For location, amenities, price and service, the Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs is my current favorite. After suffering slow traffic last year, I booked the Holiday Inn with hopes of only needing our car to drive to SPAC.
Entries Tagged as 'Hotels'
It’s Fun to Stay at the YMCA Salisbury, Hong Kong.
February 19th, 2010 · 3 Comments · Destinations
When I visit Hong Kong, I like to stay at the YMCA Salisbury in Tsim Tsau Choi. This is not a glorified dormitory (though they do have a dormitory for those on a hostel budget), but rather a conveniently located, full service hotel with family friendly services and breathtaking views of Hong Kong Island.
Costanoa: A Thoughful Eco Resort on the California Coast.
February 2nd, 2010 · 1 Comment · Destinations
After striking out on many last minute reservations attempts at the popular coastal California eco-resort Costanoa, I was ecstatic to enjoy a two night stay in the resort’s lodge during January.
Their “pace of nature” tag line is not far off.
Tags:California·Food·Hotels·West
Went to Costco for vino, came back with a vacation.
January 26th, 2009 · 2 Comments · Experience, Tips & Tricks
While picking up basics at Costco – bread, bananas, blueberries and wine – I noticed the sign for Costco Travel and checked if they could save me money on our last minute vacation.
Family Visits at Christmas: Planning Travel with a Toddler – Parking with Perks
December 15th, 2008 · 4 Comments · Experience, Tips & Tricks
If you are flying during peak holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Holiday weekends), book your airport transportation in advance. Rides from friends and family are usually the best, but not always available. Depending on how far you live from the airport, there is a trade off between shuttles, cabs, cars/limos and just parking at the airport. My [...]
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