I was looking for flights to Florida the other day – and having a rather rough time of it – when it dawned on me that the holidays are upon us. Which means busier airports, longer lines, and more people fighting for space on flights. If you’re part of that crowd I have a few […]
Archives for October 2011
Pamper Your Family- Stay in the Omni Kids Suite at the Mandalay Hotel
The luxury of the Omni Hotel chain has become a family favorite. From the incredible boutique experience we had at the Omni Majestic in St Louis to the all suite Omni Chicago on the Magnificent Mile, we have found a consistent focus on customer service, tastefully decorated rooms and the small touches that create loyalty. […]
Holidays For the Entire Family – That Includes the Dog!
Holidays in Britain are increasing in popularity as people realise that areas of outstanding natural beauty are not limited to foreign soil. The UK is, in fact, home to some of the world’s finest beaches, forests and mountain ranges. As a result, holidaymakers, especially those who enjoy rambling, need not go far to enjoy themselves. […]
Historic Sites in Iowa: The Old Stone House near Hampton in Franklin County
The history of a place draws us, as travelers. What was and what will be are so often interlocked. And when a local group comes together to restore a precious piece of a community’s past, to bring visitors the stories that built a community, well, that’s something special. A couple weeks ago my family was […]
A Few Omni Hotel Ghost Stories
My family has had the privilege of staying in a few Omni hotels this year (the Majestic in St. Louis, the Omni Chicago Hotel and, just last week, the Mandalay in Dallas). Our stays have been marked by some unexpected events- remember the blizzaster of 2011?- but we’ve not had experiences like these… Rooms with […]
Top Budget Eats in London
Forget McDonalds and KFC! Despite London being an expensive travel destination, there are still plenty of places to eat delicious and affordable food – so long as you know where to look. We’ve taken some of the most well-known places selling ‘cheap eats’ and shared a few insider tips about them, so you hungry travelers […]
