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If you read this blog [semi-regularly], you’ll no doubt already know I’m a big fan of Las Vegas. That being said, I usually stick to my usual favorites, but I will try …

After the previous night’s stay at The Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa, it was time to head out and explore one of the more popular trails in the Lake Arrowhead area, the …

So there I was, trying to figure out how best to use up my free annual night certificate courtesy of the Marriott Bonvoy Business credit card from American Express when I stumbled …

After catching the sunrise at Borobudur and checking out the nearby Mendut and Candi Pawon temples, it was time to continue my exploration of Yogykarta, Indonesia. This time, I would be heading …

After watching the sunrise at Borobudur, it was time to continue the “tour” I had booked through the Hyatt Regency Yogykarta. The next stops would be the Mendut Temple and the Candi …

Having checked-in at the Hyatt Regency Yogykarta, it was time to see what I really came all this was for — the ancient ruins of Borobudur. Visiting Borobudur Temple At Sunrise (Yogykarta, …

The following is my review of the Regency Club lounge at the Hyatt Regency Yogykarta. Note: I didn’t know it at the time of booking, but World of Hyatt Explorist members [and …

After an amazing 24 Hours in Singapore, it was time to hop on a flight to the Indonesian city of Yogykarta, known for the ancient ruins of Borobudur, where I’s be staying …

Well-rested from the night at the famed Wawona Hotel, and still on a high from hiking the Mariposa Grove Trail to Wawona Point the afternoon before, it was finally time to check …

The FHOP Top 20 Travel Photos Of 2019 Like the previous post in this series, The FHOP Top 20 Aerial Photos Of 2019, here are my top travel photos from 2019. #20: Ananda …

Just like we did in 2018, here’s a look back at the year in aerial photos. The FHOP Top 20 Aerial Photos Of 2019 #20: The Islands Of Krabi #19: Tampa Bay …

Having just hiked the magical (and freshly redeveloped) Mariposa Grove Trail to Wawona Point, I set off to my abode for the night, the Wawona Hotel. Review: The Wawona Hotel (Yosemite National …

Although I had been to the Mariposa Grove in Yosemite National Park several times before, I hadn’t been there since the National Park Service completed its restoration project of the grove in …

After a nice, but quick, stay at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok and a wonderful breakfast at the Grand Club Lounge, it was time to make our way to DMK Airport (Bangkok‘s …

Review: Fine Hotels & Resorts – The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas (Las Vegas, NV) Editor’s Note: The following review is of American Express’s Fine Hotels & Resorts as utilized at the The …

During a recent stay at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, I noticed something random in the parking garage. Hidden Gems: Wallworks By Shepard Fairey At The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas (Las Vegas, …

As you may or may not know, there are many great hikes in Las Vegas. Thanks to a recommendation from an awesome front desk attendant during a recent stay at Palazzo Las …

Review: Fine Hotels & Resorts – Palazzo Las Vegas (Las Vegas, NV) Editor’s Note: The following review is of American Express’s Fine Hotels & Resorts as utilized at the Palazzo at the …

Ah, Singapore. This beautiful city-state covers over 280 square miles (or 725 square km) and is home to over 5.6 million people. Lucky for us travelers, many of the city’s most popular …

For my first trip to Singapore, I chose to stay at the Conrad Centennial Singapore due to its proximity to some of the city’s main attractions, as well as the fact I …