Category: travel
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More things at the Omni Seaport
Yesterday, I wrote up a quick review of my room at the Omni Boston Hotel at Seaport. Today, I want to focus on some of the other amenities I enjoyed. First, let’s take a moment for the art. Art in hotels is not novel, but this was a particular take that spoke to me. Shoes:…
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Quick stay at the Omni Seaport
I visited Boston in the late fall. The hotel: Omni Hotel Seaport. It is a true conference center hotel. It had an expansive lobby, a huge number of rooms, and of course was right across the street from the conference center. In the lobby was a collection of eclectic art. There were sculptures of shoes…
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My favorite hotel is becoming a chain
Equinox Hotel in New York City is by far my favorite hotel. Now, the brand is branching out with a property coming to Amaala in 2026. I never planned to visit Saudi Arabia before, but now I’m intrigued. Right now, the site is only set up for notification sign-ups. I am going to pop in…
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The magic of New York
Based on my flight receipts, there is one place that I have been more than any other: New York City. My fascination with the place started with the idea that it was the fashion capital of the world. Now, that I’m maturing as someone who enjoys traveling, I see it as place of infinite experiences.…
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In defense of visiting chains while traveling
I can be a bit of a snob while traveling. I only want to visit local restaurants, without franchises. I want to eat local and really experience the area and its scene. While I was in Chicago, I did my best to try new local restaurants. In return, I was met with watery lattes, bland…
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This delightful coffee shop was the highlight of my Chicago trip
“Are you okay if we go somewhere a little further out? It’s my favorite coffee shop.” With that kind of Chicago local seal of approval, I couldn’t refuse. I went with my friend to take the voyage to Bueno Days. It was well worth the journey. This Little Village establishment pairs an homage to Mexican…
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Okay, about the food at the Fairmont Millenium Park
Yesterday, I wrote about my room at the Fairmont Millenium Park. It was fine, but I can’t see myself coming back, especially adding in my assessment of the food. Room Service Night one, I ordered a burger from room service. It’s been the standard that I use to judge all in-room dining services whenever possible.…
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Quick review of the Fairmont Millennium Park
Months ago, I booked in for a stay at the Fairmont Millenium Park in Chicago. I wanted to try the brand for a while, with high hopes. I entered the property, noticing a rotunda decked out in warm wood, and I quickly went up to check out my room. I had booked a double, which…
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An underrated tip for last minute packers
I have fully accepted that I am a last minute traveler. It is something that I kinda want to change in pursuit of becoming a more organized person overall, but I am not fully committed to changing any time soon. I will keep this habit up, at least until the end of the year, but…
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Last minute packing
It’s another late night of packing. I had planned (i.e. hoped) I wouldn’t be like this anymore. I kept telling myself that I will be the kind of traveler who has things organized in advance. That I will have a toiletry bag packed and ready to go. That I will be in bed before the…
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