Miraval Arizona Review
Overview
In October, Hyatt brought back the BOGO (Buy One Night, Get One Free) promotion for Miraval. This is a promo that they've run before,...
72 Hours in Portland, Oregon (+ Lightning Reviews of The Nines and Kimpton Vintage)
I'd never been to Portland, OR before. I'd never even been to Oregon... But it had been on my list for a long time...
Review: Ventana Big Sur
I tried to make this another MilesTalk Lightning Review (TM), where I aim to give you all the info you need about a hotel or...
3 Days in Alaska for Under $750 With Miles and Points (Including First Class...
Overview: 3 Days in Alaska for Under $750 With Miles and Points
I know, I know - it was a BIT crazy. I flew to...
LXR Oceana Santa Monica Hotel: Lightning Review
Welcome back to my series of "Lightning Reviews" - where I let you know what you need to know about a flight or hotel...
Review: Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort, Hawaii
After over a year under lock-down and a very stressful few months personally, all my wife and I wanted on our long delayed and...
Waldorf Astoria Grand Wailea, Maui, Hawaii: A Hilton in Waldorf Clothing
Welcome to another of my hotel "Lightning Reviews." With a goal of staying under 1,000 words, these reviews are designed to give you all...
The Laylow, Autograph Collection (Waikiki Beach, Hawaii): Lightning Review
I'm trying to find a term for giving you the quick scoop on a hotel, when a full review is not warranted (or if...
Would You Take a Virtual Trip? You Should!
A few weeks ago, I discovered a site called Virtual Trips. I've enjoyed it so much that I'd like to share a review as...
Visiting Hawaii’s Big Island During COVID-19
(Post by Sarah Johnson; MilesTalk Facebook Group Moderator)
Given the changing landscape of COVID-19 spread, testing, vaccination, and travel restrictions, it's hard to know what...
