Nick Gray’s Kyoto Tips and Tricks: Hotels and Food Spots
I love Kyoto. It’s one of the few cities in the world where I slow down a little, walk more, and actually look around. Friends always ask me where to…
Post Ranch Inn Hotel Review: Worth It?
I’d never spent $2000 on a hotel room before. Until I went to Post Ranch Inn, a luxury hotel in Big Sur, California. I actually proposed to my girlfriend Lauren…
Best Marriott Bonvoy Hotels in Bangkok, Thailand
I recently spent 10 days in Bangkok, Thailand. I stayed at many of the top hotels in the Marriott Bonvoy network all located centrally or in downtown Bangkok. I also…
Larry Ellison’s Sculpture Collection at Sensei Lanai in Hawaii
I was recently a guest at the Sensei Lanai Four Seasons Hotel in Hawaii. It is owned by Larry Ellison. I was surprised to see multi-million dollar sculptures all over…
Puerto Rico: My Favorite Hotel, St. Regis Bahia Beach
I love visiting the St. Regis hotel near San Juan, Puerto Rico. I’ve been there four times in the past 18 months… at least before Covid-19. On this page I…
The Standard East Village Hotel History
I recently stayed at The Standard East Village Hotel in New York City. This is one of my favorite hotel brands. Related: see my review of The Standard High Line.…
Best Hotel Coffee and Tea Service Kit: James Hotel New York City
The James Hotel in New York has the best in-room hotel coffee and tea kit that I’ve seen. Here’s why: Excellent kettle. The utiliTEA from Adagio Teas allows for variable…
The James Hotel in New York: Review and Video + Pics
I stayed here on Tuesday, May 24th 2016. I paid $330 for the room on HotelTonight = $279 + $51 taxes & fees. I would return, ideally at a lower…
Podshare DTLA Review: My Thoughts on a Boutique Hostel in Los Angeles
My Podshare downtown Los Angeles review is overall positive. For $40 per night plus tax, you get a lot: a clean bed, towel, and access to a communal kitchen, bathrooms,…
Misc Notes about Le Parker Meridien Hotel in New York City
I haven’t stayed here in a few years, but I typed up these notes for a friend who was visiting. Everything random you may want to know about Le Parker…
