Category: Featured Lodging
The featured lodging options on Mike’s Road Trip are special because they offer visitors a first hand look at the hotel, resort or B&B, beyond just a place to sleep. These featured lodging options are carefully selected, such as historic hotels, quaint bed and breakfasts, luxurious resorts, and even camping and RV parks. These featured lodging options are situated in some of the most beautiful and scenic locations around the world, providing visitors with breathtaking views and a sense of the local culture and history. The website also provides detailed information about each lodging option, including amenities, room options, and customer reviews, to help visitors make an informed decision about where to stay. The featured lodging options on Mike’s Road Trip website are not only a place to rest, but also a way to enhance the overall road trip travel experience by immersing visitors in the local culture and scenery.
Iconic hotel looses its luster
I was in New York City recently for a travel industry conference and was very excited by the fact that I’d be staying at the Waldorf Astoria, one of the world’s most iconic and beloved hotels. The Waldorf has an exemplary image of luxury and excellence. Located right on Park...
Read moreBanting House Inn – A downtown Toronto B&B
From my experience, you don’t typically find B&Bs in larger cities and urban environments—since my focus is on boutique lodging, I was excited when I found the Banting House Inn in Toronto. I was visiting Toronto for an annual North American travel blogger conference and was in town for nearly...
Read moreGervasi Vineyard, an authentic Tuscan experience in northern Ohio
As I made my way to northeastern Ohio, the last thing I expected was to feel as if I’d been transported to a Tuscan village, but that’s exactly what happened when I arrived at Gervasi Vineyard. Canton, Ohio may be best known for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, but...
Read moreCliff Cottage Inn – In the heart of Eureka Springs
I recently spent a few days in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, which was my first time to the state—I have to say, it’s a pretty fantastic little town. Eureka Springs reminds me a bit of Jerome, Arizona, with its narrow and windy streets; the way the homes and businesses are built...
Read moreSanta Fe Sage Inn…connecting you to the heart of Santa Fe
If you're looking for one of the most affordable hotels within walking distance to all the main Santa Fe sights and attractions, look no farther than the Santa Fe Sage Inn. The Santa Fe Sage Inn is located directly across the street to the newly developed Railyard Park, which has...
Read moreCozy and convenient Comfort Inn NYC
Last year I was part of the Rand McNally and USA Today’s “Best of the Road” rally—I spent a month crisscrossing the nation in search of the best food in small town America.One of the sponsors of the rally was Choice Hotels, so I had an opportunity to stay in...
Read moreLoews Ventana Canyon: A sanctuary for looking into the soul of the Southwest
One of the most beautiful areas of Tucson, Arizona has to be Sabino Canyon, which is located at the base of the iconic Santa Catalina Mountains. Situated in the heart of Sabino Canyon is one of the most revered resorts in Tucson…the Loews Ventana Canyon. “Ventana” is the Spanish word...
Read moreOmni Tucson tees up ultimate resort experience
Tucson, Arizona is synonymous with luxurious resort lodging and world-class golf. One of the pillars of the resort golf community is Omni Tucson National—where for more than two decades the resort played host to the prestigious PGA "Tucson Open" tournament. My stay at the Omni Tucson National Resort was actually...
Read moreFlying E Dude Ranch
If you’re looking for a truly unique vacation experience…enjoy history and the outdoors, do yourself a favor and check out a dude ranch. I recently visited the Flying~E~Ranch in Wickenburg, Arizona…this ranch dates back to the mid-40s and still offers guests a way of the west cowboy experience. You’re not...
Read moreCameo Heights Mansion: A B&B as sweet as the apple
Perched atop basalt bluffs with sweeping views of the Walla Walla Valley rests a resplendent domicile known as the Cameo Heights Mansion Bed and Breakfast. Cameo Heights is opulent through-and-through...no expense was spared in creating an atmosphere to put guests in a state of euphoria during their stay. I have...
Read moreSan Juan Marriott: A treasure discovered
This is about my experience staying at the San Juan Marriott with video included: Last week I set off on an adventure to find a treasure...one of epic proportion. The first step in my mission was to locate an old sailing map that I was told could be found in...
Read moreRun of the River, a Nature Infused Inn & Refuge
I recently had the pleasure of visiting a B&B that I’ve had my eye on for a couple of years now…the Run of the River Inn and Refuge. Located in the Bavarian-themed community of Leavenworth, Washington, Run of the River connects guests with nature in the most hospitable and epicurean...
Read moreSaratoga Inn personifies ‘island hospitality’
Located in the small seaside community of Langley, Washington on the illustrious Whidbey Island, rests an inn that embodies what home-away-from-home should feel like. Owned by Jim and Jenny Pensiero, the Saratoga Inn was build with comfort in mind. As you explore the property, you’ll see evidence, and even a...
Read moreSweet Suite at the Capitol Hill Residence Inn
I just arrived in Washington, D.C., my first-ever visit. After a long day and a red-eye flight from Seattle, I'm very grateful to be able to get an early check-in here at the Capitol Hill Residence Inn (A Marriott property). I'm in a wonderful two-room suite with living area, kitchenette...
Read moreFirst time ‘Kamping’ at the San Diego KOA
I've done all kinds of camping in my day, but I'd never been "kamping" in San Diego before. The San Diego KOA (Kampgrounds of America) is located in the southern part of the county in Chula Vista. The property is quite large, with over 300 sites for RVers and tent...
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