Author: Ice Machine
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Review of the Doubletree Seattle Airport Hotel
If you’re searching for a hotel near the airport when transiting western Washington there are plenty of choices from all the major chains. Can the Doubletree Seattle Airport stand out in a crowded field? Let’s have a closer look. I booked this hotel for a single night on Tuesday February 3, 2026 before an early…
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Review of the Holiday Inn Express Lynnwood, WA (North Seattle)
If you’re searching for a hotel In the Seattle area prices can get expensive at the most popular times. Is it worth looking into the northern suburbs to save a little money? Let’s find out with a visit to the Holiday Inn Express Lynnwood (North Seattle). I booked this hotel for 4 nights after disembarking…
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The Best Travel Accessory You Can Get is Under $1.00
Living in hotels full time I get a lot of use out of the Do Not Disturb card hanging on the door. This little sign has been hanging around on hotel doors for more than 100 years. But it’s not the sign itself that makes for the best travel accessory. While the nature of the…
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Review of the Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center
If you’re searching for a hotel in New Orleans there are plenty of them to choose from. Even narrowing it down to just Hilton properties leaves a lot of choice. Today we’re taking a look at the Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center. Is it worth a stay or should you stay away? Let’s…
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Review of the Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans CBD
If you’re searching for a New Orleans hotel there are hundreds to choose from at all price points. The Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans CBD is right in the heart of the city and among the least expensive options in the Hilton family. But can it deliver value? Let’s take a look. I booked this…
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Review of the Hampton Inn New Orleans Convention Center
If you’re searching for a New Orleans hotel You’ve got lots of options at all prices from which to choose, including several Hampton Inn locations. Can the Hampton Inn New Orleans Convention Center compete with locations in more popular areas? Let’s find out. I booked this hotel for 6 nights from September 1-7 which included…
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Review of the Hilton Garden Inn IAH Airport: Hotel Intel
If you’re searching for a hotel near IAH you’ve got every option under the Sun to choose from. And in the end it probably doesn’t make a world of difference so you should just choose on price. That’s what I did recently when flight delays forced me to spend a night near the airport. There…
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Review of the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina: Hotel Intel
If you’re searching for a Fort Lauderdale hotel in the mid to high end range you’re probably looking for something on the beach. Most off-beach options are at budget brands such as those covered extensively by this site. But the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina is a bit of a Goldilocks property. It’s got a luxury…
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Review of the Hampton Inn Tampa Airport North: Hotel Intel
If you’re looking for a Tampa airport hotel there are many good and economical options from which to choose, including several other Hampton Inn locations. During the time I stayed, this location was the least expensive Hilton property in the area. Can it deliver value or should the buyer beware? Let’s find out. I stayed…
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Review of the LaMartina Boutique Hotel MedellÃn: Hotel Intel
If you’re searching for a hotel in MedellÃn, the LaMartina Boutique Hotel might not be the most obvious choice. But is this tiny property worthy of hidden gem status? Let’s take a closer look. I stayed in this hotel August 3-6, Sun-Wed as part of a longer stay in the city. Those nights came to…