Having spent a few days in Toronto for Woofstock, Shae and I went our separate ways. She flew back to Virginia for the graduation ceremony of some kids she used to teach, while I made my way towards the 6th state on our 50 state road trip - Wisconsin. Driving from Toronto to … [Read more...] about Review: Candlewood Suites South Bend Airport, Indiana
Hotel Reviews
Review: Delta Hotel Ottawa City Centre
After spending a few days in Montreal, we made our way on to Ottawa. We'd originally booked a two night stay at an Airbnb, but I subsequently realized I had a free night certificate that was due to expire within a couple of weeks from one of Marriott's promotions last year. I … [Read more...] about Review: Delta Hotel Ottawa City Centre
Review: Econo Lodge Arena Wilkes-Barre PA
Having left Ohio, Shae and I started making our way to Vermont for the 5th state on our 50 state road trip. It was going to be a 12-13 hour drive and, as we weren't due to leave until the afternoon, we decided to stop halfway along the route. After researching our options, it … [Read more...] about Review: Econo Lodge Arena Wilkes-Barre PA
Review: Sheraton Suites Columbus
While on our way from Athens OH to Mansfield OH, Shae and I needed to find somewhere to stay for one night at the last minute. We were due to be staying with friends in Mansfield, but a family emergency meant we needed to delay our arrival by a day. We have a good stash of … [Read more...] about Review: Sheraton Suites Columbus
Review: Residence Inn Huntsville, Alabama
For the final five days in Alabama on our 5 year, 50 state road trip, we decided to visit Huntsville. Our best hotel option was the Residence Inn Huntsville as, at the time, it was a category 1 Marriott Rewards property which meant it didn't require many points to stay … [Read more...] about Review: Residence Inn Huntsville, Alabama
Review: Radisson Sheffield, Alabama
After leaving Mize Mills Falls, Shae and I continued driving to the Muscle Shoals region of Alabama. We'd booked a two night stay at the Radisson Sheffield as it was great value using our Radisson Rewards points. Neither of us had stayed at a Radisson before, so we weren't … [Read more...] about Review: Radisson Sheffield, Alabama
Review: Hyatt Place Birmingham Inverness, Alabama
Hyatt Place is one of my favorite limited service hotel brands. They tend to have larger-than-average rooms, a comfortable sleeper-sofa, tasty breakfast options and are often good value when using World of Hyatt points. When looking for a place to stay for five nights in … [Read more...] about Review: Hyatt Place Birmingham Inverness, Alabama
Review: Country Inn & Suites Saraland, Alabama
Having left Enterprise, we made our way down towards Mobile, Alabama for five nights. Rather than staying in Mobile, we booked a room at the Country Inn & Suites Saraland. Saraland is a city just outside of Mobile, so it was a convenient location for everything in the … [Read more...] about Review: Country Inn & Suites Saraland, Alabama
Review: Hampton Inn Enterprise, Alabama
Shae and I recently visited Enterprise, Alabama for its 25th annual World's Smallest St Patrick's Day parade. While there, we stayed at the Hampton Inn Enterprise - a great hotel and an even better bargain when using your Hilton Honors points. Here's a full review of our … [Read more...] about Review: Hampton Inn Enterprise, Alabama
Review: Quality Inn Medical Center Area, Augusta, Georgia
For our three night stay in Augusta, Georgia, we booked ourselves in at the Quality Inn Medical Center Area. That's because it looked like our best option when comparing location and price. The hotel seemed to be close to downtown and within walking distance of the canal and … [Read more...] about Review: Quality Inn Medical Center Area, Augusta, Georgia