I struggle on what to think about the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani. On one hand, it is situated in a fantastic area of Waikiki Beach – just a short walk across the street to the beach and the ocean – has comfortable rooms, and commands a fantastic view of the ocean and up the beach. But, […]
A Stay at Death Valley’s Panamint Springs Resort
I love staying at different lodges and resorts in national parks. They’re generally Spartan, but fitting for my needs. After all, I’m there to enjoy the beautiful scenery around me, opposed to watching another game on television. Every once in a while, though, I run across a place that is so bad and rundown that […]
The Holiday Inn Waikiki Beachcomber Resort
The last time I visited Hawaii I stayed with a friend in Kaneohe. So, my first time staying at a hotel in Hawaii was here, at the Holiday Inn Waikiki Beachcomber Resort. And from first blush to checkout, I was not disappointed with it in the least. A spectacular view of Waikiki Beach certainly didn’t […]
A Night at Estes Park’s Tyrol Mountain Inn
I dropped off my bags, took a quick look around, and was happy with my decision: Estes Park’s Tyrol Mountain Inn, although a little dated, looked like a clean and comfortable choice for the night. And to prepare me for a long hike the next morning, I knew that was exactly what I needed. Sadly, […]
A Stay at the Joshua Tree Inn
I climbed out of my car shaking my head at my decision to book my hotel room in advance. The Joshua Tree Inn looked like one of those dumpy roadside motels that no one ever stays in other than meth cookers and people looking to pay by the hour. But, since my first night was […]
The Yosemite Lodge
I struggled with where to stay when it came to booking my hotel for my visit to Yosemite National Park. On one hand, I could save a good chunk of change by staying outside of the park, but then I would have a long drive in and out each day of up to an hour. […]

