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Enjoy five star luxury at the Riley Hotel in Cairns

July 3, 2020 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Two white chairs and small table in a open plan hotel lobby

My review on the Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort Accessibility Besides the agreeable temperature and friendly locals, another feature about Cairns I love, nothing is too far away. From the airport, it is only 4.8 kilometres to the Cairns esplanade (a 10 minute drive) to my home for the next few nights, at the Riley. The lobby is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia, Hotel Reviews, Queensland

A comfortable home away from home in Kyoto – Mimaru Nishinotoin Takatsuji

March 11, 2020 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Screen door leading into a hotel reception with potted plants on either side of the entrance

Creature comforts and space in Kyoto One aspect about Japan travellers regularly comment on, is that hotel rooms are often on the smaller side. And I get it. Space comes at a premium price in this island country, home to 126.8 million people. But with a little research, you can find exceptions to the 'small hotel room' syndrome without costing a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Hotel Reviews, Japan Tagged With: #KyotoHotel, #MimaruApartmentHotels, Kyoto, Mimaru Apartment Hotels, Where to stay in Kyoto

Seattle’s Maxwell Hotel where pineapples rule

August 25, 2019 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Seattle is a city visitors rarely want to leave. Located in the enchanting Pacific Northwest, as the State’s largest city, Seattle has drawn from a region packed with nature and cultural diversity. Tucked in the pocket of the Puget Sound, Seattle pulses with an energetic vibe. There's too much going on - like exploring outdoors, nature, live … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Hotel Reviews, USA Tagged With: Fun hotel in Seattle, Hotel Review, The Maxwell Hotel Seattle, where to stay in Seattle

Five star luxury hotel in Dubai

March 11, 2019 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Finding the luxe in Dubai Being greeted by a doorman at the Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai dressed in tails and a top hat is an unexpected but stylish touch. Stepping through the revolving doors my eye is drawn to an image showcasing the city and some of Dubai’s most impressive architectural wonders.  Above the expansive cityscape, a modern … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Hotel Reviews, UAE Tagged With: Five star luxury in Dubai, Luxury Hotel Dubai, Renaissance Downtown Hotel Dubai, where to stay in Dubai

The Caley Hotel in Edinburgh

September 26, 2018 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Ed Sheeran’s song ‘Castle on the Hill’ plays in my head as I take in the view from The Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian. Clinging to the craggy outcrop of an extinct volcano are the imposing fortress and mottled sandstone buildings of the Edinburgh Castle.  The Caledonian, or the 'Caley' as its affectionately known, proudly boasts more … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Hotel and Restaurant Reviews, Hotel Reviews, Scotland, United Kingdom Tagged With: Hotel Review, Scotland, Waldorf Astoria The Caledonian, Where to stay in Edinburgh

Waldorf Astoria – The Caledonian, Edinburgh, Scotland

May 31, 2018 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Luxe hotel in the heart of Edinburgh I have an undeniable passion for Scotland fueled by a number of things, including the Scottish blood running deep within my veins, as well as my love of anything Outlander (books and TV series.)  So when I stepped into the hotel lobby of the Caledonian - I felt I'd arrived at a place I knew was going to be hard … [Read more...]

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Melbourne is the Bombe

April 14, 2015 By Jennifer Johnston 5 Comments

Melbourne for fun and fine dining We create frenetic lifestyles. Working; running after families; playing with social media; time on the internet (maybe too much time); the never-ending household chores; exercising - all contribute to the sense of constant busy-ness. Like running on a continually moving treadmill without a stop button! I'm … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia, Destinations, Hotel Reviews, Victoria Tagged With: Discover Melbourne, Donovans, Eating out in Melbourne, Girls week-end in Melbourne, Hotels in Melbourne CBD, Intercontinental Melbourne the Rialto, Melbourne, Spice Temple at the Crown Casino, St Kilda's favourite restaurant

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