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A View From The Top Hotel In Istanbul

17/1/2016

 

Istanbul's Hotel HHK is a heck of a deal - no matter how you get there!

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Breakfast Hotel HHK Istanbul
A big breakfast and a beautiful view.
Have you ever seen a series of funny TV ads that shows travelers coming to the end of an arduous journey, finally seeing their amazing resort and incredible hotel suite? The catch line is that they 'booking' got it right. Of course, "booking" is a sub in for another, less family friendly word (hint: it begins with "f") and the ads are promoting the hotel website... I bet you can guess which one.

They're cute ads and I can relate to that 'booking yeah' feeling. I had my own "booking" moment in Istanbul. Nope, it had nothing to do with Booking.com! (In fact, we actually booked through Expedia - here's a direct link to the hotel) but all the other components were in place, from the crazy journey to the gorgeous hotel.

HHK Hotel (aka Hayriye Hanim Konagi Hotel) in Istanbul is one property we absolutely got 'booking' right and, best of all, we got it for an absolute steal! Here's why we loved it, how we got such a sweet deal, and why we were so darn happy to finally arrive at their doorstep. 

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Exploring the OTHER Acropolis: Travel to Thessaloniki, Greece

16/1/2016

 

Athens isn't the only Greek city to boast an Acropolis. Thessaloniki has one too! Here is everything you need to know before you go.


My trip to Thessaloniki  was part of a media visit organized by the local tourism board as part of my registration for the TBEX conference. Some links within this blog post are affiliate links, which means we are paid a small commission should you make a purchase through said link.

free things to do in thessaloniki: The Acropolis
My favourite of all the free things to do in Thessaloniki: Visit the Acropolis
Ancient history, crumbling ruins, and spectacular views? Yep, it sounds like an acropolis all right! But I'm actually talking about the Acropolis of Thessaloniki, not Athens. Did you know that there are several acropolis across Greece, and even in other countries? The name means "upper city" and an acropolis is a city's highest point and an important strategic location for defense. 

The Acropolis of Athens, of course, is famous the world over and it's principle building, the Parthenon, is instantly recognizable. But it is well worth the trip to seek out other acropolis, especially the one in Thessaloniki.  Here's what makes the Thessaloniki Acropolis such a special spot.

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Hawaii's "Hottest" Hangout: Lava Tree State Monument at Pahoa

11/1/2016

 

On Hawaii's Big Island, you won't find a 'hotter' hangout than Pahoa and Lava Tree State Monument.

Lava Tree State Monument Hawaii
Ryan grabs a shot of a huge lava tree.
If I told you that Pahoa, Hawaii, was one of the hottest spots on earth, you'd probably think I was exaggerating or that I was describing a spot with a lot of buzz. But Pahoa, on Hawaii's Big Island, is indeed one of the world's hottest spots and it's all thanks to its neighbour, Kilauea Volcano. 

Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes in the world and, as recently as 2014-2015, lava flows threatened to destroy part of the town of Pahoa and surrounding communities. Fortunately, the lava stopped just in the nick of time, but local residents were right to be wary. This region bears the scars - and the beauty - of centuries of volcanic power. From delicate wildflowers to the toughest "trees" you've ever seen, nearby Lava Tree State Monument (sometimes called Lava Tree State Park) is a captivating tribute to the prowess of mother nature.

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Readers Want To Know: Will I Make My Connection?

9/1/2016

 

How much time do you need to make your connection? It's hard to say...

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That feeling when you know you won't be going anywhere anytime soon.
I have an 18 year old bone to pick with a certain travel agent in Kingston, Ontario. As a naive (some might say angelic) first year university student with virtually no travel experience, I eagerly put my blind faith in the itinerary given to me when I presented myself in their office to book my holiday flight home.  With just a 45 minute layover in Toronto's Pearson airport, I thought I had won the lottery. Who would ever want more time? Ha! I learned the hard way that the 45 minute layover is synonymous with disaster. Let's just say I got my cardio that day -and I vowed to be master of my own travel game. 

Readers often ask me if they can make a connecting flight within a certain time frame. Unfortunately, it's an impossible question to conclusively answer. There are so many variables for every traveler and airport. But I can share my best strategies and advice for making the most of a tight connection and improving the odds of catching your next flight. So tighten your shoelaces and prepare to abandon all moral principles! This is how you make it through an airport in record time!

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