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The Brice Savannah, Georgia Hotel Review
By Nicole Brewer
A few weeks back I had the pleasure of trotting to Savannah, Georgia with my mom. I looked forward to exploring a new city that I had never trotted to before. Savannah has such a rich history in American culture,…
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Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz Carlton Hotel Review
By Nicole Brewer
This past weekend I had the pleasure of staying at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz Carlton Hotel for my birthday weekend. Al Bustan Palace is a contemporary hotel that features traditional Omani elements in a "palace" setting.…
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A Guide to Resort Hotels in Dubai
By Nicole Brewer
As a globe-trotter currently living in Oman, you all know how much I love to have a weekend getaway to Dubai. From staying at some of the most luxurious hotels that Dubai has to offer to a spa hotel weekend getaway,…
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Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa Oman Hotel Review
By Nicole Brewer
Hello globetrotters! This past weekend I enjoyed the Most relaxing weekend escape here in Oman just outside of Muscat at the Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa Oman. The resort is located about 15-20 minutes…
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Best Boutique Hotels in Tokyo
By Nicole Brewer
When I think of Tokyo, futuristic technology, the Shibuya shopping district, and anime are the first things to come to mind. It was one of the first destinations I trotted to abroad many years ago and it is on my…
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Melia Dubai Hotel Review
By Nicole Brewer
Happy Travel Tuesday GTs! It was a fabulous holiday weekend with a trot over to Dubai due to the extended weekend for the Islamic Israa & Mi’raj, which marks the Prophet Muhammad’s journey from Mecca to Jerusalem. I…
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Hipmunk City Love: A Guide to Family Friendly Hotels in Istanbul
By Nicole Brewer
Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey and is home to the magnificent Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace and the fast-paced Grand Bazaar. If you are traveling to this dynamic city with little ones, you might be wondering…
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A Guide to the Most Luxurious Hotels in Abu Dhabi
By Nicole Brewer
When people think of the Middle East and luxury, most minds go straight to the famous Dubai. However, Abu Dhabi -- the economic capital of UAE -- holds its own, as well. It is home to the stunning Sheikh Zayed Grand…
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A Guide to the Best Jazz Clubs in the District
By Nicole Brewer
What better way to explore a city than through music? Jazz has a rich cultural history throughout the United States, so of course it serves as a great storyteller of our nation’s capital: Washington, District of…
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Hipmunk City Love: Off the Beaten Path in Houston, TX
By Nicole Brewer
Houston, Texas is home to many tourist attractions for families and solo travelers, such as the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, the Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Minute Maid Park (which is home to the Houston…
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Hipmunk City Love: Off the Beaten Path in Playa Del Carmen
By Nicole Brewer
While many people may travel to Playa Del Carmen in Mexico to soak up the sun and relax on the beach, are you aware that there are plenty of things to do besides lounging by the beach here? Yes, you can do the normal…
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Hipmunk City Love: A Guide to the Best BBQ Spots in Austin, Texas
By Nicole Brewer
They do everything big in Texas I’ve been told. Well, Austin is home to some restaurants for you to eat in a huge way. When I think about Texas, down home eating and BBQ are the first things that come to mind. Therefore,…
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