Destinations

Many of our clients find us because we helped them plan a trip to Southern California. Then, they use our hotel benefits worldwide and report back on what they did. While San Diego is our specialty, it’s important (and fun!) to cover destinations we’re familiar with globally. To give you an idea, Katie and her family were expats in London and Hong Kong, frequent visitors to China and Singapore, and have traveled extensively in Europe and Mexico. And the team here has even more global experience (Madeliene is from London, for starters). Below, you can navigate to the cities and countries we’ve talked about the most.

    A pagoda on a lake in Ürümqi, China.

    Top 5 Things to Do in üRümqi, China (There Really Aren’t More)

    Urumqi, China is not really a tourist’s city but it’s an enjoyable one if you see these five attractions.

    Hong Kong with kids: A bike tour in the New Territories is a great way to see another side of Hong Kong

    What It’s Like to Bike Through Hong Kong’s New Territories

    See why a Hong Kong biking tour in the New Territories is one of the best outdoor activities for viewing wildlife and a more rural side of the city.

    Here's what to expect when visiting Urumqi in China.

    Why Would You Visit Ürümqi, China?

    I convinced my husband to recap his month-long Silk Road tour starting with his first stop, Ürümqi. This is written by him.

    This is what it was like to volunteer at Dujiangyan panda base outside of Chengdu, China.

    What It’s Like to Volunteer at Dujiangyan Panda Base

    Volunteering at Dujiangyan Panda Base in Chengdu is definitely a bucket list experience. You can take a photo with a giant panda, too.

    A manatee swims up to my camera in Crystal River, Florida

    What It’s Like to Swim With Crystal River Manatees in Florida

    How to swim with (or, really, passively observe) manatees in Crystal River, Florida including where to stay and which tour to book.

    Namdaemun Market in Seoul's Myeongdong shopping district is one of the oldest traditional markets. Here's what its like in photos.

    Photo Tour of Seoul’s Biggest Traditional Market: Namdaemun Market

    Namdaemun Market in Seoul’s Myeongdong shopping district is the oldest and most traditional market in the Korean capital. Here’s what it’s like.

    Sunset over Mammoth as seen from a JetSuiteX flight.

    7 Ways to Elevate Your Mammoth Lakes Winter Vacation

    Simple ways to make your next Mammoth winter vacation easier and more luxurious.

    Skip the lines at Walt Disney World with a VIP tour. Here's how our experience with Stone VIPS went at Magic Kingdom.

    What It’s Like to Take a Walt Disney World VIP Tour at Magic Kingdom

    How to skip Magic Kingdom lines with an awesome Walt Disney World VIP tour we’ll definitely book again. A review of Stone VIPS.

    Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul, Korea is a UNESCO World Heritage Site because it was built to blend in with its natural surroundings.

    Photo Tour: Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul

    Some photos I took while exploring the stunning Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul.

    The spinning globe outside of Universal Studios Orlando.

    How to Skip the Lines at Universal Orlando Resort Theme Parks

    Learn how to skip the lines at Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure theme parks in Florida.

    A street food vendor sells gimbap, Korean pancakes, mandu and more in Seoul's Myeongdong neighborhood.

    19 Must Eat Street Food and Korean Dishes in Seoul

    A photo tour of what I ate on a Seoul street food tour and other delicious Korean food throughout the city from skewers to giant ice cream.

    The Maru lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Seoul.

    Seoul: One of the Most Beautiful Four Seasons Hotels

    See what it’s like inside the stylish Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, perfectly located in the heart of the city.