travel tips Archives ⋆ The Voyageer

May 2, 2023

Attending a Japanese Baseball Game as a Foreigner

This post on attending a Japanese baseball game as a foreigner is from a member of the Voyageer Contributor Team. Find out how to have your post featured here! Early in the process of planning our trip to Japan, Staci and I knew we wanted to go see a baseball game. I’ve loved baseball my entire life, and Staci and I have… [read more]

Hot Spots/Japan Comment: 1

March 17, 2023

Ace Hotel New York: Stylish Hotel in Midtown Manhattan

If you’ve followed my blog or my Instagram for a while, you may have noticed my affinity for the Ace Hotel brand. Last spring I was able to add another Ace to my (imaginary) punch card: Ace Hotel New York; their Manhattan location.

Hot Spots/New York Comments: 0

January 17, 2023

The SoCal Gal’s Guide to Packing for Cold Weather

Confession time: I have exactly one (1) coat even close to suitable for snowy weather. To make matters worse, it doesn’t have a hood and it’s not waterproof. When I went skiing in 2020, I had to layer on a rain shell. Those who live in cold climates are probably shaking their head at me or rolling their eyes, but… [read more]

Tips for Traveling Comments: 0

December 28, 2022

Tis the Season to Book 2023 Travel!

Here we are, in that curious week between Christmas and New Year. For me, the past three days have consisted of relaxing at my parents’ home in the suburbs, snoozing on the couch, and helping them plan their Summer 2023 travel to the British Isles. I’m jealous! (Although I do have a trip planned for March, so I can’t be… [read more]

Tips for Traveling Comments: 3

August 28, 2020

Hotel Cleanliness in 2020

I took a quick 24 hour poll on my Instagram to find out how many people have stayed in hotels since the beginning of the 2020 pandemic. Interestingly, 36% of respondents said yes, they have stayed in a hotel… and that is coming from people who love to travel. As we continue to learn more daily about the properties of… [read more]

Lodging/Tips for Traveling Comment: 1

July 25, 2019

ibis Hotel Chain: The Great Budget Option you Haven’t Heard Of

When planning a trip abroad, it can be hard to decide where to stay. Especially if you’re trying to save money! I’m an American, so when I see hotels like Best Western or Holiday Inn, I know what to expect. But when arranging a foreign itinerary and an unfamiliar name pops up everywhere, it would be nice to know if… [read more]

Lodging/Product review Comments: 2

September 13, 2018

Downloadable Pre-Departure Checklist

If you’ve ever found yourself filled with an overwhelming feeling of “did I remember to…?” then you are not alone. That thought crosses my mind almost every day, and that’s why I started to do a mental checklist before I leave the house in the morning. When you’re going for a longer trip, that’s when things get more critical. Everyday… [read more]

Nuts and Bolts Comments: 8

March 27, 2018

StayPineapple at Hotel Rose Review

Approaching Hotel Rose, you know you are getting into something special. The exterior is fresh and exciting, and the neon “Hotel Rose” sign by the lobby door sets the stage for a quirky, fresh experience. Each interaction with the front desk (check in, questions, check out) was met with cheerful professionalism. Read on of a full Staypineapple at Hotel Rose… [read more]

Lodging/Oregon Comment: 1

March 6, 2018

Travel Insurance: Is it Worth It?

I’ve read many posts about travel insurance, most of them sponsored by an insurance company. Most of the time I find myself nodding along; of course it sounds like a good idea. However, when I find myself buying plane tickets online, and they try to tack on the extra cost at the end, I get miffed and skip it (I’m… [read more]

Tips for Traveling Comments: 8

January 9, 2018

Escape to Las Vegas in the Winter

When people think of Vegas, they think of gambling, clubbing, and lounging by the pool. What if I told you there was plenty to do in Sin City when the pool is closed and without losing all of your money? I highly recommend visiting Las Vegas in the Winter as a fun way to inject some color into the grayest… [read more]

Hot Spots/Las Vegas/Lodging Comments: 12

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