Disclaimer: In exchange for a 2-night stay, I am writing this review of Park Hotel Tokyo. Before we jump into particulars, you might be interested to learn more about the concept behind the hotel. Art Much like its sister property the Shiba Park Hotel, there is a core theme at the Park Hotel Tokyo. Whereas […]
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Restaurant Review: Daily Social at the Sheraton Kagoshima, Japan
Disclaimer: I was invited to have lunch at Daily Social at the Sheraton Kagoshima. As many of you know, Japan is one of my food paradises. One good reason for that is substantial pride in locally- and regionally-grown ingredients. For instance, if nihonshu (what most of the world calls “sake”) is your thing, visit Nada in […]
Restaurant Review: Uno Mas Bangkok at Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre
Disclaimer: In exchange for dinner, I am writing this review of Uno Mas Bangkok. When you want to give Thai food a break, why not give Spanish a try? Located on the 54th floor of the Centara Grand hotel right behind the CentralWorld shopping center, Uno Mas Bangkok not only offers patrons a quality blend […]
What’s Right with Hotels.com?
Whether or not you’re a fan of hotels.com, today’s criticisms of its consumer-facing existence are unfortunately not unique to that company. Bullet points, now! Go use another OTA (online travel agent), one might say. Book direct, chimes another. Chill out, at least you’re traveling. Nice rose-colored glasses you’ve got there. Start your own. Hmm. Feel good? Good. […]
What are some Non-Traditional Benefits of Priority Pass?
I have been a Priority Pass member for a number of years, owing to a couple of credit cards. In that time, I have visited countless airport lounges — and a few restaurants — around the world, mostly through Priority Pass membership. Click here to skip down to the main topic It’s fair to say […]
Restaurant Review: Zhuo Yue Xuan at the Four Seasons Shenzhen
Disclaimer: In exchange for a meal at the Four Seasons Shenzhen restaurant Zhuo Yue Xuan, I am writing this review. Located in Futian, the primary CBD (central business district) of Shenzhen, the nearly 11-years old Four Seasons hotel in Shenzhen is located close to the district’s largest convention center, metro stations, and even a high-speed […]
Restaurant Review: Bad Hombre in Manhattan, New York
Disclaimer: In exchange for one tasting menu with drinks, I am writing this review. As a former resident of/frequent visitor to Mexico, I generally don’t enjoy Mexican cuisine outside of that country. The climate zones, the variety, the ingredients, the chilies — to me, Mexico’s gastronomy has no equal. Then I received a surprising invitation […]
Restaurant Review: Shang Palace, Shangri-La Dubai
Disclaimer: In exchange for lunch at Shang Palace, Shangri-La Dubai, I am writing this review. After a packed four days of networking, and moderating a panel on culinary tourism at the Arabian Travel Market event, Friday was the day to relax. As my flight was leaving in the evening, I had a few hours to […]
