USA & Canada
Unique Sleeps: Amazing hotels hand picked by Expedia Experts. The James New York. As Shakespeare once famously said, ‘Do your research before booking a hotel in NYC.’ Clever Bill. He was dead right. Happily, we’re slightly more researched than many, having spent multiple months in Manhattan over the past few years. We know precisely the areas we like, and exactly where we… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: The James, New York
Holidays are traditionally about relaxing, exploring a city’s sights, and generally doing whatever it takes to take your mind off the stress of home and work. This holiday suggestion may come as a little bit of a surprise for some travellers. In Los Angeles, I decided to leave the glitz and glamour of Hollywood for the… Continue reading A Date with Dodge Ball
Hotels from some of Expedia’s top trending destinations for December, 2014 Melia Bali, Indonesia A private beach in Nusa Dua, garden villas, four poster beds, lagoon pool, five restaurants – what more do you need? This casual 4.5 star property is designed for relaxation by the beach. Moana Surfrider, a Westin Resort & Spa, Hawaii… Continue reading Top Trending Destinations – December 2014
Visitors to Cancun might not be aware of the incredible history that sits right by their party beaches and night clubs. The Mayan culture pulses through the veins of the region, and is deserving of a day trip inland to some of the most spectacular historical sites you’ll ever see. We hopped on a day tour with… Continue reading The Day Tripper’s Guide to Chichen Itza
Hawaii and family go together like peanut butter and chocolate. An easy ten hours on a plane, three degrees temperature difference all year round, and everything from volcano climbing and hiking to snorkeling and swimming with dolphins to keep you all occupied. It really is the perfect vacation for Australians travelling with kids. On a recent… Continue reading Hawaii for Families
For many people, a trip to Las Vegas is all about being a kid again – it’s a wonderland for adults, where responsibilities and maturity often get thrown out the window. Alongside the poker machines and roulette tables is a place where you can re-live one of your fondest childhood memories – playing in the sandpit with… Continue reading Playing in Las Vegas’ Sandpit with Dig This
Hotels from some of Expedia’s top trending destinations for November, 2014 The Hydro Majestic Hotel, Blue Mountains NSW The grand dame of the Blue Mountains has been lovingly restored to her former glory, with a few very modern touches. The reopening of the Hydro Majestic marks the completion of stage one of a $35 million… Continue reading Top Trending Destinations – November 2014
Unique Sleeps: Amazing hotels hand picked by Expedia Experts. Mr C, Beverly Hills. This was our first trip to LA and our first hotel stay in the USA. We were collected from the airport by a town car organised by MR C Beverly Hills (of course it was a very big town car). Driving through the… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: Mr C, Beverly Hills
Expedia’s #outthere competition winner Mark Stewart had $10,000 to spend on the trip of a lifetime. He headed to North America and hit the road in style. On the road No American adventure is complete without hitting the open road in a convertible with the top down! Upon arrival in Miami, we were greeted by the… Continue reading Hiring a Convertible in Miami