Located about 30 minutes from Orlando, Balmoral Resort Florida in Haines City is an ideal home base for any Central Florida vacation.
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Travel Accommodation Articles by Calculated Traveller Magazine
My mom always said, “You can’t have a good time unless you have a good night’s sleep”. And mom always knew best.
So when it comes to travel planning and choosing a place to stay, finding accommodation that is nice, clean and friendly is vital for play, rest and relaxation. Booking the best place, so you can actually enjoy your vacation should sit high on your priority list.
Our experts have stayed in all types of accommodations: hotels, motels, Airbnb, staterooms and more. And they’re sharing their information with you.
From the best hotel reviews to the best info on wilderness suites, we’re covering all the bases so choosing the right room for your next trip is easy.
Read some of our most popular reviews below:
– Glamping it UP at Long Point Eco-Adventures Ontario
– Hockley Valley Resort – A Mid-Week ME-Time Spa Escape
– Total Bliss at the Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway Puerto Vallarta
– Hotel William Gray – An Upscale Boutique Hotel in Old Montreal Quebec
Hilton Anaheim California for Work and Play
Located near Disneyland, Downtown Disney, Disney California Adventure, and the Anaheim Convention Center the Hilton Anaheim is perfect for work and play.
A Pismo Beach Stay at the Inn at the Pier, San Luis Obispo, California
A modern decor of beige blue and yellow tones that mimic the beach outside awaits you at the Pismo Beach Inn at the Pier in San Luis Obispo, California.
Allegretto Vineyard Resort, Paso Robles California
If you are looking for Mediterranean luxury in Paso Robles, California look to Allegretto Vineyard Resort in the heart of central coast wine country.
Alight in luxury at Riad Dar Les Cigognes Marrakesh Morocco
Experience a stay at Riad Dar Les Cigognes Marrakesh Morocco, a boutique hotel with 11 luxurious suites that whisk you away from the hectic Medina.
A Relaxing Lazy Stay at Hotel Barrio Latino Playa del Carmen México
Read about our stay at Hotel Barrio Latino Playa del Carmen Mexico with days spent at the beach just a few blocks north of the tourist zone on 5th Avenue.
Farmers Creekside Tavern and Inn Le Roy New York
Located on the banks of the Oatka Creek in the Village of Le Roy in Genesee County in a stone building approximately 200 years old lies the charming Farmers Creekside Restaurant and Inn.
Surrounded by History at the St George Inn, St. Augustine Florida
Read why, with history all around us, we sleep each night at the comfortable St. George Inn in St. Augustine Florida’s old town district and relive the past
Relaxing Elegance at River Spring Lodge Darien Center New York
In Darien Center New York; down a long dirt road cut through a forest of trees, we drive. Like entering a secret haven that only a few people know. It’s mysterious and thrilling all at the same time. At the end of the tree-lined road, the secret is finally revealed, and River Spring Lodge is before you.
Grand Hyatt Hotel Denver Colorado for Work and Play
The Grand Hyatt Denver Colorado is a fabulous choice for travellers looking for a comfortable place to rest, relax and recharge while visiting the Mile High City whether you are in town seeking adventure or here for a business conference as I was.
Texan Charm at The Country Inn and Suites by Radisson Amarillo Texas
The Country Inn and Suites by Radisson is close to everything that Amarillo Texas has to offer. Just off of I-40 West near downtown Amarillo and Route 66, there are many attractions nearby to visit during your stay. Getting to the hotel is convenient from the Rick Husband International Airport.
Hockley Valley Resort – A Mid-Week ME-Time Spa Escape
The rain is gently falling outside the window at Hockley Valley Resort, and I don’t care one bit because I’m sitting warm and cosy next to the fire in the “Whisper Lounge” of the Spa waiting for a bit of a mid-week me-time spa escape.
Even the name “Whisper Lounge” makes me sigh and relax…
The French Manor Inn and Spa – A Couples Getaway in the Poconos
In the Pocono Mountains of rural Pennsylvania, the French Manor Inn and Spa is the closest you can get to a French chateau without flying to France.
Fun in the Sun on St. Pete Beach Florida at Sirata Beach Resort
Sirata Beach Resort on St. Pete Beach Florida near Clearwater Beach, Tampa, and St. Petersburg. Check out the review & video of this family-friendly resort.
Hotel William Gray – An Upscale Boutique Hotel in Old Montreal Quebec
An upscale, elegant boutique hotel stay at Hotel William Gray. Perfect for a weekend visit to Old Montreal Quebec whether visiting for business or pleasure.
Funky Fresh Affordable Alt Hotel in Griffintown Montreal
Located in the burgeoning recently gentrified area known as Griffintown Montreal is the Alt Hotel. A Le Germain Hôtels property with 12 locations across Canada, this budget-friendly funky fresh hotel was a comfortable place to stay for a weekend getaway in the city with a friend.
Tranquillity at Hawks Cay Resort Duck Key Florida
It’s hot and humid this December afternoon at Hawks Cay Resort as I lounge in the shade, cold beverage in hand, on our private deck behind our suite. It’s quiet — no music, no children, just the noise of the nearby ocean and the rustle of the palms as they sway in the wind.
Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway Puerto Vallarta Bliss
I knew I was about to have the experience to last a lifetime when a welcome letter arrived via email from the Butler of the Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway presenting me with a “pillow menu” and a “scent menu” that I could select from before my arrival.
Sleepy Nights at Sheraton Tysons Hotel in Fairfax Virginia
Located in the Tysons Corner suburb of Fairfax Virginia the Sheraton Tysons Hotel provided a very comfortable stay in an upscale environment. With easy access to local tourist attractions, it proved to be a great home base for my visit to Virginia.
An Historical Stay on the River Walk in San Antonio Texas
The River Walk in San Antonio Texas is one of the most romantic places to stroll. With mariachi bands serenading the couples walking hand-in-hand along the water’s edge, the cool summer breeze, the dimly lit walkways, the benches to sit and rest, and the stone bridges to cross.