Where to stay in Reykjavik depends on your budget, because Iceland is expensive and hotel prices add up fast. We’ve visited Reykjavik many times and stayed everywhere from an affordable hotel downtown to a winter night at the Blue Lagoon. Here are our favorite hotels for every budget, plus what to watch out for if you book an Airbnb.
Blue Lagoon, Iceland, is touristy, of course, but it’s such a great experience you have to try at least once. We love it so much, we’ve gone three times and can’t wait to go again. The Blue Lagoon has expanded quite a bit and gotten a lot more crowded since our first visit over a decade ago, but we have some great tips to help…
When planning where to stay in Panama City, Panama, it’s best to decide on the activities and the vibe you want first, since each neighborhood has a totally different feel. We’ve stayed in Panama City several times, from a week in one of our favorite Airbnbs with water views to a few budget nights off the tourist path. We’ll share our top two picks in…
Palma has a ton of hotels and all the photos are promising, so deciding where to stay in Palma de Mallorca was harder than we expected. We researched so many, narrowed it down to these top three, and visited them all during our stay. But we only chose one as our actual accommodation, and it was absolutely the best hotel in Palma de Mallorca for…
Palma is the heart of this gorgeous Spanish island, and it has many hotels that promise a rooftop cocktail with a cathedral view. So it took us a while to narrow it down before booking Nakar Hotel Palma de Mallorca. We’re so glad we did, but there are a few things worth knowing before you book. Here’s a breakdown of everything we experienced, including the…
We spent weeks going back and forth on which beach town to book in Mallorca. We finally decided on Cala Ratjada, and we’re so glad we did. It had the right balance of relaxation and activities, with a fantastic seafront walkway lined with bars, restaurants, and hotels along the water. We put this list together of the top Cala Ratjada hotels for every budget and…
With so many options in Mallorca, we had a hard time picking a beach town and hotel for our vacation. We’re so glad we chose Grupotel Aguait in Cala Ratjada. The resort is a little off the path from the heart of town, but the quiet setting and easy walkway into town gave us the right balance at a price that made sense on an…
The best arrondissement to stay in Paris depends on your plans, and every neighborhood offers something different. We’ve stayed all over the city, in hotels and apartments, from Montmartre to Saint-Germain to affordable spots near the train stations. This guide covers the best arrondissement to stay in Paris by budget and travel style.
Most people plan a trip to Oaxaca around the food, so where you stay comes down to how close you want to be to the markets, the mezcal, and the Zócalo. We’ve had an amazing time eating our way through the city and staying in its historic center. These are the six boutique hotels that will add the most to your experience, from a budget…
Trying to decide where to stay in Philadelphia? Most travelers end up choosing between two very different experiences, and the right one depends on what you came to do. One puts you in the heart of Center City, surrounded by top restaurants, shopping, and the best park in Philly. The other drops you steps from Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and historic streets. We’re from…
