Where I Book Hotels for My Trips
Finding a hotel is usually the longest part of planning a trip. I want a location that makes it easy to explore, a clean (bug-free), comfortable room to come back to, and strong reviews across the board.
I usually book hotels through Booking.com or Hotels.com. They’re both third-party booking sites I trust: I’ve booked dozens of hotel stays through them and have never had an issue. If you create an account, you can start building status and get better discounts or free breakfast at hotels.
→ BOOK WITH BOOKING.COM
→ BOOK WITH HOTELS.COM
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Start with my Favorite Hotels & Unique Places to Stay Around the World, or browse my destination guides for recommendations tied to a particular itinerary. Prices and availability change, so I’d compare the final cost and cancellation terms before reserving.
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