I’m not quite sure when laidback and relaxed became dirty words in hotel industry circles, both appeal to me very much. Yes I like modern conveniences such as Wi-Fi and a few channels on a good TV. But what price is it to get those simple things when priceless scenery and old fashioned good service [...]
A blog about the hotels we love.
About Me
For the last fifteen years I've traveled the globe writing stories and snapping pictures, as the senior editor for GoNOMAD.com as well as other publications. During that time I have spent the night in various lodgings on an average of 180 nights a year. While it isn't always reflected in my articles or radio broadcasts hotels play a big part of my life, I love Checking In to a place that becomes my temporary home. A refuge while on the road. I am often asked about my favorite places to stay. Here at Checking In I plan on sharing some of the most unique and pleasurable places to bed down. Price rarely is the deciding factor, the IT factor has everything to do with a great place to stay. From luxury to cheap, hotel to cabin and in between will be found within these pages. These are places you will want to check in.