This is the second part of my review of the Hyatt 48 Lex in New York after I moved rooms due to noise issues, the first review was of the Penthouse suite.After spending my whole day touring and sightseeing on the Big Bus around New York I was interested to check out what room I was allocated. I really didn't care as long as I got a good night sleep away from noises. When we arrived in the … [Read more...]
Hotel Review: Hyatt 48 Lex Penthouse Suite
When I was in New York I did two stops one in a Holiday Inn on my first night and then I booked two nights in the Hyatt 48 Lex as the price was right and there was another promotion I wanted apply for.. The price was very reasonable for a pretty busy New York weekend coming to $200 for the night. After I booked I received an estandby upgrade for the room which was only $250 for the Penthouse suite … [Read more...]
MuslimTravelGirl & The Sin City aka Las Vegas
This is long overdue article and I know some people wanted to know my opinion of the Sin City; Las VegasI didn't know what to expect to be honest. I love the CSI Las Vegas and Hangover movies so I expected party party and more party. Here is my short verdict: It wasn’t as bad as I expected it to be. If you have been on a Greek Island during the summer, like the ones I grew up in, then Las … [Read more...]
Grand Canyon: Seing the beauty of our creator
Someone once asked me why do I like to travel and what places I like to visit. My answer was that I love seeing nature because in their sights you see the beauty of our creator. It doesn't matter what you call our creator, Allah, God, Lord or anything else, what matters to me is that in some places his presence is undeniable. It is there for those who ponder and observe.Since I became Muslim … [Read more...]
Hotel Review: Hyatt Regency Arlinghton Virginia
I recently stayed in the Hyatt Regency Arlington while visiting a friend in Washington. I chose the hotel because it was the closest Hyatt to her house and since she was my tour guide it made sense ;).Check in:We were greeted at check in by a friendly staff member called Richard, he was smiley, happy and polite. Checked us in straight away, explained to use the features and benefits in … [Read more...]
Two Things You Shouldn’t Do in the US
Don't sleep in a motel and don't get arrested! Sounds simple and obvious enough? Never say never :)OK let me give you some background to my recent adventure. I love experiences which I am sure most of you know by now but I like "nice" experiences rather than scary and dirty.So on my recent trip to the US I really wanted to experience the famous motels. I thought hey I am in the US I … [Read more...]
My First Thoughts On The US
I decided to pretend I am a real travel blogger and just write an article while waiting for my next flight. I have been thinking about quite a few things and decided to blog and share them with you.As I mentioned before this is my first time in the USA and as a Muslim we were sceptical of actually travelling with all the high security. I have heard horor stories of people who have been … [Read more...]
