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17 articlesBy Jason LeeUpdated August 2, 2024
Aspire Lounge bar counter with leather seating, shelved spirits, and cascading greenery at Toronto Pearson Airport
Lounge Review
Editor’s pick
5.0 / 5

Review: Billy Bishop Airport Aspire Lounge

In June 2023, a brand new concept lounge called Aspire Air Canada Café opened in Toronto’s Billy Bishop Airport. Initially, I didn’t think much of it since there are only a handful of flight routes from/to Billy Bishop Airport, and chances are, I’ll fly from Toronto Pearson Airport anyway. However,

JasonAugust 2, 2024 3 min
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Historic stone mansion with mansard roof surrounded by modern downtown Ottawa apartment towers and office buildings.Hostel Review

Review: Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

3.5

As you might already know, I LOVE CHECKING OUT new hotels, especially unique properties. When I discovered Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel (formerly Hi-Ottawa Jail Hostel), I was immediately intrigued and eager to stay there. The building served as an actual jail from 1862 until it shut down operations i

JasonJuly 28, 2024 8 min
Bangkok Marriott Marquis hotel exterior with distinctive angular architecture and illuminated Marriott Marquis signage under blue skyHotel Review

Review: Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park

4.5

Kicking off my Thailand trip in Bangkok in January 2023, I was in search of a hotel to stay at. (By the way, If you haven’t visited Thailand, the Land of Smiles, yet, you need to question yourself…you’re missing out!) Thailand has long been known for its top-notch hospitality industry, and I wanted

JasonJuly 23, 2024 6 min
Queen bed with red skirt and city skyline view from high-rise hotel room with floor-to-ceiling windowsHotel Review

Review: Delta Hotels Ottawa – A Benchmark for Excellence

4.5

As I was attending a conference in Ottawa, I needed a place to stay a night. While browsing for hotels, I found an excellent Marriott Bonvoy Points redemption opportunity at Delta Hotels Ottawa City Centre. Having consistently experienced great stays at Delta properties over the past few years, I ma

JasonJuly 22, 2024 6 min
Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market hotel exterior with modern signage and glass facade on Dalhousie StreetHotel Review

Review: Andaz Ottawa – Beautiful Hotel, Subpar Management

3.5

I had previously stayed at Andaz Ottawa Byward Market back in 2021. My initial impression was that it had the potential to be an excellent property, but the staffs weren’t thoroughly trained, leading to an unpleasnt stay. It was a shame that my first Andaz brand experience ended this way. Fast forwa

JasonJuly 20, 2024 6 min
Woman paying with contactless credit card at restaurant dinner table with friends and white wine.Credit Card Review

Scotiabank Amex Gold Card: Eat Well Travel Smart

Who doesn’t love food and travel? If you don’t, please leave my blog. Just kidding. But seriously, isn’t dining out and exploring new destinations top priorities for Millennials and Gen Z? In this post, I’ll be revealing my favorite credit card that complements this lifestyle: Scotiabank American Ex

JasonMay 29, 2024 3 min
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