The Eliza Jane, the Hotel Review

Last December, we spent a few nights in New Orleans. This vibrant, historic city attracts many tourists yearly, and we decided to visit it right before Christmas. We hoped to combine exploring New Orleans’ attractions with diving into the Christmas spirit with festively decorated streets.

When looking for a place to stay, we quickly checked the Hyatt map of hotels in New Orleans so that we could book our stay on points. It appeared there are five Hyatt properties in the city, representing 5 Hyatt brands (or collections) – Hyatt House, Hyatt Place, Hyatt Centric, Hyatt Regency, and The Eliza Jane from the Unbound Collection. After some consideration, we decided upon the latter. Located on the Magazine Street, this boutique hotel is only a few minutes from the famous French Quarter.

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Top kid-friendly things to do in New Orleans, Louisiana

This December, we spent a few days in New Orleans, Louisiana. When planning this trip back in July, we pictured ourselves having café au lait in a historic courtyard of the French Quarter and kids enjoying the sunny southern days (and maybe a little bit of rain).

Can you imagine December of 2022 being one of the coldest winters in New Orleans’ history 🥶? On some days, the temperature dropped to 20F (-4C), and it got quite chilly with wind gusts. Thus being said, we did what we could to explore this beautiful city. Although we had to miss out on some of the activities because of the weather, the girls and us accomplished a lot, and we can’t wait to share that with you.

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Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa, the Hotel Review

The view of the Grand Hyatt Kauai in the background of the saltwater lagoon on the property
The view of the Grand Hyatt Kauai in the background of the saltwater lagoon on the property

The island of Kauai, one of the Hawaiian islands, is often called a “Garden Island” and is famous for its lush green forests and mountains, stunning beaches with crystal clear waters, and attractions. We realized it is becoming our annual tradition to visit Hawaii, and we certainly can not complain about it.

What could be better than staying in Hawaii using points and saving thousands of dollars on your stay? Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa is one of Hyatt’s oceanfront properties that could be booked on points and is perfect for a family getaway!

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5 family-friendly Hyatt hotels in California to book on points

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort private beach
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort’s private beach

California is a popular destination for travelers, with its beautiful beaches, world-class attractions, and diverse landscapes. If you’re planning a trip to the Golden State and are looking for a family-friendly hotel to stay on points, Hyatt has one of the best loyalty programs. There are over 104 Hyatt properties in California to choose from! These properties come in 16 different brands, offering a range of amenities and options to suit your family’s needs and preferences.

We put together a list of some kid-friendly Hyatt hotels in California we stayed at on points and enjoyed with the whole family.

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5 things to do in Paso Robles, California

The little town of Paso Robles on the Central Coast is a well-kept Californian secret with its fabulous vineyards, outdoor installation with thousands of glowing spheres, fine dining, and so much more. 

It is a perfect place for a short family weekend getaway and is only 2.5 hours from San Jose, CA, or 2 hours from Monterey, CA. Let’s take a look at some kid-friendly activities that the whole family would appreciate.

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Visiting Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks with kids

What comes to your mind when you think about visiting Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks? It should be mountains, canyons, waterfalls, and of course, a forest with magnificent ancient giants, the largest living things on Earth, sequoias.

Representing two of the nine National Parks in California, these parks spread across thousands of acres of land (including 808,000 acres of designated wilderness). Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks are very popular tourist destinations and are visited by people from all over the world.

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Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, the Hotel Review

Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada Mountains is a unique, large and second deepest (1,645 ft / 500 m) freshwater lake in the U.S. With its blue crystal clear waters and famous beaches, surrounded by the National Forest, this area is home to summer water activities and winter sports.

There is no better way to explore Lake Tahoe than to stay on the lakeshore. Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino is located right on the lake, has a private beach, and offers so much more to have a great time on Lake Tahoe. There are plenty of things to do in the summertime at this resort!

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Visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park with kids

Lassen Volcanic National Park
Lassen Volcanic National Park

This summer we visited Lassen Volcanic National Park, California. We had to postpone our visit several times due to unforeseen circumstances such as the closure for reconstruction of the most popular area and trail (Bumpass Hell), Covid restrictions, and of course, the Dixie Fire in the park in 2021.

Finally, the stars aligned, and we could explore this National Park with its ancient volcanos, fumaroles, meadows, and crystal clear lakes. Lassen Volcanic National Park is one of the oldest National Parks in the U.S. and spreads through over 100,000 acres of land.

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Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa, the Hotel Review

If you are looking for a family-oriented oceanfront resort in Southern California, Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa is one of them. This Spanish-inspired hotel has a great location, just minutes away from the beach, with gorgeous Pacific Ocean views. Spanning across several acres, the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach has various dining options, pools, and a spa, and offers resort activities for kids and adults (including surfing lessons!).

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Waterfront Hotel, Oakland CA, the Hotel Review

We spent a weekend at the Waterfront Hotel in Oakland, CA a few weeks ago. The Waterfront Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the heart of the Jack London Square. A famous marina area on the Oakland Harbor and the Alameda Oakland Ferry Dock, the Jack London Square offers dining with water views, nestled with breweries and stores. It hosts special outdoor events and a Sunday morning Farmer’s Market.

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