Checked In: The Curator Travel Journal

Welcome to the official travel journal for Curator Hotel & Resort Collection

Featured Post

Turning a Business Trip into an Urban Getaway

Transform business travel into a refreshing urban escape with inspiring hotels, local culture, great dining and moments of relaxation that make every work trip feel like a mini-getaway.

Editor's Picks

Six Curator Properties Earn 2026 MICHELIN Keys

If you know me, you know that nothing brings me more joy than…
Southern California Contrasts: City Styles and Quiet Island Miles

Planning a vacation that keeps everyone in the family happy can feel like…
The Monterey Bay Coastal Safari

California’s central coast holds a special place in my heart, and nothing captures…
Mountain Peaks & Hidden Creeks: A Sports Fan’s Guide to the Great Outdoors

A Curator Hotel & Resort Collection Deep Dive Guide for Stadium-to-Sanctuary Travel Oh,…
Off the Beaten Path: High Desert Hides and Mountain Outposts

Is there anything more soul-stirring than the moment the city lights fade in…
The Golden State Playbook: From Vineyards to Victory

If you’re anything like me, the thrill of a major sporting event like…
Tropical Ease: Unscripted Island and Coastal Bliss

Hello, fellow sun-seekers! If you’re anything like me, there comes a point in…
The Boutique Revolution: Art, Soul, and Urban Revivals

If there is one thing I’ve learned from years of traveling with my…
Heartland Hype: Fountains, BBQ, and Futbol in the Midwest

If you’ve been following the sports world lately, you know that the energy…
California’s Secret Coast: Boutique Escapes from Catalina to Monterey

You know that feeling when the morning sun hits the Pacific, and for…
Goals & Glamour: A South Florida & East Coast Soccer Escape

There is something truly electric in the air when a major sporting event…
The Ultimate Coastal Kickoff: A West Coast World Cup Road Trip

Oh, my goodness, can you feel the electricity in the air? I am…
Living History: A Journey Through America’s Most Storied Stays

Have you ever found yourself standing in a place so rich with atmosphere…
From Red Rocks to Rivers

Hello, my fellow adventure seekers! As a mom who thrives on “purposeful travel,”…
Mountain Majesty: Planning the Perfect High-Altitude Escape

Hello, fellow explorers and memory-makers! Is there anything quite like that first breath…
Boutique Hotels and Family-Friendly Fun in the Fog City

There is just something magical about San Francisco. Whether it’s the way the…
Hollywood’s Hidden Gems

Hello, my fellow sunshine seekers! If there is one place that truly captures…
Exploring Iconic City Neighborhoods with Flair

Hello, fellow explorers! If you’re anything like me, you know that the best…
Florida’s Coastal Magic: A Tropical Escape

Oh, I am so excited to tell you about one of my absolute…
Finding Your Anchor: From New England to the Pacific

There is something undeniably magnetic about the water. I don’t know about you,…

Destination Properties

Culinary Adventures

Six Curator Properties Earn 2026 MICHELIN Keys

If you know me, you know that nothing brings me more joy than uncovering places that truly take your breath

Coastal Escapes

Southern California Contrasts: City Styles and Quiet Island Miles

Planning a vacation that keeps everyone in the family happy can feel like a balancing act, but pairing the glittering

Coastal Escapes

The Monterey Bay Coastal Safari

California’s central coast holds a special place in my heart, and nothing captures the pure magic of family travel quite

Curator's Picks

Mountain Peaks & Hidden Creeks: A Sports Fan’s Guide to the Great Outdoors

A Curator Hotel & Resort Collection Deep Dive Guide for Stadium-to-Sanctuary Travel Oh, I am so completely thrilled to share

Curator's Picks

Off the Beaten Path: High Desert Hides and Mountain Outposts

Is there anything more soul-stirring than the moment the city lights fade in your rearview mirror and the horizon starts

Curator's Picks

The Golden State Playbook: From Vineyards to Victory

If you’re anything like me, the thrill of a major sporting event like the World Cup is just the beginning.

Curator's Picks

Celebrate Your Love: Stunning Wedding Destinations

Explore these extraordinary properties designed to make your celebration unforgettable.