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

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,…
A California Journey: Yosemite’s Gateway to SoCal Gems

Hello, fellow travelers! Ann here, and I am so excited to share this…
Sun, Sand, and Surprising Shores: A Guide to Waterfront Getaways

Hello, fellow water lovers! I have to confess: there is simply nothing—and I…
Hotels That Are Part of the Adventure

When I’m planning a trip—whether it’s a big family adventure, a romantic weekend…
Beyond the Boulevard: An Insider’s Guide to LA

Oh, Los Angeles! I’m so excited to tell you all about it. There’s…
Island & Coastal Adventures: Dive in, Explore, Discover

There’s a certain magic that happens when my family gets near the water.…
Pacific Northwest Playgrounds: From River Gorges to Coastal Trails

Hello fellow travelers! Ann here. There’s something truly magical about planning a trip…
Desert to Mountain: Uncharted Territories for the Adventurous Soul

Hello, fellow travelers! It’s Ann here. You know, as a mom, I’m always…

Destination Properties

The Boutique Revolution: Art, Soul, and Urban Revivals

If there is one thing I’ve learned from years of traveling with my girls or whisking the kids away for

Curator's Picks

Heartland Hype: Fountains, BBQ, and Futbol in the Midwest

If you’ve been following the sports world lately, you know that the energy in the center of the country is

Curator's Picks

California’s Secret Coast: Boutique Escapes from Catalina to Monterey

You know that feeling when the morning sun hits the Pacific, and for a split second, the whole world just

Unique Stays & Tips

Goals & Glamour: A South Florida & East Coast Soccer Escape

There is something truly electric in the air when a major sporting event takes over a city, isn’t there? As

The Ultimate Coastal Kickoff: A West Coast World Cup Road Trip

Oh, my goodness, can you feel the electricity in the air? I am absolutely over the moon because the World

Curator's Picks

Living History: A Journey Through America’s Most Storied Stays

Have you ever found yourself standing in a place so rich with atmosphere that you could almost hear the echoes

Curator's Picks

Celebrate Your Love: Stunning Wedding Destinations

Explore these extraordinary properties designed to make your celebration unforgettable.