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Amanda Dillon

Amanda Dillon

Amanda Dillon works at UC Berkeley, focusing on programs that support STEM student success and career search. She specializes in hotel reviews and is an expert in hotels that are great for families.
aerial view of Atlantis Casino Resort Spa
Hotels & All-Inclusives

What to know about Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno

This kid-friendly casino resort in Reno is super close to the convention center.

Posted by Amanda Dillon Amanda Dillon
View of beach club at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Hotels & All-Inclusives

What to know about the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Upscale and beachy, this Dana Point resort is a total find for families looking for a Southern California getaway.

Posted by Amanda Dillon Amanda Dillon

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flowers and cottages at Carneros Resort & Spa in Napa, California

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