UPDATE 9/13/18: This article was previously written in 2017, but we stayed at The Westin Kierland Villas again in 2018. The villas are completely renovated now and these pictures reflect the new furnishings. Have you ever stayed somewhere and looked forward to your next visit while still on your current vacation? Do you enjoy having a condo-style room where you can spread out and actually ... VIEW POST
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