New construction under way alongside the Walt Disney World Dolphin and Swan. Does that mean we’re getting another Disney World hotel to redeem points at?
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Should Housekeeping Make All The Beds During Your Hotel Stay?
Housekeeping standards vary widely in different hotels. Heck, sometimes even in the same hotel. I’ve had housekeepers put away the iron and ironing board after I use it while others leave it out. Some put a towel under my toiletries, some don’t. But, I thought there was a fairly consistent standard on bed making.
Hotel Review: Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile, Part 2. Athens & Paris For Dollars A Day
A review of the club lounge, fitness center and Bar La Vue at Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile. The staff was very attentive in the club lounge, doting on our children.
Vote For Your Favorite Airline And Hotel In The Freddie Awards!
Make sure your voice is heard. Pick your favorite airlines and hotels based on how rewarding they were to you last year.
Save $100 On Your Next Hotel Booking Courtesy of American Express!
There’s a nifty offer this morning from American Express for $100 off a hotel booking of $600 or more. You’ll need a Twitter account and you’ll need to tweet the hashtag #AmexTravel100. Or, you can do it the easy way and use Wandering Aramean’s Sync tool for such offers. I don’t generally book my hotels through 3rd party sites, so I can’t say I have good insight into the sorts of rates you’ll find available. But, for $100 savings, it’s worth checking out. Unfortunately, it’s not available for FHR bookings. […]
A Cautionary Tale on Airbnb
Airbnb has taken the travel industry by storm with more than a million total rooms under their control. But, there are safety factors to consider when you’re preparing to stay in one of their rooms.
When Things Go Wrong During Travel (And They Will)
A recent family story has me thinking it’s worth reminding people of some helpful tips on how to be prepared when things go wrong while traveling. Read more….
Sex In a Hotel Is Better Than At Home, And A List Of The Sexiest Hotels
No, this isn’t about the best places to have sex, but whether it’s better in a hotel. Okay, it’s kinda about the best places, as Jetsetter takes a stab at ranking the sexiest hotels.
Have You Voted For Your Favorite Airline and Hotel Yet?
It’s that time of year again. Since 1988 the Freddie Awards have been the voice of the frequent traveler. No panels of experts, just you and I voting on our favorite hotels and airlines. Millions of votes were cast last year and voting is already under way this year. I’ve been helping organize the voting and award ceremony for the last few years and it’s always a blast to see who the frequent traveler thinks is the best in any given year. Last year, I was surprised to see […]
Did You Win $200 In Free Hotel Cash?
Thanks to everyone who participated in the hotel cash giveaway. And, a big thanks to the folks at StayFaster for putting up the $200, which makes a nice gift for one of my readers. Just in time for the holidays, the randomly selected winner of the $200 in free hotel cash is Clare N, who left the following comment: My friend and I still laugh over the time I did a rewards booking at the Holiday Inn in Waikiki. Every time I collected enough IHG points, I had booked a few […]
