I was out to dinner with a friend and we were discussing what was the one thing that we could not travel without. My friend mentioned extension cords since hotels did not have enough outlets and then he decided on his iPad and finally he concluded that he could not travel without his wife. I […]
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I have a friend who is traveling to Europe for the first time and he is confused about how he should tip. He is definitely feeling some tipping backlash but he abides by the US Tipping Guidelines. With that being said, he is clueless on how to proceed since all the experts disagree. Even though
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Our travel tip of the day is to always bring a reusable water bottle when you travel, whether domestically or internationally. I can not tell you the number of times that I wished I brought a reusable water bottle. My desire for a bottle can range from a weekend drive for a couple of hours
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Marriott Bonvoy, the loyalty program of Marriott International, has been a topic of discussion among travelers due to its points conversion system. While the program offers a range of benefits, there have been notable concerns regarding the value and flexibility of converting points, leading some to consider it less favorable compared to other loyalty programs.
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Welcome to Howey-in-the-Hills, a charming small town in Central Florida that offers a unique blend of history, luxury, and natural beauty. This picturesque locale is the perfect destination for travelers looking to explore off-the-beaten-path treasures. Here\’s your guide to making the most of your trip to this enchanting town. Historical Elegance: The Howey Mansion Begin
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The next stop on my hotel tour of Gainesville is the AC Marriott Gainesville Downtown. The hotel is a relatively new one so everything is fresh and clean. We really enjoyed the room and the gym. Did not have the chance to use the pool or have drinks by the fire pit. That would have
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We have been travelling to Gainesville since one of our sons goes to University of Florida. One of our favorite choices is Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown The Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown is a nice hotel that has been recently renovated. They have kept the hotel clean and the staff is friendly and helpful. We also
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My daughter recently graduated from University of Michigan and I would often travel to Ann Arbor to see her. Usually, we went at peak times like drop off, parents weekends, game days and pick ups. During that time, the hotels often dramatically raise the hotel room rates. Outside of these peak times, the hotel rates
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I decided to check how well the Hilton chain of hotels provides information on its EV charging services. The Hilton website is laid out very cleanly. You can filter your search for the hotels that have EV charging as an amenity. From my search of approximately 10 cities, roughly a third of the Hilton properties
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I own a Tesla Model Y and as I travel, I like to check to see if a hotel has a destination or supercharger. I am planning a trip to Newport Rhode Island and wanted to stay at a Marriott property. Marriott has added an EV Charging option in its amenities section. As a result,
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