There’s a particular brand of disorientation that comes with waking up in the dead of night in a strange hotel room. You’re half-asleep, the layout is unfamiliar, and the urgent need to find the bathroom kicks in. Sound familiar? For me, the absolute worst part of these bathroom trips is the inevitable flick of the […]
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A great hotel room often boasts the essentials: accessible power outlets, ample water, fast Wi-Fi, subtle nightlights, luggage space, and quiet, effective AC. But even properties with excellent physical attributes can be undone by poor service or shortsighted cost-cutting. Hoteliers, are you puzzled by a well-located, competitively priced hotel with great facilities that isn’t seeing
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Traveling from the USA to London during a major Heathrow disruption like a fire presents significant challenges. Here’s a breakdown of essential steps to take: Immediate Actions: Planning and Alternatives: Key Considerations for US Travelers: By taking these steps, you can navigate the challenges of traveling to London during a Heathrow disruption.
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I have tried a bunch of different options in packing my suitcase for a trip. With special focus on ahow to pack a carry-on because of its limited space and my desire to pack as much as possible in it. The biggest challenge that I have faced is how do I pack my shoes. Typically,
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We just found out that the Centre Pompidou in Paris is closing in the fall of 2025 for five years. They will be doing extensive renovations during this period. The entire facility will be closed! They reported that they are closing: What will happen during the closure? When will it reopen? The Centre Pompidou is expected
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Tipping has become a controversial topic lately. It seems that everyone wants a tip. I am just waiting for the airline employee to start asking for a tip. The question for the day is do you tip at a hotel breakfast that is paid for (either comped or included in the price of the rooms)?
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It seems that each year, Marriott has devalued the value of their points. I found an article by Gary Leff on View from The Wing that goes into detail on the latest point reduction. Thankfully, there are people who go through these analyzes because Marriott is no longer providing its member this information. Gary Leff
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Expedia and Airlines Reporting Corporation issued a report entitled 2025 Air Hacks Report. In this report they debunked myths with data-based analyzes. Travelers can use these conclusions to save money in 2025. Here are the top 8 Myths that they looked at:
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On January 22, 2025, Spirit Airlines revised their dress code for passengers. No longer will passengers be allowed to board a flight if they are barefoot or inadequately clothed (i.e., see-through clothing; not adequately covered; exposed breasts, buttocks, or other private parts), or whose clothing or article, including body art, is lewd, obscene, or offensive
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I was in Miami Beach for a wedding and one of the hotels that they reserved a block in was the Royal Palm South Beach. It was listed a Tribute Portfolio Marriott property. I did some quick research and found that most people consider at or on the same level as Marriott’s Autograph properties. I
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