We’ve spent plenty of electrons over the past two years griping about the almost comstantly arising airline fees. Paying to check bags, get blankets and so on has become part of the misery that comes with getting on a plane these days. Meanwhile, the hospitality industry managed to stay above the fray. The same pressures affecting the airlines came to bear on hotels, as well. And, the constraints on credit made it even worse, with buildings in progress struggling under the weight of insufficient or expensive capital.
Now, there are grumblings that hotels could follow the airlines. Look out for some extra fees.
That hotels would adopt an a la carte model isn’t surprising. Rather, it’s almost shocking that it’s taken this long. A recovery in the hospitality sector isn’t expected to begin until 2011, and like airlines, hotels sell a perishable commodity. For an airline, an empty seat on a particular flight can never be sold later. If 34C from New York to Las Vegas at 7 PM on July 2, 2010 is empty, it represents money that will never come in the door. Likewise, if hotel room 345 in Las Vegas is empty that night, it can never be recovered. Read the rest of this entry »
Trying to sleep when you travel is a challenge – sure, some people may be born with the ability to sleep anywhere, but others (myself included) need a little more comfort to grab a good night’s sleep. In this list, you’ll find ten tried and tested tips for getting a better nights sleep in a hotel room.
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One of the great things about Antwerp is how walkable the city is. For that very reason, make sure you stay at a hotel that’s right in the middle of the action — such as Hotel Julien, which is located at Korte Nieuwstraat 24, just a hop and a skip from tons of local attractions including De Kathedraal and plenty of bars and restaurants, and about a 15 minute walk from the train station.
The mood at Hotel Julien is very Zen. The peaceful Flemish setting includes a comfortable sitting room with a fireplace, an uncomplicated courtyard and an unmistakably homey front desk lined with bookshelves. The service is friendly and helpful, but I found it strange that when I mentioned I’d be leaving for my flight in the early AM, they insisted on checking me out the night before. Nevertheless, the nice touches shone through, such as their readiness with maps and the slip detailing the next day’s weather left on my pillow at night. Read the rest of this entry »
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You’ve probably seen the reusable eco-chic totes that proudly proclaim “I’m Not A Plastic Bag.” Well starting today (April 5), now you can book the “I Am Not a Plastic Package” at participating Element Hotels — in exchange for turning in 10 single-use plastic water bottles at check-in, you can get a free night at a Element property if you’re one of the first 100 people to call 1-877-ELEMENT and mention the promo code GOGREEN.
The eco-friendly Starwood offshoot currently has locations in or just outside of Baltimore, Denver, Dallas, Houston, and Las Vegas (about 15 minutes from the Strip), as well as suburban areas such as Lexington, Mass. (about a 30-minute drive from Boston) and Ewing, N.J. (about 40 minutes from Philadelphia, 1.5 hours from Manhattan). Each extended-stay property has rooms with in-room kitchenettes, Energy Star-rated appliances, compact fluorescent light bulbs, and low-flow faucets — and green amenities such as complimentary bike rentals and electric car charging stations. Read the rest of this entry »
Vacation time is coming with fun filled vacation. Hopefully the holiday will not be over soon because I really like the holiday full of sensations and experiences. Vacation enjoyed not only in but must be utilized to obtain the benefits of these holidays. Are you bored with the holiday mood that’s all? You can change this with a very enjoyable holiday and give the impression that very interesting.
You could go on holiday to Tenerife holidays. There you will get a nice holiday situations. And you also can feel the holiday is very meaningful in your life. I think you’ll love your vacation days if you always enjoy the holiday in a place that I offer to you. Or if you’ve frequented the place, you can go to one more of Majorca holidays. There you will enjoy your vacation, because there are lots of natural beauties that you previously may have never enjoyed it. I personally really liked the place. Because in addition to a very beautiful place, where service is also very good and satisfying. Makes me really like this place and did not want to go home. You should try it, and I’m sure if you have not visited this place, you will regret it because this is a real tourist.
If you have decides to take a vacation in the beautiful place such as Tenerife and Majorca, I can suggest you to visit http://www.travelsoon.com to get more information. You will come more than twice once you have gone there. I am sure for that
to make the trip worth it. So, don’t waste your time thinking about short stays. Oberoi Hotels & Resorts is offering a new deal: “Oberoi Exotic Vacations. From April 16 to September 30, 2010, you’ll be able to spend at least eight nights at one of its properties in India and enjoy breakfast for two every day, an additional room for two kids (free), a car to take you from the local airport or train station to the hotel, yoga sessions and a 25 percent spa discount. Stay at least 10 nights, and you’ll be upgraded to a suite automatically (based on availability, of course).
You’ll have your choice of cities in India. Oberoi properties in New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Ranthambhore and Kolkata are participating, as well as the Wildflower Hall, Shimla in the Himalayas. Packages start at $3,050 for an eight-night stay. If you’re paying to go all the way to India, do it big.
