What was going on this time in years past? 2014 Please, for the love of all things, keep your phone conversations out of the loo. Travel etiquette tip: Don’t talk on your phone in a public restroom. Clutzy? Prone to spills? I feel you. Protect your keyboard! We discussed how people feel about kids watching videos without…
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Choosing a business travel hotel
When traveling for business choosing a hotel can be one of the most important decisions. Making the wrong choice can wreak havoc on your entire trip. However, by spending a little extra time thinking through your decision you can maximize the benefits of staying in the right place. Distance from airport and office. The first…
No respect for the points
Have you ever had this conversation with a spouse or loved one? Them: “You have hundreds of thousands of points! You should use them for our hotel/flight/gift certificate/etc. Isn’t that what they’re there for?” You: “Actually, I have a specific use in mind for them. We are going to book an amazing trip using a…
Giveaway!! Win a three night stay for two from Home2 Suites by Hilton! (closed)
This contest is closed. The hotel is one of the most critical, if not the most critical aspect to a trip. The hotel is where you spend the most time, lay your head down at night, and get ready to face the day. While an adequate hotel may do the job, a really great hotel…
Poll: Who is your favorite hotel family?
We’ve talked about our favorite airlines before. Certainly, flying is a big part of business travel. But hotels are pretty important too. I am curious about which hotel families travelers like the best. I usually stay at Hilton hotels, for a couple of reasons. First, there are Hampton Inns almost everywhere, and I can count…
Handling noisy hotel neighbors
In the past, whenever I’ve done “Was this rude?” type of posts, it’s never been about me. It’s always been situations that I’ve witnessed happening to other people. Well, this time something questionable happened to me, and I want to get your take on it. A couple of months ago, the Home Warrior, Mini Warrior,…
Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk Review
After 18 months of research, Hyatt has recently come out with a new array of offerings geared toward the frequent traveler. The new features are tailored to guests’ individual preferences, and include a service providing frequently forgotten items, healthy new menu options, and upgraded bath amenities. Hyatt recently invited me to be their guest at…
How do you do hotel breakfast?
I’m not going to lie, I like to sleep. When I’m traveling I often arrive to my hotel late at night, so will sleep as late as possible the next day. But of course, I still need breakfast! I will often order room service and then jump in the shower. In the back of my…
Poll: Do you tip housekeeping?
When I’m on vacation, tipping housekeeping is a no brainer. In fact, any time I stay in a hotel for longer than a few nights it’s just included in the budget. But for business trips I’m usually in the same place for a night or two, and in the hotel hardly at all. It’s not…
Hotel Review: Hyatt Place
These days, there is no shortage of hotels aimed at the business traveler. But just because a chain says they know what road warriors want doesn’t make it so! One place that gets it right—Hyatt Place. You can tell they know what works for business travelers from the moment you step inside. The nice people…
