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5 of the best inexpensive hotels in Dubai

Chelsea Plaza Hotel The “City of Sheikhs” is of course famed worldwide for its glitz, glamour, and (often over-the-top) luxury, and this goes as much for its lodgings as anywhere else - with exhibit A being the "seven-star" Burj Al Arab Jumeirah (where room rates start north of US$1,000 a night). But bargain seekers do have a suprising menu of options, and without having to resorts to fleabags or hostels. Here are five three-star properties which provide a modicum of luxury at very accessible…

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8 of the best hotels in and around Thimphu, Bhutan

Hotel Druk In the half century since "the Land of the Thunder Dragon" opened its doors to tourism, the country has accrued nearly 400 hotels - around 225 of which are in the district that´s home to capital Thimphu (pop. 149,000). And especially since this laid-back, low-slung city is your point of entry and exit as well as being worthy of visiting in its own right, you´ll most likely be overnighting here, so here are eight properties worth highlighting, in varying price ranges...read post

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11 effective strategies to boost direct bookings for your hotel

Sakorn Sukkasemsakom In today's highly competitive hospitality industry, attracting more direct bookings for your hotel is essential to maximize revenue and build stronger guest relationships. In this article, we'll explore a number of the best strategies to increase direct bookings. We'll also highlight the significance of leveraging hospitality consulting services and the expertise of hotel industry consultants to navigate the challenges associated with third-party hotel management. read…

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3 of the Caribbean´s best Sandals resorts for honeymoons

Sandals Grande St. Lucian Based in Montego Bay, Jamaica, the famous Caribbean resort chain founded in 1981 by legendary Jamaican entrepreneur Gordon "Butch" Stewart was instrumental in pioneering the "all-inclusive" concept - paying one (usually very attractive) rate to cover all food and drink as well as many activities and amenities, in addition to just a room. Sandals properties now number 18 on eight islands, and they´re especially popular with (and indeed, marketed to) couples and…

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Darryl Musick April 30, 2010 at 5:20pm

We go to find the Govenator of Kahl-ee-for-nya and go on a long hike. Today's trip report is from capitol of the Golden State, Sacramento. See why it pays to find your duly elected representatives at The World on Wheels: http://tinyurl.com/2wyzzvq
Emma Krasov April 28, 2010 at 12:00am

Please advise! A travel writer from San Francisco will be staying in Singapore May 18-June 4. The company who pays will pay a press rate for a luxury hotel. Looking for a hotel that will provide a press rate! An extesive coverage guaranteed in at least 4 publicaitons. The story will be published fast and BIG. Any takers? Please respond to my direct email: ekrasov@yahoo.com. Thanks!
Darryl Musick April 17, 2010 at 5:47pm

The final chapter of Tim's Trip Planning 101 series is now online at The World on Wheels. He's been planning a baseball trip to Ohio and Missouri. Take a look at just what it takes to plan a trip with a wheelchair: http://tinyurl.com/y2zgny2

Trip Planning 101 – The Final Chapter

See the previous installments: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Our Midwest baseball trip is coming together at a fast and furious pace...
Toni White April 5, 2010 at 12:58pm

Max,
I have to agree with you about the water. I'm currently hovering in Phuket, Thailand and although everyone has bottled water etc, the mini-bar still charges. However, I can't really grumble because the place I'm staying is fantastic. £20 a night, huge ensuite room, free beach towel, 100m from the beach and they offer reams of information and advice if you ask! Definitely found myself a bargain!
Carol Margolis April 1, 2010 at 10:54pm

I do not like the daily resort fees. They really add a lot of $$ to the bill and for many items that I do not use. And I really do not like the room service delivery charge added on top of the room service fee, both of which need to be supplemented with a tip to the delivery person. Instead, I'll have the hotel restaurant call me when my food is ready and I'll go pick it up. Saves lots of $ and I get the food sooner.
Darryl Musick April 1, 2010 at 8:39pm

Resort fees, fees for local calls, energy fees. Not a fee, per se, but non-refundable, non-cancellable prepaid reservations.
Julie April 1, 2010 at 7:11pm

Max, definitely an interesting article. I agree about the water. For me, I think the charging for wi-fi or Internet in general is a big offender.
Max Pesling April 1, 2010 at 6:37pm

Interesting story on outrageous hotel surcharges today. What do YOU think are the worst offenders in the hotel pile-on charge category?

Mine: charging for bottled water in places where the tap water is not potable.
Darryl Musick March 20, 2010 at 5:14pm

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