Hotel Safety

Portable Door Locks for Travel

POSTED January 12th 2021 BY Travel Writer
Which Portable Door Lock / Alarm is Best for Your Travel Needs?  A sense of security at home or while traveling is important. If you live in a rental property the landlord has access to your place and even former tenants might if they still have a key.  If you have roommates, being able to lock the bedroom door can provide an added feeling of...
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Top 6 Hotel and Resort Safety Tips

POSTED November 15th 2020 BY Travel Writer
You need to be vigilant about your safety and security even in top hotels and resorts. While most properties do have security programs in place to protect their guests, you still need to know how to protect yourself and your family in case of an emergency as well as when just undergoing ordinary activities such as staying in and leaving your room. These are the...
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Doing Laundry in Your Hotel Room

POSTED October 4th 2020 BY Beth Williams
Travel light by packing less and doing laundry on vacation or while traveling. If you travel for more than a few days you should plan on doing laundry in the sink/tub of your hotel or B&B. This keeps the weight of your bag down so it is easier to carry or maneuver. Never done laundry by hand in a hotel sink?  It’s pretty simple.  Here’s...
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Do you sleep with the hotel balcony door open? Read this before you do it next time

POSTED June 14th 2020 BY Travel Writer
Sleeping with the hotel balcony door open is not the safest option, even on a high floor. Perhaps you’ve stayed at hotels that have a nice balcony overlooking the ocean or with a view of the city and keep the sliding door open. You might want to keep the sliding door open for ventilation or just to hear the sounds from outside. Should you sleep...
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Best way to Redeem Travel Miles and Points

POSTED February 28th 2020 BY Travel Writer
The question is; what is the best way to redeem travel miles you earn? You can earn miles by being loyal to an airline and receiving miles in an account or by using a credit card from an airline that also rewards you with miles from purchases you make with that card. You can also earn hotel points towards free stays at that hotel chain...
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Theft at the Beach-How to Keep Valuables Safe- Thieves Caught on Video

POSTED February 11th 2020 BY Travel Writer
I’m sure you’ve wondered what is the best way to keep valuables safe at the beach or pool. Have you ever gone to the beach and wondered what should I do with my phone, camera, keys or other valuables while I’m in the water? You’re not alone and thefts are common, especially at popular and crowded beaches favored by tourists. Keeping Valuables Safe While at...
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What People Steal From Hotels

POSTED February 7th 2020 BY Travel Writer
What People Steal From Hotels Have you ever taken something from a hotel? How about the travel-sized shampoo or unused soap? Hotels expect that and even see it as advertising for the hotel you take home. However, what some people steal from hotels goes beyond that. Some hotel guests steal large and expensive items like towels and robes. No doubt you’ve found a card placed...
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How Much Should You Tip-Guidelines for Hotels, Restaurants, and More

POSTED January 20th 2020 BY Beth Williams
How Much Should You Tip? Guidelines for Hotels, Restaurants, and Bars One question most travelers ask is how much should you tip?  Typically the one place you end up tipping most frequently is in your hotel. There is the bellstaff, housekeeping, the concierge and dining room personnel. If they provide a service, they typically should get a tip. How much you should tip for those...
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