If you’re a frequent guest at InterContinental Hotels, you might have wondered whether InterContinental Ambassador status is worth the $225 fee (or 45,000 IHG points). What do you actually get …
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Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge at Moxy Times Square – Fun Theme, Mixed Experience
by joehegby joehegDuring our stay at the Moxy Times Square, we decided to check out its rooftop bar, Magic Hour. While the hotel itself is quirky and fun, our main interest was …
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The vacation or business trip is over and it’s time to leave your hotel for the final time. Your bags are packed. You’ve done your little tricks to ensure you …
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For some hotels, it’s all about the view. People will pay hundreds of dollars per night to have a gorgeous view of Paris at night, the red rocks of Sedona, …
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A hotel room with one king bed or two queens—does it really matter? To some, it’s a minor detail. To others, it’s a full-blown travel dilemma. We’ve had our fair …
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Hotels began in the U.S. during the earliest times of the country – the 1700s. In the 200+ years since then, technology has evolved significantly (gee, ya think???) and there …
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The One Thing I Wish Hotel Housekeeping Would Stop Doing (And Why It Drives Me Crazy)
by joehegby joehegWhen staying in a hotel, I try and make my room feel more “homey.” I’ll unpack things immediately, keep my stuff organized instead of just throwing it all over the …
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Have you noticed that lots of high-rise hotels don’t have a 13th floor? Ever wonder why that is? A lot of people say it’s because of superstition – the number …
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Staying at Hyatt Place Buffalo/Amherst: A Smart Redemption for a Pricey Weekend
by joehegby joehegSometimes, travel plans come together at the last minute—and that means scrambling to find a decent hotel. This was one of those times. Towards the end of 2024, I had …
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Hotel Revenge: Why You Should Never Be Obnoxious to Front Desk Clerks
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThere’s a general warning that you should never be too awful to restaurant servers, or shouldn’t send food back for it to be “fixed” too many times, because they could …