RSSMay|31|2008
Take A Closer Look At Travel Costs (Part 2)
Posted by Noemi as Hotels, Tips
In the previous post, we took a look at how you can save some money and avoid spending more than you should with regard to airfare. This time, let us take a look at the other major cost associated with traveling – accommodations. Before we go on, let me ask you this – what kind of accommodation do you usually book? Are you the type of person who likes comfortable and luxurious hotels? Or are you the type who can “rough” it out at hostels and lower budget accommodations?
I suggest that you decide the answer in your mind and IF you do think that you could hack it out …
Mar|06|2008
Easter Holidays in the UK
Posted by Noemi as Cities, Cruises, Destinations, Europe, Family, Festivals, Getaways, Hotels, Transport
In the last post, I wrote about some Easter vacation ideas for families in the US. Of course, the US isn’t the only country that celebrates this holiday – our cousins across the ocean do so as well! Here are some great holiday ideas in the UK. Whether you live in Britain or not, it is always worth traveling to that part of the world for a break.
Tour the countryside in a camper van
You do not need to own one in order to do this – there are plenty of camper van rentals all throughout the UK. The best thing about renting a camper …
Feb|09|2008
Valentines Vacation for the Family
Posted by Noemi as Americas, Around The World, Destinations, Family, Festivals, Hotels, Resorts
Not everyone is into Valentines Day but why not? It can be a good excuse to get away from your every day routine and have some fun. If you are a couple without children, then you and your partner could go away for a romantic weekend. You have a world of choices open to you. If you have children, you have two options – find someone to look after them during the weekend and go away on your own or you can take the kids with you and have a family weekend.
Whichever route you choose, you will be sure to have a blast with the kids and also spend …
Nov|16|2007
Online Booking Tips: Hotels
Posted by Camica as Around The World, Destinations, Food and Drink, Hotels, Resorts, Tips
Nowadays, a lot of travelers are choosing to book their hotel online. Not only is it usually cheaper than booking with a travel agency, computer savvy travelers also get to surf the net for their choice of hotels and packages. Since most of these reservations are prepaid, and canceling a reservation will usually leave a customer with a cancellation charge, it’s a good idea to research the hotel you plan to book extensively. If you’re not familiar with hotel lingo, you might get stuck paying for something you don’t need or want.
When you’re searching for hotels, aside from the room types, you might also come upon different meal plans. Although most hotels will indicate …
Nov|09|2007
Super Saver Trip Tips: Reservations
Posted by Hannah Grace as Hotels, Tips
The last time I posted I wrote about how you can get great deals by taking advantage of “shoulder-season” bargains. However, even if you do decide to go on a vacation during peak season you can definitely save a lot of money by looking for great accommodation deals. What most people neglect to do when reserving their accommodations is to ask for bargains or promos. Remember that there’s nothing to lose by bargaining so you might as well sharpen your bargaining skills. Afterall when it comes to making reservations bargaining doesn’t really mean haggling but simply asking if there are any better deals available.
To get the lowest possible deals for your hotel room (or whatever type of accommodation you …
Oct|04|2007
Howl-O-Ween
Posted by Noemi as Americas, Around The World, Destinations, Events, Family, Hotels, Resorts
Yep, it’s just around the corner and as early as now, many people are already thinking of fun things to do when this holiday comes around. Probably not everyone enjoys Halloween as much as we do but it is a good excuse for a family vacation as any!
Here’s something different that you can try out this year. Instead of staying at home and having the kids go trick or treating as usual, why not spend a night or so at a Halloween-themed resort or hotel? Great Wolf Lodges is known for its Halloween parties for families.
With various locations scattered throughout the States, I am sure your family will be able to find …
Oct|01|2007
Places To Stay: Apartment Hotels
Posted by Camica as Around The World, Destinations, Hotels, Tips
For those planning to stay more than one week, the best type of lodging might be the apartment hotel. An apartment hotel, also known as an apartelle is usually a serviced apartment complex that uses a hotel style booking system. Another variation is the condotelle, which rents out serviced condominiums. Booking an apartment hotel is similar to renting an apartment, but with no fixed contracts and occupants can check-out whenever they wish. There are usually no advances or deposits to be paid, unlike the traditional apartment.
Apartment hotels combine the flexibility of living in an apartment with the services found in a hotel. Prices may be more expensive than the common hotel room, but, in the …
Sep|27|2007
Places To Stay: Motels
Posted by Camica as Around The World, Destinations, Hotels, Tips
If you’re on a budget and plan to be on the road a lot, a motel might be the best place for you. The word motel came from the words “motorists’ hotel”. They began in the 1920s as motor courts on the edges of towns, to service travelers along the highways. Motels are convenient if you’re bringing your car and you just need a place to stop for the night, since most motels, unlike hotels, are located along highways.
The traditional motel is made up of a single building of connected rooms whose doors face a parking lot. It can also be a series of small cabins with common parking. Motels are usually composed of …
Sep|26|2007
Places To Stay: Hostels
Posted by Camica as Around The World, Destinations, Hotels, Tips
Hostels are places that are ideal for backpackers or travelers on a budget. Traditionally, hostels have dormitory style accommodations, where guests can rent a bed, and the bathroom, kitchen and lounge are shared. Some newer hostels, however, now provide rooms that may be available for single, double or quad occupancy. Hostels have often been associated with the youth (obviously, it’s also commonly known as youth hostels) and backpackers. In general, most hostels are the cheapest form of short-term accommodation you can find. Some hostels even employ long-term residents as staff in exchange for free accommodation.
Hostels are usually cheaper compared to hotels and B&Bs. Like B&Bs, hostels have common areas such as kitchens, dining rooms …
Sep|24|2007
Places To Stay: Boutique Hotels
Posted by Camica as Around The World, Destinations, Hotels
If you’re a traveler looking for a place to stay, there are other options aside from your regular hotel. Depending on the location, there might be a resort, a bed and breakfast, or a hostel at your destination. The terms can be quite confusing, however, as well as the service each can offer. To help you decide which type of lodging might be right for you, I decided to write about the various lodgings available.
First off, let me tell you about the boutique hotel. Boutique hotel is a term used to describe smaller, more intimate hotels not part of a chain or branded hotels. They began in the 1980s in major cities like New York, …
