5 great hotel movies
I love hotels, and I love movies — and I really love hotel movies. I’m not talking about the kind you rent for some adult entertainment after a long day on the road. I’m talking about movies that have a hotel setting, movies in which the hotel is almost a character. Here are my top five hotel movies, along with one hotel movie I hate.
Hotel urban legends
Everybody loves a good urban legend, and there are plenty of juicy stories about hotels. Do key cards really contain all your personal information? How often do people really wake up in a bathtub filled with ice? And what is that bad smell in your room? Most urban legends are just that — legends. But could some of these stories be true?
Hotel fires: How to stay safe
Do you know what to do if a fire breaks out at your hotel? Should you stay put or leave immediately? Should you use the elevator or the stairs? Do you even know where the fire exit takes you? Fires can spread quickly, so you need to know what to do before the first spark turns to flame.
My favorite hotels
Mechanics know which cars are well built, librarians know which books are good reads, chefs know where to find the freshest produce — and hoteliers know where to stay! I’ll share some secrets with you, and let you know about my favorite hotels around the world.
How to get a great hotel rate
Hotel rooms are getting more expensive every day. As prices soar, getting a great deal on your stay is more important than ever. But with so many ways to book a hotel, what’s the best way to get a reasonable rate? Follow these tips to make your next hotel a little more affordable.
Innkeepers laws: What are they?
A local attorney’s television ad encourages his viewers to “know your rights.†That’s great advice for travelers, too — and there are specific laws that govern your hotel stays. They are called “innkeepers laws†and they cover everything from overbooking to evictions. Amy Bradley-Hole gives us a rundown.
What type of hotel are you really getting?
So you’re trying to book a trip, and you’d like a nice place to stay. But looking online for a hotel may only lead to confusion. Why? Because we’re not just living in a motel/hotel world anymore. These days, there are many types of properties from which to choose. Knowing the lodging lingo can help you make a great choice.
How much should I tip?
I’ve recently had many readers ask for advice on tipping when they travel. “Who do I tip?†“How much do I give them?†Even, “Who is this person following me around, trying to steal my luggage?†(Answer: That’s the bellman, and he is there to help you). It must be time for Amy Bradley-Hole’s refresher course in “Tipping for Travelers.â€
Resolved for 2007: Better hotels!
It’s that time of year, and we’re all making resolutions in hopes of improving our lives. Maybe the hotel industry should make a few New Year’s resolutions, too. After all, there are plenty of things the industry can improve. So, in the spirit of this season of welcome and fresh starts, I present four ways that hotels might change business for the better.
How to complain effectively
Hotels aren’t perfect. There are times when things go wrong and you need to complain. But you’re going about it all wrong! Pay attention to these tips for complaining correctly, and you will more likely get what you want.