News You Can Use – January 29, 2020

Last Updated on January 31, 2024

A Guide To Hotel Tipping

News You Can Use…With daily fees (parking, gym or the dreaded resort fee) seemingly increasing both in quantity and in amount, it may be hard during your hotel stay to shell out gratuities as well. But traveling is one of life’s luxuries, and it’s important to tip the staff who help make it happen…  The New York Times

A Germaphobe’s Guide To Travel

News You Can Use…When I travel, my default fragrance is the citrusy smell of disinfectant. I’m the fidgety train passenger who slathers their hands with hand sanitizer. The fussy person on the plane who cleans their tray table with anti-bacterial wipes. Do these habits mean I’m well-prepared…  Lonely Planet

Your Support Animal May No Longer Be Allowed On Planes

News You Can Use…The Transportation Department proposes a narrow definition of a service animal — it would be a dog that is trained to help a person with a physical or other disability. Airlines might soon be able to turn away cats, rabbits and all animals other than dogs that passengers try to bring with them in the cabin…  Chicago Sun-Times

Best Hotel Packages For Adventurous Couples

News You Can Use…Valentine’s Day is supposed to be about planning a romantic night with your significant other that involves things like candlelit dinners and massages. But, for thrill-seeking pairs that just won’t do. Whether they’re in Brussels or Boston, Sweden or the Sudan,they want their romance to come with a little more excitement and perhaps a bit of an adrenaline rush…  Forbes

How To Get The Best Treatment At A Hotel

News You Can Use…Some people seem to get treated like an A-lister wherever they go: extra chocolates on their pillows, complimentary upgrades, and free bottles of Champagne are the norm for some. But what’s their secret? Dazzling good looks? Irresistible charm? According to the long-standing doorman of a luxury London hotel…  Travel + Leisure