resort fees are a mandatory fee that guests must pay to the hotel in addition to the nightly room rate. In most cases they are on a per night basis and guests cannot opt out. They often include some perks and freebies such as usage of the hotel facilities, a complimentary newspaper, free telephone calls and internet. Here are the top 10 cities that charge resort fees and some tips on how to avoid them.
Aside from visiting many great hotels in Hawaii, I was able to get out and enjoy many of the sites throughout Oahu. One of my favorite places in Oahu was Turtle Beach. Turtle Beach should not be confused with Turtle Bay, the hotel-resort located further north on the North Shore. Turtle Beach is a very […]
Car rental scams in Cabo San Lucas are blatant and rampant. Fortunately, I was prepared to avoid the scamps. Preparation was based on reviews of car rental agencies in Cabo San Lucas on TripAdvisor. Here is a recount of how one car rental, Eurocar, tried to scam me and what I did to protect myself, avoiding $380 in hidden and unnecessary charges.
New York City is a fantastic tourist destination, but it can also be expensive. Broadway tickets, dining, and hotels can be extremely expensive. In fact, even though there are several great ways to save money on hotels in NYC, it is still one of the most expensive cities for accommodation. Fortunately, New York also has many great attractions, sites and activities that travelers can take in without spending a penny.
Here is a list of the top 10 free things to do in New York City.
The cheapest way to get from the Las Vegas airport to the Strip depends on the number of travelers. A solo traveler can save money by taking a shuttle, but 2 or more travelers are probably better off taking a taxi if their hotel is on the Strip.
Anyone who lives in lower British Columbia (Vanouver, Victoria, Kelowna, etc) should consder Bellingham when flying for the many benefits it has to offer:
New York City is one of the most expensive cities in the United States (second only to Miami). With a bit of digging, however, it is possible to find cheap accommodations in Manhattan. These 10 tips for cheaper hotels in Manhattan offer unique strategies to save money on lodging.
I had the privilege of visiting Waikiki, Hawaii for two weeks. We rented a condo at the Waikiki Banyan) and a car from Priceline (at $14 per day). The family has settled in nicely and we have been visiting our obligatory tourist attractions (especially Waikiki beach). Anyone who knows Waikiki also knows that this beach […]
The Las Vegas 24 hour buffet pass is a deal that lets you visit select buffets as often as you like within a 24 hour period. For just $50, its worth it for those travellers wishing to eat at 2 or more buffets during their stay in Vegas. Here is an overview of how it works along with some tips to get the most of your pass and avoid long lineups.