Time To Travel Cebu
Posted on 07. Aug, 2009 by admin.
I have been planning this vacation for some time now and it’s nearly here - almost. I have been to many countries as a traveler and one country that has always eluded me is the Philippines. I have been to several Asian countries over the past few years and had always planned to visit the Philippines and never did. But alas, I don’t need to worry about that now as I’m going!
Of course, the Philippines boasts so much to offer the foreign traveler. I couldn’t decide whether to go main land or opt for one of the islands. I’ll probably only be there once so I wanted to make the right choice. After much debating (and arguing) with my wife, we have opted for the province of Cebu. To be exact, Plantation Bay Cebu. After reviewing countless tourist accounts of the area, we feel this will be the best choice for us and our family.
Cebu is located to the east of Negros and the province itself is made up of no less than 167 islands. Cebu itself is probably one of the most developed provinces in the Philippines which to be honest is one of the main reason we chose it. We like to know we’re safe!
The Plantation Bay resort itself is extremely luxurious. Exactly the sort of place you need to relax in the beautiful Cebu surroundings. Like most luxury resorts in the Philippines, the complex boasts some of the best Spas and relaxation rooms in the country as well as some fantastic sports and leisure activities. I have also heard that the suites are simply to die for. We really can’t wait. Expect us to be posting lots of pictures of the resort and surrounding area. We just love to make our readers jealous! 
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Luggage Scale - A Must Have Product
Posted on 29. Jun, 2009 by admin.
Once I paid over-weight luggage charges on an international flight, that was the day I realised that how much important to have luggage scale. I would recommend to keep a luggage scale not only at home but do take it while you are on a trip. Checking your luggage weight at the start of packing the bags can help you organise your weight smartly.
When I was searching for various luggage scales online, I found Balanzza luggage scale as top of the range. It’s very light-weight, easy to carry and its digital meter provide accurate reading. It’s a perfect product to avoid overweight penalties and is a must buy product for frequent travellers especially. Its measuring capacity is 100 lb and its weight very less and will add only 10 oz to your weight if carried inside your luggage.
It has a gripping handle that provide you ease when measuring heaving luggage and you can use this luggage scale alone. When measuring weight simply attach your luggage to it using the strap provided with luggage scale and its LCD display will show you exact weight. A beep sound could be heard when weight is captured.
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How to Read a Hotel Review
Posted on 22. Jun, 2009 by admin.
When it comes to choosing a hotel, the majority of people books the hotel through the use of internet websites and therefore relies on reviews which are written by other travelers to ensure that the information is accurate and up to date. There are often multiple reviews for each hotel that has been stayed at by each traveler and most often these opinions seem to clash between which hotels were downright awful and which ones were spectacular.
When reading a hotel review, be sure to look for personal experiences in which the staff members went out of their way to help a guest of the hotel, look for specific ratings which are available from each hotel including the cleanliness of the hotel as well as the levels of service that were being offered. Also, be sure to determine which hotels lived up to the pictures and the promises that were made before booking, if applicable.
While reading a hotel review it is important to remember that everyone has different personal experiences and expectations when it comes to staying at the hotel. Looking at the important information, rather than personal experiences can help to differentiate the biased opinions.
Using these aspects, you can be sure to get the most information possible from the hotel review and therefore make the best of your next trip.
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Rating a Hotel - What You Should Include
Posted on 15. Jun, 2009 by admin.
Before booking a hotel, there are many consumers that seek to read the ratings and reviews which are available from past guests that have spent time at the hotel. These ratings and reviews can contain honest information which can help the individual make the decision to reserve a room at this particular hotel, or to keep looking for alternative accommodations.
When staying at a hotel, you should rate the hotel in which you are staying in order to help others make the decision. There are certain factors which should be examined when you are rating a reviewing a hotel in which you were a guest to get a clear and accurate depiction of the hotel – these include:
- The services available at the hotel
- The friendliness and efficiency of the staff of the hotel
- The amenities which were available at the hotel
- The cleanliness of the hotel
- The accuracy of the pictures that have been displayed in accordance with the true pictures of the hotel (It can be helpful to take pictures to post)
- The overall feeling of the hotel
- The cost of the hotel per night and the services that are included in this cost
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Finding Hotel Reviews
Posted on 15. Jun, 2009 by admin.
There are many benefits to booking a hotel room on the internet to include in your vacation, including the fact that booking through the internet can often give the traveler access to a variety of discounts that are available through the website, as well as the versatility to manage the reservation without having to contact the hotel directly and wait on hold.
Aside from these, booking a hotel on the internet can be made simple as the vacationer can have access to other rankings and reviews which were written by travlers that have stayed at the hotel in the past.
These reviews and rankings are an effective way to decide which hotel to stay in through your vacation. When searching for a hotel, these reviews can be found through the use of travel websites, travel forums and any other place where travelers chat on the internet about accommodations and traveling.
Other reviews are available through websites which are based solely to rate the hotels in which you are choosing from. These can be an effective way to decide upon a hotel, as there are often a variety of reviews which can be read before a decision has been made about which hotel is going to be reserved.
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What Should You Include in Your Hotel Review
Posted on 22. May, 2009 by admin.
When writing a hotel review, it is important to be honest and fair through the entire process. first, determine the level of service which was received at the hotel that provided the accommodations. Were these services less than satisfactory, merely satisfactory, good or excellent? Was there any specific part within the trip in which someone provided a higher than usual or excellent level of customer service which added to the entire experience of the trip?
It can be helpful to include pictures while making a hotel review, as they can be compared to the pictures which are often posted on the website for the hotel. These pictures can help the other potential travelers to gain a ‘real view’ of the hotel and therefore they can begin to plan their trip accordingly.
Be fair while ranking the hotel and write an in depth review that covers everything from the level of service that was provided, the costs, the food available at the hotel and even the amenities which were available. Think about the tiny details which you would like to know when booking a hotel trip and include these details within the review, as well as any other details that you feel would be beneficial to travelers.
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Hotel Review of the W Hotel in Chicago on Lakeshore
Posted on 04. Apr, 2009 by admin.
Dubbed one of the best hotels in Chicago, does the W Hotel in Chicago live up to the expectations that have been set for the property? The location of the hotel is great, close to the Lakeshore and within close distance to many of the tourist attractions that the city has to offer, but the ambience within the hotel can use some adjustments.
The hotel has not been remodeled in a very long time and can use some renovations. Although still a great hotel, these small changes would bring this hotel from great, to sheer excellence. Aside from the small renovations which could provide the hotel with a pick me up, the restaurant and bar within the hotel are a popular destination for those within the city, making the ambience wonderful and filled with locals.
The services which are provided at the W Hotel are some of the best available. With a members card there are often amenities available such as late checkout and access to suites and upgrades. The rewards and membership cards which can make these aspects a possibility are a great way to enjoy everything that the hotel has to offer to its guests.