Before attending TravelCon, It would be a struggle waking up and figuring out what to write. This morning, I jumped out of bed, ready to write. I have so many ideas that I don't know where to put them all. Maybe I'll make this newsletter daily instead of weekly. Jk
Below is a table of the popular hotel rating systems in America and what they mean:
Hotel ratings are not to be confused with user reviews! Hotel ratings cover facilities and amenities, while user reviews are user-generated feedback.
Internationally and domestically, there are many standards for rating hotels.
A lower-rated property doesn't correlate with cleanliness. (But I'm not taking any chances.)
My Preference:
I like 3-star hotels because they have a good mix of value (amenities and price point.)
When traveling, I don't need much because I'm always out. But cleanliness is a significant concern for me. If I see a rodent in the hotel, call the fire department. Jk 👀
How many stars do you prefer?
The Tom Collins first made it's appearance when created by "the father of American mixology," Jerry Thomas, in 1876.
2oz gin
3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
3/4 oz simple syrup
Top with club soda
Mix the gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup in a tall (collins) glass with ice, top with club soda and garnish with a lemon slice and maraschino cherry.
Random Travel Thought
Traveling has made me less materialistic except when it comes to camera equipment.
