Visiting Toronto and Niagara Falls in Dec any suggestions as to whether I should split my hotel stays?

We are visiting Toronto and Niagara Falls in December for a birthday celebration. I would like to spend the weekend at Niagara ( I think) and the rest of the week in Toronto downtown area. Should I book two hotels to do this or is it close enough to commute back to Toronto after seeing the sights in Niagara. I want to be in Niagara at night to see the falls light up and perhaps have dinner. I am looking at the Embassy Suites hotel. Anyone have experience with this property? Also looking at theMarriotttt tresidence Inn in downtown Toronto any suggestions will be appreciated. Also is there a likelihood of snow on the ground because I don't want to rent a car if there will be snow. Prefer public transportation if icy. Thanks Visiting Toronto and Niagara Falls in Dec any suggestions as to whether I should split my hotel stays?
From a cost point of view, you are going to get the worst of both worlds. Hotels in Niagara Falls tend to be most expensive on weekends, while most Toronto hotels have highest rates on weeknights due to business travel. Instead, I would suggest you go to Niagara during the week and arrange your stay in Toronto to take in the weekend. Depending on your choices of hotels, this could easily save you several hundred dollars!





Also better stick to public transportation. The road down to Niagara is often chock-full of traffic. Plus most downtown Toronto hotels charge as much as $30 per day for parking! The buses run to Niagara Falls frequently from downtown Toronto coach terminal at Bay and Dundas. There are two companies, Coach Canada and Greyhound. VIA Rail runs trains to Niagara Falls from Union Station at Bay and Front Streets, twice a day in winter. Once there, use the Niagara Parks Department People Mover shuttle or local transit buses to get around.


Visiting Toronto and Niagara Falls in Dec any suggestions as to whether I should split my hotel stays?
I would not try to commute back to Toronto after seeing the lights in Niagara Falls. Much better to stay in Niagara Falls overnight and travel the next day. There is certainly a possibility of snow on the ground, but it may be perfectly dry for your whole trip.

Good Car Food For Long Road Trips? and Hotel Stays? 2 yr old and Prego on board?

Doing the massive road trip thing and would like some other people's input on road trip food and what to have on hand at the hotel for late night nibbles.





We've got some granola bars, jerky, string cheese, milk (we bring a cooler), water, nuts, banana chips, and possibly yogurt/other dried fruit





but I thought someone out there probably has a fabulous idea of a good snack/meal. We can't do processed lunch meat since I'm pregnant and the 2 yr old shouldn't be eating much of that anyway.





Thanks for any suggestions!! Good Car Food For Long Road Trips? and Hotel Stays? 2 yr old and Prego on board?
Why not make some home-made picnic stuff that's good cold. Like potato salad, or egg-salad, or BBQ chicken you can put on a sandwich. If you have a cooler and keep ice in it you can keep perishable stuff like mayonnaise just fine. I've done it before.

Competition to win free hotel stays next year. Is it legit?

I was surfing on the Internet and found this Christmas competition that has just started online.





The trivago Christmas Competition.





http://www.trivago.co.uk/static.php?%26amp;sid=2033





I was just wondering whether anyone else had participated in the competition and what they think? They are giving away different hotel vouchers every day and all you have to do is write a review. I have traveled a lot and was thinking of writing a lot of reviews for the competition, but I was wondering what other people thought?





http://www.trivago.co.uk/static.php?%26amp;sid=2033





I will write a review today and see what happens, it seems like a really cool site and who knows, maybe I will win! :)





Do anyone else have any experiences with competitions like this? It would be really great to win a free weekend in a hotel next year!





Thanks!Competition to win free hotel stays next year. Is it legit?
You need to ask yourself why they would run such a competition, certainly not because they are generous, big hearted softies.





1. They will probably sell on all the contacts they made and you will get loads of new spam





2. The usual catch with the hotel ones is that you can stay for free but two of you have to dine in their restaurant and have a minimum spend. The nights available will almost always be when you don't want to go.





There is no such thing as a free lunch (or bed for that matter)!Competition to win free hotel stays next year. Is it legit?
Nothing in this life is free, it is a scam.

FrequentFlyer miles for Hotel stays in Japan?

I'm looking to go to Japan free of cost besides food and rail passes but I want to pay for all my hotels in FF miles. I'm currently enrolled with American Airlines but I haven't been able to find out where you can redeem miles for hotel stays internationality, if it is even possible.





I can get miles from American Airlines, Delta Skymiles, Early Returns, Hawaiian Miles, Midwest Miles, and U.S Airways Dividend Miles. If anyone knows if these plans allow for hotel stays using FF miles, it would be greatly appreciated. Finding out how much a night costs would be an even greater help.





Thanks!FrequentFlyer miles for Hotel stays in Japan?
I don't think any of airlines you indicated can allow you to redeem your mileage into any hotel expense in Japan currently.





Only some of them could add points on your mileage cards instead.FrequentFlyer miles for Hotel stays in Japan?
I don't think you can use miles of these airlines for Japanese hotels. These are all US airlines. You can't use miles from US airlines for Japanese hotels.

Hotel stays at affordable prices?

Hey, I'm thinking of going to LA by Easter, but if it weren't for money issues I would've gone there already by now...cos plane tickets aren't nothing like a problem compared to the stay itself..cos it's all so expensive per night..





So in case I can..anyone knows in LA where I can find affordable stays for like a week or two for me and my mom?Like...at least downtown where I have places to go (I'm 25 so no problem at gettin' in clubs...or if so anyone can tell me if there's anything I should know and which clubs are the best ones?)?





Thanks a lotHotel stays at affordable prices?
Looks like the Kyoto Grand Hotel in Little Tokyo (Downtown) is $82 a night on Expedia right now for Easter weekend (its 3 1/2 stars too!) Or try the Mayfair Hotel. It is in Downtown and reasonably priced.





In Downtown, the best clubs/lounges to go to are the Edison and Elevate.





BTW Elevate has dancing. There aren't really any ';dance clubs'; in Downtown, its more low key. I am 25 too and live in Downtown.Hotel stays at affordable prices?
“Affordable” is a very relative term. What one person considers affordable, another might consider extravagant. Personally, I’m comfortable paying $100-$200 per night for a decent or nice hotel. I’ve also payed less that $100 for Motel 6, but I don’t go into large cities expecting to pay less than $100 for something that’s clean, comfortable, safe, and close to attractions.





I generally don’t recommend stays at downtown hotels or airport hotels if you are coming to LA to see the sights. Those areas are really more geared to business travelers. The Kyoto, for example (formerly the New Otani, which I guess makes it the Old Otani), is right across the street from a bail bondsman, with views of City Hall and the old County Jail. There isn’t a lot to do, either.





When I go to San Francisco, for example, I like to stay down by Fisherman’s Wharf. From there, I can easily walk to many attractions, restaurants, shops, and galleries. Downtown LA is not like that, since it’s geared more towards the business traveler. If I were coming as a tourist, I would either stay in West Hollywood, Studio City, or 30 miles away in Anaheim. In West Hollywood, I highly recommend the Best Western Sunset Plaza, a very nice smaller hotel. If you want to stay in Hollywood, I recommend the Renaissance Hotel right next to the Kodak Theater, or the Holiday Inn Express, which is a less expensive option. In Universal City, the Universal Hilton gives you walking access to Universal City Walk. In Anaheim, I always recommend the Candy Cane Inn and the Howard Johnson. Both are close enough to walk to Disneyland and Downtown Disney.





During spring break, you are going to pay more for hotels. Yes, the Kyoto has an $81 rate, but that’s only for the weekend. It’s about $110 the rest of that week.





Hot clubs include Area, Arena, AD, LAX, Level 3, and Ivar.





Have fun!
sara has a good answer!

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Hi has anyone used travelocity tell me if you like the site to book hotel stays friday i was looking at prices

and it said 70 a night now it says 52 a night does this happen prices fluctuatingHi has anyone used travelocity tell me if you like the site to book hotel stays friday i was looking at prices
I've used Travelocity for years, and basically it is good. Prices do change, but usually by the date. Another good source is www.priceline.com. You can book a hotel, or make a bid. If you make a bid, you won't know which hotel, only the area. I usually book near airports, and have never been disappointed. My first bid is always VERY low. Like $40-45 and check a 3 -4 star hotel. Often I've stayed at Sheraton or Hilton right by LAX for $50 or less. The earlier you book the better, because sometimes you have to wait a time period before entering a new bid if you are being very careful with your money.Hi has anyone used travelocity tell me if you like the site to book hotel stays friday i was looking at prices
My favorite site to book hotel rooms is http://www.tripadvisor.com. It lets you check prices with expedia, travelocity, hotels.com, and more all at the same site. I have found that http://www.hotels.com usually ends up with the cheapest prices.





As to the fluctuating prices....I've found the same thing happens and I don't know why.

Free hotel stays?

I was recently stopped in Orchard Rd, Singapore to answer a short survey, then was told that i won a 7 nights accommodation in a choice of 9 countries. I was encouraged to listen to a salespitch for membership of a travel club - something like a club med, but was informed that i was not obliged to join.


So i didn't. They gave me the voucher for the free accommodation anyway. My question is, do u guys think this is some scam. i don't remember the name of the company - something like Asian Travel Club... or something. The voucher is called The Voyager and is to be sent to www.starvacs.com - a very simple and somewhat suspicious website.


They ask for a credit card number to 'guarantee' the booking.


Have any of u heard of such arrangements and so u think it's real?Free hotel stays?
It is likely legit, but you should be aware of the fine print. Make sure that ';free'; means free. If there are hidden taxes, processing fees, or any charges at all, have them explained to you in full and then decide if you still want to participate. You've honored your part of the bargain by sitting through the presentation, so you have a right to the trip. Just find out exactly what the rules are first...Free hotel stays?
i don't know if it is real or not but i would not give my card over the Internet
The survey itself is just to see whether or not you qualify for the promotion.





The salespitch is genuine. They do want u to join their club.





The voucher is probably genuine, because I'm sure there are terms %26amp; conditions that ensure they get some profit out of it. Call them and find out! You're the one with the voucher... is there a number on it?

Where's the cheapest place to find hotel stays?

pref. online...?Where's the cheapest place to find hotel stays?
If you've never been to las vegas try any of the online sites.


If you've been there before call the casino where you play the most at and talk to a host.Where's the cheapest place to find hotel stays?
cheapovegas.com

Charging of Hotel Stays ?

I have a friend who wants to visit me. I want to put him in a hotel but if I come and stay with him at the hotel during the day, will the hotel only charge him for the room or will they charge me too...Charging of Hotel Stays ?
They will just charge him for the room. If anything he just needs to tell them when he checks in that there will be 2 adults. There is no price difference between 1 and 2 persons.Charging of Hotel Stays ?
If it's in the US, you pay for the room. In Europe some places charge by the person.
They will just charge him for the room.
Dear Friend, pls book double bed room and for two persons. So that you don't have to pay extra for Your stay.

About Hotel Staying ? ?

The hotel only charges for whoever is staying the night ? Correct ??





So if I have a friend who checks in and stays 5 nights, they are only going to charge him / her... I want to see her / him during the days... if we stay in the hotel, they are not planning on charging for me too , will they ?





and to those with Dirty Minds, we are JUST friends... we're NOT that type of friend.About Hotel Staying ? ?
Extra guests are required to pay if you visit. Now if you sneak in or if they ';catch'; you sneaking in you will be forced to pay and you can get your friend tossed out of the hotel !!! Whether or not you want to go through the trouble of going through the front desk is something you will have to decide. Honestly if you have his room number and you know where you are going... just walk in like you are staying there and know where you are going and you won't have a problem. If you start acting weird and looking around you will get busted. Just walk in and go to his room (if you know the room number) and all will be fine. If you have to go to the front desk and ask questions.... you will be charged!!!





I've had all types of friends visit me in the hotels in Canc煤n... Your best bet if you can't do the above. Have him wear a certain type of clothing and meet you in the Lobby Bar. It will be so much easier and won't look suspicious. Everybody gathers in the lobby bar and you just walking in won't look weird. You both can meet normally and all is good without suspicions. You'll be fine... no worries!!!














Good luck in whatever you are trying to do!!!About Hotel Staying ? ?
You can have 1 or 2 adults in the room for the same price. Anyone after that they will charge an extra fee.

Travelers: What ticks you off about hotel stays?

Me: Scratchy towels and washcloths, dirty carpeting, and dust.Travelers: What ticks you off about hotel stays?
That they don't wash the Blankets( maybe if you are luck once a month) I have worked at a Hotel.. I bring my own blankets thank you very much..Travelers: What ticks you off about hotel stays?
No Free Wireless Internet


They dont take bettter care of their rooms


Food is So expensive
no fitted sheets and they always tuck the covers in at the bottom of the bed and I can't stand to have my feet pinned down.
once i found hair in the bed. It completely grossed me out i got them to change my bed and everything.... i still slept on top of the covers and i left no tip!! from that day on i bring my own blankets cuz i sleep on top of the covers and my own pillows/towels. I dont use anything in a hotel room anymore!!!!!!
dirty sheets
Peculiar smell to their bed sheets





Small soaps i mean


how is a 2 inch bar of soap helpful?





lol
Semen stains on the furniture, hairs in the shower and hard beds
Thay I can't live there real cheap and save alot of money.
i agree about the towels. they are scratchy and way too small.


i also dont like the ugly patterns they choose for bedding and curtains.
Noisy people in the adjacent rooms.
leaky toilets
when its all stuffy and gross when you walk in. and it just smells disgusting.
dirty cups.


they dont even clean them!
the continental breakfast is only a doughnut and some coffee


u don't know if the sheets are clean
GETTING CRABS FROM THE UNSANITARY TOILET SEATS!
brown stains on the sheets
Anything that screams that it hasn't been cleaned.
Sleeping alone
dirty carpet... management can be bad a lot. Thats it... i actually think its cool
I always seem to get hotel rooms next to woman who think they are dying.


All night long I hear ';Oh God, oh God, oh God I'm coming';.
Dirty glasses.
bad managemnt and employess, like you the dust, and bad air conditioners. and smoke in non smoke rooms
dirty bathrooms


gross


i luv the hotels that are nice and elegant,with my own butler


lol
Yep...crappy towels and poor quality sheets
no smoking
the beds ALWAYS spell like pee, seriously, i've stayed at 5 star hotels and everything





even the grand hyatt in new york!!!


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pubic hair on the toilet seat!!!!!!!


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Snobbery! The very best hotels never use this approach. They value their reputation for excellent service and amenities and would never do anything to sully that image. Other hotels, though, claiming status equal to the finest establishments, treat patrons like supplicants whose honor it is to be admitted into the lobby.





The most extreme example I can think of is the Hotel Nikko in San Francisco. It has the worst service, the smallest, least comfortable rooms, and the rudest staff I have ever encountered. They overcharge and under-deliver. Compared to the Fairmont, which you can book for a similar rate, they are shoddy. (I must say, though, that if you are ever planning to have dinner at the restaurant in the Hotel Nikko, it is excellent. It's the only thing the place has going for it.)
you never know what people have did with each other in them..:(
Never 'totally' clean...!!
the floor

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Purchasing Hotel Stays from websites?

Do hotels still put holds on your debit card if you puchase your hotel stay on a website such as expedia or yahoo. We are trying to go to vegas to visit a relative and between the usual $300 hold a hotel puts and the $300 a car rental places on your debit card it gets to be kind of tough. Any help is appreciatedPurchasing Hotel Stays from websites?
it shouldn't happen for rental car or hotel on this site that i use. check out http://www.travelcuse.com for great deals! good luck.Purchasing Hotel Stays from websites?
Depends on the hotel's policy - occasionally a deposit is required - shop around.

Hotel stayed in the borgate?

have anyone stayed in the borgate hotel in atlantic city?Hotel stayed in the borgate?
I've never stayed in a room there, but I have been there a few times. It's ok - nothing special. The Tropicana is nicer.

What type of tax do they charge for hotel stays?

Everyone is right, it is 9% for most Las Vegas hotels, but it is 10% for downtown(Fremont Street area) hotels.





~Jack~What type of tax do they charge for hotel stays?
I believe the room tax is 9%What type of tax do they charge for hotel stays?
Like most of Nevada, its very low in taxes.





Its a flat 9% on hotel stays, with no additional charges for occupency or anything like that.
It should still be 9%. But, ask about all the hidden fees when booking too. Good Luck!
city, state, county, bed tax

Does any one have allergic reactions during hotel stays?

allergic reactions can be because they spray smelly stuff in the room, there has been animals there before.... as for me,.. when insense or smelly stuff is used.. i have a stopped up head and sneezing...

What credit card provides the best travel rewards? i.e. Hotel stays, airlines miles, car rental, etc. ?

Master Cards, Visas, check each one. Some offer airline miles.What credit card provides the best travel rewards? i.e. Hotel stays, airlines miles, car rental, etc. ?
Not to discourage you bud, but I wish people would stop depending on credit cards to give you discounts on airfare, hotels or car rentals. I bought a book that shows you how to get these mentioned above for a low price.


Check out http://www.myairfaressecrets.com they REALLY show you how to get cheap airfare without the need to accumulate like 100,000,000 points.

Which are the best sites for booking hotel stays...looking for Marriott in Fla for Oct?

I used Priceline to get a 4 star hotel in downtown Miami for $55 a night.Which are the best sites for booking hotel stays...looking for Marriott in Fla for Oct?
Since you have mentioned the particular city name so in such a case as you have mentioned, i am going to provide you a best website link through which you can easily select your desired hotel under specified budget in terms of good services/features, although you can make direct bookings as well.





http://www.hotels.beginbooking.com/State鈥?/a>Which are the best sites for booking hotel stays...looking for Marriott in Fla for Oct?
there are quite a few sites that you can search that will likely show you great hotels at the best prices available. check out the website BookMe and you will be able to compare prices on all the reputable travel sites in just a couple minutes. it's very convenient and will save you a bunch of time and money. Also, make sure you buy them online... otherwise they charge much higher fees for phone orders. good luck.

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Which airline(s) offer free hotel stays while having an overnight transit?

i am looking for an airline which will give me a free stay if i have an overnight transit.





thanks in advanceWhich airline(s) offer free hotel stays while having an overnight transit?
Depending on the fare and class of travel Airlines provide one night stay of accommodation for flight with no immediate connection within 8 hours to your final destination. On request basis only - ';To advise airline upon initial booking';.Which airline(s) offer free hotel stays while having an overnight transit?
nobody offers that

What is the tax % for hotel stays in Florida?

I don't know the specific tax breakdown, but you're likely to pay about 20% in taxes in the Orlando/Disney area. Part of this is sales tax, part ';bed tax'; and a host of other things as well. We don't have a state tax in Florida, so we basically tax the tourists.What is the tax % for hotel stays in Florida?
I paid 11% on a visit there a few weeks ago.What is the tax % for hotel stays in Florida?
i would ask the hotel you are staying at.


in orlando it is either 11% or 12% depending on where you are staying. (that is the sales and hotel tax together)
last time i was in florida the tax was different in every county.
the current sales tax in florida is 7%
it varies by county - ie. Lee county is 5% but that is not consistent throughout other cities.

Tax deductions and hotel stays.?

I am looking to buy a home 60 miles north of where I live. I have a home based biz. If I were to get a hotel room in the city where I am looking to relocate to... would that be a purchase that is tax deductable? I want to make sure I have ample time to look around and get a feel for the area. And YES I am looking to keep my biz in my home.Tax deductions and hotel stays.?
yes, its a business expense. tbaTax deductions and hotel stays.?
I'm not sure that it is a deductible business expense unless you can demonstrate that the cost of the hotel is a necessary expense of running your business. Otherwise, the IRS may consider it as personal travel or a pre-move house-hunting trip, neither of which is deductible. (See IRS Publication 521 for information on deductible and non-deductible moving expenses.) I'd be more confident if the previous answer cited an IRS publication or form that states that it is deductible, but it doesn't.





In the absence of something more definitive, I would consult with your accountant. If you accept incorrect advice from this website, you're legally liable - not the person who gave you the wrong information.