Accomodation - TRAVELS WITH TWIST

Five-Star Wars: The Hotels Strike Back

Here’s more on the continuing war over hotel “junk” fees. In the ongoing battle against deceptive hotel “junk” fees, it’s crucial for travelers to stay informed and be equipped with strategies to thwart these sneaky charges. While recent headlines highlight the...

Worried about who your Airbnb host/guest really is?

Accomodation, Safety/Health, Travel Advice, Vacation Rentals

Airbnb has updated its identity verification process for hosts and guests. Airbnb has implemented an updated identity verification process to enhance trust and safety within its community. The company aims to ensure that guests and hosts can trust individuals on the...

When it comes to Airbnb, “you better shop around…”

Accomodation, Hotels, Planning, Travel Advice, Vacation Rentals

Unexpected competition is emerging in the vacation home rental business. Airbnb hosts might build their business off the platform, but more than a few are now wooing repeat customers away from the vacation rental platform entirely, according to a recent report....

Caught in the recent flight cancellation and delay chaos?

Accomodation, Flights, Hotels, Tickets, Travel Advice

Check out this old-school trick to bypass airline phone hold times. This travel tip may be coming too soon (or too late!) for travelers who just experienced the Southwest meltdown over the holidays or the flight cancellations of earlier this week after the FAA’s NOTAM...

Is your hotel room too hot or too cold?

Accomodation, Hotels, Safety/Health, Travel Advice

Here’s how to hack hotel thermostats. It’s no fun to wake up shivering or sweating in the middle of the night while staying in a hotel room. First, you have to locate the thermostat. Then you have to decipher mysterious icons on the control panel and, if overseas,...

On the cheap

Accomodation, Discounts, Hotels, Money, Travel Advice

Five reasons why you may be happier booking a budget hotel. Staying at a luxury hotel is often a top priority for travelers on holiday who have the funds. After all, it’s where you’ll get the best food, sheets, and service, right? But what if staying at a budget hotel...

« Older Entries

Next Entries »

Five-Star Wars: The Hotels Strike Back

Worried about who your Airbnb host/guest really is?

When it comes to Airbnb, “you better shop around…”

Caught in the recent flight cancellation and delay chaos?

Is your hotel room too hot or too cold?

On the cheap

Recent Posts