Category: Travel Intel

Think picnics, parades and pyrotechnics! Break out the red, white and blue for the best July 4th celebrations in America.

With more than 75 properties in four dozen cities, Kimpton is a top choice for travelers looking for a smart and stylish boutique hotel.

Love to travel with Fido? If vacations are better with your best friend along, here's a quick list of the most dog-friendly hotel chains.

Confused about how much to tip the hotel valet? Here are some handy tips to help you figure out what's customary and fair.

Wondering why hotels have bibles in bedside drawers? Here's the scoop from HotelSlash, the expert in cheaper hotel stays.

Not sure whether to tip hotel housekeeping? We answer why you should, where to leave it and how much to give.

No wonder resort fees are among the most loathed of all hotel fees. They are mandatory, whether you use the included services or not. 

Nobody likes to learn that they are paying more than necessary for a hotel. Here's how to find out if you are paying the cheapest hotel rate.

How safe are you inside your hotel room? Here's how to beef up some simple security habits to make your hotel room safer.

Are you lucky when it comes to freebies or upgrades? Here's how to boost your chances of getting a free hotel upgrade.