Lodging tips

Solo woman traveler: hotel safety

One thing that I always search for info about when I go to a new place is how safe it...

Discount at booking.com – the site I use most often for hotels/hostels

Follow this link to get a 10% discount on your first booking at booking.com.  The site has availability through much...

Adding comfort to hotel rooms and cruise cabins

Here are some helpful tips for hotel rooms and cruise cabins Bring slippers or socks for the room.  Hotel room...

How to sleep well in hotel rooms

When you are traveling, one thing that can be hard is getting to sleep in unfamiliar places. There are sounds...

Stay in a Japanese temple with Buddhist monks

If you are in Japan, one thing you can try as an unusual experience is staying in a shukubo. These...

Options for saving money while traveling

While a major part of saving money while traveling is using money saving lodging options, there are other things you...

How to find good places to stay cheap when you travel

When looking for a decent but affordable place to stay in other countries that main two sites I use are: agoda.com  and...

Cambodia – Siem Reap homestay tale

  Cambodia was interesting.  If you come here definitely confirm the quality of where you are staying and square away the...