Tag: hotel
An Unusual Adventure to Bangkok with a Layover in Paris
Welcome to my upcoming trip report series, which details a review journey that I embarked on in late 2025. I’m slightly delayed on my trip reports but aim to be mostly updated by the end of the month. This review journey encompasses flight reviews on Porter, Air France, Aircalin, Thai Airways, and SWISS, alongside hotel…
Guidelines for Gratuity for Hotel Housekeeping: Tips and Proper Conduct
The issue of tipping hotel housekeeping can be unexpectedly divisive. Some individuals advocate for tipping, while others oppose it, and many are uncertain about the customary practices. In this article, I aim to present the perspectives from both sides, express my views on tipping, and provide general advice on how much to tip (if you…
St. Regis Queenstown, New Zealand, is set to inaugurate a 145-key hotel in late 2027.
A St. Regis is set to arrive in what might be one of my favorite locations on the planet, a market that clearly requires more quality hotel choices. In this post: The St. Regis brand is making its New Zealand debut Announced plans include the St. Regis Queenstown, with the state-of-the-art facility anticipated to launch…
