When it comes to choosing a hotel, it’s important that you first determine your needs and the specific accommodations you prefer. At the time of booking, be sure to make any special requests (such as a room in a certain location or a crib or rollaway).
Evidence of hotels and the hospitality industry have been recorded as far back as biblical times when Mary and Joseph arrived in Bethlehem during the census. As the Bible depicts, Mary and Joseph were refused accommodations because there "was no room at the inn."
The city of Geneva in Switzerland hosts one of the most expensive hotels in the world, where you can expect to pay $65,000 a night. This is followed closely by hotels in the following cities: N’Djamena, Singapore, Hong Kong, Angola, Zurich, Bern, and Sydney.
For comfort and convenience, many famous people throughout history have chosen to reside in hotels long-term. Off and on for a 30-year period, Coco Chanel, the famous French fashion designer, made the Hotel Ritz in Paris her home.
Think about bringing a small digital recorder on your trip. You can record all your memories, to share with others, or to just reminisce over when you get home. The entries can help you create a more interesting trip journal, too.
Did you know that hotel mini bars went global in 1974, when the Hong Kong Hilton introduced liquor stocked refrigerators into all 840 of its rooms? Given that this led to a 500 percent increase in room service drink sales, hotels across the world were quick to follow.
