If I had to live in one hotel for the remainder of my life, La Residencia, or ‘La Res’, located in Mallorca, Spain would definitely be my choice. Once four separate mansions, they were combined and became a luxury hotel under the direction of Sir Richard Branson of the Virgin Companies. Staying there feels like the entire property is your own personal villa. There is even an artist in residence and staying there makes you...
Employees of hotels are there to serve you and take care of you, but remember it is also a job, and one that doesn’t necessarily always pay well. Often, hotels are a place for entry-point types of jobs and will employ a wide range of both younger and older staff. As a result, it’s a diverse group with different backgrounds. When you tip, you are tipping for the quality and service received, not just the...
What do I mean when I say “Done”? For me, “Done” is the difference between a pretty good idea and a truly great reality, and it all comes down to making it happen. This almost always takes vision, drive and a whole lot of hard work, but from the moment I say “Done,” I know I’ve got to make it happen. Let me give you an example: Back in 2005, I was wrapping up a $15...
We know as much about AirBnB as we did about Trip Advisor’s debut. We either dismissed that innovation or we recognized it as a transformation within the industry. A business in 190 countries, offering 600,000 places to stay and 15 million guests is worth noting. In order to grow this “asset light” operation, they acquire similar businesses, constantly add new “hosts” while lobbying municipalities to expand availability. Will it last? Hotels are driven by economics and business...
Depending on the nature of your travel, the ages of your children, where you are traveling to and the layout of the room; this can be a fun getaway or a stressful challenge. Space Matters If you are able to afford a larger space, seek out the option of staying in a junior suite. You won't regret it when it comes to having the room feel comfortable. These ‘junior’ suites aren’t going to have whirlpool tubs and...
