California

What can hotels do to make travelers feel at home?

After reading numerous traveler reviews, we’re certain that the Orchard Hotel in San Francisco has this question all figured out. With outstanding reviews, it seems customers care most about great location, friendly staff, and a few added bonuses. Guests also mention free wi-fi, delicious breakfasts, a free hotel dvd collection, and comfy robes as some of the extra touches that make staying at the Orchard Hotel so memorable.

Similarly, the White Swan Inn received excellent reviews. A smaller botique hotel in San Francisco, guests rave about the variety of the continental breakfasts. Guests also felt right at home with in-room fireplaces. Another unique practice, large teddy bears are placed atop the beds, bringing smiles to the faces of those who stay at the White Swan Inn.

So what does this mean for other hotels? Welcoming guests should be high priority. Something as simple as a dvd collection, or teddy bear, help guests to recognize the hotel’s efforts to make travelers comfortable. These personal touches keep guests entertained while in a foreign city, and give them something to write home about, or at least write reviews about. Perhaps a little bit does go a long way after all.

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Lake Tahoe is the second deepest lake in the United States. It is filled by rain, stream, and snow runoff from the steep mountains that surround it. While the lake is the main stage for summer activities - boating, swimming, and the likes - the powdery peaks and numerous ski resorts are the prime destinations of winter vacationers.

Located on the California/Nevada border and one hour from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, travelers come from near and far to ride the slopes and roam the resorts around the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range.

There are two sides to Lake Tahoe– North and South. North Lake Tahoe includes most of Tahoe’s ski resorts including Squaw Valley, the home of the 1960 Winter Olympics, and Tahoe City, an area with many restaurants and shops. South Lake Tahoe offers gaming with a strip of casinos including Caesar’s, Harrah’s and Heavenly Ski Resort just a mile away.

Whichever side you choose, Lake Tahoe offers a range of sleep accommodations from fun snowboarder commons to five-star resorts. If you prefer to travel with a big group, the most fun and affordable choice is a house or cabin rental. There are many resources and websites to find places to rent for just the weekend or for as long as a full season. Splitting the bill makes this option great for a group of college kids or for a large group of friends and families.

The most popular ski resorts in Lake Tahoe are Squaw Valley, Heavenly, North Star, and Kirkwood, but there are numerous smaller, boutique ski resorts that are perfect for a quick ski day or for instructional lessons.

Build a snowman with the kids or hit the Jackpot tables after a day of skiing and make the most of the winter season in Lake Tahoe.

Start planning your snow trip and visit:

South Lake Tahoe Hotels
South Lake Tahoe Attractions
Find house, cabin and condo rentals at http://www.tahoevacationguide.com

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