Tag: Travel

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Surprise, Fairfield Inn & Suites Are Good Now

I never thought I’d feel inspired to blog about the Fairfield Inn & Suites brand of hotels but here we are. Fairfield Inn & Suites are part of the Marriott family and occupy a niche in the market that is akin to Hyatt Place: limited service hotels for guests who are looking for efficiency and value over amenities. If you compare Fairfield Inns to … Read More Surprise, Fairfield Inn & Suites Are Good Now

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The Weird Design Logic of Hyatt Place

  So luxury might be everywhere in some form, but you probably won’t find it at a Hyatt Place… however you still may find yourself at a Hyatt Place one of these nights. Hyatt Places are springing up everywhere, consuming more and more of the Hyatt portfolio. If you use Hyatts at all you probably have found yourself staying at a Hyatt Place here … Read More The Weird Design Logic of Hyatt Place

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Getting the SSSS on My Boarding Pass: What Happened Next

The Dreaded SSSS If you read travel blogs, you may be aware of the dreaded SSSS designation that can occasionally be applied to the boarding passes of passengers headed to the United States. For example, some bloggers have written about their experiences getting the SSSS on their boarding passes after visiting Istanbul. For travelers with Pre-Check who value efficiency in travel, the SSSS is … Read More Getting the SSSS on My Boarding Pass: What Happened Next