As much as I love traveling, scheduling is unpredictable, thanks to delayed flights and other unforeseen circumstances. Even if everything goes flawlessly, I often arrive at a destination early (due ...

Getting an early hotel check-in can make travel days smoother and more comfortable. Early access means you can rest, freshen up, or begin exploring without waiting for the usual mid afternoon check-in ...

When you’re booking a flight overseas or across the country, a red-eye flight can often be the cheapest option. During the moment of purchase, it always seems like a great idea. You’ll save money, and ...

Valentine’s trips often come with a carefully imagined first evening. We picture arriving, settling into a cozy room, and heading out for a relaxed dinner or a sunset stroll. But one common timing ...

When you ask about the specific location of the room, the clerk becomes personally involved in your room choice—and does not leave it up to whatever the hotel reservations system has assigned you.

Hilton Hotels Corp. and Carlson Hotels Worldwide this month became the first major hotel companies to announce online checkin, allowing travelers to register electronically for their rooms in advance ...

When you dream of a vacation, you envision plush bedding, room service, and stunning views — not a fiasco that leaves you longing for home. Yet, the signs of a disastrous hotel stay can often be ...

Dai Nippon Printing (DNP) and USEN-ALMEX have begun testing the next generation hotel check-in system using ...