SeaVees Balboa Court Shoe

Add a sporty spin to your travel wardrobe with SeaVees’ Balboa Court Shoe. This white cotton twill sneaker features an eye-catching grosgrain stripe detailing that sets the shoes apart from standard white pairs.

The Balboas look casual, but feature some serious comfort details, including a cushioned memory foam footbed with cooling airflow channels and a responsive “power grip” outsole.

Cariuma IBI Low Knit Sneaker

Show off your eco-friendly style with Cariuma’s IBI Low Knit Sneakers. Made from self-regenerating bamboo and recycled plastics, these comfortable shoes are kind to both your feet and the environment. The knit materials mold to your feet to create a custom fit.

Featuring a removable lightweight memory foam and cork insoles, these sneakers are super lightweight, making them easy to pack.

Rothy’s The Lace-Up

After your trip, you toss all your dirty clothes into the washing machine—so why not add your shoes in as well? You can if they’re Rothy’s Lace-Up sneakers, a clean white pair of shoes that will always remain pristine since they’re machine-washable. Simply remove the ultra-cushioned footbed and toss both the insole and the sneaker in the washing machine. They’ll emerge looking fresh out of the box white again in no time. Out of all my shoes, the stylish Lace-Ups are the ones that most consistently garner compliments (and “where did you get those” questions) during my travels.

Adidas Stan Smith

Popular around the world, Adidas’ iconic Stan Smith sneakers go with any outfit and fit in anywhere. Opt for the all-white model or let your personal style shine through with pops of color on the heel and tongue. Either way, the excellent arch support and cushioning mean you’ll be packing (or wearing) these on every trip.

Thousand Fell Lace Up

Hate having dingy sneakers? Get irrationally mad when someone steps on your white shoes? Thousand Fells Lace Up sneakers might be for you. These sneakers are stain proof, odor-resistant, and feature a water-resistant coating so liquids and dirt slide right off. When you’re ready for a new pair, send them back to Thousand Fell (using a free label) where they will be refurbished and given to someone in need or recycled—and you’ll get a credit towards a new pair.

Keds Champion Original Lace Leather

Keds are a classic for a reason, and the Champion Originals Leather is the brand’s most timeless style. Made out of 100 percent leather, with no embellishments or excessive design, these are the shoes for people who just want a simple white sneaker.

Superga COTU Sneaker

Superga’s low-profile and lightweight classic sneakers are easy-to-pack (and easy to pair with anything in your travel wardrobe). The cotton unlined canvas upper is great for summer. A cushioned footbed, sturdy outsole, and soft lining make these shoes much more comfortable than they appear.

Taos Plim Soul Sneaker

Need a pair of shoes you can wear for an entire trip (without becoming offensively odorous)? Taos’ Plim Soul Sneakers are lined with a breathable canvas that’s been treated with a special odor-shield to keep your shoes stench-free. A trademarked Curves and Pods footbed has been designed to provide incredible arch and metatarsal support so you can wear these in comfort for many miles. 

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Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set

You might not sleep in a mansion like Oprah, but you can recreate her bedding situation with Cozy Earth’s Bamboo Sheet Sets. Named one of Oprah’s favorite things, these luxurious sheets are made from 100 percent premium bamboo viscose. The soft fabric not only feels good, but also helps regulate temperature.

Cozy Earth’s sheets will get softer with every wash—and they are deliberately oversized so you never have to deal with the annoyance of a too-small fitted sheet popping off the mattress again.

Fishers Finery Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase

Wake up looking refreshed with Fishers Finery Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase. Made from 100 percent pure silk, these smooth pillowcases will prevent wrinkles and protect your hair from damage (and bedhead). The silk fabric also helps regulate temperature, keeping you cool at night.

Nolah Mattress AirFiber Pillow

Stuffed with a down-alternative filling that contours to your head and neck, and topped with a cooling cover, the Nolah AirFiber Pillow will rival the pillows at luxury hotels. Designed to support all sleeping positions, this pillow will be comfortable for side or back sleepers.

Sleep Number True Temp Sheet Set

Hot sleeper? Ditch the sweaty, sleepless nights when you upgrade to Sleep Number’s True Temp Sheet Set. Outfitted with the brand’s trademarked True Temp technology, these sheets will work all night long to adjust to a comfortable, cool, temperature for sleeping. The fitted sheet has an extra genius feature: hidden labels that tell you which corner of the bed they go on, eliminating the frustrating struggle of getting it properly on the mattress.

Casper Down Alternative Duvet

Somehow, hotel beds never seem too hot, even when you’re snuggled under lots of layers. Recreate the feeling at home with Casper’s Down Alternative Lightweight Duvet. This fluffy duvet is made with a TENCEL Lyocell fiber shell to keep you cozy (but not sweaty). The inside is made from an airy but substantial 100 percent recycled polyester that’s better for the planet (and allergies) compared to down.

Italic

Want luxury sheets at a fraction of the price? Check out Italic’s affordable selection of hotel-quality bedding. Italic uses the same manufacturer as Frette, Ritz Carlton, and the Four Seasons but is able to sell their bedding for significantly less by utilizing a membership-based model. Italic’s sheet sets are available in every type of material you can imagine—linen, jersey cotton, percale and more.

Brooklinen

Want to wrap yourself up in your favorite cozy cashmere sweater to sleep? Brooklinen’s Heathered Cashmere sheets are the next best thing. This lightweight set is soft yet breathable so you won’t overheat. Made from a cotton/cashmere blend, these luxurious sheets can still be machine washed. 

Target Performance Sheets

An 800 thread count sheet set at an under $100 price point? You can find it at Target, where their signature sheet set garners rave reviews at an affordable price. Made from 100 percent cotton, these sheets are breathable, durable, and wrinkle-resistant. 

Boll & Branch Luxe

Boll & Branch’s bedding is notoriously luxurious, but their reserve collection is extra decadent. Available in a sheet or duvet set, the reserve collection feels like silk but is made from organic cotton and will feel noticeably softer the moment you climb into bed.

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Mill Falls at the Lake offers four distinct accommodation options: Church Landing, Bay Point, Chase House, and the Inn at Mill Falls. 

We stayed at Church Landing, an Adirondack-style inn boasting lake views in an elegant setting. 

The Location

Mill Falls at the Lake is set on the northwestern shores of Lake Winnipesaukee in Meredith, New Hampshire. The resort is within steps of charming downtown Meredith, as well as The Marketplace, Mill Falls’ lively outdoor mall featuring local restaurants and boutique shops. 

Looking for some outdoor adventure? Mill Falls at the Lake is just 15 minutes from Gunstock Mountain, which offers skiing, hiking, ziplining, a mountain coaster, and more.

Amenities

With an on-site activity center, EKAL, guests at Mill Falls at the Lake will never be bored. EKAL (lake spelled backward) offers a variety of ways to get out on the water, including pontoon boat charters, stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, and even aqua cycles—unique boats you can peddle on the water the same way you’d peddle a bike on land.

Back onshore, guests can rent bikes, play lawn games, roast s’mores, go on a guided hike, or take a yoga class. 

The Rooms

With four distinct properties to choose from, Mill Falls at the Lake has a variety of room types to suit any preference or group size.

Bay Point

This cozy inn offers 24 nautically-designed guestrooms, all featuring lake views. Some rooms feature balconies and whirlpool tubs, making them ideal for a romantic weekend.

Chase House

The newly renovated Chase House puts guests just steps from Meredith’s town village. All rooms offer lake views and fireplaces, making this hotel popular for fall and winter vacations. 

The Inn at Mill Falls

Housed in a restored nineteenth-century linen mill, the 54-room Inn at Mill Falls is the largest hotel in the group. Rooms are spacious, making them a good choice for families or groups. 

Church Landing

For the ultimate Lake Winnipesaukee vacation, you can’t beat one of the rooms on the lower level of Church Landing. These luxuriously spacious guestrooms offer walk-out access to the lake, along with private covered patios from which to admire the view. 

Dining

With a wide variety of dining options available on-property at Mill Falls, you won’t have to go far for a good meal. 

Camp

Kids (and adults looking for some comfort food) will love the nostalgic summer camp-style offerings at Camp. In addition to old classics like clam chowder and nachos, there are upgraded options like lobster corn dogs or bacon-wrapped jalapenos. 

Giuseppe’s Pizzeria & Ristorante

When you’re craving a good pizza, head to Giuseppe’s for the quintessential Italian restaurant experience, where gourmet pies and pasta are served atop red checkered tablecloths. 

Lago

Book a table at Lago for the right time of night, and you’ll be rewarded with a stunning sunset view at this elegant waterfront restaurant—the spacious patio is the place to be on warm summer nights.

Lakehouse Grille

Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the aptly-named Lakehouse Grille is set against the beautiful backdrop of Meredith Bay. If you’re visiting on a Sunday, stop by for the indulgent brunch buffet. 

Town Docks

Get in the beach vacation mindset with a frozen cocktail enjoyed on the sandy beach at Town Docks’ lively Tiki Bar. After a lobster dinner, grab homemade ice cream from the stand here.

Waterfall Cafe

The Waterfall Cafe’s 40-foot cascade provides a relaxing backdrop for a casual breakfast or lunch. 

Price and How to Book

Room rates start at around $180 and can be booked on SmarterTravel Hotels. 

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Editor’s Note: The author of this story was hosted by Mill Falls at the Lake

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Dream Butlers, Tschuggen Grand Hotel

While you’re enjoying a relaxing footbath and massage at the Tschuggen Grand Hotel, your Dream Butler is hard at work preparing your room with a special turndown service that sets the mood for rest. The room’s temperature, humidity, and lighting will be dialed into the perfect settings for slumber, and a scented candle, pillow spray, and bedtime book will be laid out.

The hotel partnered with the Hofklinik, a leading sleep center in Lucerne, to create this sleep program, which includes an easily digestible meal and a selection of teas containing ingredients known to help with rest. 

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The Art + Science of Sleep, Equinox Hotel

New York may be the city that never sleeps, but guests at the Equinox Hotel won’t have that problem. Rooms are specifically engineered to promote slumber and are equipped with a “quiet, dark, cool” setting you can activate at the touch of a button for perfect sleeping conditions. 

Even the beds are optimized for sleep, and if you fall in love with them, the hotel’s proprietary sleep system, from the mattress to the duvet, can be purchased to take home.

Truly tired travelers should book the Art + Science of Sleep program, a two-night stay that includes time on a spa wave table that claims to provide the equivalent of three hours of sleep in 30 minutes, two cryotherapy treatments, hot and cold pool plunges, food and beverages that naturally increase melatonin production, and in-room sleep-enhancing rituals. 

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Langham Sleep Matters By Chuan, Langham Hotels

“Sleep plays a vital role in a memorable travel experience for our guests. Helping our guests enjoy a good night’s sleep allows them to experience a more enjoyable vacation or higher productivity on a business trip,” says Michele Grosso, Managing Director at The Langham, Boston. That’s why all Langham hotels worldwide offer the Sleep Matters program, a program Grosso says is “designed to enhance the wellness of our guests while also giving them tools they can take home and continue to practice long after their stay.”

Created in partnership with Chuan spas, guests will receive sleep-inducing amenities, including tips on enhancing sleep quality, breathing exercises, and a calming pre-bed playlist.

Guests can also choose their perfect pillow from the Langham’s pillow menu—a soothing lavender-scented one is the most popular. 

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Rest & Recovery Suite, Hotel Figueroa

For guests who book the Rest & Recovery Suite at Hotel Figueroa, the experience starts before arrival when you can pre-order a customized pillow from Pluto Pillow designed to suit your sleeping preferences. 

Once you arrive, you’ll pop in the complimentary Bollsen earplugs and drift off to sleep in an Eight Sleep mattress, a smart mattress that automatically adjusts the temperature on both sides of the bed (so you and your partner won’t spend your trip fighting over the thermostat.)

Greet the day gradually, as the suite’s Loftie Lamp wakes you up naturally with a “personal sunrise” instead of a blaring alarm. 

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Sleep Program, Six Senses Ibiza 

Want to be well-rested even when you’re not on vacation? Guests who are serious about sleep can sign up for the Sleep Program at Six Senses Ibiza, designed to help establish a sustainable sleep routine that can be practiced at home. 

Choose from a three-, five-, or seven-night program, depending on how much time (and budget) you have to devote to sleep. Participants will wear a biometric tracker and have their sleep data analyzed by the on-site Sleep Doctor, who will then offer customized advice for sleeping better. 

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Royal Sleep Experience, Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa

Normally a day spent champagne-tasting doesn’t result in the best quality of sleep later that night, so leave some extra time to recover on your vacation in the Champagne region of France by booking the Royal Champagne Hotel’s Royal Sleep Experience. 

At the hotel’s Le Bellevue restaurant, participants will dine from a special sleep-enhancing menu paired with a “Sleeping Beauty” mocktail. Back in their room, a sleep kit with melatonin-based supplement drops, sleep spray, satin sleeping mask, and guided meditation sessions awaits.

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Hästens Sleep Spa, CBR Boutique Hotel

Hästens makes some of the most expensive mattresses in the world, with custom models costing over $500,000. The beds are made entirely by hand, using layers of horsehair, cotton wool, and flax hand-placed springs designed to mold to and cradle the user. 

The brand is so proud of its mattresses that it opened CBR Boutique Hotel, a fifteen-room hotel showcasing Hästens’ mattresses, pillows, linens, and bathrobes. It’s the only hotel in the world where you can experience the Hästens sleep system, so be warned—you may leave wanting the mattress for yourself as a very expensive souvenir. 

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The airport will still sell water in sustainably packaged alternatives, including recyclable aluminum or glass bottle containers. The ban applies to water sold at all restaurants, concessions, lounges, and vending machines but will not prohibit passengers from bringing their own plastic bottles into the airport. (Remember, the bottle must be empty to bring it through security.) 

Only non-carbonated, unflavored, or electrolyte-enhanced water is subject to the new policy—sparkling water, juices, sodas, and other beverages may still be sold in plastic bottles. 

“The climate crisis is a great challenge facing our city, and phasing out single-use plastic water bottles at Los Angeles World Airports facilities is an important step to reducing our environmental footprint and protecting the health and livelihood of all Angelenos,” said Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass in a statement.

Los Angeles isn’t the first airport to ban plastic water bottles—San Francisco Airport no longer allows sales of any beverages (including soda, teas, and juices) in plastic or aseptic paper packaging.
No matter where you’re flying, packing a refillable water bottle is a smart way to save money. Check out our list of the best filtered water bottles for your next trip.

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ETIAS is not a visa, but rather a visa waiver, and it will be mandatory for all visitors coming to the EU from countries that do not require a visa (including the United States.) The new regulations will apply to nationals of more than 50 countries outside of Europe’s Schengen Area. 

Travelers will have to apply online for ETIAS and need a valid passport, email address, and a debit or credit card to pay the  €7 application fee.

The application will ask for basic biographic information such as name, date of birth, and passport details, along with a series of health and security questions.

According to the ETIAS site, the application might include questions on:

• Drug use
• Terrorism
• Human trafficking
• Travel to conflict areas
• Criminal history
• Employment history
• Past European travel information
• Security information

Applications will be checked against a series of security databases such as INTERPOL, and are intended to improve border security. 

Additional documentation could be required to complete the ETIAS application and must be provided by the applicant within 96 hours. Once received, it could take up to four weeks to be approved or denied—so it will be important to apply for the permit well in advance of your trip.

However, a lengthy processing time is not anticipated to be the norm—according to ETIAS, “Most applications will be processed within minutes.” Once the application is approved, travelers will receive a confirmation message and travel authorization via email. If visitors fail to complete the ETIAS ahead of their trip, they could be denied entry to the EU.

The ETIAS visa waiver will be valid for unlimited entries over three years and can only be used for stays of a maximum of 90 days.

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A private tour company will consider your preferences, budget, and group size in order to custom-design the perfect trip for you.

Think private tours are only for ultra-wealthy travelers? You might be surprised by how affordable it can be. “People are often under the misconception that it costs a lot more to book your trip through a private tour company—it doesn’t,” says Laura Burdett-Munns, Managing Director, Journeysmiths. “We receive a commission from the various hotels and suppliers, which allow us to offer personalized advice, great levels of service, and consumer protection for around the same price as you would get booking each element yourself,” explains Burdett-Munns.

These are the five best private tour companies for custom trips. 

Journeysmiths

For over 30 years, family-owned and operated private tour company Journeysmiths has been arranging bespoke travel itineraries to destinations across the globe. If you want your trip to make a difference, Journeysmiths is the company for you. Working with partners who share Journeysmiths’ values of supporting conservation and community, travelers have the opportunity to participate in volunteer projects—or they can simply receive information about how their trip is making a difference in the destination (by patronizing local businesses or through the funding of charity projects).

Clients work with Journeysmiths’ team of travel designers (who have an average of 15 years of specialized experience in their destination) to create the perfect itinerary. Don’t know where to start? Journeysmiths’ website features a fun “inspire me” option, where you can see potential experiences and accommodations for categories such as “adventure,” “beaches,” or “family time.”

Sample Trip Experience: Camping on the ice in Antarctica. 

Ker & Downey Africa

Specializing in safaris in popular destinations across the continent, Ker & Downey Africa can help you plan all types of animal adventures, from bird-watching to gorilla tracking. The company has a network of local travel experts, known as LuxVenture Designers, who will work with you to create your dream trip.

Ker & Downey Africa partners with locally-owned lodges across Africa, hand-picking properties that are eco-friendly and community-focused (but still luxurious). 

Sample Trip Experience: Swimming with whale sharks in Mozambique. 

Abercrombie & Kent

“When was the last time you did something for the first time?” This is the response of Geoffrey Kent, founder and co-chairman of Abercrombie & Kent, when people ask him where to go next. With tours available on every continent, off-the-beaten-path trips that will impress even the most seasoned travelers can be arranged

Overwhelmed by creating your own custom itinerary? Abercrombie & Kent has a variety of ready-to-book private trips available to choose from in destinations including Croatia, Morocco, and Egypt. Don’t see anything you like? An Abercrombie & Kent consultant can create a tailor-made trip for your group to anywhere in the world.  

Sample Trip Experience: Learn how to make authentic Italian pizza from a professional pizzaiolo in Rome.

Black Tomato 

On a trip to Eastern Europe, Tom Marchant, one of the founders of Black Tomato, was offered the chance to try a black tomato, extolled by a local as a “rare and wonderful” tasting experience—and thus, the company’s name was born. 

Every trip is designed around creating these special “rare and wonderful” moments for travelers. Black Tomato’s tailor-made trips can be crafted to accommodate practically any activity anywhere in the world—”short of robbing the Louvre, we can—and will—organize anything,” boasts Black Tomato. 

Sample Trip Experience: Ski unnamed peaks in Lofoten, Norway.

Kensington Yacht

If your dream private trip takes place on the water, turn to Kensington Yacht, the sailing-specific sister company of Kensington Tours. Kensington will match you with the perfect private yacht or catamaran for your group size, and then stock it with water toys, a full-service crew, and a gourmet chef.

The company will also arrange a bespoke itinerary, including excursions and onboard surprises. At every port you wish to stop at, local guides will be ready to show you all the best secret spots. 

Sample Trip Experience: Dive at the archeological site of the sunken city of Baiae off the coast of Italy. 

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The fall and winter pass allows unlimited flights to wherever Frontier flies and is valid from September 2, 2023 through February 29, 2024. According to Frontier, the deal is available “while supplies last.”

So what’s the catch? Flyers must pay one cent in airfare per flight, along with any applicable taxes and fees. Bags (even carry-ons) are not included in the fares, so you’ll have to pay additional if you want to bring on more than a personal item. Seat selection and priority boarding will also cost extra. Passholders will not earn miles for flights booked using the pass.

The All-You-Can-Fly pass is not good for people who like to plan their trips in advance—it can only be redeemed to book flights the day before departure for domestic travel and 10 days or less before international flight departures. 

Flights are subject to blackout dates, which include the most popular travel days around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve.

Interested in the pass? Check Frontier’s route map to see where the airline flies from your home airport before committing. 

If you buy the pass, make sure you set a reminder to cancel at the end of the period, as the pass will automatically renew otherwise. 

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If a flight is delayed due to weather at your departure or arrival airport, trying to get on a new flight likely won’t work, especially if a ground stop has been issued (meaning no flights are allowed to take off or land.) 

However, if a flight is delayed due to a mechanical issue with an aircraft, crew shortage, or delay of incoming aircraft, you may want to try to swap to a different flight if you can. 

The compensation rules around delayed flights hinge on the reason for the delay. If a flight is delayed or canceled due to a “controllable issue,” an airline is generally required to compensate passengers by providing meal vouchers, hotel accommodations, or even refunds. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), “A controllable flight cancellation or delay is essentially a delay or cancellation caused by the airline. Examples include maintenance or crew problems; cabin cleaning; baggage loading; and fueling.”

Delays due to bad weather or unexpected mechanical issues are generally considered to be out of an airline’s control and, therefore, do not require reimbursement. 

To see what your airline is required to provide in the event of a controllable cancellation or delay, visit the DOT’s Airline Cancellation and Delays Dashboard.

How to Find Out the Reason for a Flight Delay

If you’re already at the airport when the delay is announced, a gate agent will usually be able to tell you why your flight is running late. Here are some other good ways to find out the reason for a flight delay.

Check Airport Alerts

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), has a webpage that shows “active airport events” like ground delays, ground stops, and delays in real-time.

This site will also show how long delays are likely to last along with other helpful information, including:

• The timeframe a ground stop/delay is issued for
• The probability a ground stop/delay would be extended
• What departure airports the ground stop/delay is relevant for
• The average length of delay

Track the Inbound Flight

If your flight is scheduled to take off at 3 pm and the aircraft is still on the ground in another city at 2:30 pm, it’s unlikely your flight will depart on time. Find out where your plane is by checking your flight on FlightAware. This site has an option for “track inbound plane” that will show you where your aircraft is coming from and the status of that flight. 

Check With the Airline

Although most airlines won’t show an explanation for a delayed flight on their website, some will offer the reason for the delay in their app. Calling the airline’s customer service number can also help you find out why your flight is delayed.

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“Hotel hiring continues to increase, and leisure and hospitality is the ‘rock star’ among industries reported in monthly U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics employment figures,” said Andrea Stokes, hospitality practice lead at J.D. Power. “This boost in hotel staffing is showing up in the form of high customer satisfaction scores. Staff service is now the highest-scoring factor in this study across all hotel segments from economy to luxury, underscoring the critical role that frontline staff play in defining the guest experience.”

The survey evaluated 102 hotel brands on six factors: communications and connectivity; food and beverage; guest room; hotel facility; staff service; and value for price.

Factors like hotel staff and value for the price paid were among the most important elements of a good stay for guests. Another unexpected key aspect of a hotel stay? The lobby. A good experience starts when a guest walks into a hotel, setting the tone for the stay. According to J.D. Power, luxury hotel guests prefer a hotel that is “modern and unique.” For upscale or upscale extended hotel stay hotels, guests want a lobby that is “welcoming and inviting.”

The Best Hotel Brands for Every Travel Type

Luxury: Waldorf Astoria
Upper Upscale: Hard Rock Hotels and Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts (tied)
Upscale: Cambria Hotels & Suites
Upscale Extended Stay: Hyatt House
Upper Midscale: Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Upper Midscale/Midscale Extended Stay: Home2 Suites by Hilton
Midscale: Tru by Hilton
Economy: Americas Best Value Inn and Microtel by Wyndham (tie)
Economy Extended Stay: WoodSpring Suites

Despite the high demand for summer travel, you can still expect great service at hotels this year. “Only a small portion of guests (14 percent) indicate they experienced a problem with the hotel during the stay,” Stokes tells SmarterTravel. “This tells us that, despite continued high consumer demand for hotel lodging, hotels are keeping up with that demand while providing a satisfying guest experience.”

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