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[Iris]

Hi all, I have been over the top busy this August.
My son coming to visit, having just graduated from US Navy nuclear engineering school in Charleston, and business booming.
I found this little commentary in my little local paper and I think you might want to read it
http://www.jimhightower.com/node/8603#.VeHLIPlViko
It will be well worth your time...
See you soon, when things slow down

 

[Breakfast Diva]

Interesting article, but I do think that the general traveling public will fall for the "fake" independent lodging and not know and even worse, not care that they are owned by the mega-corporations. The majority of travelers are looking for a clean, well appointed room and don't care about the other aspects of the hotel. That's why we b&bs have such a small share of the market. Fortunately, there are many who prefer what we offer, but in reality, the majority of travelers couldn't care less.

 

[Iris]

Interesting article, but I do think that the general traveling public will fall for the "fake" independent lodging and not know and even worse, not care that they are owned by the mega-corporations. The majority of travelers are looking for a clean, well appointed room and don't care about the other aspects of the hotel. That's why we b&bs have such a small share of the market. Fortunately, there are many who prefer what we offer, but in reality, the majority of travelers couldn't care less..

I agree and that is fine with me. I don't want anyone staying with us that doesn't like what we offer. It is a state of mind

 

[Flower]

Interesting article, but I do think that the general traveling public will fall for the "fake" independent lodging and not know and even worse, not care that they are owned by the mega-corporations. The majority of travelers are looking for a clean, well appointed room and don't care about the other aspects of the hotel. That's why we b&bs have such a small share of the market. Fortunately, there are many who prefer what we offer, but in reality, the majority of travelers couldn't care less..

I agree and that is fine with me. I don't want anyone staying with us that doesn't like what we offer. It is a state of mind
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yes I agree a state of mind set and hows the pockets? Are they lined with gold. Cause you are going to need it . cauz staying in hotels with all they have to offer :Money going out of your pockets into hotels mark ups. Called profit...
Do you see what is wrong Joe public.????
Staying at B&Bs are so worth it. And the breakfasts are worth even more. And it comes with the price of a room. WoW what a deal !

 

[JimBoone]

Interesting article, but I do think that the general traveling public will fall for the "fake" independent lodging and not know and even worse, not care that they are owned by the mega-corporations. The majority of travelers are looking for a clean, well appointed room and don't care about the other aspects of the hotel. That's why we b&bs have such a small share of the market. Fortunately, there are many who prefer what we offer, but in reality, the majority of travelers couldn't care less..

A fancy hotel is not my cup of tea, except for childhood when a big hotel was the only choice or a long ago business conference I don't visit that type of facility, just not my style.
My one stay at a B&B was wonderful and I'd love to visit them again, but on my limited travels I don't usually plan ahead well enough to be a guest at a B&B. I'm generally a "drop in" guest, I know my final destination, but have not planned my exact route and I drive till I'm tired, I just lucked in to the one B&B that I visited, I fear most here would consider me an inconvenience.

 

[Morticia]

Interesting article, but I do think that the general traveling public will fall for the "fake" independent lodging and not know and even worse, not care that they are owned by the mega-corporations. The majority of travelers are looking for a clean, well appointed room and don't care about the other aspects of the hotel. That's why we b&bs have such a small share of the market. Fortunately, there are many who prefer what we offer, but in reality, the majority of travelers couldn't care less..

A fancy hotel is not my cup of tea, except for childhood when a big hotel was the only choice or a long ago business conference I don't visit that type of facility, just not my style.
My one stay at a B&B was wonderful and I'd love to visit them again, but on my limited travels I don't usually plan ahead well enough to be a guest at a B&B. I'm generally a "drop in" guest, I know my final destination, but have not planned my exact route and I drive till I'm tired, I just lucked in to the one B&B that I visited, I fear most here would consider me an inconvenience.
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I'm generally a "drop in" guest, I know my final destination, but have not planned my exact route and I drive till I'm tired, I just lucked in to the one B&B that I visited, I fear most here would consider me an inconvenience.

We have a long time guest who is a drop in. Altho, she got skunked enough times that she now calls 2 days out. First time she showed up at 9 PM on our watch she said, 'Who are YOU???' It's been wonderful ever since.
One year she stayed on 17 separate occasions.

 

[JimBoone]

Interesting article, but I do think that the general traveling public will fall for the "fake" independent lodging and not know and even worse, not care that they are owned by the mega-corporations. The majority of travelers are looking for a clean, well appointed room and don't care about the other aspects of the hotel. That's why we b&bs have such a small share of the market. Fortunately, there are many who prefer what we offer, but in reality, the majority of travelers couldn't care less..

A fancy hotel is not my cup of tea, except for childhood when a big hotel was the only choice or a long ago business conference I don't visit that type of facility, just not my style.
My one stay at a B&B was wonderful and I'd love to visit them again, but on my limited travels I don't usually plan ahead well enough to be a guest at a B&B. I'm generally a "drop in" guest, I know my final destination, but have not planned my exact route and I drive till I'm tired, I just lucked in to the one B&B that I visited, I fear most here would consider me an inconvenience.
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I'm generally a "drop in" guest, I know my final destination, but have not planned my exact route and I drive till I'm tired, I just lucked in to the one B&B that I visited, I fear most here would consider me an inconvenience.

We have a long time guest who is a drop in. Altho, she got skunked enough times that she now calls 2 days out. First time she showed up at 9 PM on our watch she said, 'Who are YOU???' It's been wonderful ever since.
One year she stayed on 17 separate occasions.
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That does happen, had to turn away Maxine's cousin one time when he just dropped in without warning when all rooms were full for the night.
If I were fortunate enough to be able to return to the B&B we visited a few years back I would most certainly call ahead as it would be my destination, but the time and location of a stopover between here and there would likely be by chance although having made the trip once I would have a better idea of a possible stopover.

 

[Anon Inn]

Interesting article, but I do think that the general traveling public will fall for the "fake" independent lodging and not know and even worse, not care that they are owned by the mega-corporations. The majority of travelers are looking for a clean, well appointed room and don't care about the other aspects of the hotel. That's why we b&bs have such a small share of the market. Fortunately, there are many who prefer what we offer, but in reality, the majority of travelers couldn't care less..

A fancy hotel is not my cup of tea, except for childhood when a big hotel was the only choice or a long ago business conference I don't visit that type of facility, just not my style.
My one stay at a B&B was wonderful and I'd love to visit them again, but on my limited travels I don't usually plan ahead well enough to be a guest at a B&B. I'm generally a "drop in" guest, I know my final destination, but have not planned my exact route and I drive till I'm tired, I just lucked in to the one B&B that I visited, I fear most here would consider me an inconvenience.
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I'm generally a "drop in" guest, I know my final destination, but have not planned my exact route and I drive till I'm tired, I just lucked in to the one B&B that I visited, I fear most here would consider me an inconvenience.

We have a long time guest who is a drop in. Altho, she got skunked enough times that she now calls 2 days out. First time she showed up at 9 PM on our watch she said, 'Who are YOU???' It's been wonderful ever since.
One year she stayed on 17 separate occasions.
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That does happen, had to turn away Maxine's cousin one time when he just dropped in without warning when all rooms were full for the night.
If I were fortunate enough to be able to return to the B&B we visited a few years back I would most certainly call ahead as it would be my destination, but the time and location of a stopover between here and there would likely be by chance although having made the trip once I would have a better idea of a possible stopover.
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Jim - We're kind of in your camp. DH likes to just go and land wherever. We're off on a road trip in the not distant future and I'd like to stay in at least one, maybe more, B&Bs. The better their reputation, the more it is wise to plan in advance, I'm going to try to compromise on a few 'hard dates' with advance reservations and leave the rest to chance. And, yep, I'm the trip planner.

 

[Breakfast Diva]

Interesting article, but I do think that the general traveling public will fall for the "fake" independent lodging and not know and even worse, not care that they are owned by the mega-corporations. The majority of travelers are looking for a clean, well appointed room and don't care about the other aspects of the hotel. That's why we b&bs have such a small share of the market. Fortunately, there are many who prefer what we offer, but in reality, the majority of travelers couldn't care less..

A fancy hotel is not my cup of tea, except for childhood when a big hotel was the only choice or a long ago business conference I don't visit that type of facility, just not my style.
My one stay at a B&B was wonderful and I'd love to visit them again, but on my limited travels I don't usually plan ahead well enough to be a guest at a B&B. I'm generally a "drop in" guest, I know my final destination, but have not planned my exact route and I drive till I'm tired, I just lucked in to the one B&B that I visited, I fear most here would consider me an inconvenience.
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I'm generally a "drop in" guest, I know my final destination, but have not planned my exact route and I drive till I'm tired, I just lucked in to the one B&B that I visited, I fear most here would consider me an inconvenience.

We have a long time guest who is a drop in. Altho, she got skunked enough times that she now calls 2 days out. First time she showed up at 9 PM on our watch she said, 'Who are YOU???' It's been wonderful ever since.
One year she stayed on 17 separate occasions.
.

That does happen, had to turn away Maxine's cousin one time when he just dropped in without warning when all rooms were full for the night.
If I were fortunate enough to be able to return to the B&B we visited a few years back I would most certainly call ahead as it would be my destination, but the time and location of a stopover between here and there would likely be by chance although having made the trip once I would have a better idea of a possible stopover.
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Jim - We're kind of in your camp. DH likes to just go and land wherever. We're off on a road trip in the not distant future and I'd like to stay in at least one, maybe more, B&Bs. The better their reputation, the more it is wise to plan in advance, I'm going to try to compromise on a few 'hard dates' with advance reservations and leave the rest to chance. And, yep, I'm the trip planner.
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I usually do solid bookings for 'anchor' points. 1st night, last night, and depending on how long the trip is, a couple in the middle. That keeps us on track for the distances we need to travel. If I were going in a popular season, I'd book every night.

 

[Lea Ann]

Congrats on your son graduating nuke school, I hear it's pretty tough!

 

[kari]

Interesting article, but I do think that the general traveling public will fall for the "fake" independent lodging and not know and even worse, not care that they are owned by the mega-corporations. The majority of travelers are looking for a clean, well appointed room and don't care about the other aspects of the hotel. That's why we b&bs have such a small share of the market. Fortunately, there are many who prefer what we offer, but in reality, the majority of travelers couldn't care less..

A fancy hotel is not my cup of tea, except for childhood when a big hotel was the only choice or a long ago business conference I don't visit that type of facility, just not my style.
My one stay at a B&B was wonderful and I'd love to visit them again, but on my limited travels I don't usually plan ahead well enough to be a guest at a B&B. I'm generally a "drop in" guest, I know my final destination, but have not planned my exact route and I drive till I'm tired, I just lucked in to the one B&B that I visited, I fear most here would consider me an inconvenience.
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Jim, that's why when I travel (I'm an Innsitter), I don't stay at B&B's often.
I arrive late and leave early - not exactly an innkeeper's dream guest.

 

[Anon Inn]

Interesting article, but I do think that the general traveling public will fall for the "fake" independent lodging and not know and even worse, not care that they are owned by the mega-corporations. The majority of travelers are looking for a clean, well appointed room and don't care about the other aspects of the hotel. That's why we b&bs have such a small share of the market. Fortunately, there are many who prefer what we offer, but in reality, the majority of travelers couldn't care less..

A fancy hotel is not my cup of tea, except for childhood when a big hotel was the only choice or a long ago business conference I don't visit that type of facility, just not my style.
My one stay at a B&B was wonderful and I'd love to visit them again, but on my limited travels I don't usually plan ahead well enough to be a guest at a B&B. I'm generally a "drop in" guest, I know my final destination, but have not planned my exact route and I drive till I'm tired, I just lucked in to the one B&B that I visited, I fear most here would consider me an inconvenience.
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Jim, that's why when I travel (I'm an Innsitter), I don't stay at B&B's often.
I arrive late and leave early - not exactly an innkeeper's dream guest.
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You are DH's favorite kind of guest!