5-star Hotel experience in one star hotel in 2013-14
This is my second article on enjoying summer vacation and save money. Summer is vacation time for all people in North America. But high cost of lodging discourages many. I find this article very useful for all travelers who want to enjoy their vacation but they do not have extra money to stay in 5-star hotels.
Hunting for inexpensive travel accommodations is getting easier with the trendy pod-style, micro-tiny hotels popping up in popular destination cities, as well as options of living in someone’s home from sites like AirBNB.com.But not all places have the comforts of a 5-star hotel; truth be told, most would get between one to three stars. But shared bathrooms, living in a stranger’s home and summer dorm rentals are a common and inexpensive way to see the world.
Here are a few travel companions to pack if adventuring out to stay at alternative accommodations. They’re guaranteed to help turn a one-star room into a five-star hotel experience.
If you buy this stuff you will change your budget hotel to top star hotels:
What you need for Your sleeping and bed comfort
Seasons Standard Flannel Pillowcases, $25/set, BedBathAndBeyond.ca
Make the bed feel like home and bring your pillow case; a great idea for those with skin sensitive to certain fabric types or detergents. Bonus: it becomes your dirty laundry bag at the end of the trip.
Pakmat Airbed, $125, found at target.com
Never sure of a comfortable mattress? For minimal space and weight, bring your own mattress; layer it on top of your existing bed or on the floor. Its also a great way to fit extra guests in your room, saving more money.
What you need for Your safety and security
Swann Door Wedge Stop Alarm, $13, CanadianTire.com
Keep one of these in the bottom of your luggage; if feeling iffy about your security then pop it under the door while in your room.
Bluetooth Location Tracker, $50/ 2 buttons, Brookstone.com
Stick a Bluetooth button inside luggage or attach to valuables and let your wireless device keep track of their travels. Stick-N-Find
What you need change stale hotel air to fresh and healthy
Buy Air-O-Swiss Ultrasonic Travel Humidifier, $70. TheBay.com
Add a small bottle of water and rid any room of dry air.
Buy Escents Aromatherapy Hanging Tiny Diffuser, $17, Amazon.ca
Create a relaxing scent in your room, no matter where you might travel.
Eye Mask with Earplugs, $8, Samsonite.ca
Try Block out the lights of Broadway and the unfamiliar city sounds.
Whay you need for your living style
Jetpack Compressible Packing Shelf, $40, HEYS.ca
Keep your clothes organized to pack in your luggage, then on display when you arrive.
First-Class Folding Travel Iron and Steamer, $50, Rowenta.ca
Freshen up your clothes with steam or quickly iron out the wrinkles
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How practically relish 5-star Hotel experience in one star hotel (save a lot of money)
