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Hilton in Hawaii, A Childhood Memory

February 2, 2017

The hotel experience is leaving more lasting memories thanks to the convenience and cost-effectiveness of a daycation with flexible booking hotels. I was 10 years old, on my first family vacation to Hawaii. We had been to Baja California before, but the accommodations were only memorable for the giant scorpion I encountered in a roadside…
The New Wave (Story): Booking Flexible Hotels with Technological Instantaneity (Part 2)

February 2, 2017

This is Part Two of one world traveler exemplifying how the convenience of booking flexible hotels can help save the day! Hotel flexibility keeps paradise hassle-free. If one disdains mimosa, jasmine, healing solar rays, a cerulean blue sea, and fields of lavender, something has died within them. I tested traveling tech in 2005, to surprising…
The New Wave (Story): Booking Flexible Hotels with Technological Instantaneity

January 31, 2017

Today, humans no longer accept anything but booking flexible. Whether that means booking flexible time bands for hotel day stays or flights that offer discounted prices with flexible dates, the consumer traveler is no longer a puppet to inflexible bookings. Hoteliers have to choose to adapt with flexible booking or die. At university, I learned…
Front Desk Guidelines For DayStay Bookings

January 13, 2017

HotelsByDay sells your unused daytime inventory to business and leisure travelers. Here’s a Front Desk Guideline on how HotelsByDay bookings are made: Booking and Check-In Guidelines – Front Desk 1. Bookings are made on the HBD extranet, and communicated to the hotel via multiple Emails/Fax. 2. HotelsByDay bookings will not show up on the PMS.…
Travel Diary: The Effervescent Everglades

December 31, 2016

One of Florida’s best features is the Everglades, and I have been lucky enough to experience their beauty on more than one occasion. I’ve been walking, air boating, and today I went hiking there for the first time. I’m a pretty avid hiker, and I’m lucky because Ethan is too. We climbed Vermont’s second largest…
Travel Diary: Everything is Beachin’

December 28, 2016

If you followed along yesterday, welcome back. If you’re new, welcome to HotelsByDay’s newest blog feature: Travel Diary. This week I’ll be exploring the beautiful Marco Island. I’ve only been here two days, and have fallen in love with the island. It is definitely a place you need to get to at some point! My…
Travel Diary: Something’s Fishy on Marco Island

December 28, 2016

This past year has brought a lot of changes to HotelsByDay, and we wanted to reflect those changes in our blogging. Sure we are still your top tier provider of daystays and hourly hotels, but this year we became something more. We added a more personal touch to our blog with stories, interviews, and hey…
7 Non-Awkward Ways to Get a Date While Traveling Alone

December 22, 2016

Traveling alone can be a life-changing experience, but it can also be incredibly lonely. Whether you’re on a business trip or just getting away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life during your daycation with HotelsByDay, it wouldn’t hurt to have a date especially as the weather is getting colder. Some may ask why…
How To Celebrate The Holidays In New York With FlexBook

December 22, 2016

Whether it’s your first visit to New York City or you are a seasoned visitor, finding a hotel is one of the most important aspects of planning your trip. With options that include overnight, half-day and quick nap hotels, finding a rental that suits your next vacation is easy with FlexBook. Last-Minute Reservations If you…

Enjoy A Whisky Tasting By Day in New York City

November 27, 2017

The perfect start of the holiday pairing: A Whisky Tasting By Day! Join us for a whisky tasting on December 8, from 12:00 until 4:00 pm in the penthouse of the stunning Hotel Shoreham in New York City. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society will be offering their finest single cask scotches while providing insights into…
Three of the World’s Most Decadent Brunch Destinations

November 15, 2017

Brunch is a great way to enjoy some tasty food with a close friend or family member. A wide variety of restaurants and cafes around the globe are going all in with their brunch menus. And they are serving up mouth watering food in fancy atmospheres. Keep reading for some of the most beautiful and…
Visit These Three Great American Cities For Veterans Day

November 5, 2017

Veterans Day is one of the most well-known holidays across the country. The history behind Veterans Day starts with World War One. An armistice was declared in 1918 on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month for the global conflict that came to be known as ‘the Great War.” President Woodrow…
The Best Accessories & Gadgets For Daycation Adventures

October 19, 2017

True travelers know they have to pack with precision. Space in a car can quickly run out, and airline fees for checked bags continue to balloon every year. It can be very difficult to decide what to take on a vacation, especially if you don’t have a lot of space to spare. If you’re planning…
Must Visit Midwest Fall Fun Daycation Road Trips

October 17, 2017

The American Midwest consists of a collection of four season states. Experiencing the temperature changes of the winter, spring, summer, and fall, the Midwest is a great place to take in the beautiful outdoors. As the temperatures get colder and the days get shorter, the leaves fall off the trees in preparation for the winter…
Fall into Fun: Pumpkinlicious Daycation by the Bay

October 12, 2017

Pleasant morning, cool air, colored leaves, crisp wind and a novel sense of enthusiasm all point to the wonderful season of fall. When orange dominates over the other colors and pumpkin makes a grand entry, it is time to make the most of this radiant feeling. With new crops in fields and freshness in the…

Enjoy A Whisky Tasting By Day in New York City

November 27, 2017

The perfect start of the holiday pairing: A Whisky Tasting By Day! Join us for a whisky tasting on December 8, from 12:00 until 4:00 pm in the penthouse of the stunning Hotel Shoreham in New York City. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society will be offering their finest single cask scotches while providing insights into…
Three of the World’s Most Decadent Brunch Destinations

November 15, 2017

Brunch is a great way to enjoy some tasty food with a close friend or family member. A wide variety of restaurants and cafes around the globe are going all in with their brunch menus. And they are serving up mouth watering food in fancy atmospheres. Keep reading for some of the most beautiful and…
Visit These Three Great American Cities For Veterans Day

November 5, 2017

Veterans Day is one of the most well-known holidays across the country. The history behind Veterans Day starts with World War One. An armistice was declared in 1918 on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month for the global conflict that came to be known as ‘the Great War.” President Woodrow…
The Best Accessories & Gadgets For Daycation Adventures

October 19, 2017

True travelers know they have to pack with precision. Space in a car can quickly run out, and airline fees for checked bags continue to balloon every year. It can be very difficult to decide what to take on a vacation, especially if you don’t have a lot of space to spare. If you’re planning…
Must Visit Midwest Fall Fun Daycation Road Trips

October 17, 2017

The American Midwest consists of a collection of four season states. Experiencing the temperature changes of the winter, spring, summer, and fall, the Midwest is a great place to take in the beautiful outdoors. As the temperatures get colder and the days get shorter, the leaves fall off the trees in preparation for the winter…
Fall into Fun: Pumpkinlicious Daycation by the Bay

October 12, 2017

Pleasant morning, cool air, colored leaves, crisp wind and a novel sense of enthusiasm all point to the wonderful season of fall. When orange dominates over the other colors and pumpkin makes a grand entry, it is time to make the most of this radiant feeling. With new crops in fields and freshness in the…