Change observed in tourist industry
Monday 5th April 2010
In recent times we have sadly become accustomed to airlines levying so many additional charges. Now it seems many hotels may be following suit.
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According to TravelMole.com, the online community for the travel and tourism industry, many more hotels will be including a charge for the services they offer, such as storing your luggage after checkout, increased room service charges and stricter penalties for cancellations, early checkouts and late check-ins. Hotels are also increasing their charges for providing business services such as the receiving of a fax as they are struggling to replace lost revenues as guests are becoming more Internet savvy.
Bjorn Hanson, an associate professor at New York University Tisch Center has stated, "Despite a forecast for a continued decline in hotel rates in 2010, hoteliers will become more aggressive in collecting fees and surcharges this year."
Hanson further advised that not only would charges vary from one hotel to another, but charges within the same hotel chain could differ too. For example, what might be complimentary at one hotel might be chargeable at another within the same group. This uncertainty may well result in travellers feeling they have to be extra cautious before using a service to avoid excess charges.
Although business customers can often negotiate corporate rates including Internet access, business services and breakfast, that option isn't available to most hotel customers who are at the mercy of the local charges.
However, if you purchase Timeshare accommodation you will know all the costs involved and therefore won't be faced with unexpected hidden charges.
Your resort is likely to have a range of services, all which are clearly defined and you will know exactly how much your stay will cost.
Furthermore, the cost of a Timeshare, including any maintenance fees, will be significantly less than the cost of a decent hotel yet is likely to provide superior accommodation and a much higher quality experience.
A Timeshare today is an excellent investment as over the lifetime of your Timeshare you are likely to save a significant amount of money compared to staying in hotels.
