Why Hotels Are Fantastic Accommodation

By Adriana Noton


When holidaying abroad, many people enjoy staying in hotels. This is because it is a cheap and convenient form of accommodation. There are plenty of different options.

If arriving on an aeroplane, there will usually be an option to be collected at the airport by a representative of the particular travel company and to be taken by coach to the hotel. It is likely that during this time the representative will explain the many features surrounding the resort and the area to make it easier for the holidaymakers to consider possible places to be visited, and to gage an idea of how close they are to the hotel.

There is often a board or a desk set up ready for the arrival of the holidaymakers that points out the various excursions or trips that can be taken. There are a lot of different types, such as walking trips to historic sites and ancient castles, or days out to theme parks and various water parks.

There may also be evening spots that have been pinpointed, such as restaurants or bars, most of which provide entertainment such as a band with live music, or just enjoyable ambience. Another choice is staying inside the hotel for the evening, with much entertainment being hosted within the premises. The beginning of this is often something for children, like the popular mini disco made up of songs and dance that are recognized internationally, and also usually some games that offer prizes like a small bag of sweets or a non-alcoholic cocktail.

After this it is likely that the evening will turn toward more adult but still family friendly entertainment, such as bingo or karaoke, which will last for a short period of time until the main show is ready to begin. There is often some diversity with the main shows, ranging from professional performances by outside dance troupes and show groups to re-enactments of popular musicals by the entertainment staff and shows involving participation of the audience.

At the end of the evening there is often general music played to midnight where those who wish to may dance or just enjoy the ambience. Those with young children may decide to end the evening here, although those who would rather continue to the early hours of the morning can sit at the hotel bar, which normally serves drinks for a further hour or so, or alternatively visit places outside of the hotel. This could be nightclubs and pub crawls, or just a midnight barbecue on the beach.

A club for children is normally available with staff members that are specially trained both to supervise and entertain. The daytime sessions tend to comprise of games and arts and crafts, where the evening sessions might be watching a film with popcorn. Sometimes there is the opportunity for parents to leave children at the club for a night, which will be enjoyed by children as a special sleepover, and parents can use the opportunity to spend the evening at an event for adults.

There are plenty of options of what to eat at hotels, as there is normally an expansive buffet for all three meals. However, many choose to take the half board option, meaning breakfast and another meal is eaten at the hotel, and the remaining meal can be eaten elsewhere. Snacks can also be bought throughout the day, or for an upgrade to full board or all inclusive they could be included within the price of the holiday.




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