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Hospitality
Hotels, hosts, and guest experiences reviewed with total seriousness.
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Hospitality stories
Off-Season Caretaker Raises Concerns Over Isolated Winter Working Arrangement
A seasonal caretaker engaged to maintain a remote mountain hotel over winter says the role has been good for his work, while relatives and emergency responders describe a deteriorating domestic situation on the premises.
Hotel Owner Asked Not To Mention War Immediately Mentions War
A hotel manager recovering from a recent head injury insists breakfast service for a group of German guests was handled with professionalism, despite an impromptu march, a series of military impressions, and at least one crying guest.
Reception Review Notes Occasion Failed To Meet Several Guests' Expectations
An events correspondent reviews a recent wedding reception that several attendees say fell short on hospitality, atmosphere and the basic expectation of being able to leave at the end of the evening.
Venue Reports Overnight Accounting Discrepancy Following Contractor Logistics Operation
A hospitality and gaming venue has confirmed a substantial overnight shortfall in its cash-handling figures, which management has linked to a coordinated team of outside contractors who attended the premises on a single evening.
Passengers Report Accommodation Issues After Diversion To Remote Location
Survivors of a long-haul flight that ended at an unscheduled island stop say the accommodation fell short of expectations, citing limited shelter, no onward transport and persistent disturbances from the surrounding area.
Jungle Camp Guests Report Meagre Catering And Unusual Tasting Trials
Guests at a remote jungle resort have rated the all-inclusive catering poorly, citing minimal rations of rice and beans, a sleeping arrangement open to the elements, and an optional tasting menu they describe as the worst part of the stay.
Guests Rate Mud-Bound Rural Camping Experience Highlight Of The Year
A large rural camping break offering extensive mud, prolonged queueing and intermittent welfare provision has once again been rated by attendees as the single best thing to happen to them all year.
Guest Reports Ample Vacancies At Coastal Hotel But No Means Of Departure
A motorist who stopped overnight at an isolated coastal property says the establishment confirmed it had rooms available, then proved unable to explain how a guest is supposed to leave once admitted.