• Introduction
• The Bed, Not Just a Piece of Furniture
• Let's Raid the Minibar!
• Bathing is an Experience
• In-Room Entertainment: More Than TV
• Not to Forget the Freebies • Conclusion
Ah, hotels! That alternate universe where beds are fluffier, towels are whiter, and the simple act of switching a light on feels like a gesture of regal magnificence. Welcome to the world where 'Do Not Disturb' signs are powerful shields against reality, and the pillows are more understanding of your needs than your psychotherapist. But what makes these hospitality havens stand out like a peacock at a pigeon party? You've guessed it—hotel amenities. These little luxuries are the unsung heroes of our staycations and escapades, the behind-the-scenes maestros orchestrating our comfort and excess. And why, pray tell, would anyone care about them? Patience, young grasshopper, for these amenities set the high-rollers apart from the motel-goers. They're not just conveniences—they are your bragging rights on social media and the silent caretakers tucking you in at night. Now, brace yourself as we dive headfirst into the cushy, plush heart of the hotel experience. You're not dreaming—this is just the appetizer in the feast of lavish hotel living we're about to savor. No yawns allowed; we're just getting started!
Ah, the bed - quite possibly the most important piece of furniture in any hotel room, unless, of course, your idea of a vacation is sleeping on the floor. Now, you might be thinking, "it's just a bed, how special can it really be?" But you, my dear reader, are in for a treat! For starters, let's talk about those heavenly beds. You know, the ones that cleverly encourage you to abandon your long-planned itinerary because staying in bed seems like the better idea. These beds aren’t just made for sleeping, they’re designed to elevate your entire vacation experience. Think plush mattresses, luxurious linens, and, oh, the softest, fluffiest pillows one can imagine! But don't worry about getting attached, the hotel totally understands your desire to steal...*cough*...I mean, buy these heavenly beddings from their gift shop. Now, what is a dream bed without signature bed accessories, right? Imagine snuggling under a warm, fluffy duvet with a hot water bottle to keep your tootsies toasty - a first-class ticket to Snoozeville, please and thank you. And if that's not enough to woo you, how about personalized, hotel-branded pillowcases, or a soft, cuddly teddy bear to sweeten those sugar dreams? Say goodbye to counting sheep, hotels' signature bed accessories make drifting into dreamland a truly luxurious experience. So, next time you find yourself in a hotel room, admire the art, raid the minibar but never, ever, underestimate the wonders of a perfect hotel bed. After all, sleeping in style might just be the highlight of your trip.
Ah, the minibar, that mysterious little treasure chest just waiting to be unlocked. What shockingly delightful surprises hide behind its minuscule door? Let's find out, shall we? You might think a minibar is simply filled with overpriced peanuts and teeny-tiny liquor bottles, but oh, we're living in a world far beyond those cliches, my friend. Hotels have truly outdone themselves by stocking their minibars with a veritable cornucopia of unexpected delights. And yes, you guessed it, there's more to life than alcohol and salty snacks – we’re talking artisanal coffee, decadent desserts, handmade toys (for the kiddos, of course), and even designer sleep masks. Picture this: It's 2 AM and you're famished like never before, but too cozy in your fancy robe to venture out into the wild world of hotel dining. Fear not! The minibar has got your back, coming in clutch with its gourmet snack selection. Some hotels have even teamed up with renowned chefs to bring you exclusive treats you won't find anywhere else. But wait, there's more! The minibar has evolved into a vessel for curiosity and intrigue. After satisfying your hunger with delicious morsels, you may stumble upon some truly unexpected finds – designer playing cards, custom-made jigsaw puzzles, or even a tiny cocktail shaker for those mixologist dreams that never quite materialized. The minibar has got you covered with just the right amount of quirky entertainment for a night in pure hotel bliss. So, next time you're enjoying a luxurious stay and that tiny, inconspicuous door calls out to you, take the plunge! After all, you never know what bit of magic you might discover inside.
Luxurious bathing!? Who would've thought! Guess what, hotels have taken it up a notch (or a gazillion) by providing an escape from the boring ol' soapy routine. Oh, the fancy schmancy stuff you'll find in hotel bathrooms! Let's dive in (pun intended). For starters, luxury toiletries are practically a given. Feast your eyes (and noses) on those designer-brand soaps, shampoos, and lotions, all packed with secret ingredients to make you feel like royalty. Say goodbye to thrifty and hello to lavish – thank you, fancy hotels, for upping our cleanliness game. And what lies beyond the lotions and potions, you ask? Unique bathing extras that defy the norms: soothing bath salts for a refreshing soak, loofahs that caress your body into lathered bliss, ultra-soft robes that hug you like the warm embrace of your grandma, and slippers to do a happy dance pre/post-bathing. If you're lucky, you may even stumble upon a hotel that caters to eco-friendly trends, boasting cruelty-free, sustainably packaged products for guilt-free indulgence. Hoteliers know more than anyone that bathing is *sooo* much more than just washing. It's an experience – one that leaves you refreshed, rejuvenated, and just a teensy bit more fab than before. Who needs a spa when you have all this deliciousness just a bubble bath away? So, my dear cleanliness connoisseurs, grip that rubber ducky with pride and bask in the marvelous world of luxury hotel bathing experiences!
Alright, hang on dear reader, we’ve talked about cozy beds and the hidden treasures, aka snacks, in the minibar and you’re still here! High five for that! See, I knew we’d make great pals. Now let's teleport into the glitzy universe of 'In-Room Entertainment'. Remember the good old box that used to murmur 'I Love Lucy' while you munched away on popcorn? Well, the hotel TV has gotten a serious upgrade. Nowadays, TVs in top hotels are more like an aesthetic-loving tech freak's wet dream. No more random flipping through the channels - welcome to hell-yeah-I-want-to-watch-that streaming services. Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu – they’ve got it all. Honestly, I fear you just might forget you have a city to explore outside your fancy room! But hold on, it's not just all Netflix and chill. Picture this: You’ve returned from a long day, your feet are crying from the pain of your heels. What would be a better treat than a retro comic book lying on the side table? Or an antique-style gramophone playing soothing tunes? Yeah, you read it right, these hotels are seriously nailing this 'get-them-hooked' game. Well, as the age-old sage wisdom puts it, sometimes, offline is the new luxury! And these hotels, my friend, have embraced this to the T. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I've got a date with a crossword. Next stop - complimentary services and freebies. Trust me; you don’t want to miss it! Let’s go, partner!
Speaking of freebies (cue dreamy sigh), hotels do love to shower guests with a cascade of complimentary stuff. Now, we're not just crowing about the 'smuggle-able' mini soaps and shampoos. We mean solid gold services, like a 'welcome cocktail' (Talk about an elixir of hospitality!) or a warm cookie on arrival, because nothing says 'feel like home' like a biscuit that burns your tongue. The real fun is when hotels start running out of normal things to 'freemise' and turn, instead, to the thrillingly odd. We're talking about free heritage tours, cooking classes, yoga sessions, or even offering personal chauffeurs to glide you through the city. So, it’s always worth rummaging around your room and reception because you never know when a wild wine-tasting session will appear. So, remember, just like childhood, the best things in life (or shall we say, hotels) are free. Or at least, they're included in your room price. Now aren't these hotel bytes a delight! Let's move on, shall we?
So, let's give final goodbyes to the regular hotel stays, shall we? It’s high time you become adept at this delicate art of savouring the hotel amenities, as your next check-in is around the corner. A bit of wisdom? Life is too short for bad coffee, terrible toiletries, and an uncomfortably stiff mattress. So, let's agree, forever, to only choose hotels that pamper our senses and serve us like royals! A hotel is no less than a lover; choose wisely! And remember, the proof of the pudding is in the eating...or in this case, sleeping, bathing, eating, and vegging out. Curate your own "suite" symphony... till next time, happy hotel hopping!
• Introduction • The Entertaining Life of a Housekeeper • Hospitality: An Art or a Science? • Techniques to Train the Housekeeping Maverick Within • Quirky Daily Routines of Hotel Housekeepers Around the World • Conclusion
Welcome, brave souls who dared to choose hospitality as a career! First things first, kindly pat yourself on the back for opting into an industry where cleanliness is next to godliness. No seriously, stand up and show yourself some love. Because not everyone can handle the daily adventures of hotel housekeeping. Now, sit back and let me share a funny story that explains why hotels are wayyy more than just about beds. Once upon a time, at the fiftieth floor of a fancy hotel in Paris, two guests had the time of their lives when they found out that the bathtub doubled as an Olympic-size swimming pool. What's that? You've never dreamt of swimming with a rubber duck while sipping champagne? That's just hotel creativity at its finest! You're not in a hotel if you don't experience at least one mind-blowing quirk. Stories like these aren't unique, folks. They just prove that hotels provide more than a place to rest your head (although we do LOVE our triple sheeted, goose feathered pillows, "I'm looking at you, fancy hotel from Paris"). Speaking of which, have you ever wondered how people can even go through multiple clean sheets every day without feeling rather royal? But hey, as a hotel housekeeper, you're the one making royalty happen, each and every day. So sparkle on, you fabulous (and essential) housekeepers! Stay tuned as we progress from this amusing introduction into the wild world of hotel housekeeping training. Get ready to explore the passion, the art, and the oh-so fascinating lives of the unsung heroes of hospitality. Let's dive deep into the bed sheets and bath mats of this enchanting realm, shall we?
Welcome to the theatrical world of housekeeping, where you're no ordinary 'housekeeper'. You, my friend, are a Room Fairy – sprinkling clean sheets and fresh towels like fairy dust, and leaving behind a magical ambiance of pristine tidiness. Do you detect jest in my tone? I assure you, this role is as entertaining as it is rewarding. Cast your mind back to yesterday... Remember that incident with the missing towel? Ah yes, The Housekeeping Chronicles would make a fabulous soap opera! Plot twist – the guest didn’t steal it, it was the dog.’ A laughable situation now, but stressful at the time, huh? Indeed! You're in this interactive stage play of cleanliness, where you slip unseen into rooms, swiftly clean, then exit like a phantom leaving no trace but a perfectly manicured room. You’re the invisible hero, aren't you? Swooping in to combat mess and disorder, armed with a mop in one hand and disinfectant in the other! So next time someone asks if you're a housekeeper, lift your chin high, strike a dramatic pose, and declare, "No, I’m a Room Fairy on a mission... and by the way, have you seen any missing towels?" "House keeper, duster-twirler, or room fairy, Embrace the whirlwind of toilet papers, bed linen, laundry and chuckle because awaiting you is another saga of missing towels and messy beds. Stay tuned!"
Okay okay, hands up if you thought the three pillars of hospitality were the overrated trio of pillow chocolates, welcome drinks, and cliched welcome notes? Sorry to burst your bubble here, but there's more to the hospitality carnival than this syrupy trio. Don't get me wrong though, there's nothing wrong with a little reward for lying your head down on a fresh, crisp pillowcase or a welcome reminder that you are, in fact, welcome. But let's step aside from this nicey-nicey welcome committee. Did you ever stop to appreciate the humble soap dispenser? Probably too busy uploading the room view on Instagram, ain't ya? Hear me out. These uncrowned heroes of the hotels are actually frontier revolutionaries, determined to wage war on germs with its sudsy soldiers. Plus, they don't carry a "dirty” history a soap bar might bring ("Guess who touched you last!” *shudders*). In all fairness, to label hospitality a science or an art would be like asking if a cake is more about its fluffy texture or radiant icing. In the grand scheme of things, it’s a bit of both, really. So next time, pay homage to the underdog soap dispensers and move past the sweet allure of pillow chocolates and welcome drinks. They don't always measure hospitality, sometimes it’s the invisible hands cleaning and pumping that do.
Well, hello there future Housekeeping Maverick! Are you ready to don your cape and conquer the chaos of hotel bathrooms with the iconic Squeegee of Justice? Let's get down to business. First off, Superhero Notes: how to turn a crime scene of a bathroom into a sparkling haven in under 5 minutes, because let’s face it, time is money, and no guest wants to wait an eon to use the loo. The secret? An organized utility belt, I mean cart, equipped with all your powerful potions and trusty tools. Start with the toilet – swoosh, swipe, and sanitize – Batman’s got nothing on your quick-draw brush work. Mirrors are next; one spray, two wipes, and voilà, you can see your superhero reflection again. Don't forget to shower your attention on the shower; make it rain with some cleaner and polish those taps to a shine that would make your teeth jealous. Now, let’s discuss the arch-nemesis of every housekeeper: Mount Ever-Laundry. If laundry were an Olympic sport, you’d be the reigning champ. The key is to show that basket who's boss. Sort, stack, attack – you’ve got this. Wrestle those linens into submission like a pro wrestler in a toiletry smackdown, and remember, a perfectly folded towel is your signature move. Just imagine the guest's faces when they see their room – a testament to your lightning-fast skills and deadly accuracy against dirt. It takes poise, power, and a hint of pixie dust – okay, maybe not pixie dust, but definitely some elbow grease. So, slap on your best hero smirk, because in the world of housekeeping, quick and effective is the name of the game, and you, my friend, are about to level up. Now, onto the global gossip of housekeeping habits...
Let's teleport to Japan, the land of sushi and samurai, where housekeepers know their toothbrush better than their toothpaste. The secret? Well, they've turned this humble teeth cleaner into a standby scrubber to clean those 'touch-me-not' spots in the bathroom. Genius, isn't it? I mean, who knew that your old toothbrush could moonlight as a housekeeper's magic wand! Now, fasten your seat belts; we're shifting our gears to France, the land of love and baguettes, where housekeepers wear perfume. Before you picture them spritzing Chanel No. 5 onto sheets, let me burst your bubble. They believe that a good perfume makes them more approachable and presentable while they're 'Foxtrotting' around those intimidating number of rooms. Makes sense though, if you're stuck between a pile of dirty sheets and a near-to-call-it-a-day vacuum cleaner, the least you can do is smell good! Eureka! We've just discovered why the toothbrush has bristles and why France makes the best perfumes. Who knew hospitality could be this quirky? Did your job description ever include wearing your favorite perfume or using a toothbrush other than for brushing? Oh wait, I forgot. You're not a housekeeper; you're a housekeeping maverick! Oh, la la or Konnichiwa, anyone?
Well, knock knock, darling! Look at you, primping around, sporting the shiny badge of 'housekeeper'. But hold on, that's a gross understatement! You're so much more than that; you're the official 'Happiness Officer' of the International Brotherhood of Neat Freaks. Don't you see it? You’re the one making "home away from home" a reality for thousands of travellers out there. Picture this – you step into a room with a bathroom that’s hosting its own party of grime and germs, and voila! With a wave of your trusty mop-wand, you magic those nasty gate-crashers away! You, my super friend, can lift moods bigger and better than any mood-lift shampoo they would find in the bathroom. And this isn't just about scrubbing tiles and folding towels into swans, though you do make them look uncannily like the Queen's pets. It's about mastering the skill of making people feel they’re at home, while still allowing them to blissfully forget they’re not. It’s about the perfectly dimmed lights for the romantic couple, the effortlessly arranged toys for the travelling toddlers and of course ... ensuring they never find out where those free chocolates actually come from. Housekeeping? It's not just a job, it's mastering life in a flamboyant apron and rubber gloves! It's having ninja-like skills of taking care of someone else's mess while managing to keep that smile pinned. So, go ahead – add a dash of your ultra-clean magic to their mundane check-ins and transform that ordinary ‘hello’ into a heartwarming ‘welcome home’.
This month we added
You can now change housekeeping directly from the room's overview
2 new settings are added
For appartments
For runners
