Getting settled in your hotel is the first step in making sure your vacation or business trip goes smoothly. So when you check in follow a few easy safety tips.
- If you are arriving by cab or van, make sure your luggage is brought in to the lobby and is nearby while you are at the from desk. Always keep an eye on your luggage, purse, briefcase, etc.
- Front desk personnel are trained not to announce your room number. They usually write it down or point to it. Make sure your clerk follows this rule. You can never be sure who is listening. If the clerk violates this rule and announces your room number, you are perfectly within your rights to ask for another unannounced room.
- Make sure your room is located conveniently. If you need to be near the elevator, now is the time to make sure that happens. If you like to be away from vending areas because of the noise, make sure that happens as well.
- When using your credit card, always check to make sure your credit card is handed back to you. Then put it back in your purse or wallet. Never leave it lying on the counter.
- Hotels usually have business cards on the check in counter. Pick up several. Put one in your purse or pocket so you will alsways have the hotel address and phone number with you. That often comes in handy when you get in a cab or if you don’t speak the language of the country where you are staying. Put another card by your telephone in the room in case you need to give the number to a caller or simply need to know where your hotel is located.
Most hotel personnel are trained to do everything they can to make your stay a pleasant one. So don’t hesitate to ask if things aren’t to your liking or you have special needs when you check in!