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07 August 2013

Choosing A Bed And Breakfast In Michigan Is Easy

By Nita McKinney


Once upon a time tourist accommodation was considered cheap and nasty. However these days it is not. Anyone wishing to find a bed and breakfast in Michigan, for instance, will find that these places often outshine the more illustrious hotel chains. In fact, it's not unheard of for these smaller places to merit more praise in hotel guides than the established franchises.

Although it might appear unfair to make comparisons between small establishments and hotel chains, comparisons are going to occur. Both provide more or less the same service, but they do it in different ways. It makes sense for a traveler to look at their stay in each place and compare the two. What they often find is that the cosiness of a bed and breakfast is better than the places they have been to in the past.

What you'll usually find is that hotels are busier and noisier, which is fine if you don't mind the hustle and bustle. Some people prefer the quiet and it's those who'll probably forgo hotels. It's important, when choosing a place to stay, that you bear in mind not just the atmosphere, but the location. Think about if you want to stay at a place within the city limits or in the suburbs or countryside.

Price is a very important consideration. Those on a budget might well be tempted to choose the cheapest place to stay. However, the place you choose really should depend on the amenities you're looking for. For instance, if you have a child then you'll probably want a place that is child friendly, and if you're a businessman you'll want wireless internet.

Choosing a place to stay depends on how long you'll be in the local area. If you're staying in a place for a few days then you'll most likely want to stay at a place near to the center. Conversely, of you're in the area for a few weeks then maybe you won't mind staying on the outskirts of town and travel into the city.

When picking any accommodation make sure it's been rated by other travelers. Feedback is very important and if a place has none it might not be very popular, which tells its own story. Think about what's important to you as a traveler and look for feedback that encourages or discourages you to choose a particular place.

One thing that is very important, and yet often overlooked, is the effect that local knowledge can have on your stay. The bed and breakfast proprietor that has thorough knowledge of an area can give invaluable advice. This includes advice on where to eat, where to go out at night and even on where not to go at night.

When picking a bed and breakfast in Michigan try and find one that is run by friendly people that know their local area. If you can find one that has been around a long time then their longevity will tell you everything you wish to know about the quality of the place. Be sure to check out any reviews and make sure that they have amenities that serve you as a traveler. Don't be afraid to call them or email them and ask questions. Most will welcome the interest.




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