Food And Beverage

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Review of 080 VIP Lounge at BLR Terminal 1

I recently visited the 080 VIP Lounge at Terminal 1 in Bengaluru (BLR) and really enjoyed the experience. It genuinely felt like a VIP service. The breakfast spread had a wide variety of options, although I was in a hurry and could not try much. I only had orange juice, fruit,...

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1d ago

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Trying to identify the waffle recipe used at Hilton Brussels Grand Place

I recently stayed at Hilton Grand Place in Brussels and really enjoyed the waffles served at the breakfast lounge. They were made using a Golden Malted waffle machine with a fairly thin batter. The waffles came out light, crispy, and very tasty. I am trying to figure out whether...

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9d ago

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Why is fish so expensive in the UK?

Taken in Sainsbury’s this morning.

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14d ago

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Missing a favorite Disneyland drink after returning home

On our last full day at Disneyland, which also happened to be our 10-year wedding anniversary on June 1, 2026, I made sure to get one final Banoffee Pie cold brew before heading home on June 2. Now that I’m back, I can’t stop thinking about it and I’m already craving it again....

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15d ago

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$25 f&b credit promotion at rio las vegas was difficult to redeem

About a month ago, Rio Las Vegas offered a promotion that included a $25 daily food and beverage credit. As a Hyatt Globalist member, I booked the offer after confirming the details with the hotel. Before making the reservation, I both called and emailed the property to verify...

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15d ago

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best marriott brand for free breakfast

I am looking for Marriott brands that offer a genuinely good complimentary breakfast. Is Element the only brand with made-to-order options, healthier choices, and a wide selection comparable to Embassy Suites? My recent experiences at some Residence Inn and SpringHill Suites...

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16d ago

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Caesars has lowered food prices

I am planning to go to WSOP and stay at Paris for a comped visit. When I went last year, I remember Paris having extremely high food prices at mid-range restaurants like Martha Stewart’s Bedford. I checked the current menu on the website and the prices actually look reasonable...

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23d ago

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Question about whether additional food or drink service is normal on long-haul American Airlines flight

I’m currently on a 9.5-hour international flight and we are about 8 hours into the journey. At the beginning of the flight, flight attendants served a meal and a drink, but since then there hasn’t been any additional service. It’s been roughly 6–7 hours without any follow-up...

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1month ago

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Walk-in success at Pokémon Café Osaka without reservation

I recently tried visiting the Pokémon Café in Osaka without a reservation and managed to get in. I arrived around 12:05 and was given a 12:30 seating time. There were about four groups ahead of me, but all of them were also able to get in. I spoke with a staff member who said...

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1month ago

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Cruise buffet hygiene vs staff-served buffets, which setup actually works better?

I can kind of see why some cruise lines experimented with staff-served buffets after COVID, because some of the behavior you see at cruise buffets is honestly pretty questionable. I have seen things like people touching food and then changing their mind, kids grabbing items with...

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1month ago

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Witnessed extremely unhygienic behavior at a cruise buffet and now I’m questioning buffet safety

I recently returned from a sailing on Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas departing from Los Angeles, and I witnessed something at the buffet that honestly shocked me. A man in front of me wiped his nose with his hand, then immediately grabbed a salad dressing container. He...

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1month ago

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Passenger questions high specialty dining charges and added service fees on Princess Cruises

I recently returned from a week-long cruise on Princess Cruises aboard the ship Enchanted Princess. During the trip, I booked a specialty restaurant to celebrate my wife’s birthday. The base price for the dining experience was $55 per person, which already felt quite expensive....

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1month ago

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How much for this food and what’s the name?

Do you guys know the name of this Thai breakfast? Also how much ?

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1month ago

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Why is getting free tap water in European restaurants so difficult?

I’ve found that restaurants in Europe often push bottled water, even when you’re dining in and ordering food. Even if you request tap water, they sometimes still bring bottled and charge for it. In North America, getting a free glass of tap water is standard almost everywhere,...

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1month ago

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Princess Cruises Plus package soda and soft drinks now included in 15 drink limit?

On a previous Princess cruise, I understood that fountain soft drinks were unlimited under the Plus Beverage Package. However, I’m now reviewing the current package details for an upcoming Alaska sailing, and it appears that soda and soft drinks may now count toward the daily...

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1month ago

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If you are ordering food delivery to a hotel in Las Vegas

Hello, Just a heads-up for anyone ordering food delivery to hotels in Las Vegas. Please make sure you are available on your phone when your order arrives. If the delivery instructions say “leave in lobby” and I cannot reach you, I have no option but to leave it there. I only...

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2month ago

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Grocery Tourists: Which Countries Have The Best Supermarkets?

People who enjoy visiting supermarkets while traveling, what countries do you think have the best grocery stores? What makes them stand out, and what interesting snacks or items did you buy there? So far, I’ve visited supermarkets in Japan, Korea, the US, France, and Italy, but...

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2month ago

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Review: Explora Journeys (Explora II) – First-time ultra-luxury cruise experience

A detailed onboard perspective from a frequent cruiser (31 cruises across lines like Celebrity and Holland America) sailing on Explora II under Explora Journeys. The reviewer compares this ultra-luxury experience against premium cruise lines and evaluates whether the higher...

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2month ago

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Food options at Dallas Fort Worth Airport late at night

I just arrived at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport around 10:00 pm for a connecting flight and found that all the food outlets were closed, even though the airport information kiosks indicated they would still be open. With a long 5+ hour flight ahead, it was frustrating...

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3month ago

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Crazy fast food prices at Istanbul Airport

Had a connection at IST and went up to the food court where there’s Popeyes, Sbarro, Arby’s, etc. I noticed a Döner place and checked the menu… the prices looked insane. At first I thought I was misreading it, so I pulled up a currency converter just to be sure. Turns out the #4...

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5month ago

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best sandwich in sf ?

the boys’ deli has a huge line. worth it ?

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5month ago

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Waited 45 minutes for breakfast in Reykjavik and never got it

First trip back to Iceland since Covid, fifth time overall, and had a really odd experience that kind of killed the mood on day one. I always go to this breakfast spot on the harbor. Found it by accident back in 2016 and have gone every trip since. Great view, good food, and...

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5month ago

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F&B rewards + cash deposit. Is this how hotels are supposed to calculate it?

Had a question about how IHG Food & Beverage rewards are applied when you’ve already paid a cash deposit. At check-in, the hotel asked for a 3,000 THB deposit, which I paid in cash. I also had 13 F&B rewards at the time, each worth around 580 THB. At checkout, my total food and...

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5month ago

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How do IHG food and beverage rewards work from the hotel’s side?

I use IHG mainly for lounge access and food and beverage rewards, and I currently have a bunch of F&B rewards to use. As a guest, it’s obviously great, but I’m curious how this works behind the scenes for the hotel. When I use food and beverage rewards, does the hotel get...

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5month ago

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Any decent food before security at DEN?

Got a 5-hour layover coming up at Denver and my partner’s meeting me before my next flight. We’re planning to hang out before TSA since I don’t want to leave the airport (no winter coat and she’s coming by bus). Anyone know what food options are available before security? Hoping...

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