The majority of my hotel shops, usually high-end but not always, reimburse for Wi-Fi if you are charged. It will be printed right on the folio. All of the MSCs that I do hotel shops for clearly state in the guidelines NOT to use the Wi-Fi in the hotel lobby or other public places in the hotel because it is not secure at all.@Irene_L.A. wrote:
I go to the lobby, get a coke and start my evaluation. Some hotels (most in Vegas) you pay for Wifi in the room, so will find a lobby elsewhere or SB and write report there in sections. Doing it many times eases the pain, it is a big undertaking, but one foot in front of the other, worry doesn't help. Take notes as you go along, I enjoy them.
@Sybil2 wrote:
The majority of my hotel shops, usually high-end but not always, reimburse for Wi-Fi if you are charged. It will be printed right on the folio. All of the MSCs that I do hotel shops for clearly state in the guidelines NOT to use the Wi-Fi in the hotel lobby or other public places in the hotel because it is not secure at all.@Irene_L.A. wrote:
I go to the lobby, get a coke and start my evaluation. Some hotels (most in Vegas) you pay for Wifi in the room, so will find a lobby elsewhere or SB and write report there in sections. Doing it many times eases the pain, it is a big undertaking, but one foot in front of the other, worry doesn't help. Take notes as you go along, I enjoy them.
There are cameras everywhere in the public places at hotels. One project manager told me that one of their shoppers was working on her report while sitting on the couch in the hotel lobby. Some of the employees suspected that she was the shopper due to the way she was acting (she used a small notebook to record names and times right after the interaction.) Those employees gathered in the security area and one of the security guards was able to zoom the camera in close enough to see what the shopper was typing on her laptop screen and what website she was on.
I would not take any risks when it comes to hotel shops. If you are outed and/or your report is not accepted, it is a big financial hit to your wallet.
No need to get huffy, Irene. I am sure that you will continue doing it your own way because that is who you are. No prob. It is not safe to assume. I have worked in Las Vegas many a time but since I do not actually like Las Vegas, I rarely go there anymore.@Irene_L.A. wrote:
Vegas doesn't, but I just bought a cable that allows you to use their wifi. at no fee. Vegas has it's own laws, different than other states, i gather you haven't worked there, I believe i put that in my post. Many people that work in Vegas use their computers for their company business, it is the #1 business place for conventions, etc. not especially shoppers. Many also use a retreat to the lobby to skype or talk to their family while away on business. Talking about any hotel and hotels in Vegas are two different scenarios, so, I'll continue doing it my way. I have a work card, know the rules, and am sponsored by a top Private Investigator firm.in Vegas.
I hate to burst your Las Vegas bubble but people all over the United States, North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Australia, all around the world, etc. use their computers for company business. Before you start another argument, I did not say ALL people or ALL computers or ALL companies or ALL business. Conventions are held all over the United States, North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Australia, all around the world, etc.@Irene_L.A. wrote:
Many people that work in Vegas use their computers for their company business, it is the #1 business place for conventions, etc. not especially shoppers. Many also use a retreat to the lobby to skype or talk to their family while away on business.
@Sybil2 wrote:
No need to get huffy, Irene. I am sure that you will continue doing it your own way because that is who you are. No prob. It is not safe to assume. I have worked in Las Vegas many a time but since I do not actually like Las Vegas, I rarely go there anymore.@Irene_L.A. wrote:
Vegas doesn't, but I just bought a cable that allows you to use their wifi. at no fee. Vegas has it's own laws, different than other states, i gather you haven't worked there, I believe i put that in my post. Many people that work in Vegas use their computers for their company business, it is the #1 business place for conventions, etc. not especially shoppers. Many also use a retreat to the lobby to skype or talk to their family while away on business. Talking about any hotel and hotels in Vegas are two different scenarios, so, I'll continue doing it my way. I have a work card, know the rules, and am sponsored by a top Private Investigator firm.in Vegas.
But we are here to help the OP with her hotel question. Since she did not state what state she was in, the odds are in my favor that the hotel was not in Nevada never mind Las Vegas. Since there are 50 states in the USA, not counting Puerto Rico, there is a very good chance that the OP is in one of the remaining 49 states not counting Nevada. But I could be wrong just like you could be wrong.
@Sybil2 wrote:
Are you really backing me up? .
@bgriffin wrote:
Irene, I'm sure Sybil wasn't trying to imply that you were doing something wrong. While casino hotels do have a multitude of cameras I'm sure you are discreet enough to not get caught. Truthfully it doesn't matter what state ones shops are in we can all continue doing them in the way we find successful.
@bgriffin wrote:
@Sybil2 wrote:
Are you really backing me up? .
Not in the least bit
@Sybil2 wrote:
Irene, are you saying that because so many people are constantly on their cell phones, it makes it alright to be rude to others in public settings?
Great advice from walesmaven but I think the OP said that they did confirm the bed size during check-in.@walesmaven wrote:
But, do note it in the report that the details of the room reservation were not reviewed at check-in and that you did not get what you reserved.
Actually she was not clear if it was during check-in or if she was referring to the reservation confirmation email/text.@ChelseaGirl wrote:
Yes, they did confirm a queen bed.