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Accommodations
For all but the cheapest places and the slowest seasons, reservations are advised. In high-
season tourist hot spots, hotels can book up months ahead.
Seasons
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Peak season is summer, generally May to September, when prices are highest.
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Exceptions include Florida and the northern ski areas, when winter is the busiest and
costliest time to visit.
Amenities
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Most properties offer in-room wi-fi. It's typically free in budget and midrange lodgings,
while top-end hotels often charge a fee (typically $10 to $15 per day).
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Many smaller properties, especially B&Bs, ban smoking. Marriott and Westin hotels are
100% smoke free. All other properties have rooms set aside for nonsmokers.
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Air-conditioning is standard at most places.
SLEEPING PRICE RANGES
Rates listed are based on double occupancy for high season and do not include
taxes, which can add 10% to 15%, or even more, to the rate. When booking, ask for
the rate including taxes.
$ less than $100
$$$ $100 to $200
$$$
$$$ more than $200
