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Hospitality: Restaurants and Lodging
Events and Attractions
Media, Publishing and Sales
News from our Home Office and
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Travel and Technology
How to Start and Succeed as a Digital Nomad Living and Working in an RV
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By Catherine Workman, wellnessvoyager.com
For remote employees, freelancers, and wellness-minded travelers who feel boxed in by a mortgage and a predictable routine, the pull of joining the digital nomads on the road can get loud. The core tension is real: the selling a home decision brings equal parts relief and grief, and the remote work transition sounds simple until daily life needs power, privacy, and steady focus. The RV lifestyle can be wonderfully spacious in the ways that matter, but mobile living challenges show up fast when every errand, signal bar, and sleep schedule moves with the wheels. Clarity comes from knowing what this lifestyle asks for before the first mile. Continue Reading
Stress-Free Travel Tips for Parents With Young Children
By Teresa Jackson, meditationhelpers.com
Traveling with small children doesn’t have to drain your wallet or your patience. Whether you’re wrangling a baby, toddler, or preschooler, a few practical choices can make the difference between chaos and calm. Parents who plan around their child’s comfort—rather than an ideal itinerary—often find the trip flows better for everyone. It’s less about doing everything “right” and more about reducing friction wherever you can. A stress-reducing family trip is built on the basics: keeping children fed, rested, and entertained—without spending like you’re on a luxury retreat. Here’s how to pull it off with a clear head and a few dollars to spare. Continue Reading
How Technology Makes Traveling Easier for Seniors
by: Hazel Bridges – Agingwellness.org
Traveling can be an enriching and rewarding experience, but it often comes with unique challenges for seniors. With advancements in technology, there are now a variety of tools specifically designed to simplify every aspect of the journey. These solutions are tailored to address common concerns, from managing health needs to organizing travel details. By incorporating these tools into your plans, it’s possible to reduce stress and enjoy the process with greater ease. Continue Reading
Redefining Mobility: Thriving as a Digital Nomad with Disabilities
by: Stevie Murphy, believe-big.com
In a time when technology enables work from anywhere, the digital nomad lifestyle is particularly appealing for individuals with disabilities. This lifestyle offers flexibility and the chance to challenge societal norms, reshaping the idea of remote work. As a digital nomad with disabilities, you can create a life where your career and passions align, using creativity and determination to navigate challenges. This article explores how you can embark on this journey and turn obstacles into opportunities for success. Continue Reading
Roaming Beyond Home: Your Guide to Becoming an RV Nomad
by: Anya Willis, Fitkids.info
Transitioning from a traditional home to RV living while managing a digital nomad career is an exciting yet detailed journey. Leveraging technology to merge work with continuous exploration offers a distinct, satisfying lifestyle, liberating individuals from the usual work routine and opening up a world of new experiences and personal development. In this article, RVNRS.com, RV National Repair Service and Front Desk USA share some distilled wisdom and guidelines to help make this transition smooth and sustainable. Continue Reading
Adventure Awaits: Your Ultimate Guide to Making Family Travel a Breeze
by: Kurt Brown of TravelTipTank.com
Traveling with kids can be an adventure in itself, and with the right strategies, it can be easier and more fun for the entire family. Family vacations offer a unique opportunity to strengthen bonds, create lasting memories, and explore new horizons together. Whether you’re planning a road trip, a beach getaway, or a visit to the magical world of Disney, there are plenty of ways to ensure your family travels with ease and enjoyment. Below, Front Desk USA outlines several essential tips that will make traveling with kids a breeze. Continue Reading
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Family Fun Without the Funk: Traveling Healthy and Happy
by: Anya Willis, Fitkids.info
Setting off on a family journey brings a mix of excitement and new experiences, making it vital to keep health at the forefront of your plans. This guide from Eat Sleep Shop Play presents eight essential tips, crafted to ensure your family remains healthy and vibrant throughout your travels. From selecting nutritious meals to prioritizing physical activities, these strategies are tailored to enhance your family’s adventure, ensuring every trip is as enjoyable and health-conscious as possible. Continue Reading
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How to Have a Stress-Free and Enjoyable Business Trip
by: Amos Faulkner at: DoMoneyWell.com
Business trips can be a great way to network, gain new perspectives, and meet potential partners and clients. However, they can also be exhausting and overwhelming. That’s why it’s important to find ways to make the most of your business trips so you can come back feeling refreshed and ready for the next one. Continue Reading
Tips to Make Sure Your Pets Are Looked After While You Travel This Summer
by: Amos Faulkner at: DoMoneyWell.com
Summertime should be a time to travel and take a happy break to visit loved ones. Yet, for pet owners, there is always the worry of finding good, inexpensive pet care. However, as Front Desk USA points out, that need not be the case. Continue Reading
Paso Robles hotel and Sacramento restaurant receive AAA Four Diamonds this month 💎💎💎💎
https://newsroom.aaa.com/2025/10/paso-robles-hotel-and-sacramento-restaurant-receive-aaa-four-diamonds/
AAA projects 21.7 Million Americans will take ocean cruise vacations next year, setting a new record. Here's the Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How of the 2026 Cruise Forecast.
https://newsroom.aaa.com/2025/10/aaa-cruise-forecast-2026/
Thank you Senator @TimSheehyMT for supporting the #AmericanFranchiseAct. The proven hotel franchise business model supports nearly 3 million jobs nationwide. Hotels generate nearly $900 million in state and local taxes for the Montana economy.
🔗 https://hubs.ly/Q03LcWHN0
Thank you @SenatorCollins for supporting the #AmericanFranchiseAct. The proven hotel franchise business model supports nearly 3 million jobs nationwide. Hotels generate nearly $400 million in state and local taxes for the Maine economy.
🔗 https://hubs.ly/Q03LcWHN0 ➡️@SaveLocalBiz
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Hospitality: Restaurants and Lodging
Pennies may be small—but the impact of losing them is anything but.
As reported by @WSJ, restaurants and retailers across the country are running short on pennies after the federal government halted new minting and many coin terminals stopped circulating them altogether. The
Holiday rush? Let your data do the heavy lifting. 📊
From identifying best-sellers to staffing smarter and launching targeted promotions, POS data gives restaurants the insights they need to drive traffic, boost sales, and deliver a seamless guest experience during the busiest
If your Christmas wishlist looks like this:
🎄 Indulge in unique experiences
🎄 Visit sought after destinations
🎄 Stay in a winter wonderland where details are unmatched
...then you know where to find us: ✨
Hilton and the Hallmark Channel have teamed up to create three fabulously festive hotel suites inspired by the network's new Christmas films, including 'Santa Summit' and 'Haul Out the Holly.' https://ew.com/tv/hilton-hallmark-channel-holiday-suites-christmas-movies/?utm_campaign=entertainmentweekly_entertainmentweekly&utm_content=new&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_term=6544218b7a29eb0001360e1b
We're partnering with @Hallmarkchannel to bring guests a merry Hilton holiday. Stay in a #CountdowntoChristmas themed suite, completely decked out with custom decor and surprises. Suites available to book starting Nov. 7th.
https://hil.tn/kfgr1n
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Events and Attraction
Tag someone who wishes this was under their tree on Christmas morning 🎁 🎢
Long live all the magic at the new Taylor Swift display now showing at Walt Disney Presents at Hollywood Studios at @WaltDisneyWorld through Jan. 23 and see three of your favorite Eras Tour looks 🐍 🕰 🤍 http://di.sn/6012C3tMO
Ski you real soon - Disney’s Blizzard Beach is back open on February 15th. Drop a ⛷️ if you’re ready for all the chills and thrills to come! Learn More - http://di.sn/6004CzLtq
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Media, marketing, publishing and sales
Crush Your Goals and Live Life to The Fullest: A Guide to Building Confidence
By Stevie Murphy, Believe-Big.com
Do you want to live your life to the fullest, accomplish what you set out to do, and build your confidence along the way? Many people struggle with self-doubt, lack of direction, and fear of failure. But having a fulfilling life is entirely possible if you take intentional steps for personal growth. Today, Front Desk USA shares some actionable tips that can help you gain confidence, change your life, and crush your goals! Continue Reading
Video Marketing 101 for Hotel or Hospitality Management Businesses
by: Amos Faulkner at: DoMoneyWell.com
Video marketing can be a fantastic and cost-efficient tool for people in the hotel and hospitality management business. According to Forbes, short-form video content is especially marketable and popularthanks to its universal accessibility. Video marketing is also a great way to get more backlinks, increase conversions, and generate more leads. That said, creating effective videos requires time and effort. Here’s how it’s done. Continue Reading
Essential Tips for Buying Your First Investment Property
By Erin Reynolds, diymama.net
There are many great reasons to invest in a rental property—passive income, predictable cash flow, tax benefits, and real estate appreciation to name a few. However, buying a rental does come with its fair share of work. To ensure your rental business is a success, you’ll have to calculate the costs involved, make a plan to mitigate risk, and determine how you’re going to manage your rental as efficiently as possible. Continue Reading
Small Business Owners are always running low on time! These Apps can give some back.
by: Amos Faulkner at: DoMoneyWell.com
As a small business owner, you likely spend more time at work than you do with your family. You have to use your 24 hours wisely, but it’s difficult when you have customers, vendors, and employees coming at you from all directions. Fortunately, technology is here to help. Continue Reading
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News from our Home Office and some of our Markets
We trust our team of publishers to create the products and services that help millions of guests who use our maps to have a more enjoyable stay in the community they are visiting. We take a lot of pride in offering the best possible product to our hotel partners. And working with the area’s best businesses is a lot fun. Our brands offer significant income potential to publishers because our advertisers see significant return on their exposure to hotels guests looking for their products and services. We’re looking for more like-minded entrepreneurs who want to join us.
You can learn more about our Product, Process and People here.
Social Media plays a big part of our digital product. Each map area manages a Facebook page that highlight their sponsors/community Facebook posts. Below is our Facebook company page and several of our map area pages. Which can also be viewed on each map area page.
Katy, Texas
𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝑺𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒐𝒏 𝑷𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒔 are about to level up in price! Right now they’re $𝟔𝟗.𝟗𝟗, but not for long!
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Thank you to Tanji and the Goodtaste team for celebrating Katy and letting us be part of the story. We’re proud to call this place home!
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Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Tuscaloosa is more than a college town. It’s a place where music fills the air, barbecue smoke drifts over the river, and you get a front-row seat to the great outdoors. Whether you’re here for a game, the arts, a relaxing escape, a business trip, or a little of all those things, you’ll find something that makes you want to stick around and explore some more. Learn more at Visit Tuscaloosa.
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Beaumont, Port Arthur Texas
Sugar Land, Rosenberg, Texas
$40+ OFF just for bringing the whole crew? Say less 😏
Grab your 2026 Season Passes for $10 OFF each when you buy 4 or more. That means more slides, more waves, and way more Summer for less.
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Houston, Texas
Astros home opener looks sunny and hot! Temperatures will be pushing 90 degrees at first pitch so make sure you stay hydrated!
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Minneapolis, Minnesota
With the win, Team USA will advance to the gold-medal game, where they'll take on Sweden, who defeated Great Britain 9-3 in the other semifinal. Sweden took home the bronze medal in 2022, so Thiesse and Dropkin will once again have their hands full Tuesday.
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Front Desk USA is more than a pretty piece of paper
It means business for your business. With over a 1,000 hotels currently using Front Desk USA maps and tens of thousands being viewed by hotel guests each day, Front Desk USA is the, “go-to” visitor information guide for hotels. The maps are designed to assist hotel guests with questions they may have about the area around the hotel. Our maps are custom drawn to be specific to a geographic area. This means an advertiser can reach a specific number of hotel guests in their area. Front Desk USA maps focus on categories that are most important to hotel guests such as where to EAT, where to SHOP and where to PLAY. Publishers monitor hotels to ensure adequate inventory at all times. Hotels can order additional maps anytime at no charge. Now we have added custom welcome website pages creating even more opportunity for exposure from additional marketing and promotions using social media. Just search Facebook for Front Desk USA.
About Front Desk USA:
Hotels have at their fingertips all of the information they might need to guide their guests. Our maps can answer almost any question a guest might ask the hotel staff about the area around them. Many of our maps cover large metropolitan areas, and our maps assist guests with making their way to airports, etc. The maps pinpoint selected area restaurants (EAT) that are family-friendly fun and which have the best tasting food in the area of course. The maps also include shopping areas (SHOP) and pinpoint pharmacies and hospitals, etc. Area attractions (PLAY) are also are pinpointed, like museums, golf courses and parks and amusement venues.
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It's Spring! Carl says, things are starting to heat up. Don't forget about our pets and hot surfaces. ... See MoreSee Less
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The saying for Texas is, "Turn Around Don't Drown"! Stay Safe America. ... See MoreSee Less
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