Travel Tip: What Do Travel Descriptions Really Mean?
What they say isn’t always what you get!
When reading a tour, hotel, cruise, or any type of travel brochure, ad, or website description, watch out for those hidden words that make a special promotion or hotel sound WONDERFUL, when in reality they are “legally” though “unethically” misrepresenting what you will find if you sign up. This is a very important travel tip!
Travel Brochure Words That Can Be Misleading
Some examples include: deluxe, nearby, just like, first class, near the beach, view of the ocean, spacious accommodations, cozy, exotic, exciting, romantic. Any words that are vague or generic should immediately be suspect. Call or e-mail them, and always ask specific questions. Pin them down to details. Make sure you REALLY know what you are getting before making a reservation.

