From around the web: Hotel guest rips head off of duck at hotel, now faces jail time

A guest at the Embassy Suites hotel in St. Paul could face jail time and a $5,000 fine for ripping the head off a tame duck (while yelling "I'm hungry!"). The 26-year-old Denver businessman is in jail on suspicion of felony animal cruelty and is scheduled to appear in court Monday.

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From around the web: Roswell couple denied anniversary stay at Motel 6 because they're local!

When a local couple decided to spend their wedding anniversary at a hotel, they never thought there would be a problem with checking in to a Roswell hotel to enjoy the pool and hot tub and get away from home a few days. However, the couple said they were denied a room at Motel 6 because they are locals.

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From around the web: Going Green Behind The Wheel, Willard InterContinenal offers use of hybrids to guests

As part of the Willard InterContinental's ongoing commitment to sustainable development, the luxury downtown hotel will now offer guests an alternative mode of transportation in the form of a 2007 Toyota Camry four-door Hybrid sedan, for a moderate fee.

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Check out TripIt.com - officially launched

I heard about TripIt.com awhile back, when they first came online in beta. Well, yesterday they officially announced their full launch.

TripIt offers folks a way to plug in every little piece of information about an upcoming trip -- hotel information, confirmation numbers, daily itineraries, maps, etc. -- all in one place. You can also share your trips with other people and they can make notes, changes, etc.

The interface leaves a bit to be desired, but the concept is sound. Definitely going to be using this in the future (and most likely 'borrowing' some ideas for use at Resideo.

Check it out!

From around the web: 5 worst things that can happen to a traveler

What’s the worst thing that can happen when you're traveling? A traffic accident? Terrorist hijacking? Hotel fire? Travel is risky, of course. But there’s just no way of knowing when your number will be up, and your plane will go down.

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From around the web: In search of honeymoon horror stories

USAToday.com Hotel Hotsheet is looking for your honeymoon horror stories...

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Property of the month: Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo, California

Hello, everyone, and welcome back!

This month, our spotlight shines on Madonna Inn, located in San Luis Obispo, California (about halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles).

So, what's unique about Madonna Inn, you ask? Well, I'll tell you. Madonna Inn has been around for over 50 years, and each room is uniquely themed and decorated.

There's the Hearts and Flowers room, Romance and many many more (109 total).

You can check out the official site, or read more about Madonna Inn at Wikipedia.

See you next time!

From around the web: Ten hotels that made history

From a hotel with a link to Hitler, to the place where Diana had her last meal, these 10 hotels are forever linked with history.

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From around the web: Japanese toilet that washes and dries you coming to Chicago hotel

Have you heard about the toilets with heated seats and automatic washing and drying systems that are making a splash in Japan? Well, book a room at the Westin Chicago River North to try one out!

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From around the web: Couple Stay In Hotel For 22 Years

An eldery couple from Sheffield, UK have lived in Travelodge hotels for over 20 years.

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Pictures from SES 2007 San Jose

I finally got around to uploading Exhibit Hall pictures from SES 2007 in San Jose -- check em out!

Also, pics from Google Headquarters are available for your viewing pleasure...

Enjoy!

From around the web: Westin St. Francis looking for couples who met “under the clock"

The Westin St. Francis, renowned for its historic elegance and old world grandeur, is celebrating the centennial anniversary of their Great Magneta Grandfather Clock by launching a nationwide search for a special couple who met “under the clock.”

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From around the web: Contest! Design the new Embassy Suites "Do Not Disturb" sign

Five winners get trips to hot destinations and an Embassy Suites stay, and their Do Not Disturb signs will be rotated at Embassy Suites properties.

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From around the web: Peninsula Tokyo Hotel rooms now feature fingernail & toenail dryers

The Peninsula Tokyo has over-the-top amenities nailed. Every room at the new luxury hotel, which opened over Labor Day weekend, has a dryer for newly lacquered fingers and tootsies. Gadget lovers who don’t do the nail polish thing get bedside controls for everything from lights to air conditioning to blinds to the "do not disturb" sign.

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From around the web: Marriott Wins Conde Nast Traveler's Prestigious 'World Savers' Award

Marriott International received the prestigious "World Savers" award from Condé Nast Traveler magazine for being a Socially Responsible company. Marriott was selected as the leading "chain hotel & resort" company, with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., receiving an honorable mention in the distinguished second place position.

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