Join Date: May 2002
Location: Pittsburgh
Programs: MR LT Titanium, AA LT PLT, UA SLV, Avis PreferredPlus, HH Gold, Hertz PC, National Executive, etc.
Posts: 31,647
Yes, obviously a cultural thing.
Slippers as a "basic amenity"? No
People shower with bar soap? Yes (though "body wash", which is just soap, is almost always provided IME).
Yes, most US-based travelers actually carry a razor and toothbrush. When they are provided by a hotel, they are horrible quality items - 1 use/1stay throw-away quality.
Curious - what prevents you from taking off your shoes?