Trip Advisor - which FTers regularly post there?
Feb 21, 2007 | 8:29 pm
#16
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I post on and use tripadvisor on a regular basis, posting everything from hotels to all inclusive resorts and find the feedback invaluable. The site helped me pick a NYC gem, Belvedere Hotel not far from Times Square, and a couple more hotels in Provence for an upcoming Apr. trip. So invaluable. ^ 
Feb 21, 2007 | 8:42 pm
#17
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I too post and read tripadvisor on a regular basis. All posts that I wrote related to vacation travels, covering unique finds in restaurants and hotels. Have done only one hotel review. I think tripadvisor and fodors forum are quite useful for vacation travels to any part of the world.
I usually take restaurant and hotel reviews with a grain of salt.
I usually take restaurant and hotel reviews with a grain of salt.
Feb 21, 2007 | 9:34 pm
#18
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Germany
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Posts: 5,074
I write hotel reviews on a regular basis, especially for hotels not previously covered by reviews. I also use the tripadvisor reviews to choose hotels. Some reviews may be skewed, but in general, the information quality is surprisingly good.
I don't participate in the forums; in fact, prior to reading this thread, I didn't realize they had forums at all
I don't participate in the forums; in fact, prior to reading this thread, I didn't realize they had forums at all
Feb 21, 2007 | 10:38 pm
#19
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Im active on the Argentina TA forums, and find that they are very different from FT. It took me a while to get used to the different style... however, its interesting to see that every board has its fair share of conflicts and trolls...
Feb 21, 2007 | 10:54 pm
#20
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Indianapolis, IN USA
Posts: 2,084
I write for almost all my hotel stays (although sometimes I get behind) - I'm up to around 49. Roach review was my last one:
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserR...ton_Texas.html
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserR...ton_Texas.html
Feb 21, 2007 | 11:49 pm
#21
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One thing that ticks me off about TA is that they restrict the reviews for locations outside the USA... e.g. you cannot review a restaurant in Buenos Aires.
Feb 22, 2007 | 4:03 am
#22
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My basic opinion of tripadvisor is this. Take it with more than just a grain of salt. I have loved hotels they've trashed for silly reasons. And not liked highly rated ones.
I personally think TA proves the ugly american theory.
Also wish you could tell what level of room people paid for and what they expected for the money.
I personally think TA proves the ugly american theory.
Also wish you could tell what level of room people paid for and what they expected for the money.
Feb 23, 2007 | 3:39 am
#24
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My basic opinion of tripadvisor is this. Take it with more than just a grain of salt. I have loved hotels they've trashed for silly reasons. And not liked highly rated ones.
I personally think TA proves the ugly american theory.
Also wish you could tell what level of room people paid for and what they expected for the money.
I personally think TA proves the ugly american theory.
Also wish you could tell what level of room people paid for and what they expected for the money.
Feb 23, 2007 | 10:33 am
#25
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: PHX
Programs: Alaska Mileage Plan, Bonvoy, World of Hyatt
Posts: 145
My basic opinion of tripadvisor is this. Take it with more than just a grain of salt. I have loved hotels they've trashed for silly reasons. And not liked highly rated ones.
I personally think TA proves the ugly american theory.
Also wish you could tell what level of room people paid for and what they expected for the money.
I personally think TA proves the ugly american theory.
Also wish you could tell what level of room people paid for and what they expected for the money.
I enjoy reading the international reviews, seeing slang from foreign countries.