Many people who travel for work often complain, "I hate living out of a suitcase in a hotel!"  I often tag along with my husband when he goes on longer business trips, especially if he's going somewhere warm.  Well, I have to say, "I could live in a hotel, some are better than others, but come on, room service, housekeeping every day, snacks get refilled regularly and a mini bar!!!  

I think when business travelers complain, it's because they are working...I'd complain too.  Well, there is one thing I do hate about some hotels, no coffee maker.  I could be organized and order coffee the night before, but I never know when I am going to get up, OR I could get dressed and buy coffee in the lobby, but "NO", I'm on vacation.  Here's how I handle the problem 

I love Illy coffee.  I'm in Las Vegas right now and I remember from my last visit, there is an Illy Espressamente in the Venitian Hotel.  Well, that was one of my first stops, so I could solve my "no coffee maker" problem.  I got these for the room... 

 and this for my walk back...yummy! 

Ok, one other must have when I tag along on these warm weather escapes...sun screen!!!  This if what I put on my face every day 

 but on vacation, I carry my SPF face cream and SPF face powder with me, so I can re-apply if needed.  Also, SPF body sunscreen 

 I'm pretty bad about re-applying sun screen when I'm out and about, but I'm trying to get better.  
Well, don't feel sorry for me, I love the hotel I am staying in, I have my coffee supply and I am safe from sun damage.  
"Wish you were here" xoxo, Gracie
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