I recently returned from a conference held at the Buena Vista Palace in Orlando. For a person who doesn't generally enjoy going to Orlando, this trip was very different. The hotel is conveniently located to EVERYTHING and is ideally situated near the major thoroughfares without the noise or bustle of many hotels. From arriving to the hotel to check-out, the staff of the hotel strove to make me feel like I wasn't just another customer. They really went the extra mile without being bothersome. Cleanliness and efficiency were obviously not afterthoughts. The rooms, though not overly spacious, were well proportioned and had the most comfortable beds and pillows. I wish I would've thought to find out where I could purchase those pillows... The staff that served the conference meals were wonderful- they took the time to talk to us and we even made friends with one of them. We would seek his area out so we could have him to joke around with, and he always provided the best of service (and even found me a Coke!) This week I'm staying at a Best Western and wishing I could be back at the Buena Vista Palace. Where is the beautiful landscaping? Where are the wide hallways and comfortable seating areas? Where are the courteous employees? And just where are my fabulous pillows????









