How resort fees can drive up the cost of a hotel stay — and what travelers can do about it in Surprise

Surprise fees at hotels a very unwelcome checkout surprise | Quigley

Few things can spoil a trip faster than getting billed for things you didn’t expect and services you didn’t use. Travelers groups, website operators and now Congress is showing annoyance with all ...

Hotels now charge you for these 10 things that used to be free — and there's nothing you can do about it

From surprise housekeeping fees and 100% mini bar mark-ups, to “eco” surcharges and parking costs, these bizarre hotel ...

Understanding and challenging surprise post-checkout hotel fees

Surprise post-checkout fees are becoming a frequent issue for travelers, but that doesn’t mean they’re always valid. Before accepting any unexpected charges, it’s crucial to understand your rights and ...

How resort fees can drive up the cost of a hotel stay — and what travelers can do about it

It's one of the biggest traveler complaints about hotels: the dreaded — and often undisclosed — "resort fee." For anywhere from $20 to $90 a night, the fee can include a free towel at the pool or a ...

Surprise mayor wishes DHS would provide ‘liaison’ so city is updated on ICE facility

PHOENIX — Navigating the process of preparing residents for the upcoming ICE detention facility in Surprise has been challenging due to a lack of clear communication from the Department of Homeland ...

Why NFL has banned surprise onside kicks as part of league's new kickoff rule

The NFL's new kickoff rule is going to have one major casualty this year and that's the surprise onside kick. When the NFL's 32 owners approved the new rule in March, the only way they could make it ...

Surprise shooting: Gunfire at home leaves 3 men dead, including the suspect

SURPRISE, Ariz. - Surprise Police say three people are dead, including the suspect, and several others are seriously injured following a shooting at a home. The incident, according to police, happened ...

Best golf courses near Surprise, AZ

Below, you’ll find a list of courses near Surprise, AZ. There are 64 courses within a 15-mile radius of Surprise, 56 of which are public courses and 8 are private courses. There are 55 18-hole courses ...

Surprise! -- How the brain learns to deal with the unexpected

For children, the world is full of surprises. Adults, on the other hand, are much more difficult to surprise. And there are complex processes behind this apparently straightforward state of affairs.

Surprise! These Travel Companies Keep Your Trip A Secret (Until The Last Minute)

Ever had a hard time deciding where to go on vacation? Now, you don’t need to worry. A new breed of travel companies is revolutionizing vacation planning with secret trips. The concept: They do all ...