Source: nytimes.com

The service at that hotel you just stayed at was so-so. Your friend's experience at the same property, on the other hand, was spot on. Why the disparity? It may be more than chance.

According to Joshua Bush, a hotel industry expert and the chief executive officer of Avenue Two Travel, while good service at a hotel, even a pricey one, isn't a guarantee, there are a few ways to increase your odds of getting treated well.

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