Epinions Recent Reviews for jeffkoontz

NAD Not what they used to be

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 18:00:36 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - I was the owner of a NAD T762 Surround Sound receiver. I chose this model, as I had sold NAD products in the late 80's, and always had a great deal of respect for the company. As this model is currently not the current generation of receiver, my...

Charming and Friendly Retreat

Thu, 25 May 2006 12:17:40 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - In laying out a plan to visit the Basque region of Spain, including Bilbao, San Sebastian and Pamplona, I have to be honest, and state that my first resource for lodging is the Relais and Chateaux website. I have yet to experience a letdown. The nice...

Welcome Baackk!!

Wed, 11 Jan 2006 14:29:15 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - It was my first stay at the Marriott Grande Vista, but the above title alludes to the front gate lady who puts way too much enthusiasm behind welcoming each carload back into the resort from their day at the parks. If you've been there, you know what I...

Eclectic Hotel in Great Location

Mon, 18 Jul 2005 13:10:55 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - The highlight of this hotel is it's fantastic location in the River North area, just across the river from downtown, and within a few blocks of many popular destinations. I was traveling with my wife for a weekend getaway and was able to book a room...

Opulence and Relaxation

Mon, 13 Jun 2005 12:29:10 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - This property is a part of both the Relais & Chateaux hotel alliance and a part of the Pearl Resort Chain though I believe someone told me the management was a little different than the rest of the Pearl Resorts. Booking your stay here will provide some...

Ritz Carlton Battery Park New York: Wonderful Views, Excellent Rooms & Value

Thu, 24 Mar 2005 19:45:57 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - Arriving from LaGuardia Airport is a bit of a headache to this location at the point of Lower Manhattan. As the cab pulled up the doormen were attending to two other people who also had arrived at the same time. Not a big deal as I only had one bag for...

Marriott Frankfurt: High Rise Marriott at the Messe

Thu, 9 Sep 2004 13:12:52 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - I have to first admit that I didn't spend a whole lot of time at this hotel, one night, and didn't spend any time in Frankfurt. That said, I was driving in from touring the Mosel Wine Country and was my final stop before flying home from Frankfurt...

Superb Character, Service, Food and Value..

Thu, 2 Sep 2004 13:06:54 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - I've always appreciated the little extras that a hotel or restaurant can do, that are reasonably inexpensive, but add immeasurably to the value and care of the customer. Schlosshotel Lerbach is one of those luxury hotels that tends to give you more at...

Ritz Carlton leads the way with Customer Service

Mon, 22 Mar 2004 15:56:02 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - There is no question about the commitment to customer service that must be drilled into employee's at every level. They make customer service their hallmark. I can say that the 4 nights I spent in the Ritz Carlton Cancun several years ago, and the 4...

Marriott Miami Beach at South Beach: A good choice with better than expected service

Mon, 15 Mar 2004 15:37:53 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - I combined a business trip with pleasure for a three night weekend, Thursday through Sunday in South Beach. I wanted to stay in a above average hotel on the beach. It was a tough decision made even more difficult by the fairly steep pricing involved by...

In this city you can do better

Wed, 18 Feb 2004 14:15:33 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - I recently attended a group event at the Sheraton. I was privy to a lot of the behind the scenes information on the planning and execution of the event, in addition to my three night stay. First of all, let me review the room. The room is fairly...

An very nice Italian cliche'

Mon, 25 Aug 2003 18:56:20 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - First of all, I didn't pay for my room. It was a company paid trip and got to spend the weekend ther...

Country Residence Service: Great place to stay in Ipanema

Mon, 2 Jun 2003 17:50:14 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - Ipanema's the place to be these days, not Copacabana. You know the song, the Copacabana Palace was made famous over the years, but unless you want to have convienient call-girls, and seedy nightlife, go through the tunnel to Ipanema, and visit Copacabana...

Chemin de fer, anybody?

Mon, 2 Jun 2003 16:50:16 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - A must see for anyone who travels to Monaco. Outside the casino are some of the most expensive cars in the world: valet parked Maserati's, Ferrari's, etc. You enter the building and arrive in a large ornately decorated foyer, from here, you can go...

Monte Carlo Beach Hotel: Incredible Experience

Fri, 30 May 2003 13:16:07 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - This hotel is run by the Societe de Bains de Mer, which is the organization that was formed by the Grimaldi family to run the Casino over 100 years ago. They have 4 hotels - Hotel de Paris, Beach Hotel, Hermitage, and Mirabeau. Paris is the most...

Understand the system, and you wouldn't fly Alitalia

Fri, 30 May 2003 13:16:07 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author jeffkoontz - Just returned from a long weekend to Milan and the Riviera. Booked my flight on USAirways.com, USAirways ticketed the entire flight connections, USAirways from Pittsburgh to Newark, Alitalia from Newark to Milan.

USairways was delayed out of...