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With our best-in-the-city guides, carefully crafted itineraries, expert trip planning, and continuous help and assistance, we’ll make sure you can relax and enjoy everything Washington has to offer.

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For any and all of our guests, we’ll create a special itinerary for your tour. Our individual tours can be as short as three hours and as long as a whole day. They can include the memorials on the National Mall , a trip to George Washington’s Mount Vernon , a walk through Arlington National Cemetery , or anything you’d like to see.

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If you want to see more of Washington that can fit into a day, our multi-day tour packages combine different types of itineraries so that you can experience more of Washington and the surrounding area.

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Washington, DC is known for national monuments built on an epic scale, and few match the splendor of the George Washington Monument!

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Experience Washington DC and Arlington, Virginia on this full-day tour. Visit DC’s most famous landmarks and monuments with your personal guide!

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Ralph was fantastic! He interacted with everyone in a personal way and made the tour great!

We would absolutely recommend this tour. Our tour guide Dre & driver Miss T were amazing. Dre was so knowledgeable, respectful & funny. It was the best part of our time in DC, seeing the city at night was stunning! Would definitely do it again.

All the staff were wonderful. Deon 13 was our tour guide and he was a wealth of knowledge. Amazing way to tour DC highlights in one day. I highly recommend this tour!

Thanks for making my dad bday that much more memorable! My dad a senior citizen and the pace was perfect for him, including all the bathroom breaks and patience. Thank you Terry for a tour to remember and for signing to my dad happy birthday!!! Memories to last a lifetime. His service dog loved it too!!!

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We had a fantastic time on our night tour. Paul was a perfect blend of humor and providing us interesting facts and history! He could not have done a better job!!!

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Discover unparalleled comfort and convenience with our Luxury Airport Transportation service , providing premium rides to and from the three major Washington, DC area airports: DCA Reagan, IAD Dulles, and BWI. Travel in style with our fleet of luxury vehicles, including the sophisticated Chevrolet Suburban and the elegant Cadillac Escalade. 

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At Private DC Tours , LLC, we’re not just your guides, we’re your photographers too! Our guides have a knack for photography and love capturing memorable moments during your tour. Check out our collection of unique photos taken by our talented guides. From candid shots at iconic landmarks to perfectly framed group photos, we ensure you have wonderful visual souvenirs from your Washington DC private tour. So, let us handle the camera and create lasting memories of your special day in DC! Every photo you see on this page was captured by our talented photographer tour guide.

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Our guides specialize in private Washington, DC tours that cater to people seeking an experience of the city that goes above and beyond. They inspire learning while bringing all the history of our nation’s capital to life. 

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• Delight in reserved, priority entrance into two of Washington DC’s most sought-after attractions – the U.S. Capitol Building and the National Archives Building
• Visit Washington DC’s major sites with guided walks and photo opportunities
• Enjoy a boat cruise and boxed lunch on the Potomac River (March 15 to Oct 16 only) ; lunch is included
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Our Best of DC VIP Tour begins at the Capitol Visitors Center. Beat the long entrance lines and experience Washington, DC like a true insider.

Enjoy reserved entry into the U.S. Capitol Building for a guided walking tour of this historic building — home to the Senate and the House of Representatives. Watch a film on the history of government in the U.S.and then continue touring the building to learn about the country’s legislature. Along the way, you will see the Crypt, the Rotunda, and National Statuary Hall.

Next, board our comfortable Shuttle and take a guided sightseeing tour of DC’s most famous landmarks and monuments – including views of the White House, the Washington Monument, World War II Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial , Jefferson Memorial, Iwo Jima Statue, Korean War Veterans Memorial and U.S. Navy Memorial.

You will spend 10 to 15-minutes at each stop with your guide shadowing you to share interesting facts along the way.

On this VIP Tour, you will experience a relaxing boat cruise (with your guide) on the Potomac River (lunch included). The lunch option can be selected when booking. Note: Off-season, in lieu of boat cruise, visits Pentagon City Mall for shopping and lunch (lunch not included in the off-season).

After the sightseeing tour , you’ll gain priority entrance into the National Archives Building for an up-close and personal look at the original Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence, and the U.S. Constitution.

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STARTS AT/PICK UP: Neptune Fountain in front of Library Of Congress (Thomas Jefferson Building)

• Jefferson Memorial
• U.S. Capitol Building (inside Tour)
• FDR Memorial
• World War II Memorial
• Vietnam Memorial
• Martin Luther King Memorial
• Lincoln Memorial
• White House (exterior)
• Korean War Memorial

ENDS AT: National Archives Building

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• 'Multiverse' by Leo Villareal
• Alexandria City Hall and Market Square
• Arlington House
• Arlington National Cemetery
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• Fossil Hall at the Natural History Museum
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• J Edgar Hoover Building (FBI HQ)
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• Korean War Veterans Memorial
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• Leonardo da Vinci 'Ginevra de' Benci'
• Lincoln Memorial
• Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
• Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
• Martin's Tavern
• Mary Cassatt's 'The Boating Party'
• Monet's 'Japanese Footbridge'
• Mount Vernon
• Old Town Alexandria Harbor
• President John F. Kennedy Gravestone
• Self Portrait by Van Gogh
• Smithsonian Museum of Natural History
• Smithsonian National Museum of American History
• Space Shuttle Columbia Memorial
• The Downtown Holiday Market
• The National Christmas Tree
• The White House
• Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
• Torpedo Factory Art Center
• U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree
• Vermeer's 'The Girl with a Red Hat'
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial
• Washington Monument
• Women's Suffrage
• World War II Memorial

Explore two of Washington DC's most famed Smithsonian Museums: the National Museum of American History and the Museum of Natural History on this private half-day walking tour.

Visit Washington, DC and learn about its immense history, as told through its most famous landmarks and iconic monuments along the National Mall on this private half-day walking tour.

Explore The National Mall when the sun starts to go down, the crowds have largely left and Washington DC's monuments and memorials are lit up on this private evening walking tour.

Discover Georgetown’s rich history from 18th-century homes to the C&O Canal and learn how Washington DC grew up around early settlements that still exist today.

Get up close and personal with some of Washington DC’s most famous scandals and learn its best-kept secrets on this private half-day walking tour in the heart of political power in the US.

Explore the prestigious National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, a world-class museum from Renaissance masterpieces to 20th-century personalities including Raphael, Rembrandt, Renoir and Picasso.

Explore the commemorative grounds of the Arlington National Cemetery, the final resting place for over 400,000 service members on this private half-day walking tour.

Explore the best of Washington DC and discover its most popular highlights on a full-day tour including the National Mall, the monuments and memorials, and the Smithsonian Museum of American History.

Embark on a private day trip to Mount Vernon and Alexandria from Washington DC and explore the home of America's first president, George Washington, and his hometown famous for its colonial history.

Enjoy Washington DC's magical Christmas lights from the National monuments to the iconic Christmas trees and tidings of joy, including a visit to the Holiday Market on this private walking tour.

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Washington DC Father's Day Buffet Brunch Cruise

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Our Signature Washington D.C Father’s Day Brunch Cruise is the perfect way to gather for an unforgettable celebration. Create memories with your family as you dine and dance on the Potomac River with magnificent skyline views for a casual afternoon out with the whole family. Washington D.C’s spectacular views are even more impressive from the water while you enjoy a delicious, chef-prepared buffet. You’ll marvel at famed city landmarks, such as Old Town Alexandria, and the National Harbor, from our cozy, climate-controlled interior, and open-air roof decks. We keep the spirits flowing with a fully stocked bar, games, and lively music from our DJ. Join us for a memorable, one-of-a-kind Father’s Day celebration. Includes 2-hour brunch cruise on the Potomac River Delicious buffet brunch with freshly prepared entrees, salads, and desserts Unlimited mimosas (must be 21 or older with valid ID) Spectacular views of the city's architecture and local landmarks Live DJ entertainment

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• Live DJ entertainment
• Unlimited mimosas (must be 21 or older with valid ID)
• Guaranteed table for your party size

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• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Nestled in the heart of the city, Le Méridien Madison, Washington, DC offers a harmonious blend of timeless elegance and contemporary flair. Drawing inspiration from its namesake, the hotel embodies the sophistication of a Parisian retreat while reflecting the vibrant energy of our nation’s capital. The hotel’s boutique charm is highlighted by a welcoming lobby that captures the essence of both classic refinement and modern vibrancy.Our newly renovated guestrooms and select suites provide a sanctuary from the city’s hustle and bustle, ideal for business, leisure, or both. For those seeking an elevated experience, our luxurious penthouse suites feature expansive terraces with breathtaking views of the Capitol skyline. Personalized amenities—including pet-friendly accommodations—ensure that every guest, even the furry ones, enjoys the utmost comfort and care. Centrally located in downtown Washington, D.C., guests are within walking distance of historic landmarks like The White House.

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Maximum Pet Weight: 40.0lbs

Maximum Number of Pets in Room: 1

Daily: $71.00

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A Disney expert who charges $2,500 a day to guide VIPs through the parks shares how to get the most out of a visit

• Michael Hewell founded Michael's VIPs, a private tour service for Disney World and other parks.
• For $2,500 a day, Hewell or his guides seek to help families make the most of their visit.
• Hewell says his strategies rely on knowing what's possible — not on cutting lines.

Michael Hewell, a 56-year-old Marine veteran, started working at Disney World after leaving college almost 30 years ago, intending to join its management training program. His first role at the park was as a ride attendant for the Haunted Mansion. One day, a singer came to do some research on the ride for a music video.

To observe every detail, the singer spent hours riding the Haunted Mansion in secret, always accessing the ride via its load area. To do so, he had to rely on Hewell to help him.

Hewell's efficient, cheerful manner caught the singer's attention so much that he asked for Hewell to act as his full-time assistant for the rest of the week, while he explored the park's other rides. "At the end of the week, they told the office, 'Michael is the best host I've ever had,'" Hewell told Insider.

In 1996, Hewell was then tapped to join Disney's VIP-relations department, a small team earmarked to handle visits from celebrities and dignitaries. Three years later, Hewell broke off on his own and started a word-of-mouth service for elite Disney-loving visitors called Michael's VIPs .

Today, Hewell and his team of 17 work with about 200 families a year. Rates start at $2,500 a day for a single guide who works with groups of up to eight people.

As the founder, Hewell reserves his personal tours for grandfathered-in clients or the highest of VIPS. Here's what it's like showing the rich and famous around Disney World.

Hewell is a lifelong Disney fan

Hewell was obsessed with Disney while growing up in West Palm Beach in South Florida. "I was a walking encyclopedia, and Walt was my hero — I modeled my life off all his encounters," he said.

In his future role at Disney, he said, VIP hosts were empowered to do whatever it took for their clients to enjoy their visit. "It was for celebrities, royal families, and friends of the corporation, and they backdoored everybody in part as it was the only way for them to experience the attractions without getting mobbed. That would also ruin the experience for the other guests."

But while he was in the Disney role, an article in a major media outlet that mentioned Disney's VIP service changed everything. The day it published, "we got 500 phone calls about it," he said. It rapidly morphed from a discreet service offered gratis to a pricey VIP machine that offered a formulaic high-end experience. It was this shift that caused Hewell to strike out on his own.

Disney's official VIP program is still operating; its website advertises peak-season rates starting at $7,000 a day for groups of up to 10 people. "I was just in line," Hewell said, recalling a recent experience, "and a woman behind us was complaining about having to pay so much money for a Disney guide — there were 12 of them, so they were paying $14,000 per day."

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Hewell is often contacted by a travel agent or a traveler directly who's planning a Disney trip . "We don't advertise anywhere," he said, "and it's mostly word of mouth — when you break into certain social circles, a certain private school, then you become the VIP service."

Once booked, he'll talk through a client's weeklong trip in advance on a Zoom call and then will plot out the visit accordingly. He often explains how his service works by likening the trip to a safari: Start early to see the animals or avoid the crowds, and then expect to be back at the hotel by lunchtime.

Hewell emphasized that none of his strategies involve bribing staffers or taking any frowned-upon shortcuts. "It's about knowing what's possible," he said, "And I know who to call, and what to ask for." For example, Hewell doesn't help clients cut lines to meet the characters — he'll set up a character meal or position the guests in the right part of the park to snag a photo when he knows the characters will walk by.

Hewell often works with the office that typically handles corporate groups of 300 or more; for an additional fee, families can tap their services, too — think a private roped-off area for desserts and drinks at the day-ending firework display. For most of his clients, cost isn't a factor when pursuing setups like this.

Knowing the ins and outs of all the parks

There are distinct visitor patterns , he said, and working around them is another insider move. "Never go to the Magic Kingdom on Monday," he said. "Most Americans get off work Friday, rest Saturday, fly Sunday, and that's always their first park."

He learned the rhythm of operations inside the park by chatting with ride attendants. "I'd introduce myself to cast members and say, 'Help me out, I'm trying to have the best possible day — could you answer all my questions about when to be where?'"

The focus of his work in Orlando has shifted since he started in the 1990s, though. Back then, Hewell worked almost entirely with visitors to Disney World, but since the Harry Potter attraction opened at Universal Studios , about 40% of clients also ask him to squire them around there.

Age requirements on rides mean these are often repeat clients, who've visited with their preschoolers and waited until they are 7 or older to venture there. Hewell does have a small operation at Disneyland in California, too, though the vast majority of his client base centers on Disney World.

He works independently of Disney and has no official affiliation with it. While on Disney property, Hewell's staff must remain invisible. "You're not allowed to advertise any other company on property, or wear anything that does, so we blend in with our guests," he said. "I do everything I can not to have a spotlight on us."

Business cratered early in the pandemic, but it's bounced back

When the coronavirus pandemic hit, Hewell went from a guide roster of 28 to just two once the parks reopened. Hewell has slowly rebuilt his team via a training program that takes a minimum of three months.

When he's hiring a new guide, passion for Mickey Mouse is less important than attitude. "The vast majority have no knowledge of anything Disney, but they work in the service industry, so they know how to take care of people," he said. "You can train anybody to know where so and so is, but you can't train personality and attitude."

He's also seen a major shift in his clients as a result of COVID-19: The families are much closer .

"Prior to the pandemic," he said, "the father was a businessman on the phone all day, and perhaps the nannies were closer to the children than their mother or father, but coming out of COVID-19 the families are so close now."

Whatever the travelers' makeup, his guests have one thing in common: They have more money than time.

"The wealthiest percentile doesn't want to come to Disney anymore because it's such a huge hassle, and there's nobody to help them," Hewell said. "That's my niche."

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This Interactive Map Shows When Fall Foliage Will Peak Across the U.S. in 2024

Time to start planning your leaf peeping trips.

Courtesy of smokymountains.com

Attention leaf peepers: It's your time to shine. Fall foliage season is right around the bend, and SmokyMountains.com is back with its interactive map that promises to give travelers the most accurate data on where and when the leaves will turn their vibrant kaleidoscope of colors. 

According to the site, it uses a "refined data model that depends on a combination of factors," including both historical and forecasted temperature and precipitation readings, the unique tree types in each geographic region, and even user-generated data, which the team says is the real game-changer. 

"A couple of years ago, we introduced the capability for end-users to provide real-time leaf reports that will impact both updates and future models," the website shared in a release provided to Travel + Leisure. "However, similar to any meteorological forecast that is dependent on weather variables, the leaf predictions are not 100% accurate. This is why we added the ability for end-users to submit real-time photos last year as well. After publishing our predictive fall foliage map for nearly a decade, we are confident in our data sources, process, and algorithm." 

So, when will things peak in the 2024 fall foliage season? According to the website, Tennessee will see its foliage peak in late October, from October 21-October 25.  Things will light up a little earlier across New England, with Maine seeing its peak at the end of September and into early October. Vermont and New Hampshire are both expected to experience their peaks in early October, between Oct. 7 and Oct. 11. (Though parts of New Hampshire will also see their best colors even earlier, between Sept. 30 to Oct. 4.)  Further south, Massachusetts and Rhode Island will see their peak foliage come in around Oct. 7 through Oct. 14. New York is also expected to see its peak around the same time, between Oct. 7 and Oct. 11.  Around the nation, in Washington State, Virginia, Michigan, North Carolina, Oregon, and Maryland, peepers expect to see the leaves begin changing around mid to late October, peaking toward the end of the month,  And in Colorado, the leaves are expected to begin to change toward the end of September, with the peak hitting between Oct. 14 and Oct. 25. Ready to plot out your fall foliage getaway? First, check out the interactive map at SmokyMountains.com , then peep our list of the 22 best places to see fall foliage around the U.S. for a little more inspiration.  

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Rome floats plan to charge tourists at Trevi Fountain

The Trevi Fountain has an overtourism problem, but locals aren’t sure restrictions are the solution.

After yet another summer of overtourism woes in Italy , officials in Rome are considering new measures to limit crowds at the Trevi Fountain, one of the country’s most famous sites.

Alessandro Onorato, a tourism councilor for Rome, said in an email to The Washington Post that the government wants to implement a timed ticket system to access the basin of the fountain, “a monument that needs to be protected and preserved.” The ticket would be free for Romans and a “symbolic price” of 1 or 2 euros for travelers.

“We want to make a visit to the Trevi Fountain truly a unique and serene experience, without shoulder-to-shoulder with other tourists or pushing our way in,” Onorato said. “And we also want to prevent visitors from eating on the steps, a sandwich or an ice cream, or worse, from jumping into the water.”

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Reuters reported that Rome’s mayor, Roberto Gualtieri, said such a plan was a “concrete” possibility and that Italy’s tourism minister, Daniela Santanchè, was open to a program for controlling visitation at the fountain similar to that at the Pantheon. The Italian Culture Ministry debuted a 5-euro ticket system at the Pantheon last year.

Tourism hit record numbers in Italy in 2023, and the country’s popularity shows no signs of waning. Next year, the Vatican is celebrating a “Jubilee” year, which takes place every quarter-century. The 2025 Jubilee is expected to bring an additional 30 million pilgrims to Rome, the Associated Press reported .

The impending influx “does make it worth considering some way to control the crowds,” said Kathy McCabe , host of the travel show “Dream of Italy” on PBS.

McCabe has fond memories of visiting the Trevi Fountain decades ago when there were, at most, a few handfuls of people appreciating the baroque masterpiece. Today, it’s a different experience , with masses of tourists crammed around the perimeter jockeying for a view or selfie.

McCabe says the fountain, like the name of her show, represents the dream of Italy, “of what it once was and what we hope it would be,” she said. And at the same time, it’s the reality of Italy: a place struggling to cope with its immense popularity.

She’s conflicted about crowd mitigation measures but understands where city officials are coming from.

“Maybe it’s something they could just do in the high season,” she said. “But like in many places across Europe, almost every month is high season now in Rome.”

Unlike the Pantheon — a former Roman temple that visitors now pay to go inside — the Trevi Fountain is an open-air destination nestled in the meeting of three roads that melds into the neighborhood. Critics of the proposed ticketing system say cordoning off the fountain would be disruptive.

“Moving through the streets is already so unpleasant due to the numerous bottlenecks,” said Katie Parla , a Rome-based author and tour guide who has lived in the city for more than 21 years.

She added, “I don’t think that visitors or locals will benefit from constricting a very, very intensely trafficked part of the city.”

Flavio Scannavino, general manager of the Hotel De’ Ricci , located about a mile from the Trevi Fountain, agrees that it’s difficult to get around the city during high season because of the throng of visitors. He welcomes a way to better regulate the flow of foot traffic, especially ahead of the Jubilee.

However, Scannavino calls any proposed fee to see the fountain “in bad taste.”

“I don’t think it’s right that the people have to pay to enjoy this beauty,” he said.

Parla also believes such limitations are antithetical to the essence of the fountain, which was inaugurated as a work of public art commissioned by Pope Clement XII in the 18th century.

“And yet, access to the Trevi Fountain for local residents is increasingly complicated by the enormous hordes of tourists that start even at 6 in the morning these days — which is pretty unprecedented,” she said.

Simone Amorico, CEO of the private tour operator Access Italy , passed by the fountain on Thursday afternoon. Even in September, after the peak summer rush has come and gone from the city, “it’s the busiest place in Rome,” he said of the site. “It’s very crowded, even in low season.”

Amorico isn’t sure whether any effort to restrict access will pass, particularly in the timeline proposed by Onorato.

Rules are “not easy to change” in Italy, he said.

But he’s in favor of any effort to regulate the fountain. Echoing Santanchè, he pointed to the recent changes at the Pantheon.

“There was overtourism there, too, but now you need to book a time slot and it’s a lot better, actually,” he said. “There has to be some sort of prevention against overtourism in these popular monuments.”

Parla said the Pantheon changes haven’t been perfect, calling the process of buying admission a “mess” because of a complicated website and a confusing ticket office location.

“I’m not encouraged by the sort of precursor to this and just generally don’t agree with charging for public art,” she said.

Parla would rather see the city come up with a strategic communication plan to market other less-visited historic sites , such as Museum of the Palazzo Massimo or the Basilica of Sant’Agostino .

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Your Hotel Is on Strike. What Should You Do?

With hotel chains and union members locked in a dispute over wages and working conditions, strikes could continue to disrupt travel in major U.S. destinations. Here’s what to know.

By Derek M. Norman

Over the busy Labor Day weekend, at least 10,000 unionized front-desk workers, housekeepers and other employees at dozens of hotel properties across the country walked off the job after failing to come to an agreement in contract negotiations.

The mostly two- and three-day strikes affected some Hilton, Hyatt, Marriott and Fairmont hotels in nine destinations, including Baltimore; Boston; Greenwich, Conn.; Honolulu; Kauai, Hawaii; San Diego; San Francisco; San Jose, Calif.; and Seattle.

With members of the UNITE HERE union at Hilton, Hyatt, Marriott and Omni properties across the country still engaged in contentious talks over wages and working conditions, rolling strikes could possibly disrupt travel plans for months to come.

Hotels chains say they plan to keep affected properties open, perhaps with modified services. But they may not always notify travelers that a strike is happening, so inquire ahead of time, or you may be surprised to find a spirited picket line in front of your hotel when you arrive.

Here’s what else you need to know.

There’s a strike at the hotel where I have a reservation. What should I do?

First, call the hotel and ask to speak to a manager to confirm that a strike is taking place there. UNITE HERE has also created a website, FairHotel.org , that offers an updated map of which properties are experiencing labor disputes. Ask the manager which services are being affected by the strike, and ask about the hotel’s cancellation policy.

Then decide if you still want to stay at the hotel.

Besides weighing the effect on services, consider your feelings about the dispute itself, said Bjorn Hanson, an adjunct professor at the New York University Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality. Some travelers like to support the business and keep their reservation at the property, Dr. Hanson said. Others prefer to support the striking workers by not crossing a picket line.

If you choose not to stay at the affected hotel, he said, you should first book new accommodations and then call your original hotel as soon as possible to cancel.

In the case of past strikes, Dr. Hanson said, “Individual hotels have some discretion, but the hotel company policy was: Whatever our cancellation policy is, is the policy we will maintain during the strike. So at the very least, that is what the regular, average traveler should keep in mind and plan around,” he said.

The cancellation policy at Hilton , Hyatt , Marriott and Omni hotels generally depends on your specific rate and dates of your stay, so you’ll need to look up your reservation on their app or website.

Will my hotel stay open during the strike?

In general, hotels say they are prepared to operate without disruption.

Representatives for Hyatt, Hilton and Omni all said that they had contingency plans to minimize any strikes’ impact on hotel operations. Marriott did not respond to request for comment.

While the chains would not reveal details of those plans, they are likely to use nonunion employees, Dr. Hanson said. They might also, for example, substitute a grab-and-go buffet for table service. And outside contractors may be hired to perform services that hotel staff would typically perform.

During another recent major hotel strike, last summer in Los Angeles, thousands of hotel workers walked off the job just as travelers were gearing up for the Fourth of July. That first strike was resolved after three days . Sporadic walkouts at other properties throughout the summer affected housekeeping services for some guests and caused disruptions after event organizers canceled events .

What are the sticking points in the talks?

Hotel workers are calling for higher wages, as well as the reversal of Covid-era staffing and service cuts. Housekeepers at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor , for example, are asking for a raise to $20 an hour from $16.20 now.

During the pandemic, the union said, many hotels cut staffing and guest services like daily housekeeping and room service , which caused some workers to lose income and also created a heavier workload for the remaining employees.

Follow New York Times Travel on Instagram and sign up for our weekly Travel Dispatch newsletter to get expert tips on traveling smarter and inspiration for your next vacation. Dreaming up a future getaway or just armchair traveling? Check out our 52 Places to Go in 2024 .

An earlier version of this article misstated the number of hotel properties that were on strike as of Sunday afternoon. It was 24, not more than 25.

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Derek M. Norman is a senior news assistant for the International section of The Times. More about Derek M. Norman