Vicksburg's BEST Hotel? La Quinta Inn & Suites Review (Shocking!)
La Quinta Inn & Suites, Vicksburg: My (Shocking!) Honest Breakdown - Buckle Up!
Alright, folks, let’s talk Vicksburg. History, blues, and… hotels. Specifically, the La Quinta Inn & Suites Vicksburg. I’m not going to sugarcoat it - I've had experiences that were… memorable. Some good, some… let's just say they made me appreciate the phrase "rustic charm." This isn't your dry, corporate travel review. This is me, spilling the beans.
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First impressions, folks. First impressions. Driving up, it looks clean. A bit… beige. But hey, beige is safe, right? RIGHT? Anyway, let's check in.
Getting Around and Accessibility:
This is where La Quinta actually shines. Accessibility gets a big thumbs up. The elevator works (I checked!), the hallways are wide, and the rooms I saw had decent maneuverability for wheelchairs. Wheelchair accessible? Yep, they've got it covered. Kudos to that! They also list Facilities for disabled guests as a top feature. This is a serious plus, especially in a place like Vicksburg where history can be, let's say, "unyielding" in its modern accommodations.
Inside the Room - A Mixed Bag:
Okay, let's talk about the room specifics. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! YES! And it actually worked – a minor miracle, sometimes. Internet access? They have it as well, and they call it Internet [LAN], and Internet services, which is nice to see. Wi-Fi in public areas? Also, provided.
Available in All Rooms:
- Air conditioning: A MUST in Mississippi!
- Alarm clock: Standard.
- Bathroom phone: …Why? Seriously, why? I didn’t call anyone, though.
- Bathtub: Thank goodness. After a day of battlefield touring, a soak can save your sanity.
- Blackout curtains: Essential for sleeping in.
- Carpeting: Looked clean.
- Closet: Big enough.
- Coffee/tea maker: Needed.
- Complimentary tea: Nice touch. Especially after battling… well, just the sheer humidity.
- Daily housekeeping: Yes!
- Desk: Functional.
- Extra long bed: A godsend for tall folks.
- Free bottled water: Appreciated.
- Hair dryer: Standard
- In-room safe box: A must-use, trust me.
- Internet access – wireless: See, they provide everything!
- Ironing facilities: Needed.
- Linens: Soft.
- Mini bar: Empty.
- Mirror: Well-placed.
- Non-smoking: I think.
- Private bathroom: Always a win.
- Reading light: Useful for reading.
- Refrigerator: For the… drinks… and maybe that leftover BBQ you brought back.
- Satellite/cable channels: Lots of channels.
- Seating area: Comfortable enough.
- Separate shower/bathtub: Another win.
- Shower: Works.
- Smoke detector: Thank goodness.
- Socket near the bed: Essential for charging phones!
- Soundproofing: Pretty good, but you could still hear… things… from the hallway.
- Telephone: Rarely used anymore, but it was there.
- Towels: Fluffy enough.
- Wi-Fi [free]: Yes!
- Window that opens: Needed.
Where it falls down (a bit): I did notice some slightly dated decor. And let's just say, the "view" from my window was… of the parking lot. More Room decorations could be nice. But hey, I wasn’t there for interior design, right?
The Whole "Cleanliness and Safety" Deal:
Okay, let's get real. Cleanliness is paramount these days. La Quinta, in their defense, attempts to address this. They mention Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, and Rooms sanitized between stays. Staff trained in safety protocol? I believe so. I didn't see any explicit safety certificate like you sometimes see in European hotels.
- They do offer Room sanitization opt-out available, which is good.
- They also list Individually-wrapped food options, which I appreciated.
- Shared stationery removed? Good.
- Cashless payment service - Yes.
However… the devil is in the details. I didn't see anyone with a fogging machine at all, and though they list things like First aid kit, Hand sanitizer, and Sterilizing equipment as common amenities, you could spot them pretty regularly. Despite the lists, there are some aspects of the cleanliness that could be improved.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking – AKA, Breakfast Blues:
This is where we hit some turbulence. Breakfast [buffet], is listed - and that’s fair. They claim to offer Asian breakfast, and Western breakfast… but it felt… generic. It was a bit of a letdown. You have:
- Breakfast takeaway service = Check
- Coffee/tea in restaurant = Check.
- Buffet in restaurant = Check.
- Coffee shop = Doesn't exist.
- Restaurants = Restaurant is a stretch.
Let’s be clear: It was functional, but not exactly a culinary journey. And the "atmosphere" of the breakfast area wasn't particularly inspiring.
Pool, Gym, Spa?…Let’s Manage Those Expectations.
Okay, the Swimming pool is there. Swimming pool [outdoor] is there, too. I saw it. It looked… refreshingly blue. I didn’t get in, but it looked inviting.
- They list Gym/fitness - which is a small room with a tread mill.
- Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, - Nope.
Everything Else: Services and Conveniences
- Air conditioning in public area: Yes.
- Audio-visual equipment for special events, Business facilities, Invoice provided, Luggage storage, Meetings : All on the list, but not really their strong suit.
- Concierge?: No.
- Contactless check-in/out: Yes!
- Convenience store: Doesn’t exist.
- Currency exchange: Nope.
- Daily housekeeping: yes.
- Doorman: lol.
- Dry cleaning, Elevator, Ironing service, Laundry service, Yes
- On-site event hosting: Maybe, but probably better reserved for a larger hotel.
- Smoking area: Exists.
- Terrace: There.
- Wi-Fi for special events: Yes.
- Xerox/fax in business center: Yes.
For the Kids:
- Family/child friendly: Yes.
- Babysitting service, Kids meal, Kid's facilities Nope.
The Quirks (And the Occasional "What Were They Thinking?"):
Okay, here we go. This is where La Quinta earned its stars (and lost a few, too). I'll be honest, I had some moments.
- The Pet Policy (which is allegedly "Allowed"): I'm a huge fan of pet-friendly hotels. However… (and this is where things get truly personal) …I heard some things that made me re-evaluate my love for dogs. Let's just say the soundproofing could be better if you're expecting a quiet night.
Alright, Buckle up, Buttercups! This ain't your grandma's itinerary. We're talking La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Vicksburg, Mississippi. Prepare for a wild ride… and maybe some mild existential dread.
Day 1: Arrival and the Great Hotel Room Debacle
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Arrive at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN). Ugh, airport food. Always a gamble. Ate some mystery chicken that had me eyeing the bathroom for the next hour. Jumped into the rental car – a surprisingly spiffy Ford Escape. Found the La Quinta. My internal monologue: "Please, God, let the A/C work. Please."
- 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Check-in…smooth sailing? Nah. Turns out the room they gave me faced the interstate. Constant truck noise, a symphony of roaring engines. I thought I asked for tranquility, not a NASCAR time trial. I'm not an angry person, but… I tried to stay calm. I mean, it was the budget option.
- 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: The Hotel Room Assessment. Okay, let's assess. Standard La Quinta fare. Two double beds, a questionable painting of… something vaguely abstract, and that weird institutional smell that's the signature scent of every mid-tier hotel. I'd find myself a can of Febreeze later.
- 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: MISSION: FOOD. I was STARVING. After finding a mediocre burger joint (and an empty, sad-looking salad), I decided to head back to the hotel and freshen up.
- 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Seriously considering a meltdown and requesting a new room. Decided against it. I would just tough it out. Decided I'd let the noise fade into background static.
- 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: "Vicksburg Battlefield, Here I Come!" …or, well, drive there, at least. Pre-battlefield exploration, I decided. But first, food. Then, food. Then more food.
- 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Attempted to watch some TV. Realized I was too exhausted. This is the life, right?
Day 2: The Civil War, and the Soul-Crushing Reality of Overeating
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel. The "continental breakfast buffet" was… well, let's just say it wouldn't win any culinary awards. But free is free, and I'm a sucker for carbs. Waffles, anyone?
- 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Vicksburg National Military Park. Okay, this was the real deal. The sheer scale of the battlefield is mind-blowing. I walked by the Confederate Cemetery, and immediately got chills thinking about all the young men lost here. I am no history buff, but it certainly makes you think… I explored the USS Cairo Museum. The scale of the Civil War's bloodshed is sobering, even for a novice like me. The guided tour ended up being a bit dry, but I learned a lot.
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch. Again. Gravy. I'm honestly losing track. The food on this trip is going to be the death of me.
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Rest at the hotel. After that, I was exhausted. Also, now that I had taken a long walk, the thought of not finding a new room was really starting to bother me.
- 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Found a new room… on the other side of the hotel! Bless the front-desk woman for helping me out. What a relief.
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Deciding what to do.
- 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: I drove down Washington street, and got a small bite to eat. The food didn't disappoint.
- 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Found a small bookstore to browse.
- 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Attempting to sleep. It would be easier without the highway noise. But at least there was a new room.
Day 3: Departure (Thank God)
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Attempted the breakfast buffet again. This time, I focused on the fruit. At least it looked healthy.
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Checked out of the hotel. I gave it my best shot, La Quinta.
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Stopped by a gas station.
- 11:00 AM: Headed back to the airport.
- 12:00 PM: Flight! Back to reality.
Ramblings and Imperfections:
- I ate so much. SO. MUCH. I need to start running. And maybe therapy.
- The hotel room situation was a minor annoyance, but, I survived.
- The Vicksburg Battlefield was incredibly moving. History is depressing.
- I still don't understand what the abstract painting in the hotel room was supposed to be.
- I wish I had brought a book.
- The Civil War is really, really sad.
- I'm slightly obsessed with the highway noise now.
Overall: This trip was… a mixed bag. History lesson, good food, and a semi-decent hotel. I'll probably forget most of it in a week, but the memories of the battlefield, and the endless parade of food, will linger. Maybe. Okay, definitely. Maybe I'll even go back… someday. But next time, I'm requesting a quiet room. And bringing my own snacks.
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So, You Want to Crochet? (Good Luck, Sweetheart!) - A Totally Unofficial FAQ
1. Why Crochet? Is It... Worth It? (Asking for a Friend... Who is Me.)
Alright, let's get real. Why torture yourself with yarn and hooks? Honestly? For the same reason I watch reality TV: a strange cocktail of boredom, a desperate need for *something* to occupy my hands, and the faint, flickering hope that maybe, just maybe, I'll create something *amazing*. Like, a scarf so glorious it makes people weep. (Spoiler alert: that hasn't happened yet. Mostly I make lumpy, wonky squares that my cat *loves* to bat around). But the point is, there's a tiny bit of magic in crafting something with your own two hands. And the satisfaction of finishing a project? Chef's kiss! Even if it's a wonky square.
2. Okay, Fine. I'm In. What Do I Need to Start? (And Please Don't Say "Patience.")
Alright, listen up, rookie. What you *need* is deceptively simple. A hook. Some yarn. And the internet, because let's be honest, YouTube is your new best friend. But here's a pro-tip that your overly-optimistic YouTube tutorials might skip: get a hook that feels GOOD in your hand. Seriously. I started with a cheap metal one, and it was like being poked with a tiny, angry ice pick. My hand cramped, I got frustrated, and nearly threw the whole project (and myself) out the window. Now I have a set of ergonomic hooks and it's a GAME CHANGER. Also, get good scissors. Trust me. You'll be surprised how much scissors are needed.
3. What's the Deal with 'Yarn'? It's... Not Just Yarn, Is It?
Oh, honey. Welcome to the Yarn Aisle of Doom. It's a rabbit hole, a vortex of textures, colors, and confusing numbers. You've got cotton, wool, acrylic, blends, chunky, fine, variegated, solid... it's overwhelming. My advice for a beginner? Start cheap. Don't blow your retirement fund on merino wool until you can consistently make something that *resembles* a thing. Acrylic yarn is your friend. It's forgiving, easy to find, and relatively inexpensive. Embrace it. Learn to love it. You'll be glad you did when you inevitably unravel your work (which, by the way, happens. A LOT). I've cried. More than once. Over unraveled yarn. Don't judge me.
4. What are the Basic Stitches? And Do I *Really* Have to Learn Them All?
Okay, so the holy trinity of crochet is single crochet, double crochet, and a slip stitch. (And the chain, which is the foundation of everything). Can you get away with *just* those? Technically, yes. Will you be able to make all the cool things? Probably not. But start with the basics. Master the single crochet. It's the workhorse of crochet. Then, move on to the double crochet. It's faster. And slip stitches, well, they are your best friends when you need to close off. You'll probably find yourself muttering "chain, single, double, slip" in your sleep. Don't worry, it's normal. (Well, maybe not *normal*, but a sign that you're actually learning something!). My first *real* project was a granny square, and I’ve made a bunch of them since (but not as many as I thought).
5. What if I... Mess Up? (Because Let's Be Honest, I *Will* Mess Up.)
Oh, darling. You *will* mess up. It's not a question of *if*, but *when* and *how epically*. You'll drop stitches. You'll add stitches where they don't belong. You'll accidentally create a Mobius strip (it happens). You'll swear you understand a pattern, only to realize after an hour of work that you've been doing it wrong. The trick? Don't panic. Unravel. And learn from your mistakes. I had the worst time on this one scarf. I was so close, but I messed up the pattern. I cried, then I started over. Now? The scarf is a favorite. Embrace the mistakes. They're part of the process. And, you know what? Sometimes the imperfections are what make your creation... unique. Or at least, that's what I tell myself when I have to unravel for the fifth time.
6. Reading the Patterns... Is it Like Reading Another Language?
YES! It’s worse than learning French! The symbols, the abbreviations, the diagrams that are supposed to make sense… it’s a conspiracy! Seriously, when I first started, it was like staring into the abyss. I would spend hours deciphering those hieroglyphs. My advice? Start with the simplest of patterns. Work your way up. Don't be afraid to Google abbreviations. There are plenty of cheat sheets that will teach you what "dc" and "sc" mean. And most importantly, don't get discouraged! It takes practice. My biggest problem was sometimes, I would miss a whole row and then not realize it until I was 5 rows further and things just… weren't working anymore.
7. What About Tension? Everyone Keeps Talking About Tension!
Oh, tension. The bane of every crocheter's existence. It's how tightly you pull your yarn. Too tight, and your work will be stiff and difficult to work with. Too loose, and it'll be…well, loose and floppy. Finding the right tension is a skill, and like all skills, it takes practice. I used to grip my yarn like I was trying to strangle it. Result? Cramped hands and a finished product that felt like cardboard. Now, I try to hold it gently, letting the yarn flow through my fingers. Does it always work? Nope. Sometimes I still get carried away and my tension goes haywire. But I'm getting better. And, as a bonus, it helps with that weird urge to be pulling on something, I've found that my anxiety gets much better when I crochet.
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