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Travel Tip: High-Tech Gadget Obsessed Hotels

Locations in this article:  Chicago, IL Las Vegas, NV Seattle, WA

Sheraton New YorkIf you’re a gadget-obsessed traveler then why not check into a hotel that’s also keeping up with the times? These high-tech hotel gizmos are meant to make your life easier.

Several Sheraton Hotels have teamed up with Microsoft to create something called “Link at Sheraton” lounges in the lobbies.

At these work stations you have access to free Internet and Wi-Fi.

At the James Hotel in Chicago guests can operate the lights, window blinds, thermostat and even the TV using only one remote control.

Since Seattle is geek central, Hotel 1000 has wireless Internet throughout the hotel so you can work anywhere.

In the room, infrared signals can tell when you’re in the room to set the thermostat to the temperature you want.

The Mandarin Oriental’s Las Vegas property will have a high-tech welcome system next year.

Once you enter your room the drapes will open, the lights will turn on, and get this – the TV will show a message displaying your name.

Hey, some gadgets you need, and some you don’t.

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