Continental Breakfast = Sugar

Posted by Dan Florio Apr 8, 2006

Mmmmm. Danishes. Toasted frozen waffles with syrup and packets of maple sugar oatmeal, donuts and muffins. Yeah, I like my free hotel "Continental Breakfasts". There is usually something for everyone, even jelly packets for picky children - ie, Condimental Breakfasts, as the Luxury Travel writer insists on calling them.

I will even pick a hotel with free breakfasts even when I can certainly afford to eat out - I like the convenience and I love getting a freebie. And I resent being nickled and dimed by things like phone charges and Internet fees, so a free breakkie will go along way towards making me likeable in the morning.

For my low carb wife, those starchy, sweet spreads are tough to handle. But low-carb CAN be done if you plan ahead and are inventive. If you are lucky enough to get a free breakfast with eggs, you are all set.

...or, HEY! At least enjoy the free black coffee! (Okay, you can add milk and Splenda.) :-)