Hampton Inn and Suites Tifton, Georgia

While planning a trip to Florida, I decided to schedule a stop and reserve a room at the Hampton Inn and Suites Tifton, Georgia. This hotel if family friendly and located off I-70. The room was large enough to accommodate me, the wife and our three children. The full pull out couch provided the final sleeping arrangements. I reserved a two king be suite and it was pretty sweet. The room was almost a true suite in that it had a separate sleeping and living area. However, instead of a door dividing the room, a long and very nicely designed working table/desk split the areas. True to the suite description, there was a separate kitchen area with sink and refrigerator.

There are tons of places where weary travelers can eat and re energize. Applebees, Chili's, and the newly opened Olive Garden are within a short driving distance. The workout room has machines, exercise balls and some barbells.

We were able to conveniently fill up at a local gas station and top off at the Starbucks before getting back on the journey.

Hampton Inn, East Tuscaloosa, Alabama

I reserved two rooms at the Hampton Inn, East Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The hotel was located right off interstate 59 at 6400 Interstate Drive, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, 35453. The hotel was easy to find, convenient and offered many discount options.

I stayed in a quiet two queen bedroom. I enjoyed the experience and after a short night on the town, turned in to rest for the Warrior Dash, Alabama event on November 2, 2013.

Each room had hairdryers, microwaves and ironing boards. If you need to wash clothes, they have a laundry area and provide valet services. The breakfast was complete with continental style goodies to include waffles, eggs and trimmings, pastries, fruit, cereal and oatmeal.

Though not directly in Tuscaloosa center, the Hampton Inn is definitely close to everything. The Tuscaloosa Mall and the across the street large outdoor shopping complex is a five minute drive. High end shopping and eating is available and the University of Alabama is just around the corner.

While there, we visited the  Alcove Tavern, http://www.alcovetavern.com/. The place served no food, but had a decent beer selection on tap and bottled from around the world. Next, we went to Wilhagan's of Tuscaloosa, an excellent place for Cajun and Creole food and pool. I recommend the pork and beef brisket, a great way to unwind before a race.