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[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Do You Tip the Hotel Maid?

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Do you tip housekeeping when you stay at a hotel? See the surprises Jersey Joe gets when he does!

Hotel maids are experts when it comes to cleaning.  They have tips and tricks to turn a large number of rooms quickly.  Take a look at their cart for example.  They have everything they need within arm’s reach.

You can also use some of their tips to improve your cleaning at home.

  1. They clean the clutter first – it’s easier to turn a room with a blank slate.
  2. They prefer microfiber cloths – but in a pinch an old t-shirt or pillow case
  3. Always turn a bed sheet so the tags are at the bottom.  The tags can help you figure out which is the longer and shorter end of the sheet.
  4. Whack the drapes with a hard towel.  That will loosen the dust, then you can vacuum it up with the rest of the room.
  5. Vacuum before you mop
  6. Vacuum the high traffic areas first, then hit them a second time as you do the rest of the room.
  7. Clean the bathroom last – it minimizes the transfer of bacteria
  8. Some cleaners take several minutes to work. Read the bottle.  But, spray down the shower and toilet, go clean something else, then go back after several minutes to the let cleaner do it’s work.
  9. White vinegar and water is the best cleaner
  10. Always have a toothbrush on hand for the tough spots
  11. Make yourself a little version of a hotel room cleaning cart.

THE 411

Name: Hotel maids and housekeepers

What: they clean hotel rooms daily

Location: hotels and motels around the world

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

Like I said in my blog, I try to tip each one $5 per night.  Most will restock the room shampoos and soaps, whether I need them or not.

My other hotel advice is to always make sure you have the DO NOT DISTURB sign on the door.  Some of these workers can start as early as 8am and could be pounding on your door, hours before check out!

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[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Is He Going to Hell?

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Jersey Joe meets up with two of his awesome Twitter followers Joel and Nick for a conversation with the Jesus preaching guys on Las Vegas Boulevard.

THE 411

What: Las Vegas Blvd.

Where: casino strip in Las Vegas, Nevada

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

Is this the place or the way to push the Word of God?  You decide…

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe LIVE] Chat 20 Floors Above Las Vegas Blvd.

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Jersey Joe chats with his twitter followers and explores the view above the Las Vegas Strip in this special rebroadcast or a live Periscope episode!

THE 411

What: Las Vegas, Nevada

Gambling legalized: 1931

Location: tourist destination

City Population: 583,756 (as of 2010)

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

Thanks for everyone who joined for my live chat and keep your eyes peeled for more!

In a few weeks, get ready to take a look back at my live ride on the Circus Circus Reno Tram!

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[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Las Vegas Quiz 2

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Jersey Joe checks out more funny sights from Las Vegas, Nevada.

Since gambling was first legalized in Vegas, back in 1931… the city has been a non-stop show with millions of tourists flocking to the casinos, shows, and attractions yearly.  Vegas has taken a different turn recently by adding more non-gambling attractions.  Along with the glitz and glamour of the casinos, the city has evolved into a restaurant and entertainment mecca.

THE 411

What: Las Vegas, Nevada

Gambling legalized: 1931

Location: tourist destination

City Population: 583,756 (as of 2010)

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

Still one of my favorite places to visit.

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[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Awesome Halloween Costumes

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Jersey Joe checks out some awesome and funny Halloween costumes that you can buy online.

THE 411

Activity: Halloween Costumes

What: disguises worn by children and adults to dress up as different characters.

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

If you see any awesome costumes, or have any great ideas… pass them along!

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Talking with Novocain

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Have you ever been shot up with Novocain at the dentist?  See what happens when Jersey Joe tries to speak after his dentist accidentally hits a nerve with the needle!

Novocain is a drug used by dentists to numb parts of the mouth when minor oral surgery is required.  While it is supposed to cut out the pain, it can hurt a bit when being injected.  Especially in my case when my dentist hit a nerve!

THE 411

What: Novocain

Also referred to as: novocaine or Procaine

Uses: Dentistry

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JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

My experience was not fun.  It was seriously like biting down on a live electrical wire.  Ever stick your finger in an electric outlet as a kid?  It’s pretty much the same sensation.  I could feel every nerve ending on the side of my head!  While it did numb the area quickly, I could still feel tingling for days.

Now, I do like my dentist and nothing like this has ever happened before.  He told me the odds are about 1 in 100 of this happening.  Hope I didn’t scare you too much!

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Burger King Halloween Whopper Taste Test

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In this SPECIAL EDITION, Jersey Joe taste tests Burger King’s new Halloween Whopper sandwich.  The first ever fast food sandwich with an all black bun in the US.

Specialty hamburgers with black buns have been featured as promotional items at fast food restaurants overseas for years.  The first, a Star Wars Darth Vador burger was sold by Quick restaurants in France in 2012.  Burger King immediately followed the same year in Japan, with a Premium Kuro Burger (which means Black Burger in English.)

However, the Burger King Halloween Whopper marks the first time a black burger has appeared in the United States.  Taco Bell did sell a blackjack, black colored taco shell, back in 2009.

THE 411

Name: Halloween Whopper

Restaurant: Burger King

Price: $4.99 sandwich only (value meals start at $7.99)

Website: www.bk.com

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JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

It’s a fun, novelty item for Halloween.  Give it a try.  I also like the addition of the A-1 sauce, instead of ketchup on a traditional Whopper.  A word or warning… the internet rumors are true.  Not to be gross, but it does turn an interesting color coming out the other end!  You’ll see!

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] The More You Know

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Remember those awesome The More You Know public service announcements? Jersey Joe takes a look back and has a few of his own!

First released in September 1989, these public service announcements replaced One to Grow On PSAs that  originally targeted children and offered life lessons.  The first PSA featured NBC news anchor Tom Brokaw, now each features a different NBC star or news personality.  The PSA can still be seen throughout the broadcast network’s schedule.  Both Presidents George W. Bush and Barak Obama have recorded their own versions as well.

THE 411

Name: The More You Know

What: public service announcements for kids

Why: offers life lessons for children while watching television

Network: NBC

Link: www.themoreyouknow.com

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

These PSA’s are great and are often parodied on late night and comedy shows, but it’s cool to see A list stars stopping for a moment to make sure the viewer has a better life.  Have any of these ever made a difference in yours?

You can find a list of every celebrity who ever recorded on of these here.  How many do you remember?

[Kicking Back with Jersey Joe] Don’t Put It in the Fridge

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We’ve all heard the rumors and everyone has an opinion.  But, Jersey Joe has the real deal on items you should never put in the refrigerator.

THE 411

What: refrigerator

Idea: household appliance that keeps food cold

JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:

Don’t keep food in there too long, just eat it!

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