Hey.. you never know when you just might need a light bulb. I was thinking that perhaps a black light might make your stay...say...more interesting. Perhaps you could bring one of those nifty 70's black light rock posters (remember them?)?

Now Michelle, you know you are supposed to bring glow-in-the-dark body paint for the black light.

I guess I would add if the hotel won't fix it leave or never return.

Does not get any simpler than that.

Sarah, no, not just leave it! Go to TripAdvisor and post! So others will be warned.

About 95% of my travel is for work and I have stayed at my share of Super 8's, Comforts and Red Roofs in my life. About 150-175 nights a year.

I DO carry my own alarm clock. I do not rely on a wake up call or the clock radio in the room since I am working and need to be up on time. It's a small clock that uses a single AAA battery (which i havent replaced in about a year and a half..hmmm...) and fits in my computer bag nicely.

My sheets sometimes become untucked at home too and if I knew anyone who would do something about it I'd complain.

Never felt the need to carry a light bulb or drain plug with me. If your travelling by auto it's a good idea to have a flashlight in your vehicle anyway.

I can live a day or so with nondescript coffee so never brought my own. I see people vacationing who bring their own pillows - especially children so to each his own.

My pet peeve is at the desk checking in when the clerk continually stops to answer the phone. I wait til the second time and simply say "Don't answer that til we're done".

GoT, you're right (re: paint) but where would I fit it? What with my pillow, sheets, clock, tv, kitchen sink, etc. there really isn't any more room in my luggage.

P.S. uh...