Descending is possible, but it is a tautology, since “descending” already expresses the idea of a downward movement. Getting off at the hotel is fine, but at first glance it makes little sense from a linguistic point of view. So why not just say “go to the hotel?” We must return to the etymology of the word “descendre”. according to Le Petit Robert in French, it comes from the Latin word “descendere”, dating from the 11th century and derived from the “scandere” family. which means “to rise”. Generally used to describe the fact of “going down”. According to the Historical Dictionary of French, this verb is used in the 14th century to refer to a horseman who dismounts, but also to a traveler who stops in front of a house or some other type of accommodation to stop there.
Does this remind you of anything? Nowadays, even if you are no longer on horseback and arrive at a hotel by car, train or plane, you still stay there. With this information freed from the mind, you can now put down your luggage and enjoy the establishment you have set your sights on.
N.F.
By the way, how are hotel stars assigned?
The classification criteria are sometimes surprising. A hotel with a clean facade in good condition? It’s just a commitment from 3 stars. Additional pillow or blanket. No need to go to the palace for this, both are available on first star request. On the other hand, don’t brush before the third if you forgot the hair dryer.
And you’ll have to move up a category to get in-room breakfast. Just like providing personal ironing facilities on request. For a toothbrush or toothpaste, you have to go down to a 5-star hotel where the hygiene package is offered. Just like the robe. However, you have the right to complain if you have nothing to hang your jacket on; A wardrobe with six hangers should be recommended from the first star.
But the elevator is imposed only from the second, and even if there are at least four floors. There is still work to be done in terms of accessibility and sustainable development. Atout France saves hoteliers, most of the criteria set can be “compensated” with options.
YBG.
Source: Le Figaro
