Truth be told, there’s no way I’d travel with my two, big, drooling basset hounds, but pet travel is on the rise and has been for the past several years. Even pet travel to Hawaii, with its strict entrance policies, has risen 30 percent, according to an article this week in the Honolulu Advertiser.

Maybe pooch-toting celebs such as Paris with her teacup Chihuahua contributed to the craze. Whatever the reason, hotels have jumped on board with pet-pampering programs to lure guests. A couple of my favorite programs include: Kimpton’s VIP (Very Important Pet) program, which welcomes your pet with gourmet dog treats, bottled water, a dog bowl and chew toys. Also, W Hotels’ PAW program features doggie happy hour and a 4-legger menu.