Apply baby powder on the build plate, shake of the excess. Seems to fill in the gaps. I can't recall where i learnt about it, but it works really well. Stickiness on textured pei is comparable to pla or petg.

I used to throw the textured pei plate with the sticking print into the freezer for 15 min, made removal much easier. Now I just add baby powder onto my build plate, and remove the print at room temp. Much easier, a little messier

I have, more than once. Although I do pay extra care to book resorts known for the quality of their catering. But yes, you xan have a huge buffet with restaurant quality food. That also means you see a dozen cooks standing behind the buffet preparing the food, and pricing reflects this as well.