in the VIP section? Do you think vice squad is paying for membership or making up reviews to get access to the VIP area?

I think we have to be a little bit more specific about location, since that's a very helpful piece of information to have for hobbyists.  As an example, "DC area" could be College Park, or it could be Fairfax.  I live in Baltimore, and while it's possible that I might make the drive to CP, there's no way I'm going to Virginia -- I don't have that kind of time.

We need to balance a lot of different issues -- discretion (to keep off LE radar), accountability (to keep from getting ripped off), and convenience (to make it possible to *find* a provider).  It's hard to get the balance just right, and it may well change over time.  It's also important to have some way for newbies to figure out what to do and not get cheated blind, but there's always some risk of LE getting hold of information intended for newbies.  You can't totally eliminate the LE risk -- it's just part of the biz, I'm afraid.

Agreed, I've seen guys mention the exact hotel in reviews and felt like - uh oh, now everyone knows where she is and why this guy is walking in off the street and so on. Although mentioning the town, like Laurel or College Park and mentioning that she is in a suite hotel off 270 is good enough. Most people know the areas and that's all you need.
I disagree with not disclosing some of the formalities. Someone mentioned in a review that Sexy Sarah likes for you to take your shoes off at the door. A small nicety and much appreciated on her part. I'm sure LE knows all the "tricks" to try and get around them. It's their job.
Simple things like - never talk about exactly what sex act will take place before you're into it, and never talk about money.
NEVER talk about money. Between this site and theirs you should know exactly what to leave in a sealed envelope or birthday card.
Guys if you feel the need to haggle.... just....  don't try to.... ahhh, nevermind.