Let’s Visit Paris

Sitting on the river Seine in the heart of Northern France, this capital city of 2+ million has captured the heart of the world. For its art, its culture, its fashion, and more – the reasons are too many to count for why each year hordes of travelers make their way here.

The history of Paris is a dynamic one, from its humble starts as a Celtic settlement through the French Revolution and two World Wars up to its golden age as a global hub that it still enjoys today.

This rich past infuses modern-day Paris, with a blending of old and new that makes it feel timeless. The Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Elysées, Notre Dame cathedral, the Basilica of the Sacré Cœur, the Panthéon, the Opéra Garnier, the Louvre, the Invalides, the Grande Arche, the Musée d'Orsay, and the Musée National d'Art Moderne, are just a few of monuments and sites that can lend any curious seeker an insight and understanding into the spirit of the city that will invariably make it come alive.

Paris is the place for experiencing the appreciation of fine food in a way you’ve surely never tasted before. Discover all the decadence of gourmet Parisian cuisine, Paris is always at the height of fashion, where the most up-and-coming styles make their premier appearances for today’s trend setters to buy. Paris boasts an invigorating nightlife, where the young and old alike can find the fun and relaxation most suited to their desires.

Paris is always a splendor to see, any time of the year, ever-changing, ever-evolving, refreshing and new each time. It’s a city of churches and cemeteries, shops and museums, parks and gardens, street performers and sidewalk cafes, singles and lovers, young and old.

Whether you’re planning a trip to Paris or just want to learn more about the famous French capital, one fantastic resource for your further study and enjoyment is the educational video program, Let’s Visit Paris, available at www.LearningTrove.com. It’s a captivating in-depth tour that brings all the magic of Paris to you, right in the comfort of your own home or classroom.

In this video you’ll finally get to see why so many tourists flood the city year in and out. And you’ll learn to get around yourself, easily and affordably, including how to navigate Paris’ public transportation system, should you ever find yourself there.

Recently 18 famous film directors from around the world were inspired to offer their own imaginative views of the city for the film Paris, Je T'aime. Je T'aime means, ‘I love you’, and when you start to explore it, you too will fall in love with the City of Love.

Hotels Inside the City of Paris

Most hotels in Paris are located near the main tourist areas so that visitors can see the beauty and the beautiful scenery of this French capital.

Paris is the capital of France. It is located at the Seine River in the northern part of France and at the center of the Ile-de-France region or the so-called “Paris Region”.

Moreover, Paris is now one of the world’s most successful and leading cultural as well as business centers. The influence of Paris in terms of education, politics, media, entertainment, fashion, the arts and Sciences all add up to its current status as one of the major global cities in the world. The Paris Region or Ile-de-France is France’s center of economic activities. It is also a world-renowned tourist destination with more than 30 million visitors annually.

Listed below are some notable hotels in Paris:

• Bellechasse Hotel: This hotel is also called Hotel Bellechasse Paris Saint-Germain. Many articles about this hotel say that it is different from other hotels in Paris. It is located at the very heart of Paris, making it an ideal place in order to survey the whole city. This hotel is just a few steps away from the Orsay Museum and close to Saint-Germain des Pres as well as the Lourve Museum. It is considered as a “special address” for your vacation in Paris. A dressmaker named Christian Lacroix designed the hotel. It underwent complete renovation and was reopened last July 2007. Now, the hotel offers personalized 24-hour service, complementary breakfast, laundry service, wake up service, and secretarial services among others. Their rooms are very spacious and luxurious. Views of the beautiful City of Paris are also guaranteed. Furthermore, they provide Wi-Fi Internet connection within the property.

• Hotel De Castiglione: This hotel has a strategic location for it is set at the center of the Faubourg Saint Honore District. It is near the Louvre Museum and the Champs Elysees Opera. A wide range of prominent shops surrounds this particular hotel. This hotel combines the sophistication of such a luxurious and comfortable hotel as well as the appeal of conventional service. It features modern conveniences and agreeable public areas. Some of the facilities comprise of a restaurant, a bar, three conference rooms that are fully equipped and a Wi-Fi Internet connection. Each room is also as elegant as the next. Bathrooms have en suite and complementary Continental breakfast is guaranteed.

• Du Cadran Hotel: This is a “boutique hotel” located in Paris. It is in the center of the Eiffel Tower’s steps, Musee d’Orsay, the Invalides and the seventh arrondissement. This hotel is close to the rue Clerc, which is Paris’ popular market street. The hotel’s amenities comprise of a library of American, French and English Literature, and bilingual baby sitters who are on call in order to look after the children. Aside from this, the hotel has a Spa facility with a professional group of masseurs.

• Saint Augustin Hotel: This particular hotel is located in the center of the intimate parts of Paris. It is just a few steps away from the Champs Elysees and the popular department stores. This charming hotel offers 62 luxurious rooms that will seduce you with welcoming warm tones. Do not come with your pets for they are impermissible. The hotel features a front desk service that is on call 24/7, laundry service, and dry cleaning service among others. They also have nice interiors, public parking, and Wi-Fi Internet access within the property. Plus, 24 hour safety and security is guaranteed.

• Prince Hotel: This hotel is very near the majestic Eiffel Tower. The hotel also has an exceptional location since it is in the center of some of the prominent Parisian Districts. Some of Paris’ main attractions like the Invalides, Champs de Mars, Ecole Militaire as well as the Orsay Museum are in close proximity to the hotel. It is even a mere walking distance from this beautiful hotel. It is inside an attractive stone building as well. The hotel employees are trained professionals that are available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. The staffs are very friendly and hospitable that they welcome the visitor with a smile on their faces. They also provide sight seeing trips as well as some useful traveling information. The rooms being offered have a total of 30 double, single and twin bedrooms. All rooms in this hotel are sound proof and feature an elegant bathroom with a hairdryer. The recently re-furbished rooms in this hotel currently have a direct phone line and air conditioning units which even the visitor can manually control. The rooms also have cable television, an alarm clock, a mini bar, modem plugs and a safe.

• De La Paix Hotel: This hotel is a small hotel along the vicinity of the famous Eiffel Tower. It is a very serene and quiet place. The hotel also gives its warm welcome to its visitors so that they will have an agreeable and relaxing stay in this amazing Paris hotel. This peaceful hotel also has Wi-Fi Internet access within its entire property. It also has an elevator and fully air-conditioned rooms. It is positioned near the Champs de Mars, Eiffel Tower, Place de la Concorde, Arc de Triomphe and Les Invalides, which are the main tourist spots in the area. Pets are not permissible inside this hotel

• Palym Hotel: This hotel is famous for its friendly staff that welcomes each visitor. Aside from this, they create a pleasant ambience both for businessmen and tourists. It is located within the proximity of the small, peaceful and quiet street called rue Emile Gilbert. Thus is just in front of the Gare de Leon. The hotel property comprises of 51 comfortable and modern rooms, an elevator or a lift, a helpful staff and a collection of documentation guests can read. The hotel is also accessible for the disabled since they have some rooms that are located on the ground level of the building. Requests can be done when opting for non-smoking rooms. Furthermore, the hotel has a 24-hour front desk service and 24 hour security.

Romantic Paris

Norm Goldman, Editor of www.Sketchandtravel.com and www.Bookpleasures.com is excited to have as a guest, world- wide Paris expert, Thirza Vallois. Thirza is the author of the three volumes of "Around and About Paris", and another excellent book, “Romantic Paris".

Thirza has lived in Paris for the past 40 years and holds several post-graduate degrees from La Sorbonne. She contributes to television and radio and has appeared on PBS, BBC, The Travel Channel, Discovery, CNN, The French Cultural Channel, among others. She also writes for The Financial Times, United Airlines' Hemispheres, Condé Nast Traveller, among others.

She is the author of Three Perfect Days in Paris, aired as a film on all United Airlines international flights and on television throughout the world. The article has won her the first award of NATJA (the North American Travel Journalists' Association).

Thirza has also contributed the Paris entry of the latest edition of The Encarta Encyclopaedia.
Thirza is also an expert on the Aveyron area in southern France. During the past several years has devoted much of her time to exploring and studying this region of France. She is now completing a new book on this last hidden region of France, to be published in 2006.

Thirza has also informed me that she has been travelling extensively in the USA, especially to California, about which she has written a couple of articles, with more to follow

Today, Thirza will be discussing with us why Paris is so romantic?

Good day Thirza and thank you for accepting to be interviewed by sketchandtravel.com and bookpleasures.com.

Norm:

Thirza, could you tell us something about yourself, how you started as a travel author and writer, how many travel books have your written, and why have you chosen to write about Paris?

Thirza:

A long time ago, when I was still a child, and travelling was still the privilege of the "happy enlightened few", I happened to be blessed with an exceptional mother who believed that the best school was life itself and that the best way to embrace life was by travelling.

My exposure therefore started at a very young age, as did my love for writing, through which I expressed myself the way one does through painting, singing, playing an instrument, dancing.... I never intended to become a writer, it was just part of me. And I never chose to write about Paris. It just happened, and for two specific reasons looking back with hindsight.

Being a savvy traveller, it upset me to see how most visitors to Paris (and any other place), do it the wrong way, using directory-like guidebooks that make them go through all the endless lists of touristy "musts", rather than point them to the "real" place, which is the city itself. It is only through an in-depth exploration and the understanding of a place that one can make the most of one's visit, and that's what my books "Around and About Paris" are all about

Like all forms of self-expression, there is always an element of therapy behind the motivation, and I certainly needed to do my own therapy regarding Paris when the idea of writing about Paris began to gestate in my mind, back in the 1980s. Paris has changed dramatically since, but in those days it was an exasperating place, inhabited by very difficult people, to say the least, and my feelings for it were far from the phony "I love Paris in the spring time" picture postcard cultivated by Hollywood. It was really a love and hate passion, and I needed to understand my own heart, which could only happen through understanding the city.

It is the combination of the above that gave birth to my 3-volume series, "Around and About Paris". As for "Romantic Paris", it was their natural extension in a way. Once I provided my reader with all the meaty stuff, it was time to relax, enjoy and feast, and who does it better than lovers? It was a book written for lovers, past, present, and future, for whom Paris, more than any other city I can think of, has been designed by the gods. This also answers your other question. I have so far written four books on Paris. I have actually written a fifth book on Paris, targeting children, but have never pursued its publication (to my regret), having embarked on my new project, my book on the Aveyron which is now more than two thirds done.

Norm:

Can you explain to our audience why Paris is among the top romantic
venues in the world?

Thirza:

Everyone asks me this same question, on every interview. The answer I give is always the same, and best resumed in the introduction to "Romantic Paris". Rather than paraphrase, let me quote directly from my book:

"For decades I tried to figure out why Paris is shrouded in such mystique. Granted, walks at night along the Seine are enchanting, but that alone cannot explain why the very mention of Paris had always conjured up tales of romance, well before it was blessed with gas or electricity, well before its exquisitely lit street-corners were replicated the world over in black-and-white print. After all, medieval Paris was a dark den of filth, reeking with nauseous stench, and the two sinister prison fortresses that jutted out of its skyline could hardly have been conducive to romance. Not to mention the 32 rotting corpses dangling in the offing when the royal gallows was used to full capacity. Yet the myth has been perpetuated for a good thousand years.

I racked my brains, I dug into the past, I travelled into my own psyche looking for an answer, but I came back empty-handed. There simply is no answer. There lies the beauty of the enigma. Paris is poetry, Paris is mystery, Paris is beauty-an exasperating decoy that never quite delivers, all the more compelling for its imperfection, the archetypal reservoir of all our passions...."

Norm:

If you had to choose six unique romantic venues in Paris, where would they be and why?

Thirza:

Very tough question, and it sometimes depends on the season or time of day or night, because "romantic" implies seclusion.

*Definitely the two western tips of the two central islands, Ile de la Cité and Ile Saint-Louis, but down the steps, at water level, and in the case of Ile Saint-Louis, preferably after dark.

*The tiny place de Fürstemberg, near the church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés: it is a rare jewel after dark, but is also quite heavenly in the morning, when one can meanwhile take in the delightful little Delacroix Museum.

*Place Dauphine, on the western side of Ile de la Cité, also preferably after dark.

*Buttes Chaumont, which has all the ingredients of a Brahms symphony that would have appealed to the likes of Lord Byron: a grotto, a dramatic waterfall, a lake with weeping willows, sheer cliffs topped by a Temple de l'Amour-what better place for a lovers' kiss with eastern Paris spread like a carpet at your feet!

* Palais Royal (the home of writer Colette and Jean Cocteau), in early morning, before the arrival of the crowds, or at night time, after they have departed.

* Montmartre, especially on the little frequented side streets, again in the early hours of the morning, or after dark.

Norm:

Could you describe to our audience six unique wedding venues in Paris to celebrate a marriage, and explain why you would consider these venues to be most unique?

Thirza:

Once more the choice is tough, so I am trying to be as eclectic as I can, to match people's different tastes.

*Without any shadow of doubt, my first choice would go to a cruise boat on the river Seine. These come in different categories and different price ranges, my favourite fleet being "Les Yachts de Paris". Nothing equals in terms of urban beauty and glamour the city's river views, even more so when seen from the water. Try to prolong your festivities into the night so as to enjoy the splendour of the floodlighting.

Les Yachts de Paris
10, quai Henri IV, 75004
Tel: 01 44 54 14 70

*At a price, every monument of Paris is for hire, even the Château of Versailles. If I were to hire one of them (or just part of one) for my wedding, I would probably go for the Jacquemart-André Museum, because as the one-time home of the famous art collectors Edouard André and Nélie Jacquemart, it has a private feel,to a certain extent, despite its palatial glamour, which makes it an ideal venue for a wedding occasion. The couple's fabulous art collection is on permanent display on the magnificent premises of the museum.

Musée Jacquemart-André
158, Boulevard Haussmann, 75008

*Countrified weddings are always appealing, and the Bois de Boulogne is as countrified as you can get within the boundaries of Paris. Le Pré Catelan offers luxury and refinement amidst beautiful green surroundings, combined with the the renowned Le Nôtre's top-quality catering.

Le Pré Catelan
Bois de Boulogne
Route de Suresnes, 75016
Tel 01 44 14 41 14

*If you wish to have it countrified while staying in central Paris, you can opt for the discreet magnificence of the peach-coloured Laurent, in the lower gardens of the Champs-Elysées, and still enjoy the leafy surroundings of one of the city's most prestigious neighbourhoods (the presidential residence is across the street). Make sure to hire a dining room that comes with a terrace.

Le Laurent
41, avenue Gabriel, 75008
Tel: 01 42 25 00 39

*There was once an excellent film by Chabrol, Le charme discret de la bourgeoisie. That kind of charm, which was first and foremost that of the old aristocracy, was beautifully captured by Marcel Proust. It still lingers on Faubourg Saint Germain in the 7th arrondissement, notably in the 18th century townhouse, now the home of the celebrated Ecole Polytechnique alumni, where many of the nation's creme de la creme elite were trained.

La Maison des Polytechniciens
12, rue de Poitiers
75007 Paris
Tél: 01 49 54 74 74

*The avenue d'Iéna, in the plush neighbourhood of the 16th arrondissement, is home to a magnificent town mansion from the late 19th century, decorated in traditional, period French style and overlooking a beautiful garden. Ideal for a wedding in grand style.

La Maison des Arts et Métiers
9bis avenue d'Iéna
75116 Paris
Tel: 01 40 69 27 00

Norm:

If you are planning to have a destination wedding in Paris, how far in advance should you prepare for the wedding, and where would you go to find out about the legal requirements?

Thirza:

There is a strict separation between state and church in France (see the recent headlines about the Islamic veil.....). This is important to understand because only civil marriage is recognised by French law. It is celebrated by the Mayor of the arrondissement where one of the spouses resides, and the ceremony takes place in the Salle de Marriage of the Mairie of that same arrondissement. There is a legal procedure to go by and you will need to seek legal advice for that. If you are considering a civil marriage in France, a lawyer is the person to consult, obviously (although I do know how it works, this is not the right forum to expand on administrative issues). You may also require the service of a notaire, should you be dealing with property issues. Your lawyer can refer you to a notaire. On the other hand, you don't need to be a French resident for the celebration of your religious or non-religious ceremony, nor do you need any legal advice for that. However, you should definitely prepare for it as early as possible because, as they say, "the early bird catches the prey". Certainly months ahead, if not a year, should you plan your wedding to take place in spring or early summer.

Norm:

If you had to choose three of the most romantic restaurants in Paris, which ones would you choose and why?

Thirza:

* If by romantic we imply secluded cosiness which is what lovers usually seek, and since I haven't yet focused on winter, the Coupe Chou comes first to my mind, located in an ancient medieval house in the Latin Quarter, a few steps away from the Sorbonne. It's all dark nooks and crannies, which are graced with glowing log fires. If only it could snow more often in Paris than it does these days! It would then be altogether fit for a fairy tale. As an extra bonus, this is a medium-range restaurant pricewise.

Le Coupe-Chou
9, rue de Lanneau, 75005
Tel: 01 46 33 68 69

* Le Beauvilliers in Montmartre, on the other hand, is a pricy place, but as good as it comes and cheaper than others that fall into that category. Here you step into the romantic splendour of the Second Empire in the heart of real Montmartre, just a few minutes'walk from the differently (yet equally) romantic and cottagy Lapin Agile cabaret, where I would head after dinner, for a night filled with old French songs, sketches and hearty laughter.

Le Beauvilliers
52, rue Lamarck, 75018
Tel: 01 42 54 54 42

* Lapérouse, a pricy place too, cannot be overlooked either, its scintillating setting having been the rendezvous of Venus's protegés. There is even a private boudoir-lounge where the two of you can dine alone undisturbed. It comes with elaborate, dainty decorations and is named La Belle Otero after the famous, fiery courtesan. If you are worried for your good reputation, note that France's most honoured members of literati also dined here regularly, Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, George Sand among them. Remember that the French have a sophisticated, unpuritanical approach to love.

Lapérouse,
51, quai des Grands-Augustins, 75006
Tel: 01 43 26 68 04

Norm:

If a couple were planning to honeymoon in Paris, and were not sure which area to stay in, which three areas of the city would you choose and why?

Thirza:

Saint-Germain-des-Prés/Luxembourg area, Paris at its most sophisticated, colourful and arty, lined with extraordinary boutiques that will be hard to resist. It boasts a greater number of "hôtels de charme" than any other part of the city, which speaks for itself, and that's exactly the kind of hotel a honeymooning couple would choose to stay at, short of choosing one of the city's luxury hotels.

The Marais is similar in spirit but is less spacious, and doesn't have a park. It also has several "hôtels de charme", though not quite so many as Saint-Germain.

Ile Saint-Louis because it is a self-contained miniature of romance, lined with boutiques and eating places of all sorts, and conveniently located for every part of Paris. It has four "hôtels de charme" to choose among and is within a few minutes' walk from both the Marais, on the Right Bank, and the Latin Quarter on the Left Bank.

Norm:

Is Paris a safe city to visit?

Thirza:

No city and no place on earth is full proof. As I am writing this interview South East Asia is subjected to a deluvian tragedy, all the way to the eastern shores of Africa. Paris is as safe as a big city can be, but one should always use one's common sense and avoid carrying cash and other valuables when going out. Pickpocketing is rife, and I have been victim to it many a time myself- A brief moment of distraction and your wallet is gone. Leave all your valuables in your safe, and carry a photocopy of your passport rather than the original document. Watch out even at the airport and hold on to your handbag in all public places (including your taxi: some delinquents may open the door and snatch your bag at a traffic light or in a traffic jam. They often operate on motorcycles and that has happened to me too). Be sensible but not paranoid.

Norm:

When is the best time to visit Paris from the point of view of climate, crowds, travel deals, etc?

Obviously spring time is unique. Good weather is never guaranteed though, no matter what time of year, but should the gods be with you, then spring, by definition, is the season of romance, and an early feel of spring can even be detected as early as on Valentine's.

I personally have a distaste for July and August, especially from the middle of July on. Most Parisians are replaced by tourists, often in organised crowds, and it just isn't it. This can also happen at weekends during spring because Europeans nowadays are very fond of weekend city breaks. Fall is a beautiful time of year, often accompanied by a lingering Indian summer, which the golden beauty of the trees contribute to enhance.

Strange as it may seem, I find Paris particularly romantic in winter, when the leafless trees allow you to enjoy the architecture of its buildings. After dark the city is altogether magical,as its street lamps don it with an amber light. It can be cold, but all you have to do is dress accordingly and make the most of the fact that you are likely to be alone out there and the entire city will belong to you and your sweetheart, as you stroll through the streets or by the river into the late hours of the night. At Christmas time you will also enjoy the festive decorations, which, it being Paris, tend to be exquisitely elegant and tasteful.
As for travel deals, they are the same all over the world. Prices shoot up in the summer and plummet in the low season.

Norm:

How easy or difficult is it to get around Paris?

Thirza:

It is extremely easy to get around Paris. Public transportation (buses, métro and RER express trains) is very efficient and many lines run beyond midnight. Taxis are easily available except on weekend nights. They also get grabbed into thin air as soon as it starts raining. However, Paris is regularly disrupted by protest and other demonstrations (the French thrive on them), which can paralyse the city, usually from 2:00 pm on, often with no forewarning. It is therefore good to stay in central Paris so that you can make your way back to your hotel on foot, should you experience one of those typically French "happenings".

Norm:

Is there anything else that you wish to add about Romantic Paris that we have not discussed?

Thirza:

Most of the recommendations in this interview are on the pricy side, because we are speaking here of a special event and moment in your life. My book "Romantic Paris" has pages and pages of tips and recommendations of things to be done and enjoyed on all budgets, including low budgets. Paris can truly be enjoyed romantically on a shoestring. The best of Paris is strolling through its streets, and that costs little or nothing. I have designed several romantic walks for you in "Romantic Paris". That's over and above the scores of walks woven into "Around and About Paris". Put on your most comfortable footgear and venture into the city, including in the heart of winter. Soak it all up. And try, just once, to stay up all night, so that you can enjoy a sunrise either from the river, or from the foot of the Sacré Coeur.

Thanks once again and best of luck on all of your future endeavours including your future book on Aveyron.

You can check out Thirza's books at the following URLS

http://www.thirzavallois.com/thirza.html
http://www.thirzavallois.com/romanticparis.html
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Best Affordable Hotels in Paris

Paris is truly an amazing place for a splendid vacation with so many hotels that offers discounts with excellent service. Choose from plenty of hotels available depending on your budget plans.

Paris guarantees its millions of visitors a splendid tourist attraction that offers a vacationing experience which will be cherished for a lifetime. Paris is proud to be one of the most visited places in the European region.

In line with its abundant tourist destinations, there are many hotels available that provide best accommodations that are economical but not compromising the comfort and providing worry- free services for its guests.

Amarante Beau Manoir

The property is a six- storey hotel strategically located in the Right Bank district of Paris. A few blocks from the hotel are the Champ Elysees and the Jardin des Tuileries. The hotel features a 19th century setting that comes with its structure, made up of wood panels with combination of carved stone walls. It also features the most antique furniture, paintings and decorations.

The hotel staffs provide 24- hour assistance and arranged sightseeing tours for individual or groups of guests. Breakfast is served in a traditional stone- walled alcove with matching stained glass windows.

The in- house bar offers the finest French wine. Newspaper and refreshments are provided as complimentary at the hotel’s lounge. Avail of the Internet access through the computer workstations that is available at the hotel. Burn out those muscles with the fitness center, equipped with complete fitness equipments located at the ground floor.

Guestrooms include cable TV, mini bar, safety deposit box, bathrooms with bath tubs and many more. The interior of the guestrooms comes with traditional French designs, with wood furniture and wood beams that are exposed for a unique atmosphere.

The terrace located at the 10th floor of the hotel allows its guests to see some of the popular attractions in Paris such as the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and the Sacre Coeur.

Best Western Bergere Opera

The Best Western Bergere Opera is a first- class hotel that is situated in the heart of many attractions and shopping centers. It is an old building but features the most decorated guestrooms that are comfortable and cozy.

A charming lounge area built of glass roof with matching mosaic flooring welcomes its guests with an awesome setting which is unique with the hotel.

Conference, corporate meetings and parties can be catered by the hotel. A few walks from the hotel will bring you too many restaurants of your choice that serve the best cuisines or go shopping with numerous of shopping centers.

Guestrooms are maintained in a traditional setting with antique wooden furniture for an authentic experience. Rooms are equipped with hair dryer, telephone, satellite TV, safety deposit box and toiletries. Internet access is also available in the guestrooms.

Sofitel Champs Elysees Paris

The Sofitel Champs Elysees Paris offers its guests to experience a traditional French accommodation. The property was built as early as 1866. It is located in the midst of some of the lover’s favorite places in Paris.

It features 40 guestrooms housed in a six- storey building that are equipped with the latest furniture and fixture. Each room comes with amenities such as satellite TV, coffee maker, hair dryer, telephone and also a complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms are supplied with robes and toiletries. It also comes with a combination of a tub and shower.

Guests are guaranteed with a 24- hour service from the hotel’s friendly and professional staffs.

Other Hotel Amenities include:

• In- room massage available upon request
• Beauty care available upon request
• Complimentary newspaper
• Restaurant
• Bar
• 24- hour front desk
• Front Desk Safety Deposit Box
• Concierge
• Secure parking / valet parking
• Limo or Car Service
• Tour guide service

Staying At Paris Hotels

For some people who love to travel, Paris is a must visit city. The city of love is always open for business. The romance of seeing the Eiffel Tower close and in person is something everyone should try to do at least once.

One may think that they are walking into a movie when they gaze for the first time at all Paris has to offer. There are hotels all over Paris. The Paris Hotels are more expensive than other parts of the country because Paris is where everyone goes. Paris Hotels can be anywhere within the city. Some are close to the center walkway close to the tower, and from there they begin to slowly spread out.

France now uses the Euro as the main money exchange. As was said earlier, the hotels will be pricier than what most people would be used to in the states. Most Americans will only visit once in their life if even that much.

Staying in some nice Paris Hotels will be fun and most want to at least try to stay close to everything. Paris Hotels will look different than places in the states because it is an entirely different culture. People adapt quickly and Paris has added things that Americans like.

Adapting To Paris Hotels And France

Something that may shock people when they first arrive is that everyone else speaks French. This should of course be expected but for people who have never traveled outside of the states, it can shock them.

Thankfully, there are many people who also speak English and can help those travelers who may seem lost. Most Paris Hotels have lobby personnel that speak English well enough to help out in checking in and finding the room.

The same as any other major city, the traveler will want to have rooms reserved before they land in Paris. This can be done by the individual or with the help of a travel agent.

If this is the first time for someone, it might be better to use a travel agent. They will know the ins and outs and some have been there before and can make suggestions for people.

Travel agents can even book a trip that is all inclusive and allows some freedom while making sure that the person sees everything that they came to see.

The museums are wonderful to see and of course the local cuisine must be tasted. There is so much to do in the city that one may not stay long in the Paris Hotel accommodations.

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Extraordinary Hotels to Stay in London

Travelling and visiting is not only about immersing yourself in the culture, sightseeing and attractions but also about a comforting and unique experience at the hotel you lodge in. Places to stay in London are many, but the few that can provide you with an unparalleled adventure are worth it. The attractions, sightseeing and entertainment should not just end outside the hotel doors. London hotels are considered to be some of the best in the world, full of history, enchantment, and comfort just for your holiday and leisurely breaks. There’s a hotel in London for everyone!

The Rookery Hotel is an accommodation full of history and events making it one of the most exciting places to stay in London. This hotel is located on the outskirts of London in the heart of Clerkenwell. The Rookery Hotel is in between West End and London’s central business district with bars and street cafes to experience the local life of London. This hotel was a place where robbers and thieves used to hide out, and where Pete Doherty was once arrested. The hotel’s 33 rooms built from 3 Georgian mansions put together, are full of warmth and have romantic Victorian details. The place has been running its business for the last 250 years. The rooms do not have numbers like usual hotels, but names after famous people who had once stayed in that room. If you want your privacy, this is one of the ideal places to stay in London since you rarely ever see the other guests staying at the hotel. It makes you feel as if you are staying with friends or a private club rather than a hotel. If you want to be doted on with excessive hotel service then it’s best you choose another place to stay in London. This hotel is for people who want a cozy London hotel to stay in but don’t need much service or people running after them. The Rookery Hotel retains its traditional feel with its stone flagged floors, open fire places, and 18th century carved beds. London attractions and places to visit near the Rookery Hotel include St. Paul’s Cathedral, Smithfield Market, British Museum, and Dickens House.

The Sanderson Hotel is one of the many London hotels to stay in, located between the Telecom Tower and Oxford Street. This London hotel is considered a historical landmark from 1958 and a majority of its original structure is still preserved today. This hotel used to be a furnishing showroom called Sanderson. Since the sign of the showroom was considered a historical part of the building and had to be preserved in its original condition, the hotel was also named Sanderson. Phillipe Starck a notorious designer known for his hotel creations all over the world designed the Sanderson Hotel. This hotel contains 150 rooms full of contrasting combinations using a touch of modern Salvador Dali styles and the antique sophisticated designs of days gone by. The Sanderson Hotel is considered to be one of the trend setting London hotels with its lip shaped sofa, paintings fixed on ceilings, egg sculptures and Victor Hugo love letters embroidered on carpets. Entering this hotel makes it seem like having entered a surreal world full of wonder and not knowing what else to expect. The Sanderson Hotel is designed in such a dream like manner that any tired traveller entering, would be pleasantly surprised and would be rejuvenated with the fun and colourful designs. This hotel features a Purple Bar, Japanese garden and also includes a spa room to relax during your stay in London. This London hotel is considered more of a sanctuary with designs and inspirations for travellers to learn more about themselves and to invoke soul searching thoughts and ideas.

What about staying at a hotel where Alexander Pavlov used to dance, Enrico Caruso used to sing his famous Italian opera songs and where Winston Churchhill used to make it a point to dine there once a week? The Savoy Hotel is one of majestic places to stay in London and was once upon a time run by Cezar Ritz, the king of hoteliers. The Savoy Hotel is located in central London along the River Thames. Claude Monet used to stay in this hotel in London and paint the river from his room. The maharajahs used it as a holiday home for weeks on end when they used to visit from India during the British Empire. This one of the few London hotels left with that faded glory charm making it a divine experience to stay. If you are lucky enough to dine at the Savoy Restaurant when there is a table for thirteen guests, as per tradition they include a table setting for a 3 foot tall black cat statue named Kasper to ward off bad luck! The head bar man who has worked at the Savoy Hotel for more than 40 years, will also tell you about the events and people that have come through the hotel over the years.

In short, planning your trip around the attractions is not only important but also doing the research and finding out about the interesting hotels in London. There are a variety of London hotels available for lodge but be sure to find the best one to suit your needs for a comfortable and memorable experience.

A Concise Look at London Hotels

London while famous for its many tourist attractions also is famous in the world for its wonderful and fabulous hotels. There are many options from the very lavish to the cute and quaint to choose from when visiting this historical city.

Most of the hotels in the city are high-class so travelers will not have problems regarding their amenities and services. To avoid experiencing hassles, it is best that travelers make advance bookings with the management of the hotels to enjoy their stay at the city to the fullest.

Known as one of the most advanced and urbanized cities in the world, London contributes 17 percent of the income of entire United Kingdom. This fabulous and beautiful city in England houses elegant as well as stylish hotels to accommodate the great number of travelers that visit the country every year. Because of the presence of attractive hotels in London, the city government highly values its tourism sector since it is one of the major sources of the income of the city.

Origin of Hotels in London City

The establishment and construction of hotels in London City began few years after the 19th century. Many historians agree that wealthy owners of agricultural lands in England stay in some hotels in the city for several months to relax. However, even if there are already hotels during this time, only few people stay in London hotels because transportation infrastructures were not yet developed.

During the 1860s, railroads were constructed in the city. The construction of railroads in London affected the popularization of London hotels. Because the number of travelers who stayed in London hotels has increased in this decade, many business people built elegant hotels to attract many people. Hence, in 1865 the first London hotel with hydraulic lifts, Langham Hotel, was constructed.

Old London Hotels That Are Still in Business

Good services and attractive room amenities are the reasons why some old hotels in London manage to stay in business up to present times. Aside from efficient services, these hotels always make sure that their guests have comfortable and relaxing rooms to stay. Midland Grand Hotel, Hilton London Paddington, Great Northern Hotel and Landmark Hotel are some of the popular old hotels in London City.

Modern Hotels in London

Studies show that there are more than 100,000 rooms in London hotels today. Many hotels in the city receive three to five stars rating. Travelers who want to see elegant and first class hotels should visit Mayfair, because it is where they can find top rated hotels. Examples of five star hotels in the city are The Ritz, The Savoy, The Four Seasons, The London Hilton and The Renaissance Chancery.

Travelers who want to visit London must make advance reservations with the hotels where they wish to stay since there are times in a year that the population of tourists in the city rapidly increases. Hence, by staying in the alluring and sophisticated hotels in London, travelers will definitely have the greatest and most memorable vacation in their lives.

Top London Hotels And Transportation—At Bargain Prices

Your day begins with breakfast at your lovely London hotel in the Kensington district, located near the famous London “tube” (subway). After a breakfast that includes English tea, you take a very short walk to the tube. As you leave the hotel for the day, you look back and marvel at its entry with scalloped awning and green plants on either side of the attractive front doors and the inviting lobby—all the luxury you have dreamed of on your vacation.

Stepping onto the tube, the recorded voice says “mind the gap, mind the gap,” as the doors open and close automatically. Soon, it will seem as if you have always known “mind the gap” is a reference to the gap between the platform and the underground subway train. After you board the Circle Line, which is always designated by its own special color, you listen to the British accents. Courtesy is evident everywhere you go, and you are astonished at how quickly you come to know the names of the famous tube stops. You listen for Blackfriars, and then you know that you can get off when you hear and see Monument or Tower Hill stops. You could have taken the bus too, but today you wanted to experience London and the tube.

Using local transportation would not be possible in small areas that do not have efficient or well-managed subways and buses. Here, it is not only economical, it is also more convenient than driving, since cars are not allowed in certain areas at certain times. Because you have saved so much on both your luxury London hotel and local transportation, you have more time to tour the city than you ever imagined. Today you spend time at London Bridge, at the Tower and grounds, and you even inspect the crown jewels at the Tower museum. You visit one of the oldest churches in London, with some of its original worn floor stones still in place.

You take pictures, eat at a small delicatessen, and enjoy looking at the grandeur that is London. You do not experience the rush you sometimes feel on a vacation, since with careful planning, you have saved enough to stay several more days than you originally thought. You are able to plan visits to the places you want to see, and to even add sites that local people share with you, such as a trip to a little-known museum, or a visit to Speaker’s corner in Hyde Park.

As you return to your hotel at the end of the day, you stop at a small restaurant you noticed earlier, order some tea and a pastry, and savor the atmosphere. Your hotel awaits you, with tastefully decorated rooms, including color-coordinated spreads and chairs. You sink into bed, grateful to have such a luxurious London vacation at a truly affordable price.

Boutique Beach Hotels

For many people, a beach holiday is their annual luxury; two weeks in the sun, with long sandy beaches and a tranquil sea is their idea of a perfect trip away. It doesn’t take much imagination to take a step further and turn that annual trip into a real experience by staying in a small, select hotel.

Beach resorts are one of the most ideal locations for boutique hotels. The idea of stepping out from your bedroom onto your own private beach area, or staying in an exclusive location just minutes’ walk from the sea is an attractive one to many. No chic beach resort is like another, however, so it’s worth taking a look at locations and hotels before you decide exactly what type of beach holiday is right for you.

Island getaways

There’s plenty of opportunity for boutique accommodation in the world’s island resorts. From the Maldives in the Indian Ocean to the always-popular Caribbean islands, the lure of white beaches, blue seas and a laid-back atmosphere attracts visitors from all over the world. Beach boutiques on the islands make the most of the natural environment, using colour and texture to bring the outdoors inside and creating relaxing surroundings that enable you to enjoy your beach holiday to the full. Examples of island boutiques include:

• Ostraco Suites, Mykonos, Greece
• Quilalea Island, Mozambique
• Elysian Bali Villas, Seminyak, Bali
• Montpelier Plantation Inn, St. Kitts & Nevis
• The Lone Star Hotel and Restaurant, Barbados
• Fundu Lagoon, Zanzibar

These are just some of the chic island retreats catering for guests who are looking for privacy and tranquillity within a design- and service-led hotel.

Beach resorts

It’s not just the islands that have wonderful stretches of coastline. The larger countries and continents boast hundreds of popular resorts where a boutique hotel can make all the difference to your holiday. Try the Old Quay House in Cornwall, England, where a perfect location, an historic building and sympathetic architecture and design make for the perfect coastal retreat. If you’re a lover of the Spanish coast, then take a look at the Beach House in Marbella, which is one of the coolest hotels in the country. Rio de Janeiro has a stunning coastline and a party atmosphere to match and you can make the most of both by staying at La Maison, which is hip, trendy and just a few minutes from the beach.

Franchising in Hotels

Hotel franchising is a big part of the franchise industry, becoming more and more popular. If you are thinking about starting a hotel franchise, you need to give it careful thought. Hotel franchising is a lot more complicated than other franchises like fast food restaurants. Hotel franchising includes hotels, motels, inns, and other types of lodging. It can be both national and international.

If you are considering a hotel franchise, you must do a lot of research and take care to make sure that the hotel franchisor is the right one for you. Their reputation is very important. Think about how you and people you know view the hotel in terms of quality and value. Consider what size of hotel you might be interested in buying a franchise for. Some hotels are very large and can be very expensive to start up. Something smaller, like a bed and breakfast, may be more realistic if you don’t have as much cash as it takes to start a big hotel franchise. Finally, you might consider if hotel franchising is for you at all, if the costs are unrealistic for your budget.

Hotel franchises tend to be quite expensive to start-up, moreso than a fast food restaurant, because of the size of the business. In the beginning, the franchisee must bear a lot of the costs. Reputation becomes especially important at this point because the stakes are so high. You cannot afford to pick a hotel company which might not have the best reputation, because you need solid name recognition to get started.

Another very important thing to consider is the amount of support the franchisor company gives to the franchisee. Some hotel companies may provide more or less support than others. You should be able to ask them for documentation about how existing hotels are managed and what their policies are. If there are existing franchises, you can find out about how those franchises are managed and what quality standards there are. You might also want to find out what their guidelines are for how you run your hotel. You may find that some franchisors will give you more leeway than others in how you manage your business.

Since a hotel is such a large business compared to many other franchises, it is especially important that the franchisee pays attention to the market they want to open the franchise in and how the industry works. Location is highly important. If there are too many other hotels in the area, you may not want to start your franchise with so much competition around. On the other hand, if you see a niche in an area that already has hotels but may not be offering consumers what they need or want (for example, a discount motel), you could be very successful opening your franchise next to other hotels, if the area is a destination for travelers or businesspeople. If you are confident in your knowledge of the market and industry, there is a good chance that your franchise will be able to grow without as much support needed from the hotel company.

Best New York Hotels

A great way to relax from a busy schedule in the busy streets of New York is to spend a moment in New York Hotels. These hotels come with uncompromised accommodation and services.

New York is one of the busiest cities in the US. It is one of the financial districts catering to various business establishments. New York offers many of the best hotels available for business travelers and tourists.

Millennium Hilton
The Millennium Hilton sits in the center of the renowned World Trade Center and Financial District in New York City. A minute away from the hotel is the Wall Street, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Tribeca, Battery Park and the South Street Seaport.

The Millennium Hilton guestrooms and suites are well-equipped with the latest technology and amenities which include a 42" plasma screen television, high-speed Internet access, dual line cordless phone with data port and personalized voicemail, and the Hilton Clock Radio which comes with a mini-plug for your MP3 Player.

Guest can enjoy a full body workout in the state-of-the-art fitness center or a dip in its indoor heated swimming pool. You can have the best cuisines for your delight through its range of restaurants.

The hotel consists of 569 rooms which includes 471 guestrooms and 98 suites. Majority of guestrooms are equipped with king-sized beds.

Amenities include:
• 1 King Bed City View
• 1 King Bed Deluxe Room
• 1 King Corner Room City View
• 1 Queen Bed
• 2 Double Beds City View
• 2 Double Beds Deluxe Room
• Room selected at check in

Accessible Room Amenities:
29 of the rooms are ADA compliant.
29 of the rooms are ADA compliant.

Hotel Services & Amenities
For business convenience:
• Audio/Visual Equipment Rental
• Business Center
• Business Phone Service
• Express Mail
• Fax
• Meeting Rooms
• Modem
• Notary Public
• Office Rental
• Photo Copying Service
• Printer
• Secretarial Service
• Typewriter
• Video Conferencing Available
• Video Messaging
• Video Phone

For your family's comfort and convenience
• Children's Menu
• Cribs
• High chairs

For your comfort and convenience
• Automated Teller (ATM)
• Baggage Storage
• Concierge Desk
• Elevators
• Foreign Currency Exchange
• Gift Shop
• Laundry/Valet Service
• Local Area Transportation
• Lounge
• Luggage Hold
• Multi-Lingual Staff
• News Stand
• Room Service
• Safety Deposit Box

Check-in / Check-out
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers
Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers is located between Central Park and Times Square, a center of Manhattan's Midtown business and entertainment districts.

Club members can have Impressive Club Rooms suited for professional groups. Guests can avail of the exclusive Club Lounge, which is open from Monday through Thursday and receive great perks available when you stay in their Club Level.

Sheraton offers the all-new ultra-comfortable pillow - the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper (SM) Bed that is available in guestrooms. For additional comfort, the hotel is now 100% smoke-free.

Royalton Hotel
Royalton Hotel proudly reopens its doors after undergoing a facelift. The design consists of the sophisticated icy cast-glass vestibule and brutalism steel and brass furnishings with soft suede upholstery, thick leather walls and hide-covered chairs.

John Mc Donald created Royalton’s Brasserie 44, a 100-seat restaurant that comes with a modern American Menu, which serves fresh seasonal foods.

Hotel Features Include:
• 168 Rooms, Suites and Penthouse Apartments with Terraces
• In-Room Massage and Spa Services Available Upon Request
• Bar 44
• Lobby Lounge
• Working Fireplaces
• Five Foot Roman Soaking Bathtubs
• Room Service
• Afternoon Coffee and Tea Service
• Private Catering
• 24 Hour Concierge Services
• Express Check Out
• In-Room Massages Available Upon Request
• Multilingual Staff
• Childcare Services Available Upon Request
• Parking Facilities Available Upon Request

Room Features Include:
• Wireless High-Speed Internet Access (fee required)
• King and Queen Size Beds
• White Egyptian 300 Thread Count Cotton Sheets
• Pillows and down comforters
• Luxurious Bathroom Amenities by Agua
• Plasma Television with Full Cable Access
• HBO, MTV, VH1, CNN and Sports Channel
• Bose iPod Speaker
• Compact Disc and DVD Player
• On-Command Video System
• Tape Library of Over 500 Films
• In-Room Safe
• Non-Smoking Rooms Available
• State-of-the-Art Telecommunications System with 2-line telephones with conference and speaker capability
• Private Telephone Number Direct to Each Room with Personalized Voicemail
• Data Port Connections for Modem/Fax Hook Ups
• Mini Bar
• Fresh Flowers
• Fax Machine, Cellular Telephone and Laptop Computer Upon Request
• Full Turn Down Service
• Newspapers of Your Choice Delivered to the Door Upon Request

Hotels in Florida

Florida is synonymous with entertainment and relaxation. Located in the south of United States in the heart of Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, Florida has everything to offer for the visitors; from beaches with extensive blue waves and white sand, to luxurious hotels and restaurants, to its famous and busy streets.

One of the most famous hotels in Orlando, Florida is the Clarion Hotel Universal, a fashionable 3-scale diamond hotel located in the popular International Drive resort area. This hotel offers exceptional personal service, comfortable and affordable accommodations, and in-room amenities.

The Clarion Hotel Universal is a family-friendly hotel that displays all the amenities thereby making it a favorite choice for families who go for vacation in Orlando, Florida. It has secure and kid-friendly surroundings and is a great location. Visitors with kids will surely enjoy the hotel’s promo “Kids Munch Free Program”, free accommodations for parents, and room for kids up to 18 years old with full American breakfast buffet, super Nintendo and video games in every room.

Clarion Hotel Universal is renowned for its great dining and friendly service with distinctive dining settings to satisfy every taste of their visitors. It features casual dining with a Caribbean flavor at the “Sharky & Jack Bar and Grille”.

As the consummate host, Clarion Hotel Universal offers 2,442 square feet of extensive finest meeting and banquet rooms and amenities, having ideal settings for any kind of sales presentation, group gatherings, business meetings, conference and event meets, gala social events, wedding receptions, reunions, holiday parties or any other special events.

Clarion Hotel Universal Accommodations:

•FREE shuttle transportation to Universal Orlando, Islands of Adventure, City Walk, Discovery Cove and Sea World Adventure Park.

•FREE full American breakfast buffet for kids aged less than 10 years as a part of this great hotel’s “Kids Munch Free Program”.

•FREE accommodations in parents’ room for kids up to 18 years old.

•FREE daily newspaper at the guest help desk.

•FREE high-speed wireless Internet access in public areas.

•303 recently-renovated luxury guest rooms, with 18 mini-suites and a wet bar, microwave oven, and refrigerator.

•Leisure rooms including a micro/fridge unit.

Pool and Sports facilities:

•A massive sun deck and a huge outdoor heated pool
•Two large whirlpool spas
•Lighted tennis court and basketball court
•Electronic game room

Meeting and Event Facilities:

•2,400 square feet of private meeting and banquet rooms ideal for business meetings
•Catering services
•Fax machine & photocopy and printing services
•High speed "wired" access in meeting rooms

Hotel Services:

•Self-service laundry facilities
•Same day valet laundry and dry cleaning

Transportation Services:

•Car Rentals: Enterprise Rental Car maintains an office in the hotel and offers a full line of automobile sizes and makes. Different size van rentals are also available.

•Free scheduled transfer bus transportation going to Universal Studio's Escape, Islands of Adventure, and City Walk.

•Transfer bus services can be arranged to Walt Disney World, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom through the hotel's guest services desk.

•Suitable and inexpensive way to explore and enjoy everything the International Drive Resort Area has to offer. I-Ride Trolleys operate year-round, seven days a week, from 7 in the morning up to 12 midnight, between Belz Factory Outlet World to Sea World with convenient stops along the way.

Location:

•Just off the world famous International Drive, across the street from Wet-n-Wild water park.

•Minutes to the Mercado shopping, Pointe Orlando, Belz Factory Outlet Malls, dining and entertainment pavilion, the New Mall at Mellienna, the Florida mall and many of the top attractions that put the “Magic” in Orlando.

•2 miles away from Orange County Convention center.

•9 miles away from Orlando International Airport.

•10 miles away from Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, MGM Studios, Epcot Center and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

Best Hotels In Acapulco

Acapulco is a famous tourist destination because of its pristine beaches, beautiful women and first class hotels.

Everyone has heard of Acapulco even if they don’t know where it is located. People have basic information about this beautiful island paradise where the partying never stops and beautiful women compete with the natural surroundings. The pristine beaches have made this place famous and people from all walks of life have dreamed to have a cool vacation to this fantasy island.

The place is thriving with excitement and everyday is party day. It is considered one of the most exciting places in the world. The nightlife is endless as well as explosive. Both locals and visitors attest to the unquenchable spirit that is only Acapulco. Here you will find unlimited water sports, clear blue beaches, gourmet restaurants, breathtaking scenes and first-class hotels. Some excellent hotels are the following:

•Quinta Real Acapulco Hotel is a splendid location with the perfect view of the Pacific Ocean. It has two beautiful restaurants that offer gourmet Mexican and International cuisine, two swimming pools, beach club where visitors often relax in the shade of fresh native palapa leaves. It has magnificent suites that are perfectly decorated and equipped with the latest hotel amenities. It’s a five storey building with 74 well prepared rooms perfectly situated on the edge of a cliff, just above the hotel pool and the beach. This hotel is ideal for those who prefer elegance and comfort above all.

•Las Brisas is as famous as Acapulco itself. Hidden among the 40 acres of abundant hibiscus gardens perched on a hillside above Acapulco Bay. It’s one of the most secluded and exclusive destinations in the world. This hotel has 263 bungalow style rooms or locally termed as casitas. You can choose a casita with shared or private pool while enjoying the best views of Acapulco. During your stay you are welcome to enjoy the complimentary continental breakfast comfortably delivered to your casita in the morning.

•Camino Real Acapulco Diamante was opened in 1993. Since then, it has taken home the reputation as the best hotel in the area. It has outstanding quality service and elegant facilities. It’s tucked into a steep mountainside, overlooking the scenic bay of Puerto Marques. The hotel boasts of 156 exquisitely decorated rooms with individual view of the Puerto Marques Bay.

•Emporio Continental Acapulco is located in downtown Acapulco and sits right next to the Diana Monument traffic circle. It has a wide range of restaurants like Sunset Lounge where guest can enjoy exotic fusion of Oriental and Mexican cuisine. If you prefer a laid-back ambience to dine, La Isla Bar & Grill is the one for you. The Arka Sushi & Martini Bar boasts of different sushi creations providing exquisite dining experience. The hotel has 419 guestrooms that are divided into two towers. Each has cable television, mini bar, coffeemaker and a safe.

•Hotel Elcano is hospitable at its best. The atmosphere is welcoming and friendly, with excellent facilities and comfortable guest rooms. It is located along the shoreline of Acapulco Bay and has 180 beautiful spacious rooms, all of which has a relaxing view of the ocean. The hotel has three bars, restaurant, coffee shop, poolside snack bar, impeccable room service and first-rate cuisine.

Hotels In Barcelona

Barcelona Spain is one of the busiest and liveliest cities in the world and offers a rich culture that spans centuries of generations.

Spain has a rich culture spanning centuries of histories that makes the people of Barcelona unique and their lifestyle exciting and fun. They have gastronomic appetite for good food, offering many restaurants and bars to help you get a sense of their love for food. Anything forms the typical Catalan dishes to more diverse cuisines and exotic foods can be found in the land of Barcelona.

This is the place of laughter and fun under the sun and where excitement never seems to end. Proliferating the streets are bars, discotheques, shows, concerts and fiestas making the night come alive that can only be experienced in Barcelona. The leisure and entertainment offered are vast to ensure that everyone will have fun, whatever their taste and lifestyle.

The beaches in Barcelona made up the most popular leisure spaces in the urban landscape. With its coastline stretching more than four kilometers, the beach is alive and women are as beautiful as the sea itself, providing a feast for the eyes. Barcelona is full of energy, vibrating colors and smiling friendly faces giving visitors a welcoming atmosphere.

There are also many great hotels in Barcelona to make your vacation the most memorable and the most satisfying ever. These hotels boast of world-class amenities and features at par with the world are finest. You can easily locate a hotel of your choice and place a booking by search the Internet and looking for the best rate and package.

La Florida is Barcelona’s only urban resort. After 4 years of restoration work, the hotel opened in 2003 offering spectacular views of Barcelona, the Mediterranean and the Pyrenees. Its location at 300 meters above the city gives the best vantage view of both the city and sea. It has restaurants, Spa and other amenities that will surely make your stay an unforgettable experience.

The Melia Barcelona has 333 well appointed rooms featuring elegant new designs, personalized service, excellent cuisine, relaxing spa and events organization. It’s located in the heart of the commercial and financial district and is only 20 minutes away from the Barcelona International Airport.

Barcelona Princess is located in Barcelona’s world-famous Avinguda Diagonal. It has 364 rooms featuring stylish contemporary accommodation and high quality modern facilities. The hotel’s design is sleek and contemporary reflecting its state-of-the-art modern comfort. The swimming pool on the 23rd floor has a commanding view of the city. Getting your way around the city will not be a problem if you will be staying here since the tourist buses stop right in front of the doorsteps.

Eurostar Crystal Palace is all about location, sitting in the heart of Barcelona in Paseo de Gracia, the most emblematic thoroughfare. The Center of Modernism and Antonis Guadis, two most renowned works of Barcelona are just a few steps from the hotel, as well as the National and Internation boutiques.

AB Skipper recently opened the modern luxury hotel that offers state-of-the-art comforts as well as world-class facilities. Guest rooms have complimentary wireless Internet access and features a rooftop pool with a great view of the sea.

Norfolk Hotels

Norfolk is perhaps one of the most renowned tourist destinations. People come to visit this place every year. You will find everything from museums of art to maritime museums! Finding an accommodation can be very easy for you once you go through our guide on the top hotels here!

Art museums

The Chrysler Museum of Art is a fabulous art museum that has plenty of fantastic looking artwork inside. There is also a café inside which will serve you plenty of nice fresh food and great coffee too. You can easily avail some of the many sponsored trips that this museum organizes on a regular basis. Located in the downtown region of Norfolk this museum draws in tourists on a regular basis. If you love traveling and staying on a budget then there are plenty of nice looking Discount Norfolk Hotels nearby. If you look around a little bit you will find plenty of great looking Cheap rooms in norfolk va. These come at very discounted rates and can be real money savers.

Maritime museums

The Nauticus National Maritime Center is an educational museum of sorts which serves to tell tourists and visitors everything there is to know about the sea. Once inside you will find plenty of interesting and interactive exhibits and displays. If you have children then this can work out to be a very educational experience for them! You even have touch pools inside the museum! If you prefer staying somewhere close to the airport region then there are many nice norfolk airport hotels nearby. On the other hand if you prefer staying in the southern part of Norfolk then there is the downtown norfolk hotel for your convenience.

Ships

The USS Wisconsin is an experience by itself! Located in the downtown part of Norfolk this ship allows you to walk inside. However the outside decks are about all you can explore as only these are open. Visiting a ship is a once in a lifetime experience as otherwise none of us get to see the place. Hence if you are with family and children this can be a fun filled and educational experience for you and the kids! The norfolk waterside hotels are great for their comfort and hospitality. For a little bit of high end stays there is the marriott hotel norfolk va. The norfolk hotel Nairobi is another great choice in terms of accommodation.

Lighthouse

The Cape Henry lighthouse was built by the government and is considered to be one of the oldest lighthouses in the country! You can enjoy a spectacular drive down this road along with friends and family while getting a spectacular view of the lighthouse. This is a beautiful place and is very ancient. You can enjoy some scenic views while you drive down this road. In terms of accommodation the hotel norfolk uk represents a great choice. Even the norfolk towers hotel London as well as the famous norfolk ne hotel are good choices while looking for an accommodation.

Newport Hotels

If there is one place in the world that truly is a must see it is Newport. Lovely, scenic and spectacular, this place brings in visitors every year. If you are looking for a suitable place to stay then our pick on the best hotels can assist you.

Walkways

The Cliff walk spreads across an area of 3.5 miles and is part of the surrounding region of The Breakers. This beautiful hiking trail as well as walkway is perfect to take your loved one to. Enjoy a quiet stroll along this beautiful and scenic location while you take in the fresh air. What’s more, you can even enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding ocean and coastline. If you wish for frugal staying experiences then consider some of the many Cheap newport ri hotels. These come at discounted deals and hence save you plenty of money. There are many nice looking newport beach hotels that come within your budget.

Historical libraries

The Redwood Library and Athenaeum is as old as the 1700s. It is in fact considered to be one of the most ancient subscription libraries located in the entire country! If you are looking for an old fashioned looking place and simply love reading books then this is the perfect place to visit! If you are with children then they will enjoy a perfectly educational experience by browsing through the thousands of books on display here! If you are to look around a little bit then you can easily get some Best deals on rooms in Newport. These are real money savers. One such example is the set of newport rhode island motels. These come at very affordable rates.

Ancient mansions

The Beechwood Mansion is actually an estate which is owned by the famous Astor family. This could easily be considered one of the main highlights of Newport area. It is gorgeous and spectacular looking and is probably one of the best mansions you would ever find in Newport. You can easily avail one of the many guided tours that will take you around the place. Hence if you have always been interested in this famous family then you would love this place! In terms of affordable and comfortable accommodation the newport harbor hotel is a good choice. If you want some high end staying experience then the luxury hotel newport beach is perfect for you!

Ancient cottages

The Breakers is one of the most spectacular of all mansions inside Newport area. This estate spans an area of 13 acres and owes its name to the scenic view of ocean waves lashing against rocks. This is in essence a summer cottage belonging to the Renaissance period and is definitely one of the main highlights of Newport. The newport va hotel offers a fine blend of old world charm and modern amenities. The newport or hotel is also great for staying options. Other nice looking accommodations include the famous newport beach california hotel that overlooks the beach as well as the newport ky hotel.

London Hotels

Looking for lodging in good old London town? The hotels offered in and near the heart of the great city are well worth the money spent. Comfortable lodgings will ensure a comfortable visit. During peak season, hotels will offer extra amenities to lure the tourists. You can take advantage of some great deals with a small amount of Internet research.

The Baglioni Hotel overlooks Hyde Park in Kensington. It is in a great location that offers quick access to London, free Internet service and a daily breakfast. The Mandarin Oriental is also near Hyde Park. Across the road lies Harvey Nichols department store and only minutes away is the internationally famous Harrods. Both are close to Buckingham Palace as well. For those willing to play the extra for a room with a balcony, you can sip tea while watching the procession of the Household Calvary from on high. Those on a tighter budget might choose the Leisure Inn. Clean and well suited for the average traveler, the location is good – a mere 500 meters away from Hyde Park.

The Comfort Inn Earls Court Hotel is two minutes away from the Earls Court exhibition center and the Earls Court tube station. London’s extensive tube system can carry you from here to the heart of London or Heathrow Airport. Also close to Harrods and Buckingham Palace, the Comfort inn Earls Court Hotel prides itself on quality service. The nearby Copthorne Tara Hotel also offers quality service near the Kensington Gardens. Within easy traveling distance are the Natural History Museum, the Royal Albert Hall, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the markets of Portobello.

There are tons of traveler for London from all over the world coming to this surprising and lovely and revel for their leisure here with is chockablock of fun and activity. This region is very popular worldwide and people here like their journey, the unsurpassed accommodation offered by this place. The region is not greatly overpriced also and you grouping with lesser budgets can relish their stay. Always think renting one of numerous stylish apartments. Holiday apartment rental is a restful and more affordable choice touring this region families and travelers with pets should watch with their travel agents to ensure that appropriate rentals are secured before leaving home, Group would love to involve up a Travel provided their accommodation is inexpensive.

Hotels abound on London’s busy streets. There is a room for every budget. However, as with all other vacation arrangements, the smart traveler will research and read multiple reviews of prospective lodgings. How weary the tourist would be to discover he got a great deal on a hotel that promises to be “near the action”, but is actually an expensive cab ride away from any action at all. Great hotel deals are there, but make sure your location is part of your travel plan. So what are you waiting for come and enjoy the amazing journey of London.

Fayetteville NC Hotels

Many people seeking a Fayetteville NC hotel are looking for a hotel that offers an extended stay option. Those who have family and friends living in Fort Bragg or many spouses of military personnel as well as business people and those relocating to Fayetteville, NC find the convenience of an extended stay hotel to be the perfect accommodation.

Extended stay hotels generally offer a monthly or weekly rate for rooms. Most extended stay hotels also offer a daily rate, but this is generally higher than the monthly or weekly rates. The rule of thumb with extended stay hotels is that the longer you stay, the cheaper it is.

Many extended stay hotels offer housekeeping services, but not usually on a daily basis. In most cases, they will offer housekeeping three times a week or less. What is nice about extended stay hotels is that they are fully furnished, clean and have kitchenettes where you can prepare some meals, so that you are not eating out all of the time. Like most other hotels, they have laundry facilities on site.

While many extended stay hotels have restaurants, most offer coffee or even a continental breakfast in the morning. Some extended stay hotels even offer a buffet breakfast every morning and cocktail hours in the evening for guests.

The Suburban Hotel is a Fayetteville NC hotel that offers extended stay. There are both one bedroom and two bedroom rooms available with a kitchenette and living area. The Suburban Hotel has an on site laundry facility, spacious rooms, and a fully equipped kitchen that is perfect for those who are staying for a little or long time in Fayetteville, NC. There is even cable television and high speed internet access available.

Another Fayetteville NC hotel that offers extended stays exclusively is the Extended Stay Hotel Fayetteville. This large hotel is perfect for families on vacation or those who are staying for a longer period of time in Fayetteville. Rooms have either one or two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with cooking facilities, full sized refrigerator and microwave, on site laundry facilities, high speed internet access and cable television.

A computer workspace makes this the perfect extended stay hotel for business travelers who find themselves staying in Fayetteville for several weeks. The fully furnished, spacious and completely renovated rooms are kept in excellent condition and there is housekeeping service available on a weekly basis. Local calls are free and there is even personalized voice mail so you can feel as if you are staying in your own home.

In the mornings, the Extended Stay Fayetteville has a gourmet coffee bar with a small continental breakfast available for guests.

The Studio Plus at Crosscreek in Crosscreek Mall is another Fayetteville NC hotel that offers extended stay. The Studio Plus is perfect for the business traveler or single person who also seeks economy. The spacious, oversized room has a sleeper sofa and a separate, complete kitchen. There is even an outdoor pool and fitness center where you can relax after a hard day of work. The Studio Plus has phone service, voice mail, cable television and internet access - everything a business traveler could want and more! There is even a 24 hour guest laundry facility on the site. Rates for the Studio Plus run daily, weekly and monthly and are very reasonable. Best of all, the Studio Plus at Crosscreek is located very close to downtown Fayetteville.

When choosing a Fayetteville, NC hotel, ask yourself if you would benefit from choosing an extended stay hotel. If you are traveling with family and want additional privacy, or are traveling on business and plan to stay a while, an extended stay hotel is smart choice.

Hotels To Hope For

When you are looking for a place to stay on your vacation, you know all hotels are not made alike. Some hotels are just a place to rest your head at the end of the day and take a shower in the morning. Others are not just a hotel, but also a complete experience. We are going to look at five such locations.

Rusty Parrot Lodge and Spa

This hotel is located in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. As soon as you arrive at the lodge you will feel as you have entered another country or another world. The entire attraction has a rustic lodge theme, and in addition to just a place to lay your head at the end of the day, you can take wildlife safaris. In the spring you’ll see grizzlies and wolves, in the fall in addition to the wolves and grizzlies, you can see elk roaming. Back at the lodge you can take a ride on white water rafts, or take to a trail on horseback. If you want to pamper yourself, select from the offerings at the Body Sage Spa

Blackberry Farm

For relaxing and getting back to nature few hotels can offer the vacation deals that the Blackberry Farm can in the Great Smokey Mountains in Tennessee. This resort is located on 4,200 acres of beautiful property that offers back-to-nature experiences including hiking, horseback riding, fly-fishing, and canoeing. If you are looking for a little romance to go with your exploration, carriage rides are available through the property. There is even a camp program for the kids. While they’re away, you can be treated like royalty in the resort spa.

The Point Resort

This scenic place to stay is located on Saranac Lake, New York. This locale opens up its door to those with all diets of type, featuring a full kitchen that can meet any dietary restrictions. You will be relaxing in one of four separate buildings - Main Lodge, Guest House, Eagle’s Nest, and the Boat House, and can divide your time between on-site activities (hiking, horseback riding, badminton) and off-site activities (visits to the Adirondack Mountains and Whiteface Mountain, ice fishing, and ice skating).

The Peninsula

While in Beverly Hills, why not be treated like your name is on the walk of fame. This California resort offers just that. In the middle of the Beverly Hills Elite Homes, The Peninsula offers full spa treatments as well as top-line restaurants, and an easy drive down to Rodeo Drive or to strut your stuff on the streets of Beverly Hills.

The Post Ranch Inn

This getaway is located in Big Sur, California, far from the big city activities. Instead of looking at bright city lights and cars zooming by, your view here is much more relaxing, looking off the cliffs of the California coastline. You can take a walk and enjoy the breath taking view or relax and watch the day go by. While the atmosphere is very laid back and comfortable, you can still be treated like the stars down on rodeo drive, with one of their many spa treatment offerings.

The Best Five Hotels Of USA

The place of accommodation becomes the primary thing for many travelers when planning for their vacations. To make their holiday unforgettable and most excellent people usually search for the finest resort or the top hotels or the best vacation deals available. A wide variety of locations for a retreat are offered by the USA all around its soil.

1. Blackberry Farm of Tennessee is one of the finest hotels in the whole country, lying deep in the abode Great Smokey Mountains. Stretching 4,200 acres, this hotel is an example of absolute holiday escapade. The windows of your hotel room opens to the serene beauty of the Great Smokey Mountains. To indulge in ultimate relaxation through massage, hydrotherapy et al, the resort has opened up the Farmhouse Spa for its visitors. Visitors can go fly-fishing in the close by Clinch River. In fact the hotel boasts to offer the best fly-fishing experience in this side of the Rockies.

2. Another such finest specimen is in Wyoming, situated in Jackson Hole, the noted Rusty Parrot Lodge and Spa. At this resort, visitors will find their vacation to be a unique rural theme fulfilled with wildlife expeditions. The lodge carries out grizzly and wolf safari along with elk bugling for the guests, especially in the fall. The wildlife safari includes exploring the forest and the animals of the close by Yellowstone National Park.

3. One of the most captivating lake retreats in the United States is the Point Resort located in Saranac Lake, in New York. You can choose from the wide range of rooms in any of the four wonderful buildings of the resort starting with the Boat House, the Eagle's Nest, the Guest House and finally the Main Lodge. The special feature of the resorts much-admired dining room is that it caters to the special food restrictions of the guests, and breakfast-lunch-dinner is served according to the preferences. The holiday experience is not restricted to the hotel rooms. Visitors can enjoy several outdoor activities like fishing, sunset cruises, water skiing and swimming offered by the resort. Those who prefer land to water are not left out; horse riding, hiking, badminton and volleyball are few options they participate in.

4. Want to peek-a-boo in the luxurious lives of the stars? Why don't you become one in you next vacation! Come to The Peninsula in Beverly Hills for an aristocratic hotel experience and be treated like a star. If you are looking for an elegant, contemporary holiday, The Peninsula, set in between the glamorous private residences of Beverly Hills and against the background of the skyline of L.A, is the ultimate pick. This resort invites its guests to relish the many bars and restaurants offered by the hotel, especially the Roof Garden, which is a rooftop courtyard next to the spa and the pool, bordered by a stunning display of plants and flowers to give you that feel of nature amidst the swanky city.

5. To get a whole diverse view of California, the north of Beverly Hills, tourist will find the Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur, situated in central California quite an apt place. It is located almost 330 miles north of L.A. To have the atmosphere of pleasure and leisure the inn is built like a lodge. Indulge in the natural massages, specialized therapies, facials et al in the complete spa offered by the Post Ranch Inn.

Seven Star Hotels

There are some huge names in the Hotel industry, The Ritz is one that comes to mind. Others such as Marriot, Pearl Continental, Shangri-La and Holiday Inn are a few examples of hotel chains. What all these hotels offer is luxury hoteling but they by no means threaten a cardiac arrest at the check out counter. Since the arrival of the Burj-ul-Arab on the scene though, the niche market of ultra expensive elite hotels has opened up. The famously sail shaped Burj-ul-Arab may be hard to match but it does not lack competition, or not for long at least.

The wise say that if you have to ask how much it costs you can not afford it… most of us do have to ask. A grand per night is just the beginning of what the Burj-ul Arab charges, other 7 star hotels, as they are and will be tagged, should be in the same bracket, making them exclusive to the elite. Burj-ul Arab has since 1994 built a reputation for personalized service. From the 13 types of pillows to choose for your bed to the 42 inch plasma TV you could otherwise watch from the neighbor's house, the opulence and lavishness of the settings makes the hotels stand apart. The gold plating in its interior, the lavishly decorated breathtaking restaurants are, for now, unmatched.

Burj ul Arab's current competition is on a different level though. The name of the luxury hotelier Town House is not new to anyone in the field but the challenge Town House Galleria in Milan has put up is well worth a mention, no other hotel outside Asia has followed the 7 start route. The hotel was completed in 2007 and, unlike Burj ul Arab's huge building the Town House Galleria has fewer than 30 suites. Its historic location and the level of service provided with a personalized butler ready to act as your assistant throughout your stay to take care of every detail is something that sets Milan's jewel apart.

From the world's only 7 star hotel, the Burj has come to share the title, but that race is bound to hot up further with the up and coming hotels that are under construction as of now, including the Morgan Plaza of Beijing, The Pentominium in Manilla, The Centaurus in Islamabad and The Flower of the East on Kish Island in Iran. Even while there is no international 6 star rating, these hotels are planning and advertising their aspirations to be 7 star luxury hotels.

Interestingly, these projects are all in Asia, would Europe try and match the Asian hoteliers? Or can America? It also remains to be seen whether the lofty aims can be met; there is more to the seven star status than the buildings and that is exactly what the Town House Galleria is trying to gauge in their request to the Swiss testing and certification company, SGS, when they asked for a formal evaluation against what would eventually be a world over 7 star status. Could there ever be 8 star hotels?

Paradise Hotels

Vienna is the wonderful metropolis city that is situated on banks of Danube. City has its personal unique charm, as well as elegance. City has become the world famous as cultural capital of the Europe for fine architecture, the grand churches, as well as aristocratic mansion. This resulted in the huge number of the visitor's that is arriving in capital city of the Austria as well as making it most popular traveler destination in country. History of city goes back to the Roman times that is based on the former Roman armed settlement, like lots of other cities in the Europe. With fall of the Roman Empire, remains of settlement urbanized in to the town all under the rule of Babenberger reign. Then in year 1492, saw it turning the seat as well as capital of Habsburger's Holy Roman Empire. Developments have also resulted in the city that it is now.

Vienna, the Austria's legendary capital is most significant tourist center for the international traveler who is coming to visit Austria. City is dream city for the people with a love for the culture and the history. The visit to city is all stunning landscapes, nomadic in world well-known market as well as taking the peep at city's history. City also offers the variety of the sightseeing alternative and equally outstanding hotels in the Vienna. City even has established itself the place in UNESCO World Heritage record for the rich cultural heritage as well as wide range of the monuments. Vienna is also known for famous musicians, for whom the Vienna has been their house. City today is the popular place, with the wide variety of the theatre, melody, art and cinemas at hand. The place is the delight for art, the music buffs. Traveling in the Vienna is world-class know-how, with the luxury of the Vienna hotel at disposal of visitor's.

The city is very good-looking and lively town with a bit for everyone to discover as well as explore. Visitor's can also start with the visit to St. Stephan's Cathedral that is one of City's oldest building. Then Ringstrasse, is the superb boulevard that is surely a worth a visit. The must for visitor's is Schloss Schönbrunn, with the parks, the palm house, the butterflies house as well as world-renowned Zoo. Furthermore, if one sense like receiving true feel of city, the most excellent option is take the trip around town on the foot, bicycle, or else the tram. City trip will take through the streets of the great architectural concern and covers lots of different sights, that include Donnerbrunnen Fountain, Loos Haus, Michaelerkirche, as well as Rathaus and some of best museums in the town.

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Hotels In Newmarket

As part of your stay in and around Cambridgeshire you will more than likely want to spend a couple of days exploring the nearby horse racing town of Newmarket. Steeped in horse racing tradition and home to the Jockey Club, Newmarket is a jewel on the Cambridgeshire/Suffolk border.

Although technically in Suffolk, Newmarket is surrounded on three sides by Cambridgeshire, and it has a CB postcode so it would be a shame to visit the county without a quick hop over the Suffolk border to sample this delightful town.

Thankfully, due mainly to the horse racing industry there are plenty of top class hotels in Newmarket. The Rutland Arms on the High Street offers first rate accommodation with easy access to the local pubs and restaurants. The White Hart Hotel a bit further up has the convenience of being next to a taxi rank, which is handy for the racing, but the pub below can be quite lively at weekends, which needs to be taken into consideration if you are travelling with a young family.

If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the High Street the Bedford Lodge hotel is situated about a mile or so down the exclusive Bury Road. The Bedford Lodge offers top class accommodation, along with a pool, gym and restaurant. A range of Spa treatments are also available at the health centre to make your stay that extra bit special.

If you are travelling on a budget there a number of decent B&B’s and Guest Houses scattered around the town and in the nearby villages such as Burwell, Exning and Chevely.

In summary, you should not have any difficulty in finding a selection of fine hotels in Newmarket. If you are visiting during May to July you should try and time it with one of the fabulous Newmarket Nights events. These combine a night at the races followed by a guest performance in the grandstand. Previous performers have included Jools Holland, Westlife and Girls Aloud and they are guaranteed to be a good night.

To find accommodation providers in Newmarket follow the link below:

http://www.cambridgeshiretouristguide.com/Display_Results.asp?cboService=113&CityID=437

Hotels In Cambridge

There are a wide variety of Hotels in Cambridge. Whether your visit is business or pleasure you are sure to find a Cambridge Hotel to suit your needs.

Within the centre of Cambridge, around Regent Street and Parkers piece in particular there are a number of top class hotels aimed at business travellers, or tourists who want to make their stay in Cambridge that extra bit special. They offer all the 5 star facilities you would expect by way of off street parking, restaurant and room service. These hotels also benefit from being within walking distance from all the major attractions such as the Colleges and the River Cam and you can expect to pay anywhere in the region of £80 (€120) to £180 (€260) for a double room.

Good examples of this type of Cambridge Hotel are the Regent hotel and the De Vere University Arms.

If you are on a limited budget and don’t mind a bit of a walk there are plenty of B&B’s and Guest Houses concentrated around Newmarket Road and Cherry Hinton road. These are both on the way into town and a walk into the centre shouldn’t take more than 20-30 minutes depending on which end of the street you are on. Alternatively, both streets are on major bus routes which would take you 5-10 minutes and cost no more than a couple of pounds (€3-4).

Prices range from £50 (€80) a night, to £120 (€200) for some of the larger Guest Houses. One of the benefits this type of accommodation is the family run atmosphere and the often invaluable local knowledge of the owner, so they are definitely worth considering. The Fairways guest house on Cherry Hinton Rd is a classic example of this type of accommodation

If you want somewhere in between the two there are a number of Travelodge type accommodation providers in the area. These offer the look and feel of a Cambridge hotel, but usually at B&B prices. The only downside to this type of accommodation is their out of town location, but if you have your own transport this is not a problem.

The Sleep Inn Cambridge is just 6 miles north of Cambridge and also offers you the chance to explore other areas of this great county that you wouldn’t see staying in the town centre.

Overall, you will not be short of choice when it comes to Hotels in Cambridge. The main things to consider, in order, are:

1) Location
2) Budget
3) Amenities

And you need to know which of the above you are willing to compromise on. Once you have made your decision, follow the link below to find a Cambridge hotel that meets your criteria.

Birmingham Hotels

You will be spoilt for choice for places to visit in Birmingham. It houses the award winning Visitor Centre Bourneville which is the Cadbury World headquarters. All Chocoholics will find Cadbury world a wonderful day out. With chocolate at retail prices and misshapes you can come away with a right chocolate bargain.

The bullring is the heart shopping in Birmingham. With over 160 shops to explore from the normal high street stores to the more exquisite shops there is something for everyone. For food the centre has over 25 restaurants. If you like a curry then Birmingham then houses some of the best Balti restaurants, it is known as the Balti capital of the world.

At a cost of £114 million the Millennium Point is one the the UK’s major millennium projects. It houses the museum of science of discovery and is a popular place for tourists. Nature lovers would enjoy the Botanical Gardens and the Winterbourne Gardens.
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There are five major canals within the city for walkers. The town of Birmingham has produced some world famous people such as the author of “Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” J.R.R. Tolkien. World Champion Formula One racing driver Nigel Mansell came from Birmingham as does Lisa Clayton who sailed around the world single-handedly in her yacht called “The Spirit of Birmingham”.

The NEC arena is renowned for bringing lots of world wide stars to perform. It can house 12,300 seats and receives over a million visitors every year. Since opening in 1980 many stars have performed at the arena including, Diana Ross, Elton John, Status Quo, Tina Turner, UK and Kylie. As well as music artists the NEC hosts a number of exhibitions throughout the year. The Clothes Show and the Horse of the year show.

There are plenty of good places to stay in the area. For affordable prices with plenty of free parking and relaxing gardens you might like to consider Norfolk Hotel in Edgbaston. It is ideally located for all the attractions within Birmingham.

At the other end of the scale you could stay in a contemporary hotel which is situated in stylish Brindley in the heart of Birmingham. City Inn Birmingham is a little more pricy than the previous hotel mentioned but it is more of a luxurious hotel. All 238 guest rooms have en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning and full sound-proofing. The rooms are also decorated in a nice light fresh feel. Each room has broadband internet access, flat screen TV, DVD and CD player.

Whatever type of hotel or B & B you wish to stay in and whether you chose the lower end of the market or top end you will find Birmingham a truly wonderful place.