Everything you need to know about content marketing for hotels

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To help you develop a winning strategy, here are 27 ways to develop a successful strategy

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Eating Italian sweep across the world .. and cook in the German capital outperform Romans

Sink to the markets these days, yearbooks from the best restaurants in Italy in 2006 and compete in the culinary specialists on the choice of the most brilliant chef and award prizes and grades. After my stay in this beautiful country and savoring Bmoklh for more than thirty years decided to rating the best restaurants in Rome on my way and without paying attention to the signs given by any tourist guide or a book about restaurants that more than 2,500 restaurant in the Italian capital.
Characteristics of eating Italian: Italian cuisine swept across the world in its simplicity and its dependence on fresh material so it is hard to enjoy eating authentic Italian outside Italy for lack of the required materials and all the many amendments entered by some competent prosecutor. May not know some of the impact of the Arabs historically Italian cuisine but the Arabs left their mark wherever they are, especially in the south, such as Sicily and Naples Fsharaúh Albestalh Moroccan became «Melleh Füle» (A paper) in Italy and «mi Foy» in France, «Strodl» in Austria and Germany. The influence of the Arab repeated twice: first when it invaded Aghlabids from Tunisia Sicily in the ninth century and remained there two hundred and fifty years, and secondly when he returned the Crusaders to their country, and brought in sugar cane cultivation in Spain and rice in Italy, as well as spinach (Spinashi in Italian or Spinc English) as well as orange and lemon and apricot (plum) and introduced the production of refreshments such as ice cream or gelato (ice cream) and Alsorbyh (ie frozen lemonade).
The meal consists of eating in Italy from Sahnin: the first contains a pasta like spaghetti or macaroni and classes varied and the second includes a meat or chicken or fish being prepare these items in a simple way, in most cases, unlike French cuisine. Italian food and healthy because it focuses on the use of olive oil and marine species and aromatic herbs as he much diversity as regions and provinces Therefore, we believe that the majority of Italians are characterized by lean and relatively moderate weight.
Rome Restaurants: The restaurants in the Italian capital in the seventies limited in dishes., Diversity and like a big village narrow thinking and had fresh fish rarely eat province of Rome is limited, as the days of the rule of the popes, while offering most of the restaurants the same menu, but what Say Wonder in places visiting tourists, where you can find some restaurants overseas, but now the situation has changed completely and became Rome comparable to Paris and the major capitals and opened several new restaurants regulations unfamiliar characterized by quality, innovation and sophistication in the art of cooking after that abounded hotel schools and improve the training of chefs and became level globally while retaining the character of Italian inspired by all the provinces.
«Gallura»'s thickness: the thickness of the best restaurant in Rome is located in the upscale neighborhood and occupy the floors in the building and garden predominantly wealthy and do not know a lot of tourists, but of my favorite restaurants to amateur and Almtanqan eating delicious food and drink. The reason for its success depends on it to bring the fish and food fresh seafood from the island of Sardinia. Frequenting the restaurant politicians, actors and football players and the self-employed as Doctors and lawyers. Favorite dishes which include fish delicacy (like Alelkez or «Sbiegola» in Italian) and marine shellfish and prawns (shrimp) and Alhomar and Alangosut and lobsters (Aragusta) and fruits find rare tropical species and strawberries or wild strawberries. The prices commensurate with those luxurious materials, so it is difficult to be less than the bill for 80 euros (or $ 100) per person.
Gallura _ via Giovanni Antonelli, 2 (Parioli) _ Tel. 06 8072971 «Ditty Rambo»: amateur eating delicious and the prices are reasonable in the center of the city near the places tourists visit and yard «Navona» Square «Campo de Fiori» (field of flowers) .laúhh food is traditional but they are affected by the experience of the owners of the restaurant who came from the province of different backgrounds spaced The former residents of Rome and the second was a merchant Holdings ancient city of Luke province of Tuscany in central Italy, the chef were followers of the school, which combines ancient and modern are preparing breads, pastries and desserts herself and adjusted in traditional recipes are light and donate in the preparation of meat dishes and fish like to eat in the backyard or what they call in Italy «eat Betty». The price of the meal does not exceed 40 euros (or $ 50) in most cases.
Ditirambo _ Piazza della Cancelleria, 74 _ Tel. 06 6871626 Armando: a small restaurant in a historic building near the old structure of the Pantheon, which is visited by thousands of tourists in the center of Rome, was designed by architect huge dome of Damascus, which Apolodoros in the second century AD, the Roman Emperor Trajan days. Does not provide «Armando» only meat except on Tuesdays and Fridays, where offers according traditionally fish. The author won an award for cooking was an important dream since he was a French writer and philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre has dining with colleagues from famous authors Italians. Here you can enjoy eating the city of Rome, such as the traditional roast lamb and artichokes (or artichokes) and wild mushrooms, as well as a special dessert chef of the invention, a sweet cake cheese (ricotta) with a layer of strawberry jam (or strawberry). The price also does not exceed 40 euros (or $ 48).
Armando Al Pantheon _ Salita de Crescenzi, 31 _ Tel 06 68803034 Tulio: Castle to eat good secured its quality and origins of Tuscany and its capital Florence is located near the end of the street Veneto in the center of the capital and yard Barparini known example magnificent Bernini fountain. Most customers of well-known personalities and businessmen who prefer the kinds of fish or meat cooked the way the province of Tuscany in addition to the pasta with wild mushrooms in the autumn season, as well as truffle rare, but cake dessert «A Paper» (inclination Füle) from the production shop specializes desserts are fun memorable. The cost of the meal per person between 50 and 60 euros (or 60 to $ 72).
Tullio- Via San Nicola da Tolentino, 26 _ Tel. 06 4818564 Pergola Hotel Hilton: luxurious restaurant in Rome and cook a German, a Heinz Beck winning certificate all the critics that he's number one for years is not rivaled in this class any cook Italian Although the menu contains Italian dishes but in a way very innovative, proving that your artist of the first class .. and it is impossible to describe Dishes which constantly invent and if the money were not, or 160 euros (about $ 200) per person a barrier in front of you you can indulge in this unique experience but do not forget booking two months ago, many Vazubaún and place tight

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City history and art enjoy the spring breeze and hillocks dreamy Florence: Cradle of the European Renaissance and the Museum of Italy

The novel says that the disease rarely has a set symptoms appear at one time called «disease Stendhal» referring to the French writer Henri Stendhal caused by exposure to a dose ample of beauty, it has one sees Panel Tbehrh may even carry it to the perception that life has thrown into which resurrects a loss of balance then faint, and this is what happened to Stendhal when he visited the city of Florence for the first time in the nineteenth century. And had been due to the need for all young Belle wealthy as part of the general culture before her marriage and entering society.
The Florence (or: Verenze firenze in Italian) is one of the three most important cities on the tourist must be had in addition to the contemporary Rome and Venice in order to note the extent of diversity among different regions in Italy. The fact that he can not disappoint any tourist destination wherein Born Renaissance in Europe, which changed the way we look to the modern world because it is full of treasures of art and months paintings that we see in textbooks and museums frequented by hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world, and enjoy the atmosphere surrounded by gentle hills and farms and fruit orchards of grapes, and proof River «Arnaud» and it bridges antique from the days of the Roman and medieval and famous «old Bridge» where still sold the most beautiful jewelry and silverware for more than eight hundred years.
Rode the express train (Eurostar) from Rome, heading north in the center of Italy and went to Florence after an hour and a half, and did not exceed the cost of the trip 30 euros (or $ 37) and it was landscape from the window of the train exquisite too, there are the green hills were scattered by cypress trees slender Albasagh , which reminds you of paintings the artist Leonardo da Vinci, especially Aljioknda (Mona Lisa) smiles mysterious, and relieves the reflection of lights sun afternoon light on the hills undulating to exist differentiated fascinating between light and shadow, it is no wonder that senior artists and painters Italians are mesmerized by the beauty of Tuscany and its capital Florence and Regulations long and include Michelangelo and Raphael and da Vinci and Botichelli.
The first thing that struck me after I arrived in Florence that its narrow streets and the doors of the palaces of historical, features art upscale as if the city is a large museum has not changed its thing since the sixteenth century, and I remembered that one Mshaherha is Machiavelli, author of «prince», which was followed by politicians in the logo end justifies the means, but I went back quickly to the fact it has raised the sunset magician on the banks of the River Arno my imagination, and I understood why born love of beauty in Italy of this city, dreamy, not for the influx of millions of tourists to it these days and throw bottles of coca-Cola empty streets archeological.
A glimpse of history
* Hit Florence disorders in the thirteenth century like the rest of the Italian cities scattered at the time, and compete for the verdict supporters of the Pope, who ruled Rome and neighboring provinces and pro-empire Romania holy, Vtpadloa ruled repeatedly and denied their opponents even the great poet Dante one of the fathers of Italian language and author of the book «Divine Comedy », dragged from Florence in 1301 and decided to establish the first artisans Guild early in an effort to rule the country in a way a democratic republic, Fdamt experience of ten years and was a pioneering experiment in the history of the West, because the business class has taken a bold stance against the regime. Florence was funded activities Pope has also established the nearby city and its competitors «Siena» the first bank in the world and was the currency of fluorine international currency in circulation. With the accumulation of wealth and riches have been a boom in the construction of houses, palaces and asked the owners of the two examples of Donatllo and Giberti decorate buildings and palaces and painters Botichelli and Giotto painting to hang them on the walls, and then held concerts in the gardens of the palaces and the back of the art of singing the theater or the opera for the first time in the world then emerged Family powerful Medici in 1430, which provided some of the popes, as well as actual rulers for hundreds of years They encouraged creativity and authorship in the golden age of Vorence days of Lorenzo de Medici, known savvy political patronage and the arts. The revolution in the reign of his son, the Catholic cleric Savonarola, who accused the ruling tyranny, and burned books Medici family and their jewels and their wives hair wigs in public squares. And gone his revolution to the extent that the Pope described as heresy and died burned in 1498 while fuller da Vinci famous painting «Last Supper» and left many people in the country of their city, and settled primarily artist Michelangelo in Rome to paint paintings timeless and adorns the corridors of the Vatican and churches. The Medici family remained in power until 1737 and then underwent Florence to rule France and Austria even after the declaration of the Italian contingent in 1870.
Spring Art
* Spring is the most beautiful seasons to visit Florence and loitering in alleyways, and is watching the shops are small pleasure rare, Valdhuq high and innovation is the title and the curfew which is easy because all you want to see in the hand, either squares must visit Church Square Home (Duomo) and access to the Church huge, which expands to twenty thousand people and adorned with paintings and beautiful colored marbles precious, especially bright white and dark green, and took built one hundred and forty years, from 1296 to the year 1436 and in the museum entrance doors of Paradise sculptor Jiberti will see the public restoration latter to one of the doors in 24 of the current month and the statue «Mercy» famous for Michelangelo. It is necessary to enjoy coffee Kabuchino in months Square in the city, a yard Senyoraa and in front of you old palace which was built in 1299 and was the prison attached to the walls, pictures of wanted criminals to justice, and is now the center of the municipality and the local government as you can see statues wonderful displayed in the outdoor arena, where There are the most important group of statues in Italy from the days of the Renaissance, including the statues sculpted by Michelangelo and Donathelo and Bnfeinoto Celina. The Uffizi museum near you that has the most famous paintings in the world, such as «Spring» and «the birth of Venus» Botichelli to, and compete with the Louvre Museum in Paris. Not completed visit downtown without eating ice cream and gelato (ice cream) Italian known the taste of fresh fruit in the Square of the Republic (Repubblica) from nearby markets and shops.
During the visit to the Palazzo Pitti huge and the headquarters of the family of Medici previously held now (in early June), an exhibition of cutting-edge role of Italian fashion, because do not forget that Gucci and Ferragamo and Cavalli are people of Florence, and compete with stylists Almqublon of Milan such as Armani, Ferre and designer veteran of Rome Valentino , and decides these fashion womenswear, menswear and colors used in the autumn and winter the next. In the municipal theater Maggio Moszekalleh and other displays this month finest operas and business classical music such as opera Tsar «Boris Godunov» to Mosurjski led by Maestro Russian Simon Bychkov, and spare piano musician Frenchman Debussy alzlg Waldo Hikulini, will also participate in concerts months the leaders of the orchestra Italians such as Claudio Labado ever Arab origin (son of the family of slaves in Andalusia) and Ricardo Haaa. The light music it may share prolific this month, too, there is a festival of jazz and music festival black with top artists from Brazil, Cuba, Mali, Nigeria and the United States, do not forget the film festival and painting exhibitions of modern and open markets for the sale of antiques. In short, confused visitor in choosing activities and events that can participate in the abundance of diversity and its high level tempting that did not spend his time in buying and shopping from the most luxurious shops, with marquee names or from small shops (boutique), which specializes in innovations skin and traditional industries famous, since the days of the founding unions craftsmen in the Middle Ages, but the workers who they made now may be from Italy or from Arab countries or China, in which case the largest Chinese community in Italy, inhabiting Florence and its suburbs and other cities in the province of Tuscany such as Arezzo, to the extent that the power company has become a bill will be sent consumption in Italian and Chinese since the past. Maybe lucky also believes that filming a motion picture films in the streets or squares of Florence honored, because many of the directors of their choice for their films of historical and perhaps some little film «room with a view» who pay British director James Ivory to fame twenty years ago, and the room was overlooking Florence and its countryside and learned English boys who came to draw on the assets of the principles of art and culture gram. If I fed from seeing this Badaya fashioned Supreme do not miss the opportunity to visit cities nearby located not more than an hour by train, like Siena over the city maintains a system of medieval in the division of biology and horse racing on the cobblestone streets, or Pisa's famous Leaning Tower or San Gimignano, nicknamed «Manhattan medieval» buildings and towers in the form of families were fighting from balconies. Where do you find all this history and art in front of your eyes and thought perhaps produce a movie to your account!
Where to stay
* Florence hotels to suit all budgets, but the most luxurious hotels are located in the center of the historic city on the banks of the River Arno, including:
Excelsior Excelsior and address Piazza Ognissanti, 3 Tel. 055 210278 (the finest hotel in the country of 5 stars) Grand Otel _ Tel. 055 288781 - Grand Hotel in the same arena against the Excelsior Hotel _ 5 stars. Furnished Renaissance style any Damascene fabrics and silk brocade and an excellent restaurant (60 euros or 75 dollars).
Helvetia and Bristol Via de Pescioni, 2 _Helvetia e Bristol - - Tel. 055 287814 (5 stars) in the center of the city looks like a luxury hotel, but other smaller ones but known to the people of the country and pools of precious marble room.
Mona Lisa Tel. 055 2479751 -Borgo Pinti, 27 - 4 stars) wooden palace of the fifteenth century and a quiet room where 35 Continental _ 4-star _Tel. 055 272622 -Lungarno Acciaiuoli -Continental - Domo (3 stars) Tel. 055 219922 _ Piazza Duomo _ Duomo Hotel Peletana (Star) Tel. 055 213561 _ Via dei Conti, 7 _ Hotel Belletini - comfortable small hotel run by three sisters and has a restaurant.
Where to eat
* Dishes months in Florence contains a special grilled meat, and there are chicken livers pureed vegetable soup and heavy drinking for winter and Rpolita its name, and where Asmkunha add cabbage, bread, beans and olive oil. One of the best restaurants to suit all budgets:
Aenotaka Pennekuori _Tel. 055 242777 _ Via Ghibellina, 87 _ Enoteca Pinchiorri the most expensive restaurant in Italy inside the Palace of the Renaissance era, became the hotels now after the renewal of the restaurant two years ago. French cook the meal and the quantities of small and expensive, while prices of more than 200 euros (or $ 275) per person.
Hibrio _Tel. 055 2341100 _ Via A. del Verrocchio, 8 - Cibreo eating traditional high of Tuscany, where is the balance between the traditional recipe and modern way in preparation. For ducks, but provides little pastries stuffed with raisins _ 70 euros (87 dollars).
No Giostra _Tel. 055 241341 _ Borgo Pinti, 12 _ La Giostra restaurant owner Amir is creative in cooking truffles and breakfast and Hloyate delicious tiramisu cake with chocolate, coffee and precious Simon Buchangra _Via Ghibellina, 124 _ Simon Boccanegra Tel.055 2001098 restaurant near the theater named after the name of the individual warrior knight Florence immortalized musician named individually in one of his operas. List of non-traditional food and a lot of fish Mufouh saffron and ginger.
Austiraa Antica _Tel. 055 2342836 - Via San Niccolo, 60 Osteria Antica eat traditional excellent with a touch of creativity Mthowdh home prices do not exceed 20 euros or 25 dollars.
Austiraa de Benxi _Tel.055 2344923 _ Via de Benci, 11 Osteria de Benci famous grilled meat and spaghetti with tomatoes, herbs and moderate prices.
Koshio (or eggshell in Italian) Tel. 055 224421- Via dell_Orto, 49 / a _ Guscio of the best restaurants in town and known to the people of Florence who Artadoh constantly because of the quality of food lamb or some varieties of fish and moderate prices (35 euros or 44 dollars).

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Rome, the capital of organized chaos .. City does not know the way to boredom

Every time I visit Italy I feel like I visit for the first time and I feel I am in my second home and probably plays its geographical location and the Mediterranean sea in that role.
When you arrive to the capital Rome feel like you are in the open-air museum and large, each building tells the story of history and flirts clear on all the walls decorated by the hands of artists and sculptors months.
Located in the heart of Europe, but they are unique beauty can not be compared to the rest of other European capitals, where all the beautiful chaos that has become even with time organization will not stand in front of you during your visit to them.
When you decide to visit Rome, you must bring your feet will you use for the duration of your stay, renting a car in Rome may be an option wrong proportion of traffic congestion at peak times and other times of the day and night, and the parking is a rare coin and inaccessible, if any.
In Rome you'll find yourself walking for long hours will not feel so, on the first day I arrived in, I walked for six hours straight I did not feel in which tired but I was fascinated by the beauty of its development, my visit was the fifth is every time I go to them discover new splendor and museum, new and historical story did not Otenbh them before, and this is what makes it such a masterpiece capital draw discovery at any time you visit.
Why are advised to visit now?: These days, one of the best times to visit Rome proportion to its weather moderate, and these days, do not fall within the summer season, where inflamed the price, if the point Antlaqk of Europe will be the cost of travel much less with the availability of the opportunity to travel cheaply on board lines easyJet and Ryanair and other airlines cheap, in addition to British Airways flights and Alitalia, which starts a day from Heathrow, either if the starting point of the Middle East, it is better to use in one of the travel agencies and tourism, which can make reservations hotels and travel tickets have been these are the perfect way to get the best prices, especially in Rome that the problem is the availability of a sufficient number of hotel rooms available in the middle so it is advisable to book hotels are always located in the outskirts of the capital they provide free transportation service to and from the city center in most cases. Tourist attractions countless: beautiful in Rome is near the tourist attractions of each other, setting off to visit the Vatican and surrounding area churches wonderful belong to him, but, if you want to climb to the top of the building Vatican must be alert to the issue of waiting in a queue has no end, as it should query for another appointment to visit so as not to wait for all that time and up late to find the doors are locked, but seeing the inside of the Vatican and Rome view of the above deserve all the fuss and wait.
Vatican City from smaller cities and includes the headquarters of the Pontifical and the most important museums and church «Sistine» which is considered the most beautiful hand made ​​Michael Angelo, when you visit your eyes will be on Msamartin Alsagovih ornate, which is a piece of art in itself.
* Coliseum, it is no less splendor from the rest of the historical monuments, Fbdakhlh breathe the fragrance of the date on which it seems clear through fingerprints Romania left unchanged for more than three thousand years and out of this theater huge find a wall tells the history of the empire Romania, which has swept the world from end to latest, and take our Arab pillar on this wall in turn tells the history of the civilization that decorated the most beautiful cities in the world, temples and terraces, theaters and castles that are still witness to the vigor.
* Pantheon, one of the archaeological sites that received special attention from the authorities in Rome are better maintain the premises and are maintenance work which is constantly, it is known for the Italians interest in the issue of keeping their heritage historical, and this is evident in its decorations small engraved on buildings and old churches that still Bohaly suit, designed the center, the Pantheon roof dumped in a circular motion what is considered a kind of creativity in architecture.
The most beautiful squares: * Piazza Navona, Bmseltha wonderful statues and giant fountain distinctive, address gatherings of tourism, which meet all languages ​​and take them as the date for the convergence to eat better cup of coffee and a taste of Italian cuisine tempting regardless of calories incurred when takingmedicinebefore «pasta» and «pizza ».
In this arena had been living legend actress Sophia Loren is still her home, which is still apprehensive to this day there, adorned with a balcony filled with trees and flowers.
* Trevi Fountain, or Fontana di Trevi, remember to throw in its water piece of financial metal to ensure a second visit to Rome, has this holds true with me Vdhirtha five times, they are considered glanced of the most beautiful squares, where the most beautiful fountain, as it is located in the city center close to of shops and cafes, which are teeming with tourists who come to it from all sides, as it is the destination of newlyweds who Aotonha to take some souvenir photos in an atmosphere of joy and in the confines of the sound of running water.
* Piazza de España, or what is known as the Spanish Steps is located close to the fountain of the aforementioned, and adorned with colorful flowers. Tourists come to him to take the most beautiful souvenir pictures, which is very close to the high-end shopping areas, particularly the Via Condotti.
What do you do during the day?: Sure, you will not be puzzled at what you do during the day, Rome is full of beautiful things that are worth a visit after a cup of cappuccino flavor Italian original will be lively, to start in expeditions to delay capital, Fujbh Italian breakfast is a a cup of cappuccino or Alaspreuiso croissant with sweetened chocolate or jam, but the hotels take into account the issue of the habits of tourists of various nationalities Vtstaan ​​manner buffet which contains a variety of dishes.
If you enjoy physically fit will help you to walk the intensive use of the office to arrange special flights organizes twice a day, one in the daytime and another at night on foot from which to learn all the sights in Rome with a tour guide explains to you the story of each wall of the building. To inquire Enjoy Rome, Via Marghera 8a, www.enjoyrome.com without forgetting the lunch break in a Rome restaurants beautiful, we must try as much as possible of Italian dishes, which often begin with «Ante Basti» which is Brokita (a piece of toast and greased with olive oil, garlic, salt and cut tomatoes small size) and then dealing with in accordance with a great pasta flavors and sauces are different, and you end up with a cup of coffee, but do not miss you chance to eat «ice cream» Italian famous like Altartvuo at Giolitti, which is between the best places in Rome, and after the slalom on some commercial markets, Valtsouk in Rome will be your companion Permanent he comes to you wherever you are thanks to street vendors in the streets who sell handbags counterfeit sunglasses and even shoes cheaply, if you decide to buy something of them do not accept the price first, and Vasalhm Suppose the price at which they want they accept. (Note, the acquisition of counterfeit artifacts that carry the names of the months, the role of fashion is considered illegal in some countries must be alert to this point). What do you do at night?: Lille Rome like Nharha, noise himself and life full of movement itself and the traffic jam is not the kindest, but there are some restaurants that are open only during the period of the evening, if you're a fan of pizza, you just need to visit Batezirya de Bafiato Pizzeria De Baffetto the best Batezirya in Rome opens its doors for the night, and to provide specialized Albrookita dishes and pizza baked on the wood in two sizes: large and small. If you prefer a bustling atmosphere, you just need to go to a restaurant in the city center Gilda and Mansehra in the box end of the night for him.
* 10 best places to shop in Rome * is still the Italian capital maintain its position in the world of fashion, when you visit will not be in front of you handicap access to the shopping streets, they are scattered all over the city that distinguish small boutiques, unlike what we find prevalent in the West, where there are large commercial centers. Among the most important markets in Rome:
* Via Condotti Via Condotti is a street Condotti of the most important streets for shopping proportion to what its content of shops and the role of fashion famous in the fashion world, such as the House of Gucci and Bulgari, Prada, Hermes and Ferragamo and Armani and Trussardi and Valentino and other big names in the world of fashion, but Prepare yourself for high prices.
This street in the world converge Fame shop, do not wait to get discounts from shopkeepers Vamufaslh not allowed in those stores.
* Via del Corso, Via Del Corso
* Access to Corso from could not be easier, it cleaves the commercial center in Rome and includes shops several power tools to music stores and shoe stores and fits owners budgets medium and youth ratio for the large number of shops that sell what suits them from clothes and accessories, and if you are a shopaholic in You'll find shopping malls in the center of the Corso and the lonely called La Rinascente find the perfume, clothes and many other things.
* Via Cola di Rienzo Via Cola Di Rienzo
* This is the ideal market for the middle class and the owners of modest budgets, but this does not mean that the goods contained therein are not good, but on the contrary they are Italian-made, but they are not signed by famous designers and famous for this street, the prevalence of a large number of shops selling shoes keep pace with fashion trendy. And near this street is located Ottaviano Ottaviano Street and find the shops to sell clothes to suit all budgets, including expensive ones and cheap.
* Via Via Borgogniama Burgonewma
* Address last for months Italian brands and is located close to the market Condotti, find a great shops bearing the signatures of famous designers such as Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi and Ferre and Givenchy, Versace, and it can reach by walking to the Piazza di Spagna famous as a tourist and business, where there is a house Missoni and Krizia Fashion elegant.
* Via de Korunari Via Dei Coronari
* In the past, this market is famous for selling rosaries, icons and everything related to Christian pilgrimage in the Vatican, but he turned the day into an important destination for lovers of artifacts, but beware of fraud Some of the pieces may be worth the price of imported nor desired.
* Via del Babueno Via Del Babuino
* It can be said that this market is the most elegant and sophisticated compared with the markets of Rome the other not less important, meet the famous brands such as Armani and Chanel, Tiffany & Co, with most shops selling artifacts, this is the street true paradise for amateur compilation of artifacts, particularly furnishings and paintings ancient art.
* Via Via Margutta Margota
* In spite of the small size of this market, but it contains many ancient artifacts affordable.
* FIA Boca de Leon Via Bocca Di Leone
* Located close to the market and Burgognona Condotti and is known for the proliferation of small boutiques and high-end on both sides, and the presence of unique jewelry is unique in design, but you can not find there, especially in a place called Siragoza the unique design of the most beautiful rings and necklaces.
* Via Via Nazionale Naziunali
* It is the place which meant the Italians to the shop, where you find everything you need from needs such as clothes, shoes and travel bags and home accessories, prices are very acceptable.
* Via de Gaoponara Via Giubbonari
* So-called honor of b «jacket Gauboti» which was being manufactured in this particular street, and is known for the presence today of a lot of goods cheaply, and find the shoes and formal dresses and Sbor for women and men.
Note: most of the shops closed their doors during the day to rest, what requires you to organize your day and take advantage of lunch time at the time of closing, and often have between one o'clock and half past three in the afternoon

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4 Memorable Things You Can Do in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is a place that is known for its 24-hour casinos, cabaret and nightclubs, fine dining restaurants, and luxury hotels. Visiting Vegas the first time can be very exciting and challenging. Deciding where to start and which places to see takes time, and if you don't spend your time wisely you may not get the most out of your Las Vegas experience. Fortunately, we've prepared four essential things that you can include in your bucket list.

1. Experience the Thrill at the top of The Stratosphere

Considered one of the most exciting attractions in Las Vegas, the iconic Stratosphere Tower is the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States and second tallest tower in the Western Hemisphere. The Stratosphere offers rides that are perfectly suited for thrill-seekers and adrenalin junkies. Scream as loud as you can in X-Scream, or be a hero and try the SkyJump and earn your bragging rights from jumping at an official height of 829 ft. Also try the heart-pounding Insanity ride and the gut-wrenching Big Shot, a 160-ft. tower ride that accelerates at 45 mph.

Helpful Tip: If you want to experience all the thrilling rides, you can purchase an extreme value package that comes with tower admission and all day unlimited rides.

2. See Dust Fly on an Awesome Desert ATV Adventure

Go out on a desert trip and try the extreme ATV Adventure. Ride a series of trails past sandstone cliffs and red rock formations. You can also enjoy a 1-day package tour that includes a ride on your own. The vehicles are easy to operate with automatic transmission. See the views of Lake Mead and the entrance to the Grand Canyon when you drive to the top of the mesas. Take photos at Nevada's oldest state park.

Helpful Tip: You can inquire about ATV tour packages and additional information at your hotel's front desk. Local service providers usually have free hotel pickups from most centrally located Las Vegas hotels.

3. Dine at The Griddle Café, also known as the 'Disneyland of Breakfast'

The Griddle Café is famous for breakfast in Las Vegas. The generous sized portions and belief that breakfast should be available at all times makes The Griddle Café an iconic Las Vegas establishment. Try their scrumptious signature Mom's French toast, banana pancakes, their original baked potato omelette and a delicious shrimp BLT. This is absolutely the best breakfast experience you will have while in Vegas.

Helpful Tip: The café doesn't take reservations between 7:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. There is "call ahead seating" that is very convenient, and all you have to do is call before you head out the door. Phone: (855) 761-7757

4. Viva Vision and Free Concerts at Fremont Street

Aside from going on a shopping spree at the five-block area of Fremont Street, the main attraction here is the Viva Vision light show with 12.5 million LED lights. It provides impressive entertainment for visitors. Another spectacular way to see the lights of Fremont Street is by flying on the SlotZilla Zip Line. Your Fremont Street experience won't be complete without watching free concerts from well-known bands like 3 Doors Down, Third Eye Blind, Fuel and more.

Helpful Tip: The light shows last about 6 minutes and run every hour from dusk (typically 6-8 p.m. depending on the season) till midnight. In the summer, shows run until 1 a.m.

There are many attractions and activities you can add to our list. To check everything off yours, plan ahead to make the most of your trip. One more piece of advice: While the saying "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" clearly isn't referring to your hotel stay, you still have to book a hotel in Las Vegas that suits your needs and budget. The right hotel is out there - now go find it!

Jack Taylor is a freelance travel writer specializing in travel market. If you are planning to visit Las Vegas, he can provide you tips and ideas ranging from different festivities, local attractions and hotels in Las Vegas.

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What To Do (And Not To Do) In Amsterdam

Chances are, you already have your list of top things to do in Amsterdam city. Hotel brochures and guides are filled with all the things that first time and returning tourists should do, so is there anything more you need to know? Definitely!

There are a lot of things tourists aren't really told - not on an official level, anyhow, when they go to Amsterdam. City hotel guides are of course, the best way to ensure you won't get into trouble, but if you want to spend some time on your own, here are a few tips.

Stop Walking On Those Bike Paths (and Other Transport Tips)

Bicycling is a big thing here, with plenty of bike tours available. But if you're going to forgo the bicycle and go by foot, do be careful where you walk. If there's anything locals hate it's tourists ambling along the bike paths. While you may encounter polite cyclists, who will only curse at you beyond your hearing, you may have the misfortune to encounter a few bullet riders who may decide to ride straight at you! Where should you walk when walking the streets then? The easiest thing to do is follow some locals and see just where they go.

The minute you land in Amsterdam, city 'hotel runners' will be there greet you. Avoid them like the plague: not only can they steer you in the wrong direction, they may recommend seedy hotels and disreputable establishments. Your best bet is always to book online before arriving and refuse to speak to these "black marketeers".

Another thing you should remember is to avoid the many "unofficial" taxis that wait outside Schiphol airport. Make sure you only get in a registered taxi or book through your accommodation to be picked up by their shuttle.

Learn to Distinguish the Real Museums

Almost the first thing you'll notice upon arriving in the Dutch capital is that everywhere you look there seems to be a museum of sorts: cheese museums, wine museums, beer museums and many more! The truth is, not everything that's called a museum is actually one in Amsterdam. City hotel guides will often have a list of the most important genuine, must see museums such as the Van Gogh museum and the like. Stick to them and you'll be fine. Of course, there's nothing wrong with going into one of those store-cum-museums if you're aware they're really shops. In fact, many of them do make for great souvenir shopping destinations so feel free to explore!

Reserve and Buy Tickets In Advance

For all first-timers, there are places that one absolutely must not miss - like the Anne Frank Museum, the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum and more. To make the most of your stay and not waste precious time, arrangements can be made to purchase tickets in advance, or better still, online if possible before you leave.

Looking for an Amsterdam city hotel? Roberta Stuart is the Travel Manager for Worldhotels, a company offering the best rooms in a selection of unique four and five star hotels around the world.

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Travel Tips for Summer Vacation

Summer vacations are here. It is now time to venture out and enjoy some sunshine and warmth. You are full of excitement and looking forward to an adventure of a lifetime. You do not want to miss the opportunity of packing your baggage and hitting the travel route. Before proceeding and planning for a last minute vacation, you will be at an advantage if you follow some important summer travel tips.

Travel Tips

Destination

You should decide on a suitable destination depending on your budget, the number of people traveling, and the number of days of travel.

Accommodation

Plan where you are staying well in advance. This will not only save you money but also ensure you get the kind of lodging you yearn for during your vacation.

Documentation and Money

Carry your travel documents like visa, identification papers, and passport if you are traveling outside the country. Do not forget to carry foreign currency, credit cards, and debit cards.

Clothing

Choose your travel clothing according to the weather at the destination. Browse the internet to get important travel tips on the type of clothing to be worn according to the kind of weather.

Mode of Travel

Overseas and far off destinations can easily be reached by air. If you are one with an adventurous streak, you can opt to travel by road also. Choose your vehicle according to the terrain you will be traveling through. Plan your air travel in advance to take advantage of discounted airfares and avoid last minute vacation hassles.

Insurance

Travel insurance can be easily obtained through a travel agent or any insurance company. Make sure that you are sufficiently insured to take care of any contingencies during your vacation.

Medicines

If you are on any medications, do not forget to carry them with you. You should also carry the prescriptions and your health related documents while on vacation. Keep with you the emergency contact details of your regular care givers.

Travel Accessories

What good is a vacation if you cannot relive them in the future? Carry with you an excellent camera or a video recorder to capture all your favorite moments. Do not forget to pack the necessary accessories of your recording devices. You should also remember to carry all the accessories of your mobile and other electronic devices.

Baggage

Carry with you only what is absolutely necessary. Talk to your travel agent or visit websites to plan the kind of baggage you have to carry. You can also get valuable travel tips by corresponding with someone like the travel adviser at the hotel you are booked at.

Home Security

Ensure that your abode is well protected from burglars. Inform your neighbors and the local home security, if any, about your absence. Provide them your travel contact numbers so that they can reach you in case of any incidents. Switch off power to all the electrical equipments to prevent fire due to short circuit or electrical voltage spikes.

Your summer vacation will be most enjoyable if you are able to relax without any interruptions or any nagging thoughts. Plan ahead and compare different destinations and travel plans to get the best out of your vacation. You and make the most of your summer travel if you follow these travel tips.

Vinod Kumar Mukundan is freelance content writer.

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3 Questions You Need To Ask About Travel Insurance

Contrary to what you may think, or what some people may insist, everyone needs to travel insured. However, this doesn't mean you need to buy the most expensive policy with a host of unnecessary bells and whistles.

You definitely need to make sure you travel insured in the sense of these major areas: medical coverage, emergency repatriation, trip cancellation, baggage and other property losses and, of course, accidental death. Answer these three questions and you can be certain you will be buying the policy you need - nothing less and nothing more.

What's Included In Your Credit Card Benefits?

Many credit cards these days come with free insurance policies that at the very least cover you for accidental death and dismemberment. If your card comes with one of those policies, pay particular attention to whether coverage includes accidents overseas.

If you purchase your plane tickets and/or accommodations with your credit card, chances are that it may come with insurance (or option to purchase insurance at a discount). These can include emergency medical coverage and trip cancellation. What's more some credit cards insure replacement for high-end purchases, so if you've bought luggage, gadgets and other items to take on your trip with your credit card, you can be sure you can travel insured in case of their loss. A caveat though: these kinds of policies will never be comprehensive enough to use as your only form of protection while abroad.

What's In Your Existing Policies?

Check your existing household or life policies to see if your current plan includes coverage for travelling overseas - there's a chance that your policy covers some aspects of international trips. For instance, some plans include treatment through a worldwide network of doctors, but don't usually cover international travel. Citizens of the UK and EEA member countries also have access to what's called the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) that is valid in the UK, the European Economic Area, and Switzerland, although they are careful to state that they are not a strict replacement for travel insurance. It doesn't include emergency rescue, repatriation or private medical costs, so you will need to supplement it.

Your car and homeowners insurance plans can also offer some help against losses through theft or car accidents, so you may also want to check what's included in your policies.

What Activities Are You Planning?

Even when you think you're fully covered, you may be not be protected against the cost of injuries if you've acquired them in the course of extreme sports or other risky activities. As well, some medical policies are void if you are known to have been drinking. If you plan on doing any extreme activities or sports, purchase an upgrade or additional coverage.

If you want to be sure you are going to travel insured against every eventuality, it helps to take stock of what you already have to ensure you don't duplicate. Make sure you review your existing cover and consider your plans to avoid unnecessary expense.

Patrick Chong is the Managing Director of Insuremore. When going on holiday, you should always travel insured, and we offer a range of policies including single-trip, multi-trip and family insurance. For all your travel cover needs, Insuremore can help you in the quickest and most cost-efficient way.

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Choosing a Fabulous Family Holiday in Europe

Europe offers so much for families looking for their next great holiday destination. But with all that choice, sometimes it can get confusing as to what location will suit you and your family the best. Perhaps we can help.

In truth, there are really three main holiday types. Of course you can mix and match some aspects, but the three themes remain. These are: going on a beach holiday, somewhere warm, sunny and relaxing; if you are more of the adventurous type of group, you could head to a theme-park or outdoorsy region; and, finally, if you enjoy a slower pace in order to immerse in history and culture, you can head somewhere appropriate for those pursuits.

As soon as you have decided on your destination, purchase a good family holiday insurance policy to cover. You will have no problem getting family holiday insurance to cover these options below.

Beach holidays

Beach holidays to somewhere in the Mediterranean are undoubtedly some of the most popular for Brits to go on with their family. Holiday insurance companies know this well and their policies will be equipped to cover all the popular locations, which only leaves you to worry about where you want to go! A Mediterranean beach holiday is suitable and fun for children (and adults) of all ages. Whether you have small ones want to run on the beach all day and build sandcastles, or if you have teens who want to lie in the sun, read a book and then hit the party spots at night, there is something for everyone in the Mediterranean. You can choose from an island or anywhere along one of the many coastal regions of Europe.

Active Adventure holidays

If you are a family that likes to be on the go all the time, why not book a holiday somewhere that will give you access to a fun theme park and all the outdoor space you could want? Places like Disneyland Paris, or Port Aventura outside of Barcelona are excellent locations, where you can spend the day exploring the park attractions and having a wow of a time with the entire family. The benefit of staying outside the city centre, in these two places in particular, is that you can also easily explore the neighbouring countryside by renting bicycles or hiking.

Cultural trips

For those families who enjoy a more culturally based experience, why not head somewhere classic in Europe like Paris or Rome to explore the wealth of history and arts? Or, perhaps you could be a bit more adventurous and head somewhere like Turkey, so you can immerse in the depths of a history and culture that has played such an important role in world events. (Be advised: family holiday insurance is still a good idea for cultural holidays; even if you only plan to stroll the streets and soak in the atmosphere, it is better to be prepared than sorry.)

Patrick Chong is the Managing Director of Insuremore. We provide low cost travel insurance and offer a range of policies including family holiday insurance, annual, multi-trip and single-trip insurance. For all your travel cover needs, Insuremore can help you in the quickest and most cost-efficient way.

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Hervey Bay - The Paradise of Paradises

Finding a paradise in Australia is as easy as ABC. There are thousands of beautiful spots across the country that can be considered a place of total bliss, serenity, and perfection. These places can please sad hearts and make you feel Earth's simple piece of heaven.

Looking for a special place for a birthday celebration or honeymoon? Or simply searching for a place for vacation? Paradise could be perfect with the excellent accommodation and marvellous tourist attractions.

Hervey Bay is one of the most stunning places in Australia. Considered the capital in whale watching, Hervey Bay is definitely one of the most must-visited sites in the world.

From mid-July to mid-November, this place is home for whales that rest, play and where mother humpback whales, also known as cows, teach their calves some life lessons before they swim to Antarctica.

So how do you find a perfect hotel or resort accommodation in Hervey Bay? Here are a few qualities of a satisfying accommodation:

a. Comfort

A perfect accommodation is comfortable. It makes you feel you're at home minus all those stress factors. Facilities should be fully furnished and everything needed on your vacation is provided by the management.

The management and staff should also be honest, hard-working and friendly. They make you feel as comfortable as possible.

b. Customer reviews

Many hotels and resorts promise convenience and elegance, but their customers may not have the same opinion about it. It is important to ask people who have been there, or simply search the hotel or resorts' website and look for customer reviews.

c. Safety and security

The place must have emergency and security equipment such as fire extinguishers, CCTV cameras, security alarms and security guards on duty.

d. Assistance in travel

If you are first-time vacationers in this place, travel assistance would be needed regarding popular tourist sites. If the area does not cover your travel, they must have a help desk for travel guidance and car services.

e. Food

An ideal accommodation includes delicious and nutritious foods. Their menu should also contain local and national cuisines.

f. Package, discounts and tours

Many hotels and resorts offer package discounts. Some include whale watching in Hervey Bay during whale seasons, while others propose tours from Hervey Bay to Fraser Island.

There are also those who offer fishing charters. Hervey Bay has plenty of fishing spots for those who want to go fishing.

g. Amenities

All amenities and facilities should be world class. Everything is working and simply do not need to call a plumber! Imagine how disastrous it is to find a resort with facilities in complete wreckage?

h. Friendly staff

Wonderful staff is also needed for a first rate accommodation. A hotel or resort with wonderful views, fully furnished equipment but has staff with bad manners would still be as nasty as living on the streets. Choose a place to stay that would make you feel important and the staffs are friendly and always ready to attend your every need.

i. Conducive Environment

The location of the hotel or resort must be situated in an environment conducive for your needs. Beach lovers for example must stay in locations near the beach. But for those who want to just chill in a tranquil environment, choose places with gardens.

j. Excitement

It is a wonderful accommodation if after your stay you can't wait to come back and have another vacation at the area.

Whether you plan to have a vacation at Hervey Bay for whale watching or you just need a place to relax, finding an idyllic accommodation is imperative.

Make sure you have researched well for the best accommodation Hervey Bay can offer and you surely will have your best holiday ever!

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Top 5 Risks Travellers Face in Adventure Travel

Sun basking on the beach with glass of cocktail in the hand may not be an ideal holiday style for everybody, thus a new form of holidaying - adventure sports holidays or adventure travel has become really popular. Adventure sports holidays are where travellers get an opportunity to try their hands at adrenal gushing and challenging activities such as mountain climbing, exploring caves, mountain biking, rafting, bungee jumping etc.

Because of its popularity, adventure travel coupled with adventure sports has become a part of the itinerary of almost all camping sites, resorts and hotels around the world that wish to provide their clients with something extra to do on their stay with there. Inclusion of adventure sports surely adds excitement and thrill to a traveller's halt, but this comes with potential dangers which loom high on personal safety.

Top five risks involved in adventure travel are listed below:

1. All adventure activities and sports include dedicated gear, which is vital and should be used at all time while carrying out an activity. The gear is properly tested before use and almost all activities are carried out in a close observation of an instructor, whose main motive is to maintain your safety and make sure you adhere to all the safety requirements, but there can be a small chance that the safety equipment may fail. Therefore, safety is always an issue with adventure activities.

2. Mountain climbing can be a risky affair because as you travel uphill, the density of the oxygen in the air keeps decreasing which makes breathing difficult. If first aid is not administered, this can lead to chest pain and acute headaches, which if untreated, can lead to heart attack.

3. Mountain biking can be fun until cyclists try to do a little extra. Mountain bikers are at a risk of altitude sickness (as discussed in risk of mountain climbing above) and are also very prone to accidents because of the rough terrains selected for biking.

4. When you hit the water in a raft, you are always wearing a life jacket and are accompanied by an instructor. But the river current can flip you off the boat. Thus, while rafting you're always at the risk of drowning or injuring yourself in the water.

5. Caving or cave exploration is one of the most thrilling adventure activities. Activity depends on the cave and how travellers negotiate squeezes, pitches, waters and rocks. Though caving has become safer with safety equipment but still travellers and adventurers are at risk of falling rocks, floods, falling, hypothermia and fatigue.

If you are a holiday maker seeking thrill in outdoor activities, you will run on the thin line of hope because there is a lot of risk involved, you could get seriously injured or worse, you could even end up losing your life. Therefore, it is also important to carry out adventure travel insurance or extreme activities travel insurance in case you're planning to indulge in extreme sports. These insurance types can financially protect the whole family on the trip against various risks involved in adventure travel and extreme activities.

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Why Choose a Luxury Safari in Africa?

Everybody enjoys life's little comforts and being on safari is no different! Having a few luxuries around you makes the experience that much more enjoyable and memorable!

A luxury safari in Africa can mean different things to different people; for some it will be complete isolation, not another tourist in sight, lots of wonderful wildlife to view, fabulous scenery, and a private guide and vehicle. For others, it will be about staying in the very best camps and lodges that money can buy. Whatever your style, we can arrange this very easily.

Why be uncomfortable just because you are on a safari? These days, to eat badly is no excuse - it doesn't matter how deep into the bush you are! As long as it's fresh, light, and imaginative, it simply heightens your experience.

The wildlife is a given - and it's up to us to suggest the best game rich regions during the period you wish to travel. And if there are four or more of you, we would absolutely recommend a private vehicle and expert guide on your luxury safari in Africa, because a private guide will ensure continuity and exclusivity. It means you can spend as long as you wish with a sighting, and not being annoyed by other travellers who are simply there to tick their lists.

Private, tented mobile camps need not be basic either. One can choose from a lightweight camp to a more formal set up, complete with candelabra, great food, Persian rugs, and the most comfortable beds and mattresses you can imagine. Pair it with fabulous guiding and you have a winning combination!

Perhaps hire a private house or villa in the middle of the bush? This is often the answer if one has a large family or two famillies travelling together. It means that you can spend time bonding with your family or friends, rather than having to make small talk with people you have nothing in common with.

For others, whether it is 2 or more of you, having a private luxury tented camp erected for you in the middle of the bush in East Africa, perhaps, means that you can savour this experience and also be a lot closer to the bush itself - giving one a truly authentic experience.

I remember having a fly camp set up for me in Katavi National Park in Tanzania - a wonderful park with few tourists - always an attraction! The camp was set up for just the two of us and we dined at a beautiful table complete with candelabra and the food was exquisite! At sundown, we watched the storks come to roost on the boughs of the trees and we were the only people to camp out in the park. A very special and privileged experience. The fly camp was rudimentary, but had a very thick and comfortable bedroll and one could see the stars above at night. It was simply magical!

Luxury safaris are an amazing opportunity to get up close and personal with wildlife in Africa. We organise the most amazing luxury African safaris.

We are the only luxury safari company in Europe that is entirely owned and staffed by people who have spent their lives being brought up in Africa and India. Whatever your idea of a luxury safari is, with 25 years of experience in arranging tailor made safaris, we are perfectly placed to help you, so call us now to begin your journey of a lifetime!

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Hotels in Gower Street London: A Close Look at English Architecture

The International Passenger Survey by Office for National Statistics highlighted that out of the 32.8 million inbound tourists to the UK in 2013, 16.8 millions chose to stay in London. Moreover, London has recently been rated world's third most popular destination in TripAdvisor 2014 Travellers' Choice awards, based on the result driven from complex algorithm on data collected from travellers' reviews and ratings on hotels, restaurants, and attractions worldwide. A lot of credit for this achievement is reserved for the hotels in London! It is their hospitality and warmth that is undoubtedly the first impression of people and culture of the city.

Historic Architecture of Hotels in Gower Street

London has a true breadth of history which can be traced back hundreds of years with a fascinating number of sights and landmarks, each has a story to tell and an architectural glory to share. There is a magnificent collection of buildings illustrating the great architectural achievements stretching across Stuart, Georgian, and Victorian age. One of the best examples is the historic establishment of 1790s on Gower Street London, located in the heart of Bloomsbury that displays the traditional Georgian town planning and can be more precisely described as 'balance, proportion and uniformity'. The geometrical proportion and symmetry added a profound meaning and beauty to the Georgian architectural style where height to width ratio of windows in relation to shape of rooms mattered as much as the symmetrical cut stonework and uniformity in the house front exterior across the street. Where most of the early age Georgian buildings have generally succumbed to modern architectural development, great amount of efforts have been put by the government in preserving some of these townhouses converted into hotels in Gower Street London as a few remaining examples of the original Georgian architecture. Staying in these hotels can be a great opportunity for the travellers to catch glimpse of many of the feature hallmarks of Georgian houses from centred façade entry, pedimented and pilastered doors and windows, graceful moldings and carvings, slash windows, paired chimneys, fireplaces, to tasteful decorative brick patterns at doorways and windows.

Fame, Reputation, and Recognition of Gower Street London

The scenic and architectural uniqueness of Gower Street do not only attract tourists but also film production companies. The hugely popular BBC's adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's work Sherlock Holmes recreated the detective's address 221B on Gower Street and used the scenes of the street as the exterior and surroundings of the Holmes' residence.

In mid 18th to 19th century and prior conversion, these hotels in Gower Street London have played residence to a great mix of talented people, from famous architects, painters, poets, to naturalists. Some of the legendary people who have lived here at some point include architects, George Dance the Younger and John Shaw Sr. who deeply influenced the architecture at that age and beyond, the greatest English novelist of Victorian age, Charles Dickens, and Charles Darwin who has also spent some most critical years of his life at Gower Street while he was forming an opinion and making advances on the Theory of Natural Selection.

Architectural Elegance Surrounding Gower Street London

Bloomsbury is also a home to the University College London, London's first university founded in 1826. The UCL main building designed by the famous architect William Wilkins in 1827 is also amongst the Grade-I listed buildings of special architecture and historic interest. The university is consistently ranked amongst the top 25 universities in the world and has number of Nobel Prize winners and Field medalists associated to it.

In addition to what hotels in Gower Street London can offer on historical, scenic, and architectural fronts, they can also place you in the heart of the city from where you can reach famous shopping destinations and places of interest like Oxford Street, Bond Street, and Covent Garden, on foot in no time. The National Gallery is another wonder designed by William Wilkins that is not to be missed! It is only 4 minutes on tube from Gower Street and exhibits a vast collection of paintings and masterpieces from the 13th to 19th centuries, free of charge throughout the year. The British Museum is only 10 minutes walk away and is a Grade-I listed building with Greek revival, neo-classical and modern architectural features. It has gone through series of renovations and transformations since 1754 when it was first established as one of the finest buildings in London. Museum's collection comprises of about 8 million objects including books, manuscripts and natural specimens with some antiques, spanning the history of world's culture from beginnings to present. Also a few minutes walk from Gower Street London is the largest library in the world, The British Library with over 150 million items from across the globe, in most known languages including the world's earliest dated printed book, the Diamond Sutra (May 11, 868).

With a huge history associated to it, Gower Street has something to offer to everyone and is sure to touch anyone's souls and inspire them in one or the other way. Staying in one of the finest hotels in Gower Street is the best call you will make while in London!

Visit Regency House Hotel in Gower Street for the ideal holiday accommodation in Central London with in-room self-catering facilities. It is one of the best value yet finest hotels near Covent Garden, Oxford Street, Bond Street, Soho, and the whole of the West End and promises you an ultimate London travel experience. You deserve it!

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How to Organize a Luxury Holiday in Tuscany

People say that Italy is charming, extraordinary and magical. Tourists visit the Italian peninsula every year to celebrate the country's heritage, history, culture, food, wine, warm weather and romanticism. Italy boasts some of the most popular foods in the world, and this is one of the reasons millions flock to the country every year. A trip there can be the journey of your dreams. Italy has it all! Magnificent art and architecture, history, anthropology, food and wine, islands, coves, small villages and large cities, farmland mountains and forests. Tuscany forms part of Italy's boot-shaped country's western coastline and is considered to be one of the most scenic landscapes in whole Europe. Tuscany, Toscana in Italian, evokes images of picturesque landscape with vineyards, walled towns and quaint villages sitting atop gently rolling hills overlooking fertile farmlands. One of the best ways to enjoy the Tuscan countryside is to be surrounded by it, staying in an exquisitely stylish Tuscan manor immersed in nature.

Italy is a real mecca for art lovers and wine and food enthusiasts as well as anyone who just wishes to enjoy a romantic trip. With its world-class wine, delicious food and breathtaking vacation spots, it is no wonder that Italy has become so popular with newlyweds. An Italian honeymoon speaks of class and elegance. Italy is the ideal place for newly married couples to experience la dolce vita, so, if you are planning to celebrate your honeymoon in Italy, here are some tips for you to find the perfect honeymoon venue in Tuscany, Toscana in Italian. Rich in history and old world culture, Tuscany includes a range of coastlines, valleys, coves, hills, undulating fields, vineyards, walled hill towns with cobbled streets and lovely squares. October is a great time to visit Tuscany, when the weather is not as warm as in summer and there are fewer tourists. Pisa is the best airport for this area.

If you are planning a weekend vacation getaway with your partner and find yourself overwhelmed by a multitude of choices, consider a spa vacation, as it can be a great opportunity to rejuvenate both your mind and your body. Luxurious spa resort vacations are available at countless locations throughout the Italian peninsula, featuring an excellent combination of five-star amenities and revitalizing treatments. Tuscany is a place of awe-inspiring scenery, rolling hills dotted with idyllic cypress trees, vineyards and olive groves. Treat yourself to a stay in one of the luxury spa hotels in Tuscany.

If your visit to Italy is going to take you to Tuscany, there are a number of wonderful romantic hotels available in this area. Tuscany is filled with romantic places to stay.

Since its opening in 2008, Borgo Santo Pietro has become one of the luxury resort Tuscany and we would go as far as saying it is one of the best luxury boutique hotels in the world. This beautifully restored beyond luxurious hotel is set in the Tuscan village of Palazzetto, just over one hour from Florence. The pretty cypress lined path leads guests up to this luxury country house hotel which has sympathetically designed interiors with a mixture of old and new offering a relaxed and intimate environment.

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Travel Tips: What You Need to Know About Uganda

Billed by the Lonely Planet as the African country that showcases the best of everything that Africa has to offer, Uganda offers much to the adventurous traveller.

Home to the source of the Nile, the highest mountain range in Africa and the majestic and very rare mountain gorillas, Uganda is certainly making its mark as a burgeoning tourism destination.

Winston Churchill referred to Uganda as the 'Pearl of Africa' during his visit in 1907. He recognised that the beautiful stunning scenery and the diverse wildlife made this country something special and he's not wrong.

The national parks have few visitors than Kenya and Tanzania but offer just as much or more to see with the big 6 available in Murchison (except for rhinos). It's more of a 'fun' destination also as it's not so developed in terms of tourism and therefore is more unspoilt.

The people of this land-locked East African country offer heart-warming hospitality and will smile and say hello to practically everybody they meet. This is attributed to the country being made up of over 50 tribes which have made the people very tolerant and welcoming. Uganda has been carded as Africa's friendliest country.

The official language of the country is English followed by Luganda which is also widely spoken in the country in addition to several other languages including Swahili.

When it comes to climate, you can't go wrong. With a daily maximum of between 20°C and 27°C you'll find that it not too hot to enjoy. Take note that in general the wet seasons run between the middle of September to November and also from March to May. However, in reality it could rain at any moment, most people check the weather forecast regularly. If you're planning on trekking through mountains or tracking gorillas, you'll find that it will be easier to do this outside of the rainy seasons.

The local currency is Uganda Shillings, and hotels will accept both Uganda Shilings, and United States Dollars, however you have to be careful and make sure you carry dollars that are above the year 2000, and preferably the newer ones above 2006 as most hotels will not accept old notes, and will levy a charge of 1%. This is a national Bank rule, and unfortunately, nothing can be done about it.

Kampala, the capital city is friendlier and safer than most cities in Africa and can be completely explored from the most central Hotel in Kampala.

Visit one of the most luxurious centrally located Kampala Hotels for more travel tips to Uganda, and to book accommodation while you are here.

Contact us on +256312210110 for bookings or send us a message via our website.

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Tips to Finding the Best Hotel Rooms

When traveling you have certain expectations when it comes to your hotel room. Often you may be traveling on a limited budget and only have so much you can afford and whether you're traveling through an agency or an online booking site, it's not easy to know exactly what you are getting until you arrive and walk through the door of the room assigned to you.

The best room doesn't have to be the most luxurious, though this is always welcome. You need to ensure it has a comfortable bed, it's clean, offers tea and coffee facilities and an en-suite bathroom. When spending money on accommodation, you don't expect to have to share your bathroom with complete strangers, so ensure this criteria is met before making any decisions.

Before you start shopping around for hotel rooms, start by setting yourself a travel budget. Your travel budget should be the amount allocated to your vacation. Imagine all the things you may want to do while visiting the area and then take a small portion of that towards your accommodation. Your accommodation shouldn't take up most of your travel budget unless it includes flights or is an "all inclusive" package, which can save you money.

Consider "all inclusive" deals, these usually include breakfast, dinner and bed, which means you have plenty of money to spend and you only have your lunch to take into consideration as part of your budget. These can be an affordable solution when traveling on a tight budget.

You need to start looking through online booking sites, these are usually the best place to find the best hotel room deals. The internet is brimming with online booking agents who work closely with establishments around the world to secure the best prices. It's an opportunity for you to see what is available in the area you want to visit within your budget. Don't grab the first deal you see, ensure you go through a few sites, compare what is available and then start reading up on the accommodation on offer.

Do independent searches on the hotels you find within your budget, don't rely on what the booking agent has to say. Most will have their own website where you can read up on the services and facilities available, their location and their rooms.

Take note of their location and their accessibility to the sights and attractions you want to explore while in the area. If you're dreaming of an exotic beachfront vacation, choose a beach resort with direct access to the beach or a hotel within a short walking distance from the beach.

Always try and book as early as possible. Most establishments offer discounted rates for early bookings, this is a huge advantage that can help you stay within your budget or even get a better room at the same price as a standard.

Now it's the fun part. You will have to go through all the independent review sites and read up as much as you can on the establishment you are thinking of staying at. It's so easy to hoteliers to add spectacular photographs of their rooms, but this doesn't mean that this is what you will get, the pictures could be outdated or taken from an angle which makes the space look much bigger than it actually is. Reading through guest reviews helps you determine the quality of the rooms, the quality of the hotel and their service.

The final step is to convince the establishment after you have booked your room that they need to upgrade you. If you have booked in advance, this may be much easier than if you've booked on the last minute and they're already almost fully booked.

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