Cheap Hotels Deals in Amsterdam
December 18, 2009 by Lost in Europe
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Cheap hotels deals in AMSTERDAM
A Historical place, situated on the banks of the river Amstel and Schinkel and the bay IJ, well-known for its canals is the capital of Netherlands. The city is compared with Venice because of its intersecting canals which form many small islands in the city. These canals are situated in the center of the city. It has a long historical background since the city was founded in 12th century. Like any other capital city Amsterdam is not the seat of Supreme Court, government or parliament. Amsterdam is also not the provincial capital. Amsterdam faces moderate climate, even winters are not harsh making it a pleasant climate for the whole year. Amsterdam is the business hub of Netherlands which is the headquarter for many leading Dutch corporations like ABN Amro, Heineken, ING Group, Ahold, Delta Lloyd group and Philips. In addition to this Amsterdam Stock Exchange a part of Euro next, world’s oldest stock exchange is still one of the most important stock exchange in Europe.
Amsterdam is a city where you will find number of museums depicting modern and traditional art. They are the main attraction for the millions of tourists visiting this place. It is small city but has all the advantages of a big city. Entertainment, international cuisines, good conveyance facilities all are there to enjoy at the best in Amsterdam. Thanks to canals in Amsterdam road traffic is considerably less. With its varied historical sights and world famous museums Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in Europe. Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stedelijk Museum are world famous. They house many paintings, art and sculpture of different ages. It gives pictorial description of famous personalities, people from royal family, life in Netherlands and all the historical events in chronological order. When you will enter the city you will experience altogether different face of this city where you will find bicycles thronged on almost all the roads. It is really puzzling for the foreign visitors that bikes are used as conveyance. If you want to take the tryst of the city you have to hire a bicycle and move. Isn’t it amazing!
Amsterdam is nature friendly place where we come across environment friendly hotels. One such hotel is the Bicycle Hotel which is gaining popularity. Most of the hotels provide free online reservations. The hotels offer all the facilities complimented by nutritious food and free health related advice. Apart from that the hotels in Amsterdam give you the most memorable welcome and stay of your life. The people here are friendly and that is well complimented by the stay you get here in most of the hotels. As Amsterdam is buzzing with tourists fro most time of the year it is advisable to make prior travel planning and reservation before heading to Amsterdam. You can find the hotels meant for every budget and taste in Amsterdam. Finding one of your choice and pocket friendly is not at all a problem here.
Bed and Breakfasts, 1-2 Star Hotels, Holiday Homes: Budget Accommodations in Italy
December 6, 2009 by Lost in Europe
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Has the current economic crisis put a damper on you wallet but not your urge to travel? There are options out there, whether your tastes lean to Bed and Breakfasts or a reasonably priced 1-2 star hotel. The fact that Italy has catered to tourists so consistently and for so long means that, in addition to villa style holiday homes and decadently expensive luxury hotels, there are a wide range of budget accommodations in Italy. This is good news to the ever-increasing number of people that want to watch what they are spending while still caving into their sense of wanderlust.
Whether you want to attend Carnivale, pose as a statue and pigeon roost in St. Marks Square or glide through the canals driven by a striped-shirted gondolier, the marvels of Venice will leave you breathless, inspiring your romantic mood to live a perfect vacation with your soul mate. Cheap accommodations in Venice can be found and will allow you to spend more of your money in many of the fabulous restaurants that the city boosts or in one of the famous craftsman’s ateliers. You can also visit the beautiful island of Merano, with its typical coloured blown glasses. Vacationing in one of the most romantic cities in the world will be unforgettable and knowing that you have managed to find cheap accommodations in the “City of Bridges†known as Venice can only enhance that experience.
If you are more focused on fashion than on romance and are heading to vibrant, pulsing Milan you can make sure to save a few euro extra for all of the irresistible Italian fashion by finding a budget hotel in Milan. In a city with as much nightlife, as much fabulous design and as many beautiful people as you are going to find in Milan you will want to be in your hotel as little as possible. This makes it a great city in which to use a 1 or 2 star hotel and in a city as large as Milan you can find budget hotels in almost every quarter of the city. So if your interests are pure fashion and purses (borsa) are what you want to spend your money on the current stock market (Borsa) situation should not stop you from visiting the capital of fashion.
If your hedonism leans in the same way as Rossini’s and soaking up the Tuscan sun while savoring DOCG Chianti is a scene that inspires you to hop on a plane the tranquil town of Siena should be a Siren to you. Calling, calling and drawing you to partake in luscious wines and all the fantastic food that one of the most popular agritourism destinations has to offer. If you are not traveling during the twice annual festival of Palio then finding a hotel in Italy’s peaceful town of Siena should be as relaxing an experience as indulging in every manipulation of the Sangiovese grape that distinguishes the region. Whether you select a Bed and Breakfast or a hotel budget accommodations in Italy still reflect the hospitality that the country is known for.
Top 5 Most Romantic Cities In The World
September 1, 2009 by Lost in Europe
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Whether you’re trying to find a vacation location to wow your new love, looking for a dream honeymoon destination or celebrating your 20th anniversary, here are the Top 5 Most Romantic Cities in the World to simplify your search.
Coming in at Number 5…. PARIS, FRANCE
It’s cliché, but you cannot leave the City of Love, Paris, off the list. People would complain. Especially French people. Although its ‘cheesy’ factor puts it at the bottom of our top 5 list, you cannot argue that the thought of writing sidewalk poetry, eating croissants at a café or enjoying genuine French cuisine and wine while dining in view of the Eiffel Tower does sound sigh-inducingly romantic…
Next at the door, Number 4…. VENICE, ITALY
Italy has long been touted as one of the leading romantic countries, and this fantasy-city of canals, bridges and gondoliers must rate as the most picturesque of the many Italian cities vying to be on the list. Venice has some of the most beautiful buildings in the world, with ornate palaces wherever you look. True chocolate-box country this.
Right in the middle at Number 3…LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, USA
So tacky it’s actually cool, Las Vegas is for those couples who like the ‘bright lights, big city’ kind of holiday. For Elvis impersonators, luxury resorts, more bling than you can handle and of course all those casinos you can’t beat Las Vegas for a wild vacation destination… and if you’re trying to get your sweetie to tie the knot, feed him or her some of the champagne that practically flows in the streets of this party capital and soon the idea of nipping off the The Little White Chapel of Lurve will seem like a brilliantly romantic idea! (Hey, it worked for Brittney!)
Just missing the top spot, but still not too shabby at Number Two… JAMAICA (ok, it’s not a city; it’s an island, but play along…)
For an island-stylee holiday choose the largest English-speaking island in the Caribbean. Funky music, exciting new tastes in cuisine, enchanting views and fabulously friendly locals make Jamaica as exotically romantic a destination as you could ever wish for.
Drum roll please…in prime position at Number 1… CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
Yes it’s now official – because it says so right here: Cape Town, the Mother City at the tip of the great African Continent, is The Most Romantic City in the World. If you want luxurious accommodation, awe-inspiring scenery, a world of fun and exciting activities, beautiful beaches, magnificent wildlife and the best shopping, eating, and nightlife venues then you can’t beat Cape Town. Which explains why so many couples choose to get married or go there on honeymoon.
It’s a wrap!
Get hold of your travel agent, get online, get brochures, get packing – get out of here! Don’t forget to take your loved one with you though! And if you’re single, who knows? You may just meet your soul-mate in one of these heavenly destinations!










