You can't travel very far without encountering some type of ratings for hotels and inns. But, since many establishments use different sets of guidelines, it's a challenge to know exactly how to compare hotels.
The star rating system was originally created in the USA by Mobil Travel Guides (often confused with AAA diamond ratings). It’s a very subjective way of measuring hotel quality. To understand it best, just look at it in a very general way with these guidelines:
- 1 star: Very basic, no-frills accommodation
- 2 star: Modest, comfortable, affordable
- 3 star: Nice styling, extra amenities
- 4 star: very nice lodging, many extras, very...[read more]
There is no doubt that hotel costs are among the biggest part of any vacation budget, and the failure to find affordable lodging has harpooned many an otherwise well planned vacation. One of the keys to enjoying a great vacation without breaking the bank is striking the best possible deal on the roof over your head.
Fortunately, the internet has made the process of finding a great hotel deal much easier. There are some great hotel, motel, and bed and breakfast deals out there, and the internet has made them easier to find than ever.
Booking ahead is essential, as...[read more]
Florence, home of the Italian Renaissance, is one of the most historic cities in Europe. It is the capital of the region of Tuscany and has a population of about four hundred thousand people. Florence lies on the Arno River and during medieval times were considered to be the premier financial center of Europe.
Florence is a very ancient city, which was first established in 59 BC. It was at first a settlement for Roman soldiers, and Julius Caesar allowed the valley near the Arno to be settled by veterans close to him. The city was conquered by Charlemagne in the...[read more]
Studded with beautiful monuments and lots of happening places and events, Atlanta is truly an amazing place to be, either for business meetings, conferences, or simply for enjoyment and leisure. And to help us in enjoying this beautiful city, luxurious and beautiful hotels are sprawled all over the city.
Downtown hotels, midtown hotels, airport hotels, and even luxury hotels are all available in plenty, providing high-quality amenities and services.
Downtown hotels are usually situated in the middle or heart of the vibrant and happening city, and surrounded by business and entertainment centers. Some truly amazing downtown hotels are Sheraton Atlanta Hotel, Hyatt...[read more]
While looking for cheap hotels in Los Angeles, it is best to search by area. Most budget hotels can be found in the Hollywood area.
Although the mention of Hollywood conjures up images of the glitz and glamour of tinsel town, the geographical confines of Hollywood is small and not that glamorous. The area was literally falling apart in the 80s and 90s until major renovations were undertaken in the new millennium. Though the regeneration project is still ongoing, most of the area has now gotten a facelift and the area is now the center of all tourist activities. The hotels...[read more]
If you are traveling abroad one of the first things that you need to think about is where you want to stay. If you are planning to be abroad for a couple of weeks, you have two choices- renting a hotel room or a serviced apartment
Serviced apartments offer a number of benefits over hotels. They are much more spacious which gives you the opportunity to spread out and they are also more cost effective.
Serviced apartments are fully furnished properties comprising of living rooms, fully fitted kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms. Therefore unlike hotel accommodation where you are confined to your bedroom...[read more]
Palm Springs is enriched with culture, history and a beautiful landscape. Approximately one million tourists visit Palm Springs every year. With the rise of tourism, the hotel industry is flourishing This industry is spread in neighborhood areas including Cathedral City, Desert Hot Springs, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, etc.
There are many luxury hotels in Palm Springs. Le Parker Meridien is one. It has 144 rooms such as standard, deluxe, pool view, lanai rooms, 6 junior suites, 12 villas and the luxurious two-bedroom Gene Autry residence. All rooms have facilities like WI-FI high-speed Internet access, mini bars, in room safes,...[read more]
Atlantic City, located off the New Jersey shoreline, is a beautiful seaside resort on Abescon Island. The city boasts numerous upscale hotels, to fit any lifestyle and budget. These hotels feature all essential facilities and services necessary for a comfortable stay.
Most of the Atlantic City hotels offer flexible pricing in order to attract more guests and to compete with their rivals. Atlantic City hotel pricing varies in accordance with specific features. The size of the room and the bed type play an important role in pricing. Standard, superior, and suite rooms boast different rates. The duration of the stay can...[read more]
Americans are accustomed to making reservations well in advance over the Internet, but this trend does not extend to other nations. Often travelers will make such arrangements and pay for them only to find out on arrival that the hotel has never heard of them.
Best solution to this problem is either to make reservations directly by calling the hotel, or to not make them at all. Unless there is a special event occurring during that time or it is an extremely busy season, reservations often leave you with an inferior place at a high price.
Instead of burying your nose in...[read more]
1. Hemingway Resort
The hemming way is located in the Northern coast at Watamu near Malindi. Watamu is a recluse resort which is off the main Malindi tourist thoroughfare. The Kenyan resort offers world class cuisine has immaculate décor and a warm and friendly staff to boot. Its easy access to the coral reef offers its visitors easy snorkeling and diving opportunities. The resort is popular with big game fishing enthusiasts and is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World as well as the prestigious chaine des rotisseurs. The resort has 74 comfortable air conditioned rooms and suites,...[read more]