The Arts Barcelona The Arts Barcelona, or to give it its full name the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Arts Barcelona, overlooks the magnificent Port Olimpic and is an incredible sight in itself. With 5 different dining areas ranging from the ‘Chic informal’ Bites to the ‘Jacket and Tie’ Enoteca there is something for everyone’s tastes. Full housekeeping twice a day, babysitting on…
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More Than Rooms And Food
In general, we have low expectations of our hotels. As long as the room is decent and the food’s OK, we won’t complain. Boutique hotels hope to change that attitude. Hotel rooms aren’t cheap, so what do we get for our money? In many cases, it’s not much. A reasonable room that’s clean, a bathroom that’s functional and food that’s…
Hello From Sicily Presenting The Sciglio Family 55 Years Of Hotel Ownership In Taormina
I really enjoyed my location at Hotel Villa Nettuno, this 13-room family run hotel on the north side of Taormina. Since it was a rainy day today anyway, I decided to find out a bit more about this hardworking family who have dedicated their lives towards making foreign travelers feel welcome in Taormina. So I sat down with Vincenzo and…
For The Value Conscious Las Vegas Traveler The Medieval Excalibur Hotel Casino Offers Everything Under One Castle
The Excalibur Hotel & Casino opened in 1990 with 4,008 rooms and was one of the original themed resorts on the Las Vegas Strip. The medieval theme can not be denied with the white castle jetting up into the sky surround by the two room towers on either side, Camelot roaming the resort and a live medieval dinner show. And…
Making The Most Of Your Stay In An Extended Stay Hotel In Fayetteville North Carolina
Some people that come to visit in Fayetteville, North Carolina don’t necessarily want to stay in an expensive hotel. Since some of them are here to visit friends and relatives that live on the Fort Bragg or Pope Air Force Base, they would rather find reasonably priced accommodations. An extended stay hotel may be just the thing. Rates at extended…
Playing Poker Online For The First Time
With the exposure that poker has received from television and print media in the last few years, thousands of new players are playing online every day. However, if it weren’t for a few things holding some players back, there would be many more new players. A few of the things that are causing fear and/or apprehension are the safety of…
Madagascar Casinos
Madagascar is a country in Africa, with only two casinos. Both Madagascar casinos can be found in Antananarivo, which is one of the larger cities in Madagascar. The first is the Hilton Madagascar. The hotel and casino overlook Lake Anosy, offering spectacular views. There are 171 rooms including suites, which were all refurbished in 1998. The hotel also provides an…
Enhance Your Decor With Distinctive Chandeliers
For many years, chandeliers were used primarily in foyers and dining rooms, but today, homeowners are installing them all over the house, from the master bedrooms and master baths to great rooms and powder rooms. Most of the time, chandeliers are sold without the shades and are often used that way. Adding or changing shades gives you a totally different…
Home Improvements Expressing An Attitude
There are many issues to address when doing major home improvements. The overall atmosphere and attitude of the improvements can be a key issue. Degree of Formality Certain things tend to go with each other. Silk, silver, crystal, brass, china, oil paintings in gilt frames, and draperies to the floor have an affinity for each other for example. Leather, built-in…
World S 10 Most Unusual Hotels
They say that travel is about the journey, not just the destination. But if you’ve ever arrived at your destination only to find out that your hotel room is dingy, dirty, and miles from all the action, it’s time to take matters into your own hands. An increasing number of hotels are positioning themselves to be more than just a…