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MAKE YOUR ESCAPE FROM THE WORLD WORTHWHILE WITH PARK GRAND PADDINGTON COURT LONDON

Relaxing Resorts - Shelia - October 27, 2015

Laura Marano had once gleefully observed, “Chilling out on the bed in your hotel room watching television, while wearing your own pajamas, is sometimes the best part of a vacation.” The British have always been known for their long-lasting reputation of being cultured, with proper etiquettes and warm camaraderie and what city can capture the essence of British heritage more convincingly than London? London besides being the home of the British royalty also excels in providing its tourists and citizens with hotels which offer the best hospitality anywhere in the world with all modern amenities and courteous yet caring service.

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Ultimate hub of luxury and comfort

Park Grand Paddington has revolutionized the London hospitality business and how! Gone are the conventional standards of hotel management, which have been supplemented with state-of-the-art facilities making it the ideal hotel to stay in on your next visit to London.

Location- Enjoy a heady mix of London entertainment, culture and business with your stay in the hotel which will enable you to feel the pulse of the city and make your stay worthwhile. It’s propinquity to Heathrow makes it the favorite haunt of both the executives and the travelers. You might enjoy the galleries of the Marble Arch, shop at Oxford Street, skate at Queensway, be a part of history at the Alexander Fleming museum or simply go on a picnic with your loved ones at Hyde Park.

Room facilities- The owners have left no stone unturned to make your stay the most memorable of your entire lifetime with the cornucopia of amenities, which will bring a smile to your face as soon as you enter your room. The Broadband internet access and reading spotlights will leave both the tech freaks and the bibliophiles satisfied. The 32” Plasma television in all rooms ensures that you remain transfixed even when staying in while the in-room coffee and tea making facilities is the dream of every British on earth. You will also be provided with an iron and an ironing board, a hair dryer, microwave, telephone and a digital safe so that even if you venture out to discover the sights of London, you’ll be longing for the luxury of your room!

Dining and Bar- Stay at a hotel always seems to be incomplete without trying out the local cuisine of the place. Keeping this in mind, the guys at the Park Grand Paddington Court London have put in all the effort to satiate your appetite and titillate your taste buds with the separate European, Indian and Bar menus. The freshly prepared breakfast is one of the highlights of the hotel.

Guest services and staff- However great a hotel might be, the conduct of the staff can either envelop you in a state of euphoria or might absolutely ruin your experience. At this hotel the guests have always found the servicing to be amicable and chivalrous. You will be delighted with the hotel’s multi-lingual staff who provide laundry and dry cleaning, luggage room and fax and photocopy privileges.

Book a room now and make memories for an entire era!


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Drop by River View Apartments at Munich

Travel Destination, Travel Tips - Shelia - October 24, 2015

River View Apartments in Munich are an ideal place for small families. They provide visitors with all the modern amenities, supplies, extra services, and most importantly, the river view which enhances the beauty of the room and gives a new refreshing approach to the visitors in the morning. Almost all the river view apartments at Munich have the following factors:

Room Suite

A family of two to four members does not need a huge space to stay in, therefore, a single bedroom is ideal for two people but four people can easily manage a one bedroom unit with a sofa bed in the living room as well. The rooms are spacious and equipped with a comfortable armchair, a dining table, and a set of dining chairs.

Living Area

Munich apartmentsThe living room is the area which brings in everyone together; therefore, it is usually designed in a way to welcome and invite everyone

Most are decorated with a dining table, chairs, and an arm chair or sofa for relaxing.

In addition to this, there is usually TV and an internet connection to stay connected with the world and .

Bathroom and Kitchen

The bathroom and kitchen are important and heavily used rooms in the home. Therefore, most vacation rentals have modern and fully equipped bathrooms with ample amount of clean towels and bed linen.

Few people love to cook while on vacation, but a kitchen is a necessity and in most rentals it contains appliances like dishwasher, crockery, cutlery, refrigerator, coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. In order to provide visitors with the best of services, Apartments at Munich offers it all.

Additional Services

Elevators and wheelchair access are available throughout the building. Moreover, paid parking is also available for the travelers and transport facility is also provided to them. Smoking is prohibited in the rooms and suites; however, a separate area is provided to smokers.

Local Attractions

MunichThe apartments are located in the heart of the city; therefore, shopping and clubbing is easier for the visitors. Various shopping malls are located nearby. Visitors who do not have any transport can easily use public transport or hire a cab from near the apartments.
To get a beautiful view from your room and to enjoy the most of your trip, booking this lovely River View Apartment at Munich is a must.


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Honduras Travel Guide

Travel Tips - Shelia - October 22, 2015

From palm-lined sandy beaches and entrancing cloud forests to ancient Mayan ruins and Spanish colonial cities, Honduras has everything that tourists get in Central America. Nestled in between Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua, Honduras is one of the region’s largest countries and features a long Caribbean coastline that offers convenience to an array of beautiful offshore islands as well as the world’s second-largest barrier reef.

What to See & Do

RoatanThe country’s capital, Tegucigalpa, along with other large cities such as San Pedro Sula and La Ceiba, provide the foremost in fashionable attractions and transport, shopping, feeding and nightlife selections, whereas charming recent cities like Comayagua and Gracias feature Spanish history and colonial architecture. The cozy mountain town of Santa Rosa is the tourist’s ticket to Copan‘s impressive ancient Mayan ruins.

Coveted destinations like Cuscuco National Park, Lake Yojoa, Río Platano Biosphere Reserve, and Rio Cangrejal are Honduras’s natural attractions, presenting opportunities for hiking through tropical cloud forests, traveling coffee plantations and exploring unspoiled ecosystems abundant in exotic life additionally to adventures like cave exploring and whitewater rafting. A brief flight or boat ride to the Bay Islands of Roatan, Utila and Guanaja awards a Caribbean paradise ideal for swimming, diving, snorkeling, sport fishing and boating.

What to Eat

Honduran BreakfastTypical Honduran cuisine is similar to Mexican but less spicy and primarily consists of beef, rice and fried beans, with dishes like deep-fried tacos, enchiladas and baleadas being most common.

Getting Around

Honduras busDomestic flights, public buses and limited trains are available for getting around the Honduran mainland, while boats and planes provide transport to the Bay Islands.


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Best Places to Visit in Southern California

Travel Tips - Shelia - October 18, 2015

California

Year-round sunny weather, attractive beaches and an abundance of family-friendly attractions build Southern California one of the foremost well-liked vacation destinations within the world. Encompassing the southern third of the Golden state, SoCal stretches west from the inland deserts and mountains to the temperate shores of the ocean. Several of region’s cities and communities have enough sights and activities to offer a travel destination in their own right, however it might be shame to go to the region without hitting the highlights.From its stunning beaches and national parks to its foremost cultural attractions and amusement parks, here are a number of the Best Places to Visit in Southern California.

Channel Islands National Park

Santa CruzThe eight islands that lie off the coast of Southern California offer guests a wealth of island adventures. Five of the islands are uninhabited, preserved for the general public to enjoy as a part of the Channel Islands National Park. Half-day and full-day excursions to Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel and town are obtainable through many park-appointed boat concessionaires. Guests will camp nightlong on the island of their choice as well. The ocean caves and kelp forests around the island offer great opportunities for snorkeling and scuba diving. Boating excursions that combine whale watching with non-landing tours around the islands are a popular option.

Santa Monica

Best known as the setting for the television show “Baywatch,” Santa Monica offers everything travelers want from a Southern California beach town, including great surfing and swimming, wide stretches of sand and plenty of sunshine. Developed as a seaside resort in the early 1900s, the city has grown into an upscale community filled with designer shops, tasty restaurants and unique art galleries. The old-fashioned amusement park at the Santa Monica Pier is home to the city’s most recognizable landmark, a solar-powered Ferris Wheel illuminated with LED lights. Visitors can rub elbows with the rich and famous at the Third Street Promenade, one of the region’s premier shopping destinations.

Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National ParkLocated in the Southern California desert area 140 miles (225 km) east of Los Angeles, Joshua Tree National Park is a popular destination for hikers, rock climbers, photography buffs and nature lovers. Named after the treelike genus of yucca that grows in the park’s northwestern section, Joshua Tree is an expansive park that includes multiple overnight camping areas, natural springs, man-made reservoirs and more than 4,500 established rock climbing routes. Places of interest include an old cattle rustler’s hideout, Native American rock art and Keys View, a sky-high natural overlook that offers views of the landlocked Salton Sea.

Palm Springs

Situated 120 miles (190 km) east of Los Angeles, Palm Springs has been a popular vacation destination since the 1920s when movie stars used the desert city as their winter playground. With its mid-century architecture, the city’s Movie Colony District illustrates the lifestyle Hollywood’s elite enjoyed. More than a dozen beautifully maintained golf courses lie within the bounds of the 100-square-mile city, which makes Palm Springs a golfer’s dream, but the region’s natural attractions are worth exploring too. A ride on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to the 8,516-foot (2,596 meter) summit of Chino Canyon gives visitors a birds-eye view of the desert landscapes.

Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios HollywoodHome to one of the oldest still-operating film studios, Universal Studios Hollywood may be a sprawling complex in the San Fernando Valley north of Los Angeles best known for its family-friendly amusement park. Many of the park’s rides and attractions are focused on blockbuster movies, giving an immersive expertise for fans of films starting from “King Kong” to “Waterworld.”Behind-the-scenes studio tours are available as well. The complex also includes Universal CityWalk, an outdoor shopping center where visitors can catch live performances, see a movie or watch celebrities.


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Top Tourist Attractions in Split

Travel Destination, Travel Tips - Shelia - October 15, 2015

Split may be a terribly scenic town lying on the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea. With slightly below 200,000 residents, this ancient town is that the largest on the Dalmatian Coast and Croatia’s second largest town. Its rulers have enclosed the Greeks, Romans and Turks, with every culture leaving its stamp on town. Split is particularly celebrated for its beaches and Roman ruins, notably Diocletian’s Palace, that lies within the heart of Split’s previous city. With such a big amount of top tourist attractions in Split, it won’t take long for guests to work out why this Croatian town is one among the quickest growing traveler destinations in the Mediterranean.

Fruit Square

The Fruit SquareThe square of Trg Brace Radic was once home to a active fruit market so received its unofficial name. These days fruit is no longer sold here, however there are many retailers and attractions, as well as the Venetian Castello and tower, each of that were made in 1435 to protect the city from local revolts and Turkish raids. The northern side of the square is dominated by the Milesi Palace, one of the best examples of Baroque architecture in Dalmatia. A sculpture of Marko Marulić, a 15th-century author, stands in front of the palace. The sculpture was created by Ivan Mestrovic.

Marjan Hill

Marjan Hill sits in a forest park at the west end of the Split Peninsula. Approximately the size of New York City’s Central Park, Marjan Hill is covered in Mediterranean pine. The park offers wide paved paths just made for strolling or biking. Those who make the climb to the top of Marjan Hill will be rewarded with panoramic views of Split and the Adriatic Sea. On the way to the top, visitors will find a small 13th century church dedicated to St. Nicholas, the fisherman’s saint. Marjan Hill has been a favorite escape from city life for Split residents since the third century.

Ivan Mestrovic Gallery

Ivan Mestrovic Gallery is an gallery dedicated to its someone, a 20th century Croatian sculptor. Ivan Mestrovic, who lived in Split for many years, is considered Croatia’s greatest sculptor. He designed a summer villa on Marjan Hill in the Thirties. He later moved to Zagreb and donated his villa and 132 pieces of sculpture to the state government, which turned it into a museum. The museum also contains drawings, paintings, architectural plans and furniture. Mestrovic, who later became a U.S. citizen, has been compared to Michelangelo and Rodin. Like theirs, his work can be found in museums throughout the planet.

Bacvice Beach

Bacvice Beach is considered one among the top beaches in Split, though it is packed solid most of the summer. What sets it apart from other beaches around Croatia is that Bacvice is found in Split’s city center. Bacvice is well-known for its sandy beach and clear shallow water. Playing picigin may be a well-liked water activity. Dating back centuries, picigin involves plenty of splashing as players attempt to keep alittle ball within the air as long as possible. With cafes and clubs not too far away, Bacvice is popular for travelers interested in nightlife.

Riva

RivaRiva id the place to be at sunset, whether travelers are sitting in a very little cafe with a cold drink or on a waterfront bench as they watch the sun slip into the horizon. World travelers say the waterfront promenade is one among the nicest they’ve seen everyplace. It’s neat and clean, and lacks the pushy sales clerks found in souvenir shops on other waterfronts. Riva also is Split’s main public square, so visitors may come across concerts, festivals, religious parades or other events happening. Palm trees and stately multi-story buildings grace the promenade while mega yachts and tour boats line the harbor.


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