One of the best ways to stay in Cannes is by staying at the 3.14 Hotel. Each floor is a representative of each of the continents with all offering a unique experience. The highest floor is the lounge area with access to a massage service, a hammam and the list goes on. On the terrace, there is a bar, tanning sections, a great pool and a Jacuzzi. Also , with access to La Plage, you will be engaged in one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire world known as the French Riviera.

How about staying in the Hotel Renoir, with a Belle Epoque façade? The epic Hotel Renoir dates back to the 1800’s. With a wide selection of 26 amazing rooms and suites, you will feel a blend of several time eras as the rooms are decorated in a 1950’s Hollywood Style.

Also is the Hotel Cezanne. This is relaxation at its best. There is a quiet garden that has access to sunbathing booths. There is a choice between 23 rooms and 6 suites. What best than having the premium location of Cannes’ center near all the fashion stores and also to the beach.

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Hotel Renoir, Cannes

Hotel Cezanne, Cannes

Hotel 3.14, Cannes

Each room of the Bohem Art Hotel has a unique flavor where it is possible to select a room based on which artwork fits the mood and taste. Everything that you can wish for in one of the greatest cities of the world – Budapest, is right outside your hotel room. Budapest has clubs, cafes, restaurants and a unique vibe that defines what Eastern Europe is all about. The next part after a long visit around Budapest’s downtown, you can return to your room and it awaits you with a unique atmosphere. Each room has a LCD TV, an en-suite bathroom with a shower, a self-controlled air condition, a hairdryer, a minibar, everything that you will need to enjoy your stay in Budapest. Furthermore, each room has soundproof windows so you can relax yourself with a good night’s sleep. When you wake up, the Bohem Art Hotel offers an amazing buffet breakfast to get you prepared for your Hungarian tour. You are only one step away from experiencing the best that Budapest has to offer.

Budapest – the capital of Hungary – the allure of this old city can simply be attributed to two epochs of great architecture, with the commanding, presence of the landmark dome of the great Saint Stephen’s Basilica, majestic Parliament, and monumental Heroes’ Square. The country that was once divided into two, Buda and Pest, continues to hold an Old World charm that ranks it among the world’s most beautiful cities. The Turkish thermal baths, such as the Gellért Bath, are world renowned spots for those fancying a truly relaxing getaway. The ornate façades and buildings of Andrássy Avenue, the representative road of Budapest, is a must for a stroll, especially during winter holiday evenings.

The Little Mermaid represent the Danish fairy tale written by Hans Christian Andersen about a mermaid who fell in love with a prince who lived on land and went outside the water in order to be with her one true love. The story goes more in depth as this mermaid gave an ultimate sacrifice in order to be with her love where unfortunately never happens.

The Little Mermaid is designed to show both characteristics of the human form and the fish form in order to distinguish the statue. It has a slight resemblance to the Pania of the Reef on the beach front at Napier in New Zealand. For some time, The Copenhagen City Council decided to exhibit the Little Mermaid at the Danish Pavillon during the Expo 2010 in Shanghai during May 2010 to October 2010. The Little Mermaid is once again in her original location in Copenhagen where many can see the amazing statue.

BOUTIQUE HOTELS IN COPENHAGEN

Skt. Petri Hotel

A luxury five star hotel, designed by W. Lauritzen is one of Copenhagen’s most important design properties. Skt. Petri Hotel is located in the Latin Quarter, close to the Round Tower and Town Hall Square.

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Hotel Alexandra

Situated right in the heart of Copenhagen by The Town Hall Square and The Tivoli Gardens, Hotel Alexandra has its own unique atmosphere that unites proud old architectural and design traditions with modern facilities and convenience. Hotel Alexandra is an affordable boutique hotel in the centre of Copenhagen.

from 862 DKK (166 USD) »

Hotel Twentyseven

A luxury contemporary hotel which features rooms designed in well-known Scandinavian tradition by leading Danish designers & architects. Hotel Twentyseven (Hotel 27) is situated in the heart of Copenhagen, just a few metres from the town square, in the middle of the historic city. This hotel provides Free Wifi

from 1240 DKK (239 USD) »

Manneken Pis is a famous Brussels’ landmark, designed by Jerome Duquesnoy. It is a small bronze fountain depicting a naked little boy who is urinating into the fountain’s basin. It was put in place in 1618 or 1619 and is located at the intersection of Rue de l’Étuve/Stoofstraat and Rue du Chêne/Eikstraat. Just take left from the famous Grand Palace when you get to the Brussels Town Hall and continue walking for a few hundred meters.

The legendary Manneken Pis is composed of several versions detailing its origin. Tourists are most familiar with the story about a wealthy merchant, while visiting the beautiful city of Brussels with his family, had his beloved young boy go missing. Immediately, the merchant formed a search group that investigated every section of Brussels. It turned out that the child was found cheerfully urinating in a small garden, therefore being the inspiration for the Manneken Pis as a gift from the merchant to the city.

Our preferred version is of a young boy who was awoken by a fire and saved the day by putting it out by urinating on the fire and helped to stop the king’s castle from burning into pieces.

Manneken Pis is dressed in a costume many times every week. There is a schedule published and posted on the railings around the fountain. His wardrobe counts more than 800 suits. The Museum of the City of Brussels presents one hundred of these suits.

Each year, the non-profit association The Friends of Manneken-Pis review costume designs submitted and select a small number to be produced and used.

It is a fascinating ceremony when the costumes are changed and is accompanied by brass band music. The costumes usually selected represent the national dress of certain nations whose citizens choose the beautiful Brussels as a destination. Another theme of some of the costumes is based on uniforms from professions, associations, trades and even branches of military services.

Once in a while, the statue is connected with a keg of beer and cups are filled and given to people who just happen to be passing by.

Thousands of visitors in Brussels gather around the fountain each year. Brussels just would not be the same without this small boy called the Manneken Pis.

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Bloom Brussels Hotel

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Hotel Manos Stephanie

Boutique hotel with charm, ideal choice for the modern traveler. Centrally located in the heart of Brussels, just yards away from the most fashionable shopping and business district, our Hotel Manos Stephanie is a reflection of Brussels genuine hospitality. This hotel provides Free Wifi.

from 100 EUR (142 USD) »

Watch couples dancing tango so that you will understand why this city generates so many emotions. What counts in tango is not only the music, steps or the dance floor, but also the fragrance, head movements, breathing or whispering. Tango is like an aphrodisiac, which makes a man more masculine and releases femininity in a woman. The essence of tango is about life, especially about the relationship between a man and a woman. There are no mistakes in tango, not like in ordinary life. There is only the simplicity that makes tango such an incredible dance. If you missed a step, you do not worry about it. You just keep on dancing…

Here is a little glimpse of tango:

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Design Suites Hotel Best Rate Guaranteed!

Design Suites Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel with the ultimate expression of design, blending magically with the green spaces of Buenos Aires. Centrally located near the Obelisco, our boutique hotel de charme is close to all the most important sites.

from 185 USD »

725 Continental Hotel Best Rate Guaranteed!

The 725 Continental Hotel is a luxury five-star hotel with a modern and contemporary style, housed in building with a distinguished French style. Our boutique hotel is centrally located in Buenos Aires between Obelisk and Plaza de Mayo.

from 163 USD »

Hotel 1555 Malabia House Best Rate Guaranteed!

In an ancient covent in the heart of trendy Palermo Soho in Buenos Aires lies our boutique hotel 1555 Malabia House: the first design hotel in Argentina.

from 180 USD »

Hotel 562 Nogaro Best Rate Guaranteed!

Hotel 562 Nogaro is a luxury hotel with an elegant European style. Our recently renovated boutique hotel is located just 50 metres from the famous Plaza de Mayo in the heart of Buenos Aires.

from 150 USD »

Hotel Pulitzer Buenos Aires Best Rate Guaranteed!

Nestled in the heart of Buenos Aires’ Microcentro district, our newly-built Hotel Pulitzer is a large, four-star boutique hotel with a fresh cosmopolitan atmosphere. Comfort, technology and personal care and attention to the smallest details characterize 104 bedrooms, located on 13 floors.

from 150 USD »

In each of his hotels (Madrid, Barcelona, London and Paris), he puts emphasis on pieces from his collection to provide the place with a unique character. One can find anything from African sculptures, to jewels, contemporary paintings, works of art dating back to Ancient Egypt, India, the Greco‐Roman Empire, Papua New Guinea… He is a true art enthusiast (antique culture), especially everything related to Ancient Egypt. His private collection of Egyptian art consists of more than 1,000 pieces.

Each floor of Hotel Banke is host to part of Mr Jordi Clos’ private jewel collection. This collection will be exhibited for clients of the hotel, the restaurant and the bar. Please see the pictures below.

About Hotel Banke

Superior four‐star boutique hotel in the centre of Paris, ideal for your stay whether you are on a business trip or holidaying with your partner, with friends or with your family. This superior four‐star hotel is located in the Opera district, in the very heart of Paris, and a stone’s throw from Boulevard Haussmann and the Galeries Lafayette. Hotel Banke occupies a building from the turn of the 20th century designed by architects Paul Friesse and Cassien Bernard, and the stately building sits at the junction of Boulevard La Fayette and Rue Pillet Will.

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The Hotel Banke is located in the heart of the Opera district, in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, near the Grands Boulevards and the international boutiques, just a few steps away from Place Vendôme and ten minutes from the Louvre. The closest train stations are Gare Saint-Lazare (1,5 km) and Gare de l’Est (1,8 km), while Gare du Nord, Gare Montparnasse, Gare de Lyoon and Gare d’Austerlitz are all a few minute drive away. The closest Metro stations are Chaussée-d’Antin (150 metres) or Notre-Dame-de-Lorette (450 metres). You’ll find several bus stops nearby the Hotel.The Paris-Orly Airport lies 23 km away from the Hotel, while the Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport is 28 km away.

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Below, I continue presenting a list of places which you cannot miss while visiting New York with some images attached. These are must see attractions. The first part of my report you can find under: http://blog.epoquehotels.com/5158/new-york-city-insider-tips-part-i/

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• Visit High Line – the New York City’s unique park which was built on a section of the former elevated freight railroad spur.

• Go to the intersection on 23rd Street, Broadway and Fifth Avenue and admire the unique Flatiron building located there.

• Admire the Chrysler Building - an Art Deco skyscraper which can be seen from many places.

• Stand next to a high building and feel its altitude. Is it better to be here on the ground or up there on the 77^th floor?

• Go and visit the Grand Central Terminal (GCT) which is the largest train station in the world by number of platforms. There are 44 of them with 67 tracks along.

• Take a look at the Statue of Liberty from the Staten Island Ferry (free service).

• If you like musicals or if you are just a fan of a great and unique experience – the Broadway Theatre – is the place to be. Visit the Broadway theatre district and see a musical and you will not be disappointed.

All pictures were provided by Emilia Florek.

In order to see the first part, click here: http://blog.epoquehotels.com/5158/new-york-city-insider-tips-part-i/

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The Time Hotel Best Rate Guaranteed!

Luxury boutique design hotel in New York City, New York. The Time is the perfect place to hide in the centre of the universe. Located just off Times Square, near the Rockefeller Center and Broadway.

from 152 USD »

Stay Hotel NY Best Rate Guaranteed!

Modern, whimsy, as inviting as it is convenient. Our Hotel is situated in the center of the Universe (otherwise known as Times Square). Stay central. Stay connected. Stay smart. Stay sexy. Stay comfortable. Stay.

from 199 USD »

Night Hotel New York Best Rate Guaranteed!

Our stylish boutique hotel boasts distinctive elegance and the feel of a private residence, intimate and comfortable. Night Hotel New York is ideally located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan.

from 170 USD »

Kimberly Hotel Best Rate Guaranteed!

Luxury boutique hotel in New York City. European elegance in the heart of cosmopolitan Manhattan. Our property is located in the East Side, near Fifth Avenue, the Rockefeller Center and the Chrysler Building.

from 249 USD »

Dream Hotel Best Rate Guaranteed!

Luxury boutique hotel with a lavish lobby, bars and an exclusive subterranean lounge. The guestrooms are modern and adorned with the latest technology. Dream Hotel is located in the heart of Manhattan.

from 209 USD »

Whoever traveled to New York City knows that the following lyrics: “These streets will make you feel brand new, Big lights will inspire you” of the song of Alicia Keys and Jay-Z are nothing else than the truth! New York is such an amazing city where even walking along the streets itself is a marvelous experience. Its high buildings are astonishing and the atmosphere is impressive. Once you are in Manhattan, you might feel a little bit lost, but only for a moment. The transportation system is great and will take you wherever you want. Even though Manhattan seems to be of a huge size, you can easily walk everywhere within the district you are in. A good map, comfortable shoes, a bottle of water and a good camera is all you need! In case you are lost, you can always ask people living and working there for a piece of advice and I can assure you, they have a great sense of humor and will certainly help you.

Below, I present a list of places which you cannot miss while visiting New York with some images attached. These are must see attractions. However, do not forget to just walk and observe everyday life of New Yorkers, stop by and see where they eat lunch. Also have a nice breakfast in a nearby café as there are thousands of those and always look around as you do not know which celebrity walking by you may encounter. For example, I shook hands, had a chat, got the autograph and took a picture with Will Smith!

For part II click here: http://blog.epoquehotels.com/5177/new-york-city-travel-tips-part-ii/

• Have a walk in Central Park which is enormous. That is why it is not very crowded, as everyone is spread around the park. For sure you will find moments of tranquility in Central Park.

• Take the elevator all the way up to the Top of the Rock, located in the Rockefeller Center Observatory. The best time is to go just before it gets dark in order to have a clear view of the city, especially Central Park. The views are breathtaking during the nighttime as the city’s lights are countless and very exciting.

• When it gets dark, head out to the world famous Times Square and just watch, observe and admire the lights illuminating your face.

• Take yourself in a cultural and gastronomic journey: visit Chinatown, Little Italy and Koreatown where you will actually forget that you are in New York, US.

• Visit Ground Zero and go back in time when you were a witness to this history.

• Walk along Wall Street and feel like you were about to sign a 1 million dollar contract.

• Walk along Brooklyn Bridge as it is as beautiful as they say.

All pictures were provided by Emilia Florek.

You can find part II under http://blog.epoquehotels.com/5177/new-york-city-travel-tips-part-ii/

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The Time Hotel Best Rate Guaranteed!

Luxury boutique design hotel in New York City, New York. The Time is the perfect place to hide in the centre of the universe. Located just off Times Square, near the Rockefeller Center and Broadway.

from 152 USD »

Stay Hotel NY Best Rate Guaranteed!

Modern, whimsy, as inviting as it is convenient. Our Hotel is situated in the center of the Universe (otherwise known as Times Square). Stay central. Stay connected. Stay smart. Stay sexy. Stay comfortable. Stay.

from 199 USD »

Night Hotel New York Best Rate Guaranteed!

Our stylish boutique hotel boasts distinctive elegance and the feel of a private residence, intimate and comfortable. Night Hotel New York is ideally located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan.

from 170 USD »

Kimberly Hotel Best Rate Guaranteed!

Luxury boutique hotel in New York City. European elegance in the heart of cosmopolitan Manhattan. Our property is located in the East Side, near Fifth Avenue, the Rockefeller Center and the Chrysler Building.

from 249 USD »

Dream Hotel Best Rate Guaranteed!

Luxury boutique hotel with a lavish lobby, bars and an exclusive subterranean lounge. The guestrooms are modern and adorned with the latest technology. Dream Hotel is located in the heart of Manhattan.

from 209 USD »

Oaxaca has been declared by UNESCO as part of the world’s cultural heritage. It is a city with 450 years of post-Columbian and Spanish history and more than 3,000 years of pre-Columbian history.

Interesting sites in the city of Oaxaca include the Government Palace, the Temple of Santo Domingo, the Macedonio Alcala Theater, the Rufino Tamayo Museum of Prehispanic Art and the House of Cortés.

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Visit also the famous Hierve del Agua – which means “the water boils”. It is a set of natural rock formations that look like waterfalls. The site is located about 70 kilometers east from Oaxaca.

An abundance of fruits and vegetables are grown in the central valley. Tropical fruits are found in the north and fish and shellfish dominate the cuisine of the south of the region. Because of these genuine produce and the diversity of its population, Oaxaca is also a preferred spot for an unforgettable gastronomic experience.

You can try local specialities as well as international food at the Restaurant Los Cipreses which overlooks the San Felipe Mountains.

Oaxaca‘s principal industry is tourism, with over 250 kilometers of sandy beaches, attractive colonial architecture, fascinating archaeological treasures, and plenty of crafts and folk art.

If you want to spend time in an active way, go hiking to the nearby San Felipe Mountain, beautiful views guaranteed.

Also, if you want to leave Oaxaca for a moment, the groups of pyramids and churches, along the route from Monte Albán to Mitla, deserve your attention because of their beautiful architecture.

Remember, no visit to Oaxaca is complete without spending some time by exploring a few of the region’s fascinating villages. Within a 50-kilometer (30 miles) radius of Oaxaca City are dozens of small towns, many of which specialize in a particular art tradition. In these villages you can meet artisans who merge together the richness of tradition and creativity, fantasy and practicality to create some of the most exciting popular art in Mexico.

If you visit the city of Oaxaca in December, do not miss the “Noche de Rábanos” (Radishes Night) on the 23th of December. This tradition dates back to colonial times, when missionaries taught natives how to grow radishes, which reached exceptional proportions. Radish Night is celebrated in the Oaxaca Historical Centre, in the Plaza de la Constitucion (Zócalo).

Traditional occurrences in the city are the famous festivals. July is the time of year of la Guelaguetza – one of the largest and most celebrated festivals in Mexico. During this festival, you can expect folkloric dancers, roving musicians and musical groups as well as artisans selling their products and much more…

About Hacienda Los Laureles Boutique Hotel

The Hacienda Los Laureles Oaxaca is a delightful refuge, nestling amidst aging cypresses and colourful gardens in the heart of this provincial district,close the ruins of San Felipe del Agua. The boutique hotel rooms, each has a distinct Mexican flavour. Cool whitewashed walls, terracotta floors and wrought-iron furniture lend a rustic authenticity, which is combined with warm woods and bold Mexican fabrics to create a welcoming atmosphere.

The restaurant El Cipres features an exciting selection of cuisine – both traditional Mexican and modern international. The views from the pool are idyllic, looking way over the mountains, tempting guests to relax. The exercise conscious will enjoy the runner’s track and gym. The pre-Hispanic ritual of the adobe Temazcal or indigenous steam bath , is also practiced here and is a must for well-being and relaxation.

Location:

The 5 star 4 diamond Hotel Hacienda Los Laureles-SPA location in San Felipe de Agua is a upscale residential area of Oaxaca City Oaxaca - View Location Map.

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Today we present a tour to Cardona, especially for those who are visiting or planning to visit Barcelona and are interested in leaving the city for a while and would like to see something different. During the day tour you will be able to see: the Vall Salina and the Salt Mountain, the Medium Age Castle as well as the canonical/collegiate church of Sant Vicenç at the medieval town of Cardona in Central Catalonia.

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The Castle and the Fortress

At Cardona, the geographic location of the castle meets the need for defending access to the salt warehouse and of having a privileged view of the Cardener river valleys. Between the 11th and 15th centuries, it was the residence of the lords of Cardona: the “wealthy salt barons”, related to the most prominent European families and such was their influence that the duke of Cardona was known as “the uncrowned king”.

“The castle never conquered by force of arms”

The castle-fortress of Cardona played a major role in the War of Succession. Its resistance to the siege of 1711 and the delivering up of the fortress, 18 September 1714, in compliance with the order of the Catalan authorities, has turned it into a symbol and last bastion of freedoms of Catalonia. Today, Cardona castle constitutes an excellent compendium of military fortification that shows the evolution of military arts from the middle ages to modern times.

The castle monuments have been a State National Monument since 1949, as has the collegiate church of Sant Vicenç, an example of Catalan Lombard art, since 1931. The Minyona Tower, the Ducal Courtyard, the defence bastions and the views over the Vall Salina are outstanding.

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The Sant Vicenç Collegiate Church

The canonical/collegiate church of Sant Vicenç, consecrated between 1029 and 1040, is one of the great Romanesque jewels in Catalonia. It has a basilica with three naves headed by a transept adjoined by three semicircular apses. The central nave is dominated by a large chancel with a crypt below. The nave is covered with a semicircular barrel vault. Also included are the mausoleums of the duke Ferran I (around 1539) and the count Joan Ramon Folc I (1668).

On the outside are the preserved remains of a Gothic cloister and a courtyard (14th and 15th Century), around which are the ancillary buildings that constituted part of the abbey and the counts’ palace, and which are today occupied by the Parador de Turisme Ducs de Cardona.

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The Vall Salina and the Salt Mountain

The Vall Salina of Cardona, bearer of the precious wealth of the salt that has been exploited since Neolithic times, and of the potash discovered by the engineer Emilio Viader in early 1900, is the reason Cardona exists. In 2003, the Salt Mountain Cultural Park was opened nearby in order to display its value and project the Salt Mountain as “a mountain of pure salt that keeps growing the more it is extracted” (Aulus Gel·li, citing Cató, 2nd century AD).

A unique geological phenomenon

The Vall Salina of Cardona is a depression of the land in the form of an elongated ellipse of 1,800 m long by 600 wide having a surface area of 100 ha. Its natural features have earned itto be included into the Plan for Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty of Catalonia. The outcrops of salt are located within the depression and was thus formerly known as the Salí (salt warehouse), and is today known as the Vall Salina (salt valley).

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If you would like to spend a night in Cardona, we strongly recommend the Hotel Bremon, an old Carmelita’s School that became a boutique hotel of 19 spacious rooms.

The Hotel Bremon is set in the medieval town of Cardona in Central Catalonia its construction goes back to the 19th century and its rehabilitation has been done preserving the original architecture. Its spacious rooms, its large sound-proofed windows, its colors and textures create a bright, peaceful space. The boutique Hotel Bremon has 19 double rooms, one is a suite and two are deluxe rooms. All are equipped with a fully fitted bathroom with hairdryer, vanity mirror, special amenities, bathrobe, slippers and pillow selection. There is a direct outside telephone line in all rooms as well as separate broadband internet connection, desk, safe deposit box, individually controlled air-conditioning, fat screen television and satellite TV. The ample-sized bedrooms, colors and textures create a light and serene ambiance.

The top floor has a multi-use room with a fireplace and terrace with magnificent views of the castle. The carefully decorated restaurant offers traditional cuisine with a slightly modern touch, accompanied by a list of selected wines. Thanks to its location, surroundings, resources and staff, the Bremon Hotel Cardona is perfect for recreational tourism as well as small and medium-sized business conventions.

Location:

Hotel Bremon is located in the Old Quarter of Cardona, where the school of the order of the Carmelites-Vedruens fomely stood. Due to its location the Bremon Hotel is the ideal base from which to explore Catalunya. - View Location Map.

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