If you’re out to snag an ultimate honeymoon getaway, fly to the Mediterranean and visit the best places where you and your honey can have some romance and luxury. Experience the magic of Tuscany by travelling through the Tuscan landscapes, visiting the medieval hill towns and wine villages, and taking in the culture of Pisa, Florence, and Lucca.
Want to enjoy your honey’s company? Snuggle with him or her in the comfort and luxury of Italy’s finest hotels, or enjoy privacy by renting your own secluded white-washed villa. Take a wine-tasting class a deux, or a dance class in Barcelona, or fly over the city on a hot air balloon. Want a honeymoon by the beach? Visit Cyprus and stay in its exotic capital, Nicosia, or have a romantic holiday in the country’s beautiful beaches. Get your blood pumping and fly to Alicante and see the stunning coasts that await you. If you want to party with style, visit Costa Blanca, one of the region’s well-known locations, or join some of the island’s exciting activities; cap the day off by watching the sunset with your honey from the balcony of one of the province’s fabulous hotels.
Only the Irish could have such good luck - hailing from a country steeped in history, magic and folklore and with scenery that really will take your breath away. Team such rugged beauty with a friendly population, an endless supply of perfectly-poured Guinness and an innate ability to find and have the 'craic' and you are closer to understanding why such a little island leaves such a huge imprint in the hearts and minds of all those who have travelled here. Be warned though, you may feel more at home here than home itself and be tempted to stay.
If you fancy a taste of Ireland's luck, magic, and adventure, why not book a holiday? While you’re at it, find a place to stay that’s as magical and wondrous as the country itself, such as a boutique hotel. The Athenaeum House Hotel is an elegant 18th-century house redesigned as a chic boutique hotel, located near the River Suir, and overlooking both Waterford City and 6 acres of parkland. Offering 25 en-suite guestrooms and 4 grand suites, this riverside sanctuary is a popular holiday retreat. The
hotel offers 3 meeting rooms for business travelers; each bedroom is named after a famous writer, artist, musician or inventor, and you may choose your preferred luminary, whether it’s James Joyce or John Lennon. The ZAKS restaurant of the hotel features a blend of continental and Irish cuisine for its guests and visitors. Another outstanding boutique hotel, located in the South Side of Dublin City is the Dylan Hotel Dublin. The hotel guestrooms are individually custom-appointed and designed that no 2 rooms are alike; they are laid out with memory foam Seventh Heaven beds that are dressed in the finest Italian lavender-scented frette linens. A pillow menu, Plasma screen TVs, iPods, Wi-Fi access, spacious showers, a movie menu, and a mini bar are available in the rooms. The hotel’s restaurants, The Still and Dylanbar, offer 2 different dining options. Exec Chef Padraic Hayden creates unique contemporary Irish menus, while sommelier Camilla Guidolin oversees the 230 varieties of wine available to diners. The Dylanbar is a great place for cocktails and socializing.
Travelling to Britain is a real treat for visitors seeking offbeat and unusual attractions. Have your picture taken with the “local tribes” of punks and Goths at Camden Town in London, where a “fat tip” of a few pounds is greatly appreciated.
If you really want some wild and dangerous adventure, hang out with British soccer fans at a Manchester United game, and enjoy the rowdy chanting and cheering for the best football club in the U. K. Of course, you need some place quaint and luxurious for your stay, so book your holiday at any boutique hotel and enjoy the comforts of stylish accommodations in this fascinating country.
The Hope Street Hotel is a boutique hotel, built in 1860, that resembles a Venetian palazzo and is located between 2 cathedrals in Liverpool. Hope Street is within the city’s cultural quarter, among several restaurants and theatres. The hotel’s interior has been redesigned to showcase modern minimalism; the place is decked out with wooden floors and furniture, soft lights, and low sofas at the lounge. Hope Street Hotel has 48 rooms, 7 of which are suites that have panoramic views of the Mersey river. Rooms are appointed with oversized beds, DVD and LCD screen TVs, Egyptian cotton sheets, and under-floor heating. At the hotel’s restaurant, London Carriage Works, Chef Paul Askew cooks up seafood dishes and also offers a delectable array of cheese selections. The restaurant also offers a wide selection of more than 230 wines.
Another boutique hotel is Great John Street in Manchester, which is formerly a loft-style schoolhouse, boasting of 7 duplex Boudouir Grand bedrooms (luxury rooms), 10 Classical Grand junior suites (luxury suites), and their best rooms, 4 Eclectic Grand suites. All 30 rooms are double-height, and have sumptuous ceiling-to-floor, theatre-like curtains. The boutique hotel has a lounge with an exclusive cocktail bar, a rooftop garden with private dining area, and even an external hot tub for resident guests. The bar serves a menu that ranges from snacks and open baguettes to chef-prepared meals.
If you’re a party animal looking for a place to dance the night away, on amazing beach backdrops at that – Ibiza is the place for you. The scene for beach parties and night owls, Ibiza is home to world-renown nightclubs where all kinds of parties abound: from water parties of Es Paradis, to foam parties of Amnesia, and afterparties of Space.
Privilege, the largest night club in the world, and Eden, the busiest club in Sant Antoni, are also must-sees. But apart from being a site of massive beach parties, Ibiza is also one of Europe’s largest medieval towns, which houses a beautiful cathedral and loads of UN World Heritage Sites, such as God’s Finger in Benirras Bay. The old town is full of classy bars and restaurants; it’s also where the Archaeological Museum, which explores the fascinating history of both Ibiza and neighbouring Formentera, is located. If you’re not so much into parties, there are lots of other things you can do in Ibiza, such as play golf, dabble in art and pottery, or simply enjoy the beautiful beaches. Try various water sports such as waterskiing, canoeing, and diving; or tour around the island on a private or chartered boat. Nowhere to stay in Ibiza? Don’t worry; there are lots of hotels in town to suit every traveller’s budget. Try Los Molinos Hotel, which offers regional cuisine and Mediterranean tranquility, aside from an exhilarating nightlife. Montesol Hotel Ibiza is also a great value for money, with its perfect location—at the heart of the city and close to shopping centres, main tourist attractions, beaches, and even the airport. If you want a hotel that’s right on the beach, Invisa Club Blanca Hotel is the best choice; located in the residential area of Es Figueral beach, this hotel gives you the perfect holiday with its modern amenities such as a bar, a restaurant, a swimming pool with a solarium area, and a children’s playground.
Home to the Vatican City, St Peter’s Square, and the Coliseum, Rome is the place to be, whether you’re into fashion, history, or food; corner by corner, the Eternal City is filled with cathedrals, monuments, and eateries. Are you one of the countless tourists itching to get your feet on Rome’s ancient streets? Then we have just the hotels for you.
Quaint art pieces and incredible city views set Hotel Lord Byron apart from other hotels in Rome; decorated in Art Déco style, its rooms are a splendid mix of elegance and warmth. Dine in Sapori del Lord Byron and sample the best Italian wines; for a visual and gastronomic feast, head to Il Salotto Lounge & Wine Bar. What do Pope Pius IX, George Clooney, and Winston Churchill have in common? They were guests at one of Rome’s oldest and most important hotels – the Grand Hotel Plaza. Located in the city centre, near Trinità dei Monti (or “Spanish Steps”), this hotel used to be the home of an upper-class Italian family in the 1800s; its crystal chandeliers, frescoed walls, and stained glass skylights have made it the setting for lots of movies. The rooms in the Grand Hotel Plaza are furnished lavishly; Persian rugs, Italian bedspreads, and Roman paintings guarantee a fabulous stay. Some have views of the hotel’s lemon and olive terraces, the rooftops, or the historic streets; you can even get a suite with potted plants and flowers. Climate control, high-speed Internet access, and en-suite marble bathrooms are part of the package, too. Other Rome hotels include the Splendide Royal in Via di Porta Pinciana, Regina Hotel Baglioni in Via Veneto, and Hotel Bernini Bristol in Piazza Barberini.
Turquoise waters, first-rate wines, and numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites are just some of the things that make Spain a top tourist destination; it has something for everyone - from monuments to beaches, cathedrals to nightclubs, plazas to tapas bars. Tempted? Book a flight today, and leave the hotels to us! What could be better than a massage, a glass of wine, and a gourmet meal? Not much, we think, and so do the owners of Can Bonastre Wine Resort in Masquefa; situated on the foot of the Montserrat Mountains, the hotel offers privacy right in the middle of 250-acre vineyards and woods.
Decorated in modern minimalist style, it’s a sumptuous stretch of opulence under a great sky; the spa offers a wine-based therapy, and it has facilities such as a sauna, a Turkish bath, and a covered pool. If these aren’t enough for you, you can visit the nearby Monastery of the Monges, the Masia Bach Golf Club, or the markets and museums. Bliss can be found indoors, too, with Can Bonastre Wine Resort’s 12 guestrooms; facilities include soundproof walls, large windows, plasma TVs (with international channels), high-speed Internet access, sound systems, magnifying mirrors, and work desks. You can even get views of the mountains and vineyards. Other Spain hotels include Club Maritimo de Sotogrande in Puerto Deportivo, Casa del Abad in Castille Leon, Casanova Hotel in Barcelona, Elba Palace Golf in Fuerteventura, and The Gran Hotel Elba Estepona & Thalasso Spa in Estepona; all are members of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. .