2010-8
27

London Accommodation Services

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London, one of the most visited cities in the world offers hundreds of high quality hotels for visitors. This article will review one hotel from all four categories: budget, moderate, luxury and prestige. The London apartments are very clean and comfortable for each hotel in our presentation. Here are the hotels:

Bedford Hotel – Bedford is a small-sized and friendly hotel, conveniently located in the historic Bloomsbury. This hotel is just minutes walk from the famous British Museum, the historic Covent Garden and the vibrant theatres of the west end. Transport links to and from the Bedford Hotel are perfect, with easy connections throughout London and the United Kingdom via the Euston and King’s Cross stations. If you like driving, car parking is available for an affordable fee in the underground pay garage. The Bedford Hotel has 184 well-furnished rooms, each of them are equipped with a direct dial telephone, satellite television, trouser press, radio and tea & coffee making facilities. They offer a full English breakfast each morning. As a plus, meals, drinks as well as snacks can be enjoyed in Bedford Hotel’s French-style restaurant, bar and coffee shop.

Avni Hotel London – If you are on the look for a stylish but affordable hotel in fashionable South Kensington, the Anvi Hotel London is right choice for you. As this hotel was completely renovated 2 years ago, you will have all the amenities you need at your fingertips. The very modern rooms are very well equipped; they even have duplexes with their own kitchenettes. Each and every single room comes equipped with a direct dial telephone, a flat screen TV with satellite channels, room safe, hairdryer, alarm clock and tea and coffee making services. With lift access to all floors and reception and concierge staff available around the clock, the Anvi Hotel London is relaxing and pleasurable at the same time. The hotel offers a breakfast room on the lower ground floor where very friendly staff will serve you the continental breakfast in the morning. Places like Harrods, the Science Museum and Earls Court Exhibition Centre are easy to get to from Anvi Hotel London.

Caesar Hotel London – The hotel offers an extremely stylish retreat right in the heart of London. Caesar Hotel London is a contemporary, designer hotel that offers all the services and standards you would expect from luxury four star accommodations. The Paddington Station is just a few minutes away. A very short walk from the Caesar Hotel London will see you in the famous Hyde Park, where you have the possibility to discover the exquisite Kensington Gardens, or take a relaxing walk along the banks of the Serpentine. The Caesar Hotel London has 140 relaxing bedrooms, each with their own bathroom, wireless Internet access upon request, a color TV with satellite and pay-per-view movies, radio, hairdryer, 24-hour room service, hospitality tray and direct dial telephone with voicemail. The hotel guests can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the modern X0 Bar, or enjoy international cuisine in the X0 restaurant, where breakfast is served. All the public areas at Caesar Hotel London are air conditioned.

The Hempel – West London’s stunning Boutique hotel, created by highly acclaimed British designer Anouska Hempel, is an architectural statement in original design. Simple and minimalist, The Hempel Hotel is a new experience in hotel living. Situated just north of London’s famous Hyde Park, the hotel is well located for sightseeing. However, the immediate surroundings of Craven Hill gardens secure a protective cocoon of tranquility. The Hempel’s bedrooms are all individually designed with luxury products including bathrobes, slippers, candles and Wi-Fi services. I-Thai is decorated with serenity in mind. The menu and the wine list of the hotel are designed to match your first visual impression so that your whole experience of I-Thai carries a theme. It is a restaurant worthy of a special occasion or an unplanned visit, 50/50 chances. The Conference Room of the hotel has full video facilities and the Jade Room & Garden Bar make good photo shoot locations. The hotel is happy to accommodate garden parties, product launches and even receptions.

All things considered, serviced London apartments are available for all budgets so every tourist will surely find a place to stay, depending on the available budget.

2010-8
26

Choosing the Right Tent

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When you’re camping, your tent is the most important piece of equipment. Without a tent, you are nothing! You need one that will keep you dry and warm (but not too warm). There are a huge huge range ot there on the market and it can be difficult deciding what to buy but here are a few tips to help you on your way.

There are so many different tents oit there on the market that it may be difficult to know where to start. from a simple one person tent which will fit easily into your rucksack, right up to an eight berth monster, with all mod cons including spa pool and massage table ok, perhaps that’s a bit far but you get the idea!). As with everything camping related, your tent needs to fit the purpose that you’ll be using it for. If you will be carrying the tent in a rucksack, then the weight and dimensions when packed are very important. If you are camping with the family, you may want something with seperate bedroom areas for privasy. All of these details can be found within the information of the packaging or from the shop when you buy your tent.

Tents will be labelled ‘one person’, ‘two person’ etc, but you should always check the actual dimensions as classifications can differ between manufacturers. You should also pay attention to how much space there is in the living area and what the height of the tent is (ie, can you stand up). Below is a summary of the different types of tents you might choose.

Frame Tents: These have the best headroom and are useful for families, and those who plan to cook inside the tent. The disadvantage of frame tents is that they are havy and difficult to carry, so only suitable if you are travelling by car (and have a few people to hep you put it up). Frame tents are becoming less popular in favour of the more fashioable and lightweight Dome Tents.

Ridge Tent: This is a triangular shaped tent, the more tradiditonal one that you are used to seeing. You rarely see this around nowadays, and again have given way to the more modern dome tents.

Dome Tents: A dome shaped tent, very simple to erect and very lightweight. The flexible poles thread through the tent fabric criss corssing in the middle. The poles are normally made of reinforced plastic or a metal alloy. Dome tents can range from a very compact one or two man right up to a family sized tent with room to stand. They are relatively inexpensive and due to the compact size when packed they are very easy to transport. higher dome tents are more vulnerable in high winds than a frame tent so care should be taken in poor weather.

Hoop Tents: These are a cross betwen a ridge and dome tent. They are strong with room inside, they can be multiple hoop, also known as a tunnel tent, or single hoop which is lighter weight and easier to carry. Hoop tents are often favoured by mountain climbers because of their strngth in high winds and extreme conditions.

Geodesic Tents: A geodesic tent is similar to a Dome tent, but with a slightly different structure which gives them greater strength in high winds. Often slightly more expensive than a standard dome tent.

Vis-a-vis: Tents with sleeping areas on either side of the main central area. These are genrally dome style noeadays but you do ocassionally see a ridge style vis-a-vis tent.

Touring Tents: Touring tents can be extended ridge tents or extended dome tents. They normally have a porch area, which is very useful for cooking, (although goking in tents should only be done if it is safe to do so, and you should consult the manufacturr if you aren’t sure). Touring tents often have windows and are the tent of choice for people who spend long periods camping.

Most tents have 2 layers. The first a breathable ‘inner’ providing warmth and keeping the insects off, while the ‘outer’ fysheet or ’skin’ is the waterproof layer that goes on the outside. Having a two layer structure also prevents moisture and condensation building up. These layers can be made from a wide range of materials, the higher end of the price range tends to be the best insulated, most breathable and best quality and would be advised for extreme weather conditions. The higher price ranges will also be home to tents with the best quality seams and zips as these are often the first things to go.

The strength of the poles is an important factor if you want your tent to last. Modern tents are extremely lightweight but you can often tell the difference between poor quality and good quality poles. As a rule, you generally get what you pay for. If you are using your tent to go to a festival and don’t tend to do much else with it, then you can pick up a 2 man tent from about £25. If you are looking for something that you can use a few times of year in all conditinos, then prices can go up to about £500 for the top quality tents.

Whatever your choice, remember to allow anough space for your stuff. A 2 man tent is often big enough for 2 people but if you both have big rucksacks or equipment, you might be better thinking about a larger tent to allow for this

2010-8
25

Hot Hot! Holidays in Lanzarote

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The island of Lanzarote lies in the eastern region of the Canary Islands, and is a popular destination for holidaymakers looking to escape to a sunny climate.

The island itself is volcanic in nature, which over the centuries has helped to shape the island’s mountainous terrain. Indeed, some parts of the island are so dry and barren that you’d almost think you’d arrived on some strange Martian world.

Many of the tourist attractions around Lanzarote give you the chance to explore the surreal volcanic landscapes during holidays to the island. From the beauty of the Green Caves to the picturesque (and spiky) Cactus Gardens, which were designed by one of the islands’ most famous residents, the artist Cesar Manrique.

Examples of Manrique’s unique style of architectural design can be seen all over Lanzarote. There are a number of sculptures dotted around the island, and his home was converted into a museum of his work after his death in 1992.

Timanfaya National Park offers tourists the chance to experience the volcanic nature of the island during their holidays in Lanzarote. Coach trips and camel rides through the vast landscape are available, as well as offering the chance to sample traditional Canarian food that has been cooked over a hole in the ground, making use of the vast amount of geothermal energy available.

For those looking to escape the heat, Lanzarote is home to the largest aquarium in the Canaries, and offers a refreshing change from the heat outside whilst giving visitors the chance to learn about the vast array of marine life that inhabits the islands’ coastline. The warm, crystal clear coastal regions of the island are popular destinations for water sports enthusiasts.

A wide range of activities, including water-skiing and scuba diving are available year-round. Lanzarote is a popular destination for cheap last minute holidays, with many flocking to the island to enjoy the temperate climate, white sandy beaches and mountainous terrain – which is popular with walkers and extreme sports enthusiasts.

So whether you’re after a nice relaxing break in the sun or want to explore the vast volcanic landscape, Lanzarote could be the Canary that adds chirpiness to your holiday.