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Hot cross buns, Easter egg hunts, oodles of chocolate and catching up with friends and family are likely on everyone’s calendars this Easter. But how about making it extra special by combining all these things with an Easter getaway.
Our 4 top pick destinations in the North Island this year will have you hopping mad with excitement.
And remember once you are there ask around and see if there’s any local Easter Hunts, special music or other events happening over the weekend that you can join in on.
Take the hassle out of getting away by staying at our Bella Vista motels where you and the kids will enjoy a relaxed and enjoyable stay. Your Bella Vista hosts are friendly and will enjoy giving you some great local tips and there’s free parking so you can get out and explore by foot or bicycle.
Be the first to see the sunrise on Easter Sunday on the sun-kissed East Cape. Gisborne is well known for its wineries and beautiful beaches and makes for that perfect escape for the Easter break. Take the family for a surf lesson, find some time to hide some Easter treats and before they are totally exhausted from catching waves, send the kids to go hunting for eggs amongst the dunes or under driftwood. While they are occupied you can relax, listen to the waves crash and soak in the last days of warmth before the cooler months settle in.
A great place to go for a wander at this time of year is the Eastwoodhill Arboretum, its only 30mins out of Gisborne and a popular must-see attraction. It’s at its most magnificent in Autumn and the trees put on a spectacular show of colours from oranges to purples to bronzes and reds. You can take a guided tour or walking tour. There’s a Visitor Centre and Gift Store and Discovery Centre along with a playground with some of the biggest swings in the country. And if you begin to get a little peckish visit the Homestead Tea House that’s open Wednesdays to Sundays from 10am to 3pm where you can get a warm cuppa with scones, jam and cream or delicious cake whilst listening out for the Kereru or Tui.
Besides the beaches, there are numerous walks both historic and nature based. Or check out the Morere Hot Springs. These natural mineral pools are one of New Zealand's off-the-beaten-track thermal bathing sites.
At the end of each day you’ll come back to the comfort of the Bella Vista motel. Your Gisborne accommodation is an easy walk to the town centre, shops and restaurants and the nearby beach.
Napier, the self-proclaimed Art Deco Capital of the World, is strikingly different from other towns in New Zealand. After the devastation of the 1931 earthquake Napier was rebuilt in the Spanish mission style architecture that we see today. Step back in time as you wander in and out of shops, browsing 1920’s style costumes and paraphernalia. Do a walking tour around the historic buildings and hear some stories of characters of that time.
Napier has a fantastic boardwalk that meanders around the coastline. It's loved by locals who make the most of the amazing sunshine! You can hire bikes and ride along to Westshore or amble along past the port to Ahuriri. Ice-cream stops are a must along the way, along with playgrounds, skateparks, restaurants, cafes and New Zealand’s National Aquarium. It’s a great way to while away a day. The Marine Parade is a bustle of activity over the weekends but whether you want to beat the family at mini-golf or laze in the sunken gardens for a picnic, there is something for everyone.
Your Napier accommodation is perfectly located on Hastings Street that runs parallel to Marine Parade with its majestic Norfolk Pine Trees. The Bella Vista motel is within walking distance to the shops and restaurants, the art deco buildings and of course the ocean-side walkway. They have plenty of parking so there’s no excuse to get out and explore by foot!
Taupo sits nestled on the edge of the mighty Lake Taupo looking across to the Tongariro National Park. It owes its beautiful scenery to the active volcanic zone that it lies within. Adrenaline and adventure-based activities are plentiful making it a fantastic location for the kids to let off steam and the adults to forget about their daily routines and get amongst it. Start with a thrilling Hukafalls Jet Boat ride along the Waikato river, past nature bush, sheer rock cliff faces, hot water streams and feel the power of the Huka Falls as you get up close to it. From here visit one of the regions top geothermal attractions like Craters of the Moon or wander the ‘Hidden Valley’ of Orakei Korako exploring the bubbling mud pools and gushing geysers along some of the largest and most amazing silica terraces in the world.
Take a cruise or kayak out to see Mine Bay Maori Rock Carvings. These 14m high carvings took 4 years to complete and are only accessible by water. And finish off your weekend with a hot soak in hot pools at Debretts Hot Springs, the Wairakei Terraces and Thermal Health Spa or the AC Baths and Thermal Hot Pools.
You Taupo motel accommodation at the Bella Vista is situated on the fringe of the town centre and just a short stroll to go out for dinner, browse the shops or wander along the lakefront at sunset.
And last but not least of our Easter Getaway locations in the North Island, is Rotorua, a place of wealth for Maori history and culture amidst New Zealand’s most lively geothermal area. But let’s not forget that Rotorua is also home to many adventure activities including Rotorua Canopy Tours – an eco-adventure deep in to the forest including a zipline ride that will have the whole family squealing with delight - an experience not to forget!!
Take in a farm show at the Agrodome, see the sheepdogs in action and feed the animals. Kids and adults love the interaction with the cute and cuddly baby animals. At Rainbow Springs the interaction with nature continues as its home to the Kiwi Burrow and the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa, the world's largest kiwi hatchery! Once you’ve finished discovering about the birds and the bugs take a thrill ride on the “Big Splash”.
In the evening make sure that you visit one of the fantastic Maori Cultural Villages and shows and enjoy the return journey back to your Bella Vista Rotorua accommodation.
It's not too late to book now at www.bellavista.co.nz for the best rate and instant availability and secure your Easter break.
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If you are travelling to New Zealand or are a resident Kiwi, there is a good chance you're already aware that New Zealand motels offer a great option for your overnight accommodation needs.
With 27 motels nationwide, Bella Vista is well placed to cater for anyone requiring a motel stay. They are affordable, comfortable and convenient plus in most instances, you will get a better feel for your locality. Whether you stay at Bella Vista Oamaru, Bella Vista Hamilton or Bella Vista Queenstown you will enjoy the hospitality of your Bella Vista host and be assured that each motel is Qualmark endorsed.
Unlike hotels, motels in New Zealand are not big complexes, will not have an on-site restaurant, swimming pool, lobby area, nor different staff for each department. But then you don't have to pay for these extras either! By comparison, Bella Vista Motels will have a welcoming reception area, a convenient carpark, some public spaces such as a garden or BBQ area and guest units within a secure courtyard.
As Bella Vista's are managed by the owners/operator, you will certainly enjoy Bella Vista's genuine kiwi hospitality; a laid back and down to earth style and attitude.
Up to this point, if you have now decided to make a reservation with Bella Vista Accommodation Nationwide, here are 10 light-hearted tips you really should know before you arrive at the motel
1. There's no slippers
Yep. So there it is. We thought we'd get this out of the way first. Bella Vista nor New Zealand motels in general offer complimentary slippers. We understand you're disappointed so do make sure you pack your own.
2. Bella Vista motels are two storeys tall and do not have an elevator
Requests cannot always be guaranteed, but if you'd prefer to be on the ground floor please make sure you book with the motel and place your request directly rather than via a booking websites.
3. Please don't dry your clothes on the heater
Be very careful as it will create a significant safety risk. Covering a heater can cause fire.
4. Leave your luggage in the car
On your arrival, relax and leave your belongings in your car. Save your time and energy so that you only have to carry your luggage once, from your car to your room, after you have checked in.
5. Bella Vista Motel reception is not open 24/7
Bella Vista owner operators live on-site and do go to bed at night. They need their rest to ensure they can be bright and look after you during the day. So if you are going to check-in later than the advertised office hours, please make sure you let your host know.
6. Check-out time is 10 o'clock
For Bella Vista and most motels in New Zealand, check-out time is 10am. You can request a late-check out from your host which may be available.
7. Drying Dishes
In New Zealand we dry the dishes with a tea towel after being washed and then put them back in the cupboard. Just a friendly request not to put wet dishes back in the cupboard!
8. Enjoy an electric blanket
Electric blankets are terrific inventions and it seems that many hotels don't even know they exist. They are particularly useful in winter. Simply turn it on at least an hour before go to bed to get your bed warm and then turn it off once you're in bed before you sleep.
9. Make your own breakfast
Every Bella Vista room features a kettle and toaster, complimentary tea, coffee and milk. So feel free to add some extras and put together a half-decent breakfast before you leave.
10. Be Aware of the T&C's
Terms and Conditions sound so tedious but they are there for a reason. So it is important that you understand them once you have completed your booking. Look specifically for cancellation and amendment policies so you can be sure your booking won't become problematic.
With these tips now safely stored, head to www.bellavista.co.nz and book your next stay.
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Today, Wednesday 7th February is global #bookdirect day. It’s the one day in the calendar year where the hospitality industry including the 27 nationwide Bella Vista Motels would like to remind our valuable customers that you can Book Direct with Bella Vista New Zealand and that you don’t have to book via an Online Travel Agent.
But why Book Direct we hear you cry. Well here’s a few reasons:
1. The Best Price.
Don’t always believe what you read and hear! You will always get a better price booking with your host. It costs them less to receive your booking over the phone, on the Bella Vista website or by email as they don’t have to pay agent commission - so ignore those annoying adverts and visit www.bellavista.co.nz or dial our Freephone reservation number 0800 235 528. Quite often you might even receive a special offer.
Enjoy the most favourable booking conditions with no hassle of having to work through a faceless intermediary. Phone your host and they are going to be more than happy to assist every single time. Surely that has to be better than contacting an offshore call centre and finding out no one really wants to help you amend your booking.
3. Local Knowledge.
Whilst making your reservation, your host will answer all your questions about your stay without hesitation and no doubt offer some friendly advice at the same time. Take your time to pick their brains to make the most of your visit.
4. Secure your favourite room.
By booking direct and talking to your host, you can request your preferred room. Whether it’s a garden view, an upstairs or downstairs studio, make your request and fingers crossed the room is available. This simply isn’t possible to do with an online travel agent.
5. Help is at hand!
Have you ever had a booking with an online travel agent go wrong? Let’s just say the booking engine has a failed and you have booked a room that you think is available when in actual fact it isn’t. It’s not your fault. It’s not the motel or hotels fault but you’re the one left to pick up the pieces. If you want to avoid this disastrous scenario, book direct every time.
6. Book Now, Pay Later.
Secure your booking and pay when you arrive. That’s always going help with the holiday cash-flow
7. Earn Bella Vista Rewards.
Only customers who Book Direct are entitled to collect Bella Vista Rewards. If you Book Direct you will earn 5 points every time you stay which can be saved and then cashed in against a future stay. So booking direct is not only cheaper but we give you something back – how good is that!* *available at participating Bella Vista's only
8. Support the New Zealand economy!
Every time you book via one of these monolithic online travel agents, your money is leaving the country and only a small portion gets returned to your host when you stay. It may be you don’t care whether the government is able to capture it’s GST slice, but why should other countries profit either.
9. Put a smile on your hosts faces.
There is nothing your host will like more than a booking that has come directly to them. You making them happy will in turn increase the likelihood of them making your stay even better!
10. Free Continental Breakfast.
If you Book Direct on the Bella Vista website today, Wednesday 7th February, we’re going to give you a free breakfast when you stay. Just as a little way of saying thanks.
- Visit www.bellavista.co.nz
- Call 0800 235 528
- Email [email protected]
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In the modern digital age, every person travelling with a smartphone, iPad or other device has the opportunity to both read and post reviews and ratings on their overnight experience.
Whether they choose to leave their thoughts and opinions on Trip Advisor, Google, or a booking agent’s website, this very public feedback has guaranteed that New Zealand accommodation standards must remain high and guest expectations are met every time.
The evolution of user-centric feedback is an overwhelmingly positive development for the travel and tourism industry and ensures the general public can be fully informed about their purchasing decision by peers rather than by some clever marketing words or sales pitch. It’s the way things should be.
The digital feedback revolution is something that the Bella Vista Accommodation network fully supports. All positive feedback allows our terrific motel operators to take comfort that they are delivering a great experience. Of course, no motelier wants to receive a poor review but when that does occasionally occur, more often than not, it’s an easy fix and we are able to improve our offer.
One critical point that the customer seems to miss when using peer-to-peer reviews, however, is that these ratings are really only scratching the surface and are simply a superficial overview. Important questions that all New Zealand motels should be able to answer often get left unasked. Those question should include:
- How robust are your health and safety policies and practices?
- What does your businesses environmental footprint look like?
- Do you engage and give back to your local community ?
- Do you have an emergency plan to ensure I can rely on you in the unlikely event of a natural disaster?
- What do your cleaning schedules and systems look like and do they meet not just international standards by my standards?
This is where Quality really comes into the equation of deciding where you want to stay. In Bella Vista’s opinion, only accommodation operators who have been audited by a recognisable external and independent organisation can really promote their accommodation business with any kind of credible quality or star rating.
Bella Vista works closely with Qualmark, New Zealand’s official quality assurance
organisation who provide a trusted guide to quality travel experiences in New Zealand. Qualmark's business advisors visit Bella Vista motels at least once a year ensuring we
are checked against best- practise operating standards and the optimum customer
solid processes as audited by Qualmark result in a better product. Furthermore, research
shows that an identifiable mark of quality is an important deciding factor when customer’s
etermine where they book. Certainly, any motel promoting itself as ‘self-rated’ does not
provide the necessary credibility any guest to New Zealand deserves.
From 4 Star rated Bella Vista Queenstown in the south to 4.5 Star rated Bella Vista Whangarei in the north, Bella Vista takes pride in the fact that we are the only motel chain in New Zealand that is Qualmark endorsed across each of our 27 comfortable and convenient locations.
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It’s shaping up to be a fantastic summer especially if the forecast outlook of higher than normal temperatures across the country stays on course. New Zealand beach holidays here we come!
Bella Vista has a range of motel accommodation throughout New Zealand that is ideal for your holiday at the beach. Whether you are travelling as a couple or a family, Bella Vista offers a range of rooms to meet your needs. Being centrally located they are close to restaurants and shops and many are just a short walk from the water’s edge or a short drive to explore beaches further afield.
Dream up images of sea, jandals, ice-cream, BBQ’s, waves, sand, fishing, sundowners, surfing, long walks along the beach, sandcastles, crabs, chilly bins, rock-pools, togs and of course lots of laughter!
Our Whangarei accommodation is a perfect base to explore the beaches of Northland. The beautiful coastline is only a short drive away and features remote coves, dramatic headland, off-shore islands and world class diving at the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve, with popular safe swimming, good surf breaks and plentiful fishing.
Taranaki is one of New Zealand’s best surf regions and our New Plymouth motel is ideally situated just a few minutes’ stroll to the fabulous coastal walkway track. The track stretches 12.7km along the picturesque coastline offering spectacular views, beaches and rock pools, outdoor art displays such as the iconic Wind Wand or the Te Rewa Rewa bridge, playgrounds and of course coffee stops! Beaches such as Fitzroy and Back Beach are near the town and the Bella Vista New Plymouth Motel have bikes on offer for you to get out and explore. Or you can cruise Surf Highway 45 visiting other top spots or book yourself a surf lesson with a local expert. Also head out to Sugar Loaf Marine Park, home to seals, seabirds and other marine life. You can snorkel, dive, swim, kayak or take a tour.
Gisborne is the ultimate summer beach destination, it’s the gateway city to exploring the beaches of the East Coast of the North Island, it’s the first city to see the morning sun, boasts world-famous award-winning wines and fantastic surf beaches.
Enjoy the convenience of your Gisborne motel accommodation with the Bella Vista Gisborne which is situated only minutes from the airport and the beautiful sandy beaches with plenty of off-street parking and an easy walk to town centre. There are many attractions in the area to discover such as Dive Tatapouri where you can interact and get up close to Stingray, Yellowtail Kingfish, Crayfish, Trevally, Kahawai and even Octopus.
After a day playing on the beachhead to the natural hot pools at Morere Springs Scenic Reserve for a rejuvenating soak in the mineralised waters. They are popular with the locals and off-the-beaten-track just a 330-minute drive from Gisborne.
Exploring further afield you have the beautiful wild Mahia Peninsular, a hilly promontory with sandy coves, rocky bays, long golden beaches which attracts many visitors to outdoor sports and walking tracks. Only 45 minutes from Gisborne is Tolaga Bay, a small seaside town famous for its 660-metre historic wharf, a great place to dangle your fishing rod. Here you can take a picnic and stroll along the Cooks Cove Walkway to where in 1769, Captain Cook halted to repair his ship, the Endeavour, and take on fresh supplies. Once you reach the cove you can explore the hole-in-the-wall.
Napier and Wellington are also good spots for some summer fun. Our Napier motel is located just minutes from the waterfront and Marine Parade, which includes a boardwalk, skate park, the National Aquarium of New Zealand, sunken gardens, Ocean Spa Swimming Complex, Mini Golf and not to forget a fantastic ice-cream shop. Whilst our Bella Vista accommodation in Wellington is perfectly situated in Evans Bay, only a few minutes’ walk to restaurants and 5 minutes’ drive to beaches such as Oriental Bay, Wellington’s own slice of beach paradise close to the CBD and other attractions.
Nelson is the oldest city in the South Island. It’s a mecca for artists and craftsmen, has a perfect climate for growing grapes and faces Tasman Bay. The Bella Vista Nelson motel is located on Tahunanui Drive, just a short stroll from Nelson’s famous Tahuna Beach, great for swimming, windsurfing, jogging, walking, sun worshipping and general holiday making. And plenty of fun can be had at the Tahunanui Fun Park – hydroslide, bumpa boats and mini golf – along with other attractions at Tahunanui beach offering loads of sunshine entertainment.
The Abel Tasman National Park is on Nelson’s doorstep offering hiking, kayaking and cruising along its sheltered coastline with crystal clear turquoise waters. Home to the Tonga Island Marine Reserve and the Abel Tasman Coast Track, one of New Zealand’s “9 Great Walks”, the environment is yours to enjoy!
Don't delay, book your Bella Vista beach holiday today. Call 0800 235 528.
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Who’s planning to get away this spring or summer? A weekend break or maybe that long awaited and talked about road trip around New Zealand! Our Bella Vista Motel accommodation will be the perfect match for your spring break or summer vacation. Check out these reasons why staying with Bella Vista is a great choice.
With over 27 locations nationwide Bella Vista has welcomed visitors from right across New Zealand and the world. Whilst Bella Vista has been open for business, we have established a strong reputation for convenience and quality becoming a preferred choice enabling tourists to visit New Zealand’s beautiful scenic locations and by offering a quality overnight stop along the way. Be reassured by the familiarity and consistency of our distinctive design and quality of service! Trust Bella Vista because you know what to expect - it's like a home away from home.
The geographic spread of the Bella Vista chain throughout New Zealand ensures that not only do most major towns and cities feature Bella Vista motels, such as Bella Vista Wellington, New Plymouth or Bella Vista Christchurch but so do popular tourist destinations such as Bella Vista Franz Josef and Bella Vista Queenstown. Even locations which you wouldn't necessarily consider first time as a destination offer a great overnight option such as Bella Vista Mosgiel, Palmerston North Bella Vista or Ashburton Bella Vista. All our motels are conveniently placed in central locations, close to local amenities, and with free car parking on-site for all guests making it easy to unpack for your stay and come and go as you please to explore the local attractions.
Each property has a choice of several room types to suit your needs or budget, from singles, couples and families. All rooms come equipped with kitchenette, ensuite bathrooms, television with a range of channels and free wifi. Most of our motels also have a BBQ area for you to crank that summer sausage sizzle and relax into the summer evenings with a well-deserved glass of wine.
Your friendly Kiwi hosts live on-site offering a safe and secure accommodation option and peace of mind. All Bella Vista motels also offer additional services like guest laundry, continental breakfast and luggage storage. A travel booking service is available and your hosts can offer local knowledge and tips to make your stay more enjoyable. Your hosts will happily book your onward journey to ensure you can stay at your preferred New Zealand accommodation option.
What is certain is if you have stayed at every 27 Bella Vista’s or even just a small handful - whether it is for accommodation in Hamilton, Napier accommodation or accommodation in Fox Glacier to name just three destinations, you are going to experience a four star Qualmark endorsed level of comfort and be entertained by some of New Zealand’s very best hosts.
Having flexibility with your accommodation reservation process can also make your travel planning for this summer a lot less stressful. A tempting option when booking on the Bella Vista website is the convenience of our Book Now, Pay Later offers, which allows you to make your booking and only pay when you arrive at your motel. Another good deal when booking direct is our Best Price Guarantee deal. Refer to our Best Price Guarantee page to find out more and how to take advantage of this offer only available at bellavista.co.nz.
At Bella Vista we understand how to meet our customers’ expectations every day, are proud to offer a high-quality standard of accommodation, facilities and service at competitive pricing and delighted to provide genuine kiwi hospitality at every one of our 27 motels nationwide.
So book now at www.bellavista.co.nz and get your spring and summer off to a cracking start.
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Spring has arrived and there is a buzz in the air. From the twittering of the birds to longer daylight hours it's a terrific time of year. And it’s always exciting when the daffodils come into flower to brighten up our days!
Spring is a time of rejuvenation, to brush off those winter cobwebs and excite the senses with the sounds and sights that springtime offers. It’s also a great time to get away before the crowds of the high summer season. With 27 locations, the Bella Vista accommodation network are all conveniently placed close to local amenities and attractions, have rooms to suit couples and families, and include free car parking and free wifi.
So, pack your suitcase and discover and experience some of these destinations that are perfect for your spring break.
Spring Skiing in Wanaka
Wanaka in spring is wonderful, from the sparkling lake to the glistening snow there is so much on offer to explore. With longer days and more settled weather, you can also enjoy it at a more relaxed pace as spring is generally a quieter time.
Spring skiing is Wanaka’s best-kept secret. The slopes are quieter, the lift queues shorter and you may even get to ski in a t-shirt! Check out Cardrona Ski Field as it also extends its last chair till 5pm. Combine this with the many biking or walking trails, 4x4 farm adventures, scenic flights, indoor rock climbing, activities on the lake, jet boating on beautiful rivers, picnics at fantastic parks, whiling away your time drinking coffee or eating ice-cream along the llakefrontor by indulging in a rejuvenating spa treatment at the luxurious Sanctuary Day Spa.
Bella Vista Wanaka is located just 150 metres from the lakefront and is a great Wanaka accommodation option just a one-minute walk to shops, restaurants, galleries and wine bars - you couldn't ask for a better location and your hosts will gladly offer local advice and help you organise any of the many attractions.
The nesting of the Gannets in Napier
The Hawkes Bay is an area that embraces spring with its many blooms and delightful spring festivals. Our Bella Vista motel in Napier, is in a central CBD location, opposite the RSA Napier, four minutes' walk from town and only a matter of metres away is Marine Parade which fronts onto a sweeping stretch of the Pacific Ocean. From your Bella Vista accommodation, you can stroll along the boardwalk and enjoy the playgrounds, aquarium, hot pools, coffee stops and a great little ice cream shop. The Marine Parade is a show of colour in spring with many blooming spring flowers bringing the promenade to life during this time of year. The Marina Parade Garden, the Sound Shell flower beds and Sunken Garden all add a rich array of colour that are lovely to walk around and delight in.
Spring in New Zealand is also ‘waterfall season’ - a time to get out and explore our local waterfalls at their peak. Shine Falls, located about an hour’s drive from Napier, are stunning; up with the best in NZ and are a great day out. Pack a picnic lunch as it’s a 35 – 40 minute walk in to the falls across farmland and bush. Bring your togs and towel if the weather is favourable.
Of course, Hawkes Bay is also famed for its many vineyards and with its warmer climate many hours can be spent in the wineries wine tasting and dining on the regions fresh produce. But another attraction not to be missed in spring is a trip out to Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony - the world's largest, most accessible Gannet nesting place. The season opens in spring with the birds returning from their winter escape to build their nests ready for the arrival of their chicks during December and January. Trips can be taken by 4WD adventure tour, helicopter safari, tractor and trailer along the beach or you can check out the tide times and do the 10km hike yourself. It’s a chance to get within a few feet of the colony at top of the Cape’s sheer and barren cliffs.
Talk to your friendly hosts at your Bella Vista Motel Napier and they will provide you with some great tips to ensure you enjoy your day out.
Hamilton in Bloom
Within 2 hours drive of Auckland is the city of Hamilton, renowned for its gardens, cafes, Maori culture, walks, nightlife and sporting events. It’s located on the banks of the mighty Waikato River and the Bella Vista Hamilton is a great base to explore springtime Hamilton and the wider Waikato region. There are several walking tracks and cycle trails to explore or try one of the many activities on the river from fishing to boat cruises or kayaking. Just remember to pack a raincoat in case of the odd spring shower!
Spring is always a wonderful time to visit gardens and Hamilton Gardens is among the best in the world with an abundance of colour, birdlife and butterflies. You will be guided on a journey of discovery as you explore over 20 themed gardens from the Italian Renaissance Garden to the grandeur of the Indian Char Bagh (‘four quartered’) Garden.
If you are a Tolkien fan then a visit to the Hobbiton Film Set is glorious in spring with its lush pastures of the Shire and the enchanting bluebells and Middle-earth gardens which are in full flower. Only 45 minutes away if you want to self-drive or you can book a tour package including return trip from you Bella Vista Hamilton accommodation.
10 minutes north of Hamilton is the Zealong Tea Estate is New Zealand’s only tea plantation and home to the world’s purest tea. A guided tour is a fantastic option if you want to experience tea picking, tasting, a tea ceremony or their famous signature high tea.
Waterfalls are scattered throughout the region, from the spectacular 55m high Bridal Veil Falls near Raglan to the Wairere Falls, the highest waterfall in the North Island, near Matamata. These hidden gems are well worth the visit in spring.
As far as accommodation in Hamilton or Hamilton motels specifically, Bella Vista will meet your every need. The motel offers a great selection of rooms set within a secure courtyard with ample car-parking and free WiFi. Li and Rowena will offer you a warm Waikato welcome and be happy to host you.
Wherever you decide to go to get away this spring, Bella Vista has got 27 excellent placed motels offering plenty to see and do!
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When these cold temperatures head our way there is nothing quite like soaking our bodies in a heaven sent hot pool. Easing away all our aches and pains and taking some time out to relax from our busy lives.
We’ve searched high and low to put together our pick of the top ten hot pools in New Zealand using the best recommendations of our Bella Vista moteliers. For all you need to know of the best places to soak, where to stay and how to get there – take a read below!
Kerosene Creek – Rotorua/Taupo
We’re going to let you in on a bit of a secret with this one, located on the road between Rotorua and Taupo is a very special place – Kerosene Creek. To get there head south from Rotorua, about 0.5km past the Murupara turnoff is Old Waiotapu Rd, it’s approximately 2.2km down this road.
Waiting for you when you arrive is an unbelievable hot springs experience, a basic corrugated iron shed has been built to accommodate bathers changing and once you’re all sorted you’ll jump into a natural hot pool in a surreal bush setting. It doesn't get much better than this, so relax and take in the raw back country beauty of this little gem.
When heading to Kerosene Creek, take your pick of either our Taupo accommodation or Rotorua motel accommodation. Or perhaps make a weekend out of it book into both! Check out Bella Vista Motel Taupo and Rotorua Bella Vista for some fantastic deals.
Polynesian Spa – Rotorua
Treat yourself to some luxury and indulgence at Polynesian Spa. Two natural springs feed into the 28 hot mineral pools at Polynesian Spa. Allow the thermal properties of this water to work its wonder on your skin, aching muscles and body.
This is also the place to go for a spot of pampering, with the Polynesian Spa offering a comprehensive spa therapy menu including geothermal mud wraps, massages, facials. Take some time to unwind and let Polynesian Spa work its magic.
Book into Bella Vista Motel Rotorua when you’re thinking of visiting the Polynesian Spa, its central location sees you only 7 minutes from the spa complex.
AC Baths – Taupo
This one is ideal for the whole family, in fact, AC Baths are almost a rite of passage for kiwi kids young and old. AC Baths offers an awesome all-weather, family-friendly pool complex. There are hours of fun to be had with a large outdoor pool, two toddler areas, two 25-metre lane pools, an indoor learn to swim pool, two hydroslides, a Tarzan swing, four private thermal mineral pools, a sauna and a delicious café. All of the pools in the complex are thermally heated using natural hot water. It’s a wonderful day out for all, so put this one on the to-do list for sure.
The perfect place to book your Taupo motel is Bella Vista Taupo, it’s an easy 4 minute drive to the AC baths and wonderfully central to Taupo activities and dining.
Te Aroha Mineral Springs – Te Aroha
The waters of Te Aroha have played a famous role in health and healing for over 100 years. The mineral spring flowing from beneath Mt Te Aroha provides the source to these magical hot springs, and this relatively unknown hot pools complex offers a quieter, more intimate soak. The mineral salts in the natural spring water are therapeutic, and for bathing, you have the choice of porcelain claw-foot baths or one of the many traditional wooden tubs. If you have a special occasion check out the romance packages, massages and beauty therapy treatments are available here.
Staying at Bella Vista Hamilton allows you to make a day trip out of a visit to Te Aroha Mineral Springs, pack a picnic and be there in less than an hours driving. Bella Vista Motel Hamilton offers a superb choice, positioned slightly out of the CBD in a quiet neighbourhood.
Glacier Hot Pools – Franz Josef Glacier
If you’re looking for something that’s next level memorable, you’ll need to visit the Glacier Hot Pools in Franz Josef Glacier. This has to be one of the most unique hot pool experiences you can get, set in a rainforest on New Zealand’s West Coast these pools are a haven of tranquillity. Three pools weave their way through the lush forest where nature has set the temperature between 36 – 40 degrees centigrade. Buy a single entry or a day long pass depending on your mood and head along to discover Te Puna Mahaki – The pool of calmness, Te Puna Makoha – The pool of tranquillity and Te Puna Marino – The pool of serenity, all named by the local Maori tribe.
Bella Vista offers two great options in this part of the world - the wonderful Franz Josef accommodation just a short stroll from the hot pools and Fox Glacier accommodation if you want to be based further south. Try either Bella Vista Franz Josef or Bella Vista Fox Glacier and book your home away from home.
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa
People come from near and far to relax in this beautiful setting. Take some time to appreciate the views around you, as every which way you turn it’s postcard like mountains or native forest. Hanmer is the epitome of relaxation and these pools go a long way to contribute to this. There’s something for everyone here with private pools, rock pools, sulphur pools, kids pools, hydroslides, you name it!! The natural beauty of this location allows you to escape from reality and enjoy the healing waters of these pools.
When you’re on the lookout for Hanmer Springs accommodation, book into the Qualmark 4 star rated Bella Vista Motel Hanmer Springs for an exceptional stay - it's as good as any Hanmer Springs hotels!
Morere Hot Springs – Gisborne
Soaking in the heated ancient seawaters of Morere Hot Springs is something pretty magical. Set amongst 364 hectares of lush rainforest, the hot springs are piped to a series of private and public pools for all to enjoy. Therapeutic, medicinal and unforgettable, make sure you BYO BBQ food to make a day of it and don’t forget to try out the spectacular rainforest walks in the area when you need a break from the water.
When looking Gisborne motels, our recommendation is the friendly and welcoming Bella Vista Motel Gisborne - a very highly rated Gisborne accommodation option.
Onsen Hot pools – Queenstown
Queenstown has exceeded itself yet again with an out of this world hot pools facility in a breathtaking location, with views out over the Shotover River Canyon. You’ll find true relaxation calling, as you take a break from the hustle bustle of exploring and partaking in Queenstown adventures, or perhaps it’s an evening trip to the pools after a day skiing on the Queenstown mountains. The cedar hot tubs at Onsen each comfortably seat four people, and once you’re in you’ll not want to get out ever again! Don’t forget to book in advance for this one to ensure you don’t miss out.
There are many Queenstown accommodation options; if you’re looking for one that’s central to town and highly ranked on Trip Advisor, Bella Vista Queenstown is for you.
Ngawha Springs Hot Pools – Kaikohe
Another well-kept secret that only a few are privy to is the tranquil Ngawha Springs in the Northland region. Located in an area rich in culture, kind locals and peaceful surroundings, the hot springs in this area are top notches. Slightly acidic and rich in ammonia, bicarbonate, boron and mercury (which is not typical of other springs in New Zealand) every one of the 15 pools is sourced by an individual spring, dictating its own temperature (some hot, some cold). The pools also vary in colour and clarity, determined by the mineral composition and individual underground source. When one of the pools is called ‘The Doctor’ you get a real understanding of the health and well-being properties available here.
If you book in and stay at Bella Vista Whangarei you can be changed and sit in one of the Ngawha Springs Hot Pools in just over an hour.
Maruia Hot Springs – Lewis Pass
As far as boutique hot pools are concerned, this one’s got it in the bag. Utilising the 100% pure geothermal spring water of the area and generating all of their own hydro-power, the mind and body will slip away into utter relaxation. Maruia offers views of the surrounding Southern Alps and an eco-wellness experience like no other. With 19 Wellness Stations situated across both the indoor and outdoor areas to enjoy, for a complete ‘wellness journey’ allow at least 2.5 hours.
Take your pick of Bella Vista accommodation options for a visit to Mauia Hot Springs – Bella Vista Nelson, Bella Vista Christchurch, Bella Vista Hanmer Springs or Bella Vista Greymouth are all within driving distance.
For further information about hot springs and thermal pools refer to a terrific website called NZ Hot Pools which we found. It offers smart facts about every hot pool and thermal spring in the country. Or check out our latest video update below.
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This was certainly a hard task to undertake...Seek out some fabulous spots for lunching in Napier and the Hawke’s Bay Region. We certainly didn’t need to be asked twice!
Before the boss could blink; bags were packed, wine maps were downloaded and we were heading to one of the most beautiful places on earth – The Bay.
Being the oldest and second largest wine region in New Zealand you know you’re in for a quality wine experience when visiting Hawke’s Bay. For lovers of Merlot Cabernet blends, Syrah and Chardonnay, you’ll struggle to find many better, and those more partial to the other varietals there is certainly an abundance on offer. But alas, this task was to share some of our top lunch spots - so it’s not all swirl and spit I promise!
Whilst we were spoilt for choice, with 72 wineries in the region, as the title states we identified five that really stood out to us. We were looking for: beautiful presentation, quality local and fresh produce & foods, gorgeous taste combinations, and fabulous locations. Here’s what we came up with:
We had to start with the winner of the Hospitality Awards Hawke's Bay 2016 Outstanding Winery Restaurant, Mission Estate. Located in the Taradale hills, the views over Napier city and beyond will blow your mind. The building, its location and the overall feel are pretty hard to beat and so was the food.
Eating lunch on the outdoor dining terrace was one of the highlights of our trip with the waiting staff all trained to provide the best wine match option for each dish on the menu, it really is a winery sent from heaven.
Needing to be wowed? Then Elephant Hill is just the winery to do it. With a setting amongst the vines on the Te Awanga coast, the views of the Pacific Ocean and the Kidnapper Cliffs will quite simply take your breath away. Think fine dining with a truly inspired menu, Elephant Hill will not disappoint if you are looking for something really special.
Lunch was casual, relaxed and eaten out on the courtyard under a canopy of grapes. The menu, as promised was light, fresh and delicious, using locally sourced food and produce. Black Barn stole our hearts, so much so we really didn’t want to leave. There’s something here for everyone including those stopping for coffee or nibbling from the small bites menu.
With a nod towards the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours, lunch at Te Awa is all about the experience. Sharing dishes (allowing you just the right amount of many delicious options) is the perfect way to enjoy a long Sunday lunch with friends and family, with small plates, large plates, garden plates and charcuterie boards on offer. Te Awa was a memorable occasion and seated outdoors it is a great option if dining with kids.
The fact each dish from entrée through to dessert came with a suggested wine match, we knew we’d found the right place. Making the most of their kitchen garden and potager, the food was fresh, honest and tasted divine. I can confidently suggest the fish was the best I’ve ever eaten.
The ideal spot for accommodation while checking out the Hawke’s Bay wineries is in Napier. With the restaurants, cafes, shopping, and art deco right on your doorstep. It makes it all so easy.
Bella Vista Motel Napier is a great Napier accommodation option, conveniently located on Hastings Street, which runs parallel to Marine Parade. They have plenty of safe parking, so you can leave your car and cycle or wine taxi around the vineyards. It’s time to get out there and experience all that the Hawke’s Bay wineries have to offer – we did and we loved it! Thanks, Bella Vista Napier for hosting us.
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Founded in 1998, the Bella Vista Accommodation Network quickly spread across the country creating a comprehensive motel chain of 27 quality motels from Bella Vista Invercargill in the scenic south to Bella Vista Whangarei in the winter-less north.
Over the following 18 years, tens of thousands of guest nights and a good number of hearty breakfasts delivered, Bella Vista motels have welcomed visitors from right across New Zealand and the world. Whilst Bella Vista has been open for business, it has forged a strong reputation for convenience and quality becoming a preferred choice enabling tourists to visit New Zealand’s beautiful scenic locations, facilitating business travellers a convenient place to stay when criss-crossing the country for work and in all cases, a trusted overnight stop.
Whilst the Bella Vista story continues to unfold, a question was recently asked which stopped us dead in our tracks; “Has anyone stayed at all 27 Bella Vista motels?” A quick delve into our records was unable to offer any conclusive results. Even a poll amongst the Bella Vista team came up short. The record for the most Bella Vista motels stayed in by any one individual was 24. Only 24, that can’t be right!! As you can imagine, we’re now on the hunt for anyone who can claim to be part of what we imagine is a very exclusive group. Have you stayed at all 27 Bella Vista’s?
The geographic spread of the Bella Vista chain ensures that not only do most major New Zealand towns and cities feature properties, such as Bella Vista Christchurch or Bella Vista Dunedin, but so do popular tourist destinations such as Bella Vista Franz Josef and Bella Vista Queenstown. Do you travel for work and have decided to use our chain to cater for your accommodation? Perhaps you’ve decided to undertake a New Zealand road-trip similar to these itineraries and whilst touring, you have used our motel accommodation network? Possibly a mixture of both work and pleasure at different times?
What is certain is if you have stayed at every 27 or even just a small handful - whether it is Bella Vista Hamilton, Bella Vista Queenstown or Bella Vista Fox Glacier to name just three, you are going to experience a four star Qualmark endorsed level of comfort and be entertained by some of New Zealand’s very best hosts.
So tell us, how many Bella Vista motels have you stayed at? With 27 in the network it takes a certain type of loyalty and commitment to tick them all off.
If you have stayed at all 27, we want to hear from you!
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Apartment is nicely decorated especially washroom is very clean. Staff are very nice and helpful, with welcome/everynight/anytime snack bar and drink. Main door will be set with password lock at night. Location is good, near to MRT station and night market.

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Impact of COVID-19 on the Hospitality Industry - Cushman & Wakefield Shares Report
At the end of March 2020, the weekly hotel load in Georgia decreased by 86% compared to the same period in 2019, according to a report by Cushman & Wakefield, a real estate market consulting firm.
As we read in the report, COVID-19 caused special damage to the hotel sector. According to the STR (Travel Research Organization), more than 41,000 hotels in the EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa) region have been shut down so far. Of these, about 40,000 hotels were closed in European countries, including Georgia. Hotel loading has been declining since February. According to STR, the number of rooms booked in Asia, the Pacific and European hotels at the end of March 2020 was 32.4%, 37.7% and 22% of the number of rooms booked in the same period in 2019, respectively.
"In Georgia, at the end of March, the weekly hotel load rate decreased by 86% compared to the same period in 2019," the report reads.
According to a report by Cushman & Wakefield, RevPAR revenue from one hotel room has also declined in European hotels. Since March 16, annual RevPAR in European countries has fallen by 87.68%. In Tbilisi hotels, the income of one room has been reduced by 88%.


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From sights from Charles Dickens` classics, prehistoric stone circles & the bells of Notre Dame, to the playground of Marie Antoinette & the vistas of Van Gogh, this customizable journey showcases 3 of Europe`s most historic cities. Behold the magic of the capitals of England, France & the Netherlands through a fusion of private & shared guided tours. Visit elegant Bath, witness mystical Stonehenge, tour magnificent Windsor Castle & ride a double decker bus through the streets of London. Behold the opulence of ages past at Versailles. Treat your eyes during a tour of a diamond factory, Holland`s famous flower auction & a traditional pottery factory.
Featuring elegant 4* hotels, 1st class rail transfers & more. Bon Voyage.
Meet your driver at Heathrow airport, and take a private transfer to your hotel.
A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip.
The London Underground, or ‘the tube’ as it is universally known to Londoners, is normally the quickest and easiest way of getting round London. Greater London is served by 12 tube lines, along with the independent (though linked) and privately owned DLR and an interconnected rail network. The first tube train operates at around 5:30am Monday to Saturday and around 7am Sunday; the last train leaves between 11:30pm and 12:30am depending on the day, the station and the line. Remember that any train heading from left to right on the map is designated as eastbound, and any train heading from top to bottom is southbound- no matter how many squiggles and turns it makes. If your two stations are not on the same line, you need to note the nearest station where the two lines intersect, and it is here that you must change trains. Step out into this fantastic city and explore with your travel card - the best way to see London!
The Audley pub is a traditional English pub located in the heart of Mayfair on the corner of Mount Street and South Audley Street. The pub is spread over three floors. These include a wine bar, main bar and dining room. The range of drinks in the pub includes cask ale and an extensive wine list as well as a great range of soft drinks and coffees. With fabulous British food to accompany the drinks, you can relax at this Taylor Walker pub over classics such as hand battered cod, chips and mushy or garden peas, traditional British recipe bangers & mash or a roast of the day seven days a week. The Audley pub food is freshly prepared and includes all your British favourites.
The Marylebone Hotel (4*) is just a short walk from Oxford Circus, Soho, fashionable Bond Street, Hyde Park and the new Abercrombie & Fitch store on Savile Row. The Marylebone Hotel is centrally located in trendy Marylebone village. The restyled rooms have free high-speed internet, Temple Spa toiletries, flat-screen TVs and duck-down duvets. ONE 08 Marylebone Lane bar and restaurant serves modern cuisine with many ingredients from local suppliers. To unwind, try the health club’s 16-metre swimming pool or the gym, spa, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and dance studio.
Ride on a London open-top sightseeing bus where youll get a birds eye view of this majestic City! Your hop-on hop-off ticket allows you the freedom to leave and re-join the bus as often as you like over a 24-hour period - departures are every 5-15 minutes all day until late evening. The best thing about this tour is you have total flexibility to plan your day the way YOU choose, as well as taking in all the main sights from the top deck of a London bus, including St Pauls Cathedral, the spine-chilling Tower of London, Big Ben, the Gothic Houses of Parliament, the Queens residence Buckingham Palace, the exclusive Belgravia district, Hyde Park, the lively Speakers Corner, Marble Arch, Harrods and its sumptuous Food Halls, the Royal Albert Hall, Baker Street home of Sherlock Holmes, Madame Tussauds and plenty more besides! Choose from 3 main routes covering all the main sights of London - you can either listen to the informative and entertaining recorded commentary provided through your own headsets to keep, or listen to London live, with a live Guide pointing out the main sights to you, telling you all the history, titbits and quirky stories about London. Enjoy your day!
Tube Stop: Hampstead. Sprawling Hampstead Heath, with its rolling woodlands and meadows, feels like a million miles away- well approximately four- from the city of London. It covers 320 hectares, most of it woods, hills and meadows, and is home to about 100 bird species. It’s a wonderful place for a nice walk, and you can follow in the footsteps of luminaries such as the poets Coleridge, Keats and Pop as well as painters Hogarth and Constable who all lived around here. Constable studied the clouds and skies above Hampstead Heath, painting more than 100 ‘skyscapes’ that he would later match subjects in his most famous paintings.
If walking is too pedestrian for you, sections of the heath area are laid out for football and cricket. Walk up Parliament Hill or the hill in North Wood, an on a clear day you’ll be able to see all the way to Canary Wharf and the Docklands. Those of an artistic bent should make a beeline to Kenwood House but stop to admire the sculptures by Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth on the way. If you work up a thirst, there’s no better place to quench it than at the atmospheric- and possibly haunted- Spaniard’s Inn which has fascinating history and a terrific beer garden.
Consider any number of shared or private tours such as a guided tour of the TATE modern museum, a city highlights tour, a hop on hop off city tour taking you to all of the main sights within the city and allowing you to get on and off as often as you like. For activities further afield, consider a day trip to Oxford and Blenheim palace or Windsor, Stonehenge and Bath. Please speak to your Sales Advisor if you would like more information on optional tours and activities that you could add to your itinerary.
There are some great restaurants in the West End of London.Here are a few suggestions: J Sheekey, an incredibly smart seafood restaurant, Mildred's, London's best veggie restaurant, Sketch, the trendiest place in London, specializing in some of the best french food you'll ever taste, or for those looking for something simple and cheerful, enjoy a nice meal out at Zipangu. Or try the amazingly stylish Corrigan’s Mayfair http://www.corrigansmayfair.co.uk
Spend the day outside of London a shared guided tour taking in the magnificent Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Bath. Built high above the River Thames, Windsor Castle has been home to the Royal Family for 900 years and is still an Official Residence of the Queen. We visit the magnificent State Apartments*, still used for State occasions and Royal receptions. Take some time to explore the castle grounds and the fourteenth-century St. George's Chapel, one of the most beautiful examples of medieval church architecture in England and a burial place of kings and queens, including Henry VIII and his third wife Jane Seymour.
Clouded in mystery, the ancient stone circle of Stonehenge is an amazing feat of engineering and the most important prehistoric site in England, but beyond its archaeological significance and possible astronomical role, Stonehenge is also a place of spiritual importance. Early legends link it with Merlin and King Arthur, but over the last hundred years the midsummer sunrise has attracted pagan groups and followers of the Ancient Order of Druids.
We also visit the beautiful Georgian City of Bath and take you on a panoramic tour of some of the finest architectural sights in Europe, including Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent, the Circus, Assembly Rooms and the famous Pulteney Bridge. Explore the Roman Baths, built around thermal springs, which have been supplying water for over 2,000 years. In Roman times a great Temple was built next to the sacred spring - the waters were believed to have healing properties and attracted visitors from across the Roman Empire.
Consider having dinner this evening in the George Inn. Dating from the 17th century, this public house is London's last remaining galleried inn. It stands on the south side of the River Thames near London Bridge, which for centuries was the only bridge across the river. In olden days it was one of many such inns in the area, perhaps the most famous being the Tabard, where Chaucer began his 'Canterbury Tales' in 1388. It is tucked away in a cobbled courtyard just off Borough High Street. The exterior boasts a wealth of pretty lattice windows and oak beams. As for teh interior, the ground floor is divided into several connecting bars while the Parliament Bar was the former waiting room for coachmen and passengers and has a rare Parliament clock. The Middle Bar was the Coffee Room, a haunt of Charles Dickens.
Meet your driver for a private train station transfer in London.
Enjoy the Eurostar train from London to Paris. The train ride takes approximatelly 2.5 hours.
Take a private train station transfer with a private vehicle and English speaking driver.
A welcome package with your vouchers, and itinerary, city map(s) and train tickets (where relevant) and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip.
Enjoy dinner at leisure. Here are a few suggestions; In the Latin Quarter (5th): Le Petit Pontoise bistro, 9 Rue Pontoise (Metro: Maubert Mutualite) Tel: 0143292520.This restaurant is nestled in a discreet and quite street, 10 minutes walk from Notre Dame Cathedral. Reservation for the dinner is recommended. By the Arc de Triomph and Parc Monceau (17th): Chez Les Anges, Paris, 54 Boulevard de La Tour-Maubourg (Metro: La Tour-Maubourg). Tel: 01 47 05 89 86. Cool jazz on the sound system, a sunny veranda, and a cool, modern bar. This is pure market cuisine, the daily changing menu punctuated by fabulous wild fish, wild mushrooms, and seasonal game. Closed Sat. & Sun. In the Trocadero area (16th): Astrance, Paris. 4 Rue Beethoven (Metro: Passy). Tel: 01 40 50 84 40. For fashionable foodies, a meal at this small, split-level dining room with silver-painted walls on a quiet residential street near the Trocadero is guaranteed Nirvana. Book a month in advance. Closed Sat. Sun. & Mon.
Just a few yards from the Opéra Garnier, l'Olympia, cinemas and department stores, the Grand Café Capucines stands in a magical spot. This institution of Parisian life never closes its doors and draws patrons in with its luxurious and romantic décor (signed by Garcia) and its magnificent Art Deco glass ceiling. Whether it is midday or midnight, allow yourself to be enticed by the wide selection of seafood or one of the chef’s specialities: the house terrine of duck foie gras, lightly spiced golden langoustines or veal kidneys flambéed in Port... not forgetting the fine patisseries which can be enjoyed after your meal or at tea time. Meal not included, and paid locally.
Hotel Luxembourg (4*) just a 5-minute walk from the Luxembourg Gardens, Villa Luxembourg is ideally located for exploring Paris. Resolutely modern, the Villa Luxembourg offers a perfect compromise between the services of a residence and those of a luxury hotel. The large façade windows, which open up on the boulevard du Montparnasse, allow the rooms of the residence to be bathed in brightness. And, because they are all equipped with small kitchens, you can choose between going out to the restaurant and dining at home in an intimate setting.
Discover Versailles Palace, the symbol of France's grandeur during the reign of the Sun King, Louis XIV. Leave Paris by the western districts of the city and follow the Normandy motorway as far as Versailles in a luxury air conditioned coach. Your guide will take you straight in without standing in line and lead you through the most beautiful rooms including the Royal Apartments, the Hall of Mirrors and the Queen’s private Apartment. Then enjoy some free time to explore the palace gardens. This tour has a central pick up and drop off point in the centre of Paris and hotel pick up and/or drop off is not provided. Includes: entrance to Versailles Palace, authorisation fees for guided visits, a multilingual guide with individual earphones. Please note that shared tours can have up to approx. 50 people (depending on the number of people that have signed up for the tour on the particular day, and are carried out in a number of languages). Note: from April 2nd to October 29th, the entrance fees to the gardens are NOT INCLUDED: - On "MUSICAL FOUNTAIN DISPLAY" days ( Saturdays and Sundays, Tuesdays from May 21st to June 25th + May 8th + May 9th + August 15th)- On "MUSICAL GARDENS" days (Tuesdays from April 2nd to May 14th and from July 2nd to October 29th), on bank holidays.
Just a short distance from the Church of St Germain-des-Prés, this jewel of the Art Nouveau style combines tradition with modernity. The ambiance is serene and intimate and the chef’s cuisine can be enjoyed in peace and tranquillity. Particular highlights among the house specialities include shoulder of lamb with rose de Lautrec garlic, finely sliced veal liver meunière and wild sea bass cooked in a clay crust. Le Petit Zinc is the left-bank restaurant par excellence, and one of the few in the area which has a terrace from which patrons can enjoy fine weather! Meal not included, and paid locally.
Steeped in history and packed full of world famous landmarks, seeing the city by open air double-decker bus is by far the best ways to see the capital. With this ticket, enjoy great views from the open top deck hop on and off bus, and see Paris in your own time, at your own pace. The ticket offers you the flexibility of L' Open Tour, valid on 4 different routes. The Paris Grand Tour takes you to the all the main sights, while the other 3 routes concentrate on particular areas (Montparnasse/St Germain tour, Montmartre/Grands Boulevards tour and Bastille/Bercy tour). (Includes transportation by coach, commentary by headphones on L' Open Tour buses). Please note that shared tours can have up to approx. 50 people (depending on the number of people that have signed up for the tour on the particular day, and are carried out in a number of languages).
Enjoy the many wonders of Paris. Consider taking a stroll down one of the many quays by the river Seine, or wandering around any of the fascinating neighbourhoods such as Montematre, the Marais or the Left bank. Of course there are a plethora of museums and galleries to choose from if you are so inclined. Consider getting a 2 Day Paris Pass that includes a Paris Transport Travel card for 2 days (zone 1-3) to see all of the sites that are of personal interest to you. The Paris Pass is a smartcard offering free access to 65 attractions in Paris such as the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, Orsay museum, Musee Rodin, commented cruise with Bateaux Parisiens and Pompidou museum. With this pass, you have access to 22 museums, 24 historical monuments, 15 art galleries, 3 tourist attractions, 1 cruise and special offers in shops and restaurants. Please contact your Sales Advisor if you would like more details.
Paris takes on a different hue at night and, with many of the magnificent buildings aglow which make it is possibly the best time to admire the beauty of the city. There are plenty of options to choose from for evening entertainment including an early evening wine tasting in a beautiful, airy Parisian loft of a French sommelier located close to the lively Marais district, a dinner cruise, a cabaret show, dinner in the Eiffel tower followed by a night-time cruise, or an evening tour of the city with many of the historical buildings aglow.
Relax and enjoy the approximately 3.5hr train ride from the Paris Gare du Nord station to Amsterdam.
A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be presented to you by your driver upon arrival. Alternative arrangements will be made if you do not have a private transfer at the start of your itinerary.
Meet your private driver for a half day tour of Amsterdam. Enjoy the old and new parts of this beautiful city with its many historical buildings and interesting sights. You will get to see for example the Royal Palace, the National Monument, the Skinny Bridge, the Albert Cuyp Market and the beautiful houses along the canals. You will also see a windmill on the Amstel River and a visit will be made to a diamond factory, where you get to view the traditional way of polishing.
The Convent Hotel Amsterdam (4*) has a unique history that makes it the perfect place to stay. Its location in the center of Amsterdam is ideal for visiting the city. It is a five-minute walk from Centraal Station, Dam Square and the Royal Palace. The hotel building previously housed 2 monasteries from the 13th & 14th centuries, plus a printing house. The hotel now has 148 rooms, including 11 Junior Suites, each with their own history and character.
Begin with a visit to the Aalsmeer´s world famous flower auction (closed Sundays and replaced by a visit of a traditional wooden shoe maker). Continue to Rotterdam, the second largest city of the Netherlands, characterized by its contemporary and fascinating architecture. The next stop is at the picturesque town of Delft. During your visit to the Delft Blue Pottery Factory, you'll learn about the historical developments of these ceramic techniques. From Delft you drive to The Hague for a city tour. Pass by the highlights of their governmental city like the House of Parliament and the Peace Palace. During this excursion you can visit Madurodam. This miniature city offers you the highlights of the Netherlands on a scale 1:25.
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Citizens of other countries may require a visa. Please ask your Sales Advisor. These requirements change often and therefore it is best that you check with the Embassy of England for the most up to date visa information.
Citizens of other countries may require a visa. Please ask your Sales Advisor. These requirements change often and therefore it is best that you check with the Embassy of France for the most up to date visa information.
HEALTHHealth insurance is recommended. Medical facilities are good quality. We recommend that you see a health-care provider who specializes in Travel Medicine. The doctor or health-care provider will determine what vaccinations and medication you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities. For more information on travel requirements, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/france.aspx COUNTRY INFOCapital: Paris. Government: Republic since 1792. Language: French is the official language. Many people speak at least some English. Religion: Approximately 83% Roman Catholic; Protestant 2%; Muslim 5% Time: GMT + 1 (GMT + 2 from last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October). Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz. Two-pin plugs are widely used. Telephone: Country code +33. Mobile Telephone: Roaming agreements exist with most international mobile phone companies. Coverage is excellent. Internet: Public access is available at Internet cafes in most cities.
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General Manager: Aşkın YILMAZ www.nurolair.com
Nurol Aviation is started its activities in the beginning of 1997, is an air taxi operator that provides 8 hours of uninterrupted air taxi service to Nurol Group and non-community organizations with the 10 passenger business jet aircraft. In addition to this, it has shut hangar type on the 2.000 m² region in the Ankara Esenboğa Airport’s private hangar areas for providing to other aircrafts’ accommodation service. Hangar has DHMI Approved Service Certificate and TSE Covid-19 Safe Service Certificate. Its total capital is 85.000.000 TL fully paid-in.
As a leading provider of air taxi services in Turkey, Nurol Aviation complies Turkish General Directorate of Civil Aviation, ICAO, EASA, and the other legal and regulatory requirements issued by other relevant legal authorities, and all applicable standards including the ISO 9001: 2015 system. A timely, economical and comfortable flight service is provided with high level flight safety measures.


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This indicative offer was derived from the most recently booked accommodation in Durango and sort by the price, from cheapest Durango accommodation to the most expensive hotels. To select accommodation by your preferences we recommend to choose from 17 accommodation offers in Durango in total. By entering the dates of your overnight stay in Durango and using the filter tools you can sort the best possible accommodation for you. The entered dates of your stay are crucial for the most accurate offer as it derives all the online information on pricing and availability of Durango accommodation. Then you can book the selected Durango lodging (hotels, apartments etc.) immediately.
Boulevard Francisco Villa, 2017 Colonia Predio Tayafe, Durango
Victoria Express Hotel is 5 minutes’ drive from the centre of Durango and features an indoor pool, a fitness room and a tennis court. The air-conditioned rooms come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs.
Bruno Martinez 508 Sur, Durango
Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, La Casa De Bruno offers accommodation in Durango. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
Boulevard Felipe Pescador, Durango
Featuring free WiFi, One Durango offers accommodation in Durango. Private parking is available on site.
Blvd. Francisco Villa No. 4021, Col. 20 de Noviembre, Durango
City Express Durango offers complimentary Continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and is just 10 minutes’ drive from central Durango. The hotel has money exchange service and a fitness centre.
H.Colegio Militar 2204 OTE, Durango
Hotel Los Arcos is located next to the Instituto Tecnologico de Durango Campus, and offers an à la carte restaurant and classic-style rooms with free Wi-Fi. Free private parking is provided.
Boulevard Francisco Villa 4301 Col. 20 de Noviembre, Durango
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Mision Express Durango offers accommodation in Durango. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
Zarco 212 , Durango
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Hotel Grand Colonial offers accommodation in Durango. Rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels.
Zarco 309 Sur, Durango
This hotel is located 3 minutes’ drive from Durango’s Plaza de Armas Main Square and 600 metres from the Hidalgo Park. It features a sun terrace with swimming pool and free Wi-Fi in all areas.
Gines Vazquez Del Mercado 806 Col. Nueva Vizcaya, Durango
Best Western Plus Plaza Vizcaya hotel has air-conditioned rooms with cable TV and free Wi-Fi. It offers a free continental breakfast and free on-site parking.
Bruno Martinez norte Zona Centro, 165, Durango
Located near the city center just a few blocks from the cathedral of Durango, this hotel offers convenient facilities just minutes from museums, shopping centres and government offices in Durango, Mexico. Hotel del Principado is also situated 20 minutes from the airport in Durango and 10 minutes from the bus station for easy travel throughout the area.
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Our modern and comfortable one bedroom house is a great option to enjoy everything San Miguel has to offer. It comfortably fits two. It's walking distance to Centro. Located on a quiet and safe neighbourhood right next to Centro area.
Casa Bamboo is a new and trendy place perfect to relax and enjoy the beautiful town on San Miguel.
Access to a sun-heated pool, grill and terrace.
Interaction with Guests
I will make the necessary arrangements to receive you at Casa Bambu, I will explain everything about the house, give you any suggestions you may want to hear regarding places to visit, restaurants, tours, etc. At check out I'll be there to receive the keys.
Atascadero is an exclusive safe and quiet neighbourhood, within a walking distance to Centro area, Shopping mall, movie theater, Botanical garden.
Easy access to safe taxis.
I want you to feel comfortable at my house so I'm not requiring a lot from you, just please don't smoke inside the house by ANY means, be conscious of the electricity use and take care of my place. Only well behaved pets are allowed.


text: Ideally located 800 metres from Cremona Cathedral, the Continental boasts a top-floor meeting room and free broadband WiFi throughout. Cremona Train Station is 1.4 km from the hotel, while the violin museum is 1.2 km away. Modern rooms at Cremona Hotels Continental are decorated with contemporary furnishings. Each has air conditioning with a modern heating pump, a LED TV with Mediaset Premium channels, and a minibar. Some rooms feature views of the Torrazzo tower of the cathedral. Cremona Hotels Continental provides a buffet-style continental breakfast daily. Guests can enjoy a pizza at the Pizzeria on the ground floor, where a bar is also available. The Torrazzo Golf Club is a 10-minute drive away. Cremona Exhibition Centre and the A21 motorway can be reached in about 5 minutes by car.


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Villa Ocean View – The Perfect Mallorca Holiday Villa Rentals
Villa Ocean View operates a Cleaning, Disinfection, and Sanitization Procedure for Covid 19 at the Villa. Making sure of the highest hygiene standards at the villa are adhered to. Providing a safe and clean environment to ensure we are making Guest and Staff safe. Staff at the villa will be wearing PPE equipment at the Villa complying with industry guide lines. The villa has also achieved the Airbnb’s 5-step Enhanced Cleaning Accreditation.
Villa Key Features. Amazing Seaview’s, High Speed WIFI, Chlorine Free Pool, Outside Sports Bar includes a full Kitchen, American Pool Table, Disney Water Fall, Safe Shaded Children’s Playground, Baby Changing Station, Luxury Spa with Gym, Sauna, Hydro Hot tub, 3 Sunbathing Terraces, 12 Sunbeds, Shaded Seating Areas, Outside Cinema, AC Throughout, 5 Deluxe bedrooms, Luxury Linen & Towels, Sleeps 10, 4 Bathrooms, Designer Italian Kitchen, Open Plan Lounge, Alfresco Dining Spaces and much more.
All Supported by a Professional Villa Management Team
Villa Ocean View has an endless source of inspiration to make you start dreaming about your next holiday destination in Mallorca. The Villa offers a wide range of luxury and personal services, as expected by todays discerning guests, made available at one of the most luxurious vacation rentals in Majorca. Our Villa is located in Portals Nous, a beautiful village, just above the Famous Marina Puerto Portals. At our Mallorca holiday property, we offer all age groups everything that will make your stay at one of the leading Mallorca Holiday Villas entertaining and create many memorable moments for all the family and friends.
A Relaxing and Memorable Stay at one of the best Holiday Mallorca Properties
The Villa offers Perfect Villa rentals Mallorca, providing all guests a wide range of facilities, fully air-conditioned luxury villa, modern, stylish bedrooms for 10 guests with private balconies and 4 bathrooms, relaxing living spaces, surround-sound cinema, internet TVs, SkyTV. An Italian Pedini designer kitchen along with some amazing indoor and outdoor areas, games and activities have been designed to keep all ages entertained.
Whenever you wish to explore Mallorca, have a gentle walk to the local beaches. Venture a short distance to enjoy the local sights, shops and other facilities, live music bars or have some delicious food at Michelin star restaurants. If you get tired, head back to your private villa and indulge in the Spa faculties followed by dip in the heated swimming pool, or take in the Magical sea views from the villa over Palma Bay and stunning Mediterranean, and at night while in the luxury Hydro Hot Tub.
Located close to other beach luxury rentals, our Villa has all the facilities and in a great location making it one of the most perfect luxury Holiday villa rentals, offering the ideal Mallorca self-catering holidays.
This Villa is one of the most luxury villa rentals in Mallorca Spain, and has always been a famous vacation rental for a number of well-known celebrities taking advantage of the privacy, security and luxury offered.
On your visit to Mallorca, you will be able to fully enjoy the picturesque location of the villa with beautiful woodlands behind, with stunning views and walking paths. A short walk to beautiful village of Portals Nous and Marine Puerto Portals, were you can enjoy the exclusive shopping, Bars, and Famous Restaurants often frequented by royalty, go star spotting as Movies and TV shows such as the new crime drama Mallorca Files and the famous Night Manager series and the Majorca Files more shows are continually being filmed now in the Ilse Baleares Mallorca.
What is more wonderful when staying in our luxurious and beautifully furnished villa you will able to enjoy the full range of amazing in house entertainment facilities supported by the fast WIFI, Internet service at the villa.
If you have wished for that perfect vacation on the most beautiful island in the Mediterranean , Villa Ocean View will be that property for a family friendly Villa holiday. Enjoy a Majorca self-catering holidays at a legal licensed luxury villa rental that has full verification, by Major Holiday companies such as James Villa Holidays. Homeaway, AirBnb, Booking .com All with secure payment systems.
The license number is 3558.


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The hotel boasts of a warm looking restaurant with wooden flooring and large glass windows that offer wonderful views. Pretty curtains lend a charming feel to the space and the furniture is also trendy. The rooms have bright white walls, are neat and well-maintained.
Each room comes with a TV and the bathrooms are equipped with geysers. Free Wi-Fi is also provided to guests.
Osm Restaurant, The Local Cafe, Chopstick, The Coffee Shop and Nimtho are some of the nearby restaurants where guests can sample a variety of dishes.


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In the residential area of Siller, Villa Anilen combines peaceful surroundings with easy access to the stylish coastal resort of Puerto Pollensa. The resort's lovely beach is less than two kilometres away and there are shops, bars and places to eat within walking distance.
The villa lies in spacious grounds with a wide poolside sunbathing terrace surrounded by stubby palms trees and adjoining a large lawn. Overlooking the swimming pool is a covered, purpose-built barbecue area. A farmhouse-style kitchen adjoins the open-plan lounge/dining room.
Location : Puerto Pollensa
Bedrooms: 1 double; 1 twins
Bathrooms: 2 shower rooms, exterior shower room by the pool.
Layout: entrance, living/ dining, kitchen (dishwasher, electric oven and hob, fridge/ freezer, washing machine), from the dining room there is a hallway to access the twin bedroom, shower room, double bedroom with en-suite bathroom.
Amenities: Satellite TV, DVD, CD player, microwave, washing machine, A/C in the hallway bedrooms.
Swimming Pool: Rectangular; ladder.


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Tel: +1 416 247 7678 (Terminals 1 and Terminal 3).
The Terminal Link train offers free transportation between Terminals 1 and 3, the Sheraton Gateway Hotel, ALT Hotel, the Value Park Garage and Value Park Lot. Several companies provide bus and shuttle transit services to and from the airport into Toronto and surrounding areas. The Union Pearson Express train links the airport to Downtown Toronto in just 25 minutes. The airport is also easily accessible on various public transportation routes with providers such as Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and GO Transit.
Rental companies include Avis, Budget, Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz and National/Alamo.
All terminals are well-supplied with facilities, including bureaux de change and ATMs, wifi, shops and duty-free outlets, hotel-reservation services, bars and restaurants.
Parking at Toronto Pearson International Airport ranges from C$5 for 30 minutes or C$50 per day in the Express Car Park, to C$20 per day or C$105 per week in the Value Park Lot. The Daily Park Lot costs C$30 per day and is within walking distance of Terminals 1 and 3.


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If you’ve been thinking of your next Goa holiday then why not consider a cruise with P&O Cruises? ( Visit-Site…. ).
Rather than settling for a single Goa hotel for your holiday you can explore a whole region or country on a cruise.
You’ll also find that cruises are offering amazing value at the moment. You can find 14 night cruise holidays for under 700 pounds per person. That’s amazing considering that all your food and entertainment is included.
There’s also hundreds of cruises that sail from the UK so there’s no flying involved. Departure ports include Southampton, Portsmouth, Liverpool and Harwich.
P&O Cruises ( Visit-Site…. ) remains a firm favourite amongst UK travellers. Their drinks prices are amongst the lowest of all the cruise lines and you get a kettle in your cabin!! A big plus for tea lovers! A P&O cruise has a very ‘British’ feel.
So, why not try to find a cruise that takes in Goa? Or just try somewhere completely different? Absolute cruising highlights are Venice, Sydney and New York. They are three of the most wonderful ports in the world to sail in and out of.
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Why: The second largest city in Morocco, Fez has an enchanting souk, lively markets, fascinating leather tanneries (which you can sniff out before you see) and quaint cafes serving Moroccan mint tea and local pastries. Fez is also filled to the brim with palatial riads, Moroccan homes built around a central courtyard or garden, which feature cozy rooms and rooftop terraces where you can relax after a walk through the bustling labyrinth of alleyways right outside your front door. Prices for a double room in a riad can be as low as 550 dirhams ($60), while a tangine dinner is around 50 dirhams ($6). Step inside a medersa, a theological college, to marvel at the splendid architecture and tilework and get a scrub at a hammam for a fraction of the cost of a spa in the U.S.
Looking for something a little more luxurious? No problem. Check out our lists of the best hotels by island. If money is not so much the issue, we recommend Montage Kapalua Bay on Maui and Mauna Kea Resort on the Big Island. Both of these five star resorts are cozied up to beaches that have been voted #1 Beach in America by Dr. Beach. In addition, Montage Kapalua Bay is Hawaii’s newest Forbes Five Star property. Another bonus? They both usually offer specials along the lines of “get the 4th night free.”
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When talking about traveling in Southern region of Thailand, majority of people may simply think of Phuket or Krabi. Nevertheless, there is one province that every people should not miss out, which is Phangnga. Phangnga is the province nearby Phuket that has interesting tourist destinations to find out. Besides, traveling to Phangnga is easy. Don’t worry. You can simply book a flight to Phuket International Airport and grab a van or rent a car. Then, take a road trip to Phangnga.
For someone who wants to find a place for honeymoon, wants to stay in a luxurious hotel during your holiday with your sweetheart and has some nice photos to upload on your social media accounts, but you don’t want to put much effort to go abroad, I would highly recommend you guys to go to Phangnga.
Here is our recommended place in Phangnga..
It is called “Devasom Khao Lak Beach Resort & Villa”
Here is the overview of the our villa. The atmosphere is so good. This offers an intimate beach resort experience, boast magnificent sea views as well as barefoot access straight onto the soft sands of the beach.
If you enter the villa and turn left, walk through restroom, you will see this bedroom, in which that extra large bed looks so comfy! Not only that, all facilities are provided.
Sea view with direct barefoot beach access is amazing. This is real “wake up with this view”, I promise. So think of how fabulous it is.
If you get into the villa and go on the right side, you will enter living room. This is separate living room with elegant lounging space. Free premium mini bar, espresso machine and freshly-squeezed juice of the day are provided.
The path at the central building of the hotel
This central building makes Devasom a sophisticated place to visit. It is so good standing at the middle and look at the sea. It actually gives sense of tropical vibes!
Beachfront dining room
Last table at left corner of this dining room is considered to be one of the perfect spots for taking photos. It looks so modern and the view is perfect too, look at the beach at the back. So sit here, have a great dinner, and make people want to be you.
Obviously, this marble pavilion at spa zone is so luxurious. Don’t miss it guys. Even though you are not here for any treatment or spa, you can just simply walk-in to take photos. It is so gorgeous sitting on the pavilion.
Another interesting spot is scaling ladder at the wall. This really gives sense of “less is more”. You can have a creative photo by just sitting or standing on this stylish wall.
Private pool at the villa(1)
Shooting from the villa out to the beach, together with your floating breakfast in the pool gives such a relaxed feeling. As you can see, the atmosphere is so good!
Private pool at the villa(2)
Showing the villa itself by shooting from the pool is another good idea. Also, do not forget your cute floating breakfast. Whether you want to have a single photo or you want to take a photo with your sweetheart, you will definitely get splendid pictures at this spot. Then, we guarantee others must be jealous, especially the couple shot!
We have come to the last part of Fabulous Life EP.1. We would like to thank you all for reading the blog. Hope you all enjoy! Guys, don’t forget to go out, chilling, travel, and have a perfect and fabulous life anywhere you go. Stay tuned for the next episode of Fabulous Life, bye!
Location : Devasom Khao Lak Beach Resort & Villa, Phangnga, Thailand


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Are you just looking for an amazingly beautiful furnished Bulgarian seaside property? We have the pleasure to present on your attention this exquisite hotel located right in the center of the gorgeous coastal resort of Albena, Varna region. Albena is an incredibly illustrious resort near the Black Sea in northeastern Bulgaria which is situated 12 km from another charming coastal resort – Balchik.
The city of Varna as well as the nearest airport is only 30 km far from the lovely property. It is situated in a really communicative area with regular transport links to the nearest settlements. Albena has a huge beach and its length is 5 km and the width is 150 m. It impresses tourists with its amazing scenery and sandy beaches.
This is the wonderful place for water sports and there are various tennis courts, golf courses, bowling and football pitches. In the immediate vicinity you can find lots of local shops, restaurants, clubs and bars. The gorgeous property near the Black Sea is a three-storey hotel which incorporates six high-standard apartments. The distance to the sea is only 425 m away!
You can reach it in just a minute walking time! It is a new building comprising total area of 425 sq.m and the plot spreads over 480 sq.m. The yard is spacious and it features a Jacuzzi, metal furniture and a barbecue area. All the beautiful Bulgarian coastal apartments cover total living space of 62 q.m and the views towards the mountain and the sea are just fabulous!
The exposure is south. The high-class apartments are totally finished and furnished. Each one consists of a living room with a built-in kitchen with marble work tops and a large sleeping area featuring big luxury beds with built-in wardrobes. It also features a spacious furnished 12 square-meter balcony with breathtaking panoramic views!
All the necessary appliances are provided in the kitchen as follows fridges, freezers, built-in hobs etc. The bathroom is equipped with incredibly exquisite conveniences such as glass shower, close coupled toilets and a wash basin. A wash machine can be found on the first floor and a linen cupboard is available on the top floor.
This Bulgarian seaside property is suitable for a huge holiday family home which is fully ready for a permanent one! It is supplied with all the basic home facilities such as cable TV, internet connection, running water and electricity.
Other main features of the hotel are outside plug sockets, stainless steel glass railings, oil paintings, open fires and high-standard facilities and decoration. A very important priority is the enormous off road parking area where there is enough space for 10 vehicles just in front of the coastal property. This is an excellent property investment which is undoubtedly worth it!