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Our Expert Review of Hotels in Venice, ItalyHotel Al Ponte Mocenigo Cheapness factor: $$$ Hotel Al Ponte Mocenigo is located at S. Croce 2063. Hotel Al Ponte Mocenigo will be an ideal base for the first time visitors to Venice. It is just minutes away from the vaporetto spot and a short walk away from majority of attractions. The staff is kind and helpful, the rooms are spacious and spotlessly clean and the delicious breakfast is included with the price. You can enjoy it daily outside on the terrace (of course weather permitting) before you... [Read the full story]
Our Expert Review of Hotels in Santorini, GreeceGalatia Villas Cheapness factor: $$$$ Galatia Villas can be found next to the Laografik Museum. For budget travelers to Santorini who decide to make Fira their base Galatia Villas will make for an excellent choice. Helpful and warm owners will make your stay a relaxing one whether you opt for a normal room or a studio (for a self catering holiday). The rooms are spacious and clean and breakfast offers a variety of choice (you will have to pay extra but it is still more affordable then in the center... [Read the full story]
Our Expert Review of Hotels in Pamplona, SpainZenit Pamplona Cheapness factor: $$ Zenit Pamplona can be located at C/ X #1, Parque Comercial Galaria. Stylish, sleek and sophisticated Zenit offers spacious, comfy and modern rooms (and spacious bathrooms) with all the amenities you could possibly wish for. It is not a central hotel but located between the airport and the city which might make it a good choice for travelers arriving by car (the parking at the hotel is free). The taxi to the city center (which can be ordered at the reception) should... [Read the full story]
Our Expert Review of Hotels in Lyon, FranceHotel Axotel Perrache Cheapness factor: $$$ Hotel Axotel Perrache is located at 12, rue Marc Antoine Petit. If you are looking for a hotel that will ensure you can easily explore Lyon and still not break the bank Hotel Axotel Perrache might make for a great choice. Located in the quiet residential area of Lyon (but still within walking distance of Old and New town or if you want to give the local transport a go ask at the reception and they will tell you where to go) it offers small and basic but... [Read the full story]
Our Expert Review of Hotels in Interlaken, SwitzerlandHotel Rossli Cheapness factor: $$$ Hotel Rossli can be found at Hauptstrasse 10/Box 262. Located just 5 minutes away from the train station Hotel Rossli is a delighful, small, family run place that offers wonderful views of the mountains. The rooms are spacious and clean while the breakfast is plentiful and fun affair. The owners are extremely helpful so you can turn to them if you need to make any arrangements for day trips or recommendations on places to see in the area. The hotel is also very... [Read the full story]
Our Expert Review of Hotels in Hamburg, GermanyCity House Hotel Cheapness factor: $$$ City House Hotel is located at Pulverteich 25. City House Hotel offers small but spotlessly clean, cozy and functional rooms right in the center of Hamburg (just a short walk away from some great shopping and a few metro stops away from majority of sights). The hotel is also close to the area with plenty of cafes and restaurants so you can ask the staff for recommendations where to go. The breakfast is of continental variety and should proof ample before you... [Read the full story]
Our Expert Review of Hotels in Florence, ItalyHotel Duilio Cheapness factor: $$$$ Hotel Duilio is located at Via Corso Italia 13. A small, family run hotel located in a residential building Hotel Duilio offers great value for money in a city that can get – lets face it – quite expensive. The rooms are spacious and clean, the bathrooms are on the small side but also clean while for breakfast you will get a voucher and you can enjoy it in the nearby cafe. The owner is extremely helpful and kind and will point you in the right direction come... [Read the full story]
Our Expert Review of Hotels in Berlin, GermanyKima Hotel Cheapness factor: $$$$ Kima Hotel is located at Wielandstrasse 27. Kima Hotel might be an ideal option for first time travelers to Berlin who would like to stay within their budget. Tucked in a quiet side street just minutes away from majority of attractions you will have a quiet place to return to after a long day of sightseeing. Rooms are on the small side and basic but spotlessly clean while breakfast is the usual but plentiful continental fare and it should fill you up nicely. The... [Read the full story]
The Budget Guide to OktoberfestAround 6 million people attend Germany’s Oktoberfest celebration every year. Held in Munich over 16 days in late September and early October, the event routinely pops up on list of top experiences in the world. The festival isn’t cheap and the influx of tourists can drive up prices in surrounding Munich as well. Here are few tips to enjoy Oktoberfest to the fullest while saving a few bucks. Of course the main attraction of Oktoberfest is beer, which is served in 1-liter mugs and costs... [Read the full story]
Study Abroad to Experience Europe Like a LocalNearly all major universities, as well as some high schools, offer study abroad programs in Europe and in countries around the world. Studying abroad is a great way to experience another culture while continuing with your studies. Here’s what you need to know. Study Abroad Options Most four-year universities and many high schools offer semester-long programs overseas. Law schools also offer week or month-long sessions in various countries. College students looking for a longer-term experience... [Read the full story]
