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What is a hotel in Paris with views of the Eiffel tower?

Q. And how can I be sure I am booking a room that has that view? Many websites, not just giant travel websites, don't tell me what view the room I am about to book has. A. If you want to make sure you get the right room, you'll need to phone the hotel directly, not book online. Francetravelguide.com lists the following hotels with views of the tower... Luxury Plaza Athenee Mid-Range Hotel Eiffel Seine Les Jardins dâEiffel Hotel du Petit Louvre Budget Hotel Metropolitan Hotel Saint Dominique Splendid Hotel Tour Eiffel Super Budget Aloha Hostel http://www.francetravelguide.com/hotels-with-a-view-of-the-eiffel-tower.html Where is the best place to stay in Paris? Q. Me and my boyfriend are going to paris for 3 nights in November. We have never been and would like some advice on where the best area to stay would be for our interests? We want to see the Eiffel Tower AND the Louvre Pyramid. (I understand that these are a few miles apart but that there is a metro service) We also w

Why are so many hotels called Hotel Bristol?

Q. Is there some historic reason for this? You dont find Hotel Liverpools or HotelSheffields all over the world. A. There are more than 200 hotels in the world called Bristol. They are named after Lord Hervey, 4th Earl of Bristol, a roguish 18th-century aristocrat and cleric (he was Bishop of Derry), who spent much of his life on the Continent where he demanded the best hospitality money could buy. The story of these hotels is told in the book 'High Times at the Hotel Bristol' and the background to their naming can be seen at: http://thefirsthotelbristol.blogspot.com I am planning for travelling to Paris on March. which hotel in which street is best one? Q. which street is more attractive for tourists in Paris. I want to reserve the hotel in the most attractive street in paris. A. In general, tourists consider the Champs Ãlysées avenue as the most attractive place to stay. I already answered your previous question giving a detailed list of hotels around the Champs Ãlysée

What is a good website for booking cheap, but RELIABLE airline service?

Q. I finally have some spare money to spend, and I'm looking to make it go a long ways. What are some good websites that have cheap airfares? I only ask because upon reading some reviews, I've heard some bad things about certain websites. Is anyone willing to share their experiences? Also, would it be cheaper to book hotels and airfares separately? Or at a site that can book them together? I'm new to this, any insight would be appreciated! A. I would highly recommend both hotwire and priceline, flycheapabroad, and bookairlinetickets.com. I've searched around for airfare quite a bit, and these three sites usually ring true as the cheapest. Other than that, I'd go to sites like igougo.com, travelzoo.com, kayak.com, and bookingbuddy.com. These sites offer searches of multiple online airfare websites, making it easier and less time consuming to compare prices. As for when to buy, I usually go to farecast.com. They pretty accurately predict when a good time to buy a fl

Where is the biggest party in October in the Caribbean?

Q. Single guys looking for hotel with ladies and not families. Hedonism II or III? Any better suggestions. Want upscale all inclusive and have been all over Mexico and the Bahamas. A. Blue Bay Hotel/Resort in Playa Dorada ( Puerto Plata) Dominican Republic. Lot to do, and many disco's and bars...so there you can find the lady of your wildest dreams... I hope I helped in your choice. El Pinguino On what do Hotels base which flags they will hang outside? Q. Like the big hotels that have flags outside? A. Having worked at a few hotels there are usually 3 in the U.S. that they will fly. 1)The U.S. flag (American red white and blue) 2)The states flag (whatever state they are in) 3)then If there is a parent company they will either fly a flag with the hotel chains symbol on it OR the national flag of where the parent companies headquarters is located OR the owners nationality (example if the owner is a Japanese conglomerate, they will fly Japans national flag) 4)if there is a 4th

What is the best area or hotels to stay at in Maui, Hawaii-beachfront?

Q. We are planning a honeymoon in Maui, Hawaii in October of this year but have no idea where to stay or what part of the island is better than the other! We would like an oceanfront hotel/condo/resort with atleast 3 1/2 stars. Please help if you have any suggestions!! Thanks :) A. We have been to Maui twice now and we have always stayed @ the Westin Maui Resort & Spa. Definately a 5 star high class resort. One of the best that we recommend to everyone! It is right on the beautiful Kaanapali Beach and is next to Whalers Village for shopping and many other fun things very close near by. Hope this helps! westinmaui.com We want to stay on Kaanapali Beach for our honeymoon, can anyone recommend a good hotel.? Q. We want to stay on the beach. We have a few hotels in mind but I want to hear what others say about the hotels. And possible activites while on the island? A. Do contact Kaanapali Beach Hotel. The staff are really geared and trained to serve the honeymooners. It is gear

What is something fun to do in Las Vegas if you are under 21?

Q. I am 20 and i am going with my girlfriend this weekend, besides swimming in the hotel pool and shopping what else is there to do? Please don't answer like, Don't go or It is not a place for people under 21...please no dumb answers. Thank you. A. The usual things you will want to see for FREE in Vegas are: 1. Number one on my list is to watch the fountains displays in from of the Bellagio hotel. It usually runs every 15 minutes in summers starting at 3:00 PM; runs continuously until about midnight. Each show is different (there are more than 20 different tunes choreographed) so stay and watch at least 2 or 3. ALSO, go inside the Bellagio hotel to its lobby and view the beautiful glass sculptured ceiling AND the seasonal floral arrangements in the Atrium. 2. The âSirens of TIâ show (spectacular) in from of the Treasure Island Hotel; it runs every 90 minutes starting at about 4:30 PM. 3. The volcano erupt in from of the Mirage Hotel; starting at dark until midnight.

where to book hotel in Srinagar ? and is bus service available from Jammu to Amritsar ?

Q. which is best place in Srinagar to book hotel for a family of 4 for 3 days. also are there buses from Jammu to Amritsar at night time or at early morning around 5 - 6? how much time it takes to reach Amritsar from Jammu ? A. Look up " make my trip" or "yatra". You will find all information here. Should I book hotel in Penang online and book when arrived at the airport? Q. I was planning to go to Penang in May and i was about to book hotel from now. can you recommend that I should book online or wait till arrived the airport (I am not sure I can book at the airport like in Langkawi). If so, can anyone recommend some hotel which near by the popular place (I mean where many foreigner stay) you will get 10 points for your answers. thanks, Wong A. Suggest you book only for the ist night online. Following morning go hotel hunting for one you like. There are many beautiful hotel rooms available around US$50.00-75.00. Stay around Penang Road/McAlistor Road area for

In Palm Springs which hotel has the best pool?

Q. Going to Palm Springs for a quick get a way with my kids who love to swim.. Which hotel has the best pool for families and fun? A. I think the Westin does because it has a water slide. http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/property/features/index.html?propertyID=1369 Please recommend a hotel in Downtown Palm Springs walking distance to shops and restaurants under $100 a night? Q. Going to Palm Springs but want to stay walking distance to shopping etc for under $100 a night. Can you recommend a nice property for a solo mom on a budget? Thanks! A. I can tell you, but you can't tell a soul... Andreas Hotel is a small hotel that's pretty cheap. You're right in the middle of town, which can be good and bad. Ask for a room towards the back, not facing Highway 111 (Indian Canyon Rd). The rooms facing the front are really noisy. Just down the road in Rancho Mirage, the Hilton Garden Inn is even a little nicer, and also inexpensive, with a good location. Have fun! Which hot

How can I get comped a room at the Hard Rock Hotel?

Q. I'm going to Las Vegas to meet a friend for a bachelor party in October, but my budget is limited. Does anyone have any good suggestions/methods to get comped a room at the Hard Rock Hotel? A. Comped rooms are for people who gamble thousands of dollars. To get the best deal, check the website for any specials, and keep checking back every month. Also check hotel discount sites, or just stay somewhere less expensive. Since your going to be on Paradise Road anyway, there are a good number of motels nearby. How much did it cost to build the Hard Rock Hotel in Orlando? Q. Or another hard rock hotel, or a hotel similar. Containing somewhere around 650 rooms 30 suites, 12,000 sq/ft pool. restaurants and a merchandise shop. If it is another hotel then which one is it? A. The one in Tulsa was $155 million How much is admission to Rehab at Hard Rock Hotel in Vegas? Q. I'm gonna be in Vegas with friends on a Sunday and Monday this month. The pool party, Rehab at Hard Rock Hote

What time would Real Madrid practice at UCLA training facility for the USA Summer Tour 11?

Q. And if I can also know what days would they be practicing? And also what hotel would they be staying while in Los Angeles? Plz let me know. Thank You. A. Not much is known at the moment other than they arrive on the 11th of July and train at the UCLA campus until the 24th of July when they have to depart for China and Germany to continue their tour. If all remains the same from the previous year they will be staying at the Beverly Hills Hotel and will attend two training session per day; one in the morning around 11am and another in the afternoon around 5pm. What is the best way to get from Madrid, Spain to Gibraltar? Q. I am going on a trip to Madrid and want to head to Gibraltar for a day whats the best way to get there? A. The best way is probably to fly - the airline Andalus has direct scheduled flights from Gibraltar airport to Madrid Barajas airport. See: http://www.andalus.es/ Currently for the autumn/non-peak-winter the flights depart GIB at 0825 and arrive MAD 0945. Fr

What are good, cheap hotels in Illinois close to Chicago and dont have to be over 21 to book a room?

Q. I need a cheap hotel near chicago (can be 20-30 miles away from Wrigley Field) i want a hotel that's nice to stay in and can be checked in by someone NOT 21. Im taking my girlfriend to a Cubs game and need to find a nice hotel to stay in. Im looking for a hotel $100 or less. Anyone know of a place? A. Most hotels will accept you if you are at least 18 and you have a credit card. You can find lots of hotels anywhere outside the downtown area that are under $100. Some downtown hotels offer weekend deals for under $100/night. Simply go to something like hotels.com, expedia.com, etc. and look for hotels which satisfy your criteria. I might suggest you look for hotels in the suburb of Evanston IL, near Northwestern University. Most do have rooms under $100. You can walk to a CTA "L" station and take the train to Wrigley Field. [Take the Purple Line to Howard St, and transfer to the Red Line to Addison.] There are dozens of places you can find. Where can I find some

What are the typical accommodations one can find in cheap hotels in atlantic city?

Q. By cheap hotels in atlantic city i mean places that are up to $20/ night. Thanks. A. Alantic city is a crack head infested money trap. Keep your expectations low and your credit cards hidden and you will have a good time. The further you get from the board walk the more ghetto it gets. Motels there will be 25 to 30 a night. But try the casinos first you can find good deals a lot of the time. 30 to 50 and a world of diffrence. What are some nice, but cheap, hotels in Atlantis that are close to all the activites? Q. We are planning to go to Atlantis this summer, but were having trouble finding some nice and cheap hotels. We want them to be close to all the activities like dolphins, swimming, water parks, restaurants, all that kind of stuff. Please answer as soon as possible (: A. Hi, You are going to have fun!!! Can I come? The Comfort Suites is exactly what you want. It is just across the street and YES, you still get to use the Atlantis facilities just as if you were staying

Which hotel do you like in Palm Springs?

Q. I'm trying to find a nice hotel in Palm springs but every hotel has good and bad reviews i don't know which to choose. I want something fairly new and modern and clean but not over $200. Which hotel would you reccomend for a couple in their 20's? A. You really can't go wrong with any hotels located in Palm Springs. The Hyatt is located downtown and therefore right in the middle of everything... great views looking down on the strip. Honestly, just pick one of the least expensive, they will be in a fairly good area, as there are no "bad" areas of palm springs, try to stay downtown though. Make sure to take the tram up to San Jacinto! It's so much fun and it's like visiting a different world, so different than the desert below :) Have fun! What to do for a relaxing bachelorette weekend in Palm Springs, CA? Q. My friends and I are going to Palm Springs to celebrate a bachelorette weekend. However, places like Costas are not what we are looking f

does anyone know where i can find a list or website about chicago mafia families/bosses etc?.?

Q. OR IF U HAV ANY INFO OR WEBSITE OR KNOWLEDGE ABOUT RAYMOND THOMPSON(CHICAGO MAFIA BOSS IN THE 80's A.K.A. "LITTLE RAY" E-MAIL ME OR POST IT HERE PLZ FEEL FREE TO E-MAIL ME 4 QUESTIONS,COMMENTS,ETC. TY, -- to protect and serve A. In the 1960s, the Outfit reached its apogee under Tony Accardo. With the aid of Meyer Lansky he used the Teamsters pension fund to engage in massive money laundering through the Outfit's casinos, aided by the likes of Sidney Korshak and Jimmy Hoffa. The '70s and '80s were a bad time for the Outfit, as law enforcement continued to penetrate the organization (spurred by poll-watching politicians), off-track betting reduced bookmaking profits, and illicit casinos withered under competition from legitimate casinos. Replacement activities like auto theft and professional sport betting did not replace the lost profits. [edit] 21st century Mobsters James Marcello, Nicholas Ferriola, Joseph "The Clown" Lombardo, Michael "Mi

Can anyone tell me how to go to Düsseldorf from Frankfurt?

Q. How much are the train fares per cabin class? How much do you pay if you travel by car from your hotel to Düsseldorf? I will be staying in the Hilton Hotel in Frankfurt and I was wondering how much do you pay for the car from the hotel going to Düsseldorf. Thank you very much. A. I would go by train. about three hours. Comfortable, clean, punctual, safe! Im going to Frankfurt, Germany for 5 days. What are some good hip hop clubs to visit for a weekend? Q. I would like to know the names of recommended clubs that play hip hop, r & b, soul music on Friday and Saturday nights. I will be staying at a hotel in downtown Frankfurt, so anything in that area would be convenient. But I will have transportation, so I can travel A. nice Cheapest way to go to hotel from airport in Frankfurt? Q. Hey guys, what's the cheapest and most convenient way to go to the hotel from the airport in Frankfurt? There are 5 of us so do you recommend taxi or whatever? Any suggestions? Thanks! A.

Why are the hotels in nyc so expensive compare to northern New Jersey?

Q. If I were to visit NYC, the hotels are so damn high. But if I reserve my hotel in northern NJ like Jersey City for example, the hotels there are cheaper. Yes, I have to take the train everyday, but the train station is in the city and it only takes a 30 min ride to Time Square. I can get a nice hotel room in downtown Jersey City $200-300 per night compare to the hotels in Manhattan. Why are they so expensive despite the bad economy? A. Even in the bad economy, NYC is the #1 destination in the USA for both business travelers and vacationers. You're exactly right that taking a train into NYC is not expensive or difficult, but a lot of people don't know how to do it and don't have the confidence to learn -- or simply don't want to spend any of their trip time commuting. Enjoy your good deal! Where can I find cheap hotel in NYC? Any websites to reserve hotel? Q. I am going to visit NYC and plan to stay there for a night. Which website can I find reasonable price fo

What's the best restaurant in Bournemouth? Most popular? Most expensive?

Q. Or the surrounding areas? Do you have to pay service charge when you go for dinner in Bournemouth? Do many people eat in the hotel restaurants? Also does any body know which is the most popular restaurant or is there one that is very busy? Any help would be fab! Thanks A. Barings Restaurant, 324 Wimbourne Road is very good and quite expensive. Where should I holiday this year? Q. I have a wife and a 16 year old son, it should be no longer than a 4.5 hour flight and there should be a town with things too see and do like shops and walks, in other words nightlife but not necessarily night clubs, I usually stay in 4-5 star hotels so there should be a good number of good hotels there, it should be by the sea no inland cities. Im great full for you're suggestions :) And should be warm in July - August which is when I will go :) I live in the UK lol I want to go abroad! A. Bournemouth would satisfy your requirements www.visitbournemouth.co.uk or any of the resorts in Cornwall like

Going to Banff at the end of February, what to do?

Q. Going for 4 days and am planning on skiing for 2 and maybe a 2 hour dog sled tour. Staying at the Banff Springs Hotel. What are some good restaurants/bars to visit with my wife? Any other must see spots? Thanks in advance! A. My husband and I got married just outside of Banff in December 1999. There's loads to do in the winter, even if you don't ski. The Banff springs has an outside skating rink which is free and very picturesque. You can hire skates from the sport shops in town. Also, check out the nearby Johnson Canyon. In the winter, the waterfalls freeze and are just beautiful to look at. The walk is a nice exercise but not too intense. You can also hire snow shoes in town and do some trails. If you are able to get to Canmore one night there was a restaurant called Zona's - not sure if its still there, but it was really nice - in a house. Sushi if you like it is pretty abundant in Banff too. Lastly, there are lots of hot springs around the mountains - not

How long do you think it would take to walk from Englewood, NJ to Times Square, NY?

Q. I'm planning a trip this July to go to NY to visit someone. Unfortunately I'll have to find a place to stay out in town, but all the hotels in NY are way too expensive for my budget. If I were to find a better deal in NJ then I'll have to fly there. Could you even walk from Englewood to NY? Do the roads connecting the two places all have sidewalks? IF so, then how long would it take to walk to NY from Englewood? Has anyone done this before? And is that even a safe idea??? I'll be new to the two areas SO all help is greatly appreciated. Thanks! A. It wouldn't work, because of the presence of the wide Hudson River in between New Jersey and New York. You would have to walk across the George Washington Bridge and then down Manhattan--it would take all day. Happily, there are a variety of moderate-cost public transit options available to you, many of which are operated by New Jersey Transit, that will take you into the city. What is a great hotel in San Francisco n

Planning a trip to London and would like some advice?

Q. Hello, I am going to London for my 30th birthday in March (SO excited by the way). What are some fun things to do besides all the tourist attractions? I would love to go to some local bars/clubs and eat at out of the way restaurants. Also, my husband and I would love to be able to go to a football game... how much do those usually cost? Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! A. Nightclubs: Tiger Tiger, Fabric, Aquarium (with real swimming pools inside!). The best pizza in London: My favorite place not only for pizza - The Gourmet Pizza Company (Gabriel's Wharf, Upper Ground, Phone 020 7928 3188). Best of British Food: St John (26 St John; Farringdon subway stop). Cocktails bars: Savoy Hotel and Long Bar (50 Berners Street). Cinemas: BFI Imax Cinema (a must!). BFI = British Film Institute. Great attractions. Theater: National Theatre - a MUST! Shopping destinations: Oxford Street and Regent Street. Megastore: Selfrigdes, Harrods and Kings Road. Have fun!!! what attra

What is the best hotel on the Vegas strip?

Q. My fiance and I are planning on getting married in Vegas this April. I am wanting to get recommendations for the best hotel on the strip. I would like to get married in the same hotel that I stay in. I have been looking at the Riviera, Excalibur and Stratosphere. We can't afford anything super fancy like the Venetian. Any suggestions? Thanks! A. Las Vegas hotels can be broken down into 3 tiers: highest quality = Palazzo, Venetian, Ceasars, Aria, Cosmo, Wynn, Encore, etc mid quality = NYNY, MGM, TI, Mirage, Planet Hollywood, Paris, Flamigo, etc lowest tier (least expensive) = Excalibur, Riviera, Stratosphere, Imperial Palace, etc. These are the opposite of super fancy. With these you truly get what you pay for; I would not want a wedding here. It would be much more enjoyable in a park back home. You might consider looking at the smaller hotels in the middle range - Monte Carlo, Paris, Planet Hollywood. ~ besides that you are out of luck. What hotel is recommended to stay in

How could i get to the Trump International Hotel in NYC from Penn Station NYC?

Q. How could i get to the Trump International Hotel in NYC from Penn Station NYC A. Take the A or C, Train and you'll come out ride outside of the Hotel. Or if you'd rater take the bus, you can catch the M7, on 35th Street and 6th Avenue, it will drop you off on the corner of 60th Street, right in back of the hotel. Do you know of inexpensive but decent hotels in NYC? Q. I know they're difficult to find, but do you know of any hotels in NYC (meaning Queens, Staten Island, Brooklyn, The Bronx, and Manhattan) that are decent but inexpensive? A. Hey there! You can always try Priceline. I use it all the time and get nice 3 - 4 star hotels right in Midtown Manhattan all the time for $80. You have to "name your own price". There is a web site which tells you the method of getting the very best deal on a high quality hotel room in NYC and explains exactly how to do this with Priceline. Go to the section on "Save big on hotels" or something like that. http

How do you get to The Trump International Hotel in NEw York City from Penn Station, NYC?

Q. How can you get to the trump international hotel in new york city from penn station in new york city? A. north on 8th Ave to 60th. east 2 blocks What are some nice hotels in New York City? Q. My friends and I want to take a trip to NYC and would like to know what are some of the best/safe hotels in New York City and outside of NYC. It can be a hotel in New York itself? A. Well, depending on your budget, may I recommend the link below. Good luck Native New Yorker What is the cheapest hotel in New York city? It doesnt need to be nice.? Q. I'm looking for the cheapest possible hotel in new york city, anywhere in the city honestly, as long as im not going to get shot. Id be staying July 17th through july 23rd. A. The Gershwin Hotel SPECIAL VALUE Near Empire State Building / New York Average Nightly Rate $49.00 Use the second search box , or you can try the first as well. Powered by Yahoo! Answers

Hotels accessible to New York City nightlife?

Q. I'm going into the city in October for a saturday night with a few girlfriends, and I wanted to book a hotel for the night. We were planning on hitting a few bars and clubs, and I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions of hotels i might want to look into, and maybe even some places to check out. I'm not too familiar with the city. Also, there's a budget on the hotel, so if you have any suggestions, may it be one for under $225 a night. Thanks! A. I just got back from New York City last weekend. I stayed at The Pod hotel. It is under $225 a night. It is located right next to the 51st & Lexington ave subway. The rooms are modern and very clean. I stayed in the bunk room with my friend. It was $157/night with tax (I went through Hotels.com). We each had a 10in flat screen tv on each bed and their was an iPod docking station in the room. The bar next door was an awesome New York neighborhood bar. Times Square and Greenwich Village were only a couple stops away. Ho

What is the website where people cancel hotel bookings and you can get good deals ?

Q. Canceled hotel bookings A. There are number of travel sites that helps tourist to get the deals from & save some money. Expedia.com booking.com travelocity.com cheapoair.com traveluniversally.com This is all what I know. What do you think will happen if Pacquiao and Mayweather share one hotel room together? Q. If they are on a road tour promoting a fight, and hotel bookings got mixed up they need to share one hotel room. Scenarios? A. Pacquaio will sing to Mayweather and Mayweather will jump off the hotel window and kill himself. Is it really save to book a hotel by internet? Q. There are many web sites who offer hotel bookings. How can I know which one is safe or not? A. Stick to the big guns like Priceline or Orbitz. Or go to the hotel sites themselves. Powered by Yahoo! Answers

What is your opinion on these Phx suburbs?

Q. ~Scottsdale ~And Cave Creek Alot of peopel hate Scottsdale people and I don't get why..? Answer only if you live(d) there or somewhere else in Az. Thanks A. I live in Scottsdale - for almost 7 yrs. Before that I grew up in the West Valley (Glendale, Phx) - I've lived in AZ my entire 33 yrs. Scottsdale has less people living per...whatever - square mile?? So bc there's less people, the property taxes are higher (but not as high as Paradise Valley!!) . So in come the residents that could afford that. People w/ money like things that are prestigious....good hotels, fine dining, high end shopping. So Scottsdale is now known for being a prestigious area. When I was growing up it was "Snottsdale". It isn't like that tho. You have the people who think it proves status & live here in debt...then you have regular middle class families like any other city....then you have the lower-middle class families in south Scottsdale. There are all walks of life here - it

I am going to Atlanta in Febuaray and I just want to know what hip hop clubs is hot? ?

Q. Me and my girls are new to the city and want to know what urban clubs is hot! Also we staying @ the W hotel and is that a great hotel? A. club 112, the velvet room, any club in downtown atlanta really are mostly hip-hop. thats an okay hotel. How do you get on the guest list at the W downtown atlanta? Q. I want to go to drinkshop and wetbar on Friday but I am not sure how to get on the guest list. I do not want to stay at the hotel because I only live about a mile from it. A. you do not need to be a guest of W to go to drinkshop I would like to say that drinkshop is a bit overated and don't quite get what you pay The martinis are very creative althought it seems that they really arent putting alchohol in them. If you truely want an amazing experience as well as wonderful sushi and steaks plus you are guarenteed to see a superstar is bluepointe in the pennacle building in buckhead I'm planning a bachelor party in Atlanta and wanted to know if it was better to stay in Mid