Friday, October 11, 2013

Belgium Sporthostel Aan de Plas Bruges Hostel


Sporthostel Aan de Plas

Blankenbergse Dijk 75, 8000 Bruges 
Very good, 8.3 /10 Score from 30 reviews

Sporthostel Aan de Plas

Aan de Plas features functional dormitory rooms with a TV, located 4 km from historic Bruges and right next to Sint-Pietersplas. The accommodation comes with a terrace and views of the green surroundings of the property.
A shared bathroom with a shower and a toilet is available in each room. A free wired internet connection is provided in the dormitories.
Guests of Aan de Plas can enjoy snacks in De Waterkant Bistro. On request, packed lunches and banquet facilities can be arranged.
For an additional charge, the hostel offers a range of water sports, such as windsurfing, sailing, rafting and kayaking.
Bruges Train Station is a 5-km drive from Aan de Plas. The sandy beach of Zeebrugge is within 13 km of the property. Free public parking is available on site.

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Residencia Onix Barcelona Hostel Life

Residencia Onix Barcelona Hostel


Offering a roof-top swimming pool, Residencia Onix is a university residence set 100 metres from Barcelona’s Estació del Nord Bus Station. It has a fitness centre and air-conditioned apartments with free internet access.
The apartments at Residencia Onix feature bright colours and simple décor. Each one has a TV and a bathroom, and the kitchenettes come with a hob and microwave. There is a daily cleaning service. Bed linen and towels are provided.
The residence has extensive common areas, including a DVD lounge, a computer room and a games room with table tennis. There are also vending machines for snacks and drinks and a laundry.
You can walk to Ciutadella Park in 8 minutes from Residencia Onix, and Barceloneta Beach is a 20-minute walk away. Located 5 minutes’ walk away, Arc de Triomf Metro Station is just 2 stops from Plaza Catalunya and the Ramblas.
Apartments/rooms: 234 Onix.

 More Hostal Information in Barcelona

There are two official languages spoken in Barcelona: Catalan, generally spoken in all of Catalonia, and Castillian Spanish. The city of Barcelona has a population of 1.510.000, but this number spirals to more than 4.000.000 if the outlying areas are also included.

The capital of Catalonia is unequivocally a Mediterranean city, not only because of its geographic location but also and above all because of its history, tradition and cultural influences. The documented history of the city dates back to the founding of a Roman colony on its soil in the second century B.C. Modern Barcelona experienced spectacular growth and economic revival at the onset of industrialization during the second half of the 19th century. The 1888 World's Fair became a symbol of the capacity for hard work and the international outlook projected by the city. Culture and the arts flourished in Barcelona and in all of Catalonia; the splendor achieved by Catalonian modernism is one of the most patent displays.

Barcelona, more than just a single city, is really a collection of multi-faceted and diverse cities. The visitor unfamiliar with its history might be surprised that such a modern and enterprising city preserves its historic Gothic center almost intact, or by the curious contrast between the maze of narrow streets and the grid-like layout of the Eixample, the urban planning "Enlargement" project of the end of the 19th century.

 

Saturday, September 14, 2013

Madrid Handy Centrally Located Hostel Zamora

Hostal Zamora Madrid 
Very good, 8.5 Score from 216 reviews

Hostal Zamora

Hostal Zamora is located in central Madrid, just 200 metres from Gran Vía Avenue. It offers a 24-hour reception and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. More
Latest booking: 14 hours ago


Madrid is indeed an elegant city. Not only by the fine stately buildings, the Royal Palace, the parks, among El Retiro, but also the three great museums define this beautiful city. What also stroke us was the very relaxed atmosphere, also at night. People are very friendly and helpful. We really felt at home. The food was excellent included the tapas and wines. The compact centre can be easily explored. Musicians are everywhere. This city is very easily to recommend.
Of course Spain suffers from the financial crisis. In this video one can also witness demonstrations and blockades.


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 Madrid is the capital of Spain and its largest city. The population of the city is roughly 3.3 million and the entire population of the Madrid metropolitan area is calculated to be around 6.5 million.


Madrid is of course known as the city that never sleeps, and with very good reason! The locals have adopted the name 'gatos' meaning 'cats', as they are out on the tiles all night. I think they manage it because most bars serve an accompanying tapa (small Spanish snack) with each drink, which gives you the strength to carry on! Whatever your taste in nightlife, it will undoubtedly be here; there are Irish bars, Latino bars, Flamenco bars and dance clubs.
Bars are to be found in the most surprising locations. At the weekend many of them charge an entrance fee, which includes your first drink - redeemable with the ticket you are given when you pay at the door. Some good places to start discovering the plethora of nightlife on offer are listed below.
Palacio Gaviria is an Ultra Cool dance club near Puerta Del Sol. It also holds Tango classes during the week! Be prepared to dress smart, (or you will of wished you had) and to pay more for drinks than you would do in the bars.
The area of Huertas, not far from the Plaza Santa Ana is bursting with bars and clubs. This is a hugely popular zone, where the young crowd go to drink and dance until the small hours. The bars are all pretty similar, but the fact that they are all crammed into one street means you don't have to stumble far between each one! Does One!
In the heart of the area known as La Latina, tucked into the street of Cava Baja is the bar El Tempranillo. It has a stunning selection of wines and delectable tapas, and gets very busy later at night. Make sure you leave yourself enough time to Chill out at with some nightlife while you stay in Madrid
 



Thursday, June 6, 2013

The Spanish Town of Ontinyent on The Costa Blanca

The Spanish Town of Ontinyent on The Costa Blanca
Ontinyent is a town with everything you need in amenities but small enough to be a community. The town centre has many schools, doctors, hospital, banks, shops, pharmacies, bars and restaurants. Every Monday the town is alive with the indoor and outdoor markets. Hosting many stalls it is a must to get your fresh produce and meet the locals. Travelling around the market stalls in the Plaza de la Coronació you will find handbags, shoes, clothes and plants as well as many other interesting items. Plus, of course the food stalls with fresh date  bread and churros.
 A new shopping mall, El Teler, has recently opened in Dos de Maig, boasting many designer retail outlets for clothing and home wares, a hairdressers, café, multi screen cinema and SuperCor (El Corte Ingles) supermarket.
The commercial area of town contains McDonalds, Caprabo, Aldi as well as several large retail shops and DIY traders.


Hotel Kazar
Very good, 8.2 Score from 63 reviews

Hotel Kazar  

Ontinyent
This impressive 19th-century Mudéjar Palace is located in Ontinyent, under an hour’s drive from Valencia. It offers a roof terrace with an outdoor pool, and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. More
Latest booking: 20 hours ago
Casa Rural Morera
Fabulous, 8.6 Score from 12 reviews

Casa Rural Morera

Ontinyent
Located in a restored 19th-century stately home, Casa Rural Morera features rustic-style rooms with views of the surrounding countryside and a restaurant serving traditional Valencian food. More

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Get to know the real Spain on our self guided walking holiday in Spain. Walk the famous Camino de Santiago de Compostela for a journey for the spirit and soul or slow down and allow yourself to be embraced by the rural tranquillity of "Old Spain" in Las Alpujjarras in Southern Spain, on a relaxing single centre walking holiday. Walking Holidays in Spain Well worth a try.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Catch some real Sunshine in Spain

Hotel Montemar
6.7 Score from 21 reviews

Hotel Montemar

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Hotel Montemar is 3 minutes’ drive from the pine forest and dunes at La Marina Beach on the Costa Blanca, 25 km from Alicante Airport. It offers air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. There is 1 person looking at this hotel. More

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