Finding Affordable Paris Hotels

Nov 1, 2013 by

There is only one place on the globe that is truly worthy to be called the “City of Lights” and that is – Paris. Tourists all over the world are attracted to this breathtaking city where it holds the title of being one of the most romantic and beautiful city in the world. Every year, millions and millions of people visit the city to witness how its beauty could captivate their hearts. Aside from the beautiful landscape, Paris offers the best gourmet French cuisines, a sophisticated fashion sense, and an environment that would make one easily fall in love. From the moment you first step into Paris, you will instantly experience the city’s Magic that could capture your feelings and make you feel like you would want to stay there forever. However, despite Paris being one of top international destinations, it is still a city that with a high cost of living. Vacationing in Paris is not fairly cheap and you need to be able to finds means in saving at some aspect of your trip. You need careful planning especially in finding budget friendly Paris hotels that could take much of your vacation budget.

The Hotel Cervantes Paris is a 3-star hotel that offers rooms for less than £66 per night that is a fairly reasonable amount to pay for accommodation. This elegant 19th century building is located on the 8th district which is just a couple of minutes away from the Saint Lazere Station. You could book this hotel for a trip that will require some traveling within neighboring towns or cities because of your proximity to the station. There are 52 rooms in the hotel, all equipped with a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, hairdryer, an LCD screen and DVD player, free Wi-Fi, and others amenities that would make any tourist feel comfortable in this contemporary designed lodging. Deciding to stay here will give you access to the best shopping areas in Paris located just within walking distance from the hotel, plus the finest attractions like Moulin Rouge and Madeline Church are just a stroll away.

The Hotel de la Herse d’Or located in the heart of Marais district has open doors to all tourists all year round offering them a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere for the value of their money. This four hundred year-old building might turn you off at first, but do not underestimate this old beauty as it provides a cozy atmosphere fusing along contemporary design and modern home comfort. The private rooms are equipped with the basics like flat screen TV, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi connection; while the economic rooms have shared facilities in the hall.

In the Marais, there is Ecole Centrale Hotel which is a charming 3-star hotel located within the heart of Paris located in from of the Metro Station. This 17th century designed building is carefully maintained to provide a lush and cozy atmosphere. The hotel’s central location makes it an ideal starting point for exploring Paris on foot or by public transport. World renowned attractions like the Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral or the Forum Les Halles can be reached within minutes of walking.

Paris Hotels have varying rates so you need to do some research in advance to find a perfect accommodation for your budget range. These hotels can be easily searched online as there are various websites that will help you easily compare the rates per person per night and the different amenities they provide. Just remember not to spend too much money on lodging as you will not be in your rooms most of the time, so better learn to save in the hotel and spend the money on exploring the beautiful city of Paris.

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Travel Tips: Necessary Travel Preparations

Oct 11, 2013 by

If you like being impulsive and think that you can apply it when you travel, your trip may already be over before it even began. Preparing for your trip should be done months ahead of time mainly due to the planning and budgeting. Whether you’re traveling alone or in a group, the necessary preparations are very similar such as making certain your travel documents are complete, travel gear and money. Let’s list down some important tips each traveler should practice:

 

Budget Preparations – Never travel on a less than enough budget, getting there may be easy, but getting back may turn out to be a horrendous experience. Many travelers save up strategically depending on their income, it may take them months or for some a year to make their budget preparations. Location is also a factor since it can be a lot more expensive in some countries and vice versa in others. In terms of on hand cash, never carry too much since some airports limit the amount you can carry so it’s very necessary to have a credit card or atm. In a worst case scenario if you happen to be short of money, always have your relatives contact information handy.

 

Make Sure Bookings are in Place – Traveling during peak time without making reservations may likely let you end up checking in at a place with bad accommodations or highly overrated and expensive hotels due to limited choices on hand. Choose a place situated near the city or your target destination. Request for the hotel map after making your reservations in advance. Booking ahead of time can help you save your spending especially if you’re lucky to take advantage of promos, this is the same case with your travel tickets.

 

Travel Gear – Always be mindful of the climate of your travel destination and complete all your travel gear. Never wear and carry expensive jewelry since this will only attract attention which won’t do you any good. Always have a folder where all your documents and passports can be kept to make it easier to retrieve them later and keep them safe. Bring proper clothing, this may sound like advice for kids however you’d be surprised many adults make this mistake of bringing along improper clothing unsuitable to weather conditions. This will of course lead you to spending early during your trip for clothing. Bring along a healthcare and hygiene accessory kit as well as some washing powder in case you run out of clean clothing.

These three simple travel tips will set the tone for an exciting and enjoyable travel experience, all that’s left to do is plan your day’s outing and destination. Making preparations in advance is only a little hassle but better than making it a bigger hassle if you’re unprepared for the trip. A week to prepare for your travel destination may not be enough time.

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