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| European City Breaks - Some recommended holidays |
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| Whilst this website is mainly aimed at travel to distant places, our high street travel agency has for years had many satisfied customers who have taken good quality
city break holidays within Europe. This page lists a small sampling of some
of this city which have been particularly commended to us by our clients. Additionally we now also offer a facility for genuine ONLINE SEARCH for holidays and flights |
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| d'INGHILTERRA HOTEL (First Class/Deluxe). Ref.TS36 |  |
| Our most requested hotel is in the historical city centre, very close to the Spanish Steps and the stylish shops of Via Condotti. A favourite of Mark Twain and Hemingway it is one of the most charming and characterful superior hotel in Rome. The 99 air-conditioned (summer months) rooms are individually furnished and decorated. Has elegant lounges, bar, restaurant. Email us if you have a specific departure date, duration and UK departure airport in mind and we will get back with a precise price. As prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights, booking late may mean a more expensive air fare. |
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| PRAGUE. A beautiful city of magnificently preserved Renaissance and rococo palaces, Gothic churches, baroque domes and medieval buildings |
| CASA MARCELLO HOTEL (First Class). Ref.TS59 |
| Casa Marcello is in a tranquil
location in the Old Town, adjacent to 13th century St.Agnes
Monastery. Small, on 2 floors (no lift), with 16 simply furnished
but comfortable rooms. Has Trattoria, whilst drinks can be served on the
terrace or in the garden. Applauded by astute clients not requiring
absolute luxury. Email us if you have a specific departure date, duration and UK departure airport in mind and we will get back with a precise price. As prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights, booking late may mean a more expensive air fare. |
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| SEVILLE. Charming and intense, ancient and modern, elegant and exotic, the capital of Andalucia is one of the great Spanish cities. The Moorish architectural legacy is particularly striking as is the enthusiasm for Flamenco. |
| ALFONSO XIII HOTEL (Deluxe). Ref.TS48 |
| This hotel is one of
Europe's best. Opposite the Alcazar Palace in the city centre, built
in Moorish style and set in extensive gardens. 146 luxurious
air-conditioned rooms. Has gourmet restaurant, bar, lounges, huge
outdoor pool (May-Sep). Email us if you have a specific departure date, duration and UK departure airport in mind and we will get back with a precise price. As prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights, booking late may mean a more expensive air fare. |
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| BRUGES. A wonderfully preserved, strikingly pretty medieval city. Bruges is a romantic and elegant open-air museum of ornate public buildings, gabled houses, cobbled streets and peaceful canals, all easily seen on foot. |
| RELAIS OUD HUIS AMSTERDAM (First Class/Superior). Ref.TS8 |
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Our suggested hotel,
close to the main square, has been exquisitely converted from two 17th century
town houses, with antiques tastefully enhancing the public areas &
bedrooms. 34 rooms either overlook a canal or a secluded garden;
air-conditioning can be requested at a supplement. Has bar and stunning breakfast room. Email us if you have a specific departure date, duration and UK departure airport in mind and we will get back with a precise price. As prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights, booking late may mean a more expensive air fare. |
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| BERLIN. Revitalised as the capital of unified Germany, lively Berlin has real contrasts to offer - poignant reminders of a turbulent history are fused together with vibrant modern inspirations like the new Reichstag. |
| ADLON KEMPINSKI HOTEL (Deluxe). Ref.TS62 |
| The majestic Adlon has welcomed
the famous and the infamous and is once again the city's best
hotel. Located by the Brandenburg Gate
with luxurious facilities including the famous American bar, gourmet restaurant,
indoor pool, spa, sauna, fitness room. Has 337 rooms, air-conditioned in
summer. Email us if you have a specific departure date, duration and UK departure airport in mind and we will get back with a precise price. As prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights, booking late may mean a more expensive air fare. |
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| Spectacularly set above the River Aude in south-west France, CARCASSONNE is the largest medieval fortified city in Europe. The Pyrenees provide a picturesque backdrop. Enjoy a chic, car-less atmosphere within the walls. |
| HOTEL DE LA CITÉ (Superior/Deluxe). Ref.TS18 |
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hotel, now part of Orient-Express Hotel Group, is in the old city within its own
gardens & has been fabulously refurbished but with many original features
retained. 64 air-conditioned rooms. Has 2 restaurants, bar,
outdoor summer pool. Email us if you have a specific departure date, duration and UK departure airport in mind and we will get back with a precise price. As prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights, booking late may mean a more expensive air fare. |
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| Chaotic, colourful, and distinctly non-European in both appearance and atmosphere, ISTANBUL spans two continents and the many highlights include the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Mosque of Suleiman. |
| ERESIN CROWN HOTEL (Superior). Ref.TS64 |
| The remains of a
Byznatine palace were found when work began on this elegant hotel.
Located just below the Blue Mosque in the heart of Istanbul, the Eresin
Crown has 55 air-conditioned rooms and 4 suites (supplement applies),
all with jacuzzi baths. Has rooftop terrace resuarant with
stunning views plus bar & another restaurant. Email us if you have a specific departure date, duration and UK departure airport in mind and we will get back with a precise price. As prices are seasonal and are also affected by demand for the flights, booking late may mean a more expensive air fare. |
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