Driving the Autobahn

I was very young when I first became aware of the Autobahn. I learned about it from reading a novel, where the character was cruising along at unimaginable speeds, running from whoever dared to chase him at the pace he was going. At the time, I thought the book too fantastic to be true — a fantasy or sci-fi novel. When I was a teenager, I remember reading some facts about the Autobahn and finding that the "fantastic" story I had read was actually very plausible, and that German roads are just that good.

The Autobahn was the world's first motorway, and German love of engineering for fast and efficient transportation is well known. On the Autobahn there is no blanket speed limit (though there are spots that limits are posted, where the road might be particularly dangerous). Germany's national roads (Bundersstraßen), state roads (Staatstraße), and country roads (Landestraße) are all wonderfully maintained, and make for a great time on a driving tour of the country. (One of my favorite ways to travel.)

If you decide to hit the road in Germany, you can find Munich Hotels, Frankfurt Hotels, Köln Hotels, Berlin Hotels, or hotels at any stop along the Autobahn. Just check out hoteldeutsche.com for the best deals on German hotels.


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Vienna and Berlin

When you travel to Europe, you will want to make sure and take in Vienna and Berlin. For me, when I think of these two great capitol cities, the sounds of classical music just roll through my mind, and I can't help but feel a little nostalgic for an age gone by.

When you make your journey to Germany and Austria, make sure to check cheaperthanhotels.com for great prices on Hotels in Berlin (for a German version, see Hotels in Berlin) and Hotels in Vienna (Hotels in Viennafor a German version). When you visit the site, you'll find all sorts of great information, and great bargains too.

You can get a direct flight between Berlin and Vienna on Lufthansa. The flight operates daily, and it will allow you to take in all the great sites of those two lovely cities.

Visit cheaperthanhotels.com before you pack your bags. You'll be very pleased with the savings you'll find there. You can even find good deals on last minute accommodations when you visit their website.

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Travel to London

When I first set foot in London, I was like an excited kid setting out on a big adventure. Well, I wasn't just like that -- I was that.

I found London to be a must-see city, a place everyone who loves to see the world should see at least once. I loved walking through Westminster Abbey, strolling on the Thames, and wandering here and there about Piccadilly Circus. I loved the touring through the Tower of London. And I just generally loved the feel of the city. It is so rich in history. (It's a feeling I also got while sitting in the Forbidden City many years later.)

One of the trips we took out of London was to Oxford, and I have to admit... that was like a bit of heaven. The countryside viewed along the way was gorgeous, and visiting the very literary-feeling places around there was right up my alley.

When you visit London, let cheaperthanhotels.co.uk help make your trip more affordable. They've got great deals on hotels in London, hotels in Birmingham, hotels in Manchester, and on hotels all over the UK. Wherever you are sent within the UK on business trips, you can find affordable hotels from cheaperthanhotels.co.uk. And, it is very worth your time to make a stop in London while you are there. At the website, you can choose from luxury hotels in London's West End, such as Hyde Park or Mayfair, or more affordable options such as those found in Bayswater, Victoria or Paddington. They have it all at cheaperthanhotels.co.uk, and you are sure to find the right options for your needs.


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A Web Resource for Bookings

Eurobookings.com has lots of great resources for you when you want to book your hotel online. At the site, users will find an easy-to-book European hotel reservations center, full of information that will prove invaluable once the travel starts.

It's a very easy to use interface. Visitors to the site can sort information by hotels near specified landmarks, hotel popularity, proximity to airports, and hotel reviews. I just watched the old Audrey Hepburn / Gregory Peck movie Roman Holiday last night, and that prompted me to browse through the section on Rome when I visited the site for review. I like how easy it is to navigate through, especially using the pop-up map. And it's impressive how many hotels there are clustered in the center of the city on the map it pulled up.

Customers who book through the site do not pay a reservation fee or pay for the accommodations in advance. Instead, they pay when they check out of the hotel. This is a good way to ensure that your accommodations will be up to expectation.

At Eurobookings.com, you will find a unique hotel guide section that describes museums, landmarks, and unique attractions to visit when you travel through different parts of Europe. The hotel guide section is one of the most useful parts of this site. Before you travel to Europe, you might want to stop in there and have a look. I think you'll find the kind of deals you are looking for.

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Tokyo: Defining Efficiency

Tokyo is the most common stopping point on my trips from Singapore to the US. I think I have lost count of how many times I have been in Tokyo. Everything in the city seems to be efficient, well-run, and clean.

Hotels in Tokyo are no exception. In fact, you will find some of the best service in the world at Tokyo hotels. Whether you are staying in one of the top of the line palatial-feeling places, or if you are in one of the budget hotels in Tokyo, you are sure to enjoy the experience of a clean, comfortable, well-run place. Courtesy is always extended, the rooms are always clean, and the service is always top-notch.

And, contrary to popular opinion, hotels in Tokyo don't have to break the bank. It is possible to find decent prices on accommodations for your travels throughout Tokyo and all of Japan. Visit asia-hotels.com to look for good deals on Tokyo hotels.

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Website Review: Tripadvisor at Typepad

At Tripadvisor.com, hotels are reviewed and selected for the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice based on the unbiased reviews of millions of travelers at the site. One of the most entertaining entries i've seen at TripAdvisor.com can be found here.

This review awards the dirtiest hotels, unlike the usual most romantic award, or best luxury hotel, that sort of thing. No, this post is entitled Great Hotels for People You Hate, and is targeted at pointing you to the worst possible places to stay. It is a fun read-through, and offers good, er... recommendations? Well, recommendations of places to avoid, at least!

Take a look at the site. It is amusing, and might save you some headaches before your next trip.