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Where to Stay? Bali Villas or Hotels 0

Posted on November 20, 2009 by dorisch

Bali is a very popular holiday destination for both families and couples alike for many years. When it comes to choosing best accommodation deals in Bali, the choices are limitless.

Both Bali hotels and villas shall give you some advantages. For those who want a hotel that has a nice beach front or hotel by the sea or a room that facing the ocean, Bali Hotel is an easier choice, because most of luxury Bali Hotels that line the coast of Bali. There are plentiful of hotels either in building style or in Balinese style bungalow, both offer modern comports and excellent service, but without maximum privacy. Most Bali Hotels have one or more restaurants and bars that offer a wide range of local and international cuisines. Also sports and Spa facilities are usually available like tennis, billiards, squash, fitness center, games room, and some with golf course. My friend in the car accessories business travel to Bali a few times a year just to play golf and enjoy the beaches.

For those who want to enjoy a total privacy and perhaps a perfect Balinese lifestyle, stay at a private villa is a right choice. One can enjoy the luxury of a beautiful private villa with air-conditioned bedrooms and tropical bathrooms to dream about, spacious living and dining areas and spacious terraces, a lush tropical garden with your own private swimming pool, and well-trained house staff to take care of everything around the clock. And you’ll appreciate the comfort and informality you can only experience in a private home. Be warned that a villa won’t fit into your bargain accommodation list :)

Cheap Accommodation Rates in Bali 0

Posted on November 10, 2009 by dorisch

Bali is a popular holiday destination for many people including families, couples, newly weds and anyone who is looking to recharge and unwind. In the recent years, more cheap accommodation rates are available as more villas and accommodation have been added to the island.

Bali is known for its magnificent mountains, alluring sea, beaches, pristine forest, waterfall, hot spring, rice fields, flora, fauna, traditional villages, etc. Holiday makers like to go to the places where they can recharge their souls, unwind, release the tension from work, and simply enjoy what life has to offer. You can find many luxury villas in the island. They are mostly self contained with a nice plunge pool, butler, garden landscape, relaxing lounge space with furnace filters, patio, luxury spas..etc.

While enjoying the great view, you may thoroughly enjoy the adventures in Bali through joining adventure activities that available in Bali, such as: horse riding, elephant ride, quad & buggy ride, bungy jumping, buggy drive, village trekking, forest & mountain trekking, cycling, hiking, rafting, sea cruise, land cruise, scuba/diving, snorkelling, water sports, land tours, golf, and so on. With a long list of activities, it’s hard to get bored in beautiful bali! If you are searching for cheap accommodation rates, avoid traveling during the peak seasons and school holidays.




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Phuket Trip: A Favourite Destination 0

Posted on October 24, 2009 by dorisch

Earlier this year, we traveled to Phuket with a few good friends and had a jolly good time. The tropical of Phuket is also known for its boasting of numerous amazing Phuket islands, Phuket hotel resorts, Phuket villas and private islands which make this land all the more attractive and a favorite destination for travelers. It is not hard to find the best accommodation deals in Phuket Island at affordable prices.

All the exciting features of a tropical island can be found at Phuket ranging from coral sandy beaches and azure seas to plush vegetation hills and Cobalt seas. While the nature lovers can find solace in secluded beaches, adventurous people can go on treks through waterfalls and jungles. Even the worshippers of Sun can experience peace of mind at the Phuket islands. For those sun worshippers, you may want to get ready those weight loss supplements before heading for your beach holiday.

There are various Phuket hotel resorts that offer the tourists with the facilities of luxurious swimming pools, spas and other modern amenities. Various private islands have also gained a high place as the number of tourists increase with each passing year.

Stay Bed and Breakfast for Cheap Accommodation Rates 0

Posted on July 22, 2009 by dorisch

Traveling for business or vacationing always has one thing in common; you need a place to stay. Unfortunately, many individuals choose large hotel chains which have no personality and do nothing more than provide a place to sleep for their guests. However, when business and vacation travelers choose to stay at a Bed and Breakfast they are able to enjoy their trip even more simply because Bed and Breakfast inns focus on each individual guest. In fact, there are several benefits a Bed and Breakfast has over regular hotels other than the fact that you can get cheap accommodation rates in some places.

Many bed and breakfasts are typically small and have a limited number of rooms to rent out. They are usually family run business. However, each room has a lot of personality and is generally decorated around a theme and focuses on the comfort of guests. I called staying in one of them when we attended a baby announcements party in New Zealand. Each room is usually decorated in an elegant at-home way that is easily enjoyed by guests who want comfortable and beautiful surroundings to enjoy while on their trip. You certainly won’t encounter the generic rooms of common hotels. All in all, when you stay at a Bed and Breakfast you will feel at home.

Shopping In Hong Kong and Finding Best Accommodation Deals 0

Posted on July 03, 2009 by dorisch

I’ve been checking for cheap airfares and best accommodation deals for Hong Kong. A few friends are heading for this shopping city end of the year and I’m hoping that I can bring my son to Hong Kong Disneyland too.

Hong Kong is one of the greatest shopping centers of the world. Due to its status as a free port, tourists traveling to China and Hong Kong can find the best deals anywhere in the world. Hong Kong hosts a lot of different items from all over the world. For me, Nathan Road in Kowloon is a popular Hong Kong shopping street that is known for its various boutiques that are popular to night shoppers. In The Nathan Road, your most valuable asset is your money and your ability to haggle. If you win, you can find the greatest deals. But if you lose, you will find yourself with overpriced pieces. In this street, the haggling is part of the shopping experience that is hard to replace.

What I missed last year was the Stanley Market, which is also known for the excitement and local charm. Home to the best Chinese artworks and souvenirs, you can find lots of Mao items that you can take home. This experience is literally a drive to the jungle. If haggling is the unique experience in Nathan, then the journey is the featured experience here.

Best to the best accommodation deals in Hong Kong, you can search hotels and compare prices first before making any reservation. For me, I’m hoping to find a nice hotel with good exercise equipment so that I can work out to shed those pounds during our vacation.

Grab Best Accommodation Deals In Singapore 0

Posted on June 11, 2009 by dorisch

Finding a hotel in Singapore is so easy and convenient these days. What more, you can search for best accommodation deals with no hassle with the help of the internet.

I was checking out some Singapore hotels who are offering cheap accommodation rates after reading that many hotels are offering free night stay during the Great Singapore Sale. Some of the good and affordable hotels to stay in Singapore include Grand Park City Hall, Elizabeth Hotel, Marina Mandarin, Orchard Hotel and Citadines Apartments at Wilkie Road, to name a few. Personally, I like the ideal location of Fairmont Hotel and Swissotel but it can be a little pricey. For good location and better affordability, Carlton Hotel is a good choice. Even though some travelers’ reviews aren’t so favourable, I haven’t had any issues with this hotel after staying there for a few occasions. Plus, the Chinese restaurant serves good tim sum.

In Singapore, it is easy to travel around with the efficient public transport and with the additional walking, you can put your Atrophex to work! So if you are thinking of a shop til you drop kind of vacation, head down to Singapore this summer and grab the best accommodation deals online. Compare hotels at SearchYourHotel.com

Best Accommodation Deals in Singapore during the Great Singapore Sale 0

Posted on June 10, 2009 by dorisch

I was pleasantly surprised to read that hotels in Singapore are offering special deals during the Great Singapore Sale. From what I read, you can get best accommodation deals such as getting a free night stay in selected hotels. This is not only good news for travelers but for the locals who have no plans to travel overseas.

After a few days’ break in Singapore, I feel so refreshed. I had a good time shopping even though I wished I had more time! Whenever I’m in Singapore, time seems to fly pass so fast. Many retailers are offering good discounts and if you are feeling the credit crunch during this economic crisis, this is a good time to save on your purchases. Though some retail shops are only offering low discounts, you can expand your options and shop in places with real bargains. Grabbing off season clothing will help to save some bucks too.

Whether it’s buying Mp3 players or a spa package, taking a trip to Singapore during the Great Singapore Sale is a good time. What more, you can get the best accommodation deals in some 5 star hotels!

Cheap Accommodation rates in Singapore 0

Posted on June 04, 2009 by dorisch

Looking for nice and cheap accommodation hotels can be tough when you are traveling to cities like Singapore and Hong Kong. Most of the time, cheap hotels are dodgy, filthy, far from the city and have poor facilities.

When we were in Hong Kong last year, it was hard finding cheap accommodation that were nice and well located. Being a city with the scarcity of land, most Hong Kong hotels are small in space and can get expensive during peak seasons. Finally we settled for Lanson Place and I fell in love with the apartment hotel and location – awesome place.

Now, if you are traveling to Singapore and would like a nice, decent and clean accommodation to sleep for a night or two, you may want to check out Hangout @ Mt Emily. Situated in Mt Emily, about 10 minutes leisure walk to the Dhoby Ghaut train station, this is a beautiful and chic hotel that offers cheap accommodation rates. Dormitory rates start from S$34 which includes a basic breakfast. I mean, if you have been to Singapore, you know that an accommodation iat the edge of the city would have cost more. With all the basic facilities, this place caters to all the needs of a traveler.

I’m definitely going to recommend to a friend in the debt consolidation business who is searching for cheap accommodation rates in Singapore. With turbulent times like these, staying in a chic hotel like this is truly a gem find. Otherwise, you can compare hotels and search out more great places to stay in Singapore.

Cheap Accommodation Rates in Phuket 0

Posted on May 01, 2009 by dorisch

From Sunday onwards, I would be enjoying the beaches, sun, fun and good food with my group of cool friends in Phuket! This is one island where cheap accommodation rates is widely available especially if you are not traveling in peak season.

After much research, I have booked the group with Phuket Sail Tours for our island excursion. This is going to be exciting as we will be booking a private charter for the group. Sailing in the Songkai, exploring the hongs and caves will be part of the itinerary, not forgetting the yummy good food!

I better remind hubby to bring along his colon cleansing supplement since we will be indulging in the local delicacies in the island. Our driver will be taking us around and it’s going to be a real adventure for us all.

Searching for cheap accommodation rates, check out SearchYourHotel.com, your stop to compare hotels and discount accomodation.

Good Accomodation Deals and Great Company in Phuket 0

Posted on April 29, 2009 by dorisch

In a few days’ time, we’ll be heading to Phuket with a group of friends. This is our first group trip with our little one around and we manage to get some good accomodation deals with Mai Khao Beach Club, a property of Marriott timeshare group.

It’s exciting to be staying in the new 2 bedroom villa with a plunge pool so everyone is going to have some real fun. After reading so many reviews in the forum, we have hired a driver for our trip and will be doing an island outing too. I am looking forward to some yummy thai food and an authentic thai massage and my other half is all geared up for his kitesurfing lessons.

So glad that I have one of those small netbooks to bring along the trip so that I can still check my emails. HOpefully the internet connection isn’t going to cost me too much!

Best accomodation deals, good company and delicious local food are all awaiting us in Phuket. I can’t wait!



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