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Secret Hotels

”Where should we stay?” This may be the most vexing question facing anyone planning a holiday, especially travellers whose resources are limited. But finding affordable accommodation does not mean having to settle for surly desk clerks, paltry meals and a cramped hotel room whose only window faces a brick wall. Breathtaking views, attentive service, great on-site food and the full range of amenities are all available at a cost that won`t make you cringe. You just have to know where to look.That`s where ”Secret Hotels” comes in. Compiled by the editors of ”Budget Travel” magazine, this out-of-the-ordinary guidebook acquaints you with an enticing array of lodgings including beachside cottages, hilltop villas and gracious, family-run guesthouses where you can stay in
comfort and style without having to worry about breaking the bank. Setting its sights on eight of the world`s top travel destinations, including Provence, Tuscany, Tahiti, the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Cornwall, Bali and the French Riviera, ”Secret Hotels” scopes out the hidden treasures that, till now, have mostly been known only to the locals.The description of each hotel is accompanied by sumptuous colour photos of the grounds and interiors, and contact information and rates are provided.

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” Where should we stay?” This may be the most vexing question facing anyone planning a holiday, especially travellers whose resources are limited. But finding affordable accommodation does not mean having to settle for surly desk clerks, paltry meals & a cramped hotel room whose only window faces a brick wall. Breathtaking views, attentive service, great on-site food & the full range of amenities are all available at a cost that won`t make you cringe. You just have to know where to look. That`s where ” Secret Hotels” comes in. Compiled by the editors of ” Budget Travel” magazine, this out-of-the-ordinary guidebook acquaints you with an enticing array of lodgings including beachside cottages, hilltop villas & gracious, family-run guesthouses where you can stay in comfort & style without having to worry about breaking the bank. Setting its sights on eight of the world`s top travel destinations, including Provence, Tuscany, Tahiti, the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Cornwall, Bali & the French Riviera, ” Secret Hotels” scopes out the hidden treasures that, till now, have mostly been known only to the locals. The description of each hotel is accompanied by sumptuous colour photos of the grounds & interiors, & contact information & rates are provided.

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Hotel - An establishment which provides lodging for a fee

Wall - A physical barrier between two areas

Desk - A piece of furniture often used in and office for writing or computer use

World - A physical grouping, commonly used to describe earth and everything associated with ti

Colour - The categorised spectrum of light visable to humans

Comfort - something that feels nice to the user. Often relaxing.

Affordable - Something that is within a set price range that can be afforded due to its reasonable price.

Caribbean - An area of islands within the Caribbean sea.

Accommodation - A room in which someone can live in, for example in a hotel

Family - A group of people that live together made up from parents and children.

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Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.

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