Bvlgari Hotel, London

What inspiration for a visit to London! 

Nick from the Bvlgari Hotel London was in with amazing photos and some great stories about the new Bvlgari hotel that is to open in May 2012.

Bvlgari is known worldwide for their exquisite jewelry and have opened 3 hotels around the world with their 4^th to open in London. 

Mr. Bvlgari was originally a silver smith and this can be seen throughout the hotel. With Silver, gold’s, and jewel tones throughout the hotel.  Their concept is when you walk into your room you feel like you’re walking into a piece of jewelry.  The Bvlgari will open May 28^th with 85 rooms in what will be the “greenest hotel in London” complete with a Bee hive on the roof.    The hotel is situated across from Hyde Park, which is the largest city park in the world, and their back door is mere metres from Harrods front door.

What do you think is the number 1 item purchased in a hotel restaurant? 

A burger – I know I’ve purchased my fare share!  A group of staff was sent to New York, where the best hamburgers are created for a tasting. And the result is they believe they have one of the best burgers in the world.  You be the judge of that.

Hostels that are a bit different

Heading out on a trip? Keeping things on a budget ?  Check out the locations of these Hostels.

  

Ottawa Ontario, Canada:  This one is an old Jail.

 
Stayokay Domburg, Netherlands: This one is a castle.The 13th century castle is within walking distance of the beach. In summer you can congregate on the terrace with its amazing view of the dunes. The rooms are in the main building and in the two carriage houses.  
 



Stockholm, Sweden: This on is on a Jumbo Jet!



  

Bay of Island, The Rock, New Zealand: This one is a boat ! The Rock is New Zealand’s biggest house boat, built to offer a warm, homely, stable environment for cruising the Bay of Islands. The Rock is suitable for travellers of all ages who enjoy great company, new experiences, and who don’t mind getting their feet wet. Our overnight cruise allows guests to encounter everything the Bay has to offer and reflects the adventurous Kiwi spirit. 

Xi'an-Qixian, China: This one is housed in classic Chinese row houses.

World's Largest around the world

Have you ever wonder where the world's largest Banana lives ? Or a blue ox ?
Well here is a listing of some great GIANT  hot spots to visit while out travelling !

Big Banana
      New South Wales, Australia

Australians love their Big Things, and the Big Banana is one of the most beloved. It was first built to attract passing drivers to a road side banana stall. Now it boasts a cafe, shop and even an ice rink!

The Big Rocking Horse
      Gumeracha, Adelaide Hills, South Australia

You can climb to the top of The Big Rocking Horse, which stands at 18 metres high. Then visit the seven-acre animal park where, among other things, wallabies can be hand-fed. Relax and enjoy a meal or coffee in the licensed, child-friendly cafe, outdoor patio or shaded picnic area.
Wander through the Toy Factory to see Australia's largest range of quality wooden toys. A huge range of imported, educational wooden toys are available, as well as an impressive supply of souvenirs.



Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox
      Bemidji, Minnesota, USA

Named "the second most photographed statues in the US" by Kodak, the statues of the mythical king lumberjacks, Paul, and his faithful ox, Babe are on the US National Register of Historic Places. However, this duo also protects the "Trees of Mystery" (Redwood forest) in Klamath California. And in Blind River Ontario Canada

Taking a trip along the Trans Canada Highway? http://tipsbythetravelgroup.blogspot.ca/2012/03/worlds-largest.html