Capri

There are two musts on how to truly enjoy the enchanting Isle of Capri--you must stay on Capri overnight and you must experience Capri by the sea.  Both of these give the opportunity to experience Capri in the way it was meant to be seen.  But, if you only give Capri one day then you must take time out to take a boat ride around the island.  It will be the three best hours of your life!

It is obvious from the moment you dock at Capri Marina Grande that there are lots of boats from tiny fishing boats to extremely large yachts.  And, you will notice many tour boats that are packed with tourists.  A large tour boat is no way to enjoy the stunning coastal line around the island.  It is well worth your money to get a private boat.  You can make the boat as fancy as you want, but what you get to see in a smaller, private boat will give you opportunities to get deep into the grottos, swim at your leisure in the beautiful waters of the Mediterranean, get right up to the Faraglioni Rocks, access beaches and maybe even do some double-take looks at the magnificent scenery you are witnessing.

    For great information on Capri and about private boat tours, you can visit www.capri.com.  

It is non-stop breathtaking views whether you are on the Mediterranean
or just capturing the views on land.  It is all good!

THE BEST SOUVENIRS ARE STORED
 IN OUR HEARTS AND MEMORIES!

TRAVEL M GIRL

It's Only You and Me in Madrid

There is certainly a lot to see in Madrid....

...the architecture, the history....

...the tradition!

However, no trip is complete without staying at 

Only You Hotel and Lounge in Madrid.  This hip, contemporary

boutique hotel not only has the gift of location, but it offers

 impeccable service, decor and atmosphere that is hard to beat!

A refurbished palace dating from the 19th century in the heart

of Madrid, the interiors have been fashionably designed by

Lazaro Rosa Violan giving Only You its classic style

with Mediterranean touches.  

And, even though you are just steps away from all 

that Madrid has to offer, including great restaurants and shops, the

hotel itself is located on a quiet street on Calle Barquillo.

From the moment you walk in their doors, you

know you are going to enjoy the experience.  The

vibe is calm and cool and the staff could not

be any better!

There are unique touches everywhere from the vintage painted luggage 

behind the check-in desk to the beautifully ornate blue tiled elevators.

The lounge areas are inviting and relaxing.  Even check out the 

Veuve Clicquot sitting on the table.  Yes, I believe I did

partake in having a glass or two during my stay.

Warmth combined with high, airy ceilings give

this boutique hotel a spacious yet intimate atmosphere.

The cocktail bar and lounge are just the

perfect place to unwind after a busy day in Madrid.

And, the beauty of the interior continues into the

rooms which offer a quiet retreat in this busy city.

This is the perfect spot to start your day.

An enclosed atrium offers a bright and airy 

atmosphere to the downstairs lounge which they more 

appropriately call "The Padrino".

My only complaint about this stay is how sad it made

 me feel to leave.  If I could have packed up this hotel 

in my bag, I would have done it! (Fear of the baggage

charge from the airline was a factor in my decision.)

  

For more information go to:
www.preferredhotels.com
www.onlyyouhotels.com


IT'S ONLY YOU AND ME FROM
NOW ON IN MADRID

TRAVEL M GIRL

Say "Oui" to the La Voile d'Or Hotel

You know it's going to be a good day when you haven't

even landed and you look out your airplane window 

to this beautiful scene below!

Located midway between Nice and Monaco on a picturesque

peninsula along the French Riviera sits the quaint

village of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.

A stroll along the port of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is

as inviting as it is enchanting.

Whether it's watching veterans who have lined 

up for a parade, or you want to take a boat out,

or dine, or shop or nestle up to a quaint bar, there are

 endless ways to be entertained.  On the other hand,

you may simply enjoy the act of doing nothing.  Either

 way, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat will fill your pleasures.

At the end of the harbor sits La Voile d'Or Hotel.

With it's spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea

it is a feast for the eyes and soul.  This boutique

hotel is the perfect place to unwind.

Whether you are at their beach, gardens, pool, restaurant

of rooms, you can enjoy the magnificent views of the

sea, port and charming village of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.'

Gourmet dining and a vibrant piano bar make this

the place to be once the sun goes down.

You'll pack home great memories after a 

a visit to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

and La Voile d'Or Hotel!

For more information go to:

www.lavoiledor.fr

MAY YOU TREASURE THE MEMORIES

AND LOCK THEM IN YOUR HEART

TRAVEL M GIRL