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

Pacific Grove in Bloom

This small town of 15,000 sits at the tip of the scenic

Monterey Peninsula in Monterey County and is

known for its beaches,  golf courses, its Monterey Bay 

Marine Sanctuary, its Monterey Bay Aquarium, its

Monarch butterflies and for having one of the oldest

 operating lighthouses in the country.  It is also

 referred to as "America's Last Hometown" because

 of the vast amount of Victorian homes (many of which

 have been turned into bed and breakfast inns).

There is nothing better than strolling along 

Ocean Avenue.  On one side you have

the gorgeous Monterey Bay....

...and on the other side of the street you have the

stunning architecture of homes, inns and 

restaurants...

 ...and as you are walking along thinking it just

cannot get any prettier than what you have already

witnessed, you stumble across this...

 ...and just about the time you cannot imagine anything

more beautiful, you are in for a real treat as it 

just gets more and more beautiful...

The beautiful coastal town of Pacific Grove shines

exceptionally bright during the months of April and 

May when the Mesembryanthemum flowers (more

popularly known as "carpet flowers") are in full bloom.

The carpet flowers do not come around much, 

but that will not be the same for me....

...after all, you still get this view year round!

MAY YOU FIND BEAUTY IN YOUR WALK OF LIFE...

TRAVEL M GIRL