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posted by moth on 12 March 2007 at 14:16
A website with all the cheapest hostels in Paris, useful as cheap accommodation there is hard to find, these seem to have lots of character, when I've tried one I'll add another tip!
where, when, how, web
http://www.cheaphostel.com/
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Paris
hostel
paris
budget
character
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posted by moth on 12 March 2007 at 13:55
The Cliff is a top-class restaurant that I would recommend for any special occasion, amazing setting on a flame lit terrace.
where, when, how, web
see website
www.thecliffbarbados.com/
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St James
restaurant
terrace
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posted by moth on 11 March 2007 at 16:03
It's the cafe from Amelie! And it's in my favourite area of Paris, Montmartre. Have to confess to having been a complete tourist and following the Amelie trail, from the Carousel up the stairs to the Sacre Coeur, even past the grocers where the "tete d'oignon" worked! It was really surreal to sit there with a beer and remember the cafe-bar as it was in the film. It hasn't changed much at all, but it also doesn't feel like a tourist spot, with locals passing time just as the actors in the film did.
where, when, how, web
15 rue Lepic, 18e
Métro: Blanche
www.xs4all.nl/~couvreur/engl/travel/paris/amelie/intro.htm
01-42-54-90-50
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Paris
amelie
montmartre
cafe
sacre coeur
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posted by moth on 11 March 2007 at 15:37
An ancient fortress on the hills above the city. The Moorish architecture in the Caza Real is absolutely stunning and the intricate detail on every surface is awe-inspiring. You can get lost in the Generalife gardens, although when I went in August it was impossible not to be surrounded by people. The mix of architecture, from the Caza Real to the Charles V Palace, then to the oldest building of the complex, the Alcazaba castle; tells a story so some background reading would enhance your visit and understanding. You have to book the day before you arrive, in fact we booked a few months before we went on holiday just to be sure.
where, when, how, web
http://www.alhambragranada.info/en/
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Granada
architecture
moorish
castle
palace
granada
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posted by moth on 11 March 2007 at 15:08
A music festival to rival Glastonbury, end of July. I have been for the last two years and it was fantastic. I camped both times. With the heat forcing you out of your tent by 9am some may prefer one of the hotels but they're already booked out for this year's festival. Most popular bands playing this year are the Arctic Monkeys, Muse, The Hives, The Magic Numbers, The Human League ... and you're guaranteed the sunshine! Having said you're forced out of your tent by 9, a walk to the beach (30 mins) and a sleep in the shade sort you out, followed by a cold communal shower (for some companions one of the holiday's highlights!) then you're ready for the evening of live music, which starts about five and goes on through the night. There's a main stage a second stage and a dance tent, plus market stalls and some rest areas with screens to watch the stages from. Benicassim is a small town on the East coast of Spain and the beaches are beautiful, there are plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants along the beach front and it feels more like a proper holiday than any other festival I've been to. We booked a nice hotel in Valencia for the day after to explore the old town before the flight back - well advised as Valencia has a lot to offer, architecture (Calatrava's City of Arts & Science)gardens and the old town - actually a few days there would be well worth it. Do it!
where, when, how, web
www.fiberfib.com
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Benicasim
valencia
beach
restaurants
calatrava
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