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Most Unique Hotels in the World: Part 2

Author: Clementine Briand
04.28.2008

Cave Hotels:

Elkep Evi Cave HotelElkep Evi, Cappadocia, Turkey: Ancient caves converted into a beautiful and unique hotel. The suites include private terraces that open to a spectacular view of the Goreme National Park.

Le Prince Noir, les Baux de Provence, France: This French Bed and Breakfast was Roman-area fortress carved out of mountainside. This exclusive lodging is located in one of the most fascinating villages in the south of France.

RainForest:

Safariland Treehouse ViewSafariland Treehouse Resort, India: This Resort consists of four three-houses built from local materials and bamboo all about five meters high. This resort is for the truly adventurous traveler looking for an eco-experience.

Canopy Tower Ecolodge, Panama City, Panama: Built to defend the Panama Canal by the US Air Force this tower is tucked away in the heart of the Soberan­a National Park. Find yourself looking above the tree canopy, great for bird watchers and nature lovers.

Ariau Amazon Towers Hotel Ariau Amazon Towers Hotel, Manaus, Brazil: This hotel is made of four Kilometers of connecting walkways and lodges located deep the Amazon rainforest. Immerse yourself in the beauty of one of the most exceptional wildernesses of the world.

Most Unique Hotels in the World: Part 1

Author: Clementine Briand
04.21.2008

If your looking for a change from the usual hotel stay these are some the most unique hotels in the world. You’ll discover that your hotel stay can be the most amazing part of your vacation!

Utter Inn-roomUnderwater Hotels:
Jules Undersea Lounge, Key Largo, Florida: The original undersea hotel where experienced divers swim 21 feet below the surface and enter into a most amazing undersea experience.

Utter Inn, Vasteras, Sweden: A floating/underwater hotel where your room is submerged three meters below the surface of Lake Mälaren. You’ll sleep in your own private underwater aquarium.

King Pacific Lodge BCFloating Hotels:
Lifeboat Hotel, Harlingen, Netherlands: The Lilla Marras lifeboat was in service during the 1950’s through the 1970’s. But now it has been converted into luxury accommodations. Anchored in Harlingen it features cozy rooms and modern amenities.

King Pacific Lodge, Vancouver, Canada: Only accessible by floatplane this luxury lodge is set in the heart of the Canadian wilderness; for people who are looking for the peace found when surrounded by nature.

Iglu Dorf HotelIce Hotels:
Ice Hotel Quebec-Canada, SAINTE-CATHERINE-DE-LA-JACQUES-CARTIER, Quebec, Canada: You’ll be staying in one of the most skillfully crafted hotels made entirely out of ice and snow. It is truly a winter wonderland.

Iglu-Dorf, Switzerland & Germary: Each hotel is a collection of Igloos. There is everything for bars to jacuzzis all made out of ice and snow.

Aurora Ica Museum-SkyAurora Ice Museum, Alaska: The Ice Museum allows guests year round access to rooms built out of ice carved by champion ice sculptor Steve Brice. And it is one of the only places in the world to see the Northern lights (Aurora borealis).

Modern Vacation Hot Spots

Author: Josh Friedman
04.16.2008

I specialize in modern, unusual, and traditional travels which have currently become the most popular kind of travel for celebrities. It has become popular because hotels are now more than a place to sleep, they are part of the experience. Europe is now a common vacation spot so for those who are looking for something different South America, Africa, and Asia are the new hot spots. And contrary to what you may think about these countries vacations to these exotic areas can be very luxurious.

Explora Hotel-PatagoinaFor vacations South America I suggest Argentina and Chile. Argentina is where the Iguazu Waterfall is found, it is one of the most magnificent natural wonders of the world. This is a great location for those looking for outdoor adventure for one can walk right through the falling water, or take a boat to the mouth of the fall, or explore the National Park that surrounds it. In Chile one can explore any and all kinds of natural landscapes. One of the most stunning views of Chile is from the The Explora Hotel in Patagonia, Chile. This is a remarkable hotel tucked away in a biosphere reserve containing waterfalls, glaciers, forests, and granite pillars all more than 2,000 meters above the Patagonian steppes. Both of these locations will leave you in awe at the natural beauty this world has to offer.

Six Senses Resort-VietnamCambodia and Vietnam are some of the up and coming vacation spots in Asia. The hotels are very chic and modern with the highest quality service. In Cambodia the The FCC Angkor is found in the heart of Siem Reap and overlooks the Siem Reap River. The hotel is also only minutes away from the striking and remarkable Angkor Wat temples. In Vietnam the Six Senses Resort, located on the Ninh Van Bay overlooking the China Sea, is a prefect hideaway when you’re looking to get away from it all. With white sand beaches in front of you and mountains surrounding you, the stress of life will just melt away.

Royal Malewane-RoomAfrica now has some of the top hotels in the world. The Royal Malewane, is for those looking for a place to escape, located deep in the South African bush one is surround by wild splendor. This kind of experience is for the more adventurous traveler who wants to experience Africa in its natural state. In Botswana the Sanctuary Lodges and Camps are a great way to experience Africa. Sanctuary has four locations in Botswana all luxury, all set in the heart of Botswana’s wilderness. If your looking for where luxury meets adventure Africa is just the place.