2013 Destinations: the island of Kos

Kos or Cos, located on the Egeo sea, is a beautiful 282 square-metre Greek island that has become one of the reference summer destinations in Europe thanks to its natural attractions. Selected as a destination 2013, the island of Kos offers a relaxing holiday to couples or families in a perfect setting for a business or incentive trip. 

Its proximity to Turkey -the island is located just 4 km away from Bodrum by sea- provides the island with a special charm, a combination of plains and mountains above the sea level. Its main city, Cos, was reconstructed after an earthquake and although its origins date back to the Achaeans, the city became Italian, German during the II World War occupation and finally a British protectorate. The island has belonged to Greece since 1947 and it is one of the best preserved gems of the country. 

The island can be visited by car or by boat and it features astonishing coves and beaches perfect to wander by the sea. The names of the villages are surprising and are part of the legacy of their own history: Paradise, Crazy Beach, Ai loani (north) and the beautiful region of Kefalu, among others. 

Typical taverns to savour the most authentic gastronomy, a visit to the thermal bathrooms and boat trips to the desert beach... The entertainment activity programme is infinite and invites you to discover the island in a carefree way. 

Regarding the accommodation, we suggest you choose a hotel in Kos which offers good connections to the capital without giving up enjoying a room in Kos close to the sea. The surroundings of the cities of Kos and Tigaki are a must visit, as they offer you good hotel services in Kos and a close location to the airport. 

Iberostar Bellevue: a doorway to the Adriatic

We have been looking for hotels located in different European destinations in the beach resort catalogue for this summer 2013. Among all the hotels from the portfolio, the Iberostar Bellevue Hotel represents a doorway to the Adriatic, a sea which is on a par with the Mediterranean when it comes to cleanness, quality and crystal clear waters. Besides, the Adriatic sea bathes shores which have been hardly explored up to now. 

The Bellevue Hotel is a complete 4-star resort in Budva from the Spanish chain Iberostar Hotels & Resorts. Its full All Inclusive board includes special services for trips as a couple or family trips.

Swimming pools for adults and children, sauna, Turkish bathroom, massages, sports and gym, entertainment for adults and miniclub for children... The facilities and rooms of this hotel in Budva, as well as the personal treatment from the staff are good and the quality-price ratio is perfect. 

However, the privileged location is the hallmark of this hotel: at the seafront of Plaza Becici beach, on Budva coast (Montenegro). Furthermore, the hotel features 40.000 square metres of well-cared gardens located between the sea and the mountains: an astonishing landscape. 

The keys:

• All Inclusive Hotel located on Montenegro coast
• Resort with 6 bars, one of them on the beach, and 2 restaurants. 
• Hotel with spa and gym
• Hotel with Miniclub and local folklore. 

New spa in Palma, at just a stone’s throw away from the beach

The Hotel Marina Luz, an Adults Only hotel located next to the beach of Cala Estancia and right in the heart of the Bay of Palma, is preparing the inauguration of a spa centre which will feature as part of its’ facilities from January 2014. 

With a built area of more than 110 m2 and and 200 m2 of open terrace area, this new wellness centre will offer all types of services to look after your body and soul: sauna, jacuzzi, relax area, massage cabins, gym… And of course, not forgetting the spectacular sea views as the spa will be located on the solarium of this modern hotel in the Bay of Palma. 

The materials from which the spa centre will be built have been carefully selected, with the aim to balance style and good taste, whilst bearing in mind the comfort of the guests. For example, the facade will be built with iroko wood, both durable and stylish. The spa will also offer a reception area for all guests, where detailed information will be available and bookings will be taken for the services offered. 

The access to the spa will be free of charge for all guests of the hotel during the Winter, until March (including this month). During the Summer months, the spa will be included in the accommodation price of all guests who have booked the Junior Suite rooms. All treatments and massages will be detailed in the spa menu, along with the charges. 

Included in the concept of Adults Only accommodation in Mallorca, the Hotel Marina Luz is known as being one of the prime hotels in Palma due to its’ location: only a short distance away from the beach of Cala Estancia and barely 5 minutes distance from the airport of Mallorca.

When added together with its’ sophisticated design and select ambience, all in all the hotel has become a perfect place to stay for couples and guests on business trips alike. During the whole year, it is a frequented hotel for weekend breaks, both for local and international tourists.

Whilst not being located in the city centre, the hotel offers its’ visitors accommodation surrounded by exceptional natural environment, and only 15 minutes away from the Cathedral of Mallorca. Plus, it is well connected with the rest of the island by motorway, and a quaint seafront promenade, which is directly connected to the centre of Palma, is right on the hotels’ doorstep. 

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Petit Palace Art Gallery: the art of being a boutique hotel in Madrid

The Petit Palace Art Gallery Hotel is a true boutique hotel in Madrid, an accommodation where you can find special services, well differentiated from those on offer at other urban hotels.

The building occupied, located in the area of the exclusive Calle Serrano, has a distinct presence in the city and its interior design is one of the most valued in the capital to the point that, for many visitors it is precisely the style and atmosphere of this small hotel that adds to its charm.

Share with other Petit Palace hotels its modern technology, its full services and its value for money: a hotel in Madrid with free WiFi and laptops in the rooms, pet friendly, has its own restaurant and serves breakfast... And all kinds of attention that go beyond the usual standards.

One of the strengths of this boutique in Serrano street are its rooms. The hotel offers quintuple rooms in the centre of Madrid: privileged spaces, with a versatile design suitable to accommodate groups of friends traveling to the capital. Bunk beds, big beds, full bathroom... Other rooms are designed for business clients and include a stationary bicycle and a working area, or for romantic escapades with your partner.

Given its location, much of the year it combines the nature of of luxury accommodation with that of a business hotel in Madrid, with a special conference room for businesses and a restaurant where to celebrate events, cocktails or events.

The key points:

· Hotel in the exclusive area of ​​Calle Serrano.

· Hotel in Madrid that is pet friendly.

· Rooms for groups and business.

· Rooms with free wifi in Madrid.

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