19th arrondissement
With so many Parisian hotels done in fiercely good taste, there’s something refreshing about one with a loose Eighties theme and a heavy color scheme on hot pink. It starts with the words ‘Forever Young’ on a rug beside the entrance, but goes further. The lyrics from the 1984 hit by German synth band Alphaville are woven into the design of two custom-made wallpapers; and when you pop a cassette into the USB-port-enabled boomboxes – there’s one in every room – the Jay-Z version of the song comes on. Yes, this is that place – where green neon…
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Skift Take
Apple doesn’t let Best Buy discount iPhones, and hoteliers don’t want online travel agencies like Agoda to undercut their rates. A win for the hotel industry would be a loss for travelers.
Dennis Schaal
Online Travel This Week
You see it everyday on hotel price comparison platforms such as Google: There’s the hotel’s official price on its website, and in swoops Singapore-based online travel agency Agoda.com with a lower rate, that’s $20 or $30 lower.
That sets up a seemingly ever-present clash of hotel industry rules, where online travel agencies aren’t supposed to undercut the rates posted on…
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Toronto is a vibrant city that attracts visitors from all over the world. It’s known for its dynamic arts scene, luxury boutiques, showy nightclubs, eclectic culture, delicious food and exciting draws. When it comes to accommodations, many luxury hotels offer top-notch conveniences and services, such as spas, fine dining restaurants, and rooftop bars. However, these hotels can often come with a high price tag, making them unaffordable for many travelers. Fortunately, many affordable options provide a luxurious experience without breaking the bank. Whether people are calling on a couple’s retreat or a fun weekend with friends, there’s a ton to…
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The author in the bathroom of her suite at the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas.Emily Hochberg/Insider
This month, I checked into the five-star Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas for the first time.
The hotel is centrally located on the Las Vegas Strip, with no on-site casino.
I stayed in a one-bedroom city view suite and felt like a VIP after years in cheap Vegas rooms.
When I found myself traveling between Utah and California with my family and in need of a pit stop, I booked a night in Las Vegas.
The author with her husband and child in Las Vegas.Emily Hochberg/Insider…
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If you’re visiting Vancouver’s downtown core, you might not need the many of the amenities offered at costly hotel locations. With such an exciting city that has so many options to explore, you’re better off saving all the bells and whistles to get an affordable rate in a better location.
Located right next to BC Place, and a short distance from the Skytrain, the YWCA Vancouver Hotel is a hidden gem in the heart of the city, and it’s perfectly positioned for you to access the best restaurants and entertainment downtown has to offer.
YWCA Vancouver Hotel
As one of…
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