Finally, the last day of our challenge. It's been a good month doing it together with the Hubby.
Here is a breakdown of what we spent for the whole month.
Gasoline: $61.39 (40.93%) One really can't survive in L.A. without a car.Food: $42.09 (28.06%) Thanks to the free employee meals, we saved a lot.
Cosmetics: $24.57 (16.38%) I was so glad even with these purchases, we still made it!
Others: $11.00 (7.33%) which include:
Medicine: $5.00 (3.33%)
Entertainment and fun: $3.25 (2.17%)
Laundry: $2.75 (1.83%)
Money remaining: $10.95 (7.3%)
The challenge has been fun with the Hubby doing it with me. He has been coorperative.
We will bring forward the remaining money into our eating out fund, which will start in November. From now on, we will limit $100 per month for eating out from January to August and October, September another $150 Challenge month, $300 for November and December for $200. We need to do this because sometimes we ended up spending more than $500 per month for eating out only, which is definitely very unhealthy practise.
And thank you to all of you who have been patiently supporting us this month. ^_^ I hope you had fun together "with us".
XOXO, Fish Fish
Sunday, October 31, 2010
WISDOM OF THE WORLD - WEEK 125
Amidst the crowd was a little lamb. This little one started climbing the hill on its own.. Perplexed at this, every goat in the crowd, except the mother of the lamb started bullying the little one… shouting out discouraging comments and making fun of the lamb. The mother watching silently just prayed that her little one be safe. Eventually the little lamb managed to climb the hill and eat the grass. At this, all the goats were astonished. They asked the mother of the lamb- “What was so special about your little one that it was able to achieve something that none was even ready to try?”…
At this the mother replied – “My little one is deaf”
The moral of the story is we should learn to focus on our goal in life and turn a deaf ear to all unwanted and discouraging talk that we have to face during our journey. Our biggest weakness could become our greatest strength if we could realise it and learn to look at only the positive aspects in life. In the end it is only perseverance and grace that will take us to the goal.
$150 Challenge: Day 30
We are almost there. 1 more day, and we can conquer our challenge this month.
Worked 10.5 hrs today. But I am not feeling tired, except for my legs. The sales at dinner was double lunch time.
A lot of people dressed in a fancy way, since there was a Halloween party 5 shops away. We had a greedy group of customers (three of them) who spent $50 on food, yet only tipped $3, and took two-hand full of trick or treat candy each person (which only meant for the little kids). So shameless!
Seriously, these people need to work in a restaurant to know how the business operates. Ok, better turn off my waiter's rant mode again. I need to finish this and enjoy my mask and shower time.
Remaining fund: $10.95.
No money spent!
So proud of ourselves. Halloween party tomorrow!! Just 5 min away from our house.
XOXO, Fish Fish
Worked 10.5 hrs today. But I am not feeling tired, except for my legs. The sales at dinner was double lunch time.
A lot of people dressed in a fancy way, since there was a Halloween party 5 shops away. We had a greedy group of customers (three of them) who spent $50 on food, yet only tipped $3, and took two-hand full of trick or treat candy each person (which only meant for the little kids). So shameless!
Seriously, these people need to work in a restaurant to know how the business operates. Ok, better turn off my waiter's rant mode again. I need to finish this and enjoy my mask and shower time.
Remaining fund: $10.95.
No money spent!
So proud of ourselves. Halloween party tomorrow!! Just 5 min away from our house.
XOXO, Fish Fish
Saturday, October 30, 2010
$150 Challenge: Day 29
Lalala~~~ two more days and we can accomplish our mission.
But we spent a lot on food today. It is better this way, since the Hubby has a strong tendency to eat snack. With bread, peanut butter and Cheetos at home, no excuse for him to buy some small portion overpriced snacks!
We bought 5 items.
The Hubby's mini M&M and mini Snickers $0.40
Sara Lee 100% Whole wheat bread $2.29 (Saved $1.70)
Skippy Extra Chunky Peanut Butter $2.50 (Saved $1.19)
Cheetos Limited Edition Mighty Zingers $0.99 (Saved $2.00)
Barilla Spaghetti Rigati $1.00 (Saved 1.19).
Total spent: $7.18 (Saved $6.08)
With that, we only have $10.95 remain. I forbid the Hubby and me to spend anymore money for tomorrow and Sunday. He wants to buy coffee tomorrow, I suggested he just go to World's Market and Sprout for his free coffee, like he did today. :P Better, make his own at home. An excuse for him to use his expresso machine.
Lunch picture: Handmade noodle. :P It was ok. The gluten network was not good. But edible. The soup and the other ingredients were yummy though.
Dinner. Love this one. My first time trying a Spaghetti Rigati, I actually prefer this over normal round spaghetti. Sugar cured country ham was browned with olive oil. Frozen zucchini and tomato were shimmered to soft. The fluid from these vege was added with Marsala wine, flour, powdered white pepper and garlic chips. Our patio basil leaves for garnishing.
It was awesome. The salty and sweet ham added such a good flavor to the whole plate.
Weekends with a lot of Halloween fun is coming. ^_^
XOXO, Fish Fish
But we spent a lot on food today. It is better this way, since the Hubby has a strong tendency to eat snack. With bread, peanut butter and Cheetos at home, no excuse for him to buy some small portion overpriced snacks!
We bought 5 items.
The Hubby's mini M&M and mini Snickers $0.40
Sara Lee 100% Whole wheat bread $2.29 (Saved $1.70)
Skippy Extra Chunky Peanut Butter $2.50 (Saved $1.19)
Cheetos Limited Edition Mighty Zingers $0.99 (Saved $2.00)
Barilla Spaghetti Rigati $1.00 (Saved 1.19).
Total spent: $7.18 (Saved $6.08)
With that, we only have $10.95 remain. I forbid the Hubby and me to spend anymore money for tomorrow and Sunday. He wants to buy coffee tomorrow, I suggested he just go to World's Market and Sprout for his free coffee, like he did today. :P Better, make his own at home. An excuse for him to use his expresso machine.
Lunch picture: Handmade noodle. :P It was ok. The gluten network was not good. But edible. The soup and the other ingredients were yummy though.
Dinner. Love this one. My first time trying a Spaghetti Rigati, I actually prefer this over normal round spaghetti. Sugar cured country ham was browned with olive oil. Frozen zucchini and tomato were shimmered to soft. The fluid from these vege was added with Marsala wine, flour, powdered white pepper and garlic chips. Our patio basil leaves for garnishing.
It was awesome. The salty and sweet ham added such a good flavor to the whole plate.
Weekends with a lot of Halloween fun is coming. ^_^
XOXO, Fish Fish
Friday, October 29, 2010
IHCC: Cinnamon-Chocolate Fudge
This week's theme over at I Heart Cooking Clubs is "Chocolate Cravings." Oh yes, I have chocolate cravings. Often. But, I have to admit, it was hard for me to find a chocolate Giada recipe that was crave-worthy. So many of hers are combined with espresso, and, while I can tolerate it sometimes, I am not a coffee fan. So, I finally settled on this one chocolate recipe that I had bookmarked back when I had cable and would watch Giada's show almost every day. I wanted to save it for the holiday season, but I guess testing it out beforehand is a good idea.
I made the Cinnamon-Chocolate Fudge recipe, which is available on Food Network's website. It's easy to make. Very easy to make. Dangerously easy to make. Why is it dangerous? Because this stuff is GOOD! I would venture to say that the sea salt is NOT optional. It completely takes this fudge and elevates it to something special, something out of the ordinary, and something totally addictive. Sweet from the chocolate and sweetened condensed milk, warming from the cinnamon, and salty from the sea salt. The flavors all pop in your mouth, and before you know it, you're reaching for a second piece. My advice: Cut them in very very small squares so you won't feel so bad about going back for more.
Be sure to hop over to I Heart Cooking Clubs to see what other folks made for their chocolate craving week.
Cinnamon Chocolate Fudge
from FoodNetwork.com
Butter, for greasing the pan
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 pound (about 2 cups) bittersweet (60 percent cacao) chocolate chips (recommended: Ghiradelli) see Cook's Note
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, at room temperature
Kosher or flake salt, optional
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 pound (about 2 cups) bittersweet (60 percent cacao) chocolate chips (recommended: Ghiradelli) see Cook's Note
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, at room temperature
Kosher or flake salt, optional
Butter the bottom and sides of an 8 by 8-inch baking pan. Line the pan with a sheet of parchment paper, about 14-inches long and 7-inches wide, allowing the excess to overhang the sides. Set aside.
In a medium glass or stainless steel bowl, combine the condensed milk,
cinnamon, and vanilla. Stir in the chocolate chips and butter. Put the bowl on a saucepan of barely simmering water and mix until the chocolate chips have melted and the mixture is smooth, about 6 to 8 minutes (mixture will be thick). Using a spatula, scrape the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with salt, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
Run a warm knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the fudge.
Run a warm knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the fudge.
Remove the fudge to a cutting board. Peel off the parchment paper and cut the fudge into 1-inch pieces. Store refrigerated in an airtight container or freeze.
IHCC: Cinnamon-Chocolate Fudge
This week's theme over at I Heart Cooking Clubs is "Chocolate Cravings." Oh yes, I have chocolate cravings. Often. But, I have to admit, it was hard for me to find a chocolate Giada recipe that was crave-worthy. So many of hers are combined with espresso, and, while I can tolerate it sometimes, I am not a coffee fan. So, I finally settled on this one chocolate recipe that I had bookmarked back when I had cable and would watch Giada's show almost every day. I wanted to save it for the holiday season, but I guess testing it out beforehand is a good idea.
I made the Cinnamon-Chocolate Fudge recipe, which is available on Food Network's website. It's easy to make. Very easy to make. Dangerously easy to make. Why is it dangerous? Because this stuff is GOOD! I would venture to say that the sea salt is NOT optional. It completely takes this fudge and elevates it to something special, something out of the ordinary, and something totally addictive. Sweet from the chocolate and sweetened condensed milk, warming from the cinnamon, and salty from the sea salt. The flavors all pop in your mouth, and before you know it, you're reaching for a second piece. My advice: Cut them in very very small squares so you won't feel so bad about going back for more.
Be sure to hop over to I Heart Cooking Clubs to see what other folks made for their chocolate craving week.
Cinnamon Chocolate Fudge
from FoodNetwork.com
Butter, for greasing the pan
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 pound (about 2 cups) bittersweet (60 percent cacao) chocolate chips (recommended: Ghiradelli) see Cook's Note
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, at room temperature
Kosher or flake salt, optional
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 pound (about 2 cups) bittersweet (60 percent cacao) chocolate chips (recommended: Ghiradelli) see Cook's Note
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, at room temperature
Kosher or flake salt, optional
Butter the bottom and sides of an 8 by 8-inch baking pan. Line the pan with a sheet of parchment paper, about 14-inches long and 7-inches wide, allowing the excess to overhang the sides. Set aside.
In a medium glass or stainless steel bowl, combine the condensed milk,
cinnamon, and vanilla. Stir in the chocolate chips and butter. Put the bowl on a saucepan of barely simmering water and mix until the chocolate chips have melted and the mixture is smooth, about 6 to 8 minutes (mixture will be thick). Using a spatula, scrape the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with salt, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
Run a warm knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the fudge.
Run a warm knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the fudge.
Remove the fudge to a cutting board. Peel off the parchment paper and cut the fudge into 1-inch pieces. Store refrigerated in an airtight container or freeze.
Marriott Courtyard Hotels Wallpaers Locations History
The Clement, InterContinental Hotel opened Friday afternoon on a record heat day. The temperature on May 16, 2008 maxed out around 95 along the coastal communities of Monterey, Pacific Grove, and Carmel. I was outside in Carmel, saw a flower show at the Sunset Center, and walked around the center village area for two hours and I was sunburned and overheated despite slathering on the SP 30.
Bay View Courtyard, InterContinental Monterey, The Clement, Cannery Row
In many places 95 degrees is nothing to write home about, but this is the Monterey Peninsula. Truly hot days are infrequent. And like Maverick’s Surf events, the weather forecast can only be called 24 to 48 hours in advance around here to predict the hot days. The extreme weather lasted 48 hours with another day up in the 90s on Saturday. Yesterday the fog returned to our Peninsula and the temperature varied from 62 on the coast to still in the 90s just six miles away into Carmel Valley.
Cannery Row has only developed into some semblance of a cohesive tourist strip in recent years since the Monterey Bay Aquarium opened in the mid-1980s. The other hotels on Cannery Row are located at the far end from the Aquarium and The Plaza Hotel is a 10-minute walk from the Aquarium. The InterContinental Clement is located next to the Aquarium. A brand-new IMAX theater built in a building that has struggled to hold lasting businesses over the past thirty years will help continue development of the infrastructure of Cannery Row for a better tourist experience. Locals with memories from the 1970s may remember the 812 theater where the seats were dozens of floor pillows in a small room for less than 40 and the film experience was a lie down movie theater. That Cannery Row, like the canning factories, is now history. The 812 was located in the physical space of the present-day Aquarium.
Bay View Courtyard, InterContinental Monterey, The Clement, Cannery Row
In many places 95 degrees is nothing to write home about, but this is the Monterey Peninsula. Truly hot days are infrequent. And like Maverick’s Surf events, the weather forecast can only be called 24 to 48 hours in advance around here to predict the hot days. The extreme weather lasted 48 hours with another day up in the 90s on Saturday. Yesterday the fog returned to our Peninsula and the temperature varied from 62 on the coast to still in the 90s just six miles away into Carmel Valley.
Cannery Row has only developed into some semblance of a cohesive tourist strip in recent years since the Monterey Bay Aquarium opened in the mid-1980s. The other hotels on Cannery Row are located at the far end from the Aquarium and The Plaza Hotel is a 10-minute walk from the Aquarium. The InterContinental Clement is located next to the Aquarium. A brand-new IMAX theater built in a building that has struggled to hold lasting businesses over the past thirty years will help continue development of the infrastructure of Cannery Row for a better tourist experience. Locals with memories from the 1970s may remember the 812 theater where the seats were dozens of floor pillows in a small room for less than 40 and the film experience was a lie down movie theater. That Cannery Row, like the canning factories, is now history. The 812 was located in the physical space of the present-day Aquarium.
$150 Challenge: Day 28
The Hubby spent money again today on foods. Hmmm... I should have bought another loaf of bread, that would have saved us more money.
He spent $1 on burrito and 40 cents on a pack of cheese cracker.
Ok, I'll just go to get some bread and peanut butter tomorrow. All I am asking now is we have at least $10 remaining at the end of our challenge.
Dear Hubby, can you make it happen?
Anyway, I am happy that today I got a free deluxe sample on skincare. ;) Thank you Origins. Hop over to my beauty blog if you are interested with the details.
I went to deposit my paycheck and tips. ^_^ Watching the figure in my bank account increasing is great for mind peace. I am the type of person the more I work, the less I spend. When I am jobless, I tend to spend a lot to release the stress. And eating a lot too.
Here is our fund update.
Day starts: $19.53
Day ends: $18.13
3 more days!
XOXO, Fish Fish
He spent $1 on burrito and 40 cents on a pack of cheese cracker.
Ok, I'll just go to get some bread and peanut butter tomorrow. All I am asking now is we have at least $10 remaining at the end of our challenge.
Dear Hubby, can you make it happen?
Anyway, I am happy that today I got a free deluxe sample on skincare. ;) Thank you Origins. Hop over to my beauty blog if you are interested with the details.
I went to deposit my paycheck and tips. ^_^ Watching the figure in my bank account increasing is great for mind peace. I am the type of person the more I work, the less I spend. When I am jobless, I tend to spend a lot to release the stress. And eating a lot too.
Here is our fund update.
Day starts: $19.53
Day ends: $18.13
3 more days!
XOXO, Fish Fish
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Memphis Hotels Luxury Hotels Pictures Info, History
History in a Pecan Shell
The county was named after Warren D.C. Hall who served as Secretary of War while Texas was a Republic. He was a lawyer from North Carolina before coming to Texas.
A timeline of significant events in Memphis' history
1889: land bought along the Fort Worth and Denver City Railway
1890: townsite platted - yet names were rejected by postal authorities until September of that year
1891: Memphis wins contested election for county seat against towns of Salisbury and Lakeview
1891: depot built after Memphians kept putting soap on rails to stop trains
1892: courthouse constructed
1901: Memphis gets telephone service
1906: town is incorporated
1912: Memphis gets their own Carnegie Library
1923: New courthouse built
1926: 50 miles of streets are paved with brick
Enjoy our Full-Service Memphis Hotel Near the Memphis International Airport
Our guests enjoy a convenient location near the Memphis International Airport and minutes from local attractions such as Elvis Presley's Graceland and the world-famous Beale Street here at the Radisson Memphis Hotel. We offer a complimentary airport shuttle service, 211 guest rooms and suites, excellent on-site dining options and complimentary wireless Internet access. For a variety of social and business events, our full-service hotel in Memphis, TN offers an ideal venue for guest lists of up to 400 people. Reserve your stay online today and experience our Radisson Memphis, TN hotel's beautiful and spacious accommodations.
Experience our Memphis, TN Hotel's Services
Our Radisson hotel in Memphis, TN features a complimentary airport shuttle, complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet access, an outdoor pool, a full-service restaurant and a sports bar. In addition, our Memphis hotel's guests can enjoy a Fitness Center, complimentary parking and room service.
Stay at our Memphis Hotel's Location
Our Memphis hotel is situated directly off Interstate 240 and provides a convenient, central hub near all of the city's exciting attractions. Located only five minutes from Graceland and ten minutes from Beale Street, our Memphis hotel's location also offers access to Memphis International Airport.
The county was named after Warren D.C. Hall who served as Secretary of War while Texas was a Republic. He was a lawyer from North Carolina before coming to Texas.
A timeline of significant events in Memphis' history
1889: land bought along the Fort Worth and Denver City Railway
1890: townsite platted - yet names were rejected by postal authorities until September of that year
1891: Memphis wins contested election for county seat against towns of Salisbury and Lakeview
1891: depot built after Memphians kept putting soap on rails to stop trains
1892: courthouse constructed
1901: Memphis gets telephone service
1906: town is incorporated
1912: Memphis gets their own Carnegie Library
1923: New courthouse built
1926: 50 miles of streets are paved with brick
Enjoy our Full-Service Memphis Hotel Near the Memphis International Airport
Our guests enjoy a convenient location near the Memphis International Airport and minutes from local attractions such as Elvis Presley's Graceland and the world-famous Beale Street here at the Radisson Memphis Hotel. We offer a complimentary airport shuttle service, 211 guest rooms and suites, excellent on-site dining options and complimentary wireless Internet access. For a variety of social and business events, our full-service hotel in Memphis, TN offers an ideal venue for guest lists of up to 400 people. Reserve your stay online today and experience our Radisson Memphis, TN hotel's beautiful and spacious accommodations.
Experience our Memphis, TN Hotel's Services
Our Radisson hotel in Memphis, TN features a complimentary airport shuttle, complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet access, an outdoor pool, a full-service restaurant and a sports bar. In addition, our Memphis hotel's guests can enjoy a Fitness Center, complimentary parking and room service.
Stay at our Memphis Hotel's Location
Our Memphis hotel is situated directly off Interstate 240 and provides a convenient, central hub near all of the city's exciting attractions. Located only five minutes from Graceland and ten minutes from Beale Street, our Memphis hotel's location also offers access to Memphis International Airport.
$150 Challenge: Day 27
Update: Just got to know the Hubby spent $1 on Hawaiian Bread. So yeah, our fund is $1 less. Yike!
Woolala~~~ I am excited for my challenge to come to an end soon.
Another day of not too good tips. Got to know the tips that we earn for a week is equal to what they earn in another branch. *sigh*
Oh well, I am taking this place as my means to get training.
I was not really in a good mood this morning, quite a lot of things happened. But by the end of the day, when I decided not to care for these things, I felt more relax.
On a good note, my face condition is recovering. I love love love my well-trust skincare. It is expensive, but seeing how fast they heals my face, I guess it worth the money. I almost forgot how smooth my skin was during the days I used them in a daily basis.
We did not spend a single cent again today. I promise myself to focus on job applications for tomorrow and Friday. And, a proper beauty post in my beauty blog. :P
Here is an update of our fund.
Day starts: $20.53
Day ends:$20.53 $19.53
XOXO, Fish Fish
Woolala~~~ I am excited for my challenge to come to an end soon.
Another day of not too good tips. Got to know the tips that we earn for a week is equal to what they earn in another branch. *sigh*
Oh well, I am taking this place as my means to get training.
I was not really in a good mood this morning, quite a lot of things happened. But by the end of the day, when I decided not to care for these things, I felt more relax.
On a good note, my face condition is recovering. I love love love my well-trust skincare. It is expensive, but seeing how fast they heals my face, I guess it worth the money. I almost forgot how smooth my skin was during the days I used them in a daily basis.
We did not spend a single cent again today. I promise myself to focus on job applications for tomorrow and Friday. And, a proper beauty post in my beauty blog. :P
Here is an update of our fund.
Day starts: $20.53
Day ends:
XOXO, Fish Fish
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
$150 Challenge: Day 26
I finally finished watching the drama that I was hooked. Warned the Hubby no more taking out other dramas to show me, as I know I will not stop until I have finished the whole thing.
I need to put take care of a few priorities in my life now, so time to focus on those. A paper to finish, submit more applications to find a career, and read more books, not the entertainment types, but the intellectual types, that will help to make my brain active again. Do more workout, have a healthy sleeping habit and maintain a well-balanced lifestyle. Read less blogs.
Another day at work later, here is the update of my remaining fund up to yesterday.
Day starts: $20.53
Day ends: $20.53
I can see how much foods in our fridge and cabinet have reduced. I don't remember the last time we could actually reach to the back of our cabinet.
Maybe it is time for a huge Fall cleaning. ;)
5 more days. Yes.
XOXO, Fish Fish
I need to put take care of a few priorities in my life now, so time to focus on those. A paper to finish, submit more applications to find a career, and read more books, not the entertainment types, but the intellectual types, that will help to make my brain active again. Do more workout, have a healthy sleeping habit and maintain a well-balanced lifestyle. Read less blogs.
Another day at work later, here is the update of my remaining fund up to yesterday.
Day starts: $20.53
Day ends: $20.53
I can see how much foods in our fridge and cabinet have reduced. I don't remember the last time we could actually reach to the back of our cabinet.
Maybe it is time for a huge Fall cleaning. ;)
5 more days. Yes.
XOXO, Fish Fish
Carmel Hotels Pictures Information
LocationThe Carmel Mission Inn is located in Carmel, Calif., seven miles from the Monterey Peninsula Airport. It is four blocks from the historic Carmel Mission, seven miles from downtown Monterey, and eight miles from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Hotel Features. With lush private gardens, the Carmel Mission Inn features a heated outdoor pool, 2 whirlpool spas and a fitness center. Guestrooms. Potted plants add color to the 165 Carmel Mission Inn guestrooms. Amenities include tiled bathrooms, rain style showerheads, refrigerators and complimentary Internet access. Rooms include 37-inch flat
Queens Deluxe: Two queen beds. 290 square feet. Desk. Wireless Internet access. 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels. Clock radio with iPod docking station. Complimentary local calls. Coffee/tea maker. Refrigerator. Designer bath products.
1 King Deluxe: One king bed. 290 square feet. Desk. Wireless Internet access. 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels. Clock radio with iPod docking station. Complimentary local calls. Coffee/tea maker. Refrigerator. Designer bath products.
Driving Directions: From Monterey Peninsula Aiport: Approximate distance to the hotel is 7.75 miles.
For unsuspecting tourists who wander into Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, it looks like a period version of the Truman Show. Establishments and homes in Carmel do not have addresses, only street names and a post Office box alloted to each.
And there’s no postal delivery. You need to collect your own mail from the Central Post Office. Inspite, or perhaps partly because of these eccentricities, the one square mile of ocean front land known as Carmel is one of the most beautiful, serene and quaint attractions in a region dotted with world famous tourist attractions.
The 2nd Mission in upper California, this historic Mission is also a thriving parish and a school. The tomb of Father Sierra Junipero, the founder of the Mission, along with the living quarters of the monks in their original preserved state, are available for viewing by visitors.
The Mission is a very popular wedding spot, with thousands of nuptials being conducted every year, which are open to both invitees as well as tourists.
So chances are that if you wander into the Mission as a tourist, you might end up as a wedding crasher. And don’t forget the post wedding parties on Carmel Beach, or at one of the historic Carmel hotels or restaurants
Queens Deluxe: Two queen beds. 290 square feet. Desk. Wireless Internet access. 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels. Clock radio with iPod docking station. Complimentary local calls. Coffee/tea maker. Refrigerator. Designer bath products.
1 King Deluxe: One king bed. 290 square feet. Desk. Wireless Internet access. 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels. Clock radio with iPod docking station. Complimentary local calls. Coffee/tea maker. Refrigerator. Designer bath products.
Driving Directions: From Monterey Peninsula Aiport: Approximate distance to the hotel is 7.75 miles.
For unsuspecting tourists who wander into Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, it looks like a period version of the Truman Show. Establishments and homes in Carmel do not have addresses, only street names and a post Office box alloted to each.
And there’s no postal delivery. You need to collect your own mail from the Central Post Office. Inspite, or perhaps partly because of these eccentricities, the one square mile of ocean front land known as Carmel is one of the most beautiful, serene and quaint attractions in a region dotted with world famous tourist attractions.
The 2nd Mission in upper California, this historic Mission is also a thriving parish and a school. The tomb of Father Sierra Junipero, the founder of the Mission, along with the living quarters of the monks in their original preserved state, are available for viewing by visitors.
The Mission is a very popular wedding spot, with thousands of nuptials being conducted every year, which are open to both invitees as well as tourists.
So chances are that if you wander into the Mission as a tourist, you might end up as a wedding crasher. And don’t forget the post wedding parties on Carmel Beach, or at one of the historic Carmel hotels or restaurants
Daring Bakers: Doughnuts
This is my first ever Daring Bakers Challenge. And, let me tell you, it turned out worlds better for me than my first Daring Cooks Challenge. The October 2010 Daring Bakers challenge was hosted by Lori of Butter Me Up. Lori chose to challenge DBers to make doughnuts. She used several sources for her recipes including Alton Brown, Nancy Silverton, Kate Neumann and Epicurious.
I can already see that this challenge is going to be a total "gateway drug" for me. See, I've always had this fear of deep frying. But, we pulled out the Fry Daddy for the occasion and found that, really, frying isn't so bad. And the results were soooo good. Too good.
Let's start from the beginning. I chose the pumpkin doughnut recipe from the ones Lori had posted. Since it was a crisp fall day when I decided to tackle the challenge, it seemed appropriate. Mixing the dough was easy--no different than any other dough. Waiting while the dough chilled was not easy. It never is. Waiting is not my strong suit.
I didn't have biscuit cutters, so I ended up using a juice glass for the "big" cut, and a shooter for the hole. They turned out just fine using these instruments, and it made me feel better that I didn't have to buy new equipment for the challenge.
As always, patting out the dough, cutting it, gathering the scraps, and re-patting them out got tedious. This is why I hate cut-out cookies. I know, at some point, I'm going to have to get used to the idea. Kids, in my experience, love using cookie cutters, and I really want to be the kind of mom that will let my child choose the recipes we bake together, regardless of the procedure. So, I'm thinking I need to warm up to the roll-and-cut process in the next few years.
The end result was amazing doughnuts. They had a crunch on the outside, and a soft, chewy cake texture on the inside. I ate way too many on the first day. By the second day, they had lost the crunchy exterior. Still, they were better than any store-bought doughnut I could buy--even in the little bakery down the road that specializes in doughnuts.
I should mention that I left my doughnuts completely unadorned. No glaze. No powdered sugar. Nothing. I just felt like that would be gilding the lily.
And, so I've made my gateway recipe. Now I find myself daydreaming about cider doughnuts, chocolate doughnuts, gingerbread doughnuts, yeasted doughnuts, jelly doughnuts...Oh my, Daring Bakers, what have you done to me?
Cost: $0.21 for 1 doughnut and 2 doughnut holes
Yup, you read that right. You get 1 doughnut AND two doughnut holes for just 21 cents. Next time you go to that big chain, think about how high their mark-up must be!
Daring Bakers: Doughnuts
This is my first ever Daring Bakers Challenge. And, let me tell you, it turned out worlds better for me than my first Daring Cooks Challenge. The October 2010 Daring Bakers challenge was hosted by Lori of Butter Me Up. Lori chose to challenge DBers to make doughnuts. She used several sources for her recipes including Alton Brown, Nancy Silverton, Kate Neumann and Epicurious.
I can already see that this challenge is going to be a total "gateway drug" for me. See, I've always had this fear of deep frying. But, we pulled out the Fry Daddy for the occasion and found that, really, frying isn't so bad. And the results were soooo good. Too good.
Let's start from the beginning. I chose the pumpkin doughnut recipe from the ones Lori had posted. Since it was a crisp fall day when I decided to tackle the challenge, it seemed appropriate. Mixing the dough was easy--no different than any other dough. Waiting while the dough chilled was not easy. It never is. Waiting is not my strong suit.
I didn't have biscuit cutters, so I ended up using a juice glass for the "big" cut, and a shooter for the hole. They turned out just fine using these instruments, and it made me feel better that I didn't have to buy new equipment for the challenge.
As always, patting out the dough, cutting it, gathering the scraps, and re-patting them out got tedious. This is why I hate cut-out cookies. I know, at some point, I'm going to have to get used to the idea. Kids, in my experience, love using cookie cutters, and I really want to be the kind of mom that will let my child choose the recipes we bake together, regardless of the procedure. So, I'm thinking I need to warm up to the roll-and-cut process in the next few years.
The end result was amazing doughnuts. They had a crunch on the outside, and a soft, chewy cake texture on the inside. I ate way too many on the first day. By the second day, they had lost the crunchy exterior. Still, they were better than any store-bought doughnut I could buy--even in the little bakery down the road that specializes in doughnuts.
I should mention that I left my doughnuts completely unadorned. No glaze. No powdered sugar. Nothing. I just felt like that would be gilding the lily.
And, so I've made my gateway recipe. Now I find myself daydreaming about cider doughnuts, chocolate doughnuts, gingerbread doughnuts, yeasted doughnuts, jelly doughnuts...Oh my, Daring Bakers, what have you done to me?
Cost: $0.21 for 1 doughnut and 2 doughnut holes
Yup, you read that right. You get 1 doughnut AND two doughnut holes for just 21 cents. Next time you go to that big chain, think about how high their mark-up must be!
Daring Bakers' Challenge - October 2010: Doughnuts
I have never been comfortable with making breads at all, and this month's DB challenge got me facing my fear. Our challenge this month - doughnuts! Yes, doughnuts are delicious; one of the best comfort foods ever, but I would rather buy from a shop than make it myself because I'm not confident in the arena of any yeast product.
However, there's a reason why I joined DB. It's to push my boundaries in baking, and face making pastries, desserts or bread that I wouldn't normally do. So here I am... baker!
Blog-checking lines: The October 2010 Daring Bakers challenge was hosted by Lori of Butter Me Up. Lori chose to challenge DBers to make doughnuts. She used several sources for her recipes including Alton Brown, Nancy Silverton, Kate Neumann and Epicurious.
Since our host provided four recipes to choose from, I've decided to choose Kate Neumann's bomboloni recipe. Bomboloni is a Tuscan version of filled doughnuts, except that the filling is piped on the top of the doughnuts instead of the sides, which we normally see with filled doughnuts.
I've psyched myself for this challenge; I wasn't anxious at all when I was making the dough for the bomboloni. I was also following the recipe down to a tee. I guess even if I was mentally ready to face the doughnut challenge, I was subconsciously nervous. Hence, it showed on my doughnuts. When I bake, I normally use my instinct to see if things are going smoothly, but in this case, I was so glued in with the recipe. I didnt' trust my judgement when I saw that my yeast might not have foamed up the way it should. I just continued following the recipe.
As a result, my doughnut was a flop. I was only able to make half of what the actual yield for the recipe should produce. My doughnuts came out really dense and heavy, but the taste was still good. So I decided to still continue filling and glazing my bombolonis.
So for my bomboloni, I dusted their top with powdered sugar, then filled them with pastry cream. For the glaze, I piped alternate circles of dark chocolate and white chocolate ganache. The taste of the final bomboloni was really really good! The only down side was how heavy the actual doughnut was. I guess practice makes perfect; I would definitely be making another batch at some point. This time, I'll trust myself when I think something is not right before it becomes too late.
Bisou bisou,
Charlotte
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Omni Hotels News Images, Locations
Omni Hotels is capturing the Fort Worth horizon as construction begins for the brand's newest luxury hotel and condominiums. Sculpted from native stone, rich hardwoods and wrapped in glass, the Omni Fort Worth Hotel will be the newest star in the Lone Star State.
"The Omni Fort Worth Hotel will offer a bold taste of Texas hospitality with a personality that's as gracious and dynamic as Fort Worth itself," said Robert Rowling, chairman of Omni Hotels.
The 34-story, 604-room luxury hotel will boast a unique structural design and style that draw upon Fort Worth's strong cultural roots and bold Texas pride to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With artwork adorning the hotel walls, the unique life-as-gallery display will be part of the finishing touch to this new piece of Fort Worth magnificence.
Omni Hotels celebrated the start of construction with a special ceremony and reception for local officials and community partners. Joined by Fort Worth Mayor Mike Moncrief, Rowling literally added the company's brand to the Fort Worth skyline by raising an over-sized branding iron to imprint the Omni Hotels logo on a giant artist's rendering of the hotel and surrounding area.
Omni Hotels plans to build a $250 million, 800-room hotel beside the downtown convention center under construction, Nashville government officials announced Tuesday.
Hotel construction would start by next summer and is expected to create at least 300 permanent jobs, pending final approval by city officials. The hotel would connect “physically and thematically” to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and to the new Music City Center convention center now going up, officials said.
The hotel would open sometime in 2013, within months of the new $585 million Music City Center, the largest building project in the city’s history. The 1.2 million-square-foot facility, located on a 15-acre site, will replace a smaller convention center three blocks away in the downtown entertainment district.
Located on Madison Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, The Omni Berkshire Place Hotel is only steps away from the Rockefeller Center, Central Park, Broadway’s theatre district and Fifth Avenue shopping.
A popular haven for discerning travellers since 1926, the 21-storey hotel received a major renovation in 2003 that created a timeless elegance.
Modern on-site amenities include a complimentary fitness centre, free wireless Internet throughout, a restaurant and bar (currently undergoing a $3 million redesign and renovation), meeting/banqueting facilities and 24-hour room service.
A 24-hour concierge desk provides complimentary shoe shining and newspapers.
"The Omni Fort Worth Hotel will offer a bold taste of Texas hospitality with a personality that's as gracious and dynamic as Fort Worth itself," said Robert Rowling, chairman of Omni Hotels.
The 34-story, 604-room luxury hotel will boast a unique structural design and style that draw upon Fort Worth's strong cultural roots and bold Texas pride to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With artwork adorning the hotel walls, the unique life-as-gallery display will be part of the finishing touch to this new piece of Fort Worth magnificence.
Omni Hotels celebrated the start of construction with a special ceremony and reception for local officials and community partners. Joined by Fort Worth Mayor Mike Moncrief, Rowling literally added the company's brand to the Fort Worth skyline by raising an over-sized branding iron to imprint the Omni Hotels logo on a giant artist's rendering of the hotel and surrounding area.
Omni Hotels plans to build a $250 million, 800-room hotel beside the downtown convention center under construction, Nashville government officials announced Tuesday.
Hotel construction would start by next summer and is expected to create at least 300 permanent jobs, pending final approval by city officials. The hotel would connect “physically and thematically” to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and to the new Music City Center convention center now going up, officials said.
The hotel would open sometime in 2013, within months of the new $585 million Music City Center, the largest building project in the city’s history. The 1.2 million-square-foot facility, located on a 15-acre site, will replace a smaller convention center three blocks away in the downtown entertainment district.
Located on Madison Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, The Omni Berkshire Place Hotel is only steps away from the Rockefeller Center, Central Park, Broadway’s theatre district and Fifth Avenue shopping.
A popular haven for discerning travellers since 1926, the 21-storey hotel received a major renovation in 2003 that created a timeless elegance.
Modern on-site amenities include a complimentary fitness centre, free wireless Internet throughout, a restaurant and bar (currently undergoing a $3 million redesign and renovation), meeting/banqueting facilities and 24-hour room service.
A 24-hour concierge desk provides complimentary shoe shining and newspapers.
Monday, October 25, 2010
$150 Challenge: Day 25
Today is an emo day for my coworker and me.
I am getting fed up with most of the customers quality of our restaurant. I am going to find a 2nd part time job, once my face crisis is cleared.
Imagine our average tips today was only 8.7% for noon! Doesn't matter how good our service were, these people can never be satisfied. Luckily I still have Saturdays to earn a little bit more.
But I am still glad I worked in a worse condition, because I know when I get the experience, and be able to work in a more proper restaurant with different level of customers quality, it will worth the hardship now.
Anyway, another successful day of our challenge.
Day starts: $20.53
Day ends:$20.53
^_^
XOXO, Fish Fish
I am getting fed up with most of the customers quality of our restaurant. I am going to find a 2nd part time job, once my face crisis is cleared.
Imagine our average tips today was only 8.7% for noon! Doesn't matter how good our service were, these people can never be satisfied. Luckily I still have Saturdays to earn a little bit more.
But I am still glad I worked in a worse condition, because I know when I get the experience, and be able to work in a more proper restaurant with different level of customers quality, it will worth the hardship now.
Anyway, another successful day of our challenge.
Day starts: $20.53
Day ends:$20.53
^_^
XOXO, Fish Fish
$150 Challenge: Day 24
Just a very short update before I go to work.
Yesterday was our most boring Sunday at home. We did not even go out of the house one step. :P Blame it on the Hubby, I was suggesting to rent a movie to watch from Red Box using my free promo coupon, instead he introduced me a whole 50 episodes series of a drama. I am totally hooked. So, our dating was done at home, cooking remaining foods. He planned to make bread, but since we don't have yeast and eggs at home, we gave up the idea. Maybe next week.
Another thing is making me sad now. I don't know if it is because of the new BB cream that I tried, or because of the sauna-like condition that I experienced for the whole Saturday at work, my face had the worst breakout I have ever had. I don't even dare to go to submit another part time that I planned earlier. Please let me recover quick. I beliebe it is the BB cream since I have never used one before, and my face does not feel itchy. Now I just have to use my well-trusted skincare and no makeup for a few days, hopefully it will go back to my normal skin condition.
The Hubby nearly scared me when he said he need to go to a dentist appointment on Saturday. And he took $20 to go. I was a bit mad he did not tell me earlier, or else we could cut down the sausage we bought. Turned out he was pulling my legs, since the dentist visit was covered by the insurance fully. *phew~~~*
1 more week, and we are done with this challenge! Yeah! Did not spend any money on a Sunday. ^_^
Day starts: $20.53
Day ends: $20.53
XOXO: Fish Fish
Yesterday was our most boring Sunday at home. We did not even go out of the house one step. :P Blame it on the Hubby, I was suggesting to rent a movie to watch from Red Box using my free promo coupon, instead he introduced me a whole 50 episodes series of a drama. I am totally hooked. So, our dating was done at home, cooking remaining foods. He planned to make bread, but since we don't have yeast and eggs at home, we gave up the idea. Maybe next week.
Another thing is making me sad now. I don't know if it is because of the new BB cream that I tried, or because of the sauna-like condition that I experienced for the whole Saturday at work, my face had the worst breakout I have ever had. I don't even dare to go to submit another part time that I planned earlier. Please let me recover quick. I beliebe it is the BB cream since I have never used one before, and my face does not feel itchy. Now I just have to use my well-trusted skincare and no makeup for a few days, hopefully it will go back to my normal skin condition.
The Hubby nearly scared me when he said he need to go to a dentist appointment on Saturday. And he took $20 to go. I was a bit mad he did not tell me earlier, or else we could cut down the sausage we bought. Turned out he was pulling my legs, since the dentist visit was covered by the insurance fully. *phew~~~*
1 more week, and we are done with this challenge! Yeah! Did not spend any money on a Sunday. ^_^
Day starts: $20.53
Day ends: $20.53
XOXO: Fish Fish
Luxor Hotels Best Hotels In The World News
Hotel Address
:3900 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89119
Hotel Phone
: (702) 262-4000
Fax: (702) 262-4452
Las Vegas Hotel Reservation Center: 800 394 7750
Hotel Location
: On the Strip next to Excalibur Hotel
Green circle indicates hotel location on the map.
Hotel Direction
From I-15: Exit Tropicana East. At Las Vegas Blvd. turn right (South). Go 1/2 block down and the entrance will be on the right. Follow the sigHotel Phone
: (702) 262-4000
Fax: (702) 262-4452
Las Vegas Hotel Reservation Center: 800 394 7750
Hotel Location
: On the Strip next to Excalibur Hotel
Green circle indicates hotel location on the map.
Hotel Direction
Located in the twin 22-story towers, the 1,948 newly renovated Deluxe Rooms are about 449 square feet with one king or two queen size beds, separate tub and shower.
Rooms Amenities include color TV with remote, pay movies, cable, telephone, computer hook-ups, high speed Internet (fee required) , radio/alarm, and TDD equipment upon request. Iron and hair dryers are available upon request. Rollaway beds and cribs available upon requests.
As one of the largest hotels in the world, Luxor has 4204 rooms and suites. The Pyramid has 2,256 rooms with 236 Jacuzzi suites, two in each corner of every floor. The twin 22-story towers have 1,948 rooms with 237 suites.
Rooms Amenities include color TV with remote, pay movies, cable, telephone, computer hook-ups, radio/alarm, and TDD equipment upon request. Iron and hair dryers are available upon request (hair dryers come in all tower rooms). Rollaway beds and cribs available upon requests.
Hotel amenities available to our guest include dry cleaning and laundry service, 24-hour room service, a full service Business Center, safety deposit boxes, newsstand, florist, show ticketing desk, and Multilingual Staff.
Spa Suite
Experience truly luxurious accommodations in one of our spacious Spa Suites, featuring exquisite Egyptian accents throughout the decor. The large Spa tub sits next to the window and is perfect for a romantic evening view of the Las Vegas skyline. Every suite includes a sitting room with a table and chairs, and a full size bathroom.
Rooms Amenities include color TV with remote, pay movies, cable, telephone, computer hook-ups, radio/alarm, and TDD equipment upon request. Iron and hair dryers are available upon request (hair dryers come in all tower rooms). Rollaway beds and cribs available upon requests.
The Pyramid has 2,256 deluxe rooms. Inclinators' travel sideways at a 39-degree angle up 30 stories taking guests to their rooms. Each room is custom designed with thoughtful appointments and meticulous attention to detail, and features the finest amenities with a unique view -- be it the Strip, the mountains or our fabulous pool.
Rooms Amenities include color TV with remote, pay movies, cable, telephone, computer hook-ups, high speed Internet (fee required), radio/alarm, and TDD equipment upon request. Iron and hair dryers are available upon request. Rollaway beds and cribs available upon requests.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
The London Hotels Informamtion and Photos
The city of London is widely regarded as one of the world greatest cities due to its vast and diverse cultures and bustling atmosphere day and night. This busy town is the home to over 14 million people which indicates the importance it has to its country as well as its distinction when it comes to leisure, sport, entertainment, politics and business. The history of the city dates back to Roman Empire who founded it and the ancient sector of the city known as the ‘square mile’ still exists today as the city’s financial district. No matter where what hotels in London you are choosing from you won’t be too far away from an area which defines what the city is all about.
While you can expect to find a fast food chain in every direction London prides itself on the variety of cuisines that it can offer to the public. In different areas of London different cuisines are more prominent, for example Brixton is the best place to indulge in African/Caribbean dishes. In Camden you can expect to find plenty of vegetarian restaurants to enjoy, over in Leicester Square you will find Chinatown which, of course, offers plenty of fantastic Chinese cuisine. Meals can be costly in London with some top class restaurants charging in excess of £50 per meal, but you can guarantee the quality will shine through. There are plenty of Pubs to choose from during the day and on an evening where expect live sports to be aired more often than not, the bars on an evening will vary in tastes of music. The nightlife is notorious worldwide and you can expect many bars to have exclusive guest lists though there are plenty of hidden secrets for tourists to enjoy like the OXO tower in South Bank which has great views. The nightclubs are essential to what makes London so busy on an evening and you will find plenty of notable venues including Ministry of Sound, Funky Buddha, China White, Number One Leicester Square and many, many more.
The Crowne Plaza London City Hotel is a beautiful early 20th Century hotel located back from the north bank of the River Thames in the heart of London’s City business district. This impeccable hotel is near the Junction with Blackfriars Bridge this good access to South London and areas such as Southwark and Waterloo. It is close to major London’s attractions: St Paul's Cathedral, Cleopatra's Needle, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, Southwark Cathedral, HMS Belfast, London Dungeon, London Eye (Millennium Wheel) and Tate Modern. Famous Soho and Covent Garden are a short taxi ride away.
The Crowne Plaza London City Hotel has 203 rooms including 2 suites and 147 non-smoking rooms. The rooms provide the guests with all the modern comforts they would expect. The hotel has 2 restaurants and a lounge bar. The restaurant and bar offer you different snacks, delicious meal and original drinks. The Crowne Plaza London City Hotel is a pleasant hotel that offers you excellent holidays.
At the other end of the scale you may be looking to do all your own work when it comes to exploring the city and in this case you may not want to invest too much money on a room that you will be spending little time in. There are plenty of places where you can use the internet to book hotels in London. The likes of Premier Inn and EasyHotel are places which you can get low cost rooms for a long weekend or just the one night and are located in a few areas around the city. You will be able to enjoy en suite facilities as well as TV and internet access in these accommodations during your stay.
When you come to book hotels in London no matter where you stay it is good common sense to do so well in advance to ensure that you get your first choice hotel in the best location possible.
While you can expect to find a fast food chain in every direction London prides itself on the variety of cuisines that it can offer to the public. In different areas of London different cuisines are more prominent, for example Brixton is the best place to indulge in African/Caribbean dishes. In Camden you can expect to find plenty of vegetarian restaurants to enjoy, over in Leicester Square you will find Chinatown which, of course, offers plenty of fantastic Chinese cuisine. Meals can be costly in London with some top class restaurants charging in excess of £50 per meal, but you can guarantee the quality will shine through. There are plenty of Pubs to choose from during the day and on an evening where expect live sports to be aired more often than not, the bars on an evening will vary in tastes of music. The nightlife is notorious worldwide and you can expect many bars to have exclusive guest lists though there are plenty of hidden secrets for tourists to enjoy like the OXO tower in South Bank which has great views. The nightclubs are essential to what makes London so busy on an evening and you will find plenty of notable venues including Ministry of Sound, Funky Buddha, China White, Number One Leicester Square and many, many more.
The suites are decked with beautiful chandeliers, lounges and fabulous antique vases and the bedrooms are very articulately lined with spectacular silken fabric with marble-floored bath-rooms and in-built Jacuzzis. The Imperial Suite also has a huge piano and a lavish dining hall with the capacity of a dozen. The hotel also has a world class spa called the Le Kalon and is technologically very advanced with systems like the audio-visual infrared system for customer interaction.
Rather smaller than the other hotels, The Ritz Hotel in London is another piece of decorative wonder in the city. Looking on to The Piccadilly, this hotel boasts of perhaps the most beautiful dining hall in the city called the Louis XIV Restaurant. The hotel has some spectacular rooms and suites all of which are very traditional and truly keep up with the British culture, with the Trafalgar Suite being the most stunning of them all.
The Crowne Plaza London City Hotel is a beautiful early 20th Century hotel located back from the north bank of the River Thames in the heart of London’s City business district. This impeccable hotel is near the Junction with Blackfriars Bridge this good access to South London and areas such as Southwark and Waterloo. It is close to major London’s attractions: St Paul's Cathedral, Cleopatra's Needle, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, Southwark Cathedral, HMS Belfast, London Dungeon, London Eye (Millennium Wheel) and Tate Modern. Famous Soho and Covent Garden are a short taxi ride away.
The Crowne Plaza London City Hotel has 203 rooms including 2 suites and 147 non-smoking rooms. The rooms provide the guests with all the modern comforts they would expect. The hotel has 2 restaurants and a lounge bar. The restaurant and bar offer you different snacks, delicious meal and original drinks. The Crowne Plaza London City Hotel is a pleasant hotel that offers you excellent holidays.
At the other end of the scale you may be looking to do all your own work when it comes to exploring the city and in this case you may not want to invest too much money on a room that you will be spending little time in. There are plenty of places where you can use the internet to book hotels in London. The likes of Premier Inn and EasyHotel are places which you can get low cost rooms for a long weekend or just the one night and are located in a few areas around the city. You will be able to enjoy en suite facilities as well as TV and internet access in these accommodations during your stay.
When you come to book hotels in London no matter where you stay it is good common sense to do so well in advance to ensure that you get your first choice hotel in the best location possible.
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