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Travel writer hotel tip: Sarah Warwick

Monday, October 18th, 2010

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Here at 101 Holidays, we are building a unique collection of hotel recommendations from leading travel writers on Twitter. Each writer reveals a personal favourite place where they would pay to stay. A double room must cost no more than £150 ($250).

Today’s tip comes from Sarah Warwick who spent three years as editor of a genealogy magazine and is now a freelance travel writer.

Sarah says: “As befits a boutique hotel owned a former member of the Laotian royal household, Luang Prabang’s Villa Santi is fit for a king. Stupendous.” Double room from $79 a night.

Travel writer hotel tip: Meera Dattani

Thursday, October 14th, 2010

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We are compiling a series of hotel recommendations by leading travel writers on Twitter. Each contributor reveals a personal favourite place where they would pay to stay. The price of a double room must be no more than £150 ($250).

Today it is the turn of Meera Dattani who has written for the Mail, Times Online, the Guardian and Independent.

Meera recommends Luz en Yucatan in Merida, Mexico. “It’s full of soul and anti-rules. The pool is open 24-7, it has quirky rooms and friendly vibes. The website alone is worth checking out.” Doubles cost from $50 a day.

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Jody Halsted: travel writer hotel tip

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

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Here at 101 Holidays, we are building a unique collection of hotel recommendations from leading travel writers on Twitter. Each contributor reveals a personal favourite place where they would pay to stay. The price of a double room must be no more than £150 ($250).

Today’s tip comes from Jody Halsted who writes the travel blog, Family Rambling.

Jody recommends: “Harbor View Bed and Breakfast in Doolin, Ireland.  The rooms are spacious and well appointed; perfect for families. On a clear day you can see the Aran Islands. Their traditional Irish breakfast is the perfect fuel for a day of exploring.” Double rooms start at €70.

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Nancy D. Brown: travel writer hotel tip

Monday, February 1st, 2010

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Today’s expert hotel tip comes from Nancy D. Brown, Lodging Editor at Uptake.com. Based in San Francisco, she writes travel for the Contra Costa Times newspaper, Diablo magazine and authors the What a Trip blog. Nancy is the latest of more than 60 travel writers who have contributed personal hotel recommendations to 101 Holidays.

She says: “You’ll see why Oregon’s Weasku Inn was Clark Gable’s favorite Rogue River fishing spot. Great place to relax/write with beautiful grounds. Rates start at $179 including breakfast.”

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Charyn Pfeuffer: travel writer hotel tip

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

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Here at 101 Holidays, we are building a unique collection of hotel recommendations from leading travel writers on Twitter. Each contributor reveals a personal favourite place where they would pay to stay. The price of a double room must be no more than £150 ($250).

Today’s tip comes from Charyn Pfeuffer, a Seattle-based food and travel writer and founder of The Global Citizen Project.

Charyn recommends a beach retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica. She says: “Wellness rules at the über-eco Harmony Hotel. Nosara surf paradise with bungalows, open-air yoga, spa, salsa, raw foods, sushi & juice bar.”

Double rooms cost from $186 (£115) including breakfast, yoga class and cycle rental.

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Heather Cowper: travel writer hotel tip

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

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Here at 101 Holidays, we are building a unique collection of hotel recommendations from leading travel writers on Twitter. Each contributor reveals a personal favourite place where they would pay to stay. The price of a double room must be no more than £150 ($250).

Today’s tip comes from Heather Cowper, who writes the travel blog, Heather on Her Travels.

Heather recommends: “Budget boutique bliss at Circus Hotel in Berlin. Cool rooms and apartments, great bar and restaurant & the most charming & helpful staff.” Doubles from €80; breakfast from €4 pp.

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Photographs courtesy of Heather Cowper.

Kim Wildman: travel writer hotel tip

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

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Here at 101 Holidays, we are building a unique collection of hotel recommendations by some of the world’s foremost travel writers and editors. Each of our contributors reveals a personal favourite place where they would pay to stay.

The rules are simple: the price of a double room must be no more than £150 ($250). And the recommendation must be in the form of a “Tweet”, no more than 140 characters.

Today’s tip comes from Kim Wildman, a full-time travel writer and guidebook author based in Australia. Kim has written books for Lonely Planet, Bradt and DK, and numerous features for publications including The Age, Sydney Morning Herald and MSN.

Kim recommends: “Tunza Lodge, Mwanza, Tanzania: Between the beach, the bar & the sunsets over Lake Victoria, this is one lusciously laidback lodge.” Doubles cost $US45 – 60.

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Chris Gray Faust: travel writer hotel tip

Monday, January 11th, 2010

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Today’s expert hotel tip comes from Chris Gray Faust, the former travel editor of USA Today who now works as a freelance writer, editor and blogger. She is the latest of more than 60 travel writers who have contributed personal hotel recommendations to 101 Holidays.

Chris recommends: “Banana Azul, Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. On the beach, open air balconies, pool just added. Budget lodge atmosphere. Greats hosts, cool guests.” Doubles from $69, room only.

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Tracey Davies: travel writer hotel tip

Friday, January 8th, 2010

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Here at 101 Holidays, we are building a unique collection of hotel recommendations from leading travel writers on Twitter. Each contributor reveals a personal favourite place where they would pay to stay. The price of a double room must be no more than £150 ($250).

Today’s tip comes from Tracey Davies, a London-based freelance travel, parenting and lifestyle writer who contributes to various publications including The Observer, Junior and Mother & Baby.

Tracey recommends: “Le Chateau Frontenac, Quebec City. Feels like staying in Buck House! Real old school glamour, a saucy past and a stupendous martini bar.” Doubles from £120.

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Beth Blair: travel writer hotel tip

Thursday, January 7th, 2010

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Today’s expert hotel tip comes from Beth Blair, who writes travel for Fodors.com and Foxnews.com, and is co-founder of TheVacationGals.com. She is the latest of more than 50 travel writers who have contributed personal hotel recommendations to 101 Holidays.

Beth recommends Loews Lake Vegas Resort. She says: “It’s a tropical paradise in the middle of the desert. The sand beach and private cabanas help guests forget they’re only a short drive to the Las Vegas Strip.” Doubles cost from $179 (£112).

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Sarah Turner: travel writer hotel tip

Monday, January 4th, 2010

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Here at 101 Holidays, we are building a unique collection of hotel recommendations from leading travel writers on Twitter. Each contributor reveals a personal favourite place where they would pay to stay. The price of a double room must be no more than £150 ($250).

Today’s tip comes from Sarah Turner, a travel writer for The Times, the Daily Mail and The Guardian.

Sarah recommends: Kamalaya on Koh Samui. A serene yet convivial, non-judgemental spa for the 21st Century. Notably good food and (biodynamic) wine.” Doubles cost from £132.

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Elke Weiler: travel writer hotel tip

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009

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Here at 101 Holidays, we are building a unique collection of hotel recommendations from leading travel writers on Twitter. Each contributor reveals a personal favourite place where they would pay to stay. The price of a double room must be no more than £150 ($250).

Today’s tip comes from Elke Weiler, a travel journalist and editor at Travel-Mag. On Madeira she recommends: “The Quinta Estalagem da Ponta do Sol on the top of a cliff with its fantastic combination of design and nature. Great atmosphere and French chef.” Doubles from €65, B&B.

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David Powell: travel writer hotel tip

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009

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Today’s hotel tip is from David Powell, travel and features editor at the Kent Advertiser Group. David is the latest of more than 50 travel writers who have contributed personal hotel recommendations to 101 Holidays.

He recommends the Palm Beach Hotel in Cyprus: “A luxury hotel right on the seafront just outside Larnaca. This is a perfect place for a short haul, friendly relaxing break in the Cyprus sun.” Room rates from £100 per night.

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Emily Matchar: travel writer hotel tip

Monday, December 21st, 2009

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Here at 101 Holidays, we are building a unique collection of hotel recommendations from leading travel writers on Twitter. Each contributor reveals a personal favourite place where they would pay to stay. The price of a double room must be no more than £150 ($250).

Today’s tip comes from Emily Matchar, a US-based travel writer and guidebook writer. Her latest book is Lonely Planet’s Carolinas, Georgia and the South Trips.

Emily recommends: “The luxe yurts at Campfire Lodgings outside Asheville, North Carolina. Killer views, and only $135 a night.”

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Joe Cawley: travel writer hotel tip

Friday, December 18th, 2009

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Today’s expert hotel recommendation comes from Joe Cawley, an award-winning travel writer, and the editor of MyTenerifeInfo.com.

Joe recommends: “Finca Malvasia in Lanzarote. A rustic retreat jazzed up with funky retro furnishings. Enjoy tumbleweed solitude and the hospitality of on-the-ball owners.” Double rooms from €120 excluding breakfast.

In our unique series, we are asking the best travel writers on Twitter to each name a hotel or B&B where they would pay to stay. The nightly rate for a double room must be no more than £150 ($250).

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