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Situated in the Hautes-Pyrenees Department in the southwest of France is the commune and town of Lourdes lying in the Pyrenean foothills. Despite the fact that Lourdes’ population numbers around 15,000 residents, it is the host to nearly 5,000,000 tourists annually and Lourdes is second only… read full article

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Istanbul is something quite unique to behold in that one half is part of Europe and the other is part of Asia. Whether Turkey as a whole can be counted as a European country or an Asian one is a debate which… read full article

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Holiday in the South of France

Europeupclose.com takes you to Narbonne and Carcassonne, two beautiful cities located in France's Cathar Country. Recommended places include the Chateau de la Peyrepertuse, the Abbaye de Fontfroide, the luxury Hotel de

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When you travel, you have to adjust your body clock especially when you sleep. There can be as much as 14 hours difference. It’s already night time in your destination but you’re still not feeling sleepy because where you came from, it is morning. Common victims… read full article

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Winter may not be behind us just yet, but with springtime just around the corner why not look at Zagreb in Croatia as your next spring beak holiday destination. The weather to say the least will be simply divine.

A Look

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Top Hotels for a Romantic Getaway

Everett Potter reviews seven of the most romantic hotels he has ever stayed. Amongst his favorite hotels around the word is the splendid 5-star Hotel Santa Caterina in Amalfi, Italy, available on venere.com.

U.S. Most Romantic Spots

Forbes.com lists America's most romantic

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From its exterior, The Royal Horseguards Hotel -  a white building based on the design of a French chateau - could easily be mistaken for another 5-star hotel on the banks of the River Thames in London, but it is the secrets inside that count.

Legendary

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Travelers' Favorite Hotels

Visit TripAdvisor and get the 2009 Traveler's Choice list. This year's Best Hotel Bergain is the Hotel Vecchio Asilo. Located in San Geminiano, Italy, the charming Vecchio Asilo guest house is one the best rated Tuscany hotels

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Planning a honeymoon or Valentines Day break in France? Here are five of the most romantic hotels in Paris available on venere.com:

1. Apostrophe Hotel - Montparnasse

The Apostrophe Hotel is the first… read full article

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Yesterday we posted our Top 5 Most Read Articles and, today, we want to let you know what our favorite posts for 2008 are.

It's been so much fun reading and writing for the Venere Travel Blog that it was difficult to agree on the five articles to… read full article

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Check out this selection of Montreal hotels allowing guests easy access to the Biosphere. Offering free admission to young visitors under 17, the Biosphere is a popular family-friendly attraction in Montreal and a must-do for travelers interested in environmental issues.

1. Hotel Pierre du Calvet

Housed in a charming French… read full article

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The French term ‘bobo’ could not be more fitting for this place. Bobo is word used to describe something that is cross between bourgeois and bohemian. Mama Shelter in Belleville is two strikes in one for flashpackers looking for a different place to crash in Paris.

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All of us want nothing less than excellent service wherever we go. That’s why most people stay away from companies that give otherwise. However, traveling to new places can especially be challenging because you have to deal with businesses you’ve never dealt with before and with new people whom you… read full article

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2008 has nearly come to an end and it’s time to review our past year. The following list shows Venere’s five most popular hotels by reservation numbers. These top hotels are located in Rome, Paris and Milan and have been chosen by our customers for their good value, comfort and excellent location. Take a look… read full article

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On Tuesday night I met up with the lucky winners of the Venere Watch & Win Contest for a quick photo shoot at the Boscolo Hotel Exedra.

Paola and Gianni, who are used to booking hotel rooms through venere.com, were very happy to stay in a beautiful luxury… read full article

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