{"id":10960,"date":"2019-03-26T06:31:07","date_gmt":"2019-03-26T13:31:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/?p=10960"},"modified":"2020-11-16T01:20:51","modified_gmt":"2020-11-16T09:20:51","slug":"compact-camera-new-places-to-visit-in-europe-famous-hotels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/compact-camera-new-places-to-visit-in-europe-famous-hotels\/","title":{"rendered":"Compact Camera, New Places to Visit in Europe, Famous Hotels"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>A Compact Camera that Will Crush Your Smartphone<\/h2>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-size: small;\">Courtesy Caroline Morse Teel<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a dilemma for many travelers: You want a better photo than you can take with your smartphone, but you don\u2019t want to lug around a big camera. Sony\u2019s Cyber-Shot RX100 VI solves your problem by putting a high-quality camera into a tiny, pocket-sized package. Upgrade your travel pictures without adding a big camera.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10956\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sony-Cyber-Shot-RX100-VI.jpg\" alt=\"Sony Cyber-Shot RX100 VI camera\" width=\"850\" height=\"638\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sony-Cyber-Shot-RX100-VI.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sony-Cyber-Shot-RX100-VI-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sony-Cyber-Shot-RX100-VI-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sony-Cyber-Shot-RX100-VI-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<h5>How the Sony Cyber-Shot RX100 VI Rates:<\/h5>\n<p><strong>Usefulness: 10\/10<\/strong>. There\u2019s a saying that the best camera is the one that you have with you, and that\u2019s true especially while traveling. If you have to carry around a bulky camera or fiddle with a bunch of equipment, you might miss your shot completely. The Sony Cyber-Shot RX100 VI allows you to point and shoot quickly and easily. This is a great camera for amateur photographers, as it has a very fast autofocus and great auto settings that allow you to just press a button and take a great photo. If you\u2019re a more experienced shutterbug, there are lots of features to experiment with, like Advanced Eye AF (a portrait mode setting that focuses on your subject\u2019s eyes), Touch Focus (which allows you to set the focus by touching the monitor), and AF\/AE tracking (a continuous shooting mode that can capture up to 24 frames per second).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Value: 8\/10<\/strong>. The number of features that you get in such a small package make this camera worth the price tag. The RX100 VI has a high-resolution zoom lens that retracts flat when not in use. It shoots photos in 10.1 megapixels and movies in 4K HDR.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Durability: 8\/10<\/strong>. The camera has a built-in shutter that protects the lens, and the flash pops back inside the camera when not in use, keeping it safe. I tested this camera in very cold conditions, and it held up well (including the battery life).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Portability: 10\/10<\/strong>. The camera is 4\u2033 x 2.37\u2033 x 1.68\u2033 and weighs just 10.7 ounces, including the battery and memory card.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Does it Work?: 10\/10<\/strong>. I captured crisp, clear, and vibrant images with this camera. It was very easy to use and fit into a pocket, so I didn\u2019t mind carrying it around everywhere I went.<a name=\"10_places\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"bdaia-separator se-single\" style=\"margin-top:30px !important;margin-bottom:30px !important;\"><\/div>\n<h2>10 Emerging Places to Visit in Europe For a Crowd-Free Vacation<\/h2>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-size: small;\">Courtesy Jamie Ditaranto<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>As the relentless crowds flock to major tourist sites in cities like Paris and Venice, travelers need to face the truth\u2014we\u2019re wearing each other (and the cities we\u2019re visiting) out. It\u2019s a struggle common across Europe, but that doesn\u2019t mean all of Europe has been overtaken by legions of tourists. There are plenty of exciting destinations that may not be new, but they are emerging as exciting destinations worthy of a visit. Plus, the crowds haven\u2019t gotten to them yet.<\/p>\n<h3>Vipava Valley, Slovenia<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10939\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10939\" style=\"width: 850px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10939\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Vipava-Valley.jpg\" alt=\"Vipava Valley, Slovenia\" width=\"850\" height=\"607\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Vipava-Valley.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Vipava-Valley-600x428.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Vipava-Valley-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Vipava-Valley-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Vipava-Valley-104x74.jpg 104w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10939\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Marijan Mo\u010divnik<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Just two hours from Venice, the Vipava Valley is a haven for adventurous travelers looking for room to explore. This little corner of Slovenia was recently named by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lonelyplanet.com\/best-in-europe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\">Lonely Planet<\/span><\/a> as one of Europe\u2019s best destinations, and now is the perfect time to visit the valley before the crowds catch on.<\/p>\n<p>Rent a car and drive through this countryside to find plenty of adventurous things to do, from easy-going bike rides through vineyards to stand-up paddle boarding on the Vipava River. And of course, frequent stops at some of the valley\u2019s boutique winemakers like <a href=\"http:\/\/lepavida.wine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\">Lepa Vida<\/span><\/a> and the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.burjaestate.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\">Burja Estate<\/span><\/a> are a must. Pepper your wine tasting with gastronomical stops to try locally produced <a title=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.staples.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">staples<\/a> like honey, cherries, and olive oil. For a bit of history, you can stop by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g612453-d5035102-Reviews-Franziskanerkloster_Konstanjevica-Nova_Gorica_Styria_Region.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\">Kostanjavica Monastery<\/span><\/a> and visit the Bourbon crypt, where members of the noble French family were buried following their exile after the French Revolution. Today, the monastery is an art museum and, from the platform outside the church, visitors enjoy clear views of the Italian city of Gorizia.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> In the Vipava Valley, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.vipavskadolina.si\/en\/ostani\/nastanitve\/kampi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\">camping<\/span><\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.vinasaksida.com\/en\/nocitve\/nocitve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\">farm-stays<\/span><\/a> are the way to go, but if you prefer a hotel, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Hotel_Review-g3181365-d8014411-Reviews-Majerija-Vipava_Inner_Carniola_Region.html?m=58333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s2\">Majerija<\/span><\/a>. This 300-year old guesthouse has built all its guest rooms underground so as not to disturb the idyllic countryside with new developments.<\/p>\n<span class='bdaia-btns bdaia-btn-small' style=\"background:#eb8e03 !important;color:#ffffff !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smartertravel.com\/new-places-to-visit-in-europe\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color:#ffffff !important;\">MORE<\/a><\/span><a name=\"famous_hotels\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"bdaia-separator se-single\" style=\"margin-top:30px !important;margin-bottom:30px !important;\"><\/div>\n<h2>Why Are These Hotels Famous?<\/h2>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-size: small;\">Courtesy of\u00a0 Shannon McMahon<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>You might already know these famous hotels by name, but do you know why they\u2019re famous? Here\u2019s what earned some of the world\u2019s best-known hotels their prominence \u2014 and why you should stay there.<\/p>\n<h4>Marina Bay Sands, Singapore<\/h4>\n<div id=\"st-ad-3\" class=\"content-ad content3-ad content-ad--before content3-ad--before st-dfp-ad-lazy-load slot_in_content3\" data-google-query-id=\"CLf2mJi1n-ECFUVzYAodjOQF9A\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-21230\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Marina-Bay-Sands-Singapore.jpg\" alt=\"Marina Bay Sands, Singapore\" width=\"850\" height=\"568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Marina-Bay-Sands-Singapore.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Marina-Bay-Sands-Singapore-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Marina-Bay-Sands-Singapore-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Marina-Bay-Sands-Singapore-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A symbol of Singapore\u2019s crazy-rich luxury offerings, the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Hotel_Review-g294265-d1770798-Reviews-Marina_Bay_Sands-Singapore.html?m=58333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noskim noreferrer\">Marina Bay Sands<\/a>\u00a0is a famous hotel that\u2019s become best known for its massive rooftop infinity pool, which connects the hotel\u2019s three buildings and overlooks the Marina Bay. You have to be a hotel guest to visit the pool \u2014 but base room rates are surprisingly reasonable, starting at around $300 per night. The Marina Bay Sands made headlines when its first opened in 2011, and again in 2018 when North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited it during a summit of world leaders.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h4>Brown\u2019s Hotel, London<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10944\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/BrownsHotel.jpg\" alt=\"Brown\u2019s Hotel, London\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/BrownsHotel.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/BrownsHotel-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/BrownsHotel-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/BrownsHotel-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Famous hotels don\u2019t get much more \u201cfit for a queen\u201d than the five-star luxury hotel where Queen Victoria took her tea:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Hotel_Review-g186338-d188019-Reviews-Brown_s_Hotel-London_England.html?m=58333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noskim noreferrer\">Brown\u2019s Hotel<\/a>\u00a0in London\u2019s Mayfair district. Instagram-worthy interiors (hello, marble soaking tubs) and an award-winning afternoon tea program make it the ultimate splurge when staying in the heart of London, just a short walk from Buckingham Palace\u2019s Green Park and Birdcage Walk.<\/p>\n<h4>Atlantis Bahamas, Nassau<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10941\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Atlantis_Bahamas.jpg\" alt=\"Atlantis Bahamas, Nassau\" width=\"850\" height=\"488\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Atlantis_Bahamas.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Atlantis_Bahamas-600x344.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Atlantis_Bahamas-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Atlantis_Bahamas-768x441.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Atlantis_Bahamas-384x220.jpg 384w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The massive resort and casino built around Nassau\u2019s Paradise Island,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2ADgBmf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Atlantis<\/a>\u00a0is a famous hotel for having the largest open-air marine animal habitat in the world. Named for a mythical underwater empire, the real-life resort\u2019s Royal Towers make it looks like a castle. Atlantis is centered around\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2AGwcl6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aquaventure<\/a>, a 141-acre water park featuring 11 pools, a lazy river, and the iconic \u201cLeap of Faith\u201d waterslide \u2014 a tube that passes down a faux Mayan temple and through a live shark tank. And if you\u2019re not looking for shark-adjacent thrills, it all sits beside five miles of pristine Bahamian beaches.<\/p>\n<h4>The Beverly Hills Hotel, Los Angeles<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10942\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/BeverlyHills_Hotel.jpg\" alt=\"The Beverly Hills Hotel, Los Angeles\" width=\"850\" height=\"478\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/BeverlyHills_Hotel.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/BeverlyHills_Hotel-600x337.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/BeverlyHills_Hotel-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/BeverlyHills_Hotel-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Want to sleep where Marilyn Monroe once lived? Dubbed the Pink Palace, the retro-luxe\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Hotel_Review-g32070-d76093-Reviews-The_Beverly_Hills_Hotel-Beverly_Hills_California.html?m=58333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noskim noreferrer\">Beverly Hills Hotel<\/a>\u00a0on historic Sunset Boulevard has served as a meeting spot and makeshift home to a slew of movie stars like Monroe while they were working on set in Los Angeles. Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton also honeymooned at the hotel in the 1960s, and many more celebrities of Hollywood\u2019s Golden Age made the property their go-to hotel. To this day Bungalow Seven, the room which is rumored to have been Marilyn Monroe\u2019s favorite, is nicknamed Norma Jeane \u2014 the star\u2019s real name.<\/p>\n<h4>Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janiero<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21231\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21231\" style=\"width: 850px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21231\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Copacabana-Palace-Rio.jpg\" alt=\"Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janeiro\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Copacabana-Palace-Rio.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Copacabana-Palace-Rio-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Copacabana-Palace-Rio-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Copacabana-Palace-Rio-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21231\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy of Carlos Alkmin, via Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Rio de Janeiro\u2019s most famous hotel, the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Hotel_Review-g303506-d301985-Reviews-Belmond_Copacabana_Palace-Rio_de_Janeiro_State_of_Rio_de_Janeiro.html?m=58333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noskim noreferrer\">Copacabana Palace<\/a>\u00a0is known for its location on one of the world\u2019s best beaches. The property\u2019s art-deco style dates back to the 1920s and the spacious rooms are an added bonus to the prime Copacabana Beach location, on-site pools, and top-notch customer service \u2014 all in the heart of Rio.<\/p>\n<h4>The Brando, Tahiti<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10943\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Brando_Tahiti.jpg\" alt=\"The Brando, Tahiti\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Brando_Tahiti.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Brando_Tahiti-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Brando_Tahiti-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Brando_Tahiti-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If visiting the far-off French Polynesian islands of Tahiti aren\u2019t enough of a status symbol for you, staying at world-famous hotel on a private island should be.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Hotel_Review-g7109175-d6883544-Reviews-The_Brando-Tetiaroa_Tahiti_Society_Islands.html?m=58333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noskim noreferrer\">The Brando<\/a>\u00a0is named for actor Marlon Brando, who purchased the island after having filmed a movie there.<\/p>\n<p>Brando\u2019s exclusive namesake resort sits on a remote atoll that\u2019s only accessible via a 20-minute plane ride from Tahiti\u2019s capital of Papeete. Made up of private beachfront villas complete with their own outdoor pools, The Brando is billed as a \u201ccarbon-negligible\u201d eco-lodge and also supports Tahitian conservation efforts and nature research.<\/p>\n<h4>La Mamounia, Marrakech<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10959\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/La_Mamounia.jpg\" alt=\"La Mamounia, Marrakech, Morocco\" width=\"850\" height=\"566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/La_Mamounia.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/La_Mamounia-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/La_Mamounia-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/La_Mamounia-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A former palace that dates back to the 12th\u00a0century,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Hotel_Review-g293734-d301256-Reviews-La_Mamounia_Marrakech-Marrakech_Marrakech_Tensift_El_Haouz_Region.html?m=58333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noskim noreferrer\">La Mamounia Marrakech<\/a>\u00a0is a Mudejar-style luxury hotel that will transport you back in time. Named the Best Hotel in Africa and the Best Urban Hotel in the world, its four restaurants, full spa, pools, and quiet terraces are all within walking distance from bustling historic landmarks like marketplaces, Koutoubia Mosque, and Bahia Palace.<\/p>\n<h4>Omni Parker House, Boston<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10950\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Omni_Parker_House.jpg\" alt=\"Omni Parker House, Boston\" width=\"850\" height=\"477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Omni_Parker_House.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Omni_Parker_House-600x337.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Omni_Parker_House-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Omni_Parker_House-768x431.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The longest continuously operating hotel in the U.S., Boston\u2019s historic\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Hotel_Review-g60745-d89599-Reviews-Omni_Parker_House-Boston_Massachusetts.html?m=58333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noskim noreferrer\">Omni Parker House<\/a>\u00a0dates back to the 1800s and is also a famous hotel for its high-end restaurant, Parker\u2019s, where John F. Kennedy proposed to his wife Jackie in 1953. The table where she said yes still sits in Parker\u2019s Restaurant. The restaurant is also thought to be the birthplace of Boston creme pie (circa 1865). Parker\u2019s has served Boston\u2019s elite for centuries, but packs some lesser known trivia, too \u2014 like the fact that it separately employed historical figures Malcolm X and Ho Chi Minh as wait staff and kitchen staff, respectively. And while this famous hotel is super historic, thanks to a recent renovation it\u2019s also modern and luxurious.<\/p>\n<h4>The Plaza Hotel, New York City<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10951\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/PlazaHotel_NYC.jpg\" alt=\"The Plaza Hotel, New York City\" width=\"850\" height=\"514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/PlazaHotel_NYC.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/PlazaHotel_NYC-600x363.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/PlazaHotel_NYC-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/PlazaHotel_NYC-768x464.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>New York\u2019s most famous hotel is a French-style historic landmark adjacent Central Park that opened in 1907 and was quickly dubbed the \u201cgreatest hotel in the world.\u201d\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Hotel_Review-g60763-d675616-Reviews-The_Plaza-New_York_City_New_York.html?m=58333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noskim noreferrer\">The Plaza<\/a>\u00a0has served as a filming location for classic movies like Alfred Hitchcock\u2019s\u00a0<em>North by Northwest\u00a0<\/em>and millennial-favorite\u00a0<em>Home Alone 2<\/em>\u2014and even offers a\u00a0<em>Home Alone 2<\/em>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2AMnf9Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">package<\/a>\u00a0that will serve you the ice cream Kevin eats in the movie. Because it was the setting of the beloved children\u2019s book\u00a0<em>Eloise at the Plaza<\/em>, the hotel also offers an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theplazany.com\/rooms-and-suites\/eloise-one-bedroom-king\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">all-pink Eloise Suite<\/a>. And if all that isn\u2019t enough, The Plaza has also hosted some of the 20<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0century\u2019s most famous musical names\u2014from Miles Davis to Peggy Lee. To this day the ultra-luxurious hotel staffs a white-gloved butler on every floor and offers traditional etiquette lessons at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/beaumontetiquette.com\/plaza-hotel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Plaza Hotel Finishing Program<\/a>.<a name=\"euro_travel\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"bdaia-separator se-single\" style=\"margin-top:30px !important;margin-bottom:30px !important;\"><\/div>\n<h2>Hotel Resort Fees and Other Hidden Charges<\/h2>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-size: small;\">Courtesy Ed Perkins<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>In a big win for Britain\u2019s consumers, the British\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/competition-and-markets-authority\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Competition and Markets Authority<\/a>\u00a0(CMA) has told big online travel agencies that they must include any mandatory charges like hotel \u201cresort\u201d fees (which are often applied by non-resort hotels in big cities, as well) in the up-front listed price. It\u2019s ok, says CMA, for hotels to break the full price into a base charge plus a mandatory fee, but all mandatory fees must be included in the initially displayed cost.<\/p>\n<p>The CMA order applies to other deceptions similar to resort fees, as well, requiring online booking sites to:<\/p>\n<p>Make it clear how hotels are ranked after a customer has entered their search requirements, for example telling people when search results have been affected by the amount of commission a hotel pays the site.<\/p>\n<p>Not give a false impression of the availability or popularity of a hotel, nor rush customers into making a booking decision based on incomplete information. For example, when highlighting that other customers are looking at the same hotel as you, making it clear they may be searching for different dates. The\u00a0CMA\u00a0also saw examples of some sites strategically placing sold out hotels within search results to put pressure on people to book more quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Be clear about discounts and promote only deals that are immediately available. Examples of misleading discount claims include comparisons with a higher price that was not relevant to the customer\u2019s search criteria. For example, some sites were comparing a higher weekend room rate with a weekday rate or comparing the price of a luxury suite with a standard room.<\/p>\n<p>So far\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2rZfeg2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Agoda<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2rZr5KY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Booking.com<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2nwTt2D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Expedia<\/a>, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2rZcmQi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Trivago<\/a>\u00a0have agreed to comply, and the CMA says it will keep after the others. CMA is also addressing similar problems with metasearch engines and hotel-chain systems, with a compliance deadline of September 1. Unfortunately, the rules apply only to British versions of booking websites.<\/p>\n<p>And it should stand as an example for regulators in the U.S. about dealing with obvious deceptions. So far, the Federal Trade Commission has abdicated its responsibility to ban deceptive advertising on booking sites, but there\u2019s some hope that individual states may take action under state laws banning deceptive pricing.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe it\u2019s also time for the big OTAs and metasearch folks to step up to their responsibilities to consumers and adopt the British guidelines unilaterally for their U.S. and Canadian postings. After all, if they\u2019ve agreed to do it in Britain it\u2019s clearly feasible. How about it, Expedia and Booking, and the rest? How about honest price postings?<a name=\"winter_outfits\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"bdaia-separator se-single\" style=\"margin-top:30px !important;margin-bottom:30px !important;\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"post-title\">10 Winter Outfit Necessities for Travel<\/h2>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-size: small;\">Courtesy Caroline Morse Teel<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>These performance pieces will keep you warm from head to toe \u2014 but still look so good you\u2019ll find yourself wanting to wear them no matter what the temperature.<\/p>\n<h4>Ministry of Supply 3D Print-Knit Sweater Dress<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10940\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/3D-Print-Knit-Sweater-Dress.jpg\" alt=\"Ministry of Supply 3D Print-Knit Sweater Dress\" width=\"850\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/3D-Print-Knit-Sweater-Dress.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/3D-Print-Knit-Sweater-Dress-600x408.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/3D-Print-Knit-Sweater-Dress-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/3D-Print-Knit-Sweater-Dress-768x522.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you think itchy and bulky when you think sweater dress, you need to check out\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/fave.co\/2APZ9Kj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ministry of Supply\u2019s<\/a>\u00a0revolutionary winter travel outfits. This sweater dress is made using a unique 3D print-knit process, meaning it\u2019s created using one seamless piece (so no annoying seams rubbing you the wrong way). Instead of scratchy wool, the dress is made from a knit acrylic\/PBT blend that has stretch, shaping, moisture-wicking, and plenty of warmth. This dress is super stylish and can be easily dressed up or down depending on your day\/night plans.<\/p>\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-10954\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Smartwool-Cozy-Flip-Mitt.jpg\" alt=\"Smartwool Cozy Flip Mitt\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Smartwool-Cozy-Flip-Mitt.jpg 700w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Smartwool-Cozy-Flip-Mitt-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Smartwool-Cozy-Flip-Mitt-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Smartwool-Cozy-Flip-Mitt-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Smartwool-Cozy-Flip-Mitt-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/>Smartwool Cozy Flip Mitt<\/h4>\n<p>The dilemma \u2014 it\u2019s freezing out but you still need to use your phone, pay for something, or just use your hands. If you\u2019ve got\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Smartwool-Cozy-Black-Small-Medium\/dp\/B00GMRTX7Q\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1513092685&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=Smartwool+Cozy+Flip+Mitt&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=smartrav-62998-20&amp;linkId=fd60b0b711b240eb6a9257c8eca089f3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-asin=\"B00GMRTX7Q\">Smartwool\u2019s Cozy Flip Mitts<\/a>\u00a0on, you don\u2019t have to take off your entire mitten just to use your fingers. This\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/fave.co\/2AMlQiD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">glove\/mitten hybrid<\/a>\u00a0lets you fold back the mitten top to reveal fingerless gloves so you can use your fingertips when they\u2019re needed, without freezing off your hand.<\/p>\n<h4>Columbia Powder Keg Jacket<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10945\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Columbia-Powder-Keg-Jacket.jpg\" alt=\"Columbia Powder Keg Jackets\" width=\"850\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Columbia-Powder-Keg-Jacket.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Columbia-Powder-Keg-Jacket-600x408.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Columbia-Powder-Keg-Jacket-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Columbia-Powder-Keg-Jacket-768x522.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Although\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/fave.co\/2BWpCoN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Columbia\u2019s Powder Keg Jacket<\/a>\u00a0(available for\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/fave.co\/2ANGkY4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>women<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/fave.co\/2BViDwm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>men<\/strong><\/a><strong>)\u00a0<\/strong>is designed for the slopes, it\u2019s stylish enough that it can top off your everyday winter outfits without looking too sporty. The\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/fave.co\/2BWpCoN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">women\u2019s version<\/a>\u00a0is available in a travel-friendly synthetic version that uses Omni-Heat insulation and a thermal reflective layer that provides warmth without the bulk of down. Even if you\u2019re not on skis, you\u2019ll appreciate all the built-in features (like plenty of zippered and hidden pockets).<\/p>\n<h4>Ridge Merino Pants &amp; Top<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10952 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Ridge-Merino-Pants-Top.jpg\" alt=\"Ridge Merino Pants &amp; Top\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Ridge-Merino-Pants-Top.jpg 700w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Ridge-Merino-Pants-Top-600x429.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Ridge-Merino-Pants-Top-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Ridge-Merino-Pants-Top-104x74.jpg 104w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>On ultra-cold days when your regular jeans just don\u2019t cut it, you need to add in a base layer. I love the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Ridge-Merino-Womens-Inversion-Small\/dp\/B00RL0DKFO\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1513093147&amp;sr=8-1-fkmr0&amp;keywords=Ridge+Merino+inversion&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=smartrav-62998-20&amp;linkId=21c223894ccc4af1468ceb1876369c63\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-asin=\"B00RL0DKFO\">Inversion bottoms<\/a>\u00a0from Ridge Merino (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Ridge-Merino-Inversion-Large-Black\/dp\/B00RL0DIDS\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1513093244&amp;sr=8-2-fkmr0&amp;keywords=Ridge+Merino+inversion&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=smartrav-62998-20&amp;linkId=6fb51e9cab342e0da37f2da57414de28\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-asin=\"B00RL0DIDS\">available for men too<\/a>) because they are the absolute thinnest leggings I\u2019ve ever tried, thanks to their 100 percent Merino wool construction. If you plan on wearing them solo as well, check out the cool new\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ridgemerino.com\/collections\/baselayer-merino-wool-women\/products\/womens-inversion-midweight-bottoms-rainbow-merino-wool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Atmospheric River Print<\/a>, which was inspired by a weather pattern that causes heavy snow. I like to pair it with the matching\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Ridge-Merino-Inversion-Midweight-Heather\/dp\/B01698ZWZE\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=aps&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1513093509&amp;sr=1-1-catcorr&amp;keywords=Ridge+Merino+inversion+crew&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=smartrav-62998-20&amp;linkId=f3dd8d1c61dc0f094db647fa80656c39\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-asin=\"B01698ZWZE\">Inversion Midweight Crew<\/a>\u00a0which is slightly heavier than the bottoms, but is still slim enough that you could layer it under a sweater.<\/p>\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-10955\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Solarsphere-Gloves.jpg\" alt=\"Solarsphere Gloves\" width=\"560\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Solarsphere-Gloves.jpg 700w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Solarsphere-Gloves-600x429.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Solarsphere-Gloves-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Solarsphere-Gloves-104x74.jpg 104w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/>Solarsphere Gloves<\/h4>\n<p>Solar power isn\u2019t just for gadgets \u2014 add some natural heat to your winter outfits with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Seirus-Innovation-Solarsphere-Weather-Charcoal\/dp\/B06XJDFRF9\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1513093569&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=Solarsphere+Gloves&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=smartrav-62998-20&amp;linkId=12f473283f9c13ae58578ad6cc173887\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-asin=\"B06XJDFRF9\">Seirus Innovation Solarsphere Ace Gloves<\/a>, which use solar-absorbing insulation to increase the warmth of your gloves by up to 10 degrees. And, the gloves have a touchscreen-compatible finger-pad, so you don\u2019t have to take them off to text or swipe.<\/p>\n<h4>Ruth Tundra Boots<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10953\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Ruth-Tundra-Boots.jpg\" alt=\"Ruth Tundra Boots\" width=\"850\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Ruth-Tundra-Boots.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Ruth-Tundra-Boots-600x408.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Ruth-Tundra-Boots-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Ruth-Tundra-Boots-768x522.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/fave.co\/2AO1q8U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ruth Tundra Boots<\/a>\u00a0go with any winter outfit, from casual to dressy, thanks to their basic black style. The sleek waterproof exterior hides a cozy faux-fur lined interior that will keep your feet toasty all day long. Unlike many winter boots, these have great arch support and a sturdy sole that\u2019s practically slip-proof (even on ice).<\/p>\n<h4>Vince Camuto Classic Peacoat<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10958\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Vince-Camuto-Classic-Peacoat.jpg\" alt=\"Vince Camuto Classic Peacoat\" width=\"850\" height=\"590\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Vince-Camuto-Classic-Peacoat.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Vince-Camuto-Classic-Peacoat-600x416.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Vince-Camuto-Classic-Peacoat-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Vince-Camuto-Classic-Peacoat-768x533.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A winter jacket doesn\u2019t automatically have to mean puffy coat \u2014 this\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/fave.co\/2BVJ6d7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">classic peacoat from Vince Camuto<\/a>\u00a0is made from a water-resistant melton wool blend, so you can wear it around a fashionable city on a drizzly or snowy day and still stay warm and dry.<\/p>\n<h4>Fleece Leggings<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10948\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Fleece-Leggings.jpg\" alt=\"Fleece Leggings\" width=\"850\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Fleece-Leggings.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Fleece-Leggings-600x353.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Fleece-Leggings-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Fleece-Leggings-768x452.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Fleece-Leggings-413x244.jpg 413w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/HUE-Womens-Brushed-Seamless-Leggings\/dp\/B06XHDVQ51\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=apparel&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1513104547&amp;sr=1-1&amp;nodeID=1040660&amp;psd=1&amp;keywords=fleece+lined+leggings&amp;refinements=p_89:HUE&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=smartrav-62998-20&amp;linkId=08611ab84899e833d191a8add3f103ba\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-asin=\"B06XHDVQ51\">These basic black leggings<\/a>\u00a0have a warm secret \u2014 an ultra-soft fleece lining that will keep your legs even warmer than pants do. The leggings feel like sweatpants but still look great with dressier winter outfits, so you don\u2019t have to consign all your dresses to the back of the closet until warmer weather.<\/p>\n<h4>Flannel-Lined Jeans<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10947\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Flannel-Lined-Jeans.jpg\" alt=\"Flannel-Lined Jeans\" width=\"850\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Flannel-Lined-Jeans.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Flannel-Lined-Jeans-600x346.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Flannel-Lined-Jeans-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Flannel-Lined-Jeans-768x443.jpg 768w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Flannel-Lined-Jeans-384x220.jpg 384w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Not into tights? You can still have secret coziness (but with a more rugged look) with\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/fave.co\/2BWtiH5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">these flannel-lined jeans<\/a>. On the outside, they look like normal, straight-fit denim \u2014 but the inside is lined with the same warm flannel as your favorite pajamas.<\/p>\n<h4>The Lucy Cardigan<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10957\" src=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/The-Lucy-Cardigan.jpg\" alt=\"The Lucy Cardigan\" width=\"850\" height=\"566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/The-Lucy-Cardigan.jpg 850w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/The-Lucy-Cardigan-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/The-Lucy-Cardigan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/The-Lucy-Cardigan-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It never hurts to have an extra layer when you travel, and it\u2019s even better if that extra layer can pull double duty as a bag \u2014 like the<a href=\"http:\/\/fave.co\/2BX1x14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a0Lucy Cardigan<\/a>\u00a0from\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.scottevest.com\/mm5\/merchant.mvc?Screen=SFNT&amp;Store_Code=&amp;AFFIL=2v9p736G\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ScotteVest<\/a>. This sweater has four pockets (including two that are zippered and hidden), so you can use it to carry your phone, cards, and keys, and leave your purse behind.<a name=\"germany\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"bdaia-separator se-single\" style=\"margin-top:30px !important;margin-bottom:30px !important;\"><\/div>\n<header class=\"post-header\">\n<h2>Where to Stay in Germany: Lodging Tips You Need to Know<\/h2>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-size: small;\">Independent Traveler<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>With so many tempting possibilities, deciding where to stay in Germany can turn into a dilemma. Should you choose ultra-modern hotels or charm-filled historic properties? Should you dream away your nights at country inns, fairytale castles, or pampering spa resorts? Even if you\u2019re on a budget, Germany\u2019s lodging options include hotels, B&amp;Bs, and hostels that are among Europe\u2019s very best. Or, for a change of pace, you can spend a few days on a farm or a countryside vineyard. Can\u2019t choose? The best plan may be to mix and match as you travel through the country, sampling some of Germany\u2019s best accommodations.<\/p>\n<h3>Traditional Hotels in\u00a0Germany<\/h3>\n<p>Germany uses the international rating system of stars for hotels, from modest one-stars to five-star luxury. In one- and two-star hotels, you\u2019ll find smaller rooms and perhaps shared bathrooms. From three stars up, hotels will have an on-site restaurant, luggage service, private bathrooms, and a reception desk that stays open at least 12 hours of each day. At four- and five-star hotels, you\u2019ll enjoy room service and plenty of amenities, including robes and washcloths.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"tours-group__title\">Don&#8217;t Miss: Top Tours in Germany<\/h3>\n<p>German lodging standards are very high, and you can generally expect clean and comfortable rooms with breakfast included. Better hotels may serve a lavish morning buffet that includes eggs, meats, yogurt, fruits,\u00a0and cheese. Many hotels in all price ranges have Wi-Fi, though sometimes for a fee.<\/p>\n<p>Europeans still tend to smoke more cigarettes than Americans do, so if you\u2019re sensitive to smoke, it\u2019s worth requesting a nonsmoking room or floor when you make your reservation. Be aware that in a climate where air-conditioning is seldom necessary, many older hotels may not have it. If you are planning a summer trip, be sure to check.<\/p>\n<p>Keep a copy of your reservation confirmation with you to make sure the promised rate is honored. Always check hotel sites directly for specials and deals, such as low weekend rates in cities when business travelers go home. During major events like Munich\u2019s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2HBfRTd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Oktoberfest<\/a>\u00a0or the Frankfurt Book Fair, rooms are scarce and rates can double or even triple. You can also find great deals on Germany hotels via\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2VWhD5g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TripAdvisor<\/a>\u00a0(SmarterTravel\u2019s parent company) and\u00a0<a class=\"skimlinks-unlinked\" title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2s1u3hU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-skimwords-word=\"Hotels.com\" data-skim-creative=\"500005\">Hotels.com.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Germany\u2019s Romantik Hotels<\/h3>\n<p>While star ratings tell you about amenities, they do not measure charm, and many older European hotels have great appeal. Among the most enjoyable places to stay in Germany are the aptly named\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.romantikhotels.com\/en\/hotels\/germany\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Romantik Hotels<\/a>, found in Germany\u2019s major cities as well as in its smaller towns. The hotels in this group are all in historic buildings and owner-managed.<\/p>\n<p>Another romantic experience is to choose a\u00a0<em>schlosshotel<\/em>, or castle converted into a hotel. Germany has more of these special accommodations than anywhere else in Europe. You can find many of them listed at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2HHy9lw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TripAdvisor<\/a>, and at a site called\u00a0<span class=\"skimlinks-unlinked\"><a href=\"http:\/\/castleandpalacehotels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Castle and Palace Hotels<\/a>.<\/span>Note that some of Germany\u2019s older hotels do not have elevators, so if stairs are a problem for you, make sure to request a room on the ground floor.<\/p>\n<h3>Germany\u2019s Country Hotels<\/h3>\n<p>The German countryside has so much beauty and so many attractions that it is well worth your time to plan part of your itinerary in Germany away from the cities. This will give you the chance to experience delightful places to stay such as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2HD1Fci\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>gasthofs<\/em><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2FiuQ2N\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>gasthauses<\/em><\/a>, atmospheric country inns that also serve good local food.<\/p>\n<p>For a different experience, spend time at a countryside\u00a0<em><a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2uctArH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bauernhof<\/a>,<\/em>\u00a0a farm that offers rooms for travelers. These are great fun for families, especially for city dwellers. You can also stay amid scenic vineyards at a\u00a0<em><a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2W7FUp7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">winzerhof<\/a>,<\/em>\u00a0a winery guesthouse. A site called\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.landreise.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">LandReise<\/a>\u00a0is an excellent source for these types of lodgings (though it\u2019s only in German; use the Chrome browser for translation). Bavaria alone boasts more than 1,000 farmstay listings, along with its own association and website to help find them:\u00a0<span class=\"skimlinks-unlinked\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.farm-holidays.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Farm-Holidays.com<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<h3>Germany\u2019s Spa Hotels<\/h3>\n<p>Ever since Roman times, visitors have been coming to Germany to \u201ctake the waters\u201d in health spas surrounded by hot mineral springs said to have healing properties. \u201c<em>Bad<\/em>\u201d means bath, and hotels in cities such as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2ufAvQV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bad Reichenhall<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2FlbrOE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wiesbaden<\/a>, and chic\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2HC0Qk2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Baden-Baden<\/a>\u00a0share access to the coveted spa waters. Many of these cities also have diversions like casinos and fine eateries. Hotels vary from modest to super-luxurious. Check listings in each town to make your choice, as well as\u00a0<a class=\"skimlinks-unlinked\" title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2rZr5KY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-skimwords-word=\"Booking.com\" data-skim-creative=\"500005\">Booking.com.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Germany\u2019s Budget Hotels, B&amp;Bs, and Homestays<\/h3>\n<p>For those who are looking for a well-priced hotel in Germany, booking services like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Expedia<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/hotels.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hotels.com<\/a>\u00a0offer good values in all price categories. Another good source is\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestwestern.com\/en_US.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Best Western<\/a>. The chain\u2019s listings in Europe are not motels as they are in some parts of the U.S., but rather small hotels that have been inspected and are reliable. If you\u2019re willing to stay outside the city center and take public transportation to get around, you can often find lower rates in better hotels. Just be sure that quick connections are near the hotel.<\/p>\n<p>At the lower end of the lodgings scale in Germany are\u00a0<em>zimmer<\/em>, meaning simply \u201crooms,\u201d in private houses, offered by families that have a spare bedroom or two. These can be especially handy if you\u2019re looking for an overnight while touring the country by car. Watch for signs that say \u201c<em>Zimmerfrei<\/em>\u201d (room available), check with the local tourist office for locations, or try\u00a0<span class=\"skimlinks-unlinked\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homestay.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Homestay.com<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Germany Vacation Rentals<\/h3>\n<p>Apartment and home rentals provide more spacious quarters and can be less expensive than booking multiple hotel rooms when traveling with family or a group of friends. The agencies and websites that specialize in offering these types of properties have listings ranging from studios in the city to villas in the country. Among the sources to try are\u00a0<a class=\"skimlinks-unlinked\" title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2BtvY2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-skimwords-word=\"Airbnb.com\" data-skim-creative=\"500005\">Airbnb<\/a>,\u00a0<a class=\"skimlinks-unlinked\" title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2s5kLzf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-skimwords-word=\"HomeAway.com\" data-skim-creative=\"500005\">HomeAway<\/a>, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2kn0PUj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TripAdvisor\u2019s vacation rentals page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Ask for references or read reviews from people who have previously rented the property that you\u2019re considering. Be sure that someone will be on call to help in case of emergency, like a lost key or a plumbing problem. If you\u2019re hungry for more information before making your reservation, read up about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smartertravel.com\/booking-vacation-rental-need-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">what you need to know about booking a vacation rental<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re planning to stay in Germany for a week or longer, you could consider a house swap. A German family might be delighted to trade their home or apartment for yours, saving each of you a lot of money. Specialized agencies such as\u00a0<a class=\"skimlinks-unlinked\" title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/2WYUoJ9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-skimwords-word=\"HomeExchange.com\" data-skim-creative=\"500005\">HomeExchange<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/us.intervac-homeexchange.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Intervac<\/a>\u00a0have listings all over the world, including many in Germany. As with rentals, references from others who have stayed in the property are invaluable. Not quite sure how to arrange this type of accommodation? Read more about\u00a0<a class=\"plain\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartertravel.com\/home-exchange-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">how to set up a home exchange<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Hostels in Germany<\/h3>\n<p>Germany helped pioneer the idea of youth hostels, and today has more than 500 hostel properties that are among Europe\u2019s most modern. While they still offer the bunk rooms that are popular with thrifty students, many hostels also offer private double rooms and family-style rooms that appeal to budget-conscious older travelers. Rates are modest and often include breakfast.<\/p>\n<p>The best hostels book up fast, so reserve well in advance. Find listings at the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jugendherberge.de\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">German Youth Hostel Association<\/a>\u00a0or via\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hihostels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hostelling International<\/a>, an organization that covers countries around the world. You may also want to consider investing in a Hostelling International membership, as this will allow you to stay worldwide at deeply discounted rates.<\/p>\n<\/header>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s a dilemma for many travelers: You want a better photo than you can take with your smartphone, but you don\u2019t want to lug around a big camera. Sony\u2019s Cyber-Shot RX100 VI solves your problem by putting a high-quality camera into a tiny, pocket-sized package. 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