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For those who have a demanding job and find it tricky to take more than a few days off, taking a city short break can offer the perfect solution. There are plenty of exciting and interesting places to choose from, Barcelona, Budapest, Venice, Rome and Istanbul are just a selection. Regular flights and short flight times mean they are handy and inexpensive for travelers and tourists, and with the convenience of online hotel booking you can save time and energy for your holiday.

A popular European city with style is Barcelona, abundant with art and culture. It has a uniquely special atmosphere in comparison to other cities in Spain due to its location in the region of Cataluña where culture and language are separate from the rest of the mainland. Barcelona is a busy city that attracts tourists with its Mediterranean coastline and architectural wonders. The 13th century Barcelona Cathedral is located in the historical Gothic Quarter, and a fascinating place to relax at one of the many pavement cafes, visit a museum or art gallery. Walking through the area a visitor will see a selection of various entertainers and street performers displaying their works of art and individual acts.

Barcelona was the residence of Picasso for a number of years and there is a museum dedicated to him with a collection of his early works on show. Gaudi’s famous architectural creations can be found all over the city and are jaw dropping in their use of mosaic tiles, twisted sculptures and curved stones.

A fascinating street of boutiques, restaurants and entertainers, Las Rambas will lead you down to the Barcelona’s beach with its wealth of cafes and bars. There is plenty to keep you busy in the evenings too, visit the Montjuich Castle where you can view the spectacular Magic Fountains with a fantastic display of light, water and music or head to a nightclub at the waterfront. If you are looking for somewhere to stay then it is easy to book Spain hotels online, a service that is speedy and handy for those with little time.

Italy is another country popular for weekend getaways and short breaks. Venice, Milan, and Florence are all spectacular cities to visit, each with a personality that will impress even the most experienced traveler. Rome has managed to maintain its renaissance and baroque architecture in a modern and stylish atmosphere. St. Peter’s Square is just one of many areas where the locals and visitors like to meet up and socialize, eat, and watch the organized events. The Colosseum was the site of gladiatorial and animal combats, The Pantheon is the best preserved Roman building in the world and The Basilica Cathedral is a medieval masterpiece, these are all sights guaranteed to give you a taste of Rome’s ancient past.

Many people of course come to Italy for the shopping, all the designer names can be found here from Armani and Prada to Dolce and Gabbana. One of the most famous shopping cities has to be Milan, famous for its fashion houses the city has elegance and taste. The main attractions here are The Duomo Cathedral, the world-famous opera house La Scala and Santa Maria delle Grazie Church where Leonardo da Vinci's mural of the Last Supper can be viewed.

Paris is a hit with people of all ages. The international capital of art, fashion and style can be a romantic destination, fun for families with kids, or perfect for a group of friends seeking entertainment. You can’t visit Paris without paying a visit to the Arc de Triomphe, the Notre Dame Cathedral and of course the Eiffel Tower. There are a number of beautiful gardens and parks in the city centre that during the autumn months are full of color and flowers and in the summer months buzz with festivals, fetes, events and shows.

It is an easy procedure to book Italy hotels as well as other worldwide accommodation, simply check online for an organization dealing in online reservations. It’s very straight-forward and you can have your reservation confirmed in just a couple of minutes, by far the most convenient way to make an online hotel booking.





by: Michiel Van Kets