This week on Wandering West Africa I visit the top sights of Lagos, Nigeria, take a trip to N’Djamena, Chad through Morocco and visit the main sights of N’Djamena. Nigeria Immigration Coming from Cape Verde, via Morocco, I arrived in Lagos in the early morning. Nigeria was a big accomplishment for me, because I had … Continue reading Nigeria and Chad
A review of the The Grand Hotel de l’Opera in Toulouse, France on the trip Perusing the Persian Gulf. Highlights Central location in the Toulouse entertainment district. Luxurious rooms with unique views of the Opera house. Elegant fine dining. Creative and classy interiors. Proactive and professional service. Background The Grand Hotel de l’Opera has become … Continue reading Experience: The Grand Hotel de l’Opera, France
A review of the Hotel la Résidence du Vieux-Port in Marseille, France on the trip Perusing the Persian Gulf. Highlights Fantastic views of Marseille’s port. Fresh and simple Mediterranean dining. Fun and lively retro décor. Diverse function rooms for formal and casual events. Background The city of Marseille is one of the most historic cities … Continue reading Experience: Hotel la Résidence du Vieux-Port, France
A review of Gallery Park Hotel in Riga, Latvia on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Historic building with original designs. Opulent classic as well as modern contemporary rooms. Renowned gourmet restaurant. Centrally located near international embassies. Experience Gallery Park Hotel has been the selected as the sole representative of Latvia for the past … Continue reading Experience: Gallery Park Hotel, Riga
A review of the Kronwell Brașov Hotel in Brașov, Romania on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Modern and luxurious rooms. Extensive gym and spa facilities. Car fleet with chauffeurs. Great take charge service. Experience The Kronwell Brașov Hotel is a ultra modern hotel built to embody luxury. The hotel has devoted itself to … Continue reading Experience: Kronwell Brașov Hotel, Romania
A review of the Kaunas Hotel in Lithuania on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Modern and comfortable rooms. First-rate fitness facilities. Friendly hotel staff. Gourmet restaurant serving local cuisine and drink. Experience The original building of the Kaunas Hotel is from the late 19th century. The façade of the old architecture still stands … Continue reading Experience: Kaunas Hotel, Lithuania
A review of the Ca’Sagredo in Venice, Italy on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Stay in a National Monument. Opulent rooms with canal views. Exquisit saloons and restaurant spaces. Museums located within the hotel. Experience The Ca’Sagredo has had several nominations such as the Condè Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Award: “ranked 19th among … Continue reading Experience: The Ca’Sagredo, Venice
A review of the Hotel Dinasty in Tirana, Albania on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Extremely welcoming service and owner. Fine dining restaurant with exquisite wine pairing. Located near Tirana’s city center. Experience The Hotel Dinasty is located in the center of the natural park of Tirana. Known as one of the best … Continue reading Experience: Hotel Dinasty, Tirana
A review of the Holiday Inn Skopje in Macedonia on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Central location in Skopje. Views of the river and Skopje Kale Fortress. On-site health and fitness center. Experience Holiday Inn Skopje is a 5-star hotel situated in the middle of the city. Recently renovated in 2012, the hotel … Continue reading Experience: Holiday Inn Skopje, Macedonia
A review of Hôtel Des Mille Collines by Kempinski in Kigali on the trip The Great Eastern Summer. Highlights Historic and monumental property Panoramic views of Kigali. Trendy bar and dining patio next to pool. Top floor conference and event rooms. Experience The 4 star Hôtel Des Mille Collines, or “The Hotel of a Thousand … Continue reading Experience: Hôtel Des Mille Collines by Kempinski, Kigali