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London vacation apartment rental - LONDON PERFECT apartment For our Paris vacation apartments, please see: www.parisperfect.com For Italian vacation properties, please see: www.italyperfect.com Click here to view video London Perfect was featured on the Fine Living Channel ‘Historic Settings', in their series: Around the World in 80 Homes . Home Apartments The Cornwall Sleeps 1-4 Lancaster Sleeps 1-2 The Somerset Sleeps 2-5 Notting Hill Sleeps 2-6 The Essex Sleeps 2-6 Norfolk Sleeps 7 (8 if child) Neighborhood Prices & Conditions Guest Feedback Contact us Links We offer beautiful short term vacation rental apartments in central London . The vacation rentals are located in the best areas of London , as shown below. Our selection is small, because great apartments and homes are difficult to find. Location London vacation rentals location is simply unbeatable. They are located in central Kensington and Knightsbridge, near to all of the best London shopping and the park as well. Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park are nearby, great for playing, running, walking, picnicking, bicycling, rollerskating, etc. Near the short term vacation rentals, Kensington Palace is there, with its beautiful gardens and Orangery. The Palace now has a museum which houses the Court Dress Collection, including some of Princess Diana's gowns. The London vacation rental apartments are a short walk to famous Museum Row, including the Natural History and Science Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum . The Natural History and Science Museum have been recently remodeled thanks to the generous pool of funds from the British Lottery. The displays are excellent and highly recommended for children. The V+A, as the Victoria and Albert Museum is called, houses important decorative arts collections as well as Islamic art and an unbeatable dress collection of garments and fashion dating from the 1300's to the swinging 60's. Walk 20 minutes from London vacation rental apartment along Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park to Harrods, Harvey Nichols and Burberry's in Knightsbridge. Find the big designer shops and exclusive restaurants walking down Sloane Street , wherel you arrive at Peter Jone’s department store and the start of King’s Road. The London Perfect apartment rental is a few minutes walk to restaurants and shopping in High Street Kensington, where there is a large Marks and Spencers store and numerous specialty stores. Shop at stores such as Marks and Spencer, Barkers, Zara, Habitat, Muji, Lush, Monsoon, Accessorize, Mac, Urban Decay etc. Additionally, get your Starbucks latte nearby or eat at numerous good cafés and restaurants along the way. The vacation apartment rental is 10 minutes walk to Christies South Kensington, the branch of Christie's which auctions more affordable antiques and collectables. The area surrounding our London vacation apartment rental is served by many excellent English, French, Indian, Persian, Moroccan and Italian restaurants. There is even a Starbucks around the corner, for those needing a nice armchair and a Grande Cappuccino. Transportation The London Perfect vacation apartment rentals are all served by nearby tubes, including Gloucester Road, South Kensington and Notting Hill Gate. There are numerous bus lines which traverse London as well. From the vaction apartment rentals, it is easy to get to Chinatown , the theatre district, Piccadilly Circus , Fortnum and Mason, the Tower of Londo n , Knightsbridge, Sloane Square and the trendy King's Road, the City of London , the Houses of Parliament at Westminster , the river cruises at Embankment, the Great Wheel and Aquarium at Westminster , even direct to Wimbledon . We are happy to answer any questions you may have. Click on any photo to enter photo tour Near our vacation rental apartments, Kensington Palace on a spring morning The Princess Diana Playground The Orangerie next to Kensington Palace London Apartment The Cornwall London apartment The Essex Last updated 08/12/05
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During this evening, families gather together to celebrate and share traditional holiday dishes such as turkey, and regional dishes including bacalao a la vizcaina (Biscayan dried cod), and romeritos, wild greens in mole sauce. For the holiday toast, the typical drink is ponche con piquete - similar to hot apple cider, made of seasonal fruits, cinnamon sticks, and spiked with brandy or rum. After dinner, gifts are opened around the Christmas tree and many families have a piata which marks the end of the posadas tradition. Afterward, the little ones usually go to bed earlier so that Santa can come, with the adults celebrating late into the night. 12/22/2005 PAMBER YOURSELF IN NAYARIT Punta de Mita, Nayarit, one of the most exclusive vacation spots in Mexico, will welcome a new ultra-luxe resort by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide in 2007. The hotel will include 120 guest rooms, 65 luxury villas, spa and fitness center, world-class concierge, two restaurants, and the second Punta de Mitas Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. Punta de Mita is located 35 miles northwest Puerto Vallarta. This region of Nayarit has become one of the most exclusive best planned resort and residential community. The state of Nayarit also features archaeological sites, colonial structures and 19th-century buildings in its cities, including the renowned destination of Nuevo Vallarta, one of the most luxurious attractions in Mexico and just north of Puerto Vallarta. In addition to its captivating cities, the state of Nayarit is renowned for its local cuisine that includes the unique sopa marinera, made from seafood; iguana steak; smoked stopped mullet and fried fish. As one of the countrys most exclusive marine and residential complexes, the diverse state also offers a wide range of shopping options, featuring everything from local handicrafts made by the Huichol, to more upscale items like fine leatherwork, silver, perfumery, trendy beachwear and local ceramics. For more information, call (866) 478-2777. 12/22/2005 SICK OF THE COLD?... COZUMEL IS CLOSER THAN EVER People in Colorado looking to escape the cold have a new option to reach the warm shores of Cozumel a direct flight from Denver from Frontier Airlines. The service offers mid-morning Saturday departures on a weekly basis, an Airbus A319 aircraft with 33 inches of legroom and 24 channels of live television and pay-per-view movies. Excuses are definitely running out to visit the largest inhabited island in Mexico. Cozumel lays just off the coast of Quintana Roo in the Yucatan Peninsula. Visitors will find great luxurious hotels and restaurants, surrounded by the age-old structures of the Mayan coral reef. An ideal Caribbean destination, Cozumel also offers prehispanic archeological sites and incredible underwater wildlife. For additional information, visit www.flyfrontier.com. 12/21/2005 FRONTIER AIRLINES DENVER/ACAPULCO NONSTOP FLIGHT TO RUN THROUGH APRIL 16 Frontier Airlines twice-a-week, nonstop season service from Denver, Colo. To Acapulco, Guerrero will run through April 16. The flight departs every Sunday and Thursday excluding the month of January, which will only have one non stop flight every week departing on Sundays. The Acapulco service benefits travelers looking to take advantage of the Pacific port citys many diversions. Aca, as the locals call it, offers much more than just stretches of beach: Mexicans and foreigners agree that it is the perfect place for people of all tastes and budgets to swim, shop, dine, party or just soak up the sun. For additional information, please visit www.flyfrontier.com. 12/21/2005 HAVE A MERRY MEXICAN CHRISTMAS Mexico celebrates Christmas with of indigenous, local and European traditions, a reflection its rich history and cultural heritage. One of these traditions, Las Posadas, takes place throughout the country on nine consecutive evenings, from Dec. 16 to 24. The posada is the reenactment of the journey Mary and Joseph took to Bethlehem for Christs birth. Entire communities participate in the processions that go from house to house seeking shelter until arriving at a local church where a special mass is held. The piata, a symbol of Christmas in Mexico, is the center of attention at the festivities as the children anxiously take turns trying to break it open. The piata, a symbol of sin, attracts humanity. As the piata is broken with the stick, the world is gradually eliminated of sin, and the goodies that ultimately break free represent the gifts that God has bestowed upon the world. Enjoy Mexico States posada and piata fair, celebrated in Alcoman. The fair features a posada procession and childrens party. Among the piatas on display are those made from clay, traditional models with seven points that symbolize the seven deadly sins, and those made from cardboard with popular children's designs. Workshops in piata-making are also offered. For more information, call 1-800-929-4555. 11/30/2005 IRONMAN TO PUSH THE LIMITS IN BAJA CALIFORNIA Ensenada will provide a stunning backdrop to the internationally renowned Half Ironman Mexico race when it hosts Baja Ironman 2006 on May 21. The competition is part of the Ironman 70.3 World Series. Known for other important fitness events like the Rosarito-Ensenada Bike Race, this Baja California city offers visitors a wealth of activities. Visitors can enjoy miles of unspoiled beaches, participate in aquatic sports, tour Bajas wine country and feast on the regions cuisine. A 90-minute drive from San Diego, Ensenada is easily accessible from land, sea and air. For more information on the Ironman race, visit www.ironmanbaja.com/eng_intro.html. 11/28/2005 THERE ARE OTHER FISH IN THE MANZANILLO SEA The deep Pacific waters off the coast of the state of Colima are teeming with so much aquatic life that it has been called the worlds sailfish capital. Every year, the city of Manzanillo hosts the International Sailfish Tournament during the latter end of November. Both amateur and professional fishermen are invited to participate in the tournament that dates back to 1954. Named after the many fruit trees in its forests, Manzanillo is a charming city full of festive streets, friendly people, beautiful landscapes and outstanding tourist facilities. In 1908, following the inauguration of the railroad connection between Manzanillo, Guadalajara and Porfirio Daz, the city became an official port of entry. Today, recent modernizations have made it one of the most important ports and trading centers on Mexicos west coast. For more information call: 312 316 20 21 or visit www.visitacolima.com.mx 11/21/2005 PAINT THE TOWN TIFFANY BLUE! Tiffany & Co. will open a store in one of Monterreys most affluent neighborhoods in Feburary 2006. The approximately 1,500 square foot store will be situated in the new El Palacio de Hierro department store, which is part of a major new luxury retail center located on Av. Jose Vasconcelos #402, Col Del Valle, San Pedro Garza Garcia. The Monterrey store will be the jewelers fifth store in Mexico. Monterrey is a modern city with a sophisticated urban layout and numerous recreational attractions. Its modern malls and luxurious hotels equipped with conference halls serve as one of the largest business and convention centers in Latin America. As the capital of the state of Nuevo Leon, the city offers rich cultural, historical and entertainment options, all set in an exciting metropolis bordered by the beautiful distinctive landmark of the Cerro de la Silla mountain range. For more information, call 212-230-5301 or e-mail mark.aaron@tiffany.com. 10/11/2005 COZUMEL TO HOST SECOND ANNUAL DIVE SHOW For the second consecutive year, Cozumel has been selected as the site of Mexico Underwater, the countrys international dive show, from June 1-3, 2006. The event, hosted by the Cozumel Tourism Board and the Mexico Tourism Board, will provide industry professionals with the opportunity learn about Mexicos underwater natural treasures through exploration. Mexico Underwater is open to the public and will include educational seminars, the latest news on diving technology, equipment information, travel opportunities and diving time. The small island of Cozumel, located 11 miles east of the northeast Yucatan peninsula, boasts the second-largest coral reef in the world. Divers can choose from approximately 37 dive sites, enjoying waters with year-round temperatures between 77 to 82 degrees. For more information, visit www.islacozumel.com.mx. Home | About Us | Disclaimer-Privacy Policy | Site Map 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Our Partners: World Countries Info | Juarez Travel Guide 2005 Si-Mexico Hotel And Resort Travel Guide. All rights reserved. Site Design & Maintenance Forbes Communications Corp. Hosting Graffic Traffic
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