We
love Hotel Muguet in Paris -- writes
Kathi in Toronto, Canada -- Hotel Muguet is our home
away from home when we live in Paris. It's on the Left Bank
in the 7th arr (http://www.hotelmuguet.com).
We feel so safe and comfortable in this smart, stylish two-star
hotel. The spotless rooms are air-conditioned, a rarity indeed
in two-star hotels. Each room has its own bathroom. A two minute
walk down the street brings you to the rue Cler with its shops
and bistros and everything you could require to make your stay
perfect: cleaners, wine shop, cheese shop, bakery. Situated
in an upscale residential neighbourhood close to two metro stops
(Latour-Maubourg and Ecole-Militaire), it's a delightful hotel
for any woman on her own. Highly recommended. Address: 11, rue
Chevert,75007.
ED. NOTE: Kathi's tip is just one of 20 juicy
tips we've posted in a new article called, 'Advice From Women
Who Love Paris.' We've asked both tour operators and JW readers
to share their Paris secrets and we're delighted with the juicy
results. You can find this article at: http://www.journeywoman.com/girltalk/girl_talk_paris.html
Taking
your teenagers to Thailand? -- writes Nancy
from Bangkok -- Here's three important things to inform
them about Thai customs. (1) Women should not touch a monk (2)
Never pat a Thai on the head (3) You should not ever point your
feet at anyone in Thailand. Each of these three is considered
rude behaviour. I hope this is helpful to your readers.
Taking
your grandchildren to Disney? -- writes Evelyn
from Toronto, Canada --From the moment the Disney's
Magical Express bus from the Orlando airport passed through
the main Disney Gates the children in our party were wired.
The first morning they were up at dawn ready to go off and explore.
Grandma wasn’t, so she conspired with her son-in-law next
door. We informed our little charges that everybody must rest
quietly in bed until Mickey called to wake them up. Each morning
after that when ‘son-in-law in disguise’ called
the room, the children sprang out of bed and raced to the phone.
In a high pitched voice ’Mickey’ informed the kiddies
that they were splendid for not disturbing anybody early in
the morning. He reminded them to eat their breakfast, put on
their sunscreen and that he would see them in the park later
that day. The ruse worked. With apologies to Walt Disney, I
promised myself I would tell my grandchildren the truth about
those wake-up calls only when they went off to college.
ED. NOTE: Planning a trip to Disney with your
children or grandchildren, you might enjoy these tips: http://www.journeywoman.com/kids/disneybirthday.htm
A
woman's guest house in Wellington,
New Zealand -- writes Marcia from San
Diego, USA -- My daughter and I stayed in Wellington,
New Zealand at a fun and comfortable spot called the Mermaid
Guesthouse for Women. It's reasonably priced and centrally located,
within walking distance of all the great restaurants, Botanical
Gardens and the famous Te Papa Museum. We wholeheartedly recommend
it, especially the Latino room with its own bathroom. We were
situated right across the kitchen -- perfect for morning breakfasts
or midnight snacks brought back from the wonderful French bakery,
'Le Moulin' a few blocks away. Check their website at: http://www.mermaid.co.nz
ED. NOTE: Our Journeywoman classifieds contain
many advertisements for women-centered accommodation all over
the world. You can check these out at: http://www.journeywoman.com/classifieds/bedandbreak.html
A
woman-owned hotel in Verona, Italy
-- writes Sue from Honolulu, Hawaii -- I've
had the good fortune to stay at the two-star Hotel Torcolo located
in the central historic part of town, just off the main piazza
where the famous arena is located. I think it's a gem other
women will enjoy! This cozy 19-room hotel is owned by two women
who have been friends since childhood. Aside from a male night
porter, the hotel is staffed entirely by women; an attached
upscale restaurant also had a female chef when I've been there.
Most mornings charming owner Signora Pomari, who speaks English
fluently, is at the front desk and very helpful with sight-seeing
and dining suggestions. All desk staff are friendly and show
a real interest in their guests. Rates are reasonable (including
a breakfast with cheese, boiled eggs, yogurt); the hotel is
within walking distance to all tourist sites plus many restaurants
and cafes. I would never consider staying elsewhere in Verona.
Address: Vicolo Listone #3. Website: http://www.hoteltorcolo.it
ED. NOTE: Want more women-centered advice about
Italy? We recommend this link: http://www.journeywoman.com/girltalk/italy/girl_talk_italy.html
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I needed to hear to "follow my own heart." I
believe you've been successful beyond your wildest dreams
because you stay true to your mission to encourage women
to travel. It was a good message for me to hear as I get
ready to launch my own mission. Thank you again for your
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