Classic Vactions - Classic Europe 2008 - (Page 51) Budapest F O U R S E A S O N S G R E S H A M PA L A C E Art Nouveau palace with rooftop spa • This lavishly renovated hotel occupies a former palace at the foot of the Chain Bridge on the Danube’s east bank. • 179 guestrooms with Art Deco decor have marble bathrooms, high-speed Internet access, and courtyard, city, or river views. • Gresham Kávéház reflects the legendary 19thcentury coffeehouse culture, while the luxurious spa offers special Hungarian treatments. Published Rates: From $529 to $1,159/Night* LE MERIDIEN BUDAPEST French Empire style near St. Stephen’s Basilica • Set amid leafy boulevards and imperial edifices, this hotel is walking distance from the Opera House, the Danube River, and shopping. • All 192 rooms and 26 suites are equipped with voice mail, separate bathtub and shower, and high-speed Internet access. • The rooftop fitness center houses an indoor swimming pool and spa tub; Swedish and Thai massage and therapeutic treatments are offered. BP Published Rates: From $289 to $629/Night* N E W Y O R K PA L A C E Elegant palace hotel in central Budapest • This neoclassical hotel features an eclectic mix of Italian Renaissance and modern interiors, one mile from the Opera House. • Rich fabrics in muted tones adorn the 105 guestrooms, which feature gilded mirrors, silk wallpaper, marble bathrooms, and minibars. • Guests can indulge in beauty therapies, saunas, and Turkish baths at the new-age spa, and enjoy haute cuisine at the restaurant. BP * For special promotions and reservations, please contact your Travel Specialist. Published Rates: From $289 to $649/Night* FIVE WAYS TO enjoy Hungary 4. Attend one of Hungary’s many festivals throughout the year, including feast season, spring and autumn festivals, the Budapest Fair, the Budapest Opera and Ballet Festival, and the Sziget, the largest multicultural event in central Europe. 5. Catch the opera or a musical show at one of Budapest’s 30-plus theaters. CLASSIC VACATIONS 1. Enjoy Budapest and visit the Citadel on Gellert Hill, Heroes’ Square, and the famous Andrássy Avenûe. 2. Cruise along the Danube exploring such sights as the riverside village of Visegrad and its historic castle. 3. Soothe your body and soul in Budapest’s more than 30 thermal springs and 130 medicinal and mineral water springs. 51
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