Half torture/half delight: I subscribe to an enewsletter that showcases European hotels and inns that are chosen for the "Charming Hotels" network (a group that goes around and anoints properties for their charm, whether a two-star hotel or four-star resort – no one pays to be in it, so it's really a great way to find some unique spots). You can find them at www.guidesdecharme.com; click on the little British flag for the (sometimes) English version... there's also a link to get their newsletter. The newsletter usually features specials going on at some of the properties (most are in France or Italy); you know, stay three nights and get the fourth free... I look at it for fun, for inspiration (or is it just torment?). This latest newsletter was all about "Hotels with jacuzzis." I almost erased it without looking, but a little thumbnail picture (above) piqued my interest, and I followed the link.
Oh my. What a gorgeous place (what an understatement). A medieval castle (with moat, no less!) that's updated with a modern, clean, and simple look. The French are SO good at that. I think I could spend weeks there, just relaxing and exploring (located in Languedoc-Roussillon: good wine country). The good news: their offered special is 75 euros/night. Even with the stinky exchange rate, that's about $100. Whoa, baby. Let's win the lottery and go! Check out this link, and drool away (careful; if you're daydreaming at work, there's music on the site): www.hotel-du-chateau.net/
Assume for a minute you're not worried about buying food or making mortgage payments or keeping your business going or restoring your portfolio: where would you travel to?
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