Traveling is all about going to new places and experiencing new things. It is a chance to find out about other cultures: what type of food they eat, what they wear, what kind of things they like to do. It is also a chance to see some of the natural and man made attractions the place has to offer: seeing the cascading rice terraces in the Philippines, viewing the Pyramids and the Sphinx in Egypt, visiting Angel Falls in South America are just a small iota of what the world has to offer. Advances in transportation and communication technology have made it more affordable for people these days to travel.
Airline rates offer great packages for people wanting to travel. One can now travel transatlantic at 20% of what the retail price of a ticket cost if one is resourceful. Comparing to prices in the 60's and the 70's, air travel is perhaps 40% less of what it cost then. The internet has also made it possible for information to be available at your fingertips and in the convenience of your computer. Sourcing out great deals can be done in your home and you can even pay for reservations and tickets online.
More importantly, you can get first hand information from other travelers on the places you would like to visit through visiting internet blog sites which give you perhaps data about the places that interest you that cannot be found on most travel books. You may even get to email and correspond with such bloggers who may accommodate your inquiries.
Accommodation also becomes a priority when it comes to traveling. If you are on a budget, you can find great packages on youth hostels and inns all over the world. If you are a discerning customer, there are posh hotels that meet your standard and whims. If you are an adventurous, there are specialized places that do cater to your taste. One country that offers a variety of hotels and places that meet most consumers' taste is found in Sweden.
Accommodation also becomes a priority when it comes to traveling. If you are on a budget, you can find great packages on youth hostels and inns all over the world. If you are a discerning customer, there are posh hotels that meet your standard and whims. If you are an adventurous, there are specialized places that do cater to your taste. One country that offers a variety of hotels and places that meet most consumers' taste is found in Sweden.
Hotels in Sweden are diverse and complete. First and foremost, the high standard of living in Sweden ensures that the type of hotels you are looking for meet if not go beyond your expectation. The Swedish Hotel and Restaurant Association or SHR are strict in assessing hotels based on a 130 criteria. And there are two types of categories set by the SHR: Hotel which refers to hotel establishments that have restaurant facilities serving more than just breakfast and Hotel Garni which refers to hotels serving only breakfasts.
Hotels are rated from one to five stars and their classifications are done on a yearly basis. There are also other places where one can stay, one of the most interesting one for adventurous tourists is the ICE Hotel which is constructed during the winter months in Northern Sweden. This hotel in itself has become a popular tourist attraction in recent years.
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