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The InterContinental Hotel in Kabul, Afghanistan, has spent more time in the public eye than most of the Intercontinental stable. During the Russian occupancy of Afghanistan it was used as officers quarters and was used extensively by Western journalists during the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan in 2001 as it was the only hotel still operating in the capital at the time. The hotel has been renovated with US 25 million dollars by a Dubai based company and is currently in operation. It is also the landmark used at the start of the Hash House Harriers weekly events.

While originally developed by the InterContinental Hotels chain and built by Taylor Woodrow Construction (U.K), The InterContinental Hotel Kabul has no direct or indirect association with the InterContinental Hotels Group.

In 2003 the Hotel pool had no water and the gym was missing all of its furniture. The Hotel had several power cuts per day. There were still bullet holes throughout the hotel including the windows of the restaurant on the first floor. The furniture in the rooms was simple but clean. The rooms are equipped with TV. English, German and French TV Channels are available. The internet cafe is located in the basement. The telephone system is still operated by its original old manual switchboard, which was manufactured by Siemens. During the month of February 2003 a British intelligence agent Colin Berry who had been involved in the recovery of ‘Surface to Air Missiles’ and other Covert operations was involved in a gun battle in the hotel, as a result two Afghans were killed.

Free Hotel Deals are hard to find and even when you find them most of the times they will come involved with hidden costs or obligations to attend high-pressure sales presentations. I will explain how to avoid that to happen and also recommend a reliable place where to get your free hotel deals.

First of all, you need to understand that finding free hotel deals is not something as easy as it may seem. Sure in many places you will find the so much loved "free" label. This word has become absolutely empty of meaning nowadays, because for some reason now we get things for free when we pay for them. That should be normal, shouldn’t it? You pay for it, and you get if free of… Extra charges? Why should they charge you more? You have already payed for it!

What I mean in the end is that wherever we go the first word we find is always free and later we go discovering the costs. If we keep in mind that the total cost is the only thing that matters, then we will do a great job with it. Total cost does not mean only for the stay at the hotel, it means total cost that involves the fact of taking this offer. Many offers will tell you that you must get your breakfast and dinner at the hotel, or will put some obligations that will cause extra costs. You need to evaluate all them and take away a percentage of savings. If that percentage is lower than a 60%, normally you are not in front of a good free hotel deals company. If it is higher around 70% or higher, I certainly would go for it. You can even find some offers that reach an 80% discount.

Legislation, at least in the US, says that even if hotel rooms are given away for free for marketing purposes, the government taxes must be payed anyway. If this is not mentioned in the offer, you can get worried, because you will have to pay for them for sure. It will vary on the hotel, but normally they are around a 10%. When looking for free hotel deals you must remember also that a redemption fee will always need to be payed. That is the only way that travel certificate companies can offer their products. If redemption fees do not exist, probably this company will put you into one of this high-pressure sales presentations and they expect to get a commission from this.

Traveling to Rome on a holiday? Find a lovely historic hotel for a night of history and culture.

As a tourist, sometimes the best thing about a vacation is the comfortable hotel. So while you are visiting Rome, Italy, why not try one of the many historic hotels?

Between visiting beautiful historic fountains, the Coliseum, the Vatican Museum and enjoying the night life in Trastevere, you’ll need a cozy place to relax in the evening, but don’t let the vacation stop the moment you arrive at your hotel. There are plenty of exquisite hotels that only add to the experience of a true Roman holiday.

Suggested Historic Hotels in Rome

Amidst the city streets of Rome are lovely historic hotels like D’Inghilterra. Founded in 1845, the hotel’s guest list has included Hans Christian Anderson and Mark Twain. You understand why this is one of the most popular hotels when you first see the location, which sits close to the Spanish Steps. It’s unique interior style makes heads turn. With a delectable restaurant, Café Romano, this makes for a stunning all inclusive five star hotel.

The Blackstone Hotel is located on the corner of Michigan Avenue and Balbo Street in the Michigan Boulevard Historic District in the Loop community area of Chicago, Illinois. This 290 feet (88 m) 21-story hotel was built from 1908 to 1910 and designed by Marshall and Fox. On May 29, 1998, the Blackstone Hotel was designated as a Chicago Landmark. The hotel was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 8, 1986. It is also a historic district contributing property for the Chicago Landmark Historic Michigan Boulevard District.

and The hotel was named for Timothy Blackstone, a notable Chicago business executive and politician, who served as the founding president of the Union Stock Yards, president of the Chicago and Alton Railroadmayor of La Salle, Illinois. The hotel is famous for celebrity guests including numerous U.S. Presidents, for which it was known as the "Hotel of Presidents" for much of the 20th century. The hotel is known for contributing the term "smoke-filled room" to political parlance. The hotel fell into disrepair that necessitated closure and renovation. It reopened on March 6, 2008, after a $128-million renovation under the Marriott International Renaissance Hotels brand still using the Blackstone name

Contemporary design reflecting one of the world’s most fashionable cities – the Grange Holborn Hotel contrasts some of London’s more traditional accommodations. The modern architecture and décor mirror a city eager to keep its standards, striving to remain the benchmark. Your stay at the Grange Holborn Hotel will be one of luxury. Service is exquisite and obliges your every need.

Situated where West End greets the city, the hotel is ideally placed for shopping adventures in Oxford Street, or maybe you prefer the surreal experiences of Covent Garden. The Holborn tube station is barely 400 metres walk and offers easy access to the city’s financial district.

Bed and full breakfast (based on two people sharing) will cost you £89 (per person per night) during spring, and £92.50 throughout summer and winter. For those travelling alone a supplement of a similar amount will incur. A mid-week (Monday to Thursday) supplement valid for summer and winter will cost a further £32.50.

Royal Garden Hotel 5* (Kensington)

The 5 AA red star Royal Garden Hotel parades elegance and panache to very high standards. The Royal Garden sets the yardstick others strive for, and invariably fail. Boasting a total of 396 sizeable rooms, many have magnificent views over the majestic Kensington Palace and its beautiful gardens. The hotel features two marvellous restaurants and serves three stylish bars. For the more health conscious a health club is on site and also a spa.

Based in up-to-the-minute Kensington, the hotel resides just 4 minutes walk from High Street Kensington tube station, presenting easy access to most of the city and London’s vast library of attractions.

Bed and full breakfast (based on two people sharing) will cost you £102 (per person per night) during spring. Through summer and winter the price drops slightly to £87.50. The single person’s supplement is £93 in spring, falling to £87.50 in the course of summer and winter. A mid-week (Monday to Thursday) supplement of £7 is valid during spring. This rises to £32.50 throughout summer and winter. A deluxe room upgrade is available from an extra £40 per room per night.

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