Barbados Settler Beach Villa Hotel

If you are seeking luxury and informality, the Settler will fit the bill. Here you choose hotel rooms or villas. Set in four acres of tropical gardens, the 22 two-bedroom cottages are arranged in a horseshoe shape near where the island's first settlers landed. There is also a one-bedroom apartment, which starts at BBD200 per night. The resort appeals to guests looking for tranquility and offers spacious accommodations for families. It is within walking distance of several restaurants and is close to the banks, post office and supermarkets.

Rooms & Charges: Singles From 197. Suites From 285.

Hotel Services: Air conditioning. Bar. Internet access. Parking. Restaurant. Swimming pool.

Conferences: No formal conference facilities are available, but areas are available for meetings throughout the property.

Special Features: The villas are single story with a central patio/atrium and two-story. Private cooks, nannies and baby-sitters can be arranged.

Buenos Aires Gran Hotel Argentino

This hotel has an interesting art-nouveau style and a primelocation. The rooms are pretty standard, but many offer panoramic views of the surrounding area, which is just two blocks away from the Obelisk. It features a well equipped health club, conference rooms, and a nice bar/restaurant and secure parking. The service is efficient and the tropical breakfast is excellent. For the price, this is a great spot for those on a budget.

Rooms & Charges: Singles From 230. Doubles From 230. Suites From 364.

Hotel Services: 24-hour room service. Air conditioning. Bar. Business facilities. Computer facilities. Fitness club. Parking. Safe deposit. Television.

Christchurch Hotel Grand Chancellor

Enjoy spectacular views of the Southern Alps and the Garden City of Christchurch. This inner-city hotel is within walking distance of the Botanical Gardens, cafes, bars and restaurants, art galleries and the casino--there is plenty to do. Spacious rooms and superior conference facilities, a business centre, car parking, car hire and ID telephone make this particularly attractive and convenient for the business traveller. Relax and enjoy the ambience and convenience of the central-city location. With buffet and a-la-carte options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, there is always a wide choice of food at Merchants Restaurant.

Rooms & Charges: Singles From 140. Doubles From 190.

Hotel Services: 24-hour room service. Bar. Business facilities. Car-hire facilities. Childcare facilities. Computer facilities. Television.

Conferences: Meeting and function rooms with theatre-style seating. Three boardrooms. Full conference facilities available for meetings of 10 to 1200 people.

Sydney Grand Hotel

Situated on the Tank Stream - the water supply for the first settlers - this is one of the oldest pubs in the city. Providing pleasant accommodation, from here you are just a short walk to the lush green of the Domain (The). In contrast, you also have easy access to the hustle and bustle that is the very heart of the city, with its varied shops and services.

Rooms & Charges: Singles From 77. Doubles From 88.

Hotel Services: Bar. Non-smoking rooms. Television.

Conferences: All rooms have radio, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. A pool room and fax is available for guests to use.

Special Features: All rooms have radio, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. A pool room and fax is available for guests to use.

Paris Lasvegas

Half-scale versions of the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe rise 50 stories above the Las Vegas Strip, drawing visitors into this resort. Your elegant guest room or suite is decorated in a French Regency style and is both opulent and comfortable. Guests will enjoy Le Boulevard district for their shopping pleasure. The Mandara Spa is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Two attractive wedding chapels are located on site. The hotel is connected to Bally's and MGM via a monorail system.

Rooms & Charges: Singles From 227. Doubles From 271.

Hotel Services: 24-hour room service. Air conditioning. Bar. Business facilities. Computer facilities. Disabled access. Hairdresser. Internet access. Minibar. Non-smoking rooms. Parking. Restaurant. Safe deposit. Sauna. Swimming pool. Television. Whirlpool.

Conferences: Seven ballrooms and salons are available, totaling 140,000 square feet of conference space. Convention hallways resemble the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles.

Special Features: Nine restaurants offering diverse cuisines can be found at the hotel. Activity areas include tennis and basketball courts and a rooftop swimming pool. Two telephone lines, voice mail and dataport available in guest rooms.