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Getting the best discounts

November 25th, 2008

If you do not like to tour around the city all by yourself, you can approach the tourism department of the city. They have quite a number of tours available and the same start from Castle Palace which is located in the city center. These tours are fun and people love it for the view they get from the open top buses. The option of the different modes of taking the tours depends upon your wishes and your budget and there is no fixed rule. There are a number of low-cost hotels like the `Belfast City Travelodge Hotel’ which is perfect for those on a low budget and is located right in the center of the city.

If your budget permits you to spend a bit more and you plan to avail of better services, you can check out the “Express by Holiday Inn”. This hotel is also ideally located within walking distance from the major tourist attractions of the city including the Queen’s University. The train station and the Victoria Street Bus are also located nearby. There are a number of `5-star’ hotels too and you can search for them on the net. Most hotels have their online portals and you can use them to plan and book your rooms according to your needs and budget. Some of these hotels offer special off season discounts and also for visitors traveling in groups. Keep an eye out on their website for such discounts when planning your trip.

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Why Belfast?

November 25th, 2008

Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland can be a perfect place to visit along with family and friends during the holidays, but most people shirk about the accommodation costs that eat into a major part of their traveling budget. There are many sights in this city that attracts lots of tourists all round the year, including its enchanting nightlife, the dance clubs and the shopping centers. All these, together with the architectural beauty and the warm hearted people make Belfast one of the most desired tourist spots. One should keep in mind that lots of tourists visit Belfast, especially during Christmas and it is extremely tough to find hotel accommodation over there unless you book well in advance.

There are both costly and cheap hotels available and if you are on a shoestring budget, you might opt in for a travel lodge. Before proceeding to book the hotel, you should check out the location and see if it suits you. Quite a number of hotels are located near nightclubs or in busy locations and you might get disturbed if you are planning to stay in hotels located in such locations, especially when trying to get a peaceful night’s sleep after a hard day of sightseeing. Selecting a hotel in the center of the city has its advantages since most common tourist spots will be located nearby and you shall not have to waste money on transportation.

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