City's Offer Up A "Shore" Thing

Work, schools and commitments can make life stressful and anyone can tell you that planning, and actually taking, a vacation can be a daunting task.  We count down the days until we can get away from it all and enjoy some much needed downtime.  These precious days away are truly cherished and so some travelers might find it difficult to decide on a vacation destination.  Should you head to the beach and bask in the sun and sand or should you hit a city where culture and sophistication are easily found.  Well worry no more, here are a few locations that give you the best of both worlds, skylines and shorelines, to ensure your vacation is unforgettable.  

Park Hyatt Zurich

This Swiss definitely do certain things right, they are a peaceful country, have delicious chocolates and even their army is trendy.  But tourists looking to find vacation bliss can find just that in landlocked Zurich.  Situated on the Limmat River and channel as well as a lake, this city may not be coastal but it does have an abundance of water nearby.  There are 18 swimming areas throughout the city and each has a very different personality.  Find the spot that best fits your mood and dive in.  After a day by the water, guests of Zurich can stroll through the city streets to find delightful restaurants, scenic bars and great music venues.  Stay at any of the Best Hotels in Zurich and hunker down for a fabulous get-away.  

Le Sirenuse on the Amalfi Coast

It is quite obvious the draw that Italy has on many tourists.  The history, culture, fashion and let's not forget the food, all easily attract guests.  But Italy is also quite famous for its coastal beauty.  The Amalfi Coast is a favorite place for Europeans to spend Holiday and tourists from around the world couldn't agree more.  Enjoy the beautiful museums, sit alongside the cobblestone streets and sip espresso or bask in the sun and look across the sea, this Italian destination has it all.  Stay at the gorgeous hotels and resorts on the Amalfi Coast and find exceptional service, remarkable amenities and spectacular decor.  The views from the terraces alone will prove that the Amalfi Coast could not possibly disappoint.   

The Westin Valencia in Spain

Barcelona and Madrid were once the best and most spectacular cities to visit in Spain, but today Valencia has stepped out of the shadows of these two amazing Spanish cities and impresses travelers on its own.  The metro area has had a face-lift in the area of Arts and Science and today shows off with a beautiful planetarium, opera house and two museums.  Also taking its reputation up a few notches was the city's privilege of hosting the 2007 America's Cup.  This helped to transform the filthy and empty Mediterranean shoreline into a booming area.  Now you can find hip restaurants and bars, new hotels and some exhilarating nightclubs.  A visit to Valencia will showcase stunning architecture, breathtaking cathedrals, tapas restaurants and very chic shopping.  Stay at the fabulous The Westin Valencia claiming to be one of the most impressive structures to date in the thriving city and find a travelers dream destination.

These are just three amazing cities that offer guests the promise of big city life as well as coastal pleasure.  Let WhatAHotel! help you book your stay in one of these remarkable locales, or any other great vacation destination, and receive exclusive complimentary perks and benefits that will inspire a very happy heart.  Vacations are not to squandered but instead should be savored and fully enjoyed.  Find the perfect place to spend your break from reality with the help of WhatAHotel!.