No, isn’t Oxford Street, the Champs-Elysées, or even Fifth Avenue. A new survey shows that the most popular shopping street in the world is… Nowy Swiat. Where’s that? In Warsaw, Poland, of course.
A resent survey has shown that the busiest shopping street in the world is not in London, New York, or Paris, but in Warsaw. It’s called Nowy Swiat , which means New World. An incredible 14,000 Poles walk down this main street every hour.
It is a lovely place to shop. The pavements are very wide. There are statues, palaces, attractive town houses, exclusive cafés, and high-class restaurants. The buildings aren’t too tall. They look old, but in fact the whole city was rebuilt after World War II.
There aren’t any billboards or neon lights. There isn’t any loud music, and there aren’t many tourists. People think that Polish shops have nothing to sell, so nobody comes shopping here. The world doesn’t know about this paradise for shoppers – yet.
It is now possible to buy almost everything in Warsaw. There are a lot of shops from the West, but the interesting thing is that Polish manufacturers are now producing high quality goods. They are good because they are not mass produced for world consumption.
Nowy Swiat has a lot of small shops, specialist shops, and chic shops. It hasn’t got the huge department stores that sell the same things everywhere. If you want an exquisite handmade suit, Nowy Swiat is the place to go. It isn’t cheap. You will pay up to £1.000. for beautiful French baby clothes, go to Petit Bateau. You will pay £50 for pair of blue jeans for a baby. A dress for a baby girl is about £90. At Désa, a famous antique shop, a desk costs £5.000, and a 19th century Russian icon is £200.
Not everuthing is expensive. At the shop Pantera you can buy leather goods – handbags, purses, coats, and belts. Cepelia specializes in folk art. There are also book shops and record shops. And there are a lot of small boutiques that sell men’s and women’s clothes that aren’t too expensive.
If you’re tired, stop at Café Blikle. This is a fashionable place to meet. You’ll find a lively atmosphere, and a lot of well-known Poles. The frozen yoghurt and ice-creams are excellent, and its famous doughnuts are delicious.
It is possible to travel the world and find the same things for sale in every country. But Warsaw is different because its shops are unique – and they’re in Nowy Swiat.
Let's go shopping!!!!
The best shopping street in the world
Hotel Valencia Center ****
Opened in 2005, this elegant, contemporary hotel is located in the Avenida de Francia, one of the most modern areas in Valencia. The hotel is close to the Turia River and gardens and next to the world famous Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias (the Museum of Arts and Sciences). The museum houses the most modern aquarium in Europe and is a fascinating place to explore when visiting Valencia. The hotel offers excellent access to the rest of this fascinating, beautiful city. There are also many shopping centres and leisure facilities in the area surrounding the hotel. The comfortable, modern accommodation, impressive facilities and great location mean the hotel is an excellent place to stay when visiting Valencia, whether you are in the city on business or on holiday.
Number of rooms : 131
Check in : 12:00 hours
Check out: 07:00 - 12:00 hours
Creditcards : American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Diners Club
Double room (1 or 2 persons)
Room rates EUR 59.99 - 314.58
Breakfast: EUR 13.91 p.p.p.n.
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT.
Facilities
General: Parking (fee required), Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Non-Smoking Rooms, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Luggage Storage, Breakfast Buffet, All Public and Private Spaces Non-Smoking
Activities: Outdoor Swimming Pool
Services: Room Service, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, VIP Room Facilities, Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Currency Exchange, Car Rental, Tour Desk, Fax/Photocopying, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included
Location: Beach, City Centre, Shopping Centre, Museum Area, Park, University, Old Town, River
Gran Hotel Almenar ****
Gran Hotel Almenar was opened in April 2004, offering 103 rooms, the majority being suites. All rooms are equipped with the latest technological advancements and according to the highest standards of comfort to satisfy all our guests’ needs. Our hotel facilities include 3 meeting/conferences rooms, bar-cafeteria, restaurant and free indoors garage. Our hotel is located in Las Rozas, north of Madrid, at exit 26 of the A6 highway Madrid - La Coruña, in a residential area opposite the train station of Las Matas. It is in close proximity of the Las Rozas business park, the Heron city entertainment centre, the village of Las Rozas and the factory outlet shopping centres.
Number of rooms : 103
Cancellation : At least 48 hours before date of arrival Otherwise, the hotel will charge the amount corresponding to the first night on the credit card.
Check in : 14:00 - 00:00 hours
Check out: 07:00 - 12:00 hours
Creditcards : American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Diners Club, Maestro
Standard Double Room - Single Use
Breakfast: EUR 9.63 per person per night.
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT.
Room Facilities:
Heating, Bathroom, Toilet, Balcony, Air Conditioning, Telephone, TV, Safety Deposit Box, Bath, Shower, Minibar.
Standard Double room (1 or 2 persons)
Room rates EUR 49.00 - 119.00
Breakfast: EUR 9.63 per person per night.
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT.
Room Facilities:
Bathroom, Toilet, Balcony, Air Conditioning, Telephone, TV, Safety Deposit Box, Bath, Shower, Minibar.
Double Suite - Single Use with Sitting Room
Breakfast: EUR 9.63 per person per night
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT.
Room Facilities:
Heating, Bathroom, Toilet, Seating Area, Work Desk, Balcony, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Hairdryer, Air Conditioning, Telephone, TV, Safety Deposit Box, Bath, Shower, Minibar.
Suite with Sitting Room (1 or 2 persons)
Room rates EUR 59.00 - 129.00
Breakfast: EUR 9.63 per person per night.
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT.
Room Facilities:
Heating, Bathroom, Toilet, Seating Area, Work Desk, Balcony, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Air Conditioning, Telephone, TV, Safety Deposit Box, Bath, Shower, Minibar.
Facilities
General: Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled, Free Parking, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Gay Friendly, Breakfast Buffet
Activities: Golf Course (within 3 km)
Services: Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Internet Services, Tour Desk, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included
Location: Shopping Centre, Near Highway, Near Train Station
Barcelona center Apartments **
Fully equipped apartments situated in city center, Ramblas, el born, Barceloneta-Beach, Gracia... different categories/sizes apartments with capacity to accomodate from 1-10 people. Please inform us on our mobile number of your arrival time You can recollect your keys at the same address as your apartment/flat
Number of rooms : 12
Cancellation : 30 days before date of arrival, between 30-15 days we will charge your cc the 50% between 14-0 days will be charged the 100%.
Check in : 16:00 hours
Check out: 11:00 hours
Creditcards : Visa, Euro/Mastercard
Raval Budget Apartment
Room rates EUR 86.00 - 182.00
Address: Ronda Sant Pau, 42.
Category: Budget.
Maximum occupancy: 1- 6 people.
The quoted room rate is based on 3 people sharing.
This apartment is just a 10 minute walk from Las Ramblas. All of the city’s sights and attractions are nearby including Gaudi’s buildings, Montjuic and its museums, the port and the beach.
The apartment consists of a light, airy living room with table and comfortable sofa bed, a fully-equipped kitchen, 2 spacious double bedrooms and a single bedroom.
A deposit of EUR 150 is required to cover accidental damages and this deposit is refundable at the end of the stay.
Extra guests cost EUR 25 per person per night.
There is a charge for check-ins later than 21:00 of EUR 20.
All bookings have an extra fee of EUR 50 for cleaning.
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT, Including electricity and water charges.
Gracia 1 Economy Apartment
Room rates EUR 86.00 - 190.00
Address: Travessera de Gracia, 261 Pral. 2a.
Category: Economy.
Maximum occupancy: 6 people.
The quoted room rate is based on 3 people sharing.
This apartment is close to the city centre.
The apartment consists of 2 double bedrooms with balcony, 2 single bedrooms, a cosy living room with sofa and table and a fully-equipped kitchen. The apartment also has a private terrace.
A deposit of EUR 150 is required to cover accidental damages and this deposit is refundable at the end of the stay.
Extra guests cost EUR 25 per person per night.
There is a charge for check-ins later than 21:00 of EUR 20.
All bookings have an extra fee of EUR 50 for cleaning.
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT, Including electricity and water charges.
Gracia 2 Standard Apartment
Room rates EUR 86.00 - 190.00
Address: Travessera de Gracia, 261 1º 1ª
Category: Standard
Maximum occupancy: 6 people
This light, comfortable apartment has a total area of 80 m² and is close to the city centre.
The apartment has 2 double bedrooms, 2 single bedrooms, a cosy living room with a sofa, a TV and a table and a fully-equipped kitchen. The apartment is located in an old-style building typical of this area of the city.
The quoted room rate is based on 3 people sharing.
Additional Charges:
Extra guests: EUR 25 per person per night.
Late check-in: EUR 20 for check-in after 21.00.
All bookings have an extra fee of EUR 50 for cleaning.
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT, Including electricity and water charges.
Cathedral/Ramblas Comfort Apartment
Room rates EUR 107.00 - 250.00
Address: Avenida Portal de l'Angel,2 - 4º 2ª
Category: Comfort
Maximum occupancy: 7 people
This comfortable apartment has a total area of 140 m² and is situated just 20 m from the cathedral, right in the heart of the city’s historical centre, only 2 minutes’ walk from Las Ramblas.
The apartment has 3 large double bedrooms, one single bedroom, 2 bathrooms and a fully-equipped kitchen. The light, airy living room has a large window on to the vibrant main street, which has plenty of fashionable shops and a great atmosphere. The apartment also has a dining area and a living area with large sofas.
A deposit of EUR 150 is required to cover accidental damages and this deposit is refundable at the end of the stay.
The quoted room rate is based on 3 people sharing.
Additional Charges:
Extra guests: EUR 25 per person per night.
Late check-in: EUR 20 for check-in after 21.00.
All bookings have an extra fee of EUR 50 for cleaning.
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT, Including electricity and water charges.
Plaza Cataluña Standard Studios
Room rates EUR 75.00 - 135.00
Address: Jovellanos, 7
Category: Standard studios
Maximum occupancy: 1-3 people
These studios each have a total area of 30 m² and are situated in the heart of the city.
Each studio has double sofa bed and a double bed on the mezzanine floor. Every studio has a private toilet and a fully-equipped kitchen with a table.
Additional Charges:
Cleaning fee: EUR 30.
Late check-in: EUR 20 for check-in after 21.00.
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT, Including electricity and water charges.
Las Ramblas Deluxe Design Studio
Room rates EUR 80.00 - 250.00
Address: Tallers,4 - 1º-1ª, 08002 Barcelona
Category: Deluxe Studio
Maximum occupancy: 1-4 people
This design studio is 55 m² in area and is situated in a pedestrian street just a few metres from Las Ramblas, Plaza Cataluña and all of Barcelona’s many other sights and attractions.
The studio is located in a newly-rebuilt building with a lift. The studio has a spacious living room with a double sofa bed, a TV, big windows and a little balcony looking out onto the pedestrian street. There is also a fully-equipped kitchen with a table, a large, private bathroom and a double bedroom on the second level, upstairs.
A deposit of EUR 150 is required to cover accidental damages and this deposit is refundable at the end of the stay.
The quoted room rate is based on 2 people sharing.
Additional Charges:
Extra guests: EUR 25 per person per night.
Cleaning fee: EUR 30.
Late check-in: EUR 20 for check-in after 21.00.
Including taxes, Including VAT, Including electricity and water charges.
6-Room Standard Apartment
Room rates EUR 96.00 - 250.00
Address: Girona, 123 5º-2º, 08009 Barcelona
Category: 6-room standard apartment
Maximum occupancy: 10 people
This apartment is 150 m² in area and is located in the most exclusive area of the Eixample district of Barcelona, between the Sagrada Familia and Passeig de Gracia.
The apartment is situated in a building typical of this stylish area of Eixample, the most distinctive district of Barcelona. The apartment is on the buildings 5th floor and the building does have a lift.
Newly-redecorated, the apartment has 6 bedrooms (3 doubles and 3 singles), a new separate kitchen, 2 bathrooms and a huge living room with a large table and seating area with sofas. The apartment also has a private 30 m² balcony. The Sagrada Familia can be seen from some of the apartment’s bedrooms. Sheets, blankets and towels are all provided.
The quoted room rate is based on 3 people sharing.
Additional Charges:
Extra guests: EUR 25 per person per night.
Cleaning fee: EUR 50.
Late check-in: EUR 20 for check-in after 21.00.
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT.
Barceloneta 3 Standard Apartment
Room rates EUR 86.00 - 190.00
Address: Calle Sant Miquel, 104-106 3º-1ª, 08003 Barcelona
Category: standard apartment
Maximum occupancy: 3 people
This lovely one-bedroom apartment is light and airy and has recently been refurbished with air conditioning.
Fully equipped with all you need for a comfortable, relaxing stay in Barcelona, the apartment has a living room with a small balcony, a table and a double sofa bed (1.60 metres by 2.05 metres). The apartment also has a fully-equipped kitchen, a private bathroom with a shower and a double bedroom.
The apartment is located just 100 metres from the beach of La Barceloneta and only 15 minutes walk from Las Ramblas and Barcelona’s Gothic area.
Sheets, blankets and towels are all provided.
The quoted room rate is based on 2 people sharing.
Additional Charges:
Extra guests: EUR 25 per person per night.
Cleaning fee: EUR 30.
Late check-in: EUR 20 for check-in after 21.00.
Including taxes, Excluding breakfast, Including VAT, Including electricity and water charges.
Deluxe City Centre Apartment
Room rates EUR 107.00 - 200.00
Address: Valldonzella, 7
Category: deluxe apartment
Maximum occupancy: 1-4 people
This lovely apartment has a total area of 65 m² and a balcony. The apartment is located in a quiet square just 2 minutes’ walk from Las Ramblas.
The building and the apartment have been completely renovated and newly-refurbished. The building has a lift and the apartment has heating and air conditioning.
There is one double bedroom and a spacious living room with a double sofa bed and a table. The apartment also has a private, complete bathroom with a large shower and a fully-equipped separate kitchen with an oven, a fridge and a washing machine.
The apartment is a great location and you can discover all that this fantastic city has to offer on foot, as all of Barcelona’s sights, attractions, shops, restaurants, bars and nightlife are just a few minutes away from the apartment.
The quoted room rate is based on 2 people sharing.
Additional Charges:
Extra guests: EUR 25 per person per night.
Cleaning fee: EUR 30.
Late check-in: EUR 20 for check-in after 21.00.
Including taxes, Including VAT, Including electricity and water charges.
El Born Apartment
Room rates EUR 86.00 - 180.00
Address: Tragí, 4, 3rd floor, apartment 1
Category: Standard - Comfort
Maximum occupancy: 1- 5 people (2 rooms)
This 2-bedroom apartment has a total area of 60 m². The light, airy apartment is situated just 100 metres from Barcelona’s cathedral, 2 minutes walk from Las Rambla and Plaza Cataluña. In the midst of El Born and its bohemian streets, the apartment is surrounded by cafes and nightlife and is just a short walk away from the Picasso Museum and the historic Santa Caterina’s market (with fresh fruit and delicious local produce).
The apartment is located on the 3rd floor of a building that is typical of the historic centre.
The apartment has 2 double bedrooms, including one with a balcony. The living area has a large sofa bed, a TV, a DVD player and a dining area. The fully-equipped kitchen has a washing machine, a fridge and an oven. The apartment also has a private bathroom and a toilet.
The quoted room rate is based on 2 people sharing.
Additional Charges:
Extra guests: EUR 25 per person per night.
Cleaning fee: All bookings have an extra fee of EUR 30 for cleaning.
Late check-in: EUR 20 for check-in after 21.00.
Including taxes, Including VAT, Including electricity and water charges.
Deluxe City Center Apartment 2
Room rates EUR 90.00 - 250.00
Address: Muntaner, 22
Maximum occupancy: 6 people
This comfortable 100 m² apartment is situated just a few minutes walk from Plaza Catalunya and Las Ramblas. The apartment has been completely renovated and newly refurbished.
The apartment has 2 double bedrooms (one king-size and one standard size) and a double sofa bed. The apartment has a separate, fully-equipped kitchen with a washing machine, microwave, fridge and oven. The large bathroom has a shower and a separate toilet. The spacious living area has comfortable sofas, a TV, a DVD player and the sofa bed.
The apartment has heating and air conditioning.
The apartment’s convenient location means that all of the city’s attractions, sights, shops, restaurants, bars and night life are all within easy walking distance.
The quoted room rate is based on 2 people sharing.
Additional Charges:
Extra guests: EUR 25 per person, per night.
Cleaning fee: All bookings have an extra fee of EUR 50 for cleaning.
Late check-in: EUR 20 for check-in after 21.00.
Including taxes, Including VAT, Including electricity and water charges.
Standard City Centre Apartment
Room rates EUR 86.00 - 170.00
Address: Tallers 76
Maximum occupancy: 4 people
Lift available.
This lovely apartment is 65 m² in area and has 2 small balconies. The apartment is located by Castilla square. The building and the apartment have been completely renovated and newly refurbished.
The apartment has air-conditioning and heating, TV, DVD player, fully equipped kitchen, oven, washing machine and fridge.
The apartment is divided into a spacious living area with sofa bed and table, as well as a double bedroom and a bathroom with a shower.
The quoted room rate is based on 2 people sharing.
Additional Charges:
Extra guests: EUR 25 per person per night.
Cleaning fee: EUR 30 cleaning fee is included in all bookings.
Late check-in: EUR 20 for check-in after 21.00.
Including taxes, Including VAT, Including electricity and water charges.
Facilities
General: Family Rooms
Location: Beach, City Centre, Museum Area, Harbour, Near Subway