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Harley Nott
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London - Paris - New York
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The Dollar continues to strengthen against the £. In March 2008 £1 cost $2. A year later £1 costs $1.40. This means that in $ terms London is 30% cheaper than it was last year. Exchange rates go up and down, so if you are thinking of coming to London book NOW, while the exchange rate is favourable!

Live like a local in London. Forget about boring hotels - they're the same the world over! Visit London and stay in a vacation rental, there are so many advantages: live in a real London home, much more space and more freedom, meet local people at the grocery store, no need to put on a face for the public rooms and for more than 2 people it often works out much cheaper. We have 60+ properties to choose from, you are bound to find one that suits the size of your party and your budget. http://rentals.chslondon.com.

It's no use arriving in London and expecting to get into events that have been sold out months ago. Tickets are available NOW for these not-to-miss late spring and early summer events. Details of what's on and how to book at http://rentals.chslondon.com/suggestions.htm.

Getting tickets to see the world's top tennis players in action at a top tournament is often difficult or impossible. Well now there's a way that you can, and enjoy a break in London at the same time. This year from 22 to 29 November the Association of Professional Tennis Players (APT) World Tour finals are being played in London. You can pre-register for tickets at: http://www.barclaysatpworldtourfinals.com/en/home/default.asp.

Did you know?
(1) There is a Sherlock Holmes Museum at 221b Baker, where according to the stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson lived from 1881 to 1904. The house was last used as a lodging house in 1936 and the famous 1st floor study overlooking Baker Street is still faithfully maintained as it was kept in Victorian times.
(2) That HMS Belfast, a World War II Royal Navy light cruise, is a museum ship berthed on the River Thames near Tower Bridge and makes a fascinating visit. You can see more details and a list of 149 other interesting things to do and see in London at our 151 Things to do in London at http://chslondon.com/vr/151.htm.

The Dollar is also strong against the €. In April 2008 €1 cost $1.58. A year later €1 costs $1.26. This means that in $ terms Paris is 20% cheaper than it was last year. Exchange rates go up and down, so if you are thinking of coming to Paris book NOW, while the exchange rate is favourable!

Want to live like a local in Paris? - but worried about the language. Our booking process is all in English. We'll arrange a car to met you at the airport and at your apartment you'll be met by an English speaking representative who will show you in, tell you about the local area, the transport system and anything else you want to know. We even operate an English speaking telephone help line which, if you are really stuck, you can also use as a translation service if you are having problems communicating with someone! We have some 35 properties to choose from, you are bound to find one that suits the size of your party and your budget. See: http://rentals.chsparis.com.

Dates for your Paris trip.
21 June. Midsummer Music (Fête de la Musique) On midsummer day every year, Paris comes alive to the sound of music! Known as the "Fête de la Musique", musicians from all over the world are invited to perform free concerts in venues all over Paris. Paris takes on a truly carnival atmosphere with amateur and professional musicians lining the streets, all becoming stars for a day. An equal place is given to all kinds of music from jazz to rock and electronic to classical and it is hard to avoid the vibrant sounds of salsa bands, string quartets, and steel bands parading the streets.
14 July - Bastille Day This is France's most important national holiday. It commemorates the 1789 storming of the Bastille, a notorious high security prison, and marks the beginning of the French Revolution. Celebrations and huge firework displays take place all over France but none greater than in Paris. On the eve of what the French call "14 Juillet" you can dance the night away on the Place de la Bastille. On the day itself the crowds line the Champs Elysées where a large military parade makes its way from the Arc de Triomphe to the Place de la Concorde lead by the president. Festivities continue all day and in the evening the city is illuminated by fireworks. The largest of these displays can be seen at the Eiffel Tower where crowds gather on the Champs de Mars. Be there if you can.

Did you know?
(1) Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaff, and Chopin, among others, are all buried at the Père-Lachaise Cemetery, one of the most fascinating places to visit in Paris.
(2) Hidden away in the backstreets of the Marais, the Musée Picasso hold the largest collection of Picassos anywhere representing almost all the major periods of the artists life from 1905 onwards. You will find more details and a list of 99 other interesting things to do and see in Paris at our 101 Things to do in Paris at http://rentals.chsparis.com/101.htm.

Living in the US or Canada and suffering from Credit Crunch Blues? No foreign travel this year? Why not enjoy a break in New York? No need to stay in an expensive New York Hotel - we have 15+ vacation rentals to choose from. We don't pretend to provide the cheapest rentals but we do believe our service is second to none. Most important - you can book with us with confidence that you money is safe - we've been in business since 2001 and have several thousand happy clients. If you do book your rental privately, keep your eyes wide open and beware of scammers - there are lots about. Details of our service and all our rentals at http://www.rentals.chsnyc.com.

Recent additions to our New York listings.
We are adding new properties every week - so bookmark our NY listings page and remember to check back regularly to see what we have to offer.
Ref: YE46225 - This 3/4 person studio apartment is located in the heart of midtown Manhattan. Just steps away from the midtown business district, it is only a short walk to the United Nations, Rockefeller Center, Saks Fifth Avenue, Grand Central Terminal, and more. Price per night from $205.
Ref: YSEC470 - Stylish and refined one-bedroom apartment with private terrace - sleeping 2/4. It's easy to relax in this clean and contemporary apartment which is decorated with simple, modern pieces and a tasteful mix of vintage and modern art, beautifully accented by a lovely private terrace with city views and room to boot. Tasteful and spacious, tall windows and white walls add to the feel of space. Price per night from $290.
Ref: YREC380 - The one bedroom, 2/5 person, apartment is located right on the water front in Manhattan's Battery Park City. It's a corner apartment and boasts spectacular views of the Hudson River and the Statue of Liberty on one side, and the skyline of skyscrapers and beautiful lower Manhattan on the other. Price per night from $295. Details of these apartments and others at http://www.rentals.chsnyc.com/properties.htm.

Did you know?
(1) The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology is dedicated to the art of fashion. It has a collection of more than 50,000 garments and accessories dating from the 18th century to the present and entrance is free.
(2) Williamsburg. The majority of visitors to New York City have never even heard of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. But if you are one of the many trend-conscious visitors to New York and you are wondering whether a trip just across the East River is worth your time, the answer is almost certainly yes - Williamsburg has become the ultra-trendy successor to the East Village. There are many bars, live music venues, art galleries, shops and more to explore. Just a few stops away from Union Square on the L train. Find more details and a list of 99 other interesting things to do and see in New York at our 101 Things to do in New York at http://www.rentals.chsnyc.com/101.htm.

We need more New York properties. If you know of a New York property owner with an apartment that is not occupied all the time who would welcome some extra income, do please tell them about us - http://www.chsnyc.com/owners.htm.

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