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If you are thinking about learning to speak Dutch or German, you will notice both languages are similar. However, the Dutch language is easier to speak and to pick up. German might seem a little complex, with subjunctive tenses and declensions. Additionally, many English-speaking people find Dutch easier because some letters sound the same as in English. People who understand German might understand a little bit of Dutch, because many words have the same roots.
Portland is not just the largest city in Oregon, it is also the 28th-largest metropolitan area in the country. Those visiting the "big city with the small town feel" can stay at one of the city's historic hotels.
Full of old world charm and steeped in nostalgia, America is home to a number of wooden hotels still in use today, many of which have been placed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated National Historic Landmarks by the United States Department of the Interior. Whether situated in the forests of Montana or on the beaches of California, many historic hotels still offer vintage furnishings and accommodations amid Victorian architecture, while others have combined an antiquated style with the modern conveniences of today.
Situated in northeastern Leicestershire, Melton Mowbray is known for its rich food culture and proximity to Borrough Hill, an archaeologically important neolithic hill fort. Home to such English culinary classics as the pork pie and Stilton cheese, Melton Mowbray has reinvented itself as an eating destination and numerous visitors are drawn to the town each year to sample its famous wares. With its newfound fame, the town is now home to many lodging options, including a variety of small hotels.
Heswall is a small town on the Wirral Peninsula just under 10 miles from Liverpool in England. According to the town's website, there are two main areas in Heswall, the upper area, which is newer and has a large shopping district and numerous restaurants, and the lower area, which is the older part of town and is historically protected. The town is mainly residential; however, there are a few hotels within Heswall and nearby on the peninsula.
Charleston, South Carolina (originally Charles Towne) has earned the name, Holy City, because of the number of church steeples visible from the skyline in Charleston. This city has southern charm and hospitality along with historical attractions such as the Charleston Museum, the Citadel, French Quarter and the Market where there is shopping and fine dining. Hotel accommodations are located throughout the historical district ranging from pricey to discount prices.
Brighton is located in East Sussex on the south coast of England. Its reputation as a fashionable seaside resort began in the late 1700s, at which point hotels were built along the seafront to accommodate the influx of vacationers. A number of these historic hotels still stand today, offering visitors elegant rooms and excellent service right on the Brighton seafront.
Trastevere is a historic, cobblestone neighborhood of Rome filled with antique buildings and centuries-old cloisters, many of which are now hotels and restaurants. Home to artists, famous Italians and foreign expats, Trastevere, which means "across the Tiber" in Latin, maintains its charm in spite of modernization. Historic hotels abound in Trastevere, many of which occupy restored buildings that date back to the Renaissance.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation works to identity and support hotels and other historic buildings that meet its criteria for excellence: The criteria requires that hotels maintain "historic architecture and ambiance." Hotels must also be at least 50 years old and they must already be on or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places or, at minimum, they must be "recognized locally as having historic significance."
Scottsdale, a suburb in the Greater Phoenix area, is in central Arizona and offers tourists opportunities for upscale shopping. The "New York Times" has described Scottsdale as the "desert version of Miami's South Beach." One area of Scottsdale that is frequented often is the town's Old Town district, which features buildings with Old West-style decor, wooden sidewalks and horse hitching posts.
Convenient to Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia, Baltimore offers visitors a spectacular waterfront, neighborhoods of historical significance, the National Aquarium and the Maryland Zoo among other attractions. The city features numerous fine hotels including three that are members of the Historic Hotels of America, each located close to downtown Baltimore.
Chicago, Illinois, offers a rich history like the great fire of 1871, a fascinating political landscape, and its reputation as a hotbed for gangsters in the 1920s. Today the city boasts almost 3 million residents and is a tourist atttraction due, in part, to sights like the Navy Pier, Wrigley Field, Grant Park and the Art Institute of Chicago. Tourists can find a handful of truly historic hotels situated throughout the city.
Phoenix is the capital of the state of Arizona, and it is located in Maricopa County. The city is the the main transportation, financial, industrial, cultural and economic center of the Southwestern United States. Downtown Phoenix has experienced a revitalization in recent years and now features many restaurants, shopping and cultural venues including the Phoenix Civic Center, the Arizona Center Dodge Theatre and US Airways Arena. Downtown Phoenix and the surrounding area are also home to several historic hotels that provide excellent amenities and great value for the area.
Tampa is a Gulf Coast city located in Hillsborough County, Florida, and part of the Greater Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Metropolitan Area. The region is home to several historic hotels that offer accommodations in completely refurbished historic buildings, offer quality amenities, and provide good value for the area. These hotels were built during the late 19th and early 20th centuries when Tampa experienced a boom from its cigar-making industry. This boom peaked in 1929 with the stock market crash and the start of the Great Depression. Most of the buildings from this period have been destroyed but several of the historic hotels…
