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The ABC of Paris (Part I)

Amour (Love): Paris is definitely the city of love. It is a place where lovers decide to spend intimate days romanticism, which permeates the atmosphere of the entire city. Boulevard: This is France’s most symbolic type of road. Boulevards adorned by trees and buildings of great architectural value, make Paris one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Can-can: It would be a crime to come to Paris and miss a Can-can performance. It is possible to witness one of these energetic music-hall dances in the many cabarets in Paris, especially in the ones located in Montmartre. This has been a Parisian tradition for centuries. Défense: One can admire remarkable skyscrapers, which make up the economic and financial landscape of the city, at Défense. This is definitively, Paris most modern district. A panoramic photo of Paris’ skyline from this area would be a nice memory of your holidays in the city. via LaurPhil Eiffel: This is, perhaps, the most famous name in the French capital. Gustave Eiffel was the one who designed the famous iron tower that has become an icon, not only of the city, but one of the most famous in the world. Fashion: Paris is a famous Fashion Capital. The French capital hosts multiple Fashion events, such as Fashion Weeks, which supported by the most recognized fashion brands in the world, influence International Fashion trends. If you love fashion, Paris is your city. Gainsbourg, Serge: This French musician, poet artist and actor, composed Paris’ soundtrack in the 60s and 70s. It is impossible to walk around Paris and not to think of his music. Halles:...

An alternative New Year’s Eve

Spend New Year´s Eve, or ´Notte di Capodanno´, in Rome: Spending December 31st and January 1st in Italy is a unique experience, especially knowing that instead of eating grapes they eat lentils! Actually, they eat a plate of lentils for dinner and do the countdown at midnight, like most places in the world. The lentils, however, are good-luck lentils. As I said, it´s a great experience that mixes superstition and partying. There are also still people who chuck their old junk out of the window at midnight, as it is a way of getting rid of what one doesn´t want, in all senses. However, this was banned, obviously. Rome It´s an excellent choice to spend NYE because its activity is frenetic, its avenues change colour and the monuments are flooded with magic. Piazza Navona also fills with colourful balloons, carousels, Christmas markets and small food stalls where you cannot miss out on buying the Tre Scalini truffles. Delicious! There is also a very famous market in Piazza Ankara, next to the Flaminium Stadium, and with Italy being such a religious country, the nativities are also everywhere. You can even go on a route from Piazza di Spagna through Piazza del Popolo and ending on Via Cavalleggeri, made with stones from all over the world. You´ll enjoy it if you´re travellers. Here are other alternative destinations: Berlin It is one of those places that the last night of the year, December 31st, is very special. There are many travellers that look for snowy northern European cities, with their idyllic landscapes and lights and so, the German capital is one of those...

Management

In this post we will explain how the “Management” screen of the extranet works and how you fill out each of the sections. Remember that if you have questions please write us at property@only-apartments.com. How do I fill out the “Tasks” tab? On this screen you have the list of all the tasks associated with each property (basically check- ins, check- outs and cleaning, but you can create others). You can filter tasks by clicking on the corresponding icon, or searching by name. 700-501 exam To create a new task, click “Create Task”, fill the fields and save. This task is automatically associated to the apartment and book you specified and will appear in your task list. Tasks can also be created in the “Reservations” tab. Just click on one of the reservations and follow the link “related tasks”. Whether you do it on here as if you think through the “Tasks” tab, the information will appear on both sides. How do I fill out the “Contact” tab? This section is designed to help you sort your contacts in case you have many properties with different persons associated with them. Click “New contact”, fill in the fields (associating the contact to a property), and hit “Save”. The contact will then appear on your list. Contacts can also be created at the time you are uploading a property (the “Properties” tab, under “Contact”). Whether you think here or via the tab “Contacts”, the information will appear on both sides. How do I fill out the “Reports” tab? In the tab “Accountacy” you will see a list of all expenses or...

Reviews

In this post we will explain how the “Reviews” screen of your Extranet works and how you fill out each of the sections. Remember that if you have any question please write us at property@only-apartments.com . How does the “Reviews” tab work? Only-apartments sends an email to all customers after a completed stay. In this email the client can access a quality form where they personally can express their opinions, which are published on the website immediately (both positive and negative comments), following our comment policy. Each time a customer answers the quality form, you will receive an email with your comments. In this email you will find a link that takes you to the Extranet, where you can see the list of comments (the “Comments” tab) and answer. Click on “View” and you will go to a screen where you complete it: We remind you that it is very important to answer the comments. Customers increasingly value the opinions of other users and gives them confidence to see that the owners are...

Ski destinations for a fantastic winter holiday!

Winter is here and thinking of those folks who love skiing, we’ve listed some great destinations that are just perfect to practice all kinds of winter sports. Lyon The strategic location of Lyon, allows you to have access to a wide range of ski resorts, which are famous for their excellent conditions.  This ski area is just great for beginners, because it has many wide and gentle slopes. There are dedicated learning areas for beginners and local ski schools enjoy high reputation. Snowboarders find a paradise in Lyon and its surroundings. There are slopes to suit all abilities, as well as a considerable number of long steep descents and glacier skiing where many ski competitions are hosted every week. Popular nearby ski locations: Val Thorens   Photo vía DimiTalen en nl.wikipedia   Oslo Surrounded by mountains, Oslo is one of Europe’s favorite locations to ski. The winter Olympics held in 1994 was a huge boost to the beautiful resorts you’ll find around the Norwegian capital.  The legacy of the Olympics means that Norway is totally equipped with great winter sport facilities. The excellent snow conditions you’ll find here ensure a long ski season from the middle of November to the end of April. Whether you are an amateur or a professional, you’ll always find something exciting to do here: Dog sledding, night skiing, ice skating and Snowkiting, are some of the activities you can enjoy, while spending a great winter break in Oslo. After the sun goes down, there are also plenty of activities to do in this exciting city. From a wide range of traditional lively pubs to international discos, as well as...

How to choose your luggage

For those folks who are about to buy a new suitcase, we’ve put together some useful information to help you making an informed decision. When choosing a luggage, you will need to figure out how you are planning on using it. Before going ahead and select it, determine how long your trip will be and where you will be going. Taking into consideration weather conditions and type of outfit you might need, will also help you to choose the right suitcase to fulfill your specific needs. If you are planning on taking a shorter vacation and don’t want to have to worry about checking in any of your bags at the airport, carry-on luggage is the way to go. Both flexible and convenient, this type of suitcases will allow you to fit clothing items, a book and a laptop to keep busy on the plane. However, if you are planning on a long vacation, you’ll probably want to bring a wide variety of things, or even if you are planning of going nuts shopping and bring lots of souvenirs, bigger suitcases are the best. With over 50 different airlines operating across Europe, and many with different size allowances for cabin baggage, it is hard to buy a suitcase that you can use with all airlines that you are likely to travel in the future.   Soft Suitcases Modern Soft Suitcases have many compartments to help you stay organized and make the journey way more comfortable. Note that one of the main features of this type of luggage is the possibility of expandable pockets that allow you to carry everything you need. Soft Suitcases are ideal...

Christmas in New York City

New York is one of the world´s most beautiful cities, nobody can’t deny it, but if you are planning to spend Christmas here, you are just about to witness its beauty at its very best. The Big Apple shows its most spectacular face with multicolored lights, stunning decorations and endless shopping options that never fails to delight locals and tourists from around the globe. During this season, happiness, harmony and love fill the atmosphere of the city. Millions of people love walking the streets of NYC, while enjoying the world-famous attractions that make New York at Christmas a spectacular show not to be missed. If there is something that attracts the attention of tourists in the city is its second to none night lighting. The Big Apple’s famous skyline increases exponentially its incomparable beauty at Christmas. It is definitively worth walking around, while enjoying the decorations of its countless shops, especially the ones on the famous Fifth Avenue. Recognized stores like Bloomingdale´s, Cartier and Tiffany & Co, adorn their windows with Christmas decorations that catch the attention of passersby each year. Rockefeller Center The Christmas tree lighting at Rockefeller Center, is one of the key moments of the season, this event has become the symbol of the beginning of Christmas in New York. Each year, a huge fir is placed in the center and it is decorated with millions of lights, while the mayor of the city officially opens the Christmas season. The famous Christmas tree is lit every night until the first week of January. Another attraction is the famous Rockefeller Center Ice Rink, which is the favorite...

General Details

In this section, we will explain how the Extranet’s “General Details” screen works as well as how to fill out each section. Remember, if you have any questions you may contact us at property@only-apartments.com. How do I fill out the currency and monetary unit section? It’s quite simple. Choose the currency you wish to work with and this monetary unit will be applied throughout the entire registry process. Potential clients will have the option to view prices in the currency of their choice, as our system will automatically convert those prices.pass it exams How do I fill out the “Name and type of accommodation section?” For Name of accommodation, choose a name that will capture the client’s attention, while also providing a brief description of your property, 75 characters max. For example, “Beautiful 4 bedroom apt. with terrace and seaside view, “Modern loft in city center with parking included” or “Romantic apartment, ideal for couples.” We have set a maximum of 75 characters because we believe that a property’s name should not be too short, or too long. Also, this fits perfectly with our new web’s design. If you wish to upload a property with multiple apartments, (aparthotel, for example), you must provide a generic name for the entire property. Later, you will the option to provide a name for each apartment as desired. The Type of Property section is of utmost importance, because according to the property description you provide, the information that follows will pertain to that property specifically. For example, if you choose “Aparthotel” as the type of property, later on you will have the option...

Features

In this section, we will explain how the “Features” page of your Extranet works as well as how to complete each section. Remember, if you have any questions; feel free to contact us at property@onlyapartments.com. How do I fill out the “Layout” section? You must check one of two options. By doing so, we know whether your bedroom is a single room, studio apartment, or a property with a multiple atmosphere. This is relevant to many customers traveling in a group or family, to know if will be able to enjoy their own space within the apartment or whether they should share it. How that you may have, according to the number of clients you have indicated. How do I complete the “Beds” section? First you must indicate how many bedrooms your accommodation has available. For each room you can edit the number of beds, as well as bed type, and the system will automatically display the total number of people that can stay on your property. Then you can edit the number of rooms or living rooms that include beds for sleeping. This may interest clients traveling in groups or families, to have an idea whether they will be able to sleep in separate rooms. Here, you can also edit the number of beds as well as bed type for each room. How do I fill out the “Kitchen” and “Bathrooms” section? Some clients solely choose this accommodation type, among other things, to have the option to cook. Therefore, be sure to indicate the type of kitchen that your apartment disposing of, because this might be very important...