Our hotels have been chosen based on their location, the facilities and value for money. Where possible we select hotels with individual style and character, preferably run by local families as we find this gives our hotels a friendlier, more personal feel. We have worked with many of our hotels for over a decade.

The 4-star Hotel Continental in Lausanne provides an excellent waypoint for travelling throughout Southern Europe. This large, modern hotel lies just opposite the railway station and just a short walk away from the local shopping area. There is a cafe on the ground floor, and a restaurant on the first floor offering Chinese, Japanese and Thai dishes. Room amenities include a television, telephone, minibar and safe.

Typical meal arrangements when dining at the hotel:

• Breakfast: buffet-style continental breakfast, cold items only
• Dinner: four-course dinner with a choice of main course

The 3-star Mercure Paris Gare de Lyon is situated beside Gare de Lyon station. The hotel has a bar serving light snacks and rooms with air conditioning, a telephone, television, radio, safe, minibar and a hairdryer.

The Hotel Continental is located close to the historical centre of Sirmione overlooking the shores of the lake and just a short walk from the town centre. The hotel has been completely renovated, yet retains traditional features including its impressive white marble staircases and Venetian Murano chandeliers. The rooms are classic in style and have a balcony with a partial lake view. Other facilities include a hairdryer, safe, telephone, television, minibar and air conditioning.

Surrounded by vibrant shops and traditional cafes, the ATA Hotel Concord in Turin is also close to the major attractions, including the Egyptian Museum the famous Via Roma and is located near the Porta Nuova train station. The hotel has its own restaurant and cocktail bar, and the rooms are equipped with air conditioning, telephone, minibar, satellite television, a safe and hairdryer.