Trip to Vilnius, Lithuania and Tallinn, Estonia
A couple of weeks ago, I was traveling again and this time, I visited two Baltic cities namely, Vilnius and Tallinn. It was my first time to visit Vilnius and I was really glad to have visited this beautiful city as they have a very nice Old Town with lots of interesting sights to visit. Since I have gold status with Club Carlson, I booked my first night at the Radisson BLU Hotel Lietuva which is famous for its Skybar and my second night at the Radisson BLU Royal Astorija Hotel which is located in the heart of the Old Town and where famous dignitaries like the King of Sweden and ex US President Bush have stayed in the past. Although I've been to Tallinn a few years ago, it was only for a few hours as we were on a cruise that time. This time, I stayed for two nights, staying at the Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn on my first night and at the newly opened Hilton Tallinn Park for my second night where I was given an upgrade to a one bedroom suite đ I flew with SAS and LOT in economy class during this trip but since I have Star Alliance gold status, I had access to the SAS Gold Lounge in Copenhagen Kastrup Airport, the IDW Esperanza Resort Lounge in Vilnius Airport and the Business Lounge in Tallinn Airport. It was just a short trip since I had to be back in Stockholm for work but I definitely enjoyed every minute of it and hopefully, I will be back again soon đ
Review: Radisson BLU Hotel Lietuva
Review: Radisson BLU Royal Astorija Hotel
Top Attractions in Lithuania
Review: IDW Esperanza Resort Business Lounge, Vilnius Airport
Review: Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn
Review: Hilton Tallinn Park
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Review: Business Lounge, Tallinn Airport
Radisson BLU Astorija Hotel lobby
Date of stay: November 20-21, 2016
Address: Didzioji, 35/2 1128 Vilnius Lithuania
Nightly Rate: 110.70 EUR including breakfast, booked NSK Single Guest Room and upgraded to Business Room
How to get here: Taking a public bus from the airport to the Old Town costs 1Euro
Hotel Exterior
Radisson BLU Astorija Hotel with its Baroque style architecture đ
Reception
Hotel reception
Stairs
Original frescoes in the hallway
Hallway, 3rd floor
Hallway, third floor
Business Room 311
Double bed
Here's a video tour of my room đ
Room keys
The welcome amenity consisted of a bottle of Just Merlot and some macaroons đ
Work desk with complimentary wifi
Magazines and guidebook
Semi-wing chair and coffee table
Sony flat screen TV
TV Channels list
Luggage rack I guess đ
Complimentary bottles of water
Bathroom
Bathroom amenities are from thisworks including shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, hand cream, had soap, bath salts, vanity kit and a shower cap. I've stayed in several Radisson BLU hotels in the past and it was my first time to see a hand cream đ
Bathtub
Bathrobe and slippers
Towel re-use program đ
DeLonghi Nespresso machine
Complimentary coffee, tea and Nesquik
Minibar
Minibar
Flat iron, ironing board and safe
Decline housekeeping and earn 500 Gold points đ
View from the room
Health Club (6am to 11pm)
Health club key
Lockers and changing room
Sauna
Pool and jacuzzi (not in the picture)
Fitness center
Breakfast Buffet Restaurant (Brasserie De Verres En Vers)
Dining area
Buffet area
Bacon, sausages, eggs, pancakes
Smoothie
Fruits
Herring
Coldcuts
Cheese, yogurt
Dining area with a view
Made to order eggs
Business Center
Business Center with 1 PC and printer
Copying and printing service
Cocktail list from the bar which is open from 10:30am till midnight
Gentlemen's Toilet
Gentlemen's toilet
CONCLUSION
After staying at the Radisson BLU Hotel Lietuva for my first night in Vilnius, it was time to spend my second night at the Radisson BLU Royal Astorija which is located in the heart of the Old Town. Aside from having the best location, this hotel has been home to a lot of famous personalities including Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan, King Carlos and Queen Sofia of Spain and US President George Bush to name just a few. Eventhough I arrived early for check in, I was helped by Deividas, a very nice guy at the reception who informed me that my room was ready and that I had been upgraded to a business room as a gold member đ He informed me of the breakfast timings, wifi password, etc. and that I would need to get the key from the reception in case I would be using the Health Club since my room key would not work. The room was very nice and spacious and had everything I needed. The Health Club although a bit small was very nice with a pool, a Jacuzzi whirlpool, sauna and gym. The breakfast buffet had an extensive offering and from where I was seated, offered fantastic view of St. Casimir Church and its surroundings. The staff both in the reception and in the restaurant were very nice and friendly. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay in this hotel and would definitely stay here again when I'm back to Vilnius. To all the staff of Radisson BLU Royal Astorija, "AÄiĆ«!"
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A couple of weeks ago, I was traveling again and this time, I visited two Baltic cities namely, Vilnius and Tallinn. It was my first time to visit Vilnius and I was really glad to have visited this beautiful city as they have a very nice Old Town with lots of interesting sights to visit. Since I have gold status with Club Carlson, I booked my first night at the Radisson BLU Hotel Lietuva which is famous for its Skybar and my second night at the Radisson BLU Royal Astorija Hotel which is located in the heart of the Old Town and where famous dignitaries like the King of Sweden and ex US President Bush have stayed in the past. Although I've been to Tallinn a few years ago, it was only for a few hours as we were on a cruise that time. This time, I stayed for two nights, staying at the Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn on my first night and at the newly opened Hilton Tallinn Park for my second night where I was given an upgrade to a one bedroom suite đ I flew with SAS and LOT in economy class during this trip but since I have Star Alliance gold status, I had access to the SAS Gold Lounge in Copenhagen Kastrup Airport, the IDW Esperanza Resort Lounge in Vilnius Airport and the Business Lounge in Tallinn Airport. It was just a short trip since I had to be back in Stockholm for work but I definitely enjoyed every minute of it and hopefully, I will be back again soon đ
Review: Radisson BLU Hotel Lietuva
Review: Radisson BLU Royal Astorija Hotel
Top Attractions in Lithuania
Review: IDW Esperanza Resort Business Lounge, Vilnius Airport
Review: Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn
Review: Hilton Tallinn Park
Top Attractions in Estonia
Review: Business Lounge, Tallinn Airport
Date of stay: November 20-21, 2016
Address: Didzioji, 35/2 1128 Vilnius Lithuania
Nightly Rate: 110.70 EUR including breakfast, booked NSK Single Guest Room and upgraded to Business Room
How to get here: Taking a public bus from the airport to the Old Town costs 1Euro
Hotel Exterior
Reception
Hallway, 3rd floor
Business Room 311
Health Club (6am to 11pm)
Breakfast Buffet Restaurant (Brasserie De Verres En Vers)
Business Center
Gentlemen's Toilet
CONCLUSION
After staying at the Radisson BLU Hotel Lietuva for my first night in Vilnius, it was time to spend my second night at the Radisson BLU Royal Astorija which is located in the heart of the Old Town. Aside from having the best location, this hotel has been home to a lot of famous personalities including Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan, King Carlos and Queen Sofia of Spain and US President George Bush to name just a few. Eventhough I arrived early for check in, I was helped by Deividas, a very nice guy at the reception who informed me that my room was ready and that I had been upgraded to a business room as a gold member đ He informed me of the breakfast timings, wifi password, etc. and that I would need to get the key from the reception in case I would be using the Health Club since my room key would not work. The room was very nice and spacious and had everything I needed. The Health Club although a bit small was very nice with a pool, a Jacuzzi whirlpool, sauna and gym. The breakfast buffet had an extensive offering and from where I was seated, offered fantastic view of St. Casimir Church and its surroundings. The staff both in the reception and in the restaurant were very nice and friendly. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay in this hotel and would definitely stay here again when I'm back to Vilnius. To all the staff of Radisson BLU Royal Astorija, "AÄiĆ«!"
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