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Father Cantalamessa on First Sunday of Advent
"Life Itself Is a Waiting Room"
ROME, DEC. 2, 2006 (Zenit) - Here is a translation of a commentary by the Pontifical Household preacher, Capuchin Father Raneiro Cantalamessa, on this Sunday's liturgical readings.
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First Sunday of Advent
Jeremiah 3:14-16; 1 Thessalonians 3:12-4:2; Luke 21:25-28,34-36
"Life is Expectation!"
Autumn is the ideal time to meditate on human things. We have before us the annual spectacle of leaves that fall from the trees. This has always been seen as an image of human destiny. "Here we are as leaves on the trees in autumn," says the poet Giuseppe Ungaretti. A generation comes, a generation goes �
But is this truly our ultimate destiny? Is it worse than the fate of these trees? After it is stripped, the tree regains its leaves in spring. But man, once he passes, never again returns. At least he does not return to this world. � Sunday's readings help us to give an answer to this most anxious of human questions.
There was a particular scene that I remember seeing in a film or reading about it in an adventure story as a child, a scene that left a deep impression. A railroad bridge had collapsed during the night. An unsuspecting train is coming at full speed. A railroad worker standing on the tracks calls out: "Stop! Stop!" and waves a lantern to signal the danger. But the distracted engineer does not see him and plunges the train into the river. � It seems to me something of an image of contemporary society, careening frenetically to the rhythm of rock 'n' roll, ignoring all the warnings that come not only from the Church but from many people who feel a responsibility for the future �
With the First Sunday of Advent, a new liturgical year begins. The Gospel that will accompany us in the course of this year, Cycle C, is the Gospel of St. Luke. The Church takes the occasion of these important moments of passage -- from one year to another, from one season to another -- to invite us to stop for a moment and reflect and ask ourselves some essential questions: "Who are we? From whence do we come? And, above all, where are we going?"
In the readings of Sunday's Mass, the verbs are in the future tense. In the First Reading we hear these words of Jeremiah: "The days are coming, says the Lord, when I will fulfill the promise I made to the house of Israel and Judah. In those days, in that time, I will raise up for David a just shoot. �" To this expectation, realized in the coming of the Messiah, the Gospel passage brings a new horizon and content which is the glorious return of Christ at the end of time. "The powers of the heavens will be shaken. And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory."
These are apocalyptic, catastrophic tones and images. But what we have is a message of consolation and hope. They tell us that we are not heading for an eternal void and an eternal silence but we are on our way to an encounter, an encounter with him who created us and loves us more than mother and father.
Elsewhere the Book of Revelation describes this final event of history as an entering into a wedding feast. Just recall the parable of the ten virgins who enter with the bridegroom into the banquet hall, or the image of God who, at the threshold of the life to come, waits for us to wipe away the last tear from our eyes.
From the Christian point of view, the whole of human history is one long wait. Before Christ, his coming was awaited; after him, we await his glorious return at the end of time. For just this reason the season of Advent has something very important to say to us about our lives. A great Spanish author, Calder�n de la Barca, wrote a celebrated play called "Life is a Dream." With just as much truth it must be said that life is expectation! It is interesting that this is exactly the theme of one of the most famous plays of our times: Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot" �
Of a woman who is with child it is said that she is "expecting"; the offices of important persons have "waiting rooms." But if we reflect on it, life itself is a waiting room. We get impatient when we have to wait, for a visit, for a practice. But woe to him who is no longer waiting for something. A person who no longer expects anything from life is dead. Life is expectation, but the converse is also true: Expectation is life!
What distinguishes the waiting of the believer from every other waiting; from, for example, that of the two characters who are waiting for Godot? In that play a mysterious person is awaited (who, according to some, would be God, hence, "God-ot"), without any certainty that he will really come. He was supposed to come in the morning; he sends word to say that he will come in the afternoon. In the afternoon he does not come, but surely he will come in the evening, and in the evening, perhaps tomorrow ...
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Atletico Madrid's Arda Turan (C) celebrates next to coach Diego Simeone (L) after their Champions League semi-final second leg soccer match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge stadium in London April 30, 2014.
The defensive tactics of Jose Mourinho came up well in earlier matches despite several criticisms. But this time, the entire defence crumbled in front of the superlative performance of Atlético Madrid.
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Boris Johnson's word is "fudge-orama". The Mayor of London first used the description last year in relation to the Prime Minister's decision to delay plans to expand airport capacity in the South-east of England until after the next election. And the same could be said of yesterday's interim findings from Sir Howard Davies's Airports Commission. Not one but three proposals are to be studied further – two of which are for an enlarged Heathrow, and one for a new runway at Gatwick. Confusingly, however, the Mayor's desire for an airport in the Thames Estuary – "Boris Island" – still remains on the table. To add to the chaos, Stansted and Birmingham remain "potential options" for any second new runway by 2050.
An indigestion-inducing confection, indeed. Ostensibly, the whole purpose of the Commission was to seek clarity. While Mr Davies may argue that these are early recommendations, that there has not yet been sufficient time to complete a proper study of an incredibly complex subject, it is difficult to see how we are any nearer to a definitive outcome. In passing the buck to an independent panel, David Cameron was hoping to avoid the controversy re-igniting before the elections; now, though, it is all-but guaranteed to be high on the agenda. With Heathrow ringed by marginal seats, a possible Tory leader-in-waiting in Mr Johnson, and the backlash from the shires over the Prime Minister's commitment to the HS2 railway, the country's infrastructure needs promise to haunt Mr Cameron's re-election effort.
How he must wish for the authoritarian clarity of his Chinese counterparts. There, if the leaders decide on a new airport or bullet train service, it is swiftly delivered. Here, the debate about extra capacity has been rumbling for more than three decades. Such is the price for everyone having their say.
The greatest cost is to our ambition. The vision is there, but – rather than take tough long-term decisions – it is suspended in favour of the quick fix. We can enlarge Heathrow; there will be protest, of course, but adding a runway to an existing airport is easier and cheaper than starting from scratch.
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Located just off Hwy 101, this Healdsburg hotel in the heart of California's famous wine country includes free Wi-Fi and continental breakfast.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Windsor-Sonoma Wine CountryThis downtown Windsor hotel is an 8-minute drive from Charles M. Schulz- Sonoma County Airport. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and the comfortable rooms have flat-screen TVs.
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This LEED-certified hotel is in downtown Healdsburg, just a block from the Healdsburg Town Plaza. It has a variety of earth-friendly features, including a solar-heated creekside pool.
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Americas Best Value Inn and Suites HealdsburgIn wine country, this California motel is 2-blocks from historic Healdsburg Square. It features an outdoor pool and guest rooms provide free Wi-Fi, a microwave and a refrigerator.
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pool and spa close to highway, easy to find free wifi and parking
noise from people upstairs and on their balcony mattress a bit too soft
away from crowds, peaceful and very pleasant surroundings..great restaurant next door! Would definitely stay there again.
The place was attractive and quiet.
There was a musty smell in the bathroom, somewhat like mold. It bothered me during the night. Also I was sorry the view had also the view of the parking spaces
View out back of our room 221 and fireplace, All in all very good and close to a wonderful restaurant with back patio dining.
Duvet covers made sleeping difficult. Too hot with and chilly when removed.
No breakfast either included or available. Breakfast at nearby Geyserville Inn had no cereal/toast cheap options. Pity.
Location, quiet rooms, kids loved the pool,
Room had a few issues they fixed.
The Geyserville Inn is in the Geysersville Area of Sonoma Valley wine country. When we arrived we were greeted by Mary Ellen who was working the front desk at the Inn. Mary Ellen is truly an asset for the Inn, she is very personable and was very helpful during our two night stay at this Inn. The accommodations were first class. The bed was comfortable, and the rooms come with refrigerator, microwave and a coffee maker (we had to request the microwave and they brought one our room immediately). They had wine-glasses in our room which I thought was pretty neat. They had an outdoor hot pool which me and my wife both used after a day of checking out wineries in the Geyserville area. The first night there we had dinner at an Italian Food restaurant in Geyserville called Diavola. The food was pretty good. The next day we checked out the following Wineries in the Geyserville area: Pedroncelli Winery, Dry Creek Vineyard, Ferrari-Carano Vineyards Sbragia Vineyard and Francis Ford Coppola Winery. Of course The Coppola Winery was a must. There were a lot of things to check out there other than just there wines. I would also encourage you to visit the other wineries they all were real treats and the staff at the wineries were very informative about the histories of their vineyards and their wines. The wine people in the Sonoma Valley are very proud of their vineyards and wines. Before you start your wine country exploration ask the front desk if they have any discount coupons for the wineries in the area. The younger staff at the Inn didn't seem as knowledgeable or as helpful as Mary Ellen was so if possible direct your questions to Mary Ellen.
I wish they had a laundry at this Inn. Also I found that the younger staff that worked the front desk at the Inn were not as knowledgeable or helpful as they should of have been. As an example I ask for advice on the local wineries in the Geyserville area and they did not mention or recommend the Francis Ford Coppola Winery which by far was the most interesting Winery that we visited.
Nice walk to the restaurant serving Sunday Brunch Really easy location to all the places we visited- wineries, lake sonoma, river rock casino, healdsburg restaurants.
The air conditioning was loud and kept us up at night. If we turned it off, it got hot fast and the freeway noise was loud. Problem for light sleepers only.
Nice room, lovely pool area, decent location (we had a bike to get into town, but it may be a bit long for some to walk)
It was a bit expensive, but, I suppose that's wine country...
Accommodations very good for the price. Close to wineries and great restaurants. Pleasant and helpful staff.
Hotel is situated near the freeway. It is best to get a room facing the mountain. Upgraded room with king size bed and more quiet and space is the way to go.
Another couple has the same access entry key to our room. Our card access key was a hit and miss working.
a basic motel fixed up but nothingmore
Our room was comfortable and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. We went for a wine tasting visit and there were many wineries within a 20 minute drive. The pool was delightful as well. We will definitely return and recommend to others.
Thought the breakfast at the restaurant was overpriced for the quality.
Location was great. Comfortable, lovely room with a balcony. Enjoyed the pool.
We liked both the friendly and well trained staff and the quality of the furnishing and bedding.
We were upgraded to a king room with balcony. It had a wonderful view, bed was very soft and not overflowing with pillows and thick bedspreads which are hard to find a good place for when you want to go to bed. Night light in the bathroom. Nice tea, Peet's and coffee. Geyserville grill next door serves breakfast and has a nice outdoor patio.
With such nice large room and bathroom but they could have done better job decorating.
This place is a find. Great staff and wonderful location. The value for the money cannot be beat.
Best bang for the buck I will most definitely be back Geyserville is awesome.
Great value for the price. Very nice room,lobby and staff. Wonderful outdoor dinning for our well prepared breakfast. We enjoyed our server, who took the time to show us around the historic two story establishment.
Clean, quiet, comfortable Inn. Excellent beds. Front desk staff extremely helpful in suggesting restaurants.
Minimal breakfast.
The owners and staff were extremely accommodating to our every need and wish. The town of Geyserville is small and rural. Very charming and a nice get away from big city life. The adjoining restaurant is under remodeling so the owners provided plenty of good coffee and a light continental breakfast which was an unexpected bonus. The property is lovely. The staff made excellent recommendations and appears to be very well thought of within the local restaurant and wine industry.
This Inn is an excellent value for the price! Great location quiet and peaceful, but very close to the highway. Extremely comfortable beds and pillows and very stylish rooms. Very helpful staff always willing to help. Highly recommend!!
Super hot hallways (minor complaint).
Our hosts made us feel like old friends, rather than first time visitors. Everything about this inn is charming, comfortable convenient, and friendly. We look forward to returning, very soon.
Clean and comfy.
Way to expensive for what they called a "junior suite". Anywhere else it would just be a regular room,
Fantastic location in the middle of the countryside. Very peaceful, surrounded by vineyards. Small town with nice restaurants and lovely winerys and tasting rooms.
Town is small and nothing stays open late so make sure to go shopping for food and drink before you arrive. Safeway is 24hours
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By Daniel Farey-Jones, campaignlive.co.uk, Wednesday, 24 August 2011 01:40PM
Government departments taking responsibility for campaigns after the dismantling of the centralised COI may be a "disadvantage" but M4C will stay in business, according to WPP's Sir Martin Sorrell.
In its recently concluded review of government communications, the Cabinet Office chose to wind down COI, replacing it in the long term with a slimmed-down Government Communications Centre.
Proposals for a centralised team of marketers organised into "theme teams" were rejected in favour of individual government departments taking responsibility for their own campaigns.
Asked today for his opinion about the possible effect this change could have on the industry, Sorrell said: "It depends on how much and what gets done ... being more fragmented may be a disadvantage, it may be better to co-ordinate these things to have some sort of central body to do it, but I'm sure they will try and do a good job.
"Obviously it's understandable in the context of the budget cuts, or the reductions in the increase in government spending, it was probably pretty inevitable the government would reduce spending."
The introduction of spending controls on advertising and marketing in June last year led to a 68% reduction in external spend through COI from £532m in 2009/10 to an estimated £168m in 2010/11.
In addition to limiting work for creative agencies the spending reduction hit hard at WPP's dedicated COI media agency M4C.
M4C had dropped from 70 to 25 employees by March, when its head of planning Peter Kemp was promoted to managing director in the wake of Alex Altman leaving for Initiative last August.
However, Sorrell insisted the amount of work left over would be enough to keep M4C in business.
He said: "They continue to work on it and I'm sure at some point in time the government will invest more in this when economic conditions improve."
Other senior adland figures have voiced consternation over the COI's closure.
Mark Hunter, ISBA's outgoing president, used his final speech at its annual lunch in July to voice advertisers' "disappointment and concern" over COI's closure and warned of a significant drop-off in the effectiveness and efficiency of government communication.
"The Government has picked on advertising because it is outward and visible," Sir Chris Powell, the ex-agency boss who now runs the Advertising Standards Board of Finance, claimed. "It has become the whipping boy."
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OKLAHOMA CITY — James Harden scored 31 points and sank seven 3-pointers while fighting through flu-like symptoms, and the Houston Rockets beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 107-100 Wednesday night to pull within 3-2 in their first-round playoff series.
Harden made the first seven 3s he tried and Houston led by as many as 16 before fending off a rally that Oklahoma City helped stymie with its own strategy.
The Thunder, apparently doubting they could overcome an eight-point lead on their home court without Russell Westbrook, resorted to intentionally fouling Omer Asik — a 54 percent career foul shooter — with 5:33 to play. Asik went 8 for 12 from the line, extending Houston's lead to 101-92 with 3:53 remaining before Oklahoma City gave up the tactic.
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"Barcelona vacation"
Great location on La Rambla. Very convenient to Metro. Walk down to the Columbus statue, tour the gothic area and walk to El Born as well. Quick metro hop to Sagrada Familia and oter Gaudi sites. Noise level on the street on Saturday night was high but the windows are well insulated so that helps. The staff at the hotel was super-friendly and the room […] was large by comparison to our hotel in Paris. Free wifi was a big bonus.Would not hesitate to stay there again. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great Location"
Great location on La Rambla. Easy to get anywhere. Staff very friendly and helpful. Fair amount of noise above our room (we were on the 6th) in the mornings. Would definitely stay here again.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"High end Centrally located"
wish it were longerGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Pre-cruise stay"
This hotel was located in the old town area close to the market. There is a Starbucks next door and good tapas places nearby. We especially enjoyed the rooftop views and drinks from the bar at sunset. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Transportation is close by though we walked much of the city. Would stay here again!Genuine Expedia guest review
"Nicest Hotel We've Stayed In!"
Can't say too many good things about this hotel. The location, the lobby, the room, the staff...all excellent.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Nice hotel, professional stuff"
Highly will recommend this hotelGenuine Expedia guest review
"An amazing hotel!"
Everything was just perfect and worth the price - location, hotel decor, service from reception to rooms...which were so warm and romantic! Fantastic choice... Would start our vacation all over again (-;Genuine Expedia guest review
"Solid, but don't expect to be wowed"
If you are after a great location, this hotel is a good choice. Located right next to the boqueria in on La Rambla walking distance to many great places.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Heart of La Rambles-Excellent"
Excellent hotel-location and service. I highly recommend this hotelGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Amazing Hotel"
Outstanding hotel. It is perfectly located on La Rambla and the hotel is gorgeous with amazing views from the roof top. The staff also couldn't get anymore helpful / nice. You can not go wrong staying here. Also their room service sangria's are massive.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Perfect place to stay"
We travelled as a senior couple. The location of 1898 is excellent: right on the Ramblas and very close to two Metro stations. Nice size room well appointed and up to date very nice bathroom. Staff was courteous and helpful. Would defiinitely recommend this hotel.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Nice hotel in good area of Barcelona"
We didn't spend as much time in our hotel as I had expected when we booked it, but found it to be clean, quiet and comfortable in every respect. We appreciated having free Wi-Fi so we could check email and check in at the airport before leaving. It is conveniently located to public transportation busses that go to the airport if you have only one bag […] to roll. It's about a two block walk to the busses. It is also convenient to many restaurants and the central sites of Barcelona. We slept well in the comfortable bed, which is essential for us. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Beautiful hotel perfectly located"
Friendly staff, comfortable room. This hotel is ideally located near enough to most sites to walk, but off the Rambla enough to provide privacy and quiet. There is a spa and bathtub warm pool in the lower level that is gorgeous. Also a terrace pool and bar.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Great location"
Not sure what the average rooms are like. But I ended up getting a 1 bedroom apartment plus a 200mp rooftop terrace with a private swimming pool. So things can't get any better - thank you Expedia (VIP / Eliteplus upgrades) The SPA was pretty enjoyable.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Nice Location"
My wife and I stayed in this beautiful hotel during our stay in Bacelona. The staff was extremely helpful, and was really good at recommending restaurants in the city. Location is great for visiting the waterfront, or the shopping areas near Plaza Catalunya. This is a beautiful hotel.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Honeymoon age 50+"
The hotel, location, staff were excellent. Recommend highly.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"In the Center of the old City"
Wonderful location - except for the subway rumbling all night.Genuine Expedia guest review
Being located right on La Rumbla allows access to all of Barcelona. You could walk around the neighborhood for days anf not eat at the same place. Hotel itself is well worth the price. You will not be disappointedGenuine Expedia guest review
Nice hotel, good location, beautiful spa and a rooftop pool. Rooms are very nice, high ceilings, modern and clean.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Nice hotel but not worth its money!"
Nice hotel rooms, bad hotel staff. The only good hotel staff we met there were house keeping staff. Almost everyone else were very arrogant and had minimum customer service warmth!! As we were walking by Ramblas street we found dozens of hotels that are much closer to action areas and with much better prices. Almost all hotels have clean rooms but what […] distinguish the high price for hotels should be the staff which hotel 1898 did not have *unfortunately*. Will definitely NOT visit this hotel again!!! Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Great hidden gem!!"
Great hotel in the heart of La Ramblas. The rooftop deck and bar were glorious. The hotel and room were spotless and the location could not be any better. I would go back in a heart beat.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Nice hotel in center of it all in Barcelona"
This hotel was terrifuc in every way. The hitel is lovely, spotless, great staff, and a terrific location within walking distance of most of the sights to see on the city. The breakfast buffet is fabulous. Though it is on the busiest street in the city, they honored our advance request for a quiet room. We would highly recommend this hotel.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Best Luxury Location in Barcelona"
On our sixth visit to Barcelona, which has included properties on P. de Gracia as well as the beach this is the best location possible for a luxury property. Additionally, the staff is incredible with the best care and above and beyond assistance locating lost luggage. Their spa is fantastic and the rooftop pool and bar/restaurant has incredible views […] and incredible service to match. We will never stay anywhere else. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Comfortable and in the middle of things"
I like this hotel and have stayed here before. Beds are very comfortable, furnishings are nice, rooftop bar/lounge/tiny pool are great. The only jarring note for me is that they have those stupid theft-proof hangers in the closets. Having these inconvenient contraptions in a hotel of this quality (and with these prices) is an insult to guests and a […] VERY false economy. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Beautiful hotel right in the heart of the city."
Staff were very friendly. Gorgeous indoor and outdoor swimming pool. Nice sauna and steamroom facilities.Genuine Expedia guest review
"HOT, ac did not work properly"
Great location, beautiful hotel-AC malfunctioning and it took 2 calls and 3 hours to get it working. When we returned from dinner at 1030 pm AGAIN not working and no one to fix it. Lesson to be learned-if it's not working, when you walk in-insist on another room. We were exhausted from the flight and the room was not ready.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great hotel"
Great hotel! Very spacious rooms! Was surprised that several of the bar staff upstairs could not speak enough english to take a drink order though. Also there are no irons or ironing board so I got whacked 50 Euro to have 6 items ironed for my stay. Other than that I would recommend! Great location!Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"VERY nice, very clean hotel right on La Ramblas"
Hotel staff was exceptional from our time of arrival to the moment we left. We arrived early, they stored our bags, made some recommendations of sights to see and when we returned we found our bags had been delivered to our beautiful, well stocked room. Hotel overlooks La Ramblas, so if you are looking for QUIET, this may not be for you, but we did […] not think the noise was unreasonable, and certainly did not keep us from sleeping. Rooftop bar and pool were great, breakfast service was of the best I have seen. We will stay again on our next visit to Barcelona... Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Very nice hotel, location is close to everything."
From the moment we arrived in the taxi, we were greeted. We were treated with respect by all. The decor was outstanding and very beautiful. We were upgraded to a better room than we paid for, were not even told, we learned of it by checking our receipt. This was Awesome! Thank You Very Much Staff! The room was also Awesome and in perfect order. Very […] clean and beautiful. The service was outstanding and very much appreciated. The location was ideal, we walked to all attractions.This was a great City to visit and a great Hotel to stay in. I will definitely recommend this hotel to all. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"La Rambla"
We were not guaranteed early arrival. Got off plane after long overnight flight from USA and were immediately checked into a Jr. Suite. Large, Air Conditioned. Clean. Comfortable. Just what we needed. Couldn't ask for a better location in Barcelona. Minor nits: it's above a subway line and church bells ring nearby. But if you don't travel with earplugs […] it's your own fault! Didn't interrupt our sleep at all. Front desk staff spoke exellent English and were helpful in their local suggestions. We would absolutely, positively stay there again. Very nice property and friendly, caring personnel. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Smells Like Bad Service"
My daughter and I recently spent five nights at the Hotel 1898, which to be fair, is beautifully appointed and centrally located. However, from the first day we were surprised and disappointed at the snide attitude and poor service from the front desk "concierges". Now I use the term concierge lightly here, as there was no official concierge. When […] one is spending upwards of $500/night at a hotel, some basic level of concierge service is expected. After our first sleepless night due to a loud noise from the street below, I asked if it would be possible to change rooms to one that is further from La Rambla, the main street in that area. The snippy front desk clerk told me that we should have expected noise, because after all, we were staying in a city. On our second night we asked someone at the front desk to make a dinner reservation for us at a local restaurant, which they did, but for the wrong night. The only other help we asked for was in making travel arrangements to San Sebastian. We were directed to the business center and given a train website. After 3 frustrating hours, we went back to the front desk only to be told that the train website doesn't accept international visa cards. By the time we got to a travel agent, the train we wanted had been fully booked and we had to make other arrangements. I cannot recommend this hotel to anyone. The last time I had service this surly was when I was a teenager backpacking through Europe and staying at hostels! Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Wonderful hotel - an oasis in central Barcelona"
Hotel 1898 is a lovely place - rooms comfortable, lobby stylish and friendly, spa relaxing and welcoming. The rooftop terrace bar is a real find - great views, comfy couches, nice splash pool. We would definitely return.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Great hotel!"
This is a wonderful hotel. Everything was perfect. I especially loved the rooftop cafe.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Excellent Hotel, Best Location in Barcelona"
On our long list of hotels that we have stayed in, this is the number One ! Beautiful, elegant, clean with super friendly and helpful staff. Located right on the "Las Ramblas" pedestrian street between the old town and the Gothic quarter, it has many museums, cathedrals, restaurants and shopping areas near by. It has no ocean views but the rooftop pool […] and bar more than made up for that. Also there is a spa with a beautiful pool inside if you travel in the winter time. The rooms were large and comfortable. Could not find anything to complain about this amazing hotel. We are already planning to stay in this hotel during our next visit to Barcelona next spring. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Beautiful hotel!"
Hotel was amazing, service was great, rooftop pool with the views were spectacular! Food was good, drinks were tasty! Location was great! Rooms were very sleek and modern! Unbelievable hotel for our honeymoon! Would recommend to anyone and everyone!Genuine Expedia guest review
"Top of the Line all the Way"
Wow...beautiful hotel, great attention to detail, outstanding personal service all in the heart of the Las Ramblas action. What a great place to enter after a long day (or night) of checking out the sites, sounds of Barcelona. Would stay there again for sure, and recommend it to anyone.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Excellent location,great hospitality and suterrace"
Wonderful hotel and I would recommend it to anyone who wants a 5 star hospitality in any senseGenuine Expedia guest review
"Very quiet, comfortable hotel off Las Ramblas"
I had a perfect experience at Hotel 1898! The rooms are so comfortable and quiet. The location is central to all of Barcelona's attractions. Las Ramblas is a bit too busy for my taste, but the hotel entrance is on a side street and our room was perfectly quiet.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Family with teenagers"
This hotel was perfect. Great location right on las ramblas. If you opened the window you can hear the sounds below but it was definitely quiet if you kept the window closed. We used the parking garage which was very easy. This is a 5 star hotel with all the amenities like bathrobes, slippers, chocolate by your bedside table. It was so nice to have […] such luxuries after being on a cruise. You can walk out the front door and you are right on las ramblas. We felt totally safe at all times and walked down many back streets. The metro is a few minute stroll from the hotel and many restaurants, gelato, and pastry shops. On the roof there is a pool plus many lounge areas and chairs to lay out in the sun, plus a roof top bar. It's worth the extra to stay at this hotel. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Honeymoon getaway"
We spent the last leg of our honeymoon here. The stay was fabulous. Our room was always clean, the roof deck w/ pool and full service bar and reastauraunt was awesome. We did not put aside time to explore the inside pool and spa but will do so when we return.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"A/C didnt work in our room."
We booked a room for our honeymoon and couldn't have been more disappointed. For the money we were expecting a top notch place and it fell short. The AC never worked in our room, they would come and "fix it" and tell us to leave the balcony door shut to let it cool down but hours later it would still be hot! Barcelona was an amazing city, the next time […] we visit we will not be staying at hotel 1898, there are many better options out there. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"A disappointing stay"
I had always visited the hotel on trips to Barcelona because I admired the lobby decor. Finally decided to spend one night before departing on a cruise. The room was very well appointed, extremely clean, hotel is well located. The major problems were the AC wasnt working properly but no one came to check it out. I asked at the front desk to get change […] for a 50 Euro bill, but received a curt reply that it was the weekend and she simply couldnt change it. I then asked for change for a 20 Euro and the desk attendant looked at me and asked what exactly is it that you want?? I cant give you change because the banks are closed and we will not have operating funds. This was a huge turn-off. I fulfilled my desire to spend the night there but will not be returning. The unwillingness to please a guest didnt score any points with me. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"highly recommend"
I really loved this hotel. The staff were very friendly and accomodating. The room is spacious and complete with modern amenities, including huge bathroom, large flat screen TV and very cool lighting. The breakfast in the hotel was delicious and comparatively priced to other options outside the hotel. The two pools leave me breathless. The one on the […] 2nd floor is so beautiful and peaceful. The rooftop pool is just as you see in the photos. Definitely carve out time in the evening to at least have a drink there and a tapa or two. The location of the hotel is just off of La Rambla, a bustling street full of shopping and close to historic Barcelona. You won't be disappointed at all with this hotel. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Everything it said it was and more!"
We couldn't have asked for a nicer Hotel, in a better location with an amazingly helpful and pleasant staff! From the moment we arrived until the moment we sadly left, we felt taken care of and comfortable. The lobby is beautiful, an old converted tobacco factory, with several areas to sit and relax and have complimentary water w/ lemon, afternoon tea […] or something lovely from the bar! Our room, large by European standards, was clean, well-equipped and comfortable. Beautiful bathroom and our bath towels we replaced 2x each day! We loved spending the early evening on the roof-top bar before venturing out to dinner. We travel a lot and often hear ourselves saying that the next time we come here ( wherever that may be) we want to stay there......this time we were there! Hope we can return to Barcelona and it would be to the Hotel 1898 without question! Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Brilliant, calm oasis in the heart of Las Ramblas"
What a beautiful hotel! My husband and two teenage children stayed at the Hotel 1898 on vacation after a cruise. It was just perfect. We all agreed that it was magical and really, we didn't want to leave to see the sights because the ambiance of the hotel is so inviting! Although we were on holiday, most of the patrons seemed to be business professionals, […] and it would be a nice place for work. There are numerous quiet lobby areas and a fantastic business area on the second floor that all would function well for impromptu meetings. The rooms are large with high ceilings and elegant decor. The room doors are hard to close - have to be careful to pull entirely shut. You can choose which pillow suits you best and the service from all staff was outstanding. They anticipated our needs beautifully. But the best part are the pools. There is a chic rooftop pool and an underground grotto pool connected to the spa/workout areas. Its available to all guests 14 and over. There is a plunge shower and hot/cold saunas. The area is magical and incredibly relaxing. I don't normally go to the pool when at a hotel but this one made me get up early to take another dip before heading to the airport. A wonderful place. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"on La Rambla close to market"
Very happily impressed with sophistication of the hotel decoration and ultra friendliness and helpfulness of staff.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"One of best hotels ever stayed."
Very in the heart of Barcelona, at the Ramblas, close to Plaça Catalunha and Market, hotel 1898 is a very good surprise, with nice large rooms with good showers, a friendly staff and very good attractions like its spa. I would surely recommend it to everyone.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Great location but no so great service!"
I was so excited to go to this hotel as it looked amazing and the reviews were pretty good too. First, being an Expedia Elite member did nothing. When I gave them the card they simply pushed it right back and acted like they did not care. Also, we paid about $500 extra to upgrade to a Privilege room and we did not get it. We traveled with another couple […] that also paid for this type of room and their room was huge and located in the corner of the hotel (as stated in the description) while ours was not. The frustrating thing is that they kept saying it was a Privilege when we complained. I do not mind if they just said they did not have another available and get our money back for the upgrade but they simply just would not do anything about it. Then, the room had an awful sewage smell and when we asked for some deodorizer the staff told us this was common in Barcelona and that his apartment has the same smell. Really?! The hotel was close to everything and the rooms were very clean and we really want to say that we will return but when we travel we look for great service and this hotel did not deliver. The staff at the rooftop was also not very nice and always looked like we were a bother when we asked for drinks. One last thing, if you upgrade to the Colonial suite or a Deluxe room just be aware that the balconies up above face directly above you and you have no privacy. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Best of everything"
Spent three nights on a weekend get away. Great location on La Rambla but very quiet. Staff very helpful and nice touches like bottled water, with ice, in the lobby. Loved both pool areas. Check in and check out very smooth. Great experience.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Great location and staff"
Location of this hotel is perfect, right on Las Ramblas. Everyone at this hotel was very friendly and accommodating. We felt that the only place in Barcelona that we went to where there was courteous service was this hotel.Genuine Expedia guest review
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Mont Vernon man arraigned in fatal hit-and-run that killed ex-Amherst fire chief
Travis Hobbs (right) appeared at Nashua District Court with his attorney Ed Cross on Tuesday for an arraignment on a charge of negligent homicide in the hit-and-run death of John Bachman of Amherst on Monday. (Nancy Bean Foster)
On Monday afternoon, Travis Hobbs, 20, of Mont Vernon was traveling on Boston Post Road just past the intersection with Corduroy Road when he struck John Bachman, 71, and drove off. Bachman, who was at his mailbox in front of his home retrieving his mail, was knocked into a snow bank. His wife, Marilyn, discovered her husband in the snow bank at the end or their driveway and called for help. Bachman was sent to Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, but before he could be transported to Massachusetts General Hospital he succumbed to his injuries.
Hobbs, who was checking email on his cell phone and thought he only hit a snow bank, later turned himself in to police. He was arrested and charged with one count of negligent homicide. The charge carries a maximum sentence of 3½ to 7 years in prison, said his attorney, Ed Cross, of the public defender's office.
Hobbs was arraigned on the charge at Nashua District Court on Tuesday afternoon and was released on $50,000 personal recognizance and $1,000 cash only bail. Judge Michael J. Ryan also ordered Hobbs not to drive a motor vehicle, to continue to live with his parents in Mont Vernon, and to have no contact with Bachman's family.
"He's very emotional," said Cross. "I was impressed with the way he's holding up."
Cross called Hobbs "a decent young man" who has cooperated fully with the police since turning himself in. Hobbs graduated from Souhegan High School where he played football and is currently attending Nashua Community College. He lives with his parents, Jason and Tammy Hobbs in Mont Vernon. In March, Hobbs spoke at the memorial service of his best friend, Tony Barksdale, another Souhegan graduate who died during his freshman year at Boston University.
Bachman, a husband, father and grandfather, was a familiar face in Amherst. He served on the town's volunteer firefighter and took the helm as chief in the early 1990s. Deputy Fire Chief Matt Conley said Bachman was "a great guy. I had a lot of admiration for him."
Bachman was captain of one of the department's engine companies when Conley came on board in 1986.
"He worked his way up the ranks to become chief of the department," Conley said. "He was a good chief who had a good rapport with the guys."
Bachman wasn't paid for his role as chief, but earned a living as an entrepreneur, Conley said, founding a software company called AnaTek Corporation with his daughter, Pam McKinney of Mont Vernon, in 1991.
"Everybody's stunned by the news," Conley said. "It's a terrible thing to have happen no matter what time of the year it is, but it resonates a little more when it happens around the holidays."
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