Stuck on a layover at Paris Orly Airport (ORY)? The airport is France’s second busiest airport, and is located roughly 8 miles from Paris’ city center which makes the city an accessible destination for on a long layover. If you’re trying to figure out if you can leave the airport during your layover, click here for useful tips.

If you’re stuck in the airport during your layover, there’s plenty of shops and services to help you bide your time. There’s a number of bars and restaurants (listed here by terminal) as well as lots of duty free and regular shopping (a shopping guide can be found here).

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For kids, there are Gulli play areas with games and a TV area (click here for locations), Playstation areas, coin-operated arcade games including piball, pool, foosball and more, located in terminal 3 in terminal West in the public area. There are also additional play areas where kids can climb, slide and burn off energy before the flight in the boarding lounges of halls D, E, and G of Orly South.

For adults looks to relax, the Orly airport hosts the Be Relax spa in the South Terminal and the West Terminal (beyond passport control). Here you can get a number of services including massages, acupressure, reflexology, manicures and pedicures, and facials. Click here for pricing. Appointments are not necessary, customers will be attended to based on arrival time. For more information call +33 144 13 76 94 or email info@berelax.xom.

There is also Internet access available in the airport and Multimedia Terminals that allow a number of various operations including downloading music, web phone, web cam, digital photo printing and more. Click here for pricing. There is also WiFi hotspots in all the terminals, and Business Workstations located in Terminal C in the boarding lounges.

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The airport also has a number of additional services including a Post Office, multi-faith Prayer Area, Banks, and pharmacies.

If you’re looking to store your bags while you explore, Paris-Orly Airport offers baggage storage in terminal Sud public area near Gate G departures hall. Bagages du Monde will ship, store (short term or long term) or wrap your luggage. Click here for pricing, location and more information.

If you’re layover is at night or you’re looking to get some rest, there are many hotels of varying price points located near the airport. The Hilton Paris Orly Hotel is located 3 minutes from the airport by a free shuttle. Here’s an additional list of hotels near the Orly Paris airport.

If you’re leaving the airport, there’s a number of transportation options. Taxis are located outside the arrivals terminal and a general fare to the Paris center costs €35 (click here for fare rates and taxi contact information). If you choose to travel by rail, Paris-Orly is linked to the RER C by the bus service (Paris par le train). Click here for additional information on rail and bus travel from the Paris-Orly.

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Marriott Hotels is expanding in Thailand in 2012, opening three new hotels: The Rayong Marriott Resort & Spa, The Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit and the Marriott Executive Apartments Bangkok – Sukhumvit Thonglor.

The three hotels will create a total of 16 Marriott hotels in Thailand. There are additional plans to open an additional five more hotels within the next five years.

Two of the hotels will be located in Bangkok, and the Rayong will be situated on the Mae Phim beach just 205 kilometers south of Bangkok. As a main hub for flights to Thailand, Bangkok attracts tourists and business people from around the world as a final destination, or a stopover.

The Rayong Marriott Resort & Spa will be located along a stretch of beach and will feature 206 rooms, with views of the ocean and mountains.  In addition the Rayong will feature a Grand Ballroom, and over 7,000 square meters of meeting space for weddings, meetings, and other events.

The Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit will tower over Bangkok’s Thonglor district and will be right near the BTS Skytrain Station. The hotel will have 296 guest rooms, three restaurants, a rooftop bar with impressive city views, a Grand Ballroom and four meeting rooms.

Finally, the Marriott Executive Apartments Bangkok – Sukhumvit Thonglor will be located adjacent to the Bangkok Marriott Hotel and each of the 74 rooms has a fully equipped kitchens.  One, two, and three bedroom rooms will be available for any length of stay.

Cyprus is a popular island destination in the Mediterranean sea where visitors from around the world can relax in the world, and take advantage of its location near Greece, Turkey, Syria, Israel and Egypt. There are many daily flights to Paphos, where tourists can find a number of five-star luxury hotels. Here are Layover Guide’s top picks:

Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites Hotel

The Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites Hotel in Paphos is an adult-focused luxury hotel with its own private beach, two outdoor freshwater swimming pools, Jacuzzis, fitness center and spa. Some of the hotel suites come with their own private pool and deck, and all the suites have large balconies. www.asimina-cbh.com/

Amathus Beach Hotel Paphos

The Amathus Beach Hotel Paphos has a ton of onsite activities to keep the most discerning guest busy including a spa, golf, kid’s club, restaurants and bars, outdoor pool, seaside promenade, tennis courts, gym, and aerobics studio. www.amathus-hotels.com/paphos/

Thalassa Boutique Hotel & Spa Paphos

This small hotel doesn’t hold back on the stunning views. Overlooking Coral Bay, the Thalassa Boutique Hotel & Spa Paphos has a number of restaurants and bars, spa facilities, tennis courts, horseback riding, cruising and fishing trips, indoor swimming pool, gym and yoga, and water activities. www.thalassa.com.cy/

Almyra Hotel Paphos

Situated along the Mediterranean Sea, the Almyra Hotel Paphos has 180 rooms and has many features including a spa, four restaurants, and four freshwater pools. Parasailing, windsurfing and jetskiing are available on the Almyra beach, and many additional activities including golf are nearby. www.almyra.com/en/

Elysium Hotel Paphos

Located next to the Tomb of the Kings, the Elysium Hotel Paphos offers a world-class spa, six restaurants, free form outdoor pool, tennis courts and scuba diving courses, gardens, high-tech gym, aerobics and pilates studio, kids club, playground, and more. www.elysium-hotel.com/

Sin City has it all when it comes to entertainment, and there is also no shortage of restaurants to choose from. Whether you choose to stay at the Paris Las Vegas or the Bellagio, you should check out these top ten restaurants when you are in Las Vegas.

1.  Picasso

Over $50 million worth of genuine Picasso paintings surround guests as they dine on delicacies such as sautéed foie gras, parmesan-crusted lamb in a truffle sauce, and warm lobster salad.  Posh and serene, Picasso will introduce you to a whole new selection of culinary delights you never thought possible. Chef Julian Serrano knew what he was doing when he selected this location – the lake view is simply exquisite.

3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South (Flamingo Road)

2.  Le Cirque

Le Cirque allows diners to experience the elegant ambience of New York right on the Las Vegas Strip. The mahogany-paneled restaurant serves up sophisticated and attractive dishes including risotto, striped bass stuffed with vegetables and steamed in a truffle sauce, and petit fours for dessert. Executive chef Marc Poidevin introduces you to a grand setting with big taste.

3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South (Flamingo Road)

3.  Nobu

This spectacular 150-seat eatery is a replica of the New York City restaurant of the same name, which is owned by Robert DeNiro. The sushi bar will take you away to another world while you relax among the burnt ash tabletops and bamboo features. Diners can enjoy a small mountain of edamame, and have an adventure with new-style sashimi. Don’t forget the ginger ice cream with brandy caramel sauce.

4475 Paradise Road (Harmon Avenue)

4.  El Sombrero

No one said you had to break the bank to have a wonderful meal in Las Vegas.  Located in Old Vegas, El Sombrero is actually the area’s oldest restaurant, dating back to 1950. You will experience New Mexican (not Mexican) cuisine including dishes such as chile verde and chile Colorado, both of which have deep, fiery flavors. The salsa, burritos, and enchiladas are all made from scratch!

807 South Main Street

5.  Firefly

If you want to experience Las Vegas food like the locals, make sure you stop in at Firefly. This popular after-work spot is a short taxi ride from the Strip. Don’t miss the signature bacon-wrapped dates with blue cheese dish, or the white sangria.

3900 Paradise Road

6.  Raku

If you love Japanese barbeque, you absolutely must stop in at chef/owner Mitsuo Endo’s Raku.  The menu is simple yet elegant, and eating here won’t bust your wallet – so you will have plenty left for those slot machines. You should try the tsukune, which is grilled ground chicken on a skewer. Flavors meld together in perfect harmony in the perfect setting.

5030 West Spring Mountain Road #2

7.  Cut

Situated in the Palazzo Hotel, Cut is one of the best steakhouses in the United States. Created by Wolfgang Puck, diners experience the chic style of Beverly Hills in the middle of the Las Vegas desert. The 160-seat restaurant is an elegant departure from the average steakhouse and offers a wide variety of beef from Japan, Illinois, and Nebraska  If you don’t have a hankering for beef, don’t worry: there are seafood and chicken dishes available.

3325 Las Vegas Boulevard South (Sands Avenue)

8.  Aureole     

Who wouldn’t want to dine in a restaurant that has a four-story wine tower with its own wine angel (a gorgeous showgirl)? If that sounds good to you, definitely check out Aureole, located at the Mandalay Bay Hotel. Guests will enjoy the contemporary cuisine designed by Charlie Palmer and Chef Robert Kirchoff. Everyone loves upscale comfort food like caramelized shell steak and onion-potato tarts, so don’t miss out.

3950 Las Vegas Boulevard South

9.  Spago

You can’t go to Las Vegas without seeing (or staying in) Caesars Palace. And, while you are there, you might as well get a bite to eat at the world-famous Spago. Adorned with modern art and offering sophisticated fare, you won’t want to miss Wolfgang Puck’s Las Vegas essential. While you may need a reservation for the main dining room, the front café is always ready to welcome you for a quick, casual meal.

3500 Las Vegas Boulevard South (Flamingo Road)

10.  The Steakhouse at Circus Circus

The Steakhouse at Circus Circus is one of the best steakhouses in Las Vegas, and is also relatively inexpensive. Diners can get some of the best dry-aged beef in town, at a bargain price.  Laid back and great for the whole family, the restaurant also has a very relaxed bring your own bottle (wine) policy.

2880 Las Vegas Boulevard South

While the Costa Concordia incident last January off the coast of Giglio may have made some travelers a bit hesitant to set sail, many still consider this the best (and cheapest) time to book Med cruises.

Mediterranean cruising is now considered to be the cheapest it’s been in the past three years. Economic unease from many of the port cities including Spain, Portugal, Italy and Greece, added to passenger’s concern about booking a cruise in the area.

However, these concerns provide opportunities for travelers looking to score great deals on packages including airfare, hotels, and cruise rooms. To sweeten the deal, many cruise lines are adding incentives including cabin upgrades, ship spending credits, deals on booking additional rooms for larger parties, and excursion packages.

In fact, many Mediterranean cruises are down up to 50% off of last year’s pricing – providing terrific opportunities for those who always wanted to cruise the region.

In addition, to ease the mind of anyone concerned about safety, new safety measures were announced in April requiring additional life jackets on cruise ships, and limited visits to the bridge.

If the cruise package doesn’t include airfare, additional savings could be gleamed by flying into smaller European airports such as Brussels or Dublin, and then connecting to your port city by low-cost carriers in the area, such as Ryanair or Air Berlin.

The island of Majorca is located in the Mediterranean Sea, off the coast of Spain. As a popular holiday destination, the capital city of Palma has attracted tourists from all over the world including the royals who have spent summers in Majorca. The main airport is a hub for Air Berlin and there are daily flights to Palma for visitors looking for a sunshine holiday. Layover Guide has compiled our list of the best hotels in Palma, Majorca.

Can Cera Hotel

Opened in June 2011, the Can Cera Hotel is located in old city Palma.  With only 12 rooms (7 of them suites) the Can Cera Hotel boasts a Gastro Bar, a breakfast buffet, the Khan’s Spa Wax which has elaborate and unique treatments including a Finnish sauna, Hamman sauna, Contrast Shower, Zone of Easing, yoga, Jacuzzi and more. www.cancerahotel.com

Gran Melia Victoria

In the center of Palma de Mallorca is the Gran Melia Victoria, a luxury hotel overlooking the bay. The hotel has 171 rooms including 11 suites and junior suites. In addition the hotel offers a choice of bars and lounges, and international restaurants, 24 hour room service, outdoor pool, ten local golf courses, and more. www.solmelia.com

Hotel Nixe Palace

Right across from the beach, the Hotel Nixe Palace features 118 rooms with 15 suites, a lobby bar and cage, 24 hour room service, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness room, solarium with deck chairs for sunning, spa, and more. www.hotelmallorcanixepalace.com/en

Grupotel Valparaiso Palace

With 174 rooms and suites, the Grupotel Valparaiso Palace has ocean views, private terraces, three restaurants and two bars, two outdoor swimming pools, business facilities and conference rooms, and the Nayara Spa and Wellness Center which includes a Turkish Bath, Thermal Lounges, heated indoor pool, Jacuzzi, aroma showers, and more.  www.grupotelvalparaiso.com

Hotel Palacio Ca Sa Galesa

Located in Palma’s Old Quarter, the Hotel Palacio Ca Sa Galesa is a luxury hotel situated in a 16^th century palace. Updated to modern conveniences, the hotel has only 12 rooms and includes a sun terrace with lounge chairs, a fitness room, and food and drinks upon request. www.palaciocasagalesa.com

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Lake Garda is Italy’s largest lake, located midway between Milan and Verona. It’s easily accessible, and its picturesque Alpine lake and tourist friendly atmosphere make a perfect destination for Lake Garda holidays.

There is no shortage of luxury tourist hotels around the lake, including a number of five-star resorts. Layover Guide has compiled our list of top resorts in Italy’s Lake Garda.

Palace Hotel Villa Cortine

Set upon a hillside in the Peninsula of Sirmione, the Palace Hotel Villa Cortine has it all – 54 luxury rooms (many with views of Lake Garda), a comfortable lounge, a heated outdoor swimming pool, a cocktail bar with mosaics, clay tennis courts, private sundecks, a restaurant, and more.  www.hotelvillacortine.com/

Palazzo Arzaga Gold Resort Calvagese Della Riviera

Located in a natural park near Lake Garda, the Palazzo Arzaga Gold Resort Calvagese Della Riviera is mansion that dates back to the 15^th century.  The hotel has a chapel, 2 golf courses, a spa, two restaurants, and two bars.  www.palazzoarzaga.com

Bella Riva Hotel Gardone Riviera

The Bella Riva Hotel Gardone Riviera is located right along Lake Garda and has many service and amenities for guests including shops, bar, outdoor pool, garden, spa, non-motorized water sports including windsurfing, 24 hour room service, steam bath, and a business center. www.bellarivagardone.it/

Park Hotel Imperial

Sitting along the beach of Lake Garda, the Park Hotel Imperial is a pet-friendly resort which has a host of activities for guests including tennis courts, sauna, massage and beauty center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, fitness room, spa, Jacuzzi, solarium, and much more. www.parkhotelimperial.it/

Hotel Villa Del Sogno

With sweeping views of Lake Garda, Hotel Villa Del Sogno has everything that you could want to make it a memorable vacation. The hotel offers a swimming pool, beauty center, golf course, tennis courts, Jacuzzi, spa, steam bath and sauna, business center, restaurant and bar. www.villadelsogno.it/

As the third busiest airport in Australia, the Brisbane Airport has countless flights to Brisbane daily, and is a common layover and stopover destination. For those passengers looking for a place to spend the night, Layover Guide selected our top choices for Brisbane hotels.

Sofitel Brisbane Central

www.sofitelbrisbane.com.au/

Centrally located in Brisbane, the Sofitel Brisbane Central offers modern luxuries including suites and luxury rooms, top restaurants, and the hotel’s million dollar spa getaway. The Sofitel also has a SoFit Gymnasium, 12m heated pool and spa, business center, Club Sofitel Lounge, hair salon and more.

Spicers Balfour Hotel

http://spicersgroup.com.au/property/spicers-balfour-hotel-brisbane-qld

With only 9 unique decorated rooms (1 Terrace Suite, 3 Courtyard Rooms and 5 Executive Rooms), the Spicers Balfour Hotel has plenty of charm. Only 13km from the airport, the hotel includes breakfast, Nespresso coffees, parking and pre-dinner canapés each evening. There is also a spa and yoga, dining options, and more.

Stamford Plaza Brisbane

http://www.stamford.com.au/spb/

Much bigger than the Spicers, the Stamford Plaza Brisbane has 252 luxury rooms over 22 floors which all feature views across the Brisbane River. The hotel also offers bar and restaurant options, shops, a hair and beauty salon, florist, outdoor heated pool, spa and sauna, fitness center, sundeck, and 24 hour reception.

Emporium Hotel

http://www.emporiumhotel.com.au/

The Emporium Hotel is a boutique hotel which features 102 studio suites with 106cm plasma TVs, wireless internet, marble kitchenette and also an in-suite laundry.  Other features of the hotel include a business center, Cocktail Bar, rooftop 15 meter lap pool, fitness room and sauna.

Treasury Hotel & Casino

http://www.treasurybrisbane.com.au/Home.htm

Just across the street from the Treasury Casino, this hotel is also within walking distance of the botanical gardens and many other Brisbane destinations. With 130 rooms and suites, they all have marble bathrooms and 18 foot high ceilings, and the hotel also offers a gym, sauna, conference rooms and restaurants.

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For many, Egypt is a destination that offers spectacular beaches, unparalleled history and landmarks, and a vibrant culture. While many enjoy cheap holidays to Egypt to take advantage of the sun and sightseeing, Layover Guide compiled our list of unusual highlights to a vacation in Egypt.

Hot Air Ballooning In The Valley of the Kings And Queens

Set to the skies over the Valley of the Kings to get a vantage point unlike any other! You get a bird’s eye view of some of the most incredible archaeological sites. The balloon rides also travel over Luxor (also known as Thebes).

Camping In The White Desert

The White Desert is certainly a unique sight in itself due to the fact that the sands are, in fact, white.  There’s plenty to do in the White Desert and organized trips include overnight camping trips, camel rides, safari trips, and more.

Float Down The Nile On A Felucca

Considered to be the traditional Egyptian sailboat, the felucca is the primary mode of transportation down the Nile River. A group can rent a felucca for an hour or two, or take guided tours, as the wind pushes the boat upriver. Felucca rides are available at tourist towns along the Nile including Luxor and Aswan.

Quad Biking In The Sinai Desert

Two hour quad biking tours through the Sinai Desert give you an experience unlike any other. Check out the sand dunes, the canyons and valleys while cruising through the landscape on a quadbike. Tours run from sunrise to sunset.

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For passengers arriving at the San Diego International Airport and looking for a place to crash, there are a number of hotels within a mile from the airport that serve as the perfect base for a long layover or a visit in San Diego. Flights to San Diego arrive throughout the day and night, and these hotels are the perfect choice for a quick trip to a comfortable bed.

The Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina

www.sheratonsandiegomarina.com

0.8 miles from the airport

Located directly on the San Diego Bay, with views of the marina or the bay, the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina has over 1,053 rooms and suites, 73 meeting rooms, four ballrooms, three swimming pools, tennis courts, complimentary shuttle, and is located close to downtown San Diego.

Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island

http://www1.hilton.com

0.8 miles from the airport

The Hilton San Diego Airport is located on the waterfront of Harbor Island. Close to downtown San Diego, the hotel offers 211 rooms, business facilities, private balconies, bicycling, fitness room, and a pool.

Courtyard by Marriot San Diego Airport

www.marriott.com

1.2 miles from airport

The Courtyard by Marriot San Diego Airport has 197 rooms and three suites, and all the amenities you could be looking for including a waterside deli, outdoor pool, bar, restaurant, and poolside fire pit. There is also a complimentary shuttle service, business center, and internet.

Homewood Suites San Diego Airport

www.homewoodsuites1.hilton.com

1.2 miles from airport

With 150 waterfront suites with separate living and sleeping areas, the Homewood Suites San Diego Airport also includes a complimentary breakfast buffet, airport shuttle service, a business center, swimming pool, game room, fitness room, and more.

Howard Johnson Inn Seaworld San Diego

www.howardjohnsonsandiego.com/

1.3 miles from airport

The recently renovated Howard Johnson Inn Seaworld San Diego offers guests a number of services and amenities including a complimentary continental breakfast, a business center, outdoor swimming pool, laundry services, Internet access and complimentary airport and cruise ship shuttles.

Click here for the full Layover Guide to San Diego