HONORED TO HAVE 3 MILLION BLOG READERS

I HAVE SHARED MY UNIVERSAL DESIGN EXPERTISE BY POSTING ON MY BLOG 365 DAYS PER YEAR FOR MORE THAN ONE DOZEN YEARS

Universal Design in Avila, Spain

As an award-winning storyteller, I am proud that my humble blog has had more than 3 million unique visitors over its lifetime.

Recently, it has been getting 25,000 to 50,000 readers per day.

Wheelchair Accessibility consulting in Madrid Spain

My posts would fill the equivalent of 12 full nonfiction books.

I have successfully transitioned from an expert writer on planning…to an acclaimed planner focused on Universal Design, Inclusive Mobility and Aging in Place.

Universal Design Work in Madrid Spain

I still write.

I published independent journalism.

And I work as a marketer for a select few planning, architecture and transportation engineering firms that believe in Design for All and creating a better built environment for all ages, incomes and abilities.

Universal Design Work in Segovia Spain

The urban designer part of me has delivered keynote addresses at global gatherings of planners, engineers, architects and others who work on quality of life at a community and regional level.

I have also teamed with some of the best urban design and mobility firms to work as a subconsultant on Universal Design plus wheelchair access.

Inclusive Mobility consulting in Toledo Spain

I hope to soon announce a major collaboration with one of the best downtown development authorities in the nation.

Stay tuned.

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HOTEL CARLOS V TOLEDO SPAIN = FULL SERVICE HOTEL

IN PERFECT LOCATION AT AN STUNNINGLY GREAT VALUE

Hotel Carlos V is the longest operating full service hotel in historic Toledo.

Some trivia?

Its guests have included actors and actresses of the stature of:  Catherine Deneuve, John Wayne, Rock Hudson, Rita Hayworth, Fernando Fernán Gómez, Emma Cohen, Arturo Fernández and Johnny Depp.

 

 

HOTEL CARLOS V TOLEDO SPAIN = FULL SERVICE HOTEL

IN PERFECT LOCATION AT AN STUNNINGLY GREAT VALUE

Toledo has so much going for it, I very highly recommend making it an overnight 2-day visit, rather than a day trip from Madrid.

The only downside of my Hotel Carlos V stay was the famous rooftop lounge, sporting the best vistas in all of the old city’s upper town, was closed for renovations. 

I knew this at the time of booking and staff said the room rate was discounted accordingly.

Still, knowing Carlos V’s perfect location and Toledo’s low rise buildings, it would have been wonderful to have a morning coffee or evening cocktail from the Azotea.

HOTEL CARLOS V TOLEDO SPAIN = FULL SERVICE HOTEL

IN PERFECT LOCATION AT AN STUNNINGLY GREAT VALUE

Spanish plazas can generate late night noise, but at Hotel Carlos V -- I heard zero street noises.

I was not happy that my economy room was located right in front of the pair of elevators -- but Carlos V must draw a high caliber client, because I heard none of the loud talking often associated with tipsy tourists stepping out of an elevator.

This is not a little inn or apartment that you never get service from after getting the key.

This is a truly full service hotel.

HOTEL CARLOS V TOLEDO SPAIN = FULL SERVICE HOTEL

IN PERFECT LOCATION AT AN STUNNINGLY GREAT VALUE

Hotel Carlos V Toledo’s breakfast was never ending. All kinds of hot foods, gourmet pastries, fruits, coffee, beverages -- all for 14 euros.

I went in May, an ideal time for central Spain, and the price was well below 100 euros for the room plus taxes.

My room was small, but very well appointed, spotlessly clean and with a comfortable bed and warm shower.

HOTEL CARLOS V TOLEDO SPAIN = FULL SERVICE HOTEL

IN PERFECT LOCATION AT AN STUNNINGLY GREAT VALUE

Hotel Carlos V Toledo’s location is in the heart of everything. 

Footsteps from the bus the circulates between the Renfe train station and the core of the ancient city.

The hotel is next to the Alcazar and very close to the main town square.

The cathedral and all historic sites in the upper town are a 15 minute, maybe 20 minute at the most walk from Carlos V.

HOTEL CARLOS V TOLEDO SPAIN = FULL SERVICE HOTEL

IN PERFECT LOCATION AT AN STUNNINGLY GREAT VALUE

I can't imagine staying at a property other than The Hotel Carlos V in Toledo.

It is a full service property with history and renovated rooms.

The staff is top notch -- one young front desk person went on a hunt through housekeeping with me to find a pillow more to my liking.