Eileen Barish

Want to visit Spain for 20 Euros a night?

Spain is a bargain, especially if you choose to stay at any number of monasteries, convents and casas that offer hospitality to all, regardless of religious affiliation. These are working monasteries and convents in metropolitan cities and walled towns, whitewashed villages and quaint fishing ports. These monasteries that have withstood the conflicts of the ages and continue to offer hospitality at... (posted by Eileen 4 years 330 days ago.)

Visit Italy’s Unspoiled Umbria… For About $35 a Night

Unlike Tuscany to the west, beautiful, dramatic Umbria offers a slower pace to life, a sense of community and a more authentic Italian experience. Rich in history, art and food, the region is also home to scores of monasteries that offer hospitality to all, regardless of religious beliefs. For centuries, Italians have known about these incredible yet inexpensive alternatives to high-priced... (posted by Eileen 4 years 330 days ago.)

Beat the Euro – Stay In Beautiful French Monasteries For Only $40 a Night

Do as the French and Europeans have been doing for centuries. Stay at a monastery, convent or maison in many of the charming towns and cities of France and pay a fraction of what it would cost you in any hotel. And enjoy the inviting atmosphere of a house devoted to making people feel welcome. Most include breakfast in the nightly charge.... (posted by Eileen 4 years 331 days ago.)