Awesome Luxury Auction Deals That Go Cheap and a 4 Night Paris Hotel Stay Giveaway!

by Gary Leff

Luxury Travel Diary, a high-end travel blog with great reviews based in the UK, has a bunch of travel auctions — some about to close, others extend into October — and there look to be some real bargains. Many of these are great auctions, without enough bidders, so the items go for way less than they should.

They wanted to highlight some of these, and offered to help organize a giveaway of a 4 night hotel stay in Paris for readers of this blog. Details on how to comment on this post to win below.

Since Hyatt Gold Passport elite benefits generally are provided even on stays that do not earn elite credit, I love that there are auctions ending at Hyatt properties in Palm Springs, Goa, Shanghai, Istanbul, Buenos Aires, Kuala Lumpur, Abu Dhabi, Beijing, Singapore and Jakarta.

Not to mention all the great non-chain properties. For instance, as of this writing 4 nights in the Maldives are going for less than US$650. 5 nights in the Cook Islands — ending in mere days — are going for under $200 (checked yesterday). 3 nights on Maui with auction ending Saturday is pricing at $130 as I type.

Check them out…

The giveaway:

Prize: 4 nights in Paris at Hotel Eugene en Ville in a superior room with private terrace including buffet breakfast. The winner can redeem subject to availability between November 1, 2015 and March 31, 2016 (excluding December 31, January 19-24, February 14).


Hotel Eugene

While I haven’t stayed there I certainly would, it appears that three quarters of guests rate the property as very good or excellent on TripAdvisor and it would mean getting away from the chains and indulging in a more boutique contemporary experience for the City of Light. (That said my next stay in Paris will be at a chain because.. points.)

To enter: leave a comment on this post with your favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary, or why you would choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels in Paris. You may enter two times if you wish and answer those two questions one time each in separate comments.

Contest deadline and drawing winner: Entries close Friday, October 30 at Noon eastern. I will draw winner with the assistance of random.org.

The fine print: For avoidance of doubt I have no affiliation with either Luxury Travel Diary or Hotel Eugene en Ville. I will put the winner in touch with the prize provier for booking. They are solely responsible for providing prize to winner. All decisions made in the course of running this giveaway are final and unappealable and your entry signifies your acceptance of these terms. The goal here is to make readers aware of a pretty cool auction opportunity, and to give away a stay in Paris. So please don’t make it hard on me for doing so!

About Gary Leff

Gary Leff is one of the foremost experts in the field of miles, points, and frequent business travel - a topic he has covered since 2002. Co-founder of frequent flyer community InsideFlyer.com, emcee of the Freddie Awards, and named one of the "World's Top Travel Experts" by Conde' Nast Traveler (2010-Present) Gary has been a guest on most major news media, profiled in several top print publications, and published broadly on the topic of consumer loyalty. More About Gary »

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Comments

  2. 3 NIGHTS AT BELLMERE ON RICHARDS, QUEENSLAND AUSTRALIA sounds like a wonderful auction item !

  3. The Hotel Eugene en Ville is in the center of Paris near the Opera Garnier! The location is a prime reason to pick this hotel over others in Paris. It would be lovely to stay there. The hotel looks spectacular and who wouldn’t want to stay in Paris at such a beautiful hotel for 4 nights?!

  4. I would consider a stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels as the concept and decorations of this hotel looks very chic and more unique than other hotels,

  5. I would pick the Diamonds Mequfi Beach in Pemba, Mozambique. It looks like an amazing property at a destination I’ve always wanted to go!

  6. I’ve never been to the Maldives. This would be a terrific opportunity to correct that error.

  7. I’d choose to stay at The Hotel Eugene en Ville because of its opulent style and great location!

  8. I’d pick the Hotel Eugene en Ville because I’m tired of all the cookie-cutter chains in Paris. This hotel looks so stylish and chic!

  9. I’d choose the 5 night auction for the Cook Islands. I grew up hearing about faraway places like this and they just seem like magic to me!

  11. The last time I stayed in Paris (earlier this year) I was in a Starwood hotel (chain), didn’t get upgraded (was with my girlfriend – I always get upgraded when I’m alone – go figure), and it was a pitiful closet of a room. If I am selected, I will make her very happy to come back to Paris with me.

  13. I would the stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville in Paris. I have been looking for hours for a place to stay when we go in January. The dates work for me!!!!

  14. Another reason I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville in Paris? I need to save as much money I can for all the crepes I am going to eat. I keep looking at the chains for points, but price wise, I can’t stop looking at AirBNB. Anyone have any experience? We are a family of four and are going in January.

  15. The Hotel Eugene en Ville looks very unique boutique. We are going to Paris the first week of March…I would love to bring my husband here for his birthday. Thanks.

  16. The Hotel Eugene en Ville looks like a great hotel to try in Paris. Sometimes you just have to try a non-chain.

  18. I’d love to go to Makunudu Island in the Maldives. My wife and I never had a chance to do our honeymoon but this would more than make up for that.

  19. Hotel Eugene en Ville looks like a very chic way to experience Paris, a city I’ve always wanted to visit!

  20. The 7 nights of skiing in Sondrio Italy looks amazing, would love to win that in the auction!

  21. My wife and I are planing a trip to Paris next year. The Hotel Eugene en Ville could be a great place to stay.

  22. I would love to stay at the Park Hyatt Buenos Aires. Somehow I still haven’t been to mainland South America and heard great things about Buenos Aires.

  23. I would like to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville to experience a boutique hotel in a large city such as Paris. While chain hotels are great, I also really enjoy branching out and getting away from some of the cookie-cutter hotels. The hotel looks to be located in a great area and looks to be decorated very nicely.

  28. My first choice would be 5 nights at Hotel Tres Palma De Mallorca, we were just in Palma last month and loved the city and wineries. Didn’t have time to visit the olive oil industry, or shops. We would love to get back there again.

  29. I would love to win the 2 hour stay at the Minute Suites. That will be enough time for a quick nap and recharge.

  34. My favorite item on Luxury Travel Diary auction is a 2 night stay at the Park Hyatt Istanbul. The city is on my bucket list and love Park Hyatt.

  35. Since I plan on visiting Turkey soon, my fave is 2 nights at the Park Hyatt Istanbul.
    I can visit Paris on the same trip if I win!

  36. The Hotel Eugene en Ville is in a terrific location and the property’s amenities look great. Looks like a beautiful hotel.

  37. My fave is 5 NIGHTS AT AFITIS BOUTIQUE HOTEL IN CHALKIDIKI, GREECE
    I’d love to make it there.

  39. I’d like to try a non chain hotel in Paris and the location is great at the Hotel Eugene en Ville

  44. My favorite item up for auction is the “3 Nights In A Luxury Villa In Aix En Provence, France”. Who wouldn’t want all 6 bedrooms?! That would be an awesome holiday with all of my closest friends.

  45. I would choose Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels as it looks like a charming and intimate hotel. I much prefer boutique hotels over the large cookie cutter chains. And, the location of Hotel Eugene en Ville looks perfect.

  50. The Hotel Eugene en Ville looks like my pick for a future stay in Paris. Modern, well appointed and in a great location, it looks hard to beat.

  54. I would choose the Hotel Eugene en Ville simply for something different and a more unique experience.

  56. I would love to win the auction for the 4 Nights @ Makunudu Island in Maldives…. Seems like an awesome getaway…..

  57. I already have a trip coming up to Paris in mid-February – and would love to try out the Hotel Eugene en Ville – It will make our already great trip to Paris awesome….

  58. I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because it would be my first trip to Paris so any hotel is good.

  61. I would bid for the Maui property. Apart from the Sheraton Maui where Black Rock is, the Kihei area comes a close second in my opinion where the swimming is.

  62. Note that bookings are “subject to availability”. Not much recourse if the auction site claims no availability on the dates you want to stay.

  63. Grand Hyatt Singapore looks good at £201.00 – but I wish they had longer stays at the Hyatt properties

  65. Hotel Eugene en Ville has a great location – especially with the easy access to four subway lines

  66. My fav auction now is AFITIS BOUTIQUE HOTEL IN CHALKIDIKI, GREECE because for the current bid it’s a great bargain to spend 5 nights there.

  68. We visit Paris often and have never heard of the Hotel Eugene en Ville. I just did some research and location looks great. I will be there in February anyway – this would make my trip awesome!

  69. I would love to win the 4 NIGHTS AT MAKUNUDU ISLAND, MALDIVES as we are planning a trip there next year.

  77. I would love to take my long-distance girlfriend to the Hotel Eugene en Ville. She lives in London, I live in Kansas City. I’m going to visit her over Christmas, New Years and her birthday — all happening within ten days time. We have been talking about going somewhere special. Eugene en Ville looks like a romantic getaway, close to the Opera and located within the young and vibrant 9th Arrondissement. I would choose the Hotel Eugene en Ville because it’s less touristy and more local. Staying there would be a wonderful surprise.

  78. I would love to go back to the Maldives if I could win the 4 NIGHTS AT MAKUNUDU ISLAND, MALDIVES.

  80. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels in Paris because it looks like a “hip” hotel.

  86. I was looking at the Cook Island eco reservation until I researched the laws of the Cook Islands regarding homosexuality. Up to 7 years in prison for gay male sex. I am not sure if this is enforced, but people should be aware of the laws regarding GLBT travel in places they are thinking about going.

  87. I’d stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because I really enjoy the look of the decor and style of the hotel, at least from their website.

  89. Gotta love 4 Nights in a Luxury Apartment in North Yorkshire. For starters, we can finally figure out what a luxury apartment in North Yorkshire is.

  91. 3 Nights At Waipuna Estate, Christchurch, New Zealand has a great view, would recommend to anyone!

  92. Ooh, this definitely has my eye: 5 NIGHTS HOTEL TRES, PALMA DE MALLORCA, SPAIN. Always wanted to visit that part of Spain!

  93. As for l’Hotel Eugene en Ville — can’t beat that proximity to the Opera House. They do ballet there actually, you know.

  96. I would choose the Hotel Eugene en Ville simply Because it’s Paris!!!! …and the location is perfect n the ratings are great!

  97. I’d live to win a free stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville simply for something wonderful to look forward to in 2016!

  103. My favorite item up for auction is the stay at the Maldives as it’s somewhere I’ve really wanted to visit for a while now.

  106. 3 Nights In A Luxury Villa In Aix En Provence, France would be amazing! Visited the South of France last year but a ridiculous bus escapade kept me from visiting Aix.

  107. My favorite auction hands down is the stay for two nights in Basel, Switzerland. I just booked a rivercruise from Basel and this would be a great way to kick off the trip!

  109. I would pick the Hotel Eugene en Ville because of its great trip reviews and that absolutely fantastic balcony!

  111. I’ve been looking into a trip to Paris, so my choice would definitely be the stay at Hotel Eugene!

  116. My wife and I met in Spain while studying abroad, I’d love to go to Mallorca as a getaway with her during her spring break (she is a teacher).

    Definitely looks like a fun place and good deal.

  117. Cape town is on our bucket list and we love vineyards so I think the Best of the Boutiques Wine Tour would be a great deal!

  118. My favorite hotel research website (oyster.com) gives Hotel Eugene a 4 star review, so it must be good

  119. I would love to stay 5 NIGHTS AT KA’ANA & ITZ’ANA RESORTS, BELIZE. We can use our Southwest points to get there and since we live in Florida it would be an easy get away for us AND Belize is a place we have always wanted to go and haven’t been there yet! Thank you for providing this opportunity and telling us about this website.

  120. Eugene en Ville looks terrific- I’d love to spend some time up on that deck admiring the view of Paris!

  121. i’ve stayed in Paris before and Hotel Eugene looks like its in a great location, which is key when you are in paris, half the fun is walking around and finding places by chance.

  122. The Hotel Eugene is right in Montmartre – one of my favorite areas of Paris. This makes the hotel a perfect place to stay and the decor most definitely attracts me.

  123. We would be honored to win 4 nights in Paris at the Hotel Eugene en Ville. Staying four nights in a superior room with private terrace sounds magical. Throw in a buffet breakfast and it becomes a bigger win. We would want to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because the photos and reviews make it seem like a can’t miss property to stay in during a visit to Paris. Thank you for providing us with a chance to experience this and for telling us about this website and their auctions.

  126. My favorite item up for auction is the 3 night stay at the 5-Star Grand Hyatt Doha in Qatar. I’ve had the opportunity to visit Dubai and experience the mix of Islamic and western culture. I am curious to compare Doha and Dubai.

  127. I would pick the Hotel Eugene en Ville in Paris because it offers a quiet romantic setting in the middle of a bustling big city. Action during the day and romance at night.

  128. On a quick glance at the offerings, I would pick 5 nights Hotel Tres, Palma de Mallorca, Spain as my favorite because Mallorca, Spain is a destination we have not visited in one of our two top countries to visit — Spain.

    The Hotel Eugene en Ville appears to be a great choice for a hotel in Paris. It is well located for walking or taking the metro to explore the city and a room with a balcony is something I always look for, regardless of the season of the year.

  129. I would choose to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville for two reasons. First, they have a modern and contemporary ambiance mixed with the old world charm of Paris. Second, they have a lazy English (not French!) Bulldog as a main feature on their website!

  130. The Hotel Eugene en Ville appears to be a great choice for a hotel in Paris. It is well located for walking or taking the metro to explore the city and a room with a balcony is something I always look for, regardless of the season of the year.

  132. I would definitely stay at the Hotel Eugene. The room looks really cool, it’s close to the metro, and who doesn’t like a free buffet breakfast? 😛

  134. I’d love to stay at the Palma de Mallorca when my new wife and I are in Spain for our honeymoon!

  136. I like the auction concept for luxury travel. I would love a stay in the Hotel Eugene en Ville because of the great location and unique rooms. I also wouldn’t turn my nose up at the luxury villa in Aix en Provence, France listed on Luxury Travel Diary.

  137. A getaway in Paris would be heavenly and it’s a price you can’t beat. And a Half Day walking tour would be a nice to bid on for winning the stay.

  139. I’d choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels in Paris because of the location is close to where I want to visit in my next trip to the City of Lights!

  140. My favorite auction item is the 4 night yacht charter with Kalimba Caribbean Tours. Sounds absolutely wonderful!

  141. 4 NIGHTS AT MAKUNUDU ISLAND, MALDIVES would be my pick, despite the political drama of late.

  142. Hotel Eugene en ville looks amazing and would be fantastic for an upcoming stay in Paris. The location is great and the decor is one of a kind.

  143. The Trip Advisor reviews convinced me this would be exactly the kind of place we would enjoy. The nearby metro access is a bonus for exploring and a balcony is so great after a long day of sightseeing. Time to brush up on my French – C’est si bon!

  146. Hotel Eugene en Ville – will be in Paris from December 22 – 27 and would love to experience luxurious accommodation at Hotel Eugene en Ville while there.

  149. I’d love to stay at the Palma de Mallorca when my new wife and I are in Spain for our honeymoon!

  153. The 3 nights in a luxury villa in Aix en Provence, France would be so wonderful on my upcoming trip to France. Thank you so much.

  155. My favorite auction item is the 3 nights as Nona Lani Cottages in Hawaii. That sounds fantastic right now as I sit in my office.

  156. The Hotel Eugene en Ville looks lovely and romantic. It would be perfect for our upcoming trip to Paris.

  157. I’d choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because of the design. It looks fantastic and I appreciate good design. The location is great too!

  158. I love “interesting” hotels as long as they don’t sacrifice substance for style. And this one looks like it succeeds on that level very well. I would totally stay here!

  162. I would love to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because of its location–in the “Golden Triangle”. So ideal….

  163. the Hotel Eugene en Ville looks like it has plenty of character–perfect for a city like paris!

  165. I would love to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville as it’s location is central and it as that Paris romantic charm.

  166. I would like to go to Nona Lani Cottages, Kihei, Hi. I try to go to Hawaii, mostly Kauai and Maui once a year. Hawaii is still my favorite place to visit and I get around the world. Thanks for the contest.

  167. Always looking for something a bit different, I mean how may times can you stay at the same Park Hyatt 🙂 Look like Hotel Eugene en Ville might just hit the spot

  170. I love Paris….cant help it, I just do. I have always been well treated in France or Guadeloupe and the food is….you know. The Hotel Eugene en Ville seems to be well located, well furnished and just right. Hope I win this one. Great blog, always helpful and informative.

  175. My wife and I would love to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville in Paris. It seems like it would be a very unique hotel experience in an ideal location.

  184. I’m taking my sister to France to put her art history degree to use. Four nights at the hotel Eugene enVille looks like the perfect place to start.

  188. My favorite item up for auction is 2 nights at Lotte Hotel in Moscow because I was born in Moscow and haven’t been there for 10 years

  189. I’m 19 years old and I have never been overseas yet. Paris and Hotel Eugene enVille seem to be s great place to start my travel.

  192. Auction: 2 nights at Grand Hyatt in Abu Dhabi. They have some interesting architecture I would like to see.

  196. I would love the chance to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville as a chance to get to know Paris – looks divine!

  197. Yes! Hotel Eugene has black walls in the bedroom. I want to stay there to practice shadow puppets.

  199. And if I couldn’t stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville, I’d love to try the Pullman Paris Montparnasse Hotel! Thinking of trying to put a trip together to celebrate my husband’s retirement and we haven’t been to Paris yet!

  201. I’d love to stay at the Eugene en Ville because it’s in a good neighborhood close to the Opera and the rooms look great!

  202. I have always wanted to take my Wife to Paris but although we only live in London we still have not got around to it. The Eugene en Ville looks like a perfect place for that romantic getaway.

  204. I’ve always wanted to go to Paris, and staying at The Eugene en Ville would be the perfect base for exploring the city! 🙂

  205. 4 NIGHTS AT MAKUNUDU ISLAND, MALDIVES. Would love to visit Paris as it is has been on my bucket list.

  206. 5 nights at Ka’ana & Itz’ana Resorts, Belize Never have been there but it looks very relaxing and warm!

  207. 7 Night In A Villa On The Greek Island Of Spetses because I really enjoyed my last trip to Greece.

  208. I would love to visit LE CHALET DU RENNE MEGÈVE. The Chateau is gorgeous and I’ve always wanted to ski this part of France.

  209. I’ve never been to Paris and would love the experience of staying at the Hotel Eugene en Ville.

  210. Favorite item up for auction? Hmm… so many amazing options! DIAMONDS MEQUFI BEACH in MOZAMBIQUE would be a perfect post-safari mini-vacation.

  214. Favorite item up for auction is ARCOTEL Onyx in Hamburg, Germany! It gets fantastic reviews and includes breakfast and access to spa facilities.

  215. I love the 7 nights stay for 8 guests at villa Russelia near rhodes . My group of friends have been thinking of a mediteranian vacation and this would be perfect!

  216. I’m planning for a trip to Krabi early 2016. It is exciting to see there’s a bidding deal for 3 Nights At Crown Lanta Resort! The resort looks pretty, this shall be my favourite auction 🙂

  217. I’d love to visit Paris one day and this might be one of the excuse to motivate for planning of a trip to Paris, the legendary city of love and romance~ Hotel Eugene en Ville is an excellent hotel with elegant layout and centrally situated. Would definitely love to stay!

  218. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene de Ville because the rooms look far more spacious and luxurious than the other places I have visited.

  219. I think it is safe to say that Hôtel Eugène en Ville is a boutique hotel in Paris that will properly allow one to use the toilet without nearly falling into the shower! Not to mention that it is near metro stations, which is almost as good.

  220. I would choose to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because the rooms look spacious and comfortable, great for a home base while exploring Paris!

  221. The location of the Hotel Eugene en Ville is perfect, between Sacre Coeur and th Louvre both of which I hope to visit!

  224. I’d stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels in Paris because of that spectacular private terrace!

  226. Would choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville in Paris to enjoy a coffee and croissant on a private terrace!

  227. I’d go for the 7 Nights At Fire Dragon Hideaway, Sri Lanka – love Sri Lankan food and always wanted to visit!

  228. Hotel Eugene en Ville is nice due to the location in the 9th as well as the private terrace and breakfast!

  230. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene as a chance to try something new – I go to Paris about once a year, always with chains, and would love another side of the city.

  231. As for best item… probably the NZ + Australia retreats… sadly a bit far for a visit even if won!

  236. I think it would be fun to go “Glamping at the Wigwam” just because it would be fun to say that. I think the hotel in Paris looks really nice.

  237. Never heard of this website before but it looks intriguing. The best one of the auctions to me is 5 NIGHTS HOTEL TRES, PALMA DE MALLORCA, SPAIN

  238. For my second allowed entry I would say ….The location of the Hotel Eugene en Ville looks good to us as we were in Paris last year in a different area and this hotel has a better locale and appeal

  239. My gf wants a pair of boots and they have some women’s items, including boots up for auction. All kinds of interesting stuff there. The paris boutique hotel would make a nice gift.

    -David

  240. My husband, our two boys and I are finally going to Paris for the first time. It has been my dream vacation city for years, but due to our annual summer trip to Asia to see family we never got around to see Europe. This coming summer we are going to fly on United to Asia and have a free stop over in Paris for 10 days. I don’t know why for years I never thought of doing that since it’s a FREE stop over!!! So the 3 nights at hotel Eugene would certainly be a great help to our trip.

  243. Love 2 Nights At The Hyatt Andaz Xintiandi, Shanghai, China since right in the nightlife area of Shanghai.

  244. I would choose the luxury Villa In Aix En Provence, France and would take my parents there. They have done so much for me and now that they are retired I would love to show them what it means to enjoy the provincial life. Paris is the most romantic city in the world, my husband and I woke up early in the morning to watch the sunrise over the eiffel tower from the trocadero. staying at the chic hotel eugene de ville would be c’est magnifique!

  247. I’ve always wanted to go to Turkey so I like 2 NIGHTS AT THE PARK HYATT ISTANBUL, TURKEY

  248. “Why you would choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville? Because of its location, location, location!

  250. Best Of The Boutiques Wine Tour, Cape Town, South Africa for me – love Cape Town but love wine more!

  251. I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because it offers very stylish accomodation in a great location in Paris!

  252. I would like to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because it seems to offer a great travel deal and good location.

  253. Very generous of you to give this away. I would love such nice location to stay at in Paris.

  254. favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary, 4 nights at Makunudu Island, Maldives looks good.

  255. 7 nights for 8 guests at Villa Russelia in Rhodes, Greece would be great. We have already booked flights to Greece for next April.

  256. I’d like to stay at the Hôtel Eugène en Ville because of it’s location. I’ve only been to Paris once and did not get to spend enough time in this area.

  259. I’d choose the location on Paris as I live to visit cozier neighborhoods when visiting Europe

  262. I’d love to win the Hotel Eugene en Ville because we love staying at smaller, more intimate properties in Europe. Thanks!

  275. Would love to try out any of the Park Hyatts, just as a comparison. But will take the Paris Hotel Eugene en Ville anytime since it’s free (except for the flights/logistics).

  276. The Hotel Eugene En Ville’s location in the 9th arrondissement is fabulous and I love the dark glam decor!

  277. 7 Nights In A Villa On The Greek Island Of Spetses would be an amazing way to spend my 40th birthday!

  278. Hotel Eugene En Ville’s terrace is the feature that really stands out and makes me want to stay there!

  281. My favorite item is the 2 nights at Martinhal Sagres, Algarve, Portugal… I would love to go cycling there!

  282. I love the Hotel Eugene En Ville’s convenient location….. the 9th arrondissement in Paris!

  284. I would like to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because of its location and amenities. Would be a great stay.

  285. I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because it’s convenient but still fabulous!

  288. My wife would love a trip to paris, or the Villa In Aix En Provence. I wonder if she’d take me.

  289. I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because it seems like a great alternative to the hotel chains. Nice personal touches on design and great location!

  290. The 7 nights for 8 guests at Villa Russelia in Rhodes, Greece is my favorite auction item. Party time!

  292. I’d stay there because it’s exactly how my girlfriend pictures Paris. She’s never been.

  293. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene because it looks so classy, and not boring and corporate like some of the bigger chains

  294. I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because this room has a private terrace and a picture of it would make so many of my friends jealous 🙂

  295. I would choose to stay at Hôtel Eugène en Ville for the experience of an attractive boutique hotel in Paris.

  296. My favorite items up for auction are their bikinis because my wife would look amazing in them.

  297. favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary, 4 nights at Makunudu Island, Maldives looks good.

  298. favorite item is 5 Nights At Afitis Boutique Hotel In Chalkidiki, Greece. Just because always wanted to go to Greece.

  299. I would stay at Hôtel Eugène because I like boutique hotels and it seems to have great reviews. Always up for Paris!

  300. My favorite auction item would be the Makunudu Islands of the Maldives. On the bucket list.

  301. I would bid on 5 nights at teh Arcotel Onyx in Hamburg. Never been and that hotel looks picturesque.

  302. Favorite: 5 nights at Afitis Boutique Hotel in Chalkidiki, Greece, since Greece is on the list.

  308. Is it bad that I want to stay there for Eugenes Cantine? ! My wife would love the artfully decorated walls in the room to boot!

  309. Definitely 7 Nights For 8 Guests At Villa Russelia In Rhodes, Greece. A week in Greece with my best friends–phenomenal.

  312. 7 Nights For 8 Guests At Villa Russelia In Rhodes, Greece because we are in the middle of planning a Greece vacation

  313. For the auction, the 5 NIGHTS AT THE MAYAN ISLANDS RESORT IN BELIZE looks the most interesting

  316. Location location location! I’d love to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because of its absolutely great location in the 9th arrondissement of Paris!

  318. I have a trip to Paris planned next summer and would love to check out the Hotel Eugene en Ville.

  323. The 9th arrondissement is my favorite neighborhood in all of Paris! Plus those hotel rooms are swanky!

  328. I would love to win the 2 Nights In A Park Suite At Park Hyatt Buenos Aires. We are heading down to Florianopolis, Brazil in a month and can easily use Delta miles for a direct flight to EZE. I think the Park Hyatt Beunos Aires looks just amazing with the views, decor and history. We have had friends who stayed there before and loved it. Would love to experience such a wonderful property.

  329. The Maldives auction is my personal fav. Nights there usually go for $1k+ How is it not a good deal!

  330. I would love to stay in the Hotel Eugene en Ville to spend some nice days in Paris, the city of love, with my girlfriend while at the same time enjoying all the great gains! 🙂

  332. Definitely eyeing the 3 night in Krabi, Thailand… Perhaps that can be my next holiday destination!

  333. 3 Nights At Hope Town Lodge, Bahamas, because it’s close and yet a world away from the United States.

  334. Hotel Eugene en Ville is a better choice than other hotels in Paris due its surroundings and high quality service.

  335. My son who’s 19mo would love to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville. The wall decal looks amazing and he would have a blast tracing the boarders with his little fingers!

  336. I’m staying at the Hotel Eugene because I’ll get more of the flavor of the locals by staying at a local hotel. Can’t beat it.

  338. Oh and the “2 NIGHTS AT SUMMERFIELDS ROSE RETREAT, SOUTH AFRICA” location auction is simply awesome!!!

  339. My husband and I did a mini road trip in Italy 2 years ago and we plan on doing another next summer. We would love to drive around south of france and experience the food and culture. 6 LUXURY NIGHTS AT BENVENGUDO NR AVIGNON, SOUTH OF FRANCE would be an awesome auction to make it happen.

  340. As others have mentioned, the private terrace looks sweet! Also, the relatively central location is nice.

  342. I absolutely love the Park Hyatt in Buenos Aires. My wife and I stayed last January for a couple of nights and really enjoyed it. I’m watching the auction of 2 nights in a Park Suite!!

  343. Hôtel Eugène en Ville reminds me of Night Hotel in NYC. But in a way better location! Love the black and white mix!

  344. Probably the Cook Islands. Its the only place on earth my wife would visit if she didn’t have to cook

  349. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene because boutique hotels give you a local flavor and the location really can’t be beat!

  350. I’d stay at the hotel because of it’s location in the 9th Arrondissement, which is close to many bars.

  353. I would definitely bid on the 4 nights in the Maldives- for that price you simply can’t beat it. Amazing!

  354. 3 Nights At Bellmere On Richards, Queensland Australia, well because they have pictures of kangaroos, and I freakng love kangaroos! It would be sweet to win that!

  356. The Hotel Eugene en Ville is in a great location and seems to have some real style to it. I would love to stay there.

  358. I’d choose the Hotel Eugene because of its design. Their black and white modern look is almost identical to how we’ve designed our home. It would be nice to have that cozy feeling while staying in such a romantic city!

  361. Well, I’d certainly stay in the hotel if it’s free! That sounds like a great reason to me.

  362. We’re already going to Paris in December, and being able to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville would certainly be a wonderful Christmas present 🙂

    Location seems excellent and those terraces are gorgeous.

  363. I would love to stay in Hôtel Eugène en Ville — looks pretty hip to me and very local! Other than that, would like to try Park Hyatty Vendome but I think you weren’t impressed with it?

    Thanks!
    Andrew

  365. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville for:

    Excellent location
    Stylish and chic
    Onsite canteen

  369. The Hôtel Eugène en Ville is in a fantastic location and it is a boutique hotel. What more can I ask for!

  375. I’d love to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because I will otherwise have to stay at a shady Choice on the outskirts of town on my upcoming trip that I was tipped off to by this site (~$440 business to LHR; added on avios flights to Paris).

  386. At the moment my favorite item on Luxury Travel Diary is “7 Nights In A Villa On The Greek Island Of Spetses”.

  387. The 3 Nights At Hope Town Lodge, Bahamas up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary looks really fun and would be my favorite item up for auction right now.

  389. The rooms at Hotel Eugene en Ville look really modern, and I love the bedding. This would make me choose this hotel over others in Paris.

  390. I do have one comment for this site….. the design is gorgeous, and as a power user of travel sites, I suggest:

    – user tests for your search function.
    – considering a more robust search functionality to make properties easily searchable for more specific or multiple parameters (type of property, location by country or city, etc.)

    Example: I’d love to search for a specific country and see all the properties in that country. I search “France” but the search function seems limited to the wording in the title. In this case, when searching “France”, if the title says only Paris, I would not see this property.

  391. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because it is nice to stay in a local boutique hotel rather than a chain hotel, and because of its great location.

  392. I would choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because I am going to Paris and I need a place to stay! XD

  394. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because i love the location. The 9th is a great base to explore Paris.

  395. The Hotel Eugene en Ville would be an awesome hotel in Paris because it seems like a very personal botique hotel that could give great recommendations to make a visit to Paris even more special

  396. I would choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville also because I have a feeling I will get randomly chosen for the stay there, its a Win Win situation!

  398. I’d stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because the location (9th Arrondissement) holds special memories for me. This is where I stayed on the first stop of my very first trip abroad as an adult – 14 years ago, with a Youth EurailPass, erasable pen, and a borrowed backpack. I’d love to return!

  401. For the Luxury Travel Diary auction, my favorite auction so far is the Summerfields Rose Retreat in South Africa.

  404. I would choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because I doubt that there could be a nicer hotel anywhere else in Paris.

  405. The 9th arrondissement is a perfect location—in the heart of the city but not in the most touristy part. Sounds amazing!

  406. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville in Paris for a more local experience and the private terrace looks like a great place to have a glass of wine.

  407. The Yorkshire destination also looks great, although the winter might not be the absolute best time to visit. :}

  408. My favorite auction item is the Caribbean Yacht Charter. Incredible clear blue water and exposure to the interesting history and melting pot of culture around the Lesser Antilles.

  410. I would choose the Hotel Eugene en Ville because I have not had the chance to explore Paris-only passed through.

  411. The best item for auction that I’ve seen is 7 nights at Fire Dragon Hideaway in Sri Lanka. I’ve been there and it’s definitely a great place to visit.

  412. We would love to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because it is perfectly located for everything we like to do in Paris.

  413. Too easy……3 Nights in a the Grand Hyatt in Doha……

    Hmmm….I wonder if I could get this stay to count towards status….?

  414. And…..7 nights in a villa in Mallorca……that’s perfect—and I’ve got plenty of vacation time.

  416. I would love to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because I think it might be the hippest place that I’ve ever stayed.

  418. I prefer this hotel Eugene en Villa because i’m going to europe this winter, it will be wonderful if I can stay in Paris for 4 days.

  423. I’d love the 4 nights to explore a new area. I usually stay on the Left Bank and would love to stay in a new area!

  424. I’ve always wanted to go to India and 1 Night At The Park Hyatt Goa Resort & Spa, India would be great!

  427. My favorite item for auction on Luxury Travel Diary is the 7 Nights Of Skiing At Hotel Moizi in Sondrio, Italy…..sounds INCREDIBLE!!

  428. I would love to win 4 free nights in Paris because it would be considerably better than spending the same 4 nights in Baltimore.

  429. I’d love to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville in Paris as I adore design hotels, and its location is parfait (perfect!)!!

  431. Fav item up for auction is the 5 Night African Bush Sense Near Pretoria, South Africa! Pick me!

  433. I’d stay at the Eugene en Ville in Paris because it’s in a fun fun location – love that part of town!

  436. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because it is what the prize is 🙂 Not to mention the place looks pretty awesome and very modern.

  437. Hotel Eugene en Ville is an interesting boutique hotel with good public transport links and within easy distance of some of the more interesting areas of Paris like Montmartre.

  439. Best Auction Item: 3 nights at Waipuna Estate, Christchurch, New Zealand… I have always wanted to go to New Zealand!

  441. The best auction from Luxury travel diary is the 3 nights package in a Luxury Villa in Aix En Provence, France!

  443. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is a 2 Night Stay At Langanes Luxury Villa In Iceland because I love anything that is in Iceland!

  444. I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville over others especially in the winter when point redemptions don’t make sense for many properties.

  445. In March, we’re staying at cool hotels in Paris on points and free nights. Hotel Eugene en Ville for free looks cool, too, adding a non-chain to the experience.

  446. I have only been to Paris once and it was several years ago. Staying at the Hotel Eugene en Ville looks like the perfect location. Quaint but sophisticated.

    Best auction would be Maui as I want to take my grandson there!

  449. I would love to stay at this hotel for an upcoming Paris visit I may be planning because the place looks quite unique and I tend to like the hotels outside major global chains. They have more character!

  453. I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville over other places, as I’m an artist and like independent hotels better than corporate ones.

  458. I had no idea that Minute Suites existed until I saw it on the Luxury Travel Diary website. So, I am thinking it is pretty cool.

  460. With the dark walls Hotel Eugene en Ville looks like it would provide a good night’s sleep. That’s what I’m looking for in a quality accommodation.

  461. I’m not normally a beach vacation person, but Makunudu Island in the Maldives looks amazing

  462. Would love to return to Italy someday and explore a different side of the country, so the 7-night skiing trip in Sondrio sounds amazing..

  465. I would love to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville just for the luxe decor and the private terrace!

  467. I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because the patio looks amazing, and my husband and I got engaged in Paris almost 13 years ago and haven’t been back since.

  470. I would bid on the ‘7 NIGHTS FOR 8 GUESTS AT VILLA RUSSELIA IN RHODES, GREECE.’ Not only does it seem like a great deal because it allows 8 people, its also in one of the most beautiful places in the world, in a unique villa as opposed to a hotel chain. I would love to share that with my whole family!

  472. Hotel Eugene en Ville looks like a great location and a nice hotel to stay at in Paris. And a change from the usual chain hotels.

  473. Who wouldn’t like 2 nights at the W Istanbul Hotel, Turkey? That’s where I’d head. Though I’m hoping for more than just 2 nights. 🙂

  478. I’d stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville over other locations in Paris for its sleek decor, excellent location, and great restaurant.

  480. Or How about 7 nights of skiing in Italy at Hotel Moizi? Only 25 pounds sterling!

    Of course the fine print says:
    Please note: your stay must be taken between the 2nd – 9th January 2016 only.

    So you only have a single choice of when to use it. Plus: Booking is subject to availability. Great thanks. Only a single week to use my week vacation and it may not even be available. I’m paying for what now?

    Basically a scam in my opinion.

  481. Gary,
    Is this offer a marketing drive to foster awareness of this particular property or is it for the hotel or more so to participate in a charitable cause?

  483. I would love to stay at the Benvengudo Luxury Hotel in Baux de Provence in the South of France. Of course, staying Hotel Eugene in Paris would be great as well.

  485. I’d love to stay at Waipuna Estate, Christchurch, New Zealand! Been dreaming about NZ for a while, and collecting points to go!

  486. I love the four nights in the Maldives.

    Hotel Eugene en Ville is absolutely gorgeous and would make any trip to Paris even more spectacular!

  488. The Hotel Eugene en Ville looks really accessible to public transportation; being walking distance from the Opera is a no-brainer for me!

  495. The Hotel Eugene en Ville is in a great location, private terrace a plus and not a chain hotel!

  496. I want to give a big reward to the guy who found my gold ring. What a Good Samaritan! Also to eat croissants and drink coffee on the Champs Elysees.

  499. 7 nights at the Fire Dragon Hideaway in Sri Lanka might just make me burn some miles to fly to Colombo.

  501. I’d stay there to try out a Monmarte location as opposed to my usual haunts near the city center.

  502. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because it is within walking distance of Gare du Nord, which will be my arrival and departure station on an upcoming trip to Belgium, France and the Netherlands. Oh, and did I mention, we plan to stay in Paris for exactly four (4) nights???

  503. I’d stay at hotel Eugene because I’ve never been to Paris and this looks like a great place to stay with my hubby for the first time!

  504. I’d stay at the Bellmere on Richards, Queensland property. Who wouldn’t want kangaroos roaming the grounds where they are staying?

  509. I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because it has great reviews on TripAdvisor. TripAdvisor has been very good to me with hotels, not so great with restaurants.

  512. A terrace in Paris? Not only does it rhyme, but it sounds like the quintessential way to view the city!

  519. Going to Paris for Thanksgiving, and would love to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville for great quality service!

  523. Staying at Hotel Eugene sounds like a perfect way to experience Paris. I love my Marriott points, but there’s something about the true French experience in hotels that is incomparable. Mm, croissants!

  526. I like the 3 Nights At Bellmere On Richards, Queensland Australia. I’ve never been to Australia but always wanted to go!

    aandj8804[at]gmail.com

  528. I’d like to stay at this hotel because it’s a boutique. Right now I’m planning on staying at chain hotels to get free nights in other ways when I travel there after Christmas.

    aandj8804[at]gmail.com

  530. Hotel Eugene has a unique style and looks like it has more open space than many other hotels in Paris.

  531. For the luxury travel diary auction site, I’m looking into bidding on the 1 day cheauffeured tour of Rome, since I”m heading there next April.

  532. We just traveled to Paris this summer & stayed in a hotel similar to the Eugene. It was great. We would love to stay there.

    (Our flawless trip was booked by BYA. Thanks)

  534. Hotel Eugene will be a great hotel to stay at when I visit Paris because of its central location and nice terrace!

  535. I’d have to say that the auction item that really interests me (because it is probably the only one I could reasonably get to) would be the 5 Nights At The Mayan Islands Resort In Belize. I think I may keep a close eye on this one. 😉

  538. I’d stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because boutique hotel experiences are often better than big brand experiences.

  539. I’d love to stay at the Eugene en Ville because it is a short distance from the Palais Garnier. Nice opera and a leisurely stroll to the hotel makes for a great evening.

  540. Spending 7 nights at Zoe Seaside Resort in Messinia, Greece would be make a trip of a lifetime.

  543. lools like a nice smaller, more personal hotel than some of the sterile chain hotels. I’m looking at you Novotel.

  548. I’d choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because it has character and not just any other hotel.

  549. Wow! Five nights in the Cook Islands at the Ikurangi retreat looks amazing. Always wanted to go there!

  550. I am planning a trip to Paris with my daughter. A stay at the Hotel Eugene sounds like a great way to experience Paris.

  551. Hotel Eugene looks to have that nice Paris boutique hotel feel. So much better than those larger properties everyone and their large white dog traveling in F has been to:-)

  556. I’d love to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because I love the 9th arrondissement neighborhood it’s in!

  557. I’d choose the 3 Nights In A Luxury Villa In Aix En Provence, France auction! Seems like a wonderful property at a steal of a price!

  563. My favorite item up for auction was “4 NIGHTS AT MAKUNUDU ISLAND, MALDIVES” – incredible value for the value offered! There are some really good finds on this site – I’ll bookmark it for the future travels.

  564. There are so many great options up for auction but I was drawn to the 4 Night Yacht Charter With Kalimba Caribbean Tours – a whole lot of fun I’m sure!

  567. The Hotel Eugene en Ville seems like a convenient place to stay with great access to the city!

  570. Boutique Hotels are almost always better than chains. The good ones just try harder to make your stay memorable. I’d stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville in a heartbeat.

  573. Love the South Pacific and haven’t been to Cook Islands yet, so this sounds like it could be fun:
    5 NIGHTS AT IKURANGI ECO RETREAT

  574. Let’s be honest, I normally wouldn’t stay at a Boutique hotel unless I could get it free or substantially cheaper. However, if I won, I believe that would qualify the stay at Hotel Eugene as free. I would love the opportunity to try somewhere new in Paris and the Hotel looks very nice.

  575. Greece is on my travel bucket list so I’m interested in the 7 NIGHTS IN A VILLA ON THE GREEK ISLAND OF SPETSES auction

  576. The charm of boutique hotels are what make a stay in Paris memorable. One gets a taste of how life is lived among the privileged who actually live in that great city. And I’d stay at Hotel Eugene En Ville ( if you say it fast, it sounds like Envy) i’ll have the boasting right when I come home to California.

  578. 7 nights at Fire Dragon Hideaway, Sri Lanka… I’ve never been to Sri Lanka and I could use one of the Dubai based carriers to get there in biz.

  581. I’d choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels in Paris because it’s walking distance to a very useful train station and walking distance to my favorite (urban) sitting area, along Rue Fenelon.

  588. Hotel Eugene en Ville looks fun as an alternative to the chain hotels I usually have stayed in around France.

  589. Haven’t stayed in the 9th in a while. I’m always up for revisiting Paris and for the Hotel Eugene en Ville!

  593. 4 nights in a luxury apartment in North Yorkshire would allow me to take the lump of coal Santa leaves me to Newcastle (not to mention it would be a convenient jumping off spot for Scotland and the distilleries!).

  594. I’m not an opera fan, but Hotel Eugene en Ville looks to be centrally located and close to a metro stop. I’d much rather stay someplace like this than a hudh chain property.

  595. I’d stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because it looks so chic, plus is so centrally located!

  596. What a great giveaway! Paris hotels are often quite expensive. The private terrace at Hotel Eugene looks amazing. What a great way to spend four nights.

  597. Hotel Eugene en ville has interesting black walls. The combination of the lights over the pillow with the walls looks like a smiling face. Cool!

  599. I’d stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because my girlfriend would literally love to stay there, and so would I.

    Thanks!!!

  600. I would love to stay at the 7 NIGHTS AT FIRE DRAGON HIDEAWAY, SRI LANKA for the food and relaxation.

  601. I’d like to stay at the Eugene en Ville because it looks centrally located, and I’ve never stayed in such a nice hotel.

  602. I would love to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville, because it has an excellent location, both for transport and sights, nice interior (recently renovated), and good facilities. It’s quirky charm suits me to a tee.

  603. 5 nights at boutique Hotel Adriatic in Rovinj, Croatia would be a great item to get from the auction! I’d love to travel to Croatia!

  604. My favourite auction at Luxury Travel Diary is currently Hotel Eugene en Ville, (recently brought to my attention) which seems delightfully temping, especially at such a bargain price.

  605. The Hotel Eugene en Ville looks like it has gorgeous interior decor that is both classically French yet fresh and modern. Certainly makes me want to stay there!

  608. “7 Nights In A Villa On The Greek Island Of Spetses” looks amazing! Greece has been on my bucket list for a while and this would be the perfect way to cross it off

  609. I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville for it’s location and it’s nice to stay at a non-chain once in a while.

  610. My bags are packed for four free nights at the Hotel Eugene en Ville in my favorite city. I like the fact that it isn’t a “chain” hotel – it looks lovely.

  613. I choose the 5 nights near Pretoria since we FINALLY convinced my father to go to South Africa next Christmas!

  614. Hotel Eugene en Ville is beautiful, relaxing, and a wonderful place to stay–a nice, unique experience for our francophone family.

  615. My and I have never been to Paris. Why not start it off right at The Hotel Eugene en Ville.

  616. I think of all the auctions I currently see on LuxuryTravelDiary.com, I might actually be most interested in the wine tasting experience for four.

  617. As for why I might want to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville as opposed to any other hotels in Paris, the location certainly seems convenient to a lot of attractions around the city, and many times I do enjoy staying in non-chain hotels for their charm and attention to detail.

  618. I’d stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because of the superior room size: rooms in Europe are small by American standards, and if I’m travelling I don’t want to feel cramped when I go to my hotel for a rest!

  619. I think I’d prefer the getaway in Aix en Provence. Provence just has a certain romantic quality to it that I want to experience in France.

  620. Time to head back to paris – what better place to stay than a smaller boutique hotel away from the touristy name brand hotels!

  622. This hotel in Paris looks great! Would love to stay. Also, really intrigued by the Belize option in the auctions, seems like there are some great deals! Thanks!

  627. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville over other Paris hotels because of the great Golden Triangle location!

  628. Would love to stay at the Hotel Eugene because who doesn’t love Paris 🙂 even in winter and even during their Vente Privee….

  629. “7 Nights Of Skiing At Hotel Moizi, Sondrio, Italy”, as I’ve always wanted to ski there (and eat, of course!)

  631. I would choose to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville due to its excellent loctiona in the heart of Paris!

  632. Thanks for the chance to win! I’m going to add Luxury Travel Diary to my favorites. Looks like a nice place to score some good prices on nice properties. I like the Croatia hotel deal (especially with the recent Zagreb airfare sales). As for Hotel Eugene in Ville, I like the location. And of course… I could watch Star Wars 2 days early!! 😉

  633. My favoriate item from the luxury travel diary is the Saffire Freycinet in Tasmania, Australia!

  634. I would like to take my wife to Paris to stay at the Hotel Eugene because her ancestors are from Paris and she has never been. This would be her dream vacation.

  635. I think I’d prefer to go to Rovinj, Croatia, as auctioned on the site. I was there as an exchange student as a kid!

  636. I’d love the Hotel Eugene en Ville because of the terrace! Such a great way to experience the city!

  637. I would love the opportunity to explore Paris while staying at the beautiful Hotel Eugene en Ville.

  638. I would love to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville for a special trip that I have planned for my mother’s big round birthday. It would be an amazing experience in our favorite city!

  639. I would prefer to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville instead of an Air BNB. The hotels looks like a great balance of staying at a full service hotel but having a small boutique feel.

  640. I would definitely go for a Park Suite At Park Hyatt Buenos Aires. Thanks for turning me onto this site!

  641. I’d love to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville. It looks like a 5 star retreat with a great location and great sense of style!

  645. I would love to stay at l’Hotel Eugene en Ville because it is within walking distance of Montmartre and the beautiful Trinite church.

  646. My daughter would like to go to Paris to celebrate her high school graduation and I’d love to stay at l’Hotel Eugene en Ville because it is in the beautiful 9th arrondissement where I lived when I studied in Paris.

  647. Would love to stay at the Hotel Eugene. Usually stay at the big chain hotels but would like to start enjoying smaller boutique hotels and in Paris even more!

  648. I’d love to try a new hotel! I always stay at chain hotels and this would be an amazing experience. Fingers crossed. And thanks for being so generous!

  649. I would take the South African Bush Sense as my favorite Auction. That looks like a great life experience. Additionally, Paris is one of my favorite cities, and I can’t wait to go back.

  650. On my bucket list is Beijing. Would love to bid for the Park Hyatt there. My previous stays at Park Hyatts in Tokyo and Paris have been outstanding.

  652. While I would love to stay at the magnificent Hotel Eugene, I think my choice would be for the Radisson Blu in Basel at this time.

  655. I would love to enjoy the wonderful rooftop deck (not an option at many other Paris hotels) at Hotel Eugene en Ville with a delicious French wine at the end of each day.

  656. “4 nights at Makunudu Island, Maldives” would be a dream come true to experience one of the most beautiful places in the world.

  657. The W Istanbul as I have heard that Istanbul is an incredible city with a rich history and delicious food…and the W because I am a fervent Starwood loyalist!

  658. 4 nights at Hotel Eugene en Ville because of it’s central location! And because I have never been to Paris but dream about it constantly…

  659. I would love to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels in Paris because of its central location and bargain price, which includes breakfast.

  661. A week in Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) sounds exciting. And on the way there, what better than to spend a few days in Paris at the Hotel Eugene en Ville. I have never stayed there but it does sound wonderful.

  662. I’ll be visiting Paris to run the Paris Marathon on the 3rd of April. Hotel Eugene en Ville being only 3miles from the race starting point, this would be a perfect place to stay.

    Thanks

  663. 3 NIGHTS AT HOPE TOWN LODGE, BAHAMAS looks like a relaxing vacation that’s close to home. Would make for a great long weekend getaway!

  664. I would choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels in Paris, because if I won this drawing, I would be able to do so for 4 days for free. Then if I liked it enough, having never been there before, I would pay to extend my stay.

  665. As for a luxury auction item, 3 Nights At Nona Lani Cottages, Kihei, Hawaii would be on the top of my list! I have been to every state in the US besides Hawaii, and I would really like to check that off the list, plus the property is lovely, and right up my alley!

  666. As for Eugene’s Hotel, first of all, J’adore chien! Any hotel with a dog theme is on my favorite’s list! Since this will be my seventh trip to Paris, which I also adore, by the way, it will be very convenient since my friends just sold their apartment, and I will need accommodations! I love the quirky charm of this place, the contrast of old and new, and the great location. Of course, any location is great in Paris!

  667. I’d love to stay at the 5 Nights At Boutique Hotel Adriatic In Rovinj, Croatia up for auction! Croatia has always been a country that I have long wanted to spend 2 weeks exploring, and that a $38 pound pricetag is amazing!

  668. I’d stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because of the decor and Paris is a great city for an intimate non-chain hotel.

  669. As for Hotel Eugene en Ville, the tripAdvisor reviews are fantastic, the pictures also look amazing. I love its location which is close to Palais Ganier which is my favorite area of Paris!

  670. From the Luxury Travel Diary site I’d choose 3 Nights In A Luxury Villa In Aix En Provence, France. Very relaxing

  671. There’s a property in Australia I’m considering bidding on. It’s an interesting website.

  674. I would LOVE the win the Ikurangi Eco Retreat In The South Pacific. sounds fantastic.

  675. Hotel Eugene en Ville looks and sounds fantastic. and if the LTD recommends it, that’s enough for me! I could even get there off peak on AA. 😉

  676. Definitely the 6 night stay at Benvengudo Hotel in Avignon, as we are heading to France in April.

  677. it would be fun to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because it’s a new location in Paris for me, as well as the contemporary feel vs. old European. And I’ll be in Paris in April!

  678. If I were not to win 4 nights at the Hotel Eugene en Ville, then I would most definitely bid on the 2 night stay at 7132 Hotel & Spa in Vals, Switzerland. As a recent architecture graduate, I visited the Vals Therme in 2004 and have dreamed of returning ever since. What a treat!

  683. Paris is the greatest city in the World, so of course I would love a hotel stay in Paris.

  684. I would love the 7 Nights At Zoe Seaside Resort In Messinia, Greece from Luxury Travel Diary. Greece is on my bucket list!

  685. I love the central location and the hip vibe of Hotel Eugene en Ville. I would love to stay there vs. many of the dated traditional hotels in Paris.

  688. Hotel Eugene en Ville–went to the website and was happy to see they offer singles. Great idea in an upscale hotel!

  689. 5 NIGHTS HOTEL TRES, PALMA DE MALLORCA, SPAIN

    Always wanted to visit Spain and always just miss it.

  690. I’d love to try a new hotel in Paris. Great area and interesting to try a boutique spot instead of major chain.

  692. I would select the Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels in Paris because of its central location.

  694. I would like to stay at the l’Hotel Eugene en Ville because the pics look amazing. I especially think the roof garden would be a wonderful place to picnic with some Paris bakery goods and coffee or some cheese and baguette and a nice bottle of french wine. Thanks for offering this contest.

  698. Of the auction items, I’d have to pick 2 Nights At Martinhal Sagres, Algarve, Portugal. Sounds perfect.

  700. Paris is the most romantic city and the place I first took my girlfriend. L’ Hotel Eugene en Ville captures those memories. We might come back with one account.

  701. I’d like to visit the hotel Eugene on Paris, because it has great reviews and I like the roof top terrace.

  702. I like the 3 Nights In A Luxury Villa In Aix En Provence, France, which would come in handy for our trip to France in April.

  704. Could do with a quick trip out of the country – a few days at the KA’ANA & ITZ’ANA resorts look perfect!

  705. Love the style of the Hotel Eugene. Looks like a place with a lot of fun character that would be great for my first trip to Paris!

  706. I would stay at this hotel because of the beautiful decor. It does not even feel like a hotel room, but instead a luxury guestroom in a chateua.

  710. My favorite auction item is the Luxury Villa In Aix En Provence, France… I’d pick that because I haven’t been to that area before!

  713. Would love to sit on the terrace at Hotel Eugene en Ville drinking a nice glass of wine. What a great atmosphere!

  714. The Cook Islands – what could be better than exploring the beautiful Cook Islands and enjoying 5 nights in a Safari Tent.

  716. I would stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because I find enjoyment in breaking the norm we’ve fallen into of using points at the major chains. This would be a solid reprieve!

  717. Hôtel Eugène en Ville: a beautiful boutique hotel in Montmartre? What’s not to like? Sounds wonderful!

  718. I really like the unique items for auction on this that site and have bookmarked it.

    The Best of the Boutiques Wine Tour, Cape Town, South Africa sticks out to me since it looks like a good price and can be bid on alongside a hotel stay. Good stuff!

  719. PALM GARDEN BEACH RESORT & SPA, VIETNAM would be my favorite item for auction. I’ve been long planning a trip to Vietnam and it seems like one of the best deal.

  720. I would love to plan a surprise first trip with my other significant half to Paris and Hotel Eugene en Ville seems like the ideal place for that.

  721. My favorite auction item will be 2 NIGHTS AT THE HYATT ANDAZ XINTIANDI, SHANGHAI, CHINA. I had my 4 year undergrad in Shanghai and haven’t been back for 8+ years. It will be nice to go back with hubby who never been there.

  722. I would stay at this hotel bc it seems very classic with unique decor. Also free breakfast buffet is always a plus for people like me who is not familiar with the city.

  723. Why Hotel Eugene en Ville? Location, location, location.. Can’t beat the price for the location 🙂

  727. 3 NIGHTS AT CROWN LANTA RESORT, KRABI, THAILAND for just £28.00, and with the positive reviews, that would he my ideal destination on auction

  728. I’ve never been to France and the review seems legit. Hotel Eugene en Ville sounds exciting. Especially when it’s free.

  729. The 5 Night African Bush Sense Near Pretoria, South Africa is my favorite item for auction, as it’s something I could persuade the whole family to join in on. Nature is something we all love and we make a point of organizing family trips around national parks or really beautiful and wild places.

  730. I would choose the Hotel Eugene en Ville because it’s located really near to Montmartre, a part of the city I’ve long wanted to explore. Also, the mix of contemporary decor and exposed brick wall looks pretty neat.

  731. I would choose the Park Hyatt in Beijing as it’s a great hotel with a beautiful view. I’ve stayed there before and really enjoyed it.

  732. I’d pick Hotel Eugene as it looks like the perfect hotel for a first visit to Paris (and Europe in general).

  735. I will be visiting Paris in December for 4 nights so winning this prize will fit into my plans.

  736. I’d stay at the hotel Eugene en Ville just to try the rooftop terrace. And, it’d be free if I won the drawing!

  737. I would love to go back to Aix en Provence. I biked through there many years ago and wanted more time to explore.

  740. AT HOME WINE TASTING EXPERIENCE FOR UP TO FOUR PEOPLE

    I’ve always loved wine tastings, and to have it at home, even better!

  741. Hôtel Eugène en Ville, location, beautiful property and it’s Paris. Of course I would stay there.

  742. We’d love to stay at the Hotel Eugene because it’s close to one our favorite streets/neighborhoods in Paris: rue des Martyrs.

  745. I really liked the 2 nights in a Missouri treehouse! I didn’t even know that was a thing.

  746. My favorite auction is for one night at the Park Hyatt Goa. The challenge would be to construct an effective mileage run to use it!

  748. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene over other ones thanks to its boutique feel. I think that would make for more of a memorable experience.

  749. I’ve only spent one day in Paris, in my life, so I’d love a stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville, to get me back there!

  750. Although, I’d love to get back to the Maldives as well, so I think maybe the ‘4 Nights At Makunudu Island, Maldives’ package might be the best available on the website.

  752. Like a previous commenter, I’ve spent a total of 1 day in Paris, ever. So it would be great to get back to that fantastic city with a stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville.

  753. Since we’re already planning a trip to NZ, the Waipune Estate, Christchurch package is looking pretty sweet.

  755. I’d bid for the 5 night African Bush Sense near Pretoria, South Africa. The entire continent of Africa is a major hole on my travel map right now, and I’ve always been fascinated by the idea of a safari.

  756. My favorite item from the auction would be the 5 nights at Ka’ana and Itz’ana resorts in Belize. It would be such a great getaway before I have my first child in April.

  757. I would choose to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels in Paris because of its great location and the decor of the hotel is exactly my style.

  758. I would stay at the Hotel Eugene as I explore the 9th Arrondissement–sounds like the perfect refuge from the hubbub of the neighborhood.

  761. Love the photo of Hotel Eugene en villa’s private terrace. This amenity puts it at the top of my Paris list. Thank you.

  763. Why would I stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville? It looks nice and it would interesting to stay in a non-chain in Paris for once!

  764. 5 Nights At The Mayan Islands Resort In Belize for 92GBP? That sounds awesome. Now, only to get to Belize…

  766. I’d bid on the 2-night Basel stay. Would love to stay in a nice hotel for the Basel carnival!

  768. Never been to France or western Europe for that matter. Would love our introduction to this beautiful city to be at the Hotel Eugene en Ville!

  773. I’d stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because that private patio looks fantastic, and it looks like a very nice hotel overall otherwise.

  776. The auctioning of hotel rooms is an interesting concept and something I’ll look into further. The night at the Hyatt in Gao looks magnificent! And 4 nights in Paris would make a great getaway!

  778. What’s not to love? Hotel en Ville is a small boutique hotel in Montmatre, Paris. I would enjoy staying there!

  781. My favorite item up for auction is 2 nights at The Grand Hyatt in Singapore. I have stayed there before and had a great time.

  783. Hi Gary. I would love to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville with my girlfriend of 3 years as we have travelled all over and have been to Paris multiple times, but never together even thou we are obsessed with the food and the wine and the culture of France, plus speak French. Something we would love to do together. Thanks as always for bringing happiness into my daily life with your entertaining, helpful and informative newsletter! Cheers!

  784. Easy: 3 Nights At Crown Lanta Resort, Krabi, Thailand. Krabi and Thailand are such an amazing place. With perfect beaches, delicious food, and $6 massage it can’t be beat!

  785. I would choose to stay at the Hotel Eugene en Ville because neither my wife nor I have ever travelled to Paris. We would choose this hotel because it is in a good area, and seems to have all of the necessary amenities.

  786. My favorite item up for auction at the site, currently, is the 3 nights at Waipuna Estate, Christchurch, NZ.

  789. I would love to stay at the Eugene de Ville ovr other hotels, because it looks like a lovely property in a good location.

  791. What’s not to like about France, and 3 NIGHTS IN A LUXURY VILLA IN AIX EN PROVENCE, FRANCE will make the experience a complete success

  793. It would be a dream come true to stay at the lovely Hotel Eugene en Ville. The location is perfect for touring the sights of such a beautiful city. Returning to the comfort of this hotel and enjoying the sights and sounds of Paris from my private balcony would be heavenly.

  794. I admit I love earning points, but breakfast on the terrace sounds awesome.

    Thanks for the chance!

  798. 4 nights at Hotel Eugene en Ville Paris sounds magnifique! Great location for this upscale boutique hotel.

  800. Hotel Eugene en Ville is in a perfect location for the Jays! Easy to visit our great friend Le Fantôme de l’Opéra in the evenings. Day trips to La Basilique du Sacré Cœur de Montmartre.
    Thanks for chance!

  801. i would like to stay in Hotel Eugene en Ville in Paris because i am marrying next and honeymoon in Paris the city of love sounds great

  802. My favourite auction is the Maledives because i have already booked a flight and still was looking for a hotel

  806. I would choose Hotel Eugene en Ville, because is a beautiful and stylish place to stay in Paris.

  809. Paris is the most beautiful city in Europe, especially its architecture. The Hotel Eugene en Ville portrays the French style in a unique atmosphere.

  811. the private terrace alone is worth the stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville. How often do you get a chance for a private terrace in the heart of a beautiful city. It be amazing to check it out.

  813. The private patio is perfect for a relaxing vacation in Paris!

    I think the 3 nights at a luxury villa in Aix En Provence, France would be lovely, too. It’s such a charming town.

  814. My favorite is 5 nights at Niramaya Resort & Spa in Queensland, Australia. It looks awesome and would be such a gift to the soul.

  815. Coffee, croissants, chocolates and a private terrace in Paris. What could be more perfect!

  816. Definitely the 5 Night African Bush Sense Near Pretoria, South Africa, never been to the continent and would love to go on a safari! Crazy to think they have giraffes and lions roaming around over there, being from the western world.

  817. My favorite auction item is, 7 Nights at the Zoe Seaside Resort In Messinia, Greece. It sounds like a marvelous retreat. Giving the bargain price, I’m seriously considering bidding on it!

  818. The hotel in Paris looks fabulous. I haven’t been to Paris since my college years. Back then I had a Parisian boyfriend and visited often. But… that relationship didn’t end well. Now that years have passed and I’m married (to someone else), it would be great to revisit the City of Light from a different perspective and leave old baggage behind. Maybe I’ll have some bon chance and win the giveaway!

  821. I guess there’s something wrong with me that I found the 2 hour stay at Minute Suites to be exciting, but that’s what happens to those lowly enough to not have lounge access at airports. Since I fly AA, the DFW and Philly locations are a plus!

  822. My favorite item up for auction has to be the 7 nights stay in a French ski chalet. House looks gorgeous!

  823. I’d choose to stay at the Hotel Eugene based on the great reviews they are receiving on TripAdvisor.

  824. I would like to stay at Hotel Eugene because I’ve never been to France and it looks luxurious! Great website by the way.

  825. I’d stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville because it looks stylish, has great reviews, and has a fabulous location.

  826. My favorite auction item at luxurytraveldiary.com is the 5 nights at Boutique Hotel Adriatic in Rovinj, Croatia. I love Croatia — it’s a lovely country full of lovely people!

  828. My favorite auction item is the 7 nights for 8 people in Rhodes, Greece – that would be great for a family vacation!

  829. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is Half Day Paris For You Highlights Walking Tour For 4

  830. I would choose to stay at Hotel Eugene en Ville over other hotels in Paris because of location.

  834. Excellent resource for online travel shopping addicts! Palm Springs should get ready for me — Indian Wells resort seems just the ticket.

  837. Hotel Eugene would be a great change from the normal chain hotel experience. Especially in a great city like Paris

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