The largest online travel research site and travel community in the world has announced its picks for the top ten most unusual places to stay, both in the U.S. and internationally. Of the list, VirtualTourist.com general manager, Giampiero Ambrosi says, "With limited vacation time, there's no reason your lodging shouldn't be part of the travel experience. These options, which range from converted train cars to converted prisons, give you something to talk about before you even start sight-seeing."
1) Edisto River Treehouses; Canadys, South Carolina: For those who refuse to grow up, a stay in a tree house is a dream come true. Not only is it fun, but it's clean, safe, and very reasonable.
2) Celica Hostel; Ljubljana, Slovenia: If you've always wanted to spend a night in the slammer, now's your chance. Once a military prison, this happening hot spot is now an art gallery/youth hostel.
3) Schottenstift Monastery; Vienna, Austria (http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Europe/Austria/Bundesland_Wien/Vienna-320332/TravelGuide-Vienna.html): If the bellboys look like monks, you're not imagining things. This hotel is actually a functioning monastery where your wake-up call might just be chanting.
4) The Red Caboose Motel; Strasburg, Pennsylvania: All aboard! Although they once traveled from city to city, these little red cabooses now function as private hotel rooms. Needless to say, kids go crazy for this place.
5) Propeller Island; Berlin, Germany: Art lovers rejoice! From upside-down rooms to levitating beds, it's the next best thing to spending the night in a museum.
6) Schlosshotel Schönburg; Oberwesel, Germany: For a true fantasy experience, nothing beats a night in a genuine castle. In spite of its long history, all modern amenities, including internet service, are available to guests.
7) Ariau Amazon Towers; Near Manaus, Brazil: Connected by a series of catwalks, eight buildings comprise this compound, which has become a favorite of celebrities and everyday travelers alike.
8) Hotel Sidi Driss; Matmata, Tunisia: The force was with the cast and crew of Star Wars when they filmed at this out-of-this-world property. The amenities are minimal, but at less than $20 a night, so is the price.
9) Euromast; Rotterdam, The Netherlands: A tourist attraction by day, this imposing tower becomes an exclusive hotel at night. Those wishing to give it a go should book early; the tower's two suites fill up three months out.
10) The Giraffe Manor; Nairobi, Kenya (http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Africa/Kenya/Nairobi_Area/Nairobi-2051379/TravelGuide-Nairobi.html): Don't bother with a "Do Not Disturb" sign. The long-necked visitors who peek in through the windows of this extraordinary compound will just ignore it.
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