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Aug11

The premier mountain resort in Belize – Blancaneaux Lodge

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Inspired by the beauty to this amazing country Francis Ford Coppola decided to share his love with anyone who wishes to visit the paradise of this little country. He has introduced two splendid resorts, designed to appeal to tourists who wish to experience the rainforests and discover a paradise where waterfalls spill into turquoise pools. Nestled in a region of pristine forests, Blancaneaux Lodge offers modern comforts in an entirely self-sustained jungle sanctuary.


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Aug11

Hotel d’Aubusson

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The hotel is a 17th century private mansion in the historic centre of the French capital, Paris. The d’Aubusson is a ten minute walk from Notre Dame Cathedral and The Lourvre.
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Aug11

The Kasbah du Toubkal

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At 600 m high above sea level, the Kasbah du Toubkal Hotel looks out over surrounding villages and majestic mountains. It is located in the High Atlas Mountains, only 1.5 hours drive of Marrakech, Morocco. Originally built in the 1940′s it was totally rebuilt in the 1990′s. The hotel is combination of hostel and hotel which provides a comfortable mountain refuge in the stunning setting of the beautiful Toubkal National Park.
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Aug11

Gamirasu Cave Hotel

In the international travel guides Gamirasu Cave Hotel is considered as one of the best cave hotels of Cappadocia, Turkey. In wedding magazines it is mentioned as the ideal choice for honeymoons or romantic escape. Opened in 1999, Gamirasu is an exquisitely totally restored Byzantine monastic retreat in Ayvali Village – the area which has been known to be inhabited for more than five thousand years.
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Aug11

The Fountain of Wealth, Singapore

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This is the largest fountain in the world, with a base area of 1,683 sq. m. The fountain is a brilliant architecture’s work fused with modern concepts. It is anchored by a convention centre – Suntec City that forms the wrist of the left hand. The five office buildings represent its thumb and fingers. The fountain stands majestically at the palm of the hand, symbolizing the Chinese saying “to hold the wealth of the world in one’s hand”.
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Aug10

Wine hotel “Marques de Riscal”

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This ribbon-like construction is an unique hotel in Spain. The hotel is designed by renowned architect Frank O. Gehry – the architect of the epoch Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. Wine hotel “Marques de Riscal” is nestled in the “City of Wine” – in the heart of the Rioja.
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Aug10

The beautiful symbol of Puerto Rico

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El Castillo San Felipe del Morro is a 16th-century citadel which lies on the northwestern-most point of the islet of San Juan, Puerto Rico. El Morro is one of the highlights of any tour of the old city, a rocky web of tunnels and barracks, towers and prisons.
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Aug10

Ashford Castle

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Ashford Castle is a magnificent monument to over 700 years of history and tradition and is appreciated by visitors from all over the world. Dates back to 1228, the castle opened as an exclusive hotel in 1939. Today it is recognized as one of the most luxurious resort hotels in the world. The hotel sets on the shores of Ireland’s second largest lake- Lough Corrib. The estate is 350 acres of private estate and gardens and once belonged to the Guiness family.


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Aug09

Caesars Palace, Las Vegas

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Caesars Palace is a luxury hotel and casino located on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada, an unincorporated township in the Las Vegas metropolitan area.
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Aug08

Grand Geneva Resort and Spa

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The Grand Geneva Resort and Spa, located in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin is very popular.
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