>> Archive for 'March, 2010'
Mar30
by iv in Biking, Europe, Fitness&Gym, Golf, Hotels, Photos, Relaxing, Spa, Swimming, Switzerland, Walking

This beautiful first-class hotel is situated in an absolutely peaceful and sunny location high above the Lago Maggiore surrounded by a subtropical garden. The Casa Berno is the perfect venue for receptions, parties, meetings and company events. Also the ideal departure point for hikers and mountain-bikers. All this expects you in Ticino, the sunny side of Switzerland, in the heart of a subtropical scenery.
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Mar30
by Asya in Arts, Cities, Europe, France, Hotels, Photos, Urban Tourism

Originally conceived for Expo 2002, the hotel is designed by Swiss architects Sabina Lang and Daniel Baumann. From the roof of the Leipzig Gallery of Contemporary Art the one room hotel has moved to the roof of the Paris Palais de Tokyo. A 320 ton crane was used to lift this 10 ton structure 50 m above the building. Offers stunning views of Eiffel Tower, it is one of the best places to take in the sights of the romantic city of Paris.
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Mar29
by iv in Australia, Fitness&Gym, Hotels, Photos, Relaxing, Restaurants, Shopping, Spa, Swimming, Walking

Situated in Southbank, with captivating views over the Yarra River, Langham Hotel Melbourne is one of the finest deluxe hotels in Melbourne. Surrounded by an abundance of Al Fresco restaurants, cafes, boutiques and with the National Gallery of Victoria, Victorian Arts Centre and the magnificent Botanical Gardens all on its doorstep.
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Mar27
by iv in Asia, Cultural, History, Monuments, Parks, Relaxing, Thailand, Travel gear, Walking

King RamaVII had this summer palace built in 1926 to the north of Hua Hin, consisting of three Spanish-style villas. Klai Kangwon Palace stands by the sea in the Hua Hin District of Prachuap Khirikhan Province. It is now the full-time residence of His Majesty the King of Thailand. The palace was built in 1926 just after King Rama VII was crowned and this was specially constructed by the king for Queen Rambai Barni.
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Mar26
by iv in Europe, Hotels, Italy, Relaxing, Romantic, Spa, Swimming, Walking

The Diamant Sporthotel, your holiday oasis in the heart of the Gardena Valley. A spot for peace and relaxation, where silence is idyllic and the atmosphere magic.
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Mar26
by Asya in Chillin, Hiking, North America, Photos, United States of America, Walking

Known as “The Wave”, this formation is made of 190-million-year-old sand dunes turned to rock. The area lies on the border of Utah and Arizona, USA and it is probably one of the most-photographed natural formations in North America. Actually it’s a small gorge between eroded sandstone. The area is a gallery of twisted sandstone, resembling deformed pillars, cones, mushrooms and other creations. Deposits of iron oxides claim are responsibility for the unique blending of dramatic colors interlaced in the rock -in a dramatic rainbow of pastel yellows, pinks and reds.
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Mar26
by Asya in Adventure, Africa, Camping, Parks, Photos, Safaris, South Africa, Walking

The Kgalagadi Park comprises an enormous area of over 3.6 million hectares which is one of very few conservation areas of this magnitude left in the world. Lies in the Kalahari Desert, in the northernmost corner of South Africa it is one of the best tourist spots attracting 50,000 visitors annually.
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Mar25
by iv in Fitness&Gym, Lodge, Monuments, North America, Parks, Relaxing, Swimming, United States of America, Walking

“One of 50 Places to Visit in a Lifetime” for a reason: incomparable scenery, coupled with historic cliff dwellings, makes it a magical experience. The road to the lodge is a series of switchbacks 1500 feet through lush valleys and canyons displaying spectacular views and photo opportunities of snow capped peaks and wildlife Purposely the lodge does not have in room televisions or phones to preserve the tranquility of this natural setting.
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Mar25
by Asya in Adventure, Biking, Camping, Fishing, Flying, Hiking, New Zealand, Oceania, Parks, Photos, Skiing, Snowboarding, Walking

This park is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List which recognizes it as important cultural landscapes. The Mt.Tongariro has religious significance for the local people and symbolizes the spiritual links between this community and its environment. Also Tongario has a number of colored lakes that make the Tongariro Crossing a favorite one-day hike.
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Mar25
by Asya in Asia, Fishing, Fitness&Gym, Golf, Malaysia, Photos, Relaxing, Resorts, Romantic, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Spa, Swimming, Travel gear

Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa is located on exotic Borneo – the third largest island in the world. This wonderful resort sits on 25 acres of beautifully landscape – white sandy beaches that lead to glittering turquoise water. Offers 500 five-star rating rooms, spectacular views of the sea and excellent facilities – it’s unarguable one of the best hotels on the West Coast of Sabah. Photo by: Huber Verlag
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