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Jul16

Save the Beach

Every city has a selection of hotels that their detractors would describe as “rubbish.” But only Rome has a hotel that’s literally rubbish. There, in the center of the city near the Castel Sant Angelo, is the Corona Save The Beach Hotel. It is the world’s first to be made of garbage.


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Jul16

Paragliders in Dominican Republic

There are several perfect training sites for paragliders in Dominican Republic, featuring awesome laminar breeze soaring by the sea (La Playita and Cofresi) for beginners or pilots who want to spend hours in the air, and safe and easy short routes for recreational paraglider pilots willing to start practicing and developing cross country skills. Caribbean Free Flying, the only dominican company fully devoted to paragliding activities, invites you and your family or friends to enjoy the most unforgettable vacations right in the heart of the Caribbean.
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Jul16

Paragliding in Lake Garda

The spectacular peaks in the Monte Baldo offer paragliders and hang-gliders optimal starting places with many different levels of difficulty. On the northeastern shore of Lake Garda, Italy, two cable cars leave from Malcesine and San Zeno and take guests up to the fascinating landscape of the Monte Baldo Range.
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Jul15

MADINAT JUMEIRAH MINA A’SALAM HOTEL DUBAI

The beautiful and luxurious boutique hotel Mina A Salam has a superb, central location right on the harbour. Madinat Jumeirah is superbly well located in the prestigious area of Dubai known as Jumeirah.
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Jul14

Pangkor Laut Resort

Pangkor Laut Resort is an Eden paradise promising privacy, tranquility, white sandy beaches, wild natural beauty and a sophisticated spa lifestyle. Days can be spent sailing in the clearest waters, luxuriating on a traditional teakwood junk or trekking through the rainforest. Alternatively, take a culinary journey where you catch, prepare and then cook the fish of the day.
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Jul14

Shanghai Apple Store

The newest Apple store in China opened on July 10. The whole shop is very beautifully design inside and out. It’s been very interesting to witness the design process evolve over the last few years, through the use of different materials such as glass, stainless steel and stone, and the evolving interpretation of the interior space.
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Jul14

Ningbo Historic Museum

The Ningbo Historic Museum is located in the Bund area, China, by the river of Yong in the east . The site is in history a birthplace of early marine transportation and trade business in Ningbo. By utilizing decorating spot lights, the Museum shines like a glittering pearl under the starry sky in “tri-river cultural corridor”.
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Jul13

Hotel Viura

Hotel Viura is a modern work of art in its own right. It is exposed against the traditional buildings of Villabuena de Alava village in the renowned Rioja Alavesa wine region in Spain. With amazing views of the Sierra de Cantabria mountains, the hotel has a gourmet restaurant with a comprehensive wine cellar, a bar and gymnasium.
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Jul13

Solitaire Lodge

Solitaire Lodge provides a luxurious setting where the accent is on peace and privacy. There you will explore areas of unspoilt natural beauty and sample the finest cuisine New Zealand has to offer. The lodge nestles on a private peninsula overlooking legendary Lake Tarawera. Staying there is a wonderful experience combining luxury and indulgence.
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Jul13

Hodnett Coopers N Breakers Condos, St. Simons Island

Quietly situated on the undisturbed and pristine beaches of St. Simons Island, North Breakers is a favorite vacation destination for families year after year. Offering lovely views of the courtyard pool area and ocean, the well-appointed accommodation units are furnished with modern amenities. The Island’s invitingly mild weather is ideal for:beachcombing, golfing, boating, fishing, shopping, exploring.
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