>> Archive for 'November, 2010'
Nov29
by Asya in Cities, Cultural, Events, Hotels, North America, Restaurants, Scuba Diving, Surfing, Swimming, United States of America, Urban Tourism, Walking

One of the most beautiful areas in California, Monterey offers iconic experiences. It is a popular destination for scuba divers of all abilities ranging from novice to expert. Monterey features a huge variety of fine restaurants, boutiques, hotels, watersports, galleries, inns and recreational opportunities.
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Nov28
by iv in Adventure, Austria, Europe, Extreme, Hiking, Photos, Resorts, Shopping, Skiing, Snowboarding, Walking

This romantic Olympic village is located at an altitude of 878m on a wide and sunny terrace above Innsbruck. Axamer Lizum is gradually being linked up with the Gotzens/Mutters ski areas to make a good sized ski region with varied ski terrain. This was a major centre for the Innsbruck Olympics of 1964 and 1976. Holidays in Axams -Axamer Lizum, mean holidays in a winter wonderland. The popular ski resort of Axams is surrounded by majestic, luxuriant forests and peaceful meadows, which are perfect for family or romantic strolls. Winter in the mountains of Tyrol, Austria and tremendous slopes are reason enough to come here to ski.
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Nov27
by iv in Europe, Extreme, Fitness&Gym, Hiking, Hotels, Photos, Skiing, Snowboarding, Switzerland, Walking

The Hotel Des Masques is located in the centre of the ski resort of Anzere, Switzerland. Close to the hotel guests will find 11 lifts, 52 km/32.3 miles of ski slopes, snowboard, ice skating and sledge slopes.
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Nov26
by iv in Arts, Cities, Hotels, North America, Photos, Relaxing, Restaurants, Romantic, Shopping, United States of America, Walking

The Inn of the Five Graces is a quite oasis in the middle of charming downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico.
This hotel is set a short walk from Santa Fe’s historic center, the Plaza, and its restaurants, museums, theaters, and shops.
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Nov26
by iv in Arts, Cities, Fitness&Gym, Hotels, Luxembourg, Photos, Relaxing, Restaurants, Swimming, Walking

Overlooking the Petrusse Valleys, the luxurious Sofitel Luxembourg Le Grand Ducalwelcomes you to enjoy all the privileges that the property has to offer. Interiors, designed by the architect Philippe Capron, are contemporary and light, and combined with luxurious touches to reflect the latest Sofitel five star design. The hotel is conveniently situated in the historic city centre, 10 min from the airport, close to the railway station served by TGV services, in close proximity to Luxembourg’s many banks and international institutions.
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Nov26
by Asya in Arts, Cities, Cultural, Europe, France, History, Monuments, Photos, Travel Stories, Urban Tourism

Or the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus of Paris. In 1873, the National Assembly voted for the construction of a basilica devoted to the Sacred Heart on the butte Montmartre. The site was chosen as much for its altitude (127 meters) as for its symbolism; it was sanctified long before with the martyrdom of Saint Denis and sullied by the violent acts of the Commune, in 1870. Pitfalls, controversies, underground quarries, and 83 buried pillars caused the work to extend over forty years. All these efforts were rewarded!
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Nov26
by Asya in Arts, Chillin, Cities, Europe, Shopping, United Kingdom, Urban Tourism

Established in 1998 by Lina Kanafani whose selection of contemporary design, MINT is the most unique dynamic and visionary design store in London. Mint’s store offers handpicked designer furniture, glasswear, textiles and ceramics arranged like an avant-garde curiosity shop.
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Nov26
by Asya in Cities, Cultural, Czech Republic, Europe, Hotels, Photos, Restaurants, Sightseeings, Urban Tourism

This trendy boutique hotel is superbly located in the most architecture and historical area in the historic centre of Prague – Mala Strana quarter. Full of romance, style and luxury, the Aria Hotel is an ideal place for both business and leisure travellers. The hotel is just minutes walk away from some of Prague’s most important tourist points of interests, such as Prague Castle, the Charles Bridge, the Old Town Square and more.
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Nov26
by Asya in Chillin, Europe, Events, France, Photos, Urban Tourism

Top Marques Monaco is prestigious automobile show displays finest supercars, luxury models and fastest sports cars, as well as products from the greatest luxury industries. The event spans over the period of four days which are packed with surprises. One of the Europe’ luxury events, presents the most beautiful and powerful cars on the planet, will take place 14th -17th April 2011.

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Nov26
by Asya in Asia, Events, Sailing, Thailand, Travel gear

PIMEX 2011 is one of the most established annual, marine events in Phuket, Thailand. Featuring more than 40 leading boat brands, Pimex Phuket International Boat Show is lifestyle exhibition – the meeting hub of the exhibitors and visitors who pour in to engage in serious business activities. One of Asia’s largest in-water boat displays will take place 6-9 January 2011 at the Royal Phuket Marina. Now in its eighth year and it continues to grow and expand, attracting more international exhibitors and visitors each year.
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