>> Archive for 'November, 2010'
Nov25
by iv in Asia, Biking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Indonesia, Photos, Rafting, Resorts, Restaurants, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Shopping, Snorkeling, Spa, Swimming, Villas, Walking

Mandalay Hideaway is a stunning boutique villa, owned and operated by a British-Italian couple, that blends European style and Balinese charm. Mandalay Hideaway is ideally located between Seminyak (25 minutes) and Ubud (40 minutes) and is just five minutes away from beautiful, untouched beaches and the renowned Tanah Lot temple.
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Nov25
by Asya in Arts, Cultural, Events, North America, Photos, United States of America, Urban Tourism


In Miami, the beginning of December is synonymous with Art Basel – the country’s largest art fair and most important cultural event of the year. Art Basel is an international art exhibition held each year in Basel (Switzerland) and in Miami, Florida. It has been called “the Olympics of the art world”.
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Nov25
by Asya in Biking, Europe, Fitness&Gym, Hotels, Italy, Romantic, Spa, Swimming

The hotel is set just 25 min drive from Pisa and 60 min from Florence, in one of Italy’s most stylish towns – Forte dei Marmi. Located on the Tuscan coast Principe offers spectacular views of the ocean and the Apuane Alps. It is ideal spot for exploring the Tuscan Riviera. Because of its peaceful atmosphere and mild climate, it is the preferred destination of those who shun mass tourism.
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Nov25
by Asya in Europe, Italy, Relaxing, Resorts, Romantic, Swimming, Travel gear, Villas

Locanda al Colle is a luxury retreat perched on a hill half way between Camaiore and Pietrasanta, province of Lucca, Tuscany, Italy. Nearest airport is Pisa, 30 minutes by car. Protected by the greenery of the olive grove, guesthouse offers a warm atmosphere. Looks towards the sea of Versila, Locanda is the perfect honeymoon destination.
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Nov25
by iv in Arts, Cities, Cultural, Czech Republic, Europe, History, Monuments, Photos, Praying, Urban Tourism, Walking

St. Vitus’s Cathedral is the largest and the most important church in Prague! St. Vitus Cathedral also oversaw the coronations of Czech kings and queens. The first stone was laid in the year 1344 in the reign of Charles IV (favourite Czech King and famous Roman Emperor. The outside of the Cathedral initially captivates us by the richness of its Gothic buttressing and decoration.
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Nov25
by Asya in Belgium, Cities, Europe, Hotels, Restaurants, Shopping, Urban Tourism

This luxurious boutique hotel is located in the fashionable Place Châtelain quarter just to the south of Brussels‘ city centre. It’s ideally placed as a base camp for a luxury shopping expedition. Set in a private residence from the 1920′s, Odette en Ville offers just eight stylish rooms and superb standard of service.
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Nov24
by iv in Europe, Greece, Photos, Relaxing, Romantic, Shopping, Swimming, Villas, Walking, Windsurfing

Very close to bays and beaches with crystal clear waters as well as all types of fun activities. Location is just outside of the village, quiet but not isolated, conveniently close to shops, beach and of course restaurants.
The villa has plenty of outdoor areas ideal for dining, sunbathing, reading or snoozing.
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Nov24
by Asya in Arts, Cities, Cultural, Europe, France, History, Monuments, Museums, Photos, Sightseeings, Travel Stories, Urban Tourism, Walking

Take a gentle stroll between the place du Chatelet and place des Vosges in Paris, to enjoy a spot of shopping, or discover local heritage.. in fact, everything is possible as long as you know how to juggle different styles. Formerly known as the “place Royale”, this square has remained intact – miraculously so – since it was commissioned by Henry IV in 1604. The thirty- six townhouses have constituted a perfect symmetry from the day they were built, with their brick facades, deep-pitched slate roofs and the ground floor made up of a gallery of arcades for walking.
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Nov24
by iv in Australia, Fitness&Gym, Hiking, Parks, Photos, Relaxing, Resorts, Spa, Swimming, Walking

Wolgan Valley is a resort nestled between two National Parks and is Australia‘s only conservation based luxury resort. Wolgan Valley Resort and Spa was honoured with the Conservation Award at the World Travel and Tourism Council’s 2010. Its architecture is designed to be reminiscent of traditional rural Australian homesteads. With access to over 4,000 acres of pristine wilderness, a world-class spa and private villas.
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Nov24
by Asya in Arts, Cultural, Europe, France, History, Monuments, Museums, Photos, Sightseeings, Urban Tourism

Since 1843, the Museum Middle Ages, Paris has encomparisses two architectural marvels: the Gallo-Roman baths, dating from the end of the 2nd century BC, and the Hotel des Abbes de Cluny, built in the 15th century. The main building and the wings of the hotel reveal the layout of subsequent centuries, but, in the exuberant interlacing of the curves of the façade, the Middle Ages is resplendent …. and even more so inside. Sculpture, gold and silver plate, ceramics, tapestry, furniture and everyday objects provide a unique picture of medieval art and society.
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