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Coober Pedy, a small town in northern South Australia with population of 3,500. Located in the Australian outback, Coober Pedy is hundreds of kilometres from the nearest settlement but the town is known as the opal capital of the world because what are widely regarded as the most precious opals are mined there. The name ‘Coober Pedy’ comes from the local Aboriginal term kupa piti, meaning white man in a hole.Opal was first found in Coober Pedy on the 1st of February 1915 and since then has been supplying the world with the majority of gem quality opal. Coober Pedy today relies as much on tourism as the opal mining industry to provide the community with employment and sustainability.

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Ever wondered what is to live in one of the most expensive house in the United States? Take a look below…

10) $46,500,000 – Kauai, HI

A palace in paradise. Tara Plantation, owned by Hollywood producer Peter Guber, is a 171-acre estate perched on the northeastern coast of Kauai. The property hugs a crescent-shaped private beach, and includes a 15,000-square-foot main house and two large guest cottages. The swimming pool is spring-fed, the master suite has his-and-her living rooms, and there is a yoga studio, beach cabana, caretaker’s home, stables and corrals. It is listed with Barbara Sloan at Coldwell Banker Bali Hai

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Space Travel and Tourism Activities have never been closer as in present time. We are living in the time, when everything is changing with amazing speed and getting into Space for a walk is not a dream like it was 100 years ago. I have just red an aticle about a contract between Starchaser Industries and European Space Agency for a vehicle designed to meet space tourists expectations.

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As you are probably awared Dubai invests in artificial resort islands to attract tourism dollars lately. One of the projects developing there is called The World and consists of man-made islands which form the shape of our planet’s continents.

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Do you mention to visit Nepal? If yes you will be probably satisfied to learn some brief information about the top 20 rated tourist attractions there. Here i have gathered a list with some info about them.

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Situated amidst rolling hills, 30 kilometers from the town of Denizli in southeastern Turkey, the splendid ruins of Aphrodisias contain what was once the preeminent temple of the goddess Aphrodite (the Greek goddess of Love) in Asia Minor. Yet long before the Greek sanctuary of Aphrodite was constructed in the 1st century BC, the site was a holy place and pilgrimage destination of immense importance to other cultures.

According to the Suda, before being known as Aphrodisias, the city had three previous names: Lelegon Polis (city of the Leleges), Megale Polis, and Ninoe. The city was later renamed Stauropolis (city of the cross) in the Christian era. The similarities of the goddess Aphrodite to Artemis of Ephesus and other Anatolian mother goddesses are evident in cult statues found at the ruins. In Hellenistic times, she took the form of an ancient nature goddess who was sovereign on the earth, in heaven, and in the oceans and the underworld.
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1 » Bon Voyage to Antarctica aboard Marco Polo

Many of us are planning future vacations to warm and exotic places like Indonesia, Egypt and Philippines, but what if a tell you that there is a journey like no other…. You can experience the magic of Antarctica aboard the luxury travel ship Marco Polo. Orient Lines are offering you trip to the magical scenery, animals and unique contours of the forgotten continent Antarctica.
Antarctica it’s a place that calls to explorers, pioneers, scientists and anyone with a love of nature. When you see Antarctica from the broad teak decks of Marco Polo, you’ll feel a sense of wonder evoked by few travel experiences. It truly is the adventure of a lifetime. they say and i believe it is true. Read the rest of this entry.

2 » The Sri Meenakshi Sundareswara temple

The Meenakshi temple complex in India is one of the largest and certainly one of the most ancient. According to legend Madurai is the actual site where the wedding between Shiva and Meenakshi took place. The gigantic temple complex,the statues exploring the entire range of human emotions,everything here is larger than life. The soaring and exquisitely carved towers enclose the temple dedicated to Meenakashi. The south gateway contains the twin temples of Shiva and Meenakshi and is about nine storeys high. Read the rest of this entry

3 » An unique Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain – Paradise Valley/Scottsdale, Arizona

A chic retreat, Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain is situated high overlooking Paradise Valley and the mountains beyond. This boutique property has an exhilarating atmosphere with its modern architectural design, huge infinity pool, Asian-inspired Spa and minimalist ‘elements’ restaurant with Jade Bar overlooking the glittering Valley. Read the rest of this entry

4 » Top 10 Destination Spas in the United States

Gather your friends together for a ‘girlie’ weekend or get body beautiful for winter with the ultimate ‘pamper holiday’ to a luxury spa resort. Here i have selected our ten favourite spa resorts in the United States – you’ll have a fantastic holiday and will leave feeling great! Read the rest of this entry

5 » Kingsmill is the best destination for people who like golf & spa

The River Course served as a popular PGA Tour site for 22 years and is currently home to the LPGA Tour�s Michelob ULTRA Open. Television viewers are familiar with the course�s signature 17th hole � a par 3 hole perched on the edge of the James River. In 2004, original architect Pete Dye returned to Kingsmill to oversee changes to the River Course layout and green complexes. The renovation included the addition of tees from which golfers of all abilities can enjoy, redesigned fairway bunkering on several holes presents new and exciting challenges, and resurfaced greens allow for faster and smoother putting on the recontoured surfaces. Read the rest of this entry

The Museu Picasso (Picasso Museum) in Barcelona, Spain, has one of the most extensive collections of artworks by the 20th century Spanish artist Pablo Picasso. So if you are in Barcelona for tourist or whatever purposes, this is for sure one of the most significant, popular and visited museums in Barcelona.

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Back in October my fellow vanhal has talked you about Why Moorea is known as “Magical Island”? I am sure that Moorea offers perfect combination of all the islands: pristine and secluded beaches; lush mountains and valleys; exclusive resorts; and a wide variety of shopping and fine restaurants, but after i watched this video today i am sure that you can also enjoy the Magical Birth of the Sun thing early in the morning….