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Located in Perugia - a town known more for its plethora of old churches that its modern-retro architecture, only 200 km north of Rome, Italy, the Perugian library takes the shape of a large disc presents itself as a foreign object. This is one incredible library similar to the optimistic 1980s vision of the extra-terrestrial ET. Designed by architecture studio Italo Rota, the interior of the library resembles a cross between a dot-com office and the 13 year old girl’s room - colorful couches and pastel book shelves mix with the pink-hued light produced by the glass walls. Its form and use of color, its transparency during the daytime, and the light it emits at night create a new landscape. You should visit this library at night, when the bright round shape of the library building looks other-worldly.

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The Geisel Library is the main library building on the University of California, San Diego campus and is open to non-students. Being located so close Hollywood it isn’t surprising that the Geisel has been the location of several movie and television shoots. William Pereira designed the Geisel Library in the late 1960s, at the end of a decade that saw a wave of supposedly futuristic architecture sweep southern California. Originally named The University Library Building, On December 1, 1995 it was renamed Geisel Library in honor of Audrey and Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) for the generous contributions.

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Designed by world famous Spanish designer – Santiago Calatrava, the Zurich Central Library is the library of Zurich canton, Zurich city and the University of Zurich which is the largest university in Switzerland. Switzerland has four official languages German, French, Italian and Romansh and the library offers numerous digital documents (e-journals and e-books) and databases that can be accessed through the networks of the university. Its substantial collection caters for the needs of the general public and of teaching and research in all faculties.

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Perched high atop of Beyt Meri hill, the Hotel Al Bustan is a landmark that can be seen from almost anywhere in the Beirut. Situated in the entertainment district and offering remarkable city and the Mediterranean Sea views, the family-owned Hotel Al Bustan combines extensive meeting facilities and a quiet location away from the bustle of the city. The local area offers a number of attractions, including National Museum of Beirut, Beirut Municipality Stadium and Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium. Just a few minutes walk from the hotel is an historic archaeological site with Roman ruins and historic thermal baths and Byzantine mosaics.

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The Hotel Albergo is located in the heart of Old Beirut in the most popular nightlife and dining district of the city - Achrafieh. Located 10 minutes’ drive from Rafic Hariri Airport, it is close to the great commercial areas such as Rue Monot and many key attractions including the National Museum and Pigeons’ Rock. Since its opening in 1998, this former Ottoman mansion has been a member of the renowned global organization of Relais & Chateaux, synonymous with luxury, ageless charm and culinary delight. This is a magnificent base from which to discover a city brimming with energy.

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Tucked away in the world’s oldest living rainforest, which has existed for some 110 million years, on the northwestern coast of Australia, Daintree Eco Lodge is the ultimate destination from which to explore Far North Queensland. Surrounded by ancient waterfalls and near numerous endangered and rare species, the lodge projects a sense of exotic remoteness which is belied by the fact that it is located only 90 minutes by car from Cairns and 30 minutes from Port Douglas.

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Lying 70km from the nearest town of Exmouth, north Western Australia, Sal Salis is as about as posh as bush camping can be. The exclusive Sal Salis is a luxury tented camp overlooking world renowned Ningaloo Reef, hidden amongst blindingly white sand dunes of Cape Range National Park on the shores of the Indian Ocean. With just nine luxury wilderness tents Sal Salis provides a unique place from which to explore Western Australia’s coral coast and one of Australia’s best kept natural secrets. It’s ecotourism at its best.

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Situated in the middle of the marvelous malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve, the five-star luxurious Etali Game Lodge is easily accessible either by plane or by road from Johannesburg, Pretoria and the Sun City Resort, South Africa. Meaning “a new beginning”, the Etali offers an unique safari spa experience combining Big Five game viewing with relaxing spa treatments. Built in harmony with nature under the vibrant African sun, the lodge has a wonderfully romantic, making it the perfect destination for honeymooners and holidaying couples.

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Set on cliffs overlooking the impressive coastline, Pezula Resort Hotel is one of the most luxurious resorts in South Africa. Located near the famous town of Knysna and just a 40-minute flight from Cape Town, this amazing estate is surrounded by rugged cliffs, ancient forests and sheltered beaches. With sweeping views of Pezula Championship Golf Course, the vast blue Indian Ocean and the golden beaches of the Knysna Lagoon, Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa welcomes guests looking to experience genuine South African hospitality.

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Located in the most prestigious city’ suburb – El Golf and only 30 minutes from Santiago International Airport, the Ritz Carlton Santiago is the only Chilean Hotel awarded as the Nº1 hotel in South America (in 2007). This location is also 38 miles from Valle Nevado Ski Resort and 70 miles from Valparaiso Port and Vina Del Mar Beach. Designed for business and leisure travellers with high expectations, the hotel offers its guests great service and facilities. The Ritz Carlton Santiago is an ideal place to rest and enjoy the natural beauty of the city.

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