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Royal Plaza On Scotts… the only Smoke Free Business Hotel in Singapore. Be delighted by the fresh cool air of our totally smoke-free hotel. Located in the heart of Singapore, the Royal Plaza Hotel on Scotts is just 20 kilometres from the world-class Singapore Changi International Airport. Surrounded by the premier business, shopping and entertainment district, this hotel is adjacent to the fabulous DFS Galleria, one of the most exclusive and lively districts in the city. Royal Plaza on Scotts is back with a New Look on 15 January 2007!

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Corfu is one of the most visually exciting regions of Greece with its variety of natural beauty – green woodlands, wild pine-covered mountains, lakes, cultivated fields and of course, miles of golden beaches. Corfu is a large Greek island of the Ionian islands group, situated between Italy and Greece – its attractions are relaxed coastal towns, secluded and thronged beaches, and its captivating natural beauty. An amalgam of natural beauties, traditional features and archaeological sites. Corfu island lies to the north of the Ionian sea at the entrance of Adriatic. The natural beauties of the island, the picturesque of the city and villages or the wide variety of the magnificent bays and beaches that gather thousands of tourists every year… Some of these beaches have also been awarded by the Blue Flag, the European guaranty for their cleanliness…

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Elsa’s Kopje is a luxurious oasis in the wilds of Meru National Park. The word “Kopje” means “small hill”, the lodge blends into the hillside of Mughwango Hill is George Adamson’s original camp. Meru is vast with arid, open plains dotted with Doum Palms and Baobab trees and lush vegetation along 13 rivers, like green ribbons, bisecting the Park. Here you’ll see a more diverse range of species than in any other Park or Reserve. Meru is famous for its bird life, including riverine and forest species as well as the arid dry country species.

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Surrounded by the third largest coral reef system in the world, the Turks and Caicos archipelago is a haven for marine life, birds, flora and fauna. Much of the land and water were made nature reserves long ago, leaving the islands to remain as they have always been, beautiful by nature. Amanresorts’ first foray in the Caribbean brings its signature style of uber-luxury to a fantasy island setting. Amanyara Spa therapists are trained to help create a personal program of yoga, meditation, massage and appropriate selection of essential treatments. Delicious natural and organic foods are prepared with care and respect for a balanced nutritional regimen.

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Milan is Italy’s cultural, industrial and financial center, it is also one of the main fashion centers in the world and the second biggest city in Italy. But probably what has made this city famous is its design and architecture. Business hub and crucible of chic, Milan is Italy’s most populous and prosperous city, serving as the capital of commerce, finance, fashion, and media. It’s a city with many important museums and wonderful monuments.

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This Central American country lies between Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the south. Costa Rica is an exotic vacation destination that has secluded white sand beaches. On the tour, you get to visit the lush rain forests and pristine beaches. While on a trip to Costa Rica, you can either go in for a rain forest canopy tour, whitewater rafting or can just relax at the beach. The Tortuguero National Park is 51,870 acres and one of the last large areas of tropical rain forest in Central America. Monkeys, storks, and river otters can often be seen along the water in addition to more than 300 species of birds.

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Wakaya Island is situated in the Koro Sea due east of Vitilevu -the main island of Fiji. Wakaya Club is one of the most amazing, luxurious, beautiful and relaxing resorts. Soaring cliffs, primeval forests, white crescent beaches, blue waters- the Wakaya Club presents the South Pacific at its most pristine. Located on a private 2,200-acre island, this exclusive, luxury resort offers every amenity imaginable, including 12 staff members to each guest couple, private beaches, gourmet cuisine, ocean view golf, state-of-the-art fitness center, breathtaking scuba and snorkeling and more.

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The Opus Hotel Vancouver is a deluxe hotel located in fashionable Yaletown. The Opus is Vancouver’s most stylish and contemporary boutique hotel, just steps away from the inner harbor, recreation, shopping, spas, and some of the city’s best restaurants. Guestrooms feature five unique schemes ranging from modern and minimalist to artful and eclectic, with fort and style as the unifying elements. Opened in September 2002 and recently voted one of the “World’s Best Places to Stay” by readers of “Nast Traveler magazine”. For your recreation and relaxation, the hotel features a fitness room and can arrange massage and full spa services upon request.

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Just three hours away from Vienna is Salzburg, the birth- place of Mozart. Take a hot air balloon ride over the Bavarian Alps and the Bad Ischl Lake District, followed by a carriage ride through the countryside by-lanes. Visit the Habsburg’s original family home and take in Mozart and Strauss symphonies at a delightful concert at the ancient Hohensalzburg fortress. Make your dreams of flying come true with a hot air balloon ride across the Alps! Fly gently as a bird above the snow-capped peaks in the Ennstal in comfort, style and safety. Which child hasn’t come under the spell of Jules Verne’s “Around the World in Eighty Days” and dreamt of riding the skies in a balloon? In southern Styria and elsewhere in Austria you can take off for an exciting balloon ride – not around the world, maybe, but far enough and high enough to be enthralled by the experience.

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The Clock Tower is a Turret clock structure at the north-eastern end of the Houses of Parliament building in Westminster, London, England. Big Ben is one London’s best – known landmarks, and look most spectacular at night when the clock faces are illuminated. You even known when parliament is in session, because a light shines above the clock face.

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