APRIL TRAVEL TRENDS ISSUE
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UPTREND SELLING HOTELS TOP
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Milan | ITALY
#1. Starhotels Rosa Grand Starhotel Rosa is located in the heart of old Milan, just a short walk from the piazza del Duomo, La Scala Theatre and the main shopping streets of Milan. The hotel’s entrance on via Pattari, a short walk from piazza Fontana, takes you back to the charm and ambience of the second half of the 19th century, with its entrance hall enriched by marble and mirrors, illuminated by multifaceted crystal chandeliers. Starhotel Rosa is in the heart of the city, half a block from the Duomo, near La Scala Theatre and the elegant shops of via Montenapoleone. This places the hotel in an ideal position for visiting historic and artistic Milan. Within a few minutes you can reach the Castello Sforzesco, the Brera Art Gallery, and the Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio. Business persons will find themselves in the immediate vicinity of the Stock Market and business district.
Las Vegas | US
#2. MGM Grand Mgm Grand is a 4-star hotel that aims to provide the best service possible for every guest of its. Making a hotel reservation at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino means you will have some of the greatest vacation experiences that you can ever have. Mgm Grand is part of MGM Resorts International which has many other hotels in different locations. The main landmarks located nearby Mgm Grand, though the hotel itself a famous landmark of the Las Vegas Strip, are Raiding the Rock Vault, Bellagio Fountains, Maverick Helicopters that offers sightseeing tours, CSI The Experience, University of Nevada, and Pinball Hall of Fame. Furthermore, many tour companies offering sightseeing tours around Las Vegas are located nearby MGM Grand Hotel & Casino. You can find Mgm Grand at 3799 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV. It’s situated in The Strip neighborhood. When you book your hotel rooms at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, you’ll be close to many popular attractions in Las Vegas, like Bali Hai Golf Club, Sands Expo Convention Center, and Clark County Library. MGM Grand Hotel & Casino is also close to the Ka Theatre by Cirque du Soleil, David Copperfield’s Warehouse Museum Apartment, Colosseum, Bali Hai Golf Club and main shopping hotspots such as Forum Shops, Fashion Show Mall and China Town Mall in Las Vegas.
Helsinki | SCANDINAVIA
#3. Scandic Park Helsinki Hotel Scandic Park Helsinki is a first class hotel ideally located opposite the beautiful hesperia park and Toolo Bay. Scandic Park Helsinki is one of the largest hotels in Scandinavia - offers a myriad of business and leisure services. The hotel is a large beige brick building with a glass facade and blue canopies at ground level. There is an attractively-tended area of grassland in front, as well as a private roundabout making drop-offs convenient. Scandic Park Helsinki is beautifully located in opposite the park and bay and within easy reach of city sights and business area. The international airport is just a 15 minutes drive. The city centre and the beautiful surroundings of Toolo Bay are within walking distance of Scandic Continental Helsinki. It is within walking distance of the Finnish National Opera, Finlandia Hall, Kiasma - The museum of Contemporary Art, The Finnish National Museum, The Parliament House and the city centre with its chic shops and boutiques.
Tokyo | JAPAN
#4. Hotel Gracery Shinjuku A stay at Hotel Gracery Shinjuku places you in the heart of Tokyo, walking distance from Studio Alta and Shinjuku Isetan. This hotel is close to Meiji Jingu Shrine and Tokyo Imperial Palace. Make yourself at home in one of the 970 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and pay movies provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily. Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services.
Porto | PORTUGAL
#5. Star Inn Porto Hotel Star Inn Porto is ideal for those who seek new experiences. It offers modern and comfortable decoration with 206 rooms, free internet access and area coffee opened 24h. Star Inn Porto is near Rotunda da Boavista, Bessa Stadium, and Porto City Hall. Another attraction in the area includes University of Porto. is near Rotunda da Boavista, Bessa Stadium, and Porto City Hall. Another attraction in the area includes University of Porto. Hotel Star Inn Porto offers 206 guestrooms in a 9-story property. Guestrooms feature satellite television. Business-friendly rooms are equipped with desks and direct-dial phones. Bathrooms include showers only and handheld showers. They also provide air conditioning. Services include housekeeping and wake-up calls.
UPTREND SELLING CITIES TOP
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#1. BIRMINGHAM Birmingham is the second largest city of the United Kingdom and a metropolitan. It does not matter if you have a passion for history or you are following your taste-buds, there’s a part of the Birmingham that will satisfy you. Birmingham is home to the Cadbury’s Chocolate, many past and present rock bands including Duran Duran, ELO,UB40, and Black Sabbath and very close to Stratford-upon-Avon which is the birthplace of Shakespeare. While you are in Birmingham you must visit Solihull,The Black Country, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, The Library of Birmingham which is the largest library in Europe worth of £189 million. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery which holds a significant selection of old masters – including major works by Bellini, Rubens,Canaletto and Claude – and particularly strong collections of 17th-century Italian Baroque painting and English watercolours. You can also visit local markets. Feast your self at one of the gastronomic restaurants, cool and/or secret cocktail bars, waterside bars. You can also take a cruise. The heritage site of Birmingham like Jewellery Quarter, Cadbury manufacturing plant and a former custard factory, transformed into a modern creative hub.
#2. HELSINKI Helsinki is the capital of Finland. It is a vibrant seaside city of beautiful islands and great green parks. The city’s rhythm is laid back yet at the same time refreshingly active in terms of both the number and quality of restaurants and nightclubs. Design, architecture, culture and shopping are all great exploration angles and large park areas, forests, lakes, and the coastline with numerous islands sprinkled off it make certain there’s no shortage of natural presence. The archipelago of Helsinki consists of around 330 islands, providing beautiful set-ups for days at the beach or weekend camping trips. Many of the islands, such as Suomenlinna and Pihlajasaari, can be reached by a regular ferry from early morning until late at night. A third of Helsinki is covered in green areas. Along with a score of sports grounds, they offer great possibilities for outdoor activities and relaxation. The large Central Park and its forests spread out just outside the city centre. While you are in Helsinki you must visit Fortress of Suomenlinna, Rock Church (Temppeliaukio Kirkko), Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, The Esplanadi Park, Helsinki Cathedral, Kamppi Chapel of Silence, Uspenski Cathedral, Old Market Hall, Pihlajasaari the getaway island, Hietaniemi Beach.
#3. CANCUN Cancun is a tropical paradise a part of heaven that remains one of the world’s top tourist destinations. This comes as no surprise when you consider how much Cancun has to offer. Cancun is place with great weather, pumping nightlife, many accommodation options and some of the coolest activities in Mexico, Cancun is where you want to be. Home to the world’s second largest barrier reef, Cancun is an ideal place for scuba diving and snorkeling. Gorgeous beaches of white sand caressed by warm, turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea stand out as the hottest spots in town, both literally and figuratively. Regarding the nightlife, there is no better place than beautiful Cancun. There are dozens of great bars, superclubs and even lounges to ensure the perfect night out. The aura of mystery and majesty still lingers around the Mayan archaeological sites such as Chichen Itza, Tulum and Coba to mention but a few. These are all within easy reach of Cancun by bus, or car or on one of the many tours. While you are in Cancun you must visit Cancun Isla Mujeres, Playa Tortugas, El Rey Ruins, Delphinus Dreams Cancun, Playa Delfines, Pok-Ta-Pok Golf Club, Interactive Aquarium.
#4. PUNTO CANA Punta Cana is famous for its beaches, upscale hotels and great golfing. Located on the east coast of the Dominican Republic, Punta Cana offers its guests scenic beach views, water adventures and family friendly conveniences. Punta Cana is the land of rest and relaxation. Where the Atlantic meets the Caribbean, large resorts offer all the comforts of modern living right on the beach. Punta Cana is a golfer’s destination, with 11 courses located all along the strip. You can grab your snorkeling gear and explore the coral reefs up close, or, if you’re advanced, team up with a certified Scuba instructor and dive in a little further. Not that those who want to stay dry need to look elsewhere. While you are in Punta Cana you must visit the most beautiful beaches in the world Bavaro Beach, Isla Saona, Macao Beach.
#5. DUBAI Dubai is extremely well known for its warm hospitality and rich cultural heritage, and the Emirati people are welcoming and generous in their approach to visitors. With year-round sunshine, intriguing deserts, beautiful beaches, luxurious hotels and shopping malls, fascinating heritage attractions and a thriving business community, Dubai receives millions of leisure and business visitors each year from around the world. Although Dubai is seen as a relatively young destination, it has a fascinating history and a vibrant heritage that offers visitors an intriguing glimpse into Arabian culture. Courtesy and hospitality are among the most highly prized of virtues in the Arab world, and visitors will be charmed by the warmth and friendliness of the people. Dubai’s culture is rooted in Islam, providing a strength and inspiration that touches all aspects of everyday life. While you are in Dubai you must visit: Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Al Fahidi Historic District, Souks & Deserts of Dubai, Dubai Museum, Hindi Lane, Wild Wadi Water Park, Madinat Jumeriah and you must do a desert safari.
UPTREND SELLING COUNTRIES TOP
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#1. AUSTRIA From the Alps in the west to the vineyards in the east, mighty river valleys to gorgeous cities, Austria has all you need for a memorable vacation. Austria is the home of the he classical music with famous operas and the composers throughout the history. It has the two famous cities Salzburg and Vienna which are famous with the opera house’s, concert halls. And Austria was home to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, Joseph Haydn, Franz Schubert, Johann Strauss and Johannes Brahms. Beside that Austria has the most stunning natural beauty and their food is without equal. Austria’s wine regions are both beautiful and easy to visit. In fact, once you step off the plane in Vienna, you have already arrived in one of the world’s most unique wine regions. The Styrian capital is well-known for its medieval city center and modern architectural highlights, with rolling hills lined with vineyards, orchards & bright pumpkin patches right outside the city. More than 100 years of skiing tradition, true Austrian alpine hospitality and exquisite gastronomy make the Arlberg region to one of a kind. Enjoy a perfect winter getaway!
#2. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Known with the warm and hospitable people Dominican republic is a destination like no other, featuring astounding nature, intriguing history and rich culture. Dominican Republic is the second largest and most diverse Caribbean country, situated just two hours south of Miami. Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the north and the Caribbean Sea on the south, Dominican Republic’s lush tropical island paradise boasts nearly 1,000 miles (1,609 km) of coastline, 250 miles (402 km) of the world’s top beaches, magnificent resorts and hotels, and a variety of sports, recreation and entertainment options. Discovered in 1492 by Christopher Columbus, the country overflows with fascinating history, museums and exciting cultural experiences like music, art and festivals, plus uniquely Dominican specialties such as cigars, rum, chocolate, coffee, merengue, amber and larimar. Santa Domingo is the largest, most animated, cosmopolitan city in the Caribbean area. Punta Cana is known the world over for stunning beaches, upscale hotels, romantic settings and amazing golf courses.
#3. SWEDEN Sweden is one of the homelands of the Germanic ethnicity and culture. The Goths, the Suevirs and the Norses (Vikings) all trace their origin back to Sweden (as well as Norway and Denmark for the latter). A significant portion of Sweden lies within a zone (called the ‘auroral oval’), where solar particles collide with gases in the earth’s atmosphere to create colourful ribbons of light known as the northern lights, oraurora borealis. Sweden have an affinity with nature, probably because most have access to a countryside cottage and spend as much time there as they can foraging for mushrooms and berries, taking a dip in a lake, relaxing with family and friends and enjoying an unspoiled environment. Sweden does its culture, heritage and arts proud throughout the country with cultural events, heaps of important historical sites, museums, art galleries and concert and theatre venues. Stockholm,Gothenburg and Malmö are the big hitters in terms of concentration of culture, heritage and arts events and sites in Sweden, but there are other fantastic places in the country to see Sweden’s past, present and maybe even future.
#4. ARGENTINA Argentina has its own spirit with natural wonders range from Andean plateaux and Patagonian glaciers to subtropical waterfalls and wildlife-rich wetland,rolling wine regions and snowy peaks. Buenos Aires might sit at the very edge of the country, gazing out across the Rio de la Plata, but it’s very much Argentina’s centrepiece. In the high-end neighbourhoods of Recoleta and Palermo you’ll find designer boutiques and trendy eateries, while historic San Telmo offers antique stalls, old-world cafés and an abundance of live music. In the north, scorched mountains and otherworldly rock formations characterise the Salta region, where Spanish and Gaucho traditions combine and Argentina’s famous white wines flourish. Elsewhere, try walking in the glistening Lake District, whale-watching off the coast at Puerto Madryn, meeting baby penguins in Punta Tombo or exploring the Jesuit chapels and farmhouses of Córdoba. Another of the country’s majestic natural beauties is the mighty Iguazu Falls, bordering Argentina and Brazil.
#5. INDONESIA The Republic of Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world comprising 13,466 large and small tropical islands fringed with white sandy beaches, many still uninhabited and a number even still unnamed. Among the most well known islands are Sumatra, Java, Bali, Kalimantan (formerly Borneo), Sulawesi (formerly Celebes), the Maluku Islands (or better known as Moluccas, the original Spice Islands) and Papua. Then, there is Bali” with its enchanting culture, beaches, dynamic dances and music. But Indonesia still has many unexplored islands with grand mountain views, green rainforests to trek through, rolling waves to surf and deep blue pristine seas to dive in where one can swim with dugongs, dolphins and large mantarays. Because of its location, and geology, Indonesia is blessed with the most diverse landscape, from fertile ricelands on Java and Bali to the luxuriant rainforests of Sumatra, Kalimantan and Sulawesi, to the savannah grasslands of the Nusatenggara islands to snow-capped peaks of West Papua. Culturally, Indonesia fascinates with her rich diversity of ancient temples, music, ranging from the traditional to modern pop, dances, rituals and ways of life, changing from island to island, from region to region. Yet everywhere the visitor feels welcomed with that warm, gracious innate friendliness of the Indonesian people that is not easily forgotten.
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