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Sunbathe - Cape Verde has been referred to as the new Canary Islands for its abundant sunshine. The islands of Sal, Boa Vista and Maio in the east offer unspoilt beaches and 350 days of sun a year. See turtles - The island of Boa Vista is said to be one of the most important loggerhead turtle nesting spots on the planet, used by the creatures before they cross the Atlantic. Swim in salt - Salt from the island of Sal is one of Cape Verde’s major exports and forms incredible vistas, as well as natural salt baths.
Canary Islands Weather: Avg. Daily Temp. ranges from 17°C - 24°C Best Time to Visit: December to March Hotels: Grand Hotel Residencia, Hesperia Lanzarote , La Quinta Roja, La Siesta, H10 Oasis Moreque, H10 Costa Adeje Palace, H10 Las Palmeras Shopping areas: Gran Canaria, Calle Castillo, El Corte Inglés, Bahianus Club Lanzarote, Yumbo Centrum Worth buying: Table decoration, Exotic crockery, Rugs and weaving, Leathers and hides Top Locations to visit: Tenerife,L anzarote, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Playa de las Americas, Tenerife south, Playa blanca, Costa Adeje, Puerto Rico, Maspalomas, Los Cristianos, Costa Teguise, Puerto del Carmen, Puerto de la Cruz, Caleta de Fuste
El Hierro — ‘The edge of the world’ is among the group of Canary islands. These islands are a Spanish archipelago located off the west coast of Africa. From west to east the main islands are La Palma, La Gomera, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote. The islands’ mild temperatures are why they have long been known as ‘the islands of eternal spring.’
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Cancun is a city in south-eastern Mexico, located on the north-east coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. It is a world-renowned tourist destination. The city is located off of the Caribbean Sea, and is one of the eastern-most points in Mexico. Cancún is located near/in Mexico’s Caribbean coast resort band , which is also famous as Riviera Maya.
Weather: Tropical wet and dry climate,Temp.range- 27 °C-32 °C Best time to visit: November to February
Hotels: Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach Resort & Spa, The Ritz-Carlton, Le Blanc Spa Resort, Hotel Villa Rolandi Thalasso SPA - Gourmet & Beach Club, JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa, The Beloved Hotel Playa Mujeres, Secrets The Vine Shopping areas: Kukulcan Plaza, La Isla, Coral Negro, Plaza Flamingo, Plaza La Fiesta, Market 28, Plaza Las Americas Shops in Cancun offer you plenty of opportunities to purchase gifts, travel needs, sporting goods, quality liquor, and more. Cancun is a duty-free zone; here you pay the lowest prices in Mexico on items such as perfume, spirits, and fine jewelry.
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Weather: Avg.Daily Temp. ranges 10°C -25°C Best Time to Visit: November to February Hotels: Ksar Char-Bagh, Mazagan Beach Resort, Sofitel Palais Jamai Fes, Sofitel Agadir Royal Bay Resort, Palais Amani, Amanjena, Sofitel Marrakech Lounge and Spa, Hotel La Mamounia Shopping areas: Marrakech Medina, Fes el Bali, Souk es Sebbat (Meknes), Tiznit Medina, Essaouira Medina, Rabat Medina Worth buying: Carpets, Leather, Argan Oil, Spices, Poufs, Silver Handcraft Jewelry, Thuya and other wood crafts Hot spots: Marrakech, Essaouira, Fes, Agadir, Casablanca, Tangier, Ouarzazate, Rabat, Merzouga
Nature is never far away in Morocco. Desert, mountains, valleys and sea - the country has plenty to offer fans of the outdoors! Hikers of all levels will love walking the Moroccan mountains. The new strap line “The country that Travels within you” of Morocco’s advertising campaign conjures up deeply the experience lived and which last in all memories.
Weather: Daily temp. ranges from 7°C - 21 °C throughout the year Best time to visit: Dec.- Jan. Hotels: Thanos hotels, InterContinental Aphrodite Hills Resort Hotel, Coral Beach Hotel & Resort, Amathus Beach Hotel, Anassa, Thalassa Boutique Hotel & Spa, Crown Resorts Horizon. Shopping areas: Aliathon Plaza, Kings Avenue Mall, City Shop, Debenhams Kinyras, Next Pafos, Debenhams, The Paphos Mall Worth buying: Antiques, Souvenirs, lace Traditional products like Soujoukos & Paloyzes, Spoon sweets in Syrop, Halloumi cheese, Trahanas(weat soup), Recreational areas: Kato Paphos Archaeological Park, Ayios Neophytos Monastery, Zephyros Adventure Sports, Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station, Ride in Cyprus Ltd.
Beautiful countryside, a cosmopolitan resort, historic sights as well as sporting activities, the Pafos region has something for everyone at any time of the year. Whether you are a sunseeker, explorer or someone looking for relaxing holiday with great scenery, there are so many reasons to visit this beautiful part of Cyprus. Paphos is a coastal city in the southwest of Cyprus and the capital of Paphos District. In antiquity, two locations were called Paphos: Old Paphosand and New Paphos. It lies on the Mediterranean coast, about 50 km west of the Limassol, which has an A6 highway connection. 24>>Harper’s Bazar>>DECEMBER 2012
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Cape Verde Situated in the Atlantic Ocean, 460km west of Senegal, the Cape Verde Islands are a Volcanic Archipelago made up of 10 main islands and 5 smaller ones.The islands are divided into two groups: Windward and Leeward. The Windward group is Boavista, Sal, Santo Antao, Sao Nicolau, Sao Vicente and Santa Luzia (uninhabited) while the Leeward group consists of Fogo, Brava, Maio and Santiago.
Weather: Dry Tropical climate, max. daily temp. range 25°C - 29°C Best time to visit: December Hotels: Clubhotel Riu Funana, Hotel Sabura, Clubhotel Riu Garopa, Clubhotel Riu Karamboa, Meliá Tortuga Beach Resort & Spa Shopping areas: Santa Maria, Ilha do sal, Praia, Sal Rei, Mindelo Worth buying: wood carvings, paintings, African masks, batiks, bongos and necklaces, bracelets, wood animals. Things to Do: Diving, Hill Walking, Fishing, Windsurfing or just relaxing on the beach. Explore - The historic center of Cidade Velha dates back to the 15th century and was the first European colonial outpost in the tropics, earning it a place on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2009. Climb a volcano - The island of Fogo is one massive volcano, which last erupted in 1995. Daring and fit travelers can climb Mount Fogo, although it takes around five hours each way and it’s advisable to take a local guide. Discover a legend - Singer Cesaria Evora is perhaps Cape Verde’s best-known export, and her songs capture the nature of life on her home island of Sao Vicente and her hometown, Mindelo, where her music is widely played and visitors can see her house. 22>>Harper’s Bazar>>DECEMBER 2012
One of the fastest growing cities in the world, Dubai offers visitors a diverse experience – from the quaint charm of traditional souks to awe inspiring modern skyscrapers. Whether you are on a short stopover or a longer vacation, Tour Dubai can organize a variety of cruises and excursions to suit your needs.
Weather:Average Daily Temp.ranges from 14°C to 27°C during winters. Best Time to Visit: November to April Hotels: Al Jazeera Royal, Abu Dhabi; Emirates Concorde Deluxe Hotel Apartments, Taj Palace Hotel, The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina, Fairmont Dubai, Burj Al Arab Shopping areas: Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, BurJuman, Deira City Centre, Festival Waterfront Centre, Ibn Battuta Mall, Wafi Mall Worth buying: Carpets, Perfumes, Khanjars, Pashminas, Bateel Dates, Gold from the Gold souq Hot spots: Dubai Desert Safari, XVA Gallery, Buddha Bar, Sezzam, Karachi Darbar, Burj al-Arab, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall.
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Weather: Moderate temp.during winters and daily temperature ranges from 18°C -22°C. Best Time to Visit: November to March Hotels: Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay, InterContinental Citystars Cairo, The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh, Four Seasons Sharm El Sheikh, Conrad Hotel Cairo, La Residence des Cascades Shopping areas: Green Plaza Mall, San Stefano Mall, Arkadia Mall, Hurghada Worth buying: Scarves, galabayias, perfume, silver, gold, alabaster or papyrus, camel bone items, Gouzlans Hot spots: Siwa Villa, Alexandria, Cairo, Luxor, Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, The Great Pyramid of Gizha. There is simply so much to do in Egypt for any foreign traveller. Egypt has its own charm, rich culture, history, activities and people to get close to. Take a walk in the streets of Maadi, Mohandiseen, Zamalek or Heliopolis, and see modern architecture and experience the unique way of life in Egypt. A dinner in Cairo tower, giving you the full view of whole Cairo, can be a wonderful experience. A cup of coffee at a local cafe/restaurant, while you look at local people passing by, can be a great time. Enjoy the desert adventures or boat the Nile, there is simply too much to do in Egypt.
The amazing, colossal monuments of Egypt never fail to astonish. The heat, light and the sight of the desert rejuvenates. The cool, silver waters invigorate. The romantic cruise along longest river of world simply dazzles the senses. A world-class getaway resort in the Red Sea Riviera is truly pampering. No place has that magic, mystery and pleasure as Egypt has. Explore wonderful Egypt tourism and get ready to discover a world of wonder. Egypt in North Africa is known worldwide for its oldest civilizations. 28>>Harper’s Bazar>>DECEMBER 2012
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It betokeneth warmth and growth; If west, much milk & fish in the sea; If north, cold n storms there’ll be; If east, the trees will bear much fruit; If north-east, flee it, man and brute!!
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-Goes an old proverb for the month of December. This festive month comprises of many customs, traditions and excitements. India comes alive in December with an eclectic mix of traditional and modern festivals and events. From classical to electronic dance music, and local performers to international DJs, it’s all on offer. Not to forget Christmas celebrations as well! Here, in India, December month is usually known for its shivering, penetrating, piercing cold climate, Christmas celebrations, and performances by bollywood celebrities on New Year’s Eve. But here we are going to reveal the secret of relaxation and enjoyment and help you in forgetting wintry December. In this December, we suggest seven holiday destinations.