Wine Festival comes to Guguletu

Businessmen, Mzoli Ngcawuzele and Lungile Mbalo, from Mzoli's Place have hired the Soweto Wine Festival organising team to launch the first Guguletu Wine Festival, taking place on the rooftop of the Guguletu Square Mall in Cape Town on 27 and 28 May.

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Marilyn Cooper, Cape Wine Master, co-founder of the Soweto Wine Festival and MD of the Cape Wine Academy, said she was very excited to be in partnership with Ngcawuzele and Mbalo because they were committed to turning the event into a regular Cape Town feature, adding that they had already had a great response from wine farms.

"We are delighted to be in Guguletu," said Cooper. "It is the next Soweto, and we know it is an important market to introduce to the wine estates, and it is just as important for the residents of Guguletu to meet their neighbours and experience the wonderful world of wine ... which is at their finger-tips."

Creating awareness, promoting Guguletu

Festival co-founder and spokesperson Mbalo said that getting a professional team together seemed like the logical decision as they wanted to see the festival grow in the same vein as the Soweto Wine Festival.

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"We have learned that you only ever work with people that have the same passion as you," said Mbalo. "It is time to raise your wine glass in Guguletu. We have the beautiful people, the class, character and the desire to enjoy wine and its lifestyle."

Mbalo says the aim of the festival is to create awareness amongst the broader population in the Western Cape with a view to expanding the wine base for wineries; to enhance Guguletu as a tourist destination; and to create awareness of the wine brands, consumption and availability of wine products among black people in the Western Cape.

The festival also aims to attract different racial groups, including business people, to view Guguletu as a tourist hub and business-friendly destination; and to provide a favourable environment to the wineries and sponsors that wish to position their brands within Cape Town's black middle class.

Passion for wine and professionalism

Festival co-founder Ngcawuzele is the owner of the successful restaurant Mzoli's Place in Guguletu, and a property developer behind the Guguletu Square Mall.

"Now that we have hired the right people, we are moving in the right direction. We all have a passion for wine and professionalism in business," said Ngcawuzele.

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The festival will have a large VIP area for invited guests, captains of industry and VIP media with entertainment, fantastic food and plenty of free flowing wine from the province's world-class wine estates. There will be approximately 50 wine exhibitors, wine lounges, big brand sponsors and around 2 000 visitors over the two days.

"This is a glamorous affair of middle class residents, top businesspeople and celebrities in Guguletu and Cape Town and will become a hot event annually," Ngcawuzele said.

Cooper will be managing the wine estate exhibitors, while Hot Salsa Media, sponsorship and PR professionals for the Soweto Wine Festival, will manage the sponsorship, public relations and media VIPs for the Guguletu Wine Festival

Three in one: Buddha�s Birthday, Enlightenment Day and Passing Away Day is Celebrated on Vesakha

On May 17th 2011, Buddhists throughout Southeast Asia celebrated Vesakha. The day is important to the followers of the faith for three reasons. First, it is the Buddha�s birthday. Second, it is the official day of Buddha�s enlightenment. And thirdly, it is Buddha�s passing away date. All in one day.

Vesakha falls on the full moon on Uposatha Day (typically the 5th or 6th lunar month). The date varies from year to year in the Western calendar, but usually falls in April or May.

The Buddha was born on a Friday during the Vesak full moon in the year of the dog (the year is speculated but is usually recorded as 563 BCE or 623 BC) in Lumbini, Nepal. At 35 years of age, Buddha obtained enlightenment under a Bodhi Tree in present day Bihar State, India on a Wednesday during the Vesak full moon in the year of the chicken. And finally, 80 years after his birth, Buddha passed away, again on a Vesak full moon during the year of the snake at Kushinagar, India.

The day may have been celebrated for centuries, but it was only until 1950 that the day was declared a holiday throughout the Buddhist world. Most businesses and schools are closed on this day as many take the time to relax during the day, pay homage to the Buddha and pray for family, friends and health in the early morning or during the evening.

So, what do the locals do to celebrate the birth of this important historical man? During this holiday, followers of Buddhism arrive at their local temples before dawn and give offerings such as flowers, candles or incense sticks to Buddha, the Dharma (Buddha�s teachings) and the Sangha (Buddha�s disciples). Others may choose to pay their respects in the evening. Followers will light their candles and incense sticks and along with flowers, circumnavigate around the temple in a clockwise direction. The three circles around the temple again represent the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha.

In addition, locals will try their best to help the unfortunate by offering donations and gifts. And to make things jolly and happy, many will devote time to decorating their local temples, in preparation for the morning and evening festivities.

Mainland Southeast Asia is a country filled with Buddhist mysticism and wonders. Temples, orange clad monks and wonderful relics await your discovery as you traverse through Theravada Buddhist Southeast Asia. For any questions and comments about our tours or any holidays or festivals, feel free to contact us.

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Is timeshare a financial investment?

Have you been scammed into buying a timeshare as an investment property because of rental weeks or marketing programs that you were offered during a fraudulent sales pitch?

Many timeshare scam organizations make promises that they will refer you to a company that will:

- rent weeks at your timeshare to cover the purchase price and maintenance fees or to make tens of thousands of dollars in profit

- sell a timeshare you already own in order to help you to purchase a new timeshare

- sell your timeshare for a profit

Timeshares are not financial investment properties! Often the promises of renting or selling your property are made verbally, and are not included in the contract that you sign when you purchase the timeshare. The salespeople persistently guarantee that your weeks can be rented or sold, but state that they are not able to include this in their contract as it will be a partner company that is responsible for listing the properties. Sometimes they will even show you a fax from their partner rental agency in the US stating that you are �guaranteed listings� and that rental suites at your property are in high demand by vacationers.

All of these false promises of an excellent return on investment entice vacationers to purchase timeshares. The resorts do not advise you that the companies they are referring you to will charge you an upfront fee to list your property.

Our clients have complained to us about companies such as Luxury Resort Management, Resort Rentals International, Dreams RSI or Regal Resales and Rentals, to whom they have paid several hundreds of dollars to list their properties on their websites. These types of companies promise to rent or sell timeshare properties for far more than the actual value. For example, they may offer to list your property for $2,800 per week when the actual amount that it may rent for is less than $500. These unrealistic prices and assurance of rentals or sales lure clients into paying the upfront fee for their services. They often promise to send you the contract and draft listing before even processing the fee on your credit card. However, the administration fee is processed right away, and clients do not receive the draft listing for several weeks.

The rental agent contract usually states that their company will represent your property on their website. When the clients go to the rental agency�s website, there are no actual listings of timeshare units. Sometimes there is a generic listing of the property, but no details about the price or description of the unit. Potential renters or buyers have no information by which to even become interested in purchasing your weeks in your timeshare. The websites only have online forms for people to contact the agency if they wish to sell or rent their timeshare, not to rent their client�s timeshares.

Six months or a year later, the client�s properties have not sold or been rented, and they have never been contacted by the property management or realty company, or any of their representatives. The property management companies have already received their fee, so there is no incentive for them to follow through on their false promises. These companies are not in the business of renting or selling properties. Their profits are solely made by the listing fees that vulnerable timeshare owners pay to them. In short, not only have the timeshare purchasers been scammed by the resort, but also by the rental agencies who make deceitful guarantees that they will rent or sell their properties.

Property managers and realtors in North America normally do not charge upfront fees to represent you in a rental or sale. Listing on their website is part of their normal service, and is an expense incurred by the agency in order to do business. Payment is made on a commission basis once they are successful in renting or selling your property.

Avoid being scammed again by dishonest sales practices! When thinking of purchasing, renting, or canceling a timeshare, make sure that you do not pay any money upfront for administrative fees. You work hard for your money, and it is important that these companies don�t try to take that from you. Honest organizations will work hard to render their services so that they get paid accordingly.

Flights to Miami

Miami is a favorite tourist destination with people from all over the world. When you visit this city, you are sure to fall in love with its beautiful locations and its Cuban as well as Hispanic culture. For these reasons and more, Miami has a huge price tag. So, if you want to plan your Miami trip and do not want to spend a fortune on air tickets then go for discount flights to Miami. Here is a guide on how to find cheap flights to Miami.

The airline that you choose when you are planning your cheap flight to Miami can make all the difference in making sure you get the best price possible on your seats. Because some of the airlines that are well-known to the general public often dominate flights to and from Miami, you can often find a cheap Miami flight by going with an airline that you haven't really heard about. All airlines are subjected to strict safety regulations and guidelines (which have increased greatly in the past decade) so that you can feel just as safe on a lesser-known airline as on a well-known airline. For this reason, become a smart shopper when it comes to finding cheap flights to Miami by checking out the different options that you have when it comes to airfare prices on other airlines, not just the "big" guys.

Check for package deals. If you are planning a trip to Miami for your family, you cannot go wrong when it comes to a great package deal that includes your cheap Miami flight. Many of the best package vacation deals to Miami include airfare to and from the city, rental car service once you reach Miami International Airport, and hotel accommodations or other lodging options for your trip. You can purchase most packages that include cheap Miami flights on a per-night or per person rate, and in general, the more people going, the less the cost per person or per night for each person on the trip. This is great incentive for taking more of your family with you; in fact, many people use these types of package bundles to Miami to arrange for the ultimate family reunion in the beautiful Florida sun. Either way, if it is just two people traveling or twenty people traveling, you will get cheap Miami flights when you book this way.

Avoiding flights to Miami on the weekend is also important in your strategy to locate the cheap Miami flights that you need for your trip. Weekend travel is the most expensive because there are a greater number of travelers that book weekend airfare to Miami, and return trips to Miami are more often taken on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Book your cheap Miami flight from Monday through Thursday, with the cheapest seats to be found on Monday, and rates increasing significantly each day - with the most expensive of these days being Thursday. From Friday through Sunday, ticket prices on Miami flights can be as much as forty percent more than through the week. Also, plan to return on one of the cheaper days as well, instead of opting for the traditional Sunday flight back home which can cost a lot more.

Reasons To Plan A Trip To Pink City - Jaipur

A trip to Jaipur city, the capital of Rajasthan will never disappoint any travelers. No matter what your preference might be, Jaipur caters to the needs of travelers of different age-groups and tastes. In fact a visit to this city, popularly known as the �Pink City� will definitely ensure memories that will last a lifetime.

There is a long list of tourist attractions in Jaipur to enjoy, however there are some solid reasons to plan a trip to Jaipur as soon as possible. Here are some Jaipur information for interested travel lovers:

Age old heritage: There are many tourist attractions in and around Jaipur that are living examples of the rich and vibrant heritage of India. Just a stroll around the different streets of Jaipur will allow tourists to have a glimpse of the cultural heritage of India. There are many world heritage sculpture and monuments in the city. The various monuments, temples, forts and castles, Jaipur palace and gardens and along with the citizens of Jaipur have worked hard to make Jaipur - a heritage city.

Forts and Palaces: The whole city of Jaipur is dotted with several architectural landmarks, stylish monuments and palaces that attract tourists like a magnet. These forts and palaces tell the tales of rich history of Jaipur. Some of the important landmarks include the Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Samod Haveli, Jantar Mantar, City Palace, Jaigarh Fort, Gaitore, and Nahargarh Fort.

Festivals and fairs: Year around there is many exciting and multicolored fairs and festivals in Jaipur. Some of the important festivals in Jaipur are the Gangaur, Elephant Festival, Teej Festival, Kite Festival are just a few of them to be named. Also tourists are attracted towards the growing Jaipur International Film Festival held in January and DSC Jaipur Literature Festival. Look for tourism Jaipur info to know about the dates of various festivals and fairs.

Arts and crafts: The beautiful art and craft works of Jaipur is an important aspect of tourism Jaipur. The various handicraft products of Jaipur make perfect souvenirs to take back home. Here visitors can look for semi-precious stones or pearls, miniature paintings, silver jewelry items, lacquer bangles and hand stamped fabrics.

Folk culture: The folk dance and music traditions give a new meaning to the culture of Jaipur. Some of the dance forms here are Ghoomar dance, gair ghoomar, gair, chari dance, kachhi ghodi, fire dance, drum dance, kathputli, maand etc. As far as music is concerned, tourist must hear artists playing the instruments like the morchang, sarangi, tanpura and naad. Check out relevant Jaipur information to know about dance and music shows that are organized regularly.

Mouth watering cuisine: The cuisine of Jaipur is rich and offers many delicacies to satisfy the appetite of different taste buds. Some of the famous food items include Dal-Bati Churma, Khatta, Dahi Vada, Mawa Kachori, Besan Ka Gatta, Ker Sangri, Mishri Mawa, Ghevar, Jalebi and Chakke Ki Sabji to name a few. The unique cooking style gives a unique flavor to the dishes.

There are many online and offline travel companies that offer relevant Jaipur information to help people plan their trip here as soon as possible. So, wait no more and plan your Jaipur trip SOON!

Best places to visit in Frankfurt

There are enormous places of tourist interest in Frankfurt, a famous tourist destination in Germany. Some of the most important places among them are discussed in the article.

1.Bethmann Park: This is the most beautiful landscape in Frankfurt. The structure of the park symbolizes a perfect refuge which is hidden behind some stone walls and that too in the busiest part of the city. Away from the noisy and busy environment of the city, this is a calm and peace giving atmosphere full of beautiful flowers and oases which gives us a breathe of pollution free refreshing air.

2.Kaiserdom: This is also known as St.Bartholomew Cathedral of the Emperors. This was built in the 13th century. This cathedral which is in the city of Frankfurt symbolizes a treasured artwork. This is considered as the most valuable and noticed building in the whole region of Frankfurt. This has been attracting people for more than hundred years during Germany tour.

3.Romerberg: Romerberg is the most fascinating and impressive old square in the city of Frankfurt. This center features many old buildings and churches from the early 14th and 15th centuries. These buildings were all destroyed during the 2nd world war but were completely rebuilt after that.

4.Dom: This is the main cathedral in Frankfurt that was built in Gothic style mainly during the 14th century. From the period 1562 to 1792, the major emperors of the Roman Empire were crowned in this cathedral.

5.Eiserner Steg: This is a well known foot bridge built in 1869 for the pedestrians. By crossing the bridge you can reach Sachsenhausen and we can get a beautiful view of the skyline. It is only a minute walk from the Rome.

6.Hauptwache: This is a public area that is considered as the center of the most modern town area of Frankfurt. This importance comes due to the use of this particular area as public transport station. This also comes in between the main shopping street, Rossmarkt and the Eschenheimer Tor. This place was named after the Baroque building.

7.Alte Oper: The renaissance Opera building is located in the central part of the city. In front portion of the street we can find a busy square that is filled up with fountains. This was originally inaugurated in the year 1880. After the destruction during the Second World War it was successfully reconstructed and used for concerts, congresses and other fancy items.

8.Borse: This has a bull and bear statues outside the building. This is the Frankfurt stock exchange building that is still used for the purpose. Unless otherwise registered for a Frankfurt tour in advance you cannot even enter the premises of the building.

9.Paulskirche: First democratically elected government was seated in this company. This happened in the year 1848.

10.Sachsenhausen: This is the part of the city that is south of the Main river. The old part of the city is famous for the cider bars.

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The 5 best places for 'Rooms with a View'

With summer just around the corner, lighten up your meeting with a meeting space that has a 'room with a view'.

Planning a unique meeting is often a difficult job� but with everyone wishing the summer would come around, we at Great Hotels of the World have given you the perfect 'rooms with a view' to provide you with the best venues for brightening up your meeting.

1. Le Meridien RA

Playa de San Salvador, Spain

Located on Spain's celebrated Costa Dorada coast is Le Meridien RA. This hotel is the ultimate place to hold your meeting if you�re looking for a 'room with a view' as it is ideally located on a stunning beach, enabling your delegates to enjoy the natural beauty of the Catalunya region. Le Meridien RA also offers a variety of meeting space, whether it is in their boardroom, their RA room or breakouts in their Discovery Meeting rooms, the hotel offers great choice. You are also able to make the most of the outdoors as the hotel enables you to have tea breaks in their bamboo gardens, lunch in the sunshine on their pool deck or terraces or team building exercises on the beach.

The hotel also boasts an outdoor swimming pool, fantastic spa and wellness centre, several restaurants and a piano bar. La Meridien RA can also offer many incentive attractions such as, wine and cava tours, meetings and tastings, quad biking, horse riding and trips to Casals Villa.

2. Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte

Viareggio, Italy

Overlooking the stunning Tirrenian coast, Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte serves perfect for meeting 'rooms with a view'. The meeting rooms reflect the history and charm of the hotel whilst still providing the latest technological equipment. The hotel has many truly unique features as each of the five floors of the hotel have been decorated with a different style: International, Art Deco, Colonial, Empire and Modern. There is also the opportunity to soak up the breathtaking panoramic views from the bright sea veranda at the Piccolo Principe gourmet restaurant and the Regina Restaurant which overlooks the sea.

The hotel features a wellness centre, gym, library and outdoor swimming pool on the fifth floor, enabling delegates to enjoy the view even during relaxation time. Delegates are also able to have lunch by the poolside, on the beautiful terrace and in the adjacent panoramic restaurant bar, making this hotel the ideal location to soak up the beautiful views.

3. Blau Porto Petro Beach Resort and Spa

Mallorca, Spain

Blau Porto Petro Beach Resort nestles across a 900-metre stretch of seafront on the eastern coast of Mallorca, near to the pretty fishing village and marina of Porto Petro. Newly opened in 2005, all rooms within the hotel have stunning sea views and are surrounded by a fragrant pine forest which extends to the sandy beach, making it the perfect place for securing 'a room with a view' for your meeting. There is also wide variety with 7 meeting rooms for up to 550 people to choose from, with natural daylight and magnificent views over Porto Petro's marina. Outdoor events are also possible � on their beach, terraces, gardens, swimming pool area or open-air amphitheatre.

The hotel also offers top incentive attractions such as golf at the nearby courses, sailing excursions, jeep excursions around the island, mini Olympics for team building which can be arranged by the hotel and visits to the caves of Drach. Facilities at the hotel also include a spa and fitness centre, several swimming pools, four specialist restaurants and a wide range of sporting facilities including several tennis courts.

4. Vogue Hotel Avantgarde

Antalya, Turkey

Ideally situated in Kemer, Antalya, Vogue Hotel Avantgarde is set amidst beautiful seaside scenery, providing the ideal setting for a 'room with a view' as the basis for your meeting. The hotel's ballroom can also be divided into three separate meeting rooms with the latest technological equipment, enabling your meeting to run as smoothly as possible. The hotel also offers guests a wide selection of accommodation including guestrooms, suites and villas.

There are a wealth of facilities on site, including restaurants, bars, tennis, football and basketball courts, a cinema, a shopping centre and a spa, which includes a snow room, steam room, saunas, Jacuzzi, Hammam, Turkish bath, pool and treatment rooms. Topping this is the hotel's Water World, which offers 3,000 square meters of both indoor and outdoor pools. Incentives offsite are also available including sightseeing trips to local, natural and historical attractions, paintballing, canoeing, horse-riding and fishing yacht tours.

5. AR Diamante Beach Spa Hotel and Convention Centre

Calpe, Spain

Located just moments from Calpe's Levante Beach on the Costa Blanca, is AR Diamante Beach Spa Hotel and Convention Centre. Blending both excellent leisure facilities with business facilities, AR Diamante serves perfect for those looking for a meeting 'room with a view'. With its giant 2000sqm meeting space which can hold up to 700 people, this hotel is the one and only place to hold your event on the Costa Blanca. The space can also be divided into 11 rooms for smaller events and comes complete with gorgeous high ceilings and the latest technology.

The hotel also offers top incentive attractions including kayaking and various water sports and has a wealth of facilities on site. This includes three outdoor pools, two bars, three restaurants and a spa including hydro-massage beds, Jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish baths and Roman baths.

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The 5 best places for your stag or hen party

Are you organizing a stag or hen party, but don�t know where to go? We compiled this top 5 with the very best places in the world to celebrate a stag or hen party.

Barcelona

A perfect destination for a stag or hen party is Barcelona. This cultural and sunny city had loads of activities to celebrate a lovely stag or hen party weekend!

A great way to start the weekend for the ladies is with some Salsa or Flamenco dancing classes. These classes are offered throughout the city. After some dancing it�s time for some tapas. Barcelona has many good tapas restaurants and also a lot of good tapas cooking courses� So whether you would like to create your own tapas or just enjoy a great tapas dinner made by a chef, Barcelona has enough to offer� Other popular girlie activities are wine tasting and off course shopping.

For men Barcelona also has loads to offer. They could start their weekend with a treasure hunt a la Pirates of the Caribbean or go kayaking and explore the beautiful Costa Brava! The beach of the Costa Brava is perfect for a nice barbecue. Also great are the football packages to Barcelona�s popular football stadium Camp Nou.

Going out in Barcelona is spectacular for everyone. It has many trendy clubs to party until the early hours. For a special night like a stag or hen party you should arrange VIP club entrance, which can be arranged in many clubs.

The perfect stay for your weekend in Barcelona is Hotel Barcelona Princess. http://www.ghotw.com/hotel-barcelona-princess

Amsterdam

Amsterdam is also a great city for a stag or a hen party. You could start in the afternoon with making the famous Dutch wooden shoes; �klompen� or something else that�s typically Dutch: make Dutch cheese. The city is also renowned for its endless shopping streets and beer tasting. Amsterdam has restaurants for everyone�s taste. Whether it is Indian, Argentinean, Thai or a Dutch pancake house, it�s all there. The restaurants of hotel Okura are famous for their magnificent cuisine. In the evening you should visit a brown caf�, this are small, cosy caf��s. For a great dinner and a nice stay you should stay at hotel Okura. http://www.ghotw.com/hotel-okura-amsterdam

London

London really is a city that never sleeps and so a great place for a stag or hen evening. A great way to get ready for this evening for the girls is to visit Space NK. Space NK has luxury make-up and has stores throughout London. Here you can arrange lovely make-up parties. You can also opt for the Beyonc��s Single Ladies dance class. In this class you will learn how to dance like Beyonc� and it will sure be a lot of fun. London has many good restaurants from fish and chips until Japanese, so it is great for everyone�s taste. A glamorous way of getting to the club is by limousine, this can be easily arranged because there are many limousine hire companies in the city. London has several big clubs but if you prefer to go for beers in the pubs then London is also the perfect place for you party.

Dubai

Relax in luxury in the world�s most luxurious destination� Dubai. Why not spend the already stressful time before your wedding in a relaxation paradise. A great way to celebrate a stag or hen weekend is to hire a yacht for a few days. Cruise along the white sandy beaches of Dubai, dive from the yacht into the sparkling blue water. What is better than unwind and party on your own private yacht with your friends? In case you�re getting sea sick you can always stay overnight in a luxurious hotel. A great stay would be at hotel Al Hamra Fort. http://www.ghotw.com/al-hamra-fort

Berlin

Berlin is known as the party capital of Europe and therefore the perfect place for a stag or hen party. Your clothes for the day are typical German Lederhosen for the guys and the Dirndl for the girls (which is a typical German dress). Experience the city by taking the Beer Bike through the streets of Berlin. This Beer Bike is actually a riding bar, where you can sit on with your friends and enjoy German beers. A great evening for the guys would be in Berlin�s massive casino �Spielbank Berlin� on the Potsdamer Platz. This is a casino with four floors and it offers a wide selection of games. A yummy activity for the ladies is a cocktail class in one of Berlin�s trendy clubs.

THE 5 BEST PLACES TO HOLD YOUR FINANCIAL MEETING

Finding it tough to find a meeting space that�s just the right size to hold your financial meeting?

It�s just the right time to start planning your next financial meeting � but as venue finding can be a highly time consuming task, we at Great Hotels of the World have given you our very best suggestions for venues to hold your next financial meeting.

THE TOP FIVE

1. Hotel Savoy Moscow, Moscow, Russia

Located at the very core of the capital, the prestigious Hotel Savoy Moscow brings together state of the art facilities with an air of traditional style. Having opened in 1913 with an extensive renovation in 2005, the hotel combines a neoclassical feel and an ornate charm with a high level of comfort and luxury. The hotel is perfect for financial meetings with its banquet room �Savoy�, a separate room for financial meetings with a unique interior in the style of the Versailles Palace. In addition, �The Winter Garden�, a spacious hall with capacity to seat up to 170 people, is perfect for all kinds of business activity and a further room �The Alpen Rose� is also a great choice for a smaller financial meeting seating up to 15 people with a refined interior.

The hotel boasts 67 elegant guestrooms and suites, a Hermitage lobby-bar, art boutique, fitness centre and swimming pool. The hotel also features a renowned restaurant, designed to mirror the elegance of Versailles Palace and offers guests a distinctive fine dining experience with authentic Russian and European culinary delights.

2. Hesperia Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Hesperia Madrid is set in the heart of the business and commercial centre of Madrid. The hotel facilitates a wide variety of space for your financial meeting, whether it be for a small or large capacity, as it features six meeting rooms seating up to 550 people. The influence of prestigious interior designer Pascua Ortega makes itself clearly felt in the hotel's meeting rooms, which provide open and welcoming spaces alongside more private, comfortable rooms. Rooms can also be divided into two separate spaces to adapt to all kinds of events and business meetings.

Hesperia Madrid also has a wide range of beautifully designed rooms and rooftop suites complete with private Jacuzzis. The hotel boasts an exclusive Sky Gym located on the top floor with panoramic views of the city and the latest high-tech equipment. There is also a spa located two minutes from the hotel which offers special guest rates for those looking for the ultimate in relaxation. Dining is equally impressive with several restaurants offering sumptuous cuisine, including Santceloni restaurant, which boasts two Michelin Stars.

3. Town Hall Hotel and Apartments, London, England

Formerly the Bethnal Green Town Hall, The Town Hall Hotel and Apartments is set close to the financial district located in London�s East End. The building has been carefully restored to maintain its original features but with an added contemporary twist. Meetings and events at Town Hall are more than just gatherings, the atmospheric rooms and seamless organisation adds up to an exceptional venue for your financial meeting. The Bethnal Hall is made up of four interconnected rooms which can be separated or joined to make a large theatre. Extremely flexible, it is an ideal choice for financial meetings as it can accommodate from 22 to 188 people. Their assembly room, a smaller board-room style venue can also be hired to provide further space.

Inside the Town Hall Hotel & Apartments, guests will find various works of art created by up and coming artists. Each of the rooms feature a mixture of one-off vintage furniture and the apartments also boast designer kitchens. Guests can also enjoy the hotel�s indoor swimming pool and high-tech gym. A world-class chef, Nuno Mendes, heads the onsite restaurant, providing impressive dishes that are both visually stunning and delicious. Nuno oversees all food prepared for their Conference and banqueting events. 

Admire the stunning Dubai skyline from the comfort of your charter yacht

With yacht rentals Dubai, you can explore the gorgeous coastline and admire the spectacular landmarks of this spirited city. Based on the variety of options this city provides, it has emerged as the favorite hotspot among tourists. Adorned with huge skyscrapers and pristine beaches, Dubai attracts tourism like honey a group of bumblebees.

Yacht rentals in Dubai have become very popular owing to the excellent experience they provide. You can relish the sunny days by indulging in diving, fishing, snorkeling and other water activities and the nights can be spent leisurely enjoying the fantastic light displays and colorful illuminations in the privacy of your chartered yacht. There are different types, sizes and capacities of yachts available for hire. It all depends upon the size of your holidaying group and your budget and the places you want to visit. Combine it with Dubai yacht rentals and you get a perfect holiday that you would never forget.

In Dubai there are several yacht charter companies that would provide yachts to any destination you want. There are tour packages which cover the most exciting places of interest to tourists. With Dubai yacht rentals, you can discover the seaside of Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Mussandam with your group, family, friends or corporate clients and partners. Not only holidays, you can even organize various business meetings and conferences aboard your chartered yacht. Yacht rentals in Dubai are an ideal way to work in an invigorating atmosphere. Most of the companies provide crewed yachts. On these yachts, you can savor varied native as well as international delicacies, depending on the menu you chose while booking.

Dubai is endowed with nature�s bountiful splendor that you would be witnessing every second of your stay there. In addition to that, you can also visit three man-made islands, namely, Jumeirah, Jebel Ali, and Deira. They stand as the proof of Dubai�s architectural dreams and their materialization. With over 25 striking destinations on offer, Yacht rentals in Dubai are one of the most promising holidaying choices. The fulfilling joy and tranquility you take back as a souvenir stays with you for a long time.

Indian immigrants Prefer Southern Australia

Sound figures of Indian population migrate to several popular immigration destination of the world. Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand and USA are the top among the list of preferred immigration destinations by Indian immigrants. Indian immigrants majorly choose for skilled immigration or business immigration. Indian skills and business talents are well reputed internationally and welcomed by every country and community.

Australia has been consistently raging among preferred immigration place for Indian migrants. Last year most of the Indian migrants choose to migrate to southern part of the Australia. Indian community reflects a good part of permanently established migrants in Australia. More and more Indian population is opting for this part of the Australia as their future nation for better employment and permanent residency. Past year, this part of Australia experienced a significant surge in migration figure that is by seventeen percent under permanent residency program. Increase in other visa programs are also been experienced by the immigration department of Australia.

India and UK populates are peak on list of migrant influx to Australia as a large figure of these nation�s habitants moving to South Australia as revealed by DICA reports. More than 11,400 migrants move to Australian southern parts in search of job and permanent settlement. The flow in immigration influx to Australia is an aftermath of flourishing industrial and mining activities in Australia last year. In recent times, Australia reflected several encouraging financial news from big corporate, mining industry and employment market. More encouraging financial news is on the way to boost global immigrants to the Aussies land in near future.

Visa and immigration programs of Australia are being strengthened by latest reforms as declared by the Aussies Government. The government has adopted many strategic steps to have room for surging worker demand. Immigration Ministry acknowledged that they are trying to be a focus for the best skills and foreign business talents from the pool of prospective visa applicants willing to come to Aussies land. Many public welfare programs are announced to facilitate abroad communities to integrate into the society. These immigration news and reports will provide better migration motivation for skilled talents from India.

Cheap Hotels Adelaide: Simply The Best

Adelaide has always been a popular destination in Australia whether you are looking beauty or culture. Adelaide is the capital city of South Australia and attracts large number of visitors every year. This city offers a delightful mixture of colonial buildings, beautiful parks and wide relaxing streets. Not only as a tourist destination but the city also has a reputation of educational hub. This city is famous for lively art scenes and is a terrific destination for festival enthusiasts. If you are looking for cheap hotels Adelaide then proper research and scheduling will help you to find cheapest hotel along with best holiday deal.

Booking your cheap hotels in Adelaide in advance is one of the best ways to grab cheap rates offer on hotel deals. The city offers number of attractions to visit like Art Gallery of South Australia, North Terrace Street, SKYCITY Adelaide casino, race courts and lots more. Majestic Roof Garden Hotel, Miller Apartments Adelaide, Plaza Hotel, The Sebel Playford Adelaide Hotel these are the names of the cheap hotels. These hotels offer relaxed accommodation, fine ambience and a long list of amazing facilities to the visitors. All hotel rooms are equipped with basic amenities like TV with cable connection, high speed internet access, coffee maker and telephone. Apart from all these facilities, there is a fine dining restaurants is also there that offer delicious food service.

For saving your hard earned money on accommodation you should make hotel reservation in advance or in off season. At that time there is a great chance of availing good discounts. Online booking is one of the easiest ways to look out for cheap hotels in Adelaide in a hassle free manner. Additionally, you have the facility of making comparison of all competitive hotels deals easily and carefully. This will help you to pick the most suitable cheap hotel Adelaide at a cheapest price.

Find the best hotel deal at a competitive rate and enjoy this city without hurting your budget.

Visit The Burj Khalifa-The Tallest Building In The World

The Burj Khalifa: Standing Tall and Proud

The United Arab Emirates owns the distinction of having the tallest building internationally. Measuring a staggering 2,717 feet (828 meters), the Burj Khalifa, formerly known as Burj Dubai, is the highest man-made structure in history. It can be found along Sheikh Zayed Road generally business district in Dubai.

This marks the second time the Middle East has claimed the honor of having the tallest artificial structure in the world. The Great Pyramid of Giza once held that distinction for many hundreds of years until England built the Lincoln Cathedral in 1311.

Named in honor of one or more of the project's top supporters and the actual president of the United Arab Emirates and king of Abu Dhabi, Khalifa bin Sayed Al Nahyan, the Burj Khalifa gained the attention and recognition of the rest of the world. It was constructed with the primary goal of diverting the country's image from a debt-ridden oil-producing country into a tourist mecca generating necessary income and investments. Conceptualization and construction began in 2004 and the building was launched on January 4, 2010 during the rise to the throne of Dubai's Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashin Al Maktoum.

The Burj Khalifa was designed by architect Adrian Smith and engineer Bill Baker who were with Chicago's Skidmore, Owings and Merrill (SOM) right at that moment. Among the other groups involved in the actual construction were South Korea's Samsung Engineering and Construction (primary contractor) and Besix and Arabtec. Emaar Properties served as the project's developer. The $1.5 billion tower was inspired by Islamic traditions and culture and featured patterns prevalent in Islamic architecture. The three-lobed base of the building was patterned after the flower Hymenocalli.

Among the lavish features of the Burj Khalifa are the 57 double-deck elevators with modern LCD displays for the visitors' entertainment. There are also eight escalators and a total of 2,909 stairs. The 124th floor showcases the highest open-air observation deck internationally, the At the Top. It was opened to the public on the 5th of January, the day after Burj Khalifa's inauguration and also houses the Behold Telescope.

Apart from being the tallest building ever, the Burj Khalifa holds a number of other records. Among them are:

� The most number of floors (160) - beating the former record holder Willis Tower by 52 floors

� The highest occupied floor (160th floor)

� The highest pool - situated at the 76th floor

� The highest nightclub - located at the 144th floor

� World's highest mosque - discovered on the 158th floor

� The highest outdoor observation deck at 1483 feet - aptly named At the Top and situated at the 124th floor; it is the second highest observation desk on record

� The highest restaurant - At.mosphere that is on the 122nd floor and at a height of 1450 feet, a distant 302 feet over CN Towers' 360 restaurant

� The world's fastest elevator which goes at a speed of 64 kilometers per hour

� The highest elevator installation

� The tallest man-made structure that has residential features, and

� The world's highest New Year's Eve celebration and firework display

 
Mobile Homes and Their Advantages

Mobile homes are the ones which are moveable and can be placed anywhere. People who love to explore different places and add to their experiences, it�s an idea thing. These homes are used quite widely in many countries. They are the ones with free hand to the owner to take them to any place they like. These are mostly used in United States and Israel. These are used in different weather conditions, they can be moved to some other places to avoid rainstorms, heavy snowfalls etc. these homes are lifted on the trucks and heavy machinery to take them to other places. Financing for these mobile homes can be very difficult to arrange. Most banks won�t finance these manufactured homes when there is no land included in the loan. There are some companies that specialize in mobile home loans and mobile home financing. They can finance and refinance mobile homes in parks. There are countries that allow the financing of these mobile homes.

The United States Department of Agriculture has rural development guaranteed loan and direct loan programs for low-income individuals living in small towns and rural areas who currently have inadequate housing. The restrictions on loans involving manufactured homes require that the unit be brand-new, located on a relatively small lot and sold to the new occupant as a package deal. The biggest problem with this program is that once the unit has been occupied, new buyers will not be able to qualify for the same type of loan, as the home is no longer new, making it difficult for the current occupant to "trade up" to a larger or better property. Once you have come up with a mobile home you can use it for either purpose. If you live in a place where there are rain storms and floods you can use this mobile home and can take it to somewhere that is safe.

Other than that these are pretty useful for companies and agencies that provide you with various services and products. You can put the stock in that mobile home and use it commercially for marketing and selling of your items. Also it adds to your safety, while a tornado, hurricanes or heavy winds might cause minor damage to a site-built home, it could do significant damage to a typical built home, especially an older model or one that is not properly secured. Also, structural components (such as windows) are typically weaker than those in site-built homes. 70 mile per hour or winds of more speed and intensity can destroy a mobile home in a matter of minutes. Many brands offer optional hurricane straps, which can be used to tie the home to anchors embedded in the ground. There are many companies who can design your mobile homes according to your want adding to your costs and also to the advantages. In a nutshell, these are multipurpose and efficient that has a lot of advantages and can ease your life.

You Beautiful Lovers Can Sit Back In Your Paris Boats And Enjoy The View

Paris is known to be a romantic city. One goes to this amazing place to be dazzled by the modern beauty is provides but has well kept its historical value. It is the third in the list of being an influential city across the world. It is known to have a beautiful river the Seine River which is flowing across the capital of France.

This Seine River is 777 kilometers in length and is visited by tourist when traveling to Paris. All one has to do is go through the choices of Paris boats and peniche paris to be able to enjoy the scenery that Paris has to offer. The boat rides are known to be heavenly and boats its self is full of colorful decorations that attract the tourists. Going around the Seine River or just along the city canals make you realize and dream how it was in the olden time where people travel through this river. Merchants and lovers sit back in their Paris boats and enjoy the view and as you imagine being them you will be transported to the old time. This is one of the best rides you will enjoy as this provides the unique ambiance one cannot capture in any other country.

It is worth the ride to go around the river as it only takes one day. As you travel around the river you will see the historical beauty the city has to offer however most tourists go through this river to enjoy the history it brings to them. The river is known to have many mysteries and a lot of activities that went on in the past.

As one travels to the city of Paris he should never forget to go through this magnificent river as it is one of the most talked about destinations to visit in the world. However the Barge Paris is not just for a travel along the Seine River you can also use this to travel across other parts of the city.

It is fairly easy to travel along the river. The best way to do it is to rent a boat or a barge. You can opt to bring a tourist guide with you or just travel with a boat man. However it is your responsibility to bring all the necessary documents that is needed by the travel agency to assist you in your tour. They create a tour package just for you based on your plans. They can offer you great evening tours around Paris without having to plan it on their own.

As early as now if you plan to go to Paris start planning your itinerary and look at the different options that are available to you. location de salles. 

Features of Resort Wear

Resort wear is a specialized clothing style, as well as a year-round fashion "season". Sometimes known as "cruise wear". It was originally marketed by upscale stores and collections only to very affluent customers who were expected to spend the post-Christmas/New Year's weeks in warm-weather climates. Resort wear is very easy to carry and comfortable. Not only in India, but people across the globe love wearing it. I believe for outings or weekends the fashion conscious lot are updating their racks with resort wear; the key factor is to flaunt something very different and easy going. People generally avoid the fitted and heavy clothes

From walking shorts, caftans and sandals, to full-length evening dresses for women and light dinner jackets for men, resort wear is unique in its design and function.[citation needed] Resort wear is generally made from cotton, silk, denim, microfiber, straw and poplin that are easy to pack, lightweight and breathable. They are easy to clean and look great without ironing or fuss, much like the new hair styles that are casual, yet very fashionable.

The style has gained enormous popularity for many[who?] who demanded the comfort and ease of care the old summer clothes had, but tired of the stereotypical t-shirts, shorts and baseball caps seen by the masses. This newly-defined style instantly combines comfort and easy care with a fashion sense, comfort and personality, thus its sudden rise in visibility is no surprise.

It is characterized by the "nautical" style, inspired by sailor and yachting themes, classic Hawaiian prints of palm trees and hula girls, brushed denim from San Francisco, bright floral prints from South America, minty greens, yellows, blues and whites from the Mediterranean and natural materials and glove-weight leathers from the Caribbean. Large hats, sunglasses, open-toed shoes and innovative waistlines complete the look of sun-soaked destinations. The style has already been the subject of small runway shows in New York, Paris and Milan.

Resorts in Ranikhet is quite unique when you think about it. Initially directed towards a small pocket of people who could afford to whisk themselves away to warmer climates for the holidays, the fashion industry has now deemed 'resort wear' a "season".

Resort wear appropriate for men and women are �country club� type clothing. Since the invitation is for dinner, then evening resort attire for men would be nice slacks, polo shirts, button down shirts, nice shoes or sandals, with the option of wearing a sport coat. For women: nice pants, skorts, skirts, nice top, casual dress, sundress, nice sandals or casual shoes. The length of the skirt or dress is knee length or longer.

Resort wear is getting big in India, especially Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata and many other places with key factor being all-year-round hot/humid weather. People like simple and loving silhouette with flowy fabrics. Resort wear is a very trendy and eye-catchy line. It is something very unique, fun-filled and relaxed. People get bored with the conventional and embroidered party-wear in regular days, and so for an outing they want something more flowy with easy silhouette with chiffon and soft jersey materials. Moreover, the fabric makes it comfortable."

A Road Trip To Jamaica

If you are planning a holiday to Jamaica, know that there is more to the beautiful Caribbean country than simply its beaches and the spectacular shoreline. Beyond the usual tourist traps there is much on offer and so if you want to experience the real Jamaica, you can go off the beaten track.

Jamaica is known for its friendly people and warm hospitality and there is no better way to experience it than by staying in your private Jamaica villas, cottages and apartments that are your home away from home. Offering the best of comfort, privacy, space and services these Jamaica accommodation rentals are more affordable than hotels and provide you the perfect opportunity to explore the island at your own leisure and pace.

Once you have settled in your Jamaica villas, you can take to the roads literally. Indeed there is no better way to appreciate the scenic beauty of the island, savour the local delicacies, and browse through the best craft markets than by journeying on the 17000 kilometers of road meandering its way through mountains, circling the stunning coastline and zigzagging through the forests and woodlands.

Talk to the staff of your Jamaica accommodation rentals and they will arrange a vehicle and an experienced driver who will drive you through the highways and byways and point out the places of interest on the way.

You can try out the ride between Ocho Rios and Port Antonio that will open up amazing vistas of the beautiful surroundings. The roads are dotted with stalls selling sumptuous Jamaican delicacies especially jerked meat. In fact, jerked meat is Jamaica's speciality and there is no better place to savour it than at the Portland's Boston Jerk Centre or Buff Bay's Blueberry Hill Jerk Stop.

If it is sea food that catches your fancy, there is no better place to savour it than in the fishing villages between Negril to the south coast. If you are interested in unique beachfront dining experience, you can stop at the Alligator Pond's Little Ochie, where you can enjoy your meals on a boat on stilts under a thatched roof overlooking the sea.

Along the roadsides, you'll notice farmers selling fresh produce and fruits such as jackfruits, sour sops, mangos and coconuts. You can also check out the local drinks such as the ice-cold jelly made from coconut or root wine made from various indigenous herbs and roots boiled in molasses or honey.

Then there are various craft markets along the roads where you can shop for souvenirs such as hand-painted woodcarvings, bamboo shakers, quirky t-shirts and live Dancehall compilation tapes.

Draper Days 2011- Utah Festivals

Draper Days 2011- Utah Festivals

Local Businesses in Utah participate in Draper Days Parade and Festival
The largest community event in Draper is held mid-summer. This is an opportunity for community members and visitors to get out in the summer sun, play, listen to
a concert, see a parade and marvel at the fireworks display. Sporting events include a rodeo, 5k run, and childrens' activities. Two evenings of concerts are scheduled for July 15th and 16th, 2011

Founded in 1997, the Draper Community Foundation is a nonprofit -organization dedicated to promoting and managing the Arts and many other
community events, programs and projects in Draper, Utah. The Community Foundation strives to bring good people and good causes together to build a better
community.

Parade Entries included: Forever Young, Classic Fun Center, Lyric Motion, Bank of American Fork, Jill Saddler Remax Alta High School, Alta Hawks Cheer and Football, Draper Rotary, Riverton Rotary, Draper Theater, Tropical Snow, 4-H, Girl Scouts of America, Fashion Corner, Bobby Lawrence Karate, Esteem Dance, Definitely Dance, Whisper Creek Preschool, Bodyquardz, Online Marketing Utah, Walk on Water USA, Xinfinity, and many more local businesses in Draper, Utah and surrounding Cities.

EVENTS 2011 included:
"Miss Draper Rodeo Queen - June 3-4"
"Utah Symphony - June 29th"
"National Story Telling - July 7th"
Draper Days Rodeo - July 8th & 9th
Utah National Guard Army Band - July 11th
Carnival & Pool Party - July 11th
Children's Parade - July 12th
Heritage Banquet - July 13th
Draper Idol- July 14th
Family Movie Night - July 14th
Draper Nights - July 15th & 16th
Entertainment at the Park - July 16th
Family Activities - July 15th & 16th
Horse Pull - July 16th
Draper Parade - July 16th
5K Race - July 16th
Pancake Breakfast - July 16th
Fireworks - July 16th

The City of Draper and the Draper Community Foundation
are pleased to present the 2011 Draper Days Community
Event. It is our way of saying thank you to our residents and
a way to celebrate our Draper Heritage and spend time with
our neighbors. This is an opportunity for community members
and visitors to get out in the summer sun, play, listen to
a concert, see a parade and marvel at the fireworks display.
Sporting events include a rodeo and 5K run. Two evenings of
free concerts are scheduled for July 15th and 16th. We invite
you to: Come out and play! Sincerely,
Mayor Darrell H. Smith

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The Greatest Off Roading Locations

The Most Beneficial Off Roading Spots



Four of the best off road driving locations tend to be Bundy Hill Off-Road Park, Twisted Trails Off Road Park, Badlands Off Road Park and Silver Lake State Park. All four of those areas offer exhilaration and fun. These are great places in order to ride atvs.

Bundy Hill Off-Road Park has a variety of functions. This off road recreation area has trails for novices and for more experienced riders. The park consists of 300 acres associated with land and exists in Michigan. 1 passenger per day is $5. There are bottomless dirt pits and sand dunes. Many people possess really enjoyed this dirt park for its variety.

The Twisted Paths Off Road park is found in Michigan. The park contains sand, dirt, a race service and much more. The park contains 240 acres of land. This particular park is free for people 9 and more youthful, and the cost is $10 for each person that is 9 and older. The Twisted Trails Off Road Park has been operating for many years. This is an off road park many might consider for its many features.

The Badlands Dirt Park is located in Michigan. This park consists of many different features and over 700 acres associated with land. One passenger per day is $5. This particular park contains sand dunes, stream crossings, bottomless mud and extreme rock crawling. This park has trails for drivers who would like easier trails as well as drivers who want challenging trails. This park offers many options. Experienced drivers and drivers with little encounter would enjoy this recreation area.

The Silver Lake State Park resides in Michigan. There are many sand dunes in this park. Drivers possess enjoyed going over these types of sand dunes. This particular park contains 2,936 acres of land. There is also much forest to travel through. This is another good place for off road driving.

All four of those places are great for dirt driving. People have enjoyed all of them. Off road driving can be very exciting. The actual Badlands Off Road Park as well as Bundy Hill Off-Road Park each have trails for both beginners and more experienced drivers. The Badlands Dirt Park and Twisted Trails Off Road Recreation area offer many different functions. People can mix streams, ride on sand dunes as well as race. The off Road Parks have what many people want within off road driving. These are four of the best off road parks in America. They all offer excitement and fun for the skilled and beginning.

LEGO Events in June at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Chicago

The LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Chicago has some LEGOtastic events this June including a LEGO Cars 2 weekend to celebrate Fathers Day and LEGO Star Wars days towards the end of the month.

Celebrate Fathers Day with LEGO Cars weekend

It's a fast and furious start to summer as LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago hosts two LEGO Cars Weekends. The fun runs June 10-12 and June 17-19 and includes two weekends full of LEGO car-themed activities.

Guests at LEGO Cars Weekends are invited to perfect their skills in the pit with car-themed activities including Creative Challenges, Derby Races, LEGO Games, and, for younger builders, LEGO Traffic School where you can drive cars down the streets of LEGO City.

On Father's Day, June 19, dads are invited to take part in the fun with their kids at the first ever LDC Derby! Families can build their LEGO racer at home or create one on-site in the LEGO Cars Building Workshop. Expert Model Builders will be on hand to help dads and kids design their perfect car out of LEGO bricks. Teams will then race their cars against others on the track for a chance to win a number of great prizes.

"Building a LEGO car is fun for kids and the kids at heart. It's also a unique way to spend time with dad and let him know that he's appreciated," said LEGOLAND Discovery Center Master Model Builder, Daniel Morey. "We really want to shine a light on the importance of family and teamwork, and what better way to do it than with a little friendly competition?"

The battle continues at LEGO Star Wars Days at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago

The Force is strong at a LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago as the Jedi, Droids and Clone Troopers return for three days of intergalactic fun to celebrate LEGO Star Wars Days. The legendary battle over MINILAND � a scaled down version of Chicago made out of LEGO bricks � continues as the Clone Troopers fight to keep the city safe from the destructive Battle Droids from Friday, June 24 to Sunday, June 26 from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

"LEGO Star Wars Days has quickly become our most popular event of the season," said LEGOLAND Discovery Center's own Master Model Builder, Daniel Morey. "We have a lot of great new activities planned for the weekend, including a very special makeover of MINILAND that will capture the essence of a true Star Wars battle."

The intergalactic Star Wars weekend includes Star Wars themed Model Builder Workshops and

opportunities to assist the Master Model Builder in a Yoda group build.

Life-sized LEGO Darth Vader and LEGO R2-D2 models will be on show to give guests the best photo opportunities in the galaxy. 1,000 clone trooper and battle droid minifigures ready for battle in MINILAND.

Activities will include a scavenger hunt to find ten characters hidden throughout MINILAND with the chance to win a family four-pack of Annual Passes and Star Wars Building activities with prizes and giveaways.

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Join the Celebrations with a 7 Feet Tall Dallas Mavericks LEGO Brick Replica

The LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Dallas has invited all to Join them along with a special guest, ESPN Radio's "Voice of the Mavericks", Chuck Cooperstein, for a special unveiling of a 7-foot-tall LEGO Brick replica! In celebration of the recent NBA Championship victory of the Dallas Mavericks, LEGOLAND Discovery Center at Grapevine Mills mall is joining in the "Mavs-mania" and will unveil their special tribute for all of Dallas and Fort Worth to enjoy!

The event will take place on Tuesday the 28th of June at 10:00am at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center at Grapevine Mills mall, in front of Entrance 5; by the AMC Theater, 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway, Grapevine, TX 76051.

The event will feature Chuck Cooperstein "voice of the Mavericks" from ESPN Radio's 103.3 FM, Iain Scouller the General Manager at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Dallas and Cal Walsh LEGOLAND Discovery Center's very own LEGO Master Model Builder.

All media must check-in with Elysa Nelson (469-766-9358) at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center retail entrance to be escorted inside the attraction for the photo-opp. The brief remarks will begin at 10:00 a.m. and the unveiling of the special tribute LEGO brick replica will happen at around 10:10 a.m.

The $12-million, 35,000-square-foot indoor attraction in Dallas is the second LEGOLAND Discovery Center venue to open in the U.S. and the fifth in the world. It offers a fun, highly interactive and educational 2-3 hour indoor experience which is ideal for families with children. Based on the ever-popular LEGO brick, LEGOLAND Discovery Center provides a range of interactive features including hands-on play areas; a 4D cinema; master classes from the LEGO Master Model Builder; LEGO rides; special party rooms for birthdays and other celebrations; and the venue's signature MINILAND exhibit, which is a recreation of landmarks in North Texas out of LEGO bricks.

Merlin Entertainments Group is the leading name in location-based family entertainment, which has seen the most successful and dynamic growth of any company in the sector over the last five years. Europe's number one, and the world's second largest visitor attraction operator, Merlin has 62 attractions and six hotels in 12 countries across three continents. The company aims to deliver memorable and rewarding experiences to its 38.5 million visitors worldwide, through its iconic global and local brands, and the commitment and passion of its managers and more than 14,000 employees. Merlin Entertainments operates the following attractions - SEA LIFE - the world's No 1 aquarium brand, Madame Tussauds, LEGOLAND, The Merlin Entertainments London Eye, Dungeons, Gardaland, LEGOLAND Discovery Centres, Alton Towers Resort, Warwick Castle, THORPE PARK, Chessington World of Adventures, Heide Park, Underwater Adventures, and Earth Explorer.

Advice That Could Come In Handy When Booking BVI Bareboats

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to get on Caribbean bareboats? Well if you have ever played around with the thought or have seen pictures from friends who have BVI bareboats, you should consider turning the thought into a reality. BVI bareboats are not something that should intimidate you. These bareboats are a lovely way of taking a unique vacation to whichever destination your heart desires. When it comes to booking bareboat yacht charters, there are a few things that you should keep in mind. By following these handy tidbits of advice, you will realize that booking these charters is not as difficult as you may have presumed the process to be.

BVI bareboats charters can be booked by contacting a charter manager that is both knowledgeable as well as helpful. One should always ensure that they contact a reputable charter company. By using reputable charter companies, you are assured to be dealing with personnel that is experienced as well as personable. You will also find that the BVI bareboats that are available to you when dealing with a reputable company are in good condition and are well maintained. Experienced Caribbean yacht charter companies will walk you through the whole process of booking BVI bareboats without any fuss. Another advantage of dealing with a reputable company is that they tend to anticipate any questions you may have about the entire process as well as any concerns that may be at the back of your mind. This ensures that you get all the information that you need making the entire process as straight forward as it could possibly be.

Once you have researched on the available BVI bareboats charter companies that are available to you, you can then make the decision on which would be best suited for you to deal with. Once this has been established, you can then go about getting the required documentation. The first kind of certification that you would need to present if you are looking for BVI bareboats would be a r�sum� on sailing. If you do not have this, you have two options available to you. The first would be to take up a sailing course beforehand so that you may acquire the recommended skills as well as the required certification of sailing. The second option would be to look into hiring someone who is an experienced sailor to handle the BVI bareboats for you. If you choose to hire someone, then the charter company would need them to produce the required certification in order for them to know that they are competent and legal. The other documents that you would need would be valid passports for you and any people travelling with you so that you may be able to gain access to the BVI bareboats. You would also have to make prior arrangements for provisions to be supplied to your BVI bareboats. If you do not know how to go about this the charter company should be able to arrange it to be done for you. The provisions include food for your trip, toiletries, beverages and anything else you may need for your vacation.

After years of international corporate experience with several Fortune 500 companies, in 1998, Tony King finally decided to "re-invent" himself and, accordingly, obtained his USCG captains license and, together with his wife Gail, started our their business in their favorite recreational activity, yachts and the ocean. They now co-own the American Yacht Company that places our clients on charter yachts and bareboats all over the world

Rely on a Credible Travel Agency to Book Flights on the Internet

There are numerous travel agencies to select from nowadays for booking cheap flights online. Every agency lays claim to provide you the best deal available. However, you need to follow the instructions given below in order to check the credibility of a company before booking an airline ticket through it.

Discover what others are telling about the web-based travel agency you have chosen by conducting a prompt online scrutiny. It is only a matter of few search engine results and you must be able to come across a number of unbiased reviews and testimonies.

Find out whether these agencies are showing airfares including fees and taxes. This is one thing that uncovers the reality behind their cheap flight claims. In many instances, online travel agencies that make these assertions get exposed when their so-called affordable airfares shoot up abruptly when you arrive at the booking page and discover the full amount. They are just eating up your time and tarnishing the image of the online travel industry. Do yourself a big favor by finding an online service that presents the entire cost of the flight together with taxes.

The World Wide Web is a business without an identity and trustworthy agencies for booking flights online must be effortlessly approachable through modes other than their website. Verify their website for an authentic business address, contact numbers and e-mail addresses. Certain agencies will have the alternative for real-time chat with them straight from their website.

Make sure that the website has a fool-proof Internet payment system in place. This can normally be checked through a clickable symbol that will take you to a different web page that demonstrates the security certificate.

What is the degree of flexibility the travel agency offers? Put differently, how flexible are they as far as booking flights online is concerned? You need to check out how long they keep the seat for you if you don't make payment instantly. The renowned travel agencies on the net will generally have a full-fledged team for customer support and knowledgeable travel advisors to assist with any flight reservations for corporate and vacation travellers. Also test out on the additional services the website provides. This will commonly be things such as travel plan reminders through SMS and travel insurance.

Finding cheap flights online is also made easier by flight search engines that help you discover the best way to fly between two locations and also the most excellent prices for those routes. They connect you to the websites of prestigious travel agencies where you can book a cheap flight online, make payment, do changes, or cancel a ticket.

Rome to discover: cycling routes

One way to take advantage of summer and enjoy a nice weekend in Rome is to explore it while riding a bike.

There are many paths you can travel in this way, some of which allow you to explore lesser known areas of the city m, equally striking and in particular allow to visit parks and green areas which other minds would walk farther to reach and perhaps would eventually stand aside and not taken into consideration as travel destinations, or even stages. A nice idea is to get into town by public transport such as buses or trains, then rent a bicycle with which to enjoy walks and visits unusual monuments. An interesting route is the one that provides the route of the various bike paths that are not readily available within the city or those that cross the Tiber from the banks, which in spring are real dives in nature (although they the defect of not being used when river water levels rise because they are completely submerged).

The proposed route is 16 miles but given the numerous works and sustainable you can do is not tiring at all, rather it shows full of ideas and things to see. In addition, the route is slightly downhill with a slip between the level and river and road and winds through sections of bike path, whether made by the famous Sanpietrini and some sudden, quick motion and still be covered in a safe manner, with the slightly uneven road however, all well marked with appropriate directions. This course is very interesting because it provides a particular point of view of the city compared to how you visit and you observe that the usual way from the bottom.

Starting from Ponte Milvio the numerous tracts of newly built bike path lets you pedal to the banks of the Tiber, which allow you to stay in close contact with nature, water and away from traffic noise and all of its tracks as we are talking about are below street level, a privileged point of view, therefore, that allows us to capture the details that would otherwise go unnoticed and sidelined from the great architectural and artistic works of the eternal city. Is in fact reached the prestigious embankments of the Tiber from Ponte Milvio beyond the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Foro Italico and then go through the Tiber by Michelangelo and pass the Ponte Cavour. You will enter the most interesting section is rich in monuments of the entire route that allows you to see Castel S. Angelo and the Vatican. Continuing in the track marked by cobblestone bridge goes Vittorio Emanuele and you can walk along the slopes of the Gianicolo. Crossing the Piazza Sisto you can access Trilussa Tiber Island where they land and then the boats that cross the River. From there, the bike path leads to Portaportese before reaching the viaduct Eur Magliana and reach the station in the same neighborhood.

Find Cheap Hotels in London Quick

With only one year left to go before the 2012 Olympics in London, the hospitality and leisure industry is gearing up for one of the busiest times in decades. Hotels in London will no doubt be at maximum capacity come the year 2012. It�s not only hotels in London that will benefit financially from this exciting time. Travel sites, as well as, comparative sites will also see a surge of traffic looking for cheap hotels, and cheap flights to London.

Hospitality and leisure plays a huge roll in the tourism sector of London as well as the UK. We can certainly expect to see a multitude of London job vacancies as well. With this said, we are certain many across the UK will reap the rewards because of the Olympics.

Hotels in London number in the thousands, however we can�t forget about the rest of the population in the UK alone. Many from various cities across the UK will be looking for a place to stay as well. Costs will be a major factor in trying to find the perfect deal in order to afford tickets to events. This is where comparative travel websites come into play. There are few comparative sites gearing up on their own to take full advantage of the Olympics.

Websites like http://www.hotelinlondon.ws, are paving the way for fast and effective comparatives on the cheapest hotels, or the best deals to be found across the London. They are spending a great deal of time convincing vacationers, or visitors to book now and get the best deals you can. Not many know that certain partnerships are being formed on comparative sites to give each an edge for competitive reasons. If you like the thousands slated to descend on London, are looking for cheap hotels then getting the research done now is imperative.

With a comparative site like http://www.hotelinlondon.ws, all you do is type in the search the city of your choice and hit enter. The system then compares the cheapest hotels across the UK and London and displays listings. Secure partnerships allow the site to give the best and cheapest choices available first.

Restaurants, cafes and pubs will also benefit from the surge of visitors. It is predicted that London will be home for almost three weeks to an extra 900,000 people! That is a lot of money up for grabs in the tourism industry. The 2012 Olympics in London has too many benefits to write about and very little negatives.

Tourism will be the hottest commodity in London for 2012 and the fierce competition for pricing will begin. This means many need to take steps in order to secure a great place to stay for the duration of the Olympics. Hotels need and want your business, therefore pricing plays a major factor in getting your attention. Take full advantage and enjoy your stay.

Queen Of Netherlands� Birthday Ball At Iberotel Palace

Celebrating H.M. Queen Beatrix of Netherlands� birthday, the Dutch embassy in Egypt gave a reception at Iberotel Palace in Sharm El Sheikh. The reception was attended by a large number of invitees among which were H.E Susanna Blankhart, the Ambassador of Netherlands, Mr. Wahid Azab, the Embassy�s Representative in South Sinai along with the embassy�s officials plus the Dutch community in Egypt.

The guests expressed their admiration for the hotel and much appreciated the hospitality and quality service delivered by the hotel�s team.

The photo shows: H.E Susanna Blankhart, the Ambassador of the Netherlands, Mr. Wahid Azab, the Embassy�s Representative in South Sinai, Ibrahim Redwan, the General Manager of Iberotel Palace, and some of the invitees.

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For further information, kindly call +2 16416 or visit www.jaz.travel

Egypt is now more than ready to lead its world-famous hospitality into a new era. On your next holidays within Egypt, you will feel the merry atmosphere of progress, the pride and the energy, which is characteristic for our country and in current times eminently perceptible. Don�t miss visiting destinations like Cairo, Luxor & Aswan that are immensely rich in history. Experience the matchless shores of South Sinai & the Red Sea with their impeccable reef, not to mention the unruffled North Coast -Egypt�s prime all-year round destination

Jaz Hotels, Resorts & Cruises is one of the flags under Travco Group International, Egypt�s leading Travel and Tourism Company. Jaz Hotels, Resorts & Cruises portfolio encompasses Jaz Resorts, Iberotel Hotels and Resorts, Sol Y Mar Resorts and Travcotels Nile Cruise Ships, in key destinations such as Ain El Sokhna, Alexandria, Aswan, Cairo, Dahab, Hurghada, Luxor, Madinat Coraya (Marsa Alam), Madinat Makadi, Marsa Alam, Mersa Matruh , El Dakhla & El Kharga Oases, Safaga, Sharm El Sheikh, Taba and Fujairah

Bali Villas- What Makes Them Special

Bali, also called the island of Gods, is known for its exotic beauty and natural wonder. The azure water of the sea and the lush green surroundings leave everybody mesmerized in Bali. The place is a popular tourist attraction, and there are plenty of accommodations in Bali to choose from. There are hotels, resorts, boutique hotels and rental apartments to choose from. However, there is one type of accommodation in Bali which stands out from the rest, and that�s a Bali Villa.

Villas in Bali started coming up in the late 1980s, with an Australian architect constructing the first of the lot. And from then on, it sparked off a trend, and today, there are plenty of Bali villas to choose from.

For those who have experienced them know what makes them special, but for the first timers, it�s difficult to comprehend why a villa in Bali is better than any other luxury hotel in the place. Well, the reasons are aplenty, but here are a few vital ones:

� A Bali Villa costs much less than a luxury hotel. A typical luxury hotel in Bali costs anywhere between USD 180 to USD 800 per night. The cost of staying at a villa here is much less, and it comes without any compromises. A typical villa here comes with a lush green terrace, personal butlers and drivers, spa therapists and a private swimming pool.

� Unlike a hotel, a Bali villa does not distance you from the traditions and cultures of the place. Every reflect the culture and traditions of the place. Thus, during your stay here, you get to experience the Balinese way of life in its full splendor.

� A luxury Bali villa does not confine you within a room with just a few amenities. A villa is spacious, with an informal environment which gives you more privacy and luxury than a hotel room.

� And here�s the killer- almost all villas in Bali give personalized services to their guests. You can ask for a special dish to be prepared by your personal cook here, instruct you personal valet to fetch you some snacks or other stuff from the market, or eat your lunch, dinner and breakfast absolutely anywhere you like. No hotel can offer that kind of services to the guests.

� And while at a hotel, everything extra like laundry, phone, etc. comes with an extra cost, not including the 21% Bali service tax, staying in a villa here comes much cheaper, because most of the services are included in the overall cost of the stay.

Staying in one of the villas in Bali allows you to enjoy a relaxed holiday in style. These villas offer you the best experience in Bali. This should be a good reason to stay in one of them when in Bali. There are several such villas to choose from. You will find them in different locations and different prices. You can choose one according to your need and budget as there are affordable and comfortable villas as well as expensive and luxurious Bali villas.

Niagara Day Tours from Toronto

Niagara Falls, being one of the Seven Wonders of the World, has become a famous tourist attraction with millions of tourists flocking in every year. It is famous as a honeymoon destination, for business trips, conventions, trade and wedding shows. The Niagara Falls tours are able to offer daily Niagara day tours from Toronto since the traffic of tourist is always huge regardless of the season. The day tours begin from 9 am from Toronto to the Niagara Falls and return between 5 and 6 am. The best time to travel to the Niagara is during the summer season when parents take days off from work to take their families on holiday after kids close school. At this time all the Niagara Falls attractions are fully operational and you can enjoy a rich Niagara day tours from Toronto. It is in the warm months of the year that the popular attractions like Marine land, Whirlpool Jet Boats, and the Maid of the Mist all are operational. Groups and individuals can enjoy Niagara day tours from Toronto on the buses that provide transport from all Toronto hotels.

Visiting Toronto in the spring will provide the best and most comfortable weather compared to the summer�s heat. Niagara Falls tourism offers the beauty of blossoms, tulips and flowering shrubs throughout the beautifully maintained parks. All these can be enjoyed on a Niagara day tours from Toronto. The Niagara sightseeing tours, during the autumn, bring out the beauty of amazing fall color on the trees. During winter, Niagara day tours from Toronto lets you enjoy the beauty of everything covered in white and it is a lovely site. There are other activities, places and events that people can enjoy during this extremely cold weather on their Niagara day tours from Toronto. The activities to look out for are; the Winter Festival of Lights, Niagara Ice Wine Festival, Rink on the Brink ice skating arena, and Canada�s largest outdoor New Year�s Eve celebrations and many more.

The Niagara day tours from Toronto can accommodate between 10 to 21 people in one vehicle. The Niagara Falls tours in Toronto can also arrange a bus for a group of 52 people to make sure that each person gets the tour guide�s attention. While on these Niagara day tours from Toronto you can relax and not worry about directions, getting lost, parking, admission fees, and line- ups. The tour includes a choice of either the Maid of the Mist boat ride or Skylon Tower and free time at Niagara Falls and Niagara on the Lake. The Niagara day tours from Toronto depart from Toronto and drive non stop to the famous Niagara Falls. The tour offers an opportunity to take pictures at the Niagara Falls Floral Clock and at the Queenston Heights, capturing both Canada and the USA with only the Niagara River separating them. Niagara day tours from Toronto also offers tourists 3 hours of free time to explore the Niagara Falls and an optional helicopter ride.

Broadway Musical Tips That Will Save You A Small Fortune

We have all heard the horror stories about sitting at the back of the theater. The show may be great but you are constantly squinting and leaning forward to see around Mr. Tall ahead of you. I know the feeling and how to over come it getting cheaper tickets for your pocket and better seats for your eyes.

When I was in London I saw two Broadway musicals Les Miserables from the very back of the theater and Wicked a prequel to the Wizard of Oz from the best seats in the house front row. The difference was incredible and to tell you the truth it only cost 6 pounds more for front row! Hopefully these five tips will get you to the best seats for only 27 pounds and save you the 75 and upward pounds you spend on premium seats.

So whats the secret? The trick is standing in line in the morning on the day of the performance for the tickets that are in high demand. The box office only sells front row seats the day of the musical and they are usually gone really quick.

This is how you get the tickets you want:

1. Since the front row seats can only be bought the day of the musical the lines can be quite long. You can usually beat the lines by being 30-45 minutes early 30 minutes for the last pickings and 45 for the first (15 minutes makes all the difference).

2. Ask when the box office opens and what the lines are like in the morning normally 30 minutes should be okay but better safe then sorry.

3. Make sure the theater dose this. The theater beside Victoria Station in London selling tickets to the musical Wicked dose and I am sure others must do the same but call ahead or go to the office the day before (going there can also help you find it the next morning when you are tired and half awake).

4. They only sell two tickets per person so if you have a group bring some friends along to help you stand in line.

5. They only have thirty front row seats so you better be there early if you don't want a seat off to the side (trust me you don't) and if you have a really big group... some one gets the back!

So there you have it I hope these tips have been useful and the best of luck at finding the perfect seat! 

Selecting the Right Mode of Orlando Transportation

There is so much to say in favor of Orlando transportation. The choices are ample and you just have to know how best you can make the best use of the options. Most people come to this place either for professional reasons or for pleasure. In both cases the transportation facility plays a major role in bringing things together. Traveling to and fro from the airport and visiting other places as well, all becomes convenient when you have the power and the ease to choose from a number of transportation options. However, getting the right sort of transport in Orlando is a bit difficult, but as choices are sufficient you can have the best time choosing one of these several modes of communication.

Taking the Right Transportation Decision

As options are many you have to make the apt choice in the least amount of time. Go through the choices well and this will help you decide with mode of Orlando transportation you can avail. Orlando is truly a spot for genuine vacationers and thus they would aspire to have the best traveling facility and convenience within the city. Here you can visit places like the Sea World, the Disney World Port Canaveral and other significant sites. Thus, most of the time the city remains crowded and you can feel the best of pleasure when you have the best means of transport waiting for you.

Choosing the Right One

It would be best if you can avoid a taxi cab. This is a sort of transport which stays outside the airport and waits for travelers coming in and going out of the place. However, when one leaves the next one takes time to arrive and in this way you have to wait for long at times. Thus, experience says that it would be best to go for some other choice of Orlando transportation rather than choosing a taxi cab to travel.

The Best Mode of Transportation

Shuttle service is the best Orlando transportation you can have for yourself. Most of the hotels arrange for shuttle services for the travelers and in this way you can have a hassle free tour within the city. The shuttle is a big sized car and it can accommodate an entire family. It has all means to make you feel easy and comfortable. You can even take the facility of traveling in a bus. This is going to be convenient for you when you have plans to visit adjacent towns or cities.

For a Luxurious Travel

If you want the best in comfort and style while travelling then this is the best time to hire a Limo. This is the most elite Orlando transportation options and makes you feel like a king while traveling.

Holiday Loans: enjoying a vacation

Every person has a desire to spend some of his or her free time with his or her family. Even we have left the nomadic life long after the development of abodes, but we feel like relaxing or going for a small holiday once in a while. We dream of spending vacations at an exotic place. But spending time with your family enjoying holidays could be expensive. You would certainly require a great amount of money to enjoy the dream as this cannot be fulfilled out of a fixed salary scale that is where some holiday loans come into picture! These loans are very economical.

These are small but helpful cash advances which are offered to the people who want to spend their free time or vacations. The loan amount is not fixed as it depends on the credit position of the borrower. This loan amount is usually granted for a short span of few weeks only. These loans are offered in both secured as well as unsecured way. In the secured ones, you have to vow your assets with the lending institutions while in another case, there is no such requirement, but it has a demerit. Loans without collateral are offered at higher rate of interest and for a shorter span of time.

You may also apply for such over the Internet. It is the easiest and fastest way to get the money approved. Just do a small research and visit any lending institutions r banking websites and apply for a holiday loan via filling an online form. It takes a while to get loan approved which may take one day to a week. As a borrower one should always do a research on interest rates and facilities provided. These loans are easy to get and economical too. You must be above 18 years of age while applying for this lone and you should have a continuous income flow as it is a mandate. Refreshment is equally important as important is your work. Enjoy the vacations but do not forget that timely payment of loans will not only add to your credit rating but it will make sure that you do not end up paying a huge amount!

the Occidental Grand Punta Cana Hotel

Providing a great location and all the facilities and conveniences the modern holidaymaker demands, the three star Occidental Grand Punta Cana Hotel in Punta Cana is an ideal place for a wonderful and enjoyable Dominican Republic vacation. Amazing guests with its style and ambience this Spanish-style mega resort is a real family favourite, boasting over 700 yards of spectacular beachfront on one of the most celebrated beaches in the Caribbean as well as hundreds of picturesque coconut palms dotting the shoreline and swaying over thatched-roof palapas to provide shade.

Location

Located on the east of the Dominican Republic, the Occidental Grand Punta Cana Hotel is in the centre of the famous Playa Bavaro Beach. Surrounded by exuberant palm trees, this property is few minutes away from the Punta Cana International Airport.

Rooms

The Occidental Grand Punta Cana Hotel offers 865 beautifully decorated guestrooms and spacious suites in three 17 storey white buildings that are elegantly furnished with an array of contemporary amenities to satisfy the needs of even the most discerning of travellers. Specific room amenities at this holiday accommodation include air conditioning, cable/satellite TV, ensuite/private bathroom, mini bar, safe and telephone.

Restaurant

The Occidental Grand Punta Cana Hotel has numerous dinning options to suit any palate. Of the nine themed restaurants onsite The Via Veneto Restaurant serves Italian cuisine, whilst the D�Oriental serves Asian cuisine and the La Hacienda specialises in Mexican. The hotel also contains 7 great bars that are included in the nightly room rate.

General

Hotel guests at the Occidental Grand Punta Cana Hotel can enjoy a bracing dip in one of the three lagoon style swimming pools or re-energise their bodies in the jacuzzi. Guests can also indulge in the various activities available in the area such as diving, waterpolo, windsurfing, kayaking and snorkeling.

ADDITIONAL AMENITIES, FACILITIES & SERVICES

- Bar/Lounge

- Currency Exchange Services

- Jacuzzi/Whirlpool

- Laundry Facilities

- Lobby

- Parking Facilities

- Reception

- Restaurant

- Room Service

- Swimming Pool � Outdoor

DRHR VERDICT: A charming good value Punta Cana hotel that will not disappoint. 

Incredible India Tour

India is a treasure trove in terms of the variety it offers to the traveler. India is quite popular with overseas traveler because of its rich cultural heritage and also of the various places it has to offer.

A trip to India is surely going to be a worthwhile trip for any traveler. The rich culture along with its architectural splendor is what sets India apart from others .Every state in India is unique and also offers a different experience in terms of food, culture or lifestyle. The ancient temples will transport you to a different era altogether. The snow capped mountains of the Himalayas will be breathtaking. India tours are on every foreign national�s list.

India offers beaches, hill stations and many places of historical significance that one would be surely spoilt for choice. India offers the best of both worlds. So any traveler can witness the simplicity and the appeal of the rural places. On the other hand, a traveler can witness the modern India that offers you the best in hospitality, comfort and luxury. There are several tour operators and travel agents who specialize in tours to India.

Several packages are on offer by them and they help you to travel to various destinations. It is important to book a reputed tour operator for tours of India. Before you book any India Travel Agents ensure that you are provided details about the entire trip. Ask your travel agents details regarding the hotels you will be put up at. Inquire about the meals that are on offer and inquire about any other extra expenditure that is required. For example you might need to spend some money for a cruise or a jungle safari. Ask them if there are free airport transfers or free pick and drop included in the tour cost. Ask them for a breakup of the costs involved .Before you decide to make a trip around India make sure that you have the details regarding the entire expenditure of the tour. There are several India travel guide books that can offer you a wealth of information in terms of sightseeing and other details that one should know about the place.

Needless to say India Travel will be a life time experience for any overseas traveler. Any traveler will be moved by the scenic beauty or the diversity that it will offer us. It is imperative that you book your trip in advance during the peak season to avoid disappointments regarding reservation.