JUNE TRAVEL TRENDS ISSUE
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BEST SELLING HOTELS TOP
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Las Vegas / USA
#1. MGM GRAND HOTEL CASINO GM Grand Hotel & Casino is a 4-star hotel that aims to provide the best service possible for every guest of its. Making a hotel reservation at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino means you will have some of the greatest vacation experiences that you can ever have. MGM Grand Hotel & Casino is part of MGM Resorts International which has many other hotels in different locations. The main landmarks located nearby MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, though the hotel itself a famous landmark of the Las Vegas Strip, are Raiding the Rock Vault, Bellagio Fountains, Maverick Helicopters that offers sightseeing tours, CSI The Experience, University of Nevada, and Pinball Hall of Fame. Furthermore, many tour companies offering sightseeing tours around Las Vegas are located nearby MGM Grand Hotel & Casino. MGM Grand Hotel & Casino is also close to the Ka Theatre by Cirque du Soleil, David Copperfield\\\’s Warehouse/Museum/Apartment, Colosseum, Bali Hai Golf Club and main shopping hotspots such as Forum Shops, Fashion Show Mall and China Town Mall in Las Vegas.
Amsterdam / Netherlands
#2. BEST WESTERN BLUE SQUARE Best Western Blue Square Hotel is a 3-star hotel in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. If you want to make your stay in Amsterdam a special one, Best Western Blue Square Hotel is the right place to stay. You can enjoy all the comforts of a home at Best Western Blue Square Hotel. The hotel is owned and operated by world-famous hotel brand Best Western. You can find Best Western Blue Square Hotel at Slotermeerlaan 80 1064 HD Amsterdam. It’s situated in Russell Square district. When you book your hotel rooms at Best Western Blue Square Hotel, you’ll be close to many popular attractions in Amsterdam like Dam Square and Westerkerk. Royal National London Hotel is also close to the public transportation which is the biggest advantage for those who will explore the city by using the public transportation. You can also get to Amsterdam city center in maximum 20 minutes after a pleasant bicycle ride. By staying at Best Western Blue Square Hotel, you’ll be close to the lively London life and many of the Amsterdam attractions and must-sees.
Istanbul / Turkey
#3. GOLDEN PARK ISTANBUL The Golden Park Hotel is a traditional 4-star property offering peaceful accommodation in the Taksim area of Istanbul. It is within easy travelling distance of all the top sights and boasts numerous luxury facilities, including an indoor pool and spa. Nearby places of interest include Istiklal Avenue, the Ataturk Cultural and Dolmabahce Palace. There is also a metro station and funicular stop in the vicinity, providing fast and easy access to other top city destinations. The hotel is located in a mid-rise property with a white facade and grand entrance. There is also free Wi-Fi available throughout the premises for convenience. The hotel restaurant offers Turkish and International cuisine in a bright, sunlit atmosphere. There is also an elegant bar area for a quiet evening drink. Deluxe guestrooms are 24sqm and feature good views out of the window. Amenities include air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV with premium channels, mini-bar and laptop safe. Chargeable parking is possible nearby.
Lisbon / Portugual
#4. HF FENIX URBAN HOTEL The hotel radiates, while staying in Lisbon’s city centre, with the Eduardo VII park, the Marquês de Pombal square and the famous Avenida Liberdade right at your doorstep. The guests will be able to use a metro located in the corner to reach several tourist and cultural attractions. The HF Fénix Garden offers comfortable, fashionable and quiet accommodations where you can unwind after a busy day. All the rooms are of medium size and are decorated in contemporary style most overlooking Marques de pombal or Eduardo vii square. On the hotel’s top floor, you’ll find spacious rooms with fantastic balconies and breathtaking views over the city.Each guestroom is fully equipped with air-conditioning, safe, hair- dryer, broadband wireless internet,heating,telephone, cable TV and private bathroom with shower included. Non smoking rooms are available. There are also rooms equipped of services for disabled.
Venice / Italy
#5. BAUER HOTEL SAN MARCO Bauer Hotel is a luxurious hotel located in Venice, Italy. The hotel is close to Piazza San Marco, Palazzo Grassi, and The Bridge of Sighs. It is a 5 star hotel which offers lavish accommodation and incredible views over the canal and the city. It is a suitable accommodation choice for both business and recreational travelers. Bauer Hotel first opened in 1880. History says that an Austrian entrepreneur fell in love with the daughter of the Venice\’s Hotel de la Ville Director and together made a family business – Bauer Hotel. Today it is still owned by a successor of the Bauer family. The hotel is situated in a famous shopping district, on Campo San Moise Street of the Venice’s city center where you can drive) is Piazzale Roma. Venice Marco Pollo Airport is 8 km / 5 miles from the hotel. From the airport there is a public water-ferry and a private water taxi that can take you directly to the hotel. For traveling around the city you can walk by foot, go with gondolas, or rent a car/bike.
BEST SELLING CITIES TOP
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#1. AMSTERDAM Amsterdam is one of the greatest small cities in the world. From Amsterdam canals to world-famous Amsterdam museums and historical Amsterdam sights, it is one of the most romantic and beautiful cities in Europe. Amsterdam is home to a variety of world-famous museums. No trip to the city is complete without stopping by the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum or Stedelijk Museum, but the city also has a multitude of treasures outside of the Museum District. From museums about cats to an amazing collection of handbags, plus photography, archaeology and more, Amsterdam has museums and galleries for every type of interest. The history of Amsterdam is intimately connected with water. Its 165 canals were created over the centuries to stimulate trade and transport and reclaim land to expand the city. They continue define the city’s landscape and in 2010 Amsterdam’s canal ring was recognised as a UNESCO world heritage site. Besides providing a stunning backdrop to the city’s historical centre, floating down Amsterdam’s canals is one of the most memorable ways to discover the city. Whether you’re a first-time or frequent visitor, everything in Amsterdam seems a bit more magical when viewed from a boat.
#2. MILAN Milan, the capital of Lombardy, has a population of 1.3 million people. It is the biggest industrial city of Italy with many different industrial sectors. It is a magnetic point for designers, artists, photographers and models. Milan has an ancient city centre with high and interesting buildings and palazzos, which is why so many people from all over the world want to see the city of glamour. Milan has always been a rich and important city. It has always been a place full of various famous artists and offers a particular assortment of churches, buildings and monuments. There was a change of culture and art in the Renaissance with big a contribution in the period of the neoclassicism. Milan offers a big variety of buildings, monuments and museums. The most important church is the Cathedral which is the third largest church in the world. While you are in Milan you must visit: Santa Maria delle Grazie, Duomo Cathedral, Teatro alla Scala, Villa Necchi Campiglio, Pinacoteca di Brera, Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, fMuseo del Novecento and Gallerie d’Italia.
#3. FLORENCE Florence, capital of the region of Tuscany, has a population of around half a million inhabitants, spreads on the banks of the Arno, between the Adriatic and the Tyrrhenian seas, almost in the middle of the Italian peninsulas. The city is noted for its culture, Renaissance art and architecture and monuments. The city also contains numerous museums and art galleries and still exerts an influence in the fields of art, culture and politics. Florence, at the heart of the Italian Renaissance, might seem like an open air museum to most visitors. The piazzas and buildings themselves are a testament of the history of architecture and of past eras. Florence’s cathedral, churches and many palaces were designed, built and decorated by many of the most illustrious of artists of the time. Florence’s blends its art and culture in such a way that you’ll find there’s always something new to see, do or experience, as it offers endless opportunities to become intimately acquainted with the artistic, architectural, literary, and cultural achievements of Italy’s past. While you are in Florence you must visit: Piazza del Duomo, Galleria degli Uffizi, Il Gelato Vivoli, Santa Croce, Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Cappella Brancacci, Santa Maria Novella, Galleria dell’Accademia, Cappelle Medicee, Palazzo Pitti.
#4. ISTANBUL Istanbul is the one of the most multicultural and historical cities in the world. It’s built on two Continents, divided by the Bosphorus Strait. You can see a modern western city combined with a traditional eastern city and it’s a melting pot of many civilizations and different people. Istanbul was also announced by the European Union as the 2010 European Capital of Culture. Istanbul was the capital city of three major Empires: Eastern Roman Empire, Byzantine Empire, and Ottoman Empire during their rule. Some of the city’s top tourist attractions are: Sultanahmet Square, Topkapı Palace, Archaeological Museum, Grand Bazaar. If you want to see famous historical sights you can wander around Sultanahmet & Eminönü area. Buy souvenirs from the oldest covered bazaar in the world, Grand Bazaar. May be you can stop at the Egypt Bazaar for the smell of every kind of spices. And cross the Asian side with a fairy from Eminönü. If you want to have fun you can visit the Taksim that is famous with the night clubs. Hop on a train which is the third oldest subway in the world, that was built in 1875. You can visit the new city with the magnificent shopping malls where you can find the world famous brands. Everyone must visit the Istanbul to taste east & west culture.
#5. LONDON London is one of the most culturally vibrant cities in the world. It’s a diverse and exciting city with some of the world’s best sights, attractions and activities. London is a leading global city, with strengths in the arts, commerce, education, entertainment, fashion, finance, healthcare, media, professional services, research and development, tourism, and transport all contributing to its prominence. Do you know that three of the top ten museums and galleries in the world are in London and London has 857 art galleries in total? Some of the city’s top tourist attractions are: London Eye, Madame Tussauds, British Museum, Natural History Museum, Elizabeth Tower (which houses the bell named Big Ben) , West End Theatre. London is home to four UNESCO world heritage sites: Tower of London, Maritime Greenwich, Westminster Palace which includes Westminster Abbey and Saint Margaret’s Church as well as Kew’s Royal Botanic Gardens. London is a green city. The capital is home to eight beautiful Royal Parks, including Hyde Park, St James’s Park and Richmond Park. It doesn’t matter how many times you visit, you’ve never seen it all in London.
BEST SELLING COUNTRIES TOP
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#1. AUSTRIA Settled in prehistoric times, the central European land that is now Austria is known as the country of classical music. Austria, one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations, attracts tourists year-round, and winter is almost as busy as summer in the spectacular mountain regions. In Australia you can rest in Alpine and the other they you can attend a classical music concert at one of the most historical concert places in the world at Vienna. Austria is known with baroque church interiors, concert halls and it’s patisseries. And of course we don’t need to mention it’s wine. While you are in Austria you must visit: The Vienna Hofburg: Austria’s Imperial Palace, Mozart’s Birthplace, The Emperor’s Tomb: Hofkirche and the Museum of Maximilian I, The Spanish Riding School, The Styrian Armoury , Kitzbüheler Horn, Melk Benedictine Abbey, Krimmler Ache, Medieval Burg Hochosterwitz, Stephansdomand Kunsthistorisches Museum.
#2. GREECE Greece is one of the world’s most popular destinations with ancient and modern attractions such as museums of the ancient and Byzantine eras and archaeological sites and cities, all of them historical monuments which have inspired modern education and culture around the world. While you are in Greece you trace the footprints of Greek history from the Paleolithic Era to the Roman Period in the hundreds of archaeological sites, as well as in the archaeological museums and collections that are scattered throughout the country. Greece is the ideal place for city tourism. Discovering the soul of a Greek city is much more than a quick tour around its monuments and sightseeing. Greek cities are full of possibilities, easily accessible and visitor friendly around the year, offering a great sum of modern facilities and choices. Greek cities combine excellent conference facilities with unique museums, archaeological sites, shopping and nightlife. Greek Islands as famous as it’s history especially Mykanos which know as the capital of colorful entertainment and shows.
#3. NETHERLANDS Netherlands is one of the most urbanized nations on earth, with a huge range of places to visit packed into a relatively small area. The largest and most important cities in the Netherlands are Amsterdam, The Hague and Rotterdam. Of course the most know of them is Amsterdam with it’s museums and nightlife. But more than Amsterdam Netherland holds treasures like Noord Holland, Zuid Holland, the eastern Netherlands –Flevoland, Overijssel and Gelderland. While you are in Netherlands don’t miss to visit Eastern Docklands at Amsterdam, Den Hagg which has the Binnenhof And Mauritshuis, Hogeveluwe National Park, Frans Hals Museum, Anne Frank Huis, Frisian Islands, Keukenhof Gardens, Utrecht which has the most beautiful canal view and nice restaurants, the world famous Van Gogh Museum, The Elfstedentocht, Kröller-Müller Museum, mud walking in Wadlopen, one of the best marketplace in the country Deflt, Maastricht which squeezed between the porous Belgian and German borders, and at last the beautiful lake Ijsselmeer.
#4. USA USA -“The Dream Country”- is the home to the world’s third-largest population with over 318 million people. It includes both densely populated cities with sprawling suburbs and vast, uninhabited and naturally beautiful areas. With its history of mass immigration dating from the 17th century, it is one of the most multicultural cities in the world and plays a dominant role in the world’s cultural landscape. It’s famous with its popular tourist destinations: from the skyscrapers of Manhattan and Chicago, to the natural wonders of Yellowstone and Alaska. The country has the warmest, sunny beaches of Florida and Southern California and getaway to the Caribbean and , Hawaii. Of course don’t forget the Hollywood the capital of the film industry and the Las Vegas the city that never sleeps. New York is a dream for every shopaholic with the world famous brands. USA is at the top of the places that you must visit before you die list.
#5. ITALY If you want to explain the Italian way with one sentence it will be “dolce far niente”the delicious idleness. Italy has the Europe’s most richest and historical culture. Italian nation’s roots carved the Europe civilization’s bare bones - established by the Roman Empire and carried on by the Roman Catholic Church. When you explore the Italy, you will see some of the world’s most iconic images of 2,000 year history: the Colosseum of Ancient Rome, the medieval Leaning Tower of Pisa, Michelangelo’s David and Botticelli’s Venus, the playful Baroque exuberance of the Trevi Fountain and the elegant decay that surrounds the canals of Venice. You can’t mention Italy without it’s cuisine. Italy’s culinary soul might be earthy and rustic, it’s equally ingenious and sophisticated. Expect some of the world’s top fine-dining destinations, from San Pellegrino ‘world’s best 50’ hotspots to Michelin-starred musts. A vacation to Italy is a vacation to another world.
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