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Fireworks To Start the Year in Chicago
There are many different beautiful sights to see in Chicago during the New Year. People from everywhere come to see the lights of the city. If you plan on going to Chicago during the New Years Eve, here are some great places for you.
Let's start the day with a free breakfast in AAE Chicago Parthenon Hostel which costs 19.59 EUR. It is the only hostel in downtown and walking distance to the Train, Greyhound Bus and Amtrak.
After getting booked in one of Chicago’s hotels, its time to go somewhere new! Why not try to go to a concert in the House of Blues, Vic Theatre or the Rivera Theatre and see some famous artists and celebrities as they render songs from different genres. If you’re below 18 these concert places are ones you can usually go to with out needing adult supervision.
Besides going to concerts, you can also try something... Continue reading
Chinese on the Holidays
China has its own special date of celebrating New Year. That is also the reason why many tourists visit the place on New Year’s Eve. It is a serene place to have a break on city noise and busy people. But their festive mood still remains. That is a plus factor in China, everyday is a happy day.
Though Christmas is also celebrated there, they do not pay attention to it that much because they have a different culture and tradition. Fireworks are often present in celebrations. Parades and the best part is the food.
City lights adds to its blissful scene. There are a lot of places this country boasts. Shanghai is the largest city in China it is mainly sectioned in two parts: Pudong (east of the Huang Pu River) and Puxi (west of the Huang Pu River). Pudong is the development Zone.
For the Romantic type of traveler, Yangzte River... Continue reading
Hong Kong on New Year's Eve
New Year which is the biggest celebration of the year brings big parties. From Hong Kong’s own Times Square to club parties, to enjoy the countdown. The grandstand event of Hong Kong’s New Year’s Eve celebrations, the Times Square countdown is the focal point for those who want to join a crowd as the clock ticks down live music can be heard during the entire event. Another grand slam party place to go is Lan Kwai Fong as in you give them basically all your money and you get a buffet and free drinks. The big name parties include Drop, Dragon-I and, in Tsim Sha Tsui, Aqua.
Another stop for the adventurous travellers is the Ngong Ping 360 cable car, a shaky and risky ride. The dazzling fireworks over the harbor can stirs up the visual delight. The best places to hang around with friends and family are along the waterfront... Continue reading
Christmas in Red
Christmas is fast approaching and I know you are already thinking of the best place to stay on a holiday. Lights, food, happy people and cold breeze delineate the best getaway in Hong Kong. It is a city-state situated on China’s south coast and enclosed by the Pearl Delta River and South China Sea. The scenic view just adds to its appeal as one of the amazing places in Asia.
Hong Kong balances a modernized way of life with the Chinese traditions. Renowned as the culinary capital of Asia, it has an astounding wide array of cuisines to choose from. The best way to celebrate Christmas is to be served with delicious food.
The Peak, one of Hong Kong Island’s stunning place to go to. Riding the Peak tram as it is pulled by steel cables allows you to enjoy the view of the pointed summit of the mountain. You can see... Continue reading
Christmas the Chicago Way
Christmas in Chicago has many places and wonderful sites to offer. It is a good place to unwind and spend quality time with the family. You will sure enjoy the various places to see and the festivities that occur in the city.
Some great hostels to choose from in the city are the AAE Chicago Parthenon and the Hosteling International Chicago. The AAE Chicago Parthenon offers lower rates compared to other hostels found on the North Michigan Avenue Proper. It offers a romantic and classy ambiance that will surely make the Christmas season a blast. The Hosteling Chicago International has one of the best nightly rates which starts with 31.30 EUR. It is a very affordable hostel found in Chicago’s bustling downtown area that offers small yet cosy rooms. The place offers beautiful views of the city nights and lights. It is well known for its very helpful concierge, first class... Continue reading
As the New Year Comes in Dubai
Spending the New Year in Dubai involves lots of food, resorts, nightclubs and hotels to see and spend some time in. Al Sharq Hotel is one of the best places to stay during the New Years Eve. Besides its relaxing atmosphere and cosy accommodation, it also has a spa that caters to various treatments that will surely make you energized and revitalized to start the New Year well and right.
For family bonding during the New Year, you can try to go to the Acuaventure which is one of the world’s most impressive water parks. With dozens of huge slides, play areas and pools, the kids can have a splash of fun while the adults can sun bathe or join the kids in the various water rides Aquaventure has to offer.
The Carter’s Bar in Dubai is great for New Years dinner and perfect for drinks on New Year’s Eve. The waiters... Continue reading
Book Hostels: New Year In Chicago
There are many different beautiful sights to see in Chicago during the New Year. People from everywhere come to see the lights of the city. If you plan on going to Chicago during the New Years Eve, here are some great places for you.
AWA Chicago City Center Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Chicago. It offers the great view of the city’s majestic skyline or the famous Lake Michigan. Guests have the choice to eat a sumptuous meal in one of the nearby restaurants near the place or stay in the hotel and enjoy meal at the Caliterra Bar and Grille.
Another great hostel to check out is the Hostelling International Chicago. It is located near one of the most popular cultural attractions of the city, the Millennium Park. Guests can also spend their New Year at one of the near by night clubs of the City or inside... Continue reading
Christmas in Red: Hong Kong’s Finest
Christmas is fast approaching and I know you are already thinking of the best place to stay on a holiday. Lights, food, happy people and cold breeze delineate the best getaway in Hong Kong. It is a city-state situated on China’s south coast and enclosed by the Pearl Delta River and South China Sea. The scenic view just adds to its appeal as one of the amazing places in Asia.
Hong Kong balances a modernized way of life with the Chinese traditions. Renowned as the culinary capital of Asia, it has an astounding wide array of cuisines to choose from. The best way to celebrate Christmas is to be served with delicious food.
The Peak, one of Hong Kong Island’s stunning place to go to. Riding the Peak tram as it is pulled by steel cables allows you to enjoy the view of the pointed summit of the mountain. You can see... Continue reading
China Escape A Bliss on New Year’s Eve
China has its own special date of celebrating New Year. That is also the reason why many tourists visit the place on New Year’s Eve. It is a serene place to have a break on city noise and busy people. But their festive mood still remains. That is a plus factor in China, everyday is a happy day.
Though Christmas is also celebrated there, they do not pay attention to it that much because they have a different culture and tradition. Fireworks are often present in celebrations. Parades and the best part is the food.
City lights adds to its blissful scene. There are a lot of places this country boasts. Shanghai is the largest city in China it is mainly sectioned in two parts: Pudong (east of the Huang Pu River) and Puxi (west of the Huang Pu River). Pudong is the development Zone.
For the Romantic type of traveler, Yangzte River... Continue reading
China Escape A Bliss on New Year’s Eve
China has its own special date of celebrating New Year. That is also the reason why many tourists visit the place on New Year’s Eve. It is a serene place to have a break on city noise and busy people. But their festive mood still remains. That is a plus factor in China, everyday is a happy day.
Though Christmas is also celebrated there, they do not pay attention to it that much because they have a different culture and tradition. Fireworks are often present in celebrations. Parades and the best part is the food.
City lights adds to its blissful scene. There are a lot of places this country boasts. Shanghai is the largest city in China it is mainly sectioned in two parts: Pudong (east of the Huang Pu River) and Puxi (west of the Huang Pu River). Pudong is the development Zone.
For the Romantic type of traveler, Yangzte River... Continue reading
Before It Strikes 12: Experience Italian New Year In Bologna
The best things in life need not be that expensive. When in Italy, visit Bologna and go nostalgic over the wide array of cultural traditions, cuisine and scenery. Be fascinated by the timeless work of arts and enjoy dining in the all-authentic Italian restaurant that serves the best spaghetti in Bolognese sauce, where the dish actually originated. While in the city, stay in Top Hotel Park Bologna, located at NAZIONALE 67, just minutes away from the city’s historical center which comprises 38km of arcade so it’s where you can eventually walk the entire city through. Have a day tour in the city’s best structural features like the two towers which are the only two left of the hundred-plus constructed in the 12th and 13th century. Visit the famous Basilica di Santa Maria dei Servi and Basilica di Santo Stefano or go beyond the city to visit Sanctuary of the Madonna... Continue reading
Bangkok: Red Christmas in Modern Times
Bangkok, Thailand may be largely Buddhist-worshippers but the Christmas festivity is not foreign to this “Venice of the East.” Strolling down the streets of Bangkok will entice tourists to shop to their heart’s content as ornately-decorated shopping malls are attuned to the holiday’s idea of dazzling sales and delightful bargain galore! Not to mention the airing of Christmas carols sung by some artists.
Everyone in Bangkok is in Christmas spirit so you will forget fleetingly that it is probably quite warm outside and that you're in a predominately Buddhist country! But then, those minor details won’t seem to matter anymore once December spins around. Being a Buddhist country, one can undergo temple-hopping and enrich yourself about the beliefs and customs of the Thai people while feasting your eyes with the amazing sculptures and architectural wonders of each temples. Go on a canal trip and sail through their serpentine canals of Khlong... Continue reading
A Mild Winter Wonderland Christmas in Athens
Athens has become a special Christmas destination, as its celebration of the holidays becomes spectacular and surprisingly refreshing each year. The holiday’s festive mood never loses its magic even in Athens as Christmas does not end in the 26th of December, 2011. In Athens, the joyous season starts in mid-November and last through early January.
By this time, the city will be adorned with towering Christmas trees and lavish department store displays. Wondrous festive lights welcome passers-by while floodlights atop Syntagma Square’s buildings diffuse brilliance and that yuletide feel. Holiday performances at key center points from bars, jazz clubs and other entertainment venues, ice-skating rinks, jolly Santas, and magically-lit boulevards will bring everyone together during this brightest holiday of the year, to dazzle the children and make adults feel young again. So if you are planning to head off into a holiday vacation minus the biting cold weather, why don’t you... Continue reading
A guide to Paris
When you try to visit Paris. This city is bursting with world class events all year round. Tennis and Cycling is the most popular sports that liven the city. This makes the city a sports fanatic. And it also make you to inlove in this games when you go try it. Paris is also known for its best spot, the Eiffel Tower.
This is one of the tallest structure ever built and this also makes the City of Paris as one of the tallest(famous) city in the world. Other than the “Tour Eiffell”, there are more tourists spots that makes Paris as one of the best city. And for a coming visitor, it is all worth it. Paris can overmatched anyone’s expectations. Now, if you prefer to go at this beautiful city. Staying in can give you the best you will ever had. Hotels are bit a luxury, and if you... Continue reading
A guide to London
2012 is now fast approaching and the next Olympic is in London. Lot of sports fanatics will surely follow to support their respective countries. and lots of them, are not yet familiar in the streets of London. London is a very wide, rich city. Like other historic cities like Rome, London is a city that was full of tradition. The native cultures never vanished in centuries. This city could be one of the most brilliant city you will ever visit in a lifetime.
Dared to take a vacation in this city is a very expensive one though. Hotels and other accomodation has the luxury price in it. But for alternatives, in case of low budgets. Looking for the best two hostels in London is a good option.
On top of the list is the Palmers Lodge, a stylish place that carries the memories of the late Samuel Palmer of Huntley. Decorated and... Continue reading
A guide to Rome
Youngsters have been much into modern world and take much of their time on technologies and other computer generated machines. In other words, young generations are living with technologies that sometimes they tend to forget people and even places in the history. But try to ask them about the city that involves classical structure and then they will answer, “Rome”.
The Colosseum or Flavian Amphitheatre of Rome. The building was begun by Vespasian, inaugurated by Titus in 80 AD and completed by Domitian.
Yes, despite of its classical appearance, Rome still remains forever into everyone’s memory. Rome has been known for as the oldest city in the world because of its classical structures and historical buildings that still stand and exist today. The city surprises you with pictures of the lost empires, architectural heirlooms and its glorious monumentalities.
And..ready to go? Discover the hidden beauty and secrets of Rome. This historic city can... Continue reading
A guide to Italy
With a rich culture and a marvellous history, Italy is a wonderful country that you should include in your list of places to visit. The country is situated in the southern part of Europe and it is enclosed by the Mediterranean Sea. It is a country that boasts a rich cultural diversity and the well known birthplace of the early sciences and the arts.
Italy has a great history to tell to those who visit this fine country. With its monumental architectural landmarks, it clearly shows how rich and vast the culture of the country holds. This is the center of the Roman Empire that lasted for many centuries, giving great contributions in the field of the arts, sciences and architecture to the world.
If you intend to visit Italy, you will surely be mesmerized by the wondrous attractions and sights it has to offer. You will definitely consider in extending your... Continue reading
Top 10 cheapest hostels in Rome
It is true that Rome is known for its expensive hostels and hotels, but there are parts in rome where you can find cheap hostels than any other european city, “Rome have it all” that’s what the tourists have been saying for a decade now, rome is full of pleasure, love, ancient buildings and most of all the Roman architscture which the city is build of.
If you are looking for a hostel, you will not find any hostel cheaper than “Asterix 2” with beds starting from 20 Euros (18 dollars), and you may also get a free night if you book 3 nights, plus free meals, internet and other services, you can also visit “Hostel Peter Pan”, ”CHERRY HOSTEL”, “YHA Ostello di ROMA- Foro Italico A.F. Pessina” with same rates.
If you are looking for a hotel then “Hotel Mari” is the place you are looking for, with less than 50... Continue reading
About london
Noisy, vibrant and truly multicultural, London is a megalopolis of people, ideas and energy. The capital and largest city of both the United Kingdom and of England, it is also the largest city in Western Europe and the European Union.
Despite a perhaps unfair reputation for being unsettled, London enjoys a dry and mild climate on average. Only one in three days on average will bring rain and often only for a short period. In some years such as 2010 there is no rain for several weeks.
Winter in London is mild compared to nearby continental European cities, due to both the presence of the Gulf Stream and urban heat effect. Summer is perhaps the best season for tourists as it has long daylight hours as well as mild temperatures. The average daily high temperatures in July and August are around 24°C (75°F) The highest temperature since 2000 was recorded once in... Continue reading
The largest country in the world by far
Russia is the largest country in the world by far; spanning nine time zones, its territory covers nearly twice as much of the earth as that of the next largest country, Canada.
Russia is a cold country, but there is always shades in the grey. The contrast of tundra's permafrost, which occupies 65% of Russian land and exotic Black sea coast has in between the continental climate, which is the most inhabited zone of European Russia, southern regions of Siberia and the Russian Far East. Its summers are always warm with a good portion of hot days enabling outdoor swimming in many of rivers, lakes and the seas.
Russia has a very lively hitchhiking culture, with many hitchhiking clubs, there is even an Academy of Hitchhiking. There are many competitions. Despite horror stories about bad things happening in Russia, it is relatively safe to hitchhike, especially in the countryside. In some regions... Continue reading