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October 2010 Blog Posts (92)

A Scottish Cemetery Visit on Halloween

One of my favorite benefits of business travel is seeing new cities, towns and countries, and experiencing different cultures.…

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Added by Carol Margolis on October 31, 2010 at 1:12pm — 2 Comments

Going Gay at FIT in Buenos Aires

The Pink Corner

By Roy Heale

With a great deal of fanfare and excitement The 15^th annual FIT Latin America (International Tourism Fair of Latin America) is taking place once again in Buenos Aires from October 30^th to…

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Added by Roy Heale on October 30, 2010 at 7:58pm — No Comments

Bogota and Its Tasty Historic Center

For reasons that certainly don’t need repeating, until fairly recently informing your nearest and dearest you’re considering a vacation in Colombia might’ve been considered grounds for dialing the dudes in the white coats. But these days, the country’s capital is optimistic, as safe as anywhere in Latin America, and in the midst of a boom in restaurants, la rumba (nightlife), and the economy and society in general. Apart from an impressive mountain setting and comfily cool weather all… Continue

Added by Jose Balido on October 30, 2010 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Dia de Los Muertos is a Glimpse Into Mexico´s Unique Heritage

Dia de Los Muertos is the ONLY holiday that is truly Mexican with Pre-colombian origins, symbols and practices still observed today in all communities. Dia de los Muertos begins on Oct. 31st and ends on Nov. 2 with the celebrations on tombstones washed clean and decorated with flowers and incense.… Continue

Added by Las Villas de Bellavista on October 30, 2010 at 12:00pm — No Comments

International Tourism Fair of Latin America - Buenos Aires - Argentina

THE WORLD AT FIT

The glass window to look at the world from and the place where each year global tourism industry interacts are found in Buenos Aires. Since 1997, FIT – organized by the Argentine Association of Tourism and Travel Agencies (Asociación Argentina de Agencias de Viajes y Turismo, AAAVYT), Buenos Aires Association of Tourism and Travel Agencies (Asociación de Agencias de Viajes y Turismo de Buenos Aires, AVIABUE) and Ferias Argentinas S.A.- was positioned as one of the most… Continue

Added by alfredo ferreyra on October 30, 2010 at 7:50am — No Comments

Posh Area in Dhaka, Bangladesh

Airport Road in Dhaka is one of the best places to get real entertainment. You will be amazed to see many decorated items. The road is very smooth as silky. The road is connected between the main city and the new city, Uttara.

Another advantage is that the road is also connected with the International Airport. There are two hotels; one

is Dhaka Regency and another is…

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Added by SALAHUDDIN AHMED on October 29, 2010 at 2:30pm — 1 Comment

Your Travel Horoscope: The Astrology Trip Planner

Just as astrology can identify, say, business and romantic opportunities or challenges, those celestial bodies slinking about the stars can help pinpoint optimal times and places for travel. Also, destinations have their own astro-charts, which interact with yours -- meaning astrology can serve as a kind of spiritual travel agent. It can tell you, for example, about places likely to be good or not-so-good matches for your temperament, personality, and current… Continue

Added by Jordan Simon on October 29, 2010 at 9:00am — 4 Comments

Where Nature Is Close At Hand: Puerto Madryn, Argentina

By Roy Heale

Named in 1865 by the original settlers in honor of a Welsh Baron, the Atlantic coastal town and seaside resort of Puerto Madryn is renowned as the whale watching capital of Argentina. It is also the gateway to the Peninsula Valdes World Natural Heritage sanctuary since 1999 and a major wildlife conservation area. The region encompasses…

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Added by Roy Heale on October 29, 2010 at 8:00am — 2 Comments

Location-Based Mobile Brands on Demand

From NMT Images

Location Based Mobile Brands on Demand

Location-based marketing or geo-location allows a business to “capture a customer” when he or she is… Continue

Added by Kaleel Sakakeeny on October 28, 2010 at 8:30pm — No Comments

Paris' Amazing Hotel Moderne St-Germain

I stayed in Paris with a friend two weeks ago, and it was awesome. It was the second time I went to Paris, but for the first one I didn't stay in an hotel. This year, my friend and I saved some money to have an unforgettable trip to…

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Added by Isabelle Moulinier on October 28, 2010 at 11:00am — No Comments

Mentawa Surf Travel

Mentawai Island…

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Added by Delvinus Sabolak on October 28, 2010 at 10:38am — No Comments

Vacations in Winter

Those looking for unusual…

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Added by allthebest on October 28, 2010 at 4:06am — 1 Comment

Rajasthan Tour: Mandawa

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Added by Anil Rawat on October 28, 2010 at 2:30am — No Comments

The Notre Dame ...One view !

Located in an extraordinary classified building that is over 400 years old, our small ...…

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Added by Lea Wihp on October 27, 2010 at 10:30am — No Comments

Hotel Bellechasse - So " Couture "

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Added by Lea Wihp on October 27, 2010 at 10:30am — No Comments

Hotel Napoléon - REAL LUXURY!

This luxury hotel, affectionately named ‘The Place’ by Errol Flynn, has 102 guestrooms, including 47 suites, at your disposal, all equipped with the very latest

innovations. Set in the heart of the Triangle d'Or, a stone’s throw

from the Arc de Triomphe and just a step away from the world famous

Avenue des Champs Elysées, this haven of serenity boasts a truly

exceptional and easily accessible location, and is a marvel of

Empire-style…

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Added by Anne-Sophie Wolff on October 27, 2010 at 9:26am — No Comments

Hotel Athénée - OPENING!

A wind of lyricism blowing on Paris lifts the curtain upon Jacques Garcia’s

newest creation: the hotel Athénée, a charming and exceptional boutique-hotel

reminiscent of the 19th century Italian romance.

Based on four of the most renowned lyric tragedies of the opera, the hotel offers

both the curious as well as the connoisseurs an occasion to be submerged by an

exceptional décor in which the presence of the…

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Added by Anne-Sophie Wolff on October 27, 2010 at 8:37am — No Comments

Which Is Your Favorite Winter City?

Christmas is a special time of year in and its festive magic will soon put a spell on as all - the glittering lights, the sparkling festive ornaments - from traditional to modern, from miniature to bombastic, the seasonal aroma of mulled wine and baked cinnamon stars, cream-filled pastries, candied fruit, roasted chestnuts, grilled sausages and local delicacies, they all provide a magnificent setting and an incomparable atmosphere…so… Continue

Added by Velimira Velikova on October 27, 2010 at 4:30am — 6 Comments

A Buenos Aires Lovers Locale: Torcuato & Regina, Bar-Bistro

By Roy Heale

Latin lovers are world renowned for their passion and intimate love affairs. Perhaps the most famous of these romantic couples was Juan Domingo Peron and Maria Eva Duarte de Peron---more commonly known as Evita. But prior to this historic coupling the 20^th President of Argentina, Maximo…

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Added by Roy Heale on October 26, 2010 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Restaurant at Winvian Resort Earned 2011 AAA Five Diamond Award

October 2010 - Historical charm meets cutting edge cuisine at The Restaurant at Winvian, http://www.winvian.com

where exceptional food, flawless service and luxurious yet comfortable

décor has been recognized by AAA and received the prestigious Five

Diamond Award for 2011. The Five Diamond accolade is the highest level

award given to lodgings and restaurants by AAA.

At the helm of Winvian's kitchen is Executive Chef Chris… Continue

Added by Janet Serra on October 26, 2010 at 3:30pm — No Comments