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If you are planning to visit Bhutan on a holiday, you must check out the following hotels including amazing Riverside Hotel Bhutan and Tara Phendeyling Hotel to enjoy a comfortable stay experience and amazing hospitality.

1.Riverside Hotel Bhutan

Riverside Hotel Bhutan is one of the best hotels in Bhutan and is great for travelers heading to Thimpu. This hotel is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and its proximity to good restaurants and attractions in the city. The hotel features amazing f

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Bali is undeniably on every globetrotter's bucket list. If alluring beaches,  intoxicating nightlife, and incredible shopping spots are also a part of your list then to Kuta is the place that will charm you with the right blend of all these and more! Always dreamed about living in an exquisite resort facing a serene beach, Kuta will fulfill all your dreams and will sweep you off your feet with its beauty!  There are a myriad of beach hotels in Kuta and these hotels are renowned for their top-not

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The 5 Best 3-Star Hotels In Dubai

There is no doubt that Dubai is a place which has made its own space in the world. The “city of sheikhs” is blessed with a mix of modernity and tradition. There are skyscrapers, fancy restaurants and luxurious hotels to make the entire stay in the city a memorable. From the 5-star hotels to the 3-star hotels, the variety is vast and worth exploring. While the best on the list are Fortune Pearl Hotel and Suite Novotel which are luxurious and on a budget. So if you’re looking for a good stay optio

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athirapally falls

Athirappilly Falls often described as ‘India’s Niagara’, which stands tall at 80 feet, the water surges around big rocks and cascades down in three separate plumes. Below the falls, the river remains turbulent for about 1 kilometer and then it calms and flows smoothly. The unique 180 meters (590 ft) elevation riparian forest in the Athirappilly-Vazhachal area is the only location where all four South Indian species of hornbills — the great hornbill (the state bird of Kerala), Malabar pied hornbi

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The research and preparation for the publication of the 8th edition of GSAIR has now started. This 8th report will once again look at the ever changing dynamic in the serviced apartments and extended stay sectors globally. 

To receive a copy of the existing 7th report, to provide a contribution, or to be added to the mailing list for a complimentary PDF of the next report, please email: GSAIR@apartmentservice.com 

Kind regards

Bard Vos

Marketing Manager - The Apartment Service

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In the coolest travel destination for 2016, you can plan a cool vacation knowing these top things to do in Monteverde, Costa Rica.

 

Monteverde is famous for its cloud forests, nature and wildlife, adrenaline-inducing zip lines and suspension bridges, and its fabulous local coffee, ice cream and cheeses. So, pack your bags and get ready for an amazing adventure in the cloud forest on vacation in Monteverde.

 

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10 Top things to do in Monteverde, Costa Rica


Canopy Zipline Tours


Monteverde boasts some

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andersonvalley.jpg?width=350Sometimes the most impressive destinations require a trip to someplace more off the beaten path. Taking a side trip from Napa Valley is a great example.

Iconic in its own right for wineries, stellar culinary scene, and vibrant arts, after spending a week on tastings and soaking in Napa's ambiance, you just might be ready to head north up Route 128 for 2½ hours over hairpin mountain curves into Anderson Valley which eventually leads to the Mendocino Coast.

Surrounded by steep, forested slopes

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9009014270?profile=originalCome January 2016, schoolchildren in the southern Nicoya Peninsula of Costa Rica will hopefully breathe easy with cleaner air.

Roads in front of seven elementary schools in the region, that are now unpaved dustbowls, will be the first in Costa Rica to be made of recyclable plastic, thanks to the Pave the Road initiative.

The southern Nicoya Peninsula is one of those iconic Costa Rica tourism spots, where you can find paradise beaches, world-class surf breaks, forested coastline, and charming towns

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9009004684?profile=originalOne of the great aspects about visiting the famous cloud forest in Monteverde, Costa Rica, is all of the fantastic restaurants in the area. Whether it is because so many international residents from all over the world live here, or that Monteverde is a popular tourism destination in Costa Rica, the result is the same – excellent gourmet cuisine at dozens of restaurants in the high mountain jungle.

Two of the best restaurants in Monteverde are located at the luxury Hotel El Establo. Located very n

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One of the USA's most historic and iconic cities, known for its rich history, Philadelphia is a fascinating city to visit, and with a little research on travel websites you definitely can plan a perfect vacation . The triumphant run that Sylvester Stallone has in the film Rocky on the iconic steps is not the only iconic thing about this city. There is a lot more to it. Here is all that you need to know to plan a perfect trip to the "City of Brotherly Love":

When to visit?


The best time to vis

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Why Choose Manali For Your Upcoming Vacations?

Apart from being a well-known travel destination in India, Manali is also an epicentre of tourism. It boasts of some of the most beautiful sites of Himalayan ranges along with splendid valleys, ridges, meadows, and terrains. If you are planning a vacation for a hill station, it will be the perfect destination with the best Manali places to stay, efficient transportation, and unlimited exploration. Manali is settled in the midst of snow-capped mountains. It is the hottest travel destination for c

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9008921287?profile=originalRenting a vacation home in Costa Rica, especially one at the beach, is a great idea. Stay steps from the sand at beautiful Santa Teresa, Costa Rica in the new beachfront vacation home, Martha’s House.

 

The two-story octagon-shaped house is just off the beach and surrounded by lush tropical gardens. The house sleeps up to 10 persons with four air-conditioned bedrooms and three baths. Other luxury features include a fully-equipped kitchen, large swimming pool, Jacuzzi, saun

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The beautiful city of Victoria - actually the capital of this province - liesat the southern tip of Vancouver Island, just an hour's drive (and 90-minute ferry ride) from the city f Vancouver. Some of the highlights of this excursion include the ferry ride through the Gulf Islands, a stopover at the Fisherman’s Wharf to feed the seals, a tour to the downtown of Victoria, and a host of other attractions and activities to indulge in like the Royal BC Museum, Butchart Gardens, walking tours, and

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9008893481?profile=originalWhat is it like to stay at Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge?

 

The extraordinary Costa Rica eco-lodge is designed sustainablywith lodge buildings tucked into the forest back from the beach. All construction is from beautiful tropical hardwoods taken from naturally fallen or farmed trees, and recycled materials.

 

9008893672?profile=originalFor accommodations at Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge, there are three one-bedroom cabins, one cabin suite, one two-bedroom cabin, four rooms in the two-story Mango Guesthouse, and the two-sto

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As Costa Rica’s multinational business community grows, so too does the number of business travelers visiting the country. Costa Rica also has become a highly popular destination for international meetings, incentive trips, conferences and events (MICE tourism).

 

Most business and conferences still take place in the capital city of San Jose. As a business traveler to Costa Rica, you will want to stay in one of the best business hotels that San Jose has to offer.

 

10 Best Business Hotels in San Jos

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9009051872?profile=originalComing to Costa Rica on vacation?

 

Here are some quick and easy tips on what to pack for your vacation in Costa Rica. Of course, what you need depends on where you are going and what you will do, but these general guidelines will serve you well.

 

9009005259?profile=originalCosta Rica is a top 2016 vacation destination, offering warm tropical sunshine, beautiful beaches, rainforest adventures, and affordable travel. It is one of the safest countries in Latin America and easy to get around since English is widely spoken.

 

For

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9296607298?profile=originalIt is believed that the Monteverde cloud forest in Costa Rica has the highest diversity of orchids in the world. Although no inventory has ever been made, it also is thought that approximately one-third of Costa Rica's flora has been recorded in the Monteverde region. This is quite significant given that Costa Rica is considered to be one of the most biologically diverse countries in the world, having 5% of all the known species of plants and animals in only 0.03% of the Earth's surface.

You can

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9008891290?profile=originalPlanning to come to the Costa Rica Caribbean Coast on vacation? While the drive from San Jose to Puerto Viejo is pretty, there is a much easier way to get to Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast. Fly!

It takes about four hours to drive the 217 kilometers to Puerto Viejo from San Jose. The stretch on Route 32 through the Braulio Carrillo National Park is certainly very beautiful, but can also be treacherous when raining, foggy, or after dark – a good portion of the time.

Save yourself the headache and stre

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9008969901?profile=originalCosta Rica is celebrating International Surfing Day on June 20 big this year. Costa Rica’s surfing “dream team” made national history on June 7 when they were crowned 2015 World Surfing Champions.

 

Costa Rica’s team won the overall gold medal in the International Surfing Association (ISA) 2015 World Surfing Games held at Playa Popoyo, Nicaragua, competing against 26 teams from around the world. The medal, along with the Fernando Aguirre World Team Trophy and the International Olympic Committee (I

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9008967088?profile=originalComing very soon to Playa Hermosa by Jacó in Costa Rica are the Costa Rica National Surfing Championships for 2015. The annual national event will take place July 17 to 19 on Playa Hermosa in front of the Backyard Bar & Restaurant.

 

If you are in Costa Rica at this time, don’t miss this fun beach party and exciting Costa Rica surfing competition on the third weekend in July 2015. Newly opened Hotel Tramonto is the best place to stay in Playa Hermosa by Jacó. The modern 76-room hotel is located on

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