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Another Collection of European Hotel Gems

Aleksandr Shatskih

Autumn is a special time of the year anywhere, but certainly in Europe. In the heart of the “old continent” hundreds of quaint, charming and often inspiring hotels stays await. Here’s a small selection of places our staff has either stayed or heard of via word of mouth. From Austria to Romania, this time of […]

9 years ago

TripAdvisor Names Best Europe Beaches

Phil Butler

Just in time for Spring, TripAdvisor has named the top 25 beaches in Europe for 2015 in the Traveler’s Choice Awards. With Spring having sprung just in the nick of time, what better information do those with cabin fever over the winter need? Here’s a look at some fantastic beaches to start warming up at […]

10 years ago

Cool luxury hotspots in Cape Town to spend your holidays

Aleksandr Shatskih

South Africa’s Cape Town is a superb metropolis. Packed with enticing beaches, vast vineyards, and lavish mountain ranges, spending your holiday here can be an unforgettable adventure. The city is defined by the Table Mountain National Park and crowded with numerous other nature reserves that will take your breath away. Green Point Park and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens are must-see attractions.

10 years ago

An Unforgettable Weekend in London

Aleksandr Shatskih

London is a city of unique opportunities. There are so many restaurants, that even if you go to a new one every day; you will hardly manage to visit them all. Quite often, when you come to the UK capital on business or for leisure, you get lost in this variety. And so we have […]

10 years ago

BH Mallorca to offer a twisted party experience

Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming to the Mallorca paradise in May, an all new party hotel to rival any Ibiza venue will open as BH Mallorca. The new concept hotel will reportedly offer a twisted party experience. What was Mallorca Rocks, will be transformed into a combination outdoor music venue and water park, slash luxurious hotel affair this Summer. Featuring […]

10 years ago

Make New Year’s memorable celebrating under the Northern Lights

Aleksandr Shatskih

Most people spend New Year’s Eve at home, with their loved ones. But don’t you think it’s time to spice things up a bit this year? How about celebrating the coming year someplace different, like in Northern Europe for example? Countries like Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland have the finest winter resorts and the best […]

10 years ago

A few winter Himalayas destinations

Aleksandr Shatskih

You may not think of the lofty Himalayan peaks as a natural vacation spot in the winter, but there are wonderful sights and experiences there during the cold months of the year. The mountains are breathtaking in their beauty, the frozen lakes are spectacular, and winter sports activities abound. Three Himalayan states in India, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu and Kashmir, have wonderful spots for a Himalayan travel experience in the winter.

10 years ago

Graubünden skis into digital with dual Facebooks

Aleksandr Shatskih

Switzerland’s top holiday destination, Graubünden has ramped up further their digital marketing by launching a second Facebook page aimed at agent training.

10 years ago

Complete your Cape Town trip with an afternoon drive to Cape Point

Aleksandr Shatskih

If you’re in Cape Town and you want to unwind on a lazy Sunday afternoon, get behind the wheel and drive to the amazing Cape Point. The road trip will exceed all your expectations. Packed with diverse ocean views, dramatic landscapes and beautiful sceneries, Cape Point is the perfect place to be if you want to relax while in Cape Town. As a matter of fact, the whole False Bay is famous for its fishing villages, wealth of activities and quaint towns.

10 years ago

A Suggested Guide for Visiting Funchal

Argo Contributor

The island of Madeira is best reached through its capital of Funchal. This city has just over 100,000 inhabitants, large enough to get lost in, diverse enough not to get bored of. Funchal boasts of two main personalities: Cristiano Ronaldo – footballer born in the suburbs of Funchal and Charles – the last King of Hungary/last Emperor of Austria, who is buried at the Monte Church.

10 years ago

Secret hot spots of Europe yet to be discovered

Aleksandr Shatskih

Paris and Venice are wonderful, but such popular European cities are often thronged with crowds of tourists. If you want a more authentic experience, without feeling like you’re surrounded by a horde of visitors, check out these secret European hot spots. You’ll feel like you’ve discovered a hidden gem.

10 years ago

5 Happening Europe Hot Spots for 2015

Aleksandr Shatskih

Europe has always been the très chic destination for travelers around the world. Old world charm, it never seems to go out of style. For 2015, travelers looking for the brightest hot spots on the “old continent” may just be reintroduced to some familiar place names – and a few not so familiar.

10 years ago

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