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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 […]

11 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 […]

11 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 […]

11 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.

11 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.

11 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.

11 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.

11 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.

11 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.

11 years ago

Puerto Saplaya – A Scenic Mediterranean Resort

Argo Contributor

Considered to be within the boundaries of Valencia, Puerto Saplaya is a scenic residential resort area found on the northern parts of the beach. A mini resort town, it has just under 2,000 inhabitants and it comprises of a complex of buildings, which enclose a water channel system.

11 years ago

Touring Alsace, Champagne & the Ardennes by car

Argo Contributor

So you decided to arrange your independent trip by car. And immediately a lot of questions arise: where to start the trip, what should you take with you, what documents are required, where to look for accommodation and how to rent a car without spending pots of money?

11 years ago

Barcelona – The Catalonian Art Capital

Argo Contributor

The Catalonian capital of Barcelona might as well be considered Europe’s capital of art. Artists like Joan Miró, Antoni Gaudí, Lluís Domènech i Montaner, Salvador Dalí are just a few of the big names – strong representatives from Catalonia. Museums and art creations by these artists are found in abundance in the city of Barcelona.

11 years ago

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The 7th International Traditional Dance Festival in Chersonissos features 450 dancers from seven countries, street parades, and free performances.

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