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Travel Trends 2013: Sharm El Sheikh, More Popular than Ever

Aleksandr Shatskih

Cosmos Holidays have a few fabulous deals for travelers to Sharm El Sheikh, with packages starting at as low as £273 per person on January 13. Prices tend to get higher in the following months, culminating at £395 in May.

12 years ago

Trends: Travel Industry to Grow Strong in 2013

Aleksandr Shatskih

The travel industry can expect a healthy upswing in the coming year, at least in the US. A survey that covered some 374 shuttle passengers from around the US, and found that 23% of respondents will travel more in 2013 than in 2012.

12 years ago

You Don’t Have to Travel Far for the Quadrantid Meteor Shower

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Quadrantids will peak in the wee morning hours of January 3rd, at a maximum rate of about 80 per hour, varying between 60-200. If you live in Australia and lower portions of South America, you can watch them live, via a NASA Ustream feed.

12 years ago

Emirates Begins Twice Daily NY & Paris Flights

Aleksandr Shatskih

As of yesterday Emirates Airlines will fly twice daily to New York and Paris with their A380’s.

12 years ago

US Travelers Prefer European Countries for 2013

Aleksandr Shatskih

Europe is a top preference for US travelers making their plans for 2013, according to a recent survey by Fly.com. Italy ranks first in their recently released survey, followed by Australia. Another two European destinations, the United Kingdom and France, also made it into the top 5, following New Zealand on the US travelers’ wishlist […]

12 years ago

Magdalena Abakanowicz Works On Display in Warsaw

Aleksandr Shatskih

Earlier this month works of Poland’s celebrated sculptor Magdalena Abakanowicz went on exhibit in Warsaw. Made up of mostly never before seen pieces, the exhibit at Warsaw’s House of Plastic Arts Gallery represents the latest revelation of the talents of the now prized artist.

12 years ago

Mövenpick Hotel’s First Paris Gem, Mövenpick Neuilly

Aleksandr Shatskih

Situated in the Neuilly neighborhood of Paris, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts’ first offering in Paris promises still more upscale hospitality in one of the city’s most hospitable areas. The Mövenpick Hotel Paris Neuilly, located minutes from all the city’s most treasured monuments, sits quietly along Boulevard Victor Hugo, a quiet respite from sometimes noisy Paris.

12 years ago

Das Stue Opens: A Step Above Berlin Boutiques

Phil Butler

Last week an all new boutique stay opened up in Berlin. Das Stue in the Tiergarten neighborhood, is an 80 room luxury affair just perfect as a home away from home while visiting Germany’s capital.

12 years ago

Club Med Reveals Italian Alps Resort

Aleksandr Shatskih

Club Med announced having opened their newest mountain resort destination, Pragelato Vialattea, in the heart of the Italian Alps.

12 years ago

MCR Development Buys 10 Hilton & Marriott Hotels

Aleksandr Shatskih

MCR Development LLC announced on Friday their having acquired 1o Hilton and Marriott hotels from Skye Hospitality. With a total of 1,294 rooms, the portfolio is made up of primarily newer hotels, according to the company’s press.

12 years ago

UAE Announces Yas Waterworld Opening

Aleksandr Shatskih

Most people don’t immediately think of water parks and super slides when they hear Abu Dhabi mentioned. However, news yesterday may change all that. The UAE’s first mega waterpark is scheduled to open January 24th with a total of 43 rides destined to get visitors all wet next year. The so named Yas Waterworld Abu […]

12 years ago

Crystal Cruises Announces 2013 Getaway Deals

Aleksandr Shatskih

In cruise news, Crystal Cruises announced yesterday having unveiled a new collection of Crystal Getaways for 2013. Passengers booking before January get special pricing.

12 years ago

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