Filed Under Europe
Europe is well known for their amazing historical destinations and natural wonders. But tourists are now beginning to realize that Europe is also home to some thrilling and exciting water parks. Almost every country in Europe is home to a beautiful aqua attraction that should not be missed.
Adaland in Turkey
Located in Kusadasi, Adaland is one of the most popular water parks in the world because of their thrilling rides. The slides are simply amazing and the view from the top is spectacular. There are some areas that are only open in select months so check out their site for additional activities to enjoy any time of the year. If you are interested in relaxing while having a holiday in Turkey the Adaland is a great option for the whole family.
Caneva World in Italy
The best thing about Caneva World is that it comes with two theme parks each for specific type of recreation. If you’re looking for some traditional activities in the water you should visit Aqua Paradise. For shows, you should visit Movie Land.
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Filed Under Finland
Did you grow up believing in Santa Claus? Do your children still believe in him? Would you believe me, if I told you that you can now meet Santa Claus and cross the magical Arctic Circle, and even go for a reindeer sleigh ride with him? Oh, yes. Santa Claus village might be a bit far but then again how many chances does one have in life to meet Santa?
During the months leading up to Christmas kids make wishes and ask for presents from Santa Claus. It’s up for the adults to make this wish come true as they take the role of being Santa for their children.
But aside from becoming Santa Claus to kids, there are actually places in the world you could visit that closely ties their customs and traditions to the great gift giver. One of the most popular destinations in the world related to Santa Claus is the province of Lapland in the northernmost region of Finland. Tourists specifically visit Korvatunturi, which is a small village part of Lapland.
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Halloween is a very special type of holiday because it tries to celebrate something totally different. Aside from focusing on entertainment, Halloween also lets you focus on the mystical, unknown or even scary. This is the reason why the best destinations for the Halloween holiday are uniquely scary or mystical places.
Bran, Transylvania in Romania
The name of the place alone could spell chills to any traveler. Although the name alone is almost equal to something scary, the main structure where every scary story comes from the Bran Castle. According to popular tales, the castle is considered the home of Dracula. Walking tours are available on a daily basis. Although it only features a single path (you can’t freely roam the castle), you can get a good idea of the structure’s design.
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Filed Under Space
The race to reach the space for commercial purposes is not only between airline companies. There are private investors keen on pushing something totally unique and they expect that their technology would be available for full commercial use by 2013. Instead of an aircraft that will take tourists to space, a private company based in Spain is developing a hot air balloon powerful enough for space travel.
Meet the “Bloon”
The hot air balloon worthy for space travel is the concept of Jose Lopez-Urdiales, a Spanish entrepreneur. The “Bloon” looks like a small space capsule with four windows which should be enough for four passengers to take a good look at space. Accompanying the four passengers into space are two pilots.
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Filed Under China
In addition to their Hong Kong site, Disneyland recently announced the opening of another location in China. A ground breaking ceremony was held last April 8, 2011 in Pudong District which will set the start of the first phase of construction. The initial phase will cover at least 1.5 square miles which should be good for one amusement park and two on-site hotels. The cost of the initial construction will be $3.7 billion.
Pudong District is a very significant location and destination for the newest Disneyland because it was the location of the 2010 World Expo. The event was a big success as official estimate of the attendance was at 7.3 million. Setting up Disneyland in the same location of the World Expo is a business move that will easily attract locals and tourists.
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Filed Under Italy
Enjoying a fine meal in a Milan restaurant is more than just great tasting food. Fine dining in Milan is one of the best dining experience for any food critic because the best restaurants in the city combine the beauty of the city with an exhilarating dining experience. First time tourists in Milan should try out one of these restaurants because they represent the true spirit of Italy that perfectly blends with the beauty of the city.
Armani/Nobu
The names alone should give tourists a good idea on the beauty and appeal of the restaurant. Nobu is one of the world’s most popular Japanese restaurant chains and they sought the help of Armani to improve the experience. The restaurant is located in the famous Armani Via Manzoni where guests stay in the lounge in the ground floor before moving up to the actual restaurant.
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Filed Under Europe
A rollercoaster is a thrilling ride that push the borders of entertainment. While other rollercoaster strive to entertain everyone brave enough to experience the ride, there are others who constantly look for ways to push the boundaries of thrill that it becomes scary. In fact, there are a good number of rollercoaster in Europe known to scare their riders instead of simply providing a thrilling experience. So when your on your next European or British Holidayg(19415)a(1426523))
it might be worth checking out the following rides;
Saw – The Ride
Based on a very popular horror movie franchise, “Saw – The Ride” combines the themes from the movie with a thrilling rollercoaster. Located in Thorpe Park, riders will go through speeds of up to 55mph or 89kph. Opening in 2009 the ride has continued to attract the attention of park visitors because of its unique concept. There’s even a venue where riders can bring home a video of their experience while riding the movie themed coaster.
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Filed Under France, Italy, United Kingdom
Tourists looking for a luxurious vacation in Europe will never leave in disappointment. Some of the most luxurious hotels in the world are located in Europe as they often combine history, exquisite accommodation and location. They can command a steep rate but many of their patrons agree that every cent spent in these hotels is worth it.
The following are the top five luxurious hotels in Europe:
Hotel de Crillon
In the heart of Paris, France is Hotel de Crillon. The structure was built during mid-18th century and the beauty of the structure is still there today. Aside from the amazing historical structure and accommodation, it also features an amazing view of the Eiffel Tower. The hotels popularity is also base on its specialized personal services.
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Filed Under seychelles
Seychelles is a beautiful country in the western regions of Indian Ocean. It’s a favorite tourist destination during the summer season because of the beautiful waters with amazing natural attractions. With more than 100 islands to choose from and beautiful weather, who wouldn’t want a holiday in the Seychelles?
The beauty of Seychelles is not only on their pristine beaches. There are also attractions other than the beach that every tourist should experience while in the Seychelles. These attractions are testament that the country’s beauty also rests on what can be found on land.
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Filed Under USA
Miami is well known for its beautiful beaches, amazing nightlife and activities that could easily fill anyone’s weekend. But along with the popular attractions are the unique and unusual activities every tourist should consider visiting. These attractions are not necessarily on top of any tourists’ list of must visits but they often feature something different and entertaining.
St. Bernard de Clairvaux Episcopal Church
At first glance, it’s just a regular Episcopalian Church in Miami. But a closer look at the structure reveals that it’s more than just your regular structure. Although its current location is in North Miami Beach, it was originally built in Spain during the 12th century. The structure was only transferred to Miami in 1920 which was commissioned by William Randolph Hearst. The structure was originally a monastery which was taken apart and reassembled in Miami.
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Europe is well known for their amazing historical destinations and natural wonders. But tourists are now beginning to realize that Europe is also home to some thrilling and exciting water parks. Almost every country in Europe is home to a beautiful aqua attraction that should not be missed.
