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The advantages of renting apartments with a view
Arriving in a city and having the feeling of having it all within reach is priceless. Not only is it important for our apartment to be central but also to feel that we are a stone´s throw from everything. The ideal thing, though, is to have an apartment with a view. With a view of the sea, a castle, the main square in the city or the mountains. When you wake up with a wonderful view, it´s the best possible start to the the day . View of the Eiffel Tower Getting up in the morning and the Eiffel Tower being the first that you see is priceless. Since it has been there for many decades and you have seen it so many times in films, you will have the feeling that what you have in front of you is a screen. The view of it at night, when it´s lit up, is a stunning visual wonder. To book Apartment SUFFREN View of the Roman Colosseum Something similar happens with the Colosseum since it is one of the landmarks that we recognise the most for having studied it over and over again. Having it in front all the time is something you can have if you rent an apartment with a view and, I can assure you, that you will end up counting the number of ´windows´ that this amazing architectonic wonder has. It´s also amazing to look at when it´s lit up at night, with yellow and orange colours. Pure magic. To book Apartment COLOSSEOPULCHRA View of the Grand Place in Brussels Opening your eyes and looking over this central square is like waking up in the middle of a party, although without the excessive...
The World’s Best Carnivals
February has arrived and that means carnival is here. Although we are still in the midst of winter, cities around the globe are embracing a festive spirit and forgetting their work and daily grind for a few days. Carnival is celebrated all over the world but each city has its own distinctive style. Here we give you a list of the best carnivals in the world, each unique in and of itself. Rio de Janeiro When we think of carnival, the first things that we think of are color, music, party, costumes… And this pretty much describes the carnival of Rio de Janeiro, which is probably the most famous carnival and certainly the most crowded in the world. The festivities in Rio de Janeiro last for five days as floats parade through the center of the Sambadrome, the hotspot of carnival action, to the rhythm of the samba music. If you enjoy dancing in colorful costumes, the carnival of Rio is right for you. It takes place this year from February 28 to March 4. vía karendesuyo Cologne Of course, you don’t need samba to celebrate carnival as God intended. In Europe we also celebrate carnival in a variety of ways. One of the most important is held in the German city of Cologne. Although it was officially opened in November, it really begins in February. The week-long festivities take place between Fat Thursday and Ash Wednesday, with seven days of madness, partying, parades, costumes and lots of beer in between. Oh, and let´s not forget: Kölle Alaaf! Venice For something more sophisticated, head to southern Europe, to the beautiful...
The Best Carnival Costumes for Travellers
You cannot attend carnival without a disguise. Well, you could but it is not the same experience. Carnival costumes are the thing that sets this party apart from all others, which is also why wearing something special is almost an obligation. If you’re traveling to a place where they celebrate carnival, don’t worry about costumes. You don’t have to spend a fortune on a costume (it’s enough having to finance the trip!), because we’re going to give you some ideas to help you enjoy the celebration and on how to dress for the occasion. via bit.co 20 of Our Favorite Homemade Halloween Costumes Low-cost option One of the best options for people who want to dress up without spending much money is to look through what you have at home. You can certainly find some worthwhile things in your closet that haven’t seen daylight in a few years. If you’re traveling abroad a good choice is to wear a costume that is typical for your country or region. Even if you don’t have anything like this in your wardrobe, surely you know someone who does or a place where you can buy it cheaply. This would enable you to dress up and it’s a great way to start up a conversation about where you are from with other carnival-goers. Improvisational option Don’t worry if you’ve reached your destination without a plan. I´m sure you can improvise with something from your bag. In fact, unless you’re going to one of the prestigious events of the Carnival of Venice, you can simply put on some clothing items of various colors...How to plan your travel budget in Europe's top destinations
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Touring the best stadiums in the world
The World Cup in Brazil will start in June 2014 and the Spanish national team will do its best to defend its title as champion. Football is always a good excuse to travel and touring the best stadiums in the planet is just a great plan. If you visit countries like South Africa or Brazil, it would be a sin not to visit the Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro, or the Soccer City in Johannesburg. It is a highly recommended experience even if you aren’t a football freak. Wembley, London The mythical Wembley is one of the most beautiful football stadiums in the world; it looks like a planet due to its shape and the ring around it. No doubt its image catches the attention of visitors. Since the new Wembley opened its doors in 2007, it has been shining every day as if it was a luminous work of art: it can host around 90,000 fans. Its construction was part of the London 2012 Olympic project and, of course, it deserved to go into the history of sports as the chosen venue for the opening and closing ceremonies of the games. via braveheartsports Soccer City, Johannesburg Soccer City brings spectacular memories to Spaniards, because it was the place where they won the World Cup 2010. Located in Soweto, this stadium became very famous because it hosted Nelson Mandela’s speech when he was released from prison in 1990, as well as his funeral in December 2013. With capacity to host more than 90,000 people, it is the largest stadium in the entire African continent. San Siro , Milan...
Lady Liberty and her less known replicas
Although she is French, she is the most famous American symbol in the world. This beautiful lady has welcomed millions of people at New York’s Harbor and has given hope to her admirers just with her presence. She was unacknowledged and almost given away by neglect, but most importantly she has been inspiration to millions. Yes we are talking about the famous statue of the liberty. Lady liberty is probably the single most universally recognized emblem of the United States anywhere in the world. Its presence dominates New York’s harbor landscape today, as well as, when millions of Europeans came by ship to the land of opportunities. Furthermore, the statue is a spiritual and artistic statement of the values of the United States and, of course, an engineering marvel; no one had even attempted to build a structure anywhere near that size ever before. Gustav Eiffel designed the lady’s frame, which was very strong and sophisticated; it had to support the extremely heavy cooper she is made of. If the frame got out of position, her cooper sheets would crumble under their own way, so there is no doubt of the challenging and innovative elements of this unique monument. vía Celso Flores It isn’t a coincidence that there are many replicas and imitations of Lady Liberty in the whole world, because it simply represents: freedom for all. Here are some the less known replicas: Paris To return the favor, American residents in Paris gave the French government a replica of the statue of Liberty to commemorate the French Revolution. It is located in the Seine River near the Grenelle Bridge...
The Perfect Gift Ideas for Travelers
Gift giving is no easy task, whether for a close relative or friend. Everyone wants to give something appropriate, useful or fun and to avoid what is often an inevitable result: disappointment. We all know what it’s like to open a gift and then have to lie about how much we like it when it would best be simply forgotten. Have you had bad luck with gifts? Personally, I’ve had rather bad luck this year. My gifts are pretty much a joke: a self-help book full of useless pretensions, a scarf that’s too itchy to wear, a shirt that’s way to large, a shirt that’s way too small, and a perfume that can be smelled some 50 meters away. It’s been a huge disappointment. If you´re like me and you like to travel, maybe you would like some of the same things I would have liked to receive. There is nothing better than a useful gift, a gift that you will use again and again. Here are a few things that you can keep in mind the next time you need to give someone a gift, whether a birthday or next year at Christmas. With these gifts you can’t go wrong. For good rest while traveling Have you ever heard of an ostrich pillow? Although it´s hard to explain exactly what it is, you can rest assured that this will not only be the most original gift you´ve ever given but also the most useful. An ostrich pillow is like a padded hood for your head but one that covers your entire head with a breathing hole for the...
Reise-Fettnäpfchen – How to Avoid Cultural Faux Pas
It is always important to know something about the culture of the country where you are traveling, not only out of respect for the locals but also to avoid embarrassment or creating bad feelings. In Western countries, cultural differences of this kind are typically small ones that shouldn’t worry you. But there are some things you should be aware of, so we’ve compiled some tips for what to do or not to do in a few different countries. Spain If you travel to Spain, you will likely enjoy a hearty meal since Spanish cuisine is among the best in the world. And, of course, after you’ve finished eating, comes a time to sleep. While stretching yours arms up while sitting at the table is normal in the majority of European countries, it can be viewed as rude in Spain. Now you know that you’ll have to stretch stealthily if you’re feeling tired. Morocco If Morocco is your next travel destination, there´s something you should know. Moroccans are very friendly people and will do anything to make you feel comfortable if you are their guest. This is why if you are offered something, such as a glass of tea, a meal or a small gift, it is very important that you accept. If you decline the invitation or offer, they might think their offer is not good enough for you and be offended. If you accept, you will make them happy because they believe that they will be rewarded for good deeds after death. The way they see it, accepting favors is not only good for you but for them...
The Best Destinations for the Last Days of 2013
Winter is almost here and Christmas, too, which means that the year 2013 is coming to an end, but there’s still time to plan a getaway before New Year’s Eve. Whether you have just a few days or even an entire week to get away, we’re going to talk about the best destinations in Europe to escape and make the most of what’s left of the year. 2-4 days Sometimes we may think it’s not worth traveling for such a short time. But with this mindset, you’ll never go anywhere. Two days are still plenty of time to relax in a new place and take a break from your routine. If you only have two, three or four days to get away, it´s best to visit a city. Where? A good place to start is Rome. Visiting Rome outside the main tourist season is a joy, since there’s no summer sun beating down on you or flocks of tourists queuing up in long lines that never end every place that is the least bit interesting. Rome is best to visit at this time of year when you can explore at your leisure. Another interesting destination for such a short amount of time is Lisbon. At this time of year, the temperatures there are around 15ºC, which makes it a very attractive winter destination where you don’t have to go out in jackets, hats, scarves, etc. and still freeze to death. Being there off-season, you’ll also be able to appreciate the daily life of the Portuguese capital and all its delights and surprises in neighborhoods like Alfama or Bairro...
