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NYE Destinations 2014

NYE Destinations 2014

Mónica Boixeda

2013 is almost over and for those folks who are looking for the best tourist destination to welcome the New Year; we have put together a list of cities where this special night is a real blast: New York It is always a delight to visit NYC any time of year. However, during New Year’s Eve, the city becomes the world center of fun and entertainment. New York offers a myriad of options to celebrate the arrival of 2014: • Time Square Surely you´ve seen the live broadcast of the famous NYE ball drop celebration from Times Square. Let this year be special and come to be part of this unforgettable celebration. The best place to enjoy this unique event is Bubba Gumps; great food and drink to begin the best year of your life. • Big Apple Circus: Luminocity If you are spending New Year with your family, this is an excellent choice. Luminocity is a show that, by means of daring stunts, jugglers, clowns and animals will transport you to a magical dimension where you’ll celebrate NYE with an exciting party and close to your loved ones. Address: Lincoln Center Damrosch Pk 62nd Street , NY   Amsterdam NYE in Amsterdam is celebrated with live music, outdoors shows, fireworks and drinks. If you are a party animal, the city offers just what you´re looking for. There are countless fireworks shows in several parts of the city including the famous Oosterdok (place of the official countdown) , Dam Square, Rembrandtplein , Nieuwmarkt and Leidseplein . Locals and tourists gather here to welcome the New Year with music and...
The Best Design Apartments in Rome

The Best Design Apartments in Rome

Miss Moci

Rome has plenty and more to show for. Throughout the year visitors flock to the Eternal City to marvel at monuments such as the Coliseum, the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Stairs, the…really the list is endless. Visiting the Vatican alone – an entire state on its own in the middle of the Italian capital – will leave you simply speechless. Fascinating about this magnificent city is certainly the combination of the modern and the ancient. Don’t forget you are in one of the most vibrant European cities, but just as you turn a corner you can find yourself travelling back into the ancient times of the Roman Empire. We love the mix between ancient architecture and functional, modern design and that is why we would like to present some of our best design apartments in Rome with some truly stunning interior design: You can stay right next to the Trevi Fountain   ON TREVI 1 Apartment   Or maybe you prefer Piazza Navona is this minimalistic apartment with a modern kitchenette NAVONA DESIGN Apartment   You can also opt for clean wooden design in Rome´s emblematic neighborhood Trastevere. Here you can stay in style in one of the prettiest parts of the city.   SAN CALLISTO Apartment     If you like it colorful and you’re looking for accommodation in Rome for a big group. COLOSSEO Apartment might be just what you need. Up to 10 people have space to sleep....
The London Metro: Key Stations and Interesting Facts

The London Metro: Key Stations and Interesting Facts

Diana Rodríguez Pretel

The Metro, “The Underground” or “The Tube” in the British capital lacks nothing that any of its neighboring countries has. With more than 350 stations, it is worth a tour in and of itself. One could almost say that it isn’t necessary to go outside to get to know the map of London. It is the world´s oldest metro, and its first line (the Metropolitan Line) was constructed in 1863.   via  Nick-K (Nikos Koutoulas) The lines of the “London Underground” Here are some interesting facts: The Central Line, starting in West Ruislip and ending in Epping, is the longest in existence. In fact, the London Underground is the third most extensive subway system that has ever been built, after Beijing and Shanghai. The most popular route, which is also full of tourists, is the one from Leicester Square to Covent Garden on the famous Picadilly Line, but that journey is actually so short that you could easily walk. To give you an idea, it takes about 20 seconds to travel (so about 250 meters).   Why not stop at each of the stations? All of the Metro stops have escalators, but one really stands out above the rest. I’m talking about Angel, the Northern Line, which boasts a height of almost 60 meters and more than 160 steps. And if you’re a data geek, you’ll be interested to know that the moving escalators cover a distance equal to around the world twice a week. There are 426 across the entire network. Yes, they go up and up. And when you leave a train car, you’ll hear a sentence that...
Five free activities to do in Tokyo

Five free activities to do in Tokyo

Hans

Are you traveling with a tight budget in Tokyo? Here is what you are looking for: five free activities in the Japanese capital. The United Nations University The United Nations University is not just a symbolic building of Tokyo’s panorama, but also an important educational center that organizes international conferences on global issues and public interest. If you want to investigate issues related to human rights and global concerns, there you will find an excellent library open to the public. During the weekends, in the square just in front of the building, you can enjoy one of the most popular green markets of the city. Address: United Nations University Bldg, 5-53-70 Yoyogi , Shibuya- ku , Tokyo Opening hours:  Mon -Fri 10am – 1pm , 2 – 5.30pm Zojoji Temple Zojoji is the main temple of the Jodo Buddhist sect. Located in the Kanto area, Zōjō -ji has witnessed countless historical events since its construction in 1393. Although the building that we see today is a reconstruction made in 1970, it still keeps the famous Zojoji Sangedatsumon, the oldest wooden structure in Tokyo dating from 1605. The temple is divided into 3 sections, which are a representation of the 3 stages one needs to reach to achieve nirvana. This museum is the perfect place to come with your family and learn a little more about the history of Tokyo. Address: 4-7-35 Shiba Koen , Minato- ku , Tokyo Opening  Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily . Land 24 hours a day. via nickgraywfu Mejiro Teien For those who are tired of the noise and crowds of the city, Mejiro...
App of the Month: Sighter

App of the Month: Sighter

Aleix G. William

I don’t know about you, but when I travel, I like finding places that pleasantly surprised me; those places that you can’t find in any travel guide. Sometimes I get to know about this places because of recommendations of a friend who has been there or maybe a local in that city who told me about it, in any case, it is always pleasant to wind up in a place that isn’t surrounded by tourists making pictures like crazy. Being a big fan of street art around the world, I’m always eager to discover the most incredible works of art on walls and ceilings, which is something that a lot of people like checking when looking for a new destination to visit. From Banksy to totally unknown names, we’ll find art on the streets, because lots of it isn’t located in museums. What is it? If you like street art, you´ll love this app of the month. Sighter is an app that consists of photographs taken by its users, which allow you to discover the best-kept secrets of every city you visit. It also lets you upload your own photos so that others can discover the spots that you liked the most. In addition, each photo comes with a detailed location, so the GPS feature identifies where you are to show you the uploaded pictures of a sight next to you. When you are very close, it becomes a ´hot and cold´ game. If you like photography and underground culture, you´ll just love it. Photos Sighter My opinion: Sighter is the perfect app for people who want to discover...