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    Day 1: Welcome to Egypt
    
    Arrive to Cairo airport, meet and assist by your tour manager then transfer to your hotel for check in with an exclusive air conditioned modern van. Our rep will provide you with detailed info about your holiday itinerary advice all procedures and finalize all pick up time for your holiday time, overnight in Cairo.
    
    Day 2: Giza Pyramids / Egyptian Museum Tour
    
    Breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and then met by your personal guide who will accompany you in day tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, varying between six-thousand and even thirteen-thousand years old, and Valley temple facing the great statue. All places are wheelchair accessible. Lunch at a good quality restaurant. Then move onto the Egyptian Museum, well-paved place, where you can see the collection of Tutankhamen among other splendid pharaonic artifacts. Then transfer to see Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Overnight in Cairo.
    
    Day 03: Alamein - Siwa Oasis
    
    Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, then drive to Alamein, about a 3 hour drive. At Al Alamein. Your first stop at the Military Museum including displays of weapons, military garb and tanks. Descriptions of the actions of Montgomery, Rommel and the others participated in the battle are also on display. Then continue to visit the WW II Cemeteries, located on the west of the town, on a small peninsula overlooking the sea. The citadel like cemeteries is the final resting place for Common wealth, Greek, Italian and German soldiers. It is about a 6 hours drive from Alamein to Siwa. Dinner and overnight in Siwa.
    
    Day 04: Siwa Oasis
    
    Breakfast at the hotel – then enjoy the visit to the Old City of Siwa ( Shali) – then continue to Visit The tombs inside the Mountain of the Dead ( Gabal El Maouta ) enjoying watching some interesting tombs like SI Amon, MSW Isis, Crocodile Tomb. Then transfer to Abu Sherouf, one of the Siwan Villages to enjoy the Bedouin style life and enjoy the Roman Spring eye and handcraft. Then transfer to visit Cleopatra bath and the Alexander Temple, at Aghurmi Village which is dedicated to the God Amon- 26 Dynasty. Dinner and overnight in Siwa.
    
    Day 05: Going to Bahariya Oasis
    
    After breakfast, you will be transferred by 4x4 car to Bahariya a 06 hour journey. Lunch served during your trip to Bahariya. Then enjoy a trip to the ruin on a hill, "the English House" and enjoy the panoramic view. Dinner and overnight in Bahariya Oasis.
    
    Day 06: Bahariya Oasis
    
    Breakfast, enjoy your visits in Bahariya Oasis. Enjoy a tour around the old village and see the groves of palms and fruit trees.Then onto the Mummies Museum from the Graeco-Roman period, then visit the Tombs of the Nobles. Lunch in Bahariya. Head to the White Desert, passing through the Black Desert and the Valley of El Haize with its famous spring. Stop off to see the quartz crystal at Crystal Mountain, the petrified wood and volcanic rocks in the Valley of Agabat. Bedouin dinner and entertainment. Overnight camping in White Desert.
    
    Day 07: Farafra - Dakhla Oases
    
    Drive to Farafra Oasis where you can see the palm groves and hot springs as well as the old village of traditional mud brick houses and local artist Badr's unique mud brick museum. Enjoy a trip to the Roman temple Deir El Hagar in its serene surroundings and the Roman burial ground Mezzawaqqah. Then pay a visit to Islamic Village of Al Qasr, about 35km from Mut, houses ruins of an Ayubid mosque. Then move onto the lush Dakhla Oasis, surrounded by rose-colored cliffs. Overnight in Dakhla at Oasis Style Hut.
    
    Day 08: Kharga Oasis
    
    After breakfast move onto Kharga Oasis to visit Qasr el Labkha - a Roman fortress on the old caravan route, and the oasis' ethnic museum. After that visit the Roman Temple of Hibis from outside as well as the early Christian cemetery with its chapels painted with murals at Bagawat, nearby. Move onto Nadora Temple and the Temple of Dush, dedicated to Isis and Serapis, and see Baris Oasis. Overnight camping in Kharga.
    
    Day 09: Luxor
    
    After breakfast, you will be transferred by vehicle to Luxor; it takes about a 06 hour driving. Overnight in Luxor.
    
    Day 10: Nile Cruise
    
    After breakfast, transfer to then taken by an air-conditioned vehicle to board your 5 star Nile cruise to check in. Later after lunch on board, you will enjoy a visit to the Karnak and Luxor Temple. Dinner and overnight on board Nile cruise.
    
    Day 11: Sail to Edfu
    
    Breakfast on board Nile cruise, then you will be taken in an excursion to the royal Luxor west bank, start at the famous Valley of the Kings, then to Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and finally to the Colossi of Memnon. Lunch on board then sail to Edfu enjoying a leisurely dinner on board. Overnight on board Nile Cruise.
    
    Day 12: Edfu / Kom Ombo Temples
    
    Breakfast on board Nile Cruise, then enjoy a visit to the Ptolemaic Temple dedicated to the falcon headed god Horus at Edfu. Sail again to Kom Ombo and visit the Temple dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god. Lunch on board. Continue sailing to Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board your deluxe Nile Cruise.
    
    Day 13: Aswan Sightseeing
    
    Breakfast on Nile cruise, enjoy a day’s sightseeing in Aswan visiting the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished obelisk. Dinner on board and overnight in Aswan.
    
    Day 14: Disembark the Nile Cruise/ Back to Cairo
    
    Disembark from your Nile cruise after breakfast, then transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Cairo, meet and assisted then transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
    
    Day 15: Final Departure
    
    After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure.

     

    15 Days Desert Safari, Nile Cruise Holiday, Tours in Egypt

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• 05 Days Adventure in Egypt Wes 05 Days Adventure in Egypt Western Desert

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    Day 01: Cairo - White Desert
    
    Morning transfer by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to Bahariya 365 Kms on road, about 04 hours driving. Upon arrival in Bahariya drive by jeep 4X4 to the White Desert 160 Kms on road and 10 Kms off road. Transfer to visit the Black Desert and the dunes area. Start climbing of a 50 meters dune. Lunch in El Hiez Village. On the route to Farafra we visit the desert roses. We visit El Akabat and then we head to the White Desert. We start exploring the formations and wind caved sculptor. Then the New Desert. In the evening, we have a barbeque Dinner and sleep under the Stars in a camp.
    
    Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 02: White Desert - Akabat
    
    In the morning departure off road to magic spring, then to Ain Khadra where we have our lunch continue to Sannta tree (Magic tree) after continue to White Desert cave then Akabat of Farafra (Tower mountains) in the evening, we have a barbeque dinner overnight under the stars in a camp.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 03: Agabat – Gara Cave
    
    After breakfast, we set off on our tour to the cave at 8:00h 174 Km off road, lunch on the way at the foot of sand dunes or where we decide to make it. Dinner and overnight in the cave area in a camp.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 04: Gara Cave – Cairo
    
    Breakfast and departure to Bahariya where you can walk around the old village of the oasis and see the groves of palms and fruit trees. Then take a trip to the Black Mountains, the sand dunes and the salt lake. After that, see Temple of Ain El Muftella which was once the main water source of the old capital of the oasis. Visit the ruin on a hill, ‘the English House’ and enjoy the panoramic view of the sunset there. Overnight in Bahariya.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 05: Back to Cairo
    
    After breakfast, transfer back to your accommodation in Cairo about 05 hours driving.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast 

     

    05 Days Adventure to Western Desert Oasis, Safari Tours in Egypt

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• 12 Days Nile and Desert Advent 12 Days Nile and Desert Adventure

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    Day 1: Welcome to Egypt
    
    Arrive to Cairo airport, meet and assist by your tour manager then transfer to your hotel for check in with an exclusive air conditioned modern van. Our rep will provide you with detailed info about your holiday itinerary advice all procedures and finalize all pick up time for your holiday time, overnight in Cairo.
    
    Meal plan: Welcome drink
    
    Day 2: Giza Pyramids / Egyptian Museum Tour
    
    Breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and then met by your personal guide who will accompany you in day tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, varying between six-thousand and even thirteen-thousand years old, and Valley temple facing the great statue. All places are wheelchair accessible. Lunch at a good quality restaurant. Then move onto the Egyptian Museum, well-paved place, where you can see the collection of Tutankhamen among other splendid pharaonic artifacts. Then transfer to see Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Later, you will be transferred to Giza railway station to board the sleeper train to Aswan-dinner and breakfast will be served on board. Overnight inside your compartment.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 3: Arrive Aswan – Optional tour to Abu Simbel
    
    Pick up from Aswan train station and transfer to your hotel. Optional to enjoy a tour to one of Egypt's top tourist attractions, Abu Simbel temple, which were originally carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II in the 13th century BC, as a lasting monument to himself and his Queen Nefertari. Overnight in Aswan.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast
    
    Day 4:- Nile Cruise
    
    Breakfast at your hotel in Aswan. Then transfer to embark your Nile River Cruise before Lunch by 11:00 a.m, and then enjoy visiting the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished obelisk. Dinner on board and overnight in Aswan.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 5: Nile Cruise – Kom Ombo - Edfu
    
    Sail to Kom Ombo, have breakfast on board and visit Kom Ombo Temple dedicated to gods Sobek & Haeroris. Continue sailing to Edfu, lunch on board, then get a visit to Horus Temple in Edfu. Take afternoon tea during sailing to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 6: Nile Cruise – Luxor West Bank
    
    Sail to Luxor, breakfast on board then start your sightseeing in Luxor at the West Bank, and get the chance to enjoy the famous Valley of the Kings, then to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut & the Colossi of Memnon. Lunch on board. Enjoy afternoon visit to the Karnak complex and Luxor temple at the East Bank of the Nile River in Luxor and then drive back to the cruise ship. Dinner on board Overnight in Luxor.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 7: Nile Cruise – Baris Oasis
    
    Breakfast on board the Nile cruise in Luxor, disembark from your Nile cruise and then transfer by private vehicle to Baris Oasis the journey takes about 5 hours drive, where you will spend your first night camping under the stars at this fantastic oasis of Baris
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 8: Kharga – Dakhla
    
    After breakfast, drive to Al Kharga, the largest of the oasis towns and a sizeable producer not only of dates but also cereals and vegetables. Just outside town are the remains of the Temple of Hibis, built by Darius I during the Roman period. There is time to visit the temple, as well as the Christian burial ground at Al Bagawat, dating to the end of the 7th century. We drive on, to Dakhla, where we spend the night at an Oasis style hut with reed huts, communal showers and basic facilities. Overnight in Dakhla.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 9: Dakhla Oasis – Camel ride in the desert
    
    After breakfast, head off to the fabulous medieval mud-brick town of Al Qasr, exploring the timeless streets, seeing the old school, an ancient olive press and the granary. We also visit the excellent little Ethnological Museum, a locally-sponsored project which we support through our visits. There is also a hot spring nearby which makes a great rest stop either on the way out or when we return. We return for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing while we wait for the heat of the day to pass. In the late afternoon we set off on camels, riding through a desolate windswept landscape to the base of a Great escarpment, where we spend the night under the stars (about 20 km).
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 10: Farafra - White Desert
    
    North of Dakhla is Farafra Oasis where we have time to visit Badr Museum and enjoy a swim in another of the many natural sulphur springs. A little further on we enter the White Desert, a spectacular region of wind-eroded limestone formations. The continual erosion has left a layer of fine white dust on the desert sands, hence the name ‘white desert’. We enjoy a sunset walk in this surreal landscape and spend the night camping under the stars. Note it can be very cold in the winter months (Oct-Mar) so make sure you are well rugged up if you are travelling at this time. Overnight Camping in the White Desert.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    
    Day 11: Back to Cairo
    
    After breakfast, transfer to visit Crystal Mountain, Black Desert and Bahariya Oasis. Local tour to the hill top ruin ‘the English House, the Temple of Ain El Meftella and The Golden Mummies Museum. After that transfer to Cairo from Bahariya about a 04 hour drive. Overnight in Cairo.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch
    
    Day 12: Final Departure
    
    After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure.
    
    Meal plan: Breakfast

     

    12 Days Desert Safari, Nile Cruise Holiday, Tours in Egypt

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• Dubai a leisure city of United Dubai a leisure city of United Arab Emirates

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    Dubai, a city of superlatives is one of the seven emirates of United Arab Emirates. Over the years it has become a fashionable destination and a crossroad between Europe and Asia. People from different origins along with their ideas converge here and contribute to a rapid transformation of its society and environment. Few years back nobody even in their wildest dream can think of it as a hot spot tourist destination which was once a little fishermen village. So plan a trip and book cheap flights to Dubai and do visit this emirate which is located southeast of the Persian Gulf on the Arabian Peninsula and is one of the seven emirates that make up the country.
    
    To aim impossible is the tradition over here .It is probably here the craziest and unbelievable projects of the world take birth. Its architectural innovations, technical challenges are the recurrent themes in development of this city which is truly amazing and represents never die spirit of the people of this country. Their efforts have transformed the city into a city of dreams which is slick, mega rich desert oasis full of opulence and man-made wonders. It seems that the city never settles as new projects always huge, abound day after day turning the city into a world class twenty –first century financial center and luxury travel destination in Middle East that attract millions of tourists from all corners of the world. The city has a reputation for great cultural tolerance. More than eighty percent of its 900,000 strong population comprises expatriates from 160 nations, making this small city-state one of world’s most global, yet violence free places in the world.
    
    Dubai is a city where artificial islands in the form of giant palms, The Palm, a gigantic waterfront, Dubai Waterfront, awe inspiring park Dubai land that offers a stiff competition to Disneyland, a sport complex that accommodates several stadiums and pitches for all kinds of sports and many more buildings which are an ode to architectural creativity makes the city even more spectacular and leave its visitors spellbound. The emirate has multiple temptations. Its Mall is presently the biggest commercial centre of city and probably of the planet. The city also celebrates its shopping festival at the beginning of the year which lasts for one month that attracts several millions visitors. During this period, the goods are sold at knockdown prices and discounts that can easily reach up to 50%. Get ready for all this fun and much, just catch low fare flights to Dubai from London and be a part of this grand fiesta.
    
    Among other major attractions of the city include The Burj Al Arab which is world’s only seven star hotel soars to a height of 321 meters dominating the skyline of city is fourth tallest hotel in the world which is an iconic symbols of city. No trip to city would be complete without at least seeing it. Burj Khalifa , the tallest tower in the world is an amazing feat of engineering. If you want to visit a destination that is complete in all respects be it entertainment, shopping, food or cultural entertainment then do visit Global village. There are many more attractions including thrilling rides, games, firework display so that you can enjoy your visit. Global village is open from November to March every year.
    
    Don’t wait and stop, just pack your bags for an exciting journey to one of the most exciting destination. For this book Dubai flights tickets and have a memorable trip of your life.

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• Dubai a manmade wonder for all Dubai a manmade wonder for all seasons

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    Located south of Persian Gulf, Dubai is nothing less than a manmade wonder, an ultimate place to be pampered. With great infrastructure, amazing transportation facilities and world record buildings popping up every minute, Dubai is making its mark on the world stage. To catch the glimpses of this mesmerizing city no matter what the season may be just catch low fare London to Dubai Direct flights and check out on your own.

    
    
    Summer months from June to September can be oppressively hot and humid but that also not discourage people to visit Dubai. Many still visit this amazing city, attracted by dramatic reduction in hotel room rates, summer surprises, shopping festivals that offer great discounts during that time.
    
    
    
    The months of October to April see the finest weather and it is the peak season when most of people from around the world visit Dubai. The Dubai shopping festival in January/February is a big pull and hotels often hit peak capacity. At this time serious advance booking is necessary to enjoy the shopping festival that offers huge discounts on most of its items. The weekend in Dubai is Friday and Saturday and most local businessmen only open only half a day on Thursday. But most of the shopping malls remain open seven days a week and some up to even 11p.m.
    
    
    
    Dubai is truly an oasis in desert a unique combination of ancient values, traditions and modern contemporary luxury to the extreme. Dubai has everything that you need to make on your Dubai vacation no matter what ever the season may be. So just book flight ticket to dubai and visit this heavenly beauty of Middle East.

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• Discovery Egypt Discovery Egypt

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    Discovery Egypt        Egypt (The Arab Republic of Egypt, Arabic: جمهوريّة مصر العربيّة Gomhuriat Masr Al-Arabiah)  is a large country located in north-eastern Africa with its capital located in its largest city, Cairo.  Egypt also extends into Asia by virtue of holding the Sinai Peninsula. Egypt is bordered by Israel to the north-east, by Jordan and Saudi Arabia to the east (across the Red Sea), by Sudan to the south and by Libya to the west. The country is bounded by the Mediterranean and Red Seas (to the north and east respectively) and geographically dominated both by the River Nile and its fertile well-watered valley, and by the Eastern and Western deserts. Cairo,  is the capital and largest city of Egypt. Cairo was founded by the Fatimid caliphs as a royal enclosure. It replaced Fustat as the seat of the government. It later came under the Mamluks, was ruled by the Ottomans 1517 to 1798,Cairo has a mix of historic towns and modern districts. This includes the Pyramids, the Hanging Church, Saladin's Citadel, the Virgin Mary's Tree, the Sphinx, and Heliopolis, Al-Azhar, the Mosque of Amr ibn al-A'as, Saqqara, the Cairo Tower, and the Old City. Cairo is nicknamed "The City of A Thousand Minarets". Cairo is located on the banks and islands of the Nile River in the north of Egypt, immediately south of the point where the river leaves its desert-bound valley and breaks into two branches into the low-lying Nile Delta region. Vist Egypt  AND  Know More . Upper Egypt is on the Western side of the Nile River, which runs over 4,000 miles long.Upper Egypt was known asTa Shemau  which means "the land of reeds. It was divided into twenty-two districts called Nomes. The first Nome was roughly where modern Aswan is and the twenty-second was at modern Atfih(Aphroditopolis), just to the south of Cairo.The main city of predynastic Upper Egypt was Nekhen (Greek Hierakonpolis) whose patron deity was the vulture goddess Nekhbet. For most of pharaonic Egypt's history Thebes was the administrative center of Upper Egypt. After its devastation by the Assyrians its importance declined. Under the Ptolemies the city of Ptolemais took over the role of capital of Upper Egypt..Visit Egypt  AND  Know More .   The Western Desert Covers about 700,000 square kilometers (equivalent in size to Texas) and accounts for about two-thirds of Egypt's land area. This immense desert to the west of the It spans the area from the Mediterranean Sea south to the Sudanese border. The desert's Jilf al Kabir Plateau has an altitude of about 1,000 meters, an exception to the uninterrupted territory of basement rocks covered by layers of horizontally bedded sediments forming a massive plain or low plateau. The Great Sand Sea lies within the desert's plain and extends from the Siwa Oasis to Jilf al Kabir. Escarpments (ridges) and deep depressions (basins) exist in several parts of the Western Desert, and no rivers or streams drain into or out of the area .Visit Egypt. AND Know More.  Sharm el-Sheikh is the administrative hub of Egypt's Southern Sinai province which includes the smaller coastal towns of Dahab and Nuweiba as well as the mountainous interior, Saint Catherine's Monastery and Mount Sinai. Sharm el-Sheikh is known as The City of Peace referring to the large number ofinternational peace conferences that have been held there.Visit Egypt AND  Know More  . Hurghada  is an Egyptian city and a tourist center on the Red Sea.The city was founded in the early 20th century, and since the 1980s has been continually enlarged by Egyptian and foreign investors to become the leading seashore resort on the Red Sea. Holiday villages and hotels provide aquatic sport facilities for sailboarders, yachtsmen, scuba divers and snorkelers.Visit Egypt .   Ancient Egypt There is evidence of rock carvings along the Nile terraces and in the desert oases. In the 10th millennium BC, a culture of hunter-gatherers and fishers replaced a grain-grinding culture. Climate changes and/or overgrazing around 8000 BC began to desiccate the pastoral lands of Egypt, forming the Sahara. Early tribal peoples migrated to the Nile River where they developed a settled agricultural economy and more centralized society. By about 6000 BC the Neolithic. Egyptravel team

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• Why Maui and Kauai are voted a Why Maui and Kauai are voted as The Best Vacation Island Of Hawaii?

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    Nestled in Hawaii, Maui has been voted to be the best island in the world, featuring a wide range of terrains and natural wonders with unsurpassed beauty. From taking a stroll on the seaside streets of Lahaina to the lovely beaches of Kaanapali, there are number of reasons to choose this island as your vacation base. Maui is also known as “The Valley Isle” because of valley like shape of Maui, formed as a result of volcanic erosion.

     

    Maui is the second largest Hawaiian island with very little population, making Maui popular among the visitors looking for peaceful and secluded Maui vacation rentals. Being home to quite a few prized locales, Maui is an oasis of recreation, luxury, nature exploration and relaxation for both residents and visitors alike.
    
    Maui island encompasses a diverse climatic zone and varied natural environments ranging from mountainous view to lush green vegetation. Visitors can enjoy hiking, horseback riding, trekking and many more adventurous activities by making Maui beachfront villas as their base. The "Sunny Kihei" is another masterpiece of Maui, which offers nearly eight picturesque sand beaches with loads of recreational activities. Maui also has some of the finest golf and tennis clubs. The island comprises of world-class luxury afforded by Maui beach vacation rentals of your choice.

     

    Kauai is a tropical paradise of Hawaii. One gets spell-bounded by its diverse landscapes, and places of interest. Be it beaches, forests, parks, gardens or mountains, Kauai condo rentals suits to all your requirements and caters all modern amenities. Anahola, Lihue, Kapaa and Poipu are worth exploring places in Kauai. You can also visit the famous Hanelei Valley, and Limahuli Garden and Preserve. Besides, National Tropical Botanical Garden, Kilauea Lighthouse and National Wildlife Refuge, Russian Fort, and Menehune Ditch are amongst some significant attractions in the city.

     

    Kauai is also known as Hawaii's Garden Isle because of its lush greenery, long white sandy beaches and beautiful flowers. And is famous for family and couple vacation. From the vast belt of Waimea Canyon to the cliffs of the Napali Coast, Kauai island features a panorama of cascading waterfalls, canyons, plunging ravines, pristine beaches and bays, and a multitude of activities therein. This is the reason why Kauai is also known as "The Island of Discovery." You can simply kick back and relax in your cozy Kauai vacation rentals and can enjoy air tours, boating, fishing, snorkeling, whale watching, horse riding, shopping, biking, golf and tennis.

     

     

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• BOBOLI GARDENS BOBOLI GARDENS

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    The Boboli Gardens is one of my most favorite spots in Europe. Located behind the Pitti Palace (A fine complex of four museums), the hustle and bustle of Florence is nowhere to be found. It contains a wealth of gardens, landscaped, with fountains, ponds, and statues. In other words, a photographers paradise, especially one fond of infra red photography. It is also a nice spot for a picnic, which I participated in with my family on our last trip. Buy a bottle of wine, some bread, cheese, prosciutto, and that’s lunch in Boboli. Here, back in 1979, I was strolling with my companion musing about the fact that Italy had never gone to the moon because everyone was too busy eating lunch. I have never left this urban oasis anything less than exhausted. You should give it a try.

     

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• Tours, Morocco Desert Tours fr Tours, Morocco Desert Tours from Marrakech Guide

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    Welcome .::     www.oulfakirtours.page4.me  Tours from Morocco Excursions 4x4 :::.... welcome::::::::.. welcome

    
    

    Oulfakir Tours Agency Transport  of Tourism in Morocco. We Organize Trips Excursions from Morocco outside thetraditional tourist Routes, arranging Personal Travel or in small groups. ATVs have type Land Rover Defender and Toyota Land Cruiser and Minibus long, and camels in the Desert. Accommodations depend on you And your budget (Hotels, *Riads, Hotels, Bivouac ...) All itineraries are custom designed according to yourdesire for Adventure in Sahara Desert , time and budget.Organize camel Trips where you can enjoy the sunrise or sunset from the dunes or traveling through the desert to reach the oasis where you will be greeted by our staff,who invited him to tea in Nomad tent in the desert.If you are interested, you can stay one Night and enjoy the sunrise from the top of adune: Definitely a wonderful Experience.

      

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    We Offer:

    • Tailor-made itineraries according to your requirements and wishes.
    • 4x4 tours through Morocco: Imperial cities, desert trips, great south tour….
    • Transportations: 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser (6p) with Driver.
    • Car rental (self-drive with a guide or with driver/ guide).
    • 4x4 Desert excursions From Erfoud.
    • Desert Bivouac in the Oasis (camp).
    • Camel trekking in the desert (trips on dromedaries). 
    • Accommodations (hotels, Auberges, Riads and kasbahs ,bivouac in the desert) depending on your budget
    • 4x4 adventures – off roads
    • Knowledgeable Guide for the entire Tour.                  
      

     

    2 days trip from Ouarzazate to Merzouga

     

    Day 1: Ouarzazate - Todgha gorges - Merzouga

     

    Departure from your Riad we drive to Merzouga Through the Road of Thousand-Kasbah passing Skoura palm grove and the town of roses, Kelaa Mgouna,Dades Valley heading to Todra Gorges its an ideal place for walking and exploring in your own.lunch in the restaurant then Continuation towards Erfoud: famous for its fossilized marbles where you will visit the workshop production of marble fossils. we head down to Erg Chebbi sand dunes, which signify the commencement of the mighty Sahara Desert. Its here that you will start a camel trip into the middle of the dunes for an overnight camp. enjoying local food and a night of entertainment under the Saharan stars.

     

    Day 2: Merzouga - Alnif - Ouarzazate

    Wake up early to see the spectacle of the sunrise, when the colour of the dunes and the play of shadows are an awesome sight.Arriving to the hotel to have breakfast and shower.Continue to Ouarzazate via Rissani you will stop for a while to visit its traditional Souk which is considered the largest one in the whole South of Morocco, set off to the beautiful Draa valley with its millions palm trees. In the evening arrive Ouarzazate and check into hotel.      

    Our Tourisme Transpotre (With A/C)    Tourisme Transpotre  "minibus"  "4x4"

     

    E- mail:  oulfakirtours@hotmail.fr

    websit:  www.oulfakirtours.page4.me
    

    

    "oulfakir Tours" offers: a large tours throughout Morocco, private tours in Morocco, Morocco desert adventure, new year's eve in Morocco Easter week in the desert of Morocco, Morocco desert trip, Trekking camels Desert Morocco Camel , f expiditions desert, Marrakech desert tours, travel between Ouarzazate and the desert ... visiting the Kasbah, mountains and oases in Morocco tours, walking in the desert. large camel tours around the dunes of Erg Chebbi, tours of the Sahara Desert in a 4x4 "oulfakir Tours" We also organize nights in Berber tents in an oasis of magic in the Sahara Desert in Merzouga Dunes and organize tours for 2, 3, 4 days in the desert, "oulfakirTours" invite you to experience the beauty of this body and embrace the infinite silence of the Sahara desert.
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• Adventure Egypt Travel Adventure Egypt Travel

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    Adventure Egypt Travel Package was made to give you the chance to explore the main attractions of Egypt. A 15 Day tour to Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and the famous Egyptian desert, the white desert and the black one , Baharyia oasis with its famous landscapes and beautiful nature.                                                                                                                                            

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• 9 DAY INCREDIBLE EGYPT For Onl 9 DAY INCREDIBLE EGYPT For Only $ 1899 per person

  • From: Avatartravel
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    4    For Only $ 1899 per person in double room.Single supplement $ 199,Only 3 departure dates

    4     4 nights Oasis hotel based on bed and breakfast.

    ·         3 nights Amarant cruise based on full board and all shore excursion.

    ·         Full day Cairo Egyptian museum and the Pyramids.

    ·         All transfers with in Egypt by air-condition motor coach.

    ·         Service of an English speaking guide.

    ·         All hotel and cruise Tax.

    DAY 01: TUE - Depart to Egypt today.

    DAY 02: WED - Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and assisted through customs and formalities, then transferred to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Cairo.
    
    DAY 03: THU - Visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, which houses the world's largest collection of artifacts from the era of the pharaohs including some belonging to King Tut. Tour Old Cairo, where early Judaism and Christianity flourished in Egypt. Visit sites like the Ben Ezra Synagogue and the Moallaka Church, where the Virgin Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus took refuge. Spend the afternoon at the Great Pyramids of Giza and the defending Sphinx. End the day at the bazaar of Khan El Khalili. Optional Sound and Light Show available this evening. Overnight in Cairo. (B/L)

    DAY 04: FRI- You will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, visit the High Dam, Old Dam, Philae Temple, and the Granite Quarries. You will be transferred to your Deluxe Nile Cruise Boat for a 4-day/3-night Nile cruise. Accommodations aboard will consist of an Outside Cabin with private facilities.  Overnight on board. (B/L/D)

    DAY 05: SAT- sail to Edfu upon arrival Travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, the best preserved of all the large Egyptian Temples. Sail to Luxor. Overnight on board. (B/L/D)

    DAY 06: SUN- Cross the Nile to the West Bank. Visit the Necropolis of Thebes, Colossi of Memnon, Queen Hatshepsut Funerary Temple, and the Valley of the Kings and Queens. Optional Sound and Light Show available this evening. Overnight on board. (B/L/D)

    DAY 07: MON- Visit Luxor Temple dedicated to the god Amon-Ra. It was expanded by Ramses II, who added statues of himself. Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple. After disembarkation, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel.

    DAY 08: TUE- This day is at leisure. Optional Excursion to Alexandria available today. (Morning drive to Alexandria across the desert road where you will visit the Catacomb of Kom El Shukafa, Alexandria National Museum, the Library at Alexandria and more. Late afternoon drive back to Cairo.) Overnight in Cairo. (B)

    DAY 09: WED- You will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your return flight. (B)

    DATE	AIR & LAND	LAND ONLY	SINGLE SUPP.
    April 17, 2012	$ 1899	$ 599	$ 199
    May  01, 2012	$ 1899	$ 599	$ 199
    May  15, 2012	$1899	$ 599	$ 199

     

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• 5 days desert tour from Marrak 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga sahara trip camels

  • From: morero
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    5 Days Desert and atlas mountains Tour  Marrakech to Merzouga Desert

    

    Day 1: Marrakech - Tizi -n-Tichka - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Dades Valley/Gorges

     we will pick up you from your hotel/riad/ bus station the we will start our journey from Marrakech to Dades Gorges. Across the Tizi-n-Tichka Atlas pass, with far-reaching views across the mountains, to the traditional High Atlas Berber village of Telouet and we continue to Ait Benhaddou to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou, a spectacular fortified village (Ksour).you'll take your lunch at Ait benhaddou or ouarzazate and continue to Dades valley, we well spend the night in a riad/hotel in dades gorges

    
    

    Day 2: Dades Gorges - Tenghir - Todra Gorges - Tinjdad - Erfoud - Rissani - Merzouga

    After breakfast, we go from DADES to Toudra gorges, tenghir and to the Sahara desert of Merzouga, berber villages are scattered along the way. we’ll pass through Tinjdad, Jorf and Erfoud in which we’ll feel the beginning of the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet then we continue to Merzouga ,night in riad/Hotel near the dunes

    

    Day 3: Tour around Erg Chebbi Desert by 4x4 - Merzouga - Camel Ride & Night in Desert

    After breakfast, we go from DADES to Toudra gorges, tenghir and to the Sahara desert of Merzouga, berber villages are scattered along the way. we’ll pass through Tinjdad, Jorf and Erfoud in which we’ll feel the beginning of the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet then we continue to Merzouga ,night in riad/Hotel near the dunes

    
    

    Day 4: Camel Trekking back to Merzouga - Berber Villages - Ouarzazate

    After seeing the sunrise in desert we go back on the camels to Merzouga after the breakfast and take shower in Hotel then start our journey to Ouarzazate trough the Berber villages of the atlas mountains ( Tinjdad , tenghir todra gorges ,Boumalene-du-Dades )we arrive to Ouarzazate in evening/night

    

    Day 5: Ouarzazate - Berber Villages - Back to Marrakech trough Tizi-n-Tichka

    Leaving Ouarzazate in the Morning ,we will visit UNESCO protected site of Ait Ben Haddou. A most impressive Kasbah and well-preserved fortress in Morocco. Many movies were filmed here such as the Gladiator. Leave Ait Ben Haddou and start heading towards the majestic Atlas Mountains. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the highest road pass in Morocco Tizni Tichka 2260m high offering impressive views of valleys, mountains and many Berber villages nearby. arrive a in evening

     

    Included :

    - Tour in 4x4 vehicle/minibus with A/C 
    - Driver/Guide
    - Fuel
    - Hotel overnight stays (breakfast & dinner included)
    - Camel ride
    - 1 night in desert camp

    Not included :

    - Flight
    - lunchs
    - Drinks

    NOTE : If the itineraries that we offer does not match what you're looking for ,contact us and we will prepare the trip to your needs and requirements

    THE PRICES are depends the accomondations.

     

     

    => Click here for more informations & Booking

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• 4 Days desert trip from Marrak 4 Days desert trip from Marrakech to Merzouga Erg Chebbi

  • From: morero
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    4 Days Sahara DesertTour From Marrakech to Merzouga (Erg Chebbi) Desert

    

    Day 1: Marrakech - Tizi -n-Tichka - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Dades Valley/Gorges

    We will pick up you from your hotel/riad/ bus station the we will start our journey from Marrakech to Dades Gorges. Across the Tizi-n-Tichka Atlas pass, with far-reaching views across the mountains, to the traditional High Atlas Berber village of Telouet and we continue to Ait Benhaddou to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou, a spectacular fortified village (Ksour).you'll take your lunch at Ait benhaddou or ouarzazate and continue to Dades valley, we well spend the night in a riad/hotel in dades gorges

    
    

    Day 2: Dades Gorges - Tenghir - Todra Gorges - Tinjdad - Erfoud - Merzouga(Night in desert)

    After the breakfast, we go from Dades gorges to the erg chebbi  Sahara desert in Merzouga. Berber villages are scattered along the way, we’ll pass through Tinjdad, Jorf and Erfoud in which we’ll feel the beginning of the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet, and the we continue to Merzouga,after relaxing few minuts in Merzouga,we go to ride the camels who are waiting to take us on an adventure in the sand dunes. we will spend the night in an camp(Nomad berber tents) with drums music in the middle of the Sahara,this is a great opportunity to take lovely pictures of the sunset and sunrise,when we arrive at the camp we go to a high dunes to see the sunset , we will spend the night in nomad tents .

    
    

     Day 3: Camel Trekking back to Merzouga - Berber Villages - Ouarzazate

    After seeing the sunrise in desert we go back on the camels to Merzouga after the breakfast and take shower in Hotel then start our journey to Ouarzazate trough the Berber villages of the atlas mountains ( Tinjdad , tenghir todra gorges ,Boumalene-du-Dades )we arrive to Ouarzazate in evening/night

    

    Day 4: Ouarzazate - Berber Villages and atlas Mountains - Back to Marrakech

    Leaving Ouarzazate in the Morning ,we will visit UNESCO protected site of Ait Ben Haddou. A most impressive Kasbah and well-preserved fortress in Morocco. Many movies were filmed here such as the Gladiator. Leave Ait Ben Haddou and start heading towards the majestic Atlas Mountains. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the highest road pass in Morocco Tizni Tichka 2260m high offering impressive views of valleys, mountains and many Berber villages nearby. arrive a in evening

    Included :

    - Tour in 4x4 vehicle/minibus with A/C 
    - Driver/Guide
    - Fuel
    - Hotel overnight stays (breakfast & dinner included)
    - Camel ride
    - 1 night in desert camp

    Not included :

    - Flight
    - lunchs
    - Drinks

    NOTE : If the itineraries that we offer does not match what you're looking for ,contact us and we will prepare the trip to your needs and requirements

    THE PRICES are depends the accomondations.

    => Click here for more informations & Booking
    

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• 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga T 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga Tours, Desert Trips

  • From: morero
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    3 Days Sahara DesertTour From Marrakech to Merzouga (Erg Chebbi) Desert

    

    Day 1: Marrakech - Tizi -n-Tichka - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Dades Valley/Gorges

    We will pick up you from your hotel/riad/ bus station the we will start our journey from Marrakech to Dades Gorges. Across the Tizi-n-Tichka Atlas pass, with far-reaching views across the mountains, to the traditional High Atlas Berber village of Telouet and we continue to Ait Benhaddou to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou, a spectacular fortified village (Ksour).you'll take your lunch at Ait benhaddou or ouarzazate and continue to Dades valley, we well spend the night in a riad/hotel in dades gorges

    

    
    

    Day 2: Dades Gorges - Tenghir - Todra Gorges - Tinjdad - Erfoud - Merzouga(Night in desert)

    After the breakfast, we go from Dades gorges to the erg chebbi  Sahara desert in Merzouga. Berber villages are scattered along the way, we’ll pass through Tinjdad, Jorf and Erfoud in which we’ll feel the beginning of the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet, and the we continue to Merzouga,after relaxing few minuts in Merzouga,we go to ride the camels who are waiting to take us on an adventure in the sand dunes. we will spend the night in an camp(Nomad berber tents) with drums music in the middle of the Sahara,this is a great opportunity to take lovely pictures of the sunset and sunrise,when we arrive at the camp we go to a high dunes to see the sunset , we will spend the night in nomad tents .

    
    

     Day 3: Camel Trekking back to Merzouga - Atlas mountains - Back to Marrakech

    After seeing the sunrise in desert we go back on the camels to Merzouga after the breakfast and take shower in Hotel then start our journey backing to Marrakech trough the Berber villages of the atlas mountains ( Tinjdad , tenghir todra gorges ,Boumalene-du-Dades )we arrive a Marrakech in evening/night

     

    Included :

    - Tour in 4x4 vehicle/minibus with A/C 
    - Driver/Guide
    - Fuel
    - Hotel overnight stays (breakfast & dinner included)
    - Camel ride
    - 1 night in desert camp

    Not included :

    - Flight
    - lunchs
    - Drinks

    NOTE : If the itineraries that we offer does not match what you're looking for ,contact us and we will prepare the trip to your needs and requirements

    THE PRICES are depends the accomondations.

     

    =>  Click here for More informations & Booking

    
    

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• Hawaii - On a Budget Hawaii - On a Budget

  • From: gogoddess
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    Hotel:  The Aqua Aloha Surf Waikiki offered the location and amenities I was looking for at the right price.  I paid under $100 per night...had budgeted for more expensive digs but decided it wasn't necessary to spend as much as planned on a decent property.  The hotel sits on the Alai Wai Canal at a the busy intersection of Kanekapolei & Alai Wai Blvd.  There was a lot of traffic noise so I was glad my room was higher up which helped some.  The property is well maintained, the staff is friendly and the room was comfortable, especially the bed.  It had a decent size mini fridge, microwave, coffee-maker and sink.  Dishes and utensils were provided as well.  In fact the first thing I did was go shopping at the Food Pantry grocery store 1/2 block away to stock up on beverages, yogurt, fresh fruit, etc. for my eight day satay. Continental Breakfast is included at the Aloha Surf (provided you book through Aqua), but the selection was poor (pancakes & pastries - not much else.  So I enjoyed breakfast daily on my balcony with beautiful views of the Alai Wai to the left and distant view of the ocean to my right (a big $$ saver).

    Transportation:  There is now affordable airport shuttle service from the Honolulu Airport to Waikiki - It was suggested by the hotel that I book my transfer in advance with Speedishuttle - so I did.  I was met at the airport baggage claim area, the Rep was holding a sign with my name on it - nice touch - I didn't have to seek them out.  The coast: $12.95 (+tip).  It is shared ride service - but we were loaded and off to Waikiki in less than 20 minutes of my arrival...baggage arrival was the only hold up.  I would certainly recommend Speedishuttle as the way to go...and definately make reservations in advance.

    Sightseeing:  This was my fifth trip to Hawaii so I was looking to complete my lists of sites to visit not seen on previous trips.  First stop: Iolani Palace - I reserved a docent led tour about a week prior to my arrival.  It was well worth the $20 and well worth the visit.  I read Queen Lili' uokalani's Book - Hawaii's Story - and moved to see the actual room were she was held prisoner after the take over of Hawaii by US led forces.  A great history lesson to be had there - everyone should visit.  Another day the Polynesian Cultural Center - I really didn't want an all-day tour but decided to book when I discovered a 1/2 day option was available.  For $69 I got transportation to/from Waikiki departing at 12:30pm and entrance to "Ha: Breath of Life", a Polynesian show which began at 7:30pm.  Since I did not pre-pay for dinner, I ate at their snack bar and had a delicious meal of teriyaki shrimp & chicken...yumm.  When I did meet up with the others from our coach, I asked "how was dinner"...based on their responses...I was glad I opted out of the buffet & Luau.  The young man who was our tour guide from Waikiki offered those of us who had not booked the entire package to join him for a guided tour for only $15 more..."Jay" was a the perfect host and gave an excellent tour!  I think he's only there on Saturdays.  I saved the best for last - Blue Hawaiian Helicopter Tours! - this was my big splurge and birthday gift to self. I had been wanting to do it on other visits but couldn't convince my fellow travelers...since this was a solo trip I got to do everything I wanted including a 50 minute copter tour of Oahu.  Blue Hawaiian has an excellent reputation and I would have booked with them anyway in spight of a neighbors relative owning the company.  I didn't book in advance because I wanted to watch the weather forecast and pick a "good" day while there.  I booked just two days in advance and my choice of several departure dates & times.  From hotel pick up, to check in at the heliport - to our actual tour - top-notch service was provided.  Our pilot "Jonathan" was an excellent guide and put everyone at ease right away...there was some taped commentary but most was provided by our pilot.  I even bought a video of my actual flight so I could share the unforgettable experience with family/friends back home.  Can't wait for my next Blue Hawaiian Tour - Kauai or the Big Island?

    Activities: The Beach: Waikiki Beach - as beautiful as it is can get crowded and noisy.  I found a perfect oasis in Kahanamoku Beach - near the Hilton Hawaiian Village.

     

     

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• Lumina Luxury suites and Mexic Lumina Luxury suites and Mexico City

  • From: dannerd
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    The Lumina Luxury Suites Hotel is a modern, 8 month old private enclave in the Polanco section of Mexico City. The hotel is within walking distance (10-15 min walk) of Chapultapec Park - the zoo and many of the major museums are in the park.
    
    The Lumina is a true oasis in the hustle & bustle of Mexico City. It is for residents only and you get buzzed in - reception is manned 24/7. The hotel & decor is modern with lots of black, white, silver, and pale pastels in the color scheme. On check in you are greeted by Barbara, the hotel manager and shown to your room and given a tour of this wonderful hotel. Check in is quick, pleasant and very efficient. Right now most of the guests are business travelers with a few of us leisure travelers - they would love to start getting more leisure travelers and Barbara was happy that I was going to do a write up of the place.
    
    There are 12 suites in total - 1 and 2 bedroom. All of the 2 bedroom suites have private courtyards and only 1 of the 1 bedroom suites has a private courtyard. We had a 2 bedroom and I highly recommend the 2 bedroom suite - a true home away from home. Our suite had 1 bedroom with a king bed and the other bedroom had 2 twin beds. There is a living/dining room combination, a full kitchenette, 2 bathrooms and 1 large courtyard and a smaller courtyard. All areas of the suite were tastefully and comfortably furnished and the kitchen came equipped with china and silverware for 4, pots and pans, microwave, coffee and tea maker and a reasonably priced fully stocked mini bar. The bathrooms are large and had robes, slippers, hairdryer and nice toiletry articles - very soft and fluffy towels too! Even q-tips and cotton pads for wiping your face. The living area had a comfy leather couch and the dining area had a table and chairs for 4. Everything you would need for an extended stay. Bose sound system with a removable Ipod that you could take for your walks around the city and what was really neat - when you check in there is mobile concierge service - they give you a mobile phone that is programmed with the Lumina's number that you can take with you on your travels around MC -if you get lost or just tired - hit the number for Lumina and they will immediately send a cab to pick you up - we did not need to use this but it was nice to know that we had this option if we needed it!.
    The courtyard off the living area was truly private with comfortable chairs and a table and we enjoyed sitting out there in the mornings and evenings. The smaller courtyard had 2 chairs and a table if you wanted to eat outside. The courtyard walls are composed of Lumina's signature living garden walls - pretty neat concept - concrete walls entirely planted with flowers. The beds were the most comfortable hotel beds I have ever slept on - soft as silk linens and a very fluffy comforter - I felt like I was sleeping on a cloud all enveloped in my cozy nest - did not want to get out of bed in the morning!!! On check in they ask what time you would like your continental breakfast and what kind of juice, teac, coffee, etc. you would like - it is delivered and they set the table for you and you are ready to eat - good selection of breads, rolls, fruit and excellent service. The hotel also has a small gym, steam and sauna rooms, great spa (we did not have time to use the services but the information they sent me had some very enticing treatments listed) and a real nice rooftop deck.
    The restaurant is for guests and their friends only and since we only had 2 nights we ate in the restaurant both nights and food and service were excellent.
    We arrived around 12 noon and wanted to go to the museum - the concierge got a map and great directions all ready for us and away we went to Chapultapec park - walking throught the park is very pleasant with lots of statues lining the way. We passed the zoo which was huge and wished we had time for a visit. We arrived at the National Museum of Anthropology and it is a must see for any visitor to Mexico City - wonderful exhibits of all the different time periods and indigenous people of Mexico. After about 4 hours in the museum we headed back to Lumina for a wonderful dinner and a comfy nights rest. 2 nights dinner and laundry services ran us about $130US - pretty reasonably priced for a 5 star hotel.
    The next day we used the services of Wayak tours for a trip to Teotihuacan - Wayak has very reasonably priced tours and very informative guides - I would recommend them for your stay in Mexico City - they also have tours in many other places in Mexico and a whole fleet of buses that can take you all over Mexico. Our tour not only included Teotihuacan but the Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe and a brief 45 min stop in the main zocalo of MC. All place that any visitor to MC should see. Teotihuacan is awesome and so big!
    I am sorry we only had 2 nights in this wonderful hotel & city - we could have easily spent a week at Lumina! I am not usually a big fan of real modern hotels and decor but it worked well here and you felt at home - we absolutely loved it and would go back again!

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• Manila has more for the touris Manila has more for the tourist than you think

  • From: gauravks
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    Many who travel to Manila find that the cosmopolitan capital of the Philippines is the most exciting city in Asia, offering a blend of cultures, a good supply of historic sights and places to see, and unforgettable experiences.

    Manila tends to grow on you the more time you spend in it.However, the city really does offer an inviting tourist scene, with hotels, restaurants and an excellent nightlife to be found never far from the Roxas Boulevard, the Taft Avenue and the Pasig River. Rizal Park (Luneta) lies just to the north of the city's famed tourist belt and forms the very heart of the city, overlooking the beautiful Manila Bay and dates back some 200 years.

    Intramuros

    Intramuros (the old town) is the most historically significant portion of Manila, and is also the oldest portion of the city. Intramuros is a walled enclave, located right on the banks of the historic Pasig River, dominated by century-old and medieval buildings, churches and other historic establishments.

    Rizal Park

    This historic park is the site where the Philippines' national hero - Dr. Jose P. Rizal - was shot dead and became a martyr for the love for his country. The park is one of the best open spaces in the country, and among the largest in Southeast Asia.

    
    

    American Cemetery and Memorial

    Providing a quiet spot to retreat from Manila’s rat race, the American Cemetery near the Makati commercial centre is a welcome peaceful oasis, much visited by tourists, especially veterans of World War II.

    Tagaytay City

    Tagaytay is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the Philippines, famous for the Taal Volcano. The volcano is unique in that it sits on an island in a lake, and has another lake within its vast crater.

    Banaue

    This fascinating region in northern Luzon is known for being largely untouched by Western civilisation and gives a glimpse of the true Philippines. In a string of villages around Banaue people live according to age-old tribal traditions.

    Corregidor

    This small island, shaped like a tadpole, has become a memorial and open-air museum commemorating the World War II stand of Filipino and American troops against the Japanese invaders. The island is the largest of several at the entrance to Manila Bay.

    For Travel to Manila, you choose Cheap Flights to Manila or visit http://www.ticketstoworld.co.uk/ for tourism info about Manila, Philippines.

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