Archive for August, 2009

Swim in the Baltic Sea

August 18th, 2009

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Denmark are located in a bizarre construction that aims to provide a different option for all lovers of the sea.

The place known as Kastrup Sea Bath is a closed area on the beach, which imitates a swimming pool, which is just about at sea.

This site is more specifically in Copenhagen and consists of a frame constructed of wood called “El Caracol”. Created by White Architects firm, offers greater convenience to take a bath.

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The site is free access to the waterfront and can be found after changing rooms, restrooms, lighted fields, among other features that make this a very special place.

The beauty of the work can also be seen at night, which provides a beautiful image in a magical environment for the brave who dare to plunge into the icy waters of the Baltic Sea and for all visitors to this capital city.

Le Méridien Barcelona

August 18th, 2009

After a long period of refurbishment, which has represented an investment of 30 million, we have discovered a new Le Méridien Barcelona. Among its charms features a main entrance lobby and a reception and art in perfect juxtaposition with the Neoclassical facade. At the door, the extraordinary work of art consisting of a mosaic mural of 5,600 pieces, makes the entrance of Le Meridien Barcelona in a “portal” transition to predispose the minds of visitors and promise an exciting experience that will give them a different perspective on well-established and familiar elements.

This artwork has been created for Le Méridien Barcelona by the famous Catalan artist Joan Fontcuberta, he called: “Googlegrams: Gastronomy” and is based on Mediterranean cuisine in Barcelona. A food that may taste good in your restaurant Onza Cent. Moreover, in the lllyCaffé, located in the lobby, you can try 3 varieties of cocktails, 3 varieties llly Fred and 7 varieties of coffees, all from 100% Arabica beans.

Likewise, Le Méridien Barcelona is associated with the MACBA (Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona) under UNLOCK ART (Art without the Doors “), a unique brand of global program designed to give life to her passion for culture. It is offered to guests free access to some sites most progressive and innovative culture, through a key card for the rooms which is in itself a work of art designed by artist Michael Lin.

The Cathedral of Quito

August 18th, 2009

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La Catedral de Quito is considered as one of the oldest cathedrals in South America. besides being beautiful, It is also one typical temple in the Spanish colonial design. It has two main entrances, one facing the Piazza Grande and the other one facing the west facade.

This is due to the peculiar geography of Quito. At its altar are Baroque works of art from the Quito School insigne, characterized by the richness and profusion of decorations on the European influence is combined with the inspiration of indigenous art. The exterior, however, maintains the orthodox style Spanish. Cathedral of Quito in the remains of Antonio José de Sucre, among other illustrious figures in the history of Ecuador.

Florida’s best beaches

August 16th, 2009

Visit Florida, the official tourism marketing agency of the State of the Sun announced that three beaches in Florida are again ranked in the list of “10 Best Beaches” for 17 years who developed the expert Dr. Beach (Dr. Stephen Leatherman). On this occasion, Caladesi Island State Park in Clearwater, Lighthouse Point Park in Daytona Beach and Siesta Beach in Sarasota is located at the 2nd, 9th and 10th position in the ranking, respectively.

The charming landscape of Broken Heads in Australia

August 16th, 2009

Located on the north coast of the state of New South Wales in Australia are one of the most impressive and beautiful scenery, ideal for a solitary walk and find yourself.

This is Broken Heads, a place of almost deserted beaches and paradise where the lush forest reserves state contrasts with the blue of the waves.

One of the main attractions is provided by the Byron Bay lighthouse, and creates a wonderful atmosphere that causes the effects on the water surface, while enjoying a starry sky.

If you want to reach this place is not recommended because too much luggage can only be found camping overnight or Caravan Parks, overlooking the coast.

A surprising destination that captures the emotions of the passengers who want a bit of tranquility, away from the urban sounds and stress caused by work.

Best Australian Capricorn Coast beaches

August 16th, 2009

Often spend our dream vacation relaxing on the beaches of white sand with a crystal clear turquoise sea. Well, this place exists, is in Australia and is called Capricorn Coast.

The name has not been very original and it takes the proximity of this natural paradise with the Tropic of Capricorn, but logically it is a detail which is not too important because the landscape has many small islands such chain shall forget all kinds of concerns.

The Capricorn Coast is the ideal place for those who like to explore the depths of the sea as it lies at the end of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, which as mentioned in some time, dazzled by its extension of 2000 km and for the abundant biological richness that inhabit it.

In the region, the city has an important tourism infrastructure Bundaberg is capable of providing the troops and receive needed services, but also is known as one of the cities that make excellent rum’s largest continent.

And if you want to enjoy nature at its best, then we recommend you visit the many national parks in the locality and that will leave you amazed.

Gold Coast, Australia Paradise

August 16th, 2009

For all lovers of the surf, we offer a unique destination that will meet your requirements perfectly. We are talking about the Costa Dorada is located in Queensland, Australia.

This town, seventy miles south of Brisbane, has grown from a series of separate people into an area inhabited by nearly 500,000 people and one of the best destinations for water sports, as it has around 800 km beach available.

The atmosphere of this paradise, is conducive for surfing, so the constant visits of national and international tourists has allowed this great place to develop conditions for receiving public in search of new sensations.

Always keep in mind that this country has many dangerous species, especially the threat posed by sharks, but since 1960 have not been shown to attack any bather or athlete.

This coastal area offers a variety of activities for all kinds of demands, big buildings offers, accommodation, nightclubs, souvenir shops and other options that make this destination a unique and unforgettable.

A little paradise Country Relais Tuscany

August 16th, 2009

In the midst of a Tuscan valley, with low hills where wheat and olive trees mingle with vineyards and cypress trees, 22 kilometers from Siena. Is an ancient castle into “country relais” contains one of the best traditional restaurants in the area and a private collection of wines. Its cooks, Lucio, Monica relevance, both born in the area, we offer “Vecchio” Tuscan kitchen taught her mother and grandmother, recipes and other legendary family legacy that dates back to medieval cuisine of the thirteenth century, came to be a “Borgo” (small village with its own government), was destroyed by the Florentines, then transformed into farm and winery, and now once again renovated, has become a little “Country Relais”

Its old cellars became the La Taverna restaurant and wine bar, where in the lounge or on the terraces can be enjoyed traditional appetizers: bruschetta, antipasto, slice of salami, ham and cheese, or specialty of the house as Picci ( old peasant dish of pasta with Tuscan bread crumbs, garlic and olio), rabbit with mushrooms and truffle sauce, accompanied by fine wines. La Taverna is an excellent wine cellar with a special private collection that has been specially selected to highlight the flavors of regional cuisine. You can post about 10 euros for lunch and dinner with house wine about 30 euros.

Sibi Bou Said, a Tunisian people dream

August 14th, 2009

If you’re looking for that quiet place at the lake with you always dreamed of, then you must buy a ticket to travel to Sidi Bou Said, 21 kilometers from Tunisia, where a small, quiet and picturesque village is waiting for you at the top of a cliff.

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This precious population which dominated the narrow and ancient streets and buildings in white and blue provide a nostalgic atmosphere of the past was discovered by wealthy French in the early nineteenth century and later rediscovered by André Gide in 1942.

To maintain its attractive Mediterranean style, the authorities of Sidi Bou Said urbanization enacted a law in 1915 in which the inhabitants and owners of the houses in the place should retain only the facades painted white and the doors and window grilles can only be be covered with light blue.

Logically, this initiative has enabled the people to remain intact and true to his style a Tunisian who has captivated many tourists over the past two and a half centuries.

An inevitable visit Sidi Bou Said is the Café des Natte-elected by large figures of different areas, and fantastic taste in their proposals terrace watching the most exquisite culinary turquoise Mediterranean.

How to enhance your visit to Vancouver

August 13th, 2009

We offer a number of data that you may be very useful on your visit to Vancouver.

-Ontario Street (two blocks west of Main Street) marks the division between east and west directions to the streets. The premises used as compasses mountains are located to the north.

-The public transport options include trolleybuses, the ferri Seabus market to Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver and the Sky Train, which uses electricity.

-Take a Georgia Straight, the newspaper (published Thursday) for listings of local news and entertainment unusual or Search www.straight.com.

-Learn about the culture of local First Nations on a walk by the sea in a canoe with Takaya (www.takayatours.com) or taking a tour guide with a chef by Edible British Columbia.

Find-an updated list of restaurants (www.dinehere.ca), guides by region, and general information for visitors (www.tourismavancouver.com).