Un hôtel flottant en forme de flocon de neige dans le cercle arctique

A Dutch company has recently invested in the construction of a floating-shaped snowflake off the Norwegian city of Tromsø, located in the Arctic Circle hotel. Krystall baptized, this hotel quite original has 86 rooms and is only accessible by boat. The occupants of the facility will also have the chance to view the Northern Lights from their beds The hotel Krystall, meets the criteria of 5-star hotels, is expected to open before Christmas 2006.

Satisfaction of tourists to the Taibai Mountains reached 95%

During the first half of this year, the attraction of Taibai Mountains welcomed 350,000 tourists, including the satisfaction rate was 95%. He became the only attraction of the municipality of Baoji who won both e prestigious Service Award of Shaanxi and the first as a pilot unit standardization of tourism services in the province.

Rent an apartment in Venice

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                                                                                       After my article on visiting Venice , there are a few months I decided today to talk about the housing in this city. In fact, a friend recently part of Venice and the housing problem was quickly asked. Being something I love to do, I leaned on the search for apartment rentals in Venice, housing fashion that I find particularly useful.

Indeed Venice is a city relatively long but as you know, little or no road within walking distance. The city is crossed by numerous small channels that allow you to move into the city, either by using the vaporetto or using gondolas. The choice of the location of your apartment is therefore essential to make the most of your stay.

So by browsing many websites for apartment rentals that I came across a rather unusual site that I wanted to talk. The site Rent-Apartment-Venice . This site, unlike many rental search sites has the advantage of being specialized in researching rental apartment in Venice.

This site has several advantages, firstly all the proposed apartments are in the historic center of Venice, no problem with the location of the apartment. The apartments are quality apartments, all highly decorated with all the necessary comforts for a pleasant stay in Venice.
Plugs apartments are particularly well done. Indeed no surprises, you can find a video of apartment location, a map with the exact location, all services included in the rent as well as many photos.

Side reservation, nothing more simple, sent an email to check availability of the chosen apartment and there is no longer has to wait for the answer. Cancellation is free. Another little advantage for every booking you receive in exchange a voucher for different activities or restaurants in Venice.

This site is specialized in renting an apartment in Venice, the site team is available to answer your questions and assist you with your stay in Venice. If you are planning a trip to Venice, do not hesitate to visit the site, the perfect vacation is there definitely.

The most beautiful beaches in the world

Fan of beautiful beaches, here are what are, for me, the most beautiful beaches in the world. This is only a personal opinion, I unfortunately could not test them all, although I hope to do someday. Of Martinique Mauritius, via the Maldives, here's my ranking of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Bora Bora - French Polynesia

Bora Bora is an island in the archipelago of the company in the Pacific Ocean. Located not far from Tahiti this French island formed by a volcano has beautiful beaches.

Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Seychelles - Anse Coco beach

The Seychelles is a group of island in the middle of the Indian Ocean. Composed of 115 islands and islets, this archipelago has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Seychelles, Coco Beach

Tahiti - French Polynesia

Tahiti is a French island located in the Pacific Ocean. As Bora Bora, the island belonging to the archipelago of the company, is a volcanic island with beautiful beaches.

Tahiti

Thailand - Koh Phi Phi

The island of Koh Phi Phi Ley belongs to the archipelago of Phi Phi islands located in the Andaman Sea to the southwest of Thailand. This archipelago is considered one of the finest in the world.

Koh Phi-Phi

Maldives - Sun Island Nalaguraidhoo

Nalaguraidhoo Sun Island, a beach of fine sands, clear water, palm trees out of sight. Sun Isalnd Nalaguraidhoo is the beach of Maldives that will make you dream. Ideal for diving.

Beaches of the Maldives

Dominican Republic - Cabarete

Located on the north coast of the island, Cabarete is one of the most beautiful beaches of the Dominican Republic. Ideal for sports winds.

Dominican Republic beach

Mauritius - Belle Mare Plage

Located on the east coast of Mauritius, Belle Mare Plage is one of the most beautiful beach in Mauritius.
Palm trees and white sand on the program.

Constance Belle Mare

Martinique - Plage des Salines

Located in the Caribbean Sea Martinique is a French island fringed beaches dreams. Salines beach, south of the island, is considered the most beautiful beach in the Caribbean.

Beach saline, Martinique

Mexico - Isla Mujeres

The isla Mujeres island or woman. This island beach paradise is located in the Yucatan Peninsula.

Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Opening of a new railway line between Lhasa and Shigatse

A new line of railway passenger will be open tomorrow, Saturday at 9 am in the Tibet Autonomous Region. It will connect the two largest cities in the region, the regional capital Lhasa Shigatse. With a length of 251 kilometers, it has 14 stations along its route, and the trains will travel at speeds up to 120 km / h, which can also carry up to 8.3 million tonnes of cargo. The new train will reduce travel time by half between the two cities, which now require more than three hours. This line is expected to boost tourism and economic development in the southwest part of the Tibet Autonomous Region.
Because many people suffer from altitude sickness in this region, the cars will be equipped with an oxygen supply system. The average altitude of more than three thousand feet, and in places it is over four thousand meters. Still, it is a journey that will be smooth in silent cars, despite the mountains and slopes that the line crosses. The train will stop first in four stations between Lhasa and Shigatse; the other will be built in the coming months.
The new line is located on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau in the south-west of the Tibet Autonomous Region; she will leave the East, South Station in Lhasa, obliquera southward along the Lhasa River, pass through counties Doilungdêgên and Qushui, then west where it will follow the Yarlung Tsangpo (the Brahmaputra) through nearly 90 km area of the Yarlung Tsangpo Canyon and counties NYEMO and Ringbo before arriving in Shigatse in southwestern Tibet.
This line, like those provided in the East between Lhasa and Nyingchi, west to counties and Yadong Nielamu will be part of the major east-west trunk network Tibet Railway. Extending the "Road of Heaven," the opening and commissioning of the railway line will change the situation of southwest areas of Tibet, which has long been dependent on road transport.

The three wonders Ansai - Drums Ansai waist

The three are the wonders of Ansai waist drum, paper cutting and peasant paintings; these cultural elements made ​​of Ansai County one of the cultural counties of China. Drums Ansai waist were recorded in 2006, by decision of the Business Council of State, on the first list of intangible cultural heritage.
Drums Ansai waist are an art form unique folk dances, which has a history of over 2000 years. Scripts may just have a few people, but also thousands who gather to play together. This majestic energy, this beautifully expressive, bewitch the audience, which earned this show called "First drums under heaven.

Macao, the city with two faces

Macau is a city full of history since it was founded in China by the Portuguese in 1557 The city remained until 1999 Portuguese It is marked by this mixed culture and it is, after Hong Kong, China's richest territory. Macau is one of China's two special administrative regions, called RAS. With 567,900 inhabitants, it features a very contemporary aesthetic mixed with traditional buildings and has a prime location since 29,5km Island is located on the South China Sea west of the Delta River pearls.

What to do in Macau? 


Start with what made ​​him famous in the last years: Macau is considered the Asian Las Vegas and is widely visited for its nightlife. Indeed, the city has the largest casino in the world The Venetian Macao, and all other facilities include 8 also visited. The Venetian Macao was built in 2007 and as the name suggests, the building is decorated on the theme of Venice. Not very exotic for Western tourists who want to see nitpicking, but Macau breaststroke lot of Asians from Cambodia, Vietnam and another to play in excess. The $ 2.4 billion invested in the resort were quickly replenished with the rental of 3,000 rooms and sales received by 350 shops.

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The other casino not to be missed is the City of Dreams Casino. For poker fans who surfed the wave of poker sites online or for those who are patrons of the casinos, be aware that the City of Dreams Casino hosts annual tournaments very important that you find the list here. The most famous events are ACOP (Asia Championship of Poker) or the Macau Poker Cup. This casino is of course part again a huge resort with a focus on Asian culture orientation. Indeed, the property offers many evenings like the show "The House of Dancing Water '.

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The former Portuguese enclave full of building Western architecture. The historic center of the city declared World Heritage by UNESCO has been recently renovated and is a real break in the mad Chinese life. At the turnings of streets you will come across the ruins, cobblestone streets, and lovely colorful buildings that will call for those who know Lisbon Portugal. A big downside is the massive amount of tourists. Often visiting Hong Kong, they take a day trip to Macau, arriving in the morning and leave in the evening mass crammed onto ships. The city is full of museums and monuments. In terms of Chinese culture, I recommend Chinese temples Kun lam and Lin Fong Miu and the Buddhist Temple A-Ma, these are real wonders.

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Largo do Senado Square is the best known, probably due to its fountain and its typical Portuguese pavement floor square gray and beige stones. Then I advise you to get lost in the streets and searching the ruins of Sao Paolo. Right side you will find the Guia Fortress, which guided sailors through its lighthouse. It was in this city center you can find gold jewelry and Chinese antiques, lots of local crafts although be careful of scams to tourists. The real antique lovers will pretty quickly what honest shops and they will find their happiness in the streets of San Paulo, street do Palha, or the street and the street das Estalagens back negotiating whose name suits him perfectly . For lovers of flea markets, you will find the flea market on the island of Taipa every Sunday from 11h to 20h on Bombeiros instead. Then for fans of shopping, you will a lot of choice with malls Wynn Esplanade, One Central Macau, Grand Canal Shoppes and New Yaohan. These department stores are filled with boutiques as well as classic fashion with a more realistic budget.

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Do not overlook the kitchen Macau which is a delicious mix of Chinese influences, Portuguese, Indian, Malay and African.
The most famous dish is the galinha africana picante, with a sauce made of garlic, coconut, peanut paste, tomato and chilli, but you should also test fish pastes made ​​from small shrimp transparent, garlic, onion, and cilantro, or baked cod, which is much appreciated in Portugal. For drinks, port and Portuguese wine of course!

Horse racing and greyhound racing 

For the curious, Macau has a very large Canidrome where you can watch greyhound racing. It is a very popular sport in the region and organizes Canidrome fifteen races per day. For horse enthusiasts, the Macau Jockey Club's offers great stands with air conditioning to follow the races live. But beware, the horses go on vacation from late August to early September so find out before.

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It was in 2009 that Unesco class opera as a "masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity". This form of opera was founded in 1906 and is revered by the Cantonese community, which is resident in China or gone to live abroad because it unites and strengthens social bonds. It is also a symbol of cultural exchange and that's why this opera should be seen in large numbers by tourists as it is accessible to foreigners and helps identify Cantonese culture. For more info, stroll on the website of the Office of Tourism.

Moving to Macau

The choice is vast since Macau has buses, taxis, rental cars, boats to reach Hong Kong or walk around the island, or the rickshaw for a little exotic. Bus lines are managed by two companies, the Transmac (Transportes Urbanos Macau) and TCM (Sociedade de Transportes Colectivos Macau). They easily serve most of the major places like major hotels and downtown.
Taxis are plentiful but it is advisable to have on paper or on your phone's written in Chinese to be sure to reach port destination.
For the adventurous who want to test driving in Macau, the Avis and Happy Mokes have multiple offices and even offer cars with drivers.
However, the march will remain your best friend as long as you choose your schedule because the sun can hit very hard.

Top 10 Destinations in fashion in 2014

New Year and new journeys. Like every year, the famous travel guide Lonely Planet provides a list of 10 countries in fashion. So I decided to present this top 10 destinations in fashion in 2014. 

1 - Brazil 

No. 1  ranking, Brazil. Indeed this country on the rise in recent years and this should not change. The World Cup in 2014 and the Olympics in 2016 pushed the country into a new area. Its new facility, its resorts, its beautiful beaches but also its Amazonian forest attracting more and more tourists. You will therefore likely to plan a trip to Brazil in 2014. 

2 - Antarctica 

Second fashionable destination in 2014, a little more surprising, Antarctica. Indeed Antarctica is one of the leading destinations of 2014 This part of the world attracts travelers looking for a thrill and nature. More and more cruise offer to travel this part of the world. 

3 - Scotland 

Scotland is a country we are talking about very little. Known for its famous lock ness, its castles or whiskey, Scotland is not a tourist country itself. However, it still attracts more and more tourists and the 20th edition of the Commonwealth Games could to perpetuate this craze for the country. 

4 - Sweden 

With nearly 5 million tourists each year, Sweden is also a country in vogue in recent years thanks to a movie, or rather three, the trilogy "Millennium". Indeed tour operators recorded an increase in requests to that country. Do not forget that this year, Umeå will be the European Capital of Culture. 

5 - Malawi 

Malawi offers a surprising fifth place. African country, located between Mozambique, Zambia and Tanzania saw its net increase in tourism thanks to the extensive program of reintegration of wild animals in the country. In fact this program has enabled the country to see him back animals that had disappeared. As you can see, so this is the craze for safaris boost tourism in the country. However, this tourism is controlled, as is the number of 4 × 4 may follow the paths of safari. 

6 - Mexico 

Mexico will, once again, a country in fashion as many years. This country is, in fact, the 10th most touristic countries in the world, with nearly 23 million tourists. Despite the bad pub that this country has suffered, especially due to the drug cartels, it is full of wonderful places to visit such as the Maya or Aztec temples or beaches dreams. 

7 - Seychelles 

Seychelles, everyone dreams, lagoons, turquoise water and white sand beaches are moving tourists around the world. The Seychelles islands are no longer reserved for the rich tourists staying in large villas. Hotels a bit cheaper now settled and make the islands more accessible to a large number of tourists. 

8 - Belgium 

Amazing 8th place offers us lonely planet. Not really, Belgium is a country with lots of charm. Some of the cities have an international reputation as Bruges, Brussels, Mons, Antwerp and Ghent or Tournai. Belgium is already a tourist destination but unlike most of the country tourism in Belgium takes place over a day or a weekend, rarely more. Besides his Flemish towns, Belgium is also famous for its unique cuisine and, of course, its known worldwide beers. 

9 - Macedonia 

In ninth place are Macedonia. This country is not well known to many people, yet its capital, Skopje, has been completely renovated. Its many statues and squares offer incomparable charm to the city. Skopje addition, you can explore the ancient city of Stobi, Lake Ohrid or the field of ski Mavrovo. 

10 - Malaysia 

Malaysia is one of the countries with the most booming in the world tourism. Nearly 28 million tourists to the country that is ranked 9th in the most touristic countries in the world. Its 200 events in all areas, provide a non-negligible dynamic country. In addition to its stunning beaches, its capital Kuala Lumpur also attracts many tourists.

Dubai multi-entry visa to boost cruise tourism sector

Recent regulatory changes to the United Arab Emirates’ visa system will have a transformative effect on Dubai’s cruise sector and further boost medical tourism in the emirate.

A new ruling in the UAE which took effect on August 1st 2014, will ensure implementation of a new visa and fees system.

Amendments include a new multiple entry tourism permit for cruise passengers and a range of new entry permits for medical tourists and their companions.

The ruling was signed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE vice president and ruler of Dubai.

These visa options will make travel between UAE and visiting nearby countries easier for travellers who need to make multiple stops whether by air, land or sea.

The new multiple entry tourism permit for cruise passengers at just 200 dirhams (c. US$50) will now make their travel more cost effective and logistically more convenient with particular impact on a number of key markets for which previous regulations made the cost significantly higher, including India, China, Russia & CIS, South Africa, and Brazil.

Hamad bin Mejren executive director of business tourism at Dubai’s Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing said: “This positive announcement of the new visa system will have an encouraging impact on the attractiveness of Dubai as a destination for those overseas visitors who plan on travelling in and out of the UAE – for example on a cruise ship, or by taking a short break into neighbouring Oman and Saudi Arabia.

“The announcement will have a significant impact on cruise tourism in the Arabian Gulf, and is one which has been received very well by our partners within the cruise industry.

“With Dubai being the only home port for many international cruise lines operating cruises in this region, the advantage of simplifying visa procedures through granting passengers multiple entry tourist permits will reduce the costs for each passenger and further boost the sector’s growth.

“This means that visitors can now arrive at Dubai International Airport or Dubai World Central, take a cruise from Mina Rashid out to other emirates and neighbouring countries and return to Dubai on the same visa rather than having to incur additional time and expense obtaining two or three separate visas.”

He added: “We are delighted that the tourists taking a Gulf Cruise can now enter all UAE ports in their itinerary using just one multiple entry visa.

“Dubai Cruise Tourism has been working closely with Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority as well as Oman’s Ministry of Tourism through the Cruise Arabia initiative formed late last year.

“As partners, by working together we can promote the Arabian Gulf more effectively as a leading cruise destination.

“The new UAE multi-entry visa is a much welcomed benefit to growing this important tourism segment.

“Through our network of Dubai Tourism offices across the world we will use the ruling to further promote Dubai’s attractiveness as a destination for both leisure and business.”

Discover Europe

A continent of great diversity, a true blessing for those who love to travel!

Europe, geographic times vague notion includes an incredible abundance of people, cultures, languages, sometimes far from each other but all related to the final with an ancient history, sometimes painful, always exciting.

Europe

  Europe or "Old Continent", as opposed to the "New World" (America) is a contains a unique population density, with more than 350,000 million people in a relatively small area compared to the rest of the world.

Climates range from Mediterranean to polar, to the continental or temperate.

The main tourist regions in Europe are located in Western Europe with France (Paris, Lyon, Provence, Brittany, Bordeaux region, Aquitaine, Ile-de-France, Normandy, Corsica, the Alps and Pyrenees.) , Spain (Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Costa Brava, Basque Country, Cordoba ...), Italy (Rome, Venice, Florence, Naples, Pisa, Sicily, Sardinia ..), Belgium (Bruges, Brussels , Antwerp, Ghent, ...), Germany (Bavaria, Berlin, Munich, ...), the UK (London, ...) and Scotland, the Netherlands (Amsterdam, .. .).

Nevertheless, Northern Europe, sometimes less tourist has many strengths: Fjords of Norway, the city of Tallinn, St. Petersburg, Lofoten Island, Copenhagen, ... The most Mediterranean party every year full of tourists: Athens Greece and the Cyclades ... Croatia, Crete ... the more central Europe is however not left with Vienna and Prague.

Different cultural regions of Europe

  Europe is made up of a diverse set of countries that can be classified into major cultural regions such as the Balkans, for example (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia) all these countries share a common history and culture in different times and close.

The Baltic States (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania), three states that have beautiful scenery and old medieval towns, all three former member of the USSR countries. (Estonia also has linguistic and cultural ties with Finland).

Scandinavia (Denmark, Faroe Islands, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Sweden), spectacular scenery of mountains, lakes, glaciers, geysers, waterfalls and volcanoes. These countries are culturally very close even though Finland has a language all its own.

Benelux (Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands), who share their loved languages, food and green landscapes, a rich history and beautiful historic towns.

Iberia (Andorra, Gibraltar, Portugal, Spain).

The United Kingdom and Ireland (Guernsey, Ireland, Isle of Man, Jersey, United Kingdom).

The Caucasus (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia), a mountain range between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea, considered part of the natural boundary between Europe and Asia.

Central Europe (Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland), the region where the Germanic culture meets Slavic culture.

The South East Europe (Greece, Turkey, Cyprus) and the southwest (Spain, Portugal).

France, the most popular tourist destination in the world, geographically one of the most diverse countries in Europe.

Italy (Italy, Malta, San Marino, Vatican), Rome, Florence, Venice and Pisa are about routes of many travelers, but these are just some of the destinations of Italy, a country that has the most large number of sites classified by UNESCO as a world.

Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, these countries have in common language, culture and a long history punctuated by revolutions and memorable empires.

Things to see and do in Europe

To advise a route to a non-European across the continent: what to choose?

The possibilities are too big to come out of the 'core' ... There is the sun and the Spanish Mediterranean beaches, the fjords of Norway, the amazing historical heritage of Italy, the great cosmopolitan cities like Berlin or London, the eastern plains, the peaks of the Alps, the tangled history of the Balkans, Greece or heat haze of Scotland ... Unable to go around, but one thing is sure, there's something for everyone!

Tours and itineraries in Europe

It was in Europe that travel most of tourists every year, you will not fail to develop tour routes, weekends, discovery tours and vacation trips (nature, sports or lazing on the beach to you to change).

Major capitals and major cities of Western Europe entice travelers. For a weekend or more tempted by: Paris, London, Berlin, Rome, Amsterdam, Madrid, Lisbon, Stockholm, Dublin, Brussels, Geneva, Copenhagen, Barcelona, ​​Athens, Florence, Vienna, Munich, Helsinki, Porto, Glasgow, Edinburgh, ... Bruges. Eastern Europe is fashionable also tempted by the Czech Republic (Prague ...), Hungary (Budapest, Lake Balaton ...), Croatia (Dubrovnik, the islands ...) Latvia, Slovenia and why not (St. Petersburg, Moscow ...) Russia!

The classics are always so successful: go to Tuscany, Sicily, Andalusia, the castles of the Loire, the Peloponnese, the Cyclades, Venice, the Irish countryside, Scottish lochs, the fjords of Scandinavia ... .

To enjoy the sea, you can choose between the Mediterranean coast (Spain, Balearics, France, Italy, Croatia and Greece) and the Atlantic coast (France, Spain, Portugal ...).

For nature lovers, you can go trekking or stay of discovery in Iceland in the mountains of central Europe (including the Alps), in the Pyrenees, Corsica, northern Scandinavia, in the mountains of Montenegro. ...

Useful Information

Traveling through Europe: borders and transport

Thanks to the Free Movement of Persons in the European Union, traveling the continent has become particularly easy, especially if one is restricted to members. Thus, a simple ID card allows you to travel from France to Italy, Spain, Denmark, Greece, or even in Cyprus.

Of course, all countries of the European continent are not necessarily included in the EU again cross borders for a European appears a formality usually simplified. In the Balkans, for example, a country like Croatia, tourist destination order, requires only a single ID card for French nationals wishing to stay there.

Transport arrangements vary widely from country to country in Europe, and this is a different multiple facets to discover on the continent ...

There are different forms of transport to travel across Europe: the airplane of course, is the fastest way to get from one point to another; the emergence and development of low cost helped make flying even more accessible.

The train runs more or less effective the different European countries: the German network thus has nothing to do with the Bosnian network for example. Of course, traveling by train still has a charm, even when optimal conditions are not met. For fans of the track, the InterRail Pass allows you to switch a rail network to another without problem: a formula that can be interesting in the manner of his journey.

Otherwise, take the road by car or bus: true, then the paths are quite long, but these are two means of transport that can get to the main roads. If the car offers great freedom of movement, the cost of gas and tolls if they are not shared several become very expensive very quickly.

The bus on the other hand, appears throughout Europe an economical means of transportation if not always quick or timely.

Travel advice

In the countries of the European Union, only a valid identity card is sufficient for crossing borders! For most non-EU countries in central position on the continent, the formalities are simplified (no visa).

Besides sporadic remaining tensions in some regions (eg Kosovo), you can travel across Europe with confidence.

For a long intra-European rail travel, remember to inquire about the terms of the InterRail pass, which cycles through a rail network to another with a single ticket.

Other cards can be beneficial at the European level: the International Student Identity Card or International Youth Hostel card (FUAJ).

Enthusiasts river tourism or boat will easily find a cruise in the Mediterranean or the Fjords of Norway!

Identity card

Population from 737 million

Languages: many national languages ​​in addition amount of dialects and regional languages ​​... linguists are having a field day!

Currency: All EU countries are not in the euro; many national currencies are still in circulation in Europe.

Tours and itineraries in Europe

It was in Europe that travel most of tourists every year, you will not miss goals visit, weekends, discovery tours, holidays homes (nature, sports or relaxing on the beach and You) .... Major capitals and major cities of Western Europe entice travelers. For a weekend or more tempted by: Paris, London, Berlin, Rome, Amsterdam, Madrid, Lisbon, Stockholm, Dublin, Brussels, Geneva, Copenhagen, Barcelona, ​​Athens, Florence, Vienna, Munich, Helsinki, Porto, Glasgow, Edinburgh, ... Bruges. Eastern Europe is fashionable also tempted by the Czech Republic (Prague ...), Hungary (Budapest, Lake Balaton ...), Croatia (Dubrovnik, the islands ...) Latvia, Slovenia and why not Russia (St. Petersburg, Moscow ...). ... The classics are always so successful: go to Tuscany, Sicily, Andalusia, the castles of the Loire, the Peloponnese, the Cyclades, Venice, the Irish countryside, Scottish lochs, the fjords of Scandinavia ... . To enjoy the sea, you can choose between the Mediterranean coast (Spain, Balearics, France, Italy, Croatia and Greece) and the Atlantic coast (France, Spain, Portugal ...). For nature lovers you can go trekking or stay of discovery in Iceland in the mountains of central Europe (including the Alps), in the Pyrenees, Corsica, northern Scandinavia, in the mountains of Montenegro ....

Everything to prepare your travels Europe
paperwork

Documents necessary for a stay in Ile-de-France is a passport, proof of solvency as payment card, proof of accommodation and visa request from the Embassy of France in your country before traveling.

Hygiene and Health

The hygiene level is correct on the French territory and no vaccinations are required. As for safety, there is no major risk, as it is assured.

electricity

The current has a voltage of 220 V and a frequency of 50 Hz, so that the adapters are not required.

Currency and budget

The transactions are in euro. Regarding the budget, provide an average of 75 EUR for a hotel room and approximately EUR 30 for a meal.

transport

Internal displacement is not a problem because it is possible to make journeys by train, bus, RER, rental car or taxi.

Good to know

Emergency numbers are 17 police and 15 for the ambulance. Do not hesitate to call in case of trouble.

useful links

For further information, it is advised to visit the website of the Paris Tourist Office http://www.parisinfo.com/

Asterix park ( french )

Parc Asterix
This is the little brother of the Disney park attractive, organized and very well presented, Parc Astérix quickly found its place among the leisure life, solidly honored by theme parks internationally known as the Disney Land or Europa Park. It was launched in 1985 and inaugurated by Jack Lang in 1989, offering the world a rich and thrilling multiverse, where civilizations and cultures meet but do not look alike. 6 world are highlighted in this park, for the happiness of all young explorers: the Viking world, the universe Ancient Greece, the Roman Empire universe, the universe Gauls A universe in Time and then finally the universe Ancient Egypt.
Parc Asterix rates
The entrance to Parc Astérix ticket allows you to enjoy all the events, shows and games for the day. The address and video games are not allowed, you should take the tickets that are specifically designed for them. For children under 3, free admission. For children (3 to 11 years), the ticket "Full price" costs around 30 euros. For adults, the ticket "Full price" costs around 40 euros. The "Season ticket" costs around 100 euros for children and adults alike. The parking space is approximately EUR 10 per day (by car so). Ps: at the entrance you get free services, such as: o The instructions o strollers and baby o And the rental of wheelchairs
Asterix park hours
The opening of Parc Asterix: It says (on site and on-site as well) that the park marked the end of the opening at 10am, but the turnstiles open slightly before the time, and especially the day of overcrowding. So to avoid lengthy queues, head directly to the Via Antiqua, as the attractions, they, open exactly on time. Closing: The park closes when the attractions are closed. So closing time is not set beforehand, but depends entirely on the activity of the arena, the game or the attraction (and its queues, incidentally). The shops of Via Antiqua, in turn, are independent and remain open later in the evening. Ps: Estimates schedules vary from one day to another, and depending on the weather generally. Some events that cause large crowds can be factors to scheduling changes, such as: o Halloween night, which result in average attendance during the day, against a very strong crowd in the evening. There, the park is only partially open. o Christmas vacation lead to high traffic, so we'll have to think about the long queue, which énervera more than one! as well as water attractions are closed. To get to the bottom of hours "of the moment", it is best to visit the official page of the park before visiting a few days to know the exact opening and closing times.
Parc Asterix transport
Whether you are in Paris or elsewhere, alone or accompanied, by car or without access to Parc Asterix remains easy and convenient, especially as means of transport are at your disposal to facilitate movement. I need regular. From Paris: By Bus: Regular service with one daily departure (8:30 am). Access by entering the Carrousel du Louvre or the Pyramid. Then you take the escalator located at Hall Charles V. The return is fixed at 18.30 Parc Asterix. -en Metro - RER B line to Roissy Charles de Gaulle, then take the bus to the CIF Parc Asterix. -en Taxi: The journey will almost an hour long and the race will cost between 50 and 80 euros. -The Shuttle: direct services allow you to benefit from door to door transfers from the center of Paris (where you are) and the park. I need regular. Since Roissy Airport: By Bus: direct path between the RER station Roissy and the Park. -en Train and Metro: No train beyond the airport. -en Taxi: Many taxis waiting for you once out of the terminal. The race costs around 20 euros. - Shuttle? From Orly Airport: - By bus: you will not find a direct link. The solution is to follow the line 3 Cars Air France (Roissy) and then take the shuttle to the park. - By train: simply take Orlyval (for Antony station), then take the RER B (to the CDG 1 station) and finally take the shuttle. - Taxi - Shuttle
Parc Asterix Hotels
When you visit the major theme parks, it's good to know that the visit will take you more than a day, so plan to spend the night in a hotel is an idea that seems rather sensible. But which one? Parc Asterix has a rather rich neighborhood hotel, here are some examples: - Hotel three owls: After a busy day of adventure and entertainment of any kind, nothing like the comfort of the Hotel du Parc for you rest and prepare for the next day! This star hotel is a real haven for children and their big dreams of adventure and discovery. With its wide open spaces, a playroom dedicated to the joy and good humor, friendly lounge for rest and relaxation, the library and the beautiful bar atmosphere. You will also find: o A path to the park for residents o rooms for families o Good o restore precious presence of Asterix and Obelix at the time of departure for the Park - The Tiara Chateau Hotel Mont Royal Chantilly who is half an hour from Paris, in the heart of the Chantilly forest. This modern tower offers well-furnished rooms with free internet (Wi-Fi) access and views of the forest. - With two star hotel "The Nonet" offers comfortable and friendly accommodation. It is half an hour from the exhibition (Villepinte) and Paris as well. The hotel also boasts a hearty breakfast every morning.
Family Parc Asterix
If you go to the park with your family, nothing like the little tips and tricks to lose no crumb of the loaded program that offers the park - not to waste your time and that of your children eager to play, do not begin your tour by Tonnerre de Zeus because this is where most visitors head; instead go next 'The Trace Hooray', the space will be cleared, and the children can play immediately. - Consider skipping the long lines for the attractions it later. With this trick, you could wait only 10 minutes (instead of two hours or more). - During long weekends, choose the days start and end, instead of the days of the medium, as visitors are usually on the road during that time. - For lunch, avoid the famous "12h-14h" is the hours you may linger the most, so get there before noon or after 14h, you better enjoy your visit. And always allow small snacks for the little ones. - If you have a rather large family, we advise you to follow promotions on websites and watch the most exciting offers, so you get tickets that can even reach half their price.
Parc Asterix Reviews
Reviews of visitors who have young children, are not really satisfied because of some services not really on top of their game: no attractions for small children, the farm nursery at 16h, which is early and this is what keeps parents have more fun ... for some, visiting the park worth a visit, thanks to the relatively low prices compared to other parks (very expensive), visitors are mostly teens that delights the young and allowing them to meet interesting people. And the attractions meet the expectations of young people lacking in excitement. The park hotel is also very nice, friendly and equipped with every comfort desired. So finally, the toll remains rather mixed among critics on one side and the admiration of the other ...
Parc Asterix promo
Your ticket is the key to enjoying your day at the park! There will be more, if you unearth with a promo ... - ticket "Freedom" for a little more than 30 euros you go when you want! - The ticket "Smart": book 7 days in advance does not exceed 30 euros - the ticket "Week": an escape midweek for almost 30 euros - the ticket "adult to child ticket prices" costs around 30 euros - the ticket "Legion" (group rates, family, from 5 people) - the ticket "Pharaoh" to discover the newest park: attraction OzIris 60 euros around. - The ticket "Premium day" to become a VIP customer for 80 euros maximum! Ps: the park encourages ordering tickets on its website (parcasterix.fr) because good discounts await and interesting promotional offers are only thoughts for you.
New Asterix park attractions
In addition to its famous 31 known attractions, the park has added other activities around the water like jet skis and water games. Shows also pushed around the park, for ease of use and enjoyment. Among the latest attractions - the game "Tonnerre de Zeus" play in the land of Gods, and have a good time with the god of gods. With a race that reaches more than 80 km per hour, treat yourself climbs and descents, turns, beautiful donkey ... all in a deafening thunder ... -the game "Goudurix" with this attraction, you will not have time to breathe because of terrible terrible preparing mounted raids, which will plunge toward the ground at speeds you back to mind. Fasten your shoes especially! I -The the "great splatch" which is summarized in a nice boat ride on a river, or countless aquatic surprises await you. And then at the end of the walk, a fall of 11 meters will make you the most good, it will be a cold shower for everyone! - The set of "The trace of hurray 'thirst for freedom? This attraction is for you. With a descent near 60km per hour, you'll get an experience where the feelings reach their absolute sense. - And work to create new attractions continue over time. Because apart from maintenance work (the Goudurix offers new trains, the Trojan has a fresh paint, the Transdemonium is rehabilitated ...) the park is constantly creating new worlds ... the latest is the world Oziris.
Asterix park attractions
Visitors experience the park with lots of water attractions like the "Menhir Express" and "Romus and Rapidus." For fans of strong sensations, the "Tonnerre de Zeus" and "Goudurix" monopolize the podium of the best games. And then shows side the Dolphinarium remains a must seen 'to be missed under any circumstances. Some examples of known attractions, the Park Asterix - The Galley - Tonnerre de Zeus - Caesar's Challenge - Flight of Icarus - Goudurix - Epidemaïs Cruises - The Flight of the Aces - the Hydra - The Descent Styx - the Little Storm - the Trace Hooray - the Trojan Horse - The Great Splatch
Oziris Parc Asterix
The big news of the park, it is unquestionably the Egyptian universe and its two attractions, "Inverted Coaster" (adults) and "Rollercoaster" (children). Conceived and directed by Julien Bertevas, Oziris happens to be a rollercoaster reversed, with a train for up to 32 players, which is intended for children over one and a half meters. In this cultural and historical context, ancient Egypt entered after ancient Rome, Gaul, Greece and the Vikings, as to honor the cult cartoon featuring Asterix and Cleopatra, who also achieved success phenomenal. A sixth world therefore offers visitors after two long years of work and intensive work. And the result is far from disappointing ... This Egypt has allowed expansion of five acres on the surface of the park (10% more surface). More than € 20 million was spent to complete this massive project. This real Pharaonic site has probably pushed the park takes his break reading, and was royally by a team of top professionals who have probably tasted the magic potion Gallic order to complete the work and complete the project! We must admit that impatience eventually devour us from within as the desire to see the two new attractions is becoming increasingly difficult to manage. But ultimately, OzIris born and appears to be an unusual attraction, the kind of attractions that surprises, which leaves no stone. Imagine the scene: more than 40 meters high, feet in a vacuum, you're downright ejected at 100 km per hour ... you lack the beautiful plumage and graceful wings, to become a flying bird ! But to understand the origins of the game, a story behind the attraction ... as follows: It all started after a visit to Gaul, where the magician Iris meets two key characters Asterix and Obelix, and then he returned to Egypt to build a temple in her name! To polish its reputation, thanks to its hypnotic gaze, Iris creates a spell that will charm the guests so that they travel through time and space ... Visitors, curious and excited, will be tempted to enter the gates of temple and experience the new charm prepared and cooked by the man who stood at the demigods. Throughout the tour you will be accompanied by film sets (Egyptian frescoes, beautiful papyrus realistic sarcophagi and statues in the likeness of the characters) that will have roles to punctuate around the park and thus immersing avid adrenaline in a cruelly exquisite atmosphere. visitors
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Greece is selling 110 beaches

While Greece is trying to recover from the financial crisis, the government decided to sell the beaches throughout the country since the beginning of July. According to the Greek press, nearly 110 beaches that are offered for sale by the agency in charge of privatization, Tarpeid.

But this news is not to the taste of everyone. If some major hotels welcome privatize the beaches close to them, organizations of environmental protection are very worried. Some beaches are full reserve Natura 2000, ie protected by Greek law. If buyers will build large resorts, this is the charm of the Greek coast and its sandy beaches is at risk. Several petitions are circulating on the net to stop this action. More than 200,000 signatures have been collected.

Top 5 reasons to visit the Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic
Located in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Cuba, the Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Discovered in 1492 by Christopher Columbus, the country hides incredible scenery between flora and fauna, mountains and green valleys. Despite mass tourism, the "Dominican" and still retains many vestiges of its history. Tourists also like to go along the beautiful beaches. To make the most of your trip to the Dominican Republic, you can use a travel agent (Transat Holidays, for example), which may suggest a variety of all-inclusive vacations with quality tours. Here are our top five reasons to visit the Dominican Republic.


Paradisiacal beaches 

Hundreds of miles of sandy beaches. Translucent waters. Trees and coconut palms close to the water. Islands with unrivaled charm. For many decades, the beaches of the Dominican Republic attracts tourists in droves. They can also be the ideal place for lovers of water sports or relaxation. Among the beaches not to miss the main beach in the small fishing village of Bayahibe, or that of the paradise island of Cayo Levantado.

National parks and its many treasures 

The Dominican Republic has many national parks. Park Los Haïtises overflowing with treasures, caves inhabited by Native Americans and beautiful landscapes. You are also advised to explore the park del Este, famous for its natural wealth. The country also has many rivers. As Francis Ford Coppola who shot some scenes there for Apocalypse Now, you will be seduced by the Chavon River. And southwest of the Dominican Republic, you can contemplate the Enriquillo lake's largest salt lake in the Caribbean. This basin is known for its American crocodiles, iguanas or flamingos.

Its rich history 

Santo Domingo was the first seat of Spanish power in the New World. Classified by UNESCO, the "zona colonial" is the most rich in historical monuments party. Among the sites to see, you are advised to see the Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor, built in 1518 and the Museum of Las Casas Reales. Feel free to take a detour through El Conde street, one of the oldest in the city.

Its festive carnival 

carnival

Celebrated during the months of February and August, the carnival in the Dominican Republic is certainly less known than Rio, but it's still very festive. This is an opportunity to discover the creativity of the Dominicans for disguises. And be careful if you cross "Cojuelos Diablos" (Devils Cripples). Do not go with them, they may hit you with a bladder bull, as is tradition.

Activities in the Central Cordillera 

Cordilleras

Highest in the Caribbean, Pico Duarte is a delight for hikers. We recommend you to supervise you a guide as it descends. It is of course a good physical preparation. But the summit, which rises to over 3,000 meters offers a magnificent view of the country. Located in the central mountain range, this part of the country lies a lush vegetation. Fans of canyoning, rafting or mountain biking will also be thrilled.

Now you know why the Dominican Republic is a unique destination.

Mont Saint Michel

The dramatic architecture of Mont Saint-Michel and its bay are the busiest of Normandy and the third in France attraction (after the Eiffel Tower and Versailles) with some 3.2 million visitors each year. Historic monument in 1874, the site appears since 1979 on the World Heritage List of UNESCO.