The best ski resort in the Alps, Ischgl, gives you everything you wish: the best ski slopes, the most spectacular views, top of the mountain concerts and ice sculptures.

This Austrian resort, located in a traditional village with 1,500 inhabitants, offers a perfect combination of winter sports and quality entertainment; this is the reason for being awarded many times and appreciated by celebrities such as Rihanna, Alicia Keys or Nicole Scherzinger.

From the end of November until early May, Ischgl offers ideal conditions for winter sports, that will surpass all your expectations. The 238 km of Silveretta Arena comprises slopes for all categories of skiers that are improved each year, so skiing is an unforgettable experience.
There are more than 41 cable cars and chairlifts that take you to the slopes, including Fimbabahn, the first cable car in Austria…with heated seats; also, over 490 snow guns ensure that coverage and snow quality is consistent.
Do not miss the 11 km race, which starts on Greitspitz at a height of 2,900 m. And for adrenaline addicts, there are 12 miles off-shore routes and other undiscovered portions of snow.

Hotels, restaurants and nightlife:
The famous restaurants, rustic gourmet-booths and sun terrace from the slopes, offers a lively atmosphere.
“Relax. If you can…” is the slogan of this stunning resort, but is no way you can do that with such a nightlife (the area is also known as the party metropolis of the Alps) and the truth is you don’t really have time to sleep at night. But if you really want to sleep you can choose from a variety of hotels, villas, hostels – all prices, all possible facilities, all types of architecture… for all tastes.

Machu Picchu, also known as The Lost City of the Incas, is an impressive citadel in the Andean tropical mountains near Cuzco in Peru. It consists of 13 square kilometers of terraced stonework.   The monumental stone ruins were discovered in 1911 by the American anthropologist Hiram Bingham.

Since its discovery, Machu Picchu has been attracting a huge number of travelers throughout the time, reaching 400.000 in 2003. Some of you probably wondering why is this place so visited? Below you will find some answers.

Machu Picchu is a complex city, perched perilously on top of a mountain, a work of architectural genius. This extraordinary place, built on a steep mountainside overlooking the rapid waters of the Urubamba River, was a place inhabited and visited only by the chosen few of the Inca Empire.

The inhabitants of Machu Picchu were priests, official representatives of the Inca Emperors, craftsmen and, most importantly mamacunas, women chosen to dedicate their lives to the sun god.  It seems that women were in the majority in the city. When archeologists began excavating the area, they found 173 skeletons, of which 150 were women.

Machu Picchu was a city without poor people, a city of temples, small but carefully constructed homes, aqueducts, fountains and walkways, plus five hectares of cultivated farmland, organized in an intricate system of terraces. The whole system was linked by more than three thousand steps. The city is divided into sections: the cemetery, the jails, the small dwellings and the temples, built for the sun worship which was central to Inca religion. The main temple is the Temple of the Three Windows. The sun passes through its windows and shines on to the Sacred Plaza, which might have played an important part in sun rituals. On a slope in front of the city is the Condor Stone, a flat altar in the image of a condor’s head and body. A hole at the front of the head leads below to a small cave; sacrifices probably took place on the altar and the blood from those ceremonies was collected in the cave below.

The magnificent buildings from Machu Picchu are the work of a people with great talent, people who had created a complex and sophisticated society. Machu Picchu remains a remarkable monument to the skills of the inhabitants of the Inca empire.

Machu Picchu ruins

Lille is the fourth largest city of France, and one of the best reasons to travel through Lille is that it is located near Paris and Belgium. You can easily visit these two places and find a cheap rail ticket to London. Eurostar trains provide easy access from London to Lille. You can get cheap Eurostar tickets for London to Lille and if you grab some latest Eurostar deals then you can save lots of money on your travel.

Lille is a wonderful place full of rich culture, ancient architecture and food. It is also a home to many wonderful museums and art galleries. Apart from that Lille is famous as a shopping destination too. There are more than 140 indoor shops located near the Eurostar train station. Lille is famous for its food, some of the best cakes and pastries are available at the small cafes in the indoor shopping complex. The other main attractions of the city are the famous opera house General de Gaulle of 17th century.

The architecture of Lille resembles its rich heritage of Netherland and France. The city has been ruled by many different cultures of the bygone era. Lille has been rules by duke of Burgundy, count of Flanders, the king of Spain and the Hapsburgs of Austria. The ruling kingdom of Lille was France, King Louis of France overtook the city from the king of Spain in 1887, since then it has remained under the country France.

Eurostar is the best way to travel from London to Lille and back. Due to the high-speed trains and economical rates, these trains compete with airlines. It takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes from London to Lille and vice versa. It is easier to get cheap tickets from London to Lille if you book early.

Brighton is one of the coolest seaside resorts in the UK and it has been attracting a huge number of travelers throughout the time. This is city is full of attractive places, entertainment, cultures and rich history and as a traveler you never have to face any problems in this city because there are many hotels in Brighton so it is truly a nice place for everyone.

Brighton provides excellent transport facilities. There are local trains and bus services available that connects you to almost every other UK cities. Eurostar trains also provide direct booking facility from Brighton to Paris. You can book Eurostar city breaks to any French or Belgian city very easily.

Brighton is really well known for its clean and clear sandy beaches. It has also got Blue Flag Beach Award for its nice beaches. If you want some exciting adventure then you must go for the Brighton Pier because it is a very popular landmark. Here you can enjoy a rollercoaster ride or play video games on coolest game consoles. The seafront is full of
restaurants, bars and most of the greatest Brighton hotels are also situated here. Brighton Marina is the most popular place in Brighton because all types of entertainments and amusements activity available here.

Brighton is also famous for its extremely fabulous nightlife. There are 300 pubs and discos and especially well known for its stag and hen nights. If you are planning to go for a Brighton trip then you must do some necessary researches before going there. Booking hotel is the most important thing that you must consider. Internet is the best place where
you can get all the information about the Brighton hotels.

For the fans of wildlife photos, the Photographic Safari is the best way to photograph lions, giraffes and other animals of the African savanna, in their natural habitat. With many natural parks, Kenya is one of the best countries for achieving this type of images.

Lion in Masai Mara National Park

If the main purpose of your trip is the wildlife photos, you should travel with a group of people that shares the same objective as you do. For high-quality wildlife photographs you must wake up early and be ready to leave at 5:30 a.m. Also, you have to take a long break at noon when the light is harsh and stay till early evening when animals are more active. Moreover, a guide and a driver who are familiar with the geography and the animals and have some
experience with photographers are very important. They will find suitable areas and will know how to position the vehicle for a perfect light. And remember: no more than three or four photographers in one vehicle, otherwise, you will be interfering with others! Here, most of the 4×4 vehicles have convertible tops so you can easily take photos and you are safe.

Elephants in Masai Mara

In a huge park like Masai Mara leaving trail is very useful, but only for experienced photographers who know the area, otherwise it is dangerous to walk free. But don’t worry! You can take photos from inside safari vehicle. The driver can take you close to animals in certain parks, where the vehicles are free to go off road. But in some others, the safari vehicles are restricted to the roads so you should take at least two camera bodies with you, one should have a 300mm lens and the other 600mm lens. As well, before you buy or rent photo equipment you should inform yourself about the feeding and mating behavior of the savanna animals and would be good to get some information about their diurnal and seasonal life cycles. Some animals hunt only at night, others only in the evening; some animals carry a certain behavior only in the rainy season. Is hard to believe that you could photograph a leopard hunting during the day, this beautiful cat is a nocturnal animal.

Located at the foot of Gurghiu Mountains, between the Corund River and the valley of the Târnava Mică River, Sovata attracts tourists not only in the hot season, but also in the cold season too. Being one of the most fashionable spas in Romania, Sovata is a perfect choice to spend your winter holiday with your family and friends for a lot of fun and for a refreshing beginning of the year.

One of the most popular tourist attractions of the area is the Bear Lake, which is unique in Europe thanks to its helio-thermal and salty water. Also, Bear Lake is one of the largest salty and helio-thermal lakes in the world, with well-known therapeutic effects; on summer, its temperature can reach up to 40-50 degrees Celsius. But the Bear Lake is not the only salty lake in the area;
there are four other salty lakes: Black Lake, Nut Lake, Red Lake and Green Lake.

Apart from the possibilities of relaxation and treatment by hot baths (in tubs or pools with salt mineral water taken from lakes), nature comes with an irresistible offer: the ski slope. The slope is only 6 km from Sovata and is perfect for advanced skiers and for beginners too. While you’re in the area, you should also visit Praid Salt Mine (Salina Praid), one of the largest salt mines in the country and Europe; it dates back to the Roman era.

From Corund Village you can buy souvenirs for loved ones: ceramics and some other products made from straw, wool or wood. Here you can
also enjoy a traditional Romanian atmosphere.

Lake Garda

The surreal blue color of Garda Lake and the rugged mountains with snowy peaks that surrounds it offers an overwhelming view. On the banks of the lake, a host of colorful plants get you thinking about the Mediterranean coast and the small towns and picturesque resorts, with narrow streets and cozy cafes, awaits its guests in every season.

Riva, a small town located in the extreme north of the lake, seems to be the most preferred destination among tourists. A few kilometers away is Torbole, the paradise of those who love water sports. Among the stone walls of the mountains that surround the resort, the wind always creates good conditions for surfing.

But Lake Garda  is not only an ideal holiday setting for water sports lovers; it is also, an idyllic destination for those who prefer peaceful and romantic places. For the latter ones, Gardone Riviera (a nostalgic town with hotels and promenade, excellent if you want quiet walks), Salò and Sirmione are pleasant lakeside resorts where they will feel at ease.

Landscape of Malcesine on Lake Garda

Even if is less spectacular than the western shore (because of its smoother relief), the east shore of Lake Garda also has much to offer:  Bardolino, a city surrounded by vineyards, Punta San Vigilio, a charming village and a very romantic place, or the old Malcesine Castle, a medieval fortress built on top of a hill.

Dropped between the mountains of northern Italy, Lake Garda  is a place where you’ll find a piece of “bella Italia“, just like in your vacation
dreams.

You are tired to celebrate New Year’s Eve on the mountain or at the restaurant and you’re looking for a special place to start the New Year? How about a shift of the year at the foot of Mount Olympus?

In summer, Greek seaside is one of the favorite destinations of many people around the world. But few people know that in the cold season, the resorts and towns on the Aegean shore are also delightful and the climate is mild enough for romantic walks and pleasant evenings spent on the terrace.

One of the most exciting places to celebrate New Year’s Eve and also an affordable holiday destination is Thessaloniki, the second largest city in Greece. Thessaloniki or the capital of Northern Greece, as locals call it, has some of the finest hotels, best restaurants and most beautiful beaches in northern Greece. White Tower, Saint Demetrius Church, Rotonda and the Arch of Galerius are just some of the highlights of the city.

Very close to Thessaloniki (75 km south of city) and 20 km from Mount Olympus is Paralia Katerinis, a charming settlement on the shores of the Aegean Sea with romantic streets, traditional taverns and many restaurants with delicious Greek food. Here in Paralia you can also find many jewelry and fur stores, which, in the cold season, offers discounts that are really tempting.

Despite being one of the oldest cities in Europe, today Thessaloniki is a modern city, full of life, competing in beauty with Athena and Kavala, a blessed place, where the beginning of the year cannot be otherwise than hopeful.

Singapore, the gateway to Southeast Asia, promises visitors a holiday full of exoticism and surprises. It is a popular travel destination, as evidenced by the large number of tourists who visit the city annually (10.2 million in 2007). This fascinating city-state, is a paradise for tourists keen on shopping, also offering them many other leisure opportunities.

When you visit Singapore you must include in your route Sentosa Island to; sandy beaches and a huge amusement park waiting. Also, a visit to the amazing Underwater World, a unique and well-known oceanarium, will be an unforgettable experience. From Sentosa Island you can take the cable car to Mount Faber where you can enjoy a spectacular view of Sentosa.

Chinatown is another place that you should not miss during your Singapore holiday. Stroll along the small shops with singing birds in bamboo cages, waiting to be released or poke around antique shops. A walk through the Jurong Town will fascinate you with its pagodas and you will take home with you nothing but beautiful memories. A place of interest on 366 Race Course Road is the Temple of Thousand Lights; the main feature of this impressive building is the 15m Buddha statue surrounded by seemingly endless chains of lights.

Other popular tourist attractions are: Singapore’s National Zoo, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Jurong Bird Park and Singapore Botanic Gardens.

As you know, a holiday would not be complete without souvenirs for loved ones, so, a shopping day spent wandering through Singapore stores would be required. Shopping enthusiasts can delight on Singapore’s premier shopping district, formed by Orchard Road and neighboring Scotts Road. Orchard Road, the main shopping street of Singapore, with almost 2.2km of road, flanked on both sides by shopping malls, will certainly not disappoint you.

Palma de Mallorca is the capital city of the Balearic Islands in Spain and also, one of the most beautiful cities of Mediterranean area. By 1890, Palma de Mallorca was still a small town surrounded by medieval walls. After this year, expansion of the city grew, surpassing the old limits. Currently, about 400,000 people live here, meaning almost half of the whole population of Majorca.

The most impressive building in town is undoubtedly La Seu (The Cathedral of Light), which rises majestically above the port, like a giant of the sea who guards it. The Cathedral offers a wonderful view, especially in the evening.

Nearby you will find La Almudaina Royal Palace, famous for its embattled walls. In the past, ships had been anchored right in front stairs of the royal residence, but today the palace is separated from the sea by Parc de la Mar.

In the south-east area of Palma, behind the Cathedral, you can visit The Old City, it is a maze of streets, stairs and superb hidden markets, considered to be among the Europe’s most picturesque cities. Here you can relax, enjoying this very special place, you can visit ancient palaces of noble families, villas with heavy wooden doors and inner courtyards full of mystery, little shops, cafes and herbal pharmacy where you can find exotic plants and herbs.

The best place for shopping is located between La Seu and the Mercat Olivar (a traditional Spanish market). After a day of shopping on the Passeig des Boru Street, enjoy a coffee break at one of the cafes that have outdoor tables in the popular, pedestrianised square, Placa Major.

Visiting surroundings
If you want to visit surroundings of Palma de Mallorca, the tour options are varied and tempting. For example, you can enjoy sunny days on Playa de Palma, a superb 6km beach located in the East of Palma de Mallorca. If you are a romantic person, do not miss a walk along the promenade in a carriage. Also, at 3 km northwest of Palma, Bellver Castle is one of the main tourist attractions of the Majorca that can’t be missed.