BEAM Travel (2024)

27/02/2019

The freshwater Lake Baikal sits on the southeastern edge of Siberia, located just north of Mongolia's border. At an estimated depth of a stunning 1,642 meters, it is considered to be the deepest lake in the world.
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If you wish to see the primeval beauty of Lake Baikal without crowds of tourists on its shores, then it is better to arrive in early summer (May 15th to June 10th). At this time the ice just starts melting, there is no fog, and the air is cool and clear. You will find only rare motorboats on the smooth surface of the lake, and few tourists or fishermen on its shores. Traveling in May lets you feel like a pioneer; not a single person within a radius of hundreds of kilometers. The ice fields on the blue and smooth surface of the lake, in combination with the snow-covered peaks of the adjacent mountain ranges, and the bright pink blossoms of wild rosemary on the shores give an enduring impression of the region’s amazing beauty. On the pebbled beaches of the Barguzinsky and Baikalo-Lensky Nature Reserves, you can observe bears searching the beach for caddis flies, which intensively breed at this time and only live a few weeks at the beginning of summer.
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Autumn is a very attractive season for photographers; nature presents itself in bright yellow and red coloring, and the fast changing weather with strong winds and frequent storms accentuates Baikal’s characteristics.
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Probably the most exciting experience is to celebrate New Year’s Eve or Christmas in the comfortable traditional wooden house of local family on the snow-covered shore of Lake Baikal. The crunching sound of snow under your feet, and taking a bath in the traditional Russian banya, in powder snow or even in ice-holes will contribute to an unforgettable holiday.
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Baikal’s transparent ice and glittering hummocks with bluish coloring are especially impressive in March. The extreme transparency of the ice allows you to see the ground in shoreline zones or to look into the profound darkness of Lake Baikal. The sunny weather creates a moderate climate on the ice so that it is enough to put on only a sweater in the afternoon. At the beginning of April, the clear blue ice gets dim and covered with a white rough crust.
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25/02/2019

With the increase in global temperatures, large amounts of Greenland's ice cap have started to melt, causing changes to the landscape of everyday life. Photo by

22/02/2019

The fabulous Hanging Gardens in Ubud.
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Hanging Gardens is a luxurious 5 star resort located right in the middle of a rainforest preserve in Ubud, and probably the most romantic place in Bali.
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The resort is about a 30-minute drive from Ubud’s town center. There’s no need to worry about the crowds. If a guest wants to visit the town center, there’s a complimentary shuttle a few times a day.
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The hotel offers only private villas and is without a doubt one of the world’s most striking and romantic settings for weddings, events, ceremonies, and honeymoons. Each villa offers privacy and luxury with its own infinity pool. Depending on the type of segment you choose you can get a view of the river, temple, or jungle.
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The resort also offers a spa, bar, restaurants, and the best (or maybe I should say the most well-known) part of the hotel: twin-tiered infinity pools.
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22/02/2019

Al Maha Desert.
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There are only 113 hotels in the world that are a part of ‘The Luxury Collection’, out of which only 3 are based in the United Arab Emirates. Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa is one of them.
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Al Maha does not scream ‘luxury’ via leather sofas or Swarovski chandeliers, but by showcasing the heritage of the Bedouins by its phenomenal architecture and interiors
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Al Maha Desert Resort even has a private desert event site. It is situated a few kilometers away from the hotel and can be booked for any sort of event (even weddings) as it can cater to/hold up to 300 guests.
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Although Al Maha Desert Resort is located in Dubai, it is a 55 minute drive from Burj Khalifa.
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20/02/2019

A true Icelandic fantasy on the famous Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon.
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The Glacier Lagoon Iceland is one of the most awesome natural wonders of the world. People are blown away by the stunning vastness and unique beauty as majestic icebergs make their way through the enormous lagoon to the Atlantic Ocean. The glistening blue/white icebergs washed up on the black, Diamond Beach are mind-blowing. Many of these icy beauties go straight out into the salty Atlantic waves.
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16/02/2019

The iconic rooftop Vertigo & Moon Bar courtesy.
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Vertigo offers an al fresco dining experience set atop a roof terrace overlooking the glittering cityscape of Bangkok – a grill-and-bar experience that is Asia's first. Dine on fork-tender seafood and premium steaks while feasting your eyes on the city's vast skyline.
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Moon Bar puts you at ease in an informal setting 61 floors above the city and offers premium drinks, such as the classic Vertigo Sunset, a melody of pineapple, cranberry and lime juices blended with just the right amount of Malibu.
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11/02/2019

Giraffe Manor is owned by The Safari Collection and is an exclusive boutique hotel, set in 12 acres of private land within 140 acres of indigenous forest in the Langata suburb of Nairobi.

As one of Nairobi’s most iconic buildings, Giraffe Manor has extraordinary appeal, that harks back to the 1930s when European visitors first flocked to East Africa to enjoy safaris.

With its stately façade, elegant interior, verdant green gardens, sunny terraces and delightful courtyards, guests often remark that it’s like walking into the film Out of Africa: indeed, one of its twelve rooms is named after the author Karen Blixen.

However, the most fascinating thing about Giraffe Manor is its herd of resident Rothschild giraffe who may visit morning and evening, sometimes poking their long necks into the windows in the hope of a treat, before retreating to their forest sanctuary.

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09/02/2019

Four Seasons Resort located in the tropical settings of Ubud, in Bali, Indonesia.
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07/02/2019

Lancaster Hotel 🔥
Bangkok, Thailand.
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06/02/2019

Stunning architecture of Restaurant Le Train Bleu 👌🏼
Paris, France.
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05/02/2019

🏨 Exclusively located in a private cove on Motu To'opua, Conrad Bora Bora Nui enjoys vast blue ocean views and a white sand beach.
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17/01/2019

The mystic Burg Eltz, a castle 96 kilometers west of Frankfurt.
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What will you discover in this fairytale castle?
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P.S. Have you ever been there?

15/01/2019

Icelandic is beset with so many mountain ranges that the most diligent of mountaineers could be kept busy for a number of lifetimes. Even the capital is surrounded by a remarkable variety of peaks and a twenty-minute drive can take you away from the city and onto a hiking trail.
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The many mountains in Iceland, their accessibility and general proximity to civilisation make Iceland a hiker's paradise which offers endless options varying in difficulty, length, and height. Across the country, a diverse number of guided mountain tours are available for experienced and novice mountaineers alike, and whether you venture to the top for magnificent views or simply decide to take in the landscape from the bottom, you are bound to be amazed.
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Fjaðrárgljúfur is a canyon in south east Iceland which is up to 100 m deep and about 2 kilometres long, with the Fjaðrá river flowing through it.
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14/01/2019

The hotel celebrates its 15th anniversary with a “limited offer” of 44,460 euros for two nights.

10/01/2019

Have you ever visited Greece? 🇬🇷
📍Mílos, Kikladhes, Greece
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08/01/2019

Winter in the Swiss Alps.🇨🇭
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The Villa Cassel is typical of many 19th century luxury homes which line the shores of Lake Geneva. But the Villa Cassel is far removed from any of them. It sits on top of a mountain ridge overlooking the Alps' longest glacier.
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First-time skiers to the Aletsch region in canton Valais have been known to freeze in their tracks when they first lay eyes upon the four-storey villa. With its copper roof, turrets and ornate façade, it's a striking image, but it seems somehow out of place, perched as it is on top of the Riederfurka, a narrow ridge more than 2,000 metres above sea level.
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06/01/2019

The Cronulla Rock Pools are a much loved swimming location for residents and visitors alike.
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Located on a rocky platform between Cronulla Beach and North Cronulla Beach, North Cronulla rock pool is the northernmost of two ocean baths in Cronulla. North Cronulla rock pool is the smaller of the two pools and, at low tide, is shallow enough to wade through, making it ideal for those looking for a relaxed dip rather than a swim.
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Cronulla Rock Pool South is an Olympic sized tidal pool adjacent to the Esplanade. The pool was designed to naturally flush by the action of tide and wave overtopping the seawall to maintain water quality.
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04/01/2019

Holiday decor in New York 🎁
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Do you agree that Cartier got the prettiest Christmas decorations? 😄❤️
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02/01/2019

Secluded on a sandy stretch at the Sea of Cortes’s edge, the adults-only haven of Marquis Los Cabos takes leisure to the luxe with inescapable oceanfront views from all 235 private-balconied suites and pristine, palm-tree laden grounds.
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Not one but two dazzling crescent-shaped infinity pools spill into Cabo’s dreamy coastline, delivering a magnificent blur of turquoise-meets-azure. For unrivaled vistas, swim to the submerged seats on the rim for a front row panorama of endless sparkling seas and crashing surf. It’s the perfect spot to catch the lively play of dolphins, whales and flying rays.
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31/12/2018

Finolhu, Maldives.
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Leonardo DiCaprio, Paris Hilton and Robin Thicke.. just a few of the famous names who have visited Finolhu. Unlike many other places in the Maldives, the resort is known for their party island vibes
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29/12/2018

The hotel on the Riffelberg was the first to be built at such an altitude, as well as only the second of Zermatt’s hotels to open.
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Under the leadership of the parish priest, Joseph Ruden, three Zermatt residents acquired a piece of land on the Riffelberg from the municipality of Zermatt, and in 1854 built a small guest house with 18 beds.
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However, construction at an altitude of 2,566 m proved difficult and costly. The builders had to use mules to transport wood from Riffelalp and everything else from Zermatt.
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Many local people happily predicted the scheme would end in ruin. But they were wrong. For the first time, a hotel built far from civilisation matched the mood of the times.
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As the pace of industrialisation accelerated, members of the upper classes were eager to escape and discover pristine nature. In fact, the Riffelhaus, built in the shadow of the mightiest mountains in the Alps, was to usher in the golden age of alpinism.
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Already in its second year (1855), it served as the base for the ascent of Switzerland’s highest summit, the Dufourspitze.
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To avoid jealousy, the three owners sold their guest house (1862) to the municipality of Zermatt. Not to make themselves rich, but to show that the future of the poor village lay in tourism. In 1982, the whole hotel underwent renovation; it now has 60 beds.
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27/12/2018

The locale for Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol" can’t possibly go wrong when it comes to celebrating this festive season.
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London at Christmas has officially made it on to every traveller's bucket list, do you agree?
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24/12/2018

The construction of the Duomo di Milano initiated in 1386 on the site of the ancient basilicas of Santa Tecla and Santa Maria Maggiore, which were then demolished at a later date. Dedicated to Maria Nascente, the cathedral was commissioned by Gian Galeazzo Visconti and had a dual purpose: the plan was to replace the sites of worship in the heart of Milan with an imposing edifice and it was also intended to celebrate the Visconti Signoria and its ambitious expansion policy.

It is the largest and most complex Gothic building in Italy, made of pink-veined white marble from the Candoglia quarries, in the Val d'Ossola. It is 157 metres in length and covers an area of 11,700 m2. The highest spire measures 108.5 and, in October 1774, the golden 4,16 metre-high statue of the Madonna by the sculptor Giuseppe Perego was placed on its pinnacle.

The construction works were prolonged over five centuries and, during this extensive period, local and European architects, sculptors, artists and workers all proceeded in turn to work in the Fabbrica del Duomo. The result of all their labour is a unique style of architecture, a fusion of European Gothic style and Lombard tradition.

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21/12/2018

Perfect breakfast with a view 🥂
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The Swiss Alps offer a plethora of activity from skiing and snowboarding to hiking and trekking, so make the most of the mountains while in Switzerland!
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The Matterhorn offers some of the best skiing in the world (and some of the best views!), so bust out your skis or snowboard and challenge yourself. If you like to hike, head to the city of Lucerne and take on Mount Pilatus. The trails up to the top may be tough but the breathtaking views of the alps when you reach the peak are more than rewarding.

20/12/2018

Where is the best view of Golden Gate Bridge?
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The iconic span that bridges the Golden Gate Strait can be enjoyed from many points throughout San Francisco and Marin County.
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1. Fort Point National Historic Site.
2. Baker Beach.
3. Fort Baker.
4. Crissy Field.
5. Battery East Vista.
6. Lands End.
7. Golden Gate Overlook.
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19/12/2018

Without a doubt, Yosemite National Park is one of the most beautiful destinations in The United States.
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Covering almost 750,000 acres, 95% of which is designated “wilderness,” Yosemite is a nature-lover’s paradise. Between the glittering streams, the thousand-year-old trees, and the otherworldly rock formations and cliffs, Yosemite‘s beauty will linger with you for long after your visit ends.
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While the park is open 24 hours a day all year round, what time of year you visit Yosemite completely depends on your expectations and in which activities you plan on partaking.
If you love the heat and envision yourself splashing in one of Yosemite’s many streams while licking an ice cream cone, then visit in July or August.
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However, because Yosemite’s tourist high season lands in the summertime, if you want to escape the crowds while still enjoying the waterfalls and some hiking, consider May-June or September.
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If winter activities are more your thing, then keep an eye on when Yosemite’s Badger Pass Ski Area opens in mid-December.
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17/12/2018

A visit of Dubai wouldn't be complete without experiencing a rooftop view over its skyline ! This is definitely the best way to realise how futuristic and frenzied this city is. The terrace on the 42nd floor of offers the perfect view over Downtown, especially at the end of the day when the lights turn on.
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16/12/2018

The 272 steps to Batu Caves – a famous Hindu temple site close to Kuala Lumpur – have received a rainbow coat of paint that has certainly brightened up the scene for the tourists who flock to the site to explore its incredible limestone caves and historic temples.
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15/12/2018

Strasbourg is the perfect overture to all that is idiosyncratic about Alsace – walking a fine tightrope between France and Germany and between a medieval past and a progressive future, it pulls off its act in inimitable Alsatian style.
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Strasbourg is a popular tourist destination primarily thanks to its beautifully preserved and pedestrian-friendly city centre, which can easily be explored on foot or by bicycle. Some areas however, especially around the cathedral, attract large tour groups, especially in Summer and during the Christmas holidays. They are better explored outside peak hours, in the evening or early morning.
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14/12/2018

Is it possible to visit Cambridge and not feel catapulted back in time?
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The City of Cambridge is a thriving, cosmopolitan located in southwestern Ontario. Cambridge is united by its heritage, rivers, cultures and common future.
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10/12/2018

The Sydney Opera House is one of the most recognizable buildings in the world that has achieved fame because of its unusual shape. The roof of the theater resembles either the open shell or the sail of the yacht. They say that it is precisely due to an interesting architectural solution that the building has good acoustics, which contributes to a better and brighter sound of music.
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10/12/2018

New Titanic will sail on in 2022.
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Australian billionaire Clive Palmer is building an exact copy of the cruise liner.
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The ocean liner Titanic II, which is an exact copy of the sunken one, will be launched in 2022. Clive Palmer, a businessman and politician from Australia, had long dreamed of reconstructing the Titanic. He invested in the creation of a new vessel about $ 500 million.
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It is planned to recreate the original interiors of the vessel, but equipping it with modern navigation systems and providing all security measures. A copy of the Titanic will repeat the historical route of the ship from the UK to the USA. The number of passengers is 2400 people, the crew is 900 people. During the summer months, the liner will make regular flights across the Atlantic.
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"The ship will follow the original journey, carrying passengers from Southampton to New York, but she will also circumnavigate the globe, inspiring and enchanting people while attracting unrivaled attention, intrigue and mystery in every port she visits," said Palmer in a statement.
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The project was initiated by Palmer in 2012, but was temporarily suspended after several years due to financial difficulties.

09/12/2018

African nature: the eco-resort One & Only Nyungwe House Rwanda.
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The eco-resort One & Only Nyungwe House is located on the territory of the National Park Nyungwe among tea plantations and the largest tropical forest in Africa. Each element of the resort is carefully thought out, starting with the concept of “farm to table” restaurants, ending with health and spa treatments based on African traditions and local culture.
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“We are pleased to announce the opening of One & Only Nyungwe House, Nature Resorts' second eco-resort in our collection. Our guests will be able to explore the unspoiled nature of Africa: go hiking to chimpanzee settlements, meet endangered mangobee monkeys, stroll through the majestic mahogany trees and discover exotic birds, says One & Only Resorts president and chief operating officer. “Everything that the eco-resort offers is closely connected with the surrounding nature: from dawn breakfasts and yoga classes to relaxing outdoor spa treatments and evening cocktails around the campfire.”
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Guests of One & Only Nyungwe House resort will have a wide range of programs for outdoor activities. Several hiking trails start right at the resort and lead deep into the jungle: the easiest option is the Karamba trail, which originates at the former gold mine, and the more difficult route passes through Bigugu, the highest point of the park. Among other impressions of the guests are night walks, helicopter flights, a training camp for sports in the jungle, dart throwing and archery lessons, as well as acquaintance with the secrets of collecting and preparing African tea.
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One & Only Nyungwe House Resort pays special attention to nature conservation and the support of local communities. Guests will also be able to join numerous initiatives: for example, take part in Umugande together with local residents.
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All the suites at One & Only Nyungwe House resort fit harmoniously into the natural landscape, while the modern design and design of the eco-resort is made with the participation of local artisans.
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07/12/2018

The Festival of Lights in Lyon.
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The Festival of Lights in Lyon, which attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year to the center-east of France, will present at the beginning of December an international-oriented program and will find abandoned sites in recent years.
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"It will be a very, very beautiful edition," promised the mayor of the second city of France Gérard Collomb during the presentation on Friday of a part of the installations and scenography that will be shown to the public from 6 to 9 December in the center of the city.
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"This year, there will be about 80 artistic proposals [...] that will magnify the city and sublimate its architecture and heritage," said Yann Cucherat, Deputy Mayor of Lyon in charge of major events.
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Similarly, he continued, the party continues its "opening to the world with 12 countries represented, such as Canada, Switzerland, Norway, Sweden, Hong Kong, China and others."
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On the security side, 1,400 policemen, gendarmes and soldiers will be deployed around an airtight perimeter with carefully filtered entry and exit points.
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The artistic budget of the festival, amounting to 2.6 million euros, is funded by a public / private partnership.

03/12/2018

The Ritz-Carlton announces new cruise line.
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If you love adventures this will be one of the most exclusive experiences of your life. The Ritz-Carlton has just become the first luxury hotel chain with its own cruise line and we could not be more excited. Surely, more than one will want to pack his suitcase immediately and exclaim: "All aboard!".
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The new ships of the company will be impressive super yachts of 190 meters with capacity for up to 298 passengers. Without a doubt, these ships will offer much more intimate and personal trips that you will remember forever.
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As expected, the Ritz-Carlton cruises will offer the same extraordinary hospitality quality as their hotels. "Our goal is to present the legendary Ritz-Carlton luxury yacht service to redefine ultra-luxury travel at sea," said Lisa Holladay, leader of The Ritz-Carlton's global brand.
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“The itineraries and intimate shore experiences are not only unique and forward-thinking in their design, but illustrate our commitment to providing rare opportunities to today’s luxury traveler,” said Lisa Holladay, Global Brand Leader for The Ritz-Carlton. “Combining The Ritz-Carlton’s unparalleled service with journeys created specifically to offer immersion into the culture of the destination, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection will set a new standard in sea travel and redefine the yachting experience.”
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During your trip, visitors will probably feel that they are in a marine hotel rather than a ship. The yachts will feature restaurants with Michelin-starred chefs and luxury spas to relax. As if this were not enough, first-class service and attention will make guests feel like royalty.
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