23 Aralık 2008 Salı

Chalet Im Wieselti


Chalet Im Wieselti, near the famous ski resort of Arosa (1800m ) and Weisshorn peak (2653m), offers you both comfortable self catered accommodation and an ideal location from which to experience a wide range of winter or summer sports and outdoor activities in Switzerland.Situated in the alpine village of Langwies amongst the beautiful surroundings of the Schanfigg valley, the Chalet is ideally placed between the cosmopolitan ski resort of Arosa (15 minutes by car) and Chur the historic capital of Graubunden (20 minutes by car). The Chalet is south facing with stunning views across the valley and the famous Langwies viaduct. There is a wide variety of activities to take advantage of: Skiing SnowboardingSledgingSkatingHiking Mountain Biking Sight Seeing Fishing Golf

22 Aralık 2008 Pazartesi

The International Hotel Londra


Location. The waterfront International Hotel is located within the modern Canary Wharf Docklands business development in London, England. This property is surrounded by more than 200 shops, restaurants and riverside bars. The hotel can be accessed via an over-river pedestrian walkway located one-and-one-half blocks from the Canary Wharf Underground Station. Hotel Features. The International Hotel's lobby reflects contemporary style and is decorated in black marble, walnut-paneled walls and glass chandeliers. Cromptons French Restaurant reflects genteel atmosphere, and specializes in gourmet French fare and vintage wines. Jenny's Carvery Restaurant is a self- service restaurant that overlooks the Old Jamaican Sugar Docks. This eatery offers carving stations and selections of fruits and salads. The Overstuffed Pizzeria Restaurant serves gourmet pizzas, pastas, salads and sandwiches. The Conservatory Bar features expansive quayside-view windows. A business centre offers two terminals equipped with high-speed Internet access. Function rooms accommodate up to 550 guests. Complimentary wireless Internet access is provided in public areas. The limited-hour Spindles Health and Leisure Centre houses an indoor pool, sun beds, a spa tub, a sauna, a steam room and a split-level gym. Guestrooms. The International Hotel offers 442 guestrooms, many of which were refurbished in 2007. Renovated guestrooms reflect contemporary, neutral tones, textured walls and beige carpeting. Unrefurbished rooms feature bright ambience with patterned, poppy-coloured carpets, or mint-green patterned carpets paired with mint-hued fabrics. Marble-clad bathrooms contain granite vanities. Select rooms feature jetted tubs and bidets. Expert Tip. The 02 Dome is located one Underground stop away from the hotel at West Greenwich, and features headline entertainment that includes Justin Timberlake and Barbra Streisand. Renovation Notice:The hotel is scheduled to undergo renovations throughout the property beginning January 15, 2007. Affected areas include the bars, restaurants, guestrooms and fitness center. During this time, at least two restaurants will remain open and Spindles Health Club will remain open as refurbishments take place in one facility at a time. An estimated completion date for all renovations is not available at this time. These dates are subject to change.

18 Aralık 2008 Perşembe

SHADYSİDE INN SUİTES

Shadyside Inn Suites is different. Your idea of staying in a hotel is about to change. Our suites are not typical hotel rooms. In fact we do not have rooms; we only offer suites. Why are we different? Your suite is a fully furnished apartment with the same amenities as a hotel located in a residential neighborhood. It’s not just any neighborhood, it's Shadyside, Pittsburgh’s most quaint, trendy, and upscale urban area. Picture Boston’s Newberry Street, or New York’s East Village and you will get an idea of what the Shadyside area is like.
Imagine having your own apartment in the best location in Pittsburgh for as little as a day or for as long as a lifetime. Shadyside Inn Suites is as flexible as you need. Only going to be here for a night? Why not have your own fully equipped apartment? Need somewhere to stay for a month while your house is renovated? Shadyside Inn Suites is your answer. Looking to attend the University for only nine months? Shadyside Inn Suites can accommodate. Think this is going to cost you more than a hotel? Not even close. Our rates are lower, our suites are double the size of any hotel in the area, our parking is free, and our location is unrivaled.
Our suites are located within a block or two of some of the best dining, entertainment, and shopping in Pittsburgh. At your door are 135+ shops, 15+ restaurants and some of the best nightlife in the area. Shop in small boutiques, visit your favorite national store, and dine on cuisines from all over the world. Shadyside living is unmatched.
Stay in Shadyside and still be approximately 4 miles from Downtown Pittsburgh and the Convention Center and less than 1 mile from the following hospitals: Presbyterian, Montefiore, Magee Women's, Falk Clinic, West Penn, Children's, Shadyside Hospital, and Western Psychiatric
Within 1 mile of the Shadyside Inn Suites is The Carnegie Museum of Art, The Museum of Natural History, The University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University Chatham College, and Carlow College.
Besides coming for a visit, the best way to learn about our story is read what other people have said about us. Please click on the following links to read what the professionals have to say.

13 Aralık 2008 Cumartesi

LUXURY VİLLA


Nominee for "Best Villa in Mexico," 2007 World Travel Awards
Treat yourself to all the amenities of a six-star resort, but with the expansive space and privacy of this stunning oceanfront home. Perched high on a cliff overlooking Land’s End, where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean, Villa Peñasco offers the ultimate in natural beauty and first-class luxury.On the spacious main terrace, take in the magnificent ocean view from the jacuzzi or infinity pool as you listen to the soothing sounds of its waterfall. The terrace also features a palapa shade structure complete with an elegant bar, refrigerator, and barbecue, all perfect for outdoor entertaining.Inside, the villa offers a state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen. The scenic dining room seats 16, and fully opens to the main terrace. After dinner, relax around the large stone fireplace in the living room. When day is done, choose from five beautiful bedrooms. Each has a full marble bath, private terrace, TV, refrigerator, safe, and fabulous view.
Fortlands Point is a fabulous villa strategically located at the lookout point where Discovery Bay meets the Caribbean Sea. Two old canons still remain on the shore of this property providing testimony to the role the land of this wonderful property once played in the defense of Jamaica. The views from its peninsula are stunning of both Discovery Bay on one side and the Caribbean Sea on the other.The villa boasts seven air-conditioned bedrooms with seven en suite bathrooms, three private beaches, 270-degree ocean views, a squash court, weight room, TV room and many other amenities. The villa can accommodate up to 14 guests with a maximum of 10 adults since two of the bedrooms are only suitable for young children (trundle beds).Entrance to the villa is into a small courtyard with a pond leading to the front door. A reception/sitting area leads though to the pool deck or left to the formal dining room that seats twelve on its 100-year-old 12' mahogany heirloom table. A covered outdoor dining area adjoins the dining room as well providing charming seaside dining.The interiors are Colonial style and feature cut stone, mahogany pieces and an abundance of teak and other tropical woods as well as Italian tile and Persian rugs which complement the dramatic architecture.Textures of teak, cedar, Italian tile and Persian rugs complement the dramatic architecture. With families in mind, seven bedrooms (including two specifically for children) have been thoughtfully designed on individual split-levels. The comfortable verandah is complete with black granite bar, icemaker and television. Sunset cocktail hours here drift into leisurely long dinners under the stars on any of five open-air dining areas. Inside is the formal dining room with 100-year-old 12' mahogany heirloom table. As a special treat, the staff will serve dinner on the very point itself, followed by a seaside bonfire if you wish ~ evenings to treasure and remember.A large, comfortably furnished verandah offers a black granite bar, icemaker and TV and is a popular gathering place for guests to savor sunset cocktails.Built on four levels (one of which is an attic level), the villa offers the living room, verandah, bar with TV, outside dining areas, inside formal dining room and kitchen on the main level. All of these rooms open to the wide stone terrace, infinity style private swimming pool and hot tub. A few steps lead down to the lawn and then to the main beach on the bay beyond. Just across the lawn, steps lead down to two more private beaches on the sea.Another level features a bedroom with a custom designed mahogany king-sized bed plus a day bed. French doors lead to a furnished terrace and the lawn. This bedroom has a TV, ocean view and en-suite bathroom complete with a tub/shower combination and bidet. This bedroom is, also, wheelchair accessible via a ramped entrance and wide doorways.Another level features three additional bedrooms. One of the ocean view bedrooms features a king sized bed plus a daybed, en-suite bathroom with tub/shower combination and bidet and French doors open to a furnished balcony. Another bedroom offers ocean views, a queen sized 4-poster bed and en-suite bathroom with a tub/shower combination. Additionally on this level, there is a children's room with twin beds and en-suite bathroom with tub/shower combination.On yet another level there is the Captain's Room which offers a king sized 4 poster bed, TV, spacious en-suite bathroom complete with a double vanity, bidet and large walk in shower with two showerheads and three water jet body massagers. Additionally, the family room is located on this level and it offers ocean views, a comfortable sitting area, TV with surround-sound and balcony.On the top level there is a spacious loft bedroom under high peaked ceilings. This bedroom features a king sized bed, TV, spacious bathroom with large walk in shower with two shower heads and three water jet body massagers and a bidet. The room provides sea views from the bedroom area, bathroom and shower. Additionally, on this top level there is another children's loft bedroom with twin beds and en-suite bathroom with shower.All of the bedrooms feature remote control air-conditioners and ceiling fans. Additionally, all of the bathrooms in the villa are fitted with stainless steel Kohler fixtures.Please, also, note that the homeowner requests that guests do not smoke in the bedrooms.Other amenities include DSS TV system, sound system with music channels and a Norstar telephone system with intercoms to the bedrooms, kitchen and staff quarters.Outside, the pool deck provides ample seating beside the pool with a 'disappearing edge' and a Jacuzzi that tumbles into the pool.Additional recreational amenities include an indoor, championship, glass backed squash court and a mirrored fitness room that includes a universal weight machine and elliptical cycle.Fortlands Point is a wonderful family home and offers guests the use of two complementary port-a-cribs, one high chair and children's games. The DSS TV system includes Disney and other children's programs.Please note that the home has two German Shepherd dogs on the property that love children.Fortlands Point is an exceptional villa in an exceptional setting.

12 Aralık 2008 Cuma

VİLLA MARANDİ

Welcome to Villa Marandi and the beautiful and virgin island of Naxos.

We are ideally situated on a quiet sandy beach, overlooking the sparkling Aegean Sea and only a short distance from the main town, Hora.
Villa Marandi, created with true respect for the traditional Cycladic Architecture, offers true Greek hospitality in a friendly atmosphere.
With is own unique ambience, you will soon feel at home, a member of our large family, relaxed and having fun.
Enjoy the elegant luxury of our spacious suites and apartments, fully furnished with our own personal touch.
The large private verandas, decorated with pergolas and traditional stone walls, offer unique breathtaking views of the Aegean and the Port and Hora across the water.
Located within a natural, serene setting, in harmony with the local area , our beautiful gardens are full of local succulents. Sweet smelling flowers of vibrant colors together with shrubs such as Bouganvilla adorn the walls and secret corners of the hotel.
The pungent perfume of freshly grown herbs such as Basil, Mint, Oregano and Rosemary, used in our kitchen, fills the air. Relax by our fresh water swimming pool, enjoying cocktails, drinks and refreshments or delicious home-made snacks from our pool bar, listening to the sound of the waves lapping the shoreline.
Our wide variety of music choice, no matter what age or preference, will entertain you and is sure not to disappoint.
Our chef is always eager to prepare something special for you. Our Mediterranean Cuisine choices, focusing on fresh fish, direct from our local sources, and traditional dishes made from fresh, local products, are well known and respected throughout the island and beyond. Our extensive wine list, carefully chosen for its variety and value offers a wide choice from all over Greece .
For our young guests there is a specially designed playground and children's pool.,,,netten alıntı..,

10 Aralık 2008 Çarşamba

LUXURY YATCHS



1. WHITE HEAVEN (Charter/Motor yachts)...ccomodation for 6 guests. Savour the delicious mediterranean cuisine prepared with Italian flair by the yacht's chef . White Havens professional friendly crew are eager to welcome you on board. ...2. French Riviera, Corsica and Sardinia : 10-Day Cruise (Destinations/Itineraries)The true birth-place of private luxury yachting, still remains an irresistible area to plan your ideal cruise. Incorporating Monaco, the Côte d’Azur, Corsica, Sardinia and its satellite i3. Classic Greece : 8-Day Cruise (Destinations/Itineraries)Explore the Greek Islands aboard your yacht. Reward yourself as you experience the natural beauty of Greek Island beaches bordered by sparkling crystal clear Mediterranean waters in a world full of a4. AVELLA (Charter/Motor yachts)... Under recent new ownership, this immaculate 33.5m Azimut goes from strength to strength. The yacht provides very spacious accommodation for 8 guests in a master stateroom on the main deck;...5. DJANGO-TOO (Charter/Sailing Yachts)...responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information and/or images displayed. Yacht inventory, specifications and charter prices are subject to change without prior notice. ...6. HAIDA G (ex ROSENKAVALIER) (Charter/Motor yachts)...Various water toys TV and Hi-Fi throughout Very few yachts instill such emotive feelings as seeing the stunning 71m "HAIDA G" enter port....7. NO LIMIT (Charter/Motor yachts)...responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information and/or images displayed. Yacht inventory, specifications and charter prices are subject to change without prior notice. ...8. SEDATION II (Charter/Motor yachts)...TBC) Full scuba diving equipment and compressor (spec TBC) Outdoor cinema (spec TBC) This brand new yacht from the world acclaimed Heesen Shipyard is at the pinnacle of performance and design inn...9. SQUEAK (Charter/Motor yachts)...responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information and/or images displayed. Yacht inventory, specifications and charter prices are subject to change without prior notice. ...10. PARSIFAL III (Charter/Sailing Yachts)... complemented by natural textures and textiles that give this ultra modern yacht a warm, inviting and restful feeling. ...11. PERSEUS (Charter/Motor yachts)... In the world of motor yachting, the Falcon 100 class is deservedly a byword for stylistic and technical excellence. ...12. PANDORA (Charter/Motor yachts)...responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information and/or images displayed. Yacht inventory, specifications and charter prices are subject to change without prior notice. ...13. O'RION (Charter/Motor yachts)...) Generators: 2 x deutz 95 kW plus 1 Iveco 25 kW Electricity: 220V Ac - 24 VDC Classification: ABS A2 Yachting Service Number of guests: 12 Number of crew: 8 ...14. O'PTASIA (Charter/Motor yachts)...nslated in Greek as "vision". The Owners intentionally selected this name as they wanted the yacht to have a name that would reflect its elegance and luxury. The O'PTASIA will feature ...15. O'PARI (Charter/Motor yachts)...U Generators: 2 X 30 kW ONAN plus 1 x 20 kW ONAN Electricity: 220 V AC - 24 V Dc Classification BS A2 Yachting Service Number of guests: 12 Number of crew: 12 ...16. O'MEGA (Charter/Motor yachts)... The 83 meter Motor Yacht O'MEGA, fit to accommodate and entertain up to 32 guests in 1 Master, 1 Upper VIP, 4 ...17. O'CEANOS (Charter/Motor yachts)... The fabulous motor yacht O' Ceanos, 49 meters of excellence in engineering and design fitted with Italy's ...18. NEW CENTURY (Charter/Motor yachts)...A large Jacuzzi on top/sundeck with bar and dining facilities together with assorted toys is the perfect yacht for entertaining and outdoor activities. Accommodation for 10 guests in a large maste...19. MALTESE FALCON (Charter/Sailing Yachts)... to experience the Maltese Falcon under sail. The 88 meter clipper Maltese Falcon is the largest sailing yacht in the world and in a breeze her immense DynaRig powers her to record shattering speeds. ...20. LADY LAUREN (Charter/Sailing Yachts)...responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information and/or images displayed. Yacht inventory, specifications and charter prices are subject to change without prior notice. ...21. CHRISTINA O (Charter/Motor yachts)...one would expect in any five star hotel today. Following her refit she is one of the very few ex-private yachts that is now legally capable of international cruising with up to 36 passengers. Corporat...22. STARFIRE (Charter/Motor yachts)...agination ignite aboard Starfire ... She stands as the benchmark for comparison in the international yachting industry, a luminous example of the perfect harmony of design and technology. Its lush...23. TURAMA (Charter/Motor yachts)...guests, the MV TURAMA is especially equipped to make the most special occasion even more memorable. This yacht is uniquely designed for private cruising and is the ideal venue for special corporate ev...24. ARKTOS (Charter/Motor yachts)...ooden schooner made of teak and iroko and is one of the finest designs of Greek craftsmanship. The yacht consesist of large staterooms and the interior is very nicely decorated with fine furnish...25. ARKTOS (Charter/Sailing Yachts)...ooden schooner made of teak and iroko and is one of the finest designs of Greek craftsmanship. The yacht consesist of large staterooms and the interior is very nicely decorated with fine furnish...26. CARMEN FONTANA (Charter/Motor yachts)...rculation Internal communication and International calls access (via Satellite or Mobile) throughout the yacht Internet access available from the master study room Satellite TV, DVD player, stereo sys...27. ALEXANDER (Charter/Motor yachts)...es, the Alexander's luxurious atmosphere achieves its tradition as a truly exclusive ocean-going megayacht. Whilst the vessel has guest accommodation for up to 84 persons, due to the configuration...28. CARMEN SERENA (Charter/Motor yachts)...ion •Internal communication and International calls access (via Satellite or Mobile) throughout the yacht •Internet access available from the master study room •Satellite TV, DVD playe...29. ABILITY (Charter/Motor yachts)...illar 3512B Jacuzzi Turkish Bath * AUDIO/VISUAL * State of the art A-V systems throughout the yacht ACCOMMODATION WATER SPORTS Master suite (which has own private seaview terr...30. ALEXANDRA (Charter/Motor yachts)...wide window openings of M/Y ALEXANDRA are typical of the Benetti style and the interior is a true custom yacht achievement with the signatures of Terence Disdale for design and Alan Jones,,,alıntı,,,

6 Aralık 2008 Cumartesi

Luxury Hotels in Moscow

Opulent, extravagant, and truly luxurious What could be better than staying in one of Moscow's very finest hotels? And Moscow's finest are some of the grandest hotels in the world. Splash out and ensure that every aspect of your stay is relaxed, refined and extremely comfortable at one of these top-class luxury hotels. Thanks to our permanently discounted room rates, you may even find that the price is the first of the pleasant surprises in store for you.A prime location right next to the Bolshoi Theater and a distinctively discrete residential atmosphere put the Ararat Park Hyatt right at the top of any list of Moscow's best hotels. Add to that a superlative range of guest services including pampering spa and fitness center, impressive and extensive conferencing facilities, and four superb and varied restaurants, not to mention spacious, superbly appointed rooms in a unique contemporary style, and the Ararat Park Hyatt is guaranteed to satisfy the most discerning customer.Bringing the Kempinski brand's refined elegance and luxury to the Russian capital, the Baltschug Kempinski occupies a beautiful late 19th century building directly across the river from the Kremlin. The fantastic views of Moscow's most buildings are matched by the hotel's plush interiors and impeccable facilities including top-class fitness club and impressive conferencing facilities. Rooms and suites are soberly but sumptuously furnished and fitted, and the hotel staff have been trained to provide the very highest levels of service.The finest of the four Marriott hotels in Moscow, the Royal Aurora has modeled itself on Moscow's most famous luxury hotels, with a charming purpose-built building in full Art Nouveau style. Inside, the hotel offers sumptuous rooms and suites, a full range of luxurious 5-star facilities, and a superb range of concierge services. The hotel was also the first in Moscow to offer butler services. Located on historic Ulitsa Petrovka, one of Moscow's smartest streets, the Royal Aurora Hotel is just a short walk from Red Square and the Kremlin.
Moscow's most beautiful hotel, this glorious Art Nouveau palace has long been a byword for luxury and wealth in the city. Standing just a few steps from Red Square and opposite the Bolshoi Theatre, the Metropol Hotel was opened in 1903, served as the home of the top Bolshevik officials after the Revolution, and reopened in 1991 as Moscow's first international luxury hotel. Sumptuous rooms and suites, many furnished with antiques, are matched by superb restaurants, opulent conferencing facilities, and a full range of 5-star services. The Metropol's main pre-Revolutionary rival, the National Hotel is equally well situated directly opposite the Kremlin. It also boasts spectacular Art Nouveau facade and public spaces. Recently taken over by the Royal Le Meridien group, it has accommodation and facilities to match its rich history and impressive exterior. Fully renovated in 1995, the National Hotel has beautifully fitted guest rooms and suites, many furnished with antiques, plus a renowned restaurant, superb facilities for corporate events, and a pampering fitness center and spa.The latest addition to Moscow's 5-star hotels has gone all out to set the standard for luxury and opulence in the city. Occupying a purpose built, palatial building just a few steps from the Kremlin, the Ritz Carlton Hotel has huge, opulently appointed rooms and suites, all furnished and fitted with the finest natural materials and latest technical amenities. The Ritz Carlton also offers the most carefully thought out and exhaustive range of concierge services in Moscow, plus all the luxury business and leisure facilities you would expect from this world-renowned brand. Fully renovated in 2005, the historic Savoy Hotel, which first opened its doors in 1913, has recently become the only Russian member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World association. With only 67 guest rooms, all furnished and decorated with traditional elegance and contemporary comfort, the Savoy offers truly exclusive accommodation in the very heart of Moscow, just a short walk from the Bolshoi Theatre and Red Square. Fitness, business and dining facilities are unconstrained by the hotel's size, and are all superb.Unlike the majority of Moscow's luxury hotels, the Swissotel Krasnye Kholmy eschews traditional elegance for a thoroughly modern approach to luxury. Housed in a sleek, 34-story tower with a riverside location in the southern center of Moscow, the Swissotel, which opened in 2006, has already become a Moscow landmark. State-of-the-art room designs are matched by the superbly conceived conference and meeting spaces, and a full range of luxury business and leisure facilities. Views from higher floors are some of the best in Moscow.

4 Aralık 2008 Perşembe

Red Lion Templin's on the River

Waterfront Location In North Idaho's Natural Playground


Red Lion Templin's Hotel, located directly on the Spokane River, is nestled among the majestic mountains surrounding the quaint city of Post Falls, Idaho.Our 163 guest rooms and suites feature king or queen beds and the all the comforts of home including coffee makers, irons and hairdryers. Resort amenities include a fitness center and indoor pool, tennis and volleyball courts, a private beach and unlimited mountain and river views. Paddle or pontoon boats can be rented at our full-service marina. Seasonal cruises along the Spokane River are available on an authentic paddle-wheel boat, the WestCoast River Queen. The cruise season is from May through October, tickets are available at Ticketswest.com.Conveniently located 35 minutes from Spokane International airport, the resort offers easy access to all area attractions. The University of Idaho Research Park is just two miles away with Coeur d'Alene and the University of Idaho 12 miles east on I-90. Guests also enjoy easy access to the region’s year-round recreation that includes golfing, boating, hiking and skiing as well as biking, jogging and strolling along North Idaho’s Centennial Trail.For outstanding regional dining our award-winning Mallards Restaurant and Lounge is known for its sumptuous breakfast, lunch and dinner choices and for unsurpassed river views. During the summer, Templin’s River Grill is open daily on the river.With 11,000 square feet of river view meeting and banquet space, Red Lion Templin’s Hotel is also able to accommodate up to 750 guests for your next conference or special occasion.
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3 Aralık 2008 Çarşamba

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC VILLA RENTALS


Dominican Republic villa rentals are a great way to explore this unique Caribbean country, one where activities are boundless and a rich Spanish flavor infuses every day life. CaribbeanWay's Dominican Republic villas are set to best enjoy both, located along the best golf courses and beaches while just minutes from town.Families will love villas in the Dominican Republic for their variety and proximity to the attractions. Reunions of two to twenty can be accommodated, and Dominican Republic vacation rentals are the ideal headquarters to get together in style and comfort.
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2 Aralık 2008 Salı

Swissotel Beijing


Managed by Raffles International, Swissotel Beijing Caters to today's discerning modern business and leisure travelers. Situated in Beijing's rapidly developing commercial and diplomatic district, with easy access to the Forbidden City, the Wang Fujing Shopping District and other cultural highlights of Beijing.
Swissotel Beijing offers 430 guest rooms, a suite and office tower, three international restaurants, ball and function rooms, a business centre and a well equipped health club. Swissotel Beijing combines individual, modern and functional design with local character and renowned standards of Swiss hospitality, service efficiency and product quality.

Location
Swissotel Beijing is located on the east second ring road with direct access to Beijing subway and 30 minutes distance to Beijing International and Domestic Airport.
Rooms and Rates
Swissotel's 430 guest rooms and suites are elegantly decorated.
Extensive workstations with broadband Internet access
In-room laptop ¨C size electronic safes
In-room fax machine upon request
Non-smoking room floors
Executive floor: personalized service, complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea and cocktails, butler service, private meeting rooms and private express check-in and check-out in our exclusive Executive Lounge.
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1 Aralık 2008 Pazartesi

FERRETTI YACHTS - FERRETTI 830 (2 X 1850 MTU)


Chi sceglie un’imbarcazione usata presso di noi è guidato dalla ricerca della qualità, dell'eccellenza, dello stile. Le imbarcazioni usate che abbiamo il piacere di proporvi sono il risultato della selezione operata dai nostri Dealer di tutto il mondo e sono state organizzate secondo la lunghezza, il cantiere di appartenenza e la tipologia di yacht.Individuate il modello che più si adatta alle vostre esigenze e contattateci per approfondirne la conoscenza. Saremo lieti di mettere a vostra disposizione 35 anni di esperienza nell'industria nautica che significano sicurezza, fiducia e affidabilità. Buona navigazione....alıntı...

Evansville Plaza Hotel-Suites&Evansville Hotel Indoor Pool Area


Evansville Plaza Hotel Suites & Evansville Hotel Indoor Pool Area
Evansville Plaza Hotel Suites & Evansville Hotel Indoor Pool AreaYou will Enjoy Midwestern hospitality and affordable rates at the Evansville Plaza Hotel and Suites. For the price of one of our spacious rooms you will enjoy all that the Plaza Hotel in Evansville has to offer such as an indoor heated pool, 24-hour fitness room and complementary continental breakfast. In room amenities include: free wireless internet access, coffeemakers, hair dryers, & irons just to name a few.The Evansville Plaza Hotel & Suites is located on State Highway 41 next to the Evansville Regional Airport making it convenient to many Evansville Indiana attractions and businesses such as The University of Southern Indiana, Angel Mounds State Historic Site, Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve, Casino Aztar and many popular area restaurants. From its services and amenities to its convenient location, Plaza Hotel and Suites has something for everyone.Plaza Hotel & Suites - Affordable

Acapulco Luxury Villas


Acapulco Luxury Villas is a pioneer in the rental of luxury vacation properties in Acapulco. Founded 43 years ago, we offer unrivalled customer service and a knowledgeable staff of villa consultants who will help you select the perfect property to enjoy your luxury lifestyle in a world of privilege and privacy. We have hosted Hollywood stars, royalty, ambassadors, governors, cocktails and weddings, as well as corporate and incentive travel groups.
We offer the largest inventory of luxury villas for rent in Acapulco, with more than 100 spectacular villas and condos. Most of our properties are located in Las Brisas, an exclusive gated community with 24 hours security. Situated on 50 acres of rolling hills overlooking Acapulco Bay, Las Brisas offers spectacular views and majestic sunsets. We also offer incredible properties in the new and growing resort area of Acapulco Diamante close to the Airport, as well as in Condesa, Barra Vieja, Pichilingue and Las Playas, which was the tourist center of Acapulco during the 1950’s.
As the best known and largest villa rental company in Acapulco, we are proud members of VRMA, the international association of professional vacation rental managers.
We are the only villa rental agency in Acapulco that offers Concierge and Catering services. Just relax and let us coordinate all your daily menus and recreational activities. We can book any type of recreational activity you desire, such as yacht rentals, fishing, massage, scuba diving, mariachis, flowers, fireworks, horseback riding, restaurant reservations, discotheques, golf reservations and much more -- to make this your best vacation ever! Our Concierge unit can also arrange daily limousine service, including pick up at the airport.

LUXURY JET




Luxury Air Jets provides a full spectrum of private aviation services to people who can’t afford to waste time. We provide private jet charter flights to nearly every destination in the world on corporate jets. By using our private jet or executive jet charter services, you will avoid giant commercial airports, security lines, baggage check lines, and delayed flights. Private jet charter is with no doubt the future in private aviation. That is why we made air charter services our specialty.
AIRCRAFT CHARTER - Only Four-Hour Notice!
Among the benefits you get when you charter private jets, executive jet aircraft, or any luxury aircraft with us:
*When you charter private jets, you pay No monthly fees, No membership costs, and No long-term investment on any charter flights.
*20-30% saving on jet charter when compared to fractional program companies.
*Only four-hour notice required for all charter jet and travel arrangements.
*Access to 3,500 executive jet aircraft and helicopters in over 6,000 airports worldwide.
*The highest ARG/US certifications for all our aircraft.
*24-hour personalized concierge service monitoring all charter flights

Luxury Air Jets provides a full spectrum of private aviation services to people who can’t afford to waste time. We provide private jet charter flights to nearly every destination in the world on corporate jets. By using our private jet or executive jet charter services, you will avoid giant commercial airports, security lines, baggage check lines, and delayed flights. Private jet charter is with no doubt the future in private aviation. That is why we made air charter services our specialty.
AIRCRAFT CHARTER - Only Four-Hour Notice!
Among the benefits you get when you charter private jets, executive jet aircraft, or any luxury aircraft with us:
*When you charter private jets, you pay No monthly fees, No membership costs, and No long-term investment on any charter flights.
*20-30% saving on jet charter when compared to fractional program companies.
*Only four-hour notice required for all charter jet and travel arrangements.
*Access to 3,500 executive jet aircraft and helicopters in over 6,000 airports worldwide.
*The highest ARG/US certifications for all our aircraft.
*24-hour personalized concierge service monitoring all charter flights.
AIRCRAFT MANAGEMENT - Protect Your Investment!
Our services include:
*Aircraft Storage, Maintenance, Inspection, and Supplemental Aircraft.
*Key bi-Coastal Locations.
*Aircraft Maintenance & Inspection Monitoring to assure peak condition
*The highest approval ratings from ARG/US.
*Full Cycle Recruitment and training of professional flight crew.
*Concierge service - All our associates receive extensive professional training
*All Administrative Responsibilities - monthly accounting and financial reporting.
*Centralized Dispatching & Flight Scheduling - Dedicated 24-hour flight coordination.
*Fleet Discount Programs for aircraft parts, maintenance, and insurance.
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27 Kasım 2008 Perşembe

Tobacco Road challenges all golfers


SANFORD, N.C. – It’s that time of year, when every golfer in the frozen north is picking my brain for travel tips for warm weather golf. One of the big questions is where to play in the Pinehurst area. After all, Golftown, USA is almost as packed as Myrtle Beach when it comes to golf courses. Nevertheless, just as Bandon Dunes knocked Pebble Beach off its lofty perch as America’s greatest seaside golf venue, so too has mighty Pinehurst resort seen a serious challenge to it’s decades long rule over golf in the North Carolina sandhills region. Tobacco Road, designed by the late, great Mike Strantz, has become a must play, if not the first play when traveling to North Carolina for a golf vacation. The difficulty of the course is derived directly from the fact that – unless you’ve been to Ireland or Scotland – you’ve never seen anything like it. Nobody is better than Strantz at optical illusion and nowhere do his optical illusions invoke more trepidation, confusion or frustration in a player than at Tobacco Road. Holes look cloak-and-dagger claustrophobic from the tee. Since some tee shots are blind, players (particularly first-time visitors), are uncertain exactly where to place their shot. (Always remember – when teeing off on a Strantz hole, go over the mound in front of you, Strantz’ fairways are behind the mound.,,,alıntı,,,

25 Kasım 2008 Salı

SKİ

Kayak sporunun ilk çıkış şekli insanların karda batmamak için çeşitli ağaçlardan çeşitli şekilde parçalar yapmışlardır.Kayak Sporunun Tarihçesi 5000 yıl öncesine ait ilk kayaklar dişbudak betula ve çam ağaçlarından yapılmış olup bunların kayganlığını artırmak için çam ağacından yapılanların tabanları katranla betuladan yapılan kayaklarda deriyle kaplanmıştır. Kayak sporunun ilk ortaya çıktığı ve kullanıldığı bölgeler; Sibirya Moğolistan ve Altaylar' dır. Daha sonra Kuzey Amerika Balkanlar Anadolu ve Kuzeybatı yönünde İskandinavya ile İzlanda' ya doğru yayılmıştır.Zaman içinde gelişerek bir spor aracı olarak benimsenmesi sonucunda 1866' da Cristina' da ilk kez kayak yarışmaları düzenlenmiş bu karşılaşmaya gösterilen büyük ilgi üzerine 1879'da Oslo'da daha büyük bir organizasyon gerçekleştirilerek kayakla atlama yarışmaları yapılmıştır.Dünyadaki ilk kayak kulübü 1877'de Fridtjof Nansen'in girişimleriyle Norveç'te "Ski Club de Cristina" adıyla kurulmuş bunu 1890'da Almanya 1894'te Avusturya 1901' de Fransa ve 1903' te İngiltere'de kurulan kayak kulüpleri izlemiştir.1924' te merkezi Bern'de olan Uluslararası Kayak Federasyonu (Federation International de Ski) FIS'in kurulmasıyla birlikte kayak aynı yıl kış olimpiyatları programına dahil edilmiştir. FIS' in ilk kez 1925'te düzenlediği "Alp Disiplini" ile 1931'de düzenlediği "Alp Disiplini" yarışları günümüzde her dört yılda bir ayrı yerlerde ve birbirinden bağımsız olarak yapılmaktadır.Türkiye' de Kayak TarihçesiKayıtlara göre eski Türklerde “Çana” olarak bilinen kayak M.Ö.4000 yıllarında Baykal Gölü çevresinde karda yürüme aracı olarak kullanılmıştır.Göçlerle İskandinav ülkelerine ulaşan kayak Avrupa’da XVIII. Yüzyıldan sonra yaygınlaşmaya başlamıştır. Yurdumuzda ilk kez 1914 yılında Haliç’te bir marangoz atölyesinde yapılan çok sayıda kayak hayvan sırtında Erzurum’ a taşınmış ve Kafkas cephesinde kayakçı er yetiştirmek üzere Erzurum’ da açılan kurslarda 30 kayakçı yetiştirilmiştir.1 Ocak 1933 yılında Galatasaray Lisesi' nden bir grup öğretmen ilk kez Uludağ’ da kayak yaparak bu sporun Türkiye’ de öncülüğünü yapmışlardır.Türkiye Kayak Federasyonu aslında 1935 yılında kayak federasyonu olarak değil de “Dağcılık ve Binicilik Federasyonu” olarak kuruldu....alıntı...

23 Kasım 2008 Pazar

GOLF


Golf is a sport in which a player, using many types of clubs including a driver, a putter, and irons, hits a ball into each hole on a golf course in the lowest possible number of strokes. Golf is one of the few ball games that does not use a standardized playing area; rather, the game is played on golf "courses", each one of which has a unique design and typically consists of either 9 or 18 holes. Golf is defined in the Rules of Golf as "playing a ball with a club from the teeing ground into the hole by a stroke or successive strokes in accordance with the RulesA golf ball next to a hole.The first game of golf for which records survive was played at Bruntsfield Links, in Edinburgh, Scotland, in A.D. 1456, recorded in the archives of the Edinburgh Burgess Golfing Society, now The Royal Burgess Golfing Society. The modern game of golf spread from Scotland to England and has now become a worldwide game, with golf courses in the majority of countries.Golf competition may be played as stroke play, in which the individual with the lowest number of strokes is declared the winner, stableford points play (as devised in 1931 by Dr. Frank Stableford of the Wallasey & Royal Liverpool Golf Clubs), in which the individual with the highest points score is declared the winner, or as match play with the winner determined by whichever individual or team posts the lower score on the most individual holes during a complete round. In addition, team events such as fourball have been introduced, and these can be played using either the stroke, stableford or matchplay format. Alternative ways to play golf have also been introduced, such as miniature golf, sholf and disc golf.Golf has increasingly turned into a spectator game, with several different levels of professional and amateur tours in many regions of the world. People such as Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Lorena Ochoa, Pádraig Harrington and Annika Sörenstam have become well-recognized sports figures across the world. Sponsorship has also become a huge part of the game and players often earn more from their sponsorship contracts than they do from the game itself.Golf is a game the exact origins of which are unclear. The origin of golf is open to debate as to being Dutch[3] or Scottish. However, the most accepted golf history theory is that golf as practised today originated from Scotland in the 1100s.[4]Scholars have claimed references to a form of golf from hieroglyphs found on stone tablets dating to ancient Egyptian Pharoahs. A game somewhat similar to golf was first mentioned in Dōngxuān Records (Chinese: 東軒錄), a Chinese book of 11th century. It was also mentioned on 26 February 1297 in the Netherlands in a city called Loenen aan de Vecht. Here the Dutch played a game with a stick and leather ball. Whoever hit the ball into a target several hundreds of meters away the least number of times, won.Modern golf is considered to be a Scottish invention,as the game was mentioned in two 15th century laws prohibiting the playing of the game of gowf. Some scholars have suggested that this refers to another game which is more akin to modern shinty, hurling or field hockey than golf. A game of putting a small ball into a hole in the ground using clubs was played in 17th century Netherlands. Flourishing trade over the North Sea during the Middle Ages and early Modern Period led to much language interaction between Scots, Dutch) and other languages. There are also reports of even earlier accounts of a golf like game from continental Europe.However, these earlier games are more accurately viewed as ancestors of the game we call golf, as the fact remains that the modern game of golf we understand today originated and developed in Scotland: The first golf club memberships were formed in Scotland. The earliest permanent golf course originated there too, as did the very first written rules, as did the establishment of the 18-hole course. The first formalized tournament structures also emerged there and competitions were arranged between different Scottish cities. Over time, the modern game spread to England and from there to the rest of the world. The oldest playing golf course in the world is The Musselburgh Old Links Golf Course. Evidence has shown that golf was played here in 1672 although Mary, Queen of Scots reputedly played there in 1567.As stated, golf courses have not always had eighteen holes. The St Andrews Links occupy a narrow strip of land along the sea. As early as the 15th century, golfers at St Andrews, in Fife, established a customary route through the undulating terrain, playing to holes whose locations were dictated by topography. The course that emerged featured eleven holes, laid out end to end from the clubhouse to the far end of the property. One played the holes out, turned around, and played the holes in, for a total of 22 holes. In 1764, several of the holes were deemed too short, and were therefore combined. The number was thereby reduced from 11 to nine, so that a complete round of the links comprised 18 holes. Due to the status of St Andrews as the golf capital, all other courses chose to follow suit and the 18-hole course remains the standard today.The major changes in equipment since the 19th century have been better mowers, especially for the greens, better golf ball designs, using rubber and man-made materials since about 1900, and the introduction of the metal shaft beginning in the 1930s. Also in the 1930s the wooden golf tee was invented. In the 1970s the use of steel and then titanium to replace wood heads began, and shafts made of "graphite" (also known as carbon fiber) were introduced in the 1980s. Though wooden tees are still most popular, various designs of plastic tees have been developed in recent years, and the synthetic materials composing the modern ball continue to be developed.Golf balls are famous for "dimples". These small dips in the surface of the golf ball decrease aerodynamic drag which allows the ball to fly farther. Golf is also famous for the use of flags. These show the position of the hole to players when they make their first drive and are too far away from the hole to aim accurately. When all players in a group are within putting distance, the flag is removed by a "caddy" or a fellow competitor to allow for easier access to the hole.World popularityIn 2005 Golf Digest calculated that there were nearly 32,000 golf courses in the world, approximately half of them in the United States. The countries with most golf courses in relation to population, starting with the best endowed were: Scotland, New Zealand, Australia, Ireland, Canada, Wales, United States, Sweden, and England (countries with fewer than 500,000 people were excluded). Apart from Sweden, all of these countries have English as the majority language, but the number of courses in new territories is increasing rapidly. For example the first golf course in the People's Republic of China opened in the mid-1980s, but by 2005 there were 200 courses in that country.The professional sport was initially dominated by Scottish then English golfers, but since World War I, America has produced the greatest quantity of leading professionals. Other Commonwealth countries such as Australia and South Africa are also traditional powers in the sport. Since around the 1970s, Japan, Scandinavian and other Western European countries have produced leading players on a regular basis. The number of countries with high-class professionals continues to increase steadily, especially in East Asia. South Korea is notably strong in women's golf.[11]The last decade or so has seen a marked increase in specialised golf vacations or holidays worldwide. This demand for travel which is centered around golf has led to the development of luxury resorts which cater to golfers and feature integrated golf courses.In the United States, the number of people who play golf 25 times or more per year fell from 6.9 million in 2000 to 4.6 million in 2005, according to the National Golf Foundation. The Foundation reported a smaller decline in the number who played golf at all; it fell from 30 million to 26 million over the same period ......alıntı...

22 Kasım 2008 Cumartesi

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