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Best Accommodation in Marrakech

Destinations - Ross French - August 13, 2012

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The beautiful Moroccan city of Marrakech is an exciting place to visit for a holiday. While vacation there is a magical experience, staying at its exotic hotels or renting a villa in Marrakech can be particularly delightful. When planning for a holiday to the city, one should learn more about available accommodation, from grand hotels, exotic villas to intimate riads.

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Marrakech is among the most striking and exciting holiday destinations in the world. the place has a mixture of African, Arabic, French and Berber cultures, creating compelling experience to visitors. This is a placewhere a person should visit for its charm.

When one wants to select accommodation here, he or she is spoilt for choice. It has numerous luxurious hotels and villas that provide top quality services. Magnificent hotels, expansive villas and opulent riads are the main options one can consider when visiting the city. Below are some of the best one can choose in each of the categories.

Hotels and riads

When one wants to stay in a lavish hotel, he or she will have a variety to choose from. Many of them are found in the French Quarter. This is a short distance from Medina, the old town. Nevertheless, there also exist other excellent hotels located within Medina. They provide traditional comforts found in a five-star hotel in an excellent location.

• La Mamounia: It is out standing as among the finest hotels in the city. Boasting of five restaurants and with over 200 rooms, La Mamounia is grand in scale. Its design combines conventional design with the five-star facilities one could need. This includes spa and library and swimming pool. It sets the standard for the city accommodation that is difficult to beat.

• LeJardines de la Medina: This used to be a palace. It has been converted successfully into a hotel. It has real class and elegance. It is found within a short distance from Jemma al F’na. However, it is found inside the Kasbah, and far from the finest medina’s hustle and bustle. Its beautiful gardens are its main highlights, the view from its terraces breathtaking.

• Riad Kniza: It used to a small family guest house as far as the 18th century. It has now been restored into a big, modern riad hotel. It is a short distance from main attractions of the city like Jemma El Fna square and the souks.

• Dar Charkia: It is found inside Dar el Bacha district. It has been extremely popular with tourists and holidaymakers to Marrakesh. It has luxurious interior, heated swimming pool and Moroccan-style bedrooms.

• Riad Farnattchi: It is simply stunning. It contains 9 suites guaranteeing personalized service, swimming pool and roof garden.

Marrakesh also has several villas including:

• The Villa Jardin Nomade: this is an excellent example of what the city’s villas have to offer. It is found in an orchard of olive and orange trees. It is idyllic hideaway for holidaymakers.

There are also other villas in Marrakesh providing excellent accommodation services. Staying in them could mean one is in perfect places to watch as stars from all over the world come here to show off their skills.

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Fun Things to do in Meribel

Destinations, Europe - Ross French - August 13, 2012

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Meribel which is found in France is situated at 1400 meters above sea level making it a great location for different winter sport. While looking for things to do in Meribel you could visit a travel agent who will give you a well researched list of things that can be done individually or as a family. Here are a few things to do in Meribel that might call for your attention.

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Skiing
Meribel offers the world’s most popular skiing area since it lies at the centre of three valleys giving you an unforgettable experience to explore over three hundred miles of piste within the three valleys. It has different skiing resort and you can stay in a luxury ski chalet in Meribel. There are selected areas for training those interested and they provide skiing gear at a fee. So if you are in Meribel for holiday skiing is a must.

Winter walking
Considering Meribel is covered in snow then this means most popular activities are related to snow. If you like hiking, then the three valleys offer marked hiking trails stretching further up into the trees. Since the paths are cleared after every snow fall you do not require any special equipment to maneuver. You can enjoy the natural beauty of the Alps and also the meadows not forgetting a scenic lake straight ahead of the valley.

Ice climbing
Once you get to the Alps you are not restricted to ice climbing so it’s worth a memorable try. There are guides available incase assistance is required ahead. By climbing beyond the skiing chalets you can enjoy the breathtaking waterfalls and the glaciers overlooking the falls. There are peak seasons where you can enjoy all the fun though it is advisable to have little climbing skills if you will not require a guide.

Ice karting
On the list of things to do in Meribel ice karting should be amongst since the fun involved is exhilarating. Karting space is found at the Olympic rink and this is ideal if you want to challenge your friends. Protection gear is mandatory and children under the age of ten are not allowed in the ice karting rink. You could learn a few techniques or use the few you have to beat your competitors.

Vanoise National park
This national park is famous since its the home of wildlife of the Alps that include the endangered ibex, foxes, alpine hare and snakes. This park is not fenced and it is advised to have a guide at all times. Since you will be staying at the resorts found in Meribel there are special days when the guide can show you all the stated animals without missing the rest of the fun. One could also climb in the national park and there are also closeby lakes that are great for fishing.

By choosing a tour travel company that has a variety of activities to offer is the only way you can utilize all the time you have while visiting Meribel. When you have nothing to do you can also take up bird watching since there are different species.

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Winter Wedding Travel Destinations

Destinations - Ross French - August 13, 2012

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All weddings are beautiful and winter weddings in particular are extremely romantic, intimate and cozy. However, if you wish to have a destination wedding during winters; choosing the right destination is crucial. Here are top 5 winter wedding destinations to make your big day, the most wonderful day of your life, full of warmth, love and fun.

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1. Lapland, Finland: With a beautiful scenery and North Lights glowing in the sky, Lapland weddings in winter are of the most romantic and classical kind. Lapland is actually a region in the northern parts of Finland, Sweden, Norway and also Russia. It also offers many high quality accommodation for yourself and your guests. You can even stay in a lodge or igloo!

2. Ice Hotel in Sweden: Ice hotel in Sweden is one of the most romantic and dream wedding destinations for many. Built with ice, the hotel also has a chapel, where you can take your wedding vows. The hotel has accommodation along with several other facilities to make your wedding truly unique and adventurous winter wedding.

3. Hawaiian Island: You may not necessarily want a snow capped winter wedding. Hawaiian Islands are the great warm escape for winter weddings. If you want to dodge the chilling winds and cold weather; head towards the warm, sunny and fun-filled islands in Hawaii for your big day. The tropical climate in any of the exotic islands in Hawaii will blow away your winter woos.

4. Colorado: One of the most exciting winter wedding destinations- Colorado will offer you the perfect amalgamation of old world charm with new age fun for your special day. Copper Mountain ski resort in Colorado resembles a small village, with shopping plaza, night clubs, restaurants and ski facilities. At Copper Mountain, you can make your winter wedding adventurous and fun, while keeping the romantic warmth of your wedding alive. Picturesque and extremely gorgeous, snow in Colorado will make your wedding memorable for you as well as for all your guests.

5. Lake Tahoe: A large freshwater lake, situated at Sierra Nevada- Lake Tahoe, is probably one of the most romantic wedding destinations in the United States. Take your wedding vows in one of the chapels or at any of the extremely beautiful locales of Lake Tahoe to seal the memory forever. There are plenty of accommodation options in all price ranges available for your guests to stay. You can also enjoy ski and other winter sports at Lake Tahoe after your wedding. To add up to your fun, gambling is legal in the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe. There are plenty of casinos and slot machines to provide ample engagement to your guests. Lake Tahoe is a popular wedding destination round the year, due to its unique and unparalled natural beauty. Make sure you plan your winter wedding well in advance to get the bookings. January is the coolest month in Lake Tahoe.

6. New England: English winter is not only beautiful; but is straight out of fairytales. If you are looking for a gorgeous snow theme for your winter wedding, Waitsfield Vermont or North Conway are just two of many other exotic locations in New England, offering a perfect winter wedding set up. Plan your wedding in the beginning of the year, in the month of January or February to enjoy the snowfall. Comforting fireplaces will create a picture-perfect wedding backdrop, as you walk down the aisle to be united in the Holy Matrimony. The exquisite Victorian touch will add a dash of regal appeal to the most important event of your life.

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