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Romantic and Luxury Honeymoon Cruises of the World

June 18th, 2011 No comments

Romantic and Luxury Honeymoon Cruises of the World

Honeymoon plays an important role for newly weds. This is time when newly married couples share their true love, views, feeling and these are the days when they got chance to spend together far from home and from their family members. Planning for honeymoon destination is very important to make enjoyable and memorable moments of lifetime. While planning your honeymoon consider different types of honeymoon destinations, your interest, packages and rates. At present there are many travel agents and honeymoon tour booking agencies are there that offers number of honeymoon categories. Out of which honeymoon cruises bring newly weds with number of romantic and adventure honeymoon destinations. Like Disney, Bahamas, Caribbean, Tahiti, Barbados, Alaskan, Carnival and Mediterranean are some of the famous holidays destinations well known for honeymoon cruise vacation where couples can experience romantic and adventurous activities during their honeymoon.

There are many types of honeymoon available in this world like beach honeymoon, honeymoon cruises, exotic & luxury honeymoon, romantic honeymoon and many more options are there for newly wed couples that helps in planning their honeymoon destinations. In now day’s most of the newly married couples are considered honeymoon cruises as one of the best ways of having romantic and adventurous honeymoon. There are many types of honeymoon cruise lines that offer awesome romantic and adventurous activities during your honeymoon. Like silversea cruise line, seabourn cruise line and Norwegian cruise lines are some of the world famous honeymoon cruise lines that offers ships of all sizes to different honeymoon destinations of the world that comprises romantic and luxurious ships where couples get chance to explore different beautiful islands, relaxing spa treatments, a variety of excursions, onboard activities with different types of restaurants.

Honeymoon cruises are the perfect for newlyweds that prove to be one of the romantic gateways to new life. Having dream honeymoon on a cruise is one of the greatest experiences in the World. Almost all inclusive honeymoon cruises present different packages of honeymoon with different destinations and rates that offer a pack of “goodies” for the newly weds couples. Each package has its own rates and destinations like honeymoon in asia, honeymoon in canada, honeymoon in england  and lots more which you can select after concern all the costs of these different packages and select the one that best fits your budget. It is also important to compare the rates of different cruise liners and then, select the one which provides the maximum amenities and facilities at a minimum price.

Romantic and Luxury honeymoon cruises of the World” is a nice article for those newly married couple who want spent thair honeymoon cruise vacation. It give more information about honeymoon cruise lines and more.

Egypt Luxury Travel Package By Air For 9 Nights with Nile Cruise

June 17th, 2011 No comments

Egypt Luxury Travel Package By Air For 9 Nights with Nile Cruise

Article by Mariam Ahmed







Day 1: Arrive EgyptEgypt Travel Gate representative will meet you at Cairo International Airport. After that you will be transferred by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to your 5 star luxury Hotel in Cairo. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: Pyramid Sightseeing TourBreakfast then move to start your day kicking off at Memphis; the ancient capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdom. It was founded by King Menes. Proceed to the Step Pyramid at Sakkara which was designed by the architect Imhotep for his master King Zoser. Lunch at Al Ezba Restaurant. After that, move to visit the enchanting pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus at Giza. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion’s body, dates back to the time of Chephren. The tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple which belongs to the Pyramids of Chephren. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 3: Luxor / Nile CruiseTransfer to Cairo Airport for flight to Luxor where you will be met and transferred to embark your 05 star luxurious Nile Cruise. In the afternoon you will be accompanied for a wonderful tour to the East Bank of the River Nile in Luxor. Here you will see the captivating Karnak and Luxor Temples that reflect the bewitching Pharaonic history. Return to the ship for afternoon tea and dinner. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 4: Luxor SightseeingAfter breakfast transfer to the West Bank of the Nile in Luxor and visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir EL Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the ship for lunch & afternoon tea while sailing to Edfu via the Esna Lock. Dinner on board. Overnight in Edfu.

Day 5: Edfu & Kom OmboEnjoy breakfast on board before visiting Horus Temple at Edfu. Return to the ship for lunch and sail to Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, visit the temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris. Return to the ship and continue sailing to Aswan. Dinner on board. Overnight in Aswan.

Day 6: Aswan SightseeingAfter breakfast pay a visit to the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the majestic Philae Temple. Afterwards, sail aboard a felucca to visit the charming Botanical Garden. Return to the ship fr lunch. Dinner on board. Overnight in Aswan.

Day 7: Fly to CairoDisembark after breakfast, free ime in Aswan. Then you will be driven to Aswan Airport for flight to Cairo. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 8: Cairo City TourAfter breakfast, Proceed to visit the Egyptian Museum to see the treasures of Tutankhamun, among many other fascinating pharaonic artifacts. Lunch at local restaurant. Then trip to see the Hanging Church and Abu Sirga Church at Coptic Cairo. Back to the hotel and overnight.

Day 9: Free at Cairo / Optional AlexandriaFree day in Cairo or optional tour to Alexandria, the second capital of Egypt, visiting Qaitbay Citadel, built in the 15th century by Sultan Qaitbay on the spot of Alexandria ancient lighthouse. See the grand Montazah Palace, which combines Turkish and Florentine architectural styles, then move on to the new and much acclaimed Alexandria Library. Also visit the Roman cemetery cut out of the rock, the Catacombs. Lunch at local restaurant. Return to Cairo and overnight.

Day 10: Final DepartureBreakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for departure.Inclusions• All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.• Accommodation in Cairo 5 nights at 5* luxury deluxe hotel basis B.B• Accommodation on 05 star luxury deluxe Nile cruise for 04 nights basis F.B• All Sightseeing Tours privately in Cairo• All Sightseeing tours on your Nile Cruise as per itinerary• Entrance fees to all sites as indicated• Egyptologist guide through out your tours• Mineral water through out trip in Cairo and Giza• Lunch during tours in Cairo.• Domestic flight (Cairo – Luxor- Aswan – Cairo)• All service charges & taxes.Exclusions• International Airfare• Egypt entry visa• Any optional tours if requested• Any personal expenses• Entrance fees to special archaeological sites• Gratuities



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Darakum Luxury Nile River Cruise

June 14th, 2011 No comments

Darakum Luxury Nile River Cruise

Itinerary A  : Every Monday Luxor – Aswan 4 Nights

Itinerary B  : Every Friday Aswan – Luxor 3 Nights

Type         : Nile Cruise Holiday

Guide        : Professional Egyptologist Guide

Price: From  : 420 USD

 

Itinerary:-

Itinerary A :Luxor – Aswan 4 Nights Every Monday

Day 1: Arrive Luxor – Nile Cruise sights
Meet and assist by our travel REP upon arrival at Luxorairport, train station, or Luxor hotels. Then you will be transferred by private air-conditioned vehicle to board MS Darakum Nile cruise. Lunch is served a board, followed by a guided tour to visit the most famous Karnak and LuxorTemples. Back to your cruise ship for afternoon tea and dinner, overnight stay a board the cruise in Luxor.

Day 2: Luxor sightseeing

Breakfast on board the MS Darakum Nile cruise boat, followed by a guided tour to the West Bank of the Nile in Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir EL Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. Back to the cruise for lunch and an afternoon tea during sailing to Edfu. Dinner and overnight a board in Edfu.

Day 3: Edfu & Kom Ombo sightseeing

Breakfast on board the MS Darakum Nile cruise ship, then you will be taken in a guided tour to visit HorusTemple in Edfu. Back to the cruise, start sailing to Kom Ombo. Lunch on board the cruise. A guided tour to visit the temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris. Sail to Aswan, dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Aswan sightseeing

Breakfast a board the MS Darakum Nile cruise, followed by an early tour to visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the majestic Philae Temple during sailing by a small motor boat, visit the Botanical Garden. Overnight stay on board in Aswan.

Day 5: Aswan – Disembarkation

Disembarkation after breakfast aboard MS Darakum Nile cruise. transfer to Aswan airport, train station, Aswan Hotels.

Itinerary B :Aswan – Luxor 3 Nights Every Friday

Day 1: Arrive Aswan – Nile Cruise sights
Meet and assist by our travel REP at your arrival at Aswan airport, train terminal, or hotels in Aswan. Then you will be transferred by private air-conditioned vehicle to embark MS Darakum Nile cruise ship. Lunch meal is served aboard the cruise, followed by a guided tour to visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries, and the Temple of Philae. Back to the cruise ship for dinner, Overnight stay in Aswan.

Day 2: Kom Ombo – Edfu Nile Cruise sights

Breakfast on board the MS Darakum Nile cruise, start sailing to Kom Ombo to visit the Temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haeroris in Kom Ombo. Lunch is served a board the cruise, continue sailing to Edfu to visit Hours temple. Back to the cruise for afternoon tea and dinner on board and overnight in Edfu.

Day 3: Luxor – Nile Cruise sights

After breakfast onboard MS Darakum Nile cruise, sail to Luxor. Lunch is served and then you will be taken in a guided tour to the East Bank of the Nile in Luxor to visit the most famous Karnak and LuxorTemples. Return to the ship for afternoon tea, dinner and overnight stay in Luxor.

Day 4: Luxor sightseeing / Disembarkation
Disembarkation after breakfast, followed by aguided visit the West Bank of the Nile in Luxor to see the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir EL Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. From there you will then be transferred to Luxor airport, train terminal or Luxor hotels.

 

General Info:-

- Price is per person in double cabin
- Children under 2 Years FREE
- Children from 2-4.99 years FREE
- Children from 5-12 years old get discounts 50%
- Cruises offered almost available but subject to availability at time of booking and in case of overbooking we would provide similar ones with same facilities.


Price Includes:-

- Meet and greet service by our REP in arrival & departure
- Transportation by private air-conditioned Modern vehicle
- Accommodation aboard 5 star cruise ship on full board basis
- Tour to visit Karnak temple and Luxor temples
- Trip to visit Valley of the Kings, Hatshipsut temple
- Excursions to visit Edfu temple according to the cruise itinerary
- Excursions to visit Kom Ombo temple according to the cruise itinerary
- Tour to visit Philae temple, unfinished obelisk and The High Dam-
- Sailing around the Elephantine island and Botanical Gardens
- Entrance fees to the above mentioned sights between Luxor and Aswan
- Egyptologist tour guide during your excursions and cruise holiday
- Service charges and all applicable local taxes

 

Nile Cruise Info:-

MS Darakum Nile Cruise, recently launched in April 2008,72 m lenghth, one of the most luxurious vessels on the Nile. You will be assured of comfort and excellent service on your trip along the River Nile.
Ship offers 44 cabins and 8 suites. All cabins are facing the Nile & provided with large panoramic windows except the lower deck cabins.Each cabin has either two Twin beds or a King-size bed.The crew and the management on the M/S Darakum assure comfortable and enjoyable cruise on the Nile River.

MS Darakum Nile Cruise Facilities:

There is a large restaurant with a single sitting, Lounge bar, Pub, Sundeck with Swimming Pool, Mini gym, Discotheque, Gift shop
MS Darakum Nile Cruise Cabins:
Each cabin has private bathroom with bath tub & Hair Dryer, mini-bar, Satellite LCD T.V , Internal telephone, controlled air conditioning, safe deposit box & 2 Life Jackets.
Deck 4: 2 Senior Suites
Deck 3: 18 Cabins + 02 Senior Suites + 02 Panorama
Suites Deck 2: 18 Cabins + 02 Junior Suites
Deck 1: 08 Cabins

 

Contact Us:-

Website:- egyptonlinetours.com

e-mail:- Magdy@egyptonlinetours.com

Address:- 124, Haram street, Giza, Egypt

Contact Person:- Magdy Abdel Ghany

Cell Phone:- 0020162922290

 

Website:-

http://www.egyptonlinetours.com/Egypt-Nile-Cruises/index.php

 


 

Boutique Hotels: Are They Safer Than Large Chain Hotels?

October 10th, 2009 No comments
by Stefano Maranzana

Travelers constantly think about security: are they going to be safe in the hotel they have chosen? Most of the time the answer is yes. In times of turmoil, the answer is fuzzier. Are you going to be safer in a big hotel, in the city center, in the midst of all the tourist activity? Or are you going to be safer in a boutique hotel, a smaller, more personal hotel where the staff knows your name, that is off the beaten path and harder to find?

Boutique hotels are not just a mere trend, and the word has become now more familiar to the public. For those who are not sure of what a boutique hotel is, here is a short definition: Just like a “boutique” in French means a small upscale shop to differentiate it from a large department store, in the same way a boutique hotel distinguishes itself from a large chain-owned hotel by being a unique, medium to small, luxury hotel.

So why would a boutique hotel be safer than a big one?

As the Center for Hospitality Research (CHR) at Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration has shown, deluxe and upscale hotels ranked the highest for safety and security, as did those that have been newly opened or refurbished (safety-council dot org). Boutique hotels are usually a deluxe venue and most of them have been renovated very recently.

The website safetraveler dot com claims that “Due to the fairly uncontrolled access to hotels, would-be criminals can come and go relatively unnoticed”. This is might be true for bigger hotels with a constant flow of guests and visitors. Great attention is however paid to personalized service in a boutique hotel. Owing to a smaller number of guestrooms, it is easier for a boutique hotel to offer each guest a personalized approach to service. At the same time, the staff of a smaller hotel is more likely to recognize the guests and can watch out for possible intruders and suspicious behaviors.

Even if safetraveler dot com advises staying at larger hotels because “they tend to have more elaborate security systems in place,” David Maranzana, president of Epoque Hotels, recommends small boutique hotels . “If terrorism against Western targets has been identified as a threat in the site you will be visiting,” claims Maranzana, “steer clear from popular tourist spots because those are easy targets; there are often many doors and there’s always a steady flow of people coming and going. Not to mention the amount of luggage left unattended.” As boutique hotels are less crowded and more intimate, this may actually reduce the risks of being targeted.

Will staying in a boutique hotel save a life? No. Yet it is most likely safer than staying in a larger hotel in a major tourist destination. It certainly make the traveler’s vacation more interesting, offering a more intimate and hidden outlook on a city – and with less homogenization within the hotel. It’s particularly nice in larger cities that guests have been to beforehand, manifesting a glimpse of the city’s true life. With personalized, caring customer service, boutique hotels might just be the answer to staying safely and happily wherever in the world.

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Deer Valley Restaurants – A Mark Of Great Quality

June 13th, 2009 1 comment
by Robin Rutecki

Catering for one of the premium level ski resorts in the Wasatch region, Deer Valley restaurants are renowned for their quality. This is true of both service and food, as they cater for a more discerning palette, used to the delights of fine dining, and exclusivity. Such an approach settles well with the upmarket focus of the resort, offering such luxury service as ski valets and shopping boutiques.

Within the resort itself, there is a selection of three fine dining restaurants to choose from. The most respected of these is the Mariposa, which has won several top awards, and is often named as one of the best restaurants to visit in the skiing world. Only open throughout the ski season, patrons are able to enjoy both contemporary and classical dishes. Also offered are signature tasting menus, allowing the kitchen team to showcase all that is best about them. With attentive staff, exuding comprehensive knowledge about the food and its provenance, you are assured a memorable experience.

Next in the impressive list of resort restaurants is the widely acclaimed Seafood Buffet. Focusing on providing only the best quality, most sustainable seafood, customers can experience a delightful menu. The Seafood Buffet is again only open throughout the ski season, but is a favorite for both locals and visitors alike, who enjoy the slightly more relaxed environment. Many reviews are posted on the Internet promoting this restaurant, which lovers of cr?me brulee in particular would do well to take notice of.

Completing this impressive gathering is the innovative Fireside Dining restaurant. Here, each course is carefully presented from one of four fireplaces. Diners are invited to make the choice from the wide range of Alpine inspired dishes, starting with delicious homemade appetizers, and finishing with hot and cold Swiss desserts and drinks.

Whilst the restaurants within the resort are popular, and worthy of attention, it is wise not to ignore other restaurants in the surrounding area.

Possibly the most respected of these restaurants is the Goldener Hirsch Inn. An award winner on countless occasions, this offers its unique mountainside setting as just the start of the experience. Bookings for this restaurant are usually necessary, such is its reputation throughout the local, and wider culinary, communities.

Amongst the preferred venues away from the resort is The Gliterand, which offers regional cuisine. Set in a stunning mountainside location, it is the proud winner of numerous awards. Another fine dining experience, diners are greeted with an innovative and modern menu. A greater number of restaurants outside of the resort cater for more than fine dining however. This is the case with the Stew Pot restaurant, which is proving popular throughout the local community for its more homemade approach to food, with generous portions and traditional dishes.

If you are lucky enough to be vacationing in Deer Valley this ski season, you are sure to not be disappointed, with high quality restaurants at every turn. However, be sure to check out those restaurants away from the resort, particularly if you intend visiting throughout the summer.

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