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Burj Al Arab
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Despite all of the hype for the world’s biggest/longest/tallest, the Burj Al Arab remains Dubai’s signature landmark. The billowing, sail-shaped 321m tall hotel was built to resemble a dhow. Perhaps the most luxurious hotel on Earth, it is known as “the world’s only seven-star hotel” (even though it’s actually just a five-star deluxe). Rooms average 8,000Dhs/night. It’s built on an artificial ...
Abu Dhabi Golf & Equestrian Club
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The Abu Dhabi Golf & Equestrian Club is situated on the former improvised golf course. The golf course is a vast field spanning a mammoth area. It is a legacy of the early British golfing pioneers of the 1960s. Created from barren desert, its lucsious greens, picturesque lakes, fountains and wild birds provide a visual treat. Other facilities include a clubhouse, bars and res...
Central Gorky Park
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Address: Eas tern end of Gogol Street, Almaty Phone: + 7 (727) 91 37 19 Timings: 10 am to 5 pm, all days of the week Tickets: 20 KZT Go straight all the way east (walk, drive, or take the bus – bus # 65, 94, & 166, and trolleybus # 1 & 12) till Gogol Street ends, and you come to the grand entrance of the Gorky Park. This is the largest park in the city. It contain...
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
Christchurch, New Zealand
The most extensive collection of kiwi birds is found at the Willowbank reserve in Christchurch. On a much smaller scale than the Onara, the Williowbank breeds most of the local animal population of the country especially kiwis. Extended tours for kiwi life and breeding are arranged for tourists who are allowed to play, feed and pet the birds as well. Multiple school programs and skits are also arr...