Abu Dhabi has been featured as one of the top ten cities in the world to visit in Lonely Planets 2010 travel guide. Lonely Planet’s “Best of Travel 2010”, released yesterday, is the travel company’s fifth publication of the annual list of best places to go and best things to do in upcoming year. Other cities in the top ten list are Charleston in the United States, Cork in Ireland, Cuenco in Ecuador, Istanbul in Turkey, Kyoto in Japan, Lecca in Italy, Sarajevo in Bosnia, Singapore, and Vancouver, Canada.
Adam Bennet, Communications Manager for Asia Pacific, described the guide as “a collection of destinations and experiences that we rate as the stuff people really should consider for next year.” The top ten countries in the Best of Travel 2010 were El Salvador, Germany, Greece, Malaysia, Morocco, Nepal, New Zealand, Portugal, Suriname, and the United States. The top ten regions were Alsace - France, Bali – Indonesia, Fernando de Noronha - Brazil, Goa, - India, Koh Kohng Conservation Corridor - Cambodia, Lake Baikal - Russia, Oaxaca - Mexico, Southern Africa, The Lake District – England, and Southwestern Australia.
Address: 110 Satpaev Akademik Street, Bostandyk, Almaty Timings: depend on football season Tickets: depend on nature and duration of match – local or international A large standard-sized soccer stadium that has a seating capacity of 32’000 spectators. It is shared by some of Almaty’s finest football clubs and hosts regular inter-city and inter-league matches. Sometimes the stadium is al...
The Gold Reef City Theme Park is a great place to have some fun. From roller coasters to a giant Ferris wheel, it has everything and is a real treat for kids! Address: Gold Reef City, Ormonde, 8km (5 miles) from city centre Telephone: +27 (0)11 248 6800 Website: http://www.goldreefcity.co.za/ Opening hours: Tues-Sun 0930-1700 ...
Address: Av Ayrton Senna 2800, Barra da Tijuca Tel: 2421 9444 Admission: adult/child US$12/14 Opening Times: 2-9pm Thu-Sun, noon-9pm Sun ‘The Enchanted Land’ features the Cabhum, a 64m, 100km/h free fall and Ressaca, a toboggan ride that goes over a waterfall. There are also other thrill rides. ...
1. Chapultepec Park: Address: Paseo de la Reforma, Centro Historico, Mexico City Phone: + 52 555230 2121 The largest natural park in the city. Serene, soothing setting, and plenty of playing space for children as you relax. Also includes the Museum of Anthropology, a treat for young learners, the city’s Zoological Gardens, and a petting zoo for children. ...