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Dubai Tourism Flourishes
Dubai reaffirms its position as one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations as the number of visitors to Dubai reached an all time high in 2008 of 6,996,449. Dubai tourism growth continues despite the economic slowdown, although at a somewhat slower pace. It is one of the few international destinations to have an increase in the number of visitors over last year.
Dubai’s highly diversified premium tourism product, groundbreaking attractions, and world class hospitality help drive the consistent tourism growth. As a result, hotel revenues increased an impressive 15 per cent to Dh 13.4 billion in 2008.
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Larnaca, Cyprus
It is not really possible to see the whole city within a day, but you can still catch some of the main attractions if you start early and plan accordingly. The Choirokoitia settlement is one of the main places to visit in Larnaca and you can do so if you start very early in the day. The settlement will keep you occupied until lunch time when you can head back to the main city and grab some traditi...
Kepulauan Seribu (Thousand Islands)
Jakarta, Indonesia
Located north of Jakarta in the Java Sea, these stunning Kepulauan Seribu are easily accessible by speed boat from the Ancol marina. These 300 or so islands offer to an escape from the hustle and bustle of a metropolitan city. ...
ChangGyeong-gung Palace
Seoul, South Korea
It was built in 1104 for the kings of the Koryo Dynasty as a summer palace and became one of the main palaces of the Joseon Dynasty. The palace is connected to the Jongmyo Shrine which was used for sacrificial rites in the Joseon Dynasty. The palace faces east to west, instead of the usual north to south. Admission: Adults (19 to 64 years old): 1,000 won; Groups: 800; Children (7 to ...
Fontane di Trevi (Trevi Fountain)
Rome, Italy
The Trevi Fountain is the most famous of all fountains in Rome. The fountain which covers an entire wall of the Palazzo Poli, does not disappoint, is magnificent, refreshing to the eye and well-preserved.Trevi refers to the three roads that converge there. This extravagant baroque work depicts Neptune’s statue.This statue, has a famous legend attached. A person who throws a coin over his shoulde...