Paris is the capital city of France and is located in northern France. Paris is a very popular vacation spot, with over 30 million visitors per year. A few of the attractions the people go to see in Paris include a twelfth century cathedral called Notre Dame de Paris, The Napoleonic Arc de Triomphe and of course the nineteenth century Eiffel Tower. Any of these attractions would be a beautiful site to see for anybody. The cathedral Notre Dame de Paris is found on the eastern half of the Île de la Cité and is easily considered one of the best examples of French Gothic architecture. Notre Dame is translated into “Our Lady” from French. The Notre Dame was one of the first buildings in the whole world to use arc-boutant. The cathedral started being built in 1163 and was completely finished in 1250-1345. The Arc de Triomphe stands at the western end of the Champs-Élysées and honours the soldiers who fought for france, particularly in the Napoleonic Wars. The arch is over 165 ft (51 mete...

Paris, France is the home of European refinement and love.  Fashion, historical culture, and overindulgence seem to be around every turn. While there are lots of things to do in Paris, there are five attractions everyone must see at least once when they visit Paris. Built in 1889, the Eiffel Tower is the icon of Paris. It was erected as tribute to the end of the French Revolution, but today it is one of the most well-known and most recognizable buildings in the world. The magic of the Eiffel Tower can truly be felt when you venture to the top to get a spectacular view of Paris. Going to the top of the Tower right before sunset provides the best views. Please don’t try to take the stairs. You can reach the first two levels of the observation decks by foot, but why settle for that when you can ride the elevator to the very top.  Somehow the sweat and gasps for breath as you hike up the flights of stairs steals from the romantic mood of the Eiffel Tower but there are the odd ...

Sitting on the river Seine in the heart of Northern France, this capital city of 2+ million has captured the heart of the world. For its art, its culture, its fashion, and more – the reasons are too many to count for why each year hordes of travelers make their way here. The history of Paris is a dynamic one, from its humble starts as a Celtic settlement through the French Revolution and two World Wars up to its golden age as a global hub that it still enjoys today. This rich past infuses modern-day Paris, with a blending of old and new that makes it feel timeless. The Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Elysées, Notre Dame cathedral, the Basilica of the Sacré Cśur, the Panthéon, the Opéra Garnier, the Louvre, the Invalides, the Grande Arche, the Musée d'Orsay, and the Musée National d'Art Moderne, are just a few of monuments and sites that can lend any curious seeker an insight and understanding into the spirit of the city that will invariably make it come aliv...

Paris is France’s capital city and is located in the north of the country on the River Seine.  The city is known for its romantic charm and atmosphere with gorgeous outdoor cafés, the scent of freshly baked croissants filling the area and stunning residents that are clothed in the most stylish fashions.  Paris has a great history that is felt when within the city.  The city also possesses amazing architecture, style and atmosphere that make being there a pleasurable experience. Travelling There Paris has a couple of airports that make flying there an easy option.  It is also linked with excellent road and rail services.  Euroline buses run constantly to and from the city in all directions.  Ferries cross over from the UK to nearby ports for those who are looking to take there own car. Accommodation As Paris is such a large and popular city there is every type of accommodation available to suit all budgets.  The only problem with accommodation...

With so many projects already done or in process, what else can Dubai offer to people seeking to reside within its breathtaking environment? The simplest answer will be an added infrastructure and yet more advanced living, as this story seems to suggest. Dubai, the most populated city of the United Arab Emirates has awed the world with marvelous constructions, an exploding economy, Guinness records, and its ever growing desire of magnificence. But what now? With so many projects already in process, what else can Dubai offer to people seeking to reside within its breathtaking environment? The answer is simple, Dubai plans on developing its infrastructure more, plans on enhancing the experience of those residing within and those who might be visiting its territory. Besides, it looks forward to settling itself further as one of the focal points for the world’s economy. Whether you were looking forward to private accommodation, or you just had a desire of visiting and staying in one of...

Dubai, a relatively new tourist destination, is basically a desert city with excellent infrastructure and superb tourist amenities. Its liberal policies as well as its convenient location just three hours away from most Asian countries and five hours away from Europe, make Dubai very popular as a short-break destination for tourists from both countries that are looking for exciting shopping, fine dining, great partying and a host of unique sporting events. Though Dubai can get extremely humid and hot in the summer months, with temperatures touching 50 degrees Celsius from May to September, it is a great place to visit during the more pleasant months of September to April. As a prerequisite to obtaining a tourist visa to Dubai, your passport should be valid for a minimum of six months before your arrival. Individuals who intend to spend less than thirty days in the United Arab Emirates may apply for a tourist visa, whereas visit visas are issued to those who intend spending more...

Dubai is a city built for tourism all around the year with excellent hotels, resorts, shopping and places to visit. In this article you'll read a little about the top three attractions that you can visit on your Dubai holiday. Dubai Creek At the Dubai Creek visitors can take a small water taxi, called abra, allowing them to see the old trading port and the dhows from the water. The Creek is a natural sea water inlet, and it cuts through the center of the city, this is a historical part of the city. By taking a cruise to Al-Maktoum you will pass many landmarks, both historic and modern. A leisure walk round the walk will impress with a pitoresque glimpse at Dubai's trading history. Bastakiya Curious about the way people were keeping their houses cool in the days before electricity and air conditioning? Then Bastakiya is the place to visit, this district is a step back in time with it's houses cooled by wind towers. Dubai was famous for these wind towers that wer...

Dubai is located within the Gulf States and is the second largest of the United Arab Emirates. Despite being right in the center of this oil rich area, Dubai’s revenue from oil accounts for only 6% of its gross domestic product. However, Dubai is hugely innovative and successful in construction and development in various industries and is a great example of progress. Dubai has developed itself into a worldwide attraction in that it has burgeoned into a spectacular modern city from what was once a small desert port. Transport Options to Dubai As far as getting to Dubai, the vast majority of visitors from afar fly. Dubai is located in the center of the desert among the Gulf States. Therefore, it is highly recommended that flying is the chosen option for getting there. Accommodation Options Dubai is a very luxurious city and that is reflected in the hotels there. One of the most impressive is the landmark Sails hotel that stands proud at the waterfront and is a dominant...

Read about Dubai, detinations for holidays with offers of cheap flights to Dubai, shopping, attractions in Dubai etc. Dubai is the largest of the seven United Arab Emirates, among Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain. Dubai has become a magnificent tourist hub over the past few years. It is located only few hours flight from UK. There are many travel agents in UK offering cheap flights to Dubai from London with discounted rates. The mounting list of things to do and attractions in Dubai take account of an exciting nightlife, water sports, golf, desert safaris, shopping, sightseeing, sunbathing, and fantastic dining experiences. Shopping In Dubai Dubai fairly ought to have its title as the “Shopping Capital of the Middle East”. An open port with low import duties and no taxation, the city present the good deal seeker invincible value. Major brand-name goods are effortlessly available and are much less pricey in Dubai than thei...