Dubai Frame to be Among Top Global attractions

Dubai Municipality is aiming to make Dubai Frame the number one tourist attraction globally, the municipality chief Told 'Emirates24 | 7'.

"Dubai Frame will be completed this year and we are aiming to make it the number one attraction in the world," Hussain Nasser Lootah Told this website on the sidelines of the third Government Summit, qui Concluded on Wednesday.

In January, 'The Telegraph', a UK-based newspaper, listed Dubai Frame Among the world's best new attractions of 2015.

The location of the giant rectangular frame is Zabeel Park and Was Carefully Chosen to give visitors the best view of Both old and new Dubai.

The project included a 150-meter-high, 93-meter-wide structure built to being white resembles a huge picture frame, through qui Representing modern landmarks Such As Dubai Emirates Towers and Burj Khalifa can be seen on one side, while from the other side , visitors can view older parts of the city Such As Deira, Umm Harare and Karama.

This website HAD reported about que la municipality is schedule to launch new projects, avocation at Attracting 20 million tourists per year to the emirate in the run-up to the World Expo 2020.

In December 2014, Facebook listed the UAE's top 10 Most Popular destinations included qui Dubai Mall; Miracle Garden; Atlantis The Palm; Burj Khalifa; Dubai Marina; Ferrari World; Mall of the Emirates; Dubai World Trade Centre; Emirates Palace and Dubai Mall Aquarium & Underwater Zoo.

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Swedish are so in touch With Their love

he Swedish are so in touch With Their love for the sauce They Sing while toasting. And you might be Obliged to hum a tune as well once you are under the intoxicating spell of Spritmuseum. The museum delights in the spirts of Sweden, Taking guests was gratifying journey of indulgence amid a variety of lights and darks.

WHETHER gold on the rocks lukewarm, bar setting or lounging on a bench, Spritmuseum's "Sweden: Spirits of a Nation" exhibition AIMS to create a comfortable space to loosen your inhibitions. HOWEVER, ict pleasures do not end once your glass is empty. The museum 's other attractions include: "Swedish Sin" which Focuses on carnal desires and Their relationship with alcoholism as well as the Swedish culture, and "Pop Art," an introduction to the influences of pop culture.

As sultry as Amsterdam's nightlife is Known to be, fans might want to ease Their way in slowly, starting with the House of Bols. In the heart of the city's Museumsquare has boozed-up attraction Allows visitors to acclimatize Their palates to the tastes and flavors of historic Amsterdam, qui aussi includes the Dutch Genever favorite.

On the turn, more than 30 Bols liqueurs make an appearance. Skilled bartenders are more than happy to comply-with the needs of thirsty guests by concocting a signature beverage of Their Bowls choice as share of this rich booze-loving experience. And if guests want to hone A Few bartending skills to perform At Their next social gathering, Then They Can visit the Flair Booth qui HAS plenty of tricks up sleeve icts.

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Tourism in the Amazon

I agree with the suggestion of Julienzaegel, and I just added two three little teasing comments: "cruise" in the Amazon are not cruises, but boat trips ... Nuance! Comfort is rudimentary, even when taking cabs (humidity, smell ...). Meals are almost entirely composed of rice-beans-red piece of meat or fish taken in working around small wooden tables. The boat is filled with colorful hammocks crammed with people, and there is often music (sometimes very strong) late into the night. Because the boat is the only means of transport in the Amazon. This is comparable to the train here, nothing more ... It will be true, for sure!

If you want more comfort, we must then go through the services of a tourist agency ...! "tourism" in the Brazilian Amazon is not the same as Peru, Bolivia or Ecuador. There are some agencies (in Belem, Manaus ...) but you will not be bothered by colleagues (except perhaps Guyanese, including myself, traveling close ...). So no worries at this level ... A trip to the Amazon off the beaten track ... it's a trip in the forest, and the conditions are so beyond rude !!! Note laugh, it is not too concern in Brazil, as the forest is massacred ... Finally, I try to take it with humor, but it's an area that I begin to know well (several trips Macapa and Belem, multiple crossings of the Amazon, a Trans-independent, the Manaus-Porto Velho highway, etc ...) and yes, the forest is only a shadow of itself. It is reduced to green pastures ... Leaving Guyana for my first trip, I told myself: "I will see the real forest ..." Now, I have not found better than the one I had exit (Suriname, Bolivia, Peru, they have much better understood the stakes, especially tourism, and is best preserved).

In short, it will be a great trip, especially if you do not know anything about the environment, but not too much fantasy in the Brazilian Amazon.

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The beauty of the city of Sydney, Australia

The beauty of Sydney Harbour is legendary. With 4 million inhabitants, the largest city of Australia keeps a casual seaside character. The tourist heart of Sydney, is of course the Opera, all white sails billowing in the wind, and the Sydney bridge over the bay. In between, Circular Quay, dock for all ferries. Just next to the historic Rocks area where the first settlers were installed. Narrowly saved from demolition in the 1970s, its maze of ancient streets can be visited on foot. The CBD (city business district, business center) with its tall buildings, remains highly concentrated and full of shady parks. A little further away, the port of Darling Harbour is now entirely dedicated to tourism: the waterfront rub hotels, retaurants, cinemas and shopping malls. There is also the beautiful and Sydney Aquarium, terraced, Wildlife Park Wildlife World (which we prefer the Taronga Zoo on the other side of the bay, you will reach a ferry stroke). On the other side of Darling Harbour, Maritime Museum, part of the visit is free. A trip to the Fish Market in the morning or for lunch, this is a fun place to eat fresh fish or seafood. At the bottom of Darling Harbour, do not miss a walk in Chinatown and Paddy's Market where you will buy low prices shirts and souvenirs - often made in China! The area of ​​the town hall (Town Hall) is also very commercial with nice shops of Queen Victoria Building (QVB) and pedestrian arcades of Pitt Street. Side sea, it is the surfing spirit predominates. You will find all the shops Rip Curl, Quicksilver, etc. Take time to visit the beautiful beaches of Bondi Beach, Manly work on your tan, eat ice cream or feel the waves. Remember to stay between the yellow and red flags to swim: Supervised = safe swimming.

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The French city of Lyon

 QUALITY OF LIFE IN LYON

Whether you like to eat, you grow and play, Lyon will meet all your expectations. The city is renowned for its outstanding cooking, whether its many Michelin-starred restaurants, its "bouchons" very characteristic or international cuisine, well represented.

Art lovers will find also suits them. From jazz to electronic music through opera, dance and museums, Lyon will satisfy all tastes.

Sports passionnnés The guests are to follow the exploits of Olympique Lyon in football or basketball ASVEL, which are among the best French teams.

Finally, if you simply want to relax, the city houses within one of the largest parks in Europe, the Parc de la Tête d'Or. A large network of bicycle sharing system (Vélo'V) is made available to all citizens and to discover every corner of this amazing city.

LYON, CITY BUSINESS

Competitive and cosmopolitan, Lyon attracts an increasing number of companies and talent. This is explained by its strong entrepreneurial spirit, which began in the early 19esiècle and trade of silk, of which she was one of the best French and European representatives. Today, the city hosts 900 foreign-funded enterprises and is home to 82 parent companies of more than 1 000 employees, which gives it a decisional legitimacy than those of Barcelona or Manchester. With nearly 10,000 businesses started in 2006 and local policies that provide support to the 20 000 projects appearing each year, Lyon is recognized as the French city of entrepreneurship.

LOCATION

City of two rivers - the Rhone and Saone - Lyon is a place where life is good. Surrounded by some of the most famous vineyards in France and in the world - Burgundy, Beaujolais and Côtes du Rhône - the city is within two hours of the highest mountains in Europe and three from the Mediterranean coast. The railway connection at high speed (TGV) achieves Paris in less than two hours, and the Saint Exupery airport is an air hub connecting the major regional and European cities.

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Foreign tourism

According to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, international tourist arrivals reached 1 billion 138 million in 2014, an increase of 4.7% over the previous year. For 2015, UNWTO forecasts growth of 3 to 4% of international tourism, a little further consolidating the global economic recovery.

The number of international tourists (visitors who spend the night) amounted to 1 billion 138 million in 2014, or 51 million more than in 2013. This 4.7% increase reflects the fifth consecutive year of growth above average since the 2009 economic crisis.

"In recent years, tourism has proven to be a surprisingly strong and resilient economy and a sector providing an essential contribution to economic recovery, generating billions of dollars in export revenue and creating millions of jobs. This was true for many destinations around the world, particularly in Europe, a region that is struggling to recover from one of the darkest periods in its economic history, "said Secretary General of UNWTO Taleb Rifai, at the opening of the Forum in Madrid Spain on World Tourism.

From the perspective of the regions, it is the Americas (+ 7%) and Asia Pacific (+ 5%), which posted the strongest growth, while Europe (+ 4%), the Middle East (+ 4%) and Africa (2%) experienced growth rates a little more moderate. At the subregional level, North America tops (8%), followed by the Northeast Asia, South Asia, Southern Europe and Mediterranean, Europe North and the Caribbean, which have increased by 7%.

As in recent years, growth in international tourism receipts for 2014 will probably be followed closely that of arrivals (The figures for international tourism receipts for 2014 will be published in April 2015). In 2013, international tourism receipts reached 1,197 billion dollars, 230 billion more than in 2008, which preceded the onset of the crisis.

Positive outlook for 2015

According to forecasts by the World Tourism Organization, international tourist arrivals to grow by 3% to 4% in 2015. The regions where we expect the strongest growth are Asia Pacific (4 to 5% ) and the Americas (4 to 5%), followed by Europe (3 to 4%). Arrivals are expected to increase by 3 to 5% in Africa and 2 to 5% in the Middle East.

"For 2015, we expect continued demand as is improving the situation of the global economy, although many challenges still lie ahead. The positive aspect is that the price of oil fell to a level not seen since 2009. This will reduce transportation costs and boost economic growth by increasing purchasing power and consumer demand in the oil importers. However, this may also have a negative impact on some oil-exporting countries that have become major tourist source markets, "said Mr. Rifai.

Positive prospects for 2015 are confirmed by the UNWTO Confidence Index. 300 According to tourism experts consulted worldwide to establish this index, tourism numbers should be better in 2015, although the outlook is less optimistic than a year ago.

Europe consolidates its position as the most visited region in the world

Europe (+ 4%), the most visited region with over half of international tourists in the world, has received 22 million additional arrivals in 2014, for a total of 588 million. With results like these, tourism has made a major contribution to economic recovery in Europe. Northern Europe and Southern and Mediterranean Europe have driven growth (+ 7% in both cases), while the results were more modest in Western Europe (+ 2%). In Central and Eastern Europe (0%), arrivals stagnated after three years of strong growth.

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