Gustav Klimt helped Vienna enjoy a record year for tourism

Viennese tourism industry announces its best year ever. Gustav Klimt helped Vienna enjoy a record year for tourism in 2012 Thanks to the events marking the 150th anniversary of the birth of painter Gustav Klimt, a key figure of Vienna’s art scene, Vienna saw a record number of overnight stays in 2012 – in total, … Read more

“Green” certified Yas Waterworld giant park opens in Abu Dhabi

1st hydromagnetic-powered tornado in the world at Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi giant park Giant Abu Dhabi water park Yas Waterworld will open on January 24. Yas island, which is already the site of a Ferrari theme park, will accommodate a huge water park with the biggest artificial waves in the world and 238 meters long … Read more

America’s Cup focused on “Summer of Sailing”

America’s Cup Event Authority to Focus on “Summer of Sailing” In an effort to retain a sharp focus on the centerpiece of sailing’s most prestigious trophy, the America’s Cup Event Authority (ACEA) will turn its full focus to San Francisco’s “Summer of Sailing,” starting with the Louis Vuitton Cup beginning July 4th and culminating with … Read more

$21.9 million ski dream home unveiled during Sundance Film Festival

Resorts West House of Luxury During Sundance Film Festival   Luxury hotelier Resorts West will host some of the world’s most influential brands during the 2013 Sundance Film Festival in an invitation-only showcase of the $21.9 million Ski Dream Home. The two-day “House of Luxury” features Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Hasselblad, Sony, Armani and other top … Read more

Serving good food at altitude: airlines with best menus

Best airlines for food lovers: Top airlines with the best long-haul in-flight dining program Pegasus, SAS and KLM win Skyscanner European Airline Food Awards   Which airlines have the best food? According to British-based travel booking site Skyscanner, KLM airline is the best airline in Europe for its long-haul, in-flight dining program. Dutch airline is followed … Read more

Top Muslim-friendly holiday destinations

Top Halal Friendly Holiday Destinations for 2013 Malaysia has been rated the world’s top Muslim-friendly holiday destination according to Singapore-based Muslim travel consultancy Crescentrating. “Top Halal Friendly Holiday Destinations for 2013” ranking has been done based on Crescentrating‘s view of it being a good holiday destination for 2013 and the level of Halal food availability, … Read more