F riendly, tolerant people, fascinating Ottoman cities teeming with history, magnificent mountain scenery and charming villages: Albania is a varied destination offering many pleasures.
Hikerswill love the Albanian Alps or the Tomorri massif, whilst cyclists will find a network of ancient tracks criss-crossing the country. Archaeology buffs can spend hours in the complex sites of Butrint and Byllis, history-lovers have plenty ofancient castles, Ottoman fortresses...
B ulgaria's spectacular mountains, swathe of golden beaches and vibrant cities have begun attracting hordes of eager-eyed tourists over the past few years - a dramatic change to how the country was a mere 10 years ago.
In fact, Bulgaria has been through mammoth changes in the last few years, with many of the cities and resorts undergoing construction booms galore, tempting buyers from Western Europe with relatively cheap ...
A s a Mediterranean country with a lot of wide natural areas and numerous of protected green areas with esthetical, ecological, cultural-historical and tourist-recreation values, monuments, historical towns, pleasant climate, crystals see and friendly people, Croatia can offer an enjoyable holiday. Country well developed cultural tourism, Pilgrims tourism, sports and camping tourism…. The influence of various cultures reflects on cuisine so you will be able to taste specialties such as “prsut” Dalmatian smoked ham, ...
S erbia, a country of future, situated in the heart of the Balkans. At the crossroads between the Slavonic civilization and Central Europe, Serbia represents a palette of traditions and cultures unique in Europe. No less than 26 nationalities each of them preserving its customs and its folklore, but also four great religions are present here. With its mountains with the greenish prairies, its multiple water currents cutting their wedged in valleys and the beautiful mountains, Serbia is offering a large fan of sport and tourist activities.
R omania was one of the least visited countries in Europe, till 15 years ago. Romania is a land of many genuine treasures that are waiting to be discovered. Romania is one of the large countries of Europe (the size of the United Kingdom or roughly half of France), with a population of approx. 22 million inhabitants. Along with the Romanians, Hungarians, Germans, Serbs, Turks and other minorities also live in the country. Romania features a unique familiar feeling in Eastern Europe: its language of a Latin origin, ...
L ocated in the heart of south central Europe, throughout its history, the present-day FYROM has been a crossroads for both traders and conquerors moving between the European continent and Asia Minor. Each of these transiting powers left its mark upon the region, giving rise to a rich and varied cultural and historical tradition.
Place where natural beauty and culture blend to create unique experience. In addition to its diversity, FYROM’s cultural richness is expressed ...
O ne of the oldest civilizations of the world.... Cradle of philosophy, art, architecture, politics, science, and the birthplace of the Olympic Games... Because of geographical position, Greece was a crossroad of civilizations and cultures. Truly remarkable heritage, of the material and cultural achievements is the expression of the culture of a given period. Traces of history from the passing eons, archaeological, mythological heritage and different religions are etched in every corner of Greek.
P lace where Europe meets Asia, and natural bridge between two continents… a synthesis of east and west. Country that builds on old and rich history, at the same time is a member of modern world. Turkey stretches over two continents, the Anatolian peninsula in Asia and Thrace in the Balkan in Europe. It surrounded by sea on three sides, by the Black Sea in the north, the Mediterranean in the south and the Aegean Sea in the west. he rectangular shaped country has always been a meeting point of different ...
S lovenia is the only country in Europe that combines the Alps, the Mediterranean, the Pannonian Plain and the Karst. The changing landscape is constantly surprising, time and again. You can have one eye on the sea, then look in the other direction and be surrounded by high mountains. Heading up into the forests, you can see the green plains below you. From upland meadows your view stretches into river gorges. This proximity of opposites and contrasts is a hallmark of the country. Slovenia has numerous sites ...
C yprus tucked away in the top right hand corner of the Mediterranean is so close to Europe, Asia and Africa that it rightly, claims to be a stepping stone to three continents. An island whose rich dramatic history can be traced back over nine thousand years; an island so coveted over the centuries that it has been invaded and claimed by a fascinating mixture of civilizations from near and far all of which have left their culture and shaped its character. An island whose archaeology stems from the Neolithic Age, ...
Bosnia and Herzegovina is the heart shaped land that lies in the heart of southeast Europe. It is here that eastern and western civilizations met, sometimes clashed, but more often enriched and reinforced each other throughout its long and fascinating history. Bosnia and Herzegovina is a long name for a country that measures just over 50,000 km2. Bosnia covers the north and centre of the country with its name probably derived from 'bosana', an old Indo-European word meaning water, which Bosnia has no short of.
S ituated in the south of the Adriatic, this small country has so many contrasts and so much natural beauties. On the south beautiful blue sea, and variety of beaches, coves, bays and islets, and fascinating historical towns…but on the north high Montenegrin Mountains covered by snow even in summertime, forests, diverse flora and fauna, fast mountain rivers, beautiful canyons and lakes. Explore rich historical heritage visiting historical towns, hidden monastery treasury, museums, and historical monuments.
Serbia: Kraljevo Morava Airport on trackSerbia’s newest civilian airport, Morava, located near the town of Kraljevo in Central Serbia is on track to be opened by the end of the year. Morava Airport is located on the grounds of the Ladjevci military airport base, heavily damaged during the 1999 NATO bombing. Now, the Serbian Government, Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, local authorities and USAID are investing millions into the construction of a new control tower, passenger terminal and the extension of the existing runway. The daily “Politika” reports that work is currently under way on the construction of power grids, sewerage and water systems for the new airport. This is expected to be completed by April. According to the CEO of Belgrade Airport, Velja Radosavljević, the construction of a terminal building, access roads, aprons and platforms should begin this spring. Some 22 million Euros will be spent on the project and Radosaljvević believes that the first pro... Monday, 21 February 2011 Readmore |
Hilton plans 40 hotels in Turkey by 2015; 11 in 2011 aloneSabah - Hilton Worldwide, the US-based hospitality company, will open 11 new hotels in Turkey in 2011, as part of its strategy to reach 40 hotels in the country by 2015, according to Simon Vincent, President of Hilton Europe. Hilton’s 11 new hotels will cost EUR 300 million and have a 3,000 room capacity in total. “We receive a lot of applications from real estate investors eyeing Turkey’s tourism sector,” said Vincent, adding that they are expecting an increase in occupancy rates and revenues this year. Hilton was the first of the international hotel chains to have invested in Turkey back in 1955 with Istanbul Hilton. The company aims to grow in Turkey as the country’s growth rates surpass its European peers. “The only country to have 11 new Hiltons in a single year in Europe is Turkey,” said Patrick Fitzgibbon, Hilton Senior Vice President for Europe and Africa.... Friday, 11 February 2011 Readmore |
Monarch announces new low-cost flights to Cyprus from GatwicMonarch's Airlines has just announced new low-cost flights to Paphos. The company stated that the flights were launched in direct response to customer feedback. Kevin George, Managing Director at Monarch said that the new route will 'increase the number of Monarch seats between the UK and Cyprus by 35% next Summer.' Flights to Paphos, which start from only £70.99 one way including all taxes and charges. The new cheap flights to Paphos will operate twice per week from Gatwick, Birmingham and Manchester on Wednesdays and Sundays, starting from 04 May 2011. Source; Mon... Wednesday, 9 February 2011 Readmore |
Turkey's Faik Celik Holding to develop two new Starwood hoteStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) has signed agreements with Faik Celik Turizm, a division of Faik Celik Holding, to develop two new hotels in Turkey’s culturally-charged industrial centre. The new Sheraton and Aloft hotels will inject a new range of accommodation to Bursa when they open in 2013. Located in an emerging business and upscale residential area adjacent to the Bursa New Cultural Green Park and upcoming football stadium, Sheraton Bursa and Aloft Bursa will together add more than 300 rooms to this developing city. Starwood currently operates five hotels in Turkey and plans to open two additional hotels in the country later this year. This development marks the debut of Starwood in Bursa. According to Roeland Vos, President, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Europe, Africa, and Middle East, these agreements mark exciting milestones for Starwood’s continued growth throughout Central Eastern Europe. “Reaching out to new frontiers is a focus of ... Tuesday, 8 February 2011 Readmore |
Albania establishes the Interministerial Committee for TouriAllbania’s Premier Berisha, on Saturday, called a meeting of the Council of Ministers, to discuss issues in the field of tourism and was determined to receive the commitments and duties to any Minister in anticipation of the tourist season. In view of coordinating priority cross-sectoral policies for tourism, the establishment of the Interministerial Committee for Tourism was approved. Premier said that one of the major developments of the last 6 years, was the approximate 11-fold of visitors and tourists in Albania. Stressing the fact that Albania is defined as the among the main tourist destinations on the planet for 2011, the Premier asked all ministries and other structures in the realization of maximum commitment to a standard tourist season best. In this regard, it was determined the commitment of members of the Interministerial Committee on Tourism for tracking problems and coordinate work with local authorities, in order that the whole tourist infrastructure to ... Monday, 7 February 2011 Readmore |
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The Balkans is a geopolitical and cultural region of southeastern Europe. The region takes its name from the Balkan Mountains, which run through the centre of Bulgaria into eastern Serbia. The region has a combined area of 550,000 km2 (212,000 sq mi) and a population of 55 million people.
The changes in the Balkans, also known as South Eastern Europe (SEE), are remarkable. The countries n the region - Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), Greece, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia and Turkey - are the direct route between Western Europe and Asia.
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