Palaces
Why Hollywood Stars Have Flocked to Switzerland’s Gstaad Palace for 60 Years | Pret-a-Reporter
A look back at the legendary Swiss retreat as its nightclub (still a Kardashian-free zone) — where Madonna, Salma and Princess Diana partied — turns 45. In 2014, Julie Andrews, who was among the first movie stars to descend on Gstaad in the 1960s, proclaimed it “the last paradise in a crazy world.” And while … Continue reading
Bantony Castle goes to govt formally
HimachalPosted at: Feb 19, 2017, 12:57 AM; last updated: Feb 19, 2017, 12:57 AM (IST)Bantony Castle goes to govt formallyMuseum, heritage zone showcasing state’s rich culture to come up on propertyReport was prepared before acquisitionThe Himachal Institute of Public Administration had prepared the Social Impact Assessment Report of the property before a decision on its … Continue reading
Mexico City travel: It’s time to give this city another chance
The magnificent Bellas Artes Palace. Picture: Mexico Tourism DEAR Mexico City residents, You deserve an apology. People are still picking on your metropolis, describing it as a “crime-ridden urban jungle”. It’s time Australians took another look. The Mexican capital is far safer than it was when crime reached its peak in 1997. It’s now considered … Continue reading
The towns along Germany’s Romantic Road | Troy Media
Wurzburg Residence View of the fountain at UNESCO World Heritage Site Wurzburg Residence, Wurzburg, Germany – Photo courtesy of Romantic Road Tourist Association Schloss (Castle) at Bad Mergentheim View of the Schloss (Castle) at Bad Mergentheim, Germany -Photo courtesy of Romantic Road Tourist Association Rococo altar at Wieskirche The amazing Rococo altar at UNESCO … … Continue reading
Perhaps Queen should offer Buckingham Palace to Parliament | Daily Mail Online
Published: 20:28 EST, 25 January 2017 | Updated: 20:48 EST, 25 January 2017 While renovation of the Palace of Westminster is debated, I’m reminded that when it burnt down in 1834 King William IV offered Buckingham Palace to Parliament. The 658 MPs – there are 650 now – would have occupied the ballroom. The king … Continue reading
13 Presidential Palaces Around the World – Photos – Condé Nast Traveler
Located in Kazakhstan’s capital city of Astana, Akorda Presidential Palace opened in 2004. The palace, which is 262 feet tall, includes a blue and gold dome topped with a spire. The structure was worked on by architects, engineers, designers, and builders from ten different countries. (View original article)
5 views of Lisbon | Toronto Star
By Todd KorolSpecial to the Star Wed., Jan. 18, 2017 LISBON, PORTUGAL-With its warm climate, intimate hilly streets and lively town squares, Lisbon has become a popular destination for Canadians. This is a city alive with tasty local food, cheap Portuguese wine and history around every corner. Not to mention all there is to see: … Continue reading
Olympics Features: JENNIFER WALKER: Top 10 Hotels in 2024 Olympic bid city Budapest
InDepth JENNIFER WALKER: Top 10 Hotels in 2024 Olympic bid city Budapest Corinthia Hotel Budapest also houses the acclaimed Royal Spa © Corinthia Hotel Budapest Hotel Moments Budapest is a blend of old world charm and contemporary design features © Hotel Moments JENNIFER WALKER in BUDAPEST / An authoritative and exclusive series from Sports Features Communications … Continue reading
Sweden’s Queen Silvia says their palace is haunted, and we feel a little spooked
While we’ve always thought it would be pretty incredible to live in a palace, we may be having second thoughts. Because we hadn’t considered some of the scary things that might be found in a really old castle. Queen Silvia of Sweden admitted that her palace is possibly haunted, and now we feel a little … Continue reading