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For many who live in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, it is disappointing that there are street lights that hardly ever function. This situation has residents apprehensive especially with growing security concerns in the city, reports leadership.ng
Most times, a drive around Abuja at night makes one feel no different from being in a city without any street light poles at all. It is a vast plunge into darkness.
While a few major streets do have their lights turned on at night, 90 per cent of Abuja’s streets are only navigable if your vehicle head lamps are super sharp and radiant.
And it is not uncommon to see many dilapidated taxis without a set of functioning head lamps moving around Abuja.
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“Over the past year the capital city Sofia preserved the positive trend in the field of tourism with an average annual growth of 10%,” said Dr Todor Chobanov, Deputy Mayor of Sofia, speaking at a seminar themed Sofia Municipality 2016 Draft Budget held in the mountain resort town of Bansko, reports FOCUS News Agency.
The Deputy Mayor commented further that the figures presented were valid by the end of November and were not final.
“There is an upturn trend and it will be preserved over the next years or even improved,” Mr Chobanov remarked.
“Sofia Municipality will continue working for developing further out tourist and information centres and opening new sites,” he added.
According to official data by the end of October 2015, compared with the same period in 2014, there is a 10.2% growth in the number of tourists registered in the city.
“There is 9% increase of the foreign and 11% increase of the Bulgarian tourists,” Deputy Mayor Todor Chobanov commented further.
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I løpet av årets elleve første måneder er det registrert over fire millioner overnattinger i Oslo. Det er over 300.000 flere enn i samme periode i fjor, skriver nrk.no
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An avalanche smashed into 10 houses Saturday in Longyearbyen, the main settlement and “capital” fn the remote Norwegian Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, sending eight people to the hospital and leaving several others missing, authorities said, reports Associated Press.
Authorities later confirmed that a man in his 40s had died in the Avalanche, having been found dead inside his house in the residential area hit by the massive snow masses.
The avalanche tumbled down about 11:00 a.m. from Sukkertoppen mountain, which dominates Longyearbyen. Dozens of houses at the foot of Sukkertoppen were protectively evacuated, said Tone Hertzberg, a spokeswoman for the Governor of Svalbard.
Three children were in serious condition and five adults were slightly injured by the avalanche, hospital spokeswoman Marit Einejord told The Associated Press.
Hertzberg said “it would be logical” to assume the avalanche was connected to a storm that hit the Svalbard archipelago late Friday. Local newspaper Svalbardposten said the storm, with winds up to 95 kph (60 mph), was the worst in 30 years.
“People have been taken to the hospital and there are still people unaccounted for. Right now we still have no overview of the situation. It will take hours, many hours, before we do,” Hertzberg told the AP by telephone.
About 100 people, including emergency workers and volunteers, were helping out following the avalanche. The archipelago’s hospital requested extra medical staff from the largest nearby hospital in Tromsoe, on the Norwegian mainland, and rescue teams with search dogs were on their way.
The fierce storm also ripped off a school’s roof, sending it flying onto a soccer field. The airport in Longyearbyen was closed Friday but was expected to reopen later Saturday.
Svalbard, which sits more than 800 kilometers (500 miles) north of the Norwegian mainland, is known for its stunning views of snow-covered mountains, fjords and glaciers. Located midway between continental Norway and the North Pole, the archipelago has about 2,600 residents.
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Clark has an international airport and is near a seaport, making it ideal as an alternate capital. Photo: Rockthetrend.com
The government of The Philippines plans to build an alternate capital in a former US military facility some 64 kilometers northwest of Manila as an insurance against natural disasters, reports ejinsight.com
The chosen site, Clark City, was itself damaged 24 years ago when Mount Pinatubo in Pampanga province erupted, covering the air base in ash and destroying buildings.
The Philippines is one of the worst affected countries by storms, volcanoes and other natural disasters.
“Can we allow the government to be paralyzed in case a disaster strikes Manila?” Arnel Casanova, president of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) told Bloomberg in an interview.
“We must have a facility that will allow the government to function with communications, databases, logistics.”
The government of outgoing President Benigno Aquino wants to build facilities in the area to host government agencies, the central bank and financial exchanges, the news agency said.
BCDA, the state manager of former military properties, has discussed the plan with the government agency tasked to manage disaster risk, Casanova said.
The master plan for the Clark Development has been approved by the president, including those for the alternate capital, he said.
Government agencies and the central bank were asked in September to put up business continuity centers in Clark and the BCDA is allotting about 100 hectares (247 acres) to 200 hectares for these, he said.
The stock and fixed-income exchanges and the Treasury will also be invited, he said.
Aquino has made disaster resiliency a priority, particularly after Super Typhoon Haiyan killed more than 6,000 people and destroyed an entire city in 2013.
BCDA is planning to build a 170 billion peso (US$3.6 billion), 85 kilometer railway to help connect Clark to Manila, Casanova said.
The agency could implement that via a public-private partnership deal or through a negotiated contract.
When the US military left the air base in 1991, parts of Clark Air Base were used as an economic zone, where the airport is, though most of the area remains undeveloped.
Clark has an international airport and is near Subic seaport, making it ideal as an alternate capital, Casanova said.
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Hotellet Sensatori Palacio de Isora, som ligger i Alcala, sørvest på Tenerife, er et skikkelig luksushotell der det finnes en egen sone for voksne, Red Level.
Her er det en egen butlerservice, der de hjelper deg med nystrøkne skjorter, coctails ved bassenget og mye mer, skriver Se og Hør.
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A hot culinary scene, a new wave of design-oriented boutique hotels and a blend of iconic art and architecture, along with contemporary art museums are putting Mexico City at the top of every traveler’s list for 2016. With off-season rates, affordable flights and hotel packages and average temperatures in the 70’s, this winter season is the perfect time to get away for a weekend of Mexico City art, culture, cuisine and more, for less.
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Flights to Mexico City from North American destinations are at an all-time low in the winter, with fares available at almost half the price of peak season prices. Carriers such as United Airlines, Aeromexico and JetBlue are offering nonstop flights under $300 roundtrip – with fares starting as low as $200 – from major hubs in the U.S. including Houston, Dallas, Miami, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles and Chicago.
Take an extended weekend getaway at the newly renovated Four Seasons Hotel Mexico, and enjoy the third night free when you book two nights through March 31, 2016. Travelers can find weekend rates as low as $525 plus tax per night and enjoy the refreshed look of the $14 million renovation completed this year.
This posh private residence turned 35-room property is offering a “Retreat Package” this winter for a reduced room rate of $383/night plus taxes for a minimum stay of three nights in a Deluxe room, plus exclusive added perks such as two 60-minute massages and a full Mexican breakfast daily. To book, visit www.lasalcobas.com.
It’s no secret that Mexico City has been enjoying a culinary renaissance. This year, eight restaurants were named to the Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2015 by San Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, such as number six Quintonil and number nine on the list, the famed Pujol.
In October, the executive chef behind Nicos, a landmark restaurant serving traditional Mexican-style cuisine for more than 50 years and another 50 Best Latin American Restaurant, opened his latest venture, Fonda Mayora. And, a host of sophisticated mixology bars and speakeasies are putting a Mexican spin on Prohibition era cocktails such as the latest Xaman and Hanky Panky, slated to open by 2016.
A class of artists and designers have been transforming Mexico City into an international design hub. Young designers are redefining what Mexican-made means, such as the trio behind furniture design shop La Metropolitana.
New galleries and museums are making Mexico City a treasure trove for contemporary art, with staples on the scene such as Kurimanzutto along with newcomers who are cementing the destination as one for culture seekers, like LABOR Gallery and House of Gaga. And, trendy boutique hotels are also popping up like the newly opened Hotel Carlota and art deco inspired Hippodrome Hotel in the trendy Condesa neighborhood.<!– Paragraph before: For more information, news and updates on travel to Mexico City, visit http://mxcity.mx/en/.
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Mexico City is the country’s premier tourism destination, welcoming more than 12.5 million visitors a year. The ancient capital offers a vibrant, contemporary culture that combines pre-Hispanic, Colonial and modern influences that span nearly seven centuries. With more than 150 museums and more than 180 galleries, 30 distinct archaeological and historic sites, the city is a mecca of fine art and treasures that speak to its vast history.
The Mexico City Tourism Promotion Fund (Fondo Mixto de Promocion Turistica del Distrito Federal) supports and enhances city tourism. For more information and daily updates please visit/follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/MexicoCityLive) and Twitter (@MexicoCityLive).
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Tidligere dronning, nå H.K.H.prinsesse Beatrix av Nederland (t.v.) sammen med H.M dronning Sonja, i forbindelse med åpningen av Van Gogh+Munch-utstillingen på Munch-museet i mai i år. Foto: Fredrik Varfjell NTB / Scanpix / kongehuset.no
Munch-museet på Tøyen i Oslo har passert 250.000 besøkende i år. Utstillingen med Vincent van Gogh og Edvard Munch trakk flest besøkende, skriver nrk.no
– Det begynte med Melgaard-utstillingen. Vi er faktisk blitt en snakkis, sier direktør Stein Olav Henrichsen.
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Dubai
Dubai, et av de syv emiratene i De forente arabiske emirater, er for tredje år på rad kåret til verdens beste reisemål, etter at reiselivsnæringen feiret seg selv under finalen i World Travel Awards (WTA), eller «reiselivets Oscar» som den også har blitt kalt, skriver Dagbladet.no
Årets seremoni ble holdt 12.desember på Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort i El Jadida i Marokko. Det er 22.gang arrangementet og kåringen går av stabelen.
St.Petersburg i Russland ble i høst kåret til Europas beste reisemål i den europeiske delfinalen, men ble slått av Dubai da den gjeveste prisen ble delt ut.
Andre reisemål som kjempet om tittelen var blant annet Sydney, Jamaica, New York, Rio de Janeiro, Seychellene. og Quito, hovedsteden i Ecuador.
I finalen i World Travel Awards er det kåret vinnere i en rekke «verdens beste»-kategorier.
Norwegian ble kåret til beste lavprisselskap i Europa tidligere i år, men tapte for AirAsia i verdensfinalen.
Changi International Airport i Singapore ble kåret til verdens beste flyplass.
Beste reisemål:
Verdens beste reisemål: Dubai, De forente arabiske emirater Verdens beste reisemål for storbyferie: Hong Kong Verdens beste turistattraksjon: The Strip, Las Vegas Verdens beste cruisedestinasjon: Jamaica Verdens beste stranddestinasjon: Maldivene Verdens beste øyreisemål: Madeira
Hoteller:
Verdens beste hotell: La Mamounia, Marrakech, Morokko Verdens beste luksushotell: Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, De forente arabiske emirater
Fly
Verdens beste flyplass: Changi Airport, Singapore Verdens beste flyselskap: Etihad Airways Verdens beste lavprisselskap: AirAsia Verdens beste første klasse på fly: Etihad Airways Verdens beste businessklasse på fly: Hainan Airlines Verdens beste økonomiklasse på fly: Oman Air
Bil
Verdens beste leiebilselskap: Hertz Verdens beste leiebilselskap – business: Sixt
Båt
Verdens beste cruiseskipsselskap: Royal Caribbean International Verdens beste ferjeselskap: DFDS Seaways Verdens beste elvecruiseoperatør: American Cruise Lines
Turoperatører
Verdens beste turoperatør: TUI Group Verdens beste reisebyrå: Regency Travel and Tours, Qatar Verdens beste reisebyrå på nett: Expedia
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USA og Cuba er enige om at amerikanske flyselskap skal få gjennomføre 110 tur-retur-flyvninger daglig fra USA til Cuba. Det sier en amerikansk tjenestemann til nyhetsbyrået Reuters, skriver nrk.no
