Bukhara. The name alone evokes stories from the Arabian Nights and sounds like the end of the world at the same time. But there was a time when the fifth-largest city in Uzbekistan was in fact, one of the largest trading hubs in the world. At the height of the silk road trade in the
Home to some of the world’s most intricate and exquisite architecture, Samarkand in Uzbekistan has been rising in popularity to become a real tourism hotspot. Famous for its mind-blowing Silk Road buildings, this large city is best known amongst historians for being the base for Timur’s empire. Also known as Tamerlane, Shuja-ud-din Timur was one
The biggest city in Central Asia has never received much love from the traveling community. Articles on Uzbekistan tend to focus on the country’s big hitters and more well-known destinations like Samarkand, Bukhara, or the fabled Aral Sea. Even when compared to other Central Asia cities, Tashkent is usually trailing behind the region’s big hitters;
Lisbon’s popularity with tourists continues to soar, but fortunately so does its supply of accommodation, with exciting new places opening every year. Some hotels are purpose-built, but the majority are revamped townhouses and historic buildings in and around the city centre, making your stay a memorable one and allowing you to get right in among the
Touted as a modern metropolis to rival London and packed with places of interest, Lisbon is a city that is really going places. There is a plethora of history here, with tales of everything from Roman imperialists to exotic Berber pirates, Moorish builders to fierce Reconquista knights, all wrapped up in the grand palaces and
Tourism in Portugal has been cruising on a wave of success and despite its popularity it continues to be one of the best value destinations. It has it all—a rich history, innovative art, stunning views and super friendly, laid-back locals. Visiting has also become easier since TAP Portugal, the country’s main airline. Let’s discover the
From historic buildings with centuries’ worth of stories to tell to tall skyscrapers that dominate an otherwise flat skyline, these top luxury hotels in Amsterdam guarantee you’ll always stay in style. Luxury Hotels In Amsterdam Hotel Pulitzer Amsterdam The Pulitzer sits on an attractive stretch of one of Amsterdam’s most gracious canals, five minutes’ walk
Capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi is a well-ordered, industrious city with a pretty waterside location. First inhabited by the nomadic Bani Yas tribe in 1760, the settlement remained a small fishing village until oil was discovered. The revenues transformed Abu Dhabi into the modern city of today-a bustling center of government and
Paris is famous as the city of lights where love and romance come alive. To boot, it’s also one of the most historic cities in the world, with a rich tapestry of culture and ancient monoliths that continue to mesmerise visitors to this day. Yet, it retains a modern edge that has allowed it to
London does luxury like nowhere else – and the city’s high-end hotels are the ultimate proof of that. From historic buildings to shiny new skyscrapers, this is one of the easiest cities in the world to stay in elegance and style. Here are the top luxury hotels in London. Top Luxury Hotels In London The