City of Taj  Agra ! Agra is world famous for the one of the seven wonders of world " Taj Mahal ", Agra is just 200 Kms away from National capital New Delhi. and one can reach Agra from Delhi by road in 4 hrs , by train in 3.5 hrs , There are many trains available from Delhi to Agra , Agra is easily accessible from any part of the world.

Symbol of love Taj Mahal is included in One of seven wonders, Famous Mughal Emperor ShahJahan had built Taj Mahal in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal.

Taj Mahal is world famous and  Perhaps its most popular historic monument of India, Taj Mahal is made of beautiful White Makrana Marble , Taj Mahal is situated on the banks of river Yamuna , There is a beautiful garden around Taj Mahal .

Agra Fort: Red Fort of Agra was built by the great Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D. People visit  Red fort to see  the Moti Masjid, Diwane-I-Am, Diwani-I-Khas and musanman Burj, where the Emperor Shah Jahan died in imprisonment besides jahangir's palace, Khaas Mahal and the Sheesh Mahal. Red Fort of Agra is also situated on banks of river Yamuna , and has a dry canal around the fort .

Itmad - ud daula : The Itmad -ud -daula tomb was constructed by the empress Noor Jehan  (wife of Emperor Jehangir) as a memorial to her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg ,This Tomb is beautifully ornamented with pietra dura inlay .

Chini Ka Roza : Chini ka Roza is situated just 1 kms away from , Its a tomb of Afzal Khan, the persian poet and minister at Shah Jehan's court .

Sikandara : Sikandara is tomb of great Mughal Emperor Akbar situated 12 Kms away from Agra on Agra New Delhi highway.

Radhaswamy Satsang, Dayalbagh : This beautiful memorial is dedicated to the founder of the Radhaswamy satsang and has been in the making for many years and is still work is going on.

Fatehpur Sikri : Fatehpur Sikri was built by great Emperor Akbar and Akbar Built it as his Capital but due to some problems idea didn't work out .

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The Rainmaker Group, a world leader in automated forecasting and profit optimization software and services for the hospitality industry, announces that Omni Hotels & Resorts has agreed to pilot its new GroupREV™ group forecasting and pricing software at four locations over the next two months. The four locations, chosen based on their large volume of group business and diverse mix of customer segments, are Fort Worth, Texas; San Diego, California; Washington, DC; and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

A standalone solution tailored to meet the needs of both traditional and casino hotels, GroupREV provides a scientific modeling and elasticity-based approach to solving the many longstanding challenges associated with group forecasting and pricing.

"We started developing GroupREV quite a while ago in response to demand for a group forecasting and pricing solution for hotels that caters primarily to groups and conventions and because no existing product leveraged a science-based approach," said Tammy Farley, principal of Rainmaker. "Since August 2011, our scientists and analytics teams - with the strong, collaborative support of our longtime, valued partner, Omni Hotels & Resorts - have continued to fine-tune the methodology to identify the best data and metrics to use in determining group pricing."

Although GroupREV will work with any revenue management system, for the Omni Hotels & Resorts implementation, GroupREV will be tied to Rainmaker's GuestREV revenue management system, which ties in with Omni's central reservations system. GroupREV will receive nightly extracts from Omni's sales and catering system, which is also used to manage all of Omni's group bookings. All of this information is used by GroupREV to determine optimal pricing.

Omni Hotels & Resorts, which includes 50 distinct luxury hotels and resorts in leading business gateways, meeting and leisure destinations across North America, is a natural for this new group forecasting and pricing tool. Approximately 50 percent of its revenues comes from group business; the other half from individual travelers.

"The Rainmaker team already offers us a great solution (GuestREV) for studying demand and making recommendations to help us optimize transient revenues whenever demand exists," said Lesli Reynolds, Vice President, Global Distribution & Revenue Strategy for Omni Hotels & Resorts. "Given our success with GuestREV, we welcomed the opportunity to work with Rainmaker to apply that same level of scientific and analytical expertise to our group business."

The Omni Revenue Management team studied various group pricing tools. Ultimately, the team selected Rainmaker's GroupREV based on the metrics, methodology and resulting group pricing recommendations as well as the long-term partnership with the company, which enable them to customize the tool with additional metrics useful in establishing rational pricing for their groups.

"This initiative will provide our sales leaders with a sophisticated, configurable pricing tool that will help them to quote rates with confidence based upon what's going on in their market with greater efficiency and speed," said Reynolds. "Sales managers will be able to focus the majority of their time on understanding and delivering on customer needs."

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Planning to come to Agra? You need to look for the best accommodation here. Agra is really a very enchanting place with many tourist attractions. You will have great time here only if you select a good hotel in Agra. Know now something about the place you wish to visit for your holidays before you book any Agra Hotel here.

Cuisine :
The city of TajMahal is famous for its meat dishes. Well known meat dishes are from here, which actually reflect on the Mughal Life or the Mughal Presence of this beautiful place. Mughal cuisines, saucy with milk or milky cream or rich in curd will be on the menu of big or small restaurants here. Sophistically prepared and processed.

You can find extraordinary mild dishes to the most spicy dishes and long before the dishes are served to you, you can have the distinctive aroma of whole spices

Climate in Agra
Agra has continental or tropical type of climate. Winter days are always mildly cold but at times can be foggy. Summer days can extremely be hot. The temperature may go to a level of 45° Celsius. Agra city receives maximum rainfall in its monsoon season but during monsoon season fluctuations can occur and hot and humid days can be witnessed.

Education In Agra :
Agra is now truly a place of Educational Wealth. One of the oldest universities in Agra is Agra University. It is now popularly known as Dr. B R Ambedkar University. There are many Engineering Colleges and Business Management Colleges in Agra, apart from Medical Colleges, catering to the educational needs of the people here.

Hotels In Agra :
There are many hotels here. You will certainly find your stay enjoyable. There are Mughal Architectural Elements in many of the hotels here in Agra. Classically built which rightly express the grandeur of the past Mughal Days. Most of the popular hotels here are near or around this beautiful monument of love that is Taj Mahal.

The Oberaoi Amarvillas Hotel is one famous hotel here which exhibit such presence. The Trident Agra is another famous hotel here which is in a stone's throw from the symbol of love Taj Mahal here. You will have serene ambience. Hotel Jaypee Palace Agra is considered tourist's favourite hotel here which is nearly 10 kilometres from Agra Airport. You will find true blending of modern facilities with the traditional grandeur of the Mughal Era.

Suggested hotels by Hotel Angel:

Grand Imperial Hotel, Agra

Howard Park Plaza

ITC Mughal Agra Hotel

Hotel Taj Plaza, Agra

Jaypee Palace Hotel

The Gateway Hotel, Fatehabad

Clarks Shiraz Hotel, Agra

The Oberoi Amarvillas, Agra

So if you have decided to come here and take a tour of this beautiful and historical city then we can make your stay or trip to AGRA enjoyable by helping you select a good hotel here. Book a hotel with us and enjoy your trip.

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Hotels are classified into five categories: super deluxe (five-star), deluxe (five-star), first class (four-star), second class (three-star), and third class (two-star).

Generally, a double room in super deluxe hotel costs approximately 200,000-400,000 won (use of extra services and facilities excluded); while a room in a deluxe hotel costs 150,000-250,000 won. First class hotel rate is around 100,000-150,000 won, for second class it would be 50,000-100,000 won and third class charges 30,000-100,000 won. Prices of hotels vary depending on season and location.

Hotels above deluxe class usually have fitness center, sauna, business center, restaurants and cafes. Hotels add 10% VAT and 10% service charge. The 10% VAT (hotel tax) that was lifted during special tourism periods, such as Visit Korea 2001 and the 2002 FIFA World Cup, is still currently implemented.

Top 10 Hotels in Seoul

1. Coex InterContinental Seoul
Coex InterContinental Seoul is one of the 5 star Seoul hotels which may cost more than some others, but the luxury and amenities you receive in return are incredible. Location is convenient, and there are numerous dining establishments available at the hotel.

2. Imperial Palace Hotel Seoul
This hotel is a four and a half star choice located right in the business district. It is ideal for both visitors and business individuals, and there are many amenities available. The service is exceptional and the hotel is very clean.

3. Grand Hilton Seoul
This is one of the premiere Seoul hotels, and as the Hilton name implies it is a five star luxury option. There is a convention center, meeting rooms and centers, and plenty of luxury. The price is typical for a stay of this quality.

4. Lotte World Hotel Seoul
Rated four and a half stars, Lotte World Hotel Seoul has a lot to offer at a price which is reasonable. The Executive rooms offer free breakfast and evening snack, as wll as wireless Internet and a free bus pass.

5. Grand Hyatt Seoul
This is one of the Seoul hotels which offer an amazing mountain backdrop and gorgeous scenery, combined with top quality and a lot of luxury. There are many recreational facilities as well as a business center at the hotel.

6. Grand InterContinental Seoul
If you are planning to visit Korea and want to stay in a five star hotel then the Grand InterContinental Seoul is a great choice. There are several dining choices, and the top rate service makes the price seem small.

7. The Ritz-Carlton Seoul
One of the best known Seoul hotels is the Ritz-Carlton, a name known around the world for elegance and luxury. Everything about your stay here will be perfect, with the finest quality and service imaginable.

8. JW Marriott Seoul
Although not one of the cheap Seoul Hotels, the JW Marriott Seoul is one of the top ten best in the city. A five star rating and well known name let you know what to expect here.

9. Millennium Seoul Hilton
At the Millennium Seoul Hilton the entire stay is centered on you, and your preferences and requirements. You will be pampered, and anything you could possibly need is available. This convenience and level of quality do not come without a big price though. A stay can be added with any Korea tour package.

10. Renaissance Seoul Hotel
This is one of the top Seoul hotels which have a very convenient location, right in the entertainment district and close to transportation. It is a top choice for travelers on both business and pleasure.

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Hotel Sandos Playacar is a 5-star luxury resort sitting on the edge of a beautiful white-sand beach in the heart of the Riviera Maya. This all inclusive resort is a quick 45 minute drive from Cancun International Airport and just minutes from the picturesque tourist village of Playa del Carmen and its two mile long shopping district known as Quintana Avenida (Fifth Avenue).

In 2006 the Hotel Sandos Playacar Beach Resort was awarded the 2006 Traveler's Choice Award for 10 Best Hotels for Families in Latin America/Caribbean. It also received the Apple Vacations Golden Apple Award in 2011 for its standard of quality, service and value. If you choose to vacation here you will soon see why this resort, in the heart of the ancient Mayan civilization, is rated so high.

Hotel Sandos Playacar boasts 120 Hacienda Junior Suites and 244 air conditioned rooms that are split up into three sections; Sandos Beach, Sandos Haciendas and Sandos Riviera. These three sections are further divided into 3 types of rooms; Ocean View, Family and Adults Only. By dividing their accommodations in this manner this resort is able to cater to just about anyone. It's the perfect place for families looking for fun and couples seeking a quiet romantic getaway.

For families a Playa del Carmen vacation is a fun and exciting experience. The staff at the Hotel Sandos Playacar will provide hours of fun for children of all ages with age specific games, activities and entertainment. There are also pool and beach activities for the whole family that include friendly competitions that will be sure to keep the whole family entertained.


For adults and couples looking for a romantic excursion the Riviera Select Club Adults Only is the perfect choice. It offers a secluded area within the resort property dedicated to adults. The rooms are all suites with spacious living areas and Jacuzzi tubs. To gain access to this area an adult guest must possess a VIP bracelet. There is also a private adult only pool and club.

Hotel Sandos Playacar is an all inclusive resort. This means you get a large variety accommodations and activities for one pre-paid price. These include all meals and snacks at each of their restaurants. There are also unlimited drinks, including alcoholic drinks between 11am and 2 am and their waiter service poolside and at the beach. Activities and equipment at your disposal include tennis, windsurfing, sailing and kayaking. You also get free use of all gym facilities along with daily activities program that consists of aerobics, calisthenics beach activities and pool games. Family activities, programs, and entertainment and much more are all included in the cost of your vacation.

There are certain activities that will cost extra. Any excursion off the property to Playa del Carmen, to one of the many Mayan archaeological sites, or playing a round at one of the many world class golf courses in the area is a separate cost. Babysitting, the crafts workshop and spa treatments will also require some extra money.

The Riviera Maya is a tropical paradise that is sure to meet any vacation dreams. The Hotel Sandos Playacar can be the gateway to explore all that this area has to offer. Playa del Carmen is just minutes away and offers a variety of tourist centric activities. The center point of this fishing village is the 2 mile long pedestrian only Avenida Quinta. This walking mall is lined with restaurants, bars, shops and hotels. The north end of the avenue is called "Little Italy" and its restaurants are exceptionally good.

For those interested in the culture of the area the Hotel Sandos Playacar can provide information on the many historical excursions in the area. There are a multitude of ancient Mayan cities and ruins that can be visited in a single day. The Xcaret Eco Park is a great family destination that features theme park activities in a eco-archaeological environment. At the southern end of the Riviera Maya is the Sian Ka'an biosphere reserve.

For families and couples looking for an all inclusive vacation on the Riviera Maya the Sandos Playacar Beach Resort should be at the top of their list. This 5 star resort is centrally located giving its guests quick and easy access to all the region has to offer. For those just interested in staying in one place and doing nothing but relaxing the Hotel Sandos Playacar has everything you need along a beautiful stretch of beach.

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Nainital, Nainital, situated in the lap of Himalayas amidst Kumaon hills, is a favorite weekend and holiday destination in India. The town is a perfect place for nature and adventure sports lovers. Its rich heritage is also a major attraction among tourists. Heritage hotels in Nainital are usually sought after by tourists who prefer to enjoy the luxury offered. They also provide an opportunity to witness spectacular architecture and rich cultural heritage of the royal dynasty.

Heritage Nainital hotelsare few in number, yet each one is magnificent in its own way. These hotels, being former houses of royal families, unravel a story of the clan. They offer a luxurious stay, befitting the kings of yester years. Guests can enjoy both modern as well as customary style. Friendly staff at the hotel ensures that guests are provided with a warm and comfortable environment during their visit. Adorned with elegant and wonderful interior decorations, these hotels ensure a pleasant and memorable stay. Most of these hotels provide state of the art conference hall and banquet facilities making it ideal for both business and leisure travels. Direct dialing facilities at these hotels can be availed to connect with people across the various cities. The Balrampur House, The Earles Court, Welcome Heritage Palace Belvedere, The Pavilion, Chevron Fairhaven, The Swiss Hotel,  Hotels Himalaya , and Hotel Langdale Manor are some of the renowned heritage hotels of Nainital.

Balrampur House is one of the famous heritage hotels in the town. The royal families of Balrampur used it as a summer palace to escape from the scorching hot and sunny days. The palace has rich European architectural designs. It was converted into a heritage hotel by the present King in the year 1995. It is situated in the hills of Nainital surrounded by sprawling gardens. Its vicinity to the mall is another major plus point for the tourists. This hotel, famous for its comfortable accommodation facilities, has deluxe and super deluxe rooms. The rooms have antique furniture and are fitted with modern amenities. The dining room is decorated with gowns, and Kashmiri Jamewars, as wall hangings. It serves both Indian and continental delicacies. The travel desk at the hotel can be used to identify the best possible mode of travel if one wants to go from Delhi to Nainital. Other facilities offered include 24 hours room service, full time hot and cold running water, bonfire, car parking and rental, badminton, carrom, chess, doctor on call, laundry service, news stand, telephone and TV.

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If you have not been yet to the Philippines and you love to travel, the city of Davao is one of the best and most well known cities in the Philippines. I will give you some backgrounds on this oasis where you can stay, unwind, and take a tour.

The City of Davao is the largest City on the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. Its airport and seaports are among the busiest cargo hubs in the Philippines. Davao City is approximately 588 miles southeast of Manila and one of only several cities in the Philippines independent of any province. It is named by the Foreign Direct Investment Magazine as the 10th "Asian City of the Future". The city has good beaches and mountain resorts and is close to diving spots and the highest peak in the Philippines, Mount Apo. Davao was also awarded by the Department of Tourism as the "Most Livable City in the Philippines".

Davao City is typhoon free due to its location. The city enjoys a weather that remains balmy all year round and is characterized by a uniform distribution of rainfall, temperature, humidity, and air pressure. It has no pronounced wet or dry season. Weather predictability makes it highly conducive to agricultural production. Temperature ranges from 20 to 32 degrees Celsius and average rainfall is up to 2,000 mm yearly.

People in the Philippines understand and speak English since it's the language of instruction in most schools. English is also widely spoken in the business community and for all official documents

Popular Tourist Spot of Davao City:
The Philippine Eagle Nature Park – located at Malagos Calinan, where you can find the monkey-eating eagle. This eagle can only be found in the eastern portion of the Philippines.
Pearl Farm Beach Resort – located at Kaputian, Island Garden City of Samal. Like a jewel for which it is named, the pearl farm beach resort is a precious get-away where guests can revel in tropical pleasures, relish life's flavors and feast on nature's bounties.
Eden Nature Park and Resort – can be found at Bayabas, Toril. This mountain resort reservation offers a cool climate, lush forest, and natural surroundings overlooking the city and the gulf. Suitable for camping, nature hiking, bird watching, and horseback riding.
Lolengs Mountain Spring Resort – Mountain Spring Resort is another nature resort that commands a dramatic vista of Metropolitan Davao. Blessed with a cool climate, it has accommodation, convention and sport facilities. Have also vast playground, chapel, restaurant and a free flowing spring water swimming pool.
Shrine of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague – Open air chapel with replicas of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague and magnificent views of fruit bearing trees and coconut plantation.
Jack's Ridge Resort and Restaurant – the land on which Jack's Ridge now stands once formed part of the headquarter of the retreating Japanese forces towards the end of the World War II. Jack's Ridge is built to offer a completely new experience to diners.
There are a lot of agencies that will help you for all your accommodation needs that will give you the comforts of your home at an affordable price.

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A young woman has died after falling from a hotel balcony in Magaluf, the third British holidaymaker to fall to their death in the Mallorcan resort in less than three weeks.

Charlotte Faris, 23, from Stevenage, Hertfordshire, reportedly fell around 10 metres (30ft) from the balcony of her third-storey room on the Spanish island at around 4.30am on Saturday, just hours after arriving in the resort with a female friend. Paramedics spent at least 20 minutes trying to revive her.

A Foreign Office spokesman said: "We are aware and can confirm the death of British national Charlotte Faris in Mallorca on 5 May. We are providing consular assistance to her family."The former owner of the Teix Hotel, near the centre of Magaluf, who now runs a bar next door, told the BBC that hotel staff were extremely distressed.

Helmino Crespo said: "She stayed at the hotel last year and I knew her. She was on holiday with a friend who is very upset. Police are investigating and eight police cars and an ambulance came."Her family were too distressed to speak but issued a statement through Hertfordshire police.

"Charlotte was a very loving and much loved daughter, sister, granddaughter and friend. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. We are still trying to come to terms with our devastating loss."

The circumstances of Faris's death remain unknown, but it is the third such tragedy in a short period of time involving British visitors to the resort. In the early hours of 17 April, Adam Atkinson, 20, from Castleford, West Yorkshire, died after falling from a third-storey staircase at the hotel where he had been staying with three friends.

An inquest last week in Leeds heard that before the fall Atkinson had consumed "a large amount of alcohol". Three days later Benjamin Harper, 38, from Twickenham, south-west London, died after falling from a balcony at his Magaluf hotel, where he had gone as part of a stag party.

The roofer is believed to have gone outside for a cigarette at about 6am. Paramedics spent more than an hour treating him at the scene but were unable to save his life. The Foreign Office has warned British visitors to Spain about a spate of serious accidents involving falls from balconies.

Last year more than a dozen Britons fell from hotels in Spain and three died. Foreign Office statistics for the year to April 2011 showed consular involvement in more than 1,600 deaths and 1,000 hospitalisations for Britons in Spain, although this would also cover the 400,000 or so Britons living permanently in the country.

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UPDATE: The hotel is offering Free WiFi! A hotel rep tells us, "There are some kinks in the system so it is still charging but the hotel is refunding the charge and the system should be converted to free Wi-Fi in the next couple days." Some glorious news for free WiFi lovers in Chicago!

The Affinia Hotel Chicago and its Fedora-wearing doormen are no longer. Lowe Enterprises Investors have just acquired the hotel, which sits just off Michigan Avenue, from the Denihan Hospitality Group and are rebranding the hotel as The MileNorth Hotel. (No space between Mile and North apparently.)

Destination Hotels & Resorts (an affiliate company of LEI) is managing the property which has 213 guestrooms, the C-House groundfloor restaurant and the C-View rooftop bar. Considering that Affinia did a recent renovation of the property a few years back, there isn't much for Destination Hotels to do to the place except change up the websites. Indeed, the Affinia Chicago hotel website is now defunct while the MileNorth website is up and running.

We're actually loving the MileNorth logo which is cosmopolitan and cool but the name leaves a lot to be desired. We're kinda over hotels being named for their locations like Hyatt48 Lex in Manhattan. Can't someone come up with a real name once in a while?

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Our representative will meet & assist you at Cairo International Airport, you will be transferred to explore Giza Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the tour also includes a stop at the Valley Temple, related to the Pyramids of Chephren. continue to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo which contains artifacts from several  Pharaonic periods, it displays wide collection of 5000 years of art including the fabolus collection of Tutankhamen, his gold and jewelry which was enclosed in his tomb discovered in the 1920. End you tour with Shopping at Old Cairo famous Bazaar of Khan El Khalili, the oldest bazaars in the Middle East. finally we will take Cairo airport to get your next flight.

Price includes:
  • Cairo Airport pickup & return

  • All transfers by modern AC van

  • Personal expert Egyptologist guide

  • Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour

  • Lunch meal in Cairo good quality restaurant

  • Entrance fees to all mentioned sites

  • Shopping tours in Cairo

  • All Service charges & taxes

Price excludes:

  • Food and drink unless specified

  • Entry visa to Egypt

Notes:
Trip runs every day.
Tour is operated privately.
Discounts are available for groups and children.
Payment Policy:

Over land tours: No down payment is required as it can be done the day you start your confirmed day trip or the travel package, you can pay using any of the following methods (credit cards, travel checks, cash in your desired currency with updated exchange rate)

Shore excursions: No down payment is required, payment can be done upon your arrival and you can pay using any of the following methods (credit cards, travel checks, cash in your desired currency with updated exchange rate)

Flight excursions: Full payment is required at least 4 days before your requested trip with  travel checks or in cash with your preferred currency.

Travel packages: 50 % of the total amount are required one complete week before the tour package starting day using any of the above mentioned methods of payment.

Cancelation policy:
- Same day of the tour: No refund.

- One day before: all money are fully refundable if you would cancel your booking even one day before as long as you will contact us within 24 hours before your booking date except for the travel packages that requests hotel booking or flight ticket, the same for the one day excursion by flight (in this case you will charged with 25% of your total cost for the cancelation 4 days before & 50 % of the total if cancelation would happen in less than 4 days prior your booking date).

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