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Daily
Jun 21, 2016

Soar Above Dubai on a New Skywalk

"Dubai is home to one of the world´s tallest buildings, but while the Burj Khalifa may be tallest building in the city, adventurous attractions are about to reach new heights..." Read more at trazeetravel.com.  

Remarkable Medellín

Visiting Medellín in Colombia: The Country of Beauty is like stepping into a fantastic story — literally, as the city in the Western Colombian Andes region inspired Disney’s Encanto. Here, valleys, the world’s tallest palms, vibrant communities, colorful houses, garden-like balconies and more prove reality is more picturesque than anything on film. And it’s especially more tempting following Medellín’s remarkable transformation, shedding its troubled past and reawakening as a city of innovation, art, cultural richness, modern infrastructure, thriving tourism and resiliency.

Dec 14, 2015

Dubai Dining at At.Mosphere

As it was my first trip to Dubai, I had so much to look forward. The city had been on my bucket list for so long; was it finally becoming a reality? I had to pinch myself to fully acknowledge my excitement. Aside from a long-haul trip (13 hours straight, to be exact) to Dubai International Airport, the temperature was also something else to look forward. I was ready to take it all in until the humidity hit me as soon as I walked out of the plane into the airport. It was a shame I got in so late, as it would have been a Kodak moment to take a few pics from above before landing; but beggers can’t be choosers, right? We headed to our hotel, Manzil Downtown Dubai, the newly renovated sister property to Address and Burj Khalifa with breathtaking views from my room. What a rush to open those curtains and see the grandeur of such incredible architecture before your eyes. As always, I knew everything happens for a reason, and this time was no different. I was truly one lucky gal! I was ecstatic to be here even if it was for work, and I was going to enjoy every bit of it. A few days go by running from meeting to meeting until our reservation time at At.Mosphere on the 122nd floor of Burj Khalifa. Be prepared to have your ears pop and motion sickness slightly kick in, but I was determined it wouldn’t hold me back. Although the entrance was quick tricky to figure out, almost like a maze, the end result was well worth the hassle. On the very top of the world, lights blinding you below, we got the best seat in the house, right by the window above the world-famous fountains. I tried to take some pictures clear enough to share. We decided to go with the signature selection with some wine of our preference. Dinner started with some wonderful oysters and caviar then moved on to foie gras pie, beef Wellington, chocolate dessert and some complimentary dishes. Our chef even made a stop at our table to make sure everything was to our liking. It was the epitome of 5-star service. If it weren’t for my exhaustion from the day and jet lag, I could stay past our actual 1 a.m. departure to experience a few more drinks from their signature menu. Until next time, stay grand, Burj Khalifa! --- Banu Yilmaz, advertising director

Daily
Oct 9, 2015

Under $100: Dubai

"Dubai is infamous as an expensive oasis in the desert, and looking around you can understand why. With all the high-rise buildings and luxury boutiques, the city is certainly built for the extremely wealthy, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it on a budget. Here’s how to spend the day in Dubai with 367 dirham..."

Pick Your Paradise: Experience Bali at 3 Incredible Hotels

Bali is a name synonymous with island bliss. But there is more than just one side to this incredible place. Get a sense for the variety of experiences Bali offers by learning about three hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy® with distinctive opportunities for adventure and relaxation. With the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Card, earn points for free nights at each of these properties.