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Preferred to Open 9 New Hotels in 2022
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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02.06.2023
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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02.06.2023
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Hotels for romantic escape
Lady Diana Hotel is also an awesome place for travelers who dream of a romantic vacation. The hotel’s services include a range of special offers for romantic couples. For example, travelers are welcome to try various exclusive treatments for two in the spa, including relaxing massage, cosmetic procedures with exclusive scrubs and essential oils, sauna, and hammam. Lady Diana has a charming restaurant with a … Open 
Festivals and events in Istanbul
Every a year from 2 to 15 July Istanbul turns into New Orleans 20's or New York's 40's - these days in the city there is already a well-known jazz festival, which participants are both globally renowned musicians and still unknown, but promising jazz talents. Moreover, at the festival you can hear not only jazz - rock, blues, trip-hop, reggae - all this is also not alien to the holiday of music. The history of the … Open
Weekend in Istanbul in original style
Are you tired of noisy tourist streets that are often not a paragon of cleanness? If so, head to Area Fener where you will be able to relax from big city life and enjoy a truly aristocratic atmosphere. Fener is also known as the main Christian district in Istanbul. During many centuries, the richest and most noble families lived there. Beautiful stone houses that have remained since that time still look absolutely … Open
Famous hotels
Despite its modest status, Antea Hotel Oldcity is one of the most famous and popular hotels in Istanbul. The comfortable guest rooms are made in cream shades and feature elegant retro style furniture and beautiful marble décor in bathrooms. For a reasonable price, travelers will not only stay in charming rooms but also get access to a wide range of extra services. There is a wonderful panoramic terrace on the roof … Open
Active recreation
Another way to learn the city of Istanbul by taking the walking excursion "How to understand Istanbul and get pleasure from it". This is the daily group sightseeing tour, which is worth taking in order to get acquainted with the city. For 3 hours you will begin to navigate in the main sights of the city and the intricacies of Istanbul history. Discover the favorite places of local people. After the tour, Istanbul … Open
Advices for travellers
6. Do not drink tap water. It is not dangerous to health, but contains a lot of chlorine. 7. Buses are the best way to move on the city. This is also the most economical form of transport. As a rule, the fare is increased at night. 8. Buses and taxis (dolmush) ride in the city from 6:00 am until late evening (23:00 - 24:00). When you plan a ride to the city’s suburbs, you should … Open
