Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates, offers a blend of traditional Arabian culture and ultra-modern lifestyle. This oil-rich city boasts impressive skyscrapers, stunning landscapes, and a variety of entertainment options. Whether you're a history enthusiast, adventure seeker, or simply needing a luxurious escape, Abu Dhabi has something for everyone. Here’s a curated list of the top 5 things to do in this vibrant city and recommended hotels for a comfortable stay.
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Write comment (0 Comments)As part of my Rio Carnival and São Paulo trip to Brazil earlier this year, I made my way up north to the city of Manaus — known as the door to the Amazon Rainforest. Manaus, also referred to as the Heart of the Amazon, is the capital and largest city of the Brazilian state of Amazonas. The seventh-largest city in Brazil sits near the confluence of the Rio Negro and Solimões river — just a few kilometres to its east.
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Write comment (0 Comments)Affectionally known as Sampa, the Brazilian city of São Paulo, the biggest metropolis in the country, has South America's largest and most culturally diverse population. Paulistanos, the name given to the city's inhabitants, make up an urban population of over 12 million souls (21+ million if counting Greater Sao Paulo). It's home to the largest Portuguese-speaking city in the world — around 50% of which holds full or partial Italian ancestry. Paulistanos are also natives to over 200 countries — including the largest concentration of people of Japanese descent outside of Japan.
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Write comment (0 Comments)Cape Town's Victoria and Alfred (V&A) Waterfront is one of Africa's top tourist destinations. The oldest working harbour in the continent attracts 24 million visitors annually. It's not difficult to see why. The work, live, eat and play destination where the ocean meets South Africa's Mother City offers spectacular views of the iconic Table Mountain.
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