January 13, 2006

Wings Over the Mediterranean and North Africa

Category: Africa, Europe, Italy, Libya, Malta, Morocco, Portugal, Regions, Spain, Tunisia, United Kingdom, Western Europe — Paul Johnson @ 11:29 am

INTRAVCrisscrossing the Mediterranean in high style, this new adventure from INTRAV features the culture, history, and beauty of Europe and North Africa. After overnighting in London, guests begin the adventure in Sintra, Portugal (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Two nights in Fès offer the mix of French, Arab, and Berber cultures, while a three-night trip to Seville presents Andalusian charm. Next, guests will examine Roman ruins from Carthage and Leptis Magna during visits to Tunisia and Libya. Two nights in Malta present a wonderful opportunity to explore the walled city of Valletta. Before returning to London to conclude the journey, travelers will enjoy beauty and style during three days along Italy’s Amalfi Coast. Limited to 24 guests. The per person, double occupancy rate is $57,500. The 20-day journey departs on 8th October 2006, via 24-passenger Airbus 319CJ.

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  • January 10, 2006

    Libya’s first and only five star hotel

    Category: Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Libya, Regions — Paul Johnson @ 1:51 pm

    Corinthia Bab AfricaIn a city that is prone to awarding itself top achievement for what is often, by western standards, not of the very highest quality, Libya’s first and only five star hotel doesn’t disappoint. The Corinthia Bab Africa Hotel is a stunning twin-tower property in the heart of Tripoli’s business district, 5 minutes from Green Square.  The hotel has spacious rooms, its own two-floor spa, gym, and banqueting and conference facilities.

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