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Best holiday destinations for 2009

Our world has so many wonderful places that one life does not seem enough to travel all these single points of our planet. Each year, a few holiday destinations get the biggest slice of the trip for many reasons. However, any where we can travel is a blessing for visiting places of cultural meaning and foreign intellectual advancement, civilization, and at the end of the day change of attitude.

Berlin

Berlin has attracted numerous tourists in 2009 because the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. By the way, Berlin has been virtually rebuilt offering visitors a spectacular view of dynamic skylines around the Potsdamer Platz, innovative buildings and modern station in the city. One of the most famous buildings is the new stadium in Berlin, the O2 World stadium where the IAAF World Championship was hosted in August 2009.

Berlin is in a constant state of agitation and transforms itself to something new. Being old and new capital of Germany, Berlin includes the elements of Modern and translates them into a magic that spreads throughout the entire city. Since the fall of the Berlin Wall November 9, 1989, all efforts were directed towards the transformation of Berlin into an international metropolis.

There's always more to do in Berlin. In particular, throughout By 2009 the City commemorates the fall of the wall of memories, concerts and an outdoor exhibition on Alexanderplatz. On November 9, a symbolic wall of hundreds of stones five feet high at the Brandenburg Gate will collapse like dominoes with fireworks to symbolize the 20 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Overall, Berlin is an attraction itself and can satisfy the tastes of even the most demanding guests. If she likes a culture, history, nightlife or above, while Berlin offers combo. Boasting an extensive transportation network that takes people all around the city, move to Berlin has become easier than ever. Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate; Friedrichswerdersche Kirche, Holocaust Memorial; Tiergarten, Potsdamer Platz, Kurfürstendamm Strasse in Kreuzberg, are all there, ready for more visitors to Berlin an unforgettable experience.

Istanbul Turkey

Split up in its European part and Asia by the Bosphorus, Istanbul is a European city at the junction of two continents breathing air of the East and the feel of the history of the spread on its nearly 13 million inhabitants. In its streets, history and meet modern living, offering its visitors an unforgettable travel experience.

Sultanahmet district is the heart of historic Istanbul. In this ancient history, interesting and enchanting location captures visitors to the city with structures such as Hagia Sophia (Hagia Sophia), Topkapi Serai (Topkapi Palace) Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmet Camii), the Hippodrome At Meydani (Byzantine), the Will Yerebatan (Yerebetan Basilica Cistern), the archaeological museums of Istanbul, and the Grand Palace Mosaic Museum. Moreover, Sultanahmet is filled with hotels, restaurants, bars, cafes, shops, carpet and souvenir shops. The Grand Bazaar in the labyrinthine kapalicarsi near Beyazit university is the ultimate medieval market, while the main drag, Divan Yolu, is the heart of the area, where visitors can walk through hundreds of small streets and back alleys to explore the history of the old city.

The four islands in the Sea of Marmara, the names of the Princes Islands, attracts millions of tourists each year. Cars are banned on the island and transport is limited the horse-drawn carriages. Ferries leave from Sirkeci and Bostanci Kadikoy and visitors can explore the unique glory of Greek monasteries.

Prepare to be the next European City of Culture 2010, Istanbul retains its cosmopolitan character, demonstrating his rich legacy unmatched physical and cultural. Since more than 2000 years, Istanbul captures the attention of visitors is a living example of where the civilizations of East and West meet harmoniously.

Hawaii

Mark Twain once said that "Hawaii is the most magnificent, balmy atmosphere in the world" and it seems that this statement is always true. Welcoming thousands of visitors each year in each of its six main islands, Big Island, Kauai, Molokai, Oahu, Maui and Lanai, Hawaii offers unique culture that spans its volcanoes, under its oceans and waterfalls.

Like all exotic places, there are certain seasons that visitors can enjoy their visit to Hawaii. December to February, Hawaii is full of life because the winter is mild and people go there to escape to freezing temperatures for most states. However, December was the most intense rain. So for people who do not like the rain, this may be a reason Hawaii to visit anytime, but December. For people who love summer sports such as windsurfing, the period between June and October is over hot year and they can enjoy a wonderful time. For those who love the surf board, the winter in Hawaii is the ideal choice for the waves are enormous and can have really good time.

During high season, rates of housing are relatively higher than the rest of the year. However, Hawaii is home to many tourists seeking a holiday premium on April, May, October and November. Generally, the rate of housing are lower during these months, although there are resorts, mostly catering to families that keep rates high season.

There are many things to do in Hawaii. Some of the most impressive attractions are the Hawaiian volcanoes that explode and spectacular lava Blazing connects the ocean with the bulging clouds of mist. Visitors stroll by the river to view the eruption, which is particularly dramatic during the night. Another attraction is the spectacular underwater adventure, an exploration breathtaking coral reefs and reef fish 100 feet deep. Similarly, equipped with waterfalls offers tourists an unforgettable experience where whales and humpback dolphins in dance with the waves.

Hawaii is the place to be for relaxation. There is nothing better than enjoying a mai tai was good way to the Royal Hawaiian, a pink landmark hotel on Waikiki Beach. Perhaps the best place in the world to Hawaii surfers wipe out and the sunset, through the live Hawaiian music and hula dancing.

About the Author

Christina Pomoni has acquired her MBA Finance from the American College of Greece. Her advanced familiarity with financial statement analysis, capital budgeting and market research has been acquired through her professional career at high-esteemed organizations. As part of her long journey, Christina has served as an Equity Research Associate at Telesis Securities (EFG Eurobank) and a Financial & Investment Advisor at ING Group. Besides, having lived at Chicago, IL, Boca Raton, FL and Paris, France has helped her, not only to be a successful professional, but mostly to see life under a more creative and innovative perspective.

Since 2005, Christina provides high quality writing services to numerous websites and research companies contributing her knowledge and expertise. Her areas of specialization are Business, Finance & Investment, Society, Politics & Culture. She also has a very good knowledge of Entertainment, Health & Fitness and Computers & Technology.

Christina currently designs the website of her own writing company. Believing that knowledge is the road to opportunity and development, her mission is to promote her already established knowledge to a growing number of visitors and to provide high quality writing services to meet the most demanding customer requirements.

Flooding on H1 Freeway on Oahu, Hawaii December 11th 2008