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Fairmont Nile City
On the banks of the famed Nile River the city of CairoThe Triumphant in Arabicis the center of Egyptian culture and commerce. For the finest in event venues in this majestic city look no further than to the gracious hospitality of Fairmont Nile City Cairo part of the prestigious Nile City complex. Equipped with the most advanced design and technology to serve the needs of the discerning traveler combined with 9100 square feet (845 square meters) of dedicated meeting and convention space the hotel also offers sweeping panoramas of the Nile River with the Pyramids in the distance. With the city's finest restaurants a unique rooftop pool and bar and a full-service Willow Stream Spaevery meeting or event at Fairmont Nile City is certain to be a memorable experience that exceeds expectations.
Radisson Blu Resort Spa Cesme
Holidays along the Aegean Located across the idyllic Greek island of Chios Cesme is one of Turkey's most popular resort destinations. The area is renowned for its pristine beaches and draws in the crowds with its international music festive every July. During the day the city is abuzz with lively markets selling high-quality carpets and leather goods and towards sunset transforms into a hive of activity with a plethora of restaurants cafes bars and nightclubs situated along the beachfront promenade. Several examples of Ottoman architecture dot the city while thermal baths natural springs and Cesme Castle provide interesting cultural and leisure excursions. Sports enthusiasts can ride the waves along the wind swept coasts of Alacati while families can enjoy beautiful calm beaches at the many blue-flag bays that grace Cesme's coastline.
Villa Grand View
GENT'S OVERVIEW: Tranquillity and Total Privacy in the Heart of the Nature!! Luxury private villa (bungalow style)with private swimming pool located in the Secret Valley in Akkaya Dalaman. Built in the heart of the nature surrounded by pine orange and olive trees with breath taking views of the forest and Akkaya Lake. Simply the best in Akkaya Valley. Specially designed for extra privacy perfect for self catering Holiday. All in all Only 20 minutes drive away from the Dalaman International Airport. PROMOTION: Free Breakfast at the Akkaya Garden Restaurant and Free Horse Riding Classes at the Akkaya Horse Farm when you rent this property! Please contact us for further details. This villa is built on 4 acres (16.000 m2) of land. Actual living space in the bungalow is 250 m2. The terrace and the pool area and the gazebo where you can relax and watch the superb views of Akkaya Valley are a total of 450 m2. As you walk in from the main entrance of the bungalow there is a separate kitchen on the right and a small wc on the left. The spacious living room has the dining area and two different sets of seating furniture. With lots of windows and terrace doors surrounding this part of the property there will be no lack of sunshine during the day. For cooler nights there is also a fireplace built in the living room. One can access to the terrace the pool area and to the outside BBQ from the double glazed terrace doors. Living room has access to three double bedrooms; all have en-suite bathrooms. All the rooms have built in wardrobes. Sleeps 6 people. All the furniture in the bungalow are top range or custom-made. The accessories are tasteful and first class. All the white goods and five air-conditioning units are best quality brands to provide the comforts of a modern life. The garden surrounding the bungalow is a must-see. Beautifully landscaped it has acres of lawn pine and citrus trees as well as various local plants. Private driveway and car park. This superb bungalow is ideal for tranquil holidays especially for the nature lovers who enjoy their privacy. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city life and the traffic. Only 15 minutes of walking distance to the Akkaya Garden Restaurant (akkayagarden.com) and the local shop. ABOUT AKKAYA VALLEY: Akkaya Valley (www.akkaya-valley.com ) is located in the outskirts of Dalaman Town. Only 20 km. of drive away from the Dalaman International Airport. A great alternative to the usual Holiday resorts in the area. Akkaya Valley also called the Secret Valley for a good reason. It is 'away from it all'' and yet close to amenities like restaurant bar and shop. There are the grand views of Akkaya Lake mountains pine forests citrus and olive groves which makes the valley ideal for a tranquil and quiet Holiday. Due to the building restrictions only a small number of houses and villas were built in the area. A car however is a must especially to get to the Dalaman Town Centre and drive to the other towns and beaches. ACTIVITIES IN AKKAYA: Relax. Sunbathe. Swim. Sleep. Akkaya Valley is perfect for a tranquil Holiday but this does not mean the area is isolated from the world. We have many local attractions for all our guests. There is the Akkaya Garden Restaurant (akkayagarden.com) with its five star menu by the stream. The restaurant's naturally landscaped garden area is perfect for breakfast lunch and dining. You may simply want to relax with a book or a drink by the Bar or at one of our famous 'Stork's Nests''. You must try the fish and Akkaya Special Steak in the restaurant. You can try the Akkaya Lake Boat Trip. You will be taken to the Akkaya Gorge (only accessible via boat or sailing) where you can marvel at one of Turkey's hidden nature's secrets. There is a sandy beach by the Lake where you may go for a swim sunbathe or dine and drink at our Beach Club (not to mention the BBQ parties!). We have an Indoor Sports Centre and Gym as well as an Indoor Pool in the Valley for those who wish to keep fit during their Holiday. Also you can go sailing canoeing and fishing on the lake with our own private excursions. The Akkaya Horse Farm and Horse Riding School is our brand new attraction! We have horses and ponies at our farm for those who enjoy riding (the beginners and kids are welcome!). If you like the nature sports there are many opportunities including hiking trekking cycling mountain biking and bird-watching where you may be able to spot various species of birds on different months of the year. ABOUT TURQUOISE COAST AND LYCIAN REGION Should you wish to travel the area the famous Blue Flag beaches bays and towns are very close by. The Sarsala Beach 20 min. Sarigerme Beach 30 min. ztuzu (World famous Caretta-sea turtles beach) Beach is 30 min. of drive away. Also for nightlife shopping boat trips and sight-seeing the towns of Gocek Dalyan and Koycegiz are less than 30 minutes Fethiye and Marmaris are less than 1 hour drive away. Around and between the Turquoise Coast of Turkey there are many historical and archaeological sites to visit. Many adventure sports such as snorkel diving scuba diving white water rafting and canoeing wind-surfing sailing and paragliding to name but a few are well established in the area and available all along the Coast. Turkey has an established Marina culture as well. With many along the coast the New Dalaman Marina with its latest technology and capacity as well as ultra modern design is now being built and clearly is going to be one of the main attractions in Dalaman area. FLIGHTS TO AND FROM DALAMAN AIRPORT: Dalaman International Airport has frequent flights from mid-April to late October via most major tour companies. There are flights from every major Airport in the UK and EU countries as well as from Asia and Africa. During off-season there will be connected flights via Istanbul to Dalaman. DIRECTIONS: From Dalaman International Airport towards DalamanFethiye junction. Straight on the roundabout. Drive for 7 km. From the Akkaya Restaurant sign on the right side of the road turn right. Follow the main road up the hill and then from the hill top drive downwards following Akkaya Restaurant signs. You will reach a country junction with various signs. Follow the CPM Office sign and visit the CPM DalamanRentals Office. From there you will be escorted to your property. Airport Transfers and rent-a car services are available. Please contact for details.
The Cambridge Ancient History: v.2: History of the Middle East and the Aegean Region C.1380-1000 B.C. Ed.I.E.S.Edwards, Etc: Pt.2: History of the Middle East and the Aegean Region C.1380-1000 B.C. Ed.I.E.S.Edwards, Etc
Volume II, Part II, deals with the history of the region from about 1380 to 1000 B.C.
The Cambridge Ancient History: v.2: Middle East and the Aegean Region, c.1800-1380 BC: Pt.1: Middle East and the Aegean Region, c.1800-1380 BC
Volume II, Part I, deals with the history of the region from about 1800 to 1380 BC.
The Cambridge Ancient History: v.1: Pt.2: Early History of the Middle East
Part II of volume I deals with the history of the Near East from about 3000 to 1750 B.C.
Divan Ä°stanbul
Divan Istanbul is in a prime position on top of one of Istanbul's seven hills in Taksim Square and opposite a beautiful tranquil park. Major cultural business and shopping areas close by. Near Taksim metro station and main roads. Also walking distance to Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar Convention and Exhibition Center Ataturk Cultural Center and Cemal Resit Rey Concert Hall. Ataturk International Airport: 15.5 mi25 km 30 minutes. City Center: 0.3 mi 0.5 km 2 minutes.Divan Istanbul has 41 Standard Rooms 108 Deluxe Rooms 40 Premiere Rooms and 2 Presidential Suites totally 191 guest rooms each with a sense of spacious elegance tasteful and modern Turkish-style furnishings comfort quality service and a cozy contemporary atmosphere. Standard Rooms: All the Standard Rooms are 33 sqm located on the lower floors (1st 2nd 3rd and 4th floors) King or twin bedded rooms are available and they are all equipped with Flat screen LCD television Satellite TV and movie channels Laptop size electronic in-room safe with charging station and a pillow menu. Deluxe Rooms: Deluxe Rooms are 36 sqm located on the high floors and some of them has bathtub in it. King or twin bedded rooms are available and they are equipped with Flat screen LCD television Satellite TV and movie channels Laptop size electronic in-room safe with charging station and a pillow menu.Premiere Rooms: Premiere Rooms are 54 sqm combined of one living room and one bedroom. All of them has a sofa bed in it. King size bedded rooms are available and they are equipped with Flat screen LCD television Satellite TV and movie channels Laptop size electronic in-room safe with charging station and a pillow menu.Presidential Suites: 2 Presidential Suites are available each with 150 sqm and located on the 11th floor. They have fully equipped terrace with a magnificent view of the city and bosphorus. They are all king size bedded and have a spacious living room and bedroom. All equipped with Flat screen LCD television Satellite TV and movie channels Laptop size electronic in-room safe with charging station and a pillow menu.
W Istanbul
The modern centerpiece of the historic Akaretler Row Houses. A glittering tower amidst gilded domes and minarets. Dynamic finance and chic shopping here old city and monuments there. It's always the best of both worlds at the W Istanbul. Make like a dervish and take a whirl of our decadent offerings. Sip a local raki in our cozy W Lounge then savor the delectable flavors of W Kitchen before working it off at our state-of-the-art SWEAT Fitness Center. Where can you find the first W on the Eurasia continental divide? Why at the W Istanbul of course the coolest address in the city's haute-est neighborhood the Akaretler Row.Relax in our soothing trend-spotting but Zen-inspiring W Lounge or host the year's most memorable soiree at our private event space set against stunning views of the spectacular Bosphorus and magnificent city skyline. The Akaretler Row houses may be bursting with the best restaurants and nightlife in Istanbul but you don't have to step out to enjoy an intimate dinner for two at our sexy restaurant W Kitchen created by W Istanbul's culinary team.When you're ready retreat to your spacious room fully stocked with every comfort including a state-of-the-art entertainment system and a Munchie Box full of delightful surprises. For taking care of business your room is completely wired so you're always connected with the world. And if you need anything else our WhateverWhenever team is on duty 247365.Whether you're here for business or pleasure we'll help you enjoy the best of both worlds. And with a prime east-meets-west ancient-empire-meets-modern-metropolis location we're convenient to the best of everything in the city from mystical mosques and minarets to exotic bazaars and hookah bars not forgetting the amazing Bosphorus Bridge literally connecting continents and cultures in one panoramic span over the romantic Bosphorus. What are you waiting for? Innovative design meets cutting-edge technology at the new W Istanbul studios. Right here in our 3650 square meters (340 square feet) of event space and private dining area the W Istanbul studios features fully adaptable conference equipment that turn business pow-wows into exhilarating oh-wows. Creative in approach and innovative in design we'll engage and energize attendees and participants of all meetings soirees and fetes.Our unique Sensory Set Up gets ideas flowing with mood music signature scents and more. Get out of that mid-day rut to uncover hidden talents and learn new skills with the Wish Workshop(SM) where you can do anything from learning how to be a chef to yoga positions. And if work isn't working for you take a break with Recess(SM) where you'll delight in a menu of activities that are fun and beneficial for everyone.Additionally all rooms are fully wired with the latest technology for the ultimate in technological bells and whistles telecommunications wizardry and audio-visual spectacles.
Rixos Elysium Suites
Rixos Elysium Suites Taksim located in Taksim at the heart of Istanbul cradle of civilizations embodies 141 suite rooms and 54 standard rooms spread over 20floors an exclusive restaurant and a bar along with a SPA and a fitness center is promising the valued guests a brand new life experience integrated with the vivid energy of the city. A high standard and modern joy of life with outstanding Rixos privilege is awaitingthe guests at the heart of culture art trade and entertainment.
The New Cambridge Medieval History: Volume 1, C.500-c.700
Authoritative history of Europe and the Middle East during their transition from Roman to medieval society.
Moevenpick Resort Spa El Gouna
El GounaEl Gouna the Red Seas Premiere Leisrue destination features numerous entertainment facilities including shops bars restaurants disco Casino Marina private airstrip and Golf course. www.elgouna.comA comfortable 10minutes walk from the hotel. Or reachable by shuttle bus and boat.HurghadaThe town of Hurghada is only 25 km away with its typical oriental athmosphere best be found in the bazar. Numerous shopping possibilities restaurants and bars bowling casino etc. www.touregypt.nethurghadaFollow the main road to HurghadaCairoCairo is served by several daily flights and can also be reached in a approx 5hour drive. Cultural attractions include the famous pyramids of Gizeh the Egyptian Museum or the oriental Bazaar Khan el Khaliliwww.touregypt.netcairoSuez road to CairoSuez road to HurghadaLuxorLuxor the largest outdoor museum of monuments of the ancient world can be reached by car in approx. 4 hours. Luxor Temple Karnak Temple Valley of Kings Hatschepsut Temple and the beautiful scenery on the Nile River make this visit unforgettablewww.touregypt.netluxorExcursionsExcursions can be arranged by the hotel: Boat and snorkeling trips Jeep Safari Starwatching in the desert Bedouin Dinner at El Gouna Oasiswww.elgouna.comMediaextexcindex.htmAngsana SpaNow open: Angsana Spa. Offering a wide range of beauty and wellness treatments by using a fusion of techniques from the East and West to refresh and rejuvenate the body mind and spirit. www.angsanaspa.com
Banister Fletcher's A History of Architecture
Includes chapters on the twentieth-century architecture of the Middle East (including Israel), South-east Asia, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, India, Russia and the Soviet...
The New Cambridge Medieval History: Volume 1, C.500-c.700
Authoritative history of Europe and the Middle East during their transition from Roman to medieval society. The first volume of The New Cambridge Medieval History covers the transitional period between the later Roman world and the early middle...
Le Meridien Jeddah
On the banks of the Red Sea Jeddah is a key port in Saudi Arabia and the world's largest open-air art gallery. Landscaped with natural art depicting Arabic culture the city is decorated with sculpture throughout the city. Le Mridien Jeddah is nestled in the heart of the city amidst residential buildings and the main shopping and business areas. Within the hotel a sleek black marble lobby leads to 284 sun-filled spacious guest rooms. The Le Royal Club lounge overlooks the sea and Jeddah's white-stone cityscape and the hotel's three restaurants offer an abundance of gastronomic choices from around the world. Le Mridien Jeddah is situated only 15 minutes from King Abdul Aziz International Airport.
Jordan Valley Marriott Resort Spa
The Jordan Valley Marriott Dead Sea Resort and Spa Jordan's hospitality ambassador of life's healing grounds is surrounded by rugged purple mountains that subtly change in color as the day unfolds. This is where the spirit of Jordan fills the air and the pulse of history resonates in culture with an endless celebration of life and traditions. The Resort offers anticipatory and warm service that revives the soul as well as a self contained blend of modern dcor and generous space. Service is unparalleled anticipating every need and the culinary delights are a pleasure to enjoy. The Spa is an integral part of the resort. It offers a retreat for guests to unwind relax and rejuvenate and is designed to offer guests a unique experience and to help rebalance the body mind and spirit. The treatments are specially prepared to invigorate the body and soul. In addition the Jordan Valley Marriott Resort and Spa is proud to be the first hotel in the Middle East to switch to solar panel energy for hot water.
Banister Fletcher's A History of Architecture
Includes chapters on the twentieth-century architecture of the Middle East (including Israel) South-east Asia Hong Kong Japan Korea India Russia and the Soviet Union Eastern Europe and Latin America. This book places buildings in their social cultural and historical settings to describe the main patterns of their architectural development.
Windsor Palace Hotel
The Windsor Palace built in 1966 like a small palace right on the waterfront the hotel resides in the social and cultural hub of the city with its street cafes shopping boutiques and seaside promenades.There are total 71 deluxe rooms and suites spread across 5 floors in Windsor Palace Hotel in Alexandria with soft and bright color. Comfort and elegance rules in all the rooms and all of them are equipped with modern amenities like posh furniture air conditioning bathtub direct dial telephone with charge satellite T.V safe box fridge and wireless internet access free of charge. There is also a table and chair on the balcony opening windows and baby cot on demand.The reception offers you a variety of services: porter external parking 2 lifts luggage storage safe box at the reception laundry and dry-cleaning service wireless internet free of charge business center air conditioned spaces currency exchange taxi on demand security service and doctor on call. The restaurant is very enjoyable and offers a variety of international cuisine and special oriental food.The conference center is suitable for meetings up to 150 people. All standard business equipments and support services are available upon request.We introduce the best hotel services for our clients to enjoy best times.Reservations for the same day won't be taken under consideration if passed after 5:30 pm (GMT Time).
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITIES IN THE ARAB MIDDLE EAST
An examination of Eastern Christian communities their dramatic population decline and the role of Eastern Christians in Arab history. The book offers an analysis of the challenges facing Christian communities as they attempt to guarantee their status as equal citizens in their own Arab states.