In a very compelling article somewhere on Lonely Planet's blog, Vivek Wagle, head of content and marketing at Airbnb, makes the compelling argument for "collaborative consumption," the basic business and ethical underpinning of his widly successful "places to stay" service and website.
Basically, he points, we are living in a world of "social accommodation services," where "being able to benefit from the good (a tangible or intangible good) is better than actually possessing that good."
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Saturday, July 13, 2013
The 2013 Midsummer Party—the first to be held at the new Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill. Experience this festive occasion with the most noted faces in the art world while enjoying a spectacular, not-to-be-missed Hamptons event in a truly remarkable setting.Tickets available for the After Ten Party: 10 pm - 1 am. Dancing, Drinks and Dessert: $200 per person ($225 after July 1). Dinner Tickets are Sold Out. http://parrishart.org/programs/130#.UcsuOEITsXo. For more informa
Fun in Bangkok is not only limited to discotheques and shopping. Theme parks in the city also keep people booking Bangkok flights with their kids. Following are the theme that you should be taking your kids to:
Fantasia Lagoon Water Park
The refreshing water park is strategically located at the top floor of the Mall Bangkae. Since it is situated in the outskirts of the city most of the tourists refrain from spending a day out at Fantasia Lagoon. However, the water park is worth visiting. Budget
Plethora of dining options in New York makes the city an interesting destination for those looking to experience the culinary richness of different countries. If you are a vegetarian, you don’t need to face the scarcity of good vegetarian restaurants while holidaying in NYC. Following are some of the best veg-restaurants to dine at, if you’re booking cheap New York Flights:
Chavellas Restaurant
The charming restaurant is located in Brooklyn and known for serving delicious Mexican cuisine.You c
Orlando is all about fun and entertainment. The day is dedicated to theme parks and family entertainment. As the sun sets, party animals head to the wild discotheques to drinks and dance till wee hours. Following are some of the most prominent dance clubs to visit, if you are booking Orlando flights.
Antigua
It is one of the best nightclubs in the downtown area. Located on Church Street, the club is known for playing hip hop and popular numbers of 80s. However, its main highlight is the reggae
El reconocimiento de nuestro país supera a potencias turísticas de la región como Argentina, Brasil y Chile
La imagen turística de Costa Rica en el mundo se ha alimentado de dos vertientes. Por un lado, se encuentra la forma de ser del tico promedio, al que se lo retrata como afable y trabajador. Por el otro, se ha granjeado fama de destino sostenible, lo que ha contribuido al arribo de muchos visitantes de distintas partes del globo.
Lograr este hito no fue algo que sucedió repentinamente. Más a
Cu Lao Cham is known as a beautiful island with various wild animals and legendary landscapes.
When touring Cham Islet, or Cu Lao Cham in Hoi An ancient city in Quang Nam Province, you are bewitched by splendid landscapes with wonderful sandy beaches, forest covered hills and the glorious clear, blue sea.
With primitive landscape, the islet is an ideal destination in Vietnam tourism. This place is suitable for camping, swimming and scuba-diving to explore the coral reefs and beautiful marine life.
To reach Long Hai, Saigonese travelers have to go along Hanoi Highway to Vung Tau T-junction and turn right onto National Road 51. When you reach the T-junction at Ba Ria Township, go straight to Long Dien Town and Long Hai Beach.
In contrast with the busy atmosphere in the neighbouring Vung Tau Sea, Long Hai Beach in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province is quiet and peaceful with its beautiful, blue sea and primitive surroundings.
Dinh Co Temple seen from Long Hai Beach in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province
To reach
It's getting towards the time of year where many Brits decide to take a last-minute summer break.
There may be all sorts of great deals on flights abroad which tourists can grab at the last minute, but there are plenty of reasons to opt for a 'stay-cation' in the UK instead.
It's been predicted that as many as eight million Brits will choose to holiday in their home country this summer. Here are five reasons why this might be a great idea for you this year as well.
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Saturday, June 29, 2013
Heart of the Hamptons Ball. Widely recognized as a premier philanthropic and festive event in the Hamptons, the Heart of the Hamptons Ball has raised over $2.5 million for the American Heart Association since it began 16 years ago. An elegant and diverse representation of the corporate, medical and social communities from the Hamptons, Long Island and New York City, this event celebrates the community’s support of the life-saving mission of the American Heart Association.T
Central America forms a bridge literally between North and South America, which throughout its three million year history has served as a natural biological passageway between the two continents. In the last century, however, much of that corridor has been destroyed by farming and urbanization.
Biologists have determined that biological corridors are one of the most effective methods of conserving biodiversity to maintain genetic fluency between populations of species and prevent against their po
Dubai, one of the largest emirates in the UAE is home to some of the best bars in the Middle East. Spend your day while enjoying shopping in best of the malls and add a unique excitement to your evening in the city’s bars. Book cheap Flights to Dubai and visit the following bars:
360º Bar
The spectacular bar is located at luxurious Jumeirah Beach Hotel. The rooftop bar allows you to admire the scintillating view of Dubai skyline. The bar is considered as one of the best spots to enjoy top cla
Reflexología se refiere al masaje en los pies para diagnosticar y curar enfermedades. Sus orígenes modernos se remontan a la década de 1930. En aquel tiempo, Eunice Ingham (1889-1974) mezcló los principios de la navaja de Ockham con las enseñanzas del Dr. William Fitzgerald. Estas últimas fueron publicadas en la obra Zone Therapy (1917), que dieron como resultado la disciplina actual. A diferencia de Fitzgerald, Ingham eliminó todas las 10 zonas de energía excepto la correspondiente a los pies.
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One of the most brilliantly beautiful tropical birds is definitely the Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao). Its loud, raucous squawks carry for miles, so usually you hear them before you see them. When you do sight a Scarlet Macaw in the wild, they are breathtaking – fire engine red bodies with sunshine yellow and royal blue wing feathers tinged with a bit of green, and a distinct stark white patch around both eyes.
An endangered species, Scarlet Macaws live in tropical forests from Mexico to South America
For reasons that certainly don’t need repeating, until fairly recently informing your nearest and dearest you’re considering a vacation in Colombia might’ve been considered grounds for dialing the dudes in the white coats. But these days, the country’s capital is optimistic, as safe as anywhere in Latin America, and in the midst of a boom in restaurants, la rumba (nightlife), and the economy and society in general. Apart from an impressive mountain setting and comfily cool weathe
Are there many people say that travelling extensively associated to the massive costs?
It may be a good idea to share our thoughts with all of you. So here goes.
We know there’s so many people out there that has been to many places and had far better experiences through their travels than we do. There are heaps of travelers out there who’s on the Round The World trip right now. We do know there are many more who does not travel as often. While this is true to many different cultures, it is especia
Visiting the Revered Nguyen Sinh Sac historical site in Vietnam travel, tourists have a chance to learn about Vietnamese people’s greatest leader of all time, Ho Chi Minh president. However, the site was built to commemorate his revered father, Nguyen Sinh Sac.
Anyone who has traveled to Vietnam does not know about Ho Chi Minh, an intelligent and courageous man. The site was built to commemorate, not Ho Chi Minh president, but his revered father, Nguyen Sinh Sac.
Situated right in Cao Lanh city, N
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Hamptons Social Network presents "Saturday at ArtHamptons" 3-8 pm. You're invited to attend one of the top social & art events in the Hamptons! Meet 75 prominent art dealers from 11 countries. Sculpture Fields of Nova's Ark. 60 Millstone Rd, Bridgehampton. (631) 283-5505
Join us for these upcoming special events:
Sat. July 8th, 4-5:30pm - Meet Faith Ringgold: Legendary African American artist and winner of this year's 2013 Artist Lifetime Achievement Award. This event is ho
Kim Boi, Bang, Van Hoi, Binh Chau... one of the most famous hot springs by the heat and natural beauty in Viet Nam.
1. Kim Boi Hot Spring in Hoa Binh
If you want to take a day off after long tiring journeys, Kim Boi Hot spring is the ideal place. About 30km drive from Hoa Binh town, tourists in Vietnam travel can easily access Ha Bi commune, Kim Boi district. The district covers an area of 682 km2 and lies in the hot spring of a mineral stream.
Clear water continually spouts from the fountains, ge
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¿Alguna vez ha estado dentro de un cuento de hadas? No hace falta quedarse en harapos y ser Cenicienta. Basta con volar hasta Praga, la capital de la República Checa, situada en la región de Bohemia, en medio de campos irreales. Todo está limpísimo, las agujas de las iglesias se elevan al cielo, los caballos que tiran de los coches para turistas son casi modelos de alta costura, las fachadas están ricamente decoradas, los tejados son de un rojo irreal, los puentes se aline
