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EXPERIENCE A WORLD UNKNOWN: FOUR
CULTURES TO SPICE UP YOUR TRAVELS
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Unearth the Eurasian oases of Morocco, Turkey, India and Abu
Dhabi
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ona de travelers, read on. Its true that an exclusive
getaway to a tropical island doesnt get oldhowever,
every jetsetter needs a surge of novel adventure now and
then.
Explore these fresh ideas for your next travel destination
and
uncover the most luxurious ways to trek through Morocco,
Turkey, India and Abu Dhabi.
MOROCCO
For centuries, Moroccos second largest city, Marrakech
is where travelers have gone to indulge. From the souks
tucked away in alleys, to the gardens and lake-sized pools,
this
is Morrocos city of leisure. Make sure to swing by the city
square, Djemaa el Fna and the wondrous Marrakech Museum
but most importantly, when visiting, treat yourself to a stay
at
Villa des Orangersa reason alone to relish in Morocco.
A Relais & Chteaux property, Villa des Orangers (a quick
walk from the Koutoubia Mosque) is a pleasure palace. Every
detail of this hotel has been carefully selected to make
guests
stays relaxing and sophisticatedfrom the grand dcor and
craftsmanship, the lush gardens, to the three swimming
pools,
a luxury stay in Marrakech has been redened. The hotel
boasts twenty-one apartments, six deluxe rooms and even
a private Riad, with 2 solarium suites, a winter lounge and
a
private pool.Guests can experience gourmet cuisine and the avor
of one
thousand and one nights at Villa des Orangers two
restaurants.
For an authentic taste of Morocco, dig into theMarbr of
Quail
(winter vegetables with duck fois gras and wild mushrooms
salad) or the Chicken Tagine(with apricots and nuts). Take
the
time to enjoy Villa des Orangers massage rooms, beauty salon
and tness facility or slow down to sip mint tea and indulge
in
Moroccan pastries by the intimate courtyard.
6 Rue Sidi Mimoun40000 Marrakech, Morocco
T: +212 (0) 524 385 104
villadesorangers.com
TURKEY
Straddling west Asia and southeastern Europe, Turkey is a
crossroads where historic castles exist amongst breathtaking
mountains and hot springs. With a wealth of unique
experiences
such as iconic archeological sites, ski mountains and warm
Mediterranean waters, it is not surprising that Turkey has
risen
as a travel hotspot.
If youre visiting Turkey and cannot resist the urge for a
beachfront holiday, skip Istanbul and Kusadasi and make
your way to Bodrum, Turkeys southwest coast. The Bodrum
Penninsula, what is regarded by many as the St. Tropez of
Turkey, boasts sweeping cliff tops and a sailboat-speckled
harbor. The chic seaside village attracts Euro globe-trotterson
holiday and bon vivants year-round. The rows and rows
of little white houses against a hilly landscape is a
spectacle
in itself.
