For the Culture Vulture

CULTURE Attractions of Australia will provide a single point of contact for travellers, trade partners and media to access premium, behind-the-scenes cultural experiences in iconic locations. 

As a collective, its strength lies in the diversity and iconic nature of the sites and collections represented, as well as the direct connection they hold with the people and cultures of #Australia. 

The founding members of Cultural Attractions of Australia are Adelaide Oval, Arts Centre Melbourne, Australian War Memorial, WA Maritime Museum, Fremantle Prison, Melbourne Cricket Ground, MONA, National Gallery of Australia, National Gallery of Victoria, Opera Australia, Parliament House, Port Arthur Historic Site, Qantas Founders Museum Longreach, Sovereign Hill and Sydney Opera House. 

Each of these institutions has developed one or more rare, premium experiences, ensuring unrivalled access and attention for their guests who can expect the unexpected.  

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Panoramic views from the heart of Bangkok

THAILAND'S highest 360-degree observation deck and rooftop bar at 314 meters high, offering spectacular panoramic views of the city from Thailand's tallest building. The new premium attraction opened its doors to the public on 16 November 2018. 

Located on the 74th, 75th and 78th floor of the King Power Mahanakhon Building, highlights of the indoor and outdoor observation deck include one of the world's largest glass tray floors, Thailand's highest Rooftop Bar, and Thailand's fastest video-themed elevators -- which allows visitors to ascend to the 74th floor in 50 seconds.

Situated in the heart of Bangkok's central business district and directly connected to Chong Nonsi BTS station, the attraction is to become a global landmark destination.

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New global campaign to boost inbound tourism

NATIONAL tourism agency VisitBritain is this week launching a new global campaign for 2018 to boost inbound tourism to Britain. The campaign ‘I Travel For…’ uses short films and story-telling to shine the spotlight on unexpected experiences and less-explored destinations in #Britain, alongside its globally renowned and iconic landmarks and attractions. The campaign aligns the passions that motivate people to #travel with experiences that can only be had in Britain, inspiring overseas visitors to book a trip right now.


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Barcelona opens its doors

BARCELONA invites you to visit all of its architectural to observe, understand and question the value architecture and its relation to Catalan society and culture with 48 H Open House Barcelona. The festival opens in the first week of October. This event is free for all and will include guided tours, information guides for visitors to explain each of the houses they’re visiting.

Some of the houses include famous landmarks like Casa Vicens, el Mercat de Sant Antoni, while there are also some lesser known sites in the ten other neighborhoods of #Barcelona. Mark your calendars for 27 & 28 October 2018. The event promises visitors an appreciation of the value of good architecture and urbanism, opening over 200 great buildings of different styles, forms, and sizes to the public.

The program is built around the broad network of buildings that will open their doors to the public and it is set within the six Barcelona boroughs (Barcelona, Santa Coloma de Gramenet, Vilassar de Dalt, Sant Joan Despí, Badalona and L’Hospitalet de Llobregat). 

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The Space Needle gets a modern twist

THE Space Needle is the celebrated icon of #Seattle, second only to the Eiffel Tower in Paris as the most easily-identified global skyline feature. Built for the 1962 Seattle World's Fair, it continues to symbolize the leading-edge innovation and technology that the city is known for and serves as a beacon into the future.

Now one of the world's most recognizable landmarks, is unveiling a dramatically different visitor experience employing a modern twist on the ingenuity and innovation of the original 1962 World's Fair build. 

Walls, barriers – even floors – have been removed and replaced with structural glass revealing a visceral experience the visionary designers of the Space Needle could only dream of. The new, multi-level tower features the world's first, and only, revolving glass floor delivering wide-open views as guests float above Seattle.

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Angkor Wat is world’s #1 landmark for two years in a row

CAMBODIA'S Angkor Wat has again been named the world’s best-rated landmark, announced by TripAdvisor making it the second year running the historic sight in Asia has topped the list.

Located in Siem Reap, Angkor Wat is a temple complex, which was originally constructed in the early 12th century as a Hindu temple of god Vishnu for the Khmer Empire. Towards the end of the 12th century the temple gradually transformed into the Buddhist temple it is today. #AngkorWat is the largest religious monument in the world, measuring an impressive 402 acres.

Top-rated experience: Private Full-Day Angkor Temple and Sunset Viewing – tickets start from £29.30 per person, dependent on group size.

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Top Tower

THE Tower of London has been named as the best-rated landmark in the UK in the Travellers’ Choice TM awards for Landmarks, announced by the travel planning and booking site, TripAdvisor. 

The UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of the Crown Jewels, beat out last year’s winner, Big Ben, to claim the top spot. The historic London landmark has also been named the ninth best-rated landmark in Europe and jumped to 15th in the world – despite not making the world’s top 25 list, last year.

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Travel bragging

‘TRAVEL BRAGGING’ posts that are filling up your social feeds show no sign of slowing down but now thanks to the world’s first #TravelBrag Artificial Intelligence (AI) analysis, Hotels.com reveals what’s topping the brag charts in destinations around the world, so you can choose your next trip wisely. Brags about #Melbourne and #Sydney show that international travellers are flocking to our shores for Aussie famous sport, culture and landmarks. 

TOP 5 MELBOURNE BRAGS 1. Art galleries 2. Mrs Macquarie’s Chair 3. Sydney Kings 4. Circular Quay 5. Sydney Harbour 

TOP 5 SYDNEY BRAGS 1. Melbourne Cricket Ground 2. Seasons (relating to the weather) 3. Rooftop bars 4. St Paul’s Cathedral 5. National Gallery of Victoria   


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Travel back to The Alamo

THE Alamo’s iconic battleground and stories are being brought to life through an upcoming augmented and virtual reality experience It’s a groundbreaking union of technology and historical accuracy launching at one of the nation’s most significant landmarks.

One of the world’s most famous battle sites, the Alamo, is being recreated through an unparalleled union of historical scholarship and augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR). Alamo Reality’s Experience Real History: Alamo Edition, is set to debut March 1, 2018 during San Antonio’s 300th birthday celebration and the 182nd anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo. Currently, the #Alamo is the most-visited site in #Texas. This interactive photoreal journey back in time will greatly enhance the overall visitor experience, and is expected to increase the time and quality of visitation. 

The Alamo Reality app will be free and available to download on both iOS and Android devices. 


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Be inspired in Otago

TOURISM New Zealand has welcomed the launch of Landmarks Whenua Tohunga in Otago, which recognises 12 of the region’s most important historic and cultural sites. The initiative is designed to inspire locals and visitors – both domestic and international – to learn more about the places and stories that have shaped #NewZealand.

The Landmarks-recognised sites are located across the region, encouraging people to travel to less-visited areas of Otago.

Otago is a region in the South Island its major tourist centres being Queenstown, a lakeside resort town which is a magnet for adventure sports and Wanaka which is the gateway to the Southern Alps Mount Aspiring National Park.

Sites recognised by Landmark in Otago include:

• Arrowtown
• Bannockburn Sluicings
• Dunedin Railway Station
• Hayes Engineering Works
• Historic Oamaru
• Kawarau Suspension Bridge
• Larnach Castle
• Olveston
• Otago Central Rail Trail
• Taieri Gorge Railway
• Totara Estate
• TSS Earnslaw

Information about Landmarks will be made available to tourists via the i-SITE Visitor Network and at www.landmarks.nz.

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Paddington's Pop-Up London unveiled ahead of movie launch

FIVE spectacular pop-up book installations featuring Michael Bond’s much-loved bear will appear at iconic landmarks and attractions across #London from Monday 23 October – 3 December 2017, ahead of the film’s eagerly awaited release in UK Cinemas on 10 November 2017.

In PADDINGTON 2, #Paddington discovers an exceptional pop-up book in Mr Gruber’s antique store. Taking inspiration from this, these five stunning free attractions will be open for everyone to enjoy, with installations appearing across the Capital and featuring some of London’s most famous landmarks: Westminster, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus. The pop-ups will appear at the following popular tourist spots: Peter’s Hill (St Paul’s), Tower Bridge, Paddington Station, Peninsula Square (The O2) and Bankside (Tate Modern).

Families coming to London this half term will be able to discover Paddington’s Pop-Up London, which will lead them on a treasure hunt across the city, as they journey from pop-up book to pop-up book to discover a secret word. They will then be able to enter a competition on www.visitlondon.com/paddington2 to win a Paddington Afternoon tea journey for all the family, aboard the iconic Belmond British Pullman train.

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Play London

PLAY London with Mr Bean is an interactive mobile Match-3 game with geo-location features, starring an animated Mr Bean character visiting scores of tourist attractions in central and outer #London. 

Launching later this year on iOS and Android the game will engage with visitors to the city and help them discover London’s hidden tourist gems, and the city’s cultural and foodie highlights. It will feature hidden treasures and great offers that can be found all over the city.

By spending time playing the game, players will be able to pick up vouchers which they can then cash in for discounts when they holiday in London and find great offers on locations around the city. Discounts may include free Wi-Fi, or money off hotel room rates and at famous visitor attractions.

www.play.london

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Top Ten Landmarks in the USA

FOR those planning to visit an award-winning landmark this year, TripAdvisor has identified top-rated tours and experiences in the #USA all bookable on TripAdvisor.

Top 10 Landmarks in the U.S.:

1. Golden Gate Bridge - San Francisco, California

This 4,200-foot marvel of engineering opened 80 years ago and remains the signature landmark of San Francisco.   Top-rated tour: San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour - book on TripAdvisor from $55 per person

2. Lincoln Memorial - Washington, D.C.

The iconic marble statue of America's 16th president presides over the National Mall as an enduring monument to the nation's cherished values of freedom and equality.   Top-rated tour: Washington DC Monuments Bike Tour - book on TripAdvisor from $40 per person

3. Alcatraz Island - San Francisco, California

Impenetrable and escape-proof, Alcatraz operated as a prison for only 29 years, housing America's most notorious criminals in infamous conditions. Top-rated tour: Alcatraz Tour plus Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods and Sausalito Day Trip - book on TripAdvisor from $79 per person

4. Grand Central Terminal - New York City, New York

Grand Central's stunning Beaux-Arts design, a delight to tourists, is also a prime example of art serving function: more than 750,000 commuters pass through daily.  Top-rated tour: Grand Central Indoor Food Tour - book on TripAdvisor from $89 per person.

5. Statue of Liberty - New York City, New York

Lady Liberty's lighted torch serves as a symbol of welcome and inclusion to all those hoping to make a better life in a new world.

Top-rated tour: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour - book on TripAdvisor from $55 per person

6. USS Arizona Memorial - Honolulu, Hawaii

The USS Arizona Memorial floats above the submerged battleship and honors the thousands of Americans who died during the attack on Pearl Harbor. "The memorial offers a unique perspective, both emotionally and visually," a TripAdvisor reviewer commented.

Top-rated tour: Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbor and Punchbowl Sightseeing Tour - book on TripAdvisor from $50 per person

7. Empire State Building - New York City, New York

Spanning 102 floors and more than 1,450 feet, this Art Deco masterpiece is arguably America's most iconic skyscraper. A TripAdvisor reviewer advised, "There's no better place to see the city lights than from the observation deck at night."  Top-rated tour: Empire State Building Tickets - Observatory and Optional Skip the Line Tickets - book on TripAdvisor from $34 per person

8. Rockefeller Center - New York City, New York

Shop, stroll, skate or search the skyline at this sprawling, soaring complex of office buildings, stores, restaurants and public art. Top-rated tour: Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Tour - book on TripAdvisor from $41 per person

9. St. Patrick's Cathedral - New York City, New York

This magnificent Neo-Gothic cathedral, famed for its classic spires and beautiful stained glass, is a National Historic landmark and still a local parish church.
Top-rated tour: NYC Highlights Small-Group Tour - book on TripAdvisor from $74 per person

10. Biltmore Estate - Asheville, North Carolina

Take a trip to the Gilded Age of the late 19th century at this lavish, expansive estate that contains a chateau, winery, farm, shops and restaurants. One TripAdvisor reviewer called it "a beautiful example of the excesses of wealth and a real work of art. In the spring, the gardens have the most beautiful flowers."

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TripAdvisor Announces World's Top Landmarks With Travelers' Choice Awards

THE awards honor 706 landmarks in 82 countries.

"These iconic sights are cultural and historical touchstones for visitors across the globe," said Barbara Messing, chief marketing officer for TripAdvisor. "Summer is the perfect time for travelers to plan a visit to one of these landmarks. To enhance the experience at many of these signature places, visitors can book tours on TripAdvisor that offer unique perspectives or special VIP access."

Top 10 Landmarks in the World:

1.   Angkor Wat - Siem Reap, Cambodia
2.   Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
3.   Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba - Cordoba, Spain
4.   St. Peter's Basilica - Vatican City, Italy
5.   Taj Mahal - Agra, India
6.   Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood - St. Petersburg, Russia
7.   Great Wall at Mutianyu - Beijing, China
8.   Machu Picchu - Machu Picchu, Peru
9.   Plaza de Espana - Seville, Spain
10. Duomo di Milano - Milan, Italy

For the complete list of the 2017 Travelers' Choice Landmarks winners, as well as reviews and candid traveler photos, go to: www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Landmarks


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See Wiltshire from the air

AERIAL film capturing the beauty of the English county of Wiltshire has been launched on www.visitwiltshire.co.uk/videos, giving visitors bird’s eye views of the breathtaking countryside and iconic attractions including Stonehenge and Avebury.

The film is titled ‘What view did you wake up to this morning?’ and is the first of a three-part series.

Fiona Errington, marketing manager at VisitWiltshire says: ‘This footage will encourage more domestic and international visitors to come and see the magnificent Wiltshire countryside and iconic landmarks and views we have. We are working closely with VisitBritain, VisitEngland, and VisitWiltshire partners to ensure this is shared online and via social media channels.’

Other landmarks and heritage sites seen in the film include Salisbury Cathedral, Malmesbury Abbey, Old Sarum, the White Horses, Silbury Hill, West Kennet Long Barrow, The Ridgeway, and the Kennet & Avon Canal,

To see the films, go to www.visitwiltshire.co.uk/videos

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Win a night in the Eiffel Tower

HOMEAWAY is giving guests from around the globe a chance to make history as the first to ever to sleep over in the world's most iconic landmark: the #EiffelTower in Paris, #France. 

Travellers can enter a #contest at homeaway.com/eiffel-tower to win an extraordinary vacation this summer, including the opportunity to stay in custom-built accommodation inside the Eiffel Tower by answering the question: What would you do if the HomeAway Eiffel Tower apartment was all yours for a night?

Four winners from different parts of the world, along with up to five guests each, will sleep on the first level of Paris' top real estate location.

HomeAway's Eiffel Tower apartment, created by a Parisian designer in time for the UEFA EURO 2016 football tournament, will host the different groups on June 23, June 28, July 4, and July 8. The prize also includes three additional nights in Paris at a HomeAway vacation rental, round-trip transport, and a gourmet dinner in HomeAway's Eiffel Tower apartment.

Winners will be announced on June 10, the day the tournament kicks off in Paris.

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See Lisbon from the river

THINKING about a break in #Lisbon? The River Tagus, says the city’s #tourism office, gives visitors the opportunity to see a different side of #Portugal’s capital. 

Amphibious tours promise a fun experience, especially when stepping from land into the water – on the same vehicle. The 90-minute tours plunge into the river for visitors to see monuments such as the Belém Tower (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Padrão dos Descobrimentos, among many others, from the ‘other side’. www.hippotrip.com 

A colony of bottlenose dolphins made the Sado Estuary Nature Reserve their permanent home a few years ago. Visitors can spot up to 30 dolphins, which live in the warm waters of the estuary and its adjacent coastline, the coast of Tróia and Arrábida. Dolphin watching tours depart daily from these two locations, which are easily linked to the Portuguese capital via public transport. www.vertigemazul.com /www.sadoarrabida.pt 

Visitors to Lisbon can put their sailing skills to the test by taking a sailing lesson in the river’s calm waters. No previous experience is needed, as a team of sailors will teach essential sailing terms and manoeuvres, including hoisting the sails, tacking and docking the boat. www.lisbonbyboat.com /www.palmayachts.pt /www.lisbonbysail.com.pt

Adrenaline lovers looking to see Lisbon's landmarks at full speed can board one of the speed boats which race across the Lisbon coast. A raincoat is highly recommended! www.lisbonbyboat.com / www.veltagus.com 

Birthdays, anniversaries, family re-unions, christenings and weddings can be more memorable if celebrated while sailing along the river. On board a schooner and with beautiful views of Lisbon, visitors can enjoy special occasions with an on-board catering service and music.  www.leaoholandes.com /www.lisbonbysail.com / www.lisbonbyboat.com / www.vertigemazul.com /www.seaventy.pt   

A traditional sightseeing tour along the river is recommended to see the very best of Lisbon with no traffic involved, from Praça do Comercio and Cais do Sodré to the Christ the King Statue and Parque das Nações, characterized by its futuristic buildings. There are also dinner cruises, day-long as well as longer options for visitors who wish to explore not only the Portuguese capital but also places further afield. www.transtejo.pt / www.lisbonbyboat.com / www.dreamboats.com /www.taguscruises.com /www.sailingwithnigel.com  

Direct flights to Lisbon operate from London, Manchester, Liverpool, Edinburgh, and Bristol with TAP Portugal, British Airways, easyJet, and Ryanair.

www.visitlisboa.com

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Eiffel Tower tops world landmarks poll

THE proud emblem of Paris – the Eiffel Tower – is the most iconic landmark in the world, according to a UK poll commissioned by British Airways.

The instantly recognizable structure, constructed by Gustave Eiffel in 1889, was found to be more popular among Brits than the Grand Canyon and London’s Big Ben – which came second and third respectively.

The poll of 2,000 adults revealed other celebrated landmarks in the top 30 list, including the Acropolis in Athens and Machu Picchu in Peru.

1. Eiffel Tower – Paris 

2. The Grand Canyon – USA

3. Big Ben – London

4. Stonehenge – England

5. Houses of Parliament – London

6. Statue of Liberty – New York

7. The Pyramids of Giza – Egypt

8. Great Wall of China

9. Tower of Pisa – Italy

10. Niagara Falls – US/Canada

11. The Taj Mahal – India

12. The Colosseum – Italy

13. The Great Sphinx – Egypt

14. Edinburgh Castle – Scotland

15. Empire State Building – US

16. Sydney Opera House – Australia

17. Mount Everest – Nepal

18. Pompeii – Italy

19. Golden Gate Bridge – US

20. Ayres Rock – Australia

21. Great Barrier Reef – Australia

22. Loch Ness – Scotland

23. The Canals of Venice – Venice

24. Acropolis of Athens

25. The Louvre – Paris

26. Machu Picchu – Peru

27. Christ the Redeemer – Brazil

28. The Hollywood Sign – Los Angeles

29. The White House – US

30. Mount Rushmore – US


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Forth Bridge wins World Heritage status

#SCOTLAND has won UNESCO World Heritage Site status for the Forth Bridge. 

The red bridge which has carried trains across the Forth since 1890 now ranks alongside the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Wall of China, and the Sydney Opera House in terms of cultural significance, plus other World Heritage sites in Scotland: New Lanark, St Kilda, the Old and New Towns in Edinburgh, Neolithic Orkney, and the Antonine Wall.

Designed by Sir John Fowler and Benjamin Baker, it measures 1.5 miles, weighs 53,000 tons, and was at the time the world's longest multi-span cantilever bridge.

The UNESCO inspection report stated: ‘This enormous structure, with its distinctive industrial aesthetic and striking red colour, was conceived and built using advanced civil engineering design principles and construction methods. Innovative in design, materials and scale, #theForthBridge is an extraordinary and impressive milestone in bridge design and construction during the period when railways came to dominate long-distance land travel.’

#VisitScotland chairman Mike Cantlay said the award would lend ‘even greater aura and appeal to one of the planet's most instantly recognizable landmarks’.

There are now more than 1,000 World Heritage Sites across the globe, in 161 countries. Of these, 29 are British, including the Tower of London, the Giant's Causeway, the city of Bath, and Stonehenge.

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