By Shereen Shabnam Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, the epitome of Arabian waterfront luxury, is an oasis in the heart of the Emirates. Located on a private stretch of a one-kilometre-long beach, the hotel’s rooms and suites set the benchmark in exclusivity and comfort. Every room and villa features a balcony or terrace... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Etihad Towers is a sculptural feat in Abu Dhabi that offers the most amazing vantage points – with sweeping panoramic views over the vibrant city and Arabian Sea and is my favourite destination because of the famed Vakava Restaurant Pan Latin Grill & Lounge. Set in the most desirable and exclusive beachside... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam When looking for total relaxation, authentic local culture around every corner, unique natural surroundings, vibrant beaches, warm sunny days, and a bustling nightlife, Sochi is the ultimate destination as it attracts tourists from all over the world, including celebrities and the political elite of the country. Visitors to Sochi can experience first-hand... Continue Reading →

The Charming city of Nepal By Shereen Shabnam Exploring the city and outskirts of Kathmandu is an exciting and an intoxicating experience for visitors from around the globe with bustling streets, a large variety of flora and fauna, medieval temples and some of the best hiking and walking trails. The city has character with old... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam The first thing I fell in love with in Nashville, the music city was Nashville's premier hotel, the Gaylord Opryland Resort & convention center and the beautiful guitar exhibits. I went there to attend an IT conference with Epicor and expected a simple resort but the ambience, excitement and energy of the... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Dubrovnik in Croatia is a city for all seasons and one of the world’s most prominent tourist destinations. Surrounded by unique medieval ramparts, Dubrovnik attracts visitors for its rich history, mild climate, traditional hospitality and its many festivals, open-air events and architectural treasures. I explored Dubrovnik, a UNESCO registered protected world heritage site... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam My favourite place in Switzerland is Zermatt, situated far from the hustle and bustle of everyday life at an altitude of 1,600 metres above sea level. The historic village oozes with charm and the high street is lined with luxury shopping, world-class restaurants and local gatherings post the day’s adventures. I usually stay... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Lanzaroteis the perfect weather destination for holiday seekers almost all year round with diverse landscapesthat range fromvolcanic caves, lava lakes and craters, sandy beaches and transparent waters. The natural heritage areas, dramatic landscapes, bustling tourist towns, parks and long sandy beaches makes Lanzarote an island of exceptional beauty and an ideal place to visit. If... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Set in the Eternal City on the grounds of a 15 acre park, Rome, the spectacular Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Resort offers guests a home overlooking the best parts of the Vatican City. I spent a few days exploring the majestic hotel and its spa recently and left rested and relaxed... Continue Reading →

Geneva, Switzerland By Shereen Shabnam Switzerland is an addiction – once you set foot in the country, you have to head back every year to explore a new Swiss destination and after exploring Laax, Crans Montana and revisiting Gstaad and Zermatt last year, my latest adventure took me to again to Geneva, this time as... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam With rich cultural diversity and traditions as varied as it’s beautiful natural landscape alongside tall towers and a thriving business environment, Taiwan is full of surprises for visitors. My visit began with a tour of the Taipei 101, architecturallycreated guided with Feng Shui principles as a symbol of the evolution of technology and Asian... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam There are very few countries in the world that come close to the beauty of my home country Fiji Islands and theRepublic of Maldives is one of few that does come close. Located in the Indian Ocean, Maldives has 1,192 coral islands grouped in a double chain of 26 atollswith almost 400,000 inhabitants. We recently... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Veröffentlichung nur gegen Honorar und NamensnennungVues aériennes- ete soleil - Crans-Montana tourisme Valais - 2011 Omaire (PHOTO-GENIC.CH/ OLIVIER MAIRE) (PHOTO-GENIC.CH/ OLIVIER MAIRE) The Swiss Alps have so much more to offer than just winter sports and snowy mountains. The destination has visitors all year round and is just as popular in the... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam With the holidays approaching, there’s no better time to start planning for your winter getaway. Madrid is one of the most celebrated and beautiful places in the world and a magnet for elite international tourism and shopping is always top of the list for Madrid visitors. My daughter has a soft spot... Continue Reading →