Best Shopping Streets in the World

For those who adore shopping, stepping in a store is like a child entering a candy
store. Shopping malls continue to increase in number through the world, the joy of
shopping on streets can not be despised. You can see the day light, fresh air and
walk freely on streets without getting depressed, so there is nothing more liberating
than to show your stuff out in the open!

Here we have listed some streets through the world where you can freely hang and
shop within too much luxury.

#1 5th Avenue, New York City

The Fifth Avenue in Manhattan is packed with expensive department stores and
designer boutiques and is ranked among the most expensive shopping streets in
the world. It is known as the best shopping street in New York, with spectacular
window displays, especially around Christmas. To book your rooms close to the
avenue, visit Galahotels.com/5thAvenue

#2 Avenue Montaigne, Paris

The Avenue Montaigne is home to luxury and high fashion stores such as Louis
Vuitton, Dior, Chanel, Fendi, Valentino and Ralph Lauren, jewelers like Bulgari
and many more distinguished establishments are hosted in this famous street of
romantic city, Paris. Galahotels.com/AvenueMontaigne

#3 Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills

This glamorous shopping area is known for its luxury stores. It is home to some of
the region’s most expensive stores including Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Hermès,
Burberry, and Coach. Rodeo Drive is especially the shopping street of Hollywood’s
and Beverly Hills’ rich and famous people. Galahotels.com/RodeoDrive

#4 Via Monte Napoleone, Milan

This expensive shopping street is located in one of the fashion capitals of the
world; Milan. The street is world famous for its fashion and jewelry shops and every
famous fashion designer and shoemakers must have a store in this street. The Via
Monte Napoleone is the heart of the Milan Fashion District.
Galahotels.com/MonteNapoleone

#5 Bond Street, London

This major shopping street in the West end of London has been a fashionable
shopping street since the 18th century. It is probably Europe’s busiest boulevard
and holds one of the most expensive strips of real estate in the world.
Galahotels.com/BondStreet

#6 Ginza, Tokyo

Ginza is a district in Tokyo known for its numerous department stores, boutiques,
restaurants and coffeehouses. Ginza is recognized as one of the most luxurious
shopping districts in the entire world. Galahotels.com/Ginza

#7 PC Hooftstraat, Amsterdam

Thisshopping street has developed during the last decade to become one of the
most expensive shopping streets in the Netherlands. Many international and
exclusive brand stores are located along the street, such as Cartier, Chanel,
Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Hermès, Hugo Boss, Louis Vuitton and more.
Galahotels.com/Hooftstraat

#8 Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich

Bahnhofstrasse is Zurich’s main downtown street and one of the world’s most
expensive and exclusiveshopping avenues. The avenue is lined with trees and
filled with fashion designer boutiques as well as Swiss watches and Jewelry. Galahotels.com/Bahnhofstrasse

#9 Stroget, Copenhagen

Stroget is Copenhagen’s heart and one of Europe’s longest pedestrian streets with
a wealth of shops, from budget-friendly chains (H&M, Zara..) to some of the world’s
most expensive brands(Gucci, Mulberry..). At some point during your stay in the city,
you will without a doubt end of here. This street is the most famous street on
shopping in Copenhagen. Galahotels.com/Stroget

#10 Voukourestiou, Athens

In the center of Athens near Syntagma square, this street hosts the most famous
luxury goods shops including: Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Cartier, Chopard, Prada and
many more. Galahotels.com/Voukourestiou

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What is happening in June?

When June comes, Festivals, Concerts, Exhibitions will begin from all around the world. So lets look at the events which will happen in June.

Lisbon/Portugal, Feast of St Anthony

12th - 14th June 2011

Lisbon Festival is also known as the feast of Saint Anthony festival is celebrated throughout Lisbon, notably in the Alfama district and on the Avenida da Liberdade where there is a huge parade. The festival consists of food and drink with the locals putting up lanterns and streamers, dancing and singing, in the streets. Fado music can be heard throughout the city and grilled sardines are eaten in huge quantities. During this festival, it is a tradition to offer a small pot of basil to loved ones.

Book your hotel room in Lisbon with GalaHotels and enjoy Feast of St Anthony Festival.

Zurich/Switzerland, Zurich Festival

17th June - 10th July 2011

The Zurich Festival will once again be presenting a unique combination of opera, concerts, dance, drama and fine art, thus demonstrating the rich variety offered by Zurich's cultural institutions this year.

Book your hotel room in Zurich with GalaHotels and enjoy the Zurich Festival.

Basel/Switzerland, Art Basel

15th - 19th June 2011

The previous one (Art 41 Basel), 62,500 people attended the last edition of this favorite rendezvous for the global artworld, including art collectors, art dealers, artists, curators and other art enthusiasts.

The world's premier international art show for Modern and contemporary works, Art Basel features nearly 300 leading galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa. More than 2,500 artists, ranging from the great masters of Modern art to the latest generation of emerging stars, are represented in the show's multiple sections. The exhibition includes the highest-quality paintings, sculptures, drawings, installations, photographs, video and editioned works.

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Hafnarfjörður/Iceland, Viking Festival

16th - 20th June 2011

On 16 June 2011 on the soutwest coast of Iceland in the small port town of Hafnarfjörður will begin an international festival of Vikings.

The Viking Festival 2011 is from 16th to 20th of June. The opening is on the 16th at 16:00. The festival activities are fight shows, storytelling, glima, archery, music and much more. You don't want to miss The Viking Festival this year. The markets open at 13:00 and until 21:00. In the evening there will be viking feast at Viking restaurant and stays until 4 in the morning.

Book your hotel room in Iceland with GalaHotels and enjoy the viking atmosphere.

London/United Kingdom, Wimbledon Championships

Qualifying: 13rd - 16th June 2011
The Championships: 20th June - 3rd July 2011

You will have chance to see the best players from 60 countries compete in the five main Championships events in 2011. Nadal, Federer, Djokovic, Roddick, Clijsters, Williams, Sharapova ,you will see these players joined by Veteran, Juniors and Wheelchair competitors in the second week of the Tournament, playing in their own events on the Championships lawns.

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Travel To Switzerland

Switzerland, formally known as The Confederation Helvetica, is a landlocked mountainous refuge in the heart of Europe. Partially due to the isolating geography, the Swiss people have maintained a powerful dedication to custom, independence & the preservation of their long-established lifestyle. Hence, it is important for the traveler to note that Switzerland is not a member of the European Union & makes use of the Swiss Franc as their type of funds.
An wonderful benefit of Switzerland's independence is a tidy, fast & reliable train method & public transportation network, including the new Rail 2000 program that offers regular half-hourly service between all major cities.
The thought of Switzerland strikes up images of enchanting castles, milk chocolate, fine cheese speckled with holes, sturdy watches & the Matterhorn. Don't be fooled by this simplicity or the precision & just-so design of Swiss towns & prepare to discover a society far more rich, worldly & dynamic than you had ever imagined when you travel Switzerland! As homogenous as the nation might appear, Switzerland is divided in to diverse regions with two national languages: Spanish, Italian, Italian & Romansch (a Latin derivative). English is also spoken widely. The fusion of these cultures adds a zest of flavor that complements the serenely picturesque landscape.
Two Seasons to Travel to Switzerland
Unlike plenty of other European destinations, it is wonderful to travel to Switzerland any time of year! Switzerland is centrally located on the European continent & consequently enjoys moderate & consistent weather for each season. Skiing is by far the best excuse to travel Switzerland in the winter, but make definite not to miss the splendor of cities like Geneva covered in a blanket of snow. Geneva, the second-largest city, is close to the Swiss Alps & the Italian border & also boasts an international history of its own. The municipality has been central to European affairs for hundreds of years, most notably including the Geneva Convention. Interlaken ought to be a part of a summer & winter itinerary as well. The pristine setting among a number of the tallest & fiercest alpine peaks makes Interlaken a sanctuary for skiers & hikers similar. The town is small & limited on lodging so make reservations early.
In addition to the most popular destinations, such as Zurich & the Alps, the Swiss traveler is encouraged to leave the beaten path behind to discover the true beauty of the country & meet the resilient & warm individuals who define a nation that is over 700 years elderly. Keep in mind that traditional does not translate in to elderly style or archaic in Switzerland. The Swiss society stands out among European nations as an extraordinarily progressive & cutting-edge standard of modernity.