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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Best Ideas for Halloween 2014

As the Halloween comes closer, new plans start to be composed. Whether you are in New York or Capetown, there are hundreds of events where you can celebrate this creepy funny party. Here is a mini list of events for you to enjoy Halloween between 30 October-1 November 2014. Get on down this Halloween– it’s the one occasion when your scary dance moves are acceptable.

1. New YorkThere’s more to Halloween in NYC than ghosts, ghouls, costumes and candy! NYC offers the best Halloween parties with events, shows, parties, parades and scariest haunted houses. Halloween Howl, Halloween Murder Mystery, Thrills the World, Halloween Costume Parade and Party, Annual Halloween Party at New Museum and Haunted Mansion Party is going to hit this year’s Halloween. Galahotels.com/NewYork

2. Amsterdam
The Underworld Halloween Costume Party & Festival, Fox Halloween Parade & Party, Night of the Living Dead & Halloween Hairball, Freak Circus: Haunted House are the main events occurring in Halloween-Amsterdam. It seems that Amsterdam’s gonna be hot once more on October 31.Galahotels.com/Amsterdam

3. Madrid
In Madrid The Warner Park and Parque de Atracciones are those that celebrate the best Halloween parties in Madrid. Put on your most scariest costumes and attend these creepy parties in the capital city of Spain.Galahotels.com/Madrid

4. Berlin
On October 31, Berlin seems to be dreadful with its events; Filmpark Babelsberg, Kulturbrauerei,  the Boat Trip of Horror and Tierpark Berlin. The boat trips, parties and concerts are worth attending as October is one of the best times to enjoy Berlin. Galahotels.com/Berlin

5. Istanbul
Being an international and intercultural city, Istanbul celebrates this Halloween once again with its thrilling and crazy night parties. Halloween Night Party at Valentin, Halloween Party at Garajistanbul, Propaganda Istanbul and Mental Hospital at 360 Moda are the top events upcoming on October 31. Galahotels.com/Istanbul

6. Paris
This year, the biggest Halloween event in Paris will be at Disneyland. Become suitably spooked, as Disneyland Paris becomes happily haunted for Halloween with cheerful chills around every corner. You can also visit a ”ghost tour,” called Mysteries of Paris. Also Père Lachaise is a choice where you can capture the freaky spirit. Galahotels.com/Paris

7. London
Before being too cold for London, Halloween would be a good reason to visit the city. Halloween Raveyard, Vamp and Vampire Ball, The Mexican Death Disco, Halloween Festival Twisted Circus and Halloween Special at Egg London is celebrating the night lunatic through Halloween. Galahotels.com/London

8. Shanghai 
Among the glamorous city lights of Shangai, celebrating Halloween would exactly be one of the best things to do in the city. Night Of The Walking Dead Crawl-Halloweek, Halloween Pub Crawl and Halloween Weekend Run are the top events occuring in October 31. This will exactly be flashy and wild! Galahotels.com/Shanghai

9. Melbourne
Halloween Extravaganza at Elsternwick Cricket Club, Halloween Festival at Coal Creek, Korumburra, True Blood - Halloween by Top Shelf Entertainment and Halloween Cemetery Night Tour in Melbourne are the best things you can do in Melbourne and maybe in Australia. Get your crazy costumes and attend one of the parties to get your groove on! Galahotels.com/Melbourne

10. Capetown
As being one of the most beautiful cities, Capetown will be celebrating this Halloween with Halloween Party at La Med,  Shortstraw Halloween Party, Sugary Treats & Wine Pairing and The Halloween Slaughter. Don’t ever hessitate if you desire to catch the real spirit of this amusing traditional party, Capetown would be the right place. Galahotels.com/Capetown

The events are all ok but do you have a costume yet? How about being the High school horror zombie cheerleader, He-Man, a Ghost Buster or an Oktoberfest beer maid in Halloween? This year, Halloween will be on October 31, and the excitement of choosing a costume has started. We have plenty of ideas for your unique costumes for the party, and each one can be easily found in the spots selling costumes.  

1. If you want something deadly,

2. A cartoon hero,

3.Something more yummy,

4. Maybe an event symbol,

5. Or a Flasback is your style.

These are the trends of Halloween costumes for 2014 and top 10 cities where you can celebrate this traditional thrilling party are specified. The only thign you should do is get your costumes, plan your route and attend the parties, parades and shows. You can easily book your rooms at Galahotels.com with3D Secure Payment and Best Rate Guarantee!
Happy Freaky Halloween :)

Hong Kong Travel Guide

This mysterious city of skyscrapers, ancient traditions and heavenly food will fascinate, whether it’s your first visit or your 50th.
Top Things to Do:
Victoria Peak:  Standing at 552m, Victoria Peak is the highest point on Hong Kong Island. The Peak is also one of the most visited spots by tourists in Hong Kong, and it’s not hard to see why. Outstanding views of the vibrant metropolis, dense woods, easy but spectacular walks. Buy a ticket for the 125-year-old Peak Tram, take in the postcard views, then take a devastating nature walk or bus ride back down to Central. For hotels nearby visit Galahotels.com/VictoriaPeak

Tin Hau Temples: Fishermen and sailors throughout the centuries have served Tin Hau-the goddess of the sea- for protection, which is why you’ll often find a Tin Hau temple right beside the waterfront. The oldest and largest of these is Tin Hau Temple in Joss House Bay, Sai Kung, which was built in 1266 and is now a Grade I historical building. Never skip visiting a Tin Hau Temple in Hong Kong!
Tian Tan Budha: On a hill above the monastery sits the Tian Tan Buddha, a seated representation of Lord Gautama 34m high, weighs 202 tonnes. The large bell within the Buddha is controlled by computer

and turns 108 times during the day to symbolise escape from what Buddhism calls the ‘108 troubles of mankind’. The symbol is also close to Hong KOng International Airport and you can easily book you rooms from  Galahotels.com/TianTanBuddha

Macau Day Trip: Another dreamland full of brilliant city lights and it is just an hour away, but quite different  from Hong Kong. The mega-resort and casino center that also has interesting historical sights. You can easily arrive to Macau by ferry from Hong Kong terminals which costs approximately 132 to 172 HKD. Explore Macau’s historical sites, such as the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ruins of St Paul and A-Ma Temple. Browse Macau hotels from Galahotels.com/Macau

For people from 7 to 70: Disneyland Hong Kong

Disneyland is now in a whole new light. Hong Kong Disneyland is putting on a show like you’ve never seen before! Each day, as the sunlight fades, millions of tiny lights will transform the park and present all your favorite attractions in the greatest light ever. In the park you can both enjoy the shows, parks and delight of shopping. For glamorous Disneyland hotels, just visit Galahotels.com/Disneyland

Ozone Bar: Being situated at the 118th floor, on top of the ICC center, the Ozone Bar is currently world’s highest bar. The bar is included in The Ritz Carlton, which occupies floors 102 to 118 of the ICC and it is the highest hotel in th world.  Galahotels.com/RitzCarlton

Try Something Traditional?

Hong Kong has a wide cuisine culture enriched by both Chinese, Buddhist and Western traditions. If you like fast food, you can try Pork Cutlet or Baked Pork Chop Rice. From th Buddhist culture, try Mantou and Buddha’s Delight. Need something to drink? Try Hong Kong style Milk Tea, Red Bean Ice or Sugarcane Juice.

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