|
You are using an insecure version of your web browser. Please update your browser!
Using an outdated browser makes your computer unsafe. For a safer, faster, more enjoyable user experience, please update your browser today or try a newer browser.
|
|
News of castles, mansions, palaces and more… |
George Clooney’s Neighbors Furious Over Migrant Camps in Lake Como Celebrity Hideaway
GIUSEPPE CACACE/AFP/Getty Images by Jerome Hudson14 Jul 20160
14 Jul, 201614 Jul, 2016
SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER
Residents living near the secluded Italian lakeside paradise of Lake Como are reportedly furious at the migrant camps that have been set up just outside of immigration activists George and Amal Clooney’s multi-million dollar mansion.
“I don’t want them he… (View original article)
If you’ve walked through Central Park on a recent weekend, you’ve likely noticed lush grass, blooming flowers, and hordes of tourists and locals alike enjoying the city’s unofficial backyard. But a closer look reveals “the debilitating effects of time and modern use,” according to the Times, which is why the Central Park Conservancy is embarking a 10-year, $300 million campaign to fund repairs and restorations in the 843-acre open space.
“Forever Green: Ensuring the Future of Central… (View original article)
HMP Castle Huntly, near Dundee
Police Scotland is appealing for information after a pair of prisoners absconded from Castle Huntly.
Kieran Kiely, 23 and Daniel Hussain, 24, were reported missing at 4.20pm on Wednesday.
Kieran KielyIt is believed Hussain has connections in the Glasgow and Perth areas and Kiely in the Glasgow, Stirling and Fife areas.
Kiely is described as 5 ft 4 tall, stocky build with short dark hair.
Hussain is described as 5 ft 10 tall, m… (View original article)
Campaigners renewed calls for a Northumberland Day as they dug deep for the cause at Langley Castle.
Celebrating 30 years since American Dr Stuart Madnick took over the historic hotel, those behind the bid buried a time capsule in the grounds.
Langley Castle first introduced the idea of a special day to boost tourism in the county a year ago,
The time capsule was created in a huge Nebuchadnezzar champagne bottle and included architects drawings, a copy of the certific… (View original article)
You can buy the grand residence for US$10.9million.
Johnny Depp is reportedly selling his Venetian mansion, described as one of the city’s most important historical buildings.
Depp is of course currently mid-divorce from actress Amber Heard.
The actor reportedly paid US$9million for the dilapidated property in 2011 after falling in love with the city while filming The Tourist with Angelina Jolie in 2010. While incredibly run down at the time the grand residence boasted four floors, or more than 700 square metres of high, decorated painted ceilings, ornate columns and exposed beams. Depp apparently outbid an Arab prince for the mansion, one of the only available at the time that overlooks the Grand Canal… (View original article)
If it’s true that you get what you pay for, then you can expect a great deal from this set of ultra-expensive hotels. For those who don’t need to check the numbers at the bottom of the bill they’re signing, a world of unparalleled luxury awaits. Here are some of the world’s priciest rooms:
Royal Penthouse Suite, President Wilson Hotel, Geneva The Royal Penthouse Suite at the Wilson Hotel looks out over Switzerland’s beautiful Lake Geneva. Geneva itself is not known for being a budg… (View original article)
If you’re in the market for a home and have millions to spend, you could find a nice home on Vancouver’s west side.
Or you can roll on down the highway to a 14,000-square-foot mansion that comes with some musical heritage.
The realtors call it Bachman Estate. Back in 1975, Randy Bachman of the rock group Bachman-Turner Overdrive and formerly of The Guess Who built the sprawling mansion near Lynden, Washington.
He sold it year… (View original article)
Looking for a day trip filled with history and captivating exhibits? Take a drive to North Carolina’s second oldest town, New Bern, to visit Tryon Palace. Tryon Palace is North Carolina’s first permanent state capital building.
Upon my arrival in historic downtown New Bern, my first stop was at the North Carolina History Center where I purchased my ticket to tour Tryon Palace. I was warmly greeted as I walked inside by the helpful staff at the front de… (View original article)
Whoever buys this secluded mansion, surrounded by lush gardens on the outskirts of the city, can have all of the trappings needed for a Dubai magnate.
The completely rebuilt six-bedroom, 11-bathroom villa in Al Barari, a private housing complex aimed at the super wealthy, is on the market for a cool Dh50 million.
For the right price, property broker Luxhabitat says the seller will also throw in a Range Rover, a Porsche and a Rolls-Royce Ghost.
The house also comes … (View original article)
According to World Bank (World Bank) tourism is now the largest and fastest growing industry in the world. There are so many interesting places. Nevertheless, there are countries in which tourists are willing to come back again and again. Which are the most popular tourism countries? Which is tourism revenue by country? Check out top 10 countries attractive for all tourists around the world.
Tourism country ranking: 10. Thailand The number of tourists per year: 26.5 million.