If all roads lead to Rome, why not your honeymoon! Have you ever thought how exciting it would walk hand in hand and explore the medieval architecture? Honeymoon in Rome, Italy is a lifetime.

Rome, Italy is one of the major tourist destinations in Europe. Visitors come from all over the world to be part of this historic medieval splendor. Colosseum, Forum and Pantheon are some of the most explored tourist attractions of Rome.

Rome is home of the romantic lovers and honeymoon couples. It is a tradition among the favorite couples to make a wish and throw three coins in the Trevi Fountain, which is believed to bring good luck and do your true sentences. A montage of the Spanish Steps offers stunning views. You can also take your beloved to sip coffee in the Piazza Navona and give you some pleasant moments of life.

Vatican City has its own charm, the home of the Royal Cathedral of St. Peter. Spend time in quiet complex of the church and walk hand in hand around the fountains, statues and the impressive dome of the church. Vatican Museums is a paradise for lovers of art. “Get a glimpse of the masterpiece of Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael and the Sistine Chapel.

Travel is easier for travelers honeymoon to Rome with a train service connecting the city traffic all the most important parts of Europe. Leonardo da Vinci and Ciampino airport are the two main airports in Rome. Regular flights connect Rome to London, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam and many other major European cities.

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Romantic Rome Tourist Attractions

Some of the most popular and miss sights for tourists in Rome are:

1. Castel Sant’Angelo

2. Chamber of Deputies

3. Piazza Navona

4. Barberini Pallazzo

5. Palazzo di Giustizia

6. Piazza del Campidoglio

7. Palazzo Senatorio

8. Ponte Vittorio Emanuele

9. Spanish Steps

10. Trevi Fountain

11. Victor Manuel

The attractions of ancient Rome are:

1. Roman Forum

2. Arch of Constantine

3. Venus and Rome

4. Basilica of Maxentius

5. Temple of the Dioscuri

6. Temple of Saturn

7. Antoninus Pius

8. Roman Engineering

9. Vestal Virgins

10. Arch of Titus

11. Coliseum

12. Palatine

13. Domus Augustana

14. Domus Flavia

15. Stadium of Domitian

16. Stadium Exedra

17. Septimius Severus

18. Pantheon

19. Forum of Augustus

20. Markets of Trajan

21. Column of Trajan

22. Forum of Nerva

23. Roman Empire

24. The wreck excavation

The Arch of Constantine, also known as Arch of Constantine in Rome, next to the Colosseum. This arc of 25 meters was built in memory and honor of the victory of Constantine in the Battle of the Bridge Milvio.

Coliseum, one of the architectural wonders of the world that characterized the Roman architecture. The stadium was designed to show the battles to the death between gladiators and between gladiators and wild animals. The amphitheater is visited by many tourists throughout the year. In 2000, the ancient massive structure is brilliantly preserved.

Pantheon, a Greek temple, was built in 125 AD in Rome, Italy. This cleverly designed structure was cleverly designed to withstand the weight of its enormous dome. The Pantheon is also known as the “temple of the gods” in Rome.

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It’s no secret that London can be an expensive place to live or visit. From hotel accommodations to transportation and dining, a few days in London can be quite a drain on your wallet if you don’t shop around. However, the cost of living in London has nothing on how expensive it is to just get by in some corners of the world. In cities such as Moscow and Tokyo, a simple hotel room can easily cost as much as 225 pounds per night.

Moscow

If you had told the people of Moscow a couple of decades ago that they would soon be living in the most expensive city in the world, they would have told you that you were crazy. However, thanks to the economic boom the city is currently experiencing, the cost of living in Moscow has surged so quickly that most middle class citizens find it increasingly difficult to make ends meet. Home to the largest population of billionaires in the world, the real estate prices in Moscow have inflated to the point that the cost of a flat in the more prestigious parts of the city cost approximately 25,000 pounds per square meter. However, the cost of living in Moscow is heavily dependent on the high exchange rate of the ruble, and analysts predict that Moscow may become a more affordable place to live and travel in the years to come.

Tokyo

According to Mercer’s study on the Worldwide Cost of Living, Tokyo is easily the most expensive city on the planet. For example, a cup of coffee and a newspaper costs around eight pounds, and the price of admission to an evening movie can often be 13 pounds or more. Despite the uncertain economic future of Japan, the cost of living remains exorbitantly high throughout the country. Unlike Moscow and other expensive cities like Geneva and Copenhagen, Tokyo is expected to remain one of the world’s most expensive cities regardless of temporary fluctuation in exchange rates.

Until quite recently, London was actually pretty high on the list of the world’s most expensive cities. However, as the value of the U.S. dollar fell and the exchange rate of the pound rose, the cost of living in London quickly became more reasonable. Today, visitors can find some great deals on cheap London hotels if they know where to look, and the cheap hotels London has to offer provide visitors accommodations and amenities that Western travelers might barely be able to afford in Moscow or Tokyo.

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As those of you who follow my articles and blogs know, I have been tracking the MGM Signature Towers Hotel Condo in Las Vegas very closely over the last year. Many of my investors have asked me to write an update on the project. Here is the most recent information on price and sales trends from the beginning of last year (2009) to the start of this year (2010).

The MGM Signature is a Hotel Condo complex consisting of three high rise buildings that were completed in 2006. This makes it one of the few Las Vegas high rise condo projects that was completely finished and sold at boom prices. All three buildings (576 units per building) totaling 1728 total units were sold before the real estate bubble burst in 2007. In 2006 an average studio unit (520 sq. feet) sold brand new for $485,000 and an average one bedroom unit (874 sq feet) sold for $745,000. The least expensive studio sold originally for $318,250 and the least expensive one bedroom was sold for $494,000. Most were financed with 20% to 30% down and there were very few cash sales.

The MGM now represents a unique buying opportunity for investors as the real estate crash has sent prices tumbling to between $0.20 and $0.25 on the dollar from their original sales prices only four years ago. By the end of 2009, we were seeing several studios selling in the $120,000 range and one bedrooms in the $180-$190,000’s. I have followed the project since the prices started falling in 2007 and by 2009 I was ready to recommend the project to my investor clients. I continue to work hard to find units for my clients and the lowest possible prices and because of my experience and knowledge of the project, I have the distinction of having negotiated the lowest purchase prices for both a studio ($99,900 at the end of 2009) and a one bedroom unit ($176K for a beautiful 8th floor pool and mountain view just one week ago.)

In 2008 we saw very few foreclosures and very few resales on the MGM properties. That changed dramatically in 2009. Last year there were over 220 studios and 90 one bedroom units that were foreclosed upon. This figure represents about 18% of the total project. By comparison, other condo projects in Las Vegas experienced foreclosure rates as high as 35% in 2009. I believe that we will see an avalanche of foreclosures on the MGM Signature properties in 2010. Normally, this wave of foreclosures would mean even lower unit prices to come. But I think the heavy demand for the MGM Signature units will keep prices stable throughout 2010. Because the prices have dropped so steeply, the properties are now able to generate positive cash flow. This is keeping demand extremely high for the few available units that come onto the market. We have run into multiple offer situations for all of the foreclosure units that have come onto the market over the last several months.

The MGM Signature was built and marketed as a hotel-condo, as such, it offers tremendous flexibility. You are able to live in the unit full time if you desire, rent it out independently to a long term tenant, lease it out for short term nightly rentals and manage it yourself, or place it with a management company who will handle short term nightly rentals for you and split the revenue with you. Using a management company is the most popular choice for most investors. With sufficient notice, you are able to stay in your own unit as often as you like with minimal cleaning costs if you choose to have the room serviced by your management company. Most investors use the MGM Hotel Residential Services Company as their management company, but many do not realize that there are three other companies that provide excellent service, some with higher occupancy and in most cases better revenue splits for the investor. This, of course, could mean a higher cash flow on your investment. I have a detailed analysis of the similarities and differences between the four companies if you should desire to compare them. (Contact me if you would like to receive a copy of this comparison.)

Currently, there are four ways to buy a unit at the MGM Signature. The first is to buy a resale unit. I don’t recommend this method. Resale units are either units that have been bought by other investors at cheaper prices and are now being resold or units where the owners are desperately trying to lose as little money as possible on the sale.

The second method is to purchase a short sale. The short sale route is long and tedious but we have had some success. We tie up the unit at a good low price and wait and hope that the negotiator is able to get an approval from the bank before the unit is sold off at the foreclosure auction. I have had a couple of short sales that have ended with a successful purchase and lost a couple to the foreclosure auction.

The third way to acquire MGM Signature units, is to buy a bank owned foreclosure property (an REO.) This is a great method and the most common way I use to acquire properties for my investor clients. We are able to get a good look at the unit, get good clean title, and have the purchase of the unit done safely and easily. Because of my contacts with the various listing brokers I have been able to develop great relationships and purchase many units for my investors at the best possible prices.

The final way to acquire units, is to buy them at the foreclosure auction (trustee’s sale) before they return to the bank and become an REO. This method has its risks but with proper due diligence it represents the absolute best way to get the lowest price possible.

I have been very successful in purchasing Signature units for my investors because I have been attacking this project from all three sides.

I highly recommend that anyone interested in the MGM Signature come and stay at the hotel-condo and visit with me so that you can gain a clear understanding of all the variables that are involved in this project. We can tour the property, talk about and meet with the management companies, look at the one bedroom vs. the studio units, discuss the psychology of views (strip side vs. mountain side) and get a general overall understanding of the property.

I will be following the MGM Signature Towers very closely this year as I project it will be a great time to pick up units at prices well below the developers cost to build. Feel free to contact me directly should you have any questions or interest. May we all have a great 2010.

Thanks

Glenn Plantone

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Menorca is the perfect spot for holidaymakers who want to enjoy all the beauty and warmth of the Mediterranean Balearic Islands, but who would prefer a quieter experience than the one they might find on Majorca or Ibiza. As the second largest in the island chain Menorca boasts space, scenery and all the right tourist facilities. Just like its neighbours, the island has a multitude of restaurants, shops and bars. There are plenty of Menorca hotels, meanwhile, that are eager to welcome visitors from all walks of life and with all types of budget. From cheap bed & breakfast options right through to five star luxury all inclusive resorts, Menorca is ready to deliver.

So, once settled in to a comfortable hotel, with all the facilities you need and stunning views out over the sparkling sea or the island’s lush landscapes, here are some of the things you can consider spending your time on:

Beaches

The beaches on Menorca are some of the best in the Balearic Islands and there are plenty to choose from. Cala Turqueta is a great option for those seeking total seclusion, as is Cala Trebaluger, which also offers bird watching opportunities in the surrounding pine forest. Other top choices include Son Parc, which is a good family choice, and Son Bou - a popular all rounder.

Activities

Menorca may be more laid back than its neighbours, but it still offers plenty of excitement and activity for those who know where to look. Cala Galdana beach in the south has a good range of options, including boat trips, watersports, mini golf, cycling and hiking. Horse riding, scuba diving and go karting are some of the other options available across the island.

Culture

To soak up some of Menorca’s history, head to the old town and harbour of Ciutadella, which is the island’s former capital and an important religious centre. Or, a great way to get to know the locals is to get involved in the summer fiesta celebrations. Horse stunts and parades are just some of the attractions.

Cuisine

The Balearic Islands are known for their stews, featuring pork, chicken, rabbit or plenty of vegetables, and their abundance of fresh ingredients. To compliment the local cuisine, international dishes are readily available for the less adventurous, including British and Italian menus. Meanwhile, Menorca, in particular, is known for its gin. A trip to the Xoriguer Distillery will have you enjoying this popular island beverage in no time.

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