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Cities like Paris, New York, Monte-Carlo and Vienna once held the power to captivate the hearts of lovers the world over as the most romantic cities. However, the popular dream of romancing in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower or in shade of Central Park have now been put under pressure by the realities of other cities throughout the world that have their own unique romantic luster.
What makes a city more romantic than the next? Is it the mesmerizing city lights at night or the stunning views from surrounding hills? Maybe it is a picturesque park with magnificent garden or the quaint cafes and bars? What about iconic statues of romance and love or spectacular sun kissed beaches? It may even be all of the above, but whatever it is, here are five cities that today glisten with romance.
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Antwerp, Belgium |
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Antwerp has always had an eye for beauty and life’s finer things; how else would the thriving port and city have become the glittering centre of the world’s diamond industry and be at the cutting edge of avant-garde minimalist fashion? For more information follow these links Hotels | Activities | Eating & Drinking | Getting There Or visit www.MrandMrsSmith.com for bookings & travel arrangements |
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Cape Town, South Africa |
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Glorious beaches and soaring mountains frame this thriving city built on the foothills of Table Mountain, along the edge of the Atlantic. The oldest city in South Africa, this patch of the world also experiences one of the highest numbers of sunshine hour a year. For more information follow these links Hotels | Activities | Eating & Drinking | Getting There Or visit www.MrandMrsSmith.com for bookings & travel arrangements |
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
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A city of thrilling innovation and luxurious excesses, Dubai rises like a mirage from the desert, flanked by the Arabian Gulf coast and cleaved by a glittering creek. There aren't many places on earth where you can snorkel, ski, sunbathe and shop at the world's biggest mall in one day. For more information follow these links Hotels | Activities | Eating & Drinking | Getting There Or visit www.MrandMrsSmith.com for bookings & travel arrangements |
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Marrakech, Morocco |
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Berber, Arabic and Moorish culture, oriental spices, desert landscapes, glamorous hideaways... all with a French accent. Marrakech is a city unlike any other: nowhere is exoticism better showcased than in this ochre-and-rose-hued North African hive of activity. For more information follow these links Hotels | Activities | Eating & Drinking | Getting There Or visit www.MrandMrsSmith.com for bookings & travel arrangements |
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Shanghai, China |
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Antwerp has always had an eye for beauty and life’s finer things; how else would the thriving port and city have become the glittering centre of the world’s diamond industry and be at the cutting edge of avant-garde minimalist fashion? For more information follow these links Hotels | Activities | Eating & Drinking | Getting There Or visit www.MrandMrsSmith.com for bookings & travel arrangements |
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Elegant Drapery In Today's Home (Part 1)
Trends in window treatments have changed considerably in recent years. The new model is "less is more." Gone are the ruffles of lace and the layers of rich gold cording, fringes and passimenterie. Today we want simplicity without all the frills – window treatments that are easy on the eyes and draw you to the window, rather than the symphony of detail that surrounds it. Even the more traditionally styled rooms have window treatments designed with less excess – clean lines without the fuss and elegance without the muss.
Draping our windows with fabric blocks out the light and maintains privacy, but not all windows in the home need to have the full treatment. Function considerations include the amount of sunlight or privacy needed in the room. If the window is a beautiful big gothic window, perhaps hiding it behind heavy drapery may not be the answer. Sheers do a wonderful job of diffusing light. They also add a certain amount of privacy without drawing attention away from the window itself. On the other hand, if the window is insignificant or isn't particularily pleasing, curtains or drapery can hide its flaws and add instant beauty to the window and the room.