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Tourism

Tourism-2009: Expert Forecast

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) noted a decrease in tourist flow in the second half of 2008, believing that this trend will continue into the new year.

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Visas

France to Check Visitors by DNA

Immigration authorities in France will verify the accuracy of biographical data of candidates for entry into the country using DNA analysis. Foreigners who wish to visit relatives living in France…

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Education

Harvard Breaks Records in Applications

The admissions office of Harvard University announced that it has received 29,000 applications for admission. This is 1,500 applications higher than last year's figures.

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Everyday life

Europe to Choose 'Greenest' Capital

On February 23, the European Commission in Brussels will consider candidates for the title of 'Greenest Capital in Europe'. Among the nominees are Amsterdam, Oslo, Stockholm, Bristol, Hamburg…

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Tourism

European Hotels Lower Prices

European hotels continue to see a downward trend in accommodation prices, noted in November last year. According to foreign agencies, hotels in Europe are currently experiencing a decline in…

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Tourism

Daily apartment in Moscow: cozy, convenient, affordable

Moscow is the heart of Russia, so everyone strives to visit it. At first glance, it captivates those who come here on business or to relax and explore the capital's attractions.

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Real estate

Sales of Residential Real Estate in the US Fall

In the US, sales of residential real estate in 2008 fell by 47% compared to 2007. This refers to housing priced at $750,000 and above. Meanwhile, the volume of transactions for housing priced below…

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Real estate

Renting a flat daily is cheaper than hotels!

«A miser pays twice» – this old truth should always be remembered if you are going to rent a flat for a day in St. Petersburg or Moscow. After all, cheap options are rarely safe.

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Real estate

Real Estate in 2009 – Forecast

It is better not to believe the news that banks have become the flagship of real estate price reductions by putting the property of insolvent debtors up for auction. It is enough to visit the website…

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Visas

Thailand to Accept Tourists Without Visa Fee

Thailand's Cabinet today approved a package of additional measures to bring tourists back to the country. For three months, foreign citizens will not have to pay for an entry visa.

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Real estate

Over the year, Paris housing prices increased by 7%

Prices for Paris real estate continue to hold at a high level. Over the past five years, the average price per square meter of living space in Paris has increased by 91.5%, and at the end of November…

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Tourism

U.S. Immigration Museum Welcomes Visitors

On Ellis Island in New York Harbor, which in the late 19th - early 20th century was the largest immigration processing center in the United States, today the Immigration Museum is located - one of…

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