Saturday, January 19, 2013

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Inside Dubai's latest crazy extravagant hotel

Posted: 18 Jan 2013 02:00 PM PST

It sounds like a chapter out of "The Arabian Nights." 

In order to take advantage of a new couples promotion at Dubai's latest luxury hotel launch, customers have to utter a select phrase over the phone. 

"By quoting 'silence is golden' when making a reservation, guests will receive a complimentary upgrade to a Fairmont Gold View Room, offering sweeping views of the Arabian Gulf and Marina skyline," reads the package promotion for couples who want to "sprinkle a little gold dust" during their stay at the new Fairmont the Palm in Dubai. 

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Beijing pollution: Does it put you off traveling there?

Posted: 18 Jan 2013 01:59 PM PST

How's this for ironic? During the week China approved a new US$11.2 billion airport to accommodate the influx of visitors in Beijing, a blanket of smog descended on the city, causing the cancellation of dozens of flights. 

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