Rome is an enchanting place that has been attracting tourists for its rich cultural heritage and brilliant historic monuments. In the ratings of Conde Nast Traveler's 2004 Reader's Choice Awards, Rome grabbed the coveted second spot on the list of top ten European cities.

Some quick helpful facts about traveling to the city. You need to have a valid passport to enter Italy though you do not need a visa if the duration of the stay is less than 90 days. However, there is an exception to this rule for some specific countries. Since the summers are hot and dry, you should visit Rome between October and March. Book yourself at a hotel that is close to the historic district. The ideal place would be Hotel de Russie, situated between the Piazza del Popolo and the Spanish Steps that are worth seeing.

Plan your itinerary well in advance, especially the places you definitely want to visit. The ideal mode of discovering Rome's heritage is on foot, as it gives you the flexibility of covering the locations at your own speed. The other option to save cost is to use the Tram Bus system that links the entire city and also the nearby areas. And if you are looking at convenience, you can always opt for a private tour. Make sure you have taken a pair of comfortable shoes. Carry minimum weight while going around the city. The city has many eating joints around the tourist attractions so you can appease your hunger pangs any time you want.

The city is full of tourist attractions and it is a real tough task to decide which of them are a must see. Your local sightseeing plan for a given day could look like this. Start with the Coliseum that is a popular tourist attraction. Since the visiting hours change through the year, make sure that you confirm the timings beforehand. To make this awesome experience more realistic, they have an hourly conducted tour by guides in the guise of gladiators. The next important stop, the Roman Forum or Foro Romano, is just across the street. The Roman Forum, the heart of the Roman Empire, is standing tall even after 2000 years! You would be fascinated by the involutions of the Roman architecture. There is no entry fee here and you can also avail the facility of guided tours.

The next stop, The Pantheon or 'The Temple to all Gods', was built around 125 AD and is one of the best-preserved buildings in Rome. Built by Emperor Hadrian, many famous personalities like Vittorio Emmanuel II and Umberto I (the kings of Italy) and the one and only Raphael are buried here. There is a nine meter opening in the concrete dome which the only source of light in this monument. It takes you back in time to the glorious days of the Roman Empire and you cannot stop imagining being a part of the Romans, as it existed then. You would get goose bumps dreaming of the kind of clothes they would have worn, their language, gestures etc. You can have this extraordinary experience through the year except Christmas when the Pantheon is closed.

By the end of the day, there is just one more place to see that cannot be missed. You can easily spend three hours visiting The Vatican and its collection of artifacts that chronicle the Catholic Church's history. If you have time, you should let Michelangelo's Pieta, which is housed in St Peter's Basilica, amaze you. The Vatican museum has even more splendid antiques, including the Egyptian mummies. You should not miss Sistine Chapel that has The Bible painted on the ceiling by the legendary Michelangelo himself.

Well, whatever you chose to do, get to befriend your hotel concierge first since he can be the best source of updated information.

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Whether you are looking for a quiet, laid-back stay or an action-packed vacation, chances are you will find a destination that suits the desires of you and your partner for a romantic honeymoon in the United States.

1. Hawaii

With its pristine beaches, tropical scenery and wide variety of foods, activities and tourist spots to keep you busy, Hawaii is a popular choice for countless honeymooners from around the world. Hawaii offers a number of tourism options for the various types of guests it hosts each year. Some visitors might opt to rent a car or take a guided tour around the island they are staying on. By exploring the islands of Hawaii, guests will enjoy discovering serene waterfalls and spectacular views of the beautiful beaches that lace the outskirts of the islands. Perhaps one of the most romantic Hawaiian pastimes comes in the form of watching a sunset with your new spouse. For the active couple, Hawaii offers a number of top golf courses that honeymooners can enjoy. One of the more popular activities is to attend a Hawaiian luau.

2. Niagara Falls

Couples can register to get a guided boat cruise around the falls. For a fun night out, honeymooners can visit Casino Niagara, conveniently located right across from Niagara Falls. For honeymooners who enjoy day trips the scenic Catskill Mountains are not located far from the falls. There are two "sides" of the falls, the US side and the Canadian side. The Canadian site give you a much better view of the falls so don't forget your Passports!

3. Florida

Vacations in Florida are ideal for honeymooners. Disney World offers special honeymoon vacation packages to cater to those looking for a romantic getaway. There are even a number of Disney resorts that attract couples rather than families. If theme parks are not your cup of tea, consider a trip further south to Key West or Miami. These areas offer classy resorts, sprawling beaches, and plenty of attractions that will keep both you and your significant other happily busy.

4. Las Vegas

If you have money to blow and you're feeling lucky, Las Vegas is the place for you. In addition to gambling, you will find shopping, nightlife, and even a short drive to the Grand Canyon where you can sit in your car and look out over the moon.

5. California

California here I come! There is a reason the Beachboys wrote so many songs about the California coast. There are so many potential honeymoon destinations it's hard to name them all. If you want a more quiet honeymoon you can visit Carmel or Santa Barbra. If you want a more adventurous honey moon you can visit the L.A. area where you can visit Universal Studios, Disney Land, Knotts Berry Farm and Magic Mountain.

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Located in Talisay, Batangas on the paronamic Taal Lake, Club Balai Isabel is a lakeside residential resort with a 200 meter shoreline. So here is a place where you can truly live life. Its architecture and landscaping add up to its charm.

It offers the following facilities:

• function rooms
• obstacle course for teambuilding activities
• kayaks and boats for rent
• fishing rafts
• massage services
• swimming pools
• restaurant

With these amenities, the club offers the public the opportunity to celebrate with them any business functions, weddings, reunions, birthdays, teambuilding, seminars and any other things you can think of. It has its own Events Department to help you organize it.

It even boasts of the fresh catch of sardinella tawilis which is abundant in Taal Lake and which it serves crispy or grilled at its clubhouse.

Saud Beach Resort and Hotel is one of those resorts located at Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte. And it is strategically built along the fine beach of Pagudpud. It can be a jump-off point to other scenic views, creeks, lagoons, falls, caves and other attractions. It was named as one of the ten best beaches in Asia by Melbourne Sunday Herald Sun newspaper of Australia by its veteran travel writer and photographer John Borthwick.

All rooms in the Resort are air-conditioned and fully furnished with uniquely-designed bamboo and rattan furniture and fixtures. They also have a refrigerator and cable television. Some rooms have a veranda overlooking the famous Saud cove. All bathrooms have hot and cold shower facilities. Selected suite rooms also have a bathtub. Services include laundry and pressing, a 24-hour standby generator, 24-hour security, and foreign exchange. They have a dining area where you can order food.

Pagudpud is 548 km from Manila and 75 km from Laoag City. Take the North Expressway at Balintawak and get off at Dau exit. Head for the coastal road. You will pass by Angeles City, Tarlac, Urdaneta, Pozzorubio, and Rosario. Proceed further north, past San Fernando (La Union), Vigan (Ilocos Sur), and Laoag (Ilocos Norte). Take the road towards Cagayan to reach Pagudpud. It is the fifth town from Laoag City.

Hotel Veniz is located at the center of Baguio City, at One Albano St. It is near the city's several attractions and landmarks, like the Burnham Park and the City Market. It is just a leisurely walk away from the Session Road where several restaurants and ukay-ukay shops are lined up. Roads converge at Hotel Veniz, so transportation is not a big problem here.

They offer the following services and facilities:

Arrival and Departure Assistance
Tour
Massage
Money Changer
Laundry Services
Internet Access
Telefax and Photocopy Services
Phone in every room for local and international call
Function rooms
Cafe (Cafe Veniz)
Restaurants (Veniz Grill & Betty's Kitchen)
Aircon units for each room (except junior standard)
Hot and cold water

Through the years, Greenbelt in Makati has developed into something more than a shopping haven for the public. It has now provided a more elitist atmosphere which seems to only suit the fancies of the upper class. Branded stores line up its malls. Bars and restaurants offer the best ambience and the finest cuisine. However, everybody is free to visit the place. And, certainly everybody will appreciate the magnificent architecture of its buildings and the splendid landscaping of its gardens. There is even a pond where ducks paddle playfully.... The Geenbelt Chapel still stands there, a familiar structure in a seemingly new place.