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Austin - The state capital of Texas, Austin is one of the best places in the country to listen to live music - on any given night over 100 venues feature live performances. Austin is also home to Silicon Hills, the headquarters of technology companies such as Dell Computers, IBM and Motorola. With 300 days of sunshine per year and an average year-round temperature of almost 70-degrees, Austin is also a great place to explore the outdoors. Whether in town for business or pleasure, you’ll find it in Austin. San Jose - San Jose is the largest city in northern California. The city is home to a great selection of arts and entertainment, including repertory and musical theaters, ballet, opera, and more. San Jose is also made up of outlet and fashion shopping, theme parks, local wineries, parks and gardens, acclaimed restaurants, and sophisticated downtown nightlife. Don't forget the area sees on average more than 300 sunny days a year, with winter temperatures usually hovering in the 50s, summer temperatures in the 70s. Vienna - Vienna is the capital city of Austria, a small country of about eight million people. The city was originally established along the Danube River in the 5th century by the Roman Empire. But when barbarians took over the site around 488 A.D., all traces of civilization for the next few hundred years disappeared. Vienna is a city built upon its art, music and architecture. From the imposing Gothic Stephansdom (St. Stephan's Cathedral) in Vienna's old city center, to the world-class performances at the beautiful State Opera House, to a wealth of art displayed in the famous Kunsthistorische Museum, there is much experience here. Vienna is also known for its high-quality-of-life living. For example, Vienna's streets are unusually clean, crime is rare, and poverty is scarce. Charleston - Charleston is one of the most beautifully preserved cities in America. Explore the city's rich 300-year history, experienced through colonial and antebellum buildings, narrow cobblestone streets lined with grand churches and period homes, as well as museums, plantations, historic forts, and more. The Charleston area also offers relaxing beaches, international dining, a vibrant nightlife and world-class shopping. Toronto - Toronto is a cosmopolitan metropolis comprised of trendy neighborhoods, a bustling business district, immense parks and gardens, festivals, arts, culture, upscale shopping, authentic ethnic restaurants, and much more. Toronto is just a modern city however, as it is home to numerous historic attractions, not to mention its profound maritime heritage. Milan - Milan is the capital city of Lombardy and is Italy's second largest city. Milan is a cosmopolitan city of wealth, business, and youthful energy, comparable to cities like Manhattan or London. Milan is Italy's center of fashion, playing host to two major spring fairs. The city also boasts a rich cultural experience, and is home to such treasures as Leonardo's "Last Supper" and Michelangelo's final work, "Pieta Rondanini." Also, the Brera Gallery is an international artistic gem equal to the Uffizi Gallery in Florence or London’s National Gallery. With such a large population of young adults, Milan offers a vibrant nightlife. The Navigli district around the canals in the southwest of the city is one of the best areas for bars and cafés, extending up to Porta Ticinese. And, while the city is home to some of the finest Italian cuisine in the country, Milan also has a diverse array of international restaurants, ranging from Chinese and Japanese to Greek, Spanish, American and more. Madrid - The capital city of Spain, Madrid sits in the heart of the peninsula. Madrid is an industrial and political hub and is the seat of the Spanish Royal Family. But Madrid is also a booming tourist destination, characterized by intense cultural and artistic activity, a rich sporting heritage, and a lively nightlife. Experience incredible dining and shopping along the Paeo de la Castellana. Let yourself go in the pulsating nightlife of the Arguelles and Moncloa Districts. Catch a bullfight or visit the historic sites throughout the city. The choices are endless. New York City - New York City is still the business and entertainment capital of the world. Most of what makes New York so famous is cosmopolitan Manhattan Island. Thousands of people bustle along Manhattan Streets each day, exploring landmarks such as Times Square and Central Park, strolling down Broadway or Fifth Avenue, or enjoying the immense variety of theater, restaurants, nightlife and more. Hey, it's the city that never sleeps. Miami - More than 10 million tourists a year flood Miami-Dade County to take advantage of the white-sand beaches, the sunny weather, the upscale shopping, the sizzling nightlife, and the outstanding “New World” cuisine that has taken on a style and taste of its own. Las Vegas - Las Vegas is a combination of fast gaming action, glamour and glitz, sophistication and debauchery, all in the middle of the desert. Dance the night away, dine on world-class cuisine, catch some of the oldest, most reliable names in entertainment, or put your life savings in the hands of fate at any one of the magnificent casino-hotels. Paris - Paris draws on two thousand years of history, giving this city an unrivaled cultural legacy. Paris is magnificent, ancient architecture, inspiring artistry, fashion, glamour, ethnic diversity, charming neighborhoods, refined cuisine, theater, and much more. Altogether Paris is a modern city, consistently responding to new challenges, creating new districts, new meeting places, and new ways of life. London - London is an extravagant mix of history and modernity, science and the arts, business and leisure. From the tranquility of Hyde Park, to the haunting legacy of the Towers of London, to the priceless artifacts in the British Museum and much more, London has a countless array of things to see and do. |
| Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki 100 Holomoana Street in Hawaii Oahu. Hotel Reservations, Amenities and Map. |
The painters will be working Monday - Friday (except Memorial Day, Kamehameha Day, and July 4th) from 7 am to 4 pm. Twenty-eight floors of oceanfront guest rooms sit atop a five-story base containing restaurants, ocean-air lounge, meeting rooms, shops and ample parking. Floor-to-ceiling windows in each room offer breathtaking views. Overlooking the serene and picturesque Ala Wai Yacht Harbor, all guest rooms front the Pacific Ocean. Fine English slate and an accompaniment of other fine materials distinguish the walkways of the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki's grounds. The Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki is a bold achievement in Architectural design. Designed by golf legends Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay, it provides 27 holes of championship play, over 270 acres with magnificent views of the Waianae Mountains. Any drilling or chipping work will take place after 10 am. The lush tropical landscaping surrounding the structures features a five-story cascading fountain. SuperSaver category is a discounted rate on the Oceanfront Marina category As part of the ongoing program to continuously refresh the hotel, they are starting the building exterior painting program. For 32 of the days the hotel will adjust the pool schedule to accommodate the painting schedule. For those who wish to sunbathe, a sunning deck open on the Tower Gardens area on the fifth floor. Guests can chose from four different onsite restaurants, all favored by a local clientelle. The Hawaii Prince is the only hotel in Waikiki with its own golf course. The hotel presents all-oceanfront accommodations and world-class service at one of the most desirable and convenient locations in Waikiki. The hotel will be offering, Monday thru Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, a dedicated beach shuttle continuously running between the Hotel and Ala Moana Beach. Between Waikiki's glamorous nightlife and Ala Moana Center's world-renowned shopping, its hard not to keep yourself busy 24 hours a day. The hotel will open the pool from 4 pm to 9 pm Monday thru Friday with special nightly events poolside. The 350- foot twin tower structure is sheathed in rose-colored glass, with complimentary-toned limestone.
