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sually, we associate holiday with rest several places which are a must to see while you and relaxation, but during that period have a break at work. Also, as usually, you will fi nd U our businesses don’t stop operating. here a lot of interesting information and news on Luckily, it’s now possible to combine work with the travel industry, especially with a closer look at pleasure and while taking care of our profes- offers of various airlines. sional matters give ourselves some time to For the dessert the articles on novelties in the relax. Examples? There are plenty of them, automotive industry, technology and about starting with a short trip to Hungary, where something which makes our journeys so pleasant during summer holiday two exceptional – wine – this time the Austrian one. sporting events take place: the spectacular Air Enjoy your reading. Show in Budapest, and another truly unforget- table experience – a visit to Hungaroring circuit to watch a Formula One race. Croatia is also an ideal place to unwind in a pleasant atmosphere. The country is full of beautiful beaches and offers numerous opportu- nities for incentive travels. Not to mention an unforgettable cruise around the Adriatic and Aegean sea aboard the majestic The Splendour Of The Seas. It would be wrong not to mention the picturesque Bornholm island and France with its seven Club Med villages. However a true business traveller never forgets about his duties and those are inextricably intertwined with hotels, aircraft and airports. In this issue we present the Hilton hotel in Warsaw, Scandic in Gdańsk, Ibis in Poznań and two Istanbul’s hotels. We also take you to Kastrup airport in Copenhagen – the main airport of the Robert Grzybowski North Europe, and to Berlin where we have found Wydawca BT Poland
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LOT TELEGRAM LOT TELEGRAM LOT TELEGRAM LOT TELEGRAM LOT TELEGRAM New Menu in LOT Starting from 1st July, LOT introduces new business with lemon pepper, catfi sh fi let with lentil ragout, so stodgy cream-based sauces have been raplaced class menu with signature dishes by one of Poland’s or poultry liver mousse with raspberry sauce. Sowa with light sauces based on olive oil like vinaigrette top chefs Robert Sowa. also uses numerous seasonal products such as fresh with tropical fruits or neapolitan sauce. There are The menu includes a number of highlights from strawberries, juicy green asparagus, or chanterelles. also numerous salad offered as side dishes. Another the modern Polish cuisine such as smoked salmon The renowned Polish chef opts for light dishes – novelty is a fruit salad.
To Beirut Embraers for the Polish Government LOT has launched a direct fl ight to the capital city EuroLOT – a regional air carrier owned by the sion or early termination.The Embraer 175 is a of Lebanon – Beirut. The fl ights are available three State Treasury and PLL LOT - has signed an modern, jet propelled passenger aircraft, equip- times a week. This is the fourth new connection laun- agreement with Poland’s Defence Ministry to ped with the latest radio navigation equipment ched by LOT this year. The LOT’s offer is not only lease out two aircraft for the use of government and meeting the highest standards of passenger convenient for people who plan an exotic trip, but also members, head of state and entourage. Polish comfort. It can carry 82 passengers. Depending for everyone who travels between Lebanon and Scan- VIPs will use two Embraers 175 which will be on the load, the range of the Embraer 175 is dinavia or Western Europe. The prices of the return piloted and serviced by the personnel of LOT 3,500 km. There are currently twenty-two Em- tickets start from 1380 zł. The fl ights are operated by Polish Airlines. The agreement signed is valid braer 170 and 175 aircraft in the LOT Polish Embraer 175 aircraft and last 3 hours. through the end of 2013, with option of exten- Airlines fl eet. Children in Sheraton heraton hotel in Poznań has played host to the youngest pupils of Single Mother Aid S Foundation „Pro-Vita”. The Children’s Day celebration has been organized by Sheraton staff regularly for several years. This year, the older children participated in a swimming pool party and tried their strength in the gym. The younger ones spent time playing and getting acquainted with the hotel’s no- oks and crannies. Later, they prepared their own pizza and waffl es. The event fi nished with a meal and various games.
New features in EuroBonus candinavian airline SAS has launched bination of points and cash. The purpose of S three new features to its popular custo- those innovations is to provide the EuroBonus mer loyalty programme, EuroBonus. Now, the members with more effi cient and easier me- members of the programme may book the- thods of booking fl ights and allowing them ir seats with the points they accrue (earlier to pay for the tickets both with cash and the only a limited number of seats was availa- accrued points. EuroBonus porgramme has ble in this way), awarding points for one way 3 million members. DEJAN GOSPODAREK tickets,tickets, anandd aalsolso ththee aabilitybility ttoo bbuyuy AEGEAN AIRLINES IN STAR ALLIANCE fl ightsights with a comcom-- AS Scandinavian Airlines on June 30 welcomed the Greek air- line Aegean Airlines into Star Alliance, of which SAS is a fo- S unding member. For SAS customers, this means greater and smoother access to the popular destinations within Aegean Airlines’ network and the ability to earn and spend EuroBonus points on all Aegean Airlines fl ights. Star Alliance now comprises 28 airlines offe- ring 21,200 daily fl ights to 1,172 airports in 181 countries.
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ith the arrival of the fourth Airbus ber. Tokyo is therefore the fi rst destination in ats, divided into three cabin classes. La Pre- A380 in its fl eet, Air France will be Asia to be served by the Air France A380 and miere (First) 9 seats on the main deck -, Affa- W offering as from 1 September 2010, the third worldwide after New York in Novem- ires (Business) 80 seats on the upper deck three weekly frequencies between Paris and ber 2009 and Johannesburg in February 2010. and Voyageur (Economy) 449 seats divided Tokyo. The fl ight will be daily as from 5 Octo- Air France’s A380 is equipped with 538 se- between the two decks.
New Hilton BT & CULTURE in Gdańsk The Taste Festival new 5-star Hilton hotel has been on Krupówki launched in Gdańsk. It is the se- A cond Hilton in Poland, with the fi rst one located in Warsaw. The new Hilton offers 150 rooms and suites, a bu- siness centre, and even a rooftop Urban Beach. The hotel’s atrium features a ma- gnifi cent glass artwork named ‘Seafl o- wers’. Guests can visit the hotel’s gym, a wellness centre, Mercato – a restaurant serving locally inspired cuisine with Me- diterranean infl uences, and High 5 Bar. he beginning of the holiday was especial- Tly delicious. The Trip group which runs fo- ur hotels (Ossa in Rawa Mazowiecka, and Be- lverder, Litwor, and Czarny Potok in Zakopane), celebrated its 20th anniversary by organizing “The Taste Festival” on Krupówki in Poland’s winter capital. The visitors had an opportunity to taste delicious products, often manufactured by family businesses, and prepared according to traditional recipes. The festival fi nished with a wonderful concert of Mazowsze folk group.
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rom the start of the winter fl ight Lufthansa to fl y to Africa F schedule 2010/2011, Lufthansa Group will be providing links to 39 African cities. Together with partners Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, bmi and SWISS, Lufthansa will be re- aching 25 countries across Africa. From this November Lufthansa will launch a new connection from Frankfurt to Pointe Noire. The fl i- ghts to the main airport of the Re- Little patients in Mamaison public of Congo will have a stopo- amaison Hotel Le Regina Warsaw together with ver in Liberville – the capital city M the ORCO Foundation and the Dr Clown Foun- of Gabon. dation organized a culinary workshop themed “Le- Brussels Airlines has a long standing experience in operating t’s have healthy food!”. Fifteen chronically ill patients on African routes. The wide offer from the Children’s Clinical Hospital in Warsaw we- of connections by Lufthansa and re invited to this special event which was also part of Brussels Airlines gives passengers their treatment and incentive scheme prepared by the greater fl exibility in planning their doctors in cooperation with the Dr Clown Foundation. journeys to the Dark Land. HOLIDAY Kingfi sher WITH INTERCITY as a mem- KP Intercity has introduced a holiday time- P table for those who wish to go away on the- ber elect. ir holiday by rail. 80 new trains have been added on the routes to the most popular Polish tourist ndia’s Kingfi sher Airlines has resorts. The Polish rail operator has also laun- become a member elect of I ched a promotion in the form of a 3-ticket packa- the oneworld alliance. A team ge for any Express Intercity and Ekspres trains. of experts from British Airways - Another interesting offer is a journey to Sibe- Kingfi sher’s sponsor for joining the alliance - and oneworld ha- ria. Starting June, every Wednesday a train with ve helped the airline to begin a comfortable sleeping car departs Warsaw the process of joining the allian- and travels 6,000 km to Irkutsk – the largest ci- ce, and the carrier has cleared ty in Siberia. the fi rst step by passing a sa- fety audit. Kingfi sher has for some ti- 15 billion dollars AIRBUS me been in talks with the members of oneworld regar- ding code share agreements which would enable integrated ticket booking. Such an agre- ement has already been signed by British Airways. Generally, the process to bring any airli- ne on board any alliance nor- uring the 2010 ILA Berlin Air Show, Airbus The highlight of the show was the fi rm order mally takes 18-24 months. Ad- announced commitments across its bro- from Emirates Airline for 32 A380s. Emirates has ding Kingfi sher to oneworld will D ad product range covering a total of 67 air- supported the development of the A380 from the give the alliance an additional craft, valued at over US $15.3 bilion. These com- earliest days, and this order - the single largest 56 Indian cities to its network, mitments include fi rm orders for 32 A380 aircraft A380 order ever - is an unequivocal endorsement expanding its global coverage worth around US$11.5 billion, plus Memorandum of both the A380’s exceptional in-service perfor- to more than 800 destinations of Understanding (MoU) agreements for a further mance, and also its role as a market-growth ena- in almost 150 countries. 35 aircraft totaling around $3.8 billion. bler for airlines that operate it. ONEWORLD / KINGFISCHER
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Finnair orders Airbus innair airline has ordered 5 new Airbus F A321ER aircraft. The aircraft’s range is over 5,000 kilometres, which allows, for example, direct fl ights from Finland to the Canary Islands. The fi rst delivery is schedu- led in 2013. The new type of aircraft is mo- re fuel effi cient than before and it produces less emissions.
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Westin Warsaw helps the fl ood victims DEJAN GOSPODAREK he hardship experienced by the fl ood vic- who suffered in the latest fl ood. The TV sets will alev Hungarian airline has signed a code- tims triggered many responses of solidari- be sent to the fl ood victims in Gąbin, Słubice, share agreement with Etihad Airways. The T ty and support. Westin Warsaw, one of the Świniary, and Sokolniki. M deal will provide travelers in Hungary ac- most modern hotels in the Polish capital, also jo- “We are never indifferent to human tragedy cess to the airline’s network spread across 61 de- ined the action. and always try to help those in need, by taking stinations. The agreement will be implemented from At the end of June, the hotel donated through part in such actions,” said Stephan Sieberg, the September 2010. the Polish Red Cross 50 TV sets for the families General Manager of The Westin Warsaw hotel.
1000 HOURS OF DREAMLINER BOEING
oeing has performed the fi rst fl ight of its spending 3 hours and 48 minutes in the air The sixth, and fi nal, 787 to join the test pro- B 787 Dreamliner aircraft with General Elec- over the State of Washington. Everything went gram is expected to fl y before the end of July. tric engines. The test machines of Dreamli- smoothly and according to the plan. ZA005 The test fl eet of Dreamliner has, so far, com- ner have, so far, completed 1,000 hours of will be used to test the General Electric engine pleted 1,000 hours of test fl ights. It is estimated test fl ights. package and demonstrate that the changes that Boeing is now 40% through the test con- 787 Dreamliner with GE engines, referred made with the new engine do not change the ditions they need in order to certify the fi rst ver- to as ZA005, completed its maiden fl ight after airplane’s handling characteristics. sion of the Dreamliner.
14 | JULY / AUGUST 2010 CRACOW WITH ORBIS wo Cracow hotels, which belong to Orbis located opposite the National Museum, just a sto- Hotel Group, offer their guests the oppor- ne’s throw from the Old City with the Main City T tunity to discover the mysteries of the old Square and the Royal Wawel Castle. The offer of Polish capital. The “Magical Cracow” is the na- Orbis Francuski Kraków is ideal for those who me of the offer of Novotel Kraków Bronowice. want to feel the atmosphere of the old Cracow. The two-day package includes accommodation The hotel is located in the very centre of the city in a comfortable Superior Novation room, buf- in an old tenement house. A Hot Deals rates for a fet breakfast, and a trip round Cracow with a stay in a double rooms start with 321 PLN. guide. The prices for two nights for two people For those who wish to spend a little less on start with 751 PLN. their accommodation, Ibis and Etap brands Those who want to visit the historical places seem to be an ideal choice. The rates for a stay located in the city centre and like the hubbub of in a double room with air conditioning, TV set, the city, would defi nitely benefi t from staying in and the Internet access start with 239 PLN. In Novotel Kraków Centrum, which is located just summer, those who stay in Ibis hotels, may take opposite the Wawel Castle. The Garden Brasse- advantage of a special seasonal promotion. The rie restaurant serves the guests the delicacies of guests pay 40 PLN less off the standard price the Polish and international cuisine, while the for every night. The offer is valid for week days recreation centre offers a swimming pool, a sau- as well as weekends. It includes a stay between na, a jacuzzi, beauty treatment, and massages. 9 July and 5 September. You can book the room When visiting Cracow, it’s worth taking ad- online at www.accorhotels.com or www.ibisho- vantage of the Hot Deals promotion prepared by tel.com. Etap Hotel Kraków Bronowice offers 3-star Orbis Cracovia Kraków and Orbis Fran- a stay in a double, air-conditioned room for as cuski Kraków hotels. Orbis Cracovia Kraków is little as 139 PLN.
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INFO SAS offers the first connection be- three of them available with no queues), airlines in the world. The passengers had tween Warsaw and Copenhagen already where I left my luggage. The whole pro- their baording passes and ID’s checked at 7.45 am (in cooperation with LOT). cedure took around 7 minutes. and the bus, which was waiting down- The other flights take off at 10.10 am, 5.40 As always, going through security stairs, was filling up very quickly. The pm (on Saturdays 2.10 pm), and 6.10 pm. check, carried out by Border Guards of- plane was standing several dozen meters CHECK-IN The Internet is a great inven- ficers, is the highlight of the day. There away, so the whole trip was very short. tion, which you start appreciating only af- are four security check points for the We pulled up close to the sleek body of ter you have suddenly been deprived of it. economy class, each with a state-of-the- the CRJ 900 – the passengers with larger It has become such an indispensible part art scanner, but usually only one of them baggage put it on the trailer from which of our lives that today’s twenty-year-olds is working. This time… it was no differ- the ramp agents were putting it to the find it hard to believe that there was some ent. The only difference was that on Sat- hold. We were allowed to take smaller time in the history when it didn’t exist. urday everybody felt the weekend atmos- bags with us on the plane. The scheduled departure of my flight phere, the queue wasn’t that long and the SK752 to Copenhagen was at 2.10 pm. Border Guards were in an exceptionally Bearing this in mind, I arrived at Okęcie good mood, so the whole procedure went FACTS airport at 1.00, and after several minutes swiftly. Enough to say that I entered the SEAT CONFIGURATION 2+2 of waiting, I felt I was getting bored to departure lounge over an hour before the SEAT PITCH 79 cm death. This was all the fault of the afore- take off, so no wonder that the duty free SEAT WIDTH 44,5 cm mentioned ‘great invention’ thanks to shops had a ball on me. COST A ticket from Warsaw to Co- which I had been able to self check-in BOARDING The boarding was sched- penhagen booked on a weekday the day before. However, I hadn’t print- uled to start at 1.25 pm. Two minutes be- via the airline’s website was availa- ed out the boarding pass since my suit- fore that the passengers were asked to go ble at 365.5 PLN (€88). case was considerably large, so I had to to B17 gate. Scandinavian is righteous- CONTACT fl ysas.com collect the pass at SAS stand (there were ly considered one of the most punctual
16 | JULY / AUGUST 2010 CRJ 900
CRJ 900 is a modern jet aircraft which I was flying to Ronne, the largest town on ric upholstered wall right in front of me. can accommodate up to 80 passengers. Bronholm, which is considered to be the The seats in 2+2 configuration are mod- The abbreviation (CRJ) stands for Canad- island’s capital (and is also Bornholm’s erately comfortable, but those ones in the air Regional Jet, as the plane was designed only town with an airport), so I chose the first row have more leg space, which con- to operate on short-haul routes up to 2,500 latter. The departure board showed that tributes to some additional comfort. kilometres. CRJ is built by the Canadi- the flight QI627 would depart in 40 min- THE FLIGHT We took off on time. an consortium Bombardier and is high- utes so I had to take a 21-minute walk to There was no in-flight service provided, A C ly praised by its aircrews and passengers. the domestic terminal 1. Of course, it is since the whole journey lasted around 25 1 THE SEATThe seats, which are uphol- also possible (and much quicker!) to take minutes. Throughout the flight the “fas- 2 D F stered in blue fabric, have 2+2 configu- a shuttle bus, but in my opinion the first ten your seat belts” light wouldn’t turn 3 ration and offer considerable space as for choice is much more interesting. On my off - the flight attendant explained that 4 this type of aircraft. I had seat 5D, which way, I went past architecturally intrigu- this was due to strong winds over the is- 5 was next to the aisle, a few rows in front ing constructions and interesting passag- land which could cause some turbulence. 6 of the plane’s wings. I didn’t feel any un- es. Anyway, Kastrup is an exceptional- Luckily, we didn’t experience too much 7 pleasant vibrations and the noise during ly passenger-friendly airport. Every day of it. However, the last minutes of the 8 the take-off was barely audible, as well there are at least 6 connections between flight were truly remarkable, as we were 9 as throughout the flight. The CRJ 900 Copenhagen and Ronne. flying low over the water 10 may not be a large aircraft, but the one I BOARDING I finally reached gate A33 LANDING We landed in gusty wind 11 flew had three travel classes, and special behind which I could see the small ATR conditions, but, luckily, without any 12 plates fixed to the back of the seats in- 42 aircraft which was would take me to trouble. The airport in Ronne is quite 14 formed which class a given seat belonged Bornholm. The aircraft had a red Viking small. We disembarked the plane and 15 to. The plates can be freely arranged by helmet on the tail which is a part of liv- went with our hand luggage to the ter- 16 the airline, depending on the number of ery of Cimber Sterling – a private com- minal. To my surprise, I saw our good 18 booked seats. During my flight, the first pany which serves domestic and Euro- old Melex with a trailer, approaching 19 two rows were business class, the third pean flights. the ATRs luggage hold. The ramp agents 20 one was Economy Extra and the other There were a dozen or so people wait- unloaded the baggage with exceptional 21 ones, where I was sitting, were the regu- ing in the queue to check in, which was care, which is not always the case at oth- 22 lar economy class. not surprising, as the ATR 42 can ac- er arports. After a few minutes the large 23 THE FLIGHT The difference between commodate not more than 50 passen- door opened and the Melex which was 24 the classes became clearer 10 minutes in- gers. I had received my boarding pass carrying our luggage entered the termi- to the flight, when the “fasten you seat- in Warsaw, while checking my luggage, nal, stopping along the marks painted on belts” lights turned off and typically for and there was no seat number stated on the floor. We took our baggage straight this part of the flight, there was a flurry it. When the check-in procedure was from the trailer - something I had never of activity on board. The flight attend- over and our boarding passes and IDs seen before. A few moments later I left ants put on grey aprons and the in-flight were checked, we walked about 50 me- the terminal.
ECONOMY CLASS service began. In business and Economy tres across the apron to our plane. There VERDICT I arrived at the picturesque Extra class, the passengers received their everyone took the seat they wanted. Danish island 4 hours after departing Toilet meals and drinks on special trays. Those I was one of the last passengers to board, Warsaw. The connection is definitely travelling in the economy class could buy so I was left with a seat in the first row. a good alternative to the ferry trip. Kitchen drinks from so-called Cloud Shop (a can I sat next to the window, with a blue fab- Wojciech Chełchowski of soft drink or a bottle of mineral wa- ter – 20 DKK, beer – 30 DKK, a sand- wich – 40 DKK, 1 DKK equals about € 0.15) Luckily, I didn’t need to buy an- ything, because at the airport I had been wise enough to purchase a bottle of min- eral water. ARRIVAL An hour into the flight, we started to prepare for the landing in Co- penhagen. Kastrup is definitely a gor- geous place and the approach from the sea, with the sight of the giant windmills in the bay, is always un unforgettable ex- perience. TRANSFER We got off the plane and entered a bus which, after a few min- utes, transported us to the terminal of international arrivals. There we could either reclaim our luggage and leave the terminal, or go for a connecting flight.
JULY / AUGUST 2010 | 17 ONBOARD: WARSAW – ISTANBUL next to the window. The seats have 3+3 configuration. However, in the busi- PLL LOT Boeing 737-500 ness class the middle seat in the row is always empty to provide the passengers business class with more comfort. I put my luggage in- to the overhead bin, and the laptop, for the time of take-off, into the pocket of the INFO The Turkish metropolis can be while I was allowed to enter the passen- seat in front of me. A B C D E F reached thanks to daily connections of- ger zone where duty free shops are. My THE FLIGHT The push back took place 1 2 fered by LOT Polish Airlines. On Tues- ticket entitled me to visit the business lo- at 2.10. The aircraft was taxiing for about 3 days, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays unge where I could order free drinks and 10 minutes, and the take-off went smo- 4 the planes takes off at 1.05 pm and the snacks, read a newspaper, or work in qu- othly and without any problems. After 5 connection is operated by Boeing 737. iet and pleasant environment. This time, about 15 minutes we reached the cruise 6 On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays however, I didn’t have time to do it. At le- speed and altitude, the “fasten your se- 7 8 the departure time is 1:40 pm, and the ro- ast, I thought so when I appeared at gate atbelts” lights turned off, and the flight 9 ute is operated by Airbus A321 (in coope- A27 where, according to the schedule, at attendants were ready with the in-flight 10 ration with Turkish Airlines). 12.20 the procedure of boarding was abo- service. In the meantime, we were welco- 11 CHECK-IN I was going to Turkey on bu- ut to start. This, however, didn’t happen med by the captain who also informed 12 siness just for several hours, so my whole as the passengers were informed that the us on the planned route of our flight (via 13 14 luggage consisted of a small suitcase and departure would be delayed by about 40 Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria 15 the laptop. I headed towards the check- minutes. The people who gathered aro- to Turkey). The flight time was estima- 16 in desk just under one hour to the sche- und the gate, now slowly dispersed; many ted at 2 hours and 20 minutes. The me- 17 duled departure time which was 1.05 pm. of them decided to spend the extra time nu in the business class is prepared un- 18 The procedure was exceptionally quick doing shopping, while others started ma- der the guidance of the renowned chef and painless. As I had my seat booked in king phone calls. Thirty minutes later the Robert Sowa, and the dish which I liked the business class, I decided to take ad- whole group returned to gate A27. the most were definitely the lamb chops vantage of the fast lane for the privile- BOARDING When boarding was final- which really go well with equally excel- ged passengers. It took just a few minu- ly announced, I produced my boarding lent Chilean Frontera wine. tes in total, and, with the boarding pass pass and passport which were checked ARRIVAL We reached Ataturk airport in my hand, I was ready to face the secu- briefly by the personnel. I was left with at 5.40 pm – which was obviously past BUSINESS CLASS
rity control. There are two desks in the se- the slip showing the number of my seat, the scheduled time (according to the ECONOMY CLASS curity control zone prepared only for the and went to the bus waiting outside. The schedule we were supposed to land at business class passengers. Only one of the trip to the Boeing 737-500 parked on the 4.30 pm), so we were unable to make up Toilet desks was working, but the whole proce- apron of the airport took just a few minu- for the lost time. dure was very quick. I put my belt, jac- tes. The procedure of entering the pla- VERDICT The Polish airline offers a go- ket, wallet and the contents of my pockets ne went swiftly and without any trouble. od service and a convenient connection into one container, and the laptop witho- THE SEAT I entered the aircraft and on Warsaw-Istanbul route. ut the case into the other. After a short took my seat situated in the second row Jakub Olgiewicz DEJAN GOSPODAREK
FACTS SEAT CONFIGURATION 3+3 SEAT PITCH 81 cm SEAT WIDTH 43 cm COST A business class ticket bo- oked on a weekday via the airline’s website without any promotion was available at 2469 PLN (€617). CONTACT fl ot.com
18 | LIPIECJULY / AUGUST/ SIERPIEŃ 2010 2010 ZAPRASZAMY DO RESTAURACJI AMBER ROOM W PAŁACU SOBAŃSKICH NA NOWOCZESNĄ KUCHNIĘ POLSKĄ
Restauracja Amber Room znajduje się na parterze w Pałacu Sobańskich, który jest siedzibą Klubu Polskiej Rady Biznesu. Udostępniając restaurację nie tylko członkom Klubu chcemy dać wszystkim, którzy doceniają jakość i kreatywność kulinarną, możliwość odwiedzenia tego szczególnego miejsca i spróbowania nowoczesnej kuchni polskiej.
W tygodniu między 12:00 – 15:00 zapraszamy na biznes lunch (88 PLN za osobę) Codziennie zmieniamy menu w którym jest do wyboru przystawka, główne danie i deser, a także selekcja pet fours, kawa, herbata i woda.
Na kolacje oferujemy menu klasyczne (109 PLN za osobę) Zestaw 3 dań do wyboru, n.p. sałatka cezar z chrupiącym boczkiem i grillowanym oscypkiem na przystawkę, glazurowane żeberka wieprzowe z selerem i wędzoną szalotką na danie główne, a na deser sernik z sorbetem malinowym i sosem z gorzkiej czekolady.
Za wszystkie kulinarne pomysły jest odpowiedzialny nasz Szef Kuchni Jacek Grochowina. Doświadczenie zdobywał pracując przez 5 lat w Londynie w Hotelu Ritz. Jest laureatem kilku nagród, w tym „Annual Award of Excellence 2008” przyznawanej przez Brytyjską „Academy of Culinary Arts”.
Nowoczesne i przytulne wnętrze, szeroka karta win dobrana przez naszego Sommeliera, ciekawe koktajle oraz profesjonalny zespół przyczynią się do tego że doznania kulinarne pozostaną niezapomniane.
Al. Ujazdowskie 13, Warszawa, tel. (48 22) 523 66 64, www.kprb.pl/amberLIPIEC / SIERPIEŃ 2010 | 19 HOTEL: SZCZECIN Novotel
FACTS ROOMS Szczecin Novotel has 116 bedrooms including 3 suites. WHAT IS IT LIKE? Behind the entran- is the possibility to darken the room with TIPS Location, free internet access, excellent ce to the hotel, there is a large area, whe- thick curtains. cuisine. re you will fi nd the reception desk, sofas In the bathroom, painted in bright co- COST Internet rate for a stay in the middle of June for guests, and a car rental. On the other lours, there is a bathtub with a shower. was 280 PLN for a double room. side, opposite the lift, which you can use The guests also receive Novotel toiletries. KONTAKT Novotel Szczecin; Aleja 3 Maja 31, to get to an underground car park with The suites comprise a separate lounge 70-215 Szczecin; Tel. 91 48 01 400; novotel.com 100 parking spaces, there is an entran- (25 sq m), where you can easily organize ce to the restaurant section of the hotel. a small business meeting, with a separate WHERE IS IT? Aleja 3 Maja is in the he- toilet for guests, and a bedroom with the cialties as tomato cream with salmon and art of Szczecin. The hotel is a short wal- bathroom. Amenities include tea and cof- curry aroma, grilled game meat with po- king distance away from the bus and ra- fee making facilities, free access to PAY tatoes and red cabbage with juniper sau- ilway stations. It takes slightly more than TV channels, and bathrobes and slippers ce. The restaurant also serves excellent 30 minutes to get from the hotel to the air- in the bathroom. steaks. port in Goleniów, which is about 40 kilo- Free wifi is available for the guests thro- Le Bar, which can seat 30 people, is an metres away. ughout the hotel. In bedrooms there is al- ideal place to spent an evening and ha- ROOM FACILITIES Szczecin Novotel is so possible to connect to the Internet via ve a drink. The inner patio, used in the spread on four fl oors, the top one is dedi- the traditional cable. summer season, is a very interesting pla- cated to smokers, the rest ones are a non- BUSINESS FACILITIES A large part ce. There is a screen and you can watch smoking area. The hotel has 113 spacio- of the fi rst fl oor has been separated to se- sports events here, while the staff set up us bedrooms and 3 suites. Five bedrooms rve as a conference centre. There are eight a grill and serves drinks. have been adapted for the disabled guests. air-conditioned rooms with the access to LEISURE FACILITIES In the hotel The standard room is about 25 sq m. natural light. The bigger one is the Am- there is a large swimming pool (27-metre All the rooms are air-conditioned and the ber (182 sq m), consisting of two smal- long) with the water of 32°C, a sauna, a Ja- guests are able to adjust the temperature ler rooms. It can hold a meeting for even cuzzi, and a well-equipped fi tness room. themselves. The amenities include a huge 200 participants. The Turkus room is 48 Wojciech Chełchowski double bed, a sofa for guests (when a need sq m and can accommodate up to 40 pe- arises, an additional bed for children can ople, while Koral, Agat, Jaspis, Rubin and be provided), a mini bar, a big wardrobe, Szafi r rooms occupy the area of 20-36 sq a large workdesk with a comfortable swi- m and can cater for 12-30 guests. They vel chair, coffee and tea making facilities are equipped with screens, professional and free mineral water. In some rooms sound system and an overhead projector. there are already fl at LCD TVs, in others RESTAURANTS AND BARS The Gar- the old equipment is going to be replaced den Brasserie, on the ground fl oor, can se- within the next couple of months. Some at up to 200 guests and offers a fusion of rooms also have a fl at safe for a laptop, but international and Polish cuisine. Breakfa- the guests can also make use of the free sa- sts in a form of buffet are served here from fes at the reception desk. Despite its loca- 6.00 am. Krzysztof Górzyński is the chef tion in the heart of the city with the car here. The Novotel cuisine has undergone 4-star hotel in the heart of Szczecin traffi c and trams, the guests won’t be bo- radical changes recently, and can now sa- wwithit all mod cons and excellent cuisine for a busi- thered by the noise, as the hotel is perfec- tisfy the tastes of even the most deman- ness traveller. tly soundproofed. An additional bonus ding guests. The menu includes such spe-
20 | JULY / AUGUST 2010 PRZYJEMNOŚĆ LATANIA “MADE IN ITALY”.
Odkryj całe Włochy z Alitalią – dzięki lotom do 28 włoskich miast zabierzemy Cię tam gdzie tylko chcesz.
alitalia.pl JULY / AUGUST 2010 | 21 HOTEL: WARSAW Hilton Warsaw Hotel & Convention Centre
WHAT IS IT LIKE? The Hilton belongs to the most recogniza- ble brands in the hotel industry. It is commonly associated with prestige and comfort. The company has become a major player due to Conrad Hilton, who bought the fi rst hotel in 1919. Hilton hotels have always attached importance to innovations – they were the fi rst to introduce TV in the rooms, electronic system of booking and to launch the fi rst internet website. In the War- saw Hilton the comfort can be felt everywhere: in the comforta- ble bedrooms, the spacious lobby, the perfectly designed confe- rence centre or in the elegant fi tness club.
FACTS ROOMS The hotel has 314 rooms, including 11 suites. TIPS Hilton Plus – bedrooms with separate are- as for work and relaxation. Wifi and wired inter- net access. Excellent conference facilities. PRICE A midweek stay in a standard room in the fi rst week of July cost 495 PLN per night. CONTACT Hilton Warsaw Hotel & Convention Centre, Grzybowska 63, 00-844 Warszawa Tel. + 48 22 356 55 55, warsaw.hilton.com
222 | LIPIECJULU YY/ / AUGUAUA/ SIERPIEŃSTST 2012 20100 WHERE IS IT? The hotel is situated in in part of this 26-storey hotel. There is the centre of Warsaw, so it’s close to a gre- a special area of 3,000 sq m, where con- at number of business venues in the ca- ferences, training courses and business pital. It takes about 20-30 minutes to get meetings can be held. The biggest confe- there from the Warsaw Frédéric Cho- rence room is Warsaw Hall. It is 1,406 sq pin Airport. It’s a short distance from m (plus a foyer of 520 sq m) and can hold the central railway station, it has also a up to 1,850 people. It can be divided in- very good location as far as public com- to fi ve smaller rooms. Besides, there are munication is concerned. 12 Hilton Meeting Rooms, for about 26- Pistaccio is open from 8.00 am until 1.00 ROOM FACILITIES Warsaw Hilton 75 people. There is also a Boardroom – am. Another bar – Axis (open from 5.00 has 314 air-conditioned (the air condi- a room devoted to meetings of boards of pm until 1.00 am) offers a wide selection tioning can be adjusted manually) be- directors and supervisory boards. of vodkas, cocktails and light meals. In drooms and suites. The amenities in- The guests have also the possibility to the summer season the Piazza restaurant clude the wireless and wired internet use Business Center, equipped with com- offers grilled dishes, salads, snacks and access, tea and coffee making facilities, puter equipment, photocopiers, printers, cocktails. an iron and an ironing board, a mini faxes and phones. If you are in need, you RECREATION The recreation is provi- bar, an LCD TV set, and a comfortable can rent a mobile or a tape recorder. ded by the Holmes Place Lifestyle Club, workdesk. There are huge, fl oor-to-ce- Executive rooms have access to the which has a big 25-metre long swimming iling windows, which can be darkened elegant business lounge, situated on the pool. Other facilities include high quali- completely. The fl oors in the marble ba- top fl oor of the hotel building, where you ty fi tness equipment, and a sauna. The- throoms are heated, and the guests rece- can check in and out, have access to bo- re is a wide choice of sports activities to ive Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries. oks, newspapers, television. The place al- choose from, and you can also hire a per- The bedrooms are spacious, the smal- so serves breakfasts, drinks and snacks, sonal coach. Thalgo Terrake Spa offers a lest standard ones are 30 sq m. They and provides an excellent place for busi- wide range of exotic massages and beau- are equipped with King or Twin beds, ness meetings. ty treatments for the whole body, as well a coffee table with armchairs, and ha- RESTAURANTS AND BARS The Me- as the facials. In the hotel there is also ve pictures hanging above the bed. An za restaurant is the main dining venue in a jeweller’s, an amber gallery, a fl orist’s interesting option are bedrooms with a the hotel. The chief, Sven Thomsen, spe- and a souvenir shop. Those in need of a separate work area, marked by „Plus” cializes in international and Polish cuisi- major adrenaline rush can head for the in their name (Deluxe Plus or Execu- ne – especially the pierogis are a real de- Olympic Casino Sunrise, where they will tive Plus). Executive Corner Suites are light of the palate. The restaurant serves fi nd roulette, blackjack and poker tables. much more spacious – 64 sq m, and the breakfasts and lunches. It is open from Tomasz Niemaszko presidential suite is 130 sq m. The latter 6.30 am to 11.00 pm. In the hotel there one comprises a lounge, a dining room, is also the Pistaccio Lobby Bar & Loun- bedrooms and a kitchenette. ge, where you can chat with friends in a CoComfortable and elegant hotel with high BUSINESS FACILITIES Conference relaxing atmosphere. Especially so, be- ququality service. An excellent place for someone facilities are impressive, and located in cause the bar offers a great selection of who comes to the capital on business. a separate building, adjacent to the ma- whisky and cognac, and delicious snacks.
JULY / AUGUST 2010 | 23 storey hotel there are four bedrooms su- itable for the handicapped. BUSINESS FACILITIES Poznań Ibis hotel has two conference rooms on its of- fer. They are called Malta and Rusałka. Both are 25 sq m, and can be combined into one room, which can accommoda- te up to 50 guests altogether. These ro- oms are often used for small business meetings or training courses. Standard facilities include broadband internet ac- cess, air-conditioning, a fl ipchart, audio- visual equipment. There is also a possibi- lity to organize a video conference. The hotel offers short coffee breaks and se- HOTEL: POZNAŃ rves snacks, e.g. cakes, croissants or san- dwiches. It is also possible to order lunch Ibis Centrum for all the participants. On the lobby level there are two more rooms, also frequently used by business WHAT IS IT LIKE? Ibis hotels have travellers. One of them has glass walls, one undeniable advantage – you know and has two computers and a printer. very well what to expect from them. The- The other room is divided by a wooden se are not wonderfully luxurious places, partition, and you will fi nd there a lar- but they provide decent accommoda- ge table, two comfortable armchairs and tion, nice cuisine and good quality se- a computer. It is often used by business rvice in all the hotels belonging to the travellers for smaller meetings. French Accor corporation. The prices RESTAURANTS AND BARS L’Esta- are reasonable. And so it is in Poznań. minet restaurant can seat 74 people, and The Ibis hotel for the past 10 years has serves dishes from international cuisine. offered competitive prices, when com- Especially worth trying is the Norwegian pared to other hotels in the area. At the salmon, but they also serve delicious be- same time, the hotel provides business ef. The menu is seasonal, so the set of di- travellers with decent accommodation. shes changes once in a while. What cap- WHERE IS IT? 2-star Ibis hotel is on- and a toboggan run. The hotel has also tures the attention are funny names, e.g. ly 2 kilometres away from the Main Ra- a rooftop paid car park. children section is called „Menu for little ilway Station. Similar distance separa- ROOM FACILITIES As usually with brats”. The same goes with breakfasts, se- tes it from the vibrant Old City. It takes Ibis hotels, everything is neat and com- rved in a form of buffet from 6.30 am until about 20 minutes drive to get there from fy. There are 146 bedrooms of proper, 10.00 (11.00 at the weekend), but there is the Ławica airport, and 5 minutes away Ibis standard. Bedrooms are 14 sq m, also early breakfast (from 4.00 am. to 6.00 Poznań International Fair is organized. and come with one comfortable bed (or am.), which is called “An Early Bird”, and A short distance separates the hotel from two separate ones), single, or double one late breakfast (after 10.00), called “Sleepy- the famous Malta, where many cultural and a bathroom with a shower. Ameni- head’s breakfast”. A la carte restaurant is events are held, there is also a ski slope ties include an LCD TV set with satellite open from 12.00 am. until 10.30 pm., and TV, a wardrobe and a comfortable work- right next to it there is an all-night bar. desk. To make it easier to work, free wifi RECREATION There are no recreatio- FACTS is available throughout the hotel. Bedro- nal facilities at Ibis Hotel. ROOMS Ibis hotel in Poznań has 146 bedrooms oms are air-conditioned, and come with Andrzej Czuba of the same category, but they come with different curtains able to completely darken the beds – either one double or two single ones. room. Air-conditioning can be control- TIPS Wireless internet included in the price, conve- led manually, but you can also open the nient location. windows. Bedrooms are single or double, PPoznań is a PRICE A room in the Ibis hotel in the middle of June there is also a possibility to put an addi- busbbubusiness city, and Ibis hotel cost 167 PLN per night. tional bed for a child. There is no room provides very good conditions CONTACT Hotel Ibis Poznań Centrum service, but at the reception desk you get for business trips to the city. ul. Kazimierza Wielkiego23,61-863 Poznań, Poland, everything you need: a hairdryer or an Convenient location is a major tel. +48618584400, accorhotels.com iron, there is also a possibility to use a de- advantage. posit box, fax or a laundry. In this three-
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Centrum Lotów Discovery Sp. z o.o. ul. Świętokrzyska 36 00-116 Warszawa LIPIEC / SIERPIEŃ 2010 | 25 HOTEL: GDAŃSK of a bedroom, a bathroom, and a loun- ge – often used for small business me- Scandic etings. The standard equipment inclu- des one or two single beds, a TV, a mini bar, a bathroom with a bath or a shower, WHAT IS IT LIKE? Scandinavian and a safe, and coffee and tea making facili- friendly – that’s how you could describe ties. Huge desk provides a lot of place to the Scandic hotel in a nutshell. A year work. The guests can use free wired in- ago it replaced the Holiday Inn. Scan- ternet - to get the access you need to ask dic Hotels chain is a Scandinavian giant for a code at the reception desk. The co- with 150 hotels (each one with unique de is valid for 6 hours - after that time, architecture and decor). In Poland the- you need to get a new one. The air condi- re are two of them – in Wrocław and tioning in the bedrooms is fully adjusta- Gdańsk. Scandic is concerned with the ble, but you can also open the windows, ecology and you can tell, as waste sorting, which is important for those who are not water in specially designed glass carafes, big fans of air conditioning. The curta- and food made from eco products are ins let you completely darken the room. perfect examples of this policy. Close to Such “artifi cial night” is especially use- the reception desk there is a typical Scan- ful for those who wants to have a rest du- dic shop, where you can buy all necessa- ring the daytime. In the suites, the guest ry things like shaving foam, or tights, but can expect free mineral water, and the- also coffee, sandwiches and Jamie Oliver re are plans to introduce free mini bars books, as Scandic closely cooperates with as well. In the white-decorated bathroom this renowned British chef. the fl oor is heated, and bottled cosme- WHERE IS IT? In the heart of Gdańsk. tics, which are so often found in many Scandic Hotel is opposite the Main Ra- other hotels, here were replaced with di- ilway Station. It’s a stone’s throw from the Old City, which is the most beautiful part of the city. Nearby, there is a shop- FACTS ping centre and a cinema, and 400 me- ROOMS Scandic Hotel has 143 bedrooms, inclu- tres away in Heweliusz Street there is ding 18 double suites. a mini terminal, where you can check TIPS Wireless internet access included in the pri- in and be transferred to the airport. De- ce, pro-eco solutions in the whole hotel, delicio- spite being situated in the Gdańsk’s bu- us food. siest artery, Scandic hotel is a quiet place PRICE Booking a bedroom in Scandic hotel in the thanks to its soundproof windows. The- second week of June (in the middle of the week) re is no hotel car park, but nearby the- cost 389 PLN. re is a huge public car park, which costs CONTACT Hotel Scandic, Podwale Grodzkie 9 40 PLN a day. 80-895 Gdańsk, Tel. +48 58 300 60 00 ROOM FACILITIES Scandic is a thre- scandichotels.com/scandic-polska/ e-storey building with 143 bedrooms, scandic-gdansk including 18 double suites, consisting
26 | JULY / AUGUST 2010 screens and the internet access. All the rooms have access to the natural light. Scandic is eagerly supporting the “con- scious meetings”, i.e. meetings organi- zed in line with the eco-friendly rules - the hotel offers their own fi ltered water served in carafes, coffee from eco-frien- dly plantations, or even recyclable sta- tionery. There is also organic menu, in- cluding dry fruit. The business offer is complemented with the business area with 2 computers and a printer.
RESTAURANTS AND BARS You can already start licking your lips as the cu- isine in Gdańsk Scandic hotel is sensa- tional! The chef Paweł Pawluk is both a magician and a miracle-worker, as all the dishes here are mouth-watering and praiseworthy. The tomato soup with a huge cloud of cream, tuna steak or ravioli with grape- fruit particles of different colour – the- se are only some of the culinary master- pieces. All of these, together with excellent Chilean wines, make it really hard to le- spensers – this being in line with the eco- ave the table in their Little Italy restau- friendly policy of Scandica hotels. Just rant. The restaurant is open from 12.00 like the three-section rubbish bin, enco- am until 10.00 pm, earlier you can eat he- uraging guests to sort the waste. What’s re breakfast in the form of buffet (which interesting, if you put a lit cigarette into includes 101 different items - it’s one the bin, it will automatically shut to pre- of Scandic traditions). They also have vent fi re. Eight rooms in the hotel can be a special kids menu, composed in coope- combined together, in this way creating ration with Jamie Oliver. What’s intere- much larger space, if needed. In the be- sting, children may not only pick the fo- drooms for the handicapped, there are od items, but also prepare them. On the special facilities like vibrating alarm menu, you’ll also fi nd gluten-free dishes. clocks, additional peepholes in the door LEISURE FACILITIES The hotel fi t- which are places lower than usually, and ness club has a small gym, a sauna, a ste- emergency buttons. am bath and a massage room (available BUSINESS FACILITIES As for busi- at a special request). You can also rent ness facilities in the Gdańsk Scandica a city bicycle in the characteristic red co- hotel, there are four conference rooms lour, or use Nordic walking poles. on the ground fl oor, and two on the last Andrzej Czuba one. Gdańsk, Amsterdam and Kopenha- ga rooms can be combined into one room of 330 sq m altogether and it is often used for big conferences or banquets, accom- modating up to 330 people. Hamburg ro- ExceExcExcellent choice for om, like the rooms on the third fl oor, is tthoththose who come to Gdańsk devoted for smaller meetings, and it can on business. Superb cuisine, be divided into two smaller rooms. Gu- a comfortable working place, ests can count on all sorts of facilities li- which is also nicely-located. ke audio-visual equipment, fl ipcharts,
JULY / AUGUST 2010 | 27 HOTEL: ISTAMBUL Sumahan
FACTS ROOMS Hotel Sumahan offers seven DeLuxe WHAT IS IT LIKE? Sumahan is a hotel suites, three Executive Suites, three Junior Suites with history. It was built in the middle of and also seven double level Loft Suites. 19th century as a small factory producing TIPS Comfortable, spacious suites. Excellent rakia. Today, after the renovation, it offers working conditions. The highest quality service. high quality accommodation and service. PRICE A stay in a DeLuxe Suite costs €295 The major advantage of the hotel is that per night. all the bedroom windows overlook the Bo- CONTACT 51 Cengelkoy, 34684 Istanbul sphorus. In this way, the guests can obse- Tel. +90 216 422 8000, sumahan.com rve the mythical Odysseus’ journey home. WHERE IS IT? Sumahan Hotel is situ- ated on the Bosphorus coast, which sepa- rates Europe and Asia and combines the waters of the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara and the Aegean Sea. It is loca- ted in the district of Cengelkoy, which was once a typical fi shing village, and has pre- served its characteristic charm to this day: there are wooden houses, fi sh restaurants and seaside promenades. The hotel has a good connection with the two bridges over the Bosphorus. It takes 30 minutes to get to the hotel from the airport. ROOM FACILITIES Each bedroom has its own character – that’s what is written in the hotel advertisements, and it’s not an exaggeration. The amenities in most of etings for a great number of people. Ho- sts, lunches and dinners are also served the hotel rooms include fi re places which wever, it is an excellent choice for those in a small hotel restaurant called Water- contribute to the family atmosphere. who need a small, quiet and elegant pla- front Terrace. The interior is both modern and cosy – ce to stay with high quality service. The RECREATION Hamam. This one it is achieved thanks to the combination conference room can hold up to 35 people, words explains it all to the Turkish pe- of wood, marble, steel and bricks. The ro- and it is comes with the highest quality ople. Hamam is a traditional Turkish oms come with spacious bathrooms, ma- equipment. bath, and you will fi nd one in the Suma- ny of them are equipped with steam bath. RESTAURANTS AND BARS The han hotel. It’s a perfectly designed place Standard amenities include a mini bar, a Kordon restaurant is a separate enti- in the shape of a circle and covered with safe, satellite TV, audio system and, natu- ty, but it belongs to the hotel complex. a dome. Everyone feels relaxed after ta- rally the internet access. Its cosy interior make you feel relaxed king a bath or massage in the restful at- In the whole Sumahan hotel there are and sets you in an optimistic mood be- mosphere of the place. There is also a only suites, differing in equipment and fore your meal. The food is excellent, small fi tness centre in the hotel. decor. The smallest are DeLuxe suites, indeed. Kordon specializes in fi sh and Tomasz Koźmiński larger ones are called Junior Suites, and seafood, and having tried it I can real- they come with a spacious lounge. Loft ly say they are real specialists. Salted tu- Suite is spread on two levels and has a se- na, smoked salmon or octopus salad – all A high quality bouti- parate garden. Each of these rooms is equ- this tastes divine and looks really great. que hotel, where you can both ipped with a comfortable workdesk. The restaurant has a separate room, able work and have a rest, in relax in BUSINESS FACILITIES Sumahan is to seat 60 people, often hired for compa- a relaxing atmosphere. not suitable for large conferences and me- ny meetings or private parties. Breakfa-
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WHAT IS IT LIKE? This Luxuriousurious Hotel has also bedrooms on the gro- 5-star hotel belongs to the Renaissan-aissan- und fl oor: Garden Deluxe are the rooms ce brand. It catches your attentionn eveneven situated in the main building, whereas from a distance. It is a 27-storeyy buil-buil- Garden Standard are to be found in the ding, its interior is warm and cosysy andand so-called Annex Building, next to the po- service is of good quality – all off thesethese ol – those rooms are arranged in a more contribute to the high class of the pplace.lace.. traditional way. WHERE IS IT? It takes only 5 mminu-inu- BUSINESS FACILITIES The hotel has tes to get there from the Ataturk airport.irport.. a large potential to organize conferences The Istanbul centre is about 20 minu-minu- and other business meetings. There are tes away. 25 meeting rooms altogether. The total ROOM FACILITIES There arere 392392 number of people, who can participate air-conditioned bedrooms and 22 susuitesites in a meeting in the biggest Ballroom and spread across the 27 fl oors of thee mmainain Foyer, reaches 2,000. building and another 1-storey building,ilding, Those guests who book certain bedro- situated next to a small swimmingng po-po- oms, have also access to the Club Loun- ol. Each room comes with an LCDCD TV ge. It’s an ideal place for both informal set (with an interactive channel, wwherehere and formal meetings, as well as for go- you can inspect your bills), a safe,, a mi-mi-- od relaxation. ni bar, coffee and tea making facilities,ities, a RESTAURANTS AND BARS There workdesk, Queen or Twin bed, andnd aac-c-- are six restaurants in the hotel to satis- cess to wired or wireless Internet (aroundaround fy the most sophisticated palates. Daph- € 5 per day). The smallest bedroomm iiss 26 ne specializes in Mediterranean and Tur- sq m. Drinking water is complimentaryentary kish cuisine, and this is where breakfasts and paid extra. and lunches are served. Bier Stube serves Some bedrooms in the hotel haveave acac-- German cuisine (delicious curry wurst) cess to the Club Lounge, a place aimedaimed and excellent beers. Its interior is typi- at satisfying businessmen’s needs.s. TThe-he- cally Bavarian. Nearby, for the sake of ba- se are standard rooms, and DeLuxee ones,ones, lance, there is the Champions restaurant occupying the space of 50 sq m each.ch. Le-Le- which serves Mexican and American cu- t’s not forget about Junior Suites ((thosethose isine, and The Marmara Fish Restaurant situated in the corners of the buildinging areare – a place for sea food lovers - all the dishes the most interesting), which are 611 sq m are delicious and elegantly served. The- and consist of a bedroom, a loungee aandnd a re is also The Royal China, a bar called spacious bathroom. The largest onene - thethe Noblesse, which serves everything a good presidential suite is 145 sq m (withh a di-di- bar should have on its offer, and The Po- ning room and an additional bathroom).room). lat Pattiserie, a French eatery, where you can order chocolates, cakes and pancakes. LEISURE FACILITIES The Hotel has two swimming pools, one is indoor and the other one outdoor. There is also a sau- na, a Turkish bath, a solarium, tennis co- urts and squash courts. Additionally, you FACTS can go to the Spa centre and a perfectly- ROOMS Hotel dysponuje 414 pokojami, equipped fi tness centre. w tej liczbie znajdują się 22 apartamenty. Tomasz Karpiński TIPS The hotel is perfectly situated, offers com- fortable work place, and a wide range of eateries to choose from (5 restaurants and a bar). It’s an ideal hotel PRICE The Internet rate for a night in a standard for a businessman visiting room is about €165. Istanbul. Apart from the ideal CONTACT Renaissance Polat Istanbul Hotel, business conditions, it offers 2 Yesilyurt Istanbul, 34149 Turkey, exciting possibilities for rela- tel. + 90 212 4141800, marriott.com xation.
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Í Í LIPIEC / SIERPIEŃ 2010 | 31 RESTAURANT: WARSAW bowls full of fruits – all this gives you a fe- prawns, rocket, slices of chicken breast, eling of rural and domestic bliss, but at complemented by anchovies and parme- Zielnik Café the same time, it’s well thought out, a lit- san sauce. tle bit ascetic, and giving you solace after The main courses in the restaurant are a hard day. an interesting fusion of tastes from all INFO It’s been 10 years since Zielnik Ca- MENU In the menu you will fi nd no Mag- over the world, but this only highlights fé was launched. The place was founded da Gessler’s fi nesse and imagination. In- the high quality of the local original cu- by Magdalena Gessler and Mariusz Dia- stead, there is a lot of Mariusz Diakow- isine. Veal dumplings, Siberian pielmie- kowski. One year later – a summer gar- ski’s good taste and solidity. Everything ni with sour cream and butter or salmon den was created in the Dreszer Park, op- is fresh and made from high quality pro- in a caper sauce and chive puree are defi - posite the restaurant. The garden is open ducts. Among starters, you will fi nd short nitely worth recommendation. Desserts from the beginning of May until the end cupcakes with smoked salmon and hor- are also fabulous. There is apple pie with of September. It’s defi nitely one of the seradish mousse in a honey mustard sau- vanilla ice cream or pancakes with apri- most beautiful summer gardens in War- ce, hot spinach with Gorgonzola cheese cots and cointreau. The wine choice is saw. It’s small, cosy and nicely arranged – and white pepper, crayfi sh in cognac sau- modest and the prices are average. Cha- in a simple and comfortable manner. Ad- ce with cream and croutons, and an excel- blis, for 175 PLN a bottle, was delicious. ditionally, it has comfortable chairs and lent salmon steak tartare with crashed se- THE PERSONNEL A good restaurant nice ornaments. The kitchen is situated same snaps, fennel, mustard, sour cream can be recognized by its competent and in a small separate pavilion - it’s discre- and beans. unassuming service. The one in Zielnik is et and keeps the smells away. When the The soups in the Zielnik Café are se- perfect. Quick, nice and natural – a custo- mosquitoes start attacking in the evening, asonal, and it’s defi nitely to the benefi t mer will get necessary information witho- the staff is well prepared – there are re- of the customers as this season they can ut having to listen to exaggerated admira- pellents, candles and blankets. It’s a kind try dill-fl avoured broth with home-ma- tion of the dishes presented in the menu of place you would be proud to show to de pasta, sorrel soup with hard-boiled – which is common in some restaurants. your foreign guests, and you yourself wo- egg or a purred green pea soup with cro- Not to mention the fact, that waitresses in uld want to come here for a lunch with utons. Salads come with a great variety Zielnik are very pretty. your family too. There is even a playgro- of taste-enriching ingredients. Grilled PRICES The cost of a dinner in Zielnik und for children nearby. is average, if we take into account the fact LOCATION Zielnik Café is situated in that it’s a restaurant in Warsaw. Starters Odyniec street in the district of Mokotów, cost slightly more than 30 PLN, soups are near Puławska - one of the capital’s ma- about 20 PLN, salads – between 33 and in streets. And so there is a constant tro- 37 PLN, the prices of main courses ran- uble with the inadequate number of par- ge between 35 and 69 PLN, and desserts king spaces. cost about 20 PLN. THE INTERIOR To put it simply: it’s VERDICT A pleasant place, with high just pretty. With no unnecessary embel- quality service – good for both a business lishments, but refined taste and class. meeting and a family lunch. The main restaurant consists of four ro- ■ Zielnik Café, ul. Odyńca15, oms, each one is a bit idyllic in style. On 02-608 Warszawa the walls there are hand made pictures of tel.228443500, zielnikcafe.pl herbs, paintings, ubiquitous fl owers and Tomasz Koźmiński
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ined the F1 circus as the driver for BMW- Sauber team. The Hungaroring circuit is 4,381 me- money and organize one of Grand Prix tres long and the race lasts 70 laps. The races in a country from behind the Iron track designed by a Hungarian engine- udapest is one of the most Curtain, i.e. in one of Soviet Union’s sa- er Istvan Papp was built in such a way beautiful European cities. It’s tellite countries. Initially, the plan was to that the spectators could see as much a huge metropolis, as 20% of organize the “communist” Grand Prix in on-track action as possible. This was, ho- all the Hungarian live here, the lion’s den – that is in Moscow itself. wever, done at the cost of performance as and it provides its visitors with The talks were long and tedious because Hungaroring is considered as one of the every now and again the Russians came Bmany possibilities to relax, visit the sights circuits where overtaking opportunities up with new demands and limitations. are exceptionally rare. In this aspect it and explore the neighbourhood. You That is why FIA decided to start negotia- can spend your time playing and having tions with the Hungarians who thought fun in the evenings with good compa- that the event is not only a perfect way to ny. There are also plenty of good hotels, high quality restaurants or fascinating museums. is often compared to the street circuit in Monte Carlo. The first race was held on 10 August repair the budget, but also to promote the 1986 and was watched by over 200,000 nding some time country. spectators – a surprising number, conside- The Hungarians started building the It’s defi nitely worth fi ring the fact that at that time the prices of Formula One race track in Mogyorod, tickets by far exceeded the average salary to visit the Hungarian capital. Everyone near Budapest. The circuit was named who has ever visited it keeps it in their me- rst of most Hungarians. The historical race Hungaroring and was ready after just was won by Nelson Piquet in Williams mory and is always willing to come back. eight months of construction work – a real Especially because holidays there guaran- who repeated this success also a year later. example of socialist “good work”. The fi The circuit record of 1:19.071 is presen- tee you sports emotions at the highest race was set to be held in 1986. tly held by the seven time world champion level. Literally. Two of the sports events, The appearance of the Hungarian held in the summertime, attract hundreds Michael Schumacher who established it Grand Prix in the F1 calendar was a truly in his Ferrari in 2004. Schumacher is also of thousands rstpeople one fromis Hungarian all over the Grand con- great sensation. On the racing weekend, tinent. The fi the most time winner of the Hungarian Budapest was literally besieged by ra- Grand Prix – he managed to do it four Prix F1 Racing, the other one are air races cing fans. In front of the hotel where the as part of the Red Bull Air Race World times. drivers were staying, the organizers exhi- This year marks the 25th Hungarian
Championship. ▲ bited shiny F1 cars. The tourists from Grand Prix and I think nobody would all over Europe, including a large group HUNGARORING – THE F1 RUSH object if Robert Kubica celebrated this Scandinavians, were taking thousands anniversary by winning the race. Contrary to common beliefs, Budapest of photos. Also the Poles have visited the has a long history of motor racing. The circuit for years, but they appeared in rst Grand Prix was held here as early as fi their thousands when Robert Kubica jo- 1936. The circuit, which was about 3 miles long, was situated in a park near the city centre. Several thousand spectators came to see and admire the roaring Mercedes and Ferraris. The race was won by the famous Italian driver Tazio Nuvolari who drove Alfa Romeo. Then, during the years of war and communist regime nobody se- riously thought of resurrecting this event. Until the mid-80s, when there was visible political thaw in some countries of the Eastern Bloc. FIA federation – the governing body of Formula One, the pinnacle of motorsport which uses the most technologically ad- vanced solutions, decided to earn more
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A PILOT UNDER THE BRIDGE The second half of August is the time for brave pilots and mad air races. Two days, 19th and 20th August are marked by the pilots performing acrobatic manoeuvres contradicting the laws of physics to the accompaniment of the cheering funs sho- uting enthusiastically from both banks of the Danube river. This is the magic of the Red Bull Air Race, which is going to be held at Hungarian capital for the 7th time in a row. This competition involving pilots per- forming extremely difficult manoeuvres in small sports planes, is sometimes referred to as desperado racing, and it was first held in 2002. Red Bull, known for supporting the enthusiasts of fancy and death-defying sports events, has promoted and invested lots of money in this mixture of acrobatic manoeuvres and a race against the clock. The Air Race is a sports event, where the participants have to fly in a small sport pla- ne, along a particular route. For this pur- pose, in Budapest special inflatable pylons have been put in the waters of the Danube. The run is about 5 kilometres long, the air gates marked by the pylons are of two colo- urs – blue ones serve as an information to the pilot that the gate must be crossed in level flight, while red ones ought to be cros- sed in vertical flight by tiliting the plane by 90 degrees. It is a race against the clock, so the acrobatic manoeuvres look like an extreme show of courage and last less than a minute. The races are judges by a panel of judges: if a manoeuvre is performed aga- inst the rules – the pilot receives penalty seconds which add up to the overall time of the flight. The speed of flight reaches 370 kilometres per hour, and the load factor amounts even to 12 G. In 2009 the Red Bull Air Show events attracted 3.5 million spectators altogether. This year the event is held in 8 cities on 5 continents. 15 pilots are going to take part in it, including Peter Besenyei, an outstan- ding and experienced Hungarian pilot, much admired by his countrymen. The 2010 season started in March in Abu Dhabi, the next event took place in Perth, Australia, and later on in June the races were held in Windsor, Canada and New York. Now the Air Race has been moved to Europe. In the middle of July, the Air Race is taking place in Berlin, and later in Budapest and finally in Lisbon in September. You can already book the tickets. This holiday season the Hungarian capital se- ems to be unrivalled. ■
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●1 In May 1929 the company invited ap- plications for designing LOT’s logo. The winning project was that of artist Tadeusz Gronowski who proposed an image of a stylized crane in fl ight. In the same year the company’s name was extended to “Polskie Linie Lotnicze LOT”. The airline also joined the Internatio- nal Air Transportation Association (IA- TA). In 1934, LOT received its headqu- arters located at the new Warsaw Okęcie Airfi eld, where later the company built a modern passenger airport. After the change of some Polish spel- ling rules, in 1938 the company’s name became Polskie Linie Lotnicze LOT (for- merly, Polskie Linje Lotnicze). In May that year a LOT’s crew operated a first A LOT of facts experimental transatlantic fl ight from the United States to Poland. Over 50 aircraft, more than 100 destinations, and the membership The WWII hampered the development in the world’s largest airline alliance – Star Alliance. These are present of the company. As a result, 16 out of 26 facts. However, LOT Polish Airlines started in a much more modest way. airplanes constituting the Polish fl eet we- re interned in Romania. Unfortunately, he pioneering years of civil UNITED in the course of war all LOT’s hangars and aviation were marked by the In 1928, The Department of Civil airport buildings were destroyed. operation of numerou private Air Transportation in the Ministry of companies which tried to orga- Transportation develops a programme FROM SOVIETS TO AMERICANS nize Polish air transport. The of fundamental changes to take place In 1945, the pre-war company: Polskie T most important events of that time were in the Polish air transportation. All Linie Lotnicze LOT Sp. z o. o. [Polish the inauguration of the fi rst airline con- private air transportation companies Airlines Ltd.] was re-established under nection from Warsaw (1920) and regular were closed. Instead, the government compulsory state control. LOT’s first fl ights from Gdańsk to Warsaw and fur- established on 29 December 1928, one post-war advertising poster depicted air- ther to Lvov (1922). Also in 1922 a limi- state self-governed enterprise called planes fl ying over the ruins and the slogan ted liability company called „Aerolloyd” Linje Lotnicze LOT Sp. z o.o.The com- Polish Airlines was established. Later, pany started its operation on 1 January ●3 the name was changed into “Aerolot”. 1929. The range of existing connections In 1925 in Poznań an airplane transpor- increased and another two were laun- tation enterprise called Aero Sp. z o. o. ched: from Warsaw to Katowice and [Ltd.] was established. Bydgoszcz.
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●7 ●9 ●11 saying: „The wings of LOT Polish Airlines their later re-establishment was a gradu- 1. A historic hall In 1999 LOT’s fleet expanded with the in LOT’s head will help in reconstruction.” In 1946, the al process. offi ce purchase of three new Embraer aircraft, company had a fleet of ten Li-2 double In the fi rst half of the 80s, new routes 2. A fl ight schedule which helped to increase the number of from 1939 engine aircrafts taken over from the army were launched: initially from Warszawa 3. The crew of the offered connections. Also in 199, the State and started its first national connection to New Delhi and Beijing, and a few years Polish aircraft Treasury signed agreements for the sale which fi rst fl ew after WWII on route Warsaw – Gdańsk. later charter fl ights to Detroit and Los An- over the Atlantic of LOT’s shares to Swiss SAirGroup Hol- 4. PWS 24 aircraft, In the same year the company bought 9 geles. One of the milestones in the compa- designed and ding. The turn of 20th and 21st centuries Douglas DC-3 aircraft, and started again ny’s history was the management decision manufactured was marked by a significant increase in the in Poland the network of domestic and international to purchase American brand-new Boeing 5. Lockheed number of connections. LOT’s fleet incre- connections to Berlin, Paris, Stockholm 767 aircraft in 1988. By doing so, LOT Electra was pur- ased by eight Embraers ERJ-145 and three chased in 1936 and Prague. In 1955, the total number of became the first airline in Central and 6. Douglas DC-2 Boeings 737-500. Delivery of 11 new airpla- passengers transported transported since Eastern Europe to use American aircraft. aircraft purcha- nes in 2000 was the largest delivery of pla- sed by LOT the beginning of LOT’s operations exce- in 1935 nes in one year in the company’s history. 7. Junkers Ju-52, eded one million. AFTER THE BREAKTHROUGH the largest The following year, LOT signed a pre- Within the next years LOT started buy- The political changes of 1989 were the LOT’s aircraft of liminary agreement on strategic coopera- that time, could ing new aircraft, including the fi rst turbo- foundation of the company’s further seat up to 15 tion with Lufthansa. These agreements prop Soviet Ił-18 which could seat up to development. New Boeings joined the passengers were an important step towards LOT’s 8. Li-2 fl ew for 100 passengers. By the end of 1966, eight fl eet (767 and 737), together with the fi rst LOT for 25 years Star Alliance membership. In the same such planes were purchased. In 1963, the French-Italian ATR-72 aircraft which since 1944. It year, LOT opened its new offi ce building, was a Soviet company established the first post-war appeared fi rst in 1991. In the same year, version of and launched a new Miles & More loyalty Douglas DC-3 non-European LOT connection to Cairo. LOT launched flights to Vilnius, Kiev, 9. Ił-18 was the programme. In later years, followed the fl ights to Ba- Minsk and Lvov. fi rst turbo-pro- In 2003, LOT and Embraer Brazilian peller aircraft ghdad, Beirut, Benghazi, Damascus and In December 1992 LOT was transfor- which could manufacturer signed an agreement for Tunis. med into a joint stock company of the take up to 100 the delivery of the new Embraer-170 air- passengers on The late 60s were the beginning of State Treasury in order to adapt to new board planes. The following year the airline se- the era of jet airplanes in the Polish air market economy conditions. Also that 10. Tu-134 started rved over 4 million passengers. In recent the jet era transportation. In 1969, a new passenger year, the company’s fi rst loyalty program- in LOT years LOT has expanded its offer of con- 11. Starting 1972, terminal at Warsaw Okęcie Airport was me LOT Voyager was launched. Another Ił-62 made it nections, introduced a new system of elec- opened. One year later the fi rst long-haul stage in the process of increasing the ran- possible for tronic tickets, and successfully resisted the LOT to fl y on the Ił-62 aircraft joined the fl eet, and in 1973, ge of connections was establishing new in- intercontinental economic downturn. Undoubtedly, one the Polish airline established fi rst charter ternational fl ights to such destinations as route to New of the most spectacular decisions was the York connections on Warsaw-New York route. Oslo, Frankfurt, Dusseldorf, and Vienna. 12. Thanks to purchase of the new Boeing 787 Dreamli- 1974 marked the establishment of The At that time LOT had the youngest fl eet Boeing aircraft, ner. LOT will become the fi rst European in the 90s, the Department of Chartered Flights. of all the airlines. Polish fl eet was airline to use the newest 787. ■ the youngest in In 1978, artists Roman Duszek and Late 90s were marked by further incre- Europe. Tomasz Tomczyk Andrzej Zbrozek designed new aircraft ase in number of international connections livery for LOT. The aircraft would be pa- from other Polish airports. LOT started fly- ●12 inted white, with LOT written in cursive ing to various destinations from Gdańsk, letters slanted to the right on the front Cracow, Poznań, and Warsaw. In 1997 section of the fuselage and the „crane” LOT established EuroLOT - a sister airline and Polish fl ag on the tail. However this which took over the operations on dome- didn’t help much in light of the political stic routes. A year later, LOT received the crisis of the late 70s and early 80s. After prestigious Business Travel World award martial law was imposed in Poland in for the Best Central and Eastern European 1981 - all flights were suspended and Airline in Business Class.
LIPIECJULY / /SIERPIEŃ AUGUST 2010 | 39 GUIDE Kastrup Airport, Kopenhagen When the plane descends just before reaching Copenhagen, the passengers wonder if the captain is trying to land on the sea. Luckily, after a short while they can see the land and several minutes later they arrive at Kastrup - the largest and one of the nicest airports in the Northern Europe.
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e want to be considered as the penhagen. The airport is the main hub for the maximum capacity of the runway system is 83 best airport in the world,’ say Scandinavian airline SAS. It’s also extremely operations (take-offs and landings) per hour. the representatives of Copen- important for other airlines – in June this year hagen Airports, the company Kastrup serviced 131 foreign destinations. The SWEDEN? TO THE LEFT which operates the airport in number of passengers in 2009 reached 19.7 mil. Transport from Kastrup airport to the centre of W the Danish capital (also in Roskilde), and they and the number of air operations (take-offs and Copenhagen is very convenient. The best way is seem to be consistent in pursuing that goal. Last landings) reached almost 240 thousand. to take a train – the station is situated under Ter- year, the airport served 20 million passengers with The airport occupies the area of 11.8 sq km minal 3. To get to the platforms you can take a lift the planned increase to 30 million in fi ve years’ ti- and is divided into four major parts: for the pas- or an escalator. The underground railway is also me. For several years the airport in Copenhagen sengers the most important is the northern one within an easy reach - the station is situated at the has been listed as one of the best in various ran- with three passenger terminals, a railway sta- end of Terminal 3. The tickets for the trains and kings also the ones determined by passengers. tion and car parks. The planes take off and land the underground can be bought at the cash desk on two 3.5 and 3.3 kilometre runways, and there in Terminal 3 or from ticket machines located all 8 KILOMETRES FROM THE CENTRE is also a 2.8 km long cross-runway. The airport’s over the airport. The underground trains depart Kastrup – a city on Amager island, is located equipment enables the aircraft to land even un- every 4-5 minutes, in the evenings every 15-20 8 kilometres north-east from the centre of Co- der conditions of extremely poor visibility. The mins. The trip to the centre takes about 15 mins. ▲
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Transport from other terminals is pro- Kastrup ones are used for European and inter- BUSINESS FRIENDLY vided by buses free of charge. The trip continental connections. It’s worth men- At Kastrup airport the passengers will from the most remote Terminal 1 takes to lotnisko tioning that in January this year, SAS be- fi nd several business lounges available about 5 minutes. The bus runs every 10 wyjątkowo came the airport’s strategic partner. As a for passengers of business and fi rst clas- minutes, between 4.30 am and 11.18 pm, result, the minimum connection time at ses. Especially interesting are SAS loun- and at night every 20 minutes – including przyjazne Copenhagen Airport wasreduced from 40 ges. They are quite spacious, at the same weekends. It doesn’t only stop at the ter- pasażerom to 30 minutes for a number of SAS con- time being very intriguing. Their design minals, but also at 10 airport’s car parks nections in the Nordic Region. might be described as ‘positively Scan- (15-minute parking is free-of-charge, Since Kastrup airport is quite large, dinavian’. SAS Business Lounge is open then 25 DKK for each consecutive hour, there are also numerous businesses lo- form 5.30 am to 11 pm (or to the last SAS one-week parking costs 400 DKK). The cated within its area. There are eight car fl ight) and available for the passengers of car parks can accommodate up to 7,000 rental agencies, and masses of shops whe- certain airlines. The access to another lo- cars. re everyone will fi nd something for them- unge - SAS Scandinavian is granted for One of the advantages of the airport, selves. Among them are duty free shops, the owners of EuroBonus (and several or even a tourist attractions of some kind, numerous stores with clothes, toys, souve- other) cards. We will fi nd there comfor- is its proximity to Øresund Bridge which nirs and various accessories. There are al- table chairs, TVs, and magazines. It’s also connects Copenhagen and Malmö, Swe- so designer shops of such brands as Gucci, possible to order a meal or some snacks. den. The bridge can be found to the left Porsche Design, or Versace. Not forget- Business lounges are often used as con- of the airport. The construction is 16 km ting about a multitude of restaurants, bars ference rooms, but even more suitable are long and looks fabulous stretching over and cafeterias. the rooms of Hilton hotel which for years the sea. It can be crossed by trains, a car or The thing which strikes us on entering has been considered to be the best business a bus. However, a trip like this is quite cos- the airport’s buildings is the ubiquito- hotel in Denmark. Hilton Meetings Cen- tly - the toll charge for a car is 285 DKK. us space and light, which can be attribu- tre is located on the 4th fl oor of Terminal ted to the modern architectural designs. 3. It consists of 14 conference rooms, which ART AND AIRCRAFT But that’s not the only thing. The mana- can accommodate 4-50 guests. The airport in Copenhagen was founded gement of Kastrup has for long been su- One more interesting fact: the airport in 1925 and its rapid development star- pporting artists who, in return, provide has so-called ‘The King’s Suite’ which is ted after WWII. It consists of three ter- the airport with their works of art. The mainly used by the Scandinavian royal minals: Terminals 1 and 2 are connected beautiful glass artwork which consists of families, but presidents, parliament he- with a long corridor called Pier A. Termi- 18 glass pieces and stands in the entran- ads, prime ministers and foreign mini- nal 1, built 40 years ago, is used for dome- ce area between Pier West and Pier A was sters. The King’s Suite comprises a re- stic connections and has been expanded created by Norwegian painter Frans Wi- ception area, the king’s room proper, and over the years. Terminal 2 was built even derberg and Danish glass artist Per Steen two small lounges. There is also a separate earlier – in 1960. At that time, it was the Hebsgaard. The painter and the glass ar- Queen’s Room. The Suite is used by abo- largest construction project in Denmark tist have also created three huge, bright ut 700 guests a year. and was inaugurated by King Frederick -coloured glass mosaics named after the Obviously, the passengers might want IX Obviously, it has also been frequently mystical concept of “Arcadia”. There are to know something about the Internet renovated. The newest construction, built a number of other works, but the most re- access in the area. The airport has WiFi in the 90s, is Terminal 3. Its shape was in- cognizable is the bronze sculpture called available throughout all terminals. Apart spired by the shape of aircraft wings and “Girls at the Airport” with two ladies le- from that, the passengers can use so-cal- its roof is 228 metres long. An indoor pas- aning over the balcony of Terminal 3 and led ‘wayports’ – that is self-service public sage connects Terminal 3 with the Hilton “observing” the passengers on the ground access PCs in the transit area, where we Copenhagen Airport. fl oor. Add to this various mosaics on the have access to Microsoft Offi ce programs After leaving the security checkpoint, fl oors, or the unique Dandelion fountain and send e-mails. the passengers go to the parts where gates located in front of the airport’s building For more information about the air- A, B, C and D are located. Pier A is used (the water from the fountain makes the port, visit: cph.dk ■ mainly for domestic flights. The other shape of a dandelion). Jan Dobrowolski
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Rising THE GIANT IS BORN The fl eet of over 280 aircraft, 52 million passengers served per year, over a million tons of transported cargo – all these num- bers, without a doubt, sound extremely impressive. These are the latest numbers Sun presented by JAL group. Japan Air Lines Co. was established on JAL Japan Airlines is almost 1 August 1951. After the Second World a symbol of the country. One of War, Japan had a number of economic limitations, and it had to wait several the world’s largest air carriers years before its first airline project was is presently implementing launched with the help of a capital of over a recovery programme. 100 million yen. At the end of August 1951, Douglas DC3 aircraft leased from Philippine Airlines made several invita- he economic downturn which tional flights, and the main event – the affected the lives of so millions launch of the first domestic connection of people and thousands of took place in October that year. Two years businesses, didn’t spare the later, on 1 August 1953, the Diet of Japan aviation industry. On the con- (Japanese parliament) passed Japan Air Ttrary, the industry received a particularly Lines Company Act forming a new sta- painful blow which knocked down many te-owned Japan Air Lines, which assu- companies. The decreasing number of med all assets and liabilities of its private passengers, increasing costs, and drama- predecessor. tic slump in profi ts contributed to the fact In the initial stages of the company’s that several airlines stood on the verge of operation the aircraft, pilots, and even the bankruptcy, and many others were despe- fl ight attendants were “leased” from other rately trying to save their operations. airlines. Gradually, thanks to obtained JAL - a Japanese airline has for long certificates those positions were taken been the national air carrier. However, it over by the Japanese personnel. One of the has also had to face the brunt of the eco- most important events for the young and nomic downturn. The airline is presently thriving airline was the launch of its fi rst taking painful but necessary measures to international connection. On 2 February overcome the diffi culties and reclaim its 1954 Douglas DC6, named proudly City strong position. of Tokyo, took 18 passengers on board and fl ew to San Francisco, with two brief tech- nical stops at Wake Island and Honolulu. To commemorate this remarkable event, up to this day the connections between Tokyo and San Francisco are fl ight 001. When in the 60s Japan Airlines purcha- sed Douglas DC8 – the company’s fi rst jet aircraft – the number of international con- nections grew dramatically. The new de- stinations included Moscow, Paris, Rome, Hong Kong and New York. The signing of Civil Air Transport Agreement betwe- en the People’s Republic of China and
JAL Japan caused the suspension of air route
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The airline has for long been renowned for the quality of its service –especially for punctuality and customer approach. On intercontinental routes there are fo- ur cabin classes: First Class, Executive, Premium Economy (introduced three years ago), and Economy. The airline’s First Class passengers can enjoy the fully reclining, leather upholstered Skysleeper Solo seats. The passengers of all classes have access to excellent in-fl ight enterta- inment system. Another interesting detail are the cameras located on the wings, belly and the tail of the aircraft. Those who tra- vel internationally are able to watch the live feed and in some cases even decide on the pictures from which camera they prefer to see.
STRIVING TO SURVIVE The economic downfall had been looming over the aviation industry for a few years, and when it became the fact, JAL was one of its victims. The crisis hit so hard and la- sted for so long that the losses turned out to be extremely severe. In February this year, shares of JAL were delisted from between the Republic of China (Taiwan) line of business, the group had numerous the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and the com- and Japan. However, in 1975 a new subsi- other enterprises such as running a hotel pany applied for court protection under diary, Japan Asia Airways, was established chain. JAL became the largest air carrier the Corporate Rehabilitation Law (the and air services between the two countries in Asia and one of the fi ve biggest airlines Japanese equivalent of Administration were later restored. The fl eet grew as JAL in the world. in UK). It was like an earthquake as it purchased the fi rst modern Boeings. The JAL’s fleet comprises 280 aircraft. meant the greatest case of bankruptcy in Japanese air carrier became a force to be Most of them are Boeings and the inter- the history of the continent. JAL’s debt reckoned and quickly took over a large national routes are operated by 747, 767 at that time oscillated around €10 mil- share of the market, especially on the and 777. The Japanese carrier has also a lion. In order to save the company Kazuo transatlantic routes. In late 80s Japan number of McDonnell Douglas aircraft Inamori - a Japanese business guru was Airlines was also privatized and merged and 22 Airbus A 3000 which fly mostly hired. Inamori is the founder of Kyocera with the third largest Japanese air carrier on domestic routes. JAL has also ordered Corporation who, after retiring from the – JAS (Japan Air System). There were from Boeing 35 ultra-modern Dreamliner chairmanship of his company, withdrew also other companies established within aircraft which are said to be utterly from the public life and became a Zen the JAL group, among them Japan Air revolutionary. Buddhist priest. However, when the Charters or budget airline JAL Express. Japanese prime minister himself asked him for help, Inamori decided to act. JAL WAITING FOR THE DREAMLINER is also supported in its efforts to restruc- At that time JAL was a large group con- ture the company by its strategic partner sisting of Japan Airlines, JALways - used American Airlines. for holiday charters, JAL Express - a low The restructuring programme is alre- cost airline which successfully competed ady being implemented. Of course, it’s not on the market of budget operations, and a that easy as it involves reduction in work- number of smaller companies (Hokkaido force by several thousand employees, and Air System, J-Air, Japan Air Commuter, those one who kept their jobs had to agree Japan Transocean Air, and Ryukyu Air for temporary cuts in their salaries. JAL Commuter), which operated on the local was also forced to shut several, less profi - market. Also the cargo sector generated table destinations. considerable revenue. The most important is, however, the At the peak of its operation the group fact that the Japanese carrier is still opera- served 220 destinations to 35 countries ting and gradually regaining its position all over the world. In 2007 JAL joined on the market. ■ Oneworld alliance. Apart from its main Jakub Olgiewicz
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Premium Voyageur is Air France’s new Voyageurclass on long-haul fl ights, a category located between economy and business classes. Premium Voyageur complements the Air France range of services with enhanced travelling comfort and service at very competitive fares.
he new class was introduced in autumn FRENCH DELIGHTS 2009. The fare scale for Premium Voy- Premium Voyageur meal service is the same as in ageur is extremely attractive, particular- Voyageur, a combination of gourmet pleasure and ly for small and medium-size companies balanced menus throughout the fl ight. The service and for passengers accustomed to cho- begins with an aperitif (champagne, wine, etc.) and Tosing Voyageur (economy) class for their leisure tra- is followed by a choice of two balanced hot dishes. vel. By the end of 2010 all Air France’s Boeing 777 On fl ights lasting more than 10½ hours, a buf- aircraft fl ying on intercontinental routes (except fl i- fet service offers passengers a selection of snacks to ghts to the Caribbean and Indian Ocean Islands) will suit all tastes, including mini-sandwiches and Häa- have Premium Voyager class. gen Dazs ice cream bars. Air France offers compli- HOW MUCH mentary champagne in all cabins on its internatio- DOES IT COST? SPACE AND COMFORT nal long-haul routes . Most passengers are positively sur- The exceptional feature of the class is the personal Passengers in Premum Voyageur also receive si- prised! In the most recent promotion space which is totally protected thanks to a fi xed- milar amenities to those available in business class. the price of a return ticket (with all ta- shell seat offering 40% more room than in the Voy- On each seat, they will fi nd a pure wool blanket, a fe- xes included) to New York was 3770 PLN, to Tokyo 4940 PLN, and me- ageur (economy) cabin. The Premium Voyageur ca- ather pillow, a bottle of mineral water and a toiletries re 5550 PLN on Paris-Buenos Aires bin has around 20 seats in an area formerly occupied kit containing Clarins skincare for men and women, route. by 40 seats in Voyageur (economy) class. earphone covers, ear plugs, a toothbrush, a comb, to- The choice of a fi xed-shell seat, generally reserved othpaste, a sleeping mask, and travel socks. Other routes: for the best Business class cabins, makes Air France The leading French and international dailies and Shanghai ...... 4540 PLN the fi rst European airline to offer such a comforta- magazines, together with the “Air France Magazi- Beijing ...... 4550 PLN Hong Kong ...... 4540 PLN ble seat in an intermediate cabin. The seat reclines ne”, are available to Premium Voyageur and Voy- Tokyo ...... 4940 PLN to 123°, allowing the passenger to relax comfortably ageur (economy). Singapore ...... 6930 PLN with the legs extended without intruding on the spa- Premium Voyageur also offers services on the gro- Seoul ...... 6950 PLN ce of the passenger behind. und that make time in the airport much easier. The Osaka ...... 7000 PLN Each seat features: an electric plug for a laptop, passengers may check in at priority desks in Paris Buenos Aires ...... 5550 PLN a wide tray that can easily accommodate a laptop, and throughout the world. The checked baggage al- Sao Paulo ...... 5570 PLN comfortably lit by an individual directional reading lowance is the same as in business cabin, i.e.:2 bags Santiago de Chile ...... 8460 PLN Cairo ...... 4550 PLN light, a cocktail tray prolonging the armrest, and a weighing 32 kilos (compared with 23 kilos in Voy- Dubaj ...... 4760 PLN noise-reducing headset. The individual video scre- ageur/economy class). Lagos ...... 5850 PLN en is 26 cm wide and passengers can choose from It is possible to purchase extra baggage allowance Dakar ...... 8630 PLN the selection of 85 fi lms, available in 9 languages. when checking in, at www.airfrance.pl. Passengers tra- New York ...... 3770 PLN Each month, close to 500 hours of programming velling in Premium Voyageur Class who are members Houston ...... 4810 PLN are available in Premium Voyageur as in Business of Flying Blue programme , earn Miles faster: a full- Los Angeles ...... 4810 PLN Washington ...... 3980 PLN and Voyageur (economy) cabins: cinema, TV series, fare ticket in Premium Voyageur earns 25% more Mi- Montreal ...... 4660 PLN French and international newscasts, games, langu- les than a full-fare ticket in Voyageur (economy) class. Mexico City ...... 4790 PLN age lessons and even a jukebox with 200 CD titles Tomasz Koźmiński
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Air Baltic offers more and more destinations. The Latvian air carrier has been building its position for almost 15 years.
he aircraft with the cha- racteristic yellow tail are a common sight on the grounds T of Riga International Airport. As of present, the airline’s fl eet comprises 31 aircraft. The number of passengers served by Air Baltic exceeds 2.5 million a year. The airline is thriving. The decision to create Air Baltic joint ven- ture whose aim was to establish an airline, was made in 1995. In August that year, all necessary do- cuments were signed and the fi rst Air Baltic’s plane took off in October. Initially, the company was co- owned by Scandinavian Airlines, the Latvian state (the major shareholder), and vario- us funds and corporations from Danemark, Sweden and the USA. The first Air Baltic’s air- AIR BALTIC / DEJAN GOSPODAREK AIR BALTIC
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craft was a Swedish turboprop HOW TO AVOID TROUBLE Saab 340 which could seat up to Air Baltic welcomed the new millennium by 33 passengers. Soon other aircraft introducing new uniforms for its aircrew were bought, including Avro RJ70 and opening a large cargo centre at Riga’s and Fokker 50, which later replaced airport. In 2001, the airline carried its the Saabs. At that time, the airline 1 millionth passenger. In December closely cooperated with SAS, becoming that year, the board of the company a partner in the Scandinavian carrier’s announced that for the fi rst time in EuroBonus programme. Air Baltic’s history the company In April 1997, cargo department was laun- posted profit. It seemed that ched – the move was made to expand Air the most difficult period of Baltic’s offer and to provide new solutions investing large amount of mo- which would contribute to the company’s ney and waiting for profi ts was development. over. Unfortunately, the crisis on ▲
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the aviation market, which affected THE WIND even the largest players, didn’t spare the FROM THE SEA Latvian airline. The Latvian airline was able to survive In 2003 Air Baltic received its fi rst orde- the most diffi cult period. At the moment red Boeing 737-500, which seated over 120 the Air Baltic Corporation is 53 per cent passengers. Also that year the company owned by the Latvian government, with closed with considerable profi t. However, the other 47 per cent in the hands of SIA the following year wasn’t that positive, as Baltijas aviācijas sistēmas. Air Baltic generated its fi rst loss. In 2007 The airline carries over 2.5 million the airline started training Boeing 737 passengers every year and its head of- pilots at a simulator at its home base in fice is located on the grounds of Riga Riga. The fl eet was also further expanded International Airport where the passen- by four new Boeing 737. At that time Air gers may choose over 50 direct internatio- Baltic had 20 aircraft: 12 Boeing 737 and nal destinations operated by Air Baltic. eight Fokker 50. Also, new connections Among them are Amsterdam, Amman, were gradually being launched. Barcelona, Beirut, Copenhagen, Dubai, This policy turned out to be very reaso- Helsinki, Madrid, Moscow, Munich, nable and produced visible effects. The Paris, Tel Aviv, Vienna, Zurich, and Łotewski airline opened new representative offi ces Warsaw (operated daily - departure at przewoźnik in St. Petersburg and Tallin. Eventually, 11.30 am, the return fl ight at 1.35 pm). the company managed to overcome the The newest connections from Riga were skutecznie problems. It seemed that the economic launched at the beginning of July. Some broni się downfall came to an end and the airli- of the most recent ones are the fl ights to nes would now be able to steadily rebuilt Arkhangelsk, Russia, and Lulea – a city przed their operations. However, all those ho- at the northern tip of Sweden. kryzysem pes went out of the window when due to The second Air Baltic’s base, which the volcanic ash from Iceland European is of growing importance, is the airport w liniach airlines suffered huge losses counted in in Vilnius, Lithuania, from which the lotniczych billions of euro. Latvian airline offers direct flights to 737-500 and 8 Boeing 737-300. Those air- Berlin, Amsterdam, Dublin, London, craft are quite similar (B 737-300 is sligh- Copenhagen, Paris, Rome, Tallin, and tly longer and seats 149 passengers – 20 obviously to Riga. more than B 737-500). The smaller pla- The airline also offers ‘fl ight+hotel’ nes in the fl eet of Air Baltic are Fokker 50 service, which is a package consisting of (11 machines of this type) and two Dash a plane ticket plus a stay in one of 10 Air 8 Q400 NextGen – excellent turboprops Baltic Hotels located in 4 different coun- produced by Canadian Bombardier. tries. Another interesting idea is the fi rst They seat 76 passengers. self-service bike rental service which was The company presently employs al- launched just before the holidays. most 1,200 people. Without doubt, Air The fleet of the Latvian air carrier Baltic is doing quite good on the market comprises 31 aircraft. The largest ones and is already planning to buy new ma- are two Boeing 757-200, which seat com- chines and launch new destinations, whi- fortably over 200 passengers and which le cheap tickets offered by the Latvian are mainly used on the long-haul routes airline are a good alternative to a journey with distances exceeding 7,000 kilome- by train, bus or a ferry. ■ tres. The other machines are 10 Boeing Jakub Olgiewicz
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If you are an adventure lover, looking for of Panamera, and introduce new, basic adrenaline, and living your life without lo- Grand Turismo versions: Panamera and Panamera 4. Both versions are powered oking back at others, then this car has defi - by new 3.6 V6 engine with direct petrol nitely been created for you. Porsche Pan- injection which produces 300 BHP (220 amera is an unusual, original and unique kW) and has peak torque of 400 Nm. Panamera has a rear wheel drive, while car – it has a specifi c character and gives Panamera 4 is equipped with factory-in- its owner a sense of strong personality. stalled four wheel drive. It’s an excellent example of a consi- hen we think about a stent realization of “Porsche Intelligent sports car, with the ey- Performance” strategy - both models ha- es of our soul we see a ve a dual clutch Porsche transmission stereotypical model, (PDK) and function Auto Start-Stop which has for long been owing to which they consume less than Wheld in our minds: the aerodynamic bo- 10 litres of petrol per 100 kilometres. The dywork, low suspension, excellent acce- V6 engines conform to the strict Euro 5 leration, and cutting edge technology. Po- emission standards in Europe and LEV rsche Panamera is a car which possesses in the USA. all those characteristics, but at the same Economy and the impressive perfor- time adds much more to the stereotype – mance, which is typical of Porsche, are it is, in fact, a sports limousine, which in- not mutually exclusive. Porsche mana- troduces a completely new quality to the ged to achieve such a result owing to con- market, setting the trends and raising the sistent use of light materials in building bar very high for its competitors. the parts of the car. The doors, the en- Panamera was offi cially unveiled at gine cover, the elements of suspension, the Auto Shanghai Motor Show last year. and the wings are made of aluminium Since it was launched, it has been enjoy- or of aluminium-magnesium alloys. The ing great popularity among potential cu- cars combine the sports character with stomers. That is why, Porsche has recen- high comfort and usefulness in every- tly decided to extend the model range day life. ■
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How can you spend holiday with children in an interesting way? Where to go on holiday, so that the children won’t get bored? The answer could be a special Family & Novotel program- me aimed at families who stay with children in Novotel hotels in the whole of Poland. But not only children can expect great fun. Xbox game consoles and the latest games would defi nitely be a chief attraction also for adults. Familymyy& s a part of the Family & No- votel programme, both the children and adults might expect various attractions like welcoming gifts, free Novotel Ababy equipment, attractive play areas, special menu aimed at kids, and only re- cently introduced Xbox game consoles. for families The programme is not only great fun for kids, but also a major saving for the parents. with children FREE ACCOMMODATION AND BREAKFASTS FOR CHILDREN As a part of “Family&Novotel” pro- gramme, two children under 16, who share a bedroom with the parents, will get their accommodation and breakfast free of charge. However, if they choose to live separately – the parents will get even 50% discount on another bedroom. As for baby infants, the offer includes gra- tuitous fi ttings such as a bottle warmer, cribs, high chairs and diaper changing tables. The possibility to check out until 5 pm on Sunday is an additional bonus. The Family & Novotel offer can be com- petitive also for the private accommoda- tion – it’s worth comparing the prices: it may turn out the accommodation at the hotel is cheaper.
TOYS FOR THE KIDS In Novotel hotels children are very im- portant guests. They receive special welcoming gifts, like e.g. cute cuddly
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toys. Especially for them modern and colourful play areas have been arranged. They are situated in the hotel lobby and equipped with practical and pleasing little furniture and various educational toys. Novotel group cooperates with Ka- pla building blocks producer, and so the children can use them to play and stimu- late their imagination.
XBOX CONSOLES FOR TEENAGERS The biggest attraction for the children are Xbox 360 game consoles, which are ava- ilable in all the Novotel hotels in Poland. Situated in the lobby in the form of com-
the rules of healthy nutrition, under the supervision of a dietician. A toy animal Młodsi ale provides accommodation in the heart named Gustino encourages kids to cho- także starsi of metropolises - Novotel Warszawa ose something from the menu, and it is Centrum is situated near The Palace of also a symbol of the highest quality of the goście hoteli Culture and Science, Novotel Poznań food. Waiting for the food to come can al- Novotel Centrum lies next to the “Old Brewery” so be a great fun, as the youngest guests, mall, while Novotel Kraków Centrum even in the hotel restaurant, are always znajdą overlooks the Wawel. A great number of taken care of. While they wait, they are tam wiele these hotels have beautiful gardens and given picture charts and crayons. swimming pools, both indoor and out- wakacyjnych door. Novotel Poznań Malta is a great COMFORTABLE, SPACIOUS atrakcji idea for summer holiday – water sports ROOMS enthusiasts can benefi t from the outdoor Novotel provides the families with every- swimming pool, and near the hotel there thing they need to make them feel com- is also a lake and lots of greenery. Novo- fortable. Modern, spacious and friendly tel Warszawa Airport offers a summer bedrooms are designed in such a way, so terrace and an outdoor swimming pool that both the parents and the children in the hotel’s garden. As for weekends will feel comfortable. The bedrooms and longer holidays, Novotel Gdańsk are equipped with a double bed for the Marina would be ideal, as it is located fortable game terminals ideally contribute parents, TV with kids channels and an by the beach. It also has a heated indoor to the modern design of the hotel interior. easily-convertible sofa bed. swimming pool, bicycle rental, two ten- They are besieged not only by the children nis courts, and volleyball and basketball - the older guests also have fun racing cars SIGHTSEEING AND RECREATION courts. Beautiful gardens and children’s or playing football in the virtual world. Novotel Hotels are ideal place for both playground are an additional bonus. ■ longer holiday, e.g. at the seaside, as well UNRESTRICTED INTERNET as shorter, weekend stays. The program- ACCESS me enables yyou to visit Polish cities and NOVOTEL HOTELS Those who can’t live without a computerr IN POLAND or the internet will be delighted to knoww Novotel Gdańsk Centrum that if they have their own laptop, theyy Novotel Gdańsk Marina can benefi t from free wired and wirelesss Novotel Katowice Centrum internet in all the Novotel hotels. If youu Novotel Kraków Bronowice don’t have a laptop it’s not a problemm Novotel Kraków Centrum Novotel Poznań Centrum either as you might make use of compu-- Novotel Poznań Malta ter areas located in the hotel lobby. Novotel Wrocław Novotel Szczecin HELATHY FOOD FROM GUSTINO Novotel Warszawa Airport Good quality meals for children are alsoo Novotel Warszawa Centrum provided here within the Family & No-- For details, visit votel programme. Novotel hotels havee www.accorhotels.com also a special children’s menu with theirr www.novotel.com favourite dishes, prepared in line withh
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Bornholm – a God’s Island
It’s such a unique place and it’s so near. recommended Balka hotel, situated only 200 metres away from the beach, with Wojciech Chełchowski invites you for 95 bedrooms and conference facilities a magical trip round this Danish island. for 600 people. In Allinge, in the north, you can stay at the 4-star Friheden hotel, veryone coming here, is Airlines and it fl ies on the Copenhagen- with 59 bedrooms, including 11 3-room struck by Bornholm’s beau- Ronne route. It takes about 20 minutes to suites, a nice Spa and a good restaurant. ty. It’s uniquely charming, get to the island, you won’t even have ti- On the eastern coast in Svaneke, you will full of contrasts and beauti- me to read. If you choose to travel by sea, fi nd The Ostersoen – the oldest hotel on ful nature. It’s peaceful and you can taka a hydrofoil which goes from the island. It dates back to the beginning Eof relaxing atmosphere – and is often Kołobrzeg to Nexo – it’s only 90 kilome- of 18th century, and has a couple of nice referred to as “The Pearl of the Baltic tres and you can take a bike on board. An suites. You can also rent one of the luxu- Sea”, “Majorca of the North”, or a place alternative option would be a ferry from ry apartment buildings, in the Gudhjem where God was resting upon creating the Świnoujście to Ronne, available in sum- neighbourhood on the eastern coast – world. Bornholm is an excellent place to mer season, on board of which you can there are 60, but there are no restaurant. rest and have a corporate team building take a car. It’s because people in Bornholm, as well event. as the Danish in general, are not accusto- DELICIOUS HERRING WITHIN THE REACH Bornholm tourist accommodation base It’s the Denmark’s easternmost area, and is quite large and is developing really practically a stone’s throw from Poland. fast. There are several good hotels whe- There are a number of ways in which you re business groups can book. In Ronne can get to Bornholm. It takes less than an there is Griffen hotel - one of the biggest hour to fl y from Poland to Copenhagen. on the island, which offers 142 bedrooms The local Kastrup airport is one of the and conference facilities for up to 350 most beautiful in the whole Europe. You participants. There is also a 4-star Ra- can take a free bus from the national ter- disson Blu, known for its excellent cuisi- minal, but if you have some free time, ne, with 72 bedrooms – each one with a it’s defi nitely worth walking through the balcony, and conference rooms suitable corridors. Climber Sterling is a private for as many as 300 people. In the neigh- carrier cooperating with Scandinavian bourhood of Nexo, there is the highly
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and widely recognized one. It was foun- ded by a Danish-American married co- uple, and the works produced there are genuinely unique. The company orga- nizes special demonstrations for visitors – you can see how these glass valuables are made.
THE UNDERWATER PARADISE Team building event in Bornholm can have a form of blissful idleness, especial- ly if you choose to spend some time in the south of the island, on one of the many sandy beaches, considered the most char- ming in the whole of Europe. But it is ▲ med to board and lodging. They prefer teractive, it gives the opportunity to learn to be able to decide what they eat, and about the island’s unusual history - it was when. That’s why renting holiday cotta- once a fragment of a desert, the bed of the ges is so popular here. There are dozens ocean and a tropical forest inhabited by of such luxurious cottages, especially in dinosaurs. the town of Dueodde in the South, where Bornholm boasts a great bicycle lane fabulous beaches spread over kilometres. system, excellent for those who prefer Many of the cottages have indoor swim- muscle-powered vehicles more than ming pools. something faster, noisier, and fume-ge- This is also the reason why there are nerating. Lanes are practically every- many restaurants and eateries where you where, covered mostly with tarmac or can have an excellent meal. Naturally, concrete. Out of the seven routes, which herring, which is served in all forms, is are almost 230 kilometres long, one leads the trademark here. It’s worth visiting around the whole island, which gives you one of the smoke houses in Svaneke, a chance to go and see Bornholm along Hasle, Allinge or Gudhjem – they have the coast. Naturally, it’s a challenge for characteristic white chimneys and offer really tough guys. Other lanes connect delicious, freshly smoked fish. It’s the certain villages in Bornholm – there’s no boast of the island. Throughout the years doubt that the bicycle has its rightful pla- the herrings were transported to Copen- ce among the island’s means of transport. hagen, and then sold from the ship. For Especially as there are plenty of bicycle fi sh enthusiasts a hot herring à la Born- rental shops. You will fi nd them in every holm with salt and a slice of dark bread village, but most of the local hotels also tastes heavenly. offer bicycles to their guests. For years, the island has been known THE GLASS WORLD for its unique art – mostly glass and ce- Bornholm’s history is almost tangible. ramics industry. There are many manu- It’s enough to visit Bornholm Natur near factories producing these real pieces of Aakirkeby – the new centre for nature art. Some of them are Pernille Bulow in education, built with a tremendous amo- Svaneke, or Baltic Sea Glass in Gudhjem unt of effort and in perfect style. Fully in- – the most famous, frequently awarded
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also possible to have a really active time here – and it’s defi nitely worth rising to the challenge. First of all – the island is a real paradi- se for sailors. There are a couple of ports, some of them really small (including apparently the smallest port in Europe – Bakke Havn, with only four small fi shing vessels), ready to accommodate boats of very small draft. Sailing infrastructure on the island is very well developed, so they can expect support in almost every corner. If you are in for some adrenaline fl ow, wind can hinder the plans of golf players, It’s located in the Baltic Sea, but the you can take part in an business group but it does not get in the way so much – it waters around Bornholm are defi nitely event held by Hammersø lake and near is considered a part of the game. cleaner, than on our Polish coast. That’s the local quarry fl ooded by water. More On 140-kilometre coast, fishermen why the island is popular among scuba- skilful and courageous ones, can try rock will also fi nd some place for themselves. diving enthusiasts. But there’s no need climbing - naturally under supervision While sitting in this magnifi cent natural to take your own equipment, as there of the experts. For the most courageous surroundings, it would be a nice idea to are a couple of rental shops with instruc- participants there are other attractions, try fi shing for sea trout, but you can also tors ready to help. Another sport which like abseiling down a high cliff right to organize a fi shing boat trip, get a rod and is gradually gaining popularity is sea the water – surely, a unique experience. angle for codfi sh. kayaking. Arsdale is one of many places, Golf lovers will not be disappointed. On Bornholm is an ideal place, where eve- where you will fi nd necessary equipment the island there are three professional co- ryone will fi nd something for themselves, and professional instructors, who will su- urses, including a 18-hole one. They are without exceptions. It’s a God’s island, pervise and give you the fi rst lessons. beautifully located. You might think the after all. ■
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roatia is situated on the conditions, delicious cuisine, excellent wi- Eastern coast of the Adriatic. nes and the infrastructure – most of the for- Once, having been part of merly existing hotels have been renovated, Yugoslavia, today it aspires many new ones have been built, and all of to become a member of the them are of high quality.. CEuropean Union. The country has already Zagreb is the capital of the Republic of healed the wounds it received in the war Croatia, a city of interesting architecture, in the early 90s. It is flourishing and that’s museums, theatres, art galleries, restau- why it is a perfect place to organize a con- rants and pubs, and omnipresent greenery. ference or company trip. It’s a country of Numerous historical monuments remind rich history, beautiful nature, crystal clear us of the rich history of the city. It’s a great sea, and at the same time it is a culturally idea to take advantage of the fact and orga- diverse place, which makes it even more nize a treasure-seeking game, which always interesting. Not to mention the fact that actively involves all the participants. A nice Croatia is not that far away (only about 2 idea is also a „tram party” with champa- hours by plane), it has favourable weather gne and live music: the two-car tram dates Dubrovnik
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Split back to 1923, and can hold up to 80 people. 170 on the terrace. These are only a couple ceive fragments of a map, which would le- A great place to organize banquets in Za- of examples, but the food served there is ad them to a treasure hidden somewhere greb are local mediaeval, renaissance and really delicious. Especially the traditional in the city. Another interesting idea is or- baroque palaces. Traditional folk dances dishes: žara is grilled meat, the name eeva- ganizing a sailing regatta – it could be do- soirée, where you can learn to dance the peiei refers to fingers of mince meat, and ne in a form of a short sailing course, or a circle dance, dating back to the antiquity, pljeskavica is a patty made from three dif- real race. An excellent choice would also (danced in circles to the accompaniment of ferent type of meat. When by the Adriatic, be a trip to an island such as Koločep, Ši- the clarinet, violin and drums), is undoub- you should remember to taste local seafood pan or Lopud, where you can walk through tedly an unforgettable experience. Just like and fish: brodet are several types of fish in orange and lemon groves, have a fish picnic tasting Croatian wines in one of the base- sauce and lignije are squids. You should al- and some wine tasting. Another tempting ments in Zagreb, and it must be said that so definitely try fiš paprikaš, the traditional option is a trip by an old Dalmatian galle- alcohol here is excellent, especially Prosek hot fish goulash, cooked in a cauldron. on to Cavtat, a small town close to Dubro- - the wine made from dried grapes. The- When talking about Croatia, many pe- vnik, where you can have dinner to the ac- re is also a possibility to organize a knight ople immediately think about Dubrovnik. companiment of local musicians. The out- tournament on one of the castles near Za- It’s not surprising as Dubrovnik is one of skirts of Dubrovnik are also a perfect spot greb (e.g. Zagorje), go on hot air ballooning the most interesting cities in the Mediter- for unusual safari adventures down the Ko- ▲ over amazing landscapes, take a tour round ranean Basin. It is surrounded by histori- Plitvice lakes, where we can admire 16 la- cal city walls, and there is a number of char- Croatia kes and 90 waterfalls belonging to Plitvice ming narrow streets and architectural cu- is a country Lakes National Park. It’s also worth men- riosities. It was also placed on UNESCO- tioning that canoeing on the Dobra river is ’s list of world heritage sights. Dubrovnik with rich one of the most popular activities during is an ideal place for group trips, and many history, incentive travels. of them are indeed organized here. One of In Zagreb there are many excellent re- them is a sightseeing tour round this histo- charming staurants, like Stara Vura which is situated rical city, which enables you to learn abo- nature and in the basement of 17th –century Orthodox ut the Franciscan Monastery, the Recto- monastery. It can hold about 100 people, r’s Palace (seat of the former authorities), unbelievably while Okrugljak restaurant, situated on the a huge Onofrio fountain, Sponza Palace, or clear water. slope of the mount Medvednica, can cater the Church of St. Blaise. Dubrovnik is al- for twice as many guests. Stari Puntijar is a so an ideal place to organize a treasure-se- family-run restaurant with over 160 years eking game, which enables you to learn of tradition. It is decorated with old pain- about the city’s history. The participants tings, weapon and hunting trophies. It can are divided into groups and are given cer- accommodate up to 150 guests inside, and tain tasks to do; if they succeed – they re- Zadar
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Kotorska Bay KOTOR Among many beautiful spots in Dalmatia, Kotor is exceptional- ly charming. It’s one of the best preserved medieval cities, and is full of historic buildings of that period. Kotor is situated in a bay and is surrounded by mounta- ines on three sides. It belongs to Montenegro, but it’s within an easy reach from Dubrovink. The nearby Budwa is also defi nitely worth visting. Sveti Djordje island navle valley and the hills, from where you can see breathtaking views of the neighbo- urhood. Another suggestion is to take part in painting workshops held by real arti- sts from Dubrovnik – the participants are provided with paint, brushes and palettes, and throughout the day they try to paint, using various styles and techniques. The- St. Stephen’s Isle, near Budva re are plenty of good restaurants in Dubro- vnik, with the most interesting ones being Nautika and Proto which both specialize in WHERE TO STAY fish dishes. Labirint, in turn, is a fusion of In Croatia there are many interesting hotels, ideal for orga- a restaurant and a night club, while Rusti- nizing conferences and group meetings. Here are some of ca is a tavern with traditional marine decor. the examples. Mljet island is another interesting pla- REGENT ESPLANADE ZAGREB A very stylish 5-star ce in Croatia. Over 60% of its area are fo- hotel. There are 209 bedrooms and 13 suites. - It was re- rests, but many caves are also to be found novated a few years ago. Two restaurant rooms and nine here. Here, you can organize an extraordi- conference rooms, the larger can hold up to 283 people. nary trip, with the participants climbing of the most important cities of Dalmatia, KAZBEK Located in Dubrovnik in a castle dating back to the walls of the Odysseus cave. The cave is the emperor Diocletian erected his resi- 16th century. There are only 12 bedrooms, but because 30-metre eep, and it is how high you need dence in 4th century. In Zadar, in turn, you of its unique atmosphere and quality, it fully deserves its 5 stars. The conference facilities can cater for 100 people, to climb, to get out of there. Even beginners will find a Roman forum dating back to the and there are also 3 restaurants. kazbekdubrovnik.com can take part in such an excursion. 1st century. RADISSON BLU Also in Dubrovnik. This 5-star high qu- If you’d like to know what a real renais- These are just a few of numerous pla- ality hotel belongs to the Rezidor Hotel Group. 201 bedro- sance garden used to look like, you should ces worth visiting in Croatia. There is also oms, including 24 suites. Three restaurants, twelve con- vsisit the arboretum in Trsteno, where you the Kvarner Gulf with the city of Opatija, ference rooms, the biggest of which can hold up to 850 can admire trees from all over the world. which is the local conference venue. There people. radissonblu.com Another place worth visiting is the town of is the city of Rijeka, where the famous car- LE MERDIEN LAV It is situated near Split, in the town of Ston, especially because of its 5-kilometre nival is held. The Istria peninsula is full of Podstrana. It has a 800-metre long beach, 381 bedrooms town walls built of stone. An interesting such charming places like Hum, the smal- and suites, a casino and a Spa centre. It has the biggest place to visit is also the Pelješac vineyard, lest town in the world and beautiful coastli- conference centre in the whole Adriatic coastline, and its whose fame dates back to the Middle Ages. ne. Another interesting region is Slavonia, area is 2,900 sq m. starwoodhotels.com Visiting tour includes a lecture on wine Southern Croatia, where you can see the DUBROVNIK PALACE It’s a fusion of a hotel and a Spa centre. It has interesting, cascade architecture, thanks to production and tasting the best local wi- Osijek fortress or the scenic Drava river, which all the bedrooms have a view over the sea. It has nes. From this place you can go to the town which is excellent for water trips. Today’s 308 bedrooms, 5 restaurants, and 8 conference rooms, of Korčula, where, supposedly Marco Polo Croatia has one major disadvantage – there which can accommodate even 1,000 people altogether. was born. In Split, which is considered one are too many attractions to choose from. ■
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Austria It’s Not the Way You Think… Throughout the years we have associated Austria only Biaufrankisch. The whimsical and dif- fi cult to grow Pinot Noir has been slow- with the Wiener schnitzel and chocolate gateaux. Recently, ly gaining a signifi cant position. St. Lau- however, it has focused on the quality, and gained an rent is incredibly fruity, and resembles important place on the oenological map of Europe. Champagne Pinot Meunier. It has light and delicate character and relatively low ost of the world’s wine is the most popular sweet Austrian wine, acidity for a wine from this region. Zwe- lands are located away due to its spectacular process of produc- igelt is more muscular, spicy with stron- from the big metropoli- tion, the real hidden treasure are ambe- ger tannins. Blaufrankisch is the most ru- ses. However, Austria is an r-coloured Trockenberenauslese coming stic, smells of peat, moss and birch bark exception to the rule. The from around the lake of Burgenland. Si- with a discreet fl avour of blackberry and M three most interesting wine regions are milarly to Hungarian Tokaji Aszu, the- dried mushroom overtones. And becau- situated on the rocky hills overlooking se wines are also produced using the no- se the characters of all the three varieties Vienna - Wachau, Styria and Burgen- ble rot. As for quality, they are far better complement one another perfectly, they land. The view is stunning. When wal- than ice wines, and, unfortunately, more are frequently mixed together in various king among the steep vineyards near expensive. Just like in the case of Gruner proportions. The biggest wines are produ- Krems, you will see the Prater’s big wheel Veltiner, it is the local grape varieties that ced in Burgenland, where some other la- and The Kunsthistorisches Museum. But prevail, e.g. Muscat Ottonel or Welsch bels rub shoulders with them. Pinot No- there’s much more to Austrian vineyards Riesling. Which of course doesn’t mean ir doesn’t feel quite right in the proximi- than just the panorama. The producers that in Austria you can’t fi nd any of the co- ty of Vienna, and gives surprisingly warm have decided to lower the effi ciency to in- smopolitan grape varieties from France. and soft wines, provided the wine produ- crease the quality of wine. Among many Together with Gruner Veltiner’s success, cer doesn’t keep it for too long in the oak grape varieties grown here, the most pre- other varieties have also gained popula- barrels. Such a tendency is the main cau- cious is white Gruner Veltiner. That’s be- rity, like styrian Sauvignon Blanc, which se of Pinot Noir getting spoiled througho- cause Gruner has absolutely unique cha- beguiles by its mineral structure, and cre- ut the world, from Germany to California racter, comprising soft and ethereal lily of amy Viennese Chardonnay. (where it’s too hot for this variety). the valley aromas, hot herbal scents and In Austria you will also fi nd red wines. It’s time to give Austria its well-dese- fresh overtones of mirabelle plums and However, due to the cool climate, they are rved place on the winemaking map of Eu- It’s time to gooseberry. It’s very soothing and smooth, much less spectacular. When staying at rope and admit it’s worth visiting, not on- give Austria and it’s sometimes used to produce balsa- one of numerous cosy Gasthauses around ly as a stop while heading for Italy, but as its well- mic, honey-like Eiswein. The wine is ma- Vienna, you can safely order white wine a destination. For behind the facade of de from overripe grapes, which have been on spec, but with red wines you’d better beer, sausages and “spring salads” consi- deserved frozen on the vine, and so when the gra- stick to well-known producers and your sting mainly of vinegar, there lies a pictu- place on the pes are pressed, what leaks out is only the own experiences. Red wine production in resque and diverse country smelling of go- winemaking grape must, whereas the ice crystals rema- such cool climate requires the work of an od wine and damp cellars. Visit Austria, in inside. It is, however, very sweet and re- expert. And it’s not that they are not pre- and you will fi nd that the local wine ma- map of quires a solid dessert, which, contrary to sent there – only it seems obvious that kers could easily intimidate the most la- Europe and what you may think, will deprive the wine not everyone can be one. The main red id-back European nations with their sen- of its sweetness, allowing its complexity grape varieties include St. Laurent (so- se of humour and easiness. ■ admit it’s to come to surface. Even though Eiswein metimes in white version), Zweigelt and Michał Poddany, Robert Miełżyński worth visiting
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and anyone who has walked along its ca- nals, succumbs to its charm. It’s a city of lovers, there is no question about that. There are 117 islands in the Venetian lagoon. Naturally, you can’t visit all of them, but there are a couple of places, you should defi nitely see. Among them, there is Piazza San Marco, which is always full of tourists, artists and buskers. Other si- ghts include Doge’s Palace, and the most famous in the whole city 17th-century Bridge of Sighs, where the convicts were walked for the last time before impri- sonment. Don’t forget about St. Mark’s Basilica, erected in 9th century and later rebuilt. It costs €8 to look at the panora- ma of Venice from the 99-metre high St. Mark’s Campanile, but it’s worth its pri- Discover the ce, as it’s the best place to take pictures. Taking a gondola ride is a must. From this perspective you will really appreciate the charm of this unusual city. The best time of the day to take the ride is in the Antiquity evening. The most popular Venetian so- uvenir is a mask – the choice is enormous From charmingcharming Venice ttoo ththee anancientcient ruins ooff EEphesus.phesus. From ttheh and some of them are real pieces of art. lovely streets of Dubrovnik to the emerald landscapes of Santorini.i. THE CROATIAN FASHION Michał Stoiński takes you on a trip aboard Splendour of the Seas.. Splendour of the Sea sets off from Venice Michał Stoiński. in the afternoon and reaches the port in
hese holidays will remain fo- rever in your memory. During the cruise on Splendour of the Seas, which goes from Venice, through Dubrovnik, Ephesus, TSantorini, Corfu and back to this famous Roman city, we get the occasion to learn about true jewels of the ancient culture. Spa salon, excellent cuisine and beauti- ful beaches are an additional bonus. It’s a perfect occasion to plunge in the ancient world, and travel in comfortable condi- tions at the same time. You have also a po- ssibility to take an optional trip, organized by the staff. Dubrovnik on the very next day. The ci- ty, situated in the South of Croatia, has A CITY ON WATER many bays, beaches, cliffs and forests, Venice is a port and a place where the and it is considered one of the most beau- 7-day cruise on the Adriatic and the tiful places in the whole country. Despite Aegean Sea starts. The city needs no in- the war damage in 1991, Dubrovnik still troduction, and those who haven’t visited looks splendid. IA L
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A JOURNEY WITH SPLENDOUR The Splendour of the Sea was launched in 1996. It can ac- commodate up to 2,076 passengers. It is 87-metre long and reaches the speed of 24 knots. The ship has a conference centre and six other rooms which can also be used for busi- ness meetings. The passengers travel in comfortable conditions – they can choose between inside cabins, outside cabins with balconies, and a couple of suite types. Standard facilities include two beds, a wardrobe, a bathroom, a TV set and a mini bar and a phone. The price includes the meals and cold drinks. Alcohol and optional trips are not included in the price. There are plenty of attractions awaiting the passengers du- ring the cruise. For instance, there are very impressive Broad- way-like performances staged in the ship’s concert hall (it can
Croatian coast combined with tasting of some local wine. But you should defi nitely start with a visit to the village of Orasac, where you can learn about the traditional way of olive oil production. The local mill is „driven” by horses. Next, visit Ston, which is „an oyster capital” of Croatia. Finally take the opportunity to taste wine in Ponikve. Those, who prefer to spend their holiday in an active way, shouldn’t miss the opportunity to snorkel along the Dubrovnik coast.a wakacji, absolutnie nie powinni przegapić możliwości nurkowa- nia u wybrzeży Dubrownika.
THE CHARM OF EPHESUS Once called Ephesus, today Kusadasi, since we are in Turkey. It’s the fourth day of the boat trip, as The Splendour of the Seas spent the third one at sea. The an- cient Ephesus was founded by the Greeks in 11th century BC. They built here the
Arboretum, the biggest botanic gar- hold over 800 people). On one deck you will fi nd swimming den in Croatia. Don’t forget to visit the pools and Jacuzzi, but it is used not only for relaxation – the- Franciscan Monastery and the Onofrio re is always a special place where you can take part in various fountain, erected in 1444 – apparently competitions. Among the facilities for active passengers there anyone who drinks water from all of is a mini golf course with 18 holes, a climbing frame, jogging track, a fi tness centre and a Spa. the sixteen head-shaped taps will have When a passenger takes a walk around the ship, (there al- good luck. The 15th century Rector’s ways are many walkers), they always hear music. The mu- Palace, the seat of the former Republic sic accompanies them not only as a background theme whi- of Dubrovnik, belongs to one of the most le shopping in a shopping centre, but most of all in the eve- interesting monuments in the area. nings, when they can relax in one of the ship’s clubs. Cham- It’s worth taking advantage of the Royal pagne Terrace and Bar are places where you can savour the Carribean offer and go on a trip along the taste of cocktails. Viking Crown Lounge and Top Hat Lounge, ▲
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famous Temple of Artemis (in 383 BC a houses, the Trajan fountain, Odeon (the- The cruise med, which fl ooded the Atlantis. As a re- shoemaker called Herostratos set fi re to atre), a commercial agora, a huge stadium, sult, a huge crater was formed and its ir- it). One of the Greek kings of Ephesus or the Great Theatre which could accom- onboard regular slopes and cliffs contribute to the was Croesus, who gathered a fortune modate up to 24 thousand spectators and Splendour of characteristic image of today’s Santorini. and his name became a synonym for a where supposedly St. Paul made one of The island is known for the produc- wealthy person. Later, Ephesus was un- his speeches. Not everything is open for the Seas is tion of sweet wines and cherry tomatoes. der Roman rule – about 250 thousand the visitors – the archaeological work in an excellent Fira is the capital, with Ia being another people lived here at that time. Today it Ephesus is still in progress. major city. There are no forests here - in is known as one of the best preserved an- lesson of fact Santorini is a rocky tip of an under- cient cities. THE ISLAND OF WINDS history water volcano, with a monastery built Things worth seeing? During a several Crystal clear water, dark sandy beaches on its highest hill. You should defi nitely hours long stay in Ephesus, you could see and villages with white houses with try the Chloro goat cheese. Other local virtually everything. There is a gate le- blue roofs – it’s a typical picture which specialties include moussaka (aubergine ading to a real ancient city. The Temple of is usually associated with Santorini, one with meat) and the seafood, of course. Artemis, considered by the Greeks as one of the most beautiful Greek islands. The Santorini is sometimes referred as of the world’s wonders, didn’t stand the visit to the island takes place during the to “the island of winds”. It’s a paradise test of time (except for some parts), but fifth day of the Splendour of the Sea for the enthusiasts of such water sports there are other places of religious cult, li- cruise. In 1600 BC the island was struck like windsurfi ng, kite surfi ng or sailing. ke the temples of emperors: Hadrian and by the eruption of Thera volcano, the Along the beaches there are plenty of Domitian, or the Church of Mary. There biggest one in history. It is believed that rental companies, where you will fi nd all is also the Library of Celsus, Roman bath a 200-metre high tsunami wave was for- the necessary equipment.
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THE EMERALD ISLE are also used in home-made cosmetic in turn, are discos, where you can have fun until the early mor- This is the how the Corfu island is some- production – if you’re lucky you can get ning hours. The same goes with The Casino Royale, where times called. The ship reaches it on the si- them on local markets. The capital of adventure seekers will fi nd electric game machine, video po- xth day of our journey. Undoubtedly, the the island is Kerkyra, full of monuments, ker, and roulette and blackjack tables. island deserves its nickname – its charm narrow streets and churches. Visiting its What usually causes much interest during the cruise is the cuisine, and it must be said that The Splendour of the Sea do- impresses all the visitors who come here. Archaeological Museum to see an an- esn’t disappoint in this area. Corfu is the second biggest Ionic island cient coins collection would be a great Breakfasts and lunches are served in Windjammer Cafe – with the area of 593 sqm. Since the half idea. There is also the Shell Museum, the selection of food will make your head spin. of the 19th century it has been a popular where you can buy unusual shells re- You can also use the buffet to have your dinner, but usu- holiday destination among the European trieved from the sea depths. There are ally they are eaten in more elegant atmosphere together with aristocracy – that’s why you will fi nd here many remnants of the British rule, e.g. other passengers. Usually passengers are seated so that tho- palaces, once belonging, for instance, to The British Lord High Commissioners se from different countries won’t be „shuffl ed”, and will have a the House of Habsburg. You should de- Residence from the beginning of the chance to exchange different opinions and experiences. fi nitely see the Achilleion Palace, erected 19th century. As for the service, the multilingual staff are always ready to by Austrian empress Elisabeth in 1891. Corfu would lose much of its magic, if help and smiling. It’s obvious that taking care of the guests is There are beautiful gardens and the view it wasn’t for its wide, beautiful beaches a vital part of their training course. You can see it quite clear- over the sea is just stunning. and the blue sea. It’s just enough to sit on ly during the dinner: each table is attended by a couple of wa- iters, and the chief waiter will always fi nd a couple of minu- Corfu was called “the green heart of the sand to forget about the whole world. tes to chat with the passengers. Not a big deal, but it defi nitely Greece”, because of its forests and nume- But this is exactly why you decide to go contributes to the unique atmosphere, so rarely found in other rous olive groves. Olives are valued not on a holiday cruise aboard the Splendour places. But that’s what theses cruises are like - unique and only for its culinary purposes, but they of the Seas. ■ incomparable to anything else.
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Three Colours:
In the home country of Club Med there’s no use looking for plain and uninteresting villages. They are exactly the opposite – says Kuba Rams – and recommends all the seven of them.
hen in 1950, Gerard Blitz – a water polo champion and an en- thusiast of an active le- isure founded the very Wfi rst Club Méditerranée village, he wasn’t CARGESE aware it would bring about a real revo- The club was built on the west coast of lution. The revolutionary ‘all inclusive’ Corsica, almost 60 kilometres north format with a number of attractions and of Ajaccio – the capital of the island. excellent cuisine included in the price – Cargese lies by the waters of a small, but which later became a trademark of all the also one of the most beautiful Corsican villages, the GOs (Gracious Orgainzers) bays – Sagone. The long sandy beach at willing to help in any situations – all these the footsteps of a high hill (the region is were completely new ideas referred to as Small Greece) is the first A village on Spanish Majorca aroused impression which stays in your memo- general interest, and so new villages were ry for a long time. The easiest way to get founded. Currently, there are almost 80 of there is from Ajaccio airport – the trip them, and they guarantee you fabulous takes slightly over an hour. holiday in the most beautiful places in The 3-trident village is a family club, the world. French Club Med villages are there are 439 bedrooms in one and two- located in seven places. storey bungalows scattered around the 13-ha region, forested with pines. The bedrooms are quite spacious (almost 20 sq m) and fully equipped. For families, There are an ideal solution are combined rooms, seven Club which allow you to spend time in comfor- table conditions of a studio apartment. Med’s The main restaurant offers you the villages in opportunity to eat delicious food while admire stunning views of the sea and the France, bay. The guests can take advantage of each one two bars, including the one on the beach, which serves drinks and snacks until late with a in the evening. unique offer
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Apart from the swimming pool, the Several dozen metres away there is a village guests can make practise all sort beach, and it’s pebbly, so remember to of water activities like catamaran or kay- take special water shoes. ak sailing, windsurfing. They can also The bungalows scattered around the take diving lesson – these, however, are area have 291 elegant and comfortable paid extra. There are 12 courts for tennis bedrooms altogether. You can choose a lovers. room with a spectacular view of the sea, There is also a Mini Club Med for or a family apartment comprising two children aged 4-11 and Junior’s Club smaller rooms and located on ground Med for teenagers under 18. fl oor of every bungalow (such club family room is 27 sq m). SANT AMBROGGIO Le Citadel restaurant, with a view over Further in the north of the island in the sea and a marina, offers excellent meals Calvi bay, there is a three-trident club in the form of a buffet. There is also a aimed at active families – an excellent special Baby Zone, where parents can base from which you can explore the prepare meals for the youngest. The re- region and go on trips further into the is- staurant terrace is a smokers’ zone. Next land. It’s a real paradise for sailing enthu- to the swimming pool, there is a big bar, siasts. The closest airport is only a couple open throughout the day. The kids can of kilometres away from the club. spend time in Mini (4 years old and abo- ve) and Junior’s Club (11-18). Apart from the sailing activities, the sports attraction of the club is the diving From most demanding guests. It serves excel- academy. The local crystal clear waters lent cuisine and its terrace directly faces and caves, like Tropicana – from 5 to typically the nearby golf course. In Le Lorraine, a 20-metre deep, or Revellata cave – 12-40 family three-room restaurant situated in a park, metres, will guarantee you truly unfor- you can enjoy a wide choice of dishes gettable experiences. holidays from international cuisine. There is also to the a Baby Zone there. You should book the VITTEL tables at the reception desk. There are two Club Med’s villages in this maximum Golf and tennis are the two main town situated in Lorraine. Vittel is three of sports sports attractions. It’s also worth fin- hours drive away from Paris and is well- ding some time to visit the Club Spa known for its mineral water. thrill - there and take a walk around the beautiful Vittel Ermitage is a four-trident oasis is really a lot neighbourhood. of luxury hidden in a huge park. It in- Vittel Le Parc is a 3-trident club and vites everyone, including families with to choose it’s hidden amongst picturesque park children, although there are no children from areas of the place. Its total area is about clubs there. 600 ha. It’s an ideal place for family holi- The hotel, built in the Art Deco style day. There are all sorts of children clubs from the twenties, is a four-storey buil- in the village and the highly-qualified ding with 104 nice-looking bedrooms. staff will take care and organize activities You can choose a club, deluxe bedroom for 4-month babies, as well as teenagers or a suite (a huge lounge and a bedroom over 17. of almost 30 sq m). Two multi-storey hotel buildings, The main L’Ermitage restaurant will Grand and Les Curtilles altogether have definitely satisfy tastes of all, even the 363 spacious rooms and suites. ▲
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Le Lorraine and Les Colonnes restau- LA PALMYRE ATLANTIQUE the windows overlook the sea; altogether rant (available for the guests from both The 3-trident family village for the active there are 392 rooms. The guests can cho- Vittel villages) provide excellent meals, ones is situated on the French coast, abo- ose between club bedrooms and deluxe while Les Curtilles restaurant, in the ut 2 hours drive north from Bordeaux, ones (which come with a fully furnished smaller hotel, serves lavish breakfasts. near the famous Cordouan lighthouse. terrace). As for the entertainment, the Club The area is huge – about 26 ha (including L’Atlantic restaurant serves a different provides a well-equipped gym and sports the forest), the beaches are almost 30-ki- buffet everyday, and the tables are places activities in the Club area (tennis school, lometre long, and there are also 40-kilo- both inside, and on the terrace. In Le volleyball, archery). Outside the Club, metre long bicycle lanes. Fleur de Sel restaurant, on the fi rst fl oor, you can take horse riding lessons, for The bungalows are hidden amongst you can savour the taste of seafood with extra charge. the trees, or located in such a way so that discreet waiter service. There are also
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plenty of bars serving drinks included in The cuisine the price of the stay. Save your energy for catamaran sa- offered by iling or tennis, archery, rock climbing, or Club Med is roller staking. It’s also worth visiting the remarkable Wellness centre. Children clubs guarantee child care and leaves for kids aged 2 and above. Teenagers may the guests spend their time at Junior’s Club Med. Other attractions include a visit to the deeply local zoo, where you can see over 1,600 va- impressed rious animals, or an excellent La Rochelle aquarium with hundreds of sea creatures.
OPIO In the heart of Provence, there is a 50- ha centre for demanding families. It’s a 4-trident village, and it’s defi nitely worth its reputation. It takes about an hour to get here from Nice, which is about 30 ki- lometres away. The main attraction for the adults, if only they prefer such a way of spending their time, is a 9-hole golf course in the village area, as well as about 20 professio- nal courses in the neighbourhood. The
golf enthusiasts can really forget about excellent food: Le Provence – recently the whole world here. The same is true redecorated, and offering a huge terrace; for the beginners, especially because the L’Esterel – placed in the very heart of the sessions in the golf academy are included village, open in lunch and dinner time; in the price of the stay. Le Golf – recently rebuilt, situated near It’s also worth taking advantage of the a golf course, serves delicious lunches. offer on bicycle trips or tennis training. There are also 4 bars awaiting the guests, Naturally, you must visit the club’s fi t- including night bar Le Mistral. ness centre – there are three swimming The parents may leave their kids un- pools, a fully-equipped gym and a steam der professional supervision – Baby Club bath. Another attraction is an excellent Med is suitable for babies of 4 months Keiraõ Spa. and above. The Opio village has 435 comfortable rooms placed in two-storey bungalows. POMPADOUR Among club bedrooms, you can choose It is situated between Toulouse and one with a balcony, a garden, or rooms Limoges, and is a real paradise for horse- aimed at families or handicapped gu- riding enthusiasts. You will fi nd there one ests. The suites are perfectly supplied of the best European horse-riding centres and spacious (almost 60 sq m), each one - there are eight horse-riding schools and has a private swimming pool. over 4-kilometre long training course. There are three restaurants serving The village area is 60 ha, and the ne- ighbourhood is rustic. The architecture makes you think of an old and quite big manor house. The hotel is a three-storey building, and a couple of dozen kilome- tres there is a smaller building, called Cavallo. There are 230 2-trident bedro- oms altogether. The main restaurant’s decor resem- bles a peasant cottage, the guests can also make use of two bars serving drinks and snacks. There is professional child care for children of 2 and above. ■
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An idea for a trip… A book!
Lilla Pawelec, National Account Manager for Sony Ericcson Polska answers Business Traveller’s questions. 10. When I have a break, I usually… It depends on place, situation and time. In many places, where I go, I have friends and colleagues. If it’s only possible, I try 1. I usually travel to… Countries of 6. When travelling… – I usually sleep or to spend my time with them. When co- Central Europe: Hungary, The Czech read. My business trips are often one-day ming to a place for the fi rst time, I usual- Republic, Slovakia, Croatia, Slovenia. long. In order to catch a fl ight at 7.00 am. ly send postcards to my 7-year-old niece. I need to get up early, even at 4.00 or 5.00 2. On the plane I like… – I’m tall, so am., so I try to have a rest during early fl i- 11. The best holiday so far… – The I need to have enough leg space between ghts. If it’s a long fl ight, I like watching United States. Twice. First time I went the rows of seats. films and reading. But nothing comes to the Eastern Coast, and two years la- close to good company when travelling. ter – to the Western one. I travelled in a 3. My favourite hotel… – I don’t have rented car, from the North to the South. a favourite hotel or a hotel group. It’s the 7. I regret that… – I think I don’t regret I could make stops in interesting places, people, events and situations I associa- anything. It may sound weird, but I think with no hurrying and in a different time te my trips with. But I defi nitely prefer it’s good that talking on the phone is not zone, for all three weeks. I recommend it smaller hotels. allowed during the fl ight. I think it wo- to everyone. uld be awkward and tiring to have to li- 4. An idea for a trip… – A book. The best sten to other people’s conversations. 12. Trip adventure I’d be willing to would be a captivating detective novel. forget about… – Quite recently, in 8. My favourite airport… – Munich and Budapest. Someone stole my purse 5. I always take with me… – Since my Warsaw. Munich – because it’s spacious while I was having a business dinner in holiday in Turkey with my friends – and well-organized. And Warsaw – be- a restaurant. I spent the next day in the hand cream. When travelling on busi- cause it’s ours, Polish. Polish embassy, waiting for a tempora- ness, naturally, I need to have a laptop. ry passport, to be able to come back ho- I also take my mobile, also to listen to 9. What attracts my attention in hotels me. It was a very unpleasant experience, music and check my mailbox. However, is… – Cleanliness, cleanliness and cle- especially in a foreign country. I like the most when I’m accompanied by anliness. And if it’s possible to open the my co-workers when travelling on busi- windows wide. I try to avoid air-condi- 13. I know I’m going to visit… – I ha- ness, and when I’m on holiday, by fami- tioned hotels, where you can’t open the ven’t dreamt about where to go yet. But ly and friends. windows. I defi nitely know who with.
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SONYSSOO HDR-AX2000E SonySoSonn doesn’t need any special recom- mendationme as both amateurs and professionalspro know very well that the HHandycaman brand is a guarantee of the hhighestighes quality of video images. AX2000E mamayy not be calledca a professional TV camera, but iit’st’s also veryvery farfa from being called an amateur “toy” for a weekend outing. Its mere looks command K
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STO ssolutionsolutions is alsoals impressive: a wide angle G Lens ISTO with 20x optical zoom, relay re- cording with dual memory card slots, Exmor CMOS 6.0 mm sensors (for co- lour accuracy, high sen- sitivity and low noise), SteadyShot optical ima- ge stabilizer with active mo- de which ensures more stable shots without compromising pic- ture quality, FX mode (records video at 1920x1080/50i at 24Mb/s which is the highest bit- rate specifi ed by the AVCHD format), XLR con- nectors (to plug in 2 additional stereo micro- phones), independent zoom, focus, and iris rings, and fi nally the manual gain/shutter/whi- te balance. The user can choose to monitor the picture with a panoramic 3.2-inch Xtra Fine LCD display, or through a 0.45 inch Xtra Fine viewfi nder. The price of this unique camcorder is ‘mere’ 18000 PLN.
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CANON LEGRIA HF S Three times a Legria! Canon has introduced the newest HD camcor- der series with 3 models: HF S200 – which costs 3899 PLN, HF S20 for 4249 PLN and HF S21 – 4999 PLN. The camcorders differ only regarding their storage capacity: S200 has two SDHC memory slots, S20 offers additional 32 GB of internal fl ash memory, while the the fl ag- ship S21 has 64GB dual fl ash memory. All of them have the same 8 MP Full HD CMOS sensor, Canon video lens with 10x optical zoom and DIGIC DV III image processor. The camcorders record at the ma- ximum bit rate of 24 Mb/s. There’s also image optical stabilization, a built-in iris diaphragm, 3.5 inch LCD touchscreen monitor (S21 has also an electronic viewfi nder). Well, there’s nothing left but to start shooting!
TOSHIBA CAMILEO H20 HD for beginners. If you are about to start your adventure with moving pictures, we recommend Toshiba’s H20. If we take into consideration its at- tractive price (800 PLN) and good technical speci- fi cations, the camcorder seems to be an excellent choice for rookie fi lm makers. Toshiba brand is re- latively little known on the Polish market, although it’s one of the major manufacturers of au- dio/video equipment in the world. H20 records video with HD resolution (1080p), takes still photos (8 MP), is user-friendly, and has an easy to use interface. The user can monitor the recording using a 3-inch swi- vel LCD display. The camcorder is geared with a 5x optical and 4x di- gital zoom, energy-saving CMOS sensor (working up to 4 hours), 128 MB of internal memory (expanda- ble with SD/SDHC card reader), and YouTube link function to uplo- ad the recorded videos to YouTube. ▲
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JVC GZ-HM1 The fl agship product of JVC is equipped with a solid lens by renowned Konica-Minolta (F2.8-4.5), 10x optical zoom, advanced image stabilizer, 10.62 MPP CMOS sensor, HD Gigabrid Premium II Engine, and Super LoLux techno- logy (which ensures superior sensitivity to low light).The Japanese camcorder stores the Full HD data on SD cards (in AVCHD format). Those lovers of social network services will defi nitely appreciate the option to upload the video fi - les directly to YouTube. Apart from the video, the camcor- der takes digital stills at 10 MP resolution (5.7 MP while re- cording a Full HD video). Price: 4899 PLN.
PANASONIC HDC-TM700 TM700 takes advantage of its 32 GB of internal fl ash memory. If this large storage space is full, the cam- corder automatically switches recording to a me- mory card (SDXC/SDHC/SD). Inside the chassis we’ll fi nd a solid portion of electronics, including 3xMOS sensor which ensures high quality of re- corded video (in Full HD) and stills (17.1 MP in Still Image mode or 14.7 MP for the video material). There’s also the new Crystal Engine Pro (which produces clear and sharp images), 1080p Progressive Recording at 50 fps (providing smooth and clear image), Power O.I.S. technology (optical image stabilization), Wind Noise Canceller, Time Lapse Recording, and a brand new Leica Dicomar lens (F1.5-2.8) with 12x optical zoom. The user is provided with a wide 3.0-inch touch screen LCD monitor which makes operating the camcorder so much easier. Price: Price: 5400 PLN.
SANYO XACTI DMX-CA100 The birth of the world’s fi rst water waterproof full HD cam-mm- corder was announced on 28 May in Tokyo. The device wwillilll be launched at the end of June, this year. Unfortunately, thehe Polish enthusiasts of underwater video recording will bbee forced to visit one of the ‘old’ members of EU, the USA, or Japan, because Sanyo brand is barely present on the Polishsh market. It’s a real shame since the company has a numberber of extremely interesting products. It doesn’t come as a sur-ur- prise then, that we were unable to test the newest Xacti cam-m- corder, but basing on what we know about the previous mo-o- dels, we can assume that it’s going to be a very solid piecece of electronics. The manufacturer claims that the camcorderder can be used to a depth of 3 meters underwater for up to 6600 minutes. It also captures 14 mega-pixel photos, in additionon to Full HD video shooting. We will also fi nd there a 5x opticalcal zoom, 2.7 inch LCD monitor and SD/SDHC/SDXC card rre-e- ader. The price hasn’t been announced yet.
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The Aviator The new Saab 9-5 Aero is extravagant, Scandinavian to the core, has real sive sports cars. The new 9-5 debuted with character and a lot in common with aviation. That is why this car will appeal Saab already in Spyker’s hands and the to everyoneone – men who love speed and acceleration,acceleration and women who value plans for the future are quite ambitious: by 2015 Saab will have presented a few ut- safety, functionalityunctionality anandd comfortcomfort.. terly new models as the result of Swedish- Dutch cooperation. aab has for long produced fi- thethe instrumenti panel, except for essentialssential ghter jet aircraft. Many of us iinformation,nfor for less distraction wwhenhen nni-i- YOU WON’T BE DISAPPOINTED know such names as Viggen, gghtht ddriving. According to Swedishsh enengi-gi- The strongest Saab 9-5 Aero with V6 2.8 Draken, or Gripen – these nneers,eer the Night Panel is extremelyly hehelp-lp- litre turbo engine produces 300 BHP and Swedish-built fi ghters are qu- ffulul wwhile driving at night as the excessxcess ooff has the torque of 400 Nm. Performance? Site well recognizable. But what do they llightight can tire the driver’s eyes. The 9-5 doesn’t lack in power. However, have in common with the automobile di- the car is relatively large (5 metres long, vision of the company which specializes IS ITIT STILL SWEDISH? the boot capacity – 515 litres), so the best in manufacturing limousines and SUVs? UUntilnti very recently, Saab was ownedwned byby choice would be the XWD version - that Well, cars made by Saab utilize techno- GGeneralen Motors. The trouble was thatthat thethe is the four wheel drive. The clever electro- logy implemented in fi ghter planes - no mmanufactureran of Opels and Chevroletsevrolets nics, which analyse data sent by 20 sen- other automobile manufacturer can say ddidn’tidn have any marketing strategygy con-con- sors, can precisely dose the torque to each something like this about their cars. ccerningern Saabs. Costs grew which leledd to a of the four wheels which, in turn, results tterribleerri decision - Saabs were to bee aassem-ssem- in better traction. AVIATION ROOTS bbledled from cheaper and less reliablele pparts.arts. The basic version costs around 140,000 Aero, meaning ‘related to the air’, I sup- TThis,his in turn, angered customers,, becau-becau- PLN (€35,000), for the top version you pose? That’s true, but Aero isn’t just emp- ssee nnobodyo wants to have a luxuriousous cacar,r, will have to prepare as much as 250,000 ty words. It’s just enough to look closer wwhichhic has the same tacky switchess as tho-tho- PLN (€62,500). Quite a lot, but people at some details. The wheel rims look li- ssee inin a cheap Opel, and the radioo whichwhich buy this car to stand out of the crowd, and ke the blades of a turbofan and the spo- ccomesom directly from even cheaperer Che-Che- for this you must pay. The new 9-5 is a be- ilers are shaped in such a way that at high vvrolet.role The sales dropped so rapidlydly tthathat autiful car, packed with the newest tech- speeds the car will produce as little air re- GGMM decided to get rid of the Swedishish ma-ma- nology, but also… quite traditional and sistance as possible. The interior reveals kke.e. TheT rights to Saab’s trademarkark andand clearly relating to its great heritage. Excel- two more aviation patents - the windscre- ttechnologyech were taken over by thee DuDutchtch lent! Saab simply doesn’t disappoint. ■ en display which shows the vehicle’s spe- SSpyker.pyk It might seem a bit risky, becausebecause Rafał Jemielita is a journalist for Playboy ed, rpm, and navigation, and the Night tthehe DDutch specialize mainly in buildinguilding and a co-presenter of TVN Turbo’s ‘Automa- Panel – a switch to turn off the lighting of sslightlyligh ephemeral and extremelyy expen-expen- niak’ - a motor magazine programme.
JULYCZERWIEC / AUGUST 2010 | 75 o4 hours IN BERLIN
Evidence of the German capital’s Quartier 205, which is home to the art konzerthaus.de, franzoesische-kirche.de, troubled past stands alongside deco-style Galeries Lafayette, a branch bundestag.de of the iconic French department store. 04 FASSBENDER AND RAUSCH examples of its thrilling present, fi nds Here you will fi nd everything from per- Cross the street and you’ll come Jenny Southan. fume and designer clothes to high-quali- to a truly decadent shop offering not on- ty champagne, cheese, seafood, foie gras ly a mouth-watering array of handma- and wine. But it’s worth visiting for the de truffl es, nutty pralines and slabs of 01 TIERGARTEN gleaming futuristic interior alone. Desi- marbled chocolate, but a few of Berlin’s This vast 630-acre park, known as gned by Jean Nouvel, the central atrium most famous sights recreated in edible the “green lung” of the city, can provide comprises two giant glass-panelled co- form. Even if you are not looking to buy, an opportunity for relaxation or sightse- nes (one stretching up from the ground it is worth popping in to see the choco- eing depending on your mood. It’s split fl oor to the roof, the other inverted and late constructions of Brandenburg Gate in two by Strasse des 17 Juni and a go- spanning four fl oors below) that toge- and the Reichstag. od place to start is at the golden Victo- ther form rainbow-tinted walls, through FThe company came into being in ry Column – Barack Obama addressed a which you can see people walking aro- 1999 when two chocolate-making families crowd of 200,000 people here in July last und. Open Mon-Sat 10am-8pm; galerie- – Fassbender and Rausch – joined forces, year. Head north along one of the many s-lafayette.de and is a great place to stop for a creamy winding paths and you’ll stumble across 03 GENDARMENMARKT cup of hot chocolate or even a cocoa-the- modern sculptures and historical monu- Exiting Quartier 205 on Charlot- med dinner in the restaurant. The shop ments, such as the striking Soviet War tenstrasse, you will emerge on to the be- is open daily from 10am-8pm (Sundays Memorial. autiful Gendarmenmarkt. Dating back from 11am), while the café and restau- If you skirt along the banks of the Ri- to the 18th century, the square earned rant are open from 11am-8pm. Charlot- ver Spree, which runs along the edge of its name from the cuirassier regiment of tenstrasse 60; fassbender-rausch.de the north side of the park, you will also gens d’armes (mounted cavalry in the ar- 05 HI-FLYER 01.00 see Germany’s ultra-modern, glass-shel- my of Frederik the Great of Prussia) that This year is the 20th anniversary led government buildings. These inclu- was deployed here until 1773. of the fall of the Berlin Wall, and if you de the Bundeskanzleramt (chancellery) The neoclassical building in the cen- walk a short way to Zimmerstrasse, you and Paul-Lobe-Haus (parliamentary of- tre of the square is the Konzerthaus Ber- will see a row of bricks in the road mar- fi ce), which are part of the relatively new lin. Badly damaged during the Second king where East was once divided from 6 government district. World War, it was completely restored by West. From here you will easily spot the Feeling peckish? Pick up a bratwurst 1984 and now hundreds of events take huge Hi-Flyer “Die Welt” balloon, loca- (sausage sandwich) from a street vendor place in its four halls. To the left sits the ted right on the border in what was once and eat it on the grass. Beware, though – terracotta-roofed Franzosischer Dom, a a no-man’s land between the two sides. while the Berlin Wall might be gone, the Protestant church that houses an exhi- Attached to the ground by a steel cable, East German tradition of stripping off bition devoted to the history of French it can take up to 30 passengers 150 me- when enjoying leisure time hasn’t, so you Protestantism and the Huguenots in tres into the air for sweeping views of the might see more than you bargained for. Berlin (open 12pm-5pm, closed Mon- city. Open 10am-10pm in summer (until 02 GALERIES LAFAYETTE days, free entry). To the other side of the 12.30am Fri-Sat), and 11am-6pm in win- From the Tiergarten, cross the li- Konzerthaus stands the Deutscher Dom ter (7pm Fri-Sat). Tickets e19. Visit air- ne marking where the Wall once stood – a victim of fi re in 1945, it was reopened service-berlin.de and walk a couple of blocks to Friedrich- in 1996 as a cathedral and a museum of 06 ANHALTER BAHNHOF strasse. At number 76-78 you will see a German political history (open 10am- If you don’t have time for a ballo- curved glass and steel building called 7pm, closed Mondays, free entry). Visit on fl ight, continue left down Wilhelm- strasse into West Berlin to the ruins of Galeries Lafayette the Anhalter Bahnhof, located in an open area opposite the Topography of Terror, an outdoor exhibition dedicated to the Nazi Party and its crimes. The Anhalter Bahnhof, built in 1841, was once one of Europe’s most important railway termini – by 1930, trains carry- ing an average of 44,000 people every day departed for destinations such as Rome, Athens and Naples. However, during the Second World War, its purpose was far more sinister – many thousands of Jews were deported from this station to the Theresienstadt concentration camp, in what is now the Czech Republic. By 1945 the station was devastated by allied bombing, leaving
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Gendarmenmarkt only the façade of the main entrance, re- stored on several occasions since, as a re- minder of its former legacy. 07 SOLAR Berlin is famed for its thriving and often hard-to-locate dining and clubbing scene, but if you know where to go, you will be in for a treat. From An- halter Bahnhof, cross the road to a mo- dern tower block in a courtyard just off Victory Stresemannstrasse at number 76. When Column you enter, you will be shown to a glowing Anhalter red glass lift, which ascends on the out- Bahnhof side of the building. On the 16th fl oor is Solar restaurant and on the 17th is a lo- unge bar with live DJs – this retro-chic venue offers panoramic views of the ci- ty (you can’t miss the Berlin TV tower) and a tempting German and internatio- nal fusion menu. The waiting staff are young, glamoro- us and confi dent, and the dishes are tan- Fassbender talising – choose from frappé of avoca- i Rausch do soup with Tabasco sauce (e5) or wels catfi sh with Serrano ham, risotto and pe- as (e9) to start, or wiener schnitzel with potato salad (e18.50) or beef tenderlo- in with chanterelles and potato gratin 3 (e28.50) for the main. Call Solar on +49 163 765 2700 as reservations are recom- mended. Open Mon-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri- 04.00 Sat 6pm-4am, Sun 10am-2am. Visit so- ■ larberlin.com FRIEDRICHSTRASSE Go to germany-tourism.co.uk and DOROTHEENSTRASSE MITTELSTRASSE Solar visitberlin.de for more information. 01 UNTER DEN LINDEN
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JULY / AUGUST 2010 | 77 ask Peter Do you have any questions about travelling, ticket prices, passenger services, or loyalty programmes? We will be pleased to answer them! Send Peter an e-mail at: [email protected]
BUSINESS LOUNGE I’m responsible for booking business trips in a large company. Our company’s poli- cy allows only for fl ying in economy class. WHAT’S A STOPOVER? One of the workers fl ied in business class On the website of one of the airlines I read about the special offer of free stopo- and himself paid the difference in price. ver. What is this stopover? There are three hotels to choose from. I wasn’t inte- The cost was relatively low and he even rested in such an offer before, but now I would like to make use of it. Do all the earned some points in the frequent fl y- airlines have this stopover on their offer, and which cities are included? er programme. He asked me about the po- Mariusz ssibility to make use of a special lounge on the airport. On what conditions can you Dear Mariusz, make use of those lounges? The term stopover in the booking terminology re- Mada fers to a break between two or more parts of a jo- urney for a certain period of time and a stay in a particular city. With international fl ights, we talk lence zone’, where you can have a nap. about a change/transfer when you spend up to 24 Dear Magda, More and more often there is also a po- hours in the hub, whereas anything above 24 ho- A lot of corporations has verifi ed the- ssibility to go to a SPA, appreciated urs is referred to as stopover. The exception is fl y- ir business trip policy and allowed the- especially after long intercontinental fl i- ing within United States and Canada, where the ir workers to fl y only in economy class, ghts. First class lounges also offer se- stopover is an interruption lasting more than 4 ho- especially on short routes. However, fl y- rvices of a hairdresser, cosmetician or urs. It should be mentioned that not all the tariffs ing in business class, apart from the even a massage. The passengers are allow for such a long stay in a particular city. Low, special service, gives you also many called by loudspeakers a couple of mi- special tariffs allow only for a change/transfer (up other privileges – even before embar- nutes before closing the gate, and the- to 24 hours). More expensive tariffs allow the po- king on a plane. There is a possibility to refore they don’t have to wait together ssibility of stopover on their conditions. That’s why check in at separate desks, bigger bag- with others. especially with business trip which includes travel- gage allowance, the possibility to cho- Another facility includes the possibi- ling around a couple of cities, you should bear in ose a particular seat on a plane, more lity to have a meal in the lounge, inste- mind that the price of the ticket would go up. points in loyalty programs and being the ad of eating onboard, especially before The airlines cooperate with hotel chains offe- fi rst one to embark and disembark. So- long night fl ights. In such a case, the fl i- ring the transit passengers rooms at special ra- me airports have also the so called fast ght attendant suggests reclining the se- tes. The same goes with the passengers who ha- track service on their offer, and it allows at to the horizontal position right after ve decided to make a stopover. Such an offer you to get onboard straightaway after the plane takes off. often comes as a part of the whole package and the check-in. Other facilities include the It’s worth mentioning that you can is especially popular in Asian countries. You’ve possibility to use the business class lo- make use of the business class lounge mentioned three hotels to choose from, so I gu- unge, dedicated to business travellers only on the day of departure (or when ess each one is different star, so the price of the exclusively. arriving at your destination) after sho- package would also be different. Such lounges are to be found at most wing your boarding pass. Some airlines The similar package offer refers also to week- airports. They are managed by the air- allow you to invite one person to the lo- end stays. The fl ight and two-day stay at a hotel port or directly by an airline. Access to unge, as your honour guest. To get de- is often included in the price of the standard tic- selected lounges is guaranteed also to tailed information, you should ask a par- ket. I encourage you to check out the details on the owners of some credit cards. Ma- ticular airline. the web sites of particular airlines. One of them ny airlines have their own lounges, dedi- Despite trips regulations in many com- offers free accommodation at a hotel for the fi rst cated only to their passengers. On the- panies, the passengers often fl y in bu- class passengers in the summer season. The of- ir standard offer you will fi nd free drinks siness class. Luckily, there is always the fers are often extended to museum or theatre tic- (including alcohol) and snacks. Also, possibility to pay the difference between kets, sometimes also shopping coupons for cer- free internet access is to be found the- the tariffs. As an alternative, you can also tain shops, or even sightseeing tour with a guide. re. There are also more exclusive loun- make use of your frequent fl yer points, Families are often offered special packages with ges with restaurants, and a so called ‘si- and be upgraded to business class. amusement park tickets.
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