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St. Petersburg

The legendary Hermitage Museum.

Standing on elegant Palace square, it got its name from Catherine the Great, who built the private apartments, a place for retreat, reflection and seclusion. Between 1764 and 1775, the Empress undertook to acquire some of the world's finest works of art, and she succeeded in her aim to a large extent. The Hermitage housing more than 3 million works of the world's art is annually visited by 3 million people. During the tour explore the main collection of the Hermitage, including the masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, El Greco, Francisco Goya and Thomas Gainsborough, as well as the famous Diamond Room that contains the unique collection of priceless gems belonging to the Romanov family.

TIC Total Recall Moments

TIC can arrange an exclusive tour of the Diamond Room, post-closing hours in the Hermitage Museum, so that you can admire its masterpieces without too many people around.

Samarkand

Stepping into History

Explore the neighbourhood area of Gorkiy Park and the boulevard in Downtown Samarkand and in the evening you are welcomed to enjoy the theatre of historical costumes "El Merosi".

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At the theatre the organisers will introduce to the audience the national suits and costumes of the past years, but also to the way of life, customs and traditions of the inhabitants of the region since the ancient times and up to the present. The Costume show takes place in a dramatized form revealing a secret mission of each dress or suit. "El Merosi" represents suits of various historical periods spanning several centuries.

The Vatican

Is opening its doors to the public

A new weekly train service has just been launched between Vatican City and Castel Gondolfo in the Alban hills fifteen miles away that's home to the Papal summer palace and vacation retreat. Pope Francis has already opened the palace gardens to visitors. A newly-curated museum inside the historic structure will display priceless artifacts, vestments and other symbols of the once-great Papal States. The terrace views stretch all the way to Rome.

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The rail service will feature modern trains and tour packages, which must be booked online in advance through the Vatican Museum and costs range from 30-40 Euros.

Croatia

If you are a first time visitor, get ready for ruggedly beautiful shorelines, and pretty Adriatic islands. Visit Plitvice Lakes and explore Zadar, an ancient Mediterranean port city. The old town, surrounded by walls and towers, is connected by a bridge to the new, urban part of the city. Spend time on the idyllic islands of Hvar. Visit the fjord of Kotor to see the tiny church of our Lady of the Rocks that is perched on a small island, and St. Tripun Cathedral.

Can’t come home without:

  • When in Hvar – visit Stari Grad the oldest city in Croatia, established by the Antique Greeks
  • Wine experience in Konavle – you will taste local wine, liqueurs, figs and snacks at local wine producer’s family cellar. Traditional lunch will be served in the cellar
  • A Klapa concert

Burma's Heritage

The hidden gem

Burma, or Myanmar is a land long hidden from Western eyes. Time stands still as you indulge in a three-night cruise on the luxurious 'Road to Mandalay', Capture photographs of a lifetime with an aerial view of Bagan's plains from a private hot air balloon as you ride over 2,000 pagodas and temples and Enjoy a candle light dinner in the midst of Bagan's ancient temples

TIC Total Recall Moments

Spend a couple of unforgettable hours at a home hosted dinner in Bagan. You will witness a Burmese dinner prepared in family style and served at a local home. You will love meeting the host and hearing her story. We ensure we select someone who is the the ultimate hostess, so your experience will be truly memorable

Re: START Mall

Christchurch starting over again

Re:START is a shopping experience like no other. The unique shipping container retail area is brightly coloured, stunningly landscaped and is the heart of the "Pop Up City" concept. Re:START provides a range of quality retailers located in a cool funky city environment. Anchored by Ballantynes department store, Re:START houses many businesses previously located in the centre of the city but destroyed in the devastation of the earthquake - including Johnson's Grocery Store, Scorpio Bookstore, Cosmic, Hunters & Collectors and many others.

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Re:START also has great cafes, a range of specialty gifts stores and a selection of fashion boutiques not found elsewhere in Christchurch, so this is a must do for the Shopaholics.

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