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1. Rio de Janeiro: Brazil’s City of Contrasts Rio de Janeiro is a city of contrasts, with its stunning white sand beaches, iconic landmarks, and colorful favelas. It’s a place of great beauty, but also one of great poverty. Rio is home to 6.3 million people, and almost a third live in favelas, or slums. The city is divided by income, with favelas located in the hills and wealthier neighborhoods on the coast. Despite the poverty and inequality, Rio is also a vibrant city, with festivals, music and culture that draw millions of tourists each year. From the annual Carnival to the Olympic Games, Rio has something for everyone. 2. Rio de Janeiro’s Favelas and the Struggle for Survival Rio de Janeiro’s favelas are some of the poorest areas in the city and are home to almost a third of its population. Living conditions are often harsh, with inadequate housing, access to water and sanitation, and basic healthcare. These communities are often overlooked by the government, and struggle to survive. Many are left to fend for themselves, relying on the
Minor Hotels Europe & Americas reported total revenues of €496 million for the period from January to March 2025, representing an 8% increase on the €460 million recorded in the first quarter of the previous year.
This summer, citizenM will open the doors to its first Irish hotel - and with it, a carefully curated celebration of contemporary art, local architecture and playful design. Located opposite St Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin's historic core, the new 245-room hotel brings together bold Brutalist architecture, colourful interiors, and a standout collection of artworks by Irish creatives. From a preserved façade to hand-painted murals and in-room commissions, citizenM Dublin St Patrick's is designed as both a stylish place to stay and a new destination for culture lovers.
Article - Construction Commences on Marriott Hotel and Convention Center in Cedar Park, Texas - Great Lakes Capital, NFM, and the City of Cedar Park have begun constructing a new Marriott hotel and convention center in CedarView, a mixed-use development in Cedar Park, Texas.
Americans are increasingly confident in their ability to take a summer vacation despite economic uncertainties, resulting in record-breaking vacation spending, according to Allianz Partners USA's 17th Annual Vacation Confidence Index.