In the world of travel, one year’s hidden gem can easily become the next year’s mass tourist destination, as word of mouth and the influence of travel guides and the internet spread the word about off the beaten track destinations that are worth the air fare to visit. There are some destinations that, at present, are well enough equipped to deal with tourism to ensure that you can have a comfortable and enjoyable stay there, without having become so inundated with tourists that some of their original charm is lost. One of these destinations is Baku, the capital city of Azerbaijan. If your first reaction is to ask ‘where?’, then you’re not alone. Few people take the time to find out about this fascinating country, let alone pay a visit and if you are looking for a hotel Baku can offer plenty of options that remain largely undiscovered by international tourists. Now is very much the time to visit Azerbaijan, whose mix of temperate climate, beautiful landscape, fascinating architectural mix and wonderfully diverse culture and traditions make it a real treat for those who like to discover new places before they become overrun with international tourists and packed with high rise hotels. Baku is very much the cultural hub of Azerbaijan, and its famous jazz festival attracts hundreds of thousands of music fans each year, who flock here to hear big name stars of the modern jazz world play at locations across the city. Hotels in Baku are many and varied, and may range from comfortable chain hotels with English speaking staff to smaller operations where guests will be made to feel like part of the family. Luxury hotels in Baku are often very affordable compared to those in the United Kingdom can live the high life without spending an absolute fortune. Flights to Baku can be affordable if you do your research into good off-season deals, and this is one city that really merits a visit now before word spreads about its many charms.
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