RSSJun|16|2011
Top Five Places I Want To See Before I Die
Posted by Noemi as Around The World, Destinations
I don’t think I am going to die soon. Well, I certainly hope not. I have places to go, things to do. I did run across an article at the Huffington Post about dream destinations. It is not a new idea – people write all sorts of lists about things they want to do and places they want to go to before they die. I thought I’d have mine in black and white as well. So here goes.
1. Paris – I have always wanted to go to France. My fascination with this country began in grade school when I won a book titled “Let’s Travel to France” in a raffle draw. The rest, as they say, is history.
2. Israel – This is another place that was very much part of my childhood. Bible …
May|11|2011
More Places To Visit Before It’s Too Late
Posted by Noemi as Around The World, Destinations, Eco-Friendly
This is the continuation of the list that I started in the last post – places that might not be here tomorrow so we should visit them while we can.
Little Green Street isn’t in the center of London, but maybe that’s why it survived so long — it’s one of only a few intact Georgian streets left in the whole metropolis. These two-story brick houses may have survived the Blitz in World War II, but the inexorable march of gentrification is another thing altogether.
London is a premiere tourist destination as a whole but so is this little area within the city. Indeed, with development going the way it is, we might not get to see Little Green Street in its original form pretty soon.
Michoacán Monarch Biosphere Reserve, Mexico: Monarch butterflies face a variety …
May|10|2011
Asian Countries You Must Visit (At Least Once)
Posted by as Asia, Backpacking & Budget, Destinations, Features, Travelogger
It is the largest continent, the home to 60% of the world’s population, the origin of modern civilization, and the birthplace of major world religions. Now who says it is okay to miss travelling to Asia?
But it’s so huge. How can you choose which of its 48 countries to visit first? We’ll make it easier for you. Here are the top four must-visit Asian countries before you die.
Thailand is known for it’s pristine sandy beaches, spicy food and tranquil Buddhist temples. Some of the major sights and destinations are Phuket Island, Chiang Rai, Wat Rong Khun, and the Royal Palace. If you get bored, stroll around the palaces and then eat jasmine rice. Just don’t touch anyone on the head or point with your foot or you’ll be finished with Muay Thai.
Book your Treasures of Thailand Tour here…
May|09|2011
2011 Summer Outlook: Infographic
Posted by as Air Travel, Destinations, Family, Hotels, Travelogger
Even though the cost of an air ticket and price of gas has risen sharply recently and the general state of the economy is poor, many people are still planning on taking a vacation this summer. A recent survey conducted by HomeAway reveals some of the the public’s vacation plans for the summer.
May|08|2011
Places To See Before It’s Too Late
Posted by Noemi as Arts & Culture, Asia, Destinations
The only thing permanent in life is change. Many years down the road, things will be different and in terms of travel, there might be destinations that are accessible today and might be gone tomorrow. I guess that’s why MSN Travel featured 11 places that world travelers should go see NOW before they disappear. I picked some of the destinations that really interested me. Here they are.
Babylon
Babylon, a city of both history and legend, has been seriously damaged by war and development, and those remain the two major threats to the ancient city. The U.S. war in Iraq continues to endanger Babylon and other ancient sites in Iraq, and Iraqi officials’ own plans for post-war Babylon could be just as destructive.
It’s sad that the place which is known to be the cradle …
Apr|20|2011
North Cyprus: Your Mediterranean Paradise
Posted by Noemi as Destinations, Europe, Features, Getaways, Islands
Through the years, I have come to the realization that I am very much partial to beaches. When planning a vacation, I would seek out a beautiful isolated beach. The wonderful thing about this is that there are so many of these in the world, and one destination that I have recently discovered is North Cyprus.
I am sure that the name is not unfamiliar to many of you. It is an island located at the northern part of Cyprus, shares the same name, but is an independent republic. It has so many things to offer the traveler, best of all its long stretches of sandy beaches.
Since the sun shines in this part of the world almost all year long, you can visit any time you want to. The beaches in North Cyprus are numerous, offering …
Apr|14|2011
Use European City Cards to Make Some Huge Savings
Posted by Noemi as Backpacking & Budget, Cities, Destinations, Europe, Features, Tips
Traveling in the summer may not be that appealing to some people. In spite of the excellent weather in many places, there are just too many other tourists who pack their bags and hit the roads at this time. Still, if you do not mind the crowds, then these next couple of months is the perfect time to go visit the continent across the ocean.
Carousing around Europe is part of every traveler’s dream. However, we all know just how heavy on the pockets this could be. One critical weapon in the traveler’s arsenal is the city card. Major European cities offer these cards to visitors and locals alike, in an effort to help them make some savings. Here are some city cards that you should take a look at.
Barcelona Card
If you’re heading …
Feb|02|2011
Ben Thanh Night Market
Posted by Noemi as Asia, Cities, Destinations, Food and Drink, Shopping, Travelogger
There is something about night markets that attract me – and tons of other tourists, as well. Every time I visit a new city, I make it a point to find out if it has a night market, and I make sure that go there at least once. I don’t know why, but night markets are much more fun than the “day” ones.
In any case, as I was telling you in my previous post, Ben Thanh Market closes in the early evening, but its night market draws more crowds – if that’s at all possible. The night market is composed of stalls set up in the streets flanking the Ben Thanh Market. During the day, these streets serve as, well, streets. The sides are parking areas as well. When the night market opens, they still serve as streets – motorcycles galore – but your …
Jan|29|2011
Tasty Treats in Peru
Posted by as Around The World, Destinations, Food and Drink, Nature, Travelogger
If you’ve chosen Peru to visit for your next holiday, you definitely have some taste in traveling – Peru has been a very popular tourist location for quite a while, and having so much to offer to its visitors, many of them keep coming back for more each year. If you’re visiting Peru, we surely don’t have to start listing the large number of places you can go to and things you can see – if you’ve planned your trip well enough, this shouldn’t be necessary as you’re probably already neck-deep in your list for sightseeing.
If you’re looking to grab something to eat while in Peru though, this can be somewhat tricky depending on your particular location. Some towns have very good places for eating all around, while in other towns you’ll have to look around for quite a bit before you’ve been able …
Jan|28|2011
Good Places to Eat in Lima
Posted by as Around The World, Arts & Culture, Destinations, Food and Drink
Lima – Peru’s capital and also its largest city – is quite the popular tourist location. People come to visit it all around the year, and the city is able to offer a wide variety of things to do all the time, regardless of when you chose to make your trip. If you’re going to be staying for a while, you’ve got a large selection of museums and events to explore, so you should by no means feel bored at any point of your trip.
One of the things that’s important to arrange properly in any tourist trip is the food – it’s a factor many people take for granted, only to find themselves puzzled in trying to find a good place to grab a snack while they’re exploring the location they’re at. A short walk around the busier downtown areas should show you a large …
