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However You Travel Italy is the Destination
Posted by Wayne as Europe
By plane, train or automobile, and no matter whether you’re on a shoe-string budget or a no-expense-spared excursion, Italy ranks among the most dynamic vacation spots Europe has to offer.
Italy has the best of the best when it comes to mixing old-world charm and modern excitement. With a moderate climate, varied terrain in addition to some of the world’s greatest cultural treasures and deepest history, Italy is hard to beat no matter the focus of your journey.
Along with Greece, Italy (where Rome is located) is accepted as the birthplace of western culture. The streets are full of the trendiest fashions and fabulous buildings with stunning architecture rise from the sidewalks. Masterworks by the greatest artists in history are on display at a number of highly regarded museums and galleries. There are grand castles and palaces to visit. Delicious food and exquisite wines make every meal a romantic experience rivaled by none.
Nov|02|2011
5 Spectacular Sites to See in Athens
Posted by Wayne as Europe
Athens, Greece, is a tourist’s dream. It is so full of history and awe-inspiring sights that it may be overwhelming to the unprepared traveler. Before you venture on a trip to Athens, do your research and make a list of those places that you absolutely must experience while you are in Athens. Otherwise, you could just get caught up and carried away by Athens’ charm and miss out on some of the important sites that make Athens what it is. Make sure these five spectacular sites to see in Athens are on your list:
Acropolis. This World Heritage Site is the most popular tourist destination in Athens. Nestled high on a hill in the center of the city is this fascinating world of architecture and relics from Greece’s Golden Age. Bring your walking shoes because you can easily spend all day traversing the old, cobblestone streets and studying the wide array of surrounding sites that will take you back to ancient times.
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 …
Jan|20|2011
Enjoy the Winter in Copenhagen
Posted by as Adventure, Around The World, Arts & Culture, Europe, Historical, Luxurious
Winter is full of magic and adventure for most, and if you’re looking for an interesting place to spend this year’s snowy season, you may want to give Copenhagen a try. It may definitely not be on the top of your list of ideas, but only those who’ve visited Copenhagen during one of its winters know how magical the whole experience can be, and how much joy it can bring into your holidays – so really, if you haven’t been to Copenhagen in the winter yet, now’s the time to check it out!
Copenhagen really changes during the winter – there are a lot of places to visit and things to see, so if you’re looking to make this holiday an interesting one, look no further. You should definitely start your search with the Tivoli Christmas market – apart from being the perfect location to do your …
Sep|30|2010
Travellers: Peter Mayle
Posted by Zahir as Arts & Culture, Europe, Food and Drink, People
When I want to do some seriously relaxing armchair travelling I turn to Peter Mayle, who has written some of the best books on what life is really like in the Provence region of France, as well as its wonderful food and drink!
Born in 1939 in Brighton, England, Mayle spent 15 years of his career in the cut-throat world of advertising before becoming a writer in the mid-seventies. He started off writing educational books for children on useful topics such as sex education.
In 1989 his most famous book, “A Year In Provence” detailing his life in Provence was published and became an international bestseller. More books followed, as well as contributions to numerous magazines and newspapers around the world.
According to sources, Mr.Mayle and his wife left the home in Provence he so aptly described in “A Year..” to return to the …
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Sep|24|2010
Dealing with Jetlag and Climate Changes
Posted by Zahir as Adventure, Africa, Air Travel, Americas, Around The World, Asia, Australia NZ, Business, Carribbean, Cities, Europe, Getaways, Health, Health & Wellness, Luxurious, Oceania, People, Tips, Transport, Trends, United States, Warnings
People who love to travel are already used to the different time zones that most countries have. Sudden changes in the time and weather may prove to be a problem on adjusting to such if a person is not used to such fast paced evolution and lifestyle.
For people, traveling to any part of the world such as the United States, Europe and Asian continents would need body clock adjustments as well. The cultural practices and traditions are not the only immediate things that globetrotters should worry about but rather their ability to cope up with change.
Climate also entails being ready for the level of health a person is able to sustain. Sudden changes like cold and hot temperatures would need standby requirements of medicine or clothing just in case to ensure that the human body does not …
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Jun|28|2010
Paris Pour Les Enfants
Posted by Zahir as Cities, Europe, Family
The famed city of lights has always been the favourite of lovers from all around the world. In fact, few cities can beat Paris‘ incredibly romantic streets, cafes and gardens – so much so that even the locals here are seen smooching all around town. So what better place to bring two lovers fruits of love (the kids!)? If Paris has never crossed your mind as the next family holiday destination, think again. It’s the land of some of the most charming children’s books – of the precocious schoolgirl Madeline and the regal elephant Babar, and the colourful Barbapapa (translated as candy floss or cotton candy) family.
In Paris, there are playgrounds in nearly every block, and the larger ones come complete with, manege (carousel), guignol (marionette shows), even pony rides and snack carts. Little ones will also enjoy the street performers at Montmartre, and …
Sep|09|2009
The Rise Of The “Greycationers”
Posted by Noemi as Europe, Health & Wellness, Trends
I love language! It really is not a static thing, but it shifts and evolves with time. Take the word vacation; only recently, another word was created out of it – staycation, for vacations that are spent in the vicinity of a person’s hometown or city. Now, we have another word: greycationer. It does not take a rocket scientist to figure out that the word refers to people aged 50 and above, who spend a lot of time traveling.
The trend is actually gaining ground in Europe. Experts in the travel industry say that this greycationer trend is a result of the “massive influx of baby-boomers who grew up in the 1960s. After redefining youth culture, they are now making their mark on older age.”
Travel agencies and tour operators are now tweaking their offerings to cater to …
May|25|2009
Destination Norway: Family Fun And More
Posted by Noemi as Cities, Destinations, Europe, Family
When I have free time, I like to go on trips. Obviously, I cannot go on as many trips as I would want to so in between them, I do a lot of reading (and watching) in order to get ideas for possible destinations. Recently, I discovered a section in The Independent where they feature various destinations, and I liked what I read about Norway.
Dubbed as the most family-friendly destination in the world, Oslo is Norway’s capital. Siobhan Mulholland, the travel writer, states that she has strong reason to believe that the city just might live up to that tagline. She writes:
Foreign capitals and young children don’t always go together. Schlepping around crowded streets tends to be more a task in herding recalcitrant cats than mutual enjoyment. So to find a city that caters brilliantly for …
