Subscribe via RSS FeedMay|18|2008
American Idol Summer Camp
Posted by Noemi as Events, United States, News
Do you have a teenager who is a huge fan of American Idol? Are you still planning on what he or she can do for the summer? Well here is something different and exciting – the American Idol Summer Camp, which was launched last year, is going to be held once again this year and the next.
What is the Camp all about? Last year’s Camp was full of activities for children aged 10 to 15 years old. The concept of the Camp is to bring children together in a non-competitive environment (much unlike the popular TV show) and help them learn techniques with regard to “singing, …
Mar|23|2008
Travel Tips For The Beijing Olympics (Part 4)
Posted by Noemi as Around The World, Destinations, Festivals, Tips, Asia, Cities
Here’s the last installment for this series. I am sure that those of you who are thinking of going to Beijing for the Summer Olympics have your own list of things to do and see as well as tips to make one’s stay more pleasurable. Here are the last items on my list.
Don’t use up all your energy during the day
The chances are that you would not be spending all your time watching Olympic events – that is, unless you have enough funds to buy tickets to all of them OR get passes for several days. In any case, my suggestion is NOT to focus solely on the Olympics. Beijing …
Mar|21|2008
Travel Tips For The Beijing Olympics (Part 3)
Posted by Noemi as Destinations, Around The World, Festivals, Asia, Cities
Here are more things for your to consider as you plan your own trip to Beijing this summer.
Discover the city on public transportation
If you are on a budget, this may very well be your best option. Renting a car for the duration of your stay may be convenient but costly. Beijing’s public transportation system is quite efficient so it is not really a hassle. More so, it comes dirt cheap! It seems that the bus system around the city is very reliable and buses go everywhere. The price? About 1 yuan to 6 yuan, depending on the distance. They also have a metro which …
Mar|18|2008
Travel Tips For The Beijing Olympics (Part 2)
Posted by Noemi as Festivals, Asia, Cities
In the last post, we took a look at the alternative ways of getting to Beijing. As you saw, it is not necessary for you to go straight there – you can take detours that may actually save you some money or at the very least, enhance your experience. This time, let us look at the accommodations.
For sure, the accommodations will be quite expensive around the time of the Olympics. This is actually one of my biggest concerns. I might not be able to afford decent accommodations at that time. Based on my research, I have narrowed down my choices to two options – one is to stay …
Mar|14|2008
Have A European Easter Holiday (Part 2)
Posted by Noemi as Destinations, Around The World, Events, Europe, Family
As promised, here are more deals from TravelSuperMart:
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UK Family Break - Edinburgh, York and London are just some of the fantastic city breaks Britain has to offer. They are a great option for families plenty to keep …
Mar|10|2008
Breakaway In Orlando This Spring Break!
Posted by Noemi as Festivals, United States, Getaways, Cities, Family
Spring Break is always something that students look forward to. For the older kids, especially those in college, they would probably look to spending time on their own – away from their parents. For those families with younger kids, however, Spring Break could be a perfect chance to have a family vacation to break away from the mundane life that usually prevails from January to March. So if you fall under the second category, what options do you have for a Spring Break vacation this year?
About.com tells us that Orlando is actually the number 1 destination for families for Spring Break. I don’t know where they got the numbers …
Mar|06|2008
Easter Holidays in the UK
Posted by Noemi as Festivals, Cruises, Destinations, Transport, Europe, Family, Cities, Getaways, Hotels
In the last post, I wrote about some Easter vacation ideas for families in the US. Of course, the US isn’t the only country that celebrates this holiday – our cousins across the ocean do so as well! Here are some great holiday ideas in the UK. Whether you live in Britain or not, it is always worth traveling to that part of the world for a break.
Tour the countryside in a camper van
You do not need to own one in order to do this – there are plenty of camper van rentals all throughout the UK. The best thing about renting a camper …
Mar|04|2008
Ideas For Easter Vacation
Posted by Noemi as Festivals, Americas, Cities, Family
It’s almost here! Easter is always a good time for kids and can be a good excuse to take the whole family on vacation. Though some families may prefer to stay at home during this period, why not consider going on a vacation this time around? Here are some great ideas for a fun-filled Easter vacation.
New York City’s Easter Parade
To be held on the 23rd of March, this parade is perfect for the whole family. It is going to be held on 5th Avenue but do not expect floats or marching bands – just admire the astounding array of people in Easter bonnets and costumed pets. …
Feb|26|2008
Hot Hot Hot!
Posted by Jen as Events, Food and Drink, Travelogger
Once dubbed as the “hottest food show in the world,” the 20th National Fiery Foods and Barbecue Show is upon us once again. As it has been for the past two years, the trade show is going to be held in Albuquerque, New Mexico. To be precise, it is going to be held at the Sandia Resort and Casino Events Center.
For those of you who have the taste for something a bit spicier, then you should definitely drop by this trade fair. Aside from the free parking, guests can also avail of golf and spa services. So if some of you want to take a break from all the heat, the hotel is at your service!
Last …
Feb|09|2008
Valentines Vacation for the Family
Posted by Noemi as Around The World, Destinations, Festivals, Americas, Resorts, Family, Hotels
Not everyone is into Valentines Day but why not? It can be a good excuse to get away from your every day routine and have some fun. If you are a couple without children, then you and your partner could go away for a romantic weekend. You have a world of choices open to you. If you have children, you have two options – find someone to look after them during the weekend and go away on your own or you can take the kids with you and have a family weekend.
Whichever route you choose, you will be sure to have a blast with the kids and also spend …
