Subscribe via RSS FeedApr|12|2008
Things To Do In NYC
Posted by Noemi as Destinations, Features, Around The World, United States, Cities
Everyone should experience The Big Apple at least once in their lives. Even people who prefer living in the country or a quieter place would appreciate a visit or two to this city, which could very well be the most popular in the word.
If you have teens and you are looking for a unique experience for a family trip, New York would be a good place to consider. It has so many things to offer and would definitely catch the interest of the whole family. With all the things that one can do in New York, where do you start? Here are a few things …
Nov|21|2007
Christmas in Kansas
Posted by Jen as United States, Events, Features, Shopping, Getaways, Family, Cities, Travelogger
Contrary to popular belief, Kansas City is not all barren fields and misguided hurricanes. Despite the image produced by Dorothy and The Wizard of Oz, it is actually a city bustling with life ,especially now with Christmas just around the corner. Also known as the Holiday Headquarters, Kansas City is the perfect getaway for families who want to experience good old holiday cheer.
As early as November, the city plays host to a number of different theater acts. Kids will surely enjoy watching “The Happy Elf” at The Coterie Theater and “The Nutcracker” at the Music Hall. Parents will also be entertained by various musicals and acts like “The Christmas Carol” and “A Christmas Stalking.” What better …
Oct|08|2007
Share Your Story!
Posted by Jen as Features, Announcements, People, Awards, Travelogger
Remember that interesting dinner in China?
Or the time when Uncle Jack discovered that old barn?
Or that unplanned stop in Havana?
Well, whatever story you have under your sleeve, now is the time to pull it out and share it with everyone! This fall, Traveling Stories Magazine is hosting a travel writing contest for all those with wonderful and interesting stories to tell. The objective of TSM is to encourage travelers to write about their experiences and perhaps, serve as inspiration to others.
The prize at stake is a featured link on the TSM Web site and $125 (courtesy of the travel company, On the Beach Holidays) which will be sent through PayPal. Winners will be chosen by …
Oct|02|2007
Holiday Treat: Turkey Anyone?
Posted by Hannah Grace as Destinations, Features, Around The World, Asia, Europe
Thanksgiving is just a month away and I can’t wait to eat the thanksgiving dinner my sister’s going to cook for us. I’m sure the turkey will be really good. Yum! I’m not really going to write about the thanksgiving feast though I will be emailing my sister to ask what else will be on the menu right after I finish writing this piece. Since this is Travelogger, quite obviously, the holiday turkey I am referring to is not the animal but the country.
Turkey is rising in popularity as a tourist destination, a perfect place to relax while enjoying nature and immersing oneself in its rich culture. Two …
Sep|30|2007
Reader’s Digest: Living Green
Posted by Hannah Grace as Features, Destinations, Eco-Friendly, Around The World, Tips, Awards, Cities
After the negativity of listing down the most dangerous countries to travel, I decided to come up with a more positive post and here’s what I came up with - a list of the cleanest and greenest countries and cities in the world.
Last August, Reader’s Digest analysed which of the world’s 141 countries ranked as the greenest. The criteria Reader’s Digest used meant not only that the greenest countries were the most environmental friendly but that they really are the most desirable places to live, and hence to visit. After all, as they said, “Just because a country or place is environmentally “fit” doesn’t mean you’d want to spend your life there – think jungles or the Antarctic. But finding …
Sep|12|2007
Crystal Cruises
Posted by Noemi as Features, Cruises, Transport, Family
Another very popular name in the world of cruises is Crystal Cruises. They have actually been voted as the World’s Best Large-Ship Cruise Line for 12 years in a row! This award is given out by Travel + Leisure Magazine which asks its subscribers to vote for their cruise line of choice. That in itself should be a testament to the quality you will be getting with Crystal Cruises.
Of course, quality tends to come at a high price, doesn’t it? Well, if you compare their fees to other cruise lines, the difference is not that big really. Plus, if you avail of their promos, you might actually end up saving more.
For this …
Aug|11|2007
Beam Me Up, Scotty!
Posted by Jen as Announcements, Features, Around The World, News, Adventure, Travelogger
Soon, this famous Star Trek quote will no longer only be used during sci-fi conventions. In time, we may soon hear this catch phrase used as a common term among budding hoteliers. In outer space, that is.
Galactic Suite, which is predicted to come to completion by 2012, is the first ever hotel in outer space. It may sound a little strange and impossible but we have certainly come a long way, haven’t we? In fact, a fellow writer recently wrote about an unusual hotel that sits under the sea. Ever since the beginning of time, humankind has sought ways to reach for the heavens. Why should building a hotel in outer space be any surprising? Perhaps, the …
Jul|25|2007
Protecting Endangered Species: San Diego Zoo
Posted by Jen as Eco-Friendly, Features, Education, United States, Nature, Travelogger
Did you know that in the United States alone, there are 496 species of endangered animals listed? And that worldwide, there are about a thousand more animals whose lives are in danger? These are not just numbers, mind you. These are issues that affect every living being on this planet, whether we are conscious of it or not. Perhaps one of the main causes for the endangerment of these animals is habitat destruction. Over the decades, man has been a little less considerate when it comes to expanding and construction. Sure, there are new roads being paved and new infrastructures being built. Still, at what cost?
In recent years, a lot of things have been done to help the environment recover …
Jun|12|2007
How To Get Better Service, Part 2
Posted by Camica as Features, Transport, Tips, Travelogger
In my last post, I gave several tips to get better service from your travel agent. I had to cut it short, since my post was getting quite long. As I promised, here’s the rest of them:
* The customer is always right, but not in all cases. First of all, that’s the reason you’re asking a travel agent to book for you, right? Because you need help. We don’t want to make things more complicated as well. So please, believe us when we tell you this is the best option we can give. Also, let me …
Jun|08|2007
Journey to Self-discovery
Posted by Jen as Features, Tips, Backpacking & Budget
Funny how the “journey to self-discovery” almost always never is an actual, physical journey. It’s mostly a self-realization thing that starts making itself known in high school. There is nothing wrong nor lacking in such a journey. However, for those who crave a more adventurous path to self-discovery, there is one option available.
Backpacking.
According to yourdictionary.com, backpacking is ” to hike while carrying a backpack” and “to travel about or journey on foot.” Today, more and more students are deciding to take a year off from entering college to embark on this self-chartered adventure. To parents who might be reading this, backpacking isn’t necessarily just a way to get out of the house and out of your eyes. ~:>
A lot …
