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Update on the Singapore F1 Night Race
Posted by Noemi as Around The World, Asia, Cities, Destinations, Festivals, Historical, Travelogger
The date of the race is fast approaching and even if it is still several months away, it seems that anyone planning on going to Singapore that weekend should be prepared to pay a hefty price. I did not buy tickets – for the plane, hotel, and race – last month when I first posted an entry on the night race because I was not sure if my finances could handle it. Now that September is looming nearer, I decided to check out the prices yet again to see if something could be done.
I shouldn’t have been surprised, really. As with any other event, the closer …
May|13|2008
Tamaraw Beach, Puerto Galera – Ideal Beach For Families
Posted by Noemi as Around The World, Asia, Destinations, Family, Getaways, Islands, Nature, Resorts, Travelogger
We just came back from a short summer trip where we discovered a great beach for families. The resort is called Tamaraw Beach Resort and it can be found in the Puerto Galera, off the coast of Batangas in the Philippines. Puerto Galera used to be the destination for many beach lovers until it became overcrowded. That is why we were pleasantly surprised with what awaited us at Tamaraw Beach.
Their accommodations have been designed to suit family needs – the rooms are huge and can fit up to 6 people (at least our room did). They also have family apartments that can fit 10 …
Apr|25|2008
The Quest For The Perfect Hotel
Posted by Noemi as Family, Tips, Travelogger
Looking for accommodations is one of the most important things when it comes to traveling with the family. If you were traveling alone or only with your spouse, minor “errors” in choosing the hotel would be easier to deal with. When it comes to the whole family, however, making a mistake in choosing a hotel could spell the difference between an ideal vacation and a disastrous one.
I have come to realize that choosing a hotel is really dependent on many factors. One of the foremost considerations that you should think of is the time that you plan on spending together – the whole family. This is because many …
Apr|08|2008
Spas: Mother And Daughter Bonding
Posted by Noemi as Destinations, Family, Health & Wellness, Resorts, Travelogger
Family trips need not be expensive. Neither should they always be long and far away trips. More so, time spent away from the hustle and bustle of life need not be with the entire family. One good idea would be to spend time alone with a child, to make time for bonding between parent and child.
If you are a mom and you have a daughter – in her teens, especially – you might want to consider going away on a spa weekend. These days, it is quite easy to book a relaxing weekend or even just a day at a spa resort. Even if you live …
Apr|07|2008
The Farther You Go, The Closer You’ll Get
Posted by Noemi as Around The World, Books, Family, Travelogger
Sounds like a movie or book title, doesn’t it? Well, in fact, it is the title of book which contains a collection of written work by well known authors. It is edited by Laura Manske. So why I am writing about this book?
To be honest, I have never really read a book that focuses on family trips or vacations. Of course, I have books (fiction) which may talk about a family going on a trip but nothing like this one. Another confession – I don’t have my own copy of this book yet so I have not read the whole thing but the preview offered by …
Apr|03|2008 Posted by Noemi as Travelogger Feb|27|2008 Posted by Jen as Australia NZ, Travelogger The month of March draws many tourists in St. Helens Tasmania, Australia. Known as the game-fishing capital of Tasmania, St. Helens gives fishing enthusiasts more than their fair share of catch. From the number of different beaches around Georges Bay and the long stretch from St. Helens to St. Helens Point, there seems to be no end to St. Helens natural beauty. With a population of around 2,000, St. Helens is considered to be the largest town in the east coast of Tasmania. The people there are very proud of their crayfish and oysters. Local restaurants known for the quality of their abalone, flounder and scallops also abound. However, fishing isn’t the only thing attracting visitors to …
Feb|26|2008 Posted by Jen as Events, Food and Drink, Travelogger 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|24|2008 Posted by Jen as Eco-Friendly, Europe, Travelogger One of the best ways to help save the environment is to become a volunteer. In the Zoological Society in London (ZSL) Zoo, they are in need of just that. In fact, they have just opened up applications for anyone who is over 18 and wants to discover a different side of life. In ZSL, there are many ways in which people can volunteer. * Learning Volunteers basically welcome and interact with the visitors, making sure they’re having a grand time. *Outreach Support Volunteers assist in visiting London schools and caring for the bunch of outreach animals. *Library Volunteers have the best access to the ZSL library which is the world’s finest and most extensive zoological library. *Office Volunteers get to …
Feb|23|2008 Posted by Jen as Eco-Friendly, Europe, Travelogger I have a soft spot for animals so it always excites me to share something like this with you. The ZSL Zoo is located near Regent’s Park London, England and is open everyday except for Christmas Day. It’s not an easy feat to maintain a zoo so this one automatically deserves a thumbs up and a pat on the back (I should know. Where I …
Satisfy Your Need For Speed: First Ever F1 Night Race At Singapore
Are you an F1 enthusiast? Do you have this craving for speed? Then I suggest that you head on over to Singapore in September for the first ever F1 night race. To be held on the streets of the city, this F1 race is set to make history as never before had there been an F1 race held in the dark of the night. Of course, the streets will not be dark at all – far from that. In fact, just the other weekend, they tested the lighting system that is going to be employed for the night race. By all accounts, it seems that they are …
Helens’ Got Game
Hot Hot Hot!
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. Volunteer for the Animals
Visit the Zoological Society in London Zoo
There cannot be enough animal conservation and protection charities in this world. I have recently discovered the existence of the Zoological Society in London (ZSL). Although this organization has been around for ages,many people all over the world (especially those who do not exactly live in Europe) have not heard about it.
