10 Top Attractions in the South of France
The South of France, awash in rich sunshine and paint box colours, entices with a Mediterranean climate as well as a wealth of diverse attractions to enjoy. A stay at one of the South of France villas will put these must-sees right at your doorstep. 1. Marseille The coast of Marseille is a sparkling blue gem. Watch the fishermen go about their workday, stroll along the La Canebière and enjoy the elegant buildings, or simply grab a sidewalk table at any one of the myriad restaurants near the water and enjoy a steaming bowl of bouillabaisse and a glass of rosé. [caption id="attachment_8254" ...
The Iconic Bridges of Porto
Porto, the second largest city of Portugal, is famous not only for its long history and for its cultural richness, but for its bridges as well. It is not for nothing that the city is known as “The City of bridges”. The people of Porto are very proud of them, and they have all reasons to be so: one bridge after another, Porto acquired more than simple functional structures, it acquired true landmarks. Of the 6 bridges of Porto, there are three that stand out, for one reason or another: 1. The Most Famous: Dom Luis I Bridge Don Luis I was ...
When in Japan…
Way back when, in high school, I got the opportunity to travel to Japan as a foreign exchange student. My trip was one month long, and consisted of one and a half weeks in Kyoto, one and a half weeks in rural Utsunomiya, and one and a half weeks in Tokyo. As a sixteen-year-old girl who had hardly left my small Midwestern town, Japan was definitely a welcomed culture shock. I started out my stay in Kyoto, the former imperial capital of Japan. Home to nearly 1.5 million people, Kyoto was notably larger than my 500 person hometown. I accepted the ...
Holi: The Most Colourful Festival in India
The festival of Holi is celebrated all over India, and this unique event is a cultural experience that you won’t soon forget. If you are visiting India during Holi, here is some information useful for enjoying this fun and chaotic religious festival: [caption id="attachment_6907" align="aligncenter" width="560" caption="Holi Celebration in India"][/caption] What is Holi? Holi is a religious spring festival which is celebrated by Hindus in India, as well as in Nepal and Pakistan. It is held at the commencement of the winter season, traditionally on the last full moon Phalguna, the lunar month which corresponds to February or March in our calendar. Holi ...
Destinations & Tours
4 Great UK City Breaks
London No list of city breaks in the UK would be complete without the capital, London. Home to thousands of attractions, shops, hotels and events, it’s definitely well worth a visit! This year, London also plays host to the Summer Olympic Games, which, if you’re lucky enough to have tickets to an event, will be [...]
9 New Reasons to Visit Brazil This Year
Looking for new reasons to once again visit the beautiful country of Brazil would bring you back to the very first reasons why you visited the country the first time. Brazil has always been what it was back: a paradise of beaches and rainforests offering the most interesting cultures and celebrations. Take a look at [...]
The Beautiful City of Bath
Bath has been welcoming visitors for over two millennia, ever since the Celts welcomed Roman visitors to their sacred thermal springs, dedicated to the goddess Sulis. The Romans liked Bath so much they decided to stay – building an impressive city and the famous Bath Spa for which it is now named. And so it [...]
Travel Tips
Traveling like Royalty on a Budget
Traveling on a budget doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice luxury. If you’ve got million dollar visions of your vacation, and a thousand dollar budget, there are ways that you can save and still have a fabulous time. If you’re looking to take a fantastic vacation and still have money left over in the [...]
Full Steam Ahead: 7 Classic Train Journeys to Savor
Trains are great aren’t they? We’re not talking the 06.25 St Pancras Express that arrives in central London just in time for the rush hour. Perish the thought, that wouldn’t be fun. We’re talking classic, exhilarating train journeys that open up a whole new world. Forget the wrong type of snow. From superfast to the [...]
The Sound of Music: Excursions and Breaks for Musical Kids
For decades musical vacations have provided kids with a superb way to learn more about their musical interests, develop their singing or instrumental skills, and mature as a person. Whether embarking on band camp, going on an overseas tour with a choral society or joining in with your school orchestra as it plays across the [...]
Camping & Backpacking
Hiking the Inca Trail
Modern Peru is famously steeped in the history of ancient civilisation, the Incas. The legendary architecture left by this astonishing race is now a main feature in one of the top 5 hikes in the world. Constructions remaining include ruins, tunnels and paving stones; all of these features make up the iconic mountainside of Machu [...]
Vancouver for Backpackers
Vancouver is an amazing city to visit. It’s a place where the mountains and the ocean come together, providing an endless array of activities to enjoy, year round. From skiing in the winter to hiking and mountain biking in the summer, you’ll always find something to keep you busy. And if you’re not the active [...]
5 of the World’s Most Exhilarating Hiking Experiences
Hiking is a great way to explore the natural beauty of your surroundings. Not only this, but it is great exercise, and can be very therapeutic. In fact, scientific studies have shown that hiking can help reduce stress, increase muscular strength, lower the risk of cancers, high blood pressure or heart disease and can also [...]
Cruises
Honeymoon on a Luxury Liner
When planning every wedding there’s always so much stress involved and such a huge build-up to the big day, however the actual wedding day is all over in a flash. But what’s great if there’s always the honeymoon to look forward to when you can finally spend some alone time with your partner. So when [...]
Specialty Travel
Planning a Vacation for Memorial Day
Memorial Day is the traditional start of the summer vacation season. The extended weekend gives a lot of people the opportunity to take a well-deserved and desperately needed break from the everyday demands of modern life. However, with so many people taking advantage of the extra day off, most travelers can plan on a lot [...]
