Travel Reviews
Johannesburg Zoo
The first time I went to this zoo was way back when I was really small and I can still remember, vaguely, what was going on and what was contained there.
I remember feeling a bit disappointed, as young as I was, at things like water holes being empty and …
Wax Museum,Victoria,BC
I would like to do a review on our Wax Museum which is located on Victoria’s Inner Harbour. The same harbour that is known for welcoming tourists royally. Victoria is known for its tourist attractions and people come from all over to visit them.
I particularly want to mention …
Sky Deck Chicago IL
The Sears Tower “Sky Deck” In Chicago is a waste of money. It’s no where near worth what it costs, unless you have your military ID then you get in for free. You have to watch a movie before you go up, it’s really educational and great for kids, …
Shravanabelagola
Shravanabelagola is a place in Karnataka, India. This is a beautiful place and thronged by visitors. Majority of the visitors are from various parts of India. The most interesting thing in Shravanabelagola is a tall statue, the height of which is more than 150 metres. This statue is sacred …
Istanbul
In Istanbul, we stayed in the hotel called Ceylan Intercontinental. This hotel is in Taksim and I felt that it is a better option than Hilton. The rest of my relatives wanted to stay in Hilton but in the end we felt that Intercontinental was the best …
Colonial Spanish Quarter Village, St. Augustine, Florida
Along the busy and beautiful pedestrian route of St. George Street in St. Augustine, Florida, there’s one nice attraction that showcases the city’s ancient history. Colonial Spanish Quarter Village allows visitors to see what life was like in St. Augustine in 1740 through the use of reconstructed 18th century …
Yahoo Farechase Tool
I know that a lot of people are unaware of how to book flights and hotels and other things that travelers do and if this is you then you probably are looking to save a lot of money since you are normally forced to shop in places where you …
Horse World Riding Stables, Kissimmee, FL
Having grown up in the Country, I’ve always been interested in Horses and Horseback riding. I haven’t had a ton of experience with it, but I do like to go now and then and I just do the easier trails that are offered.
Once when we were over in Kissimmee …
Brisbane Australia Travel
Brisbane is the capital state of Queensland, and is one of the most beautiful places to visit for any travellers wishing to see something wonderful from Australia. If you would like to see beautiful scenery, Brisbane is a wonderful place to visit.
Located in the centre of Brisbane is the …
Expedia.com
Expedia.com is a site for ordering travels: Hotels, flights, cars etc. I have a lot of experience of buying through Expedia.com.
This is a cheaper and easier way to book your trip. You just visit their site and choose whatever you need: a car, a flight and a hotel room. …
South Africa World of Birds
The last time I was in South Africa, I stayed at Hout Bay. I thought there would not be many things to do and see here. Anyway, the main purpose of staying in Hout Bay was to avoid the big traffic that was in Cape Town. I …
The Sidney James Mountain Lodge
When you travel you know that staying in a great place can make the difference. That is when you should know that you should find the best place available for your money. I know for me one of the best places that I ever stayed in is located in …
Roger Williams Park Zoo, Providence,RI
Having grown up in Rhode Island, I have to do a review on one of our biggest little state in the union’s greatest treasures: Roger Williams Park Zoo.
I can remember going here for field trips all through elementary school as a child and we looked forward to it all …
Elvis Presley’s Graceland
I believe Graceland is said to be the #1 most visited place. It had been the White House, but since it’s closure to the public, Graceland is now holding that title.
It is a beautiful place, the landscaping is fabulous and the tour is good too. From across …
Fisherman’s State Park and Campground
One of the nicest places that I have ever gone camping was at Fisherman’s State Park and Campground in Narragansett, Rhode Island. I took up Camping a couple years ago rather seriously after having a great time camping with friends. Now I go as often as I …
Gonzalez-Alvarez House, St. Augustine, Florida
Visiting historic houses in St. Augustine is always my favorite activity when I journey to my “second home.” I love photographing and the area, especially since many St. Augustine structures were built in the 1700s and 1800s, most in a unique Spanish style; some of my best and most …
Marbuena Island
Around last year, my cousins came home after a long time not seeing each other so they decided to treat everybody to a two-day beach outing in Marbuena Island Resort.
Marbuena Island Resort is a private island owned by a doctor and a great place for a weekend get-away …
Bo Kaap, Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa is an amalgam of a wide variety of neighborhoods each with a distinct character and style. Perhaps the most photographed and recognized of these is the area known as Bo-Kaap, a place where the personality of its inhabitants is literally displayed upon the walls of …
Lotus Temple
The Lotus temple,located in New Delhi,India gets its name by the shape it is built.The lotus temple resembles the shape of a Lotus flower.The Lotus temple looks pure white in colour surrounded by water ponds similar to lotus flower.
I visited Lotus temple as a one day trip from …
Chisinau Moldova
One of my favorite places overseas was Chisinau, Moldova. I got to visit there once several years ago when I was a member of the national guard in North Carolina. We went to build a hospital clinic and orphanage as part of a good will project for our government. …
Super Flea and Farmer’s Market, Melbourne, FL
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, in Brevard County off the Eau Galee exit of I-95, they have a Flea and Farmer’s Market. It’s open all year from 9-4.
We try to get there at least 3-4 times throughout the year to check it out and see what is new. …
Coki Beach
Coki Beach in St. Thomas is very popular both with locals and with tourists. It’s especially well-known as a prime spot for snorkeling. I went there a few times over the years when I was living in St. Thomas, and although the beach itself is beautiful, it …
The Alamo
In San Antonio Texas located at 300 Alamo Plaza stands one of Texas’ greatest icons, the Alamo. This fortress is a memory ingrained into every Texas school child’s mind. However, when you go to visit this monument be prepared for the tourist traps.
We had a difficult time finding parking. …
Little River Zoo, Norman, OK
While visiting my nephew in Oklahoma recently, we took a day trip to the Little River Zoo in Norman, OK. This is a small non profit animal sanctuary and zoo that houses around 400 animals on it’s 50 acres of lakeside property.
This Zoo is pretty unique compared to …
Arab Street Singapore
Arab Street is located in a tiny street of Singapore and is actually near to the Bugis MRT. MRT stands for Mass Rapid Transit and is actually a means of transportation which is the subway. The place is very nice and full of things Arab. It …
Mass Transit Railway (MTR) in Hong Kong
I am currently on business in Hong Kong and am travelling this time with my partner and five month old child. The Mass Transit Railway (MTR, www.mtr.com.hk) is the main public transport service in Hong Kong and consists of a number of subway lines, almost exclusively running below ground.
I …
Anda White Beach Resort
Just recently hubby and I went to Bohol. We stayed at Anda White Beach Resort. It was truly an adventure because we have no idea where Anda was. I thought it was just a few minutes ride from Tagbilaran City but no, it was more of a 2 1/2 …
Statue of Liberty NYC
I’m sure everyone has heard of the Statue of Liberty or even had a chance to visit this themselves. This is in the City of New York on Liberty Island and is a gift from the French. Anyway I don’t know too much about the history of this myself …
Kauai Helicopter Tours
Air Kauai Helicopter Tours is truly and definitely amazing. All of the staff were truly proffesional and they were extremely courteous. I felt that the tour company had provided spectacular views. Now, in case you are wondering, this helicopter tour company is located in Hawaii, and …
Agra India Trip,Deedar-e-Taj Hotel
The Deedar-e-Taj hotel, about 2-3km from the famed Taj Mahal, one of the ancient wonders of the world is a 3-star hotel offers very reasonable, almost 2-star rates and is suitable for the budget traveller who wants comfort and might be travelling with a family. Clean, pleasant, medium-sized fully …
Qutb Minar
In the southern part of New Delhi, India, not far from the Indira Gandhi international airport, there is a place of interest, Qutb Minar. As public transportation is not recommended for foreigners, we hired a car (with the driver) to visit this place. I thought that Qutb Minar was …
San Diego Zoo
The San Diego Zoo in California is a great place for families, singles, couples or just about anyone who loves animals! The lay-out is a little difficult to navigate, but it can be a fun place to spend the day.
First, if you’re going there on the weekend, get there as …
Wilmington, Delaware
Wimington, Delaware is a fascinating area to explore. There is not only a ton of shopping opportunities that are tax free, but a ton of beautiful outdoor attractions to stop and view. One outdoor event for nature lovers in Wilmington is great opportunity to take advantage to …
Dale Hollow Lake
In 1995 my husband took me to Dale Hollow Lake. We rented a small boat and went out on the lake for a day of relaxation. We had our two small children with us and I was pregnant for our third child at the time. It was a beautiful …
Whisky River
Whisky River is the name of a bar and nightclub in Charlotte, North Carolina owned by NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Junior. There are plans to turn the bar into a chain so everything there is given the Charlotte name to differentiate it between future clubs. We went when we …
San Antonio River Walk
The first time I went into San Antonio I was stunned by the vastness and beauty of The River Walk. For those of you that have never been to San Antonio The River Walk is a city park that is just amazing and enchanting to the unsuspecting visitor. It …
Key West
I would highly recommend visiting Key West, Florida to anyone. The furthest south of the Florida Keys, Key West is so far removed from the rest of the United States, that I consider it to be something like a foreign country. I have visited the island 3 times, …
Dubai Shopping Festival
Dubai Shopping festival -DSF , an international tourism destination that attracts millions of visitors every year across the world is going to complete its 10 years of long journey and entering into its 11th year on January 4th of 2006. The entire world awaits this …
Kyoto, Japan
Four days was not nearly enough for me to experience all that Japan’s old capital, Kyoto, has to offer. However, I certainly gave it a try.
Located in the central island of Honshu in Japan, Kyoto is a city that effortlessly manages to merge the old with the new. While …
Buck Knife Factory Tour
The Post Falls, Idaho Buck Knife Factory offers tours Monday through Thursday at 10am, 12pm and 2pm. You can get on the list for the free tour of 12 persons or less by calling 1-800-326-BUCK.
This is a great tour for anyone interested in knives. It starts with everyone getting …
Ocean City, NJ Parasail
On a recent trip to Ocean City New Jersey, we decided to search for something fun and different. We had seen the smiley-faced parachutes being towed by boats for a few days. We decided to check it out.
On checking it out, I read that Ocean City Parasail …
Fraumunster in Zurich
There is one site that I found extremely worthwhile and interesting when visiting Zurich Switzerland. However, before I begin my review let me just say I believe Zurich Switzerland is the place to stay if you have some “bucks to burn.” Zurich can still be a positive …
Sanssouci Palace Potsdam Germany
I was shocked a little, when I heard that no one of my colleagues in the company did not visit Sanssouci complex. I have been in Sanssouci three times and I do not understand how my friends miss such a wonderful place.
Sanssouci Palace was Frederick the Great’s summer residence. …
Mass Transit System in Toronto, Canada
I would recommend the Canadian city of Toronto’s transit system to all my friends as it is practical, safe and efficient. It is run by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), which is subsidized by the provincial government of Ontario.
When I lived in metro Toronto from 1996 to 2006, …
Transport to and from Madame Tussauds Hong Kong
Madame Tussauds (MT) museum in Hong Kong is located on top of a hill in Hong Kong Island. Subways are only along the northern beach, so there are only public bus, peak tram and taxi to choose to reach MT.
If your hotel is in Kow Loon area, it …
Strasbourg France
City of Strasbourg in France is very close to the German border and when I was there my friends students did their shopping in Germany. It was way cheaper there and also, to my greatest surprise, the Germans organized wonderful flower shows.This part of France, where Strasbourg is located, …
Santa Lourdes
A visit to Saipan will not be complete if you do not visit the Shrine of Santa Lourdes. I came from a devout Catholic family, so I jump at every chance to see statues of the saints, the Virgin Mary and other religious artifacts when in other countries. It …
Byron Bay
Byron Bay still has a reputation as being a haven of alternative lifestyles despite the fact that it has become shamelessly commercial and incredibly expensive tourist trap. I could almost see the seventies hippie era standing in the main street, but a certain fast food restaurant chain was blocking …
City of Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Kaohsiung is located in the southern part of Taiwan and, therefore, has warmer climate than Taipei the capital city. It has two lines of subway system. They are red line tracing from south to north connecting the airport and high speed rail (HSR) station, and orange line tracing from west …
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is one of my favorite must-stops whenever I travel to Jacksonville to spend time with family. I like the zoo so much because it’s colossal and it incorporates a diverse group of animals from all over the world. It’s also half zoo and half …
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