Absolutely stunning, the Temple of Heaven is one of the major sites in Beijing and is not to be missed.
Actually just renovated in preparation for the 2008 Olympics, it is a symbol of Ming architecture and Chinese beliefs melded into this one beautiful compound.
When you first enter, the temple …

If you like to explore out of the way places and learn about local culture when you travel, I recommend a trip to Kahanu Gardens, in Hana, the next time you’re in Maui. The Gardens are one of the Island’s most unique and secluded attractions, and though not far …

Kennett Square, Pennsylvania is perhaps one of the only places in the United States of America that is famous for mushroom production. Since its earliest days, Kennett Square Pennsylvania, located just outside of Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania has been famous for its mushroom farms. Becuas of the vast …

If you plan to visit Kobe to see Japanese temples and shrines then this is not the place for you. Yes, there are some shrines around Kobe but they are not categorized as important tourist destination. Kobe is a rather large city in Central Japan, about 50 minutes by train …

It’s amazing that visitors to the fine city of Chicago do not see Navy Pier for what it is: the ultimate tourist trap. This park is full of lousy food-court style food, shops selling trashy souvenirs, and all the other trappings of a second-rate small town …

(Note: Many of the names; locations within the review are in Spanish, therefore, the spellings are correct.)
The Ebro Crescent is not a region. Technically, it is a series of places and remote locations linked by the basin of the Ebro River. The Ebro River is considered …

The last time I spent a vacation in Kissimmee, we were looking for some off the beaten path or different things to do that were not the usual Orlando and Kissimmee tourist stuff.
Our hotel concierge suggested that we spend a day visiting the town of Celebration. I had …

Island Garden city of Samal in Davao city is formerly a vast of land intended for rugged excursion, cave hunting and beach hopping, but since 1990, the island of about the size of Singapore is turned into a beautiful independent town. At the turn of the 21st century however, …

Comino personally to me is like a desert island. And a beautiful one at that. I have the luxurious time ever visiting this place which is located in Malta, together with my boyfriend. We were very happy to get away from our busy schedules and just …

Kenwood House is a gorgeous neoclassical mansion located at Hampstead Heath in North London. It was built in two main stages. The central core of the house was built in the early 18th century. Then in 1754 it was acquired by Lord Mansfield, the Lord Chief Justice and one …

This restaurant is a must try if you are anywhere near the Ka’anapali Coast and hungry, especially for breakfast. It is a cute little place tucked inside the Napili Shores Hotel by the pool. It is hidden from the road. In fact, you have to park …

The Magic House is St. Louis, Missouri is a very over the top fun and nice place to visit. I went with my aunt’s family and my youngest brother and we all went to bring the kids for a fun place while we visited Missouri. The best …

If you plan on visiting the waterfront in Norfolk, Virginia, make sure you consider taking their Spirit of Norfolk Cruise. You get to sail on a gorgeous yacht and take a 2 to 3 hour cruise down the Elizabeth River and back. The view is just beautiful.
They have …

About four or five years ago, a very good friend of mine suffered a very deep tragedy. Her father had passed away suddenly and under strange circumstances and his death affected her to the core, leaving her entire family empty and in pain. But after a few months, she asked …

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is an interesting park that I have been to with my family. We made our way there from Hilo International Airport, which was more closer in distance to the park.
There was a hotel that was built right near the rim of the volcano crater …

Lake White is nestled into the rolling hills and forest of southern Ohio. We went there for a my mom’s family reunion one year when I was about seven or eight. This was the first family reunion we had ever had. My mom was from a large family with …

Over two million people visit the breath takingly beautiful Hocking Hills region each year. The Hocking Hills are located about 50 miles south east of Columbus Ohio.
The recreational possibilities are endless! You could go canoeing on the Hocking River, enjoy a fun game of Putt Putt golf at …

Roman Paris
(Note: Some of the following words are in French. All words are spelled correctly.)
During a recent visit to Paris, I realized there is a great deal of the city I had yet to explore. Prior to my visit my understanding of French History …

Changi beach is one of the beautiful beaches in Singapore east coast. Not very far from airport and not really crowded comapred to east coast. Blue green waters, beautiful palm tress, calm sea, fishing spot, airplanes and many other atrractions together makes it a beautiful spot. An evening …

I bought this backpack on October 21, 2007, primarily because it offered a three-year warranty, which I found unique for backpacks. As the sales lady explained to me, I could return it to Samsonite for repairs within the specified period.
I thought, the maker of backpack is Samsonite, which …

I purchased a RakGear backpack because I had heard about people geting severe back problems from using regular backpacks and this backpack had a special design that was endorsed by an international back health organization.
The backpack has a thin regular pocket that is closest to the back, and the …

I have been in several caves, but the Talking Rocks Cavern is probably my foavorite. Talking Rocks is not the biggest cave I have been in , but by far the most beautiful. When we went with our tour group into the main chamber, which is quite big, I …

We had our family reunion in Springfield, Missouri at Sequiota Park. They couldn’t have picked a better location. It was late spring and the weather was perfect, not to hot yet. This park is beautiful, a great choice for the kids. We barely got to greet some of our …

Again, another great review for my experience in Orlando, Florida and this is one of the best places that I have visited located near to the SeaWorld and it is none other than Discovery Cove. Now, this place is a real gem; full of enticing tropical paradise that …

If you have never been to Copper Falls State Park, you should it is beautiful. Copper Falls State Park is just a “bit” north of the small northern Wisconsin Town of Mellen. It takes you less than 2 minutes to get through the town of Mellen. …

From Tau Pan, I spent half a day in Deception Valley. Deception Valley was on our list as this Pan was made famous by the American couple (the Owens’ Cry of the Kalahari) who studied the elusive brown hyena for at least 7 years.
To get to this …

I was house or apartment hunting in Brussels last week. My husband and I agreed that apart from visiting possible accommodation, we should also see some historical places in Brussels. One of these is the Grand-Place.
To get to this place (and if going by car), you have …

Singapore is an island located near to Malaysia. I am born in Singapore and currently staying here. I would recommend everyone to come here since there are many places of interests to be visited.
First of all, there is Sentosa. This is a small island and within …

Joe Gibbs Racing was one of the places my best friend and I decided to visit when we took a road trip to Charlotte, North Carolina. I was a fan of Kyle Busch when he drove for another team and was eager to see his cars since changing to …

Pinnacle Mountain State Park is located just west of Little Rock, Arkansas. Aside fromthe spectacular scenery, Pinnacle Mountain has several hiking trails for people of any level of fitness.
I am not very fit, so we took one of several trails up the mountain right to the top, followed by …

We were just in time for the last demonstration of chocolate making at the Cadbury Visitor’s Centre. After paying the entrance fee of A$7.50 each, we waited inside a room for the showing. Other tourists were already seated when …

My husband and I planned on going to the ever so famous and talked about Venice beach during our trip to Los Angeles. Even on the plane the person sitting next to us told us that Venice beach is a MUST SEE!
So on our 4th day in L.A we …

I have once vistited a historical Temple monument known as Gangai Konda Cholapuram built by the King Raja Raja Chola the great who ruled most of the South India many hundred years ago.I was amused by the huge size of the temple and wondered how …

I love going to White Rock’s famous beaches here in British Columbia province of Canada. First, the beaches are very accessible. From the Sky Train station in Surrey, another city in British Columbia, I just have to take bus number 321, which goes to White Rock Center. …

There are many good walking routes while visiting Paris; and I encourage you to visit often: exploring many different areas—”that is, if you can so manage. The area of subject, within this review is: Montparnasse.
My first impression of Montparnasse is that it is a …

It was my first time in Chicago and a friend of mine had suggested looking for Hi-Hostel in Chicago, which was not hard to get from the airport. The very first thing which I liked about the hostel was its location as it is within easy reach of some …

Donsol is a small provincial place in Bicol Region, it is becoming more and more known because of great tourism marketing both from local and national government. During summer months, Butanding, or Whale sharks go to the ocean near the place to feed. It’s during these season, that they …

Muggensturm is a small city 15 minutes with the train outside of Karlsruhe, Germany. It has a population of a little more than 6,000 people and I think for a young person, like me, there is almost nothing to do there. Muggensturm has a swimming pool, on the corner …

I am a big fan of spring water. I have read so many terrifying things about the quality of water in my area that I am almost afraid to even drink my tap water anymore. Still when buying spring water how does one know if their water is fresh. …

Having been born and raised in Rhode Island 48 years ago, you’d think I’d have experienced every tourist site and natural wonder there is in that small state, but no, I had not. Last year, when I went home for a visit, I went with my brother and his …

One of the times that we visited the Outer Banks, we decided to go stay on Ocracoke Island. Ocracoke has a lighthouse which is alright with me! No, seriously, I love lighthouses and visit them and photograph them as often as I can.
Ocracoke is an attraction in …

I have been reliant on this public transport route to get me to work each day since I moved house. I moved out to the Ayrshire countryside in October of last year, and have been working in Glasgow all this time. It might be because I have loved moving …

When my sister used to live in St. Petersburg, I would often go spend time with her and she and I would go up and down the West Coast of Florida checking out beaches, State Parks, islands, tourist attractions and shopping areas.
One of the places I visited while she …

Carmel, CA how many people have heard of this place. Well I know I hadn’t in till I went up to visit family. Ironically I had no idea that I had family up there. But it was a good fun visit, and I think it’s somewhere that I wouldn’t …

On my recent five week vacation to the UK, I spent a day at Stirling Castle in Scotland. It was an amazing experience and one day didn’t seem like enough! The castle is awe-inspiringly beautiful and carefully restored and kept. I was very impressed that the few …

Directly in front of Ocean City, Maryland, lays Fenwick Island. This adorable little beach town is famous for containing all of the attractions of Ocean City, without all of the crowds. I love it there! There are plenty of miniature golf courses, rides, wonderful eateries, diners, …

My husband and I, along with three friends booked a boat tour to Whitehaven Beach while staying on Hamilton Island. This beach is the whitest beach you’ll ever see, with water so clear that you can see your feet when you’re in up to your neck. The …

This park is one of the best campground resorts in the state. I have been going here for about five years, and the place never gets old. My family and I have stayed in both a pop-up camper on one of the pull-in sites, and in a small rental …

My friends and I took a trip down to Atlanta, Georgia last summer, and while there, I experienced something quite different from that of my everyday life.
One thing that really got my attention was how friendly the people were. I live in the state of Maryland. Though it …

The Clifton Suspension Bridge in (unsurprisingly) the Clifton region of Bristol is an enormous tourist attraction, and although it remains an important road link to the communities and countryside to the west of the city, it is perhaps now visited by more tourists than locals every year. As such, …