Travel Reviews
Touring Wat Phra Kaeo in Ratanakosin Bangkok
Ratanakosin is a city of many canals and thus is considered a river city.
There is a Grand Palace on the site referred to as the Royal Temple. The temple, in front has a cremation area referred to as Sanam Luang.
Wang Na is also known as the National Museum. …
Clark’s Trading Post, Lincoln, NH
One of the oldest tourist attractions in the White Mountains area of New Hampshire is Clark’s Trading Post in Lincoln. I’ve been going there for about 30 years now ever since my kids were little. The kids always looked forward to it and would excitedly talk about …
Pretoria Zoological Gardens
When my cousin suggested I take my girlfriend to the zoo to celebrate her birthday in a nice, quiet and intimate way, I though it was a stupid idea at first but at this point in time, after the visit to the zoo, I can gladly say I am …
Old Town Shopping, Dining and Entertainment Attraction
While so many people travel to Orlando each year to go to the theme parks, many are not aware of a little place in neighboring Kissimmee called Old Town that is a nice reprieve from the theme park madness, price and crowds.
Old Town is just that…it’s a little town …
PEDRAZA SPAIN TRAVEL
Pedraza is one of my favorite villages in Spain. Not only is it an incredibly authentic (not touristy) medieval village complete with a huge stone gateway that once held the prison, it also offers excellent shopping, dining, and lodging. Pedraza is perhaps two hours by car from Madrid, but …
Christman’s Property
Last weekend we went camping on the Christmans property it is located off Jr. Copeland Road in Jamestown, TN. The Christmans property is a little over a hundred acres and is close to the big south fork possibly even adjoining it. Which is why we stayed on designated trails …
Anna Maria Island Florida
Ever since I was a little kid I’ve been going to Anna Maria Island on the West Coast of Florida. It’s a small tropical-like island located just South of Tampa.
It’s such a peaceful place to go. It’s a really small siland, just a few miles in length, …
Manila Taxi
I thought it only happened in Manila, where cab drivers took advantage of desperate passengers; apparently it’s also true to most parts of the Philippines. In 2005, I went to Davao to visit my sister who was going to give birth to her second child. I went inside a …
Hoover Dam Tour
On our trip to Las Vegas, my wife and I decided to take a bus tour out to the Hoover Dam. It was not as impressive as everyone makes it out to be. The cost for the trip was quite expensive and to actually take a tour …
Sydney The Rocks Ghost Tour
The Rocks is one of the most historic parts of Sydney that has still maintained most of it’s heritage with a lot interesting architecture and plenty of creepy atmosphere at night. This is the place of convicts, often brutal living conditions and shocking crimes.
I didn’t particularly believe in …
UBC Botanical Garden and Centre for Plant Research
Located on the scenic grounds of the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, the UBC Botanical Garden and Centre for Plant Research is not one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city, but perhaps it should be. Not only is it beautiful, it also has an educational …
Taj Mahal India
I was in New Dehli, India, a few years ago on a business trip. That’s the capital of the country and located in the northern part. While talking with my business associates about places I should see in the City of New Dehli and the region, a recommendation …
Disneyland, Anaheim, California
I was 5 years old when I first visited the Disneyland theme park in Anaheim, California. I’m now 22 years old and still very much enjoy visiting the park when I’m in Anaheim. Most of the times I have visited Disneyland have been during the summer months, …
Buffalo Bill’s Museum and Grave
Buffalo Bill’s Museum and Grave was one of the coolest places I’ve been. I was driving along a road when I went to visit Denver and I saw a sign for Buffalo Bill’s Museum and I thought “who would ever go to that, it’s such a tourist trap.” …
Fort Pulaski National Monument in Savannah, Georgia
After living in Savannah for at least three years, I finally made the trip out to Fort Pulaski National Monument on the way to Tybee Island beach. I am so happy I stopped because it is one of my favorite places to visit if even just to walk my …
Oscar Sherer Campground
Quietly tucked back off the Tamiami Trail in a place you you would never suspect surrounded by the normal businesses of a busy city street lays a hidden treasure. The Oscar Sherer park is a natural oasis where the modern world melts away . This park/campground offers something …
Ripley’s Aquarium
Ripley’s Aquarium is one of Myrtle Beach’s funnest attractions . I love it and go every time I get to the beach . It is really amazing .
The best part for me is getting to pet the sting rays . I enjoy sitting by the pool and admiring the …
Florida Dolphin Watch Tours, Fort Pierce, Florida
I am a huge dolphin lover. I have tons of books, jewelry, etc; of dolphin shaped objects and I take any chance I can get to see dolphins. Whether in the wild or at Seaworld. Mostly, I like to see them in the wild, in their natural homes, roaming …
Eiffel Tower
Eiffel Tower is in France, definitely. There were a couple of times that I have been to this amazing tower and the views were so amazingly cool. If you ask me, I am especially attracted to the night-time display and the general appearance of the whole tower.
As …
Copper Falls State Park
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. …
Kalahari Resort,Wisconsin Dells
Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells (located on Kalahari Dr., just north of Interstate 90/94, exit 92) is America’s largest indoors waterpark, which means you can go there all year long and not worry about the weather. There is also a large outdoor waterpark, so if you come in summer …
Bend, Oregon
The main city and economic hub of central Oregon is the city of Bend. It is one of the most popular cities in the eastern half of the state and a great place to settle. It is located on the Deschutes River where pioneers crossed on their way to …
The Taj Mahal Agra
Fancy visiting one of the seven wonders of the world? Do it in The Taj Mahal, I assure you that you will have the most beautiful experience that one could get in life. Everything in The Taj Mahal were made of marbles and even on the banks …
Chadds Ford PA
Nature and plant lovers everywhere flock to Chadds Ford, PA. Chadds Ford has become virtually famous for not only hosting a home to the ever-popular Brandywine River Museum, but also to Longwood Gardens. It is perhaps these two main tourist attraction, coupled with some restaurants that are …
Heritage Park Historical Village
Calgary’s 127 acre Heritage Park has something for everyone, and you will be sure to find something to see or do here. It is located on the Glenmore Reservoir, which has many activities taking place on and around it all year round, such as sailing, kayaking and fishing, and …
Alapuzzha
Alappuzha is a place in Kerala, a state in South India. Alappuzha is a popular tourist destination. Many people from various parts of India and foreigners visit this place.
Alappuzha has a large network of canals passing through the town. Alappuzha is a major centre for backwater cruises and it …
Guinness Storehouse Tour, Dublin, Ireland
Guinness Storehouse Tour
Everyone said we had to see tour the Guinness Storehouse and after checking into our hostel in Temple Bar (the tourist and nightlife hot spot) we decided to walk to St. James Gate. It was our first day in Dublin, it was raining (of course) and …
Woodall Service Area
When travelling on the M one motorway up to Sheffield I often stop off at Woodall Services which is located between junction thirty and thirty one. The services are on the north and south sides of the motor connected via a pedestrian bridge. I normally use the …
Branson’s Shenanigan RV Park
This beautiful RV Park located in Branson, MO is close enough to walk to many of the attractions, outlet malls & shows in town but just far enough out to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere all RV’er love. Shenanigan RV Park has unbelievably beautiful shade trees, a friendly …
Sharjah
Sharjah is a beautiful city in the UAE. Compared to the other big cities, Sharjah is less crowded and quiet. One problem in Sharjah is the lack of public transport which makes you to depend on taxis.
Sharjah fort museum is an interesting tourist destination. This museum gives you …
Kgori Safaris Tour Operator
When I first when to the Okavango Delta and Chobe in Botswana, I used a tour operator called Kgori Safaris. This travel agency is based in Maun. Since we would be doing a safari for 7 people, I looked in the internet first to see what the possibilities …
Aguila Beach Resort
Last year, I went to Aguila Beach Resort with my high school friends. We went there just out of luck since we really planned on going to one of the diving spots in Anilao, Mabini, Batangas. Since we were so unfortunate not to find last-minute reservations, we ended up …
Nepal
The Capital City of Nepal is Kathmandu and Nepal is actually in Asia. I have definitely been to Nepal before, and though it is in Asia, I felt that the experiences there were very different with what I could have obtained back home. The sceneries were a …
Callaway Gardens Pine Mountain Georgia
On a recent visit to Pine Mountain in Georgia, after seeing a few places on our list we still had three hours left before winding up. We decided to spend the rest of the time at Callaway gardens. We paid about $14 per person for entry. The information center …
The White Sand Beach at Puerto Galera, Philippines
It was Holy Week, April of 2008 when my generous Boss brought all of us, (the whole staff with respective families) to the White Beach, Puerto Galera Oriental Mindoro. This beach is perhaps the most visited and popular of Puerto Galera’s beaches. I said so because I already heard …
Desert Botanical Gardens Phoenix
Desert Botanical Gardens is an interesting place to visit in Phoenix, Arizona. Located at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, just one mile north of the Phoenix Zoo, it is easy enough to find. The winter of 2007/2008 was very wet. Many people told me it was time …
Mound City
Mound City is located near Chillicothe, Ohio. It was originally a small village with buildings made into the mounds for a trading post, ceremonial centers, social gatherings and a place of worship for a group of Hopewell Indians. The Hopewell Indians are known for building mounds in many different …
Dewey Beach Delaware
If you are a college student or high school student, and you are planning to vacation at the Delaware Beaches this year, more likely than not, your biggest goal will be to locate a hotel or motel in Dewey Beach. Dewey has become notorious for hosting a great …
Nandi Hills
nandi hills is a tourist spot about 60kms from my bangalore city in india. it is a best tourist place for spending weekend. i had been there with my family in our own car. but there are govt. owned buses and private taxies to reach there from bangalore. the …
Reflections at Bukit Chandu
World War II has been an uneraseble part of Singapore’s History. It forms the foundation of the need for a technologically advanced ARMY force as a deterrance to any hostility.
As an attempt to educate the post-war generations and to honour the war veterans, an interative centre was developed on …
Cordell Hull Birthplace Museum State Park
It was cool and drizzly when we pulled up into the parking lot to checkout the Cordell Hull Birth Place historical site. As I thought though the clouds parted and the rain stopped momentarily at least as we departed our car. The hours of operation for the museum are …
Coasteering in Wales
We traveled through the UK and tried many adventures while doing so. One of our adventures we had, was a coasteering session in Wales. This was a new kind of sport for us and we booked a session with Coasteering Wales in Holyhead where our guide Andy introduced us to …
Devil’s Coulee Dinosaur Heritage Museum
I finally went to a place I had wanted to go for some time, Devil’s Coulee, in Warner, in southern Alberta near the US border. I had read about the area for some time, and its main claim to fame was that it had some fossil beds where many …
Birthright trip to Israel from Shorashim
I have just returned from a Birthright trip to Israel organized by Shorashim - a Jewish organization that specializes in providing opportunities for American Jewish youth to visit Israel.
I must say, I had certain reservations about going on a birthright trip (mainly due to the fact that it’s …
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is one of the most amazing places that I have ever been, and I honestly don’t even really know how to explain what I was witness to when I was there. I think if you go there you will never bear witness to almost …
Yuma, Arizona - Old Town
In the old west with endless highways and desert is Yuma, Az. The city is large and overwhelming to many who pass through, but if you want to find one destination in the city go for Old Town Yuma right in the center of the city.
In Old Town you …
Lowry Park Zoo, Tampa, FL
We had occasion to visit the Lowry Zoo in Tampa, FL this past Spring. I knew they had a zoo, but I had no idea that it was as large as it is or that it had as much to do there! I really want to go …
Key Largo, FL
The first time I ever visited Key Largo for a weekend, we stayed at a place called “Island Bay Resort”. It sounds large, but in fact, it is only 10 rooms and very private and quiet. The cottage we picked was a one bedroom cottage with an efficiency …
The Adirondack Mountains in New York State, United States
The Adirondack Mountains or the Dax, as they are fondly called by New Yorkers, are a great winter or summer destination. It’s so scenic, and I had been there twice.
Would you believe, two winter Olympics have been held here due to the excellent mountain terrain and lots of …
Port Royal travel
Once in the early 18th Century seen as one of the wickedest Cities on the earth due to the wealth, piracy and other frivolous and illegal activities. This destination is one of the best spots for sea food in the Caribbean. Mostly destroyed by a earth quake at the …
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