If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the overpopulated cities in the Philippines, Batanes is the perfect place. Its distance from Luzon is an indication of what to expect. Being in Batanes is like being in another country in …

Tunisia has had some extremely bad reviews as a holiday destination but I would just like to give some ideas and suggest that if you are wanting a different holiday experience then Tunisia is well worth a visit, though some say it’s similar to marmite ‘you either love it …

I did not want to go to Robben Island at all because I was scared of taking ferries. But this was the economical and normal way to see the Island. I eventually agreed to go when my husband bulldozed me into coming as he said that if something went …

have ever watched any TV within the last few years then I am sure that you should been shown many commercials which try to draw you as a tourist to the area of Orlando, FL for what they call a dream vacation. They tell you that you could go …

Stopping at the Pony Express Museum in St. Joseph, Missouri was well worth the low admission cost. I did not realize this was where the Pony Express started before this visit. The Pony Express Museum is in the actual spot as the original stable, where the first rider took …

If you’re all for fun in the sand or a romantic getaway but with a budget, you can always go to Blue Coral in Laiya, Batangas to relieve the daily stress life gives you and relax on this beautiful private beach strip. It has white sand and clear blue-green …

Viewing the Bazaruto archipelago from the air was a wonderful sight to see. They were like emerald jewels —“ lots of blues and greens in different shades. I took a chartered flight from Vilanculos to get to this island although there are also boat transfers from the mainland. I …

i recently went to paris and thought it was absolutly fabulous. i went there with my boyfriend and stayed in a cheap hotel on the outskirts of the famous city. we visited the eifel tower on the first day that we were there. it was dark out as it …

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 …

I was visiting Kentucky, and one of the attractions we planned to see was Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill which is near Harrodsburg. I had been to an Amish village in Indiana some time ago, so I was looking forward to seeing how similar this restored Shaker community was. …

In my never ending quest to visit any and every lighthouse I can, I’ve had the pleasure of seeing many of Florida’s beautiful lighthouses. One of these that was really interesting was the Pensacola Lighthouse in Pensacola, FL.
Many times when I visit a Lighthouse, I will read …

I had never even heard of Old Town on 192 until I actually drove past it, heading towards I-4. Whenever my family and I would travel to Disney World, we would get off of 192 at 535, so we would never see …

I was on vacation in Colorado and, as suggested by my friends, I decided to go on the Coors Brewery Tour in Golden, CO. Everyone who went, even those who don’t like beer, said that it was an awesome place to see and one of those “must do” …

Barcelona is a beautiful city. It is alive and buzzing and has art and entertainment that caters for all tastes.
When I visited Barcelona a couple of years ago I was fascinated by the architecture. Barcelona is famous for a number of things, not least the fact that it is …

There are four main islands in Indonesia. They are Java, Sumatra, Kalimanthan and Sulavasi. Both Jakarta and Bali comes in Java Island. Bali is a small island situated around 1000 K.M - east of Jakarta.
There are 4 languages in Bali. Sanskrit, English, Bhasa Indonesia and Bhasa Bali. Most of …

Located at the Dhauladhar foothills, this town is known for its tea gardens and moderate climate. Very well connected with road from delhi, chandigarh and Simla. It also have a narrow gauge track running from Pathankot, which takes around 8 hrs. Train journey is recommended for those looking for …

While we were on our way to Messina, Sicily as part of our cruise, we read up on what we should see and do in this city, and there was an option to take a train to Taormina, which apparently had a charming old city, a view of the …

I always buy my airline tickets from Expedia.com, for both domestic and international traveling. Expedia’s system does all the shopping around for me and gives be the best results. I put it my destination, dates, and other preferences, and Expedia will check all available flights from all airlines for …

When night falls, unbeknown to us humans, nocturnal creatures are up and about. This is the idea behind Singapore Night Safari. As part of our Singapore trip, my friends and I went to this unique destination. We rode the bus to the Singapore Zoo. The night safari is in …

This was the most exciting and most enjoyable boatride I had in my travels abroad. It was in Vietnam, travelling from Vung Tau to Ho Chi Minh City.
I visited Vung Tau, a popular beach resort town, southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. The trip from HCMC to …

While visiting some old friends of ours who moved to Mississippi, we had the opportunity to go to the Jackson Zoo in Jackson, Mississippi. I have been to a lot of zoos over the years because of my avid love of animals. Sorry to say it, but this …

I used to take trips back and forth between Rhode Island and Florida several times a year before the price of gas went nuts. I was born and raised in Rhode Island and my Dad and Brother still live there. I now live in Florida with my family. …

I try to avoid traveling along this road when possible. It’s located somewhat outside the town of Starkville. You can take this route when traveling from Starkville, MS to Columbus but I wouldn’t recommend it. It’s located just off of the west ended of Highway 82 …

One of the most amazing places I have ever visited would be Freeport in the Bahamas. Not only is Freeport’s beaches filled with white sands, and crystal blue ocean waters, but it offers a wide variety of water sports such as kayakying, sailing, boat rentals, and snorkeling opportunities. …

One of the best attractions I have visited on quaint St. Simons Island in Georgia is Christ Church Frederica. Tucked away behind stately trees, lovely grounds, and a centuries-old oak, it was built in the 1800s and is surrounded by history. A novel known as Beloved Invader, written by …

If you have been thinking about visiting the Ecuador but haven’t yet, you will now after reading this. Just like anyone else, I had heard enough of the Ecuador and about it adventures. If at all anyone is interested in visiting the Ecuador it is because they are adventurous …

There is only one word for the caverns and that is “awesome”. It is a bit hard explain without pictures and each portion of the caves is different. My husband and I went on the Kings Palace tour. Just in case you think that the caves …

When we decided to spend our last summer vacation at Lake Tahoe my expectation was huge. This is mainly because of what I read about Tahoe as the one of the top scenic locations of the world. Also most of my friends recommended Lake Tahoe as a perfect place …

For our anniversary last year, my boyfriend and I took a wonderful and relaxing trip to Blue Hill, Maine. Having known nothing about this little town, we stumbled upon it by looking through vacation home rentals and eventually settling on a lovely little townhouse there. It was a beautiful …

A friend who has lived in Pagsanjan all her life, invited us to visit during the summer. I had never been to Pagsanjan Falls before and I was excited to see what this place had in store for a tourist like me. It took about 3 hours to get …

A short ways over the Connecticut border, when coming from RI, is a little tourist attraction called Olde Mystic Village. It’s on Exit 90 off I-95 on Coogan Blvd.
Here in a pristine, quaint setting that reminds you of an earlier time is this little village of shops and …

For many families traveling down south, a trip at the wacky and somewhat corny Pedro’s South of the Border, just over the border at South Carolina, is a tradition. It’s hard to ignore the place; even when you’re a state away, there are huge billboards advertising cute slogans like …

Cameron Highlands is a well kept gems from foreigners. As this place is located more than 300 km from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, many foreigners have no idea of the countless place that you can set foot in Cameron Highlands. Why do I say so?
Recently, I brought a Japanese friend …

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 …

My family likes to go to Wisconsin Dells to enjoy ourselves, but just can’t afford to stay in the hotels in downtown Wisconsin Dells. Consequently, we camp and have found that staying at the Dells Timberland allows us a great place to camp at a reasonable price. …

Bang Pa-In is famous for its summer palace that was frequently and is still occasionally used by the king and members of his family. First I knew the Bang Pa-In from the photos shown by a Thai friend. The photos were so attractive that on one occasion I visited …

I live in the Chicago area, so I have taken trips to the Museum of Science and Industry numerous times in my life. It is one of my very favorite museums, and believe me, I have been to many! Unlike the Field Museum in Chicago, for instance, the exhibits …

When people think of Venice, Italy, they usually imagine the romantic and famous Gondola rides up and down the Grand Canal, with the colourful, sleek boats and equally colourful Gondolier, singing and steering the boat while standing. I had this vision in my mind when I visited Venice, and …

If you are currently looking for an affordable way to get your travel in this summer and do not want to stay home then you will need to make some wise choices and I am sure that you have heard a lot about the Orbitz Best Airfare Guarantee. This …

Longmeadow pond is a great place to take the kids on a hot summer day. It’s located in Bethlehem, CT, about 15 minutes from Litchfield. Even though Longmeadow Pond is technically a pond it seems to be more of a small lake. It’s located in a …

This is one historical site you should not miss seeing. It is a huge cemetery , so plan on spending a few hours touring it. If you go to the visitor’s center they will give you a map with all kinds of interesting historical facts on it.
The best and …

Kauai is a very gorgeous place that is truly lush and beautiful. This place is also known as the Garden Isle, as I have asked one of the hotel staff before. I went with my aunt and her family to Kauai before and as told by the …

The best and most memorable tour I had during my trip to Australia was the Great Ocean Road Tour in Melbourne. I booked my ticket through Grayline, and availed the Diamond Pass which was a very good deal (AUD386 for 4 whole day tours which you can split …

The last time that my husband and I took a mini-vacation to Siesta Key on the West Coast of Florida, we decided to stop on the way home at Sarasota Jungle Gardens since we had never been before.
Sarasota Jungle Gardens is one of Florida’s oldest attractions. It’s been around …

Pulau Ubin is located in a remote part of Singapore. It is actually a small island by itself but minimal considering Singapore is by itself an island. I have been to this place twice before and I am a fan of it, but there are a lot …

I’m a huge fan of Lighthouses and a Nautical nut as well. I have been visiting the Outer Banks for years. One of the times that I went, my husband and I decided to check out the Bodie Lighthouse just before we were leaving after a two week …

I have visited Cambridge, which is lcoated in Massachusetts before. I would say that this place has always been the home to Harvard University and it has been real fun. This is one of the best destinations that I have been to so far and something which …

Visiting State or Federal parks are always a perk for me because I can share that experience with my son who loves to be outdoors and exploring. When we travel to the mountains, he can fly up and down the trails before I can even start. One of the …

The Caribbean Coast works pretty well for me. This is a review of this great place and I find it truly amazing and I have never been in such a special place as this before. Went with my ex-girlfriend before and we had a fantastic time there …

A few times a year, my partner and I travel along Highway 99, also known as the Sea to Sky highway, to Whistler/Blackcomb ski resort. The Sea to Sky highway is arguably one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in BC. Huge towering mountains rise high …