While staying in Lake Louise, we booked a half-day rafting trip down the Kicking Horse River with Wild Water Adventures. Instead of driving in, we decided on their shuttle service, which was a treat in itself. The guide gave us a little “tour talk” about the Rockies, and …

I arrived at Lisbon on a very sunny and warm day in February. It was my first time in Lisbon, and I was going to stay a week. I was very excited. Traveling from airport to city center was easy. I took a public bus which was running quite …

I’ve had the pleasure of seeing a concert three times now at Cruzan Amphitheater in West Palm Beach, FL. Actually, it used to be called,”The Sound Advice” amphitheater.
I have to preface by saying that half the fun is the tailgating picnic that happens before the event! People get …

Without Sentosa, your trip to Singapore will never be complete. It’s a tiny little island full of surprises. Before i came here, i don’t have any idea of what Sentosa island really is. I thought at first that it was a theme park with lots of rides but never …

Cebu is a popular vacation spot in the Philippines and is famous for its food, mangoes, guitars, and beaches. It is located in the Visayas region, where most of the country’s most beautiful beaches are located. Cebu is about an hour away from Manila by plane. …

Last 16 October 2007, my sister and I went to ReefHQ Aquarium in Townsville Queensland Australia. My Aussie friend told us that we shouldn’t miss the great aquatic scenes there. The fee is supposed to be $21.50 each which I think was not-so-affordable but then I still decided to …

Standing Stone is located at 1674 Standing Stone Park Hwy in Hilham, TN. It’s hours of operation are from eight until ten o’clock at night. It offers camping spots for approximately twenty dollars a night which is a decent rate when compared to most others in the area. It …

I went with my family to Six Flags Fiesta Texas for the first time on Monday July 28. We live in Houston, TX so we drove from Houston to San Antonio. It was about a 3 hour drive. We did not have too much trouble finding the place. We …

One of the places which was listed on our itinerary when my family and I did a 3 week trip to Namibia and South Africa was the Cape Cross Seals. It was about an hour and a half ride from Swakopmund. My husband drove here first before entering Swakopmund …

An attraction that is well worth considering for tourists who are visiting Herefordshire is the Hereford Cider Museum. This is an excellent place that combines being a very well run and interesting museum in and of itself, with the extra bonus of being somewhere that really gives an insight …

In Newport, RI, there are several magnificent mansions. Many of the mansions, you can tour. This review is about one that I had the opportunity to tour this past summer. It’s called Beechwood and it’s the historic mansion of the Astor family.
This is not just another semi-interesting tour …

I have never experienced Lebanese culture before. It was great just mingling and getting to know the Lebanese in Melbourne. An entire street is dedicated to Lebanese and their way of life. It sure is a fantastic experience. The street I talk about is called Sydney Road and is …

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 …

In August 2006 my son’s boy scout troop decided to forgo a backpacking trip. One of the scouts had a Hiking the Big South Fork guide book. Upon arrival at the ranger station we were filling out our backpacking permit which cost 5.00, when the ranger informed us …

Wow. That is the first thing one has to say upon seeing the impressive displays of 2005’s Festival of Lights. It just gets more and more impressive every year.
It is truly an amazing thing to be driving along the Falls road and see the entire world lit …

Bakersfield, California is an icon of the central valley in which it lays. It’s larger than you would ever imagine since very few outside of California has ever heard of it. But it is famous for a few of the American legends that will live on forever.
Bakersfield is home …

I have not been to the beach since I was a child and any memories of those days have long been erased. I had heard friends discuss what a great beach Pensacola Beach was and that they love returning every year just to put their feet in the cool …

Lonavala and Khandala are greatest tourist spots and hill stations. Khandala neighbours Lonavala and both are surrounded by lovely Deep Valleys ,High Hills,Milky water falls, lush greenery and pleasant atmosphere that spread all over.These hill stations with 625 metres altitude are located at exactly 110 km from …

I think this is a must visit destination in Bali. A very spectacular view where the temple is perched on the edge of the steep cliff. Since it is a holy place for Balinese, All visitor must wear “selendang”, it is a yellow shawl prepared by the official and …

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 best part about living in Michigan would have to be being surrounded by the Great Lakes. Most people think of Michigan as a cold state that has blizzards and snow all the time. Wel, in the winter yes, it can get like that. But we …

With our week long exploration of the Kruger National Park somewhat of a spontaneous detour from our road trip, we arrived at the national park and entered without prior organization of accommodation, and it turned out to be quite a great adventure.
Our initial game drive in a gas guzzling …

Looking for a beach destination that is suitable for families, not swamped with crowds, but loaded with fun for the entire family? Perhaps you should consider packing up the family in the old van and heading to Bethany Beach, Delaware. Aside from offering its famous tax free …

The Greyhound bus line and the Amtrak train station are located within the same building, in the heart of downtown St. Louis. I have to admit that I don’t mind having to wait at this travel center for short layovers and when traveling solo, but it is my opinion …

Alappuzha is a very nice place with a pleasant scenic region. I had been to Alappuzha on my honey moon and it was unforgettable experience.
we had spent a day and night on the houseboat in the backwater region and it was a great experience. All the day …

Continuing our journey at Singapore, my uncle brought us to Marina Bay Sands Resort. He said it is the latest architectural masterpiece in Singapore. From afar, it really is amazing. The architectural detail is absolutely breathtaking. However, the atmosphere inside the place is not so fun.
We first roamed …

The Denver Firefighter’s Museum, while one of the lesser known attractions in the Denver area, is still a fun inexpensive outing for the family. My youngest daughter loves fireman and wants to be a firefighter right now so we too her down there. Located right in the heart …

Living in Tucson, I am lucky enough to have this great travel destination right in my backyard! Reid Park is one of my family’s favorite places to spend the day, and we always bring out of town guests for a day at the zoo! The Zoo is open from …

Winter Park Ski Resort is a lesser known ski area, but a lot of people from Denver head to this ski resort on the weekends and holidays. I was lucky enough to be able to ski at this resort for a couple days. In the past few …

Although the name might suggest otherwise, lakes entrance is a tourist resort located in eastern Victoria, Australia. If you are interested in fishing, this port is also a perfect choice. The exact location is 200 miles east of Melbourne close to the managed man-made channel connecting bass straight and …

I lived near the Las Padres National Forest for many years. It was my play ground and my home. I walked the trails, backpacked, camped and 4×4 over it. This is a wonderful forest in the sense there is a lot of open space.
It can be accessed from Santa …

My name is Jennifer, I am 23,and currently working as a receptionist for a timeshare/hotel company in Virginia Beach. The company I work for owns and manages a number of hotel’s and resorts at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, as well as a Travel Lodge in North Carolina. Currently we …

I have visited Lanzarote in the canaries three times and I think it is excellent as it is warm all year round. My brother and his wife own a bar in Peurto Del Carmen which is about 15 minutes from the airport.
The capital, Arrecife is great for shopping and …

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 …

The University of Bristol Botanic Garden is one of those places which really ought to be slightly more of a tourist attraction than it in fact is, but which I can understand not being so. Probably the main reason for this is that it is just a little bit …

Genting is really a great place to travel in Malaysia. It takes one hour travel by taxi from Kuala Lampur, Malaysia. From KL even coach buses are available, but booking needs to be done early at least by the previous day. It is a mountainous area …

There are lots of nice places that I have been to, which is associated with Sydney Harbour. I certainly love Sydney and here are some of detailed places that are associated with Sydney Harbour that I find them pretty interesting.
I had been to a lot of times in …

I am one of those individuals who strongly believe in the saying —˜Health is wealth’. Due to tome constraints —“ preparing a healthy meal for the family would sometimes become difficult. So I would constantly update myself with the new products available in the market. On one such marketing …

Every Memorial Day Weekend, the folks in Zellwood, FL hold a annual festival that centers around a product for which they have become known; Sweet Corn!
Yes for two days every year in the month of May, the town of Zellwood, FL is bombarded by a swarm of …

Buffalo is not one of the places that we normally associate with Samuel Clemens, better known as Mark Twain. Perhaps America’s greatest writer, he spent the years of 186-1871 living in Buffalo as co-owner/editor of the Buffalo Express.
The Mark Twain Room at the Buffalo and Erie County Public …

Bukittinggi, meant as high hill, is a beautiful city that is one of the famous destinations in Indonesia. Every year the city has been attracted many tourists whether locally or internationally. The famous place to visit is Sianok Canyon with about 100 m slope and 15 km length. The …

I find it a shame to live somewhere and not get and explore the area. That is why when we lived in Sunny View, North Carolina it would have been a shame to not go visit Chimney Rock Park. After all you could see it towering in the distance …

On my most recent trip to Havana, Cuba, I was determined not to miss the opportunity of touring the famous Real Fabrica de Tabacos Partagas, or better known at the Partagas Cigar Factory. I had previously only stepped inside the front entrance and been in the cigar store, and …

paradise island which i’m reffering to is Perhentian Island. Located roughly 21km(13.12miles) offshore of Kuala Besut, Terengganu.
Weather, tropical or would rather call it summer all year long.
When it comes to financial budgets, the priciest hotel would cost up to about RM250(US$71.10) till RM350(US$100) per night.
Food is good, loads …

This area can be extremely warm during the summer. Upper 80’s and 90’s are not uncommon. We stopped at the visitors center of the battle of Little Big Horn. This is way out in the middle of nowhere. There is a speaking guide, museum and little …

I have traveled more than three times to the famous meditation centre called as Dhyanalinga which is situated in Poondi in South India.’Dhyanam’is a tamil word which means Meditation.Dhyanalinga is the right place for me to meditate because of the calm and peaceful surroundings.
Dhyanalinga has a …

In January of 1993 me and my husband went to visit his parents with our son. When we arrived they talked us into letting Suzie watch our son while we went to Daytona Beach to their condo. They were not able to go and did not want it to …

Bulgaria is still a relatively unpopular skiing destination. This is so because the country has to compete against established leaders like Austria, Switzerland, Germany and France. The one thing that the country offers as an advantage over the others is relatively low prices.
Bansko is Bulgaria’s most popular winter resort. …

Catalina Island is located in Los Angeles, California and I have been to this beautiful island with my family once before. It was a one day trip to Catalina and at that time, we were visiting Los Angeles and my dad thought that it would be a good …

I and my friends had planned for a small vacation trip from Chennai to Yercaud in the 2nd week of Aug 2010.
The best promising option was by rail i.e. to take the Salem Express from Chennai and the 2nd best option was the Yercaud Express departing from Chennai railway …