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 …

I absolutely loved the Duke Energy Children’s Museum in Cincinnati, Ohio. We just called it the Cincinnati Children’s Museum but I guess it has some sort of corporate sponsor. In any case, it was wonderful and my almost three-year-old daughter had a blast.
I do not remember how …

It was in the month of July 2008 that Josephine and I took a flight North to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah with the main objective of climbing the highest peak in South East Asia - Mount Kinabalu.
We engaged a local tour agency for the 3 days 2 nights package, and …

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 …

Lake Winnepesaukee is one of the last family oriented amusement parks left today. It is located just outside of Chattanooga. It is set into a neighborhood which limits its ability to grow as large as other parks. It is naturally beautiful though with a lake as the center piece. …

The biggest national park in South Africa, the Kruger National Park is definitely one of the greatest destinations the country has to offer.
I had a fun filled time during my stay at one of the chaleighs at the Kruger National Park and this was a truly completing experience for …

I booked this holiday home through Book A Bach. The whole process was a bit long winded as the lady who organised teh payment too her time getting in touch with us.
When we arrived it was easy to find and the main house was lovely to look at. …

The Eiffel Tower may well be one of the most famous landmarks in the world, and I was very excited to finally see it. We took a bateau-bus (a passenger ferry that makes several stops along the Seine River in Paris) to get there from our hotel in the …

One afternoon in June I drove my husband to work so I could have the car to take my kids to Frozen Head State Park. We got there about 8:00 am. We stopped by the ranger station to get information about the trails before heading out. We decided to …

Maybe sometimes is funny to speak about toilettes, but when you are tourist and visiting new places is very important to know about this service. Shortly a few tips about toilettes in Paris. Is very important, that every tourist place has them. And sometimes you can’t notice, because they …

I have used many travel agencies, websites and magazines over the years to get ideas for travelling, hear tips on certain countries or sites, and get advice from people who have been to the places I am planning to go. Usually, I have to spend hours on many different …

I went on vacation with my girlfriend’s family last summer to Hilton Head Island. I have been to several different beach sites both on the atlantic coast and in the Caribbean. The island of Hilton Head is very commercialized. If you are into natural settings and wildlife this is …

Last Easter we decided to take Kurt to Dudley Castle and Zoo as he hadn’t been before and both Lyndsey and I remember going there as kids with our parents.
You can see Dudley Castle from quite a distance away and Kurt was getting excited when he could see it …

From the brilliant rooms to the most courteous staff, from all the facilities ranging from an Internet connection to being located so near to places like Spaces Needle, my trip to Seattle and my stay at the Mediterranean Inn was incredible.
The memory of the exquisite restaurant at Space Needle …

Muthyala Madu is a small picturesque waterfall in Bangalore,a little ahead of Bannerghata nattional park.Its an ideal place for those in Bangalore to make a day or weekend trip,provide you like outdoors.I’ve made this trip several times,and,combined with a tiger safari in the national park makes for a mindblowing …

Lake Lure, North Carolina is a very unique place to visit. It is located off highway 74 in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Lake Lure is mostly a tourist town but for those of us who either live there or nearby it can be an a very …

The Mardasson memorial lies hidden away in the countryside near the city of Bastogne, in Belgium. It is one of many tributes and reminders of the Second World War dedicated to the Americans who fought and died here. The Battle of the Bulge, the Ardennes campaign, the REAL soldiers …

Philadelphia is exactly as my mom describes it, “There is something for everyone in Philly”. I couldn’t agree more. On my recent trip to Philadelphia around last year, I couldn’t help but notice the wonderful and historic city, being full of life. I must admit that …

If you fancy a pleasant day out near London, but very much in the country, you may want to visit West Wycombe Caves, known also as the Hellfire Caves. This name derives from the club that used these caves in their heyday during the eighteenth century, but more of …

Front Royal, Virginia, where I was born and raised. We don’t have a lot of great attractions, but we have one of the most beautiful places to visit on earth. The Skyline Drive.
The Skyline Drive is a wonderful, 105 mile stretch of mountain road. It takes you through …

I don’t really know why they still call this Crystal Cave because there are no crystals left. I can barely remember the time when the looting began, but my mom said that during a time when there was an economic crisis, the locals went into the cave and dug …

Any trip to San Francisco should include a tour of Alcatraz Island, even if you are not a history buff. It is one of the most interesting tours I have even been on in any country. Not only is it full of historical events, it also was a lighthouse, …

Athelstaneford is a small village in Scotland, in East Lothian. I visited here out of the interest in the history of the site, which is reported to the the birthplace of the Saltire, Scotland’s national flag. It’s mostly farmland in the area, but I did find the Doocot Flag Heritage …

India is a beautiful country with its rich cultural heritage, warm people and scenic beauty. If you happen to plan a visit to the Northeastern Zone of this country don’t forget to plan a trip to Sikkim located on the far east corner on the Himalayan range of mountains. …

The —˜Travelon Mini Cosmetic Organizer Travel Case’ has a phenomenal amount of space for all the make-up a girl could want, this in my opinion is perfect for a on the go woman, as it is both appealing on the eye and comes in a fantastic array of colours. …

Hot Water Beach is a beach in Hahei in the Coromandel. There was only one reason why I wanted to come here.
Hot Water Beach is known for being on a volcanic fault line. What this means for tourists is that you can dig a hole in …

It is difficult to imagine a more exciting or unique way to see Sydney. The Harbour Bridge is one of the most recognized icons of the city starring in the New Year’s Eve fireworks televised around the world and in tourism adverts. I don’t think anyone has seen Sydney …

This is a pretty nice place to visit especially for older folks. The weather is nice and warm in summer and luckily it’s cooled down by colder sea breaze which makes the climate more bearable. There are quite a few qute little shops here and there, lots of focaccerie …

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. …

Until fairly recently I was not only ignorant of what an interesting little town Crickhowell was, but was barely even conscious of its existence, tucked away as it is in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Having now seen the place for myself, I can only unreservedly apologise to its …

Schlitterbahn Waterpark in New Braunfels, Texas is one of the best places to be during the summer! It’s a ton of fun and it offers fun to the whole family, from tiny kids to adults! There are two parts to Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels, East and West. When I …

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 …

With all the talk about global warming, maybe now would be a good time to visit the park before they disappear. We went in late August which was a really nice time to go. The trails which Glacier Park is known for are wonderful. According to …

Cataldo, Idaho is off highway 90 in northern Idaho. It is a very small town, but is best know for the mission. It’s an easy access with plenty of parking and a great learning experience.
As you leave the highway for the mission it is only a few minutes to …

Intra is a beautiful little town in Piemonte, on the north side of the Lago Maggiore. It is a really beautiful little town with a lot of little shops, bars and restaurants. The best times to visit this place is around Christmas, Easter, Halloween, Mardi Gras, and lastly the …

It is not easy for any of us to appreciate someone else’s culture and tradition if we do not train ourselves to travel. For my years of experiences traveling, I have enjoyed and appreciated other people’s culture and respected their religion as well.
In United Arab Emirates, …

The Carnegie Science Center has long been known as one of the best museums in Pittsburgh. I recently visited it for the first time when my parents were staying with me and I absolutely loved it.
The Carnegie Science Center is a museum primarily aimed at children, to teach …

Just imagine the following: 10.000 almost naked women, drunk and willing to anything to a stranger - free of charge, and 10.000 huge men without their shirts, dancing, to the rhythm of the almost 500 brass orchestras, shooting from the fire weapons. Mud is all around, people are vomiting …

I’m actually confused about what this place is called; the locals say it is Talafofo Falls, but I’ve heard some people refer to is as Talofofo Falls. Whatever the name is, this is a marvelous place. The spring water from the mountains fall in a series of 3 small …

Navy Pier is one of my favorite places to visit during a summer. It’s located just north of downtown Chicago, provides wonderful views of the city skyline, and has a lot of interesting features - such as IMAX theater, Ferris wheel and various boat tours.
The place is usually packed …

The Scarborough Bluffs were named after the famous chalk hills in Scarborough, England by Elizabeth Simcoe, wife of the first lieutenant governor of Upper Canada. But these days, everybody who’s familiar with this place loves to call it simply as Bluffer’s Park.
As such, the term conjures the image …

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 …

If you are a lover of history, architecture, goblins and gools then you must visit Salem, MA and take this wonderful trolley tour. The trolley itself is well kept and safe for both young and old. It was a bright sunny day when I took the tour …

When I visited Holy Land Experience in Orlando, I had mixed emotions. I love history and was particularly interested in seeing what life was like in Bible times, and one of my favorite parts of the “park” was the people dressed up in period costume. I liked the play …

Trimpley Reservoir is one of the few areas of open water in Worcestershire, and as such is a fairly popular tourist attraction, especially for water-based activities such as sailing. It lies a little way outside the small village of Trimpley itself, and this can be found a few miles …

If it is your first time travelling to Singapore, and you bring children with you then, Singapore Science Center is one good place to go. Even adults would be enjoying themselves here too because there are lots of attractions separated in many themed sections.
I would suggest you reserve a …

Me and my husband live only 7 hours away from Cornwall but we had never been and stayed there before so last month we decided to go there for a long weekend and we had a fantastic time, we enjoyed our weekend here more than we enjoyed our weekend …

There are plenty of beautiful places to visit on the west coast of Scotland, and it would be very easy to spend a month there without having to repeat yourself. However, one of the most popular destinations, perhaps in part because of its accessibility and level of facilities, is …

A couple of years ago we went to Texas on vacation, my husband, mnyself, and my two daughters, ages three and thirteen. Of course while we we in San Antonio we had to go to the zoo. The zoo was great, but while there we picked up a brochure …

If you are traveling, and looking for a place too relax in a lovely wooded setting I recommend the Hocking Hills in southestern Ohio. Ohio is a lovely state and the prettiest place in southern Ohio is without a doubt is the hocking hills. Near logan and rockbridge ohio. …