The word —˜bei-hai’ (in Chinese) means north sea. It is actually the northern-most lake of a group of three lakes located in Beijing, to the north west and within walking distance from the Forbidden City. A small admission fee is chargeable for visitors entering Bei-hai area.
This rather round-shaped lake …

I love to go to the beach at East Coast Park. I used to go there more often with my then boyfriend. We used to cycle together. At East Coast, you can rent bicycles on an hourly basis. There are many bicycle kiosks which rents out different types of …

My trip to Europe did include a lot pubs and things but places like the Heineken Experience were a lot of fun and educational as well.
This is the site of the old brewery, which has been turned into a sort of museum all about Heineken. I think the …

Pele Goddess of HI Volcano by Herb Kane is an absolutely gorgeous painting of the Big Island’s (the island of Hawaii) Goddess Pele who is a mythical Hawaiian fire goddess who dwells in one of the craters of the Kilauea volcanos. There are different versions of her legend, …

The Georgia aquarium is the first place we visited in Atlanta. It is the world’s largest aquarium and is not to be missed at any cost. The aquarium is divided according to regions and species types; there is a section for tropical life forms, one for fresh water and …

If you ever find yourself traveling through or in Fayetteville, AR, home to the state’s University of Arkansas, give your family and yourself a treat and go check out Wilson Park which is a stone’s throw away from the University’s grounds. When I went to college there, this was one …

The Valley of the Kings is one of Egypts most beautiful attractions; if you ever get the chance to go to Egypt this is definetly a site to see.
You get to see some really incredible tombs, to see the traps which defend the king’s treasures, and in some tombs …

This is another one of those ‘conservation parks’ much like the Black Creek Pioneer Village only it is kind of slightly different - the BCP has the pioneer town preserved while the Kortright Center conserves stuff like energy and the environment. A lot of school book trips to go …

I had visited Havana, Cuba three times before I finally went to Finca Vigia, now Museo Hemingway, where Ernest Hemingway lived for twenty years and wrote many of his most famous stories here. The Cuban government has now turned it into a Museum, and I am glad I finally …

We live in Manila, Philippines and my family has booked through this agency several times in our travels within Asia.
The first time was when we went to Boracay, Philippines. My mum booked our chosen hotel through them. They were very organized and my mum said she liked the service. …

Abu Dhabi is a magnificent city in UAE. It is one of the grandest, well-maintained and beautiful cities. The weather in Abu Dhabi is sunny and warm. There are beautiful beaches, parks and many other good places to visit.
There are a good number of parks and gardens in …

There is a wonderful medieval core within the city of Vienna where time seems to have stood still. The place to begin this exploration in my estimation is the Stephansplatz.
The enormous cathedral referred to, as the Stephansdom is the beginning point and is a gauge as far as treks …

Our family has enjoyed camping for many years. We have our favorite campgrounds, but we also like to try new places once in a while. Livingg in Michigan offers plenty of options as there are a wide variety of campgrounds from which to choose.
Several years ago we …

A few years ago, I was lucky enough to spend a week at a rented beach house with my mother-in-law and husband and kids. Aside from the constantly wonderful view from our deck, there were also a ton of things to do while we were there (even if I …

Kyrenia is located 30 minutes north of Nicosia, the capital city of Cyprus. Nicosia is the last divided capital in Europe, so before you go up to Kyrenia, it’s worth a good look there too.
Kyrenia has a lovely harbour with lots of good quality restaurants and bars and …

We love to take a day trip to The Strand in Galveston, Texas. It is an historic area of town, filled with charming shops and eateries as well as a couple of unique museums.
We always have a nice time walking up and down the street and in and out …

One of my favorite places to visit is the capital of the United States, Washington D.C.. The capital is so steeped in history that if you are an avid American history buff, you have to visit Washington D.C. at least once in your lifetime. I have been to Washington …

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 …

Before I bought a Jansport backpack, I went through a backpack about every four to six months. The type of Jansport bag I have is a traditional style with two over-the-shoulder straps. It is made of thick canvas with a leather bottom. This is the most durable and …

One afternoon, last Summer, my husband and son decided they wanted to go find a place to do an Airboat Ride. It’s something they had often talked about doing because one of my son’s friends is married to someone who actually builds them for a living.
So, I went …

Saigon is a pretty big city. Modern buildings are scattered almost everywhere. But they are not exactly what I wanted to see. As a tourist, I expected to see historical buildings, try local foods, and buy some souvenirs, etc. Thanks to Pham Ngu Lao St for its location as …

I have been to MahaLaxmi temple twice, when I was in Mumbai. This temple is most famous in Mumbai. Those who comes to Mumbai will definitely visit this temple and takes the blessings of Goddess. This temple is located at Breach candy, one of the busiest and posh …

Stanley Park is one of the reasons I fell in love with the city of Vancouver, a scenic city on the Western part of Canada. I first caught glimpse of the park when I first flew to Vancouver from the city of Toronto in 2003.
Stanley Park is a …

The fame of the picturesque Pagsanjan Falls located at the town of Pagsanjan, Province of Laguna has been for generations. I am therefore proud of my colorful experiences in this place which I found worth sharing.
The first time I went to Pagsanjan Falls, we did not book with any …

If you like nature tripping and you appreciate nature’s beauty at it’s best, then Coron is definitely the place for you. I visited the place around a year ago, and up until now it still amazes me. There were a lot of different islands to visit, you must …

I have heard about Paris visite pass from my friend and decided to try it for my recent Paris sightseeing visit. I have found it very helpful and comfortable for my trip. Instead of buying lots of metro, buses, train tickets you have to purchase once one ticket …

Considering that I’m from Starkville, MS I travel this highway a lot. It’s the most traveled road in town and it’s the easiest way to get where you want to go in my opinion. Once in Starkville the highway itself is about three miles long. It’s …

It was already school vacation last year when my friends and I decided to go to Camp Sabros in Davao del Sur just to experience the much raved-about zip line. We made all the needed reservations and got on the plane to Davao del Sur. To reach our destination …

Fort Bragg, California, a small town with about 7,000 residents on the West Coast, brings beach lovers and forest lovers together. No airport exists in close proximity to the small town, so the best way to reach the secluded area is by car on Freeway 101, Highway 1, Highway …

Located on Museum Island, Pergamon Museum offers the largest, most visually astounding exhibitions on the planet. Seriously, I’m talking HUGE here. Even the museum’s building is monumental, not to mention what’s inside of it. An adult ticket is 10 EUR, which is valid for most of the museums located …

When we Lyndsey, Kurt and I stayed in Spain for Christmas a couple of years ago we stayed in a three bedroom town house which was just one road back from the beach in La Cala de Mijas. The property is owned by an English family and I …

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 …

My girlfriend Jenny, who I have known since High School has been pestering me to come to Hawaii to visit her and her husband Paul for years now. After my Mom who had always wanted to see Hawaii, passed away, I sort of made it my mission in …

Lake Erie is one of the great lakes in America. It is located on the northern side of Ohio. When I studied Ohio history we learned that Lake Erie borders the country of Canada, and the states of New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan which are part …

Epcot Center was one of my favorite travel destinations as a child, and it remains on my list of all-time favorite places as an adult. I think Disney has mastered the art of creating magical theme parks, and I don’t think anyone else in that industry can even …

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. …

Amongst the many attractions that are available while in Rome, Italy, the Catacombs are one of the must-see sites. I almost skipped this amazing place, because we were running out of time, but we were convinced by another tourist couple we met in a café to make the time, …

We were in Rome for our honeymoon and, on our first evening we had gone out in the evening warmth a) to find something to eat and b) to have a wander and get our bearings.
We were rambling aimlessly down twisty alley ways and up unexpected steps when suddenly …

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 …

I got this bag last month as a Christmas present and am very impressed.
I was lugging an old rugged backpack for the past 7 years. Finally, that thing gave out on me. I looked around for messenger bags because I felt that was the most popular kind of bag …

I recently decided to take a short trip down to the United States, and as I live on Vancouver Island, it was easiest for me to take the Clipper to Seattle.
The departure time of 5 pm was very convenient for me, as I was able to leave work and …

Don’t let the name fools you. You don’t have to pack your bags and boots and put on insect repellents to venture in the thick jungle searching for the Lost World of Tambun. But the gate to the Lost World is only open around noon daily and you can …

Years ago, when I first started to get interested in history, we went down to the beautiful town of Cape May, New Jersey and saw all the typical sites, including the striking white lighthouse. Our major tour stop was Cold Spring Village, a restored 19th century village with costumed …

An incredible city! I suppose it has as many Roman ruins as Rome itself. Just kidding. But compared to anything I know and have ever seen… this little city has the greatest number of Roman ruins in Europe (except Italian towns). This is not a surprise (not anymore) since …

Visiting Vienna
Vienna is one of my favorite European cities. It’s the capital of Austria, has a population of about 2 millions and is located more or less in the middle of Europe. You can fly there from most main hubs in Europe, and there are also quite a few …

I lived in Gothenburg, Sweden about 2 years for studying and I will recommend this city as one of the best place for visit. Living in Gothenburg was great because as the city is clean, harmoniously chic and the most important is Gothenburg almost has no criminal case. I …

We booked with Nautisantos big Game Fishing after being acosted by several reps for various tour agents on the way to the marina in the heart of the city centre, funchal. They are based in the marina, and have a small kiosk as you walk towards the resturants.
It was …

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 …

We took a field trip when I was in the fourth grade to the Maumee State Forest. While there a ranger gave us a guided tour of the forest. A nature walk basically, where he told the history of the area and identified several species of trees for us. …

On the central coast only 10 minutes from Vandenberg Air Force Base set’s the small town of Lompoc, California. With the location perfect for those employed at the base and those who love the ocean, but don’t want to live right on the water. Lompoc is kind of a …