One of Englands prime Castles is Windsor Castle located in Windsor, Berkshire known to be the largest populated and the oldest occupations of the world in terms of Castles. The Windsor Castle is a place of historical value that dates back to the age of William the Conqueror when he called this castle his home after building such a fascinating fortress. William was the King of England in 1066 until his death. The Castle that is over a thousand...more
Wood sustains little damage over time. Same is the case with timber stairs. Frequent use of the stairs and other elements over time cause some damage to the timber stairs. The most common damages done to the timber stairs are: squeaking steps, damage treads or nosing, and cracked, damage or loose handrails and supporting.1-The damage done to treads is mostly due to lack of cover. The most damage is done to the nosing of the stair. You can simply...more
This city of Greece has a variety of things to offer to its visitor. This city has huge range of sloping cliffs which add to the beauty. There is one main street which joins the city together. This is a clean and well maintained city.The hills and the streams, and the water gushing down the hills give promising and enjoyable experience. The splendor of Kalambaka unfolds from this unique point of hills and stream as you can see the beauty of the sit and float beneath the bridges. While you watch the oars slightly glide through the water. Kalambaka Hotels offers such a breath taking views that it inspires you to fall in love all over again. Rarely do you experience a phenomenon so unique, so exhilarating; that it leaves you catching your breath at the sheer spectacle of nature's boundless beauty .This place provides almost every modern facility which a person needs to make the vacation an ideal one. People over here have an artistic bent of mind. There are wood carving schools over here to polish your skills. If you travel there you can learn the art of making things out of wood timber from an experienced staff. There are spas, pool, luxury hotel and beach to give you most wonderful...more
Popularly called as "Venice of the east", Alappuzha town in Kerala is an wonderful destination for vacationing. This beautiful town is situated in between Kollam (85km south) and Kochi (64 km north).This backwater destination of Kerala is also famous for its exotic beach, which is brimmed by both local people and vacationers.Location...more
The Hajj is the Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Hajj to Mecca is a religious duty which must be carried out by every Muslim at least once in their lifetime. The Islamic pilgrimage is the fifth pillar of Islam besides faith, prayer, fasting and charity. The Hajj is a demonstration of the solidarity of the Muslim people and their...more
Biking tours have come of age. Travelers of all age have developed a great liking for biking tours over the last decade. The reasons behind are quite simple. A biking tour brings with it a mixture of adventure, food and health. A growing bend of travelers towards a sound mind and body has ensured that biking tour travelers touch new highs every time a tour is conducted. Now, just like any other adventure tour, a biking tour requires a skill set and some precautions must be followed accordingly. Most of these precautions are unknown to a layman. This is where the need for a good travel planner comes in while opting for a bicycle tour. Here are some important aspect that must be looked into while on a biking tour. Bicycle Types: A good travel planner would have all the technical know how of the right bicycle for a bike trip. The requirement of bike type depends on a number of factors. These may include the surface where biking tour will be conducted, the physical appearance of the biker and much more. Generally there are two types of bikes opted for a biking tour. First being the recumbent cycles. The best of the recumbent bikes are the Above Seat Steering (ASS). They...more
Kerala the beautiful state in the southern part of India is blessed with enigmatic beauty of nature that include pristine beaches, refreshing hill stations, breathtaking backwaters, exotic wildlife parks and sanctuaries, etc. Apart from these it is...more
When deciding where to go on vacation, it can be an extremely confusing and stressful time. By the end of it you may not even be as excited as you were before you started planning! This is why free, informational sites such as 10 Minute Travel have...more
The first known case of a soldier being discharged from the U.S. military for homosexual acts took place in February 1778: Lt. Gotthold Frederick Enslin was court-martialed after being discovered in bed with another soldier, and he was...more
Franchise tax is now being charges by several states. It is mainly determined by the net worth of the tax payer and not necessarily on income of the franchise. Raising revenue for the state is the main goal of franchise tax and it...more
If you're planning for a getaway, then investing in travel insurance policy is assuredly a wise move. It aids cover unforeseen and unexpected accidents and scenarios that might happen when you are on a tour. Travel insurance could prove to be of...more
It always interesting to explore historical side of world, it makes your journey worth and meaningful. Aachen Cathedral is the place which reveals many secret stories. This is the dream destination of many history lovers. It is suitable...more