The Parioli-Auditorium district of northern Rome is partly bordered by the winding Tiber River. Parioli is an upper class neighborhood which owes its name to the pear orchards that have long since disappeared. Just so you know, this district was a favorite of Mussolini's bigwigs during his heyday. This is embassy country and so offers international schools. The district also hosts Rome's Islamic Cultural Center and a major Mosque, which should be...more
Do you or your staff visit London regularly and stay in hotels? If so you could be missing out on a great experience. Hotels are fine for a day or two but for short term lets of between one week and three months, you'll really need something more and an apartment is the perfect answer. The good news is that short term lets London give you freedom, room and the facilities to follow your own lifestyle.For one thing, most people value their...more
Summer is almost upon us. It's the perfect time to plan a trip to the Grand Canyon. Photos just aren't the same as seeing it with your own two eyes. After all, it is one of the natural wonders of the world. If you choose to stay in the mountain village of Williams on historic Route 66, also known as the Gateway to the Grand Canyon, people can take the Grand Canyon Railway to the Grand Canyon. There are also comfortable hotel accommodations near the south rim of the Grand Canyon. Whether you see it from the air or on foot, it is sure to be grand. The Grand Canyon is truly grand, and you can't see or do all there is to do in one day. If you want to see the whole thing with limited effort, a plane or helicopter tour might be the right choice for you. Plane and helicopter tours offer comfortable, breathtaking aerial views of the canyon. Camping at the top and doing a day hike is another option. At the top there is the Rim Trail that runs on the edge of the canyon offering spectacular views for people who don't want to hike down. Hikers can hike down one of the many trails down the canyon or backpack down if they're planning on camping at the bottom. An easier, but no less scary option...more
Summer is approaching with lots of opportunities for fun vacation spots. Northern Arizona has many breathtaking scenic places such as the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Navajo Nation, Hopi Mesas, and the Wild West town of Williams, Arizona. Pictures can't compare to seeing the Grand Canyon in person. There are many ways to see it. Visitors can take...more
If you do not already know about motor vans, these are vehicles ideal for travelling by road. Also known as voyage vehicle, a motor home is spacious enough to accommodate a home inside its body. You would be surprised to find all the facilities possible for a comfortable stay inside a motor home.Why to hire a motor home?Tourists travelling across...more
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Copper Spike Train returns to Safford for one special weekend of excursions! Mother's Day is quickly approaching, have you planned anything yet? The Gila Tomahawk Train Excursion has two unique trains departing Mother's Day weekend, the Taste of the...more
Higher than the nation's capitol and nearly as long as a football field, Rainbow Bridge, the world's largest known natural bridge at 290 feet tall and 275 feet wide is celebrating 100 years this May 30th, 2010. Years before it was designated as a...more
Cottonwood, AZ- When people hear "Arizona" they usually think about a cactus in the desert, or cowboys and Indians in the Wild West. Most people don't think of vineyards or wineries on a wine trail, but it's happened! Arizona's first wine trail is in...more
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With one of the oldest history, India holds the commendable title of country rich in diverse culture, vibrant tradition, exotic wildlife and widespread natural flora and fauna. It can be counted as one of the reasons why tourists from all across the...more
New Delhi the capital city of India attracts tourists in large number. This is a historic city and is at a short distance from Agra. The city is known for many famous monuments like Red Fort Palace, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar etc. Here one can also...more