So you are thinking of visiting northern Italy in May, but you're just not sure what to see and to do. Don't you despair; there are lots and lots of special events that simply aren't available in the good old summertime. Here are a few of them. Get rolling; May is almost upon us. We start our virtual tour in Liguria, go north to Piedmont, and then further north to Val d'Aosta in the Italian Alps. There are so many things to see and do in northern...more
The Castello district is the largest of Venice's six districts, locally known as sestiere. It's in the east of Venice and, unlike some of the others, people actually live there. This is the least touristy part of Venice, which may be an attraction for many. The area includes many historic churches. For your convenience we have listed these hotels in approximate order of cost, starting with the least expensive. We have personally verified all...more
Manhattan makes up a number of neighborhoods that all have their own style and contribution to the city as a whole. Most of the areas have a great mix of business and residential life. They all have great places to eat, drink and relax or party. There is always a blend of people walking around. Some in a hurry and some just out for a stroll. There are areas that are well known such as the East Village, Soho, Broadway, Mid-Town, Central Park and Harlem. Each of these areas have there own sections. Lower Manhattan has Battery Park City, the Financial District and TriBeCa. If you are walking in the TriBeCa area of Manhattan you could see some of the famous residents that have homes there such as Meryl Streep, Jon Stewart, David Letterman, Kelly Ripa and Beyonce Knowles. The Financial District is famous itself with the New York Stock Exchange, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and is now the memorial of were the World Trade Center was located before its fall on September 11 2001. Then moving into Mid-Lower Manhattan give another perspective of the city with Chinatown, Little Italy, SoHo and the Lower East Side. Each of these areas has some great things to experience. One can find...more
Imagine a group of delightful islands in the warm sun. Glorious stretches of beach invite you for a relaxed and sunny encounter while hibiscus and frangipani blossom full of color. Delightful historical towns offer alfresco dining on freshly caught lobster and crab. For a moment, you think you're in some tropical paradise in the Caribbean. But then...more
Many people have different expectations from a safari to the African continent - some enjoy relaxing in five star accommodation with spas and the latest treatments, with world class dining and fine wines, whilst others want to totally immerse themselves deep in the bush. Either experience will afford high quality game viewing but the latter most...more
For planning a wedding ceremony or reception or choosing a honeymoon destination, a chain hotel can be an excellent option. Granted, a chain might not offer quite the same local touch of a small boutique hotel, but the chains do represent brand consistency that can be appealing in unfamiliar locations. And hotel chains understand this, so they strive to provide guests exactly what they expect to find in the recognized hotel name. With the gradual expansion of chain hotels around the world, you are sure to find a name that you trust. So, whether you plan to visit Dallas or Dublin, Boston or Budapest, check out the hotel chains that are available for you there.Four Seasons Hotels and ResortsThe Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts owns more than fifty hotel properties that span twenty-two different countries, and the chain is constantly expanding in the U.S. and around the world. Additionally, the various Four Seasons hotels have been the recipient of numerous hotel awards, and the Las Vegas location was most recently a recipient of TripAdvisor's 2010 Travelers' Choice Awards. Beyond this, the Four Seasons location in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Palm Beach, Kailua-Kona (Big Island,...more
Earlier, Goa was prominent for its natural exquisiteness and breathtaking beaches intended to offer a rejuvenating experience to the holidaymakers, however, the picture is entirely different today. Five star luxury, endless cuisines, modernized...more
Saving those dollarsMany people think that cruising the open seas on a luxury ship is a vacation we cannot even dream of. However, with some careful planning and searching for incredible cruise bargains a cruise can be affordable. A cruise vacation...more
Most people associate Orlando with Disney World, but there is more to do there than just visit Disney. Here are the top 5 Orlando attractions that have nothing to do with Disney World, or its other operations in the area.Islands of AdventureThis is...more
San Francisco has more restaurants per capita than any other city in the country, making it a veritable chowhound's delight. There are plenty of things that San Francisco is famous for in the culinary world, notably the Dungeness Crabs, sourdough...more
I moved to the Detroit Area in 2001. I didn't know very much about the area, but I heard plenty. Around the nation, haven't we all?It wasn't until 2007 before I heard about one of the coolest places EVER—IN the City of Detroit. I didn't actually...more
When it comes to vacations, Florida's got it all. Whether you want to check out the world's hippest cities, lie on glorious beaches, get active on land or sea, or just kick back and do your thing, Florida is the place for you. Here's how to get the...more