Visiting Barcelona for many people is not about Gaudi, shopping and beaches, they are attracted to the city for its nightlife and on any night of the week you will find the place buzzing with travelers, visitors, students and locals. To cater for them there are a wealth of nightclubs, bars, entertainment, and dining venues and the city has various areas that appeal to all kinds of people. Here are a few tips on what each has to offer.Famous for...more
The island divided by French Saint Martin and Dutch Sint Maarten, is resident to magnificent beaches and pristine scenery, not forgetting two completely distinctive, friendly societies.St Martin / St Maarten vacation rentals are probably one of the most splendid condos offered in the Caribbean, exhibiting an exclusive cultivated beauty incomparable to the neighboring islands. This stylish, friendly island is truly a heaven; the key basis on which...more
These days the words "inner city" usually conjures up images of decay and desolation, but in St Petersburg the inner city is graced with a tropical paradise. It is the Sunken Gardens, the city's oldest museum and the home of the oldest tropical plants in the region.The Sunken Gardens is not only a nice place to stroll and enjoy the plants, it offers guided garden tours, horticultural workshops, special events, field trips and has become the venue for corporate and private events. Weddings are even held there.The Sunken Gardens started out in 1903 when a St. Petersburg plumber, George Turner, purchased six acres and drained a lake using clay tiles. He then turned the rich soil into a garden that soon attracted neighbors and other visitors. Seeing this as an opportunity to make some extra cash he started charging five cents for admission. His family kept the operation going for three generations, improving the gardens and inviting visitors. Finally, in 1999 the City of St. Petersburg purchased the gardens and developed it as a prime cultural and educational center.The site has a trail that covers one mile and it is full of tropical and sub-tropical plants. Almost all the plants have...more
The guests in the extended stay, furnished apartments here at O Hotel Suites in downtown Calgary are always asking us for better ways to get out and explore the city. That's where Foursquare can be incredibly useful to the long term tourist. It's easy to use your imagination to find ways for yourself to enjoy your stay here in Calgary, but as...more
A feng shui travel kit can help you to have a relaxing and productive journey, whether it's leisure or a business trip. Myriads of people have already learned how to use this ancient Chinese notion to improve their homes and premises, and many are also learning to use it to improve their travel.A feng shui travel kit will typically come with...more
Mexico vacations are available for individuals of all ages. While many enjoy taking their family on a Mexico vacation, there are others who choose to vacation in Mexico alone with their spouse. With all of the romantic destinations in the world, you may be wondering why you should vacation in Mexico.Romantic getaways in Mexico are popular for an unlimited number of different reasons. Perhaps, the climate is what draws in most couples. Almost all year long, the climate in Mexico is tropical, warm, and inviting. Many couples schedule a Mexico vacation to escape their cold weather. In addition to escaping cold weather, there is just something about a tropic environment that generates romance.Aside from the weather, many of the vacation destinations found in Mexico are geared for couples that are looking for a romantic getaway. There are a number of popular vacation destinations in Mexico, the most popular being Mexico's beaches. If you are interested in scheduling a romantic getaway at a Mexico beach, you have a number of different options to choose from.When vacationing at a beach in the United States, many couples visit the beach and then return to their hotel room. Similar...more
Each day millions of people wander in their socks or barefeet through airport security screening lines or hotel rooms. These places are teeming with fungus and bacteria. Many travelers pick up athlete's foot while on vacation. If you know how, you...more
One the most overlooked techniques in marketing your vacation rentals is the use of offline methods to achieve those vital bookings. Offline marketing can also be cost effective and if done regularly can achieve good results and successfully...more
With several companies offering their own travel deals to the general public, a lot of individuals also seek for the perfect and affordable travel deals and the majority of them end up slogging through information in a bad situation. You must have a...more
I was a lucky guy recently as I got to meet the host of the Travel Channel's "Great Vacation Homes", "Sam's Disney Favorites", "Girl Meets Hawaii" and the soon to be aired "Passport to Great Weekends" the lovely Samantha Brown.Samantha said...more
Travel insurance is an added expense tacked on to the end of your vacation tab, and most people waive the fee without learning the details of what the travel insurance covers. The most common coverage is for medical emergencies, lost luggage and a...more
What is the GhanThe Ghan is the legendary train that plies the rails between Adelaide and Darwin in Australia. It takes its passengers on a fascinating journey of 2979 kilometers through spectacular and diverse landscapes. The train travels on a...more