Families looking for parks and playgrounds in Portland are sure to find an abundance of fun in the Portland area. Portland is full of fun and natural beauty and the citizens and visitors take full advantage of their surroundings. While many visitors flock to the Oregon Trail Museum and Powell's Books for fun, others enjoy being outside. Take a look at these outdoor options when in Portland, Oregon.Tom McCall ParkEven when the weather is not so...more
The most popular tours of Africa are currently those that concentrate on the incomparable gems of South and East Africa, regions that are politically stable as well as environmentally and culturally diverse. Southern African tours, whether scheduled coach tours or tailor-made tours for the more adventurous, concentrate on a host of fascinating attractions in a range of nations. The bone-dry desert state of NamibiaThe bone-dry desert state of...more
With its temperate climate and spectacular scenery, South Africa is the ideal venue for picnickers. From the bush or parklands of Johannesburg to the tropical vegetation and warm water beaches of Durban to the scenic drives and wines estates of the Cape, there are literally perfect picnic spots to choose from. Dining al fresco is a popular choiceDining al fresco in South Africa is a popular choice and a lucrative source of income for dedicated food companies that will prepare all sorts of gastronomic delights at a price. Many of the venues, particularly the wine estates in Cape Town, have picnic baskets available on site, so all that a famished visitor has to do is order and enjoy the cuisine. As most of these appealing venues are situated rather off the beaten track, it is recommended that visitors rent a car to experience the local produce and tipple. Buy the Cape's local produce along the wayMany of the best picnic areas in Cape Town are situated out in the country where the olives, wines, fruit and cheeses are produced. If you have decided against ordering a picnic basket for the occasion, why not take a drive around the area and pop in to the dozens of farm stalls along the...more
Cape Town is a formidable venue for night-time revellers with its vast selection of bars, restaurants, live music venues and trendy night clubs. The city itself is home to a consummate array of chic nightspots but so too is the Camps Bay strip and the V&A Waterfront, all within easy range of the luxurious waterfront apartments so popular with...more
The best way to travel is really dependent upon the person who is going on holiday and the destination they have chosen. The more independent, adventurous personality will, in all likelihood, opt for the flexibility of a self drive tour, whereas the individual who prefers to have everything cut and dried and taken care of on their behalf will...more
The climax of any Uganda safari is undoubtedly tracking the largest living primate on the planet, the endangered Mountain gorilla, through some of the most impenetrable jungle in the world - the last remaining habitat of these critically endangered species. Dedicated African safari tour operators organise safari tours that specifically highlight both the plight and prowess of these remarkable animals, with sojourns to the jungles of Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Earth's final familiesEarth's final families of these iconic beasts are all gathered in a single location; a location that has been plagued by all sorts of difficulties in recent times. Ferocious civil wars, gross genocides and the outbreak of the dreaded Ebola Fever have all had a significant impact on the survival of these animals, effectively caught in the crosshairs of man. Although both Rwanda and the DRC host gorilla expeditions, it is the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park in Uganda that is hearth and home to half of the estimated 650 mountain gorillas left on earth today. Close encounters of the friendly kindGuests on the consummate Uganda holiday are taken into the depths of the...more
We all love to travel and tell yarns of our adventurous escapades in exciting destinations but one of the best ways to hold onto those memories is to shop. Decorate your home with tales of antiquity picked up for a song at the Roman market or simply...more
There are a handful of dream locations, world-wide, that offer the astute and well-heeled traveller entertainment, relaxation and, critically, relative privacy. We have selected four locations preferred by the so-called A-listers amongst us and why:...more
Was traveling to Europe a dream that you always wanted to live? Are you now planning a trip to second largest continent? But you are taken back due to exorbitant expenses that might not let you fulfill your dreams? Don't be apprehensive about the...more
South India holds history in its laps that sings songs of rich cultural history of ancient India. The richness of its heritage is truly depicted in its dance forms, architectures, temples and sculptures that amaze the foreign tourists visiting South...more
As the enthusiasm and number of people for cruising grows, the need for more cruise ships also increases giving out hundreds of cruise ship job opportunities. A lot of people has a strong desire what opportunities are available out there but there...more
There are hardly any people who fail to get impressed by the royalty of limo transportation. Limousines are a perfect way to add on a touch of special treatment while trying to say how much you care. This is the reason why most people prefer limo...more