My wife and I live in a 200-year-old home on Cape Cod. It is our home, and it is our work. We are innkeepers. Doesn't that have a poetic and romantic ring to it? Well, it is both poetic and romantic, but it is a labor of love, as well. We are never bored, for certain.There are duties involved in the standard innkeeper's day that are visible and obvious to guests, and there are duties that go unsung and unseen. Still, there are two of us to share...more
Family. There is nothing like time spent with family, is there? Would you consider vacationing with family? Or even spending a long weekend with family? Or hosting a family event away from home? You're thinking of a big venue, aren't you? A hotel with 200 rooms or more? Staff that changes every 8 hours? Breakfast that's been kept warm under heating lights, or even worse, is wrapped in cellophane?I'm thinking of something more personal. My wife...more
Transport:How to get there The modern Siem Reap International Airport which is located 6 kilometres from Siem Reap City is serviced by most of South East Asia's International Airlines. These airlines include Malaysia Airlines, Lao airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Thai Airways, Bangkok Airways and China Airways.In addition Cambodia's domestic airlines provide flights to on from Phnom Penh. Daily bus operators service the route from Phnom Penh with fleets of air conditioned buses. For the same travel time (5-6 hours) a river ferry service operates from Phnom Penh port along the Tonle Sap River and Lake to Chong Khneas, 11 kilometres south of Siem Reap City overload from Thailand the most direct route to Siem Reap is through the crossing at Poi pet. A large section of the road from Poi pet is still under construction so expect a bumpy ride.How to get round: The tuk-tuk is the most widely used form of transport around the city and surroundings. Taxis and small buses run tours to the temples and for the more energetic tourist, bicycles can be hired from accommodation sites. It is not possible to hire cars around the city.Where to Stay: No matter what your budget there is suitable,...more
Today I am off to the Bug Zoo with my friend and co-worker Lisa. We are on a mission to check out some of the attractions in Victoria and report on them. The Bug Zoo is located at 631 Courtenay Street, just off of Douglas. It is only a few blocks from the famed Empress Hotel and only two blocks from popular Government Street. When Lisa and I walk...more
Brisbane is the capital of Queensland Australia and is a popular tourism and business destination. The city is home to almost 2 million people and renowned for its laid back atmosphere and temperate climate. Almost 5 million people visit the city, for either business or pleasure, every year.Brisbane Airport (airport code: BNE) features both...more
Gulet cruising is one of the most popular activities that holidaymakers can enjoy while exploring the temptations of the Turkish Riviera. It is no exaggeration to say that they are to Turkey what the Gondola is to Venice or the Tram is to Melbourne. The modern industry of the Gulet cruise has evolved to perfectly exploit the beauties of Turkey's Aegean coastline, providing visitors with unforgettable views of a uniquely attractive country; an ideal opportunity to enjoy the warm waters and secluded coves of this breathtaking region. But what makes a Gulet a Gulet?A Gulet is an all-wooden motor-powered sailing yacht that is famed for providing the zenith of luxury. Though primarily motor-powered they often boast tall sails as a secondary, and quieter, means of propulsion. Opulently designed to be both pleasing to the eye and appealing to the needs of the discerning traveller, they are a product of a maritime heritage that is second to none. From the Classical era through to the Ottoman Empire and beyond, the Turkish region has been famous for the quality of its craftsmen and the handsomeness of its ships. The Gulet is the modern representation of this tradition.The name 'Gulet' is...more
There are few places in the world better suited to the thrill of Paragliding than the Turkish resort of Olu Deniz. But how does one go about arranging it? Can anyone Paraglide? What does it require? As a sport that not many people have had the...more
An idyllically serene resort bathed in warmth and surrounded by the natural beauty of southern Turkey, holidays to Kalkan are most often based around the golden sand beaches and the plethora of first-class restaurants in the town. Listed by The...more
If you've driven by Playa Bonita Resort chances are you may have seen the man above - Juventino Jimenez J. - sitting under his umbrella or grooming one of his 7 horses that he rents to tourists and residents.As I was traveling down the road on my way...more
Travel to Morocco in comfort and style with us. Travelscene American Express offers great online travel deals, flights, packages & cruises backed by 400 experienced agencies Australia wide. Luxury travel deals and deluxe packages are a speciality...more
Cornwall is one the loveliest of the Western counties of England. It is a county of spectacular landscapes and a host of attractions which make this county one of the most popular tourist destination in the British Isles. A bed and breakfast stay is...more
Using a backpack for your carryon luggage has many advantages. Airlines typically allow you to carry on one piece of luggage, so you want to make sure that what you carry on has the most available storage space and allows you to carry what you want....more