London is the Capital of England and is located on the River Thames, London is one of the most iconic cities in the world. It is the gateway to Europe for many travellers, featuring Westminister parliament, Big Ben and St Pauls Cathedral. Here you can take a spin on the worlds best known big wheel, go for a show at the cities famous West End and sample some of Englands best known night life, all in one day.With a population of 7.5 million people...more
What does Pittsburgh, Europe, and ancient Egypt all have in common? They all enjoy a good beer. Beer is the oldest and most widely enjoyed alcoholic beverage. With such a long and widespread history, there are many varieties of beer. No matter if you are relaxing on an outside patio in the spring or inside a sports bar watching a Steelers game in the winter, there is a beer for every situation.Outdoor Patio Dining in the Summer vs. Sports Bars in...more
Professionals are attracted to Queensland like a magnet, and chefs are no exception. With the growing culture, in Queensland, comes some of the best chefs. This popular beach strip has an abundance of fine dining options and recently has spread to the regional areas as well. The Gold Coast has some of the best restaurants that vary in cuisine types.Seafood restaurants: Aqua restaurant in Labrador for a beautiful view of boats from the terrace and a clean simple internationally inspired menu that everyone will enjoy; This is an ideal setting: Georges Paragon in Sanctuary Cove is arguably the Gold Coasts number one seafood restaurant with seafood coming straight from the boats to your table. Shucks, located on the Gold Coast at Main Beach on the famous eat street, Tedder Avenue is a great place for people watching by day and a gently lit dinner by night.Italian Restaurants: At Surfers Paradise, Al Fresco Restaurant has an extensive menu with daily specials. Brunello's, at Tamborine Mountain uses mostly local produce, seasonal fruits and vegetables, It is a family business catering to the traditional cuisine since the 1950's. On Broadbeach, you can try Volare, they have an authentic...more
Our family simply love it, travel in South Africa is easy for us, we live here. From our base in East London, in the Eastern Cape, we have a short hop through Port Alfred and on to Port Elizabeth. The start (or end) of the Garden Route, it depends which way you're coming from. For this travel article we'll take you from Cape Town toward Port...more
Visiting Panama's Bocas Del Toro? Ten Tips to Maximize your HolidayAre you thinking about going to Bocas Del Toro, Panama? Think no more! Pack your bags and get going! It's time to hit the finest beaches that you'll ever find in the Caribbean like the Red Frog beach (and you can probably see some of the little Red Frogs the beach was named after,...more
Paris Hideaways offers top rental tips for choosing the right vacation apartment for your trip to the City of LightsParis/London 8 June 2009So you've decided to rent a vacation apartment for your trip to Paris! Congratulations!The advantages of a vacation rental apartment in Paris over a hotel are almost too numerous to mention. Depending on the length of your stay you will save hundred if not thousands of Euros, Dollars, Pounds or Pesos! A vacation apartment means living like a local in a historic and central Parisian arrondissement, and having the option to run down to the local Boulangerie or market to pick up fresh, healthy ingredients to cook your own delicious meals. Not too mention you can try on for size what it might actually feel like to be Parisian.However, choosing the right vacation apartment for you can be a time-intense task, so Paris Hideaways have created a list of top tips to guide you in choosing the right apartment for your trip to Paris.Top Tips for booking the right Paris vacation apartment rental1. Do your homeworkThere are countless numbers of agencies in Paris renting out vacation apartments. Research the agency, and read reviews of each agency on Trip...more
South Africa, host country to the 2010 soccer world cup. Football, soccer, accommodation, full hotels, crowded roads, no hotel beds, chaos, visitors, tourism, what does this all mean to South Africa. Well, in my humble opinion this is probably one of...more
South Africa, a holiday in winter, you've got to be kidding. Are you aware that the 2010 soccer world cup, the largest sport event in the world will bring thousands of travel visitors to South Africa to watch this even slap bang in the middle of...more
Big City Travel Tips - Safety FirstBig city travel has never been more alarming for individuals not used to city travel and unfamiliar with the city in question. It can be daunting travelling to a new destination, but apprehension is more likely to...more
The Travel Bug: How To Cope With Travel Sickness & Other Illnesses AbroadFor those of us that get sick when abroad, it is just typical! You have all year round to be sick and then the one week that you are away from your mundane and boring life you...more
Budget Honeymoon Travel: How To Consummate The Best DealsAnyone that has ever paid for a wedding will fully realise just how expensive it is. Many individuals save up for years for their wedding and yet find that they only have just enough for their...more
Budget Travel Insider SecretsBudget travel is the buzz phrase when it comes to planning a vacation today. There are so many ways to actually make a vacation fit your budget rather than the other way around, and yet some people still have no idea...more