The magic of a Costa Rica vacation has been confirmed by a major international survey of the world's favorite tourism hotspots which has named Costa Rica as among the top Latin America travel destinations.Costa Rica has been ranked as the number one Latin America vacation destination in a major international survey of the world's favorite tourism hotspots.The World Economic Forum's yearly travel competitiveness report takes into account a range...more
Traveling with youngsters is an immensely rewarding experience and is the best way to open your child's eyes to some of the wonders that the world has to offer. A Peru vacation with your children could be the most memorable trip that you take with your young family and this guide, written by a local Peru travel expert, offers some advice and tips for getting the most out of your Peru vacation experience.No doubt about it, traveling with kids can...more
La Rochelle in France's Charente-Maritime provinceis an ideal holiday destination on its own or can serve as a quick detour during a trip to Paris. The city has many Christian tourist sites so for religiously inclined people or scholars wanting to study Christianity-influenced architecture, La Rochelle is definitely one of the places to be.The surroundings of the town are typically Romanesque, while the Town Hall approached by several scenic and tree-lined routes is a beautiful example of Renaissance architecture. The town is peppered with towers and monuments most notable among which are the Tour Saint-Nicholas, Tour de la Chaine, and Tour de la Lanterne - three towers that were erected to serve as guard towers to the harbour.These towers fall within "Vieux Port", or Old Port - fittingly named, as it is the oldest part of the town of La Rochelle. Old Port's streets are narrow and the buildings are made of pale stone which brings out the Mediterranean influences on the area. While travelling in Old Port keep an eye open for the several clocks and timepieces that are hundreds of years old, but impeccably maintained - a living, working reminder of a past that is still fresh and alive...more
In the press this week it was revealed that for the first quarter, the number of trips abroad that have been booked has fallen again, no big surprise. With the big firms reported ten to fifteen per cent drops in customer bookings.Holiday companies have cut capacities in anticipation of the drop in number of bookings. While there are locations that...more
Beaufort, South Carolina, is a beautiful place full of southern charm. It is a town that shouldn't be missed during your vacation to Hilton Head. One afternoon during your stay on the island, pack up the family and make some memories on the “The Queen of the Carolina Sea Islands.” Be sure to bring your sunscreen and a few extra towels...more
There are many reasons to plan a Hilton Head vacation. Not only are there many resorts and golf courses, there is also plenty of nature to explore. Many visitors to Hilton Head are those that return year after year for a fantastic beach vacation.Hilton Head is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the United States. Hilton Head beach is a clam beach that is plenty wide. It allows lots of room for everyone to spread out and enjoy their time relaxing on the beach. The sea oats that line the beach are abundant and pleasant to look at. You will also find that the beach offers something for everyone. Joggers enjoy running on the beach because the sand is packed well. The hard sand even allows for bike riding along the ocean side. Children will not be disappointed, because even though the sand is well packed it is still soft enough to build sand castles. World class golfing has avid golfers coming to Hilton Head again and again. Hilton Head Island has 23 golf courses, all of which are astonishingly beautiful. Golfers find themselves taking in the fantastic weather on Hilton Head while enjoying a little friendly competition among friends. If you have a golfer in your family, then...more
If you are thinking about an ideal trip this coming holidays, Cape Town would be the ideal place to visit. Being one of the greatest cities in the world, it has all the facilities that you expect from a top class metropolis. Along with the advantages...more
The decision to purchase a holiday home in South Africa for personal enjoyment and investment was covered extensively from a purely investment viewpoint in my last article. If you missed it and would like a copy, please contract info@staysa.co.za and...more
It wasn't that long ago that an airport was actually quite a nice place, perhaps even a nice experience with the anticipation of either returning to ones home after a day or two of meetings or business, or perhaps heading for a holiday destination....more
Some of the best travel destinations for women are in the Caribbean. With a number of tropical isles, the Caribbean is perfect for those looking for a fun-filled vacation. Be it beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters, and water sports such as...more
Summer is around the corner—prime time for vacations! But that is where we are all putting on the brakes. We are peering into our wallets and finding a little less now than we are used to. We feel the need to forgo some of our usual luxuries. So,...more
There is a reason Santa Barbara vacation rentals are a hot commodity. Santa Barbara is often referred to as "the American Riviera". The beautiful miles of beaches, majestic mountains, natural scenery and a very colorful diverse culture make Santa...more