Philadelphia is a city dear to the hearts of Americans because of its early role in as a history maker. Philadelphia is the "cradle of the nation" located between Boston and Washington, DC in Pennsylvania's southeast region. The Delaware River borders Philadelphia as does the Schuylkill River. The signing of the Declaration of Independence, on 4 July 1776, took place in Philadelphia's Independence Hall.Activity holiday tours arranged by local...more
A recession, by its very nature, is a prolonged period of intense stress for most of us. Bank balances are dwindling, opportunities are all but disappearing and debt levels are rising to untenable levels. Instead of creeping into our proverbial shells and licking our fiscal wounds, however, the healthy alternative is simply to take a break.It is arguably at these difficult times that we need to re-charge our batteries and take a look at life, not...more
African curios are sought-after by visiting tourists simply because they are visually appealing, completely unique and are the living remnants of ancient crafts that have been passed down through the generations.The vast majority of African curios are genuine, hand-crafted works of art that are still used for their original purpose, such as wooden masks used for initiation ceremonies or the popular Djembe drum used to make music.Don't run the gauntlet of excess luggage in South AfricaMany of the more popular choices are rather cumbersome and often far too big for the backpack or suitcase. Instead of running the gauntlet of excess luggage in South Africa, it is rather more feasible to opt for dedicated freight shipping from your hotel or homestay in South Africa directly to your front door, regardless of the address.Luggage shipping is the simple solution for those seduced by the mystique and sheer beauty of African curios, as it means the intrepid journeyman and woman won't have to exercise restraint - good news for both the consumer and the local artist.Authentic African masksAuthentic African masks, tooled and crafted by traditional carvers, from South Africa, Gabon, Cameroon,...more
The past century the colonialism that was the predominant feature of that time named Africa the Dark Continent. Of course, the nomenclature reflected on the colour of the skin of the indigenous people, but it does seem a bit stupid now to call the continent that might well be our collective homeland by a possibly derogatory term.DemographicsAfrica...more
Surfers Paradise is the most popular area in the entire Gold Coast region. People who visit Surfers Paradise often claim they feel like they are in heaven on earth. As such, many individuals who come here end up staying longer than expected or never leaving at all. Such is the nature of this beautiful beach and surrounding metropolitan area. If you...more
With the skyrocketing prices of gas and food, many families simply cannot afford to hop on a plane and head to an exotic locale for their yearly family vacation anymore. However, don't let the economic downturn ruin your plans to have a family vacation this year. One of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to have a family vacation on a budget is to go camping.There are a variety of campgrounds across the US so you don't have to go very far to enjoy a unique camping adventure. Because you won't have to travel a long way, you will save on gas and thus help to preserve our environment. For an eco-friendly vacation that is equally friendly on your pocket book, go camping for your next family vacation. Whether you want to head to a campground in an RV, stay in a cabin, or pitch a tent, there are numerous activities you and your family can enjoy in the wild.Activities Families Can Enjoy on a Camping TripWhen you go camping there are activities appropriate for family members of all ages. Some common activities associated with camping include: golfing, hunting, fishing, canoeing, swimming, kayaking, biking, river rafting, hiking, caving, and bathing in hot springs. Many campgrounds also...more
I spent over a year working in the rental car industry in that time I witnessed 7 out of 10 customers being taken advantage of by the rental agent in a multitude of ways.Many customers are not even aware they are being ripped off when rental agents...more
Are you looking for an innovative way to please your girlfriend this weekend?Are you planning a romantic evening with your spouse on her birthday?Do you want to celebrate your wedding anniversary in exclusive way?If you are really planning anyone of...more
Costa Rica is truly beautiful - magnificent even. It is one of the most bio diverse countries in the world. Nestled between Nicaragua and Panama, between the Pacific and the Caribbean, it is home to lush rainforests, active volcanoes, hills, valleys...more
Melbourne is the capital of Victoria, Australia. Melbourne offers great shopping and dining and Victoria has got a beautiful countryside and coast line combining beautiful national and state parks with quiet little towns and some larger regional...more
You need short stay apartments during your Melbourne stay. Although luxury hotels in Melbourne are a popular accommodation option in such cases, but nowadays the concept of short stay apartment and serviced apartments are being popular and perfect...more
A classic option to explore the celebrated cities of France such as Nice is through car travel because the unbounded freedom that car travel offers is much needed for exploring Nice in France. Cruising through the south of France, there are museums,...more