Archive | July, 2011
August is the Month for Snake Festivals in India
www.flickr.com user gregor_y. Despite the fact that snake charming is banned in India, it’s still alive and well in some parts of the country. If you’re interested in seeing a dramatic display of this ancient art, don’t miss the Jhapan Mela, held in West Bengal in mid August. … Read Full Post View full post [...]
Continue reading...Hiking Colorado Springs
31. July 2011
By Jo Dickison In Colorado Springs you don’t have to go outside the city to hike some outstanding natural areas. Here are three stunning parks within the city limits. There’s a reason they call it Garden of the Gods. One of the best known parks in Colorado, the Garden has 13 peaks, stunning red rock pinnacles, and [...]
Continue reading...Hawaiian Flag Day – July 31, 2011
31. July 2011
Hawaiian Flag In 1990, Governor of Hawaii, John D. Waihee III, proclaimed July 31 to be “Ka Hae Hawaii Day,” the Hawaiian Flag Day. The proclamation was, in large part, due to the effort of the staff of Pu`ukohola Heiau National Historic Site on Hawaii’s Big Island, one of the only three locations in Hawaii… [...]
Continue reading...Visit Sedan, the Biggest Castle in Europe
31. July 2011
The biggest castle in Europe dominates the little town of Sedan, east of Charleville-Mezieres on the border with Belgium in the French Ardennes. It’s a wonderful castle, well preserved and a tour gives you a wonderful tour through the centuries. … Read Full Post View full post on About.com France Travel
Continue reading...Fatahillah Square in Jakarta, Indonesia, Then and Now.
30. July 2011
Drawing of Batavia Stadthuis by Danish painter Johannes Rach from the late 18th century; public domain. It might not be much to look at now, but Fatahillah Square in present-day Jakarta used to be the nexus of military and economic power in Indonesia, back when the Dutch held sway in the East Indies. … Read [...]
Continue reading...Good summer activity – relaxing at China’s public parks
30. July 2011
It’s summertime and we’ve been spending a lot of time in parks lately. Despite the heat, I have to get the kids outside and with sunscreen and plenty of water, we’re good to go. … Read Full Post View full post on About.com China Travel
Continue reading...Tropical Storm Don No Threat to Caribbean
30. July 2011
Tropical Storm Don recently formed in the Gulf of Mexico, but current projections show to storm moving northwest onto the Texas coast, far from the Riviera Maya or anywhere else in the Caribbean. I’ll update you if anything changes, but don’t let Don do anything to change your Caribbean travel plans this weekend! View full [...]
Continue reading...The Radar: Budget Backpacking in Colombia, Choosing a Travel Mate, Bargaining Tips for the Non-Confrontational
30. July 2011
Low on price, high on adventure. Where to go scuba diving, whitewater rafting, bungee jumping, or trekking in Colombia without breaking your backpacker budget. Plus, inexpensive ways to explore Colombia’s historic and cultural centers. [Off Track Planet] Best friends can make the worst travel mates. How to test the compatibility of your travel companion before [...]
Continue reading...And the Bride Wore Jimmy Choos
30. July 2011
Zara Phillips wed Rugby star Mike Tindall today in historic Canongate Kirk, on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. All the Royals turned out, most of the women wearing this year’s fashionable flying saucer on their heads – except of course for the Queen, whose hat never really changes The bride, piped-in by a kilt-wearing piper, [...]
Continue reading...Rome Restaurant Near the Colosseum
30. July 2011
While many of the restaurants near the Colosseum are pretty touristy, there are a few good ones. Marla and Fabrizio, of Bella Baita Bed and Breakfast in Piemonte, recommend Pasqualino al Colosseo, Via SS Quattro 64/66, on a side street about five minutes from the Colosseum. The fairly extensive menu includes fresh fish and pizza [...]
Continue reading...Come Fly With Me … For Less, to be Frank
30. July 2011
Remember the good ol’ days when airline travel was for those privileged few who could afford it? Far gone. Thanks for that. These days (if you are lucky) you can get a flight from the US to Ireland for less than it would cost you to take a train from New York to Florida. But [...]
Continue reading...The Other Royal Wedding In Another World
30. July 2011
She may be the Queen’s eldest granddaughter, daughter of Princess Anne, and 13th in line for the throne (so technically a Royal) but when Zara Phillips emerged from her wedding rehearsal in Edinburgh earlier today, it was in jeans and a sweater. … Read Full Post View full post on About.com United Kingdom Travel
Continue reading...Return Your Bottles for Cash
29. July 2011
When you buy drinks in bottles or cans in Scandinavia, check for the recycling symbol on the container. It’ll guarantee that you get cash back: For example, in Denmark you get back up to DKK 3.00 and Sweden offers up to SEK 4.00. In Norway you receive NOK 2.50 for large bottles and cans. So, [...]
Continue reading...Jakartas Antique Market on Jalan Surabaya Endangered?
29. July 2011
Image © Mike Aquino, licensed to About.com. A few weeks back I was blissfully “antiquing” down Jakarta, Indonesia’s famous flea market on Jalan Surabaya in the Menteng district. It’s got almost everything, and more stuff you don’t think you need, like wayang goleng, or Javanese puppets; batik; and rare vinyl LPs of Eddie Murphy’s only [...]
Continue reading...Life Changing India: Inspired to Work with Elephants
29. July 2011
Elephant in India. Sharell Cook. I love a good inspirational India story, especially because India catapulted my life down a completely different but very fulfilling path, which I’ll always be amazed and grateful for. Therefore, I was really pleased that my colleague from About.com Africa Travel sent me a link to this article titled, “How [...]
Continue reading...Wellness Escapes in Mexico
29. July 2011
When you think vacation, you may think of long lazy days by the pool or on the beach drinking calorie-laden cocktails, and overdoing it at the buffet. Many people return from their holidays a few pounds heavier and fatigued from heavy partying. You could make better use of your vacation time, however. Going on vacation [...]
Continue reading...Kids Stay Free at Barcelo Maya Beach Resort
29. July 2011
Kids stay free this summer at the all-inclusive Barcelo Maya Beach Resort in the Mexican Caribbean, and parents get up to 40 percent off room rates. Book a room at the Barceló Maya Palace, Beach/Caribe or Colonial/Tropical hotels and up to two kids stay free with adults. You must book by Aug. 14, 2011 to get [...]
Continue reading...São Paulo Attractions: The Martinelli Building
29. July 2011
One of the best values in São Paulo sightseeing, the Martinelli Building is a top attraction due to its historic importance as the city’s first skyscraper and the panoramic views from its terrace. As a side perk, visits are free, the lines are not long and you have about half an hour to enjoy the guided [...]
Continue reading...My Hotel Breakfast Beef
29. July 2011
You know the drill when you travel with kids and it’s time for breakfast. You head down to the one restaurant that’s open in the hotel, sit down, and then a waiter recites that the serve-yourself buffet is $19 per person, and the continental breakfast—a smaller option usually with cereal, toast, bagels, and fruit—runs $12. [...]
Continue reading...New York City Helicopter Tours
29. July 2011
Want to have a once-in-a-lifetime experience in New York City? Starting at $139 (not including fuel & security fees), a New York City helicopter tour is a great way to … Read Full Post View full post on About.com New York City Travel
Continue reading...Vatican Museums Security Screening
29. July 2011
Before entering the Vatican Museums, visitors must pass through a routine security screening. I recently met someone who said that it would be good to remind visitors not to carry even a small pocket knife when you go. His was confiscated, along with many others. The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel are among the places [...]
Continue reading...Why a Booking Platform May or May Not be Your Best Bet
29. July 2011
Received wisdom of the internet – booking platforms are always cheap and hotel websites never give you a real bargain. Okay, the first part is an urban legend, the second part too. The savvy traveller planning a trip to Ireland will use all means to get bargain Irish accommodation. Don’t ignore the “offers” button on [...]
Continue reading...Extra Airport, Port Buses Added
29. July 2011
In an effort to help travelers get to and from the Athens International Airport during the ongoing taxi strike, the Airport Buses will run 24 hours a day, eKathimerini reports, … Read Full Post View full post on About.com Greece Travel
Continue reading...Backpacker Cheatsheets Give First-Timers in Southeast Asia the Edge.
28. July 2011
The Internet has made travel into Southeast Asia much easier than it was for first-time backpackers twenty years ago. Now you don’t have to buy or borrow a Lonely Planet guidebook for your country of choice, you can just download one of GuideGecko’s Backpacker Cheatsheets for free. … Read Full Post View full post on [...]
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