Although the Bahamas may be most well known for its casinos and night life, it also offers many options for families. The beautiful islands really do offer something for everyone and for all ages. For the younger children in the family, the beach is the perfect location. The water is perfect for swi...

Every New Year`s Day, except when that holiday falls on a Sunday and the Rose Parade is held on January 2nd, millions of viewers around the world enjoy the Rose Parade and think about Pasadena, California. The citizens of Pasadena are justly proud of this spectacular event and the fame it brings the...

TRIUMPHS & MISFORTUNES
MY TRIP TO MALTA 1-14 MARCH The weather in Malta was a bit like my trip, sunny at times and plain ugly at others. It began with an hour plus equipment delay leaving Minneapolis, turning what should have been an easy connection at Gatwick into a breakneck race to catch our ...

As we drove from Traverse City, Michigan to Tucson, Arizona, I wrote a series of letters, and photocopied them to send to family and friends. This was the first of the three. Travel Letter #1 Saturday, 12/13/03 - Good morning. Welcome to our vacation form letter. We`re in Arizona now. The sun is shi...

Punta Cana Beaches are among the most beautiful in the world and offer a recreation area for young and old to enjoy. The beaches around Punta Cana and Bavaro, are full of white sand and beautifully maintained. The clear blue waters lined with tall palms, seem to go on forever. The calm waters around...

Every year in Arizona is the Cactus Fly-in which is one of the largest events in the city of Casa Grande AZ air show and fly-in, which is always well attended and a huge success. The event seems to be growing every year, much busier this year than last year even though general aviation has suffere...

Imagine a journey through the heart of Tanzania not unlike the romantic accounts of Ernest Hemingway. Gently rolling hills bathed in soft, gentle breezes and knotted trees blanketed in Spanish moss. Mottled mountainsides punctuated by misty mornings followed by blazing daytime heat and chilled eveni...

If you are thinking about going to Brazil, I think you are a very smart person. Brazil is an exciting country with plenty to see and do and a very warm people who love to receive and share with whomever is receptive enough to make friends with them. I would start by Rio of course. Rio is a very big...

You can get reliable, useful information from guidebooks. Yet, some are better than others and often, it`s important to know what you`re looking for when you travel, what your goals are and what your pocketbook can handle. As I often tell my fellow Traveling Paupers, a guidebook is just that? a guid...

Having discovered the treasures of South America and conquered the richest gold producing countries there to provide backing for wars in the Mediterranean and Europe, the Spanish discovered it was a long way home. The substantial quantities of gold found and stolen from the native Indians in Peru, E...

The Atacama Desert is an amazing place - renowned as the driest place on earth it conjures up images of a desolate barren wilderness. Which, of course much of it is, but it is also a land of great natural beauty and fascinating human history. One such period of its colourful history was the nitrates...

Curiosity bought me here, but something deeper, something more spiritual held me here. The long walk up the bluff left me in need of a brief rest, so I sat on the slope of one of the mounds. The entire Mississippi River valley lay before me. It was several miles wide at this point, but I could easil...

You want a fighter jet as your personal aircraft; do not deny it. You want to travel faster than the speed of sound and play Top Gun in the sky. Well, it may be possible soon for you to do this, if you have the cash of course. Having studied the possibilities and options for a Supersonic Jet Trainer...

Yesterday was our last day in New York City and our flight left at 7:57 pm, so we figured we`d store our luggage at the B&B for a few hours and head out one more time for one more round of urban exploration. Well, one area we hadn`t seen much yet was Brooklyn (other than Coney Island which we explor...

If you are planning a holiday in Boston, be sure to explore the sights in and around downtown Boston. Your kids will absolutely love The New England Aquarium -- a major attraction for families when visiting Boston. For those of you who are interested in historical and culturally rich places, downtow...

It all happened like this. My daughter-in-law called me and told me that my granddaughter was getting married in Nauvoo, Illinois on the 22 day of December. I said, ?A wedding in the winter? Just before Christmas? Well, have a great time and give my love.? She said, ?You?re coming!? It was in that w...

Located across three provinces of Andalusia, the Doñana National Park is a huge wetland area and one of Spain?s most important wildlife centres covering a massive area of 1300 sq km. It is Europe?s largest national park and has been declared as a UNESCO biosphere reserve for its important role as a ...

I think that we have been to over a dozen beaches and cities in Florida. It seems to be the place we choose whenever we travel for a number of reasons. Maybe you have a certain destination you love, and like us, want to venture out and try new vacation spots. So, without further ado, here are our...

1. HAPPY HALLOWEEN
2. SUMMER`S END
3. SPOOKY
4. THE COLD SHOULDER
5. HALLOW`S EVE
6. BOBBING FOR APPLES
7. TRICK
8. OR TREAT
9. JACK O` LANTERN
10.THE GREAT PUMPKIN


1. HAPPY HALLOWEEN
Of all the mainstay holidays that populate our year, Halloween ...

Founded in 1902, Real Madrid Club de Futebol has been one of the superpowers in European football since the middle of the last century. Indeed, they were awarded the honour of ?Best club of the 20th century by FIFA, an award for their huge domestic success and also for their domination of Europe. Re...

The beautiful Koeberg Nature Reserve surrounds the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station, and is situated only 30 km from Cape Town. It can be reached by taking the West Coast Road (R27) past the beach-side suburbs of Milnerton, Bloubergstrand and Melkbosstrand. History
The Reserve measures roughly 3,0...

If you are planning a family vacation, why not make it an extended family vacation and receive a great group travel discount? Travel with extended family?! Ok, we aren`t crazy and we know it isn`t for everyone, but we have found that the bigger the group the bigger the savings. So, if a big famil...

History On January 22, 1947, the first commercial TV station west of the Mississippi River, KTLA, began operating in Hollywood. In December of that year, the first Hollywood movie production was made for TV, The Public Prosecutor. In addition, in the 1950s, music recording studios and offices bega...

Over the coming week, I hope to lead you on a journey of discovery and adventure. Briefly taking a glimpse into a past so horrid. Of haunting tales and ghastly ends that awaited so many of her most famous occupants. Firing your imagination, so that you will delve deeper into her history for you...

Playa del Carmen and the Mayan Riviera have an exceptional variety of attractions and activities from the Mayan ruins at Tulum to the Playa del Carmen nightlife. You will love your Mexico vacation. Here is a listing of some of the popular attractions: Beaches and sport activities This area has some ...

You probably already know about the San Francisco Cable Cars. They cost $3.00 a ride and are famous for carrying passengers over the steep Nob and Russian hills. Another historic way to get around the city of San Francisco is to take an F-line streetcar. For $1.25, you`ll be riding a vintage electri...

Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in Ontario when forests light up in hues of yellow, orange and red. It`s the perfect time for drives in the countryside, to visit small villages, check out farmer`s markets, attend country fairs. We`ve had a long hot summer this year, even as I write this we...

High living and high thinking-Is that how you define your tastes? Then nothing but the best accommodations for you whether it be a business trip of a family vacation to Boston. You will find that the town has a number of luxury hotels with unparalleled style, immense comfort and elegant service. Som...

When you see Lake Titicaca you can be forgiven for thinking someone has stuck a medium-size sea right in the middle of the Andes! It is massive, covering 8,000km² and is the highest navigable lake in the world, forming most of Peru`s border with Bolivia. Many people fit a visit to Lake Titicaca into...

It appears NASA?s studies of the future of air travel and air taxi concepts. By studying these possible futures we may find our selves ready to accept flying cars in everyone?s garage. Spoke and Hub and the future of Commercial Air Travel has changed drastically over the last two-decades. The proof ...

Festivals are always fun and no one does Festivals better than the Chinese.

Of all the Chinese Festivals, the Moon Cake Festival is specifically aimed at families and in particular family reunions.

As the full moon rises, families meet together. They watch the glowing moon rise, ...

It appears that amongst Brits at least, the Charente is the favourite region to live in France. In a poll conducted by Boredeaux University, the Charente beat Aquitaine, Languedoc-Rousillon and Brittany as the preferred area to buy property, with many people opting for it as their main home. Of the ...

Scarlet, canary yellow and shimmering blue feathered birds flecked with iridescent green, chirp songs to greet the sunrise as you awake. But you do not notice. Thor?s hammer pounds your head in fury. Your eyes close from the pain. The smell of your breakfast sends waves of queasiness through your ru...

For many of us summertime = vacation time. Some people will spend their days off at the local pool. Some may choose to sightsee in their own town. Many will leave behind the comforts of home for the open road. Regardless of the destination or mode of transportation, it is important to be organized f...

Halloween is a time for both adults and kids alike to delve into their creative sides and dream up inventive Halloween costumes. It is also a time when people want to be something that they cannot be in their everyday lives. Some people choose to use their minds and try something clever, while other...

Living in Costa Rica is the ultimate expression of personal freedom. This oasis of unsurpassed beauty, eco-diversity, and ?the perfect wave? is nestled peacefully between the warm waters of the Caribbean and the Pacific. Each year, surfers, retirees and adventurers are attracted to its shores to exp...

Climate The climate in South Carolina is generally mild and humid. Spring starts in March, and the beaches are busy by mid-April. Summer begins in May with pleasant balmy days that become quite hot before the season?s end. Autumn brings a relief from extreme temperatures with lots of sunshine, ...

When it comes to spending money on vacation you have three main choices. Credit cards, cash, or traveler`s checks. Credit cards are the safest way to pay for your vacation. If they are stolen you have limited liability and they are easily replaced. The ability to dispute the charges with the credi...

Cancun is a very popular vacation desination for all ages. Most would define traveling off-peak as "traveling outside rush-hours to avoid overcrowding in public means of transport." This sounds all too simple and as we might expect - easier said than done. If you love to be around other tourist than...

Today more than ever newly married couples of all ages are opting for cruise honeymoons. What could be better after months and months of high-stress and preparation of the wedding than for the couple to be able to lay back, relax and not have to think of anything other than each other? No cares abou...

Hilton Head Island was the first ecologically-planned destination in The United States. Light pollution ordinances are in effect across the island to protect the habits of the loggerhead turtles which sometimes confuse the lights of dwellings and street lights with that of the ocean. Protections are...

When you visit the Inner Harbor in Baltimore, Maryland, you will find lots of things to see and do. To help launch your adventure in "Charm City", here are (2) of the most popular sites you will want to visit with great attractions for both kids and adults alike. At one end of the harbor is the...

Oregon`s coastline is full of secrets: veiled pleasures and surprises, clandestine, deserted beaches and hidden gems peppering the towns in the form of lodgings or eateries. But perhaps the most stunning secret on all of Oregon`s coast lies just outside of the art and culture mecca of Cannon Beach...

The Bahamas are made up of several small islands spread out through a wide expanse of ocean. In the early days of the European settlements, the lighthouses served an essential purpose, guiding ships to shore in the darkness. During night storms when the overcast sky was unable to be used as a naviga...

Maybe you don`t need to learn about survival clothing. Maybe you always hike with a spare jacket. Perhaps you never go out into the wilderness overnight, but just for day hikes. Or you bring lots of warm clothing when you do go backpacking. Nonetheless, hundreds of people die or come close to dyin...

Being a Orlando travel insider, we are revealing our secrets, and rounded up the best ways to cut costs on your next family vacation to Orlando. It all adds up....

1. Put a lid on gas prices. Your best Orlando, FL travel friend on the road should be
   Secret Resorts -- A Checklist To Find Them -- Part 1 of 4
   
   By Marcus Hochstadt - 20/01/2007
   
   
   ?Follow theses steps and you prevent disappointment? Since years the Wellness Industry experiences an upswing. The Baby-boomer wants to stay young, healthy and happy. A Wellness vacation is for this often a step into the right direction. Why not just take the time of a two week ease and escape the...
   
   What You Need To Know Before You Sell Your Boat
   
   By James "Doc" Lewis - 01/02/2006
   
   
   As the owner/operator of a full service boat detailing-yacht maintenance business I can`t help but chuckle sometimes at seeing the extremes that otherwise bright, intelligent, successful, people will go to in a misguided attempt to save a few dollars. One of the biggest mistakes that we see is ...
   
   Carnival Cruise - a perfect holiday, Rock and Rolling with Carnival Cruise
   
   By Colin Hartness - 26/01/2006
   
   
   If you want to have fun for one low price, all you need is a Carnival cruise. A Carnival cruise is a perfect way to pamper yourself. You don*t have to worry about paying extra for meals, entertainment and a range of activities. You just unpack once on the cruise ship. You are in the capable hands of...
   
   Finding Cheap Airfare Tickets for your Vacation.
   
   By Mike Yeager - 23/01/2006
   
   
   Finding cheap airfare tickets for your vacation is very important as you plan your next vacation. Imagine saving 25%-35% in airfare expenses as you get ready to travel to an exciting, exotic location. How exciting would that be? Cheap airfare tickets for a vacation can be found if you`re willing to ...