Many young boys are passionate about Legos, and my 9-year-old Matthew is one of them. So on our last trip to Orlando, several weeks ago, a visit to the new Legoland was of course a must. This new amusement park opened October 15 in Winter Haven, a 45-minute drive south of Orlando, on the site of the former Cypress Gardens. Driving down, it felt like we were on a pilgrimage to Mecca - the anticipation was radiating from the back seat of our rental car.
The park was clean, bright, and cheerful, a
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Amsterdam succeeds, in its little dirty, shameful but oh so irresistible ways, to get under the skin of the traveler, overpower and charm them so much, that they just have to go back. Time and again. Year after year. That’s probably because Amsterdam is a city that despite its small size is very cheeky and few cities can tickle the adventurer in you, such as this oasis of liberty.
Amsterdam is constantly evolving, everything is changing with a neck breaking speed here. Since the millennium, the c
San Diego is best known for beautiful beaches and its world-famous Zoo, but we also enjoy a rich cultural life – including great theatre.
Since mid-November, the Stratford Shakespeare Festival production of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has been wowing audiences at La Jolla Playhouse. I saw the show about a week ago and was positively stunned by the music and the drama.
The show reminded me why I loved all of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s earlier works, but the credit for this production of Superstar goes
10 REASONS WHY I SHOULD HAVE BOUGHT A PARK CITY CONDO
In 2004 I almost bought a condo in Park City, Utah, but I never pulled the trigger. That failure of nerve still keeps me up at night, especially during ski season, because Park City is my favorite winter sports destination. Here are ten reasons (there are more) why I'm still kicking myself:
Park City has three ski resorts – Deer Valley, The Canyons, and Park City Mountain Resort – sitting side by side and looming over an authentic old mo
Turrialba Valley is located in east side of Cartago Province, just one hour and thirty minutes away from San Jose. During the past few years, the wealth and beauty of this area has been discovered by the increasing number of visitors every year.
Here you can find a unique charm and essence, very different to the popular and regular touristic places in other parts of the country. A special combination of distinctive elements made of this valley a one of a kind; the tropical forest, world class con
The beautifully landscaped Hyatt is a wonderful hotel on a beautiful beach in Saipan. The dining experiences are exciting and diverse. The Niji Japanese Restaurant offers both traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine featuring the freshest ingredients prepared by authentic Japanese chefs. Guests can enjoy a bountiful daily lunch buffet highlighted by live sushi, teppanyaki, tempura stations, and more. For dinner, a teppanyaki room, sushi counter, and a private dining room are available.
Tr
Should Travel Writers Ask for Free Trips or Get Paid by a Destination?
This started out with a question: Should travel writers ask for free trips.
It’s a vexing and contentious issue for travel professionals.
The ethical issues are pretty clear: If a travel writer is given an all-expense trip to a country, hotel, resort or whatever - and this usually includes airfare, meals, accommodations and passes to attractions in the region - can that writer be balanced in his or her article?
In the
Most streets in Venice are crowded by tourists, even the narrowest, and it is difficult to discover something new, but here’s your essential guide to the city’s hidden gems.
Where to stay in Venice
Le Marinaresche , apartment block from the 18th th century, in the city center. Grocers, restaurant 30 m. Central position, with all sorts of services and different shops in the surrounding area. Approx 300 m from theGiardini dell Biennale. Vaporetto stop”Giardini” (connection with Lido, San Marco squar
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I would say many thanks to "Tripatini" for giving me the chance to express myself through this creative and imaginative social network !I
I have to say a special thanks to each Tripatini's member who has choosen to share some thoughts with me!
That means a lot for me, because I started making some new experiences and learning a little bit more around the web's reality just nine months ago.
This is my gift to all of you, taken from YouTube and managed at the "Carlson School of Ma
'Tis the season for tasty accessible sparkling wines! You need not be a purist and only settle for Champagne to celebrate with the bubbly. Cavas and Proseccosare a great start for party wines to toast a grand occasion with hors d'oeuvres, or to finish off an opulent meal with dessert.
But there are many other low to mid-priced sparkling wines that are just begging to be enjoyed. One great example is Trapiche's Extra Brut made from a blend of 70% Chardonnay, 20% Semillon, and 10% Malbec. These gra
Explore the Lake Charles historic district
Get a feel for the Lake Charles’ past by exploring The Charpentier District. The district is on the National Register of Historic Places and covers 40 blocks with hundreds of turn-of-the-century buildings of mixed styles. Even though each building has its own unique charm from wrap-around porches to gambles to towers to
La Jolla’s fame as Southern California’s most beautiful beach community draws travelers from all over the world. Unfortunately, most visitor maps don’t make it clear that La Jolla is part of San Diego, which can make getting here a bit confusing.
I’ve already discussed La Jolla’s location, but I never really explained how to get here. (Apologies.)
Your best bet for finding a map online is to go to Mapquest. If you’re driving, they can provide good directions. If not, you’ll be able to appreci
One has to look no further than Vinny D’Agostino’s homemade limoncello served at the King and Prince Resort's tavern to get a sense of how deep the passion runs here for locally sourced ingredients being incorporated into craft-made cuisine and beverages. Vinny, the resort’s new Food and Beverage Director, is just getting started here having been on staff less than year. But his previous 23 years in the restaurant business reads like a top who’s who industry profile. Crisscrossing the country wi
Thessaloniki, Greece
Why Thessaloniki?
Many times travelers overlook the north of Greece completely which is a shame. Thessaloniki, also known is Salonika is hip, cool and artsy, and should not be neglected by tourists. Thessaloniki is Greece’s cultural capital. Some of Greece’s greatest musicans, artists, poets, thinkers were from Thessaloniki. Stroll along the waterfront. It has some of the
Almost since the dawn of recorded history, Man has been crossing the Aegean Sea by boat, and this remains the best way to do it. We could paraphrase the words of Jean-Jacques Rousseau: ‘If you just want to get there, you could fly, but to travel, you must take a boat’
There are boats of all description plying this sea, and I’ve sailed on a lot of them. The one that the island people themselves use, as well as the tourists, is the ferry. Most of these leave the Greek mainland from the port of Pi
DELAWARE WATER GAP: WHY DID THE CLIFF PARK INN SHUT DOWN?
A couple of years ago I wrote, "Cliff Park Inn near Milford, Pennsylvania, has a rich history dating back to Colonial times -- check out that wide-plank floor -- with additions c.1820 by an uncle of Pres. James Buchanan. The nine-hole, wide-fairway golf course, completed in 1912, was the first on this planet owned by a woman (Annie R. Buchanan built it because women weren’t allowed on American courses). And the entire property is now par
If you can’t get to Seneca Niagara Casino in Niagara Falls, New York then try this award winning Chef Joseph Fire’s recipe from La Cascata Italian restaurant.
Seafood Cioppino
16/20 Shrimp
20/30 Scallops
20 Clams, littleneck
20 Mussels, PEI
1 teaspoon minced garlic
The Provencal culture comes alive on the 4th of December.
The day signifies the start of the Christmas season, called “La Calendale.”
It’s a vibrant period filled with festivities, customs and rites. Nativity displays, songs, and “Santons,” or little saints, are all part of the grand tradition.If you’re currently visiting France, or planning to visit during the Yuletide season, an excursion to the renowned region of Provence is a must.
Christmas Markets
It’s a winter wonderland all over Prove
Roatan, one of the Bay Islands just off the north coast of Honduras has long been a favorite of the dive crowd, but Turquoise Bay is great not only for divers but also for leisure travelers. Located on the North Coast on a beautiful bay protected by a long reef, guest can go diving and snorkeling but also kayaking, jet skiing, or just lounge on the beach or by the pool. Turquoise Bay is set on a hillside with spectacular ocean views. The protected bay means the water is calm - perfect for swim
Authentic luxury travelers know that planning any customized trip takes considerable time, and when multiple generations are involved it makes the process even more challenging. Having said that, the popularity of “3G” (three generation) family vacations is soaring because so many busy people want an opportunity to re-connect with kids, parents, spouses, and siblings in a relaxed environment.
Because of time constraints, the planner designated by the family might compromise and book a cruise o
