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Ireland is referred to as the Emerald Isle because of its seemingly endless expanses of verdant trees, deep woods, and rolling green hills. About an hour and a half south of Dublin, County Wicklow in turn is called the "Garden of Ireland," and 47 of the county's best acres are home to the Powerscourt House and Gardens.

A Long and Noble History

The Powerscourt site was first settled in the 12th century, but it was not until 1299 that a castle was finally erected by the namesake Power family.

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Popularly known as 'Queen of Hills', Shimla is one of the charming hill station and the capital city of Himachal Pradesh state. Surrounded by pine, oak and deodar forests, Shimla is one among the most visited hill stations in India. Amidst the lofty snow-clad Himalayan ranges surrounded by lakes and lush green pastures, a narrow railway links from Kalka to Shimla was introduced in 1924.Christ Church, The Mall, The Ridge, Jakhu Temple, Annandale and Kalka-Shimla Railway are the major and the top

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When we travel to new places, it's easy to get sucked into tourist traps, ticking off the most iconic sights and dropping more cash than is entirely necessary. Admittedly, you may want to ensure you visit the spots that the place is known for. But more often than not these days, we also want a more authentic experience when we travel to exciting new destinations. Rather than being herded along with other tourists, there is a romance surrounding living amongst the locals, understan

Your honeymoon is your first chance to get away as a married couple. It is often a welcome period of rest after the long months of wedding planning. Many people have an idea of where they would like to go. Perhaps you have been dreaming about a fairytale destination for years. Others may spend months looking for the perfect honeymoon location. Island getaways are a popular choice. For some reason, sun and surf on an isolated island represent romance across the globe. The Galapagos Islands have a

We of course have thousands of options - even just within the USA - for our precious vacation time and money. And even within the huge state of California, amazing destinations abound. But after seeing the marquis likes of San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego, Big Sur, the redwoods, and the Pacific Coast Highway, many appealing spots remain. And one that is getting increasing love from visitors is this state's dynamic capital, Sacramento (pop. ), as little as 2 1/2 hours by car or train northe

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If you’re in the market for a bit of a “different” excursion out of Cape Town apart from the ever popular Cape Winelands, Robben Island, and the Cape of Good Hope, for scenery, beaches, a spot of history, and enjoying the great outdoors, give a thought to popping out 30 to 60 minutes south from the city (driving or via light rail toward Simon’s Town) down Cape Point, essentially Africa’s southwesternmost. Along here, False Bay is a long, lovely

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When it comes down to spending money at the airport, we're usually told to hide away our wallets, not look directly in a shop window and just keep moving until you reach your gate. The thing is, the airport is home to a lot of temptations and, especially when you're at the start of your holiday, it can be a bottomless well of expense when you really should be saving your money for whilst you're abroad. But there are a few items you might consider buying within the confines or the airpor

Nepal is a land of majestic peaks and the exotic landscapes. If you wish to visit Nepal you have many things to involve into. Alike many tourists, if you plan to go on mountainous treks then you have the bunch of choices. The peaks extending from the east to the western border of Nepal opens up different trek opportunities for you. Treks extend from Everest Base in the east to the Saipal Himal Trek in the far west.

Many travelers choose to trek in the Annapurna region thanks to its good roads,

My first was primarily Australia and New Zealand (five-plus months in 2016-2017). At this writing (September 2018. month five of my current trip) I am in Bali, Indonesia where I have been two weeks. I then go to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and the region, followed by Hanoi/Halong Bay, Vietnam and then Siem Riep, Cambodia for Angkor Wat.

I will then return to Australia where I started the first week of May (direct from Jamaica no less where I had been for a destination wedding that I planned, organized

The capital of New Zealand is popular for its nature, culture, art, as well as for being the country's political and financial center. Most visitors particularly enjoy the area around the harbor and the waterfront area, with historic places and an amazing view of the city. Even more appealing - most attractions are free of charge! Plan ahead with our easy Wellington four-day itinerary.

Wellington is a great place for adventure lovers. The mountain driving and cable car are the city's top att

Switzerland is one of the most highly-ranked tourist destinations all across the world. From charming lakes to historic cities and mountains to valleys, Switzerland is breathtakingly gorgeous as it looks like a set of a Hollywood movie. If you too are booking Switzerland tour packages and looking for some fabulous places to add in your itinerary, you have come to the right page. For spectacular views and experiences, you practically can't go wrong anywhere in this country, but for what it's wor

If you head south from Goa, in northern Karnataka state you will land in the coastal city of Karwar. Snugly settled between the Sahyadri Mountains in the east and the expansive Arabian Sea on the west, its harbor on the south and the Kali River (Kalinadi) in the north, Karwar is a colorful seaport on India's western coast.

With scenic natural locales, ancient forts and temples, the town of Karwar is steeped in history and is a significant destination on the tourism map of India. The European col

Travelers who are passionate about wandering to new destinations often put a hold on their exploration owing to expenses. In order to fulfill all their travel wishes, and to save money for their next trips, they need to cut down flight expenses. If your someone who wants to save on travels, cutting down on flight booking cost is one of the ways to reduce your expenses. Flight tickets costs vary depending on the day of the week, time of the week, and holidays. Follow these simple tricks to acqu

Brazil is, of course, lots more than samba, Carnaval, and Petrobras. Or even, when it comes to cuisine, the likes of moqueca (a kind of fish stew), bobó de camarão (shrimp with manioc and coconut milk), and the national dish, the bean stew feijoada. On the streets of Rio de Janeiro, for example, there’s an avalanche of street food, and a star in the category is a variety of refreshing tropical juices.

And a naturally the tropical climate plays a huge role in local tastes, it’s no surprise that th

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One fine May day back in 1718, an Andalusian Franciscan friar, Antonio de Olivares, established the Misión San Antonio de Valero in an area first explored in the late 17th-century by Spaniards out of Quéretaro in New Spain (present-day Mexico), to establish Spanish presence and evangelise the local Payaya people. Over the succeeding decades, five more Catholic missions were built, forming the nucleus of the town that eventually grew into today’s city, but that first mission – which

The Maasai (also spelled Masai) are is a unique and popular tribe due to their distinctive, long preserved culture. Despite education, civilization and western cultural influences, the Maasai people have clung to their traditional way of life, making them a symbol of Kenyan culture as well as important in that of Tanzania.

Making a fire.

Maasai's distinctive culture, dress style and strategic territory along the game parks of Kenya and Tanzania have made them one of

Not long ago, one of our pilots shared with us an account of a typical “day at the office,” and we thought you’d be interested to learn more about what life is like for the folks in the cockpit.

Loreto Costa Krämer, it seems, was born to fly. Since childhood she lived surrounded by airplanes thanks to her dad’s passion for aviation, and would avidly read his many magazines and books on airplanes and flying. Taking a glider course at age 18 convinced her to go for a career as an aviation profess

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If you love natural scenery, biodiversity in forest reserve forests, or are an avid nature photographer life, don’t miss the precious chance to immerse into wonderland with Ninh Binh boat ride.

1. Trang An boat ride:

Considered the on-land equivalent of Ha Long Bay, Trang An is has calm waters, graceful green surroundings, and spectacular caves, and antique temples, all navigated by boat along sparkling emerald rivers. Under towering limestone cliffs covered in lush rainforests, floating on the

                            Road from Vorotan Canyon to Tatev

Those who've traveled to this tiny (pop. barely three million), ancient country in the mountainous Caucasus region east of Turkey wonder why Armenia isn't on many travelers' bucket lists. Not a lot of nations can boast such an ancient and rich cultural heritage dating far back as the ancient times - a 6,000-year-old winemaking tradition, for example or a capital, Yerevan, 28 years older than the "Eternal City," Rome.   

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In addition to its senior status among South Island settlements (founded in 1841 and named after the famed English admiral Lord Nelson), this city of a bit over 51,000 also happens to lie at the geographical centre of New Zealand. And it's become a popular getaway for Kiwis attracted to its laid-back lifestyle and art/culinary scene, with a lively marketplace and a handful of museums, gardens, and other attractions thrown in (renting a bike is the best way to get around). 

But even more than all