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Memphis, we were looking for what was happening in your restaurant scene, and we found it! Recently a fellow writer and myself were lucky enough to learn firsthand what the food vibe was like in this city.

Good restaurants abound in Memphis, and one of the finest is run by a pair of great chefs who have been nominated for the James Beard Best Chefs award, Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman. They opened Catherine & Mary's in a renovated apartment building downtown Memphis two years ago. These two brin

Shaved ice dessert at Shogetsu Himuro

Nikko, an area just less than two hours north of Tokyo on the Limited Express Tobu-railway line, has been famous in Japan for more than a century, providing a respite for cooling off and immersing in nature, during Tokyo's hot and humid summers.

Shinkyo Bridge, Nikko in Summer

One means for cooling off is ice. During winter, Nikko's good-quality natural mountain spring water and traditional methods are used to make hard, highly transparent ice.

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by Inka Piegsa Quischotte

It’s an undeniable trait of the Spanish national character that most everyone loves a festival. You can safely say that approximately every other week (if not every week) there is a festival, feria, or fiesta somewhere in Spain – including copious music, food, drink, fireworks, firecrackers and general merrymaking.

And one of the biggest, colourful, most pyrotechnic of all is held every June in the Valencian Community city of Alicante (this year, June

You probably don’t know much about this Canadian city located in the province of Manitoba. It’s not a known tourist destination, but that doesn’t mean that it’s a drab place. It offers a lot of sights, and it also has a rich culture.

Most people don’t bother with Winnipeg, but it’s high time that they do. It’s the only Canadian city to be featured in National Geographic Traveler’s Best Trips 2016. This list features 20 places that are worth visiting, and labeled Winnipeg as the ‘Little Spark on t

If you're looking for a great day trip from Vietnam's capital Hanoi, consider Tam Coc (above) or Trang An (below), as they feature a boat trip with stunning scenery around with mountain and clear water. I sometimes get asked by our guests which is preferable, and frankly, it's not an easy question to answer. But there are some minor advantages/disadvantages to each.


Tam Coc is a UNESCO World Heritage region often referred to as "Halong Bay on land" for good reason: the similarity of its li

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As the summer begins, it’s heating up in Morocco not just temperature-wise but culture-wise, too. And one cultural landmark unique in all the world – its 21st edition running today through this weekend – is the Gnaoua World Music Festival, one of North Africa‘s – and indeed, all of Africa‘s- most important cultural events.

With a cult following especially among young people, this fun, colourful festival attracts hundreds of music groups and solo performers from around the world,

When it comes to adventure, no other sport can beat the thrill of white water rafting. In the midst of wild foamy water, sailing in a raft is something that no adventurers could afford to miss. Tracing back to its roots, the first expedition took place at Snake River in Wyoming in 1811. However, this expedition was not successful due to the non-availability of suitable gear or training. As of today, white water rafting is a widely popular sport that delivers excitement, thrill, and health benef

Nature continues to amaze and thrill us. The beauty, mystery and depth it presents can be indescribable. Spending some quality time in nature is undoubtedly one of the best ways to take the edge off and recharge during the holidays. 

In a 2017 post about the best safari holiday destinations worldwide, we mentioned that Tanzania is considered one of the best four safari destinations worldwide. Here are five prime safari experiences in this country which will leave you with eco memories to last a

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The roughly 90 Whitsunday islands form a popular tourist attraction in Australia. and are located off Australia’s northeast coast, in the state of Queensland, they lie exactly at the heart of the Great Barrier Reef site. This is what attracts most people, even though the weather and the available beaches also attract many visitors. Because they forms such a great destination, there is spectacular infrastructure installed in the area.

A greater part of th

Dehradun is one among the many places in India where the British left an impression with their distinctive architectural sites and institutions. The scenic city nestled impressively in the mountain ranges of the Himalayas may be best known for the number of institutes whose inception can be traced back to the British Era. Dehradun is also laced with other architectural structures that stand as testaments to the British Raj Here are some of the colonial remnants in Dehradun that you can explore

To many hundreds of fans of jazz and wine the “Champagne Concert Series” at Thornton Winery in Temecula, CA needs no introduction. Now celebrating its 30th season, it has become one of the premier entertainment event series in Southern California. This year’s lineup, now underway through includes some of the best known headliners of the Contemporary Jazz world such as George Benson, Chris Botti, Kenny G, Dave Koz, & Peter White. And that’s just a few of the big names!

This past Sunday’s doub

Golf fans across the globe have a lot to look forward to this summer, which starts with the 2018 US Open today in the Hamptons of Long Island, New York.If it were possible, all the fans would travel to watch the US Open and other upcoming competitions in person. However, for various reasons, watching the games from home is the available option for most fans. Unfortunately, fans traveling this Summer will lack the opportunity to watch the games in person or at home. So, what should they do for a

Kayaking and paddle boarding are ideal ways to experience nature in an adventurous way. All you need is the equipment, some suitable clothing, and you are on your way to explore the rivers. Even beginners who have little experience of this craft learn to negotiate their way through the water quickly. Though the USA has many beautiful spots to indulge in this water sport activity, Idaho is considered the best of all. With nearly ten rivers and hundreds of lakes in the state it is named as the whi

Headphones are an important stuff whether you are walking on the road or traveling for a long trip. Without a perfect pair of travel headsets your journey would be incomplete. 

Leaving home without a good pair of headset is as bad omen as seeing black cat before travel. They provide enough comfort and leisure during travel that would be good for a great travel experience. Yes, the headphones are a great tech helpers and there are more than thousand of headphones available for travel. But which

by Cristóbal Ramírez

A fairly short hop away from the samba and bustle of Rio de Janeiro, you can escape to a variety of tropical paradises, both inland and on the coast. One of the most superb examples of the latter is 150 kilometres (93 miles) away: the city of Angra dos Reis (pop. 169,000) includes within its borders no fewer than 365 offshore islands, one more stunning than the next. The largest of them carries the highly original name of Ilha Grande (Big Island). 

Once isolated enough to be h

When you’re planning your trip to Israel, it is important to decide in advance what you want to see. Israel is rich with historical places, ancient cities, and archaeological sites that date back many centuries. In fact, it is said that the entire Land of Israel is made of historical landmarks. Here is a list of must-see historical sites in Israel.

Beit Shean

The Beit Shean National archeological park contains restored ruins of a Roman theater, Byzantine bathhouse, and gladiator amphitheater t

The Tokyo Bay Tokyu Hotel opened May 1, 2018, right by Tokyo Disneyland, just half-an-hour from downtown Tokyo.

The Kawasaki King Skyfront Tokyu REI Hotel will open June 1, 2018 in King Skyfront, a new science and technology innovation hub, across the Tama River and just ten minutes by car, from Tokyo Haneda International Airport.

Tokyu Hotels Co, LTD. opens two new Tokyo area hotels, May 1 and June 1, 2018 respectively.

Tokyo Bay Tokyu Hotel

Surrounded by blue skies and the blue waters of Tokyo B

We work aimlessly to earn enough time to take a week or two away from the jobs that stress us out. The problem is once we have the time, getting out of town isn't always affordable. Well maybe it is more affordable than you think!

First and foremost, decide what your limits will be. Of course you have to know how much you are willing to spend. However, don't forget to take the other end of the spectrum into consideration. Are you comfortable with staying in a hostel, or does the thought of sharin

This enormous country boasts many historic cities, including Lucknow, Amritsar, Jaipur, and of course capital New Delhi. But Ahmedabad (pop. 5.6 million) in the western Indian state of Gujarat is a standout for any history buff, with its renowned Islamic architecture, beautiful Jain and Hindu temples, warrenlike pols (housing clusters of families linked by caste, profession, and/or religion), and huge mansions with gorgeous woodwork. Rent a car in Ahmedabad and drive around or sign up for a her