by Felice Hardy
Die Schweiz/La Suisse is where it all began. For example, ski holidays first took hold in St. Moritz and ski racing in the Mürren-Wengen area, while Davos was where one of the Alps‘ first ski lifts was constructed and the first skis were imported from Norway.
The railway has been of utmost importance to Switzerland skiing, since people took their first turns on snow in the 19th century, and even today, rail can often be the quickest and most effi
Mission to Mai Chau
Traveling at the breakneck speed of a turtle, with one-night stopover in Hoa Binh and this being my first solo motorbike trip and all, I was paranoid as hell the majority of the ride from Hanoi. I was obsessively focused on
English is nearly universally spoken in New Zealand and is its primary national languages, but due to the variations in meanings and unique acronyms, expressions and phrases, foreign visitors especially those from the US tend often to be confused by these linguistic challenges. This article aims to help them ensure a smoother travel.
Since the late 18th century, New Zealand had been visited by American as well as European fishing, whaling and trading ships. While sailors and explorers from Europ
The unpretentious pueblo known as Sayulita is located on the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico and has a magnetic personality that keeps drawing us back. This beach town is just north of Puerto Vallarta, but as we've noted before, it’s a world removed from the “typical” tourist destination, and exudes a very special state of mind that all visitors experience - what we call the "Sayulita good vibes."
It's a foodie playground, too, with well over 100 dining options from gourmet restaurants to simply co
Just wait until Santa’s elves show off the magnificent nine-foot tall decorated tree at the Park Hyatt Aviara in Carlsbad, just a half hour up the coast from San Diego. The human elves are busily stacking, piping and contouring gingerbread, chocolate, and sugar icicles to make the fantasy tree. These three helpers are no ordinary assistants for Santa, they just happen to have recently won the Food Network’s Halloween Wars as Team Ghoul’d. Each has their own crafty skills, and jumped on board
by Marita Acosta
The “Mother City” of South Africa can, admittedly sometimes seem intimidating in some ways. But even as Johannesburg‘s streets and neighbourhoods recall a troubled, sometimes tragic past, they also stand for hope, opportunities, anticipation and a meeting point in a vibrant, creative city for adventurous travellers.
One area where the reborn creativity of “Jozi” truly shines is in the culinary. And at the forefront are some of Africa’s coolest, most sophisticated restaurants,
Known as the ‘Pink City,’ Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and one of the three key cities in the Golden Triangle of India. Rajasthan is one of the flashiest and most colourful states in India, and its capital Jaipur has been a cultural jewel in Indian history for many centuries. This city is a perfect blend of the past and present, it has beautiful and well-maintained forts, camel rides, bustling street markets and what not.
Top Sightseeing Spots
Amber Fort and Palace: Also known as Amer F
Packing for a cruise is tricky unless you have previously been on one. There are critical items you need for every trip. There are also some items that are not allowed on ships. Also, we know that sometimes the excitement of a holiday can cloud judgement and memory, so we have put together a simple but great list.
Passport and Identification
Make sure you always have proper identification. You know where you are going, so have the right paperwork. If your cruise departs and returns to the same po
The magnificent Czech capital Prague and the towns and cities of the surrounding region of Bohemia tend get most of the attention from travelers and travel writers alike. But in my many visits and time living in the Czech Republic, I found that the next-door Moravia region has an amazing amount of cool stuff to offer, as well. And one of its top attractions is its own capital, Brno, which mixes history and culture with a friendly, untouristy – and even newly hip – vibe, yet at prices
A holiday abroad can provide travelers with the opportunity to learn an array of new and exciting things about an amazing place they have never experienced before.
Dubai is quite religious and cultural, as well as being modern and cosmopolitan, making it the ideal location to visit if you are interested in learning about religious and culture both locally and internationally. Plan your travel itinerary before your trip.
Bollywood Parks Dubai
At the very first theme park in the world dedicated
Manila is a beautiful capital city of Philippines and is located on the western coast of the Philippines. This is very famous tourist destination and it attracts the tourist because of its unique natural beauty. One can enjoy the beautiful moments of life by visiting the best and beautiful places over here. I spent my vacations in this beautiful place with the help of trip planner and really it was a great time to me and I enjoyed my travel with the travel guidebook and visited the best places
A treat for art lovers - self-portraits by Paul Cézanne, the pre-eminent French artist of the Post Impressionist school are now on public display for the first time in the United Kingdom.
The paintings are part of a major exhibition, Cézanne Portraits, at the National Portrait Gallery in London. The exhibition brings together over fifty of Cézanne’s portraits from collections across the world.
There’s no place in the world quite like Western Australia, and it was an easy choice for my holiday destination. Western Australia provides a unique blend of nature, wildlife, and exciting manmade attractions. With such a large area to explore, it was hard for me to decide what I wanted to do while I was there. Truthfully, I loved the entirety of my experience. If I was forced to narrow it down to just five things I’d recommend to other travelers, these would be the shining stars that made my
To outsiders, New Zealand is seen as a mythical place. It is full of beautiful untouched nature and it is quite literally at the edge of our planet. New Zealand also lacks the large and sometimes dangerous insects that inhabit its neighbour Australia.
The country is very safe and crime is uncommon. The Hobbit movies were filmed entirely in New Zealand, and a large portion of the Lord Of The Rings trilogy was also shot in locations in New Zealand. This has further amplified the mystique and natu
From a country that exports the most star soccer players and sets the bar for lavish Carnival celebrations the world over, it's easy to overlook Brazil as a major wine producer.
Encompassing nearly 2,500 miles along Brazil’s eastern border, six main wine regions contain nearly 24,800 acres of 150 well established wineries as well as 1,100 small farm wineries, each averaging five vineyard acres.
Now the fifth largest in the Southern Hemisphere and one of the fastest growing markets in the world, B
One of the 13 original states of hte USA, Virginia is a beautiful and picturesque destination that has sandy beaches, historical attractions and many other places to delight your senses. The Blue Ridge Mountains is one of the main sites that allow you to see an extensive range of birds and animals. The state invites you to have a vacation that is filled with fun and enjoyment. In this write-up, we wanted to cover some of the top things that you must explore while spending time in Virginia.
For the first time in a good long while, the southern African country - one of the continent's poorest and least free, thanks to the 37-year dictatorship of Robert Mugabe, is currently making world news daily as Mugabe struggle to cling to power after being detained by the country's military and facing impeachment.
But even despite the longtime suffering of its people, tourism to this beautiful country has held its own over the years - in the last several years averaging a bit over two million
Yercaud is a beautiful hill station in Salem district of Tamil Nadu. The misty hills, spectacularviewpoints,and abundance of tourist attractions making this sleepy hill station a mesmerizing holiday destination and also one of the popular tourist places to visit in Tamilnadu. Yercaud is known for its plantations of coffee, orange, jackfruit, guava, cardamom and black pepper. Nestled in lush green plains, luxuriant hills and breathtaking scenic beauty, Yercaud is a destination that can be explo
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Le Miroir
This hamlet is tucked among several ski resorts in the French Alps, boasting some of the longest off-piste ski runs in the world. This ideal winter hideout is perfect for skiers who crave serious adventure and still get luxury accommodation at the Chalet Pelerin.
Saas Fee
This beautiful car-free village (top) offers cross-country skiing, tobogganing, and some of the most reliable snow conditions in the Alps. For your Switzerland vacation Allain Apartments
Want to get up close and personal with Vietnam's fascinating capital? No better way than by touring Hanoi on a motorbike! Tourists will sit behind a friendly, nice driver on a good-quality motor scooter to explore every corner of the city. The driver is not only tour guide but also a travel mate who will guide you visit beautiful sceneries and local places.
There are a lot of itineraries for visitors to choose, including historical sites, scenery, and food. tourist will be guided to a very fa
