Summer is just around the proverbial corner, once again. Winter has faded away and with the warmer weather everyone is poking their heads out after a long hibernation. We all know that this means lighter clothing, patios, friendships that were neglected during the cold months, and of course a summer adventure. It's time for a vacation, to take advantage of the sun, and to make some memories. There are always the traditional destinations overseas but if you find yourself on a bit of a budget but
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Christmas when someone says the first thing which comes in our mind is “Party”. So if you're thinking that this Christmas where you can go party, then now its right time that you travel to Paris as we all know that Christmas is the magical time of the year and we all get bored easily if we do the same things every year right? So try something different and go to Paris where you can make fun that sometimes it's a nice to do something little bit different. Now look below the following reasons that
Recognized as the natural wonder of the world by UNESCO, Halong Bay is among the landscapes in Vietnam most worth visiting for those who love Mother Nature. Halong Bay is at its most beautiful during the summer, even though sometimes it has heavy rains or even storms in from the sea. In the autumn, the weather is ideal and cool for vacations, while winter temperatures are even cooler - though still usually warmer than in the northern hemisphere's winter. Perhaps least recommendable is spring, wh
If you want to know what the best places are in a city, ask a native. Here's the list I recently gathered from a group of Milwaukeeans who love their city, the largest city of Wisconsin: the Milwaukee Art Museum (top); Pabst Brewery; Harley Davidson Museum; Skylight Opera Theater; Summerfest (world’s largest music festival); ethnic neighborhoods, the USA's fifth largest film festival; a park system throughout the city with Lake Michigan access; the Doors Open Milwaukee festival; the River West 2
For the seventh edition of its Travelers' Choice Awards, TripAdvisor announced that Morocco's "Red City" garnered its users' highest ratings in the areas of hospitality, catering and attractions in comparison to other major cities in that list - this statement in itself is a proof of the success of the strategies aiming to optimize and reinforce the tourist infrastructure of Marrakech (also spelled Marrakesh), adopted a few years ago by the local authorities, with the aim of making this nearly t
One of the hill stations in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra, Malshej Ghat is a paradise during India's monsoon season, June through September, soaked in lush greenery and basking in the glory of nature. Monsoon is the best time to visit this destination for refreshment of the mind and rejuvenation of the senses though the beauty of the place continues to mesmerize holidaymakers, photographers and travelers throughout the year. It offers an eyeful of the soothing panorama that stretches beyond
Before The Time Nyack opened on the site of a former factory that for a time became artist studios and jam space for local bands, the Village of Nyack, in New York's Hudson Valley about a half-hour drive from New York City, in didn't have any four- or five-star lodging options. When plans were announced to build a hotel based on the same lifestyle model used for The Time's first namesake property in Times Square, locals were skeptical that a Manhattan formula along with requisite price tag would
by José Juan Adamuz
The legendary Irish “gift of gab” has helped Ireland punch above its weight literarily for centuries now – and Dublin in particular has been a literary hotbed – in fact, officially designated a “Literary City” by UNESCO in 2010 in case anyone had any doubts. And what better day than today, June 16 - dubbed Bloomsday - on which locals still celebrate the life and work of novelist James Joyce on the day in 1904 his most famous novel, Ulysses, is set.
There are, of course, man
This week (June 15-18), the international art world is once again beating its way to the door of Switzerland’s third largest city (pop. 195,000), as the Art Basel fair holds its 47th edition. But Basel remains a fascinating visit all year round - both a typical Olde Europe urb and something of a symbol of modern Europe.
Prosperous Basel goes back a loooong way (with origins traced back to Bronze-Age tribes in the 5th century BC). It has no shortage of handsome
There is a place where you can swim among jellyfish. It is a somewhat magical place of crystal clear waters, surrounded by lush vegetation and located in Micronesia: Jellyfish Lake. This incredible place is in Palau, a country made up of around 200 populated Islands in the Pacific Ocean. The lake was formed thousands of years ago when the outlet to the sea was closed and trapped the jellyfish, providing them with a lake where they were able to thrive.
Contrary to popular belief, the lake jellyfi
In nearly all travel guides for Costa Rica you will read that the country has two main seasons: dry season (also called “summer”) from December through April, and rainy season (also called “winter” or “green season”) from May through November.
However, that's not completely true.
Why? Because most tourist information for Costa Rica focuses on the long Pacific Coast and Central Valley regions. In stark contrast, the weather patterns on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica are completely different, crea
We had been to Sicily before, and were bewitched and beguiled by the land, the people, the food, the atmosphere. We have been to a good many places around the world doing travel writing. Sicily, somehow, for us held a special charm. We vowed to return.
Recently, in the spring of 2017, we did return. Our very complete itinerary was created by a good friend, Paola Vasta, founder and managing director of VP Luxury Key. She arranged for a car and an excellent and pleasant driver through Ulisse T
Sunset in Hanoi
Vietnam is a beautiful country of rice paddies, cyclos, water buffaloes and tasty food. When people first travel to the country, they know very little about it all, but after a couple of days in Vietnam, people they learn quickly. There are several key things if you know about before packing your bag to travel to Vietnam will make your trip smooth and more trouble-free.
Motorbike sin Ho Chi Minh City
A Motorbike Paradise
There are millions of motorbike in Vietnam; some even claim
We were off to explore the Santa Maria Valley along the central California coast, and as I hopped into the backseat of my friends’ car, I was shown all the preparation they had prepared for the trip. There was a tablecloth, a napkin, a bottle of Bellini and wine glass, the New York Times, and some snacks just in case I got hungry on the way. This was like limousine service!
This time of the year is a magnificent time to drive from Southern California to the central valley area. The hills are
Long gone are the days when you could hover over the Andes Mountains to view Machu Picchu from above in a helicopter. All flights have been suspended due to environment concerns - and rightfully so I might add.
So what are your options to get to the lost city of Machu Picchu? Here follows your different options
By Train
The large majority of travelers who visit Machu Picchu each year go by train to avoid a hike that can be a bit challenging to some people. You can take the train from the Peru city
In another, more benign sign of climate change, mountain resorts in the U.S. Rockies make history by extending ski season to July 4th.
For the first time in history, mountain resorts in Lake Tahoe , the ski area that straddles the California-Utah border, have officially extended their ski season through July 4th weekend. After several dry winters, the Lake Tahoe resorts saw their snowiest season on record, reporting 700 inches of snow - approximately 300 percent more snow than a normal se
With 70 destinations and 133 aircraft, Saudi Airlines is the third largest in the Middle East, with Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam as its main hubs. The airline pride itself on its network strengths to Asia, Europe, Africa and North America, and is aware of the responsibility of being a pioneer within its region. Here some of what you can expect on every Saudi Arabian flight:
Why Saudi Airline has been continuously voted one of the best airlines in the Middle East?
Saudi Airline is the favorite bec
The United States can claim a number of marvelous destinations that offer a unique sense of place, attractions, and traditions: Key West, South Miami Beach, New Orleans – and New Mexico’s petite capital, Santa Fe (pop. 68,000, metro 144,000). Founded by Spanish colonists in 1610 in an area settled by Pueblo tribes as early as the 11th century, La Villa Real de la Santa Fe de San Francisco de Asís (The Royal Town of the Holy Faith of Saint Francis of Assisi), was conquered by th
When staying in the Hamptons, you simply can't do better than a manor house consistently ranked by Condé Nast Johansens as “Most Excellent Inn of the Americas.” Nestled in East Hampton Village, The Baker House 1650 puts you within a quick stroll of shops and restaurants, coveted nearby access to East Hampton Main and Georgica beaches, and a place to play the role of robber baron for the duration of your stay.
Describing The Baker House 1650 as a boutique property is an understatement. Don't even
by Cristóbal Ramírez
A city of nearly two million inhabitants some 200 kilometres (170 miles) from Mexico City, Santiago de Queretaro (usually known simply as Queretaro, and pronouced ke-RE-ta-ro) is one of central Mexico’s great colonial cities, but a little more under the radar to non-Mexicans than, say, San Miguel de Allende or Cuernevaca.
It’s mostly a modern place these days, but the the gridlike city centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, dripping history at every turn. A prime example is
