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Of all the trips I’ve taken, the one to Vietnam stands out as being the biggest surprise. I expected to meet people who didn’t like Americans – and was greeted by smiling faces. I knew very little about the history, other than the period of the “American War,” but found it all fascinating - and I loved the food. During three weeks in the country, I became nearly obsessed by the local crafts and, even though I’m typically not a shopper, I managed to fit a lot into my suitcase and ship the rest ho
Away from their parents, teens can be coaxed into a state of open-mindedness that doesn't always exist when Mom or Dad are hovering. (we encourage family travel, but just want
2.Momondo- Still the best of the Airfare search sites,but they do have some problems as well. They check a lot of sources though ,so they are worth a look.They price one way fares at reasonable rates
3. Iberia- has had some great sales recently,under $300rt, and I've noticed that almost every week the
You might think London hotels would be sold out or vastly marked up during Royal Wedding week. Well, you might be wrong. Seems a lot of folks got the idea that it would be a total Picadilly circus, and decided to stay away. Travelocity, for example, just reported there’s plenty of availability, affordability, and even bargains – so if you can scrape the time together, you can get thee thither for Wills and Kate’s Excellent Adventure.
When it comes to hostelries, of course, the city on the Thame
I just wanted to post some things I saw during the quake. I was near Asakusa station in Tokyo waiting for my son. We were going to visit Nikko for the weekend. I was in a building on the first floor. After I felt the quake , I exited the building and waited in the middle of the street with others. Being from California, we are told to stay put or get under a desk or doorway during a quake. In Japan, it seems like everybody wants to be outside during a quake. Right or wrong, thats what I did. The
Photo exhibition on Ha Long Bay opens in France
(VOV) - A photo exhibition entitled “Ha Long Bay - the world’s natural wonders” is taking place in Paris, France.
The event offers an opportunity for Vietnam to promote the image of Ha Long Bay to international friends and overseas Vietnamese in France with the message “Vote for Ha Long Bay as the world’s natural wonders.
On display at the event are 50 art photos which have been selected from thousands of high quality masterpieces on Ha Long Bay.
Old Orchard Beach Maine trains are now traveling eig
After a wintering in the Bahamas, the Boatel re-opens for another season at Toronto's Harbourfront Centre June 1st for its 6th year of operation. For more details see www.boatel.ca
So often we are asked questions about the concept of the Boatel. I will try answer the FAQ?
Question: How many Boatels are there?
Answer: There are about a dozen Boat Bed & Breakfast in North America. We are the only one in Toronto.
Question: Why would someone want to stay on a Boat?
Answer: Have you ever walked past a
The airlines don’t give up easily, nor do they give much away.
So when U.S. Transportation Secretary, Ray Lahood,) announced that starting in August , airlines will be required to protect their passengers’ interests much more than they have, there were smiles on the faces of consumer advocates.
Yahoo News, quoting the The Associated Press, said DOT is asking for protections that we think are overdue and very obvious:
• Airlines will be required to refund ba
Our part of San Diego is known for great beaches, restaurants, and shopping.
In addition, here are my Top Ten Favorite Only-in-La Jolla Activities:
1. Take a surf lesson. Surf Diva in La Jolla Shores is the world's #1 surf school for women - and they also offer co-ed surf camps for would-be surfers ages 5-17. Established in 1996 by twin sisters Izzy and Coco Tihanyi, Surf Diva also has a beachy clothing boutique on Avenida de la Playa.
2. Go hiking in Torrey Pines State Reserve. Of the eight sho
Seixal located on Portugal Dream Coast has an enormous economical, cultural and social potential for tourism.Nowdays has several activities like canoein (clubs and associationsI), boat trips where is possible to participate in a unique tour on on boats constructed before 1914 on the Tagus River (Rio Tejo in Portuguese).
It is the land that Pedro da Gama used to watch the construction of caravels of his brother Vasco da Gama, that he used to discover the Maritime Route to India. The house located
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Cereal makes a terrific breakfast especially when it contains a tasty combination of grains, nuts and fruit. For foodies or those going organic, I found a custom artisanal cereal company with a fantastic product line-up: me and goji.
What's goji? A Tibetan superfruit from the Himalayas that's packed with dizzying amounts of nutrients and phytochemicals; a fruit with a mild, tangy taste that is slightly sweet and sour.
Adam and Alexander, the ow
