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Discovering Halong Bay by Kayaking

If you’re looking for a different and fun way to experience Halong Bay, I can assure you a kayak tour is the best way to go. Though notorious for being misty this time of the year, the scenery was incredibly dramatic as it created a mystical- almost magical type of environment with the limestone rock formations producing truly beautiful reflections on the water.
Seeing the other boats pass us with the rock formations in the background made for great photos ops and at times, it felt as if we were
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GALVESTON ISLAND, Texas (June 12, 2012) – Guests at the “haunted” Hotel Galvez & Spa, A Wyndham Grand® Hotel and National Trust Historic Hotel of America, can hear stories of the “Ghost Bride” and other reported strange occurrences during the hotel’s annual ghost tour and dinner in October. The 101-year-old historic Texas hotel offers a public ghost tour accompanied by a three-course dinner for $35 per person on Wednesday and Thursday evenings throughout the month, including Halloween. Additiona

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Feb 2 - 9, 2013

Spend a week with Best Single Travel at The Barceló Maya Caribe hotel, located in an incredible vacation resort right on an impressive Caribbean beach of crystalline, turquoise waters in the Maya Riviera. When you join us on this amazing all inclusive vacation, you’ll experience all the fabulous amenities of the Maya Caribe plus access to all the exclusive singles activities! 

For more info, click here: Riviera Maya, Mexico - All Inclusive Singles Week

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Author's savvy earns "Business Travel Success" a finalist spot on the 2012 Business Traveler Innovation Awards ballot

Global Business Travel Association GTBA
Business Travel Innovation Award Finalist 2012

Orlando, FL 14 June, 2012 – Sometimes success really is about what you know. For Carol Margolis, veteran of over 25 years of traveling on six continents—sometimes 50 weeks out of the year—her knowledge of how to travel safely, productively, constantly, and still keep her sanity and her family has landed her new book on one of the most

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by Nellie Huang

So what has Malaga got to do with world-renowned artist Pablo Picasso? Malaga is, after all, a place on Spain's Costa del Sol more famous for beaches, historical buildings and bullfighting than say, art. Picasso, on the other hand, is a painter and sculptor who gave the modern art world Cubism and a wide variety of other avant-garde art styles.

9008703061?profile=originalIt comes as a surprise to many that not only is Malaga the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, it is also home to a plethora of Picasso-relat

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Sapa, Vietnam

Behind Halong Bay, Sapa is the second most favourite spot for almost travelers when arrive Vietnam. Sapa is located in the Northern Vietnam, the region with many mountains, rice terraces and tribal villages. Certainly, with the unique climate in Sapa, you are always be put in the frequent rain storms as well as cloudy condition. However,  this shouldn’t be a deterrent, it requires a bit of extra preparation when rainy .

 

Rain, rain, rain – Always rain

If you felt like you’re unlucky travelers who

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New York State's Historic Parks

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New York State is historic.  No matter where one goes in the state there are connections with the past.  Visit some of the 37 historic state parks to learn about the state’s historic role. Oriskany, Johnson Hall, Schuyler Mansion, and Washington’s Headquarters are just four sites that deal with the Revolutionary War.

  1. Oriskany Battlefield: On a quiet hillside one of the most significant and bloodiest battles of the Revolution took place on August 6, 1777. General Nicolas Herkimer, leader of the Am
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The Beauty of Vietnam's Halong Bay

For generations of visitors arriving by sea in North Vietnam, the geological marvel known as Halong Bay has been their first introduction to this remarkable country. The weathered limestone Karst pillars can be seen at several locations across southern China and northern Vietnam, but Halong Bay is the only place where they emerge from the sea. The bay received its name –“Bay of the Descending Dragon” – from a mythical dragon – Long in Vietnamese- that was assigned by the gods to protect Vietnam
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Trekking in Nepal

Recently we returned from a four-day trek with a friend in the Annapurna Himalayan range. Boasting spectacular scenery, rugged terrain and extremely welcoming locals, I've never visited another place on earth like Annapurna.
Helping us get the most out of our trek was our friendly and knowledgeable guide Sanjib Adhikari, a specialist trekking guide and expedition organizer based in Thamel, the bustling heart of Kathmandu. He skillfully guided us across treacherous mountain passes, pointed out t

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Anyone who's ever travelled anywhere is aware of a little thing called Murphy's Law of Travelling. Murphy's Law of Travelling states that the longer the distance you have to travel, the higher the likelihood you'll forget to pack something essential. It works like clockwork. The best way to avoid it? Make lists, stick to the lists, double-check the lists, and never let go of the hand of your son if he happens to be named Kevin and resembles a young Macaulay Culkin. Here's a helpful list to help

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Every destination is distinct and bears a uniqueness which attracts visitors to like it. When looking for adventure holidays, you will be best served if you work with international tour operators who have in depth information on the offers available within each destination. Armed with the relevant information, you will be in a position to make a prudent decision in accordance with your heart.

This is very important when setting out on adventure holidays because you will be mentally prepared for w

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California is one of the most popular tourist destinations when one is visiting The Unite States. The climatic condition is great and it has plenty of attractions for which the tourists flock to this beautiful state. There are numerous choices regarding the places one can visit. This west coast state boasts of thousands of travelers year round. Gorgeous beaches, national parks, waterfalls, the list of California tours just does not end and hence it is one the admirable tourist destinations in th

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5 Weird and Wonderful Beaches in Europe

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There is nothing quite like hitting the beach on a sweltering hot summer day. Upon first sight of water you don’t even think twice about running full speed and plunging into a refreshing escape from the heat. The following European destinations not only provide the much desired splash factor that we’ll all be seeking soon but also come with awe-inspiring terrain that just may make you slow down to take in the incredible views before diving in.

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Warmest Greetings from Vietnampathfinder Travel

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Vietnam Pathfinder Travel Co., Ltd, was first registered with the Department of Planning and Investment of Hanoi and was granted its International Inbound Tour Operator License from the Vietnam Administration of Tourism. Vietnam Pathfinder is the full member of Vietnam tourism of association and The Company has conducted tours throughout the country.

 

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Travel Tips for an Istanbul Holiday

9296565070?profile=originalTraveling to the Turkish town of Istanbul holds many pleasant surprises for you. So why not plan your travel with these trips first?

Flight Bookings:

The first thing to be done is booking flight tickets to this European Capital of Culture called Istanbul. To get the best of flight fares and comfort, try getting Air Tran Airways Flight Reservations done.

Best time to visit Istanbul:

It is best to get your Air Tran Airways Reservations done in spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October)

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Drivers: Beware of Short Skirts and Bikini Tops

It’s summer.  So when  Insurance News, tells us that men get into more car accidents in the summer than any other time of year, you have to pay attention.
They get into more car crashes generally, but much more so in the summer, says Sheila’s Wheels, a British-based insurance company for women.

Why?
Because men are ogling women when they should be driving.
Summer brings out the short skirts, the low cut blouses and sexy bikini tops, and that apparent

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Every November, now for as long as I can remember, I spend a week or two, ok, last year three in London for the World Travel Market, London's massive travel show. One of the first things that I do after I park by bags at my digs in Canary Wharf is to hop the tube a couple of stops to perhaps to  the greatest outdoor-indoor food market in the world, Borough Market. Situated by London Bridge, and a stone’s throw from the River Thames, Borough Market is food lovers heaven.

The entrance to "Foodie He

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A Guide To Tarantella in Southern Italy

A Guide To Tarantella in Southern Italy

Limoncello, cliff hugging towns and draping bougainvillea all embody southern Italy for many. And while I am never one to turn down a glass of limoncello or a chance to explore the streets of Positano, tarantella remains an integral part of southern Italy for me. I studied this Neapolitan song and dance tradition on my first stint studying abroad in Sorrento. What I would find through observing countless performances was a practice that should be very much

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Break out of your vacation routine!

Recharge your life and do your mind, body and soul good on an active surfing and yoga vacation
in  Costa Rica!


Surf + yoga retreat with Del Mar Surf Camp

Active vacations, whether full-on adventure tours or more moderately-paced walking tours or yoga retreats, have become the number one choice around the world for how people spend their time off.

The premiere place for active and surfing vacations in Costa Rica, Del Mar Surf Camp offers a week-long
Surf & Detox Retreat that is destined to refresh and inv

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