It appears that my last post Professional Photo Tips for Travelers started some discussion on the use and types of
tripods. So for those unfamiliar with this three-legged companion I offer the following:

Tripods are used to steady a camera for a variety of reasons:

1)  Allowing for slower shutter speeds without blurring stationary objects

1. Low light
2. Night shots
3. Eliminating people from a shot. They don’t stay
   in frame long enough to leave a substantial image. Although phantom blurs may be evident.

2)  Pe

Nothing throws a wet blanket on a vacation faster than dropping your phone or camera into the water.

You hear the dreaded “Ker plop” as you lean over a railing to get a better view, or you step out of taxi into a rain puddle, or worst- positioned over a toilet bowl. Whenever or however it occurs, it dampens your spirits immediately.  Your favorite piece of electronics is now a soggy mess. You can’t make phone calls or text your BFF.

Your vacation memories are now in Davey Jones’s Locker. Or are

Jim Corbett National Park is the place where the tourists feel the magic of the wild life as well as the beauty of the nature very closely. It is the place which turned a famous hunter Sir Jim Corbett into a great conservationist. Jim Corbett is one of the most famous parks in the world. It is the place where you can experience a refreshing environment along with land of roar, trumpet and ear soothing song of birds. In order to have a sophisticated accommodation and also thrilling outdoor experi

St. Augustine’s distinction as oldest U.S. city combined with an extensive heritage featuring Ponce de Leon‘s quest for perpetual youth just happens to closely parallel Greece’s reverence of top quality olive oil. Ancient Greeks believed that olive oil, particularly when infused with flowers and herbs, promoted a long healthy life. Even medicine and cosmetics were developed using olive oil as a base. Turns out they were onto something since countless studies now point out the health benefits of

Today I will leave a short note about Chna:

1. Beibei the fish, Jingjing the panda, Huanhuan the Olympic flame, Yingying the Tibetan antelope, and Nini the swallow are the official Mascot of the 2008 Beijing Olympics
2. No Spitting.
3. Ketchup originated in China as a pickled fish sauce called ke-tsiap.
4. Trouble in China is symbolized by 2 women living together under 1 roof   
5. Chopsticks originated from China approximately 4,000 years ago.
6. Silk was developed in China were it was kept a secret for more than two

There are many great cities in the world either on or near rivers. During my lifetime of travel, I have had the pleasure to visit the many picturesque cities situated on winding rivers. Here are my favorite cities to visit on a River. The cities and the rivers that define them. Because these rivers lends charm, ambiance and culture, and provide the rhythm and soul to these ten out of this world cities.

Melbourne, Skyline from the Yarra River.

Melbourne may be Australia’s second most populous cit

From the time of establishment of Jim Corbett National Park, it goes from many reforms at first it is known as Hailey National Park then after Ramganga National Park now a day it is house of more than 110 tree species, 50 species of mammals, 580 bird species and 25 reptile species and one of the major wildlife tourist destination in India.

The park is situated in the beautiful location of Kumaoni reason on the foot hill of Himalaya and feed by three rivers Ramganga, Koshi and Sone. The weather in

Himachal Pradesh is beautiful hilly state of India, which is positioned in north part of India. It is well known as Dev Bhumi. It delightfully encircled by Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Uttarakhand. Nature has really blessed Himachal Pradesh with mesmerizing attractions and enthrallment charm. It has impressive panoramas of endless natural beauty, convivial weather, exciting sceneries, meadow of flower, serene flowing stream. It is a place where tourists can explore incred

Consider the following:

>> Small companies operate the majority of business aircraft. Most companies with business aircraft have fewer than 500 employees.

>> Business aircraft users have a major presence in the business world. On average 92% are amongst the most innovative

>> Charter operators and general aviation serve over 5,000 airports in the USA. Commercial carriers serve about 400 which number is declining fast!

>> The business traveler saves up to three weeks per year by avoiding long lines

by Maryann Virack

I love the ocean. Growing up in NJ, my parents had a summer home on Long Beach Island and every summer, weekend, and holiday was spent at “the shore”. With dad in California again for the summer, I am always looking for new destinations. This year we decided on an adventure to the mountains – a far cry from the beaches on the Atlantic Ocean.

Lake Arrowhead, at 5100’, is within an hour’s drive; (90 miles east of Los Angeles) but I had always thought of it as a winter destination

Manuel Antonio is cataloged as one of the main tourist destinations in Costa Rica. One of the most usual itineraries chosen by tourists is the Arenal-Monteverde-Manuel Antonio, having this last one as the perfect choice for their beach part of the trip.

This popularity has been gained thanks to the number of elements composing this very favorite destination. First of all, the biodiversity of wildlife is incredible, with the primary and secondary tropical forests and a very large number of animal

There came a point when the routine of my life began to annoy me. Don’t get me wrong. It was a lovely routine that involved the blessings of children, but with that came dishes and shopping carts and lots of time in a car. I understood the need and comfort of it all and even thanked God for it, usually on Sundays at ten o’clock.

I began to regard this ordered life with a sense of claustrophobia, like living in an alley. A beautiful alley, but still it had narrow walls and shadows and, for some re

Rajasthan is a famous place and well known for its tradition and its rich culture. People from all over the world get attracted towards this place only due to its unique culture. Here you will enjoy the ancient Indian life style as well as the varied folk culture from traditional villages. Exquisite handicrafts, colorful fairs and festivals, colorful art forms, vibrant costumes and many other things of this place are worth praising. Cuisines of the Rajasthan are unique. It is a blend of the rich