Destinations Articles

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Gregory Smyth @ Tuesday, 17th June 2008 @ 8:22 PM

India is the world's second most populous nation, and with all those people is bound to come some beautiful, extravagant and perfectly executed businesses. Some of these are in information technology, an area where India is rapidly establishing itself as a market leader. Some of these are in outsourced customer service -well-trained staff and minimal accents are giving these call centers a newfound reputation for excellence. One of the newest ways in which India is establishing itse... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Victor Epand @ Tuesday, 17th June 2008 @ 8:03 PM

We often fret for hours on end on what we should give to someone. We look over catalogs, analyze their habits and try to determine what gift best exemplifies our friendship or love for them. So what is the best gift to give? Is it an expensive high-definition television, or is it the simple homemade quilt? According to a study done by Harris Interactive, it is none of those. In this study that included 12,000 individuals, most of the respondents chose experiential or life experience gifts... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Garry Searle @ Tuesday, 17th June 2008 @ 7:37 PM

From Parramatta to Circular Quay, there is a really large river called the Parramatta River. Along that river operates the River Cat, a ferry that runs between Parramatta and Circular Quay. The most common way to get from Parramatta to Circular Quay is by train. The train is faster, and much more regular than the River Cat, but in the end of the day it is a train. I had some time on my hands, so I was not in any rush to get to Circular Quay and so I thought why not take the River ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Christine Harrell @ Tuesday, 17th June 2008 @ 1:11 PM

Idaho vacations are the ideal mix of stunning scenery, fun family activities, and comfortable summer weather. The freedom and uplifting feeling of the area stand as a powerful introduction to a wide assortment of outdoor activities, arts and cultural events, and quality, mindless fun. The Teton area of Idaho makes for unforgettable family vacation. Teton Valley Lodging Cabin rentals in Idaho are a great way to enjoy the natural beauty of Idaho vacations without being forced to spen... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Thomas Pretty @ Tuesday, 17th June 2008 @ 7:28 AM

Stonehenge is arguably one of the most iconic places in the world. Not only does the site of this ancient stone circle conjure up images of mysticism and spiritualism, but as a tourist attraction it remains one of the must see sights while most people visit the United Kingdom. As simply a pile of rocks in a field it is surprising that so many people visit Stonehenge on a regular basis; it is not however that simple, the intricacies and sheer scale of the place amazes while the mystery that surro... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Warren Wong @ Tuesday, 17th June 2008 @ 5:37 AM

There's nothing like lying on a sandy beach under a bright blue sky when you look for an exotic location for a vacation. This is why most people choose to visit the Tropics, where they can experience the sun, warmth and culture for two or three weeks a year. The Caribbean is not the only place in the world where you can find tropical islands, as there are tropical vacation spots all over the world. Bali Island is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Indonesia. It is also... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Warren Wong @ Tuesday, 17th June 2008 @ 1:53 AM

With tropical islands all over the world, you have a great choice when it comes to choosing an island as your vacation destination. How does spending a week on a private exclusive island in the Caribbean sound? Nekker Island is such a place that you can rent daily or weekly when the owner is not using it. However, you should be prepared to pay a steep price for this exclusivity. However when most people go to the Caribbean they choose one of the islands where there are resorts offering a... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Michael Lee @ Monday, 16th June 2008 @ 8:22 PM

A Spanish holiday at a luxury resort or villa has much to offer a traveler. Combine beautiful beaches, great food and good old-fashioned rest and relaxation with culture and you have the makings of a great vacation. Murcia offers all that to those who choose to visit the resorts of La Manga. Festivals in Murcia are year-round. Pick a month and there is sure to be some type of festival to suit your needs. A well-known musical event is the Las Minas Flamenco Song Festival. This festival tak... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Antonio Oliveira @ Monday, 16th June 2008 @ 2:07 PM

The day that Vila Real de Santo Antonio was born, Castro Marims council lost his space in the Portuguese national scenery, but even so and for having a big patrimonial memory, Castro Marim is a municipal district with a lot of history to be told. The place with more tourist appeal are Castro Marims Castle, Fort of S. Sebastiao, Small chapel of Santo Antonio, Reserves of Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo Antonio, Church of Nossa Senhora dos Martires, Church of the Divine Espirito Santo, ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Roger Munns @ Monday, 16th June 2008 @ 1:13 AM

Mallorca is the largest island in the Balearic Islands archipelago. Its name is derived from the Latin words "insula maior," which literally mean "larger island." The Spanish island has been consistently recognized as one of the top tourist destinations in the world since 1952. As packaged tourism became more popular, Mallorca saw a half-million visitors in 1960. The number of tourists continued to increase over the years, to nearly 7 million visitors in 1997 and more than... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Zeev Goichman @ Sunday, 15th June 2008 @ 12:57 PM

Driving from Jerusalem to Eilat you can 1000's of years in history in just 500km. Quatzer el Yahud The place where the children of Israel crossed the Jordan River to enter The Promised Land is the traditional site of the baptism of Jesus. Pilgrims from many lands celebrate the event every year in a colourful procession, leaving from the nearby monasteries. Qumran Overlooking the Dead sea, the reined village of Oumran was deserted for almost 2000 years. The hidden Scroll... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Anna Stenning @ Sunday, 15th June 2008 @ 11:55 AM

Ski holidays are fun when you go as a group, either friends or family. Some people have enjoyed travelling for a skiing trip on their own, making it a challenging and active experience. Often people find that the challenges of skiing alone comes when you are making all of the decisions yourself and experiencing the slopes with no one else around. An activity holiday such as skiing has been a popular choice for many years, with The French Alps being a popular destination. One of the more ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Roger Munns @ Sunday, 15th June 2008 @ 10:18 AM

Puerto de la Cruz is located on the north coast of the island of Tenerife in the Canary Islands. It was a major tourist resort long before the 1950s boom in tourism swept the Canaries by storm. During the 19th century physicians in England and the Netherlands recommended their patients seek the warmth of Puerto de la Cruz for the winter to promote good health. Some of the oldest hotels in the area date back to this type of early tourism. Because of its humble beginnings as a resor... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Thomas Pretty @ Saturday, 14th June 2008 @ 4:44 PM

Tuscany can be considered one of the most unique and distinctive regions in all of Italy, perfect for a variety of holidays it amazes and enthrals visitors at every turn. There is a wealth of historic sites and huge amounts of art and culture to see in Tuscany, meaning those on holidays in the region have their cultural and educational taste buds satisfied. It is not just art and history that should fill holidays in Tuscany however, with sumptuous cuisine and truly wondrous rustic villages dotte... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Antonio Oliveira @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 8:23 PM

Monte Gordo is about three kilometres from the council to which belongs, Vila Real de Santo Antonio. Because of its potentialities, today, Monte Gordo is an international tourist centre. The place was an old town of fishermen and with the presence of the sea, Monte Gordo was pioneering in the tourist exploration in Algarve, with the construction of one of the first hotels of the area in the sixties. With a beach of great dimensions and an inviting sand dune, besides its soft climat... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Gaizka Pujana @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 5:58 PM

Amsterdam is the nominal capital of the Netherlands, as well as its largest city. It sees approximately 3.5 million visitors per year and the number of attractions in the city explains why. Amsterdam is famous for its museums. Some of these are very well known, while others are not so well known, but also worth visiting. Make sure that you visit Rijksmuseum that contains many artifacts, as well as paintings by artists such as Rembrandt. Stedelijk contains major collections of modern art d... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Reginald Melchor @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 3:38 PM

Indonesia in Greek means Indian islands. It has more than 17,000 islands, out of which more than 5,000 are inhabited and stretched between the Asian continents of Asia and Australia. Its main islands are Sulawesi Irian Jaya, Java and Sumatra Kalimantan. The country tropical climate is seen to be devoid of spring and autumn seasons. Its culture includes temple and folk dances, boisterous play and shadow puppeteer. Its favorite cuisine includes fish as fresh, dried, paste and smoked one.... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Graeme Lanham @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 2:04 PM

When 3 backpackers,2 from Cambridge England and one from Maryland USA travel to outback Australia, they experience many surprises. What secrets do they reveal about life in the real Australian Outback? The sounds of laughter echoed through the main bar of the tiny pub in outback Queensland. Three young backpackers, Sarah and Debbie from Cambridge and Barbara from Maryland were being "educated" on the unique culture, language and customs of the Australian Outback. Here are their di... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Jamie Jefferson @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 12:48 PM

Las Vegas is one of the hottest tourist destinations in the world, and the retailers and casino owners know it! You'll often pay premium rates for entertainment, lodging and food just because everything Vegas is in high demand. But if you think that a Las Vegas vacation is going to cost you an arm and a leg, you may be surprised to find out that there are many things you can do in the city that are completely free. Downtown Las Vegas has plenty to offer in the way of free sho... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Antonio Oliveira @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 11:26 AM

Loule is a rural administrative and active market town with some remains of a castle dating back to the 12th Century. The Arab castle has been virtually destroyed leaving some walls still standing that are now surrounded by modern buildings. Like most other towns in the Algarve, most of the older potentially interesting buildings have been destroyed in the earthquake that occurred in 1755. Within the remaining walls is a museum with an explanation of what was in the past the grande... more...