Destinations Articles

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...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Scott Russell @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 12:53 AM

Las Vegas is a great place for a romantic getaway. With its incredible resort hotels and casinos, world-class dining, shopping, attractions, and accommodations, Vegas has everything it takes to make your romantic vacation or honeymoon both exciting and memorable. Of course, certain hotels are far more romantic than others. You probably wouldn't want to end up at Circus Circus or Excalibur, for those hotels are very popular family destinations and not exactly conducive to quiet roma... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Giorgos Kontopoulos @ Thursday, 12th June 2008 @ 11:50 PM

Chios is known as the fragrant flower of the Aegean and is located in northeast Aegean Sea of Greece and is the fifth largest of all the Greek islands, sitting just five miles from the Turkish coast. Chios is a mountainous island with its highest peak Pelineo. Chios not traditionally a tourist favorite is gaining a reputation as an island sought by package tourists, with crystal-clear waters, sandy beaches and good facilities. Its beautiful and significant beaches like Komi, Daskalopetra,... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Antonio Oliveira @ Thursday, 12th June 2008 @ 8:45 PM

The council of Loule is known by their traditions and beaches, but also by its famous Carnival party that looks like the Brazilian. Nowadays, the Carnival of Loule has several themes, as the society, the political system and the most important events of the year. All those ingredients are mixed with a good critic dose full of good mood and diversion, but in the summer the council gets hotter. The visitors seek Loule with the intention of taking advantage of their beaches, dispersed in a b... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Gregory Smyth @ Thursday, 12th June 2008 @ 6:40 PM

Since the announcement that the 2008 Olympic Games would be held in Beijing several years ago, the city, and the whole country in fact, has been readying itself for the massive influx of tourists from all over the world. There has never been a better time to take a luxury holiday in China than during the Olympics, as new 5-star hotels and luxurious facilities pop up all over the country. There is a huge variety of tours available, so you don't even need to be interested in sports to want to... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Gregory Smyth @ Thursday, 12th June 2008 @ 4:32 PM

The Maldives, southwest of Sri Lanka and several hundred kilometers off the coast of India, are one of the world's most beautiful, historic and tranquil holiday destinations. White sandy beaches, transparent blue waters and palm tress are inescapable in the Maldives - but why would you want to escape such luxury and beauty?! There are approximately 300,000 permanent residents of the Maldives, and many years the number of tourists is 1 and a half times this. With your pick of eighty-seven to... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Suzy Davis @ Thursday, 12th June 2008 @ 3:02 PM

Our Dubai and Cairo journey was a perfect juxtaposition of ultramodern with the ancient. We came to planet Dubai to be astonished and this 21st century wonder did deliver. Since my visit last year, it has exploded with even more growth. Dubai seeks to become the world's premier tourist destination. With favorable tax rates, it is now home to worldwide mega corporations. Credit is due to the ruling sheik with his entrepreneurial vision and super tolerance. He's the opposite o... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Roger Munns @ Thursday, 12th June 2008 @ 10:32 AM

The Balearic Islands, located in the Mediterranean Sea, play host to millions of tourists each year. Menorca (Minorca) is the second largest island in the archipelago, which belongs to Spain. Menorca, home to many resorts and towns in eight municipalities, is very rich in history and culture. Several celebrities visit Menorca year after year for fun, relaxation and family time. Museums, art galleries and musical events are among the attractions that draw people to the Balearic Is... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Scott Russell @ Thursday, 12th June 2008 @ 5:36 AM

There are just so many great honeymoon destinations out there. So in order to help you choose the perfect location for your honeymoon or romantic getaway, I've compiled this list of five great romantic destinations. These five spots are all naturally blessed, with amazing scenery, wonderful hotels, and fantastic restaurants -- everything you want in a honeymoon destination. 5. Antigua Antigua is a great little Caribbean island. It has excellent beaches and even be... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Pius Victor Ephenus @ Thursday, 12th June 2008 @ 12:41 AM

Paris is an old city full of intrigue with a long history; it's location straddling the banks of the river Seine make it a beautiful city to visit. For most people visiting Paris, a short stay is often the way they first see the city; you will however, discover that more time is required to fully appreciate what it has to offer. It is known for its wonderful buildings, style, excellent food and wine; the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and the Louvre must not go unmentioned. Visito... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Travel » Destinations | By Pius Victor Ephenus @ Wednesday, 11th June 2008 @ 11:26 PM

Although probably the theme park capital of the world, a vacation in Orlando, Florida does not mean these are the only attractions to keep visitors amused. Orlando Town is also your destination for museums, galleries, historical places, edifices, flea markets, churches and much more. The city has been attracting tourists for a long time and justifiably so as it has just about everything the visitor could want. It is a great place to visit even if you only have shopping on your mind as Or... more...