Sitting round the dinner table one night , after a few bottles of Chianti with some old friends, most of whom had spent time as European tour guides and backpackers, I asked them to name the best thing to see or do while staying in Italy. There was a lot of loud discussion as some tried to...
I cannot recall the moment I discovered my fear of heights. I can remember falling from the top of a bunk bed once whilst on holiday as my sister slept on the bottom. I don’t think that was the defining moment, though I’m sure it played some part in developing my phobia.
But...
In the movie “City Slickers,” a group of vacationers has a series of adventures while working hard as ranch hands. But those who have been to a real Colorado dude ranch know it’s actually a relaxing way to spend a vacation.
Here are five reasons why a dude ranch is...
If you are into outdoor landscaping and gardening, you obviously spend a considerable amount of time outdoors. And as the weather turns from the cold and rainy days of winter to warm spring days, visions of crocuses, tulips and outdoor barbeques take over. But spending so much time outside,...
With visitor numbers static in recent years and facing new competiton from former Eastern Bloc countries offering cheap holidays, the recent announcement by the Maltese government that negotiations were at an advanced stage with two low cost airlines has sparked hopes that the island will see a...
The road branched right into a trail named on the map as Llanberis Pass. In my experience anything labelled as a Pass meant spectacular scenery and a tinge of excitement stirred within me.
What began as a gentle shower was now a torrential downpour. As I progressed through the valley the...
What You Need to Know About Your Health in Advance of Travel
All travelers should familiarize themselves with conditions at their destination that could affect their health (high altitude or pollution, types of medical facilities, required immunizations, availability of required...
Last Minute Weekend Getaway To The Beach Club Resort Hamilton Island.
The Beach Club Hamilton Island is ideal for a last minute weekend getaway from almost anywhere on the Eastern Coast of Australia, and it is only three hours door to door from Melbourne. What this means that it is...
Are you and your partner in need of a romantic getaway? If you are, you may want to take the time to examine Maui. Maui is known as a popular vacation destination, as well as a popular destination for romantic getaways. With the beauty of the island, as well as a lot of fun, romantic things to...
Japan & ESL Teaching Contracts – What You Need to Know Before You Sign
If youve spent any time at all browsing through forums on teaching English in Japan, youve probably run across more than a few horror stories. Topics range from working hours and conditions way in excess of...
Dublin -10 Things You Didn’t Know
Ireland’s capital city Dublin has fast become one of the most visited short break city destinations in Europe. It seems these days that anyone and everyone has been there, done it and seen it all in Dublin. Besides being home to Guinness,...
Each year, a fairly large number of individuals take the time to full plan out their vacations or romantic getaways. As many benefits as there are to planning a vacation ahead of time, there are also times when it isnt possible to do so. Whether you have recently been given time off from work...