The word Texas derives from a word in the Caddoan language of the Hasinai, which means “Friends” or Allies. It is also known as the Lone Star because of the state flag’s design: a broad vertical blue stripe at left, centered by a single white star, with horizontal bars of white...
A holiday on Zante (Zakinthos) is a great introduction to the Greek Islands. Friendly people, delicious food and above average accommodation, and a chance to take some interesting island excursions add up to an unforgettable Greek holiday. Zakinthos Town, near the centre of the east coast of the...
Alaska. Talk about a place that’s gotten a bum rap. Half the world thinks it’s part of Canada and the other half thinks it’s just a big block of ice. Well, hold on to your fur coats because there is more to see and do in Alaska than you know.
For starters there’s...
Florence is a city full of history where its easy to be charmed by surrounds and you do not notice some little corners, minor ones that make you rediscover the city and the character of Florentine people.
One of these is little corners in Florence, perhaps surrounded by a legend, is in...
If youre planning a vacation to London, be sure to take advantage of this wonderful city with so much to offer. London is brimming with an array of exciting things to do and things to see for all ages and tastes. As one of the culture capitals of the world, London holds sight seeing and tourist...
There are literally hundreds of national parks and preserved wildlife areas in African safaris that you are sure to find yourself cramping all them into limited schedules. That way, you may see all. but would you rather experience safaris in excessively fast pace and never get the marvel from...
Known as the land of Vikings, Sweden is actually an odd mix of cosmopolitan cities and vast stretches of wide-open spaces. For budget travelers, Sweden is a bit expensive.
Stockholm
An incredibly beautiful city in the summer, Stockholm is the Venice of Northern Europe. Like Venice,...
All the way up the Yukon Trail, beyond the borders of the USA with Canada lies a bit (or rather, a lot, judging by the size of it) of Uncle Sam’s land. Alaska is somewhat of a forgotten American state. It is also the last one. Lands that are mostly in the Artic Circle, mountains as high as...
How To Have A Kauai Getaway – On A Budget
So you want to visit Kauai, Hawaii, one of the most beautiful places on the earth, but it just doesnt seem possible financially. Ive been there and it is certainly worth the visit, so it is just a matter of figuring out how to make it...
How To Have A Great Family Vacation At Disney World
A vacation to Walt Disney World is one your whole family will remember forever. And it is an especially exiting trip for children. But if youre in the dark about how to purchase an affordable Disney World vacation package, you may be a...
I have been an avid visitor on my holiday to the city of Valencia since 1980, and only noticed slight improvements and changes as far as its tourist offers were concerned, but in the last five or six years, this city has so much to do that I find myself travelling there whenever I can. I have...
Color-drenched sunsets. Magical moonlit walks along the ships decks. Gazing out into the ocean and whispering words of love to your new spouse. Nothing is more romantic than a cruise. Honeymooners can have their choice of destinations and decide if they want to participate in all of the ships...