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Top 5 Greek islands to explore
Did you know that there are over 150 inhabited Greek islands? But only a few of them are ever really ‘on the map’ so to speak. When choosing which islands to visit it can certainly be tough. So, if you are planning on a trip to Greece here are five of the best islands to visit.
1. Mykonos
If you love to party then you will love Mykonos. Packed full of beach bars, clubs and restaurants it is also blessed with perennial sunlight which sets the city aglow. Greek mythology states that the sun was sent by the Greek god Apollo. It is a popular choice with the younger crowd, so if you are into the more sedate of holidays then it may be one to avoid.
2. Corfu
If you are an avid reader then the Greek island of Corfu is the perfect spot for you. Located just off … Read More
How Far Can a Tank of Fuel Take You in the US?
The United States is a big country, but you might be surprised at just how far you can travel on one tank of fuel. Have a look at the infographic below from Alamo which illustrates just how many things you can see and do within relatively short drives.
Theme Parks
Start your journey at the Alamo USA office at Orlando International Airport and you can reach some of the world’s best known theme parks, including Disney’s Magic Kingdom, Universal Studios Florida, SeaWorld Orlando and Birthday World. Alternatively, you could pick up your car at New York’s Newark Airport and visit Santa’s Village, Deno’s Wonder Wheel Park or Blackbeard’s Cave.
World Heritage Sites
The United States has a wealth of Heritage sites to visit, and your tank of fuel could take you from Washington, DC, to the Statue of Liberty or to Independence Hall, where both the Declaration of Independence and … Read More
LAGUNA LANG CO SETS NEW STANDARD IN GOLF RESORTS
Banyan Tree Resorts this week is opening Laguna Lang Co, an integrated five-star golf resort on Vietnam’s Central Coast.
(TRAVPR.COM) THAILAND – October 30th, 2012 – Coastal golf resorts, with every amenity on site – golf, hotel, spa, dining, water activities and other indulgences – aren’t as common in Asia as you might think.
At the high end, they’re rare. So much so that you can easily count the number of fully integrated five-star seaside golf resorts in China, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines on one hand. This changes when Laguna Lang Cô, a world-class development by Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts, opens this week on Vietnam’s Central Coast.
The hotel/championship golf course complex puts a whole new meaning on the term “golf resort” in Vietnam, and indeed Asia. For few, if any, other existing facilities – on the coast or inland – match what it offers. For a … Read More
EAGLE HOLE SOARS FOR KUNMING GOLF TOURISM
First, South Africa had the extreme hole at the Legend Golf & Safari Resort in Limpopo province – a 400-metre almost vertical downhill vertigo-inducing par-3 accessible only by helicopter.
Now, China has the eagle hole at Sky Oasis Golf Resort near Kunming – a 150-metre visually stunning experience that is about to help put Yunnan province on the international golf map. The eagle hole opened on October 12 for members of Sky Oasis, a 36-hole complex, 100 kilometres north of Kunming.
Like South Africa’s extreme par-3, China’s eagle hole is not part of the main course. Designed by US golf architect Cynthia Dye, a niece of design legend Pete Dye, the eagle hole was conceived during a site survey for a possible fourth course at the resort.
The group came across a cliff overlooking an alpine meadow that, on the contour map, resembled an eagle. As Cynthia Dye inspected the … Read More
The Highlights of Mexico
This in itself is an extremely difficult task, to narrow down all that this unbelievable country has to offer into a few “highlights”. Mexico provides it all; great history, beautiful scenery, fascinating people, nature, cuisine, the phrase “something for everyone” is rarely so fitting. Those who like an adventure will not be left disappointed, those looking for a relaxing, exotic break have come to the right place and even the budget traveller will have an abundance of options in Mexico. It is hard to fault this country on a whole as a tourist destination and here are some of my own highlights or must see/do’s:
- Beaches – In Mexico it is difficult not to come across a perfect white sandy beach and with over 450 beaches along its coastline it’s easy to say why. In the majority of cases the word perfect is certainly not an overstatement. Puerto Vallarta resorts
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The Napalife Guide To Napa Valley
Paul Franson, the editor and publisher of NapaLife, the Insider’s Guide to Napa Valley, has published a new book of the secrets of life in Napa Valley.
The NapaLife Insider’s Guide to Napa Valley: A Travel Guide for the Connected Age is a 360-page, 100,000-word guide to Napa Valley for visitors and locals. It describes the valley in detail, focusing on the wine and wineries, food and restaurants as well as other attractions.
What it doesn’t do it waste space on details of attractions, which are readily available online and change often. Instead, it tells people what life is really life in Napa Valley, from the reason wineries can’t have restaurants to the best places to eat, from the best bicycle trips to the best views.
It also includes Franson’s strong opinions on all aspects of life in his chosen home.
Franson’s paid weekly newsletter NapaLife is the source of … Read More
New Free IPhone App For Spain Launched
A brand new app aimed at English Speaking Expats and Tourists for Spain has just been launched on iTunes.
“appiguide” iPhone app aims to be the only app you’ll ever need for Spain by empowering users with constantly updated dynamic features. appiguide FREE iPhone app contains:
An interactive business directory for the whole of Spain – search by category, business type or area based on the Spanish Costas and major towns and within a specified radius from your current location. So you can find what you need around you from your hotel room or apartment, view them on a map, call to book or ask questions and get directions to the business! It can even be used before you travel to find out which businesses or places of interest are near your destination.
For each business you can:
• read a description
• view map location
• tap … Read More
Trace The West Coast Of Africa With Zegrahm Expeditions
Discover Nine Less-Visited African Nations and Give Back at an Amputee Soccer Camp in Sierra Leone.
SEATTLE, WA – Zegrahm Expeditions, the leader in small ship cruising and overland adventures, is offering a captivating voyage up the West Coast of Africa. Starting in Douala, Cameroon and ending in Dakar, Senegal, the journey visits nine nations and explores the region’s intriguing cultural heritage, storied history, and numerous natural wonders.
In addition, a highlight of the trip is a visit to Greatest Goal Ministries (GGM), a non-profit organization dedicated to helping Sierra Leone’s war-affected disabled and amputee community. Trip participants will have the opportunity to enjoy a lively soccer match with the amputees.
“Because of the positive feedback we received from guests on our inaugural Tracing the West Coast of Africa expedition in April 2012, we decided to offer the itinerary again in November 2013,” stated Jon Nicholson, President of Zegrahm Expeditions. … Read More
Tucan Travel Announces New Live Inca Trail Permit Tool
(From TravPR.com) Tucan Travel has announced a new tool on its website that shows the number of permits available for the Inca Trail.
For many, the highlight of visiting Peru is the Inca Trail, the four day hike through the Andes Mountains to watch the sun rise over the glorious Machu Picchu. Tucan Travel has now made booking this trip of a lifetime easier and quicker with the ability to check the availability of Inca Trail permits LIVE on their website. With only 500 permits available a day, the Inca Trail is in high demand but now, all you need to do is select ‘Inca Trail Permits’ at the top of the page to view all the availability in the upcoming months.
The number of Inca Trail permits is also available on Tucan Travel’s individual tours that include the Trek either as an included or optional excursion. Simply select the … Read More
Japan’s Top 7 Visitor Attractions
Japan is a Wonderful Destination:
The characters that make up Japan’s name mean “sun-origin”, which is why it is sometimes referred to as the “Land of the Rising Sun”. A journey to this land will never fail to fascinate and travelers can look forward to a trip of endless discovery, packed with gourmet experiences, indulgent spa treatments, modern art, pop culture, and heritage trails leading to towering castles and mist-shrouded mountains.
Japan is a land of astonishing contrasts. From antiquated temples and kimono-clad geisha girls hurrying between traditional tea houses in Kyoto, to lightning-quick bullet trains carrying sharp-suited businessmen between the high-tech cities of Tokyo and Osaka, Japan is a country where the past meets the future.
One misplaced view is that Japan’s position as the world’s third richest nation makes it an expensive holiday destination. In reality, it can be cheaper to travel in Japan than in most parts … Read More
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