• Christmas Party in London

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    Come 25th December and it’s time to party, that’s the spirit of Christmas around the world. Celebrated by more than 2 billion people, this festival shows a flamboyant display of the Christian culture amongst all ages. London is one of the few great venues for Christmas parties in the world.Read more…
  • Three Wine Route Towns in Alsace, France

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    BERGHEIM , along the Alsatian Wine Route is a classic town in Alsace , France. Its fortifications, baroque fountain and market square make it a real find for wine enthusiasts ,photographers and travel enthusiasts. Bergheim dates back to Roman times.Read more…
  • Normandy, France: A Trip in the Footsteps of the Liberators

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    As my husband and I picked up our rental car at Charles de Gaulle International Airport and headed west from Paris to Normandy, we looked forward to reliving "Operation Overlord," the militarycampaign led by Supreme Allied Commander Dwight D. Eisenhower, in June 1944, that would free Europe from the Nazi occupation.We arrived in Caen, about 150 miles from Paris, in mid-afternoon and checked into our hotel.Read more…
  • An Adventure in Provincetown

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    Our first big outing on Cape Cod took us to Provincetown. Although many people joke about Provincetown and the sexual orientation of many of the residents, it is a beautiful place to visit . .Read more…
  • Cameron Highlands: In the Lap of Nature

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    Famous as the “Green Bowl” of Malaysia, the Cameron Highlands is an attractive sight located at 1,829 meters from the sea level. It was first discovered by British Surveyor William Cameron in 1885. It is the biggest producer of Cabbages, tomatoes, lettuces and green peppers.Read more…
  • Genting Highlands: Relaxes the Mind

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    Everyone, sometime or the other feels like being in the lap of nature away from the noise, pollution, hustle and bustle of the city. Someone who is living in Malaysia is quite fortunate to have so many options to fulfill his or her desire. Genting Highlands in one of the places in the country where one can have that elusive peace and relaxation of mind under the nature of mountains and majestic scenery.Read more…
  • Bali - A Lesson to Be Learned

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    Bali. Indonesia. I wonder what the world’s view of Bali is today.Read more…
  • An Adventure In Boston

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    If you want historical sites of the American Revolution, you need to visit Boston. Of course there are other reasons to visit, also: the food, the people, and the accents.Having experiencing a detour within seconds after we picked up our rental car at Boston's Logan Airport, we didn't want to brave the hand directed traffic of the streets of Boston.Read more…
  • An Adventure On Cape Cod

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    If you are considering vacationing at Cape Cod, there are several things should know and be aware of. We speak from experience.If you are coming to Cape Cod by air, rail, or bus, then you need to consider renting a car once you arrive in Massachusetts.Read more…
  • An Adventure in Hyannis

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    As teenagers growing up in the early sixties, my wife and I saw Hyannis and Hyannisport as mythical kingdoms populated by the rich, the famous, and the powerful. Except for the mythical part this is probably still true.Peg and I traveled to Hyannis with friend and guide, Al Burrage.Read more…
  • An Adventure to West Dennis on Cape Cod

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    When I was making plans to visit Cape Cod, in my mind I always saw my goals as having fun . . .Read more…
  • Chattanooga!

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    The fourth-largest city in Tennessee (with a population of about 150,000 people) may have a funny name (which, incidentally, means “rock” in Muskogee), but it also has quite a few things to offer the potential homebuyer or visitor.TransportationGlenn Miller’s swinging tune “Chattanooga Choo Choo” may be the first association that pops into mind when one thinks of Chattanooga, but the city has made heaps of progress since days of big band jazz. And although the railroad stills plays a role in commerce and industry (check out the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum!Read more…
  • Ankara: Preserving the History

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    Turkey's one of the oldest cities Ankara located near the center of country is the capital of Turkey. It was founded in 2000 BC. After its recognition as the capital of republic of Turkey in 1923, its modern prominence got manifested.Read more…
  • Antalya: Full of Activities

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    Besides beaches, Antalya, Turkey possesses a lot of other attractions for the visitors. Scuba diving, sailing, para gliding, rafting, mountain climbing, tracking and many other activities you can perform over here. Visiting Antalya in May is quite interesting—you can swim in the morning and ski in the afternoon in the afternoon at Saklıkent.Read more…
  • Istanbul: Historically Modern

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    Very few cities in and around Europe have a long history. Berlin, Lisbon, Paris, Cairo and some others constitute the list of places with a long history in Europe. Istanbul also joins the bunch because of its historical importance.Read more…
  • A Closer Look At The Surprising Origin Of Cigars

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    You might think that the world's first cigars were rolled in Spain, or that the philosophic French were the very first to wax existential over cigarette smoke, but before there were any cigars or cigarettes in the old world, tobacco had to be brought in from the new one. Tobacco is a plant that was originally found only in North and South America, where native Americans have cultivated it for hundreds, if not thousands, of years.The Indigenous Mayans of the Mexican Yucatan peninsula grew tobacco plants, and there is evidence showing that they smoked it in ways similar to the way we do today.Read more…
  • A Newbie’s Guide To Cigar Smoking Etiquette

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    Have you ever wondered what the deal is with cigars? Do you know how to light one? Is there a special way to smoke one?Read more…
  • Places in Paris to Romance Your Love

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    Like Venice, Paris has always been a magnet for lovers and their affairs. As Woody Allen put it: "As long as you haven't been kissed during any of those rainy Parisian afternoons, you haven't been kissed at all." Paris is where sleepy marriages are rekindled, the flames of passion ignited, vows renewed, and special someones met.Read more…
  • Direction Triglav

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    The name only appeared in the 16th century, and describes the shape of the mountain seen from the lake Bohinj. From here the main peak (2864m), Little Triglav (2725m) and Rjavec (2568m) seem to form a massive three-peak range.According to an hold legend the mountain is a gift from God.Read more…
  • Planning a Gap Year for Travel

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    For both students and people in work, the option for taking a gap year for travelling or working abroad is proving to be a very popular life choice. Making the decision to take a gap year and following it through can be difficult to achieve. For a student taking a gap year before or after taking a university degree, a gap year can have a huge positive effect in terms of boosting confidence, increasing maturity, developing social skills, gaining experience and knowledge of different cultures, helping the environment and feeling independent by taking the opportunity of working in a different country.Read more…

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