Travelers with Disabilities: The Untapped Market
By Craig Kennedy - 4/3/2009
When most people think about accommodating people with disabilities in their business they get a scared feeling in their gut and their mind scrambles to search for that all-important date when the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) went into effect. It doesn?t have to be that way! When business...
Tourist Attractions in Sweden - A Personal Top-10
By Marc A. De Jong - 4/3/2009
Sweden is one of Europe`s best kept secrets. The country has so much to offer. Besides, it`s very affordable nowadays and the climate is much better than most people think. Just to give you an idea what to see I made a top-10 of tourist attractions in Sweden. Here they are - in no particular order. ...
NC Railroad Museum Enthralls Kids Young & Old Alike
By Matthew Keegan - 4/3/2009
Situated in the heart of central North Carolina along the border of Wake and Chatham counties, just thirty minutes south of Raleigh, is the North Carolina Railroad Museum / New Hope Valley Railway. Featuring steam and diesel locomotives as well as various boxcars, flatcars, and the like, the museum ...
Save Up to 50% Off Hotel AV Equipment Rates with a Tech Travel Agent
By John Beagle - 4/3/2009
Captured Audience Effect Ever pay $40 to rent a 10`x10` piece of carpet worth $10? How about $100 for a folding table or $50 for a chair? Hotels and convention centers know that most people will pay a high price. That same pricing philosophy applies to technology rentals like projectors and plasma f...
Planning Your Next Trip?
By Gerron Woodruffe - 4/3/2009
Currency movements can affect the cost of a trip. For example, a favorable rate of exchange means that your local currency is worth more and will provide you with more buying power. In fact, travelers whose local currency has appreciated dramatically will find that they will be able to afford much m...
Rome - Places to See, Places to Stay
By Sachin Agarwal - 4/3/2009
Roma, Eterna Cita (Engl. Rome, Eternal City)! The capital of Italy is located on the rivers Aniene and Tiber, close to the Mediterranean Sea. With a population of almost 9 millions (in 2004), it is the largest city in the country. Rome has three airports: Leonardo Da Vinci International Airport - F...
Go Where The French Go!
By Stephen Hay - 4/3/2009
Run Out Of Holiday Ideas? Have a basic understanding of French? Then plan a get-away to destinations you`d not normally consider and... Go Where The French Go! You`ll first need to get yourself to France, which is best done from where you are... But why not start your holidays with a week visiting t...
New York City - Budget Accommodation Guide - Bed & Breakfasts
By Susanne Pacher - 4/3/2009
In my experience, bed and breakfasts are one of the best ways of experiencing a new place. In many cases the rates can be quite reasonable although there is an increasing number of high end luxury bed and breakfasts and inns, many of whom may end up charging several hundred dollars per night as well...
Where Are The Regions of New Zealand?
By Stephen Hay - 4/3/2009
Where is New Zealand, exactly? New Zealand is two islands in the Pacific, but it is not a Pacific Island. All those islands we normally think of as "Pacific": New Caledonia, Fiji, Tonga, the Cook Islands, and Tahiti, lie between 15 and 23 degrees South. They are north of the Tropic of Caprico...
Choosing Hotels in Chilean Patagonia is Easier Now
By Marcelo Kunstman - 4/3/2009
Patagonia is one of the most amazing places in the world. A land with a lot of history. A land of mountains, lakes, hills, beautiful flora and fauna with the past of aborigins known for its huge footprints, (that is why is called patagonia). A missionary called Padre Agostini said: "The Paine massif...
Travel To Russia - Baikal Lake
By Marina Smiley - 4/3/2009
One of the most spectacular and unspoiled places on earth, which attracts tourists worldwide, is lake Baikal, the deepest lake in the world.
This lake is considered to have the purest and most tasteful water known to man. The water in the lake is so clean and clear that one can easily catch sight of...
Enjoying the Best of the Mediterranean
By Rhiannon Williamson - 4/3/2009
The calm, unspoilt and pure waters of the Mediterranean Sea are actually part of the Atlantic Ocean. The Mediterranean is almost completely enclosed by the continents of Europe, Asia and Africa and the Sea connects some of the most fascinating, exciting and beautiful countries in the world includin...
Secrets to Finding Really Cheap Airline Tickets Online
By Gino Sterling - 4/3/2009
Knowing where to find really cheap airline tickets is the first step to shopping for the best airfares online but once you?ve overcome this little hurdle on your race to getting really cheap airline tickets you?ll need to know how to book the cheapest airfares. Let?s say you?ve found a great website...
Hello from Victoria (1) - Reaching the West Coast
By Susanne Pacher - 4/3/2009
Jetlag is an amazing thing. It`s barely after 5 am and I have already been reading for an hour an a half. So I figured I might as well use this bout of sleeplessness and record my first impressions of British Columbia. My WestJet flight out of Toronto left a 7:15 am yesterday, so that meant I got up...
Orlando Vacation Homes - Comparing Homes to Hotels
By Steve Black - 4/3/2009
When staying in Orlando, you really do have a lot of choices ... sort of. One of the big decisions that the travel sites and the travel books will alert you to is whether to stay on property or off. And to be perfectly honest, Disney hospitality can be very nice. We like the hidden Mickeys and the t...
Villa Rentals on South Carolina`s Hilton Head Island
By Jennifer Bailey - 4/3/2009
Hilton Head Island is a vacation destination for over two million people each year. While the beaches and facilities are still not crowded on this large island, vacationers value their time, and want a truly restful experience. Many times, vacationers want more room, more amenities, or more privacy ...
Galapagos Mountains of Africa
By Ian Williamson - 4/3/2009
The draw to this wonderful park is the diversity of flora and fauna and the remote almost inaccessible forests. There are no roads in the park, you have to be prepared to do lots of hard hiking, and indeed this is a hiker?s paradise. It is remarkable that these forests have remained untouched befor...
New Bern, NC: History at its Finest
By Matthew Keegan - 4/3/2009
When traveling through the South, certain destinations such as Charleston and Savannah have strong appeal to many as they are rich in history and warmth. In North Carolina, New Bern has a similar appeal and it is just now being "discovered" by visitors as a terrific destination in itself. See why th...
How To Pick A Travel Agency
By Nathan Lynch - 4/3/2009
The trip of a lifetime can take a lifetime to plan unless you know how to pick a travel agency. A common misconception is that travel agencies add to the cost of your trip. In truth, finding and using a good travel agency to plan your trip usually saves you time, money, and frustration. So how do yo...
Traveling to and Within Spain
By Ken Jones - 4/3/2009
Mainland Spain is situated on the Iberian peninsula in the southwest of Europe. It also encompasses two groups of islands. The Islas Baleares (Balearic Islands), in the Mediterranean, Mallorca the largest island is just over one hundred miles off the eastern coast and the Islas Canarias (Canary Isla...
Traveling in England on a Shoestring
By John McAllister - 4/3/2009
A good holiday doesn?t have to be expensive. Airline tickets, if booked early enough, cost lest than car parking charges at the airports. Budgeting is the most difficult part of the holiday. Set a budget for that weekend break and stick to it. Patricia and I did and we nearly succeeded. ?I never get...
A Look at Fractional Jet Ownership
By Jonas Elmerraji - 4/3/2009
We`ve all experienced it - the commercial flight. After a mad dash to make it to the airport on time, including the hours allotted for getting through security, where you`ll have to take off your shoes, empty your pockets, and prove that your laptop is not a bomb, you sit and wait for a couple hours...
Parador Argomaniz, Spain
By Gary Bumpas - 4/3/2009
The Parador Argomaniz is located 12 km from Vitoria/Gasteiz - approximately midway between Bilbao and Pamplona. This noble stone building was formerly the Larrea palace - whose family coat-of-arms is emblazoned prominently above the main entrance door. Parador Argomaniz is a rare find. It is a perf...
Vegas and the Ride of a Lifetime
By Caterina Christakos - 4/3/2009
Most people envision Las Vegas as one big casino. Admittedly I was one of them, until I undertook the ride of a lifetime. Imagine soaring hundreds of feet above canyons of red and orange, walking over rocks that been sculpted by mother nature herself and floating down a river of dreams. These are th...
Wonderful Wildwood, New Jersey
By Matthew Keegan - 4/3/2009
The Jersey Shore boasts some of the most crowded vacation destinations going. However, one popular resort, The Wildwoods, is truly a happening place and well worth the trip despite the crowds. Much of this venerable beach community took off in the 1950s with the opening up of the Garden State Parkwa...
Historical Hotels in Budapest, Hungary
By Fionn Downhill - 4/3/2009
What emanates from the heart of the city of Budapest is a deliberate steadfastness despite its momentous past. There is substantial authenticity in a city that houses an array of historical hotels that acknowledge past cultural influences, exhibit classical elegance, and demonstrate collaborative in...
Traveling on International Flights With Infants
By Reuben Yau - 4/3/2009
Traveling with infants is always a challenge, more so on long international flights. Some parents in order to keep their infant safe and secure during take off and landing will spend extra money to purchase a child`s fare and therefore a seat for their baby so he or she can be secured in a car seat ...
How to Save Money Buying Travel Online and Get the Best Deal
By Jolana Klobouk - 4/3/2009
Want to save some money when booking your travel online? Here are some tips to help you do just that. You at home have access to thousands of travel deals with the click of a mouse. 1. Sign up for travel e-newsletters Many airlines, tour operators, online travel agencies and travel sites have newsle...
Destinations in Southern Germany: The Romantic Road
By Pamela Bruce - 4/3/2009
The Romantic Road follows an old trade route and leads from the city of Würzburg (see a previous article of mine for a description) to the foothills of the Alps. Driving along the Romantic Raod, or part of it, gives you a chance to experience medieval towns, baroque palaces and King Ludwig`s castle....
A Guide to Colorado Mountain Vacations
By Eric Morris - 4/3/2009
The state of Colorado is one of the premier spots in the United States for mountain vacationing. A Colorado mountain vacation can be the adventure of a lifetime. There are many attractions in Colorado, including skiing, shopping, hiking, biking, and enjoying live entertainment. A Colorado mountain...
Enterprise Rental Cars Are Worth Looking At
By Bob Hett - 4/3/2009
Nearly everyone needs to rent a car at some point in his or her life. It could be while on vacation or when your current vehicle needs some work done or has been in an accident. Enterprise rental cars are a great option for someone who needs to rent a car. While they specialize in local and neighbor...
Berlin Germany Insider Sigtseeing ? TOP 10 Sights ? Part 1 of 4
By Marcus Hochstadt - 4/3/2009
With about 3,400,000 inhabitants, Berlin is the largest City in Germany. It is 38 kilometres long and 45 kilometres wide. Consider that Berlin has a lot of suburbs and districts. As you know, the city was divided in its history. You will still recognize that there is/was East-Berlin and West-Berlin ...
Hello from the Kawarthas - Early Fall Colours, Scarecrows, & Frogmen
By Susanne Pacher - 4/3/2009
Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in Ontario when forests light up in hues of yellow, orange and red. It`s the perfect time for drives in the countryside, to visit small villages, check out farmer`s markets, attend country fairs. We`ve had a long hot summer this year, even as I write this we...
What Makes Zambia Safari Unique?
By Enestle Zimba - 4/3/2009
Zambia is Africa?s best kept secret. It is the sleeping giant of African safari. It?s also the friendly people and the peace the country safeguards and continues to enjoy. That?s what makes the country a haven of peace for refuges from civil strive. ?And Zambia is the hub of African travel. Zambia i...
Visit San Francisco
By Tony Fenton - 4/3/2009
The 1906 earthquake and fire destroyed most of San Francisco, so what you see today is all relatively `new`. The climate is more like that of England than Southern California, but expect more sunshine! Everyone`s favourite, San Francisco has much to offer the tourist with world famous landmarks aga...
The Lighthouse of Alexandria
By Steven N. Ng - 4/3/2009
The Lighthouse of Alexandria is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It is the most recent Wonder to be built, having been built during the reign of Ptolemy I of Egypt, a commander under Alexander the Great who took over control of Egypt after Alexander`s death. Historical records indicate...
New Zealand Vacation Attractions - The North Island
By Greg Mattson - 4/3/2009
For many travellers on a New Zealand vacation, Auckland and the North Island are where their holiday begins. Here`s a look at some of the most popular sights and attractions in this part of the country: Auckland: Auckland is an attractive, diverse city, and where most visitors begin their New Zealan...
Travel Photography - Some Basic Resources
By Susanne Pacher - 4/3/2009
I have been experimenting for a while now with travel photography, and every time I go away I take hundreds of pictures. The most I ever took on a trip were 900+ pictures on my trip last year to Spain! After that experience I realized that almost 1000 pictures was a bit much and it took me a very lo...
Destinations in Southern Germany: Wurzburg
By Pamela Bruce - 4/3/2009
The city of Würzburg, located on the Main river about an hour`s drive (at Autobahn speeds) southeast of Frankfurt, is a relatively unknown destination that offers sight-seers great architecture and wonderful wines. While much of the downtown area was destroyed in a bombing raid in 1945, the numerous...
Cruising: Fun & Affordable
By Thomas Schoonover - 5/9/2008
Many people pass up going on a cruise for their vacation because of the myth that it is expensive. However, cruising has become a fun and economical way to vacation for young and old alike. It could be considered a downright bargain compared to staying at a resort, hotel, or private villa.
Cruisin...
China, The Most Ancient Empire On The Earth
By Elena Reboni - 5/8/2008
A country with the biggest population on the Earth, a country closed for a several decades; nowadays China is becoming one of the most interesting tourist destinations in Asia.
China is one of the oldest states in the world and the only, surviving till today.
For visitors China offers variety ...
Hello from Toronto - A Culinary Tour of the St. Lawrence Market & An Exploration of HistoricSt. Lawrence Hall
By Susanne Pacher - 5/7/2008
Life works in really strange and wonderful ways. At the beginning of this week I talked to my brother in Austria on the phone, and he said he`d been reading this German travel magazine and there was a big write-up about a Toronto-based tour guide who provides culinary tours of the St. Lawrence Marke...
5 Tips on Enjoying Your Day Spa Visit
By Theresa Carter - 4/28/2008
There`s just something about walking into a day spa, isn`t there? It`s a haven from your hectic every day life, an oasis that lets you do something just for you. That massage or body treatment feels like a guilty indulgence, even though it`s probably necessary for your sanity!
Whether you`re visi...
Coast Of Britain ? Exmoor National Park
By Steven Cronin - 4/21/2008
Surrounded by undulating, verdant countryside, as well as diminutive, charming hamlets, Exmoor is justifiably acknowledged as the land of cottages and combes. Located on the north Devon coast, Exmoor National Park is residence to a plethora of chocolate box villages along with magnificent landscapes...
En Route For Tibet
By Steven Cronin - 4/21/2008
North of the Himalayas, in western China, lies the self-governing land of Tibet. The Tibetan Plateau is the highest populated region on the planet and stands at an average elevation of 16,000 feet. To the north lie the imposing Kunlun Shan mountains, providing a natural border.
At one of the last ...
Fabulous Beach Vacations Appeal to the Whole Family
By Lori Wilkerson - 4/20/2008
It?s time to plan the family vacation and you?re running into trouble again. Just once you?d like to find something that everyone will love, but you don?t think you can find it; after all, you have the twins who are six years old, a terminally bored teenager, and a preteen daughter whose idea of th...
Those Cruise Articles Always Leave One Thing Out
By Susan Dunn, MA, The EQ Coach - 4/15/2008
Whenever I read articles about going on cruises, there?s one thing everyone leaves out! Since I?ve spoken on many cruises, I?ve had lots of opportunities to pack and prepare, and I don?t want you to forget this one thing.
Packing is important for your cruise and for your peace of mind.
First ...
How to find the best airline prices on discount airfare!
By Mike Yeager - 5/10/2007
Locating the best airline prices on discount airfare just got easier. It used to be a cumbersome, time consuming task to buy your airline tickets, but not anymore. The ball really has shifted into the court of the traveler. No need to contact a travel agent and wait for them to get back to you. Toda...
Party Games That Make You Laugh
By Steve Hatherley - 5/9/2007
A couple of years ago as one of our family parties wound down, one of my mother`s friends said, "What a wonderful party - it`s so wonderful to laugh. We don`t laugh enough these days, don`t you think? "
Our family parties are, well, different than most other parties. The main difference between ou...
Silent Macau
By Ieuan Dolby - 4/22/2007
A failed or neglected city springs to mind when walking around Macau during the day time. Around the outskirts of the Islands the doors of modern buildings never seem to open. Hotel restaurants tend to sole customers with reluctance: public gardens remain empty except for the lone tramp rooting arou...
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