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  • Fitness Boot Camp Vacations – Return Home Buff and Smiling

    Fitness Boot Camp Vacations – Return Home Buff and Smiling

    Fitness Boot Camp Locations Around The Globe Let’s face it, when we go on holiday, most of us see it as an opportunity to over-indulge in pretty much everything: sleep, food, drink, sunshine. Whatever diet you may be on doesn’t really count, you’re taking a break from your routines and that means you can enjoy [...]

    May 17, 2012 | 0 Comments More
  • A Great Summer Read, “Radio Shangri-La” – Book Review

    A Great Summer Read, “Radio Shangri-La” – Book Review

    I’ve just completed a journey to ‘The Happiest Kingdom on Earth” (Bhutan in the Himalaya mountains) courtesy of Radio Shangri-La, a terrific book to add  to your summer reading list. Lisa Napoli, a public radio broadcaster in Los Angeles, is rescued from an unfulfilled life by an invitation to spend 6 weeks in Bhutan assisting [...]

    May 16, 2012 | 0 Comments More
  • Visiting The Sydney Opera House – More Than Just Opera

    Visiting The Sydney Opera House – More Than Just Opera

    No trip to Sydney Australia is complete without enjoying a show at the Sydney Opera House. Whether you want to hear a musical performance, catch a comedy, or attend an Opera, the Sydney Opera House has it all.  The Sydney Opera House is as iconic to Sydney as the harbour bridge, and is perhaps the [...]

    May 15, 2012 | 0 Comments More
  • Top 5 Treks of Ladakh – A Himalaya High

    Top 5 Treks of Ladakh – A Himalaya High

    Top 5 treks of Ladakh that blew me away The snow-capped peaks of Himalayas, scenic wonders of nature, crystal blue waters- those are the memories that stay with you once you have been to Ladakh. I am no different. The experience of trekking in Ladakh was simply exhilarating, and it is really hard to pick [...]

    May 14, 2012 | 0 Comments More
  • Civil War 150th Anniversary – Take The Whole Family On A Living History Getaway

    Civil War 150th Anniversary – Take The Whole Family On A Living History Getaway

    This is the  Sesquicentennial anniversary – 150 years since the the Civil War in the United States.  Commemorations are taking place all across our country.  Don’t miss the opportunity to relive our nation’s history by visiting the prominent locations that shaped so much of our nation’s history and character. If a unique getaway is what [...]

    May 11, 2012 | 0 Comments More

Unique Vacation Ideas

Fitness Boot Camp Vacations – Return Home Buff and Smiling

Fitness Boot Camp Vacations – Return Home Buff and Smiling

Fitness Boot Camp Locations Around The Globe Let’s face it, when we go on holiday, most of us see it as an opportunity to over-indulge in pretty much everything: sleep, food, drink, sunshine. Whatever diet you may be on doesn’t really count, you’re taking a break from your routines and that means you can enjoy [...]

May 17, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Civil War 150th Anniversary – Take The Whole Family On A Living History Getaway

Civil War 150th Anniversary – Take The Whole Family On A Living History Getaway

This is the  Sesquicentennial anniversary – 150 years since the the Civil War in the United States.  Commemorations are taking place all across our country.  Don’t miss the opportunity to relive our nation’s history by visiting the prominent locations that shaped so much of our nation’s history and character. If a unique getaway is what [...]

May 11, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Famous Trains – World’s Best Train Trips

Famous Trains – World’s Best Train Trips

Its official: the train is still the most romantic and glamorous way to travel. Whatever the destination, going by train makes your holiday all about the journey – below, we list 5 of the world’s best train trips with the most spectacular rail lines in the world. Want to take an epic train journey? Win [...]

May 9, 2012 | 0 Comments More

Great Travel Deals

An Abundance of Australia Travel Discounts for Savvy Seniors

An Abundance of Australia Travel Discounts for Savvy Seniors

Savvy ways to find travel discounts across Australia for senior travelers Australian senior citizens get great deals with their senior cards issued by the government, but so do non-citizen seniors who are travelling within the country. Savvy seniors travelling in Australia know how to find and get those deals. Ticket offices for cable cars, tourist [...]

April 30, 2012 | 0 Comments More
London Guide – How To Visit London On The Cheap

London Guide – How To Visit London On The Cheap

Our London Guide is all about keeping money in your pocket and helping your enjoy this intriguing city while doing London On The Cheap. People often think of a London vacation as a trip that requires a lot of money, but a successful trip to London can actually be had on a shoestring budget. London [...]

April 23, 2012 | 0 Comments More
How To Save Gas On Your Next Vacation Getaway

How To Save Gas On Your Next Vacation Getaway

Pain at the pump came early this year. Gas prices began rising in the winter, which marked an earlier start than in previous years, and are predicted to soar into record territory by summer. Travel plans will surely take a hit. So, what about that vacation you’ve been waiting all winter to take? Don’t let [...]

April 12, 2012 | 0 Comments More

Good-To-Know

A Great Summer Read, “Radio Shangri-La” – Book Review

A Great Summer Read, “Radio Shangri-La” – Book Review

I’ve just completed a journey to ‘The Happiest Kingdom on Earth” (Bhutan in the Himalaya mountains) courtesy of Radio Shangri-La, a terrific book to add  to your summer reading list. Lisa Napoli, a public radio broadcaster in Los Angeles, is rescued from an unfulfilled life by an invitation to spend 6 weeks in Bhutan assisting [...]

May 16, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Visiting The Sydney Opera House – More Than Just Opera

Visiting The Sydney Opera House – More Than Just Opera

No trip to Sydney Australia is complete without enjoying a show at the Sydney Opera House. Whether you want to hear a musical performance, catch a comedy, or attend an Opera, the Sydney Opera House has it all.  The Sydney Opera House is as iconic to Sydney as the harbour bridge, and is perhaps the [...]

May 15, 2012 | 0 Comments More
England’s Popular Train Journeys – Explore Britain By Rail

England’s Popular Train Journeys – Explore Britain By Rail

Travelling throughout Britain is getting harder and more expensive with rising fuel costs and busy motorways, but there is a much easier way to travel – by Britain’s extensive train service.  Travelling in this way can mean increased comfort and the whole family will be less stressed.  There is no shortage of places served by [...]

May 4, 2012 | 0 Comments More

Taste of Our Travels

Munch Your Way Through Florence – Gourmet Food Tours in Tuscany

Munch Your Way Through Florence – Gourmet Food Tours in Tuscany

Come meander through Florence and experience the many gourmet food tours in Tuscany! Italian cuisine is renowned worldwide for its delicious cooking styles and amazing recipes, and it is nowadays being served in some of the most sought after and famous restaurants in the world. Little did we know that this traditional cooking style stems [...]

May 8, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Make A Perfect Cocktail Right In Your Hotel Room

Make A Perfect Cocktail Right In Your Hotel Room

The James Hotel New York, Soho’s latest urban chic hotel, is bringing in-room amenities to a whole new level!  The James wants you to be able to sip a delicious designer cocktail right in the privacy of your own room while you gaze out at the sparkling New York skyline, with their new “in-room mixology [...]

April 19, 2012 | 0 Comments More
A Foodie’s Intro To Luscious Sicilian Food

A Foodie’s Intro To Luscious Sicilian Food

If the current BBC TV series ‘Sicily Unpacked’ is anything to go by then our fascination with the beauty of Sicilian food and culture continues to grow. The show features Giorgio Locatelli, widely considered to be one of the best Italian chefs working in the UK, inspiring his travel companion, Andrew Graham-Dixon with some of [...]

February 6, 2012 | 0 Comments More

Just Back Trip Reports

Top 5 Treks of Ladakh – A Himalaya High

Top 5 Treks of Ladakh – A Himalaya High

Top 5 treks of Ladakh that blew me away The snow-capped peaks of Himalayas, scenic wonders of nature, crystal blue waters- those are the memories that stay with you once you have been to Ladakh. I am no different. The experience of trekking in Ladakh was simply exhilarating, and it is really hard to pick [...]

May 14, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Esmeralda Resort St. Martin – A Tranquil Beachside Retreat

Esmeralda Resort St. Martin – A Tranquil Beachside Retreat

Here it is a few weeks since our stay at The Esmeralda Resort on the French-side of St. Martin, and I’m still feeling it’s relaxed vibe. This hotel is a fantastic choice for folks who want to slip away for a peaceful vacation that’s only steps away from the excitement of Orient Beach.

April 10, 2012 | 0 Comments More
Sonesta St. Maarten Hotels – A Room For Every Taste and Budget

Sonesta St. Maarten Hotels – A Room For Every Taste and Budget

I’m just back from a great trip to St. Maarten where I experienced BOTH of the popular Sonesta Hotels; the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort and the Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort. (Both on Dutch side). The Sonesta Maho Beach Resort and Casino is conveniently located right next to the airport – you’ll be checking in minutes after clearing customs. The hotel has a city feel, although once inside the resort, you’ll find all the tropical amenities you would expect from a beach resort.

March 26, 2012 | 0 Comments More