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Destin-Nation Greece: Budget Travel on the Cheap
Published on 9 Jun, 2011 at 11:25 in Travel | | No Comments
Greece on a budget. Looking for an inexpensive European getaway? Look no further than the land of the philosophers, whitewashed and blue domed churches, Hercules and those other gyros.
Greece has fallen on tough times lately. Its economy was particularly hard hit by the global downturn, and the country is plagued by excessive national debt. But, that can mean financial…
Summer Travel: Exploring Cappadocia
Published on 9 Jun, 2011 at 9:17 in Travel | | No Comments
Disclaimer: Today’s summer travel destination isn’t exactly the most widely recognizable corner of the world. In fact, some of you seasoned travel vets out there might be scratching your heads and searching for the nearest world map. But we’re guessing that after a few hundred words or so, we’ll have you dreaming about a trip to Cappadocia.
We’re not talking…
Thailand: Best Beaches in the World?
Published on 8 Jun, 2011 at 8:05 in Travel | | No Comments
It isn’t easy picking Thailand’s special beaches. First, its been done before. Second, the whole damn coast is a best beaches highlight reel. So here’s at least some cream of a bumper crop, to be squabbled and huzzahed over.
Bangkok’s Suvarnbhumi International Airport is a major Asian hub and budget carriers like AirAsia have made travel to Thailand…
PAMUKKALE
Published on 7 Jun, 2011 at 11:04 in Travel | | No Comments
Until forty or fifty years ago, Pamukkale was a place where travelers who happened to pass by found peace and tranquillity and the opportunity for quiet meditation by the side of the sacred spring that still lies exposed, amid the few ancient columns and in the deep silence of the tombs that lay scattered over the countryside to the…
Celebrity Cruises
Published on 6 Jun, 2011 at 7:33 in Travel | | No Comments
Food
Aside from the sophisticated ambience of its restaurants, the cuisine has always been a highlight of a Celebrity cruise. However, in early 2007, Celebrity and longtime chef Michael Roux ended their affiliation. His hands-on involvement—personally creating menus and overseeing all aspects of dining operations—was integral in helping the line achieve the reputation it enjoys today. Happily, every ship…
Carnival Cruise Lines
Published on 4 Jun, 2011 at 9:35 in Travel | | No Comments
Overview
The world’s largest cruise line originated the Fun Ship concept in 1972 with the relaunch of an aging ocean liner, which got stuck on a sandbar during its maiden voyage. In true entrepreneurial spirit, founder Ted Arison shrugged off an inauspicious beginning to introduce superliners a decade later. Sporting red-white-and-blue flared funnels, which are easily recognized from afar,…
Azamara Club Cruises
Published on 3 Jun, 2011 at 8:55 in Travel | | No Comments
Overview
In something of a surprise move, parent company Royal Caribbean International announced the formation of an all-new, deluxe cruise line in 2007. Two vessels originally slated for service in the Celebrity Cruises fleet, which were built for now-defunct Renaissance Cruises and acquired with the purchase of the Spanish cruise line Pullmantur, were the basis for the new…
Great Scenic Train Rides in Europe
Published on 3 Jun, 2011 at 7:52 in Travel | | No Comments
“I just thought of a couple of mountain railways in Tyrol in western Austria – Jenbach up to Pertisau on the Achensee and Jenbach up the Zillertal to Mayrhofen. These sometimes have steam locos.”
France
“Personally I think most any ride in France is scenic in what I consider Europe’s most scenic country as a whole outside of…
8 Tips for Visiting Zanzibar: Africa’s Spice Island
Published on 27 May, 2011 at 11:27 in Travel | | No Comments
If you’re keen on tacking on some R&R after your oh-so-stressful Safari, consider Zanzibar. The “zan” in Tanzania is just an hour-and-a-half ferry ride from the mainland in the Indian Ocean. It’s the perfect tropical spot to kick back and relax. Here are a few tips to help you plan your trip.
1. Remember your visa. Visitors from the United…
Best New Hotel Amenities
Published on 27 May, 2011 at 10:08 in Travel | | No Comments
In-room wi-fi, minibar champagne splits, high-end toiletries, chocolates on the pillow . . . boring. In a world where guests have grown to expect a high level of amenity as standard, hotels are looking for ever more distinctive offerings. Here are some creative hotel amenities to look for, some gratis and others worth a splurge.
Sleep Aids:…
5 Dermatologist Tips for Sun-Safe Packing
Published on 27 May, 2011 at 9:00 in Travel | | No Comments
Summer is almost upon us, which means that your travels are probably taking you someplace where you’ll be enjoying the great outdoors. And odds are you’ll be visiting an area that your skin is not used to, whether it’s a high altitude area, an arid (or humid) climate, or a seaside locale with plenty of water for reflecting…
