A Guide to 5 Places to Visit in the Caribbeanby Orson Johnson 10/7/2008 1. Barbados - If you’re looking for a place with great recreational facilities, superb service and the perfect honeymoon aura, then you’ve picked the right island.. However, Barbados isn’t for everyone. No where would you see nude bathing or parties on the beach till dawn; Barbados is about sophistication and the "Dolce Vita" high life Dine a romantic dinner on a terrace by the beach as the sun sets or visit the famous Platinum Coast (Millionaires Playground), whichever you choose, if you’re looking for quality, class and beauty, Barbados will not disappoint. 2. The Cayman Islands - The Cayman Islands actually consist of 3 separate islands; Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac. The brilliant thing about these islands is that they cater to all sorts of travelers like the family bunch or the honeymoon couple. If you and your family are vacationing, head for Grand Cayman, a picture perfect family destination filled with dozens of adventures around every corner. Families can spend quality time together by visiting endangered animals or even touching and feeding stingrays at Stingray City. 3. Jamaica - Undoubtedly one of the most popular Caribbean islands to date, Jamaica is the third largest island with plenty of worthy places to visit. For starters head for Montego Bay; a popular tourist destination which is also known as the "Friendly City" in. ... |
Tour Trains US - Enjoy a Train Vacationby Wendy Pan 10/7/2008 Day 1 & 2 are spent in Chicago checking in the Palmer House Hilton and sight-seeing from the Navy Pier, and Grant Park. On day 3, the tour goes from Chicago to St. Louis on board the Steamboat Express. From day 4 through 7, the tour boards the American Queen to Hannibal, Missouri to learn all about Mark Twain and see beautiful scenery and eat Southern style fried chicken, baked ham, gumbo, mud pie. Day 8 through 12 takes the tour to Dubuque, Iowa with antique Victorian buildings then on to La Crosse, Wisconsin and Red Wing, MN with 19th century storefronts, busy railroad, and Captains Farewell Dinner. Then the tour returns to St. Paul for a Farewell Dinner and the trip back to Chicago by train and on home, sweet home. Scenic Trains and Canyons of the West This tour trains US involves an adventure through the west canyons and national parks. The tour includes two famous trains by the name of Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. The travelers will cover three states and besides rail ride will also be on a float raft trip down the Colorado River. There are six significant locations that this tour will ... |
The Do’s and Don’ts of Safe Travelby David Urmann 10/7/2008 • Check your car, or have it checked by a technician. Avoid unnecessary delays or accidents during your trip. • Plan your route in advance. Bring a road map if necessary. • Make advanced reservations in accommodations. This lessens the burden of looking for a place to stay upon your arrival. It saves you time as well. • Have a safe trip by fastening your seatbelts. Double check the children’s seatbelts. • When you reach your destination, lock your cars and keep valuable things out of sight before leaving. • Always be responsible and follow local rules and regulations. • Always keep your passport and other pertinent travel documents in a safe place. • Produce a digital and hard copy of your passport and keep it. It is smart to also store vital information of your passport in your email for easy retrieval when needed. • Dress simply and comfortably. Avoid too much jewelry. • Secure cameras and videocams safely in your bag. • Avoid bringing wallet or purses if you are going out. Just bring money enough to buy what you need. As much as possible, keep that money inside a buttoned pocket. • Avoid carrying many pieces of luggage. Bring only what is necessary. • Protect your valuables especially shoulder bags and cameras. Keep shoulder bags in front of you where you can see it all the time.. When sitting, keep your arm through a strap. • Avoid leaving any suspicious packages or bags from being unattended. It ... |
Thailand - Tips For a Sailing Vacationby D. Browall 4/2/2008 The Andaman Sea, with Phuket as its hub, is a excellent place for a sailing holiday. Here we find some of the most beautiful islands and beaches in the region, crystal clear waters and stunning geography. The diversity of this landscape is also a powerful attraction. Sailing in Thailand’s Koh Phi Phi Don means taking a chartered boat or yacht into the its clear-blue waters and enjoying its limestone cliffs. You can also dock ashore and dine into luxurious meals prepared by several seafood restaurants. There are also souvenir shops where you can absolutely find a great souvenir on your way home. Koh Phi Phi Lee, on the other hand, becomes a perfect setting for the movie The Beach. It lies 20 miles on the east side of Phuket. The marvelous sight of the bay is truly a sight to behold for anyone who wishes to see brilliant sunset and sunrise. It also provides a great setting for photographs. Sailing in Thailand in your yacht will ... |
Italy - Tips For a Sailing Vacationby D. Browall 4/2/2008 Yachting is predominant on the western side of Italy’s more than 5000 miles of coastline. Here is the Ligurian and the Tyrrhenian Sea. On the east coast is the Adriatic and in the south; the Ionian Sea. The west coast can be very crowded in the summer, especially in the north. July and August are the months to be someware else, but in the spring and autumn the coasts are more peaceful and the weather can be very nice. During summer weekends, booking ahead for a berth is essential. Many tourists visit Italy every year-and it is for a good reason. For one, they can enjoy winter sports in the Alpine Mountains. They can enjoy biking among its trails and perhaps reach other neighboring countries like Switzerland, Slovenia, France, and Austria. Down the country, you can walking along its cobblestone and brick streets and enjoy the awesome historic remains of baths and of the world-renowned Colosseum. The waters too are clearly inviting, perfect locations for sailing in Italy. You can perhaps blame the Italian rivers. Because of the country’s mild weather, they are easier to navigate. Thus, if you want to feel the country then sailing in Italy is a perfect activity for you. There are chartered yachts docked among its many ports. You can also hire a motor or sailboat, depending on the number of people who will be cruising and your finances. There are also charter yachts available in the isle of Dubrovnik in Croatia, an island known for its mild ... |
Boating Holidays in Franceby Martyn Davis 4/2/2008 With the vast amount of different rivers and canals in France, and having such a varied landscape, you can be sure that you will be able to find just the right type of holiday for you and your family. So, as you cruise along one of the rivers or canals at a leisurely pace you will get to see things that most people will never experience and each region also offers you the chance to experience their fantastic and sometimes unusual cuisine along with the incredible French wine that is as varied as the different regions. Only a boating holiday in France will enable you to fully appreciate the idyllic countryside and architecture from Roman to Renaissance periods, along with the beautiful chateaus that are dotted along the banks. With the added plus of the glorious weather to match, it is not like traveling along the Norfolk Broads in the United Kingdom most of the year, when you are guaranteed to get some rain or gloomy days! There is such a wide choice available for your boating holiday and you can pick the area with the climate for you; the further down South you go, the warmer it gets, but don’t forget that whilst cruising along, you need to be on the right hand side of the river or canal, just as the roads are in France! One point, a license is required to be able to travel by boat on the French waterways, unless of course you only have something like a canoe! ... |
Spain - Great For a Sailing Vacationby D. Browall 4/2/2008 The islands of Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza is called the Balearics. This is a nice cruising area with Mallorca as the nautical center. Over the last couple of years Spain’s Mediterranean coast and islands have seen a fantastic development in yachting facilities. There are new marinas being built everywhere, so that you are never more than a few hours’ sail from the next harbor. The Canaries - northwest of Africa’s coast - have long been associated with sailing and the yearly Atlantic Crossing sets off from here to St Lucia in November each year. For all tourists, Spain has something to offer all year round. During the months of May to September, where the weather is extremely good, you can take a walk along its capital city Madrid or Barcelona. On winter months, you can move some winter skiing among the slopes of Spanish mountains. The months of September to October are loaded with many kinds of activities you can participate in. Sailing in Spain, however, can be enjoyed anytime you want. In the centre of the colorful scenery of Costa del Sol, with all its sky-rise buildings and whitewashed houses, is Sotogrande. It is a very peaceful Spanish area surrounded by one of the world’s best marina. You can certainly find chartered boats and yachts that can offer different packages ... |
Guide To A Sailing Charter In Norwayby D. Browall 4/2/2008 The Norwegian coast is a heaven for sailors with picturesque small towns and a coastline especially on the south coast filled with islands. The fjords and the mountainous landscape gives you the possibility to create interesting itineraries that are unique along the 1.200 nautical miles long coastline. The beauty of Norway doesn’t only depend on its mountains and fjords but also on the diversity of its islands, which makes sailing in Norway truly enjoyable. All you have to do is charter a yacht, and then you can give yourself one unique and memorable holiday for you and your family. One of the most fascinating places to visit in Norway is Bergen. It is a small town, the income of which is much dependent on tourism. Perhaps the reason could be attributed to the fact that the city acts like a portal for the glamorous fjords that comprise Norway. Moreover, there are several amateur bands that tirelessly play all over the community. Hence, while you’re waiting for your charter to arrive, you can sit down and listen to these individuals play their own music. Sailing in Norway is like heaven. But where do you go? A good suggestion will be in the Norwegian South Coast region. By nature, the weather along this area is sometimes unpredictable. However, you can have many sheltered places along your charter. If you’re sailing alone, you can anchor your boat on any of the mountains near the fjords. Nevertheless, for safety purposes, ensure that you have the right safety equipment ... |
Caribbean Cruise Vacationby Mitchel Mason 9/21/2007 White sand, warm water, tropical drinks... the Caribbean can be a great place to take a break from the monotony of the office. A Caribbean vacation can serve as the nice reward you deserve for putting in so many long hours working. A Caribbean Cruise may already be in your mind but you still may not know what to anticipate. Cruise ships also have the facilities and services found in high-class hotels. Of course you desire to spend your vacation thinking of nothing but relaxing. You want a vacation connected to the environment, a vacation with an active nightlife and of course a vacation with a dinner in a first class restaurant. All these are included in vacation packages of Caribbean cruises. Now, how do you envision an ideal vacation? Is living with nature a great idea for you? Maybe, you desire to have a shopping spree in a first class department store. Or, maybe you would opt for active and noisy bar hopping and disco? Anyway, whatever your choice is, a Caribbean cruise provides them all. Caribbean cruises are one of the most popular vacation cruises all over the world. For most people, it has always been a wish to go to the Caribbean islands. The island has a fantastic blend of contemporary and natural sceneries that provide an exciting mix for this. If you love the sight of nature and want to experience a fabulous vacation in a tropical island paradise, the Caribbean cruise is an ideal vacation for you. The Caribbean Cruise ... |
Vacationing On Your Own Termsby Jason Rhodes 9/21/2007 Cruise lines are popular forms of travel down to the Bahamas. Cruise lines such as Carnival coordinate cookie cutter vacations with strict itineraries to ports of call like Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island. While cruise ships have many amenities such as fitness centers, a pool area, spas and all-inclusive packages, are they meant to be the vacation destination? For the innovative vacationers, who want to go to paradise and back via the sea have a unique option to visit exotic destinations for a personalized luxury vacation, otherwise known as a Luxury Yacht Charter. The Bahamas has so much more to offer than just Atlantis, a few waterfalls and a market place, but no cruise ship will ever go off the beat and path to take you there. Remember anywhere that you stop on a cruise, you are on the clock. The true meaning of a vacation is a reprieve from ordinary life with the freedom to choose your recreation and forms of travel. Yacht Chartering is becoming more common these days. For Yacht owners it has become a way for them to defray exuberant costs for a vessel that they will only use a month or two of the year. For the vacationer, it is a resource for a Luxury Bahamas Vacation on a multi-million dollar mega yacht for a fraction of that cost. On a Bahamas Yacht Charter you can choose to have a crewed charter or bareboat where you skipper the boat your self. On a crewed charter you will ... |
Why Should I Take A Cruise Vacation?by Richard Yap 9/21/2007 In today’s fast world and lifestyle, everybody gets stressed out. A break is extremely essential to get away from the blues and get your mind and body to relax. If you are a family man, it is even more important to spend some quality time with the family. There is no better way to relax than take your family out for a vacation and a cruise is one of the best ways to do it. There are a hundred reasons why you should take your family on a cruise. Two Categories of Reasons • If you are single or with a partner, the reasons are pretty much the same. There are a thousand different destinations around the world which you can choose from. Right from the Caribbean, Alaska, Hawaii and much more. Sun, sand, beaches and the sea. Exotic coral reefs, humpback whales, submarines and snorkeling. You name it and you have it. There are various other activities that you can pursue when your ship docks at each one of these exotic places. You can have a share of the local history, explore art forms, go hiking, mountain biking or simply lay in the sand and give yourself a good tan. • If you are looking for a romantic getaway, romance comes naturally to a cruise. Your cruise will take the shape you want depending on the amount you are willing to spend and the type of cruise that you select. You can do everything from having your own private deck in your suite, ... |
Wedding Cruise Packages: an overviewby Kelly Hunter 9/21/2007 Little girls dream of growing up one day, wearing a white veil and walking down the aisle. However, by the time it is about to happen, perspectives and desires may have changed. No longer wanting a “traditional” wedding, everybody wants to do it differently, some going so far as getting married underwater. That sounds uncomfortable and not romantic at all and, well, wet. One alternative that still manages to be romantic albeit nontraditional is the wedding cruise, sometimes referred to as the honeymoon cruise because the actual wedding is performed at the port. Think Love Boat and you get a picture of how it could be romantic. You still get married surrounded by water but you can dispense with the oxygen mask. Apparently, however, it is not so uncommon for a couple to decide to go on a cruise ship instead of the church to get hitched. Based on the bewildering varieties of wedding cruse packages being offered, there must be a great demand for the service. Packages can range from a two-hour private yacht shindig starting at $495 good for 12 guests to an elaborate 7-day cruise with a flat fee of $2,250 for on-board wedding and $1,000 per guest. If both the bride and groom have few friends and no family, then this could be the ideal wedding cruise package. However, it seems to be a bit weird to bring your wedding guests along on the honeymoon, especially if one of them is a hostile father/mother-in-law. Hopefully it is a very ... |
River Cruising - A Popular Choice for Cheap Luxury Cruisesby Virginia Morgan 9/21/2007 Travel agents are used to getting calls from travelers interested in luxury travel vacations who want to travel on a budget. While some more experienced travelers may roll their eyes, there is one big secret for travelers who are looking for a five star experience on a three star budget. It is called river cruising. These river cruises have all the benefits that large cruise ships have. River cruising ships and itineraries are specifically set up to meet the highest standards of luxury, comfort, and convenience, similar to that of a luxury world cruise. You only unpack your bags once, dining is included in the price, and you can visit several different locations. Unlike big sea cruise vessels, river cruise boats are much smaller, with a maximum passenger number of about 150. There are no large crowds onboard during dining times and at on board activities. You will come to know your fellow travelers very well, and are likely to form bonds to last a lifetime. Thanks to the small and intimate number of travelers, the attention paid to each traveler on a river cruise ship is truly the height of luxury. With river cruises, you get more included in your fare than large sea cruises, making it a luxury travel vacation full of added value. River cruises usually include a half-day land excursion for each day of the cruise. Many river cruise boats do not have interior cabins, meaning you will have more views of the countryside. While most sea cruise ... |
Mexican Cruises, Something For Everyoneby Dorothy Santoro 9/21/2007 If you are looking for a Mexican cruise, you have many choices. All the major cruise lines are booking Mexican cruises everyday. For example, Holland America sells many all inclusive Mexican cruises, as does, Royal Caribbean and many others. There are many itineraries available for taking your Mexican cruise. You can cruise the Baja peninsula, go down through the Panama Canal or cruise the warm waters of the Caribbean side of Mexico. Mexican Cruises will start off, from ports on the Gulf of Mexico or Florida and sail the Yucatan and Western Caribbean. Or they can depart from the west coast from ports like San Diego, Los Angeles and Long Beach, with Mexican cruises concentrating on the ports of this vast, diverse country that lie on the west coast of Mexico along the Pacific Ocean. The Gulf of Mexico cruises sail the eastern coast, known as the Mayan Riviera to towns along the the Yucatan Peninsula, including Cozumel and Cancun. Mexican cruises, known for being luxurious, allow you to move to mariachi music and meander through markets with mountains of colorful baskets, serapes and sombreros, combining day life with night life. You can do a little or as much as you can fit in. You can take time to explore quaint fishing villages, colorful markets and ancient cultures, or go marlin fishing in Mazatlan, snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas or relaxing on the beaches of Puerto Vallarta with an icy Margarita in your hand. No matter which cruise you take, Mexican cruises are enjoyable because of ... |
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