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November 15, 2012November 26, 2012

The longest path in the trees of the world, in the Bavarian Forest Park

Bavaria is one of the most interesting regions of Germany, is so rich in ancient towns, landscapes in which to get lost and fairytale castles to explore. And even if you are a fan of nature, wild animals and exploratory walks, Bavaria can wink with some rather original attractions. Such as this sort of big Easter eggs built around the trees in the park of the Bavarian Forest.

To be precise, it is egg-shaped towers, which visitors can climb to be able to walk among the trees and admire their branches closely. And not just the branches, since those trees are home to a vast array of animals and birds, the park holds and protects. Continue reading “The longest path in the trees of the world, in the Bavarian Forest Park”

November 13, 2012November 21, 2012

Low Tatras mountain: Slovakia

Lonely Planet has included Slovakia among the top 10 destinations for 2013, 5th to be exact, because the next year, the country of central Europe, will be run through by a whole series of cultural events, also to liven up the image, which until now has remained bound to its natural beauty.

Among the latter, the ridge of the Low Tatras, which is located right in the center of the country, and for this position, it is quite well known, even by international tourism. Protected by the homonymous national park, not very high, I reach to the maximum 2042 meters with the Dumbier, not for this is less beautiful for mountain lovers. Continue reading “Low Tatras mountain: Slovakia”

November 11, 2012November 21, 2012

Where to go in Istanbul: Istiklal Caddesi

Istanbul has so much to offer, so much to do and so much to see, so it becomes difficult to choose, especially when you have a few days available. Despite all this, you should always “get by” at least half a day to walk along.

Istiklal Caddesi, probably the most famous street in Istanbul, maybe even only in the evening, since here the life never sleeps.

The history of this avenue, also known as Grande Rue de Pera when French was the language of diplomacy, is the history of Istanbul. At the time of Ottoman here met the intelligentsia of the city, attracting then the Europeans, so it is in a short time the Paris of the East, including embassies, churches and palaces. With the advent of the Republic, the Turkish bourgeois replaced the Europeans, who had left Istanbul, but the worst was yet to come, with the violence against the Greeks of 1955, and the street reduced to loose, place and receptacle of brothels, between the 1970 and 1980. Continue reading “Where to go in Istanbul: Istiklal Caddesi”

November 9, 2012November 23, 2013

Tips to Hire a Cab on a Vacation

You go on a vacation to an altogether different country with different native language and different currency. While you have a great time enjoying this break from your daily work schedule, there are a few issues that you have to deal with.

One such issue is hiring a cab while you are on a vacation. While you can hire any cab when budget is not an issue, but when it is, you need to research a bit before hiring one. However, there are a few tips that can come quite handy in doing so and can help you hire a cab at reasonable prices in a foreign country. Continue reading “Tips to Hire a Cab on a Vacation”

November 7, 2012August 11, 2013

Travel attractions in Boston

In the amazing city of Boston will be able to enjoy a wonderful pleasure trip. You’ll need to know some of the tourist attractions are there in this destination, among which worth mentioning some like: The Freedom Trail, North End Market, Cambridge and Harvard Square, museums, among others.

This is also the most European city in North America and elegant, where you can delve into the culture and history. Meet one of the oldest cities in America, where the study centers with more experience on the continent.

Enjoy a beautiful walk through Boston, and that is a very organized, where you can get to know its various neighborhoods and countless attractions. Continue reading “Travel attractions in Boston”

November 5, 2012November 13, 2012

New Zealand: A huge Gollum flies in the Wellington airport

New Zealand is betting heavily on the positive effects of tourism in the saga of the Hobbits and also the new promotional campaign 100% Middle Earth contains references to scenography and the places used as a setting for the film in the series The Lord of the Rings, including the new trilogy would be a prequel.

And one of the characters perhaps more disturbing – excluding the monsters eat men and creatures obscure – and perhaps the slimy and treacherous Gollum. Just the Gollum, accompanied by some giant salmon, makes a fine show, in colossal size, at the airport in Wellington. The giant sculpture area has been placed in the terminal of the New Zealand capital in anticipation of the launch of the new movie ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey‘, which will be in local theaters on 14 December. Continue reading “New Zealand: A huge Gollum flies in the Wellington airport”

November 3, 2012November 13, 2012

Singapore Flyer: The tallest Ferris wheel in the World

Singapore, a bustling port due to its location, a modern airport, probably the best airport in the world, there is going all out to be not just a city of business and commerce, to retain at least some of the passenger traffic that passes through the city, focusing on modern and exceptional nature.

Concrete symbol of this idea of tourist development, the area of Marina Bay, ultra-modern, ultra-comfortable, ultra everything. And here that you will find the Marina Bay Sands Resort & Casino, a dramatic infinity pool with an adjoining casino, this is where you will find the Singapore Flyer, the tallest Ferris wheel in the world, 165 meters, 30 meters higher than the London Eye, the largest in Europe. Continue reading “Singapore Flyer: The tallest Ferris wheel in the World”

November 1, 2012September 25, 2014

3 Christmas Markets in London

In London, as in many European cities, every year respect the tradition of the Christmas markets. From November 23 to January 6, for example, will open in 2012 as in previous years Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park, where other a market for Christmas shopping there will also be an amusement park, an ice skating rink, a circus and a Bavarian village.

New compared to other years and is dedicated to the sculptures of ice, with about 500 blocks of ice carved. The park is open from 10 to 22. Continue reading “3 Christmas Markets in London”

October 30, 2012November 10, 2012

Bangkok: what you need to know before you go

Awesome, overwhelming, stunning,… plenty of style adjectives to describe the Thai capital in a first impression. Bangkok is huge, and as such has plenty of attractions. If you’re thinking of traveling to Southeast Asia, there are a couple of things that surely can help us…

Some practical details
Getting from the airport to the city

In Bangkok there are two airports: Suvarnabhumi and Don Muang.

Suvarnabhumi Airport: Most foreign visitors come to these facilities, which are located about 30 km from the city center. One of the best options is to take the train from the airport is quick and cheap. These happen between 6 am and the midnight; the Line Express takes us to the stations of Mukkasan or Phaya in 15-18 minutes. The price is 90 baht, about 2 euros. The City Line takes slightly longer, about 25 minutes. The cost ranges between 15 and 45 baht, from 0.50 euros and 1 euro, which will be based on our last stop. Continue reading “Bangkok: what you need to know before you go”

October 28, 2012November 10, 2012

Bologna: In november the Cioccoshow, chocolate festival

Bologna is a city of fairs, throughout the year there are many events that occur in the city. In November, Bologna offers a meeting entirely dedicated to gourmands.

Wednesday November 14 is inaugurated, in fact, the eighth edition of Cioccoshow – The Magic of Chocolate, Chocolate Festival, will be open until Sunday the 18th in the center of Bologna. There are planned numerous events, workshops and courses to discover the secrets of chocolate to programs dedicated to children, competitions and tastings to themed tours to discover the hidden corners of the city, its traditions or admire Bologna from different points of view. Continue reading “Bologna: In november the Cioccoshow, chocolate festival”