Dubai Creek

Dubai Creek

Dubai Creek, perhaps once the final part of a small river already known to the Greeks, is today little more than a channel, but it marked the history of Dubai, one of the cities in the world with the highest rate of growth in recent years, both from the economic point of view, both the marina.

Dubai Creek

From the sea, to the hinterland, where today is the nature reserve of Ras Al Khor, where migratory birds have their oasis of peace, Dubai Creek is not very long, but it was here that some of the first inhabitants of Dubai, for their traditional fishing boats, and from these shores dive into water the pearl fishers. Continue reading “Dubai Creek”

Vidago Palace: A luxury hotel in Portugal

Vidago Palace

A country palace, built in 1900, in the valley of the River Douro, Portugal. It’s called Vidago Palace and a spa houses (which exploits the thermal springs in the area) surrounded by a golf course with 18 holes. Its 5 stars illuminate the grandiose facade salmon-colored, behind which are space 70 accommodation options, with 4 types of double room and 3 suites.

Vidago Palace

In the great park of the Palace there is also a large outdoor swimming pool, on board of which you can have lunch and take aperitifs and cocktails. For those who prefer to stay indoors and rainy days there is Salao Nobre Dining Room, a sumptuous lounge which serves typical dishes from the north of Portugal. Continue reading “Vidago Palace: A luxury hotel in Portugal”

Australia: swimming with crocodiles in the cage of death

swimming with crocodiles

Come face to face with an enormous crocodile is one of those emotions that we would rather avoid. But, in Australia, there are those who pay to get into the cage of death. I.e. in a transparent container, on whose strength to attack a monster with fangs and claws would not rely excessively.

swimming with crocodiles

For lovers of reptiles and amphibians, we see that the cage of death is one of the attractions of the city of Darwin, where is the Crocosaurus Cove. Continue reading “Australia: swimming with crocodiles in the cage of death”

Elafonisi and Balos: the Caribbean in Crete

caribbean beach

Give up the moorings and follow Sailing and travel to discover two beaches rather intriguing that will return profits for the summer holidays in 2013, or if we’re really lucky to have a good weekend of October between fines sand, inviting sea and a pleasant breeze that smells of the Mediterranean.

caribbean beach

The destination is the island which has become a classic beach holiday in Greece in comfort but not shopping sprees and the madding crowd: Crete. Right here find two beaches that will make the happiness of sailors, surfers, swimmers and professional tanning. Continue reading “Elafonisi and Balos: the Caribbean in Crete”

What To Look For In A Dominican Republic Vacation Package

Dominican Republic vacations

The Dominican Republic in the beautiful Caribbean is a popular tourist destination as it is a place of wonder, excitement, and there are many sights to see and things to do. The warm climate, sprawling coffee plantations, beautiful beaches, and warm crystal blue waters makes the Dominican Republic a traveler’s paradise.

Dominican Republic vacations

For those who want to travel to the Dominican Republic, vacation packages are a money saving and hassle-free way to travel to this exotic region. Before you book a Dominican Republic vacation package, it is important to know what to look for in a vacation package to ensure you book the right vacation that meets your travel budget and vacation needs. Continue reading “What To Look For In A Dominican Republic Vacation Package”

Icelandic Phallological Museum

Icelandic Phallological Museum

Do you like museums? So, if you go in Iceland do not forget to visit the famous Icelandic Phallological Museum of Husavik. Yes, you read that right, it’s Icelandic Phallological museum, a large collection (perhaps unique in the world), which collects faults belonging to different species of mammals.

Icelandic Phallological Museum

But make no mistake: this is not a whim of some fetish, but a scientific necessity, as it is a Philology science almost unknown but studied. The collection contains almost 300 faults of many terrestrial and marine mammals in Iceland: whales, bears, seals, moose and many other mammals that live in the cold country. Among them also an organ donated human post-mortem by a 95 year old. Continue reading “Icelandic Phallological Museum”

Sports Travel Insurance – Do You Need it?

sports travel insurance

Many people assume that travel insurance policies come in a generic one size fits all package and fail to read into the small print until it’s too late. If you are traveling abroad with the intention of spending time participating in activities such as scuba diving or water skiing, if you have an accident whist participating in these activities you may be shocked to discover that the standard insurance package that you bought will not cover your involvement in them at all.

sports travel insurance

It makes no difference whether you are a professional sportsman or just a willing amateur, they are looked on as being a situation is which you are putting yourself at risk and therefore the standard package has these activities excluded from the list of things that it will cover, leaving you with the prospect of facing expensive medical bills should something go wrong. Continue reading “Sports Travel Insurance – Do You Need it?”

Disneyland Paris Programs for Halloween

disneyland paris halloween

Like every year, are already appearing decorations for Halloween in Disneyland Paris, a period that this year called Hello-Ween cover and officially day from October 1 to November 4. Those who will go in this period will find a park decorated with pumpkins, ghosts, and entertainment and evil characters in the first line to interact with guests.

disneyland paris halloween

The evening of 31 then there will be a special evening, accessible with a separate ticket that costs 35 euro. Please note that these tickets are sold out rather quickly, so it is good to hurry if you want to schedule a visit for the occasion. Continue reading “Disneyland Paris Programs for Halloween”

Drive the Golden Triangle in India on Your Next Holiday Abroad

new delhi

India is an old and mystical country. It is also a country that is well known in popular culture, most of us have heard of Bollywood, of course. India also became more popular after the movie Slumdog Millionaire. Although it has always been a popular tourist destination, it has become a popular driving destination since the popularity of the program Ice Road Truckers. No, there are no ice roads in India! The drivers of the ice roads, however, wanted a challenge during the time they can’t drive and so started the world’s most dangerous roads series, India being their very first destination.

new delhi

The Golden Triangle
The Golden Triangle is one of the most popular driving holidays in India. You do need a good seventeen days, including your travel to and from India in order to be able to enjoy this. If you have seen the Ice Road Truckers journeys in India, you will know that driving in India does have its particular challenges, even if you are driving a car rather than a bus or truck. For instance, you shouldn’t drive at night. Since the country is so big, you do need quite a lot of time to drive from one area to the next. Hence, you need those seventeen days at least in order to be able to enjoy all that India has to offer. Continue reading “Drive the Golden Triangle in India on Your Next Holiday Abroad”

Having the Vacation of a Lifetime… With your Children

vacation with children

Many of us with young children may look longingly at the travel deals to exotic or interesting locations, but the thought of traveling with children can be daunting to say the least. It’s very tempting to put off that much-needed vacation until the children are older or even have left home and it’s just the two of you again.

vacation with children

Yes, You Can!
Although it may take a little extra planning, traveling with small or young children can be a rich and wonderful experience for all of you. Even if your children are too young to fully appreciate the experience, they will notice your “vacation mood” and become as excited as you become by the experience. The experience of holidaying with family will be part of their bank of childhood memories and for school aged children especially, can be an important educational experience. Continue reading “Having the Vacation of a Lifetime… With your Children”