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- 27 Jantibi60 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 islands in Europe
Spain
When someone decides on an island holiday, they usually think of some tropical island in the Atlantic of Pacific, but rarely anything located in (or in the vicinity of) Europe. However, Europe has quite a few islands, and many of them are overlooked in favor of their more exotic counterparts. European islands range from the sunny, with lots of beaches, to the wild and windswept. Whatever you prefer, there’s definitely an island in Europe that you’ll just adore. So here are the top 5 islands in Europe. …
- 24 Janpapillon in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Backpacker’s Guide to Donegal
Ireland is just one of those countries that in many ways are perfect for backpacking. It is small (so no really long distance travel), picturesque ( with its green rolling hills, tiny colorful villages, breath-taking coastline and countless historical attractions), what more could a backpacker want?Donegal is the northermost county of Ireland, and the locals sometimes call it the forgotten county, because its relatively small number of tourists, and worse economic conditions than the rest of the country. But the non-touristy aspect can be a good thing, especially if you want to see places that others might have overlooked. Here’s a short backpacker’s guide to Donegal. …
- kachou_n in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
Historical attractions in Snowdonia
Snowdonia National Park in Northern Wales is not only one of the most picturesque regions in Europe, but also a great destinations for lovers of history.The beautiful natural landscape is the perfect backdrop for the dozens of historical attractions in Snowdonia. Between all the the hiking trails and nature walks it is easy to forget that the Snowdonia region is steeped in history.
Some of the attractions seem as old as time, but there are also some sites of a more modern variety too. Here are some of the historical attractions in Snowdonia. …
- itachan in Travel Planning | 2 COMMENTS
Basic tips for backpackers
Taking a backpacking trip can be loads of fun, especially when you’re a newbie backpacker. But like all travels (and even more so than a regular trip), backpacking can be unpredictable, and it’s better to be prepared than finding yourself at loss somewhere far away from home, with only the contents of your backpack to get your out of trouble.Backpacking is a great alternative for those who want a bit of spice in their travel experiences, and despite the sometimes shabby accommodation, lots of physical effort and maybe a few blisters, backpacking is educational, adventurous and cheap, so here are some basic tips for backpackers to ensure that it stays like that. …
- 23 Janlizzy_a in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Best St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the world
St Patrick’s Day is the Irish holiday, and even if you don’t have a drop of Irish blood in your vein, you should celebrate it! Why? Because it is not just an opportunity to wear green and drink beer, but also a day when the most exciting and parades take place not only in Ireland, but the US as well.St. Paddy’s Day bashes are many and varied, but it takes the luck of the Irish to find the best ones. So if you want to be sure that you’re not left out of the best St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the world, take a look at our list. …
- 20 Jan
Top 5 indoor waterparks in the US
If you live in a place where it doesn’t really get cold in the winter, you are one of the happy people who can go to the pool or to the seaside any time of the year. But if you happen to live in a temperate climate, you will have to abandon your outdoorsy swimming habits until summer comes.Luckily, indoor pools are nothing new anymore, and you can always retreat to the safe air-conditioned environment of the indoor waterpark and swim or splash to your heart’s content. Here’s a list of the top 5 indoor waterparks in the US. …
- 19 Janevike14 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Where to celebrate Mardi Gras in 2011
photo by Infrogmation
The winter months are full of interesting festivals, which is just as well for those travelers who are not the adepts of winter sports and outdoor activities in January and February.
And if we’re speaking of festivals, we can’t possibly forget the explosive Mardi Gras, originally a religious holiday that blew out of proportions (in a good way) and now qualifies as one of the most intense, colorful and massive festivals in many parts of the world. Mardi Gras celebrations start on the Epiphany and end a day before Ash Wednesday, which leaves you all the time between January 6 and March 8, 2011 to celebrate (but most of the largest parades are on March 8th). Here are the top spots to celebrate Mardi Gras in 2011. …
- tibi60 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 Valentine’s Day Destinations for 2011
Laguna Beach
There little less than one month until the most romantic holiday of the year, so if you have a significant other (and even if you’re single!), how about planning a short holiday?
Since February 14 falls on a Monday, a weekend trip would be a great way to celebrate Valentine’s, even if on Monday you have to get back to work. So surprise your significant other with a trip to a romantic destination, or grab your friends and take a singles’ holiday anyway. Here are the top 5 Valentine’s Day destinations for 2011. …
- 17 Janandra88 in Travel Planning | 2 COMMENTS
Customs and traditions: Famadihana ceremony in Madagascar
When you go to a foreign place, sightseeing is sometimes not enough if you want to learn about the place’s culture, or how the people there live. Visiting during a festival or a celebration of any kind can bring out the best in any destination.You’ll still be able to visit sights, but you’ll also have the backup option of participating to an important event in the lives of the inhabitants, and learning about their customs and traditions. And if you’re in Madagascar, you might want to take a peek to how Famadihana, one of the biggest festivals in the country, is celebrated. …
- andra88 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 driving holidays
Provence (photo by Robert Brink)
The price of gas is going up, and driving holidays are not as popular as they used to be, but if you have some money saved up and a car that won’t cause you any trouble on a longer trip, missing out on the experience of a true roadtrip would be a shame indeed.
A driving holiday channels a feeling of adventure and freedom that few other kinds of travel experiences can offer. And if the road is scenic, then there should be nothing to stop you from enjoying it. So fill up your tank, grab some CD’s with music for the road, and pick one of the top 5 driving holidays. …
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