the Travel Enthusiast
- 21 May
The Grandest 4th of July Celebrations in the US
photo by Lanana
Fireworks are what make the 4th of July so great, but as everybody knows, that’s not all there is to the American national day. Most of the time, the bigger a city is, the more elaborate and long the celebrations tend to be, and the festivities are definitely not limited to fireworks (although these can be quite impressive on their own, and a the perfect grand finale for the day).
Concerts, events, theater, exhibitions, parties, food and drink, that’s what you can expect at the grandest 4th of July celebrations in the US, and here’s a list of some of the best. …
- 13 Maykachou_n in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Hidden beaches for summer travel
Kauihalulu, photo by Ken Curtis
Summer is coming and there are a lot of people already preparing for a holiday on the beach. If you like lively beaches with crowds and noise and seemingly never-ending parties, you won’t have any trouble finding the perfect holiday spot.
However, if you feel like relaxing in a quieter place but you still don’t want to miss out on the swimming and sunbathing, all is not lost – there are lots of secluded beaches where you can take a break for daily life. Whether you’re going with friends, loved ones or a good book as company, there are many hidden beaches for summer travel where you can have your dream holiday. …
- 26 Aprerato in Travel tips and tricks | NO COMMENTS
Comparing, saving: Finding New York’s Cheap Spots
With its amazing shopping opportunities and reputation for high-end luxury, New York isn’t somewhere that would strike you as being a cheap destination to visit. Yet with a bit of shopping around, you can find cheap New York flights and good value accommodation and dining options when you get there.The great thing about New York is that many of its iconic landmarks and attractions are free. It’s perfectly possible to pound the New York pavements and take in the stars of the skyline, including the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building and the Rockefeller Center, without spending a dime.
You could also come over all Audrey Hepburn and window shop in Tiffany & Co, or make like Rachel in Friends and have fun exploring the huge department stores Macy’s and Bloomingdales. If you’re still in the mood for window shopping after this, then let you inner child loose in toy emporium FAO Schwartz. …
- 12 Apr
Top 5 backpacking destinations in 2011
Croatia
It’s not a secret that backpacking can be one of the most fulfilling and exciting ways to travel – there’s no better way of discovering a country and its culture than getting your hands (and feet) dirty, and roughing it for a couple of weeks.
Now that backpacking is so common, it’s not difficult anymore to find cheap accommodation that that still looks decent, and you can have a great trip with little money. Besides, wandering off the beaten track in search of new and exciting places is the best travel experience anyone can wish for. So here are the top 5 backpacking destinations in 2011. …
- 21 Martibi60 in Travel Planning | 2 COMMENTS
Top 5 Oscar nominee film locations
The films nominated for the 2010 Oscars were a blast, but from a traveler’s perspective, these films were more than a pleasant couple of hours of media entertainment: they also have some good suggestions for travel destinations! Some you can guess easily, because they are quite well known, but others are more difficult to find.You don’t have to be a hardcore fan of these films in order to like these travel destinations. In fact, you don’t even need to see the movies! Here are the top 5 Oscar nominee film locations. …
- 19 Mar
10 drinks named after travel destinations
photo by Kimba Howard
Next time you’re in a bar, drinking an exotically named cocktail, ask your bartender about its history. Although it might seem like some drinks have fancy names just for the sake of sales, many of them go way back, and were created by people in distant places.
Actually, taking a look at a drink menu could give you some ideas about your next travel destination. And in any case, drinking a famous cocktail at the bar or hotel were it was prepared for the first time makes for some interesting travel stories! So here are 10 drinks named after travel destinations. …
- 10 Markachou_n in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
The best donuts in the US
Donuts are the perfect desert for any moment of the day. You can have them for breakfast, as an afternoon treat, midnight snack, anything! You can take them with you on the road, nibble on them on your way to work, or enjoy them in front of the TV. Perhaps they are not quite as popular a national desert as pie is, but donuts are definitely somewhere at the top of the list.And there are as many types donuts as places that sell them, and it can be really difficult to guess where you can get the best, unless you’ve tasted them. So to make it easier for you, here are the best donuts in the US, so make sure to taste them when you visit these places! …
- 17 Febitachan in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Easter travel ideas for 2011
Ocho Rios
Easter is approaching fast, and some of you are probably thinking of going on a trip for the Easter weekend. Easter might be a religious holiday at its core, but it is also a chance to celebrate with your family by doing what you love most – traveling.
While some people are lucky enough to have a week or more off work, some travelers will have to make do with only a couple of free days. So here are some Easter travel ideas for 2011 that will be just perfect for a weekend getaway. …
- 08 Febandra88 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 art museums in the world
The Louvre
Most of the time, when a traveler visits a new city, museums are part of the sightseeing experience. If you’re interested in the culture and history of the country you’re visiting, then a museum is the best place to find out more about them.
Some people might find museum visits boring, but if the exhibit is good (or you’re simply passionate about art), you’re bound to have fun. And serious art enthusiasts can make museum visits the purpose of their entire trip. So if you love art, mere are the top 5 art museums in the world – plan your trips accordingly! …
- 29 Decandra88 in Travel Planning | 4 COMMENTS
Top 5 hottest clubs in New York City
It’s a well know fact that any reasonably large city in the US has an exciting nightlife, but in the true American metropolises like New York, the party scene will blow your mind. New York is a city where you can find something to do, no matter what your hobbies are. You can visit museums, walk in parks, eat ethnic food and go to concerts.The nightlife in the Big Apple is as varied as can be, and you are guaranteed to find a place where you’ll happily dance or lounge the night away. So for all the potential nightclubbers heading to NYC, here’s our top 5 hottest clubs in New York City. …
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