Great London Hotels for Budget Conscious TravelersIf you are looking for a romantic getaway, London should definitely be one of your choices to go to and visit. If you are planning a short stay in London without any frills, it would be best to book budget London hotels as you can save on accommodations and have extra money for things that matter. For less than $80 a night, you can stay at the Blakemore Hyde Park Hotel and enjoy a cozy and...more
Quebec City Hotels Perfect for HoneymoonsQuebec City is a great place for a romantic getaway for couples as well as those having a honeymoon. This particular city gives an incredibly romantic atmosphere of Europe and provides people a taste of French Canada. One of the best romantic Quebec City hotels to stay in is the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac; this gives the perfect romantic ambiance as it is situated on top of a hill which looks like an old...more
If you have a new addition to your family this year, and are considering a holiday in 2010, what do you have to think about with a little one to take along?Taking a holiday with a baby is no longer as hard as it used to be. In fact, many resorts across the globe now offer baby-friendly holidays. When vacationing with a baby, the most important part of choosing the right accommodation is finding something that meets your standards. Babies may not care where they stay, but you need to ensure that the environment is smoke free and sanitary for example.There are some things that must be considered before making a destination choice however. Some of the most important ones are:* Ascertaining health requirements for travel with a child, such as making sure your child is properly immunised. Once the decision is made to travel with a baby, check with the child's pediatrician to find out what vaccinations are needed. Some countries require that young children have particular types of vaccines before leaving. Do this early so that you can get it out of the way and move on to planning your 2010 holiday.* Make sure that you have a medical kit handy when travelling with babies and children....more
It might be small, but for anyone looking for an idyllic holiday getaway in 2010 Gran Canaria could be just the place to visit.Located in the Canary Islands and often referred to as a miniature continent, Gran Canaria offers a lot to the visitor. The natural beauty is a mix of tropical landforms and amazing seascapes found in both tropical and...more
Located just off the coast of Africa, Tenerife is unique, having six distinct 'climatic zones.' This results in a diversity of plant and animal life rarely found anywhere else. Nature lovers will have a field day exploring the wonders of the flora and fauna of Tenerife.What to Do and Where to GoSingles, couples, working class or retired, young or...more
Europeans have been taking holidays in Majorca for over half a century- and it's as good today as it's ever been for a well earned break.Information about Majorca is readily available through many travel articles and wiki websites. As a vacation location and tourist attraction, the Balearics have made quite a name for themselves. Some of the islands are considered party islands while others have earned a more family friendly reputation.Most articles focus on the resorts, hotels and beaches in the Balearic Islands, but we would like to focus on residential areas and towns. Aside from being a great vacation destination, Majorca is home to about 3.5 million residents. Some of the more famous residents include Hollywood's star couple Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, Annie Lennox, Claudia Schiffer and Julian Lennon to name a few.Palma de MajorcaPalma de Majorca, officially named Palma, is the capital city of the Balearic Islands. According to the last, the city's population was 383,107 and the surrounding area was home to 517,285 people. The sheer number of people living in or around Palma made it Spain's 12th largest urban area. The city's economy is largely driven by the port...more
If you're wondering where to holiday this year, the beautiful beaches, picturesque mountains and friendly local people make Crete the perfect holiday destination. Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and the fifth largest island in the...more
If you're wondering where a good family holiday in the sun could be, how about Corfu? Here is some information about the holiday island that could help you decide whether it's a good choice:Corfu is a Greek Island in the Ionian Sea, just off the...more
Author: BillEven though Xmas has passed we are still engulfed in snow and ice to remind us that next summer is still a long way off.To try and raise the spirits our thoughts switch to summer holidays and warmer temperatures. A few useful hints...more
The holidays industry in Cyprus are working harder than ever to discover more ways to attract visitors because of the economic downturn and the latest initiative is to increase the number of golf courses on the island from the four that are currently...more
FIFA World Cup 2010, the premier international football tournament is scheduled to take place between 11 June and 11 July 2010 in South Africa. The 2010 FIFA World Cup is the culmination of a qualification process that began in August 2007. This will...more