Free State Province in South Africa Highlights The defining feature of the Free State is undoubtedly it's great sense of open spaces. It's vast open plains combine with the Drakensberg mountains giving a beautiful contrast of landscapes.Proof of the historical San people that were living in the area 1000's of years in the past can nonetheless be observed in the rock art they created. This rock art historical past of South Africa is...more
The United States has such a diversity of cultures and traditions, it is actually quite difficult to say what is uniquely American. Many of the Christmas holiday activities vary from family to family and often depend on the cultural heritage of the family members.A typical Christmas celebration in America mix Irish, Austrian, Polish and Belgian traditions into something that is its own.Notwithstanding the variety of cultures and nationalities,...more
Pre-Holiday Eating – The Do's and Don'ts Ready or not, the Holiday's are here! It's once again that time of year – the shopping, the parties, the endless hours of eating and drinking… And then the many morning-afters where thoughts of "Why did I eat/drink sooo much – I'm never doing that again" continuously crosses our minds…until the next week when it all seems to be déjà vu.Even if healthy eating is one of our main priorities the majority of the year, it seems to always get thrown out the window right around Thanksgiving time, along with our commitments to exercise, drinking in moderation, and going to sleep at a reasonable hour. What often makes it even worse is us thinking that starving ourselves before we go out will help our cause, when in all actuality it often leads us to over-indulging even more!The thought of consuming fewer calories now to save room for those extra (that we are inevitably going to take in later), does make sense when first considered. However, it never ends up that way. The fact that you haven't eaten all day and are now surrounded by mountains of decadent desserts and savory dishes leads to eating twice (if not...more
Collecting American Cents Coins Collecting American Cents CoinsRight now, many coin collectors are starting to understand the difficulty of collecting ancient coins that belong to the early Roman or Greek eras. That gets them to narrow down their focus of coin collections.Nowadays, coin collectors are fairly a lot encouraged about acquiring...more
Today, because of the unpredictable state of the economy, nearly everyone is looking for ways to save money. Frugal living is now becoming a daily practice for millions of people. Fortunately, there are a number of ways to save your hard earned money. One way you can get the most 'bang' for your buck is to practice comparison shopping.Comparing...more
Perth, the capital of Western Australia, is in a secluded location compared to the other major cities on the continent, but its appeal to travelers is not diminished by this particular fact. The city has everything to offer that other major urban areas do such as many tourist attractions. The city's skyline is marked by impressive skyscrapers, the beach is amazing, and the everyday life is buzzing with energy. A little known fact about Perth that may surprise you is that the wine produced at the wineries of the city is exported to France; a country well known for how picky customers can be when it comes to wine.Staying in Perth can certainly be done in style. Five star hotels are the norm, and their luxurious amenities can satisfy even the most pretentious travelers. Accommodations are completed by full concierge service, private suites, fitness centers, spas, ballrooms, and large conference rooms.If you do not want to spend that kind of money on luxury hotels, you can also search for a mid range hotel. However, make sure that you have spare money with you as the accommodations here often are quite costly even if they are not five star rated. For extra comfort, you will be asked...more
Washington, DC, the nations capital, is a vibrant city. Washington and its environs serve as home to around 5.4 million people. It is the hub of the Federal Government but is more recently becoming a fast-rising location for private businesses.Much...more
Washington, DC is the capital of the United States and a major global city. Founded on July 16, 1790, Washington and its surrounding areas are home to 5.4 million individuals, with most of them working for the Federal Government. Washington is where...more
As the nations capital, Washington, DC serves as home to all three branches of the Federal Government the Executive Branch, the Legislative Branch and the Judiciary, and all activities related to them. It is also the home to some foreign institutions...more
One of the qualities of Australia that can't be found anywhere else in the world is the famous 'outback'. There are many popular tours available to allow people to experience the outback for themselves, from the dry, arid town of Coober Pedy to the...more
Stressed about the Holidays? The Volunteer Ministers Are Here to Help CLEARWATER: The Volunteer Ministers of Tampa Bay announced this week that their signature yellow tent has gone virtual and is ready to provide navigation through one of the...more
Rome Travel Destination Tips and Info | Christimas Skip The Line Vatican Tour Info and Tips by Vatican Rome Tours Planning to spend Christmas in Rome, Italy? Looking for a family friendly Vatican Rome Tour with skip the line entrance? More...more