Guide to London's Period Properties and Their History London is an ancient city and its buildings reflect its history and growth. By looking at London's buildings, you can see which parts of the city were prosperous at which times. Although there was a time when the period features of some of London's properties were discarded in favour of new, modern designs and fittings, homeowners are now trying to keep as much character in their...more
Surfing in Oahu - A Surfer's Paradise Surf's up in Oahu. Long recognized as having some of the best surfing available are the waves on Oahu. Here's some helpful information regarding surfing in Oahu.The best time to surf in Oahu is during the winter months from November through March. This is when huge waves come into the north and west coastlines. Storms in the north Pacific are most active over this time and create huge waves.This...more
Christmas In Spanish Speaking Countries Once Thanksgiving is over it is time to get into full-fledged Christmas mode. Why not take the opportunity to spice up your holiday season this year by celebrating Christmas Spanish style! You could plan a trip to Mexico or Spain to enjoy the festivities and experience how another culture celebrates Christmas or you could simply recreate your Christmas into a cultural experience right in the comfort of your own home by adopting some of the traditions.A Spanish Christmas follows many of the traditions that the rest of the world engages in at Christmas. In Spanish-speaking countries Christmas Eve, or la Nochebuena, is celebrated on December 24. Typically, families get together to enjoy each others company and indulge in special meals, food and drinks. Traditional dishes are served however these traditional foods can vary depending on which country you are in. For instance in some countries the traditional dish may be tamales and empanadas. In Spain the main dish is turkey while in some South American Spanish-speaking countries cold dishes are served as Christmas occurs during their summer time.The festivities for Las Navidades usually...more
Palm Springs, California If you are looking for a great travel destination this summer, then why not try Palm Springs? Located in the desert region of California, Palm Springs is a quiet metropolis, geared towards family life. A two hour drive from San Diego, Palm Springs hotels consist of rooms where you can walk to the pool, with spacious...more
Being located in the middle of the Aegean Sea, the Island of Rhodes is one of the beautiful islands of Dodecanese complex. With the increasing number of tourists visiting this place every year, it has become a center of tourist attractions. Despite of gender, age or taste; a large number of tourists come here and enjoy its splendid beauty. The...more
Something I Said: Thanksgiving - What If Native Americans Had It To Do Over? Something I SaidDwight HobbesMinnesota Spokesman-RecorderFor Native Americans, there's less to be thankful forThe first Thanksgiving Day feast is generally believed to have taken place in 1621 at Plymouth Colony in an area that eventually would become the state of Massachusetts. It was their second winter away from England, and the Pilgrims were not in good shape.Accounts vary: Some historical sources say they were barely subsisting on fish, mainly cod, that they got out of the bay. Others say they were starving to death. It's agreed, though, that these White folk were having a miserable time trying to make it through the winter and might well have perished without help from Natives to the land, some 90 members of the Wampanoag nation. The newly-discovered potato was considered by many Europeans to be poisonous. But the feast did include fish, berries, watercress, lobster, dried fruit, clams, venison and plums. No turkey, no cranberry sauce, no pumpkin pies — the Pilgrims had gone through all the flour.These British refugees went on, of course, to not only survive that year, but over time to...more
Jaisalmer Travel Guide – Sightseeing and Attractions Jaisalmer is a wonderful place in Rajasthan to explore. It is one of the most important cities and most preferred travel destinations of Rajasthan. Situated in the middle of the vast Thar...more
Are you fed up of the affordable but deplorable hotel conditions but cannot afford abetter place due to exorbitant rates? Never compromise when it comes to luxury and comfort. New York Inns is a sophisticated New York City hotel located in New...more
Squeezing into your summer dress It's the dreaded time of year again when everyone is getting ready for the nice days of summer and you look into your wardrobe for that ideal dress you had last year. However, realisation begins to set in when...more
Are you planning a trip to Invercargill? If you are thinking about visiting Invercargill accommodation should be no problem as there are many options to choose from. There are numerous hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts and backpackers...more
How to avoid snacking while on the go this summer Summer tends to be the time of year when you find yourself doing much more – meeting friends for a quick drink after work, going to the park with friends, eating at your favourite cafe...more
There are many different advantages of wheeled travel bags. Wheeled luggage usually have from two to four casters on the bottom for easy rolling and a telescopic handle with an ergonomic grip. They can come in suitcase, duffel bag, and even day pack...more