"It's not really a proper adventure," says Steve Mellor, General Manager of Escaped to Peru, based in Cusco, "until something goes wrong." We often fondly remember our trips by relating the travel problems, disasters and setbacks when our feet are firmly back on home soil, so most of us would be happy to agree.However, it doesn't make it any easier to deal with a vacation full of adventure when faced with a selection of frustrating or worrying...more
A former colony of the United Kingdom; Hong Kong is now one of Chinas shining stars when it comes to international tourism. The city is increasingly becoming a global link for China to show off its true culture and warmth. Being primarily a harbor city, Hong Kong Special administrative region (SAR) is made up many different parts namely the Hong Kong Island which is most famous among travelers. Then we have the kowloon which is a neck of land...more
Compared with the other Balearic Islands, a holiday to Menorca is regarded as low-key. It certainly hasn't the wonderful scenery of Mallorca and is not as "loud" as Ibiza. However, a Menorca holiday has lots to offer and if you are looking for an active holiday, here are some of the opportunities available to you.1. Hiking Holidays in Menorca : Perfect for hiking, Menorca has walking trails of varying distances. The top places to start your walks from are Fornells, Cala Galdana and Es Mercadal [to name just a few]. However, care needs to be taken as you may not find the routes as clearly marked as you are used to although you will find the odd landmark will help you with orientation. Make sure that you take a detailed map with you. Menorca, unlike Mallorca, tends not to have mountainous areas, but wooded gorges. For hiking, the best time to be in Menorca is either March / April / May during the spring and then from October to mid-November which is during the autumn.2. Riding Holidays in Menorca : Menorca is the island where the famous Menorcan black horses are bred and they take part in many fiestas on the island throughout the year. Horse riding is popular in Menorca and treks...more
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Well-seasoned travelers understand that the usual tourist approach doesn't give you the true flavor of this most passionate and romantic city. Experience Paris on your own terms: stay in a luxury apartment, and explore the city from the inside out. Here are four ways the "untourist" would choose to visit Paris.1. Stay in a luxury apartment in...more
Summer is a wonderful time to get out of the house and experience the great outdoors. It is the period where you can go swimming, kayaking, shopping, sun bathing or just visiting town without feeling inhibited. These activities call for us to feel good about ourselves and also bring out the best in our features. One way you can do this is by wearing contact lenses. Also experiment with the colors so as to get a good match for your skin tone and hair color.There are other reasons why you might find it necessary to wear them. If you have poor eye sight then wearing contact lenses is not just for the appearance, but it serves other functional purposes as well. For this reason, it is important for you to learn how to go about wearing and taking better care of them.If you are wearing the product for the first time then you might find out that it takes some time before getting used to. Therefore, be patient as you learn to use and wear them. One of the main reasons is that you might feel uncomfortable as a result of having something foreign in your eye. But you are sure to get used to it with time and it will also feel natural.For you to get the best results there are a few things you...more
Fishing trips in Ontario Canada are great as Ontario has many waterways that it borders. Ontario borders Hudson Bay as well as the United States Great Lakes and Lake Erie. Other waterways accessible on within Ontario include Lake of the Woods, the...more
Are your bags packed? Are you ready for your next beach holiday? If yes, then Fantasie Tankini is something you cannot miss. Your luggage will be incomplete without a Fantasie bikini. Rather, your holiday will be incomplete without that perfect pair...more
Christmas comes every year and every year people celebrate it with same enthusiasm and joy. It doesn't matter how passionate you are to decorate your house, mini light bars are found in every individual's home. This article will discuss...more
If you are thinking about taking a vacation anywhere tropical, including Mexico, the Hawaiian islands, and basically anywhere which borders a tropical ocean, you should be vigilantly aware of when the hurricane season is, and what to do to protect...more
It's funny how you don't notice a certain part of your body until it starts giving you problems. Imagine this, you use your arms everyday and connected to your arm is your shoulder which mostly moves with your arm. Now all of a sudden...more
Fairy costumes are an all-time favorite. From Tinkerbell to the Tooth Fairy, fairies have always been quite popular. After all, they are the perfect combination of mystical, feminine, and pretty. Others are a bit dark or even funny....more