The mid-August holiday is an ancient feast, that already existed in Octavian Augustus' times; later, it coincided with the Christian celebration of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.In 18 B.C. the emperor Octavian Augustus instituted the mid-August feast to connect the celebrations of the month, thus creating a necessary and deserved period of rest after the fatiguing period of the harvest - other than for a kind of political self-promotion....more
Ayodhya is quite well known for its ancient temples and monuments. It is more prominently known to be the abode of Lord Ram. Tourists from both India and abroad flock to this place throughout the year. Owing to this many tourist operators arrange for special travel packages to this city. There are also quite a number of 3 star hotels in Ayodhya which cater to the international audience. Luxury hotels are located within a 6 km radius from the main...more
Cheap airplane tickets, as well as cheap vacation packages, are now more available as a result of an American Airlines ticket sale. Travelers are being encouraged to purchase tickets as soon as possible to take advantage of the sale prices being offered.The following are some of the particulars of this sale:- Travel must be completed by November 17th.- Round trip fares are priced as low as $88, not including taxes.- Over 40 cities from coast to coast, including Chicago, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Dallas are included in this sale.- Lowest prices are available for flights on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.- 10 day advance purchase is required.- Blackout dates apply: June 19, June 26, July 3, 6, 10, 17, 24, 31, and August 7.- Stopovers (defined as when a passenger does not depart from a intermediate city within four hours for domestic flights and 24 hours for international flights) are not allowed.- Saturday night stay over is required on select routes to secure the lowest fare.Be aware that sale seats are limited and sale fares are not available on all flights. The more flexible your travel dates are the more likely you will be able to find the cheapest available fares. Many...more
The proposals of non-competitive events in the Lagoon city in the spring are unique events that only Venice can offer, and they involve the whole city and all those who, on that day, have the luck and the will to be there.The first event for which it is worth thinking about spending some days in one of the Venice' hotels is the traditional...more
Many travelers plan their independent itinerary abroad based on time and budget constraints, while aiming at reaching the best and most attractive touristic attractions of the city/country they wish to visit.Most of the independent travelers abroad, having carefully and accurately planned their itinerary, encounter more than once the frustrating...more
If you're dreaming of taking your kids to Disney World this year you might be wondering how you can make the vacation as affordable as possible. The good news is that if you know where to look there are a number of ways that you can save money on your Disney vacation.1. Travel during value seasonThe easiest way to save money on your vacation is to visit during the value or off peak season. At certain times of the year Disney offers value rates at it's Resort hotels offering considerable savings. The other bonus to travelling during these off peak seasons is that the crowds are lower meaning you can see and do more during your stay.2. Stay offsiteAnother alternative is to stay in a hotel in the surrounding area. Kissimmee, Lake Buena Vista and International Drive are all within a few miles of the Disney World Resort and you can find rooms for less than $69 a night.If there are more than three people in your party you might want to consider renting a private home in the Kissimmee area. You'll have much more space without spending a lot more than you would for a hotel room, and with kitchen facilities you can save money on eating during your vacation. Many homes also come with private...more
Brockenhurst is located centrally in the heart of the New Forest National Park, the former hunting ground of Kings. Lying between Lymington on the coast and Lyndhurst (the former capital of the forest), Brockenhurst is a wonderful small village with...more
Las Vegas is home to over 30 adult entertainment establishments. They are strategically placed all over the Las Vegas area. The question is does it matter which Las Vegas strip club you visit, do they all offer the same value?When people come to Las...more
Famous as the shoppers' heaven, Hong Kong is recognized for its fast budding economy. Making a visit to this modern city, you can feel its vivacity and have a good perceptive of the local background. In Hong Kong, there are several well-to-do areas,...more
Civilization and family system started with formation of tribes, many of which still in existence. Tribals stick to their original customs and traditions and hold on to their identities in some of the remotest corners of the world. Resisting vagaries...more
Visiting UK? It is definitely a beautiful and vibrant country full of diversity and culture. With great summers and fine weather all year around, you could always venture out shining beaches and lush green countryside. For those wishing to explore...more
Any capital city is going to be packed with restaurants no matter where you look. London is no different in this respect. No matter what kind of food you like to eat you will find a myriad of restaurants in the city that are right up your street.For...more