The Prati district is situated in west central Rome. It boasts some of the city's major chic shopping streets. This district is dominated by the verdant Monte Mario hill. While Monte Mario is the highest hill in Rome it's not one of the famous seven hills because it lies outside the boundaries of the ancient city. The view is great from the Belevedere Zodiaco. Local sights include the Astronomical Observatory and the Museo Astronomico...more
It is simply inevitable!!, You do have to take your family out on holidays at least once year. The recent trend is to venture out to domestic holiday destinations. The economic downturn, poor weather conditions which make it impossible to fly across countries have been citied the reason of people opting for domestic holidays. UK holiday parks have become hot favorites amongst families who choose to travel within UK. By embarking on domestic...more
If your travel plans include Budapest on August 20th you will find yourself in the midst of the country's biggest celebrations. August 20th is greatest national holiday for Hungarians, with day-long festivities and celebrations, followed by spectacular fireworks throughout the country, with the one in Budapest being the biggest and most beautiful. But what exactly do Hungarians celebrate on St. Stephen's Day?Stephen I (969 - 1038) was the first to unite the Magyar tribes into a nation. As the first king of Hungary, he broadly established Christianity and founded the Kingdom of Hungary. Stephen I was crowned in 1000, with a holy crown sent by Pope Silvester II recognizing him as the king of Hungary. The Holy Crown survived throughout the centuries and has become a symbol of Hungary. The crown along with the crown jewels is on display in the Parliament Building (guided tours are available). Stephen I was canonized on August 20th 1083 by Pope Gregory VII. He has since been referred to as St. Stephen. When his tomb was opened for the canonization in 1083, his right hand was found to be miraculously preserved. Today, St. Stephen is the patron saint of the Budapest Basilica where his...more
Scheduling a holiday in Sydney? Then you better pack your swimsuit and a lot of sunblock. Even though you may simply be contemplating a visit to a few of the leading visitors attractions, of this region, you will want to make sure to leave at least a couple of days to take a look at the fabulous north and south shore of Sydney .There are a variety...more
Whether you want to spend your holidays in Prague, sample the Prague nightlife or hold your stag or hen party, you really could not go wrong with a Prague weekend break.Prague in Czech Republic is a beautiful city filled with culture & diversity and the Prague nightlife is legendary with music and movie stars frequenting for the fun and lifestyle....more
The Gold Coast region of Australia is the home to a number of amazing and popular theme parks of the world. Especially the water parks in this region offer a refreshing and thrilling experience to the visitors of all ages. A visit to these parks is a must especially if you are traveling with your kids. You can get car rentals from Gold Coast airport to visit these theme parks and water parks easily and conveniently.The first place that you can visit with a car hire in Gold Coast is the Wet'n'wild Water World, which is one of the most popular water parks of Australia. The main attraction in this park is the 'Whirlpool', which are unique high speed spinning torrents. This place also has the first wet roller coaster of the world. The other attractions include the Mammoth Falls, which is the biggest water attraction of Australia. If you want some rest, you can relax at the Calypso Beach and when you feel like getting back into action, you can get into the huge wave pool. For children under the age of 10 years, there is the Buccaneer Bay, where they can swim, play and have lots of fun. One of the best things about the Wet'n'wild Water World is that besides being exciting and thrilling,...more
The Western Maryland Railway (AAR symbol: WM) was an American company railroad Class I operating in Maryland, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. It was primarily a carrier of coal and freight, but also operated some passenger trains. It was built in the...more
Travelling overseas for work or pleasure should be a worry-free experience. However, many travelers often face the difficulty of finding cheap hotel deals, which is especially important when on a tight budget. Saving travel costs on a stay at a...more
Gone are the days when you had to make a trip in to a travel agent to organize your travel insurance. The magic of the internet has produced a new and exciting way to organize and insure your life, your belongings, and your travel plans. Not only can...more
The Inti Raymi festival is the second largest festival in South America and occurs each winter solstice in Cuzco, Peru. Tens of thousands of people come to Cuzco from other parts of Peru and South America for a celebration that lasts an entire week...more
Cape Town also known as the "Fairest Cape "is famous for its cosmopolitan nature and scenic beauty. Through the ever vibey City Centre and Waterfront the backdrop of Table Mountain beckons.Visit The majestic Cape Of Good Hope and the lovely Cape...more
The Carlton Hotel is expediently positioned at the crossroads of Singapore's leading underground shopping mall. It is close to the busiest economic and Convention centers and just a couple of minutes away from educational and amusement zones of...more