Paris Las Vegas, located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, is a long way from being the flashiest, hippest or sexiest spot on the Strip -- despite what the signage in the hotel elevator might tell you. But this Parisian-themed destination is quietly making up for its lack of flash with big values to go along with its moderately priced rooms.Our trip to Paris Las Vegas was a last-minute getaway planned within tight time parameters: we had to...more
Online travel sales in Europe are increasing rapidly. It is expected that in 2009 over 25% of the total European travel market will be purchased online. The UK remains the largest online travel market in Europe, with Germany in second place. These two markets accounted for 49% of the EUR 49.4 bn. European online travel market in 2007.The Germans took a total of 302 million trips in 2008 (domestic 226.4 million and outbound 75.8 million) and spent...more
When you think of slow travel and relaxing living it is impossible for Italy not to come to mind. From the habit of always stopping for a coffee or the birth of the Slow Food movement the country, as a whole, embraces the spirit of a slow, relaxing style of life and travel.Staying away from the largest cities allows even more focus on a relaxing style of vacation, and cities like Florence embody the idea. Embracing the Italian style of life in a vacation apartment in Florence will soothe your wearied spirit make you feel renewed. The Tuscans exemplify the "eat, drink and be merry" type of life, with a focus on relaxing and enjoying your food, your family and your friends. So why not rent an apartment in Florence and spend your vacation doing the same?When you decide to come to a place as beautiful as Tuscany and stay in a Florence hotel apartment, booking should be a mere trifle. There are many apartments available, in all types of locations and in all budget ranges. No matter what your needs are, you can find an apartment to fill them, and spend your vacation exploring the city and surrounding countryside in true Italian style: s-l-o-w-l-y.When you book an apartment in Florence...more
Las Vegas is truly Cirque du Soleil's home away from home. Sin City currently has numerous Cirque du Soleil shows including: The Beatles Love, Viva Elvis, Kà , Mystère, "O," Zumanity, and Criss Angel Believe. Each production plays at a different resort/casino and most are performed in a theatre specifically created just for Cirque.Every...more
Blarney Castle is one of the most popular sites in Ireland. Millions have traveled to southwest Ireland, climbed a very steep stairway, bent over backwards, and kissed a stone. Why would they do that?My daughter told me that she is doing a report on Blarney Castle for speech class. It took me a minute to understand how clever that choice was. You...more
Nestled along the majestic, tranquil Mediterranean coast lies the romantic Spanish city known for its ancient culture and awe-inspiring historic architecture. The capital of Catalonia, Barcelona has mild, comfortable winters and dry, smoldering summers. The best time to vacation, weather-wise, is during the Spring and Fall, March through June or September through January. So now is the ideal time to experience its splendor.Visit this romantic city with your paramour this Fall and absorb as much of its arts and culture as possible. Barcelona blends the ancient with the modern, offering a unique and eclectic experience. Beginning in the Gothic Quarter, its quaint, narrow streets captivate visitors with magnificent Gothic architecture, peaceful squares and fragmented remains of what were once the Roman walls surrounding the city.The elaborate Barcelona Cathedral is one of the most impressive structures you'll behold, with its striking peaks and pointed rooftops piercing the skyline in its characteristic, Gothic tradition. A tour of the passionate Barcelona arts and culture would not be complete without a visit to local medieval palaces like La Pia Almoina and Casa dels Canonges, or...more
The verdict on the true cost of spending your vacation in a hotel versus staying in a vacation rental is in, and I have the proof. For a family on a vacation, a vacation rental provides great accommodations for far less money. I just had a very...more
Hershey, Pennsylvania is a great location to take a vacation.While it is bustling with tourists in the summer, it is a quaint, small town that is very welcoming and full of beautiful scenery year around.There are lots of different attractions you can...more
As the summer temperatures rise, those hot Vegas hotel deals start to smolder with low, low prices. With the economic slow down of the past few years, the Vegas hotel booking scene has reflected a decrease in room reservation rates. As a result, you...more
When you finally get to take that dream vacation to fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada, you should take time to review all the possible online discount sites before finalizing your Vegas hotel reservation. Before the current recession, Las Vegas hotels...more
This has been a wonderful year so far for Nadal, as he has managed to not only become the number one in the ATP World Tour, but also win the first US Open title in his career.Rafael Nadal has become the seventh player to win all four of...more
Living in Hawaii is like you are living in paradise Adam and Eve have lived in. Come to Hawaii. Live there. If you don't have enough resources, you can start by renting a condo and work until you can live on your own.These are the top reasons why you...more