The United States issued a general travel alert for Americans in Europe on Sunday amid concerns that al Qaeda or related groups plan attacks similar to the 2008 massacre in the Indian city of Mumbai."U.S. citizens should take every precaution to be aware of their surroundings and to adopt appropriate safety measures to protect themselves when traveling," the notice from the U.S. State Department said. "We continue to work closely...more
If you're looking to save money on air travel, this is the time to strike. Because of the economy, because it's in such a slump, many people are choosing not to travel this holiday weekend. They are choosing instead to stay home and they're finding things to do in their own towns. This means the airlines are suffering from low sales. To combat this, many airlines are offering air travel discount fares. These fares are available to...more
For decades, Native American miners have worked the mines of the Colorado Plateau. Soft, yellow uranium ore was drilled from the rock by the miners. This uranium was used in the nuclear warheads that the US deployed around the country and that eventually helped win the Cold War.However, many of the miners themselves have become Cold War casualties. They are either dead or drying from cancer and other ailments blamed on exposure to radiation in the mines. There are many Native Americans who have lost their families, and those who have survived are still fighting for their lives.A large majority of the miners have patterns of scar on their arms caused by the required dialysis treatments. Such dialysis is required to keep miners who suffer from kidney failure alive. Blame has been placed on the mines' drinking water, which has been proven to contain traces of radioactive minerals in scientific testing.In 1990, the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act was ratified by Congress. This act was designed to assist uranium miners that are enduring various health problems due to the work they performed in the radioactive mines. The fact is that the majority of this work was simply...more
Kerala is a perfect place for those who love to enjoy the beauty of nature and the tranquility that is sure to rejuvenate mind, body and tiring soul. It is here the nature sings its lovely glory, waterfalls and streams flow with the rhythm of music while the birds fills the air with their melodious tone as you walk through the steep...more
Albufeira villa holidays in Portugal give you everything that you can possibly want when you are looking to travel to this region of Portugal. If you like this country for the sunshine and the attractions, you should consider taking in villa holidays. These are the ideal way to spend your holiday when you are going to Portugal. ...more
There are so many options and 'must sees' on the world map, you may want some ideas of where to go and how to plan your travelling experience. Traveling comes easy to people with experience. These tips given below are very essential for a safe travel experience.Planning your route:It's true that the happiest travellers are the most flexible. Different people may have a different ways to plan a trip. Some draw up itineraries and refuse to budge from it and others are just not bothered and will go anywhere spontaneously.Most itineraries are dots on a map of places people would like to see or things they'd like to do, along with the most convenient transport options. Planning a route has to be done according one's own taste of travelling. Some careful research is required so that you can ascertain all the important information about the place like hotel reservations, sight-seeing spots etc.Checking Travel arrangements:It is absolutely essential that you will have to take a few precautions before leaving on this trip. You will have to take care of your insurance and tickets. Try to get the best deals on the ticket by booking them early. Last minute tickets can not be...more
To have your own library is now achievable once you have an Electronic Book Reader. The way many people have seen reading resources that often include books, magazines, blogs, and newspapers has truly revolved with the availability of...more
India is a great tourist hub. It holds varied attractions and spots where one can spend holidays cheerfully. India has endless tourist places. It has desert, mountains, hill stations, backwaters, beaches, wildlife destination, etc....more
The golden sands of Florida beaches are a major attraction for visitors to Florida and the inflow of tourists keep steadily increasing year after year. Tourists are eager to spend time in the golden sands of the beaches of Florida just...more
Few days of the year offer children the fun of Halloween Fancy dress, trick or treat, carving pumpkins, bonfires and ghost stories - all around the world, children (and a few adults) celebrate the scary, the silly and the superstitious...more
An award winning island, Bali is the perfect blend of rich historic past, alluring beaches, colorful traditions and mesmerizing beaches. The island is renowned world over for its unique culture, religion and friendly people which...more
What words or phrases will you use to define Switzerland? Will it be just enough to say that Switzerland is the most romantic place on this planet? Do you define it as the most exotic location where there is a perfect blend of fun,...more