When you are planning a vacation to a faraway destination, it can be difficult to know what to bring along and how to pack it. If the place you are going to has nothing resembling grocery stores you might be in for a rough vacation. You also want to be fully prepared in the unlikely event of a medical emergency while you are on vacation.There are tips here to make preparing for international travel pleasant and help you be ready for anything...more
Author: Matt SpockWhen you think of hot vacation destinations, Prague may not immediately spring to mind. But this capital city of the Czech Republic is actually becoming a bit of a tourist destination. And why not? The city features dozens of historic sites, wonderful restaurants, friendly pubs and a thriving nightlife scene. It’s little wonder that Prague tourism is booming. Nearly 4.6 million tourists visited Prague in 2008, according to the...more
Goa, Indias smallest state has a rich heritage stretching back several centuries. Situated on the west coast of India, Goa possesses many attractions which lure a large number of foreign visitors each year. With many historic places of worship, imposing architectural highlights and pristine beaches, Goa is a prime tourist destination. It also boasts a wide variety of flora and fauna, and is recognized as a biodiversity centre. Goa is thought to have been founded by Buddhist monks at the time of the Mauryan Empire in the third century BC. The area was controlled by a succession of Indian monarchies and came under the control of the Portuguese in 1510 and became a part of independent India in 1961.One of Goas most celebrated attractions is the Basilica of Bom Jesus. Bom Jesus is a Portuguese term meaning Good or Holy Jesus and is used to refer to the infant Jesus. The church was consecrated in 1605, and is considered to be one of the finest examples of the Baroque style of architecture in India. The Basilica is recognized as a landmark in Christian history. It contains the remains of St. Francis Xavier, one of the founders of the Society of Jesus, also known as the Jesuits. The...more
Travellers in Belgrade will not have too much trouble blending with Serbian and Belgrade culture. English is spoken with tourists in almost every area. You will find the younger folks in Belgrade speak it more often, and these will be your guides to finding the hottest gay clubs in Belgrade.For many Belgrade visitors, one of the most interesting,...more
Tuscany is an important region in the north-central area of Italy. The region sprawls in an area of about 23,000 square kilometers and the population of the area is around 3.6 million. Florence is the regional capital of Tuscany. The historical importance of Tuscany could be judged from the fact that six of the Tuscan localities had been declared...more
If you feel like taking a break and just getting back to nature, look no further than Tuscany. Nestled in picturesque surroundings that have a generous helping of natural splendor, this is one area that can satiate the needs of even the most demanding traveler. It has so much to offer that you might be perplexed as to what you want to do and how you might want to be spending your vacation. Dont fret, because there isnt much that can go wrong as this remains one of the most beautiful areas of the country. It is pretty hard to have a vacation that you will complain about when you are in Tuscany. The first big draw of the area is its natural glory itself. There is so much lush greenery here that one could get lost by just walking around the region, completely awestruck by what nature might have to show you. The wines of the area are consequently one of the best in the world, and you should indulge in it while you are visiting the region. The same holds true for the food as well, as it is truly unique and unlike anything that you might have experienced before. The part that makes it special is that you get to enjoy it with the locals when you are having it in the towns.The places to...more
Author: JulieThe city of Luxor is a favorite destination for every adventure in Holidays Egypt. Located in the Upper Egypt district, this ancient region is filled with archaeological treasures and is the focal point for the Nile cruise itineraries....more
Author: Denzale MontgomeryThe holiday season was a great time. But, now it is a new year, and it is about time to start thinking about spring time. And with the coming of spring time, comes brand new spring attire for those much warmer spring days,...more
Boasting a highly diversified business spectrum within the hydrocarbon industry the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation is owned by the state in Kuwait.The corporation was initially begun during the 1980s in order to have a common umbrella organization that...more
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Bangkok is the capital city of Thailand where smiles are a plenty and the streets are always lively. This sub urban jungle is where religious conservatism meets modern flamboyancy in one of the most popular tourist destinations among travellers...more
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