At the turn of the 20th century, it is said that Philadelphia's captains of commerce and industry came together to form a country club dedicated to golf, baseball, tennis and the pursuit of happiness through social interaction. Towards this end, the group built two fabulous golf courses, about a dozen tennis courts, a swimming pool and a sprawling clubhouse. Constant improvement and regular gatherings soon formed a strong familial bonds and...more
Families looking for parks and playgrounds in Portland are sure to find an abundance of fun in the Portland area. Portland is full of fun and natural beauty and the citizens and visitors take full advantage of their surroundings. While many visitors flock to the Oregon Trail Museum and Powell's Books for fun, others enjoy being outside. Take a look at these outdoor options when in Portland, Oregon.Tom McCall ParkEven when the weather is not...more
The most popular tours of Africa are currently those that concentrate on the incomparable gems of South and East Africa, regions that are politically stable as well as environmentally and culturally diverse. Southern African tours, whether scheduled coach tours or tailor-made tours for the more adventurous, concentrate on a host of fascinating attractions in a range of nations. The bone-dry desert state of NamibiaThe bone-dry desert state of Namibia will keep travellers entranced and is one of the premier destinations of dedicated African safaris with enormous sand dunes of the Sossusvlei, the stark solitude of the notorious skeleton coast and the Germanic allure of Swakopmund. Luxury coach tours are, arguably, the preferred choice for the intrepid traveller intent on discovering Namibia, as the land is both vast and lonely and could be rather threatening should an emergency arise for the uninitiated. Botswana - the land of giantsBotswana is the land of the giants where the last remaining herds of African elephant still roam free in the Tuli area and where huge baobab trees dot the horizon. The premier game viewing locale of the mineral-rich nation is the world renowned Etosha...more
With its temperate climate and spectacular scenery, South Africa is the ideal venue for picnickers. From the bush or parklands of Johannesburg to the tropical vegetation and warm water beaches of Durban to the scenic drives and wines estates of the Cape, there are literally perfect picnic spots to choose from. Dining al fresco is a popular...more
Cape Town is a formidable venue for night-time revellers with its vast selection of bars, restaurants, live music venues and trendy night clubs. The city itself is home to a consummate array of chic nightspots but so too is the Camps Bay strip and the V&A Waterfront, all within easy range of the luxurious waterfront apartments so popular with...more
The best way to travel is really dependent upon the person who is going on holiday and the destination they have chosen. The more independent, adventurous personality will, in all likelihood, opt for the flexibility of a self drive tour, whereas the individual who prefers to have everything cut and dried and taken care of on their behalf will possibly choose either a guided or group tour, depending on how sociable they are. 'Flexi-drives' for the adventurousIn truth, self drive tours are really 'flexi-drives' where the intrepid journeyman can add, modify, adapt and exchange virtually any aspect of their itinerary, including preferred routes, activities and even accommodation. There is absolutely no rigidity to the sojourn but at the same time they will have tapped into the extensive knowledge and local know-how of dedicated tour operators who will have assisted them every step of the way, from planning the itinerary with the client's continual feedback to the point of meeting and greeting them at the airport to hand over the hired car keys. As long as the destination is a relatively safe one with suitable road networks and a reasonable infrastructure, the...more
The climax of any Uganda safari is undoubtedly tracking the largest living primate on the planet, the endangered Mountain gorilla, through some of the most impenetrable jungle in the world - the last remaining habitat of these critically endangered...more
We all love to travel and tell yarns of our adventurous escapades in exciting destinations but one of the best ways to hold onto those memories is to shop. Decorate your home with tales of antiquity picked up for a song at the Roman market or simply...more
There are a handful of dream locations, world-wide, that offer the astute and well-heeled traveller entertainment, relaxation and, critically, relative privacy. We have selected four locations preferred by the so-called A-listers amongst us and why:...more
Was traveling to Europe a dream that you always wanted to live? Are you now planning a trip to second largest continent? But you are taken back due to exorbitant expenses that might not let you fulfill your dreams? Don't be apprehensive about...more
South India holds history in its laps that sings songs of rich cultural history of ancient India. The richness of its heritage is truly depicted in its dance forms, architectures, temples and sculptures that amaze the foreign tourists visiting South...more
As the enthusiasm and number of people for cruising grows, the need for more cruise ships also increases giving out hundreds of cruise ship job opportunities. A lot of people has a strong desire what opportunities are available out there but there...more