We're taking the bus instead of driving. We're only using detergent that we've secretly swept up from the local laundrettes' floor. And the only new clothes we have are ones we've recently weaved from discarded rags found round the back of Primark. The credit crunch has hit us all pretty hard. But nothing has taken quite as big a blow as our holidays. And let's face it - it's at a time when we need them the most. But it IS possible to take a...more
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 so great, many people can be found congregating in Tom McCall Park in downtown Portland. This riverfront park is a fun haven for families, bikers, roller bladders and joggers. The peaceful park also hosts many of the city's large events. The Blues Festival, the Oregon Brewers Festival and many Rose Festival events are annually held in Tom McCall Park. The name of the park came from Governor McCall after he decided to demolish Harbor Drive and build the park in the 1970s.Forest Park In PortlandForest Park in Portland is one of the largest parks in the world. It's the ideal place for families to come for hiking and enjoying the great outdoors of the city. With over 5,000 acres of land, it's a place where people can come to feel free from the...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...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 visitors. Diverse live musicLive music reflects the diversity of the Mother City, where the pulse and rhythm of the African drumbeat rivals that of world class jazz, rock 'n roll, trance, hip hop and a whole lot more. Jazz fans have their traditional hangouts at the Waterfront, Rylands and Gugulethu and each year one of the world's biggest Jazz festivals is hosted by the city. Long Street - the iconic night club experienceLong Street is the iconic night club experience with new, exciting venues opening virtually every year. For cutting edge music and trendy dance venues, simply stroll along the street and pop into whichever club catches your fancy. There are also numerous bars, bistros and top flight restaurants in the area, making it a one-stop venue for the night owl. For foot stomping, hip grinding and all-night partying, Green Point is the...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...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 the...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