If you are heading out on a summer camping trip, a backpack is one piece of equipment that is an absolute must have. Whether you are backpacking along the Appalachian Trail or taking day trips from a comfortable base camp in a national park, the right backpack will make your life easier and much more comfortable. If you are looking for a backpack to get you going on your summer vacation, you can't go wrong with one of these great...more
The Northern Territory of Australia is equivalent in size to France, Italy and Spain combined and Australia's outback Northern Territory is bordered by Queensland, Western Australia and South Australia.Blessed with an abundance of natural environments the Northern Territory is famous for its spectacular wildlife.Dancing brolga..The Northern Territory has an environment that ebbs and flows with the seasons, of contrast and colour, where...more
This fun facts about Australia page doesn't contain anything serious, just a bit of fun which, perhaps, might give our foreign visitors an insight into the rather 'different' Australian sense of humour.If you're looking for unusual facts about Australia rather than fun facts about Australia we have that too at http://www.the-discount-travel-guide.com/unusual-facts-about-Australia.htmlWe also have a very dry page of Australia facts at http://www.the-discount-travel-guide.com/Australia-facts.html which will just give you useful information about currency, postal codes, international, and interstate telephone dialing codes etc.. great if you're looking for something serious.....!! .As for this page, we'll now go on to the fun facts about Australia, gleaned, (read stolen) unashamedly, from every and any source I could find.....enjoy.Australia was actually Britain's first attempt at a penal colony. What isn't mentioned is that they stopped using it once they discovered that it was a lot cheaper to ship people off to Ireland and just steal their potatoes until the Irish got so depressed that they emigrated to America and became crooked...more
If you are cruising anywhere outside the United States, the most important document you need to have with you is your passport. For many years, US citizens did not need a passport to visit the Caribbean, Mexico, and Canada. Passports are fairly easy to obtain, either in person or by mail, at a local passport office or post office. If you are only...more
Today, the temperature in Orlando has a high of 98 degrees. With the humidity, it will feel like 103 degrees. Let's just say it...that is HOT! As Florida Residents, we almost get used to this heat during a Disney World vacation. Here are some of our tips to help you enjoy your vacation and beat that summer heat.Wake Up Early - I know this your...more
Go on...I know you want to yell it, "We're Going to Disney World!" So, you booked your trip and now you wait until it is time to go on your vacation. Why not make the waiting fun, too! You can get the kids involved at home and have some fun while you countdown your trip to Disney World. Here are some of our favorite family activities to help countdown to your Disney World vacation:Have a movie night - Find your favorite Disney Classic movie or Disney-Pixar movie, pop some popcorn, and have a Disney Movie Night. Just calling it Disney Movie Night will get everyone excited!Plan you Theme Park days - Pull out the guide maps to the Disney Theme Parks and have each family member pick out their favorite 3 rides to enjoy during your vacation. This will help maximize your time at the parks by hitting only the family's favorites and will get everyone excited about your trip.Have a Themed Dinner - My youngest loves Alice in Wonderland! We will often have a night that we call the Alice in Wonderland Tea Party. We make sandwiches, fruit, and tea punch. We find out favorite hats and all join in on the fun!Decorate your Car - If you are driving, go buy some shoe polish (the stick kind)...more
Imagine traveling within the United States or Internationally and having a completely hassle free trip with memories to last a lifetime. That is an Adventures by Disney vacation! An Adventures by Disney Tour is an all inclusive vacation with special...more
One of my VERY favorite things about having the Internet is that I no longer have to use annoying (and very inky) yellow pages anymore. I hate those books. They are heavy, you have to search search search and the words are ALWAYS way too small even...more
Gap year students looking for something different, challenging and life changing to do with their year off are increasingly making volunteering part of their travel plans. Not only is volunteering a fantastic way to develop skills, make friends, get...more
Places that are close to nature always attract tourists and people on a vacation. At the heart of the Appalachian Highlands is what's commonly known as the "Mountain State" or West Virginia.Places that are close to nature always attract tourists...more
There are many such places across US but West Virginia could get the approval of your boss and your entire team. Places to stay for conventions in Charleston West Virginia could raise the energy of employees for better ideas in business affairs. Most...more
Accommodations in Charleston WV is for everybody's enjoyment. They guarantee that you have a wonderful time that's relaxing as well as enjoyable.The wedding day is the most joyous day in a couple's life, but until that day stress makes...more