Turkey's tourism industry is the largest and the fastest growing tourism industry in the Middle East region and accounts for around 48% of the total international tourists arriving in the Middle East region. Despite the global downturn, Turkish tourism industry achieved year on year growth of 13% as of the end of 2008. The main reason for the growth is the financial support by the Turkish Tourism Ministry. The tourism industry will continue...more
Barcelona is one of the most prominent tourist spots in the entire Europe. There are plenty of magnificent buildings, museums, zoo, and plenty of other things that will keep you busy when you are in the city. However, apart from these, there are some of scenic beauties and the natural places that will give you a calm and serene refuge from the hustle and bustle of a modern city like Barcelona. So, if you are planning a Barcelona tour it is...more
The Prati district is situated in west central Rome. It boasts some of the city's major chic shopping streets. This district is dominated by the verdant Monte Mario hill. While Monte Mario is the highest hill in Rome it's not one of the famous seven hills because it lies outside the boundaries of the ancient city. The view is great from the Belevedere Zodiaco. Local sights include the Astronomical Observatory and the Museo Astronomico Copernicano. Even if you don't remember the 1960 Olympics you should stop by the Olympic Stadium which is part of the Foro Italico, the sports center. You might want to visit the Fontana dei Quiriti but don't bring the kids. The district also hosts the Sede della RAI radio and TV center. For your convenience we have listed neighborhood hotels in approximate order of cost, starting with the least expensive. We have personally verified all website addresses making sure that they include English-language pages.The Hotel San Pietrino is located on the third floor of a Nineteenth Century palazzo. Its rooms are well equipped for the price but rather unusually breakfast is not included. And there is no bar in the hotel. Both of these...more
It is simply inevitable!!, You do have to take your family out on holidays at least once year. The recent trend is to venture out to domestic holiday destinations. The economic downturn, poor weather conditions which make it impossible to fly across countries have been citied the reason of people opting for domestic holidays. UK holiday parks have...more
If your travel plans include Budapest on August 20th you will find yourself in the midst of the country's biggest celebrations. August 20th is greatest national holiday for Hungarians, with day-long festivities and celebrations, followed by spectacular fireworks throughout the country, with the one in Budapest being the biggest and most...more
Scheduling a holiday in Sydney? Then you better pack your swimsuit and a lot of sunblock. Even though you may simply be contemplating a visit to a few of the leading visitors attractions, of this region, you will want to make sure to leave at least a couple of days to take a look at the fabulous north and south shore of Sydney .There are a variety of beaches on the coast of Sydney that make for a wonderful day, enjoying fun on the sand or in the surf. Some of the areas most favored beaches are Collaroy, Bondi Beach, and Coogee, however these are only a few of the choices available to travelers of this area. Most of the more popular beaches not merely offer marvelous opportunities for water fun, but also surf clubs, changing areas, and recreational areas for bar-b-ques, family gatherings and lots of picnic areas.The majority of Sydney's beaches are lined with incredible things to do and see such as exquisite boutiques, delightful restaurants and a load of nightlife and entertainment spots. There are plenty of fun activities surrounding the majority of the beaches in the region making it perfect core for a family vacation.There are also many wonderful places to stay along the...more
Whether you want to spend your holidays in Prague, sample the Prague nightlife or hold your stag or hen party, you really could not go wrong with a Prague weekend break.Prague in Czech Republic is a beautiful city filled with culture & diversity and...more
The Gold Coast region of Australia is the home to a number of amazing and popular theme parks of the world. Especially the water parks in this region offer a refreshing and thrilling experience to the visitors of all ages. A visit to these parks is a...more
The Western Maryland Railway (AAR symbol: WM) was an American company railroad Class I operating in Maryland, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. It was primarily a carrier of coal and freight, but also operated some passenger trains. It was built in the...more
Travelling overseas for work or pleasure should be a worry-free experience. However, many travelers often face the difficulty of finding cheap hotel deals, which is especially important when on a tight budget. Saving travel costs on a stay at a...more
Gone are the days when you had to make a trip in to a travel agent to organize your travel insurance. The magic of the internet has produced a new and exciting way to organize and insure your life, your belongings, and your travel plans. Not only can...more
The Inti Raymi festival is the second largest festival in South America and occurs each winter solstice in Cuzco, Peru. Tens of thousands of people come to Cuzco from other parts of Peru and South America for a celebration that lasts an entire week...more