The Smoky Mountains were originally home to the proud nation of Cherokee Native Americans, who called this region home. Much of their culture can still be seen, but the oral tradition of passing down myths and stories about how the world came to bewell that can only be retold by a Cherokee member. With stories about why it rains, how the earth was created, and stories of brave warriors in battle, the best of these are the stories of lovelove...more
Now could be the perfect time to visit the Whitsunday Islands and Hamilton Island Australia in particular. The recent cyclone, Ului, that hit the northern coastline of Queensland around the Whitsundays has caused some bad publicity for the islands. It hit at the end of March (2010) causing a few of the Whitsunday Islands to be evacuated. This has in fact put some tourists off visiting the islands, thinking that there might be some devastation. In...more
Volpaia and RaddaVolpaia is a charming little town village with the old medieval castle fortified in the XII century and a maze of alleys, arches and ancient palaces. In Volpaia's main square, we indicate you La Bottega di Volpaia (Piazza della Torre 2). During the day it is a very well provided shop where purchase olive oil, fresh pasta, sausages and cheese (at lunch time cheese and cold cuts are also available for take-away); at evening you can have typical regional dishes of the Tuscan cuisine. That is the best place to taste "ribollita" (vegetables and bread soup), a simple and delicious dish of Tuscan peasant tradition.Going to South from Volpaia, we find one of the most beautiful village of Chianti's region: Radda, the ancient main town of the Chianti's League in 1415 and the place where the most powerful Florentine families used to spent their summer holiday during the XVII century; the village still keeps the old wall where it is possible to walk along the old passageways and catch a great sight of the surrounding hills.In IV Novembre square you can find Casa Porciatti where it is possible to purchase typical products of Chianti 's tradition, as filetto...more
There is a misconception that Sanya (http://www.chinatouronline.com/china-travel/sanya.html) is the Hawaii of China, with natural powdery sand and affable natives living in beach huts and dancing their days away. Although the scene in Sanya is far from that, it is still a pretty quaint place, especially when you see nothing but the sea beyond....more
India Tour is one of the most cherished adventure tour destination in the world. A holiday to India includes various adventure tour packages that bring you great opportunities to indulge in sports that would bring a chill in the spine. The extremely chilly and amazing heights of the Himalayas, the cool and enthusiastic waters of the Holy river...more
Brisbane can be said as the attractive place for the tourists where lots of people from all over the world come for enjoying their vacation each year. As soon as the tourist people reach Brisbane, they will concentrate on selecting cheap car hire for enjoying their tour in car. This would give more convenience in travel to the people when they go for long distance places located in Brisbane. You can easily find out car hire in Brisbane in the internet itself. Some of the car rental companies in the Brisbane will give advertisements in the newspapers as well as in the magazines regarding their cheap rent offers. The car that you are selecting should meet all the requirements that suit you best and also in return, the car companies should serve the customers best. Convenience as well as comfort should not be compromised since you are looking out for cheap car hire. Thrifty rental is the ideal way for travel and it works out best when you wish to travel from one place to another in places like Brisbane. Car rental in Brisbane is also available in a cheaper rent that is similar like other places. In fact, people who want car for some time can hire a car and pay for the usage rather...more
There are but the best and finest hotel in Kauai, Hawaii. Well, there should be. Hawaii is a paradise that has been touched by technology to bring out what is only the best. Spend your ultimate in Hawaiian vacations in the finest hotels in Kauai,...more
It's not hard to figure out that Morro Bay is home to a bird sanctuary -- especially since the seagulls at times seem to outnumber the people.Apparently the word's out amongst the seagull population: Visit Morro Bay and you'll not only...more
San Francisco, perched delicately on the hills of California's striking coastline, delivers more than just breathtaking views of the Pacific and scrumptious sourdough bread. Discriminating travelers looking for a unique vacation can book their...more
The city of San Francisco, nestled on the hills overlooking San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean, is near some of the finest wineries the West Coast - and the world - has to offer. The city lies within easy driving distance of both the Sonoma and...more
Seattle, home to such American institutions as Starbucks, indie music and Microsoft, is the largest city in the Pacific Northwest. Known as the Emerald City for the surrounding lush forests, the area is a unique mix of stunning mountain views and a...more
After a week full of classes, you may be ready to hit the road! By taking day-trips and overnight voyages on the weekends when you attend a Spanish immersion school in Argentina, you can make your trip even more memorableOf course, there is plenty to...more