So you are considering May holidays in Abruzzi or elsewhere in central Italy. There are lots and lots of special spring events that simply aren't available in the good old summertime. Here are a few of them. Get rolling; May is almost upon us. We start our virtual tour in Abruzzi on the eastern Adriatic coast and then proceed south to Molise. There are so many things to see and do in central Italy in May that this is the second of three...more
So you are planning to spend your May holidays in Tuscany or elsewhere in central Italy. Don't worry; there are lots and lots of special spring events that simply aren't available in the good old summertime. Here are a few of them. Get rolling; May is almost upon us. We start our virtual tour in Tuscany on the western Tyrrhenian Sea coast and then proceed in a clockwise direction heading to The Marches on the Adriatic Sea. There are so many...more
So you are thinking of visiting northern Italy in May, but you're just not sure what to see and to do. Don't you despair; there are lots and lots of special events that simply aren't available in the good old summertime. Here are a few of them. Get rolling; May is almost upon us. We start our virtual tour in Liguria, go north to Piedmont, and then further north to Val d'Aosta in the Italian Alps. There are so many things to see and do in northern Italy in May that this is the first of three articles.Early in the month of May Liguria's capital, the port city of Genoa, whose population is about 600 thousand hosts a celebration of the seas that they call Slow Fish. You will find a traditional fish auction, fish and seafood cooking demonstrations, and plenty to eat. Make sure to save room for traditional Genoa desserts. This program is part of the Slow Food Movement which concentrates on food quality and protecting the environment.The coastal city of Camogli, population about 6 thousand is situated about 12 miles (20 kilometers) east of Genoa. Their annual Sagra del pesce (Fish festival) which takes place on May's second Sunday, celebrates the feast of St. Fortunato who is the patron...more
The Castello district is the largest of Venice's six districts, locally known as sestiere. It's in the east of Venice and, unlike some of the others, people actually live there. This is the least touristy part of Venice, which may be an attraction for many. The area includes many historic churches. For your convenience we have listed these hotels...more
Manhattan makes up a number of neighborhoods that all have their own style and contribution to the city as a whole. Most of the areas have a great mix of business and residential life. They all have great places to eat, drink and relax or party. There is always a blend of people walking around. Some in a hurry and some just out for a stroll. There...more
Imagine a group of delightful islands in the warm sun. Glorious stretches of beach invite you for a relaxed and sunny encounter while hibiscus and frangipani blossom full of color. Delightful historical towns offer alfresco dining on freshly caught lobster and crab. For a moment, you think you're in some tropical paradise in the Caribbean. But then you remember you're in the United States, in Florida. In fact, you're in the Florida Keys, a chain of islands unfurling off the southeastern tip of Florida. It's one of the state's most seductive tourist destination and with Florida Keys vacation rentals, a very affordable one.Despite their sequestered feel, the Florida Keys are easy to reach as many of the islands are linked by bridges. And the first island in the chain is located just 15 miles south of Miami. The other 1700 or so islands in the archipelago extend for 106 miles south-southwest in an arc to the uninhabited Dry Tortugas. The archipelago is divided into three areas - Upper Keys, Middle Keys and Lower Keys. Here's a look at some of the major attractions in the Keys.The major island in whole chain is Key West, home to over 30% of the entire population of the Keys. Other than...more
Many people have different expectations from a safari to the African continent - some enjoy relaxing in five star accommodation with spas and the latest treatments, with world class dining and fine wines, whilst others want to totally immerse...more
For planning a wedding ceremony or reception or choosing a honeymoon destination, a chain hotel can be an excellent option. Granted, a chain might not offer quite the same local touch of a small boutique hotel, but the chains do represent brand...more
Earlier, Goa was prominent for its natural exquisiteness and breathtaking beaches intended to offer a rejuvenating experience to the holidaymakers, however, the picture is entirely different today. Five star luxury, endless cuisines, modernized...more
Saving those dollarsMany people think that cruising the open seas on a luxury ship is a vacation we cannot even dream of. However, with some careful planning and searching for incredible cruise bargains a cruise can be affordable. A cruise vacation...more
Most people associate Orlando with Disney World, but there is more to do there than just visit Disney. Here are the top 5 Orlando attractions that have nothing to do with Disney World, or its other operations in the area.Islands of AdventureThis is...more
San Francisco has more restaurants per capita than any other city in the country, making it a veritable chowhound's delight. There are plenty of things that San Francisco is famous for in the culinary world, notably the Dungeness Crabs, sourdough...more