So I arrived in Dubai during the winter when it was cooler, around 20-25 C. I haven't been there for hot summer yet. People usually say that summer is a time to stay inside, with temperatures reaching 50C! However, there is basically air conditioning everywhere. One thing that surprised me the most about the climate was the sandstorms, Be careful when the wind picks up and sand blows around the streets and the sky.One of the first things you'll...more
With more and more people heading to the various music festivals over the year, Spain is slowly creeping up the list as the best destination for annual festivals. With a wide range of events catering for every type of music fan, a holiday to Spain is a lot more than sand and sun! The Benicassim festival started in 1995 and takes place every summer on the Mediterranean coast. Spanning four days, Benicassim is a mix between a festival and a summer...more
No matter what your wishes are for a vacation destination the Sunshine Coast is sure to please you. There are many activities available, something for everyone, here are just some of the things available in this paradise. The waters are so blue and clear with many sea creatures so scuba diving is always available and fun. Playing golf is year round here with some beautiful courses available.Tasty fine dining abounds in this region, there are many fabulous chefs and they have access to fresh, quality ingredients year round to make delectable dishes. These fine dining establishments also are surrounded by vineyards and wineries so they have some great wines to go along with their dishes. Shopping is everywhere in every imaginable shape and size from road side markets to standard stores to high end boutiques, you'll find something to satisfy you.For the active folks there are many trails to be hiked and bushwalked out in the natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast. Many National Parks are located in this region so it's easy to find somewhere to go hiking. The sightseeing here is amazing, all of your senses will be touched with the waterfalls, jagged cliffs, tropical rainforests and...more
If you're like me, this time of year you start seeing articles on how to have a stress-free holiday, create meaningful holiday traditions, nurture yourself during the holidays, and so on. You start thinking about how to get things done ahead of time, how to juggle all the events and parties, and how to be better at everything. And if you're like...more
Decorating the Christmas tree is a tradition that most people enjoy and look forward to year after year. However, if you've been using the same old tired decorations for the last decade, it may be time to freshen things up and try something new. If you're looking for some new Christmas tree decorating ideas, we've got five unique themes that are...more
Planning a trip to or from London soon for the first time? Well, countless people fret at the thought of landing in one of the largest Airports like Heathrow alone for the first time. The same thing happens when moving away from the city via the same airport if one has not traveled out of the UK before. Whether the intention is traveling to or away from the cities, the easiest way to avoid confusion is paying a Heathrow taxi driver as longs as they seem trustworthy.Heathrow Airport is one of world's largest destinations used by legendary airlines like British Airways and millions of individuals or groups of travelers to various places around the world every year. In that case, getting confused or even lost is the easiest thing that can happen to many people intending to travel soon. Even as there are other ways to connect to any UK city or back to the airport such as by train, Heathrow taxis remain the closest and easily identifiable means of solving that confusion.They operate seven days a week and twenty-four hours each day making them the most flexible choices for everyone that is familiar with the airport or not. Of course each of the cars or buses are hired at costs that keep...more
Traveling to Australia with children may not be your first inclination for a family vacation destination, but it's a very family friendly place. And the Queensland area is providing very competitive pricing even during this rough economic time.The...more
Adelaide is definitely one of the must see cities when visiting Australia. The warm and sunny climate of the city is sure to bring in many tourists. But there is plenty more to Adelaide than just the clear skies. The city offers many attractions that...more
Planning an Australian vacation can be actually as exciting as the trip itself. After, you need to fit in as much things to do in one or two weeks. And in the case of Australia, the country has so much to offer that it can be quite difficult in...more
So, you're toying with the idea of heading out into the great outdoors? Or, perhaps you've just bought an amazing off road caravan that you simply cannot wait to use? Well, if you've never spent much time camping and cooking then I can assure you...more
In the old days, the only way to travel from the U.K. to France was by airplane or boat. Those with fragile constitutions were doomed, especially given the typically rough waters of the English Channel. The construction of the Channel Tunnel, with...more
Have you heard the following saying? There are frequent flyer programs and there is a Southwest Rapid Rewards program. So, how this can affect your ability to travel? How you can earn your cheapest flight ever and how to afford to...more