The weather is usually wonderful, and there are countless of activities to do for everyone. To ensure that you have a great traveling experience in Brazil pay heed to the following advice:Make sure that you are vaccinated against Yellow Fever. If you have not been vaccinated, you will not be allowed to enter the country.Don't carry loads of cash around with you. Take only what you need for the day, and keep it safe in your money belt.Wear...more
How many times do you book something that looks fun when you first saw it but was not at all what you read? This is something that happens all to often to those in charge of booking holidays. So when you decide to plan your next family trip make sure you read up a bit more about the area you are going to. For example, why not check out Florida? Do you want a taste of what you can look forward to on your Florida holidays?Do you love the water? Not...more
As one of Brazil’s wealthiest, most continuously developed and most attractive regions, Fortaleza is quickly advancing as one of the country’s most attractive regions.If you are just beginning to consider a Brazil property investment, you’re probably wondering why so many people and specialist overseas property investment agencies are highlighting the benefits of a property purchase in this Northeast Brazilian city. Well, there are a number of positive factors, including a strong economy and booming tourist industry. The government in Brazil have recognised Fortaleza’s excellent potential and have invested large amounts of funds back into the state of Ceará, of which Fortaleza is the capital city. Fortaleza is favored by locals to be more exciting and exotic than other popular cities like Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, Fortaleza is a hotspot holiday location of a growing number of Brazilians as well as a secure prospect, especially for investors that are eager to make good financial returns.Brazil’s StrongEconomyFinancial and economic analysis consider Brazil to be one of the top five economies in the world by 2050, Brazil already...more
When planning a Central or South America vacation, one of the many things to consider is what form of currency to bring, especially for journeys that will involve multiple destinations. However as the following article, written by a Central and South America travel expert, explains, managing your money while away is easy if given a little...more
Traveling with youngsters is an immensely rewarding experience and is the best way to open your child's eyes to some of the wonders that the world has to offer. A Peru vacation with your children could be the most memorable trip that you take with your young family and this guide, written by a local Peru travel expert, offers some advice and tips...more
La Rochelle in France's Charente-Maritime provinceis an ideal holiday destination on its own or can serve as a quick detour during a trip to Paris. The city has many Christian tourist sites so for religiously inclined people or scholars wanting to study Christianity-influenced architecture, La Rochelle is definitely one of the places to be.The surroundings of the town are typically Romanesque, while the Town Hall approached by several scenic and tree-lined routes is a beautiful example of Renaissance architecture. The town is peppered with towers and monuments most notable among which are the Tour Saint-Nicholas, Tour de la Chaine, and Tour de la Lanterne - three towers that were erected to serve as guard towers to the harbour.These towers fall within "Vieux Port", or Old Port - fittingly named, as it is the oldest part of the town of La Rochelle. Old Port's streets are narrow and the buildings are made of pale stone which brings out the Mediterranean influences on the area. While travelling in Old Port keep an eye open for the several clocks and timepieces that are hundreds of years old, but impeccably maintained - a living, working reminder of a past that is still fresh and alive...more
In the press this week it was revealed that for the first quarter, the number of trips abroad that have been booked has fallen again, no big surprise. With the big firms reported ten to fifteen per cent drops in customer bookings.Holiday companies...more
Beaufort, South Carolina, is a beautiful place full of southern charm. It is a town that shouldn't be missed during your vacation to Hilton Head. One afternoon during your stay on the island, pack up the family and make some memories on the...more
There are many reasons to plan a Hilton Head vacation. Not only are there many resorts and golf courses, there is also plenty of nature to explore. Many visitors to Hilton Head are those that return year after year for a fantastic beach...more
If you are thinking about an ideal trip this coming holidays, Cape Town would be the ideal place to visit. Being one of the greatest cities in the world, it has all the facilities that you expect from a top class metropolis. Along with the advantages...more
The decision to purchase a holiday home in South Africa for personal enjoyment and investment was covered extensively from a purely investment viewpoint in my last article. If you missed it and would like a copy, please contract info@staysa.co.za and...more
It wasn't that long ago that an airport was actually quite a nice place, perhaps even a nice experience with the anticipation of either returning to ones home after a day or two of meetings or business, or perhaps heading for a holiday destination....more