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5 Travel Destinations for Book Lovers
Sometimes in life you’re onto a really good thing if you can successfully combine two of your favourite things. Think chocolate and peanut butter or the internet and cats. In this case it’s travel and books. These are the top 5 travel destinations for book lovers. The Hobbit Motel – New Zealand If you’re crazy about the Lord of the Rings then you don’t want to miss a chance to live like a Hobbit in your very own underground Hobbit cabin. Set on a working farm, the motel is made from a combination of natural and recycled materials. The underground Hobbit cabins are made from natural timbers and natural materials…
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Eight Things To Think About Before Booking A Helicopter Tour
You are on holiday surrounded by spectacular natural beauty and unique cultural and historic buildings. Much of this stunning scenery can lose its impact seen from the ground only, and some of it may be awkward and time consuming to reach overland. The solution to this suddenly comes to you, you could see so much more in a more time efficient way from the air. A helicopter tour seems to meet your needs. But, before you rush off and book one, here are some points you would be wise to consider. Is It Beyond Your Budget? Maybe not • Helicopter rides can cost a significant amount of money, and booking…
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Adding Personality to Your Travel Accessories
If you are backpacking around the globe, you will be stuck with the same clothing and accessories for a relatively long period of time. In addition to this, you will also be away from your loved ones and home comforts. So, although you will constantly be visiting different countries and racking up an extensive list of new experiences, the monotony of your travelling gear and being away from home will probably get you down from time to time. With that said, there are ways that you can help alleviate this issue to an extent. One such way is by personalizing your travel accessories. Read on for some inspiration with this…
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A Visit to Italy’s Best Kept Secret
Situated in the southeastern region of Italy, Puglia, also known as Apulia, is one of the best-known destinations in Italy. In many respects, Puglia makes for the perfect holiday spot. The splendid region boasts not only of a sublime climate, but is also home to beautiful villages and towns, stunning architecture, delicious food and impressive folklore and traditions. With more than 800 km of coastline, the region is well loved by people who have a fascination for life on the open sea. Whether you go to the Adriatic shores or the vast stretches of sandy beaches on the Ionian Sea, you will never have to look far to find a…
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5 COMMON TRAVEL INSURANCE QUESTIONS AND MISCONCEPTIONS ANSWERED
Travel insurance is a prerequisite to be bought before you start your trip, excluding the fact for how long you are traveling. Travel insurance is an emergency care when things unexpectedly go wrong. It depends on the policy you buy, whether it’s when your luggage is lost by the airline, or you fall from hiking, or you need to cancel or cut your trip short under some uncertain circumstances. It’s not to be confused with health insurance. Is travel insurance just health insurance? Travel insurance is much more than health insurance. Except a medical emergency, travel insurance covers you for trip cancellation, trip interruptions, and emergency transportation you may need…
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ENJOY A ROMANTIC CRUISE IN EUROPE WITH YOUR LOVED ONE
Going on a luxurious cruise with your loved one might just be one of the top most things in a traveler’s bucket list. Watching the sunset from the deck of a beautiful ship while cruising through the ocean can only be described as a surreal experience. However, the luxurious experience of a cruise ship comes with a hefty cost. Most of us cannot even dream to spend that much money for a fraction of our vacation plan. But now, you can book a romantic mini cruise from Cruise and Maritime Voyages which will fulfill your cruising dreams without breaking the bank. You can book from a range of one night…
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THINGS TO DO IN SAN FRANCISCO
Stretched across 7 miles, San Francisco is packed with activities that would please foodies, outdoorsy types and curious wanderers of all ages. Some of the San Francisco attractions include – the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Fisherman’s Wharf, the Ferry Building Marketplace, Twin Peaks, Golden Gate Park, and many more. Golden Gate Bridge The orange arches amidst the rocky seascape of the San Francisco Bay have made the Golden Gate Bridge the most popular San Francisco attraction. The name has been referred to the body of water it spans. It was built to travel between San Francisco and Marin Country. The best shot of the bridge can be seen from…
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THE MYSTERY BEHIND GREECE’S TEMPLES
Astronomers believe that Greek temples were built to align the occupied parts of Earth with the planets in the sky. It is a belief that the ancient Greeks were astute enough to build their holy venues and these represents something greater than us. A Spanish language teacher, Manolo Fernandez also believes that Greek temples were not placed randomly. If we look at the map of Greece, the temple of Poseidon in Sounion forms an isosceles triangle with the Hephaisteion in Athens and the temple of Aphaia Athena in Aegina. This is assured by Fernandez that the triangles reflect the movements of sun, moon or planets and stars with respect to…
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Historic and Famous Prisons
All through time jails have been utilized to detain an assortment of individuals from solidified hoodlums to the individuals who contradicted the current political administration. A couple of these jails have turned out to be notorious because of their renowned detainees, their savage treatment of detainees and here and there in light of the challenging getaway endeavors that some of their visitors concocted. A review of the historic and famous prisons on the planet. Historic and Famous Prisons Hanoi Hilton The Hoa Loa Prison, mockingly authored the Hanoi Hilton by American POWs, was initially worked by the French to house Vietnamese political detainees. The North Vietnamese Army…
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Work Hard. Play Hard. Choosing the Best Destination for a Fun Nightlife Vacation
While some like to go on vacation to get some rest and relaxation or to spend time with loved ones, there are some who plan trips as a way to get down and have a good time. If you love the idea of bar hopping, DJs, dancing, billiards, live entertainment, shows, and drinks, then planning a nightlife vacation might be just what you’re looking for. There are lots of locations where you can sleep all day and party all night, you just have to know where to look and what to look for. Where to Go Many cities in the US pride themselves on having a great nightlife scene. If…