Travel, Leisure and Recreation

With the amount of freak weather the world has been experiencing lately, you have to give more credence to the idea of global warming. The evidence has been mounting for years, and there now seems to be a general initiative from many countries to cut emissions, reduce energy and invest in alternative sources. This has filtered down to the average person in the street, with recycling levels rising along with use of renewable energy sources like solar power. So why [...]

Most weekend breaks usually consist of sightseeing, shopping and trying out the local food, but why not try something different and spend a few days discovering the paranormal goings on that occur in some of the most popular cities in the UK? Indeed, going on a ghost excursion in Bath will certainly be an entertaining experience. Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night Ghost Walks of Bath will take you on a guided trip throughout the city, with a professionally-trained actor [...]

“The whole world is a marketplace for love…” –Farid ud Din Attar, Sufi poet, 12th c. The fact that Farid ud Din Attar was a Arab Muslim brings new significance to this saying. For anyone who has been to Morocco, you know that love can be tough. I once witnessed a conversation in Arabic between two friends that I thought would lead to blows. They shouted and cursed. Then they embraced and parted ways with friendly smiles. “The whole world [...]

Almost every travel destination has an off season, a time when visitors are fewer and prices are lower. With a few tips, you can travel to your dream location at a discounted price. 1. Identify the seasons The first step to planning a trip is deciding when and where to go. Once your location is chosen, search rates online and call up any tourist information centers to determine when the seasons are for your destination. There are likely three seasons: [...]

One of the best parts of traveling is getting to stay at an awesome hotel, and the first thing you notice when you walk in is the lavish lobby. We have put together some of the best hotel lobbies around the world. From Ritz Carlton to The Burj Al Arab, these hotels alone are an experience worth traveling for. 1. The Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya (South of Cancun) Credit The hotel is on 36 acres and offers 128 guest rooms [...]

Indonesia, a flamboyant yet picturesque diamond of the South Pacific, blends a contemporary atmosphere filled with excitement and fun with the gentle comfort of traditional culture. When you take your vacation in this land of variety and rich history, you won’t return home regretting your stay—only that you had to leave. Indonesia is the fifth most-populated country in the world, but consider that a boon: There is always something to see, do or enjoy! The roughly 190 million residents speak [...]

Paris, the capital of France, has a lot of attractive land marks. Along with London and Rome, Paris attracts millions of people each year to visit these sites and landmarks. The following are some of the main ones. The Eiffel Tower The Eiffel tower was originally built as a monument to represent the world fair that took place in Paris in 1899. Before the fair, the government of France floated a competition to anyone one who would come forward with [...]

Poland’s second largest city boasts a unique history in a tranquil and idyllic location. Krakow sits on the Vistula River in a large meandering valley right on the doorstep of the Carpathian Mountains. This setting makes it perfect for all city lovers who like to feel a little nature close at hand. At the top of everyone’s agendas is the old town and main square which form Krakow’s cultural and historical centre. The area used to be surrounded by a [...]

The Pantheon in Rome is considered one of the greatest architectural wonders of all time. It was constructed from 118 to 126, but sadly the architect is unknown. This amazing creation was constructed as a great spiritual building. Initially, the ornamental porch was facing a rectangular colonnaded temple courtyard. The structure now faces the Piazza della Rotonda and massive bronze doors are used to enter the enormous circular room. The word Pantheon in Greek means “to honor all Gods.” Augustus [...]

The Highland Lakes in central Texas are a great place to explore and enjoy the outdoors. This area is split into six separate lakes. One of the most beautiful is Lake LBJ named for President Lyndon Baines Johnson. Lake LBJ has a vast variety of activities for families with children or for couples. Horseshoe Bay is a resort city located on this lake and offers something for everyone. It has three of the best golf courses in the country, tennis [...]