An inspiration to poets, and a hideout for the rich, Hangzhou is China’s natural gem. From staying in a palatial villa to biking around the gorgeous West Lake, I had a lot of fun in the city. It’s not really the best place for young people to hang out (its serenity [...]
If you plan to travel from the United States to Canada, you should know that the unusually high price of the Canadian dollar could affect your budget and force you to sacrifice comfort over money. However, there are heavily discounted first-class airline tickets available for over 100,000 US and Canada flights. While most people have [...]
Posted in General on July 5th, 2007 No Comments »
Buying Airline tickets can be expensive, even when flying domestically, but it doesn’t have to be. Tickets prices can sometimes be unpredictable but there are a few tricks to make sure you don’t overpay. The first tip is to buy the ticket as early as possible. Sometimes, on an unpopular or half empty flight for [...]
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Dog sledding is spreading globally from its deep Alaskan roots. The Iditarod Sled Dog Race has come a long way since its creation by co-founder Dick Mackey over thirty years ago. While professional athletes travel the country for their respective sports, dog sled riders train arduously for an eight-day race that includes a hefty [...]
Posted in Air Travel, General on July 5th, 2007 No Comments »
Do you assume that there are secrets to how to get a cheap airline ticket that the airlines try to keep from you? Do you always feels nervous and slightly dizzy whenever you are about to click on the “Buy Now” button when purchasing your flight? Your skepticism and worries are [...]
Posted in General, Travel Tips on July 5th, 2007 No Comments »
Scottsdale, Arizona offers some of the country’s best resort spas. A peaceful hideaway from the fast paced city life, the intimacy of the desert-mountains scenery and understated elegance of the Sanctuary Spa at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain was hard for me to resist. With the lure of Paradise Valley and the tranquil Meditation Garden, the [...]
Posted in General, Travel Tips on July 5th, 2007 1 Comment »
Vacations these days can be very expensive, especially when traveling with your family. The best priced family vacations now come in packages. And, surprisingly, one of the most affordable vacations is Disney World. Once one of the most expensive and popular vacation spots for a family of four, it is now reasonable compared to [...]
Posted in General, Travel Tips on June 28th, 2007 No Comments »
Vacations bring the long awaited escape from everyday stress. To ensure a stress-free vacation, check off these before-you-go task to set your vacationing mind at peace:
1. Check batteries in smoke detectors
Replace the old batteries in all the smoke detectors and make sure that they are working properly. Also, turn off [...]
Seeking a destination to celebrate an anniversary, a honeymoon or even just a relaxing vacation? Finding an inexpensive destination without making any sacrifices can be difficult. Hawaii is among the more popular choices because of its beautiful beaches, tropical jungles and luxuries hotels. However there is another side of [...]
Posted in Culture, General on June 27th, 2007 No Comments »
The tropical rainforests of the Amazon and Africa are among the most beautiful natural creations in the world. Visiting these destinations, however, requires large sums of money. Fairchild Tropical Gardens in Miami offers a unique tropical experience with a rare collection of exotic plants on 83 acres. For a $20 dollar entrance fee, you can [...]