In the summer of 2017, a new amusement park opened its doors in Foley, Alabama. OWA, pronounced like oh-wah, is located just 9 miles from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama. It is the only park of its kind in the state of Alabama and the Gulf Coast as well, since Hurricane Katrina destroyed Six Flags New Orleans in 2005. OWA is the perfect destination for family summer fun along Alabama's Gulf Coast. The name OWA was inspired from the … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2018
An Irish Road Trip: Exploring the West Coast of Ireland
The West Coast of Ireland is home to the Wild Atlantic Way, one of the longest defined coastal routes in the entire world. Stretching at over 2,500km (1,600 miles) in length, it follows the coast from the Inishowen Peninsula in the north all the way to County Cork in the south. We drove the route in March of this year, and it was one of the best road trips of our lives. It’s a breathtaking drive that takes you through many of the … [Read more...]
The 5 Perks Of Having a Condominium in Toronto
Buying a condominium in Toronto is a great investment. However, you need to do a thorough research about the developers and the surroundings. Since investing in a condominium is a huge and capital-intensive decision, you need to consider certain factors. To begin with, it is important to ensure that the condominium is in a good neighborhood where you will have access to all the facilities such as malls, hospitals etc. Transportation is also an … [Read more...]
Summer Essentials: 11 Things Every Girl Needs This Summer
It’s summertime!! The season when we rejoice the warmth of the sun, celebrate the waves, and go on a shopping spree collecting the best summer essentials. It is the time when beach waves go higher, the hair gets lighter, skin gets tanner, and the life is so much better. Summer brings us a well-deserved break to have lots of ice-creams, go on sudden picnics, have sun-kissed skin, adorn colorful swimsuits, put gorgeous shades on, and party … [Read more...]
Enjoying a Diversity of Experiences in Yangon, Myanmar
After landing at the modern airport in Yangon we quickly purchased a sim card with a local phone number. We were told that in the last few years the price of Internet and cell phones have dropped dramatically. One tour guide told us that in the last 10 years mobile phones have gone from costing more then $1000 to now being relatively affordable. Our taxi driver informed us that traffic in Yangon can be intense - horrific at times - traffic … [Read more...]
Home Brewing Tips and Tricks in Italy
Homebrewing is not for the faint of heart; however, once you learn the ropes, you'll find it just as relaxing as we do! While it may seem obvious that one of your first purchases will be a simple how-to book, it can be hard to know where to go after that. Books and guides are fantastic for getting your feet wet, but they simply can't teach you everything a seasoned expert knows. For beginners who are looking for a bit of help, we've developed a … [Read more...]
Today’s Best Western
Phoenix – With its fall 2017 debut, BW Signature Collection by Best Western was the newest addition to the rapidly growing Best Western Hotels & Resorts brand portfolio. Today, the soft brand is on the move, with the arrival of its first international location in Lake Lucerne, Switzerland. As part of the "Today's Best Western" campaign, which launched earlier this year, the company is this month going "Behind the Brands" with a closer look at BW … [Read more...]
The Mists of Time: Table Mountain to Myself
This morning from my balcony, way out in the bay I spot a container ship blazoned with the logo of the company I used for my trip across the Pacific Ocean a few years ago. It sparks some wonderful memories. Whilst the bus is here, our guide is not so my fellow cyclist and I wait around. It’s the story of my time here. I have decided not to do the four hour hike up Table Mountain. I originally did not want to walk it because of my knee pain but … [Read more...]
Top 3 Amsterdam Breweries for Beer Lovers
For hundreds of years, Amsterdam has been referred to as the place where you can embrace all your vices. This city is known for its narrow red light alleyways and coffee shops. The beer industry has taken this city by storm, and the people of Amsterdam really love their drinks. Their breweries are adding to the already lively nightlife. As people continue to visit Amsterdam for the Heineken Experience, this place has become a favourite for ale … [Read more...]
Best Summer Event Resorts in Colorado
Colorado’s mountain resorts aren’t just ultimate winter destinations. Colorado mountain resorts are also ultimate summer destinations. Blame the comfortable climate (mild temperatures, no humidity, and no pesky insects), adventurous activities and of course great events. A Colorado summer is loaded with things to do like camping, rafting, ziplining, thrilling attractions, off-roading, hiking, biking and on and on. But what really makes a Colorado … [Read more...]