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Celebrate Virginia Oyster Month With Virginia Beach’s Famous Lynnhaven Oysters

October 30, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

Virginia Beach, Va. – October 29, 2020 – While many associate November with turkey, in Virginia it’s oyster month. Virginia Beach is a particularly special place to celebrate because of its geographic location; sitting at the meeting point of the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean, the destination’s waterways are a magnet for dozens of species of fish and shellfish and home to the world renowned Lynnhaven oysters. Lynnhaven oysters are a local … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Beach, Beer, Drinking, Fishing, Food and Wine, History, Oyster, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Virginia, Wine Tasting

10 Top Reasons to Visit Vietnam

July 27, 2020 by Rituparna2 Comments

Ranging from leisurely to adventurous travellers, Vietnam has something in store for everyone. This country can be visited throughout the year. People with different tastes, preferences and age group can enjoy Vietnam. I travelled to this beautiful country back in 2017 with my husband and 6 year old daughter. From my experience here are the 10 top reasons to visit Vietnam. 1. Stunning natural beauty Vietnam is one of the most beautiful places … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Art, Asia, Beach, Biosphere, Caves, Coffee, Cruising, Culinary travel, Culture, Food and Wine, Hiking, History, Journey, Oyster, River Rafting, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Surfing, Vietnam

Underwater Exploration Institute, Bermuda – March 2020

March 1, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

Underwater Exploration Institute is one of the must visit attractions on the island; their focus is on education and appreciation of the under water world which surrounds Bermuda. The diversity of sea life contained off Bermuda’s shores is remarkable. Bermuda exists because of an old volcano – the land on the island is a limestone cap covering the original lava from the volcano. The drop off is precipitous around the island – down several miles … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Bermuda, Oyster, Scuba Diving, Sydney, Volcano

Visit Galway to see Ireland at its best

February 27, 2019 by Peter LaytonLeave a Comment

Galway offers one of the most diverse visitor experiences in Ireland, with a plethora of different attractions to choose from around the city. Its contemporary nature has seen the city chosen as the European Capital of Culture in 2020, with its mix of sport, festivals, history and more appealing to travellers of all ages. Read on to find our why Galway is one of the best places to visit in Ireland. Galway is the home of festivals Galway … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Christmas, Culture, Europe, Festival, Film, Food and Wine, History, Ireland, Museum, Music, Oyster, Scuba Diving, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Sports, Wildlife

Ways to Earn While Travelling

August 25, 2018 by Brian Jenkins1 Comment

Travelling is one of the single most enjoyable pastimes shared by people today. With the emergence of budget airlines as well as the effects of a competitive market, travelling to new, exotic places is within reach for a lot more people than before. However, the costs can still stack up, and sometimes a budget holiday to a cheap destination can get old if that’s all you can afford. The solution to this common problem is actually a rather simple … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Art, Internet, Oyster, Traffic, Travel Blogging, Wildlife

The Top 10 Reasons I Love Taipei

June 18, 2017 by Kaila Yu7 Comments

Taipei City is the capital city of Taiwan, a state in East Asia bounded by China, Japan and the Philippines. It is the political, economic, educational and cultural centre of Taiwan (or more correctly The Republic of China), a modern metropolis with a thriving economy and a vibrant tourism industry. People who flock to Taipei are there for the street food, the night markets, the historical artifacts, the hot springs and its many upscale shops. If … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Art, Asia, China, Culture, Festival, Food and Wine, Garden, Hiking, History, Hot springs, Japan, Los Angeles, Markets, Mountain Climbing, Museum, National Park, Oyster, Philippines, Seafood, Shopping Mall

Escape Winter: Budget-Friendly Ocean Fishing in Puerto Penasco

March 24, 2017 by Karrie M. RockwellLeave a Comment

Fin Whale Skeleton Puerto Penasco Mexico

Do you find yourself staring out your office window at the snow and gray sky day-dreaming about fishing on the ocean in your flip-flips with a cold beer? Is your dream squashed when your bank account balance doesn’t support pricey winter fishing hot spots like San Diego and Florida? If so, I’ll fill you in on a little secret of mine. 210 miles south of Phoenix is a sleepy little fishing village on the Sea of Cortez called Puerto Penasco or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Arizona, Beach, Beer, Chile, Desert, Fishing, Florida, Mexico, Oyster, San Diego, Seafood, Travel Insurance, Village

MGM National Harbor—Local Flavors, International Appeal

February 2, 2017 by Tom BentleyLeave a Comment

  It may sound like a crock of balderdash to start out a review of a luxury resort with a statement about how happy the employees seem. Or that the property has transformed an area by emphasizing local hiring and local artists. But cross my heart, the service people weren’t smiling at Maryland’s MGM National Harbor resort because they were Westworld robots. And the place has such regional roots that the very clay from the property … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Beer, Casino, Celebrity, Chocolate, Dessert, Drinking, Ethiopia, Food and Wine, France, Garden, Honeymoon, Maryland, Massage, Mexico, New York City, Oyster, Photography, Resort

7 Hidden Treasures of Napa Valley

September 17, 2016 by Kevin NelsonLeave a Comment

Despite being one of America’s best-known tourist (and wine drinking) destinations, Napa Valley still offers plenty of discoveries and surprises for travelers. These surprises are everywhere you go and pop up when you least expect it, like finding a Pokemon Go character you did not anticipate seeing. Here are seven hidden treasures of Napa Valley, which you may wish to seek out the next time you go there: The Benny Bufano statues at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Architecture, Art, Bridges, Bus Travel, California, Drinking, Flowers, Food and Wine, Garden, Museum, Napa Valley, Oyster, Resort, Restaurants, San Francisco, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Sonoma, Spain

Guide to Houston, Texas

June 10, 2016 by Allison Tibaldi1 Comment

Houston combines Texas authenticity with artistic flair. If you like cowboy boots and rodeo with your cutting-edge art scene, mosey on over. In addition to world-class museums, innovative visual experiences should please even self-proclaimed museum haters. The culinary panorama is in the spotlight, with over 10,000 restaurants to tickle your palate. From inexpensive neighborhood spots to chef-driven eateries drawing big spenders, you’ll never go … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Aquarium, Art, Beer, Bicycle, Culinary travel, Culture, Food and Wine, Garden, Houston, Kentucky, Museum, New Orleans, Ohio, Oyster, Restaurants, Rome, Spa, Texas, Walking tour

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