Brac (pronounced 'brach') Croatia is an easily accessible island (about 50 minute ferry ride from the city of Split on the mainland). A visit here is well worth a day trip...at minimum. For the adventurous, renting motorbikes is a must. The island has some beautiful beaches as well as more intimate private bays. Picturesque villages dot the shoreline around the island and small cut off roads often lead down to these villages or connect them below … [Read more...]
Kotor, Montenegro – June 2013
Kotor Montenegro is truly one of the gems of this small country. This picturesque charming town is located along Europe's southern most Fjord. Tall mountains rise from the salt water bay which on clear days is cobalt and deep blue. The entire old city itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and contains narrow stone walkways, boutique shops and outdoor seating at restaurants line the small courtyards. Homestays are quite popular here - one way you … [Read more...]
Szechenyi Baths and Pool, Budapest Hungary – May 2013
Budapest is known for its thermal waters and there are a number of baths in the city that you can choose from. One of the more accessible baths are the public Szechenyi Baths and Pool. This was the first public thermal baths to open on the "pest" side of Budapest - opening in 1881. There are a number of covered baths that range in temperature from painfully cold to reasonably hot. Several saunas set at various temperatures are also available. … [Read more...]
Luxor, Egypt – April 2013
A visit to Egypt is not complete without visiting the historical city of Luxor and the nearby temples and ruins. This is an overnight sleeper train ride or about a 1 hour flight from Cairo. The history here is mind boggling - choose from two main temples, the one within Luxor and Karnak (right next to the city and is the largest religious building of its kind in the world). In addition the Valley of the Kings is only about 25 minutes away from … [Read more...]
Roxy Resort & Spa, Maldives – March 2013
Roxy Resort Maldives (formerly Zitahli Resort) is a beautiful resort located on a small private island about a 50 minute seaplane ride from the capital city of Male. This luxurious and secluded getaway is the perfect respite for "escaping" the world for a while in the middle of aqua marine waters. A stay on this private island in the middle of the Maldives can make the rest of the world seem mundane, pedestrian in comparison. The staff is part of … [Read more...]
Panama Canal, Miraflores Locks – February 2013
The first ship passed through the Panama Canal in 1914, the USA transferred ownership to the Panamanians in 1999. Today the canal is being widened to accomodate larger ships on both the Atlantic and Pacific sides of the canal. The wider locks are set to be completed by 2014, appropriately the century mark after the canal opened. Miraflores locks on the Pacific side is located about 25 minutes outside of Panama City. This viewing platform and … [Read more...]
Balbaa Village, Alexandria Egypt – January 2013
Balbaa Village is located in Alexandria Egypt and is an authentic Egyptian meat and Barbeque Restaurant. They are located in the Sidi Bishr neighborhood at Malik Hefni St - Phone: +2.03.5400888. This is the original Balbaa Village and they can easily seat 300+ people when its busy. Upstairs and downstairs dining. The highlight of a visit here is their huge selection. As soon as you sit down a plethora of plates are immediately brought to your … [Read more...]
Schueberfouer Fun Fair, Luxembourg City – December 2012
The Schueberfouer Fun Fair is an annual event (or "Fouer" for short as the Luxembourgish say), held in Luxembourg City starting every August 23rd through early September. At first glance this might be just another carnival or fair, but delving into its history one quickly discovers that this fair has been held annually since the year 1340 - that's 670+ years in a row! For those who are used to going to carnivals and seeing people dressed in their … [Read more...]
Bruges, Belgium – November 2012
Bruges is charming old world European city that has a lot to offer for the visitor. First and foremost is the medieval architecture; the center of town was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 2000. Beautiful old buildings are at the heart of this city and if you visit in the summer you are sure to see colorful flowers dripping from the window sills of many of the buildings. In addition to being a visually appealing city Bruges offers a … [Read more...]
Secrets Resort, Wild Orchid – Jamaica – October 2012
This classy adults only resort is located in Montego Bay or as the locals say, "Mo Bay" and opened in early 2010. This is the type of resort that has strong appeal to couples, especially those deeply in love on honeymoons or those wanting romantic getaways. 350 luxury suites, and the all inclusive feel that this resort delivers is a vacation waiting for those who just want to be pampered. Choose from 8 restaurants, a number of bars, great … [Read more...]
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