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Day Trip: Ten Hours In Austin, TX

September 22, 2018 by Steve TaylorLeave a Comment

It was 12:15 pm when my plane touched down at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.  A jet-lagged stranger in a strange place, I wondered what Austin, TX might have in store for me.  The answer, I soon found out, was a lot.  With an urge to obtain some aerial photos of the city, I searched for parks in and around the downtown area and drove my rental car to Zilker Metropolitan Park.  A simple park, with an open field, Zilker would do just fine … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Airport, Beer, Bridges, Coffee, Colorado, Culture, Drinking, Food and Wine, Internet, Music, Scuba Diving, Shopping Mall, Texas, Traffic, Walking tour, Wildlife

Putting Together the Perfect Travel Wardrobe

September 21, 2018 by Suzanne ELeave a Comment

Most people love to travel, but, hate to pack. For some reason, no matter how often you do it, packing is a pain. But, it need not be that way. You just need to follow the tips we have put together for you, below. Shop well in advance The last thing you need is to be running around at the last minute trying to find essential items of clothing. Shopping online makes it super easy for you to buy what you need without spending ages doing so. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Backpacking, Journey, Shopping Mall, Walking tour

Carson Valley, Nevada – An End Of Summer Destination That’s Easy to Find But Hard to Forget

September 20, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

CARSON VALLEY – Carson Valley, Nevada, is an ideal spur-of-the-moment and budget-friendly destination for a late summer weekend. Carson Valley is conveniently located 45 minutes south of Reno and an easy drive from San Francisco. Southern California residents can also plan impromptu getaways with a scenic road trip north on Highway 395. Carson Valley is a pocket of Nevada that's easy to find, but hard to forget. Experiences and adventure … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airport, Bicycle, California, Culture, Desert, Fashion, Hiking, Lake Tahoe, Nevada, Road Trip, San Francisco, Sierra Nevada, Spa, Walking tour, Wildlife

Tips for a Romantic Getaway in Austin, Texas

September 19, 2018 by Dave LLeave a Comment

Austin is, undoubtedly, for lovers. We boast awe-inspiring natural wonders, great food, and culture to spare. Whether you’re still in the honeymoon stage with your special somebody or you’re celebrating fifty years together and still get butterflies, you can count on Austin to provide you with all the magic of a true romantic escape from reality. Tell Your Partner to Take a Hike Lace up your hiking boots and pack a picnic dinner and a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Culture, Dancing, Fashion, Film, Food and Wine, Hiking, Honeymoon, Massage, Mountain Climbing, Music, Romantic, Saloon, Spa, Tango, Texas, Wine Tasting

Luxury dream holiday to Mallorca with Marriott Hotels

September 17, 2018 by Marinus NLeave a Comment

Mallorca remains at the top of the best destinations in the Mediterranean and with a stay in a luxury Hotel, you have everything you need for a dream holiday. Even better, when you rent directly from Marriott Vacation Club owners, you can save up to 30%. So, a great holiday, in a great hotel, in a great location, for a great price. Marriot Vacation Club in Mallorca When you choose Mallorca as your Marriott destination, your hotel will be the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Asia, Beach, Caribbean, Culture, Europe, Food and Wine, Golf, History, Mallorca, Mediterranean, Resort, Spa, Spain, Sports

James Asquith, Youngest to Visit all 196

September 17, 2018 by Dave2 Comments

An accomplishment certainly worth highlighting - world traveler, James Asquith remarkably completed visiting all 196 UN recognized countries by the time he was just 24. An even more remarkable was he started this epic and ultimate road trip when he was just 18. Recently we had a chance to ask him a few questions about his time on the road (he no longer has a permanent home) and he recently built and launched an app that has introduced an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Africa, Art, Asia, Brazil, Britain, Culture, Denmark, Egypt, England, Istanbul, Journey, London, Motorbike, Road Trip, South Pacific, Sports, Vietnam, Visa, Volunteer

A Drive through the Avenue of the Giants

September 17, 2018 by Abdul Rastagar1 Comment

Few trees are as magnificent as the California coast redwoods - living behemoths whose size and height seem to make a mockery of other trees nearby. And while there are a handful of scattered locations around the state to see them, my absolute favorite place is the "Avenue of the Giants," an incredible 27 km (17 mile) drive through northern California's ancient redwood forest. The road is lined by some of the largest trees in the world. It … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: California, Redwoods, San Francisco, Walking tour, Wildlife

Oakland California Celebrates Local Spirits Heritage & Community in First Ever Cocktail Week, Sept: 15-23, 2018

September 15, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Thousands of cocktail enthusiasts join local bars, restaurants and distilleries in celebrating the Town's unique cocktail culture past and present. OAKLAND, CA— Oakland will host the first ever Oakland Cocktail Week September 15-23, 2018 in celebration of the city's unique cocktail heritage as well as local spirits small businesses and employees. Participating bars and restaurants from Oakland, Alameda and Emeryville are challenged with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, California, Coffee, Culture, Drinking, Food and Wine, Oakland, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Wine Tasting

Discover Your Dream Vacation in Europe – Vacation Club Rentals Resales

September 13, 2018 by Marinus NLeave a Comment

Working with reliable tour operators when planning your trip can offer you numerous benefits. Whether you are looking to travel for business or leisure, you will want to make the most of your trip. To enjoy your dream vacation and create lifetime memories, you will have to select the best accommodation facilities and familiarise yourself with the top attractions in your chosen destination. At Rentals Resales, we help you enjoy your dream vacation … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Beach, Culinary travel, Europe, Internet, Mallorca, Resort, Shopping Mall, Spa

10 Days of Greece Holidays – 1Girl, 1Guy, 1Crazy Adventure

September 11, 2018 by Savvy Fernweh2 Comments

Recently I visited Greece for a 10 day holiday. Before planning our travels, I had some questions: - What are the best islands to visit in Greece? - Where to stay? - What to do? We had only 10 days and wanted this to be a dream trip. So we carefully chose to visit Santorini island, Mykonos island and Vikos Gorge in Zagoria. Although we had multiple flights through Athens, we did not really explore the city. Here are our favorite places … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Architecture, Beach, Bridges, Bus Travel, Chennai, Dancing, Fishing, Flowers, Food and Wine, Greece, Hot springs, India, Istanbul, Mountain Climbing, Music, Nightlife, Paradise, Photography, Restaurants

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