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A Visit to Muckross House and Killarney National Park, Ireland

January 29, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

My first trip to Ireland was somewhat of a blur. I stayed in Dublin recalling that most of my time was spent hanging out in pubs and drinking - because that is what one does when visiting this city! However, my most recent trip to Ireland was a bit was not about 'drinking' tourism, rather more about heritage and exploration away from the bigger cities. My travel buddy and I landed in Cork (the southern part of Ireland); we were immediately … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Animal Rescue, Biosphere, Britain, California, Drinking, Frankfurt, Germany, Hiking, History, Ireland, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Walking tour, Waterfall

Birdwatching in Lithuania: Witness the Autumnal Migration Phenomenon

November 10, 2020 by Dave2 Comments

With the annual autumnal bird migration gaining momentum, a Lithuanian ornithologist suggests three locations to turn the eyes to the skies and watch millions of different birds wing their way to the South. October 12, 2020, Lithuania. The annual autumnal bird migration, one of the most spectacular phenomena in the natural world, is back. Each fall, millions of birds leave their breeding grounds in the Northern Hemisphere to winter in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Africa, Animal Rescue, Asia, Biosphere, Europe, Museum, National Park, Paradise, Russia, Sand, Venice, Village, Wildlife

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

The Perfect Chalet Getaway

December 22, 2018 by Pete G1 Comment

Whether you're planning for a holiday getaway for the whole family or a romantic weekend with that special someone, there are always places that inspire your choice. Of late Chalets have become the newest craze and people are going hype trying to book one for their next holiday. So if you have been saving for long and is yet to decide which place is worth your money, here is a list of some of the perfect chalet getaways you should … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Biosphere, Canada, France, Hiking, Romantic, Ski Trip, Spa, Wine Tasting

Soneva Fushi Launches World’s First 3D Astronomy Resort Program in the Maldives

March 20, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Leading luxury eco-resort becomes world's first to introduce state-of-the-art stargazing technology for guests New York - Soneva, the world-leading luxury resort operator, is the first in the world to bring the 3D astronomy experience to its guests, with the introduction of a brand-new Meade telescope at the Observatory at Soneva Fushi, its flagship resort in the Baa Atoll of the Maldives. Now, the resident astronomers at Soneva Fushi will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, Australia, Beach, Biosphere, Chocolate, Cruising, Desert, Fashion, History, Ice Cream, Maldives, New York City, Resort, Technology, Thailand, Wildlife

Expedition Cruise Specialist Expands Program to Include New Trip to Chilean Fjords

March 10, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Vancouver – Following the announcement that One Ocean Expeditions (OOE) will be celebrating its 10th anniversary year with the addition of RCGS Resolute to its fleet in November 2018, the expedition cruise specialist has also revealed that it will be expanding its cruise program in 2019 to include several new itineraries in Chile. The first voyage of this new programme, which will also be the inaugural non-polar expedition on board RCGS … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Antarctica, Argentina, Biosphere, Canada, Chile, Cruising, Glacier, National Park, Norway, South America, Vancouver, Whales, Wildlife

Happy Birthday Montreal, 375 Years Young!

June 1, 2017 by DaveLeave a Comment

THE BIG 375 The candles are lit, the streamers are ready – Montréal is officially turning 375 this month. And boy, are we putting on a show! We’re lighting up Jacques-Cartier Bridge, inviting Giants over, celebrating history with Cité Mémoire and the St. Lawrence River with AVUDO, and praising the powers that be with AURA at Notre-Dame Basilica. Won’t you come see? THE STREETS COME ALIVE From July 6 to 30, 2017, Montréal’s already animated … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, Biosphere, Bridges, Canada, Fashion, History, Montreal, Museum, North America, Quebec, Walking tour

Greetings from the Jordanian Desert

September 2, 2016 by Dave7 Comments

This was part of an epic mid summer trek from Dana Biosphere Reserve to Petra - via Little Petra. RUNNING OUT OF WATER In temperatures approaching 40 degrees (104 degrees Fahrenheit) - perhaps higher in the shadeless rock strewn environment, we started day one of our trek under the searing heat of the mid day sun (to be sure, not the wisest move). After an hour of our estimated 6-hour trek I had already consumed 1/2 of my water allotment. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Africa, America, Art, Asia, Australia, Biosphere, Desert, Drinking, Europe, Farming, Hiking, History, Jordan, Massage, Mountain Climbing, South America, Trekking

Puerto Rico: The Real Fountain of Youth?

June 5, 2014 by Richard Bangs2 Comments

When Christopher Columbus made landfall in Puerto Rico during his second trans-Atlantic voyage, in 1493, a young Spanish nobleman, Ponce de León, some scholars believe, was on board. Rumors of hefty quantities of gold brought Ponce de Leon back, in 1508, where he found an islet with an excellent harbor he named Puerto Rico, or Rich Port. This would become the name of the island, while the town was renamed San Juan. He didn’t find gold, but was … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Airline, Airport, America, Architecture, Art, Beach, Bicycle, Biosphere, Bridges, California, Caribbean, Caves, Coffee, Desert, Drinking, Ethiopia, Food and Wine, Golf, Harvest, Helicopter

Linger Longer at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park

June 22, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

Hawai'i, the Big Island (June 22, 2011) -You know what breaks our heart? Hearing about visitors to Hawai'i Island who are staying in Kona, and who drive two or three hours over to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, then drive around the park for a couple of hours, dashing through the visitors center, taking a snapshot of the steaming summit crater, maybe a quick walk through Nāhuku Lava Tube, then off they go again all the way back to Kona. This … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airport, Animal Rescue, Biosphere, Culture, Desert, Hawaii, History, Los Angeles, Mountain Climbing, Museum, National Park, Natural History, Paradise, San Francisco, Ski Trip, Village, Volcano, Walking tour, Wildlife

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