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An Oasis in Death Valley is Restored Beyond Its Original Grandeur

April 21, 2018 by Steve Mirsky2 Comments

When exploring the vast open spaces of the Western United States, millions of travelers visit iconic National Parks like the Grand Canyon or Yosemite. For the uninitiated, Death Valley National Park may appear to simply be a wasteland with record breaking temperatures famous for frying eggs on blacktop. But dig deeper and you have one of the country’s largest National Parks with extremely comfortable daytime winter and early spring temperatures … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, California, Canyon, Death Valley, Desert, Drinking, Film, Golf, Grand Canyon, Hollywood, Ice Cream, Lodge, Massage, Museum, National Park, Palm Trees, Resort, Saloon, Sand, Spain

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

Best Places to Visit in Dubai and UAE While Travelling

March 9, 2018 by Alex Brian2 Comments

For globetrotting enthusiasts, United Arab Emirates is perhaps the current trending hotspot for jet setting tourists with Dubai leading the way. The Arabs have brilliantly transformed this barren desert into a work of art showcased by the mesmerizing sky-scrapers and stunning malls. For people who love city life, UAE, and Dubai, in particular, are bucket-list destinations. And part of the attraction is the weather - with warm temperatures and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Aquarium, Architecture, Art, Beach, China, Culture, Desert, Drinking, Dubai, Egypt, Fashion, Festival, Fireworks, Garden, Hiking, History, Hollywood, India, Markets

Visit Dubai For The Ultimate Family Vacation

February 27, 2018 by Derrick MLeave a Comment

The Great Pyramid of Giza was the tallest structure in the world four millennia, then the London Cathedral claimed that honor; now, the Burj Khalifa, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has surpassed all the skyscrapers in the world and the Middle East once again boasts the world's tallest building. Rising to a height of 2,723 feet, the Burj Khalifa has 164 floors. It's one of the first things you notice when you step off the plane at the airport … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Aquarium, Architecture, Culinary travel, Desert, Dubai, Golf, London, Restaurants, Scuba Diving, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip, Sports, Tallest Building, Zoo

Visiting Las Vegas? Our Top Three Non Casino Attractions!

February 22, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Las Vegas has long been known for its gambling, super casinos and nightlife - the vibe of this fun city revolves around these and attracts people from around the world seeking it's entertainment offerings. All these of course warrant it's reputation as one of the world's great entertainment capitals but if one digs a bit deeper one finds a number of equally intriguing attractions. Visitor's are often pleasantly surprised at the reasonable … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, America, Arizona, Canyon, Casino, Desert, Hiking, Nevada, Nightlife, Ski Trip, South Carolina, Walking tour

Dreaming of My Own Private Island in Aruba

February 7, 2018 by Allison TibaldiLeave a Comment

Aruba is a Caribbean gem. The white sand beaches and crystal-clear blue water make it a legitimate standout. If you thought the Caribbean was all lush tropical foliage, you’re in for a surprise when you see Aruba’s desert landscape. Aruba is arid, but it’s loaded with stunning floral eye candy. Its famed Divi Divi trees act like a natural compass, dipping graciously in a southwesterly direction, given a push by Aruba’s steady trade winds. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Beach, Beer, Bicycle, Caribbean, Casino, Culture, Desert, Food and Wine, Massage, Palm Trees, Resort, Sand, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Spa, Spain, Taxi

Visit California’s National Parks and Monuments From Your Couch As KCET Presents 7-Hour Presidents’ Day Huell Howser Marathon

February 1, 2018 by Dave2 Comments

Burbank, Calif. – KCET, the nation's largest independent public television station, announced today that on Mon., Feb. 19, beloved KCET host Huell Howser will return with a special "National Parks and Monuments" Presidents' Day Marathon highlighting the best of Huell Howser's CALIFORNIA'S GOLD and VISITING WITH HUELL HOWSER. The marathon will follow Howser up and down the California coast visiting popular locations such as Nixon's birthplace, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, California, Culture, Desert, Garden, Glacier, History, Interview, Monterey, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Nevada, North America, Palm Springs, Restaurants, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Sierra Nevada, Trekking

The Moroccan Sahara. A Sunset Camel Ride in Erg Chebbi.

January 14, 2018 by Pete Martin2 Comments

It has been a long day, yet one that has been extremely enjoyable. Two days in a car would not have been a preferred choice after my disastrous week of cycling in the Atlas Mountains but Mousa, my guide, has made the right calls with stops for both the sights on the way and for breaks, as well as sensing when to chat and when to leave me to doze. The further we drive - the further into the desert we go - the better the scenery. We are roughly … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa · Tagged: Arabic, Atlas Mountains, Desert, Dessert, Drinking, Fashion, Food and Wine, Journey, Mountain Climbing, Music, Sand, Train Travel, Village, Wildlife

Isn’t it Iranic?

December 11, 2017 by Richard BangsLeave a Comment

The taproot of the tree of civilization, Iran. While the USA is an entity less than a quarter a millennium young, Iran’s recorded history bows back 5000 years. At its height, about 500 B.C., Persia controlled more than 2.9 million square miles of land spanning three continents, east into India, south to Egypt, westward to Greece. It reigned over roughly 44% of the world’s population, making it the largest world power ever by population … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Airport, America, Animal Rescue, Architecture, Art, Bakeries, Beer, Bus Travel, Culture, Desert, Drinking, Egypt, Film, Food and Wine, Garden, Greece, Hiking, History, India, Iraq

Top Trekking destinations in Tibet and Nepal

November 29, 2017 by Stephanie L1 Comment

To some, the physical terrain is one of the deciding factors that people consider at the time of embarking on a trip. And trekking is one of the things that can excite anyone who wants to explore new things, new place and new environment. If you are planning your Tibet Tour or Nepal Tour, you can’t afford to miss the following article. Why one should never miss treks in Tibet and Nepal? Well, Tibet and Nepal are the capitals of the adventure … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Canyon, Culture, Desert, Everest, Hot springs, Journey, Mountain Climbing, Nepal, Paradise, Trekking, Visa

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