The island nation of Palau is located about 500 miles east of Manilla in the Philippines and about a 2 hour flight from Guam. A number of airlines fly to Palau including United, Delta and China Air. There are numerous flights from Japan. Local car rental companies maintain offices in the small arrivals lounge of the International airport. Unlike some airports where you find only major car rental companies and or more expensive pricing - these … [Read more...]
The Brandenburg Gate-Berlin
The Brandenburg Gate is one of the most representative buildings in the capital of Germany and is located in the Mitte district. This beautiful construction is so representative for the Berliners as the Arc de Triomphe for the Parisians. It was built from 1788 to 1791 based upon the gateway to the Acropolis in Athens and although the Brandenburg Gate is nowadays the only gate, there were originally 18 gates like this in Berlin. Commissioned by … [Read more...]
Hiring a Car in Madrid
When flying into Madrid, one of the first things you will want to do is getting a car. If you didn't bring your car with you (which make a lot of sense, because who will be willing to pay those shipping costs?), then it would be a good idea to take a look at some of the car rental services. Rentals are available in the most important areas of the city, which is very convenient if you have rented holiday apartments in Madrid. Here you will be able … [Read more...]
Berlin Cultural Venues
Berlin is one of those cities where cultural activities never stop; Three big Opera houses (including, The Staatsoper Unter den Linden, Komische Oper and Deutsche Oper), nine symphonic orchestras (including Berliner Philharmoniker, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Berliner Symphoniker, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin and Staatskapelle Berlin), thirty-two formal theaters and more that four hundred informal stages, are just a sign that the … [Read more...]
Ashley Colburn: Travel Host, Producer & Writer
We first saw Ashley speak in Los Angeles where she was on a panel of travel influencers discussing current trends in travel. She is a prolific traveler who has turned her passion for travel and adventure into a career. Recently we had a chance to interview her about her travels, TV shows, and adventures. Q. Briefly tell us about your background and what first attracted you to traveling? I come from a family of travelers. My … [Read more...]
Michael Wigge: Reporter & Filmmaker
Michael Wigge is a well-known media personality in Germany - a journalist, comedian, documentarian and world traveler. In 2010, Wigge traveled 25,000 miles from Europe to Antarctica - without any money - which he documented and turned into the upcoming travel series "How to Travel the World For Free" which will be airing on PBS and on local channels in over 70 markets across the US starting this month and running through May and … [Read more...]
Paris-Marathonic tours
Paris is one of the destinations that you definitely have to visit when coming to Europe. The second to none mixture of glamour, sophistication and culture makes the capital of France a city that you do not want to miss. This melting pot of cultures is one of those places that offer a really wide range of options in touristic terms, making millions and millions of people, from around the world, surrender to its perfect atmosphere and natural … [Read more...]
Bliss Unleashed: Barcelona – Catalan Food
If you follow the World's Healthiest Diet, a.k.a. the Mediterranean Plan, your bliss will be unleashed in Barcelona! Before expanding on Catalan's culinary delights, let's get the housekeeping issues out of our way. Prior to departure, look on the Internet and investigate affordable Barcelona apartments. Hotels in Barcelona are pricey. You'll be able to stash "food-money" in your pocket to capitalize your culinary experience. You will have … [Read more...]
German food in Berlin
As Berlin is a multicultural capital, its food has many foreign influences; flavors from Turkey, India, Russia, Czech Republic and Poland are combined with the traditional German essence to make a delicious melting pot of flavors. However, despite the international influences, it is still possible to differentiate the most authentic flavors of the German cuisine. You have been roaming around the city for couple of hours and wonder, why do … [Read more...]
The Wende Museum, Culver City
I've been visiting Los Angeles and Orange County museums for a number of years - taking advantage of the variety and numbers of museums in the area whenever time permits. A few days ago I had the opportunity to visit the Wende Museum located in a suite in an unassuming business park in Culver City. All visits are arranged in advance by appointment only. Wende, in German means "turning point," making reference to the fall of Communism. The focus … [Read more...]
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