The architecture, art work and monuments in Rome deliver infinite examples of the classical art movements and religious art. Botticelli, Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Donatello and Titian are among the big names in Roman art whose art can be admired in the city. Architectural structures such as the Colloseum, the Pantheon or St Peter's Square in Vatican City are significant landmarks in the city that represent the elegance and classic beauty of the … [Read more...]
ASTA Conference, 2011 Puerto Rico
The ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents) 2011 Conference, held in Puerto Rico, was attended by more than 700 travel agents from around the world. The honorable Governor of Puerto Rico, Luis G. Fortuno, gave the opening remarks. This four day conference focused on the Caribbean region and included a number of tourism talks relating to specific countries as well as additional tools for selling niche trips. Recently we had the opportunity to … [Read more...]
Barcelona by Bike
A growing number of hybrid cars roams the streets and the use of public transportation is increasingly encouraged. This is particularly the case in big urban areas, where the public-transportation system tends to be well-developed and reliable. If you rent apartments in Barcelona, Paris, or Berlin there is no need to rent a car, a subway ticket will be just fine get around the city. Another trend that goes hand in hand with caring for our … [Read more...]
BAR 25, Berlin
There are a few night clubs and bars that had such an impact that they defined entire eras of nightlife in cities. In New York it was Studio 54 or The Moulin Rouge in Paris. If you have rented apartments in Berlin before September 2010 you might have had the pleasure of going to a party at the legendary BAR 25. If not, you might have still heard glorious stories about this epic place. In the 7 years of existence the BAR 25 had transformed … [Read more...]
Visit the new ABC Museum in Madrid
Last November the Spanish capital added another reason to visit and rent apartments in Madrid. A new museum opened its doors, the Museo ABC de Dibujo e Ilustracion de Madrid. Conveniently situated close to the Conde Duque (an important address for art and culture in Madrid), the ABC Museum seeks to present the art of drawing and illustration. A majority of the works shown were published in the Spanish ABC newspaper as well as the magazine Blanco … [Read more...]
Explore Europe with a Eurail pass
As a worldly traveler, I'm happy to share all the ins and outs of the Eurail Pass- which continues to transport people of all ages throughout Europe. A Eurail Pass can really be considered an all access pass to the entire train network in select countries...and the best part...you get to choose the countries you would like to include. In fact, you have many options: One Country Pass: Your Eurail Pass can be a simple one country pass, for let's … [Read more...]
The Best Travel Book I Read in 2010
This list compiled by Scott Lackey, Sanctuare Lola Akinmade, @lolaakinmade: The Shadow of the Sun by Ryszard Kapuscinski Best Travel Writing compiled by Traveler's Tales 2010 Marco Polo Didn't Go There by Rolf Potts Catherine Amorose The Lost Girls: 3 Friends. 4 Continents. One Unconventional Detour Around the World by Jennifer Baggett, Holly Corbett, Amanda Pressner Ellen Barone, @ellenbarone: Lost Angel Walkabout … [Read more...]
Major Events in Holland in 2011
Ongoing, until the museum reopens in 2013 THE MASTERPIECES - RIJKSMUSEUM - AMSTERDAM Highlights of the Golden Age: wonderful dolls' houses, a treasure-trove of silver, the most beautiful Delftware, magnificent militia paintings and, of course, the famous paintings by Jan Steen, Frans Hals, Vermeer and Rembrandt. Over 400 masterpieces tell the impressive story of the political, economic and artistic wonders of the Golden Age. September 18, … [Read more...]
Treasure Islands Of Carraga
"Traveling to far away places is one best antidote because it heals life pressures; and there are literally countless destinations around the world which would do it. What is more important is that you bring that travel experiences to life--through diaries or photos, or simply by writing them in a story--tell the world about it, and such nostalgic memories will live on." ~The Author Nocturnal Road Adventure The journey starts as I … [Read more...]
Historic Coventry – Then and Now
Synopsis: Detailing the history up to the present day of Coventry, a once medieval city in the heart of England. The recent discovery of the Doom Painting, "one of the most important discoveries ever made in the field of medieval art" in Holy Trinity Church. 65 years have gone by since the ending of World War 11 and much water has passed under the bridge. We have seen dictators come and go and come again with the accompanying abuse of … [Read more...]
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