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...]
9 Extraordinary Ways To Experience Colorado’s Winter
Colorado is blessed with enough fleecy snow to make even Elsa jealous! Admiring the winter holiday is easy when there are many traditional winter activities to indulge. However, there are also more contemporary ways to experience the beauty of the winter. Grab your coat, check the event calendar, and let’s venture into Colorado’s winter wonderland! Colorado Cross Country Skiing. Heli-Skiing Instead of going with the traditional airlift … [Read more...]
Visiting Las Vegas? Our Top Three Non Casino Attractions!
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...]
Top 4 sports events to watch in 2018
The next 12 months promise to be a delight for sports fans across the world, with a vast array of top events taking place throughout 2018. Winter sports and football provide the year's top two attractions, with the Winter Olympics and the World Cup set to draw massive crowds to South Korea and Russia respectively. Winter Olympics, South Korea Scheduled to take place PyeongChang from February 9-25, the Winter Olympics brings together the … [Read more...]
New Brunswick, Canada Invites Travelers to Tackle Winter Head-On
Five Reasons to #ExploreNB this Snow Season NEW BRUNSWICK (January 2017) – With the highest snowfall in the Canadian Maritimes, winter in New Brunswick delivers a number of reasons for travelers to come out of hibernation and enjoy the province’s cold weather culture. From snow-filled outdoor adventures to festivals, here are just five ways to discover real winter in New Brunswick. Winter Glamping Ridgeback Lodge, located less than … [Read more...]
Jackson Hole’s Great American Solar Eclipse of 2017
Ah, the beauty of Wyoming and the awesome splendor of a total solar eclipse -- what more could one ask for on a summer vacation? Last August, I finally checked these two long-standing items off my bucket list. From the time I was young, solar eclipses have captivated my imagination, and I have been intrigued about Jackson Hole ever since I did some internet marketing work for a couple of hotels there several years ago. I just never seemed to … [Read more...]
Keeping Fit in the Winter at Destination Kohler
Growing up in the Midwest, it is a rite of passage to fall victim to winter weight gain. With shorter days and frigid temperatures, leisurely strolls to the store turn into short sprints to the bus. Daily activities that help you stay slender tend to hibernate as the common Midwesterner slips into a more sedentary lifestyle. While some people seek relief by flying to warm weather destinations for extended weekend trips, for many people, that's … [Read more...]
Adventure Travel in Quebec – Part II
“Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventure.” When I last left you on my week-long adventure trip to Quebec's Saguenay-Lac St. Jean region, I had just finished two days of aerial challenges: an exhausting a treetop obstacle course, followed by an even more obscene climb along the 250-meter high Via Ferrata. What was next on the agenda around Saguenay fjord, I wondered? Sea kayaking in the fjord Turns out, that next stop … [Read more...]
Truly a Special Place, Chamonix in the French Alps
I have been fortunate to have visited France a number of times - but by far the trip that has stood out in my mind over the years was a trip to Chamonix in the summer with my brother as part of a longer trip backpacking through parts of Europe. Traveling on train from near Geneva to Chamonix is anywhere from 2 to 4 hours - we felt good because we had a Eurorail pass which covered most train travel within Europe for 30 days. But at the time we … [Read more...]
Added Flights, Expanded Train Service Offer Easy Travel Options to Colorado Ski Resorts
DENVER – New direct flights to and from Colorado’s eight regional airports and expanded service on the Winter Park Express will provide skiers and riders from across the country easy and convenient travel options to their favorite Colorado ski resorts by train, plane or car this winter. The Amtrak Winter Park Express, coming off a highly successful inaugural season, will offer expanded service for the 2017-18 ski season. The Winter Park … [Read more...]
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