SOURCE: flickr.com Prior to the 2014 Winter Olympics, how many people had heard of Sochi? Outside of Russia, the answer is probably very few. When most people think of snow, skiing and snowboarding, they think of somewhere in Austria or Italy, at least if they’re in Europe. In the US, you can take advantage of lift pass deals like Fly and Ski Free and take to the slopes in Tahoe without spending a dime. Or, if you’re really adventurous, you … [Read more...]
Visit Dubai For The Ultimate Family Vacation
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...]
Malaysia- My Fairytale Adventure Land
Malaysia is that perfect South Asian sunny beach paradise located in the Malay Peninsula. What people may not realize upfront is that Malaysia is also a whopping destination for adventures of all kinds, especially adventure sports! I am a 25-year-old girl, and I have always wanted to go scuba diving in some of Malaysia’s famous dive spots. I finally have my chance now. I am all set to enjoy Malaysia’s cool adventures –it is scuba diving, … [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...]
Escaping to La Brenne National Parc, France
Sipping my coffee by the lake, I could just make out a tiny dark speck in the water. Eagerly grabbing my friend’s binoculars I trained them onto the black dot, and as it slowly came into focus, resembling a small beaver with a rat like tail, I realised that I was looking at a coypu… We were in La Brenne National Parc, in the Indres Department of Central France, named after the river Indre that flows through the region. Seeking a taste of rural … [Read more...]
Mayor Garcetti Announces a Record-breaking Year for the L.A. Economy
LOS ANGELES —Los Angeles' economy continued to surge in 2017, as tourism, travel through LAX, and Port cargo broke all-time records yet again. Mayor Eric Garcetti announced the record-breaking numbers today at LAX's Tom Bradley International Terminal, alongside Councilmember Joe Buscaino and leaders from the Los Angeles Convention & Tourism Development Department, the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, Los Angeles World Airports, and the … [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...]
Belize: a Natural Underwater Beauty
When you're looking for gorgeous places to scuba dive, Belize should be at the top of your list. With a low human population, an abundance of terrestrial and marine species and diverse ecosystems, Belize is the ideal place to indulge in some adventurous travel. When it comes to scuba diving, though, Belize really shines. A large percentage of its territorial waters are protected, which means that the natural beauty of its coral reefs and the … [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...]
Why now is the time to visit Cyprus
After visiting the island of Cyprus last year (located in the far eastern reaches of the Mediterranean Sea) I became enchanted by it's beauty, the slower pace of life in the small towns, its food (including seafood) and drink and the mesmerizing beauty of it's beaches. I visited Pissouri (only about a 90 minute drive from Nicoscia). Pissouri allowed me to check off everything I was looking for in a relaxing Mediterranean … [Read more...]
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