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Travel Spotlight: Dallas, Texas

November 1, 2021 by Anthony KarabonLeave a Comment

Whether you are a local or a tourist, Dallas, Texas has something for you to try! Located in the northeast part of the state, Dallas is home to the Cowboys, the oil and cotton industry, and its food. Dallas is a family-friendly city with something for everyone of all ages. Regardless if you’ve lived here your entire life, or you’re visiting for a day, the following are just some of the things you can do while visiting the Big D! Dallas … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, Dallas, Food and Wine, Garden, Museum, Sports, Tallest Building, Texas, Wildlife

Dubai, One of World’s Great Urban Attractions

February 7, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

While not one of the world's largest by population cities, Dubai certainly warrants great attention due to its rapid rise from being a sleepy fishing village to now home to some of planet's most iconic attractions. My visit to Dubai was a number of years ago - the city was surely much smaller then, but still, the city felt overwhelming. As one of the great cities in the Middle East it offers non stop or one stop connection flights from most … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Desert, Dubai, Europe, Festival, Fishing, Germany, Markets, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip, Tallest Building, Village, Walking tour

A Guide to Dubai and its Architectural Wonders

December 5, 2019 by James BaylissLeave a Comment

Dubai is the capital of the United Arab Emirates, but its significance goes far beyond the borders of its country. The city is a booming mercantile metropolis that operates as the business center of Western Asia, which has seen a "who's who" of global corporations set up for trade in Dubai. Dubai is not all about business; it is home to vast shopping districts and centers (including the gigantic Dubai Mall), as well as a range of eclectic tourist … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Architecture, Asia, Beach, Cruising, Dubai, Journey, Sailing, Shanghai, Shopping Mall, Spa, Tallest Building

Iceland: Island of Fire and Ice

May 16, 2019 by Michael SimrakLeave a Comment

Raquel was a nature and outdoor adventure enthusiast, always looking for the next mountain to climb or river to raft. For her 25th birthday, a close group of friends decided to surprise her with the trip of a lifetime and buy her tickets to Iceland. The island of fire and ice had always fascinated Raquel, and it was a dream to have the chance to travel there. In addition to the travel itinerary, her friends made sure to rent a photographer … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Cell Phone, Iceland, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Tallest Building, Trekking, Waterfall, Whales, Whitewater Rafting, Wildlife

Exploring Two Iconic Cities, New York and San Francisco

December 14, 2018 by Dave3 Comments

Located on opposite ends of the coast, both New York and San Francisco offer a rich variety of experiences and activities on but for different reasons. New York is an older city and certainly much larger often overwhelming for first time visitors which is why signing up for New York Tours is a good idea. They sell all new York attractions, Hop on Hop off Bus tickets, other activities and combination experiences. New York City offers great … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Art, Bridges, Bus Travel, Chocolate, Empire State Building, Food and Wine, Gun, Museum, New York City, Paradise, Restaurants, San Francisco, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Tallest Building, Times Square, Traffic, Walking tour

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

Old Town Tallinn Estonia – January 2018

January 1, 2018 by Dave4 Comments

Old Town Tallinn Estonia originally dates back some eight centuries. This part of town is surrounded by a number of towering stone walls that were originally built to protect the city. The old town is a mix of cobblestone streets, plazas, restaurants, hotels and plenty of small shops. One can easily walk from one side to the other in about 25 minutes but one doesn't just want to rush through this part of the city. Rather, take one's time and move … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Christmas, Drinking, Europe, Music, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Tallest Building, Walking tour

Taipei 101 – March 2017

March 1, 2017 by DaveLeave a Comment

Taipei 101 was completed in 2004 and was the world's tallest building for five years until that record was obliterated by the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. From base to the spire on the top the Taipei 101 stand 1,671 feet (approximately 509 meters). Based on its location in the city, it dominates the skyline - towering above hundreds of 'short' buildings. Visitors can enjoy good views on clear days by visiting the observation floor and deck on the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Art, Dubai, Hiking, Mountain Climbing, Tallest Building

A Mini Guide to Exploring Zürich, Switzerland

July 25, 2016 by Dave2 Comments

While Zurich has a sizable international reputation (often predicated on it's financial and banking industry) the actual city is fairly small (population approximately 400,000 people) and for visitor's is easily approachable. From its favorable geographic position alongside the shores of Lake Zürich it boasts a diversity of activities and experiences for those of all ages. Take the old city with its charming walkways, squares, churches, boutique … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Art, Bicycle, Bus Travel, Culinary travel, Drinking, Europe, Food and Wine, Frankfurt, Garden, Hiking, History, Los Angeles, Mountain Climbing, Public Transportation, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Switzerland, Tallest Building

Visit Zürich – July 2016

July 1, 2016 by DaveLeave a Comment

This small city of approximately 400,000 boasts a diversity of activities and experiences for the visitor ranging from leisurely strolls and shopping through the old city to it's modern enclaves including art centers, food and museums (over 50 museums and galleries are in the city). Zürich-West used to be home to ship building and other factories; today it features a number of cultural and creative endeavors including architecture, unique shops … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Bus Travel, Culture, Drinking, Europe, Food and Wine, Los Angeles, Mountain Climbing, Public Transportation, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Tallest Building, Train Travel

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