Archive for the ‘Travel and Leisure’ Category

Filed Under (Travel) by admin on May-27-2008

Welcome yourself with the Gateway of India and drive down through the Marine Drive or the Queen’s necklace. Marine Drive looks pretty enchanting when viewed at night time as the string of street lights light up the beach sweep.



Filed Under (Travel) by admin on May-27-2008

If you’re on a short vacation or have a tight budget, it can be difficult to choose one park that will keep the entire family happy. Here are the pro’s and con’s of California’s top three theme parks.



Filed Under (Travel) by admin on May-8-2008

Its funny, running a surfboard hire company, and enjoying the best Australia has to offer the surfing world, I often forget just how diverse and special Australia’s Gold Coast really is.  But this last weekend was one of those rare ones when I was reminded what a beuatiful life we have up here, and just how much we have to offer to the millions of holidaying visitors we are lucky to host each year.



Filed Under (Travel) by admin on May-8-2008

Goa may be the smallest state in India but it packs many attractions. Here are some highlights.



Filed Under (Travel) by admin on May-7-2008

Its funny, running a surfboard hire company, and enjoying the best Australia has to offer the surfing world, I often forget just how diverse and special Australia’s Gold Coast really is.  But this last weekend was one of those rare ones when I was reminded what a beuatiful life we have up here, and just how much we have to offer to the millions of holidaying visitors we are lucky to host each year.



Filed Under (Travel and Leisure) by admin on March-22-2008

The tourist season in Croatia has kicked off with a good start. Over the next couple of months the life on the Adriatic coast becomes one hectic beehive.

Down in the deep south, Dubrovnik becomes an open stage where the rich, the famous, the wannabees mingle together during Dubrovnik Festival and where joy and laughter can be heard at every street corner. What is more, the life in the Old Town never ceases to stop. The hordes of night birds are replaced by ever excited tourists from the visiting cruisers. Mesmerizing looks on their faces are truly justifying Bernard Shaw’s famous sentence comparing Dubrovnik to paradise.
City wall walk is on a must to do list of every cruiser tourist. Do not forget to take some water with you as the heat can get the better of you. Also, remember that you can safely withdraw local currency (kunas) from ATMs and what is more you can use your card safely at POS terminals.



Filed Under (Travel and Leisure) by admin on March-22-2008

London is one of the cultural capitals of Europe and has loads of sightseeing and activities for tourists of all ages. There are an innumerable amount of things to see and do in London but here are some “must see” sights that shouldn’t be left out of your travel itinerary.

The British Museum is vast and is so big that seeing everything in one day is near impossible. The Greek and Egyptian exhibits are especially impressive and are considered by some to be the best permanent museum installations of their kind.



Filed Under (Travel and Leisure) by admin on March-21-2008

Cruises may still be associated with older travelers, but the times when older travelers are the only ones enjoying a cruise vacation are long passed. A cruise is an extremely attractive option for anyone seeking to escape from the demands of work and everyday life. Fortunately, cruise lines now offer a variety of programs allowing them to meet the holiday needs of any traveler’s lifestyle and preferences. Cruising is no longer about simply showing off your new wardrobe, playing shuffleboard or socializing in the lounge. These may all be great parts of a cruise vacation, but there is a wide range of activities and amenities perfect for every traveler.



Filed Under (Travel and Leisure) by admin on March-21-2008

An outdoor vacation such as hiking can be a terrific getaway. Vacations like hiking are far different than other vacations which often require you to make travel reservations and find hotel accommodations. However, some hikers like to make a hike part of a larger vacation and rent a house by a lake. This is a great idea. But, hiking does require some extra precaution unlike other popular getaways to the beach or popular tourist attraction.



Filed Under (Travel and Leisure) by admin on March-21-2008

Cancun is in Mexico. Many think of it as the delight of the earth. It will provide you with breathtaking beaches, the most mouthwatering food, and a nightlife that is like no other. You can also enjoy the water activities, the vintage appeal, and of course, the romance and ecstasy of the environment. It has become one of the best tourist locations in the Caribbean and also the Eastern part of Mexico. It should be! All of the amenities and the attractions have made it such that you will want to stay forever. And forever is not a bad thing.It is possible! Imagine the possibilities of Cancun.The possibilities for fun and excitement are endless. It would be amazing to vacation whenever you felt like it. The thought of owning your own part of Cancun can now become a reality. It may be in a condominium or timeshare, the decision is totally yours to make. The only problem now is to find you a place for a fair price and the best agent for the job. That could prove to be difficult if not impossible without the right things in place.