The Panama Canal
Oct 23, 2010 / 5:00 am
At the Miraflores Locks of the Panama Canal, tourists watch as a gigantic cruise ship is towed into position for its descent to the Pacific Ocean. They are seated on an open-air balcony that provides a bird's-eye view of the action. Guides explain the working of the locks over a microphone, as the...
Travel Manitoba - really?
Oct 9, 2010 / 5:00 am
Yes - really! Many Canadians think about the prairie provinces and wonder "What's so great about it there?"...other than long, cold winters. Well, let's start with Manitoba and you'll soon discover what's so great about one of our prairie provinces. It's not all flat and covered with snow as is the...
The beauty of Budapest!
Sep 11, 2010 / 5:00 am
Straddling the romantic Danube River, with the Buda Hills to the west and the start of the Great Plain to the east, Budapest is one of the most beautiful cities in central Europe. And the human legacy is just as remarkable as Mother Nature’s. Architecturally, Budapest is a gem, with enough...
Wonderful Wales!
Aug 28, 2010 / 5:00 am
Wales is both beautiful and accessible, situated within a couple of hours drive from major UK cities like Birmingham in the midlands, Manchester and Liverpool in the north. The Welsh spirit is the country’s defining feature. For its entire history Wales has struggled against waves of invaders...
Uruguay - Ur a what?
Aug 14, 2010 / 5:00 am
Uruguay - mostly untouched by North Western tourists - this small South American country holds countless hidden treasures just waiting for you to discover. The Uruguayan soil hides wild sceneries and fabulous tourist destinations amongst its 26 cities distributed into 3 corridors named Littoral,...
Treasures of Tokyo
Jul 31, 2010 / 5:00 am
Tokyo has more than 400 years of history as the capital of Japan with much of its tradition and cultures stemming from the Edo period. More recently, remarkable economic and cultural growth over past century has made Tokyo one of the most exciting modern cities in the world. You may have the...
The Queen Charlotte Islands
Jul 17, 2010 / 5:00 am
Queen Charlotte Islands is 300 km long, in a rough triangular shape from 100 km wide across the top, tapering to a point at Cape St. James at the south end. Tucked under the coastline of islands that form the Alaska panhandle they are 75 km from the American border, approximately 120 km west of the...
Magical Malaysia!
Jul 3, 2010 / 5:00 am
Malaysia is a friendly, beautiful, culturally rich country and one that’s extremely good value for your money when it comes to travel. It’s modern enough to be comfortable yet full of naturally mesmerizing beauty. Culture and Art: The mix of cultural influences in Malaysia is the result of...
Belgium - a European gem!
Jun 19, 2010 / 5:00 am
There's just something about Belgium. And it's not just the great beer and exquisite chocolate! Maybe it's the friendly and welcoming people who find it easy to converse in English. Maybe it's the stunning architecture decorating the quaint cobblestone squares. Or perhaps it's the incredible...
Travel Canada!
Jun 5, 2010 / 5:00 am
Focus on: Newfoundland & Labrador Perhaps most famous for it's language and food, Newfoundland & Labrador is an adventure of its own waiting to be discovered by the inquisitive traveller. Boasting of impressive landscapes, Viking ruins and landing sites of the early explorers John Cabot...
Jammin' Jamaica
May 22, 2010 / 5:00 am
Found 145 km south of Cuba in the Caribbean Sea, Jamaica is an island paradise that is known for its tropical beauty, leisurely pace and lively music scene. Jamaica is best described as a cultural melting pot influenced by a diverse population and thriving tourism industry. The crystal waters of...
Destination: London, England
May 8, 2010 / 5:00 am
The City of London is one of the most beautiful and interesting places to visit. From its many awe inspiring museums to its lovely parks and gardens, London, England is a delight. Most visitors enjoy visiting London's famous landmarks including the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, London...
Why use a travel agent?
Apr 24, 2010 / 5:00 am
Planning a trip properly is the #1 key to successfully enjoying yourself while on vacation. Some people prefer to do all the work themselves: booking hotels, flights and excursions usually doing so online. With the world-wide-web of online shopping, it seems travel agencies may becoming a thing of...
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