Posts from — March 2010
The History of Hull
Hull is a city in the historic county of East Riding of Yorkshire England. It is located at the point where the little River Hull (which starts in the Yorkshire Wolds) joins the River Humber, twenty miles from the sea. Hull lies on a naturally advantageous position for portage, due to its position on the north side of the Humber Estuary. Hull was originally a little settlement called Wyke which belonged to the Cistercian abbey of Meaux near Beverley. In the 12th century, King Edward I bought Read more [...]
March 31, 2010 No Comments
Scotland – A Golfers Paradise
It is not hard to see why Scotland is the 'home of golf' and why it is so in demand from golfers who want to benefit from its golfing delights. Scotland has everything; top class golf hotels and some of the best courses in the world come together to offer the ultimate in golfing holidays. Scotland's place within the game of golf is still immense, as well as all the history it still plays a major part in shaping how the game is regulated. The R&A which is based in St Andrews is golf's Read more [...]
March 29, 2010 No Comments
Places to Find Great Camping Spots
Camping has been around for ages and is a family-friendly activity that almost everyone enjoys. However, more and more people are finding themselves cooped up in cities with seemingly no place to go camping. People in Ohio and Kentucky have resorted to staying indoors, identifying the Northern Kentucky termite and the Cincinnati termite in their houses rather than spending times outdoors, identifying birds and plants. Regardless of where you live, however, you can have a great camping experience Read more [...]
March 27, 2010 No Comments
Top 5 Holiday Rental Destinations
Perhaps you have booked a holiday rental before, perhaps not. However if you are not sure where to go on your next trip, why not consider one of The Top 5 holiday rental destinations. 1. Florida Among its many holiday destinations, Florida has to be one of the United States most popular. With its huge selection of theme parks, Disney, Kennedy Space Centre, the everglades and the attractions of it many beaches and availability of water sports. Many holiday rentals here offer fantastic Read more [...]
March 25, 2010 No Comments
In Search of the Next Journey
There is something about travel that inspires me to want to search and discover new cultures for myself and everyone else. It fills the soul and just plain makes me smile. I love everything about the travel process; I can even forgive the airline delays and accept them as the necessary evil that they are. Okay, I have to stop and confess something. The one thing I haven't warmed up to yet in travel is being a "travel writer." These weekly articles scare me to death. I'm thankful Read more [...]
March 23, 2010 No Comments
Rome – The Heart of Italy
When people are asked which place they want to spend their vacation in in Italy, overwhelmingly, they choose Rome. They seem to be intrigued with the complex and intricate culture of its people, and how magnificent the place was, showing epics of lost empires over time. Rome, the capital of Italy, offers architectural heirlooms, museums, and churches that you won't seem to get enough of. One visit to this place and you will surely get hooked. Its people embrace the romanticism and spirituality Read more [...]
March 20, 2010 No Comments
Cruise Destinations – Panama Canal
The Panama Canal lies southeast to northwest from the Pacific side and the other way round from the Atlantic side. It bridges the two oceans and makes the trading by ship routes easier. Earlier a ship, traveling from New York to San Francisco, had to travel 14,000 miles via the Cape Horn, southern end of South America. But now, it has only to travel 6,000 miles via the Panama Canal. The waterway is controlled by the Panama Canal Authority under the Panamanian Government. A cruise through Read more [...]
March 17, 2010 No Comments
How to Find a Good Vacation Rental
There are a variety of different agencies that offer vacation rentals. These rentals can be found at a variety of different places around the country. It will be best to consider a couple of tips when looking for the best type of vacation rental. Here is a look at what to do when getting a vacation rental. Consider when you will be heading out on your vacation. Some places for vacation rentals are busier than others at different times of the year. Also, some places will offer discounts during Read more [...]
March 15, 2010 No Comments
Barcelona Holiday Accommodations
As one of the leading providers of accommodation in Barcelona, Visit Barcelona was first conceived of in 2001, as a way of catering for the individual needs of each of our 15,000 customers each year. We aim to provide the best in quality and price, carefully selecting a choice number of apartments to ensure that every wish can be fulfilled. With a finger on the pulse, our rapidly expanding selection of apartments is the name in luxury, comfort and affordability. Take time to browse the current Read more [...]
March 13, 2010 No Comments
Golf in the Bahamas For Families
A great family vacation idea is going to the Bahamas. If you have never been to the Bahamas Islands, then you are missing out on a tropical paradise. For those that are golfers, there is nothing more fun than playing golf in the Bahamas on the beautiful, lushly manicured golf courses, some which overlook the ocean. For a family, learning to play golf can be fun for all ages. Just because you haven't played golf before is no reason to be intimidated. Most of the courses have golf pros that Read more [...]
March 13, 2010 No Comments
