Featured Member Blog Posts – July 2011 Archive (71)

Kefalonia, Greece

I first visited Kefalonia in 2000 for my honeymoon. One of the largest of the Ionian islands and probably one of the most unspoilt it is situated off the west coast of Greece. The island seems to have escaped mass tourism but has gained popularity in recent years following it's use as the location for "Captain Corelli's Mandolin" which was filmed there.



The island is developed mainly around…
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Added by Rachel Agourakis on July 21, 2011 at 3:15pm — No Comments

Travel Insurance: Eight Key Things You May Not Know

How well do you know the facts about travel insurance? Here are eight of the questions we get the most:



1. What does travel insurance usually cover?



A general rule-of-thumb: insurance usually protects against unforeseen events that may cause you to cancel or disrupt your trip. Travel insurance can also provide protection and…

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Added by Allianz Global Assistance on July 21, 2011 at 2:00pm — No Comments

Going on Safari in Kenya

When one thinks of a kenya adventure safari, one thinks of Africa and African Home Adventure Safaris Kenya and Tanzania, specifically east Africa. Immediately images of wildlife, the sun, endless golden terrain, exotic flora and fauna, tropical sandy beaches, strong smiling people with mystical lifestyles and traditions all come to mind. The beauty of the bush and excitement of a kenya adventure safari are what makes an African safari such a…

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Added by African Home Adventure Safaris on July 21, 2011 at 1:22pm — No Comments

New App Makes It Easier to Get Around La Jolla, California

 

The new “Find It La Jolla” iPhone and iPad App from the publishers of the La Jolla Blue Book makes it easy for visitors to navigate around this part of San Diego.



The free app provides…

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Added by Elizabeth Hansen on July 21, 2011 at 9:05am — No Comments

Tourism as a Tool for Poverty Reduction in West Africa



Every year different NGO’s, and other private organisations come together with one purpose: to raise money to reduce poverty in the world. This gesture extends to the whole of the African continent. The idea of these fund-raising activities is to help improve the lifestyle and betterment for the poor. There are numerous NGO's with different aims to reduce poverty in Africa. Orphan Aid Africa helps families of children at risk of abandonment and gives… Continue

Added by West Africa Discovery on July 20, 2011 at 3:32pm — No Comments

Top Wildlife Touring in India

India is a hub of forest reserves. For all those in search of adventure as well as peace of mind, India is best option. There are a variety of national parks and sanctuaries in India worth exploring. People from across the world come to India to experience adventure and peace at the same time. These forest reserves are rich in flora and fauna. There is wide variety of animal and plant species residing here. You can find rarest of rare species of plants, animals and birds in these national…

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Added by Global Tourism India on July 20, 2011 at 11:43am — No Comments

Tips For Your First Volunteer-Abroad Trip

There is a first time for everything, most people are nervous the first time they leave their home towns or cities for a different country. You have to leave your support system behind, which includes your family and friends. Instead you are headed to a destination that shares possibly a totally different culture than you are used to, and maybe just a few people that you are familiar with. In addition you are not a very well travelled person then you start to be more nervous as your date of…

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Added by Zablon Mukuba on July 19, 2011 at 9:03am — No Comments

Fido, Your Bone and Room Are Ready: Traveling With Pets



 

Traveling With Pets: Fido, Your Bone and Room Are Ready



A huge 14 per cent of Americans travel with their pets, that’s 36 million households, so hotels and inns are creating pet-friendly rooms or floors to make traveling with Fido or Muffy easier, and safer.



Some Westins, a brand of…

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Added by Kaleel Sakakeeny on July 18, 2011 at 3:49pm — 2 Comments

Portland, Oregon

Portland, Oregon

As seen on the TV series:…
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Added by Searching for Sincerity on July 17, 2011 at 5:18pm — 3 Comments

The Travel Urge

By Emily Guilmette
In recent weeks I have been updating ourKuoda  web site, blog and social pages (please look for us on facebook, twitter, LinkedIn, digg and delicious), to provide better and more interesting information to all of you.



As I combed through various sites and articles, I came across a Pico Iyer essay on Salon´s site…
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Added by Kuoda Travel on July 16, 2011 at 12:04pm — No Comments

Surprise! "Partner" Yoga in Heredia, Costa Rica

I’m at the end of my first week of studying Spanish in charming Heredia after taking a few weeks of classes at the Sámara Beach Campus and have tried to take advantage of being in a city again!

 

Yogi I am not, but since trying yoga in Sámara, I decided to look for a class while I studied Spanish in Heredia.

 

I didn’t have to look very hard; my…

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Added by Intercultura Language School on July 15, 2011 at 4:37pm — No Comments

Making the Most of a Visit to Vancouver Island: Tips from a Local

No visit to Canada’s West Coast is complete without taking a BC Ferry (or seaplane) across the Georgia Straight to Vancouver Island. The Island epitomizes the spectacular Pacific Northwest, with its scenic mountain and ocean vistas, abundance of wildlife and diverse aboriginal cultures. Today our friendly and knowledgeable Port Alberni guide Sandy…
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Added by Sara Cooke on July 15, 2011 at 2:51pm — No Comments

Off the Beaten Track in Peru's Andes: A Visit to Queswachaca Bridge



By Emily Guilmette, Kuoda Travel



Our day-long adventure took us South (photos at the end of the post!), zipping with our chatty driver out of the historic center of Cusco. We passed the city’s more modern urban areas, watching locals hurry about their daily business and hankering for a stop in one of the many “pollerias,” where…

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Added by Kuoda Travel on July 15, 2011 at 2:23pm — No Comments

The Notting Hill Carnival 2011

Every summer during the August bank holiday weekend, a celebration of unique kind and scale, takes place on the streets of west London. The Notting Hill Carnival is an annual celebration of the Caribbean culture – a million people gather to enjoy the spectacle of exotic costumes, dance at the beats of the traditional steel drum bands and savour the Caribbean delicacies…

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Added by Velimira Velikova on July 15, 2011 at 8:57am — No Comments

Are Gadgets Making Us Antisocial?

I'm writing on a laptop. Yes I am. I have a blackberry, not an iphone. I do not own a kindle, portable tv or an ipad. I resisted the VHS to DVD switch. I love my original nintendo and don't own (and never have) an xbox, playstation or Wii. I, however, am feeling guilty. On my travels there are some essentials. Computer, Camera, phone, Ipod, chargers (wall and car), dvd…

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Added by Paul Anthony Rogers on July 14, 2011 at 7:44pm — 2 Comments

Visiting Kerala, India

BACKWATERS of INDIA

 

Why: The local slogan for Kerala is ‘God’s own country’. A big statement but, it’s very special. This is south India’s top destination for history, and for pampering and relaxation. The ancient healing art of Ayurveda is available here for devotees as well as stressed out travellers. A bit of pampering in India is a good idea as…

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Added by Bev Malzard on July 14, 2011 at 10:47am — No Comments

Common Pitfalls on the Road to True Ecotourism

The latest buzz word eco has unfortunately triggered travel suppliers to saturate the market with hundreds of loosely understood eco holiday-labeled travel products, causing consumer confusion as to what the term ecotourism truly represents. 

Good intentions aside, while travelers want to make responsible vacation purchasing decisions based on ethical environmental standards for sustainability and conservation rather than marketing tactics, some common pitfalls befall most,…

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Added by Irene Lane on July 14, 2011 at 10:21am — 1 Comment

Ten Reasons to Consider Travel Insurance

About 1 in 3 travelers buy insurance for their trip, according to the US Travel Insurance Association. Should you be one of them? Here are 10 practical reasons, based on 10 situations where travel insurance can prove invaluable.



You’ve paid nonrefundable deposits or bought nonrefundable tickets.



For some trips, you’ll need to pay deposits significantly in advance of your travel dates, and in most cases, those deposits will be nonrefundable. Travel insurance can…

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Added by Allianz Global Assistance on July 14, 2011 at 9:19am — 3 Comments

Best Picks for Summertime Travel Novels



Best Picks for  Summertime Travel Novels

It's summer “ and the reading should be easy,” so I came up with a short list of a few travel novels that I personally found especially rich and exciting.

Very often a travel novel is a far better read than a guide book. It creates a vividness and depth of a town or village or city more…

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Added by Kaleel Sakakeeny on July 13, 2011 at 3:09pm — No Comments

What to Expect When You Stay in a B&B

B&Bs, aka Bed & Breakfasts, are the perfect choice for a couple or a single person traveling. I can't honestly say how it would be to take kids--I've been at a B&B where the owner's two kids controlled the place, but that was the parents fault, not the guests. I guess it would depend on how well behaved your children are.  In all my stays at B&B's I have yet to see other guests bring their children.…

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Added by Linda Batey on July 13, 2011 at 2:12pm — 3 Comments

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