Featured Member Blog Posts – July 2011 Archive (71)

Currency and Credit Cards in Bhutan

Bhutanese currency is Ngultrum (Nu.) and is officially at par with Indian Rupee. Also Indian Rupee is acceptable all over Bhutan except Rs 500 and Rs 1000 currency notes.

Credit Cards are accepted in some luxury hotels and few selected…

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Added by Kunzang Tenzin on July 13, 2011 at 12:45pm — No Comments

Sunderban National Park, India's Largest Tiger Reserve

Extensively stretched over in the area of West Bengal India, Sunderban National Park is an ideal destination for nature lovers in the form of lush green surroundings, jungle wilderness and goodness of rich flora and fauna beauty abundantly available in the park makes it a wide hub for tourists all around the world. Travelers can experience the marvels of largest Tiger Reserve in Sunderbans.            …

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Added by Rekha Bisht on July 13, 2011 at 11:30am — No Comments

Summer Fun in San Diego, California

San Diego is a great place to be in the summer. The weather is great for snorkeling at The Cove, kayaking at La Jolla Shores, surfing at the Shores,…

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Added by Elizabeth Hansen on July 13, 2011 at 9:22am — No Comments

5 Unique Travel Activities in 5 Different Regions of Our Planet

To be human is to live for adventure. Many of us will perhaps only visit a destination once in a lifetime. Others will go back to familiar places or seek out new dreams. Here are five adventures that you sure do not want to miss before you leave the planet. I picked five of my favorites: Playing a round of Golf in the birthplace of Golf at historic St. Andrews in Scotland, Scuba Diving in the crystal clear waters of the Red Sea, Sky Diving over Moab in the U.S. state of Utah, River Rafting…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on July 12, 2011 at 5:00pm — No Comments

Beautiful and Unforgettable Spots Around Arezzo in Tuscany

 Arezzo was one of the major Etruscan city, also known for being in a strategic geographical position close to some wonderful places around our Province.

I would like to tell you something about unforgettable places which I know very well like Cortona and Castiglion Fiorentino, which take part at…

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Added by B&B Tarussio on July 12, 2011 at 2:16pm — No Comments

Costa Rica's Passion for Football (aka Soccer)

People in Costa Rica love football!! This is not just a phrase; actually it has been a passion of crowds for many years. From the local championships to the international events like the CONCACAF Gold Cup, all are follow by many Costa Ricans, cheering Costa Rica´s team or just enjoying the adrenaline and passion that this sport aroused in thousands.…



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Added by Danny Solano Alvarez on July 12, 2011 at 1:20pm — No Comments

Natural Remedies to Heal Sunburns

We have found some more tips how to sooth your skin if you have got sunburned. Cooling the skin also works as a great pain reliever and helps you and your skin to relax

 

Take an oatmeal bath:

Add two cups of oatmeal to the bottom of a nylon sock. Tie up the sock, and let warm water pour over the pouch. Leave pouch in tub as you bathe.

 

Another Sunburn Healing Bath:

Fill a handkerchief tied with string or a muslin teabag…

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Added by Hotel Mocking Bird Hill on July 12, 2011 at 10:55am — No Comments

Abu Dhabi: It Was HOT!

A three day holiday was declared in the UAE so people could celebrate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Mary Ann and I decided it was our three day 4th of July holiday, albeit a few days early. Never look a gift holiday in the mouth I always say.

Three days obviously is not a long enough time to take an international trip, and with 3 or 4 of those planned to round out the year, we decided not fly anywhere.

We had never been to Abu Dhabi. It is the capitol of…

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Added by Forrest Walker on July 12, 2011 at 10:29am — No Comments

'The Real World' in La Jolla, California

I have to confess I’m not a big fan of reality TV, but since all the buzz in our corner of San Diego is about MTV’s The Real World being filmed in Bird…

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Added by Elizabeth Hansen on July 12, 2011 at 7:15am — No Comments

The Appeal of Intimacy: B&B's Make a Comeback



The Appeal of Intimacy: B & B's  Make a Come Back



Not so long ago we reported on the study that most travelers avoided Bed and Breakfasts as a destination or place to stay.



The reasons primarily had to do with… Continue

Added by Kaleel Sakakeeny on July 11, 2011 at 4:31pm — 12 Comments

Minus 5 Ice Bar: Chillin' in Las Vegas



I know there are hardcore Vegas partiers out there who would snicker at the concept of an ice bar. I can hear them now: “It's a gimmick, why freeze when imbibing instead of kicking back at the poolside cabana?” or “I'm not going to pay a $25 cover for the privilege of sitting on a block of ice to toss back a vodka shot!” Before entering the… Continue

Added by Steve Mirsky on July 11, 2011 at 3:31pm — No Comments

A Taste of Chile in New York City

After discovering Chilean olive oils, piscos, fruits, wines and gourmet products at Puro Chile’s Feria Supermarket in Manhattan’s SoHo district, I was eager to participate in the current wine seminar there.

 

The event, hosted by Mauricio Banchieri Carter, CEO of Puro Chile, was held on July 7th and was the beginning of monthly tastings of…

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Added by Denise Mattia on July 11, 2011 at 12:27pm — 2 Comments

First Pocono Ironman Triathlon

A GUIDE FOR VIEWERS AND TRAVELERS

 

The Ironman 70.3 Triathlon is coming to the Pocono Mountains on October 2, and this is a big deal for both athletes and onlookers. It will be the first Ironman triathlon in Pennsylvania, and because it…

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Added by Ed Wetschler on July 10, 2011 at 9:05pm — No Comments

The "Avenue of Stars" in Kowloon, Hong Kong

Avenue of Stars, TST Kowloon

I have NEVER been a fan of Avenue of Stars and believe it or not the Avenue of Stars is the 2nd most visited attraction in Hong Kong (The Peak is no. 1) so I decided a more thorough visit on my part was warranted.



Guess what, I still have not changed my mind, I am still not a…

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Added by Jamie Lloyd on July 10, 2011 at 2:10pm — No Comments

South Sudan Tourism: What Are Its Prospects?

In East Africa, bordered not just by Sudan to its north but also the Central African Republic, the Congo (the one that used to be Zaire), Ethiopia, Kenya, and Uganda, this continent’s newly born 54th country and the world’s 258th is admittedly a hard case.  A largely black land of traditional religions, and some degree of Christianity, embroiled…

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Added by David Paul Appell on July 9, 2011 at 5:01pm — 2 Comments

Sound-rich, 1-Minute Travel Video PostCard Review: Chesterfield Inn, NH

 

Enjoy!

 

 

 

Contact: TVP Channel Travel Video…

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Added by Kaleel Sakakeeny on July 9, 2011 at 1:26pm — No Comments

A Modern Traveler's Dilemma: Stay Connected or Go Off the Grid?

The popularity of social networking sites and the proliferation of wireless hotspots around the world have created the perfect storm of communications technology: it really is possible to stay connected no matter where your travels take you.… photo

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Added by Sara Cooke on July 9, 2011 at 11:45am — No Comments

In Samara, Costa Rica, Yoga and Spanish on the Beach

 

I began my Spanish courses at the Intercultura beach campus in Sámara, one of the most gorgeous places I’ve ever been.  I took part in the dance classes, cooking classes, took a few surfing lessons and walked the beach.  The one thing that I didn’t do my first week? Yoga.

 

So, I finally went.  Reluctantly.

 

Years of playing…

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Added by Samara Language School on July 8, 2011 at 6:59pm — No Comments

Palace on Wheels: India's Luxury Train Tours

India has got a number of luxury trains. The Indian royals were for famous for their love of luxury trains. No sooner the luxury trains came in vogue with European royalty during the late 18th century, the Indian princes were not to be left behind. The train presents a superb chance to explore the fabulous royal destinations of Rajasthan. Savor the regal attractions of Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Jodhpur, etc, besides visiting the iconic Indian attraction of Taj Mahal.  The…

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Added by Indianrove on July 8, 2011 at 11:21am — No Comments

Wine Country Artist Retreat

There are all types of getaways.  The choices are limitless…from big adventure to soft adventure, romantic to family, glamping to camping.  The key to getting it right is understanding what your heart and soul needs.  Is it downtime you crave, or do want to lounge beside a pool drinking long cool drinks, or maybe you just need time to listen to your “creative” without distractions?  I call this last kind of getaway, Going Away To Go Within. If you’re an artist of any kind…

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Added by Linda Kissam on July 8, 2011 at 10:10am — 1 Comment

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