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You Sexy Greek Beach: Kolymbithres on Paros Island

They say that a beautiful and sexy beach is in the eyes of the beholder. However, few will argue that Kolymbithres beach is not one of the most alluring Greek seaside hangouts. Located on the Cycladic island of Paros, this is one of the most unusual beaches you will ever visit. The place to be seen on Paros. Not a beach for the prudish. Anything goes on Kolymbithres, including the consumption of large quantities of the chalky…
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Added by Nicholas Kontis on June 14, 2013 at 1:19pm — 1 Comment

Sleeping in a 17th-Century London Pub

George and Dragon - Facade close up at night

Let’s face it, the internet has created a whole new world of travel opportunities, and has made making new friends over a computer entirely possible. Social media has taken over the travel world, and meeting new travel friends has never been easier. Recently, on my annual trip to London, I was given a most…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on May 13, 2013 at 1:41pm — No Comments

Greece in May – The Perfect Time to Visit

Greece - Acropolis at night



Want to beat the summer rush to the Mediterranean? Then consider a visit to Greece in May. Traveling to Greece before the summer rush has a lot to offer. Less crowds when you visit ancient Athens and the Acropolis, or the Temple of Apollo at Delphi makes taking photos and hiking around ruins and…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on April 30, 2013 at 8:24pm — 1 Comment

Belize, a Tiny Country With a Lot to It

When one thinks of Belize, most likely the first thought to come to mind is the fabled Blue Hole, and the world’s second largest barrier reef, second only to the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, Australia. But the tiny nation surrounded by its big brother to the north, Mexico and Guatemala to the west and south, is an eco-travelers, adventurer enthusiasts dream. Taking a closer look, there is more to Belize than meets the eye.…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on March 6, 2013 at 4:26pm — No Comments

Visit the World's Largest Sand Island - Fraser Island, Queensland, Australia

Think all island in the world are the same or similar, think again. Ever dreamed of a protected island, complete with its unique bio-sphere, where you bring your rented 4-wheel drive from the mainland and pitch your own tent? Welcome to amazing Fraser Island, where part of the experience is getting there. Located 200 north of the hustle and bustle of busy Brisbane, approximately a three-hour drive, and a short ferry ride and you reached what any beach wanderer would call…
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Added by Nicholas Kontis on February 2, 2013 at 7:13pm — No Comments

San Francisco State of Mind

As I sit here in my condo in the warm weather of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, sometimes I forget how blessed I am. Born on perhaps, as many will attest to, the most beautiful island in the world, Santorini, then to have my parents move to San Francisco when I was 4 years old, I feel very fortunate. I have spent a lifetime roaming the streets of this world-class city. Contemplating my return to the city this weekend to watch the 49ers with my fellow locals, I just learned that San Francisco…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on January 26, 2013 at 11:44am — No Comments

13 Greatest Adventures For 2013 (And A Free Trip To One Of Them)

Though the odds have been bucked (there are bold travelers; and old travelers; but no old bold travelers), I’ve been reconnoitering the backs of beyond since the exordium of modern adventure travel, and have written about quite a few. I would imagine I could swing my Bic with the best of them. Nonetheless, I am daunted by Adventure Link, which boasts the world’s largest database of adventure travel trips and…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on January 15, 2013 at 6:23pm — No Comments

Tanzania's Singita Grumeti Game Reserves: Exotic Splurge of a Lifetime

Many of us have been fortunate enough to have been on safari in Africa - some of us more than once. An African safari is something that should be on everyone's bucket list.  I have been fortunate enough to have been on a hot-air balloon over the Masai Mara - truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But all safaris, safari lodges, and games reserves are clearly not all alike. Once in a while you just have to live like a star.



But even if you're not Brad and Angelina, but just have…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on January 14, 2013 at 8:00am — No Comments

Falcon Crest Lodge Offers Spectacular Panaramic Views of the Candian Rockies

Spacious Suites with Panoramic Mountain Views

 



The Canadian Rockies have served as backdrop for a number of films, perhaps most notably Brokeback Mountain, in which the landscape almost becomes a supporting character. Watching a movie, however, is a far cry from experiencing the mountains' thrilling majesty in real life. Set near glacier lakes and coniferous forests, the Falcon Crest Lodge affords visitors this very opportunity. Private…
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Added by Nicholas Kontis on January 9, 2013 at 11:00pm — 1 Comment

“Orange October” in San Francisco

October in the City by the Bay - I just can’t say enough about it. Getting a late Indian summer means warm days in October. This year the city would host the America’s Cup yacht race trials and the annual Naval “Fleet Week,” complete with the Blue Angels buzzing over San Francisco Bay, all on the same weekend. San Francisco is one of world’s favorite cities. October weekends include street fairs, music festivals, food and beer festivals, and more. The city comes to life with warm days and…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on December 27, 2012 at 10:24am — No Comments

Win A Trip for Two To South America – Bring Your Sense of Adventure to Life with Legendary Travel Pioneer and Award-Winning Filmmaker and Author Richard Bangs!

Have you dreamed of going to visit the breathtaking sites of South America? Well, now is your chance. Enter our sweepstakes by January 18 for a chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for two to one of South America’s greatest wonders. You’ll choose from four incredible destinations: Iguazu Falls in Brazil and Argentina,…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on December 24, 2012 at 10:47am — No Comments

The Fisherman's Outlet, A Downtown Los Angeles Dining Icon

Located 10 minutes from downtown Los Angeles, the Fisherman's Outlet is one of L.A.'s favorite seafood lunch restaurants, an iconic L.A. eatery and  "fish heaven" to Angelenos and tourists alike since 1961. The location may not be the best in L.A,  located near Little Tokyo and  Skid Row - so why do people come from throughout the L.A. area to this seedy neighborhood? For mouth-watering seafood cooked to perfection. Open for lunch only, be prepared to wait in line during the lunch rush hour,…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on December 11, 2012 at 11:05am — 1 Comment

Nick's Picks: La Dolce Vita Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Sometimes even living in a nation with arguably one of the best cuisines on the planet, I still crave something other than delicous tacos and some of the freshest sea food on the planet. After all, variety is the spice of life.

Table with a view

On Puerto Vallarta's malecón (boardwalk) lies one of the my favorite Italian restaurants in the…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on December 2, 2012 at 1:20pm — No Comments

10 California Outdoor Destinations Not To Miss

To be a native Californian, one grows up with an appreciation for outdoor spaces. Where else can you surf and ski in the same day or climb a waterfall and be in the desert in a matter of hours. California, “The Golden State”  that brings us Hollywood, Cable cars reaching for the stars, up San Francisco hills, fine wine, technology that charges the world, also gives us some of the greatest outdoor spaces that rival any destination on the planet. In California you’re never far from nature.…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on November 24, 2012 at 6:07pm — 1 Comment

Around the World in 4 Days at London's World Travel Market 2012 (Photos)

Once again I can say that "I survived WTM London." World Travel Market, the leading global event for the travel industry is held every year in November at London's Excel conference center. WTM is a vibrant must-attend four-day business-to-business event, presenting a diverse range of destinations and industry sectors to travel professionals from over 160 countries. By attending WTM, participants gain immediate competitive advantage for their business and stay abreast with the latest…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on November 14, 2012 at 4:01pm — 2 Comments

Playa del Carmen's Alux Restaurant & Lounge: Not Your Average Mexican Watering Hole

 

Get in a cab and take a short taxi ride from Playa Del Carmen for a truly unique experience. Alux Restaurant & Lounge Noy is an underground bar, where you might need to go by a candlelight. Overcoming the stairsis half the battle and brings you to the hall, filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Alux (pronounced “ah-LOOsh») – a whole…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on November 6, 2012 at 7:59am — No Comments

World Airport Awards 2012 - What's Your Favorite Airport?

In a gala ceremony held at Passenger Terminal EXPO in Vienna, the World Airport Awards were announced by SKYTRAX. These are most coveted awards for the airport industry, and this was underlined by a record attendance at the ceremony for airports and airport hotels from across the globe. Take a tour around the Awards website to find out which airports have been named as the world's Best!

The World Airport Awards™ are the most prestigious recognition of quality for…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on October 22, 2012 at 1:08pm — No Comments

Egypt in a Nutshell - Affordable Tours in the Land of the Pharaohs

Special Offer - Egypt in a Nutshell - 8 Days - For those without a lot of time this is the perfect trip to experience the diversity of Egypt in a short time. Visit Cairo, Alexandria, Baharaia Oasis and Luxor.  Prices start from 504 USD for single occupancy / 396 USD for double occupancy.  Trip must be reserved by 30 November and travel must be completed by 31 December…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on October 15, 2012 at 12:41pm — No Comments

Go Ahead and Jump! Getting Airborne on Australia's Sunshine Coast

Skydive Ramblers Sunshine Coast

Discover why Skydive Ramblers at Coolum Beach on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia is Famous For Fun...

Get airborne and take in the views of Coolum, Noosa, Caloundra, Mooloolaba, Bribie Island, Redcliffe, Moreton Island, and even Brisbane and Double Island Point on a clear day.

Ramblers is…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on October 15, 2012 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Get Wet – Take a Splash at an L.A. Hotel Pool Party

The hipsters in L.A. know where to hang out and where to find a good pool party. Los Angeles is trendy, warm and fun. On weekends, Los Angeles’ vibrant hotel scene becomes “party central” at some of L.A.’s luxury hotels have the vibe is everything but relaxing. Complete with hot girls and guys, tequila and jelly shots, sliders by the pool.

Summer has come and goen to most of the U.S., but from downtown Los Angeles to Santa Monica, the fun in the sun is just beginning.

Here are…

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Added by Nicholas Kontis on October 12, 2012 at 4:21pm — No Comments

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