Archive for March, 2008

Aruba: A Tropical Paradise Getaway

March 29, 2008 posted by TK
Beach Travel, Caribbean, North America

Located off the coast of Venezuela, and forming a part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, is the booming tourist island of Aruba. With sandy beaches, warm temperatures year round, and a rich history that many tourists find fascinating, an Aruba resort vacation is the ticket to rest and relaxation. From sea diving to basking in the warm sun, miles of clear blue water await you, as does the pampering Aruba resort. Fun things to do while you're in Aruba:

Have some fun in the sun with water sports, such as deep sea fishing, sailing, windsurfing and kite surfing,A and scuba...
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Pack Lighter… It Saves Fuel

March 24, 2008 posted by TK
Ecotravel, Packing

I am a fairly simple packer when it comes to preparing for my trips. I take just what is needed and not much extra, making it easy for me to be ready for my cheap flights. Recently, I came across a nifty statistic that drove home the environmental importance of packing light: If just one passenger on each flight this year packed 1 pound less of luggage, we would save enough fuel to fly a 737 all away the round the world 474 times! So, the next time you are debating that third pair of shoes or the extra...

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Branson, Missouri: Scenic Home To Major Amusement Parks

March 20, 2008 posted by Lee Ann
North America, Theme Parks

Tucked away in the scenic Ozark Mountains in southern Missouri, the small city of Branson has put out the welcome mat for visitors for decades. Tourism is the big industry for this small town that swells far beyond its year round population each year. With multiple world-class amusement parks, live music venues, comedians, and other major attractions, Branson is the place to...

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An Ode to a Road

March 14, 2008 posted by Louise
Europe, UK

Wait, what? An ode to a road? What road could possibly be worthy of "an ode." The A272. Or at least that's what Pieter Boogart believes, and I, too, believe him. Boogaart's book, A272: An Ode to a Road, is designed to prove that the A272 "is the Epitome of England." I, following the instructions of the book, took a tour of the A272. It is a road that runs along the southern edge of Great Britain, from Poundford in East Sussex to Winchester. The first "chapters" of my travel brought me through many interesting cities and towns including Billingshurts, Newbridge, and Tillington....

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The Balsams- The perfect romantic getaway

March 7, 2008 posted by Bea
North America, USA

Up in New Hampshire's finest White Mountains, The Balsam's Grand Resort Hotel is an amazing hotel. Of course, the Mount Washington Hotel is right near by, but I do believe that both of these upscale hotels each has its own special identity. First of all, its award winning dining is to die for. The hotel offered delicious dishes and a multi-course meal. When I went there, they had a menu in which we picked which dish we wanted to eat out of a choice of three (or more) for each course. The Balsams offer quality rooms and a variety of public...

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