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I’ve been to London, Amsterdam, Rome and Paris and loved all of them, but really really really loved London….I can’t wait to go back!
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Article by Satish Negi
Touring and traveling is one of the most cherished hobbies and passion among people to enhance their view experience and knowledge about the world and various major places. Roaming around the world can be the most spectacular experience of a person’s life with a wide opportunity of exploring innumerable fantastic places around the world and getting the facts related to it to make it memorable trip for your life time. Various people possess a desire to roam around the world with their specific desired places but out of them all a visit to Europe is the most fantasized dream visit of people from all over the world to explore this most prominent continent in the world. A trip to Europe is like dream come true for various people.
Therefore if your are planning to have a tour in Europe than make sure that you visit all the major cities and places known and famous for its various ancient and contemporary achievements and belongings. To travel comfortably around all over the Europe it is mandatory that you should have a proper traveling guidance of the various routes towards the major cities and also about the various transport medium which can provide you best travel all over the Europe. Therefore there are various travel service providers in Europe that offer their up to mark travel services towards all the major rail routes like British rail in the Europe to make your Europe trip a memorable experience.
These travel agent companies offer easy ticket booking services to the major rail routes in Europe to provide you an easy, hassle-free and convenient travel around the various major beautiful cities in Europe. They provide a ticket service to Eurostar which is the premier high-speed train traveling between the major cities like London, Paris and Brussels. This trail delivers you a stylish travel around these cities in approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. You can get the fare details and confirm your tickets with these travel agents to ensure a comfortable journey for yourself in the Eurostar.
Besides, they offer tickets and passes to British rail to let you discover Britain comfortably and stylishly. With passes you own a freedom to travel anywhere among the varied options of destinations that British rail offers to you like England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales and others. Also they provide Eurail passes which is the cooperation of 25 European railways companies dedicated to provide discounted rail travel to people around Europe. Traveling with passes ensures a travel with great convenience and flexibility to explore your favorite destination around the Europe. So get your tickets and passes ready with your travel agent company to have an exceptional touring and traveling experience around the Europe.
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Article by Ivan Wyatt
Going back to Roman times, risks have been shared during times of tragedy and unforeseen circumstances, such as earthquakes, floods and the like. The first formal and recorded insurance company, Lloyd’s of London, was formed in 1769 and their founding principal remains intact today – to gather the premiums of clients as a pool of resources in order to return to clients who experience unexpected and unforeseen but covered events. So, that is the secret really, plan for the unexpected and unforeseen and make sure you’re covered, especially when you’re travelling. Whether your trip is a quick one or a round the world cruise, there are many good reasons for travel insurance. Here are just 7 things you should do before you buy your travel insurance:
Whatever you do, please explore the market and educate yourself with all the terms and terminologies of the travel insurance cover that will help you to avail the best travel insurance.
Certainly check what is included in your travel insurance policy but most importantly, check what is EXCLUDED from your travel insurance policy.
Research the area you are going to. What is the weather likely to be like? Is there any danger of hurricanes or tropical storms? Floods? How about Mosquito borne disease? What is the crime rate like? Whatever the perceived dangers your research uncovers then make sure that your travel insurance covers you for that eventuality. It is no good after the event to find out that you are not covered for rabid dog attacks (because there are so many in that particular area).
Discuss Your Existing Medical Conditions and Requirements – You need to carefully assess your likely medical requirements and make sure that these are declared to the travel insurance company.
If you intend to drive make sure that you are adequately covered. Many hire companies charge astronomic excesses in case of an accident. Make sure that you insured for that excess (and it will be a lot cheaper than paying the hire company’s rates for that same cover).
Make sure you have the necessary documentation for travel in that country. Take Spain for example which is part of the European community and will offer free health care say to a UK citizen on holiday or living there. There are certain conditions, one of which is that you must have a UK E111 form, if you don’t have that, you will not be treated. You must also go to a national health hospital, which are not in abundance in certain areas of Spain.
If travelling in Europe, it may pay to get a EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) as this will remove a lot of worry should you need any emergency treatment.
Okay, so there you have it. 7 things to do before buying travel insurance for the next trip you make. The other alternative of course is to not take out travel insurance, or to stay at home. Now, there’s an idea. But seriously, as always when taking out insurance, especially travel insurance, read the fine print first. Importantly, find out before you go what is excluded, not just included. So, always read the fine print. For example, accidental coverage is not provided in case of drunken driving, driving under the influence of narcotic substances etc. Exclusions are also provided for accidents during risky sports like bungee jumping, car racing, (insert for your favourite potentially dangerous sport here), scuba diving, white water rafting, flying (except as passenger in regular airliners), gliding, skiing, bike racing, diving, mountaineering, windsurfing etc. The list goes on. That means in case of accidents in these situations the insurance company is not liable to pay any amount to the insured.
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DOHA: Many Qataris and GCC citizens here say that they are planning to visit Egypt or Tunisia next summer as a way of supporting the tourism sector in these countries that remains badly hit by the recent uprising.
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Article by Jeff Halter
Pisa Italy is worth a visit…. yep, as in “The Leaning Tower of…” That’s why every tourist puts this Italian city on their itinerary isn’t it? There is more to Pisa than that tower, but come on… how much more iconic can you get? And if all you have time for is to see the tower…. well why not?
If you haven’t been, you might not even realize that there is much more just in the compound of the Campo dei Miracoli, or the Field of Miracles. Also known as the Piazza del Duomo, this green expanse is where the cathedral is… Duomo in Italian…. And the Leaning Tower is the campanile (the bell tower) for the Duomo.
You’ll also see the beautiful Baptistry and the Camposanto Monumentale, the Monumental Cemetery. The whole complex is a dazzling architectural display in white marble. OK, maybe that tower was an architectural project gone wrong, but it does draw tourists.
The Piazza dei Miracoli (another name you may find on maps!) is a wide walled area at the heart of the city. If you’re driving in, you will drive through the city.
The city was in its heyday during the 12th and 13th centuries when it was a maritime power. There are many piazzas and churches dating from that time that are interesting to visit if you have time. It’s crammed full of historical monuments and buildings dating back hundreds of years.
The city declined after its fleet was defeated by the Genoese, and the River Arno started changing course, causing the harbor to silt in. Much of the center of the city has maintained its medieval appearance.
Pisa is also known as a lively university town. Along this academic train of thought, the city was the birthplace of Galileo Galilei, and though he moved with his family to Florence at a young age, he was a professor of mathematics at the university at one time in the late 16th century.
There are plenty of ways to get to the area. You can fly into the International Airport Galileo Galilei from most European cities. I think most tourists would take the train from Rome or Florence… or opt to drive as we did.
There are tourist shops and places to eat around the edges of the piazza… These are tourist places, but they can be expedient if you’re just passing through to see the Leaning Tower and Duomo. It’s a bad joke, but we still say we had pizza in the Pisa piazza…. Sorry (really, I am!) You can find more information about the area at the main tourist information office at the Piazza dei Miracoli.
If I seem to be concentrating on the Leaning Tower… that’s what most tourists do… and what we did. One trip we were taking friends on a whirlwind tour of France and Italy. We didn’t want them to miss this, so we drove into town, parked and told them they had two hours to see the Leaning Tower.
That’s an extreme… and somewhat embarrassing example, but our point is, whether your time is long or short, we think you should see Pisa and its Leaning Tower.
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Article by Robert W. Benjamin
The next time you are in South Florida and are looking for something fun and exciting you may want to check out Xtreme Indoor Karting. This is one of the fastest indoor go kart tracks in the entire country and it will certainly get your adrenaline going when you are speeding up to 45 miles per hour around the asphalt track. The indoor track is ½ mile and with speeds this fast you will feel like you are truly driving a NASCAR! For those who don’t want to drive karts, or who want to take a break, there are more than 120 interactive arcade games to play.
Some companies may even choose to hold conferences in the Xtreme Indoor Karting building in one of the five available conference rooms. There are even two conference rooms that have skybox views of the indoor track. These rooms may also be used for parties, which can be a lot of fun. The Finish Line Sports Bar is also quite popular with visitors and can really add to the excitement with the plasma televisions, pool tables, and full liquor bar. This facility is 90,000 square foot and cost more than 4 million dollars!
The indoor karting is great with 40 European Bowman race karts. When you hit 45 mph around the ½ mile indoor track you will really feel like you are flying. There are specialty karts available, too for kids who are 8 and older. One feature the visitors really love is the driver printouts with race analysis as well as the scoreboard with live results.
Another great feature that is a lot of fun is the 18 hole indoor mini golf course. It’s great to take a break from racing to play a round or two of golf with the family or friends. There are also mini bowling lanes that kids and adults both really like. The race track is open seven days per week so you can head out any time you want between 12pm and 10 pm Monday through Thursday, with racing starting at 3pm. Friday and Saturdays the track is open 12pm through 12 am and on Sunday from 12pm through 10pm. Entrance costs .50 for the race license and head sock. For those who don’t pass the evaluation they can race for for 5 minutes of practice.
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If your idea of a great holiday is exploring the great outdoors, then Canada is the destination for you. There are lots of activities to experience and places to explore in Canada. From eagle spotting in British Columbia to snowboarding or climbing in the Rocky Mountains to a French experience in Quebec. Canada is the second largest country in the world but has a relatively small population so there are no crowd issues.
Outdoor sportsYou name an outdoor sport and chances are Canada offers it. From whitewater rafting to trekking through the tundra, skiing on snow-capped peaks to golfing in grasslands, and fishing on serene, inland lakes or lagoons.
After an adventurous day in the great Canadian outdoors, relax your muscles in a natural hot spring. Take your pick of hot springs in British Columbia, the Queen Charlotte Islands and Banff in Alberta.
Just remember, outdoor activities can affect your travel insurance. So before you go, make sure your travel insurance covers you for all the activities you plan to do on holiday.
Natural wondersWith 42 National Parks, Canada’s nature reserves cover an area roughly the size of New Zealand. There is plenty of fresh air, wildlife and natural wonders to discover including, the Rocky Mountains; Niagara Falls; the Great Lakes of Erie, Huron, Michigan, Ontario and Superior; the St Lawrence River; the Bay of Fundy; the Canadian Arctic and Quebec’s Percé Rock.
A taste of FranceQuebec is home to 85% of the seven million French-Canadians residing in Canada.Montreal is the second largest French-speaking city in the world but has a 50:50 French/British cultural split. Montreal is a melting pot of cultural experiences including the city’s famous jazz festival in June and July. Try a little French faire from a gourmet restaurant, or a traditional poitine (chips, gravy and melted cheese). There are plenty of fine French pastries and croissants on offer too.
A little historyCanada’s history is a rich tapestry of cultures. Thousands of years before Europeans landed on Canada’s shores, indigenous groups including the Acadia, Iroquois and Cree, made Canada their home. Inuit aboriginals also spread into Arctic Canada about a thousand years ago. Today, indigenous Indian communities in Canada are widely called the ‘First Nations’.England became aware of Newfoundland in 1497 when an Italian-born navigator John Cabot sailed from Bristol to the coast of North American. Cabot claimed Newfoundland for the English King, Henry VII but it was only in 1583 that it was declared an English colony. In 1534, the French explorer Jacques Cartier claimed the shores of the Gulf of St Lawrence for France. In the 1600′s a fierce rivalry between the French, English and Dutch sprang up around the lucrative fur trade. Their rivalry exploited existing rivalries among the indigenous Indian nations.
The Seven Year’s War broke out in 1756 between New France and the British Colonies. The British colonies were larger and economically stronger than New France so in 1759, Quebec fell to the British. The British also claimed all the French colonies east of the Mississippi River. Following the Seven Year’s War, acts were signed that joined or split provinces to form the Canada we know today.
In 1931, Canada gained autonomy from Britain. In 1982, Canada created a new constitution and declared independence from Britain. However, Canada remains part of the Commonwealth. First Nation, French, British and other European cultures plus Métis (a mix of American Indian and Euro-American) influences all remain strong.
From the mountains to the seaMost of the northern most part of the North American continent belongs to Canada. It has the world’s longest coastline stretching 202, 080 kilometres. Canada spans a massive territory between the Atlantic to the east and the Pacific to the west, with the US to the south, the Arctic to the north (the magnetic North pole lies in Canada), Alaska to the northwest and Greenland to the northeast.
The Appalachian Mountains stretch from the Atlantic Provinces to part of southern Quebec. The Great Lakes and St Lawrence River lie between the Canadian Shield, an immense rock base with hilly terrain and the Appalachian Mountains.
The interior is mostly vast plains naturally divided from east to west by the Rocky Mountains.Canada’s highest point is Mount Logan at 5,959 metres. Mount Logan forms part of the Saint Elias Mountains in Yukon Territory.
It is not just snow-capped peaks that line the Canadian horizon; Western Canada has volcanoes that form part of the Pacific Ring of Fire.
When to travelThe temperature in Canada swings from 40ºC to -40ºC. Spring can arrive as early as February on the west coast and as late as April in the rest of Canada.
Summer is from June to August and is the ideal time for trekking, golf and water sports. Autumn is spectacular in eastern Canada, with golden leaves crowning the trees and fairly pleasant temperatures.
Winter is when the ski season kicks off and can run from December to June in the hills and eastern Canada. From late October, the Canadian landscape is covered in a blanket of snow and temperatures head down below zero.
Travelling by planeYou can catch a flight to Toronto from London, Manchester, Cardiff, Exeter and Belfast.You can also get a direct flight from London to Ottawa, St Johns, Montreal, Halifax, Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton.
If you are travelling on a budget, check out cheap flights with Zoom and FlyGlobespan (possibly via the US) and tickets to Quebec with Air France (via France). For more flight options visit http://www.flightmapping.com/Canada.
PaperworkIf you hold a British passport, you do not need a visa to visit Canada unless you want to live or work there. If this is the case, you will need a residence or work permit. However, if you are a UK student between the ages of 18 -35, you could be eligible for a 3 -12 month Working Holiday Visa. For more information, visit http://www.canada.org.uk.
Canada travel information The FCO travel advice guide on Canada offers country-specific tips on travel health and how to avoid crime. For more information, visit http://www.fco.gov.uk.
For more exciting holiday ideas, visit http://www.explore.canada.travel.
Or if you want a travel guide to take with you on your trip, buy a copy of Lonely Planet’s Canada travel guide or The Rough Guide to Canada.
Travel insurance If you’re planning to take part in adventure or winter sport activities, there’s always an element of risk involved. So before you leave, make sure you have the right travel insurance cover. Most travel insurance companies offer quick and easy travel insurance quotes online. For a travel insurance quote and more information about the types of travel insurance available from Direct Line, visit http://www.directline.com/travel/welcome.htm.
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Article by Yoo Travel
When deciding that you are going to travel to see the many different beautiful landscapes of Europe, the mode of transportation will significantly impact your experience. Ever since the European Union formed, it has made traveling between different countries much more affordable. So whether you are on a romantic honeymoon with your fiancée, on a family vacation or just as a student back packing around, transportation does not have to put a dent in your wallet.
Taking the train through the various country sides is a pleasurable experience. Many different people of diverse economic statuses that you encounter along the way also prefer to travel by train. The appeal of visiting destinations that are completely culturally different from your home are the people that you encounter and the conversations you have along the way. You will find many different types of rail passes for your journey across Europe that will be affected by how many destinations you’d like to visit and the amount of people you travel with. The fares also take into consideration how many days you would like to travel for. Traveling by train can be more appropriate for individuals under the age of 26 because your Eurail Youth Pass will be for a discounted amount of Euros.
While you will not be able to simply look out the window and admire the various views of Europe, traveling by train at night will be considerably cheaper. When you travel at night, you will find that they have sleeper car accommodations. In these sleeper cars, there are bunks for you to energize in preparation of your day of sightseeing. The sleeper cars are not private, but the plus side is that you will not lose a day traveling and will be able to spend more time sight seeing. Taking the train will also deliver you and the people you are traveling with directly into the center of most cities. You will rarely find yourself in obscure destinations feeling lost and disoriented while trying to make your way back to the destination you actually want to end up in.
Most travelers will choose to travel by train; however what you sacrifice in comfort by taking coach, you will save in expenses. You can travel between many European cities by coach, since many companies will have organized coach routes. Taking coach will most likely be more appealing to students who are looking to save money on their trip. Coach also is more appropriate when your destination is not one of the major European cities, but a smaller town or land mark. Many times once you arrive by train, you will need to find another mode of transportation to get to the smaller location. Coaches will more likely deliver you directly. A few companies will also offer combinations of coach/train packages that ultimately will get you to both the larger and smaller destinations and will provide a cheaper rate altogether.
In the end, it comes down to price and comfort that will affect your decision of whether to go train or coach.
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When I use the phrase “Best European Cruise” I am not referring to the very best vacation money can buy, but rather the greatest amount of luxury and adventure to be found without slipping the restraints of your budget. As much as we’d like to be able to ignore our accountants and max out our credit cards it is an unrealistic dream, particularly in these difficult financial times. That being said, there is nothing stopping you from finding the best European cruise deal you can with the money you have available to you. Here are a few tips to going about that:
1 – Determine which ports of call you would like to visit.
Though the bulk of your time will be spent aboard the ship the highlights of your trip will be the time you spend visiting Europe’s amazing historic cities. If you’ve always wanted to see Rome, or Athens, or Barcelona then you need to plan your itinerary around one or many such destinations. Visiting the Sistine Chapel or St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome might bring you more joy than the rest of your journey combined, so you really need to focus in one this one aspect of your cruise planning more than any other. Don’t just concentrate on the cities in the Mediterranean basin. You can also enjoy wonderful cruises in the Baltic, Black or Caspian Seas. European river cruises are also immensely popular and are a fabulous way to explore inland Europe.
2 – Decide how long you want to be at sea.
A European cruise can vary widely in length from a quick 5 day trip to a voyages that last nearly a month. Obviously the longer the cruise the more money you can expect to pay. This is an important consideration in planning your trip. You don’t want to come halfway around the world just to turn around and head home a day after finally getting over your jet lag. On the other hand you don’t want to have to sell all your worldly possessions in order to finance your vacation. Find a compromise that will make the long journey worthwhile without leaving you in the poor house. If no such compromise exists then you might want to consider holding off and taking the trip at a later date.
3 – Figure out what luxuries and amenities you want aboard ship.
As I mentioned above the highlight of your trip will be the amazing cities you’ll visit, but don’t forget that much of your time will still be spent aboard ship. You want there to be enough to see and do to keep you from growing bored on your cruise. Find out what kind of entertainment each cruise line offers, what other amenities such as pools, hot tubs, fitness facilities, climbing walls etc. can be enjoyed, and what the dining experience will be like. Depending on the level of luxury the price can fluctuate significantly.
Ultimately choosing the best European cruise is in your hands. By following these simple steps you should be able to plan a cruise vacation that you will remember for a lifetime without putting undue financial stress upon yourself and your family.
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Some call it “paradise.” Others call it “heaven on earth.” Well, one thing is for sure, a Caribbean island travel is exactly what you need if you’re looking for beaches, boats, banks, bikinis, and other tropical vacation essentials.
Located right at the tip of South America and surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other, the Caribbean is not just the No. 1 playground for the Americas, but also comprises movie-set beauty, coconut tree-clad mountains, verdant valleys of sugarcane and bananas, and seashore galore. Even the cities here glow with glorious architecture and the towns dotting the region have been established long before the automobile.
The islands are awash with island-flavored culture with just the subtlest hint of European influence, and world-class hotels, resorts, restaurants, activities, attractions, and shopping. There are over fifty island destinations to choose for your Caribbean island travel and each has its own extensive catalogue of accommodations and activities for the Caribbean’s famous exotic warm weather.
Below are our top picks for an awesome Caribbean island travel:
New Providence, the Bahamas
Most visitors erroneously call it “Nassau” because the island is the site of the nation’s capital, which was named after the Dutch Prince of Orange-Nassau in 1695 after he took over the British throne. In truth, the island is New Providence where about two-thirds of the Bahamian population lives, and where millions of dollars are invested in Nassau, Cable Beach, and Paradise Island. In recent years, New Providence has created a name for itself as one of the top places to visit when on a Caribbean island travel.
Considered an offshore financial center, New Providence is most obviously a fabulous shopping bazaar and Caribbean island travel destination. Stroll along the world-famous Bay Street and side streets and bask in the Caribbean carnival atmosphere. Or visit one of the out islands of the Bahamas – the famous Nassau and Paradise Island, connected with each other by a bridge.
But while the Bahamas has plenty to offer, what it is really most famous for is its island groove. The drumbeat is the essence and the soul of Bahamian culture with the instrument setting the heartbeat for all Bahamian music, including rake ‘n scrape, Junkanoo and goombay.
Bermuda
An isolated paradise, Bermuda sits right in the middle of the great chasm – the Atlantic Ocean between North America and Europe. Couple that with a history of English settlement and you have an island that is as unique as its topography. This Caribbean island travel destination is spotlessly clean, quaint, orderly, and extraordinarily pretty. Think pink and green. Pink for the pastel shades that wash this 21-square mile island. And green for the color of money that Bermuda’s offshore banking and insurance sectors generate. Plus, it is only a convenient 2 ½ hour flight from most major cities on the US East Coast.
There are no slums, no billboards, and very, very few fast food outlets. Inconvenient? Not likely. Because all this is minor compared to the glorious sight this Caribbean island travel destination offers. From the colonial architecture of the tidy homes that line its roads to the fragrant tropical flowers – Bermuda is all beauty and grace.
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Complete video at: fora.tv Travel writer Rick Steves compares European drug policies to those of the United States, and calls for comprehensive reform of laws restricting use of soft drugs like marijuana. “There’s not a reservoir of people just wishing they could ruin their lives with drugs if only it was legal,” says Steves. —– Spending four months a year overseas, Rick Steves believes that thoughtful travel can expand our world view and shape how we address the political challenges that confront our country. This popular speaker returns to The Commonwealth Club to provide a unique perspective on how the other 96 percent of humanity views our country and why we should “challenge truths we were raised to think were self-evident” in order to become citizens of the planet. Rick Steves grew up in Edmonds, Washington and studied at the University of Washington where he received degrees in Business Administration and European History. Since 1973, he has spent 120 days a year in Europe. Today he employs 80 people at his Europe Through the Back Door headquarters in Edmonds where he produces 30 guidebooks on European travel, the most popular travel series in America on public television, a weekly hour-long national public radio show, and a weekly column syndicated by the Chicago Tribune.
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