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Archive for November, 2009

For 40 years, the Communist regimes in Eastern Europe
appeared unbreakable. The Iron Curtain began to crumble in 1989 and in merely one year, countries have left communism one after another, like domino pieces.

The emblem of the Cold War, Berlin Wall has been called the “physical representation” of the Iron Curtain. For 28 years, the enormous construction divided in two a city – Berlin and a country – Germany. The fall of the Berlin Wall is the most important symbol of the communist bloc failure.

The construction of the wall began on August 13, 1961 to stop the westward departure of the German people. In the east it was called “the anti-fascist protection wall” while in the west people named it “Wall of Shame”. Read the rest of this entry »

The city of Cairns in Australia is an ideal destination to indulge in the popular water pastime of Snorkeling with its clear waters and stunning coral reefs. Snorkeling is a popular pastime that is indulged by many around the world and Cairns is no exception in this regard. A popular destination for this pastime, this city has a lot to offer through its clear waters. It also has the distinction of providing some of the most easily accessed reefs in the world. Read the rest of this entry »

An instantly recognizable icon of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Tower pierces the sky of the city, standing far above the surrounding cityscape. Having been built in 1995 the tower stands at an impressive 421 metres which gives it the distinction of being the fifth tallest such tower in the world. When travelling in Kuala Lumpur this tower may appear taller than the Petronas Towers but this is simply an illusion as the former is built on the summit of a hill. Read the rest of this entry »

Lincoln Park

With one of the city’s longest stretches of traffic-free biking and designated bike lanes along many of the main streets, it’s no wonder Lincoln Park is a favorite Chicago neighborhood among avid cyclists and recreational bike riders alike. Paved paths crisscross the expansive namesake park, providing easy access to the site’s many attractions (such as the Lincoln Park Zoo, Conservatory and History Museum), and underground passes and a skywalk with ramps to North Avenue Beach make crossing busy Lake Shore Drive carefree. The bike trail along the edge of Lake Michigan has become a main artery for city cyclists heading south to downtown and beyond or north to Lakeview and other north side neighborhoods. Actually, the path is part of a continuous 18-mile-long lakefront bike trail that hugs the shoreline from the South Shore Cultural Center up to East Rogers Park. Read the rest of this entry »

As Aruba boasts a rich culture with strong Latin American, Caribbean and European influences, the island is home a wide array of unique traditions and events that can’t be found anywhere else. While exciting elements of Aruba’s culture are on display throughout the year, the holiday season features several events that highlight the island’s melting pot culture and diverse musical history. From the beginning of November until after the New Year’s holiday, bands and performers can be found at locations across the island, including many popular tourist destinations and even the resorts. Best of all, wherever visitors encounter Aruba’s holiday performers, they will be welcomed by locals to join in the island’s celebration of the holiday season. Read the rest of this entry »

An island state cum city located on the southern end of the Malay Peninsula, Singapore is Southeast Asia’s smallest nation with a land area of just over 700 square kilometers. During the past decade or so, Singapore has developed in to one of the world’s most significant economic and business centres. Considered by many to be the cleanest state in the world, Singapore has its fair share of attractions to keep the tourist interested.

Like for inhabitants of almost every other nation, Christmas is a really magical time for those in Singapore as well. From mid November, almost every shopping mall and store in Singapore begins preparing themselves for the event that is Christmas. Decorations start coming up, the sound of Christmas carols could be heard echoing through the streets, Christmas trees begin to spring up everywhere and of course Santa Claus begins to make guest appearances on almost every street corner! Read the rest of this entry »

Do you want romance? Whisk your other half away on a break to Paris. If there is one place that romance can be discovered, it is in Paris! So let us fly away, and have romance! There are many places in the world. Everywhere could have some aspect of romance, and they all would be valid. If we think of places for romance, some may say Paris, some may say Rome. However, we all know romance happens in Paris. It is truly the place to take your other half to, it is the place where romance can be illuminated, and the setting provides this.

The whole point to remember is all it takes is a decision to make it happen, and it doesn’t need months of planning! All you require is the time, the flight, hotel, and spending money. Now that you have your flights booked, and now that you have a hotel, it is time to consider what you may do in Paris. Now there is a lot to do. Read the rest of this entry »

Here are some insights on how to get the finest vacation deal for you and your spouse.

If you are looking for an affordable couple vacation package, it seems to be of no problem at all. In today’s date there are many affordable couple vacation packages available in the market. But beware- the packages which may look affordable at a glance may have hidden costs that are not included it in the package which eventually makes it expensive in the end. The catch is to find a really affordable couple vacation.

To make the vacation package affordable, plan the couple vacation package during off season. Prices are comparatively cheaper during off seasons. The mode of travel is other factor which affects the pricing of the vacation package. Do away with unnecessary expenses in the tour package. Read the rest of this entry »

Portugal has some of the most striking landscapes in Western Europe, but it has yet to acquire the fame and popularity of France and Spain as a walking destination. A Portugal hiking holiday can encompass many different experiences – walking along the legendary coast of the Algarve, trekking through little known parks in the north of the country, exploring dramatic river valleys, or just strolling around beautiful cosmopolitan cities. If you are looking for a truly beautiful place to go hiking, Portugal should be near the top of your list of places to go.

Here are a few of the regions you should consider when considering from a range of walking holidays in Portugal… Read the rest of this entry »

is the capital of Israel and is a must see for anyone visiting the country. It is not just that this city has many tourist attractions, it is also that it is quite simply, in the words of native Israelis, the heart of the country, Jerusalem. Car rentals are available in the nations capital wherever you need them and are a good idea, especially on Saturdays when the city slows down and there are no public buses running. Make sure that you do not drive your rental car into areas which are Orthodox on Friday nights or Saturdays though as that is likely to offend the local residents and could lead to unpleasant experiences (you will find that areas you should not drive into are typically blocked off anyway, so it’s unlikely you will go in by accident). Read the rest of this entry »