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Napa Valley – A Guide to a Romantic Wine Getaway

2012-02-07 by Guest Author

Vineyard Kiss

Spend Valentine’s Day wine tasting with your loved one.

Tags: napa valley, romantic vacations, travel, Valentine's Day, wine tasting

Eco-Friendly Gadgets to Take With You On Your Travels

2012-02-06 by Guest Author

iPhone greenery.

Seeing the world is undeniably one of the greatest pleasures life brings. It’s an eye-opening, life affirming experience that may well leave you with you your greatest memories ever. Yet a niggling feeling often comes with the territory – you know deep down that despite your best hippie-throwback like intentions, travelling just isn’t that eco-friendly.

Tags: conservation, eco devices, eco fun, eco travel, ecotravel, green, green tech, green travel, travel gadgets, travel tech, travel technology

Deadliest Animal Top Trumps

2012-02-04 by Guest Author

honey badger

For adventurous wildlife lovers, a trip abroad presents an exhilarating and rewarding challenge where the natural world opens up to reveal a splendid array of memorable and moving moments.

Top 5 Activities for a Holiday in Toronto

2012-02-04 by Guest Author

toronto cn tower

Always charming Toronto: 5 must see attractions that are accessible even for wheelchair users.

Tags: must see attractions, toronto

10 Romantic Valentines Day Getaways

2012-02-03 by Guest Author

Agios Nikolaos Crete

While the typical Valentine’s Day date is a romantic dinner at a local restaurant, taking a getaway can be the perfect way to reconnect with a spouse or significant other.

Tags: romance, travel, Valentine's Day, Valentine's getaways

An Englishman in Berlin

2012-02-03 by Guest Author

Brandenburger Tor

A personal experience in a city where personal is just a buzzword.

Tags: Berlin, personal travel

Best iPhone Apps for Cruisers

2012-01-31 by Guest Author

Deck Director App

Cruising the open ocean on a huge and luxurious ship that sports everything from a full dinner theater to an on-deck pool is the relaxing vacation method of choice for many people all over the world; the real trick is learning how to make the most of your experience, both on the ship and off.

Tags: cruise apps, cruise tools, gadgets, icruise, mobile apps, mobile for travel, sailing apps, seagoing apps, travel apps, travel tools, vacation apps

Geocaching Technology Changing the Way You Tour

2012-01-25 by Guest Author

geocache box

If you ever have even 15 minutes of free time and catch the adventure bug, whip out your smartphone and experience geocaching.

Tags: geocaching, travel technology

Weird Glasses: 5 Gadgets to Take on Your Trip

2012-01-24 by Guest Author

Video glasses courtesy cat's box

The world is changing, thanks to technology that has been adapted to fit everyday needs and desires of an advanced consumer market. When it comes to travel, portability is the name of the game, and you can find some amazing gadgets out there to take along with you anywhere.

Tags: glasses, pack tools, suitcase tools, tourism tools, travel gadgets, travel technology, traveling abroad, vacation gadgets, vacation tools

Take a Walk on the Quiet Side – Relaxing Holidays in the Great Outdoors

2012-01-19 by Guest Author

Nicosia

From Cyprus, to Switzerland and France, our guest author, Matthew, plans his holidays in the great outdoors, to enjoy nature, and some of the most romantic spots around.

Tags: Cyprus, france, Relaxing Holidays, swiss

Budget Travel a Strong Industry for 2012

2012-01-09 by Guest Author

budget travel

With the onset of 2012 came the trepidation of an economic slump, however not all industries and businesses will be equally affected by the predicted financial downturn.

Tags: budget travel, travel 2012, travel trends 2012

Shipwreck Diving in Malta: Three Great Underwater Destinations

2012-01-06 by Guest Author

Blue lagoon at Comino island

An avid scuba diver looking for a unique diving experience this summer need not look further than Malta.

Tags: Shipwreck Diving in Malta

Ice Ice Baby – Fantastic Holidays for Snow Seekers

2012-01-05 by Guest Author

ice fishing

It’s OK, you can come out. There’s no sign of Vanilla Ice (or Jedward!) in sight…just fantastic adventure travel options.

Tags: Holidays, travel, travellling, winter

Moorish Influence, More-ish City – A Brief Guide to Faro

2011-12-22 by Guest Author

Old Town Faro

Taking a look at the city of Faro in Portugal and why its worth stopping over on your way to the Algarve.

Tags: algarve, city breaks, faro, portugal, travel, travel guides

How to Find the Loch Ness Monster

2011-12-21 by Guest Author

Loch Ness Monster

Is Nessie out there – or was she? To find out, you’re going to need a hardy seafaring crew, some waterproof technology and a rather large fishing rod…

Tags: activity holidays, days out, gadgets, how to, loch ness monster, paranormal, tech, unexplained

The Best Kept Secret in Ski Getaways

2011-12-20 by Guest Author

Skiiers and snowboarders are sure to be interested in this little-known ski resort recently named “2011-2012’s Best-Kept Secret” by Ski Magazine.

Tags: getaway, resort, resort stay, resorts, ski, ski resorts, skiing, travel, vacation, vacation destinations

Swiss Bliss – The 10 Best Things to Do in Geneva

2011-12-19 by Guest Author

CMS Detector at LHC, CERN

With the crisp Alpine air, stunningly picturesque setting and truly cosmopolitan sophistication of Geneva just a quick and inexpensive flight away, there innumerable reasons to visit this beautiful Swiss city.

Tags: city breaks, Europe, geneva, switzerland, travel

A Very Cultural Christmas – Fantastic European Xmas Trips For Schools

2011-12-17 by Guest Author

Christmas in Berlin

The towns and cities of Europe really come alive this time of year and from festive markets to interactive museums, kids and teachers alike will be in for a decorated delight.

Tags: Christmas, festive fun, school trips, travel

Non-traditional Lodging Brings an Alternative Twist to Travel

2011-12-16 by Guest Author

Condos and apartments in Cabo San Lucas

Thinking outside the box is the best way to travel. It saves money and opens doors to rich cultural experiences, and even some adventure.

Tags: house swaps, lodging, timeshare

Diving with Sharks on South Africa’s Aliwal Shoal

2011-12-15 by Guest Author

sharks

On the Aliwal Shoal, 3km/5miles off Umkomaas on Kwa-Zulu Natal’s south coast, you can experience the thrill of diving with ragged-tooth sharks.

Tags: Aliwal Shoal, diving with sharks, South Africa

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