Often I find myself so bored on long flights, and after watching every home improvement show and playing the in-flight trivia game about 100 times, I always wish there was something more productive to do with my time. In an article called “Long Haul Language Learning”, Phil Davies wrote, “Interactive language tutorials are being introduced […]
Celeste Brash wrote a GoNOMAD mini-guide called Tahiti Iti: The Forgotten Island, with some helpful tips as to why and when to go to the island. She wrote, “WHY GOBy-passed by the tourist industry, this magnificent region boasts clear waters, waterfalls, archeological sites and caves. This is not the glamorous Tahiti of tourist brochures, but […]
McDonald’s-Russia McDonald’s- Japan McDonald’s-Thailand If you ever find yourself homesick, or unable to find identifiable meals in a foreign country, don’t worry…there is likely a McDonald’s not too far away. The McDonald’s website even offers a listing of every McDonald’s in the world, by country, state, or address. In an article called, “In Bed with […]
If you are looking for a place to party hard, Oktoberfest is one of the world’s most famous celebrations. Oktoberfest takes place once a year in Munich, in Southern Germany. In an article on bootsnall.com, an independent travel site, Geoff Clelland said, “The actual fair grounds where the drinking happens are made up of 9 […]
In an article called, “Blogging is next big thing,” Ginny McGrath wrote, “Consumers will increasingly make decisions about travel according to the recommendations of strangers on the web. This was the message from the speakers taking part in this week’s EyeForTravel Summit in London, who talked of the increasing importance of “blogging”. Speaking at the […]
In an article written my David Wilkening called, “Supreme Court: Cruise Ships Must Help Handicapped”, he wrote, “The US Supreme Court ruled that international cruise lines sailing in US waters have to provide better access for wheelchair passengers. In a 5-4 decision, the nation’s highest court agreed with disabled rights advocates who argued inadequate ship […]
Wedding at home cost a ton of money, as well as often lack the excitement couples want when they make such a sacred vow. Traveling for one’s wedding has become quite popular. According to an article called, “Survey Highlights Exotic Wedding Locations” on travelmole.com, it says, “Unusual and adventurous” wedding ceremonies in exotic locations are […]
Pink Sands Resort, Bahamas Pink Sands on Harbour Island in the Bahamas is a place where celebrities often go to relax for a weekend. But the resort is not exclusive to the famous, anyone can visit. In an article in Distinction Magazine from May 2005, called, “The Bahamas’ Out Islands Are In”, Judith Kirkwood wrote, […]
A Chicago Tribune a list called, “Hiker heaven, worldwide” named the top ten hikes in the world from National Geographic Adventure Magazine. They are: 1. Buckskin Gulch, Utah2. John Muir Trail, CA3. Kalalau Trail, Kauai, Hawaii4. McGonagall Pass, Denali, Alaska5. Fitz Roy Grand Tour, Argentina6. Kungsleden, Sweden7. Mt. Everest Base Camp Trek, Nepal8. Mt. Kilimanjaro, […]
El Monte Sagrado, Taos In an article called, “Art and History Meet in Taos,” Mary Elisabeth Pitz wrote, “I love Taos, especially off season: There’s no pressure to fly down ski slopes or hike from morning to night. There is, instead, every reason to live the Taos life—visiting galleries, eating and savoring the beauty of […]