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Taking a Trip to Madrid? Don't Miss Retiro Park

By: Linden Walhard

A trip to Madrid, Spain wouldn’t be the same without a stroll through the magnificent Parque del Buen Retiro. The park is home to sculptures, monuments, lakes, and botanical gardens and the atmosphere comes ...
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Major Cities Not The Focus For Ecotourism

By: Clinton Maxwell..

In just a few short years, the ecotourism industry, if it can already be called that, has developed a regular revenue stream. Among the sources of income in addition to actual ecotourism travel, are Rufford Small ...
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Outdoor Activities in Louisiana Remain In Tact

By: Dani Copas

The devastation left in the wake of Hurricane Katrina will literally take a decade or more to repair. Even then, many traditional areas of New Orleans may never again be rebuilt due to insurance concerns about the water levels ...
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Destination Weddings in Hawaii

By: Wally Walklate

The very thought of Hawaii brings to the mind thoughts of fun and frolic amongst the waving palm tress, soft, sandy beaches and the dancing girls. By the way, "aloha" is Hawaiian for love besides having other ...
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Sep 23, Pulau Pangkor, a perfect holiday destination on the best island in Malaysia

09/23/2008, 06:16 | Pulau Pangkor Blog


Pulau Pangkor in Malaysia offers a fantastic holiday vacation for everyone who wants to go somewhere out of the ordinary




Sep 23, Diving in Malaysia is like diving in an open water aquarium

09/23/2008, 04:59 | Pulau Pangkor Blog


Diving in Malaysia, diving at Langkawi, Penang, Redang, Tioman and Perhentian, an overview


If You're Coming to Sydney, Make Sure You've Got the Right Sydney

09/23/2008, 00:00 | Australia New Zealand Travel


Just recently, a South American tourist planning to visit Australia landed at Sydney airport. Only problem was she landed in Sydney on Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia. It wasn't the first...

Ready to Travel Where the Animals Rule?

09/22/2008, 16:13 | Adventure Travel


Do visions of watching sharks circle you -- while you're in a dive cage -- give you an adrenalin rush? How about photographing some of the million-plus wildebeest trampling the...

Auschwitz-Birkenau at Risk in the Event of Flooding

09/22/2008, 14:37 | Eastern Europe for Visitors


Increasingly aberrant weather patterns may put Poland's Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum in danger. If the nearby Vistula River floods, experts say, the former Nazi death camp could see major damage....

In-Flight Chatter

09/22/2008, 11:59 | Business Travel


According to a new Bureau of Transportation Statistics report, American travelers are divided on whether or not cell phones should be used in-flight. Personally (even as a frequent business traveler)...

Airlines Impose More Baggage Fees

09/22/2008, 11:19 | Caribbean for Visitors


Continental Airlines and Frontier Airlines have joined the ranks of airlines charging to check any luggage: both airlines are now charging $15 for the first checked bag on flights within...

"Nightline" Travels Into The Wild

09/22/2008, 10:58 | Adventure Travel


ABC's Nightline show is traveling "Into the Wild" this week. Tonight's show focuses on journalist Dan Harris' Jungle Journey: Living With an Isolated Indian Tribe, covering his trip to...

Storm Lashes Puerto Rico, Could Strengthen

09/22/2008, 07:49 | Caribbean for Visitors


A tropical wave currently dumping heavy rains on Puerto Rico could strengthen into a tropical storm, the National Hurricane Center says. The storm is also bringing rain to the U.S....

Looking for Travel Ideas - New 7 Wonders of the World

09/22/2008, 03:36 | About Air Travel


If you are thinking of planning a wondrous trip and looking for inspiration, then checking out some of the new 7 Wonders of the World that were decided last summer...

DayJet Stops Flying, Ceases Operations

09/21/2008, 16:26 | About Air Travel


Dayjet, a small airline based in Florida, has ceased operations. I've linked to a lengthy press release detailing the airline's shutdown. On the website - "Unfortunately, DayJet is unable to honor...

Macau Hotels Discount Booking

09/21/2008, 08:34 | Macau Tourism and Travel Guide


Many of the best Macau Hotels are located right in the city of Macau on the peninsula

Macau Map Finder - Macau Maps and Resources | Ola Macau Travel Guide

09/21/2008, 08:05 | Macau Tourism and Travel Guide


OlaMacauGuide offers Your Comprehensive Macau Maps and Resources. OlaMacau Eyewitness Tourism and City Guide

Russian Food in Columbus, Ohio

09/20/2008, 22:43 | Eastern Europe for Visitors


If you're in the neighborhood, Ohio's capital city is now home to a Russian restaurant called "Hawa Russia" (Nasha Rossiya). The restaurant is extremely new, so some of its kinks...

Travis Barker and DJ AM Injured in Plane Crash

09/20/2008, 21:37 | About Air Travel


Travis Barker, formerly of Blink 182, and DJ AM, ex-fiance of Nicole Richie were critically injured in a plane crash that killed four - including both pilots on board. Apparently, the...

Airlines in Canada Drop Fees

09/20/2008, 17:35 | About Air Travel


As several airlines in the United States continue to increase fees, despite the recent drop in fuel prices (United Airlines jacked up their fee on a second piece of checked...

$999 Club Med Deal Includes Air, Room, Food, Drinks, Activities

09/20/2008, 14:12 | Caribbean for Visitors


Club Med's new $999 Air-Inclusive Fall Deal includes air travel from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., a seven-night stay at the Club Med Columbus Isle resort in the Bahamas, and all meals,...

Spring into Victoria's Spring Racing Carnival

09/20/2008, 00:00 | Australia New Zealand Travel


Victoria's Spring Racing Carnival is launched at Federation Square on October 1 with a horse racing program at various Victorian racetracks. The spring racing program continues until November 19. The big race...

Sep 19, Why not shop for Dominican Craft items and Dominican products online?

09/19/2008, 21:37 | The Dominican Visitor


Buy genuine hand-made Dominican Craft items, such as Amber and Larimar jewelry, and more, here now!

Caribe Hilton in San Juan Offers Incentives for Fall Travel

09/19/2008, 14:12 | Caribbean for Visitors


San Juan, Puerto Rico is a great destination for an inexpensive weekend Caribbean getaway, with lots of flights from the U.S. and being little more than three hours by air...

Winter Baseball in the Dominican Republic

09/19/2008, 11:28 | Caribbean for Visitors


The Major League Baseball pennant chase has entered its stretch run, and in a few short weeks the 2009 World Series will be history. But that doesn't mean you have...

Mass Transit: Breeding Ground for Flu?

09/18/2008, 16:15 | ABC News: Travel Index


As more people opt to take buses and trains, some warn of cold and flu spread.

Airports Go Green with Eco-Friendly Efforts

09/18/2008, 15:54 | ABC News: Travel Index


From low-flush toilets, to turbines and solar panels airports are cutting costs.

After Blaze, Big Sur Tourism Reignites

09/18/2008, 15:54 | ABC News: Travel Index


Scorched by wildfires, the famous Cali. coastline still lures fall visitors.

FAA: Chicago Needs New Airport

09/18/2008, 14:39 | ABC News: Travel Index


Number of air travelers could double to 1 billion annually over next decade.

Free Nights, Credits at Sheraton Nassau

09/18/2008, 14:07 | Caribbean for Visitors


The Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort in the Bahamas is offering both free nights and resort credits to entice travelers to visit now through Dec. 19. Guests who pay for three...

Do Adventure Travelers Have an Extra Dose of Adrenalin?

09/18/2008, 13:41 | Adventure Travel


Sarah Staples's "Vacationing on the Edge" article in Thursday's Globe and Mail dials in on the adrenalin throbbing through the veins or extreme adventurers. She's talking about the...

Rent a Vacation House: Top 10 Tips

09/18/2008, 12:39 | ABC News: Travel Index


Forget the hotel and save big money on a vacation home rental.

Up to 45% Off Airfare with Future Vacations Packages

09/18/2008, 09:51 | Caribbean for Visitors


Future Vacations is partnering with Delta Air Lines to offer air-land packages to 16 Caribbean destinations served by Delta, with up to 45% off airfares. Destinations include Aruba, Bermuda, Barbados,...

Airfare Specials this Week

09/18/2008, 02:53 | About Air Travel


Not a great week for air travel - again, as Ike hits hard, Alitalia slows down operations, and Excel Airways (UK) goes under. So, time to find something good -...