Holiday in Memphis

December 23, 2006 on 1:24 pm | In Travel | Comments Off

If you have passion for music and in its history, you must not miss the chance to visit Memphis. Its legacy is celebrated everyday at numerous clubs along Beale Street and in various museums, including Sun City which kick-started the career of many a rock god. Elvis’s home, Graceland is second most visited house in the country after the White House in Washington. Graceland attracts visitors from around the world who crave for a glance into the life of “the King.

Memphis After Sunset
Other attractions that must be visited include Memphis Zoo and Libertyland Amusement Park - sure to be admired with all the family. There are also dozens of scrumptious restaurants, atmospheric bars and fantastic shopping. There are abundant restaurants, serving everything from Russian to Greek to Japanese.
Memphis has some special Christmas plans for visitors, so do visit the city during this weekend!

Take A Break, Spend Your Weekend at Seward!

December 19, 2006 on 2:46 am | In Travel | Comments Off

The heavnely seaside city, adjacent to Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Mountains, Seward can be a beginning for ample of exciting adventures, including glacier skiing and viewing and guided kayak tours. In contemporary times Seward is still the first stop for many visitors to the Kenai. From here they can drive to Exit Glacier, experience a ride behind a team of sled dogs or cruise the sea fishing for halibut or watching for whales.

Resurrection River
Naturally fascinating Kachemak State Park offers extreme outdoor fun, with miles of excellent backcountry hiking trails. Discover nearby Halibut Cove, a unique fishing and artists’ enclave where the roads are made of water. Though small, Seward offers an excellent selection of restaurants, galleries, shops and museums, which are sure to capture even the most confirmed urbanites.

Holiday At Savannah

December 18, 2006 on 5:50 am | In Travel | Comments Off

Sensual Savannah’s blend of graciously retained antebellum mansions, exquisite waterfront, pristine beaches, massive churches, fanciful little shops, and colonial architecture have long made it a famous holiday destination.
The Historic District of Savannah is sparkling with creativity, art, culture, and live theater and is the perfect weekend destination. Many people who come to visit this exceptionally beautiful city end up falling in love with it and shift here to live in for lifetime. Savannah has hundreds of interesting sites to visit including more than twenty city squares, monuments, parks, Historic Homes, Churches & Forts and the largest National Historic Landmark District in the USA.

Golden Dome
Though Savannah is not an adventure destination, but visitors can enjoy hiking, biking and swimming at the nearby Skidaway Island State Park.
If you have a desire to cherish the beauty of nature, you must visit Savannah.

Watch Incredible Beauty of Yosemite National Park

December 14, 2006 on 12:23 pm | In Travel | Comments Off

Generally seen on the screensavers of your computer screens, Yosemite National is an incredibly beautiful place. Yosemite National Park is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the USA.
Entry to Yosemite Park now costs $10 per person or $20 per vehicle for a 7-day permit. Yosemite Valley is the treasure of the park and you should undoubtedly stopover at this exquisitely beautiful natural attraction. Whether you take the shuttle bus or drive the loop yourself, you can stop oftenly and stroll to diverse scenic points that display the superlative panorama. There are a number of short easy trails that lead to spectacular viewpoints and scenic attractions. Some of them are wheel-chair accessible.
Yosemite Valley
El Capitan near the entry to Yosemite Valley, mounts absolutely vertical. El Cap pulls mountain climbers from all around the world for the quintessence of “big-wall” climbing. From the parking lot on the valley floor, you can just scarcely see the tiny figures of the climbers on the face, yet you can listen to their reverberated shout to each other from a mile distance.
At night, lights twinkle like stars on the cliff face from the cocooned climbers as they bivouac while balanced on subtle strands of rope attached to bolts in the wall.
Yosemite Valley’s natural beauty and hiking on mountains will definitely take your heart away. So, don’t miss this exceptionally beautiful destination.

Weekend Getaway at Casper, Wyoming

December 13, 2006 on 12:32 pm | In Travel | Comments Off

Nestled on the North Platte River in the heart of Wyoming, beautiful Casper city is bordered with spectacular mountain panorama. Wear your cowboy boots and travel back to the Wild, Wild West in this frontier city, restrained, of course, but with the western spirit alive and kicking. If your weekend getaway to Wyoming’s capital and largest city starts on Friday, take the whole family to the Friday night rodeo to get in the spirit of things. History buffs wouldn’t be disappointed, from numerous options to visit historical buildings, few are Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum, the Corinthian-style Capitol building or the Historic Governor’s Mansion.

National 9 Casper
Nowadays, along with its rich, cultural heritage, Wyoming’s second-largest city offers a range of sightseeing and outdoor activities. There is a plethora of family-oriented attractions, but if children want something all their own, show them to the IKON Center for arcade games, laser tag and more. Whether it is rodeos, golf, parks, national forests, museums or symphony, there’s no shortage of choices here to plan a far-fetched weekend.

While in Portsmouth

December 12, 2006 on 12:39 pm | In Travel | Comments Off

Put on your walking shoes, breathe in the ocean air and move out to explore this quaint marine town. Either you can join any organized walking tours or discover the city on your own. Portsmouth is a hub of old homes and museums, and you will have your pick of enthralling historic sites. Climb aboard the USS Albacore, a retired U.S. Navy submarine offering tours and exhibits

Portsmouth. Visit an 18th-century garden, striking stairway and period furniture at the Moffatt Ladd House, the home of William Whipple, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, or follow a costumed guide through the John Paul Jones House, home of the Revolutionary War naval hero.
Portsmouth’s festivals, museums, beaches, music of hall will keep you engaged during your vacation here. Visit Portsmouth and get acquainted with warm hospitality and scenic beaches.

Spending a Weekend at Carson City

December 12, 2006 on 11:28 am | In Travel | Comments Off

If you are looking for a place where you could relax in the lap of nature, learn a lot about history and being warmly served, Carson City is the destination. An excursion to the city is a living history lesson. One need only jump on the Kit Carson Trail downtown, which passes old mansions, courthouses, a depot and a brewery, to experience a taste of life in the Old West. Other historic landmarks, cultural heritage centers and museums dot the landscape around town.

Cactus Jose Casino
Besides history chapters, city has a lot to offer. The city is recognized for the Divine Nine, a group of top-rated area courses premeditated by specialists such as Arnold Palmer, Johnny Miller and John Harbottle and set amid the outstanding Sierra Mountains. After a little golf, gambling or sightseeing, spend some down time at the Carson City Hot Springs. You will come forward feeling relaxed, refreshed and ready for more exhilarating endeavors.

San Antonio

December 9, 2006 on 2:11 pm | In Travel | Comments Off

If you ever fantasized a place where the sights, sounds and flavors of Hispanic, Native American, and European cultures blend smoothly with the hubbub of a contemporary city, it would certainly like San Antonio.

San Antonio

Every year millions of people come to visit the shining star of Texas, and reasons are all known. The Alamo, a famous fort where Texans fought sternly for independence from Mexico, is just one of the many historic landmarks the city has to offer. Illuminate a candle at the bravura San Fernando Cathedral or peruse adobe architecture, exhibits and period furnishings at the Casa Navarro State Historical Park. Festivals such as the Texas Folklife Festival and Fiesta San Antonio preserve the city’s diverse cultures. Today, telecommunications goliath AT&T and NBA heroes the Spurs bring San Antonians together, as does the city’s signature River Walk. This 2.5 mile row of restaurants, bars, and shops along the San Antonio River provides the ideal place for the city to muddle up.

Explore this unique blend of sundry cultures; plan your next vacation at San Antonio.

Visit America’s Desert Playground – Palm Springs

December 7, 2006 on 1:17 pm | In Travel | Comments Off

You may memorize Palm Springs as a long-ago resort for Hollywood’s brightest stars. The city’s classic architecture has an eternal, retro quality that generates its own share of visitors. Palm Springs offers miles of palm-lined canyons, tumbling waterfalls, desert flora, and big horn sheep. The city brings together a rich legacy steeped in Indian, Mexican and Western cultures — with world-class entertainment and a classy business district.

Indian Canyons
Palm Springs is famous for its 100 championship golf courses. Test your golf game at numerous renowned courses, including the Palm Springs Country Club, or pamper yourself at a day spa. Hiking and other outdoor recreation activities can also be found at several scenic reserves in the area. The popular Village is alive with a variety of restaurants, trendy shops, historic sites and annual festivals. Palm Springs is said to be sunny and warm 354 days a year. Enjoy all activities with your family under the sun.

Destination Omaha!

December 6, 2006 on 1:25 pm | In Travel | Comments Off

Do you love golf? If your answer is yes, then you have a good reason to visit Omaha in Nebraska. And if you don’t even then you have lots of reasons to tour Omaha. Nestled on the Missouri River, Omaha is counted among one of the best cities to live in USA. This steadily growing city takes pride in the area’s economic growth as well as its cultural events and leisure opportunities.

Omaha
Omaha’s natural beauty is highlighted by several parks and gardens, which offer tranquil haven for joggers, cyclists, and other outdoor enthusiasts. Discover local wildlife and more interesting creatures at the Henry Doorly Zoo, considered one of the best in the country. Or stay indoors, strolling the city’s multi-ethnic art galleries, antique stores, savoring restaurants, bistros and clubs. Don’t miss Borsheim’s. Owned by billionaire Warren Buffet, it is the single largest independent jewelry store in the United States. Families will find plethora of attractions to keep the kids busy and happy. With hotels and restaurants to fit all budgets, Omaha is truly a destination everyone will enjoy.

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