Orlando is the land of a million attractions. It is the top travel destination for families in the world and one of the most visited vacation spots in the world. There’s no doubting it given all the theme parks and varies attractions to draw the family. There are many package deals you can buy for combining hotel and theme parks packages to take advantages of discounts available. Check with any organization you belong to for discounts such as; AAA, credit unions, employer’s entertainment package services. The internet is a great tool to use to look for information and packages available for hotels and theme parks. I have found very good hotel prices staying in Kissimmee which is an adjacent city to Orlando, if budget is a concern or don’t want to be staying at one of the theme park hotels … [Read more...]

San Diego is a city on the Southern California coast with many attractions to offer the vacationer. Activities include beaches, golf courses, and family activities. I will highlight some of these attractions so you can make an informed decision on what to do by having the information available as to what you can expect in San Diego. Life in San Diego revolves around the beach and marina; it’s a way of life and pride. The summer sunsets make everyday something to look forward to and enjoy. Activities around the beach are surfing, sailing, biking, running, swimming, and driving along the coast. Enjoy a cool drink along the coast at the many restaurants, bars that line the coastline. The coastal highlight for San Diego is the city of Coronado Municipal Beach. Within Coronado, there are … [Read more...]

Majority of us anxiously wait for the winter season so that we can escape from the daily routine work and go on a great vacation with family and friends. There are thousands of beautiful winter vacation destinations across different countries around the globe. However, reaching out to these destinations can be a little expensive. Therefore, you can look for a destination within the U.S. Fortunately, the country is home to some of the world's best winter vacation destinations and you can select one that best suits your interests and budget. The U.S. spots for seasonal vacations offer unique experiences and opportunities for people of all age groups. Here are some of the best places in the U.S. to spend the perfect winter vacation with friends, partner, or with kids. • Aspen, Colorado: … [Read more...]

Where the desert meets the ocean, that’s what Cabo San Lucas has been named. Others call it California’s playground, as Californians look for a weekend escape. Cabo has grown from a simple fishing village in the 1990’s to a major tourist destination. It has plenty of recreation activities, such as; sports fishing, snorkeling, parasailing, golf, spa, ATV tours, boat tours, scuba diving, whale watching, horseback riding, nightlife, and sightseeing. If you come here, do so wanting to have an active vacation given the amenities available for the active. But it still has a laid back attitude. When you want to get out of the sun and into a cool environment the ladies will enjoy the Puerto Paraiso entertainment and shopping center in the heart of Cabo San Lucas. This very large mall also … [Read more...]

The U.S. Virgin Islands of St. John is still relatively an unknown paradise in the Caribbean. Its lack of a large airport makes it a hidden paradise in the area. Most visitors to St. John reach the island by either small plane from St. Thomas or ferry. I prefer the 45 minute ferry ride from St. Thomas it is inexpensive and enjoyable to take the ride across the calm waters of the Caribbean. Passenger ferries operate between St. Thomas (Red Hook & Charlotte Amalie) and St. John (Cruz Bay) hourly. You must remember this is not the same as being on the open ocean, so the ride smooth. I suggest renting an open air Jeep when you arrive on St. John and driving the day around the island stopping along the way to explore the beaches. St. John has changed over the years by having more people, … [Read more...]

These cities are rated as the top value places to visit in the US. They are rated based on low rates, discounts, affordable entertainment and overall appeal. They are rank based on Hotwire Travel Value Index as defined by the Travel Industry Association of America. While these cities have many attractions that are costly, listed below are things you can do for little or no cost at all. 1. Atlanta Georgia on your mind? Well it should be because it tops this year's Travel Value Index. Atlanta takes the number one spot because of its amazing discounts (Discount Rating: 95) on a wide variety of quality hotels and affordable entertainment (Entertainment Rating: 71). Atlanta is also home to some of the country's largest cultural institutions. Enjoy these great bargains: • The World of … [Read more...]

The Maltese archipelago (a chain or cluster of islands that are formed tectonically), consisting of Malta, Gozo and Comino, they are Europe’s best kept secrets. I would venture that you have probably not heard of them. The three largest islands Malta Island, Gozo, and Comino are the only ones inhabited. Malta is the largest of the islands and its capital is Valletta. Malta is in the central Mediterranean Sea (eastern), south of the Italian island of Sicily and north of Libya. The people speak Maltese and English, its part of the European Union and its currency is the Euro. The temperature in the summer will reach the high 80’s and 50 in winter. The water temperature will reach the high 70’s in summer and mid 60’s in autumn and winter. The humidity maintains 70% year round. … [Read more...]