Archive for October, 2009
Sea of Sorrow, Sea of Joy – Christmas Cruising in Exotic Places
by Judy M. Zimmerman Christmas was only a few days away. And I was about to begin an adventure I’d dreamed of for years: a cruise from Singapore to some of IndonesiaÂ’s most exotic ports in Java, Bali and Borneo. But I wasn’t the least bit excited. The previous Christmas had been miserable. I was mourning [...]
October 29, 2009
Posted in: Cruise Ships, Indonesia
A Tlaquepaque Traveler’s Unique Stay in a Restored 19th Century Mansion is a Guadalajara Success Story
by Bea Broda Anyone that’s been to Guadalajara knows that the premiere shopping experience can be found in the colourful, cobblestoned streets of an area known as Tlaquapaque, and, although you’d miss it if you weren’t paying attention, one door on Reforma Street opens up to reveal a lovingly restored 19th century mansion that is [...]
October 27, 2009
Posted in: Mexico
A Green Green Mountain State of Mind in Vermont
MONTPELIER, Vermont. – Lovingly known as the Green Mountain State, Vermont is endowed with a local mindset that’s devoted to our surroundings – from the soil we tread to the crisp winter air we breathe. In the Greener Mountains, it’s easy to unearth stories of caring for Ma’ Nature. We dig this stuff.
October 27, 2009
Posted in: United States NorthEast
Restoration planned for Las Pozas, Mexico
by Jimm Budd: Mexico City The curious surrealistic sculpture garden built by the eccentric patron of the arts Edward James is undergoing restoration. First Lady Margarita Zavala Calderón recently inspected work that has been completed thus far.
October 27, 2009
Posted in: Mexico
1st Chandigarh National Crafts Fair in India took off with Colourful Inaugural Ceremony
Reporting By M.M. Khanna, Travel-Journalist: tourismnewsindia.com – Chandigarh, October 28:- Marked by diverse and creative artistic activities, showcasing the rich craftsmanship from all over India and abroad, the 1st Chandigarh National Crafts Mela took off today. The colourful inaugural ceremony by the Punjab Governor and Administrator, Union Territory, Chandigarh, General (Retd.) Dr. S.F. Rodrigues, PVSM [...]
October 27, 2009
Posted in: India
Take a Walk in Dickens’ Shoes in England this Holiday Season
London, October 2009 – To mark the release of Disney’s A Christmas Carol movie (opening November 6 2009) and the start of this year’s Holiday season, The Royal Horseguards, London’s newest five-star hotel, is offering guests a truly Dickensian vacation. And what’s more, every visitor to the hotel who mentions the famous novel and movie [...]
October 27, 2009
Posted in: England
Ky-Mani Marley To Highlight Islamorada’s Bayjama Reggae Fest Nov. 21 in Florida
ISLAMORADA, Florida Keys — Ky-Mani Marley, son of legendary reggae icon Bob Marley, is set to headline BayJama Reggae Fest Saturday, Nov. 21, at the TIB Bank of the Keys Amphitheater in Islamorada Founders Park, located at mile marker 87.
October 27, 2009
Posted in: United States SouthEast
Border, Bunker and GDR Museums – Thuringia celebrates 20 years of German unity
2010 sees the 20th anniversary of German unity. There are numerous reminders of the GDR era in the little Free State of Thuringia, located at the heart of Germany since the borders have opened.
October 27, 2009
Posted in: Germany
6,000 people enjoy breakfast on Sydney Harbour Bridge
For the first time in its history, Australia’s iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge closed this past Saturday so 6,000 people could enjoy the ultimate picnic breakfast. Dubbed “Breakfast on the Bridge,” the free event saw an Australian landmark transformed into the ultimate family venue, including laying 10,000 square meters of Kikuyu grass and the best of [...]
October 27, 2009
Posted in: Australia
Qatar Airways Launches Flights To Idyllic Beach Holiday Destination of Goa, India
TORONTO – Qatar Airways continued its expansion into India with the launch of its second route within two weeks – to the idyllic beach holiday destination of Goa. The new non-stop Doha – Goa route capitalises on the start of the winter holiday season with the destination particularly popular with holidaymakers from across Europe, from [...]
October 27, 2009
Posted in: Airlines & Railways