Spitzkoppe Namibia, A 100-Million Year Old Granite Mountain

January 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Spitzkoppe Namibia, also known as the 'Matterthorn of Africa', is located between Usakos and Swakopmund in the Spitskop Nature Reserve. The 100 -million year old granite mountain is one of the most photographed sites in Namibia, particularly during its stunning sunrise and sunset when the brown and grey granite turns stunning saffron and ochre colours. Spitzkoppe Namibia Rising a majestic 1, 829 m (6, 000 ft) from the valley floor, the granite massif can often been seen dotted with experienced climbers of all nationalities. Although it is not the country's highest peak, it is commonly … [Read more...]

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US Virgin Islands

June 24, 2011 By 2 Comments
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The British Virgin Islands are a group of idyllic islands located in the Caribbean Sea. In total there are around 60 islands in the group, some of which are uninhabited. The four main islands are Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost Van Dyke. Totola being the largest island in the group and most populated, British Virgin Islands beach villas are very popular in this destination. Most time of the year, tourists will enjoy a tropical climate on the islands, in the summer the temperature averages around 90 degrees Fahrenheit, whilst winter temperatures average at about 82 degrees … [Read more...]

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Scary Labyrinth and Catacombs in Budapest

June 13, 2011 By 1 Comment
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Labyrinth formed caves right in the heart of old Budapest (Buda Castle), someone is referred to the underground wonders of the world, someone finds the most interesting place in town, and someone generally always passes by. One thing is for sure - a place quite entertaining. And if luck does not run into the invasion of the school group of tourists, there may be a good shelter from heat or arctic cold, and even to drink free wine. Catacombs can be much more interested than Budapest Hotel where you stay, so if you ever Visit Budapest Hungary, be sure not to skip this awesome attraction. … [Read more...]

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Best Place for Travelers guide

June 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Traveling around the world has become easy with the advent new technology. People can search through various web sites to select their dream destination. Internet is loaded with the information regarding various places. You can even use the travel guide books for proper direction but that will make your trip more like a literature research. Everyone wants to enjoy their trip in a hassle free way with someone who can help and guide them to their favorite spots. Having guide for an interactive and enjoyable trip is always important for guaranteed pleasure. Finding a guide is no more a problem. … [Read more...]

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Stunning Holland Tulip Fields

May 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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An huge patchwork from kaleidoscopic color, Netherlands tulip fields is clearly nothing to comprise sneezed at. By the aerate them looks like an giant yearling built up with an boxful of super-sized crayons back-number emit on the Dutch countryside... Whenever the airs were not rather so perfect. The vivacious blues, bolshies, knocks and yellows sprawling as distant as the eye canful see inward Lisse, western Holland, where farmers desire to bring in huge earnings distributing it to florists and supermarkets around the Earth.   … [Read more...]

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The Beautiful Gardens of Marqueyssac in France

March 18, 2011 By 1 Comment
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The Château de Marqueyssac is a 17th century chateau and gardens located at Vézac, in the Dordogne Department of France. The chateau was built at the end of the 17th century by Bertrand Vernet de Marqueyssac, Counselor to Louis XIV, on cliffs overlooking the Dordogne Valley. The original garden à la française was attributed to a pupil of André Le Nôtre, and featured terraces, alleys, and a kitchen garden surrounding the chateau. Between 1830 and 1840, Julien Bessières constructed a chapel and a grand alley one hundred meters long for horseback rides. In the 1860s, the new owner, … [Read more...]

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Taking a Much Needed Mini-Vacation

March 4, 2011 By 1 Comment
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People in the UK call them Mini-breaks; Americans call them weekend vacations. Whichever the names, if you’re planning a trip for you and your spouse or for the whole family, it can be a great way to blow off steam without an expensive budget. Finding the right way to spend your few days off can be tough, especially if you try to pack too many activities into one trip. You may end up having the opposite of desired effect - the need for a vacation from your vacation. When planning your weekend getaway don’t invest more money or time then necessary. The key to the weekend getaway is … [Read more...]

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Top 10 Destinations to Rush your Adrenaline

March 2, 2011 By 5 Comments
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Images of James Bond jumping from an airplane and free falling in a tuxedo seem very appealing. But it’s easy to forget that this is a movie stunt, and every precaution is taken to make something that looks dangerous actually be as safe as possible. In fact, your probably more likely to get hurt walking to the shop or up and down stairs. In the real world there are no retakes or directors shouting ‘cut’! So whilst some of us are content on taking our usual yearly virgin flights to Spain but others aren’t as willing to lay on a beach for 7 days. Instead, they look danger in the eye and … [Read more...]

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Castel Sant’Angelo in Rome

February 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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The Mausoleum of Hadrian, usually known as the Castel Sant'Angelo, is a towering cylindrical building in Rome. Those photos will be your best Travel Guide. It was initially commissioned by the Roman Emperor Hadrian as a mausoleum for himself and his family. The building was later used by the popes as a fortress and castle, and is now a museum. The tomb of the Roman emperor Hadrian, also called Hadrian's mole,[1] was erected on the right bank of the Tiber, between 135 AD and 139 AD. Originally the mausoleum was a decorated cylinder, with a garden top and golden quadriga. Hadrian's ashes were … [Read more...]

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Through the fire on a horse

January 25, 2011 By 1 Comment
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Every year in San Bartolome de Pinares, west of Madrid, during the celebration of the patron saint of animals of St. Anthony Abeda, professional Spanish riders jump through flaming fires, defying death itself. Before the sparks horse blessed the priest and the ritual has been going on for 500 years. St. Anthony Abed Egyptian origin was recognized as the patron saint of animals from the Middle Ages Anthony the Great or Antony the Great (c. 251–356), also known as Saint Anthony, Anthony the Abbot, Anthony of Egypt, Anthony of the Desert, Anthony the … [Read more...]

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