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The best ski resorts in the world Skiing holidays are extremely popular as they offer a unique blend of sports, exhilarating fun and beauty. There can however be dangers and one should always consider investing in ski insurance before embarking on a trip. In this article we will outline some of the best ski resorts for both young people and those with the family. Bernese in Switzerland has been one of the country’s most popular ski resorts for many generations and is great for the intermediate skier. The resort hosts a selection of blue and red runs that are ideal…

Airport hotel Heathrow to – where? How about a European city break? But where to go? Madrid Madrid buzzes with bars, entertainment, and a night life that lasts until morning. Wander along the Gran Via, a boulevard of belle epoque facades, or relax in green Buen Retiro Park. Haggle at the centuries-old El Rastro market, and congratulate yourself on your purchases over a cerveza in elegant Plaza Mayor. Make time for the Prado art gallery, a treasure house of work by artists such as Velazquez, Goya, Titian, Bosch, and several Flemish artists. Berlin The lively city of Berlin has always embraced art and culture.…

When you’re on vacation, it’s easy to throw caution to the wind and indulge in local delicacies. However, not all foods are safe for travelers. From street food to exotic dishes, some culinary experiences can come with unexpected risks. Whether you’re vacationing in the U.S. or abroad, knowing what to avoid can help you stay healthy and avoid the dreaded traveler’s stomach troubles. In this guide, we’ll take a deep dive into the foods to avoid while traveling and why it’s important to be cautious with certain ingredients, beverages, and local foods. By following these tips, you can enjoy your…

All cities are built for somebody.  Hong Kong for bankers.  Paris for lovers.  New York for hustlers. And Bangkok for shoppers.  Not everybody, though, is built for all cities.  Which is why, I imagine I’d be about as successful as a shopping hound in Bangkok as a godly bhodromohila in a bawdy, burlesque bar.  With weekly grocery runs accounting for my only real (and regular) retail experience, even the prospect of swapping long hours at my desk in Delhi to window shop at some of Southeast Asia’s (and the world’s) best malls feels like an exercise in unfair trade practices. …

It’s a sunny, humid, post-lunch afternoon in Bali and I decide to tear myself away from the addictive, air conned comforts of my hotel.  It takes some doing.  There are several magnetic reasons for remaining within the premises of the newly opened Le Meridien from Starwood Hotels and Resorts in Bali’s Jimbran area – there’s the wonderful, lagoon-shaped salt water swimming pool attached to the chic room, the luxurious spread of food, the intimate interiors, the endless founds of fine wine and champagne  and, correspondingly, the company of lovely women.  But like Milan Kundera’s Jaromil felt about life  (did he…

Guam, an unincorporated territory of the U.S. in the western Pacific Ocean, is home to about 160,000 residents and has a rich culture created by its native inhabitants and modern society that includes people of many different ethnicities and backgrounds. Learn 7 interesting facts about this jewel in the Pacific below. 1. On the same day in 1941 that the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, they also managed to invade and capture Guam. Though the Japanese reign over the small Micronesian island was relatively short (1941-1944), the Japanese forces subjected the local people to extremely poor treatment and forced…

Long before the “green” movement, recycling, environmentalism, and ecotourism became popular, the ancient Polynesian cultures of the Hawaiian Islands had developed and practiced the concept of Malama ‘Aina, which basically encompasses a deep love and respect for the land and surrounding environment. As such, native Hawaiians practicing Malama ‘Aina placed great importance on the conservation of land and natural resources for future generations through various methods of sustainability. Today, the tradition of Malama ‘Aina continues throughout the Hawaiian islands, particularly on Maui, where ecotourism has blossomed into a multi-billion dollar industry. Below we’ll take a closer look at some specifics…

Millions of weary passengers are finally discovering convenience today with online airline ticket booking. With hundreds of carriers streamlining their computerized systems, it takes just minutes to purchase a ticket from anywhere with access to the internet. Buying tickets online may also come with several benefits, including cheaper fares, a variety of routes and carriers to choose from and greater customization. But, like most services offered through the internet, extreme caution is often urged by well meaning travelers, and you may therefore find yourself debating the option of simply hiring a travel agent to take care of things for you.…

When people go overseas to another country like England, they have a list of things they plan to do like see the sights or go shopping. In the London area, there is a place in the inner city called Marylebone High Street, and in this area there are all kinds of things to do like go to the theater, eat, go to special events, and shop. Shopping can be a lot of fun especially in a place like High Street that has a variety of different places to go to. The Different Options High Street Offers Typically, when people go…

1. Surise from Gunung Bromo INDONESIA One of the finest places in the world from which to watch a sunrise is also one of the most accessible and climbable active volcanoes anywhere.  Gunung Bromo simmers in East Java, its landscape other-worldly in its beauty.  Visitors begin their climb up 253 stone steps carved audaciously on the slope in the middle of the night to arrive, panting but esctatic, to a magnificent play of colours on the top  Down spreads over the Laotian Pasir ‘sea of and’, the dramatic vistas of the Tengger massif and Bromo’s hissing crater, all of which…