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Buckingham Palace — Worth It?

Heather — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 19:06:51 +0000

One thing that is a must see whenever you are in London is Buckingham Palace – is it really a must see? That is what I am constantly asking myself and from the reviews that I have read, it is actually a must see whenever you are in London. Personally, I think that the pictures alone of Buckingham Palace are breathtakingly beautiful and seeing it in the second National Treasure movie was awesome.

This vast mansion has been around for quite some time now and the exterior is as beautiful as the interior and I have to say that if you want an attraction to stand out — Buckingham Palace does it. This beautiful palace is modern yet chic and totally sophisticated.

You want luxury, that is what Buckingham Palace is all about.

Going To Kenya On Vacation!

Heather — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:31:39 +0000

When it comes to taking a vacation – there are a ton of different places that I can recommend, but I can tell you for sure that Kenya is actually one of the best places in the world to take a vacation. Not only will you be able to take a vacation with yourself but with your family as well!

The hotels in Kenya though, let’s talk about those. InterContinental Nairobi Hotel is certainly one of the best hotels in Kenya and I can tell you that this hotel is in a fantastic location, looks amazing and certainly offers some of the best services.

The sights that you can see around Kenya is absolutely incredible and there are so, so, so many things to do as well.

Saving Money On Spring Break!

Heather — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:19:13 +0000

We all know that Spring Break is coming up quickly and even if you are short on cash, why not make sure that you can still go on vacation for Spring break? That is what I am here for, to ensure that you can absolutely still make some time and save some cash to have your own little spring break vacation!

One thing that you need to make sure of is the time frame that you are going. Traveling in early or late spring is the best option, as there are not that many people that are going to be going along either of these frames. Most of the time during the middle of spring is peak time.

Next, make sure that you do your research. To be perfectly honest, comparison shopping is the best way to ensure that you do save a bunch of cash for your vacation!

Paris — The City of Love on Valentine’s Day!

Heather — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 23:48:15 +0000

Valentine’s Day is almost here people and are your ready? I know that I can not wait for it to get here and I am here to report on one of the best places to go this weekend – the City Of Love! Paris France is by far the best place to go if you are looking to go away for Valentine’s Day. Not only does this city go all out but it is absolutely beautiful in February.

If you want luxury and want to surprise your lover, Paris is definitely a way that it can be done. If you have not booked your tickets yet, what are you waiting for? There are a ton of different hotels that you can stay at and the ticket prices are just right as this is off-peak season, which is perfect.

Paris people … seriously, it is one of the most romantic places if you are really looking to wow your sweetheart!

Little Known European Destinations

Heather — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 17:15:47 +0000

There are a lot of sought after destinations in Europe — Berlin, London, Paris, Dublin, St. Petersburg, and so on — but you do not have to stick to the wildly popular locations to have an authentic European experience.

The Basque Country, spanning through Spain and through France, is a beautiful location that isn’t quite as chock full as tourists as some other holiday spots. Better still, there are a number of travel packages that can get you there inexpensively.

For those who enjoy colder holidays, snow sports, and things of that nature, why not try your hand at Norway? Svalbard is known for mysterious fjords, boat tours, and more snow than you can shake a ski pole at!

Best Tips to Find Perfect Pet Friendly Accommodations!

Heather — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:34:27 +0000

Pets – I have four and I absolutely love them but honestly, what is the one thing that you hate about having pets? For me, it is the fact that they can never go on vacation with me. Well folks, because pets are becoming so popular these days, I can tell you that many people are actually taking their pets with them and hotels are just going to have to get used to that.

Hotels are slowly but surely changing their policies in regards to pets but there are some things that you need to before you bring your pets along. The first things that you need to remember is that if you are going to bring your dog or cat with you on your vacation … you will be paying more. Hotels will accept your pets – for a charge, remember that.

Next, bringing your pets with you is honestly something that takes planning, so keep that in mind.

Last Minute Vacation? Go To Chicago!

Heather — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:00:03 +0000

When you think about it – Chicago is definitely the destination for anyone that is looking to go some place fun, some place exciting and some place last minute. By far, Chicago is premier destination whenever you are looking to get away just for a little while. There are so many fun things that Chicago has that you should be able to explore and experience – for example, the unrivalled jazz and blues legends that were born in Chicago.

Also, the skyscrapers are absolutely modern and so beautiful that they truly so make the city skyline something spectacular. Also, if you are looking for something different and interesting, there are a ton of different museums around Chicago and also some beautiful countryside that you can drive through.

The windy city truly does have something for everyone – and if you are looking for a last minute place to go, this is it!

The Main Thing to Remember about Maine

Heather — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 21:31:24 +0000

You might think Old Orchard Beach, Maine, would be chock full of tourists, choked with crowds and traffic and all of that jazz, but as a last minute vacation, it is actually quite ideal.

For one thing, in New England, there is nothing like Indian Summer. If you are lucky you can enjoy the continuing warm weather right alongside the famed changing of the leaves. Plus, the ocean up there does not really start to get warm until late July and August, so you will actually be able to join the mildest part of the year by visiting there now.

There is still plenty to do, both on The Pier and off of it. If you live within reach of the Amtrak Downeaster, you can reach the beach without packing up the car — conversely, you can escape from the boardwalk for a day by hopping on the train to head to Portland or down to Boston.

Going On A Cruise: The Cheap Way!

Heather — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 18:45:21 +0000

When you are dealing with expense costs for a vacation – what is the first thing that usually comes to mind? Hotel accommodations. What if there was a way that you could still have a fantastic vacation, out somewhere beautiful without having to worry about that? Cruise ships are a fantastic way to not only see a heck of a lot of destinations, but to truly get the feel of everything that these destinations have to offer.

Another great thing about cruise vacations is the fact that you can get them last minute and truly take advantage of a lot of the specials that are out there. With the way that the economy is right now, it is a wonder that cruises are so cheap and you should be taking them!

Taking a cruise ship vacation is something wonderful and certainly a fantastic experience, where you can truly relax by yourself or with someone. So take one of these incredible trips!

Cheap Las Vegas Trips!

Heather — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:33:50 +0000

Planning a trip to Las Vegas is something that not a lot of people can do – they believe that it is too expensive and that too many things are involved whenever you are going to Vegas. Well folks, I have to say that I one hundred percent disagree with that. Vegas is actually one of those trips that you truly can take last minute and Vegas will welcome you with open arms. The trick? You need to play the game and truly know how to get some of the best deals on airfare as well as hotels.

While you might not be able to stay right on the strip, there are plenty of cheaper hotels just off of the strip that usually have a free shuttle to the strip, so you could opt for one of those options and to be honest … the hotels are really nice. As far as the airfare? Combine it with the hotel and you will get a fantastic deal – or watch out for the specials that are always on airline websites.

Vegas is a trip of a lifetime and you do not have to have a lot of money in order to go … unless of course you plan on gambling, but there are plenty of things that you can do besides gambling away all of your money.