Enjoying London: Four Tours

By Ted Hastings

Hosts International, London's top homestay accomodation company is pleased to recommend the following tours for you to enjoy during your stay in London. The area is filled with beautiful and historical landmarks, all of which are considered must-visits. If you not only want to view these landmarks, but learn about their history or see them in a slightly unusual way, a guided tour of London is right for you. When researching London guided tours online, you will find that you have a number of options.

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Intriguing Adventure Holidays To Vietnam

By Jose Maurette Garces

Normally Vietnam is not a place that you would think of taking a vacation. Other than some vague memories of the war, very little is known about this country. Vietnam is a beautiful place with many things to offer world travelers. These are some things you can expect from adventure Vietnam Holidays.

Mui Ne has become a popular vacation spot for Kite surfers. It is a favorite spot for this particular sport because it has very little rainfall, the winds are steady and the beach is spectacular. Add to that the interesting nightlife and wonderful accommodations and you have a perfect vacation spot.

A fast, fun packed adventure holiday is the cultural tour. There is so much to see and do that you will need to fly between the special points of interest. You will enjoy a trip down the Saigon River on a speedboat and a sunset cruise in Hoi An. The highlight will be a visit to Cu Chi to see the amazing tunnel system the communist guerrillas used during the Vietnam War.

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The Attraction Of Barcelona Beaches

By Green Hill

The locals are very appreciative and tolerant of kids in all sorts of public places - not at all worried about noise!
As there are far too many interesting things to do with the whole family in Barcelona, I will mention just a couple to get you started:

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How To Plan Your Air Travel

By Alena Smith

This article will share with you what to do while you travel Lofoten.

Enjoy the Northern Lights

If you have ever heard about the northern auroral lights displaying the marvelous view, you must have a desire to see it once in your life. You can fulfill this desire when you travel Lofoten Island. The best time to observe this natural light theatre is February, March and October. You can enjoy the best intensity during 6pm to 1am.

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Family Travel - Xocomil, Guatemala

By Marina K. Villatoro

Guatemala has surprised me a lot. It is so much more than I thought which brings me to my story:

My family an I were visiting a theme park in Guatemala that we love. It is called Xetulul and can be found in the Retalhuleu Department of Guatemala. The place is fantastic and we love visiting it, because of it's great rides for all ages. Next to it is its sister, Xocomil Water Park. Since I'm not crazy about pools we had never visited it but this time we gave it a shot.

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Guide To Tipping Practices Around The World

By Adriana Noton

If you are an avid world traveler or are planning to take a trip to another country, one part of the trip that can be confusing is how much should be given as a 'tip.' It can be confusing figuring out how much of a tip to give for good service and you also want to make sure that you don't end up leaving a big tip for bad service, especially when considering the foreign exchange. To help you figure out the best tipping practices, the following is a guide to tipping around the world.

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Camping And Snowmobiling

By Wayne Torres

If you're an avid snowmobiler, than you may also have or will do so during a winter camping trip.

During cold nights, sleeping in a tent for a few nights can be a rigorous task with the risks of frostbite or hypothermia to contend with.

If you think the cold temperatures when you go snowmobiling during the day is uncomfortable, you better believe that the night hours are worse without the warm sun beaming down on you.

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The Travel Distance Calculator

By Trevor Gartreese

The introduction of the online travel distance calculator has made things a lot easier for journey planning. Before the introduction of this online facility, people relied only on map support to learn distances and appreciate fuel consume for instance.

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Cuba - More Than Beautiful Beaches

By Jose Mauricio Maurette

Cuba tours are exciting and interesting alternatives to more mundane destinations. If you have a sense of adventure, if you like romantic destinations more than glitzy high-rises, you will simply love a visit to Cuba.

During the cold winter months of the Northern hemisphere Cuba offers a warm, tropical experience. Warmth not only in terms of climate, but also in terms of the warmest, friendliest people you will anywhere north of the South pole.

Your tour will most likely start in Havana. This place simply overflows with character. From the crumbling old colonial buildings to the numerous cars dating back to the 50's and 60's, everything simply adds to the charm of the city.

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All Inclusive Dreams Cancun Hotel And Spa

By Holden Cornish

This just happens to be one of the top ten resorts in Mexico named by prestigious groups in the know. Dreams Cancun Resort and Spa all inclusive is there to make your dreams come true so the promise in the name is not just utopia. It stands for a quality vacation which you will find most enjoyable and not want to leave.

This just happens to be one of the top ten resorts in Mexico named by prestigious groups in the know. Dreams Cancun Resort and Spa all inclusive is there to make your dreams come true so the promise in the name is not just utopia. It stands for a quality vacation which you will find most enjoyable and not want to leave.

Dreams Cancun Resort and Spa is one of the top 10 resorts from Mexico. This is by far the best resort in Cancun and exists for the sole purpose of bringing alive the best of your fantasies. It is synonymous to quality and standards, and stands true to all the promises it makes.

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The Esential Gear To Bring On A Boating Trip

By Adriana Noton

Esential gear to bring on a boating trip will vary depending on what kind of boat and activity is on the schedule. One person may never step aboard without a six pack of beer, while another wants full life support. However, some things are important enough to go on every type of excursion.

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Having An Outdoor Adventure With The Tetragon 1610

By Mandy Alexander

Campers use tents in tent camping. They offer minimum protection to the campers. The tents are portable as they are light weight and can be carried as backpack. There are other things that campers carry with them such as basic utensils, mattresses, compact chairs and other necessities. These provide campers with the basic needs for them to camp under the sky.

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Cleveland Car Rent

By Carson Gaston

Peacefully lying on Lake Erie's southern shore, in the state of Ohio, Cleveland first emerged in the mouth of the Cuyahoga River, in the late eighteenth century.

Today, after seeing an impressing development, Cleveland is renowned for the many cultural events that take place every year, as well as for the permanent exhibitions the city hosts. One of the main reasons Cleveland is so visited is the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame it hosts.

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Traveling? Bring Along An Osprey Argon 70

By Samuel Ferguson

A backpack is a cloth sack that is usually secured over the shoulders. This is used to carry reasonably heavy loads that are difficult to be carried in the hands for a long time. There are the smaller backpacks that have one strap going over the shoulder. This is for carrying loads that are not too heavy. The larger backpacks carry heavier loads and are secured over the shoulder by two straps. Some backpacks have padded hip belts for transferring the load to the hips. This is useful when the load weighs more than 22 lbs. The hips can withstand more load than the shoulders.

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Inexpensive Vacation Alternatives

By Evan Grant

Family vacations are difficult to plan with a falling economy and a tight budget. The costs involved in packing up the family and flying to remote locations are staggering enough. Then you have to add in what you'll need for meals, sundries and seeing the sights. It can become so overwhelming that many families just skip their annual holidays altogether. Children also become disappointed in the decision to cancel a trip. Yearly trips do not have to be forfeited because of a low budget. There are many vacation options that can be relatively inexpensive. Here are just a few of them.

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Weekend Activities: Going Fishing

By Jack Wogan

There are people that after a hard week at work like to unwind in the outdoor. And what better way of doing that than going fishing? If you have never tried this sport then you should, maybe you will like it.

You should try to do this during the summer, when the nature is in full blossom and when you have beautiful scenery to admire. Don't forget to take your tent with you. You never know how things will turn out and maybe you will like to spend the night there. Some might not like the idea of a tent and in this way it would be better to rent a chalet for the weekend and spend some quality time together with your family. Fishing may be an interesting activity for boys but some girls enjoy it also. This is why you should take your time and explain the basics for both your kids. Make sure that you don't forget a very important aspect: the fishing gear. If you feel that you don't want to invest in this fishing equipment then you can just phone the resort and ask them if they rent it.

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The Night Time Is The Right Time In The Yucatan

By Ron Williams

The second edition, out of four total editions.

In our last column we discussed the coastal yucatan region south of Playa del Carmen as well as in the area of Tulum. In this piece we are going to center of Playa plus the activities around this prospering beachfront Caribbean township. What originated as a quiet and tiny Caribbean fishing hub, has rapidly evolved into one of the top travel destinations in the yucatan. Back in the early 90's we visited that sleepy little village and I can say first hand it is a far cry from what it is today. Popularity causes advancement and change, but if you are looking for a wonderful get-away and tons of action, Playa is the place.

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The Best In Surf

By Jesse Henson

Surfing is a surface water sport where a person moves along the face of a breaking ocean wave. Surfing was a central part of ancient Polynesian culture. It was first observed by Europeans at Tahiti in 1767, by the crew members of the Dolphin. Later, Lieutenant James King wrote about the art when completing the journals of Captain James Cook upon Cook's death in 1779. When Mark Twain visited Hawaii in 1866 he wrote,

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Europe Car Rentals

By Dr Fred Coolz

Europe, a continent filled with so much culture and history. A lot of people actually flock to Europe year after year to visit its sights and experience its rich culture. The modern yet still quite laid-back lifestyle that Europeans have been known for has always fascinated tourists, from being true-blue sophisticates who are very much adept to fashion, literature, history, culture and the arts, this is why a lot of people have been drawn to Europes simple yet elegant charm time and time again.

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An Introduction To Eco-Travel

By Jesse Henson

As ecotourism is the fastest growing sub-market of the travel industry, more and more travelers are becoming eco-conscious. The socially responsible and economically aware practices are becoming more mainstream since their inception in the early 1980s. While the long-term goals of ecotourism are far from completion, in the short-term, there are a number of eco-friendly travel destinations already in place. For the eco-friendly tourist, here are some of the features and practices being educated in today's eco-destinations:

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How The Marmot Halo 6p Tent Keeps You Safe?

Marmot Halo 6P

By Sarah Cole

The call of nature is becoming immensely popular. The urge to explore remote areas has become a part of mainstream eco-tourism. Vacationers are more interested these days in moving out of the well beaten tourist track. The excitement comes from going to the unexplored and confronting the unexpected. This is a departure from the all too common perspective of going to a beach, mountain spot, water fall, river or wild life sanctuary where everything is too well organized. These sensitive travelers are ready to take on the hard life. Whether hiking, trekking, cycling or biking, these travelers prefer isolated spots to settle down and camp for a few days and nights.

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