Archive for April, 2009
7 European Cities Built on 7 Hills
posted in Europe, FCS . posted by Dave Emery on April 30, 2009 . 1 Comment
We all know that well-known cities like Washington or Rome are built on seven hills. There are all kinds of legends and stories related to their early settlements. But it seems that this geographic characteristic is pretty common in Europe, since there are many more cities covering seven hills. Here are some examples:
1. Bath, England
A … More
The Stunning Port Douglas, in Australia
posted in Australia & NZ, FCS . posted by Alex Ion on April 30, 2009 . 2 Comments
Minutes away from the Great Barrier reef and close to the rainforests at the Daintree National Park and Cape Tribulation, for the green-minded, Port Douglas is among the best places to visit on a first trip to Australia.
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Located on the coast of Queensland and just 70km North of Cairns, the idyllic town is … More
Palm Cove – Queensland’s Hidden Treasure
posted in Australia & NZ . posted by Florin Nedelcu on April 28, 2009 . 1 Comment
A combination of mysterious rain forests, the amazing Great Barrier and featuring a beautiful beach, Palm Cove is definitely one of the most amazing destinations in Australia. Its breathtaking sights, countless attractions and tropical climate draw in vacationers from not just Australia, but all around the world.
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Despite all the development that started in the … More
Baikal – The Crystal Clear Lake
posted in Asia, Europe . posted by Dave Emery on April 27, 2009 . 2 Comments
A lake surrounded by mountains, in Southern Siberia, the deepest lake on the globe, Lake Baikal represents one fifth of the total freshwater reserves on Earth. In the nearby forests, one can see ribbons hanging on the tree branches. Those who come here, tie them to the branches to return here. This is just one … More
Strange Sites in Spain
posted in Video . posted by Jenn on April 26, 2009 . 1 Comment
Check out some of these strange sites on the streets of Spain. You’ll see everything from a man sitting on a toilet to people riding giant owls and snails.
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10 Hot Golf Resort Destinations
posted in Destinations . posted by Jenn on April 25, 2009 . 1 Comment
Anyone who really loves the game of golf knows just how important it is to plan his vacation around hotels and resorts that feature stunning golf courses. We’ve scoured the earth for 10 of the hottest golf resort destinations. Make sure you add one or two to your forming travel itinerary.
10. Five Lakes Resort (Maldon, … More





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