Are you a gambler? Seriously, do you take your chances on everything or are you a careful planner? Do you throw caution to the wind with solid faith that everything will work out in the wind or do you try to control every aspect of the environment around you. I’ve noticed that in this world there are those that seem born to gamble, to take chances and take risks and those that agonize over he slightest and smallest of decisions … Continue reading →
Immensely popular as a tourist destination, Asia provides a peek into a rich history and an even richer culture. In fact, some of the great wonders of the world can be found within the boundaries of this continent. Travelers to Asia will probably have the Great Wall of China as their first stop. Extending to about 2,414 kilometers or 1,500 miles with a height of about 25 feet, the wall has been said to be visible even in outer space. … Continue reading →
You have probably heard about the Amsterdam Red-Light District as this is a very famous section in the Netherlands. Much to your surprise, what you may have heard is true! Here are some facts about the Amsterdam Red-Light District, a place unlike any place else. Amsterdam prides itself on its wholly liberal and tolerant attitude. The city embraces, with the Amsterdam Red-Light District, the fact that people may be into prostitution, pornography and soft drugs. So, instead of criminalizing everything, … Continue reading →
If the thing you look least forward to on vacation is wracking up vicious amounts of debt on your Master Card, then you’ve come to the right place. I’m here to offer advice on free things to do while visiting San Francisco. Granted, it is not wise to think that you can go on vacation without spending any money and have a good time. However, it is quite possible to be very selective when deciding where to spend your money … Continue reading →
The crowd is attracted to sparkling ski slopes of the Alps, sunlit vineyards and sun-baked beaches of this beautiful country. France is a country which draws more tourists than any other country. It is easy to see why this is the case given France’s great reputation for fine wines, good food, high fashion and relaxed lifestyle. But while France is undoubtedly a place to eat and drink till your heart is content, there’s much more to this fascinating country than … Continue reading →
Vegas has become so famous for its casinos and its nightlife that we often forget that there is a thriving city full of people who call this city home. There are businessmen and women, doctors, lawyers, and average Joe citizens who live in this city and have little or nothing to do with the casinos at all. There are entertainers and artists that live far beyond the world of the famous Strip that Vegas more often than not brings to … Continue reading →
About Belgium Belgium is situated in the west of Europe. The land here mostly comprises of flat coastal plains in the northeast, and southeast is occupied by the Ardennes Forest. Dutch, Flemish, French and German are the official languages of Belgium, with Dutch being the widely spoken followed by French. The weather here is pretty predictable. The months from April to September are the warmest. Otherwise the weather is pretty humid and skies are gray, that explains why umbrellas and … Continue reading →
It is possible to spend a whole week in the Caribbean holidaying in the sun as there are many Caribbean cruise packages that cater to every conceivable need of the holiday maker. Upon reaching destinations such as the Grand Cayman in the Western Caribbean, one may visit towns such as Hell and also experience the heavenly Seven Mile Beach. One can travel further in the Western Caribbean to Ochos Rios, Jamaica and enjoy the wonderful botanical gardens or visit a … Continue reading →
You probably don’t realize that New York City is in fact the greenest city in America. Of nearly 200,000 total acres, more than 50,000 of those acres are of park or open space. While Central Park is the most famous of green spaces in New York City it is only number five of the top 10 largest parks in the city. For those who love nature, New York City may not seem to be the oasis for wildlife that it … Continue reading →
Checkpoint Charlie got its name from the American alphabet as President John F. Kennedy ordered the U.S. forces to build three checkpoints at different points in the wall through which diplomatic corps and allied forces could enter West Berlin. Checkpoint Charlie thus, became the most famous. Checkpoint Charlie became a symbol of the Cold War, representing the separation of east and west and for some East Germans, a gateway to freedom. For nearly 30 years, this checkpoint represented not only … Continue reading →
