Haiti History Haiti History

Mon, Jan 18th 2010, 11:58

Haiti History is a long tale of brutality and isolation since the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492. Haiti is the second oldest republic in the western hemisphere and the oldest black republic on earth. Read more

Cruise Travel History Cruise Travel History

Mon, Jan 11th 2010, 12:27

Cruise Travel began after the invention of the steam engine in the 1700s which made for faster ships and reduced travel times across the oceans. For the first time passengers could enjoy the comforts of cruise travel. Read more

The World’s Tallest Building Unveiled in Dubai The World’s Tallest Building Unveiled in Dubai

Tue, Jan 5th 2010, 10:54

The world’s tallest building, The Burj Khalifa, has been unveiled. Standing at 828 metres (2,716 feet) it easily takes the prize from the previous tallest building, the Taipei 101 which stands at 508 metres. Read more

Icebergs Icebergs

Tue, Dec 22nd 2009, 12:12

Icebergs are a beautiful reminder of the majesty of nature. If there is one natural phenomenon that represents our fragile environment, it is icebergs. Read more

MS Oasis of the Seas, the World’s Largest Cruise Liner MS Oasis of the Seas, the World’s Largest Cruise Liner

Fri, Dec 11th 2009, 11:16

MS Oasis of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise liner, set off on her maiden voyage on 5 December 2009. Oasis of the Seas heralds a new era in the cruise liner industry: custom built megaliners that are more like floating cities. Read more

Dubai, the City of Gold, and the Recession Dubai, the City of Gold, and the Recession

Tue, Dec 8th 2009, 11:57

Dubai, the City of Gold, is not recession proof after all. This has become apparent after recent announcements that Dubai’s State owned holding company Dubai World is seeking a stay of execution for its whopping $4bn debt due to be repaid this month. Read more

Porto de Galinhas : Best Beach in Brazil Porto de Galinhas : Best Beach in Brazil

Wed, Dec 2nd 2009, 12:19

Porto de Galinhas is the best beach in Brazil, popular for its beauty and proximity to the conveniences of Recife City, capital of Pernambuco state. Read more

Boa Viagem Beach in Recife, Brazil Boa Viagem Beach in Recife, Brazil

Fri, Nov 27th 2009, 12:42

Boa Viagem in Recife is one of the most hip urban beaches in Brazil, a wide sandy beach stretching over 8 kilometres. Read more

Census of Marine Life discovers new species in the ocean depths Census of Marine Life discovers new species in the ocean depths

Mon, Nov 23rd 2009, 11:54

The Census of Marine Life is a massive 10 year scientific collaboration by scientists from 34 countries who are charting the deepest reaches of our oceans and discovering a wealth of new species we never knew existed. Read more

Hornblower Hybrid – Responsible Tourism Award Winner Hornblower Hybrid – Responsible Tourism Award Winner

Mon, Nov 16th 2009, 12:17

Hornblower Hybrid is one of the 2009 winners of the Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism Awards. San Franciscos Hornblower is a hybrid because it harnesses a host of alternative energy sources to make it an environmentally tourist ferry service. Read more

Haiti Earthquake affects 3 million people Haiti Earthquake affects 3 million people

Thu, Jan 14th 2010, 11:49

The Haiti Earthquake has left 3 million people in need of food, clean water and shelter after a magnitude 7.0 earthquake rocked the capital Port-au-Prince on Monday 11 January 2010. Read more

La Moskitia Ecoaventuras. (Honduras, Central America)

Sat, Jan 9th 2010, 18:03

La Moskitia Ecoaventuras are a tour operartor in La Ceiba, Honduras, since 1990. Read more

World’s Fastest Train Unveiled in China World’s Fastest Train Unveiled in China

Mon, Dec 28th 2009, 12:42

The world’s fastest train was unveiled in China this week. The super-high-speed train will travel at an average speed of 350kph (217 mph) – racing ahead of other high speed trains in Japan and France that travel an average of 240 – 270 kph. Read more

What is Liatani? What is Liatani?

Tue, Dec 22nd 2009, 00:16

Liatani is the previous name of Ayios Thomas village in Viotia, Greece. Read more

A holiday in Wales -  Llyn Peninsula A holiday in Wales - Llyn Peninsula

Thu, Dec 10th 2009, 15:56

An overview of the delights of the Llyn Peninsula of North Wales: holiday haunt of a few discerning people from the Cheshire area for many years, a closely guarded secret. Read more

Fernando de Noronha Archipelago, Brazil’s hidden treasure Fernando de Noronha Archipelago, Brazil’s hidden treasure

Fri, Dec 4th 2009, 12:43

The Fernando de Noronha archipelago is a paradise 200 kilometres from mainland Brazil. The National Marine Sanctuary of Fernando de Noronha is a UNESCO World Heritage site due to the spectacular diversity of marine species in this unspoiled wonderland. Read more

Olinda, UNESCO World Heritage City in Pernambuco, Brazil Olinda, UNESCO World Heritage City in Pernambuco, Brazil

Mon, Nov 30th 2009, 17:19

Olinda is a UNESCO World Heritage City because it is one of the best preserved historic cities in Brazil. Founded in 1537, Olinda was originally the centre of colonial life in the Pernambuco. Read more

Recife in Pernambuco, Brazil Recife in Pernambuco, Brazil

Tue, Nov 24th 2009, 12:43

Recife in Pernambuco State, Brazil is known as the Venice of Brazil. It is a beautiful city criss-crossed with waterways, islands and bridges where the Beberibe and Capibaribe Rivers meet and flow into the Atlantic Ocean. Read more

Pernambuco, Brazil Pernambuco, Brazil

Wed, Nov 18th 2009, 12:07

Pernambuco is a state lying on the north eastern coastline of Brazil. Pernambuco is fast becoming a favourite Brazilian tourist destination because of its unique character and choice of beautiful beaches. Read more

Women-Only Beaches Women-Only Beaches

Wed, Nov 11th 2009, 12:26

Women only beaches have become a popular alternative for many women, particularly in the Middle East where the strict sharia laws govern what women must wear to swim with men around. Read more