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Vacation Planning Tips
Vacations can be both exciting and stressful. Vacations are a great way to unwind and let go of worries and responsibilities temporarily. However, if improperly planned, it’s easy to run into vacation nightmares such as overspending. No one wants to feel stressed while on vacation. Here are some important tips to follow in order to have your vacation go off without a hitch: 1) Plan ahead: Perhaps... [Read more]
How One Hong Kong Entrepreneur is Disrupting Battery Tech
Posted by Samuel Phineas Upham A new Hong Kong based hardware company called “Digi-Care” is attempting to disrupt battery technology. Using a sleek piece of hardware called the ERI, CEO Jimmy Liao hopes to bring fitness into the modern age. His wearable wrist watch will record walking distances, heart rate, temperatures and more. Liao claims you only need to charge the device twice. How ERI Works The... [Read more]
5 Places to Watch a Beautiful Munich Sunset
Posted by: Phineas Upham A sunset is universally admired from the world over. The city of Munich, in Germany, has several beautiful and rustic vantage points to watch the sun go down. Olympiaturm Built for the 1972 Summer Olympic games, the Olympic Tower stands over 190 meters tall. The revolving restaurant at the top is the ideal location to watch a sun down. A lift brings people to the top, and... [Read more]
The Many Names of Istanbul
Posted by: Barry K. Rothman Today, we call it Istanbul but if we traveled back in time and asked for directions to Istanbul we might get funny looks. This is because the region has changed dramatically over time, both in who claimed ownership and what the people themselves thought of the area. Byzantium Also called Byzantion, Byzantium is the European settlement of Istanbul. The city was formed through... [Read more]
Sightseeing on Vacations
Everyone needs a break. We all need sometime away from all the stress that our daily lives presents us; we need a time to just unwind and forget about the world we’re used to. Vacations have always been the source rest and relaxation and a way to refresh ourselves and see new things. What would be a good option to go to as a vacation destination though? Europe has always been a worthy choice, but... [Read more]
After the Flood: the Cinque Terre
By Phin Upham Nobody likes to lose their luggage on a trip abroad, but some people consider it a stroke of luck. That’s how the New York Times article “Treasures of the Cinque Terre,” begins. Writer Liesl Schillinger loses her luggage on the way to Italy; however, she doesn’t see it as a bad thing. The incident allows her to explore the “jewel box villages” on Italy’s Ligurian coast... [Read more]
France as an Ideal Tourist Destination
Paris is one of the most visited tourist destination in the worlds. It is just one of the tourist cities in France. Paris vacations are ideal for different types of tourists. Honeymooners, families, singles, and groups taking Paris vacation will find something interesting to indulge themselves in. A family with children in their entourage should include a visit to the Parc Asterix amusement park for... [Read more]
Poconos Vacations for Couples and Families
The Pocono Mountains resorts and hotels have incredible facilities and the accommodation is tailored to meet the budget or need of the visitors. The accommodations provided in these lodges are as varied as the landscapes of the Poconos. Visitors can get an opportunity of having bed and breakfast at the peak of the mountain overlooking the coves or in inns nestled amidst scenic and picturesque mountains.... [Read more]
Symbol of Peace in Japan
By Samuel Phineas Upham Japan is one of my favorite countries to visit. The culture is fascinating and unique, particularly because the country is very homogenous. Due to the fact that this country is an island, its culture has existed in a vacuum for a long time. This translates into a distinctive culture and people. Fresh sushi where it all started is hard to beat as well. However, a trip to... [Read more]
France is the Place to Visit
The French Riviera located on the south-eastern side of France plays host to more than 10 million tourists per year. This tourist destination site enjoys good weather with over 300 sunshine days per year. Other attractions include a stretch of over 115 kilometres of beaches and coastline, numerous ski resorts and a number of golf courses. Vacationers coming taking a French Riviera Vacation can also... [Read more]