Alicante is the second largest city in the Valencia Province. The city is a major tourist attraction and there are many opportunities for sightseeing in Alicante. Over six million tourists visit the Costa Blanca region each year. Many of them enter the region through the Alicante airport and spend some time in the city. Read the rest of this entry »
In part 1 of “Caribbean Cruises - Set Sail For Paradise” we covered the ever increasing popularity of cruising and profiled the Eastern Caribbean region. Now, let’s move onto the other two areas of the Caribbean you might wish to visit.
Western Caribbean – A Diver’s Dream Destination
The Western Caribbean has a more exotic adventurous flavor and is becoming increasingly popular with Belize, Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Jamaica and Costa Maya being the more popular stops. Many cruise ships departing from Texas and Louisiana typically travel to this part of the Caribbean because of it’s proximity to these ports. Read the rest of this entry »
Until the invention of the modern day jetliner ship travel used to be the only way to get across vast bodies of water and for a time some thought passenger ships would go the way of train travel as more people opted for the quicker travel times that flying offered.
Fortunately, ship travel has become one of the most popular ways to vacation and the cruise industry is booming as a result. In fact, cruising is growing in popularity so fast that cruise lines are launching bigger more luxurious ships at an ever growing rate as they try and outdo each other. Read the rest of this entry »
Most people would never think of traveling without credit cards -and for many good reasons. Credit and charge cards can certainly give you an edge while on the road: You do not have to carry as much cash - a definite security advantage - and you WILL receive a record of all your transactions when your credit card statement arrives. Read the rest of this entry »
So, this is the Brazil. This is what Rio de Janeiro is really all about. When the Carnival arrives, companies close down, shops shut their doors early, and streets are closed off to make way for dancing, parties and parades. This awe inspiring festivity not only provides entertainment for the thousands of people attending the Carnival, but also for the millions watching it on their televisions, giving them a chance to learn about the true culture of Brazil. Read the rest of this entry »
