Derby holds a great appeal for those visitors in search of unspoilt tradition and character. In the shadow of the ornate Cathedral tower lies a great multi-cultural city bursting with a wealth of entertainment venues, attractions, parks and shops. Derby is perfect for those in search of a short break, whatever their needs. /Places of interest: /Derby is a busy industrial city, home of the famous Royal Crown Derby Porcelain. Derby sits on the west bank of the River Derwent, close to its meetin. . .

Holiday Vacations with a Theme

Themed holiday vacations are a fun idea to plan for your family. One of our most memorable vacations was our “Cowboy and Indian” vacation. We took our sons through the West, stopping at tourist sites along the way. We stopped at Dodge City to explore the cowboy side of life, and then made our way to Southern Colorado to explore the ancient ruins of the cliff dwelling Pueblo Indians. It is hard to choose only four family fun options, but I chose those I thought my grandkids would enjoy the. . .

Planning a Three Day Vacation

Its wintertime and Christmas will soon be over, and then the winter blahs set in. You want to get away from it all, but will you have the Christmas bills to pay? You don’t have money for airfare and you don’t really have any more vacation time to take off from work. What’s your solution?How about a getaway in your own hometown? I bet there are activities in your hometown that you haven’t taken advantage of. You know they are there; you often take them for granted. People from other area. . .

Winter Vacation Destinations

When your toes turn purple and your eyelashes sprout icicles, you know it’s time to head south for the winter. The birds do it, so why shouldn’t you? Stop, now, before you break your back from shoveling one more pile of snow, and consider some exotic locales for winter getaways where the only mounds of white you’ll being seeing are of the hot, dry, and sandy variety.Speaking of white, sandy beaches, a trip to Antigua, or its neighboring island Barbuda may be just what you need in order to res. . .

Hot Spot Destination for Travelling Pensioners

There is no better place in the world to spend a holiday than Spain. Spain offers a myriad of recreational pursuits and you will have little or no problem finding splendid accommodation in Spain. In fact, when you plan a holiday in Spain you’ll have few worries in terms of arranging your itinerary: this will allow you to focus on other important things concerning your plans. Purchasing travel insurance is extremely important whenever you are travelling and you should not consider a holiday. . .

The End of an Era

The year ended with the passing of an institution in the world of diving. Anyone familiar with diving in the Caribbean, surely knows about Bob Soto’s Diving on Grand Cayman. Well it seems it is no more. Along with the other dive operators and pretty much everyone on the island, they suffered significant damage from Hurricane Ivan in late 2004. There are many businesses still trying to recover, and some are up and running, but Bob Soto’s closed their doors early in 2005. I for one am nostalgic. . .

Charming Nice

Nice is the biggest city of the French Azure Coast with its population of about 340 thousands. Nice airport is on of the largest in the whole France.Few words about Nice history – the city was founded in V century BC and was named after the goddess of victory – Nika. In XIX century nice became a very popular resort for the European elite. In this period the most impressive architectural masterpieces were built – palaces, luxury villas and boulevards. Nice was especially fashionable for the wi. . .

Surprises at every turn - coastal treasures, rugged Northern Cascades - amazing Northwest

I couldn’t believe it. The big plan: stay in nice Bellingham, Washington motels, and alternate that with camping in the countryside slightly north of Bellingham. We were off to the coast to visit our little girl going to college in Bellingham, Washington at Western Washington University. We should have realized when we were getting camping reservations that this was not your standard Montana style camping - reservations? Regardless, I still laugh at our expressions as we pulled up to the . . .

Moving Boxes

Moving Boxes Boxes for moving are the last thing on your mind when you want to relocate to another city, state, or country. But let's face it, anyone who has ever moved, first goes to the grocery store to look for boxes for moving, only to find that the best boxes for moving are all in the dumpster. Who wants to use cardboard shipping boxes that have rotten bananas in them? Buying cardboard shipping boxes for moving is a smart investment. Sturdy cardboard shipping boxes are a key element i. . .

Caribbean Cruise – A Journey across the Water

At some point in our life, we owe it to ourselves to take a well-deserved vacation. Maybe you have thought about a Caribbean cruise but just do not know what to expect. A cruise ship has all the amenities of a five star hotel with more! In addition, you can enjoy a back to nature vacation and a vacation with nightlife and fine dining all on the same trip.So, what is your idea of a perfect vacation? Is it getting back to nature and enjoying clear water, enchanting waterfalls, and exhilarat. . .

Pet Friendly Getaways

A recent survey from one of the nations leading pet care manufacturers asked Americans, if given a choice, would they prefer to travel with their pets? Over 70% of those Americans answered yes, they would prefer to travel with their pets. This is why many hotels, parks and other travel destinations are welcoming travelers with their companion animals. Before deciding to take your pet with you during your travel, make sure this is something your pet wants to do and not something that it is bei. . .

Take A Boat

So you’ve decided to set sail and spend your next vacation cruising in the lap of luxury on boats the size of small cities to exotic ports of call. Now, how do you decide which cruise to choose and where to go when the number of choices can be staggering? By being aware of a few simple guidelines and suggestions, you can narrow your choices down and find the perfect ship to the perfect destination.First, decide how long you want to cruise for. A lengthy transatlantic voyage is obviously out o. . .

Working on Your Vacation

You have a vacation coming up, but you’ve been everywhere and seen everything that you wanted to see. Maybe you have a lot of vacation time amassed and you know you’ve been blessed with material assets that others don’t have. If so, maybe you should consider going on a Volunteer Vacation. There are many opportunities available to take an interesting vacation and still make a difference in your world. You can work in a partner program where you will work side by side with local people to i. . .

Grand Cayman Vacation! You Can Actually Go To Hell And Back Caribbean Style

No it’s not the vacation spot for bad people, and when you book your first Grand Cayman Vacation, you would not actually visit hell, well you would be, but not the one you’re thinking about. It’s true though, when you visit the beautiful Cayman Island, you can easily go to Hell and back!Now let me explain before I have everyone in an uproar and get this article banned from the web. When you visit the Grand Caymans there is actually a town that you can visit on the island called “HELL”, no kid. . .

Take a Vacation at a Dude Ranch

Taking a dude ranch vacation can be one of the best experiences you'll ever have. Just take a moment to imagine the best vacation you've ever been on. You'll experience cool mountain air, wide open plains, steady horses that can take you to freedom from your typical nine to five job, fishing for bigger prey than you've ever imagined, and some perfect quiet time with your family. There are many things to think about as you prepare for a dude ranch vacation.Dude ranches evolved after most of th. . .

Mdina, ‘The Walled, Silent City Of Ghosts’…

No visit to Malta would be complete without a visit to its elegant, walled city of Mdina and its suburb, Rabat, in the Old City. Mdina and Rabat are steeped more than 4000 years in history when they formed part of a Roman settlement. Walking through Mdina, one feels as if one has been transported in a time capsule to another era of bygone yesteryear. It was here, in AD 60, that the Apostle St Paul was rumoured to have lived whilst shipwrecked in the Maltese Islands. A silent city by day w. . .

Camper Vans - A Brief History

Hiring a camper van for a vacation is becoming an increasingly popular choice for those seeking new adventures. The lure of the open road and freedom to roam wherever you please is an appealing thought for many. Knowing a little about the history of the camper van can give you that sense of belonging whilst out on the road.A traditional camper van has a folding roof that pops up to provide room for the sleeping quarters. One of the favorite makes of camper vans has been that of VW. The VW cam. . .

Operation G.I. Jingle: Connecting Military Families For The Holidays

This Christmas, there’s a new kind of care package going out to the U.S. Military. Although they can’t eat, wear, or stow its' contents in their mess kits, it’s a little reminder of home that our troops can take along with them wherever they go. It’s called Operation G.I. Jingle -- and it’s a special way for military moms and dads to “visit” with their kids back home this holiday season.A G.I. Jingle is a professionally produced video of "the real Santa Claus" speaking directly to the kids of. . .

Travel to Romantic Asian Locations

Asia is one the more visually stunning areas in the world. If you are looking for romance, here are some top-notch destinations.Asia is hot and sticky, much like romance. More importantly, it tends to be fairly cheap due to a currency disaster in the late 1990s. Although luxury resorts can be very pricey, you can find a romantic location for just about any budget. If cost is of no concern, the Banyan Tree Resorts should definitely be on the top of your list. With resorts in Thailand, Indonesi. . .

Greek Italy - Una Fazza Una Razza

Much of Southern Italy was colonised by Greeks 2500 years ago, and these areas form what we still know today as Magna Grecia (Greater Greece). As a result, Southern Italy became a centre of Greek culture, music, and language for hundreds of years. Greece has in the past also been occupied by Romans and Italians. To this day, we can see the Greek influence in Italy, and Italian influence in Greece, through architecture, music, food and language. Naples, for example, was a city founded by the G. . .