Palm Springs, CA (May 22, 2010) -- Have a cell phone or mobile device? That's all you need to have a personalized tour of Palm Springs. With the release of Visual Travel Tours' (VTT) "Exotic Palm Springs" visitors can explore this popular destination with a friendly tour guide in the palm of their hand. Anyone with a mobile device can enjoy the experience of a personalized tour of Palm Springs, even if they don't know anyone there. "The most … [Read more...]
Photography Tour to Bhutan with Former National Geographic Photographer, Natalie Fobes
Seattle - For immediate release - Experience Bhutan with former National Geographic photographer and Pulitzer Prize finalist Natalie Fobes on an unforgettable tour in September, 2010. This 12-day tour is designed to take full advantage of photographing during harvest times (chili peppers and wheat) and cultural festivals (tsechus) while enjoying the Himalayas through explorations on foot and by car along the country's one main road. There will … [Read more...]
SCOTTSDALE TRAVEL NEWS: MAY 2010
A monthly tourism news update from the Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau FIRST GLOBAL MUSEUM OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS OPENS IN THE DESERT Take a melodic journey through the world at the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM), the first global museum of instruments. The Museum opened April 24, 2010 and showcases cultures from around the globe with more than 12,000 instruments from nearly every country in the world. Transport to another land with … [Read more...]
Five More Airports You’ll Want to Get Stranded In
We've already told you about five US Airports you'd like to get stranded in, but the Europeans can hold their own pretty well too. Here are five airports that may not have slot machines or solar panels, but they'll keep you from expiring of boredom if your flight's delayed. Heathrow Terminal 5, London (LHR) Heathrow gets a bad rap - and deservedly so. Terminal 1 is an under-chaired, overused hell on earth, and 2 and 3 aren't much … [Read more...]
Milennium Biltmore – Los Angeles, Then & Now
Los Angeles - (March 27, 2010) Considered the grand dame of Los Angeles hotels for nearly a century, the Millennium Biltmore Hotel is paying homage to its rich history with the Now, Then and Again Package. Visitors to the Millennium Biltmore Hotel will get an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the history of this incredible Los Angeles building with this unique package, which includes overnight accommodations, the hotel's famous … [Read more...]
A Year of Adventures
A Year of Adventures by Lonely Planet Don't let age catch you before you've had a chance to explore the planet and some of its most rewarding adventure experiences. Start with this Lonely Planet book to get you on the right track so to speak. The adventure activities are organized by time of year with 42 weeks of listed activities. From outdoor activities, this book has you covered from Patagonia to bungee jumping in Queenstown New Zealand. … [Read more...]
Off the Beaten Path to Paradise
It was a just a girl's getaway. We chose Amelia Island at the northernmost corner of Florida because we heard it was a lovely retreat without the usual tourist trappings of clogged roads, traffic jams and busy shopping malls with the same stores we had back home. The island is located 32 miles northeast of Jacksonville. The ride from the airport was about 40 minutes. The area which includes Fernandina Beach is well known to its closest … [Read more...]
Yosemite – Lodging
The following are select hotels in Mariposa or Tuolumne County's as well as within Yosemite's park borders. Ahwahnee Hotel or sometimes mistakenly branded as The Majestic Yosemite Hotel is without a doubt the premier hotel to stay at in Yosemite. Location, location, location. This is always key when you are seeking inspirational natural beauty and this hotel is in the heart of it. In addition, besides the main building 24 small private … [Read more...]
Philippine Samal Island: A Hidden Paradise in the South
(From the August-September 2009 issue of "Bayang Magiliw" Magazine, Kingdom of Bahrain. Copyright 2009. Used by Permission) The alluring beauty of the Far East is seen not only through its contrasts of culture, lifestyle, and climate. But also through the way nature has brought it into being. It is where the sun rises. It is where oriental charm lives where many travelers have found the most interesting journey experience. Despite the … [Read more...]
Visiting Iguazu Falls
Iguazu Waterfalls are among the most amazing waterfalls on the planet. Do not underestimate the time you need here - allow at least 1/2 day for the Brazilian side and at minimum a full day for the Argentina side. These falls are spread between the Brazil and Argentina border and extend up the Rio Iguacu several miles. The only similar waterfalls in comparison are Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River between Zambia and Zimbabwe. The massive … [Read more...]
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