The State Hermitage Museum of St. Petersburg, Russia is comprised of six main buildings which includes the Winter Palace. Five of the total, are open to the public. Its total collections contain over three million items,of which only a small part is on permanent display. The site incorporates the largest collection of paintings in the […]
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Things to know before traveling to Zanzibar
The tropical paradise of Zanzibar is found lying a short distance off the Tanzania coast at the crossroads of Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Zanzibar boasts some of the world’s best diving amongst rainbow coral reefs, the quaint customs and cuisine of the Swahili people, and the Indian Ocean’s spotless beaches. Whilst luxury travel and […]
The Dark Side of Mexican Food
Mexican cuisine is known for being one of the best in the world. It’s unique, colorful, full of flavor and delicious. What most people don’t know is that it has a dark side. I know what you’re thinking: How could one of the most delicious foods in the world have a bad side? What exactly […]
Historic Bellingrath Gardens And Home Nearby Mobile, Alabama
Bellingrath Gardens and Home is located on the Gulf coast of the United States in the state of Alabama. This historic site can be found 23.5 miles from the city of Mobile. Since the gardens were first opened in 1932, several generations of Americans have enjoyed a floral pageantry that can be viewed throughout the […]
Iolani Palace In Honolulu, Hawaii: An American Palace Built For Royalty
The Iolani Palace in Honolulu,was built in 1879 during the waning years of Hawaiian independence. Built in the American Florentine architectural style, this historic building is the only true palace, that exists in the United States. It was the royal residence of the Kingdom of Hawaii, during the latter part of the 19th century. It […]
Ephesus In Turkey: Glimpse Of The Greco-Roman World During A Golden Age
The history of Ephesus can be traced back through thousands of years. The city has survived through incredible change, as various civilizations rose and fell through the centuries. The magnificent architecture that remains from the Greco-Roman period and its other archaeological wonders, makes it our 9th stop in the series Journeys to Discovery. Located on […]
Things to know before visiting St Lucia
Traveling to St Lucia Island Being a small Island in the Caribbean unlike any of its neighbors and unique in its own way, here are several things you need to know before visiting St Lucia. The origins of the name Saint Lucia are lost in history. The commonly held notion that Columbus sighted the island […]
Letchworth State Park In New York: The Grand Canyon Of The East
Letchworth State Park is to be found in the western part of New York state. Known as the Grand Canyon Of The East, this treasure chest of natural beauty is the 11th stop in the series Off The Beaten Path. Founded in 1906, Letchworth has become a crown jewel of the New York State Park […]
Architectural Wonders Of The Hearst Castle In San Simeon, California
Located in central California along the Pacific Ocean coast, stands Hearst Castle. This architectural wonder, was the home of the famous American newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst from 1919 to 1947. It is the 10th stop in the series Off The Beaten Path. At one time, christened La Cuesta Encantada or The Enchanted Hill by […]
Andalucia: Roadtrip through Southern Spain
Our road trip began in Madrid… We loaded the Mini with our backpacks, cheese, an old paper map and set off on our adventure through the countryside of Southern Spain. For more information click here to see the article on the Top Tourist Attractions in Madrid. Day 1: Merida We arrived at 3pm after taking our […]
