What is a Christmas Market?
Starting around July, travel vendors, and city tourism boards begin promotions for upcoming Christmas Markets, in hopes of enticing travelers to come to their cities to visit and shop. But, what exactly is a Christmas Market, where do they happen, and which ones are the best ones to visit? We’ll answer these questions and more […]
Best Kid-Friendly Ski Resorts in the US
Searching for a family-accommodating ski resort that won’t bore your younger downhill racers? You’re in luck because we’ve found some of the best kid-friendly ski resorts in the United States. Without further adieu, here they are in no particular order: Keystone Resort in Keystone, Colorado Just under two hours from Denver, Keystone is Vail Resorts’ […]
Spend The Holidays in New York City
If you’re looking for something fun to do for Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year’s Eve this year, I’d like to suggest a weekend getaway to New York City. You won’t believe all of the exciting events the city has lined up for the end of year holidays! Check them out below: The Macy’s Day Parade […]
Best Ways to Celebrate Christmas Around the World
If you are hoping to try out something a little different for this coming Christmas season, then consider a fun destination outside of your home city. There are so many fantastic cities that celebrate Christmas in unique, fun and exciting ways that you can join in on. If you aren’t sure where to head, consider […]
Falconry in Ireland
If you have always been interested in the sport of Falconry – especially that which goes on in Ireland – or if you have heard of it but not quite sure what it entails, then the following information should help to clear things up. What is Falconry? The dictionary describes Falconry as, “the sport of […]
Have a Castle on your Bucket List? Here are 5 you must see!
If you are a lover of history and architecture, chances are you have got some incredible destinations on your bucket list of which many include magnificent castles in far away lands. If you have yet to compile that list but are hoping to do so in the near future, consider adding in the following must […]
Festivals and Events in the UK
For a lot of Americans traveling to the UK, it’s easy to get caught up in activities that can be labeled as “touristy.” You may spend a few days and nights in London experiencing the city, taking photos of Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, and exploring various museums. You may book a tour that takes […]
Top Things to Do When Visiting Scotland
There is no lack of things to do when visiting Scotland. There is so much diversity in its array of attractions that visitors with varying interests will certainly find something worthwhile and exciting in this country. Whether you intend to spend your holidays teeing off on the golf course, hiking in rugged terrain or uncovering […]
Christmas Traditions Across Europe
Travelers looking for that perfect Christmas getaway could consider spending their Christmas in any of the beautiful countries of Europe. European Christmases are known to be among the best in the world and they offer tourists a wonderful atmosphere, beautifully decorated streets, the occasional Christmas tree, grand celebrations and pristine white lights. December 25th is […]
SACRED HOLIDAY TRADITIONS–Sort of
SACRED HOLIDAY TRADITIONS–Sort of – By Jade Lee My mother was Chinese, born in ShangHai, but emigrating here when she met and married my father during graduate school. In many ways, she was very American, but some holiday traditions escaped her. Halloween, for example, was beyond bizarre to her. Why would anyone send out their […]
