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The Legendary St. Regis Opened In Singapore
2008-05-08 20:51:00 Celebrating its grand debut at the end of April, The St. Regis Singapore is the first significant hotel opening in Singapore in the past 11 years. Located in the downtown embassy district near the posh boutiques on Orchard Street, the hotel features 299 luxurious guestrooms and suites at one of the most prestigious addresses in the city. “The St. Regis ... More About: Opened
Remarkable Bloggers Featured In April 2008 Bloghology
2008-05-07 14:32:00 Founded by the young Internet entrepreneur Mert Erkal, Bloghology is a collection of remarkable bloggers and their profiles from all around the world. March 2008 Bloghology was downloaded more than 5,000 times. So if you want to promote your blog, do yourself a favour and sign up at http://bloghology.org to be featured in an upcoming ... More About: April , Blogging , Bloggers , Featured
3 Great Travel Items From CVS/pharmacy
2008-05-06 16:08:00 Since the summer months are almost here, remember to gear up for your vacation. CVS/pharmacy has some great travel items that make preparing for that escape more convenient. They’re especially a good fit for travelers who only want to bring a carry-on. CVS/pharmacy Hand Sanitizing Spray Pen: Airplanes and public transportation are a breeding ground for germs ... More About: Shopping , Travel , Great , Items , Pharmacy
Spring-Time In Venice
2008-05-05 18:03:00 Venice © Florin Florea It’s spring-time in Venice, so why not go to see a show in English? A visit to the theatre is the perfect way to spend an evening in Venice. The only English-language theatre event in the city - audio translated into seven languages including Italian - is Carnival The Show which blends theatre, music and multimedia ... More About: Europe , Music , Culture , Italy , Venice
Upcoming Virtual Book Tour With Paul Kilduff
2008-05-05 14:38:00 “Paul Kilduff is excited to bring his first nonfiction work, entitled Ruinair, on a virtual book tour. Paul’s book is a witty travelogue which sees him get his own back on the airline that overcharged him and significantly delayed him on a flight from Malaga to Dublin: ?Stung by a ten hour delay and a E300 ... More About: News , Books , Book , Tour , Virtual
Travel Tips: Chicago Hotel Deals From Hotwire
2008-05-02 15:13:00 If you’re aiming for optimal weather conditions, spring is a great time to visit Chicago . Check the lay of the land from the Sears Tower Skydeck, explore various museums along South Lake Shore Drive, or cheer on the Cubs at Wrigley Field. Here’s a sample of Chicago the deals you can find on Hotwire: 4.5-star hotel in ... More About: Travel , Hotels , Hotel , North America
Join The Book Signing Of Bob Colacello?s OUT
2008-05-02 12:50:00 For the newest update on New York City’s nightlife at its most infamous stages, make sure to join the book signing of the second printing of Bob Collacelo’s OUT. The event takes place tomorrow, May 3rd, at the ADAM boutique / 678 Hudson Street in NYC. Book subjects include Jack Nicholson, Cher, Raquel Welch, Yves Saint Laurent, ... More About: News , Books , Book Signing , Join
Shoot Travel Photography Like A Pro
2008-04-30 15:12:00 A quick tip for people interested in learning how to capture great travel shots. Check out Scott Kelby’s article Shoot ing Travel Like a Pro at Graphics.com. More About: Photography , Travel photography
L.A. Mart Design Center Offers Furniture Sample Sale
2008-04-29 09:03:00 Between May 31 and June 1, 2008, L.A. Mart® Design Center will open its doors to the public and offer up to 70% below wholesale as part of their year-long 50th Anniversary celebration. Since this special furniture sample sale coincides with the Avenues of Art & Design in West Hollywood, it’s a perfect time for design aficionados to visit ... More About: News , Shopping , Events , Furniture
The Battle In The Barrio
2008-04-28 18:04:00 There’s more to Bilbao than the Guggenheim Museum. In this week’s guest post, Anil Shamdasani explores the suburban barrio San Ignazio. TEXT Anil Shamdasani PHOTO Anna Moreno I am not one of those people who will miss out on anything that a city has to offer purely on the basis of it being ?too touristy’. There’s a reason that ... More About: Europe , Travel , Spain , Battle , Barrio
Travel+Leisure Southeast Asia Launches Online Travel Story Contest
2008-04-28 16:30:00 Are you an aspiring writer or photographer? Do yourself a favour and check out the recently launched website of Travel +Leisure Southeast Asia . Until June 30, 2008, writers and photographers can win various prices by submitting their travel stories, photography and videos. Luckily, the contest is open to people all over the world and there is ... More About: Contest , Story , Magazines
New Periscope Book Light In A Book Cover Debuts At Barnes & Noble
2008-04-26 19:49:00 Anyone who has ever found themselves trying to read at night, without disturbing people around them, will want to check out the world’s first integrated LED book light in a book cover. The new patented Periscope book light in a book cover debuted at Barnes & Noble earlier this month, making life easier for all ... More About: News , Travel , Book , Cover , Light
Money-Saving Tips From Hotwire: Find The Best Travel Deals
2008-04-25 16:34:00 Today, we have the pleasure of hearing from Hotwire’s travel expert Clem Bason who gives invaluable tips on saving money and how to find the best travel deals. Whether you need a last-minute hotel room for New Orleans Jazz Fest (April 25-27), a cheap airline ticket or a good car rental deal, Hotwire.com is the site to visit. 1. ... More About: Travel , Money , Interviews , Tips , Find
TVtrip Features Nearly 5000 Hotel Videos
2008-04-24 08:09:00 Have you ever been disappointed by a hotel room that didn’t live up to your expectations? Or found it difficult knowing which hotel to pick, due to lack of visuals and sufficient information? Thanks to nearly 5000 videos at the new travel site TVtrip.com, travelers can see their hotel before they book. “The great reaction to our site ... More About: Videos , News , Hotels , Hotel , Features
All-Girl Getaways Premieres On Fine Living TV Networks
2008-04-24 07:37:00 Behind the Scenes of All-Girl Getaways with Stephanie Oswald Today, April 24th at 9pm, the brand new show All-Girl Getaways premieres on Fine Living TV Networks . Hosted by travel expert Stephanie Oswald, the show follows a different group of women each week as they plan their ultimate getaway and celebrate well-deserved time away. We get to see ... More About: News , Travel
1001 Historic Sites You Must See Before You Die
2008-04-23 18:15:00 Hoover Dam © Jim Epler Barron’s Books recently published 1001 Historic Sites You Must See Before You Die, a visitor’s guide that appeals to dedicated history buffs as well as the general traveler. Packed with detailed information and more than 800 brilliant photos, the book takes its readers to prehistoric and ancient sites, battlefields, buildings and ...
New Australian Driving Routes Guide
2008-04-22 14:36:00 Along the Great Ocean Road Tourism Australia and its partners have developed Touring Routes Australia, a clever guide detailing 17 of the best driving routes around the country. The copyright free guide include The Great Ocean Road, Savanna Way, The Tasmanian Circle and other routes where you will experience stunning landscapes, unique flora and fauna, and delicious ... More About: Driving , Guide , Australian
The Cities Book And Other Coffee-Table Books You Will Want To Read
2008-04-21 19:05:00 If you love coffee-table books and can’t get enough of reading about traveling, Lonely Planet’s The Cities Book from 2006 including their 200 favourite cities will make your day. Another book worth checking out is The Travel Book. When living in London about two years ago, I went to Waterstone’s across the street and couldn’t help but notice this huge book near ... More About: Books , Coffee , Read
Recommended Sites, Blogs and Blog Posts
2008-04-19 17:54:00 Of all the new blog posts I’ve come across lately, The 10 Best Rollercoasters on Earth at Travel Around The World is one of the best. So far I’ve only been to Millennium Force, but if I got the chance I would definitely want to ride all of them.     Also found the site Travel Library where you can find ... More About: Blogs , Blog , Sites , Posts
Travel Is About Who You Meet, Not Where You Go
2008-04-18 09:19:00 TEXT AND PHOTO: Matthew Kepnes I play a lot of poker. Too much actually but that’s another story. It was while at the Amsterdam casino I met Greg. Greg was really friendly and offered to show me around Amsterdam. I was a little disarmed by his exuberance and friendliness, because here was this guy who’s been ... More About: Europe , Travel , Meet , Netherlands
Cleanest VS. Most Polluted Cities In The World
2008-04-17 19:39:00 Stockholm - One of the cleanest cities in the world. Recently I’ve been surfing the net for new content and found a couple of blog posts and sites worth a visit. One of them, Go Budget Travel’s Cleanest vs. Most Polluted Cities in the World reveals, not surprisingly, that Calgary, Honolulu and Helsinki are the world’s cleanest cities. The ... More About: The World
Dream Homes For Rent
2008-04-16 19:25:00 Recently, the world’s foremost luxury real estate website and the leading online marketplace for elite vacation rentals announced their partnership. Luxury Real Estate and The Society of Leisure Enthusiasts will offer homes for rent to vacationers who seek the best in luxury travel. Whether your dream home is a hip beach house or a quiet mountain retreat, ... More About: News , Travel , For Rent , Websites , Homes
Don?t Miss Neal?s Yard During Your London Stay
2008-04-15 09:53:00 Neal’s Yard , a cosy courtyard near Covent Garden, shouldn’t be missed during a London visit - whether it’s your first or tenth time in the British capital. The easiest way to get there is from Monmouth Street near Covent Garden tube station. You can also step off at Tottenham Court Road, or Leicester Square, and take an extra five ... More About: Neal , Miss , Stay
Portugal: The Overlooked European Destination
2008-04-14 15:48:00 TEXT AND PHOTO: Brian Marovich South Europe is a favorite spot among travelers. We are drawn to it’s sun, lifestyle, food, charm…the list is long. But one of the most overlooked southern European destinations, is also one of the best. Portugal is not just the place left of Spain on the map, it is a unique ... More About: Travel , Destination
Coffee & Tea Festival NYC
2008-04-13 18:03:00 If I had been in New York this weekend I would definitely have paid a visit to the city’s 3rd annual Coffee & Tea Festival April 12-13, 2008. Taking place at the Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street, the event attracts thousands of people who celebrate everything related to coffee and tea. ... More About: America , Events , Festivals , North America
Fashionistas, Art Devotees And Design Enthusiasts Discover The Latest Trend
2008-04-12 18:12:00 Whether you are a true fashionista, an art lover, a design aficionado, or simply don’t want to miss out on the latest trends in design, fashion, art and beauty, visit the Avenues of Art & Design in West Hollywood. On Saturday, May 31, 2008, thousands of people will meet on the 11th annual Art & ... More About: News , America , North America , Out and About
The Best Water Parks In The World
2008-04-11 17:44:00 Noah’s Ark Water park, Wisconsin I know one thing for sure, water parks are not only for kids. When we visited Sweden’s biggest water park Skara Summerland many years ago, I saw just as many adults as children enjoying the different rides. And the same goes for the approximately 1,600 other water parks around the world. Whether you’re a thrill seeker with a thing for the highest ... More About: World , The World , Parks
What Is Your Worst Travel Experience?
2008-04-09 11:35:00 Even though it probably feels awful if you catch a virus and fall sick when travelling, get hurt in an accident, or get into some kind of trouble, see it as an experience and think of what you can do to prevent it in the future. Learn from the incident rather than complaining about how bad you felt etc. Sure, it might make an amusing travel article ... More About: Travel , Thoughts , Experience
Music Memories: From Morrison And Bonnie Tyler To Lauryn Hill and India Ari
2008-04-08 19:19:00 Ingrid Michaelson - The Way I Am I have a feeling this will be a looong post. Music takes you through the bad as well as the good times, when you’re at home or travelling. Like doing the things you love, music makes life worth living. I know for sure that my love for discovering new music ... More About: India , Thoughts , Languages , Tyler
Why I Love The Ocean
More articles from this author:2008-04-05 17:41:00 The horizon Being underwater Coast Playing volleyball on the beach Sunsets Waves Surfing Snorkeling Walking in sand Footprints in the sand More About: Photography , Love , Thoughts , Ocean 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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