Kiwi’s Korean Sojourn This kiwi had a tough time coming to grips with South Korea because it is so different from New Zealand. The language, the food and the sheer number of people crowded into the cities was all a little overwhelming. My article will look at these areas in a little more depth to [...]

Posted on October 10th, 2007 by John
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We did it again, another typical Hotel Charlotte one day adventure. This time to Sacramento. If you think living with “Maguiver” is fun, perhaps this little roadtrip adventure will show another side to living with someone who can fix just about anything.
As is often the case, we decide at the very last minute if we [...]

Posted on October 3rd, 2007 by John
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Austria prides itself on its offering of free events and attractions. Many of the museums have free admission on certain days. The parks are free, the special events numerous.
Central Cemetery
It may sound strange to visit a cemetery while on vacation but this is Europe’s largest (with over 2.5 million graves) and the final resting place [...]

Posted on September 30th, 2007 by John
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When planning a holiday abroad you immediately think if golden beaches, clear oceans and the occasional cocktail poolside. Your immediate thoughts are not on the essentials when they perhaps should be.
In reality a holiday abroad starts when you leave the comfort and security of your front door. You have the travel to the airport, the [...]

Posted on September 28th, 2007 by John
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Mexico City apart from being a great city is also the world’s largest city. To make one’s trip to Mexico more enjoyable and fun filled one can stay in the finest of hotels Mexico City. Mexico City is without any doubt the hub of the country’s political, financial and cultural nerve center of the country. [...]

Posted on September 27th, 2007 by John
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My summery biking adventures through Toronto continue. This morning I packed my backpack and as usual I entered the Taylor Creek Park system. Heading down into the lush green river valley that is fully closed in by trees and bushes on both sides is always such a great feeling, as if the big city was [...]

Posted on September 26th, 2007 by John
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On route to our destination, I wasn’t aware that we were going to cross over water of any kind, but if I’d done any research I would’ve known that our African lodge was situated just off the coast of Madagascar. My long-time friend Jessica and I were on our way to the island of Nosy [...]

Posted on September 25th, 2007 by John
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Discovering the best place to stay in Florence is not a hard job: there are a lot of good-looking areas and every location has its personal benefits. I’ll describe some beautiful areas, so that you can select the one fitting your flavor!
Florence hotels near Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral
Dipped in the maze of the ancient [...]

Posted on September 24th, 2007 by John
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One of the coolest cities for walking is Honolulu with the highlight being Waikiki. You will find giant statues, huge koi ponds, penguins, amazing artwork and fireworks, they use to have miniature golf but the giants made them move, and that is just one location that you will see on the Waikiki walking tour over [...]

Posted on September 23rd, 2007 by John
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Costa Brava, so called “The Wild Shore”, represents the territory that stretches for 153 kilometres along the most northern part of the Mediterranean coastline of Spain. It starts from Blanes northward of Barcelona and stretches to the very border with France, Portbou town.
Nature, climate and history created the place of unique unforgettable beauty that is [...]

Posted on September 19th, 2007 by John
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