To better understand a local culture, people usually are immersed in the local context and are engaged in the local activities. Here is a story of how a Georgian, Smith, learned to understand a foreign culture through travel in China. Before the travel, Smith had some impressions upon China. For example, he heard that the … Read more
So often, souvenirs that entrance at the place of purchase lose their luster once you get them home. The solution to this problem is an easy one in Portugal, where you can buy well-made reminders of your visit that will be useful in daily life wherever you live. Handicrafts The seafarers’ towns of Nazare and … Read more
Hammond, Indiana, located near the Illinois border, is a large town with numerous restaurants to appease many appetites. Convenient for travelers as well as those who live in the area, finding the best steakhouse in Northwest Indiana is as simple as it is delicious. When looking for a steakhouse, quality is just as important as … Read more
Frogmore House – This palatial estate is not technically a royal palace but it is owned by the crown and the royals do occasionally use the home for various functions. Frogmore was a favorite place for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and this is their final resting place. King Edward VIII often spent weekends here … Read more
Whether you live in Yorkshire, or are planning a visit, one thing you’ll have to take into consideration is the weather. The county is blessed by miles of green countryside, but this comes at a price; plenty of rain. So if you’re wondering what to do with the children on a rainy day in Yorkshire, … Read more
Summertime is family travel time, but it doesn’t have to be a headache to road trip with kids. A few key tips will have you at your destination frazzle-free. Traveling with Children It’s summer. School’s out and the kids are restless and-gas prices be damned-you owe a visit to family in Boston, or Phoenix, or … Read more
Walt Disney World (WDW) can provide a vacation experience of a lifetime, but losing a child there is a memory that no one would cherish. Prior planning may lessen the chances that a child in the party becomes separated and lost in Florida’s worldwide vacation destination. Would a Child Know What to Do if Lost … Read more
Owen Sound, Ontario is a city situated on the inlet of Georgian Bay at the mouth of the Sydenham River. The city is full of attractions for nature-lovers and history enthusiasts, including the famous Bruce Trail, many golf courses and fishing locales, museums and beautiful beaches. Visitors to Owen Sound will discover a range of … Read more
The visitor who speeds through Dumfries and Galloway without stopping is missing something. It may look like a quiet rural location and it is – but the region is a perfect place for a family holiday. There are beaches and walks galore – but there are also plenty of family-based attractions and activities to keep … Read more
Hoje trazemos dicas fresquinhas do Visit Britain, que compartilhou conosco a programação de Mercados e Festivais de Natal do Reino Unido para esse ano. Para quem vai viajar para esses lados entre novembro e dezembro, é um programa imperdível, já que em diversas cidades europeias a decoração de Natal é uma grande atração nessa época. … Read more
