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The Grenadine IslandsThe Grenadines in the Windward Islands of the Eastern Caribbean are a beautiful cluster of picturesque, hilly islands with lovely sand beaches and lots of opportunities for snorkeling, diving and day sailing. The Grumpy EdinburghEdinburgh has always been well known for its surliness (if not Britain as a whole) and from the Black Cab grumps to shop assistants who assume that "they are always right" bad words and scowls have been issued out like red-hot machine guns against the evil enemy, the customer! The Hawaiian LeiWhen you think Hawaii, visions of beautiful flower leis come to mind. Visitors to Hawaii are greeted with flower leis upon their arrival, making for a very warm welcome. Where did this tradition come from? The heart of the Emerald IslandDublin, the capital of Ireland, is an ancient city, founded in 841 AD by Vikings. Its rise began much later, in XVIII century under the influence of the English Crown. It’s no surprise that Irish Dublin looks a lot like many English cities – with its division to business and commercial centers, with its fashionable districts with wide streets and houses of unmistakable Georgian style. The Hidden Gem of the Austrian Alps: Tux, AustriaTux, Austria is the hidden gem of the Austrian Alps. Find out what makes Tux the ideal vacation spot anyone interested in outdoor activities and sports. The Hidden History of Stafford County, VirginiaWashington DC only tells part of the story of our nation's birth. Settled in the heart of the Mid-Atlantic region, the nation's capital is surrounded by two states that hosted quite a bit of action in colonial times. Virginia, in particular, was home to a number of legendary events that shaped our nation, and when tourists take a side step to Stafford County (only 25 miles from DC), they will find a wealth of attractions to supplement their history lessons. The Hidden Story of EthiopiaWhen you hear the words friendly and multicultural one thing comes to mind – Ethiopians. Known as the horn of Africa, Ethiopia has a lot of undiscovered treasures. The Historic City of AmsterdamAmsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands and originated around the late 12th century, when it developed as a rather small fishing village on the banks of the river Amstel and the IJ Bay. It is a very popular tourist location and is well-known for its entertainment and cultural features. The History Of CarnivalTo give you an idea of my connection to Carnival and what I would prefer L.A. or any other place to experience, let me begin with the fact that when I began playing mass The History of LeithThe Story of Leith On the Firth of Forth near to Scotland's Capital city is the Port of Leith. Not a large Port by international standards but despite this one of the most famous ports not only in Scotland but also in the United Kingdom. The Insiders Guide To Secretly Enjoying SpainImagine how much more there is to see in Spain apart from sand sea and cheap plonk. Author tries to add a 'little culture' for those visiting this wonderful country, even as a tourist. The Internet Makes Travelling On a Budget SimpleMany consider travelling to be expensive, and something that they cannot afford to do. However this is not often the case, and you can find yourself some real bargains and cost cutting opportunities. Read on to discover some great money-saving travel tips. The Internet: How To Save Time When Booking A Bargain Package HolidayTips on how to use the Internet most effectively when looking to research and book package holidays and independent travel. The Irish Crown JewelsA quick look at the mystery that is the Irish Crown Jewels. The Jewels of Cuban Colonial ArchitectureCuba has some of biggest and better conserved Spanish colonial architecture cores in America. There are at least eight town and cities with important and well conserved colonial cores that give Cuba a great attractiveness from the colonial architectural point of view. The Kentucky State Fair Loves HorsesThe state of Kentucky, well-known for its horse breeding holds the World Championship Horse Show at its State Fair held in Louisville. Kentucky is big on horses and it shows with the World Championship held along with the Quarter horse Show and the Miniature Horse Show. The Kitschy Nightclubs of MiamiSometimes you just want to go where nobody knows your name and all of the furniture is mounted to the walls. When you want a kitshcy nightclub, Miami delivers - and a bona fide expert is here tell you where to find them... The Kruger National ParkSouth Africa has dedicated more than three million hectares of its total land mass to the conservation of its natural heritage. You will see a great variety of habitats and wildlife when you visit these amazing sites. The Lakes of TanzaniaThere are many lakes in Tanzania each one presenting something different to the visitor. Lake Manyara and Lake Natron, are soda lakes where wildlife gather on the desolate salt flats and the shimmering views are often referred to as lunar landscaped, the sunset plunges this landscape into haunting shades of muted pastels. The soda lakes are home to large populations of pink flamingos, storks, and herons. The Last Time I Saw ParisI looked at the popular keyword searches and decided to write an article on Paris Hilton. After a bit of study I decided to take a look at the Eiffel Tower instead. You can see the world through web cams. The Little Train That Couldn't, Riding the Train in ChileIt just seems a perfect match would be a place as beautiful as Southern Chile and a train to cross it. You can take a train across Southern Chile, sort of, if your patient. We take a brief look at the struggles of Chile's train system and what it means for visitors to the South of Chile. The Louisiana State Fair in ShreveportThe State Fair of Louisiana will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this late October of 2006. Every year visitors from all around Louisiana drop in for some Cajun Concession food and a chance to visit the State Fair Zoo. This may be one of the few state fairs that operates a free daily zoo, with Elephants, Tigers and Giraffes. The Magic of Magic MountainMagic Mountain is perhaps one of the most well known theme parks in the United States. The Many Facets of TanzaniaIn concluding I would like to add one last facet to this precious country; its people are friendly and love visitors. The people of Tanzania love peace and are united like no other people I know. The Maryland State Fair AgrifestYou can find the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium, Maryland filled with crowds from late August to early September every year. Timonium is made up of two unincorporated communities of Lutherville and Timonium so if you are lost and asking for directions remember to indicate that you are looking for the State Fair Grounds and most people will be able to get you there. The Mashantucket Pequot Museum, One of the Great New England MuseumsOne could assume that the Smithsonian Museum would be the largest repository of Native American artifacts and information. But that assumption would be wrong. The true organization responsible for telling the story of all Native American tribes is the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center in a sleepy town in Southeastern, Connecticut. If you're interested in Native cultures, beliefs and informatioon, The Mashantucket Pequot Museum is the place to go. The Minnesota Golf TrailThe Minnesota Golf Trail is made up of 10 golf courses in northwestern Minnesota. The Modern Rome - The 21st Century Vibe of the Eternal CityWhile Rome is famous for its historical monuments and jewels of art, the city seemed to have missed the connection with the 21st century. But today, that is changing. This article provides some suggestions for experiencing the modern dimension of the Eternal City. The Motor CityThough many of you have heard of this fair city, how much do you really know? Detroit, better known as "the Motor City". Despite its myths Detroit truly has a lot to offer; this incredibly populated city is a great spot for family vacationing. Detroit also has many cultural centers, for theatre and events all year around. The Nation Within A City, Using Travel To See the SecretsThere is no doubt that the little nation within the huge city holds a lot of secrets .....Records: 1831-1860 from 2388