Friday, April 13th, 2012
For those interested in food and drink, the city of Edinburgh is a must. It is full of gastronomic delights from Michelin starred restaurants to excellent delicatessens. Popular Scottish foods, such as haggis and shortbread, can be found in abundance and Edinburgh is actually home to some of the best suppliers of both. For those who like a tipple or two, Edinburgh is also home to the manufacturer of another famous Scottish product; Scottish whiskey.
Dining out
Edinburgh has a number of fantastic restaurants including Restaurant 21212, which was awarded a Michelin star in 2010, within a year of its opening. The chef, Paul Kitching, owns and runs the restaurant together with his wife Katie. As it is situated on the Royal Terrace, near to many Edinburgh hotels, tourists will find that they won’t have too far to walk after enjoying such a decadent meal.
Native products
Considered to be Scotland’s national dish, haggis is a dish made up of the minced heart and lungs of a sheep, mixed with onion and spices and traditionally encased inside a sheep’s stomach. Perhaps not everybody’s idea of gastronomic bliss, but a very popular meal nonetheless! For a chance to try one of the best examples of this famous Scottish dish, MacSweens of Edinburgh is the place to go. The firm is now so successful that they actually provide haggis to supermarkets throughout the UK, but they are based in Edinburgh.
Shortbread is another of Scotland’s products, which is so well known and loved, that there are a number of different brands available. However, these mass produced products are a world apart from traditional handmade shortbread. One of the best examples of this is made by a small family- run bakery called the Shortbread House. Visit their shop for your chance to sample their traditional shortbread, along with some slightly more unusual flavours including Stem Ginger and Macadamia Nut.
Interactive experiences
Scottish whiskey is famous throughout the world and there are many different brands available. The Scotch Whiskey Experience Tour, located on one of Edinburgh’s most famous streets, the Royal Mile, gives you an opportunity to find out more about the distilling process. There are three different tours available, along with tasting sessions and a morning master class. Whether you know very little about the tipple, or are a true whiskey enthusiast, the tours are extremely informative. Beginning with a trip through a replica whiskey distillery, visitors are shown how the craft of producing whiskey has developed from its cottage industry origins to the global export business it is today. At the end of the tour you are invited to try some samples and visit the whiskey shop, which is home to over three hundred different types of whiskey.
While it’s not a traditionally Scottish snack, visitors to Edinburgh can also treat themselves to some delicious handcrafted fudge from The Fudge Kitchen, which is also located on the Royal Mile. Giving visitors the opportunity to try their hand at making their own fudge, The Fudge Kitchen runs classes for groups of two or more. These classes allow people to taste a variety of different fudge flavours, as well as taking a box of their own handmade fudge home with them. Those with less time can simply buy some of their delicious wares.
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Tuesday, February 14th, 2012
The Galapagos are a group of volcanic islands located 500 miles from the coast of Ecuador, in the Pacific Ocean. The islands’ remoteness across many millennia led to an isolation that created an abundance of endemic animal species found nowhere else on the planet. It was this variety of species that helped Charles Darwin to devise his theory of evolution after he had toured the islands on the voyage of HMS Beagle in 1835. It is the animals that still draw attention from the rest of the world today and Galapagos island holidays are in high demand. Many of the animals are almost tame, with no fear of humans, but many are also highly endangered. Here are just a few of the curious creatures of the Galapagos.
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Chelenoids nigra: the Galapagos Tortoise The Giant Galapagos Tortoise is the largest tortoise in the world, reaching in excess of 400 kilograms in weight. This reptile is also one of the longest-lived vertebrates, routinely living well over 100 years. The Galapagos tortoise is an example of ‘island gigantism,’ where an abundance of food and lack of competition from other species causes an island-bound animal to reach enormous size. The introduction of livestock to the islands has caused a reduction in food availability that has led to the tortoises becoming endangered. One individual, named Lonesome George, is thought to be the last remaining example of his subspecies, the Pinta Island Tortoise and is therefore the rarest animal on the planet.
Geospiza Sp: Darwin’s Finches
Darwin’s Finches, also known as Galapagos Finches are a group of 14 finch species, famous for influencing Darwin’s theory. Darwin, who already had a penchant for finches, noted that the species that he found here were highly adapted to feed upon very specific food sources, due to the size and shape of their beaks. The most curious of the Galapagos Finches is the Vampire Finch, which has a pointed and very large beak. It uses this to drink blood from larger birds and this is thought to be an adaptation to the lack of water found on Wolf Island and Darwin Islands, where it lives.
Amblyrhynchs cristatus: the Marine Iguana This is the only iguana in the world to live in and around the ocean and is found along the shores of all of the islands. The Marine Iguana can dive in excess of ten metres deep and feeds on algae found offshore. As an exothermic animal, receiving most of its heat from its surroundings, it must routinely bask on the rocks in the heat of the sun after a dive. Unfortunately, this makes it vulnerable to introduced predators such as dogs and cats because it cannot run away when cold, which is why this unique creature has become threatened.
Spheniscus mendiculus: the Galapagos Penguin This is the only penguin to be found near the equator and lives solely on the Galapagos archipelago. Being so warm, conditions in these islands are at the very extremes of what a penguin can withstand and the Galapagos Penguin has to take regular dips in the water to stay cool. Getting enough fish and molluscs to eat is also a challenge, especially with the added pressures of local commercial fishing. As a result, the Galapagos Penguin does not breed every year and it is now the rarest penguin in the world.
This guest post was contributed by Leyla, an aspiring blogger with a passion for exotic travel. She is currently writing on behalf of Tribes Travel, an award-winning fair trade travel company specialising in independent tailor made travel.
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Tuesday, January 10th, 2012
What is hiking? When did hiking begin? To know about the history of hiking and go through some interesting facts about hiking read on…
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Do you love nature? Have you considered going for nature walks? If your answer is positive, I am sure you will love to go hiking! What is hiking? It is an outdoor activity, which involves walking in the natural environment. It is regarded as a part of mountaineering, which consists of walking, trekking and climbing up mountains as also hiking. Hiking is a popular sport in many parts of the world and a hobby for many sport enthusiasts. Apart from offering many health benefits, hiking also serves as an excellent means of recreation. Where did this outdoor activity originate? Since when has hiking been practiced as a popular sport? Let us find out.
History of Hiking
There is no conclusive evidence about the exact year, which witnessed the beginning of hiking. Otzi, the Iceman is believed to have climbed up the Alps about 5000 years ago. However the first recorded trek was that of the Roman Emperor Hadrian to Etna, which is today, an active stratovolcano near Sicily.
The thirteenth century witnessed a few expeditions to various mountains around the world. Between 1400s and 1500s, many people of the Inca Empire trod to the Andes for religious reasons. They are believed to have climbed the Llullaillaco peak, which is at a height of 6,379 meters. Perhaps they also accomplished the feat of climbing Aconcagua, the highest peak of the Andes. Leonardo da Vinci is said to have ascended a snowfield in the vicinity of Mount Rosa.
One of the major events in the history of hiking was the ascent of Darby Field to Mount Washington located in New Hampshire. No major expeditions took place in the seventeenth century. An ascent to the snow mountain Titus was recorded in 1744. The later years saw a number of important mountain expeditions, which found a place in the timeline of hiking. A team of mountaineers reached Elbrus, the highest mountain in Europe in 1874. W.S. Green climbed the Southern Alps of New Zealand in 1882. The highest peak of the Andes is recorded to have been climbed in 1897 and 1898 was the year when the Grand Teton of the Rocky Mountains of North America was ascended. Mount McKinley was climbed in 1913.
The nineteenth century was a witness to a couple of expeditions to the Himalayas. Gurkha sepoys trained in mountaineering activities were of great help in the exploration of the Asiatic mountains. The year 1953 marks one of the most important events in the history of mountaineering. It was on May 29 of this year that Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay reached the summit of Mount Everest.
These were some of the important events in the glorious history of hiking. Let us look at some interesting facts about this sport.
Facts about Hiking
Hiking, a part of mountaineering is about walking in the company of nature. It is known by different names in different parts of the world. In the United Kingdom it is known as ‘hill walking’. In Australia it is called ‘bush walking’ while it is known as ‘tramping’ in New Zealand. In the Indian and African continents, this sport is known by the name, ‘trekking’.
Hiking offers many health benefits like controlled obesity and reduced risk of heart diseases. Hiking helps the trekkers maintain good health. Threats to personal safety, property, attack by animals and physical injuries are some of the risks involved in hiking. They can be overcome by taking proper safety measures.
Hiking can be enjoyable only if proper safety precautions are taken. It is important for the hikers to wear comfortable and sturdy shoes. Wearing layered clothing can help the trekkers fight the changing weathers. Carrying a sufficient amount of water is advisable. Remember to start slowly and gradually pick up speed. Hiking can prove an endurance test! Watch out for dangerous animals and insects. Carry sleeping bags for a safe sleep. You might like to go through some more tips on hiking and camping.
The hikers should make sure their enjoyment does not destroy nature. Large numbers of hikers gathering on popular hiking destinations cause severe destruction of nature. It is the responsibility of the hikers to safeguard the nature that makes a good company. Hiking to less-visited places can give the trekkers an opportunity to observe some rare species of animals and plants. It is the prime duty of the hikers to safeguard these species by not disturbing their lives or their natural environment. For no reason can we afford to put nature at stake.
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Saturday, January 7th, 2012
Travelling is certainly a pleasant and rewarding endeavor, and can enrich your life more than many other pursuits. However there are a few things you should keep in mind when you do leave your home so that you don’t come back to unwanted or unexpected surprises. One of the foremost concerns regarding the safety of your home should be centered on pest issues such as aroach problemor rodents. There are many cases of people going off on vacation and coming home to find that their house has been overtaken by the menace of insects or rats. Luckily there are a few things you can do to keep yourself from facing this annoying and stressful situation.
Do A Pre-Trip Check
Before you leave your home, you should check the exterior of it to make sure there are no visible cracks or crevices in the façade of your home that can provide a quick route of access for any pests that might want to come in. If there are any such cracks, you would do well to fill them with a product such as copper mesh, which will keep out both rodents and some insects. Smaller cracks can be sealed with caulk or a similar product to provide complete protection against the incursion of problem species of animal. One last thing you might do to the exterior of your home is to spray it with a barrier insecticide such as talstar to kill anything that tries to get in.
Protect Your Home With The Right Products
Inside the home there are also some measures you should take to keep pests away during your absence. The most important measure by far is the removal of any foodstuffs from the premises, including garbage. There are numerous tales of someone forgetting to take the garbage out before setting off for a trip and returning to find that their kitchen or perhaps even their entire home has been overrun by cockroaches, ants or some similar species of insect. This sort of situation will necessitate the use of pest control products such as sticky mouse glue traps or pesticides so it’s best to try and prevent the problem in the first place.
And Finally…
Lastly, you shouldn’t be afraid to put down some traps, pesticides or both in and around the kitchen, garage and other areas of the house as a final and complete protection against these annoying critters. By doing all these things, you will be able to relax and enjoy your holiday free from any worries that you might be coming home to an unpleasant situation.
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Thursday, January 5th, 2012
While the Disney resorts have their charms, they also have their drawbacks – high rates that make you go “ouch.” Little known fact: the Orlando area is packed full of affordable vacation rentals, making it easy for a family of five to get away and take in other sights besides Mickey Mouse. Book a 3-bedroom town home in a gated community for just $60 a night, or a luxury lakefront home with a private pool for $89 a night. Really! Whether you’re honeymooning, or have three kiddos and a dog in tow, a trip to Disney World doesn’t have to break your bank, or your spirits. Here are some tips for saving on park lodging, and more.
Think Outside the Park
The Disney area is pretty compact. If you’re okay with making a quick car, shuttle or cab ride to the parks every morning, your accommodation options explode. Explore rentals in Kissimmee, a great destination in its own right, with Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Course, Fun Spot USA, Old Town (rides, restaurants, and shops), and loads more. Or throw yourself into the middle of all the action with an Orlando condo, and get easy access to SeaWorld, Gatorland, Wonderworks, and other worthy Disney distractions. Clermont, Davenport, Winter Garden, Winter Park, and other cities surrounding the parks have great vacation rentals, too.
From pet-friendly condos to pool homes, you’ve got choices. What’s great about rentals, versus hotels, is they offer up lots of space, luxury, and amenities, for a whole lot less. If you’re traveling with your honey and want to get away from the chaotic crowds and syrupy vibes, why not escape to your own private lake getaway in between rides? Or, if you’re got a big family with a small budget, stay in a spacious pool home for the same price you’d pay to coop yourself up in a small hotel room. FYI: many Disney vacation rentals don’t skimp on the Disney experience, either – think bedrooms themed with Disney characters, pools shaped like Mickey, and more.
Hint: the longer you book a stay, the better deal you’ll get.
Nothing Off About Off Season
Disney World is buzzing year-round, but there are still times you can benefit from shorter lines and reasonable rates on accommodations and airfare. Hint: visit when the kids are in school. Avoid the major holidays, Spring Break, and summer and you’ll save a lot of money (and headache). Fall and spring are particularly great times to plan a visit – these “shoulder seasons” have great weather for walking around and waiting in lines, and more room to do so, too, since the crowds are thinner.
Fly on the Cheap
When it comes to airfare, there’s so much fluctuation in the industry that you’ve got to comparison shop. FareCompare.com, Kayak.com, and the like can be helpful, but visit as many sites as possible. Sometimes purchasing directly from the airline is the cheapest route. In general, though, those who shop in the early morning, or on a Tuesday or Wednesday, score cheaper tickets.
Eat on the Cheap
If you book a Disney vacation home, take advantage of your full kitchen. Stock your rental with your favorite foods and dine in when possible. Also, research Disney restaurant menus online and plot out the cheaper spots before you hit the park, and save your fine dining appetite for the afternoon lunch specials.
Laura Hoot has been writing professionally since 2004, and currently manages content for HomeAway Inc. She’s written for USA Today’s travel site, GirlsGetaway.com, Cheaop Air, Travels.com, Trails.com, eFilmCritic.com, The Budget Fashionista, Travellogged.com, and many more sites. Don’t let a tight budget keep you from a magical Disney experience. For more tips on visiting the area, check out HomeAway’s Disney travel tips.
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Friday, November 4th, 2011
Backpacking anywhere is bound to be an amazing experience. There’s something about the feeling of having all of your worldly possessions crammed into a backpack, setting off on adventures unknown and meeting like-minded travellers along the way who share your passion for exploring new cultures and places. Backpacking in Australia is particularly exciting, because not only do we have a healthy does of culture and history to explore, we also have some of the most beautiful natural scenery anywhere in the world. If you’re planning a backpacking trip to Australia, we’ve got a few tips that will help you on your way. From finding Surfer’s Paradise accommodation during peak season to getting a lift in a car on its way up the coast, you’re going to run into challenges and experiences you’ve never had before. The following tips provide a guide on how to make the most of everything. You’re on for a wild ride….
Attitude
- The one thing that is going to affect your backpacking time in Australia is your own attitude.
- You can either blame other people when things go wrong, or accept that it’s part of the journey and consider it a lesson.
- The amount of fun you have in Australia will be directly proportionate to how open you are to having it. Open your heart and your mind to new experiences and you will reap the rewards.
- A desire to find out about local cultures and traditions will set you in good stead. A lot of backpackers arrive and spend their time on the inside of every Irish pub from Sydney to Cairns, never really getting out and experiencing the real Aussie lifestyle (not that we don’t like to hang out in Irish pubs occasionally!) Get outside your comfort zone.
Experiences
- Do everything that you can possibly do (and afford).
- If you’ve always wanted to climb the Harbour Bridge, do it. If you’ve always wanted to dive the Great Barrier Reef, do it. Don’t let petty things hold you back, and while it’s important to budget, remember that these are probably once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, so don’t go home with regrets.
- Travel by car or bus as often as possible. For those on time restrictions we can understand that planes are more efficient, but seeing the Australian landscape change dramatically as you pass through different areas is an amazing introduction to the country.
- Do day tours as often as you can. They might seem very touristy, but they’re often cheap, easy ways to orientate yourself in a new city or town and find out what you want to come back to later on and spend more time exploring.
Friends
- Open yourself up to meeting new people. Every new person that comes into your life has something to offer, and you have something to offer them. You may not know what it is yet, but if you have that attitude you’ll find experiences and opportunities begin to open up all over the place.
- Choose to travel with new friends, rather than alone. While it might be important for you to complete some of the trip solo, travelling with friends is a way to experience things more fully.
- In addition to this, it can be cheaper—hire a van together or grab a lift with friends, and you’ll find you save a lot of money up the coast.
People come back from backpacking trips around Australia every day, and one of the most common experiences is that they feel it changed them for the better. Australia is a land steeped in history and ancient spirituality, as well as having some of the friendliest locals anywhere in the world. Have you booked your backpacking adventure yet?
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Thursday, September 15th, 2011
If you’re a sea-lover, a marine man or an ocean adorer, then boats probably hold the same kind of magical appeal to you that cars hold to Formula 1 drivers. Boating holidays have been popular all over the world with boaters and non-boaters alike, and being that it is the biggest island in the world, Australia is the perfect destination to indulge your love of the open water! Grab some good travel insurance, book yourself a plane ticket and head down under—we’ve got a list of the best boating experiences to have while you’re here!!
Sail the Whitsundays in a Glass-Bottomed Boat
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of gliding gently over turquoise waters, surrounded by white sandy islands. The Whitsunday Islands are beautiful, but what’s going on above water is only a fraction of the story. While scuba diving and snorkeling are both mandatory when you get up to the Whitsundays, a glass-bottomed boat allows you to enjoy the islands and the underwater eco-system at the same time.
Fishing In Jervis Bay
Jervis Bay is known for its high concentration of big fish…OK, we’ll say it—sharks. There’s something in the water in Jervis Bay, and that something tastes mighty good on a plate with a few wedges of lemon. Rent a boat, or better yet, book yourself onboard a local fishing charter that can take you way out into the deep see to try and catch the one that always used to get away.
Jet Boating on the Swan River
If you’ve never been on a jet boat ride, you’re missing out. Run on a jet motor (which negates the need for those pesky propellers), a jet boat can travel in only inches of water at speeds of up to 120kph. This means you’re in for one hell of a ride at break-neck speeds as you weave your way through the beautiful Swan River in Perth. Known for its cleanliness, and its stunning location on the edge of the city, the Swan River is one of Perth’s major tourist attractions, but you’ve never fully experienced it until you’ve seen in whizzing past your ears at the speed of (almost) light.
Whitewater Rafting in Cairns
If jet boating wasn’t enough adventure for you, then whitewater rafting down the Tully River in Cairns will certainly test your mettle. With options for every skill level, whitewater rafting on the Tully River is bound to be an Australian experience you’ll never forget. The lush surrounds of the river combine with the powerful surging of the river to create a very fast, adrenalin-fuelled sightseeing adventure.
Cruising Sydney Harbour
If you’re in Australia, you simply cannot leave without doing a Sydney Harbour Cruise. There are a range of options to choose from when it comes to cruising the harbour, and whether you choose a dinner cruise so that you can watch the city light up as you enjoy a seafood buffet or an educational cruise during the day so that you can brush up on your harbour history, a Sydney Harbour cruise is well-worth the money. Port Jackson (the body of water that contains Sydney Harbour) is widely considered the most beautiful natural harbour in the world, and as you travel underneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge and sail past the Opera House, we think you’ll be inclined to agree.
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Saturday, September 10th, 2011
Newcastle Stag Do Party Ideas and Review
The last stag party was a total blast and you can’t wait to do it again. You won’t go wrong and a Newcastle stag do is without question at the top of the list of places to go for the best adventures, sports, architecture, Roman history, and of course, the beautiful and fun women who are just waiting to meet you and your buddies.
Reviews of Newcastle weekends for the guys’ report they had great weekends which included quad biking and free paintballing, that they are a friendly service and try their best to help you out when needed. There are some logistics and scheduling matters that, as any discerning traveler you must pay attention to when making your arrangements so you don’t miss a beat and will spend your time playing instead of debating with the concierge.
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Accommodations are excellent, clean, and friendly and have a stunning choice of breakfast. Who wants to figure out what to eat after a late night out with tourists from across the world? The drinking scene in Newcastle is epic and the food is an international gastro-revolution. How about a spectacular feast in a 13th century monk’s refractory? Check out the pubs and hang out with the locals by stepping back in time or take in a trendy topless bar with wild music and equally wild women? Still not tired yet? Finish the evening watching any number of football matches on big screen TVs or enjoy a locally brewed ale at the pub fireside.
The next morning after your sumptuous, healthy breakfast, conveniently scheduled for late risers, tour historic Newcastle with its ancient Roman ruins and forts. Finally energized and ready for adventure, get the guys together for an Extreme Quad biking trip. Are you into clay shooting? For fantastic fun, the Pro-Kart Racing and Speedball Paintballing is a most popular Newcastle stag do activity for both younger gentleman and for the young at heart. Who says you have to be any age to take in an evening of Greyhound racing or an afternoon of Indoor 5A Side football?
Despite its rugged beginnings not too far from the North Sea and just about 5 hours from London, Newcastle is an adventure waiting to happen for you and your friends for a weekend or weeklong stag getaway. Newcastle, otherwise known as Newcastle-upon-Tyne has some amazing sights, from the Gateshead Millennium Bridge, lit at night and sparkling over the river to avant-garde and inspiring sculptures such as the Angel of the North just outside the city.
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On one hand this city that has risen from the ashes after falling into disrepair at the end of the last century like many English dockside cities. Loaded with entertainment, steeped in citizenship and bettering a British community, and redeveloped as an ultra-modern, trendy destination and place to live, Newcastle brings old and new together for the best balance for your stag do. Some people might think a stag weekend is just about girls but little do they know that they can be whatever you desire, which is the entire point of getaway weekends for the guys. You can participate in vigorous physical activities, burning off the week of stress and demanding people, or stroll historic streets, leisurely having coffee, and ending the day in an internationally renowned restaurant, followed by dancing or live music.
Did you know Charles I King of England in the mid-1600s was imprisoned in Newcastle and that the famous and much-loved group, The Animals played in local clubs? Who knows who you might rub elbows with. Rowan Atkinson, the hysterical Mr. Bean and the two Gordie presenters who host “Saturday Night Takeaway,” along with famous footballers, Alan Shearer, Peter Beardsley and Paul Gascoigne, all call Newcastle home. Perhaps you will be lucky enough to find them hanging out in a club doing very much the same things you are!
Catering to your personal preferences and needs is what makes the perfect Newcastle stag do that will create memories for life. You and your friends will have an unforgettable time mixing the old and the new, the trendy and historic, and you will return home rested and invigorated waiting to plan the next great adventure
This is a guest article by Ruben, a freelancer writer for the website Redseven where they help plan UK stag weekends and other stag party ideas.
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Monday, June 27th, 2011
Where to Stay near Florence: Being in the heart of Tuscany, there are many choices outside Florence that cost less. Consider an agriturismo or vacation rental and take a bus or train into Florence for the day (both the train and bus station are within easy walking distance of the historic center). A good choice is staying at Le Torri Vacation Apartments and taking the bus to Florence.
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On the train line, the cities of Prato or Pistoia could make reasonable choices. Montecatini Terme, just under an hour by train, has many inexpensive hotels.
Florence has a number of hostels (not just for youth) and even a camp ground with a view of the city.
Eating and Drinking in Florence: Sitting at a bar on Piazza della Signoria can be very expensive. Restaurants on or near the square are costly, too. Walk just a few blocks from the tourist crowds and you’ll find less costly options. Here are suggestions for inexpensive places to eat in Florence, many of them popular with locals.
Florence has an excellent central covered market, worth a visit even if you don’t want to shop. It’s a great place to assemble a picnic lunch. More about Florence San Lorenzo Market.
Sight-seeing in Florence: Florence is an architectural treasure trove with many beautiful buildings to be observed. Many churches are free and hold important artworks. Florence is easily explored on foot so there’s no need for transportation. Wandering around the city and walking along the Arno River are good ways to spend the day.
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Thursday, June 23rd, 2011
We live in a world blessed with sights that are beautiful beyond words. Every human being probably dreams of visiting at least one of those places in their lifetime. Living in modern cities with high-rise buildings, we tend to miss out on what Mother Nature has to offer as well as some of the most incredible man-made structures built throughout the course of history.
Look at the places below, and you will see beauty that fills the eye and warms the heart. It wouldn’t be appropriate or humanly possible to just pick a few places from the huge collection of amazing sights around the world and call them the “best.”
They say that “beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” and there are perhaps other places that have touched your heart. For this reason, we do not claim the places included in our list are the best, but rather among the vast collection of the most beautiful places of the world.
Skardu Valley – Pakistan
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Skardu Valley is part of the Baltistan. Baltistan is spread over an area of 26,000 square kilometres – just right below the jagged and glaciated ramparts of the Karakoram. Once part of Laddakh, it was known as Tibet-i-Khurd – Little Tibet. Archaeological exploration has proven that it was encompassed by the Silk Trade Route.
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