All about : travel to London

London, the capital of Great Britain is a vibrant and vital city over 7.5 million residents. It is filled with history, culture and ethnic diversity. In fact, it's more than 300 languages spoken in the city, the most in any city in the world. Located along the River Thames in central southern England, London is known for theater, as the home of the British royal family and the many museums.History
This historic city, whose name derives from the Celtic word for "wild" was first settled around AD 43. It was originally a Celtic settlement, but was overrun by the Roman Empire shortly afterwards. After the fall of the Roman Empire, the capital of England became a Saxon town and district of London called Westminster was the seat of British government since medieval times.
Among the most important events in the city's history was the Great Fire of 1666. The majority of the overcrowded city was destroyed and the reconstruction took ten years. Many of the buildings of that era are still valid. The other event that shaped modern London was the German blitz during World War II, which killed over 30,000 Londoners and destroyed large parts of the city. The subsequent reconstruction of these areas in the 1950 and 1960 gives the city's architecture, a kind of quirky mixture of old and new.

Attractions
This diverse city is full of historic monuments and sites, ranging from the 15th century Tower of London until the 20th century London Eye. Here are some of what you expect to explore:Westminster AbbeyWestminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey is unique in that it is neither a parish nor a cathedral. Called "royal peculiar," is controlled by the Crown and not the Church of England. The Gothic-style monastery, built between 1215 and 1517, is the traditional site for royal coronations and the site has seen everyone from 1066. The monastery is also used for state funerals, like that of Princess Diana. Many English Kings are buried here, including Henry III, as well as a number of notable British citizens such as Charles Darwin, the Sir Isaac Newton, and David Livingstone. Poet's Corner here holds the graves of many British writers from Chaucer Chaucer to Rudyard Kipling. Visitors can walk through the massive Gothic structure when not in use.
· Covent GardenFormerly a food market in Covent Garden is where the Cockney-flower seller, Eliza Doolittle, she met Professor Henry Higgins in My Fair Lady. Today, this historic market has abandoned its working class origins and re-created in a mixed-use complex of shops, restaurants, pubs and entertainment. The open courtyard is now home cart vendors, street entertainers, and the weekly antique and craft markets. The area around the market is full of interesting ethnic restaurants, avant-garde clothing boutiques and modern galleries.
• The London EyeDesigned and constructed in collaboration with British Airways, the London Eye is a huge, enclosed glass observation wheel. More than 1700 feet high, this popular attraction offers breathtaking views that cover all city and surrounding countryside. Click the "flight" your extra special by choosing a flight with champagne or reserve a private capsule for up to twenty-five of your friends and enjoy brunch while enjoying the sights. It is a unique, awe-inspiring, entertaining treat

All about : Travel Bermuda Vacation

The Bermuda vacation is perfect for honeymooners, golfers and those looking for a bubbly and friendly beach destination, rich in history. Bermuda is located about 600 miles off the coast of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. It consists of 138 coral islands, which are closely related to highways and bridges. A British overseas territory, Bermuda is approximately 64,000 inhabitants ruled by a local commander and prime minister who report to the British Prime Minister. Bermuda has a fascinating history. It was first discovered in the early 1500's by the Spanish explorer, Juan de Bermudez, from which the island gets its name. For the next hundred years, the islands were only used as a port of supply, because the rumors of spirits remain permanent settlers away. (The rumors were later attributed to the dictates of local birds.) The first permanent settlement began when the Sea Venture, a British ship en route to the U.S., sank off the coast of Bermuda in 1609oday, Bermuda has a thriving economy and one of the highest per capita incomes in the world. International finance and banking island's main activity is monitored closely by tourism. Many wealthy Americans and Britons have second homes on the islands, including actor Michael Douglas, the New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and financier and former presidential candidate Ross Perot. Bermuda is famous for its colorful architecture, sparkling pink beaches, the rum swizzle (which was invented in Hamilton), and BermudaHamilton
Bermuda vacation will not be complete without a visit to Hamilton, the capital of Bermuda. The colorful pastel houses and businesses here make a nice complement to the vivid blue sea and ships in port. Shops line Front Street and Queen Street in the capital, with items ranging from a fine British china and linens, the rum and British Scotch Whisky, quality jewelry. Prices are somewhat high in Bermuda, primarily due to the high import tax, but the quality in almost all shops are excellent.St. George
The site of the original settlement in Bermuda, St. George is steeped in 400 years of history. Unlike Williamsburg and Jamestown, many of the original buildings of St. George "stand still, without renovation or decoration. Named a World Heritage Site, St. George masonry walls "and the narrow cobblestone streets dating from the 17th and 18th century. Party stronghold and village party, St. George is interesting to explore.
Royal Naval Dockyards Near St. George is the Royal Naval Dockyard, a naval base from 1850 until 1957. The site is now home to a quality arts and crafts shopping, a traditional pub, and the Bermuda Maritime Museum, among other attractions. During summer, street performers delight guests with music, dance and pantomime. The Royal Naval Dockyard on the edge of the "hook" in Bermuda and a little out of the way but worth the visit.The pink sandPink Sand of BermudaBermuda is known for its pink beaches, colored by tiny bits of coral reefs have stopped composing Bermuda. The beaches here are mostly small cove type beaches, many of which are private and secluded. Some of the most popular beach is Elbow Beach, Somerset Long Beach and Horseshoe Bay Beach, in Southampton.

Traveling to Bermuda
Start your Bermuda vacation with one of the daily flights from major U.S. east coast cities like Boston, Philadelphia and New York and Atlanta and Toronto. Flights come from other U.S. cities and London several times a week. Bermuda is a major destination for cruise ships and ships call at St Georges and Hamilton for a long stay, especially during spring and fall.

All about : Travel Beaches U.S. Virgin Islands

Soft sandy stretches, secluded coves, water lapping over cliffs: Beaches in the U.S. Virgin Islands are idyllic. Whether you are just spending the day there or have a week to enjoy the sun, here are some of the best beaches to be found in the Caribbean playground of America:Beaches U.S. Virgin Islands - St. Thomas
The largest of the three U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Thomas is known for its duty-free markets, but the head out of Charlotte Amalie, the main port city of St. Thomas, to find pristine, lush, tropical beaches.· Magens Bay
The most famous of the beaches of U.S. Virgin Islands and arguably the best beach of the island is Magens Bay. This lovely area located on the north side of St. Thomas, protected by a long, thin peninsula. Extremely popular with tourists and residents, Magens Bay is a great place to picnic and a bathroom. There are benches for a picnic and barbecue grills provided. This is a very quiet beach, protected on both sides by two peninsulas.
• The unique beach SapphireAlong the eastern coast of St. Thomas at Sapphire Beach. Perfect name for the warm, turquoise, crystal waters, Sapphire Bay is a pleasant place to swim. Be careful, though. This area is also very popular with windsurfers.
• The unique beach MorningstarAt the mouth of the bay from the port of Charlotte Amalie at Morningstar Beach. Soak up the sun here as you watch the cruise ships glide in the harbor. This beach has great views of both the city and out to sea. This site makes for good snorkeling and offers a wide variety of water sports.St. Croix
St. Croix (pronounced San Croy) is the largest U.S. Virgin Islands. Largely agricultural, St Croix is famous for sugar cane and cattle. South of St. Thomas and St. John, St. Croix is just a short flight away from the two islands.
• The unique beach GrapevineOn the east side of the island Grapevine Beach, an area severely damaged during Hurricane Hugo several years ago. Although many hotels are destroyed beyond repair, the beach has returned to its former glory. This sunny, large area of sand is several hundred meters away and offer facilities for water sports as well as snacks.
· Island BuckAbout a mile and half from the north shore of St. Croix is Buck Island Reef National Monument. This island and surrounding reef is an exciting underwater marine park with clean, warm water and coral reefs. Apart from the 90 different varieties of fish along the reef, Buck Island attracts a wide variety of birds and butterflies. Frequent ferry connect with Buck Island St. Croix. Facilities on the island are picnic tables and barbecue pits, a beautiful trail, and an observation platform.Beaches U.S. Virgin Islands - St. JohnRegular ferry service linking St. John to St. Thomas and St. Croix. The ferry from St Thomas takes about 20 minutes, and the ship to St Croix takes about 45 minutes. The Virgin Islands National Park occupies most of the island of St. John - including 13,000 acres of waters and offshore reefs.
• The unique Maho Bay beachThe three Maho Bay beach is known for winning, the eco-camp, high-tech "cottages." This campground is dedicated to preserving the environment and has taken the conservation and recycling to a fine art. Each unit is equipped with composting toilets; solar energy appliances, lighting and hot water heaters; and is totally self-sufficient.
The beach here offers good opportunities for snorkeling and hosts a large population of pelicans.
· Bay CruzCruz Bay is the starting point of St. John. This is where the ferries from St. Thomas and St. John's dock. The visitor center here to inform travelers about the national park and the activities and accommodations and car rentals. There is also an eighteen-minute video presented here for monitoring wildlife, beaches and hiking trails in the park.
• The unique beach CaneelLeaving the visitor center is a mile and a path that leads to half Caneel Beach, one of the best beaches on St. John. Caneel Beach is home to several luxury hotels, but non-guests are welcome to use the beach as well as the restaurants there. Caneel Beach is actually composed of seven white sand, unspoiled beaches caves. This area is a mecca for divers and snorklers the reef just-off-shore and coconut palms, untouched on sandy land.

All about : Travel Aruba

Aruba, located just north of South America is a barren, almost desert-like island with a long white sandy beach, a number of international resorts, a steady breeze, and predictable weather. The Dutch colony is only less than 20 miles away and much of the island is occupied with many oil refineries located there. Besides oil, the major industries in Aruba are tourism and gold mining.History
Aruba was first "discovered" by Spanish explorers in 1499. The island was conquered by the Dutch in 1636 and remains a part - albeit a self-governing party - the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Dutch influence can be seen in architecture, kitchen island, and customs. Although English is widely spoken, Dutch is the official language of the island.Attractions
Aruba attractions revolve around the natural wonders of the island, such as interesting rocks and beaches found there. Among the island's attractions are:

    * Natural Bridge - On the north coast of the island across from Oranjestad, this limestone arch is the most photographed attraction in the nation. The formation stretches twenty-five feet in the air and extends about one hundred feet of water.

    * Arikok National Park - Covering twenty percent of the island, this ecological preserve contains many caves once inhabited by several Indian tribes. Fontein cave decorated with primitive drawings, and the nearby cave Baranca Sunu has a weird heart-shaped entrance giving nicknamed the "Tunnel of Love."

    * Wilhelmina Park - within walking distance from downtown Oranjestad, this small park includes a meticulously maintained tropical garden with a statue of Queen Wilhelmina as the highlight, highlighting the island's Dutch heritage.

    * Beaches - With less than twenty inches of annual rainfall, Aruba's beaches are ideal for serious sunbathing. Many beaches are easily reached by taxi at a low price (taxi fares in Aruba all levels of pay - to agree on a price before the start of the drive), and the beaches of the hotel offers a variety of water sports like diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, and water skiing.
Shops and restaurants
Dutch cultural heritage of Aruba can be seen on the island shops and dining options. Oranjestad is known for its duty-free markets. Among the best buys are chocolate, cheese, Dutch liquor, jewelry, crystal and porcelain.
Dutch and Indonesian food combined with island specialties to form an interesting variety of food choices. Moreover, traditional American and European cuisine are offered at major international tourist resorts.Visit Aruba
Aruba is easily reached via non-direct flights from New York, Miami, San Juan, and Amsterdam, among other cities. Moreover, visitors from hundreds of cities around the world can reach the island by flights. Most hotels and resorts on the east coast of Aruba and Palm Beach, and in Oranjestad, the capital of the island. Popular resorts include Marriott, the Hyatt Regency and Bucati beach. All-inclusive resorts are also becoming popular in the zone

All about : Antigua Travel

Antigua is the larger of two islands that make up the country of Antigua and Barbuda, located east of Puerto Rico in the archipelago known as the Lesser Antilles. A small island, just 171 square miles, Antigua is known for its large number of white sand beaches - 365, one for each day of the year. Famous residents include Antigua rocker Eric Clapton, fashion designer Giorgio Armani, and novelist Jamaica Kincaid.History
Antigua was originally inhabited by the tribe Arawak, as early as 2400 BC The island was "discovered" by Christopher Columbus and the Spanish in 1493 on his second voyage. Early settlements by the Spanish and French were replaced by a permanent British colony in 1667. The English occupied the island with the introduction of the Irish-Catholic slaves to work sugar plantations on the island. Remnants of this Irish Catholic heritage can still be found on the island. The island became independent in 1981.Attractions
For a small island, Antigua is home to a number of interesting attractions. Among these are:

    * Shipyard Nelson - This historic shipyard, after the haunt of sailors, including Admiral Nelson and Prince William Henry, is one of the best protected natural harbors in the world. The grounds include a restored colonial forts, houses, barracks and demonstrating the power of the British Navy guarding the colony. Today, the port also houses a "fleet" of private yachts and popular waterfront restaurants.

    * Shirley Heights - next to Nelson's yard, the military fortifications at Shirley Heights was once the main point guard of guards scan for enemy ships. Barracks, arched walkways and other structures recreate the site, and visitors will be stunned by the breathtaking views of English Harbour. A ticket includes entry to both Nelson's Dockyard and Shirley Heights.

    * The Museum of Antigua and Barbuda - Founded in 1985, this museum tells the history of the island through hundreds of documents and objects. The structure also houses an extensive library of research.

    * Beaches - All over 300 beaches of Antigua are public, and most offer a variety of chairs, shade umbrellas and water sports equipment rental.

    * Cathedral of St. John the Theologian - The Anglican Cathedral has been rebuilt and renovated several times, and the baroque structure with 69-foot bell tower overlooking dramatic twin city of St. John.

    * Football - As with most former British Commonwealth nations, the game of cricket is extremely popular on the island. In fact, the 2007 world cup football championships will be held in Antigua.

Visiting Antigua
Antigua is easily accessible by air with non-stop flights from San Juan, New York, Atlanta, Miami and other U.S. cities. Hundreds of other cities in North America are accessible via connecting flights. Accommodation on the island range from luxury resorts like Half Moon Bay Club and Jumby Bay, a smaller local facilities. A limited number of condos are also available at island resorts like all-inclusive, such as sandals.