holidays.bz | sightseeing holidays | package holidays | holidays.bz

Wilson tours South Point industrial park
SOUTH POINT, Ohio — U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson, D-Ohio, got a first-hand look Friday at The Point, a South Point industrial park where he’s helped finance .6 million in rail and road improvements to help bring jobs to Southern Ohio.
Read more on The Huntington Herald-Dispatch

Argentina seek home friendlies against major opponents
A friendly between world champions Spain and Argentina at the River Plate stadium on Tuesday (2000 GMT) could be the start of a new era in visits from high-profile teams with an eye on the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
Read more on Reuters via Yahoo! Sports

Something To Declare: America gets tougher; long-haul ferry deals; Slovenia, underground; Oberammergau
The cost and inconvenience of reaching the US steps up again this week – but holidaymakers and business travellers considering a transatlantic trip in the next two years can dodge the new financial penalty by applying for permission by next Tuesday, 7 September.
Read more on Independent

Traveller’s Guide: Alternative New York tours
Hip-hop is to New York what country music is to Nashville. As we walk (accompanied throughout by a hip-hop soundtrack), guide Jerry Dee Lewis, or JDL to use his hip-hop moniker, explains hip-hop’s four elements. These consist of DJing, MCing, B-boying (or breakdancing) and graffiti writing.
Read more on Independent

Question by Thailady40: Bangkok was voted the world’s best city for 2008. What is the world’s best city for you?
The complete “World’s Best Awards” is available on www.travelandleisure.com. Following are some highlights:
Best city – Bangkok, Thailand
Best hotel – Singita Sabi Sand, South Africa
Best island – Galapagos, Ecuador
Best cruise line – Crystal Cruises
Best cruise line – Silversea Cruises
Best international airline – Singapore Airlines
Best domestic airline – Virgin America
Best tour operator – Micato Safaris
Best car-rental agency – Hertz
Best hotel for 0 or less – Domaine des Hauts de Loire, France

Best answer:

Answer by Answer Fairy
Best city based on what?

I’ve got one for you. Best City AND Best Island = Balboa Island, California, USA.

What do you think? Answer below!

Indonesia drops Brazil beef
ANY immediate prospect of Bra-zilian beef exports to Indonesia appears to have disappeared, fol-lowing an Indonesian Supreme Court ruling in favour of limiting importation to FMD-free countries only.
Read more on Queensland Country Life

7 Times You Shouldn’t Take a Vacation
The President faces criticism for vacationing, and he isn’t alone.
Read more on US News & World Report

A genuine Lowcountry send-off
About 400 people came out Thursday night to support Brad Van Liew (white shirt) in his solo sailboat race around the world — including his mother, Marcia Van Liew, Pepe Hernandez, godparent to his son and daughter, and his physician George Durst, who was taking a photograph of the trio at a bon voyage party at the Seabreeze Marina downtown.
Read more on The Post and Courier

Nine O’Clock
Despite the many players injured, the absence of such staple players as Chivu and Mutu and the poor results as of late, national football team players are still optimistic before Friday’s encounter against Albania, in Piatra Neamt, Friday, the first fixture in the qualifying campaign for Euro 2012.
Read more on Nine O’Clock

Weekend Guide
A list of things to do this weekend.
Read more on Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Question by courtney: can anyone help me with this?
i need to know what argentinean holidays are celebrated in March and how they are celebrated. if anyone can help id reallyyy appreciate it. thanks =]

Best answer:

Answer by thebosstu80
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/397478/party_hard_top_5_argentinean_festivals.html

maybe the second one (Buenos Aires Tango Festival IX)??

hope this helps

peace.

Give your answer to this question below!

Printmaking gets good press
Across from Johnson Center, one can observe a process that can only be seen at few places around the world. That little-known process? Lithography, a craft that involves the chemical process of transferring a printed image to a metal plate, is taught at the Tamarind Institute, a renowned school for print-making.
Read more on The New Mexico Daily Lobo

Anti-mosque demonstrators bolster terrorist recruitment
Editor, I have always had an insatiable curiosity. Today, that insatiable curiosity prompts me to ask this question: Is it possible that the people in this country who demonstrate against constructing an Islamic building near the World Trade Center site and/or commit violent acts aimed at impeding construction of the building are unaware that their actions are being used by Al-Qaeda and the …
Read more on The New Mexico Daily Lobo

Question by k m: what are some argentine holiday foods?

Best answer:

Answer by Pat K
Look here:

http://www.recipes4us.co.uk/Cooking%20by%20Country/Argentina.htm

Chimichurri recipes:

http://www.recipes4us.co.uk/Cooking%20by%20Country/Argentina%20Speciality%20Dish%20Chimichurri.htm

Give your answer to this question below!

Last Minute Labor Day Deals from Hotels.com Include Offerings at New and Renovated Hotels
DALLAS, Aug. 30 /PRNewswire/ — Hotels.com® Labor Day Sale is offering great last minute hotel deals in favorite long weekend destinations including Chicago, Las Vegas, New York, and San Francisco. Many of these cities also boast new and renovated hotels* for guests who want to celebrate hard work by hardly working. Travelers need to book by September 6 for travel between September 1 and …
Read more on redOrbit

Young NZers can head to Brazil
Young New Zealanders can spend a year working in Brazil under a new working holiday scheme, Foreign Minister Murray McCully announced today.
Read more on NZPA via Yahoo!Xtra News

Hamish McRae: The debt mountain is the backdrop to the bankers’ bash in the Rockies
Hols are over, so welcome back to the world of work and to whatever autumn may hold. Related Stories Hamish McRae: Signs are the UK tourist industry has had a good summer holiday
Read more on Belfast Telegraph

The site is 200 km west of Buenos Aires. These are takes of a kid’s (and some relatives) summer fun. In the background, you can peek at the Pampa’s wonder. Btw, the crops you’ll see are soya and maize (they do almost nothing else around there nowadays).

Tango Renaissance and Izmir Dance ‘n Sport present the dance holidays of your dreams… in Antalya, Turkiye El TangON holidays 14th – 17th May 2009 Featuring Sebastian Arce and Mariana Montes Chicho Frumboli and Juana Sepulveda Julio Balmaceda and Corina de la Rosa Esteban Moreno and Claudia Codega Damian Rosenthal and Celine Ruiz Eduardo Capussi and Mariana Flores Pablo Rodriguez and Noelia Hurtado Ruben and Sabrina Veliz IN Hotel RENAISSANCE ***** eltangon.com

Question by Nick s: need help planning a cheap holiday?
hi guys, i have a thousand punds to spend, where can i go in the world for say a 3 week holiday thats very cheap yet very beautiful. I really wanna see the world a bit so can anyone suggest somewhere say south america or asia. thanks guys and HAPPY NEW YEAR

Best answer:

Answer by Hey vampire girl!
well, america or asia is going to cost a lot more than £1000, so is anything decent. You could do a package holiday to the south of france or something, but if you want to go further, then just the flights alone are going to cost you about £1000. Have you considered backpacking? If you went backpacking across Europe, then you would see loads of the world, and it would be a fantastic experience. You need to be physically fit though, but do some research online, and there are holiday groups that go backpacking, you could join them. All you have to pay for is some accommodation en-route, food and your gear. It is a lovely way to see the world. Have fun!

What do you think? Answer below!

New video gives tour of trapped miners’ refuge
The first video released of 33 workers trapped deep in a Chilean mine shows the men appearing slim but healthy, arm-in-arm, and yelling “long live Chile, and long live the miners!” Chile – South America – History – Government – Science and Environment
Read more on MSNBC

New video gives tour of trapped miners’ refuge
The first video released of the 33 men trapped deep in a Chilean cooper mine shows the men stripped to the waist and appearing slim but healthy, arm-in-arm, singing the national anthem and yelling “long live Chile, and long live the miners!” Chile – South America – National anthem – History – Government
Read more on Boston Globe

The £1m cruise: Simon Calder calculates the appeal of a voyage around the Greek islands
On the quayside in Corfu, she was dwarfed by the intimidating bulk, in the adjacent dock, of an Italian cruise ship – the MSC Musica, doing a good impression of a Milanese apartment block. Yet even though the Thomson Spirit was a mere slip of a ship, for us passengers newly arrived from Luton, Newcastle or any of a dozen other UK airports – plus a few guests from Dublin and Helsinki – she was a …
Read more on Independent

Question by Kudipunjaban: Desired traveling services for an adventure holiday in China?
Hi, I have got an advertising assignment where I have to create an advertisement for an adventure holiday in China. I was wondering what feature/service I could provide with my “adventure holiday” that has not already been advertised by other companies?

Best answer:

Answer by dragonbreathfromjuno
I think your adventure travel service should offer trips to Shipton’s Arch in Xinjiang, near Kashgar. It is a very little-known and rarely visited place in a very remote region of the world, accessible by 4wd and a fairly long hike. A guide would be necessary and it is the largest arch in the world.

If you want to offer something more, include long hikes with homestays with Uyghur shepherds in the Tian Shan mountains north of Kashgar.

What do you think? Answer below!

Happenings
SATURDAY, AUGUST 28
Read more on The Times Herald

Loxley Council approves Personnel Policy changes
LOXLEY, Ala. — The passing of an ordinance to revise sections of the Personnel Policy and celebrating Health Care Week were the main topics of discussion at the Loxley Town Council meeting on Monday night.
Read more on BaldwinCountyNow.com

Festival time
Esplanade — Theatres on the Bay
Read more on The Star

Big Five Tours & Expeditions Offers Varied Luxury Adventure Travel Options
Ideas about what makes an adventure have changed dramatically over time. Â Adventure was once thought to be the territory of explorers, the wealthy, and the celebrated. Â Today, adventure is seen as an individual pursuit, independently defined. Â For some, adventure means touring historic wine estates in Argentina or South Africa, while others consider white water rafting in Costa Rica, or …
Read more on PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance

Travel calendar: Benicia goes to the dogs with celebration
Events and happenings in the world of travel from the Bay Area and other destinations in California.
Read more on San Jose Mercury News

Question by sun_eyed_girl_x: Gap year in either Australia or South America – where do i start?
i’m in year 12, currently doing my AS exams and i’m considering a gap year in 2 years time. I’m thinking Australia cause i’ve heard good things, but also South America so i can learn some more spanish (i’m taking it at A level). The thing is, i have no idea where to start with the planning!
any ideas?
cheers x

Best answer:

Answer by memyselfandI
Hello. I live in Australia and have studied in Australia. Best to start contacting your local Australian embassy in your country and ask for contacts/ideas. Next seach the web for “australian universities”. I definitely know that our ex Foreign Minister was really pushing for more overseas students to come to Australia. Top schools here are University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, University of NSW, Australian National University…really depend on which state you want to study in…if your a bit technical, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology is great….the only downside to Australian Universities I think is that some of they are project work based…unlike American universities you just memorise and do multiple choice tests etc…but it should be a great experience….hands down!

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

Outdoors-East Bay Through September 5
ARDENWOOD HISTORIC FARM Ardenwood farm is a working farm that dates back to the time of the Patterson Ranch, a 19th-century estate with a mansion and Victorian Gardens. Today, the farm still practices farming techniques from the 1870s.
Read more on The Berkeley Daily Planet

08/27/10 Art
FIRST FRIDAY ART WALKS. 5-7 p.m. Visit participating galleries and venues the first Friday of each month. RUSSILLO’S ART ON THE BOARDWALK. First Friday of the month. Works by area artisans at Russillo’s Pizza and Gelato at Track 29 Mall. 509-453-0325.
Read more on Yakima Herald-Republic

About Notting Hill Carnival
Held each August Bank Holiday since 1966, Notting Hill Carnival is the largest celebration of its kind in Europe.
Read more on My Village Stokenewington

Around Your Town: 8/26/10
Shingles will infect approximately one-third of the U.S. population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. At 11 a.m. today, the Sierra Vista Regional Health Center Wellness Depot will present an informational talk, “What Is Shingles, the Signs & Symptoms, Complications, Transmission, and Vaccine.” For more information on this or any other event at the Wellness Depot in …
Read more on The Sierra Vista Herald

Question by parins: what are the profit margins that travel planners / agents for leisure holidays make ?
i am thinking of starting a travel company which tailor makes holidays to exotic destinations in the world…africa / south america / asia / parts of europe…targetted to a more urban crowd ? what kind of money to travel agents make ? i know their survivial has become a lot tougher after the internet and websites like tripadvisor ?

Best answer:

Answer by Kelly Monaghan
Actually, smart travel agents are thriving in the era of TripAdvisor and online booking engines. The key word in that sentence is “smart.”

The online booking sites have relieved travel agents of the least profitable bookings — those for cheap, point-to-point air and bargain basement trips. The most successful travel agents are specializing in high-ticket, high-margin travel products that are sold best person-to-person and by building relationships built on trust and expertise with customers who want personalized service and who will remain loyal for years.

The best travel agents make over ,000 a year. A select few earn over 0,000.

So your plan is a good one. Just remember to sell on value, not on price.

Give your answer to this question below!

Question by Joel K: I am trying to remember the name of a fictional book about a man’s adventure into South America. ?
Written between 1980 and 1995. Man from the south ends up in a crazy adventure in South America. Deals with meaning of life issues if I remember correctly. The type of book you pass on to someone else to read.
It dealth with people chasing him. The dude found this cool jungle where all the people there were on this different level. They saw energy fields around things. There was some book or a final chapter of a book they were after or trying to get to somebody.

Best answer:

Answer by jaemers24
It’s not Cry the Beloved Country is it?

Give your answer to this question below!

Briton killed in Nepal crash after father’s premonition
A British natural medicine doctor was among 14 people killed when a small plane crashed in bad weather near the Nepalese capital.
Read more on Daily Telegraph

Reynolds has hand in PGA history
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Arjun Atwal made history on the PGA Tour this past weekend, and a local teaching professional had a hand in the journeyman’s development.
Read more on Bennington Banner

Md. town’s memorial to saint is top attraction
EMMITSBURG, Md. (AP) – Allen Knott has worked in Emmitsburg for five years and served as the treasurer for the town’s business association over the same period.
Read more on The Victoria Advocate

Nine O’Clock
After cancelling her May concert, the artist will perform in Bucharest and Brasov this October. After having a serious health issue earlier this year, Cesaria Evora has resumed her thour of promotion for the latest album “Nha Sentimento”.
Read more on Nine O’Clock

Interstate 10 Itinerary
•   Part of our weekly Day-Tripper series, providing readers information on interesting places to go and fun things to do within easy driving distance of Jones County.
Read more on Laurel Leader-Call

Hunts hosts 20 during annual fishing trip
Twenty wounded warriors out of Fort Hood’s Warrior Transition Unit, along with about 20 family members or support personnel, enjoyed two days of fishing a few days ago and according to one soldier, the Hunts For Heroes event is a win-win for all concerned.
Read more on El Campo Leader-News

Mount Kisco surgeon goes to Honduras to work with Hope for a Healthier Humanity.
Dr. Benn Lieberman, of South Bedford Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Mount Kisco, is one of four doctors going to Honduras this month to work with Hope for a Healthier Humanity, which assists Latin American countries in need of health care.
Read more on The Journal News

Question by Joy_Ku: South America tours?
My bf and I are thinking about going to Argentina, Brazil, and Chile in either March or April for about 2~3 wks. Is it ‘safe’ to go travel on our own? or it’s better to do ‘guided/escorted tours’ (it will be our first time to go s. america) any recommendation for the tours? Thank you~

Best answer:

Answer by sobeornotsobe
it is safe, would be good if you could speak spanish (portuguese)

Give your answer to this question below!

Question by Moony3005231: Holiday: Brazil: leaving in end April-Beginning May?
What is Brazil like for a holiday at the end of April/beginning or May?, ummm, in case anyone needs to know in order to provide any other additional information it would be for about a duration of 2 weeks?
Thanks guys, I appreciate it! Any information /what you think is appreciated. =)
Um, specific destination of the trip would be Sao Paulo (Southern Brazil)

Best answer:

Answer by Klis
The end of April is a bit like Autumn, although there are only really two seasons in Brasil. Winter and Summer.
That said it rarely gets below 20C

The weather is likely to be cool and less humid. Expect rain. But take shorts

Why Sao Paulo and not Rio?

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

Dave Sims: The forgotten Canadian who became a champion in the Heart of America
If there was ever a classic example of a professional wrestler fading into the desert after the lights were dimmed at centre ring for the last time, Canadian Dave Sims would hold that distinction with little opposition.
Read more on Slam! Sports

Destin accompanies fallen Marine to the grave (PHOTOS)
Shane Martin liked to joke he was so American he got married on July 4th. In fact, it was just a coincidence. As was Sept. 11, 2007, the day he was sworn in as a Marine. Martin, a native of South Africa, became a U.S. citizen in an unforgettable …
Read more on The Destin Log

Adventure Associates is a boutique Tour Operator specializing in travel to the Andean Countries of South America and has over 40 combined years experience in planning customized arrangements to the Ecuador, Peru, Argentina, Chile and Bolivia, including the Galapagos Islands, Machu Picchu and Patagonia.
Video Rating: 0 / 5

www.fertur-travel.com Urubamba is one of the most bucolic towns in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Northwest of Cusco, its the meeting point for the main roads through the Urubamba River valley from which it takes its name. The valley is an agricultural breadbasket known for its harvests of the large kernel choclo corn that features in many Peruvian dishes. During the rainy season from September to March, it also produces world-class peaches and strawberries. Urubamba is also a center for adventure tourism in the Sacred Valley, offering the ideal setting for: trekking, canoeing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The valley has a temperate climate throughout the year, and offers panoramic views of Inca terraces that climb high into the mountains. In the distance you can spot the snowy peaks of the Vilcanota range. For more information about this touristic destination, please visit this page: www.fertur-travel.com More tags: Tourism Peru peru airlines Peru tours to Iquitos hotels peru peru tour huaraz peru caraz peru inca trail peru trip peru tourism peru alpamayo hiking peru travel agency peru climbing peru tour operator peru peru tourism trekking Peru

Malaya, in living pages
Kerosene-powered fridges, paddle-your-own-canoe holidays and conversations peppered with poetry . . . life in colonial Malaya was very strange indeed.
Read more on The Star

Simon Calder: A Jimi Hendrix experience on the Isle of Wight
The last time I drove down US Route 1, the highway along America’s eastern seaboard, a radio station called Coast FM in Wilmington, North Carolina had a catchy slogan: “Less music by dead guys”.
Read more on Independent

Hurricane Katrina book signings, benefits and more on Saturday, August 21, 2010
What’s happening in and around New Orleans.
Read more on New Orleans Times-Picayune

Gap Year 100 company directory: volunteering
As part of our annual directory of 100 gap year travel companies, here are listings 20 – 69 on volunteering.
Read more on Daily Telegraph

Question by Dolly Llama: Where is a good place to ski/snowboard in south america?
I am planning to take a trip to south america this summer and ski/snowboard. I do not have much experience with south america (but i do speak spanish) Does anyone know of any ski resorts in maybe chile? The vacation will be for 2 people.

Would it be winter there in june?

Best answer:

Answer by Estrato Seis
Go to Bariloche in Argentina. Its stunningly beautiful. And yes it would be winter there in June..

What do you think? Answer below!

Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires (residents referred to as Porteños) is an Alpha World City by definition and is the capital city of Argentina with the distinction of being the 2nd largest metropolitan area in South America trailing only São Paulo with a population of roughly 13 million. Regarded as the most European influenced city on the continent, one can find old world charms and distinct neighborhoods reflecting both wealth and extreme poverty in this diverse city best known for Tango, succulent steak & pumping non-stop nightlife.

Our trip to argentina, 3 friends, Carolina Russi, Andres Lopez, y Camilo duque Buenos Aires, Patagonia, and iguazu

GoForLessTours.com offers guided vacations with escorted tours to Europe, Greece, Italy, France, Africa, Australia …
Houston – GoForLessTours.com is a travel agency specializing in guided travel to Europe , Africa , South America , Greece , Italy , China , Australia and many other worldwide destinations.
Read more on dBusinessNews.com

Iraq in the rear-view mirror
An Army convoy, part of the last formal U.S. combat detachment to leave Iraq after America’s seven-year war, passes through a landscape littered with memories. Their Stryker, hulking in the dark like a dinosaur, is prepped with coolers full of water and Gatorade. The iPod is wired into the communications system. Now all they can do is wait for the ride their commanders have named “the last …
Read more on Los Angeles Times

Holland America Line Offers Grand Experiences With Fall 2011 and 2012 Grand Voyages
In fall 2011 and early 2012, Holland America Line again will offer grand voyages that touch all seven continents. The ms Amsterdam and ms Prinsendam each sail two itineraries designed to discover and explore remarkable destinations â from famous landmarks to smaller, lesser-known ports.
Read more on PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance

Adventure travel going mainstream
NEW YORK – Adventure tourism, long considered the milieu of a small group of dare devils, is becoming more mainstream, with tourists more likely to rappel down mountains, cycle or volunteer while on vacation.
Read more on Malaya

BBC AMERICA – SEPTEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
Among the offerings: season 15 of “Top Gear,” due Monday, September 27.
Read more on The Futon Critic

Museums-San Francisco Through August 29
ASIAN ART MUSEUM OF SAN FRANCISCO The Asian Art Museum-Chon-Moon Lee Center for Asian Art and Culture recently unveiled its new building in San Francisco’s Civic Center.
Read more on The Berkeley Daily Planet

Outdoors-East Bay Through August 29
ARDENWOOD HISTORIC FARM Ardenwood farm is a working farm that dates back to the time of the Patterson Ranch, a 19th-century estate with a mansion and Victorian Gardens. Today, the farm still practices farming techniques from the 1870s.
Read more on The Berkeley Daily Planet

Travelzest Plc (AIM:TVZ): itravel2000, a Travelzest Company, Declares Canadians Are Migrating More and in Larger Flocks!
TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–itravel2000, a subsidiary of Travelzest plc, has dealt with the 98% increase in Multi-Generational groups of Canadians travelling south the places like Orlando, thanks to new efficient processing.
Read more on Business Wire

India’s Independence Day: Patriotism and the right to fly the flag
Until recent years, Indian citizens could fly their flag only on two days: Republic Day (Jan. 26) and today’s holiday, Independence Day. That changed after an Indian studying in Dallas saw Americans proudly waving Ol’ Glory six ways from Sunday.
Read more on The Christian Science Monitor via Yahoo! News

INTERVIEW-Agrium sees AWB as a platform for retail growth
INTERVIEW-Agrium sees AWB as a platform for retail growth
Read more on FOX Business

LATIN AMERICAN MARKETS: Brazil Stocks Posts Win; Tam Falls After Surge
LATIN AMERICAN MARKETS: Brazil Stocks Posts Win; Tam Falls After Surge
Read more on FOX Business

Question by viola: South America- Is 00 enough to travel there for a month? (including tours etc..)?

Best answer:

Answer by ballinituhp
it depends on the price of ur hotel, price of the tours, food, ect

What do you think? Answer below!

Relay for Life in July raises ,777
The 11th annual American Cancer Society Relay For Life of South Lee County July 24 raised ,777, leaving numerous volunteers, team captains, team members, survivors and members of the community exhausted, but happy, after walking hundreds of miles around the basement of Keokuk Middle School.
Read more on Keokuk Daily Gate City

Afghan withdrawal not set in stone: US General
General David Petraeus has refused to be bound by a July 2011 deadline to begin withdrawing US troops from Afghanistan, reserving the right to seek a delay if conditions are not right.
Read more on AFP via Yahoo! News

South town briefs
New Prague Mayor W. A. “Bink” Bender won’t seek another term. Bender has been mayor for four years after having been a City Council member, a member of the Economic Development Authority and holding other positions.
Read more on Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune

Cheapflights.com Shines Spotlight on Latin America
Names Top 10 Destinations; Highlights Ways to Save on Travel in the Region
Read more on Marketwire

Question by blahhh: What is a good travel site offering tour packages to central and south America?
I had a link to a travel site catering to students, but have since lost it. It seemed like the tours cost almost 1/2 as the others I’m pulling up from Google. I just remember it had a simple gray background.

Best answer:

Answer by K yo
Hi!
If you google it you will find lots of big companies that do the same and offer almost the same prices, is not hard to find them…
But in person opnion travel with them is a risk because they used to contact some one in area any got contract with them but they don’t really know the local team so you can have some trouble with that!
I recommend to search for local agents of the destination you choose… is more safe and cheap, or find global portals that cares for destination like WHl.travel…
I travelled to Rio by them, is a cool concept of travel, they are a local agency in each destination they have, in rio is http://www.riodejaneiro-hotels.travel/
check them is good option i really recommend!
hugs!

Add your own answer in the comments!

Berkshires: How great thou art
There’s an art to visiting the Berkshires — literally.
Read more on Canoe Travel

Tide of tears
ADRIFT: Ghupta and Dhidar cling to a piece of wood. PHOTOS: Louis Wood IN the swirling waters, they desperately cling to their salvation – a broken piece of wood afloat on a terrifying sea of despair.
Read more on News Of The World

Former Brazil International Rivaldo In Negotatians With Mallorca – Report
Former Brazil international and current Bunyodkor star Rivaldo is currently in negotiations to join Spanish side Mallorca , according to a report in Cadena Ser.
Read more on Goal.com

Study: Holidaymakers Vote Sharm El Sheikh as Best for Beach Holidays
British holidaymakers say Egypt’s Red Sea resort is among the top five for sun and affordability
Read more on PRWeb via Yahoo! News

Rivaldo Denies Having Mallorca Contact
Rivaldo has denied the rumours that were circulating, linking him to a possible return to La Liga after an eight-year absence. The 1999 Ballon d’Or winner was touted as possibly joining Mallorca on a two-year deal whilst he was on holidays in the region.
Read more on Goal.com

Join us on our adventure to South America – Jungle trip into PuyoPungo – Bryan eats a giant ant – Alligator hike – Lagoona del Quilotoa – Banana vs Plantain – Zumbahua Market – Tena – Whitewater Rafting – Canoa – Surfing – Paragliding
Video Rating: 5 / 5

The Conversation: Man Takes a Cross-Country Journey for God
Tobiah Steinmetz spent the summer walking across the country carrying an 8-foot, 40-lb cross on his shoulders. He talks to ABC News’ Dan Harris about why he took this leap of faith and the surprises he found along the way. Dan Harris – Cross country running – American Broadcasting Company – Sports – Running
Read more on ABC News

Federal stimulus revives Mall of America hotel
Long-delayed plans for an upscale 0 million hotel at the Mall of America are back on track because of tax-exempt financing available through the 2009 federal stimulus bill.
Read more on Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune

There’s nothing wrong with topless sunbathing
What’s so wrong with being topless on the beach, asks Bryony Gordon .
Read more on Daily Telegraph

The Yankee Candle Company, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Results
SOUTH DEERFIELD, Mass. — Yankee Holding Corp. and The Yankee Candle Company, Inc. (“Yankee Candle” …
Read more on citybizlist Boston

Question by alsnowh: cheap holidays to u.s.a?
does anyone know of any very cheap holidays(flight and hotel) from the u.k (South Wales) to the usa (anywhere nice in america)

Best answer:

Answer by triple threat
NEW ORLEANS! LOUISIANA

Add your own answer in the comments!

Question by dylanologist: Is a return ticket really necessary when travelling south america?
I’m soon going to South America, and my trip starts in Venezuela. Now my understanding is that as a Maltese citizen i don’t require any Visa, however it seems as though a return/onward ticket is required. Since i will be traveling around South America for around a year, and i don’t know what route im taking, purchasing a return ticket doesn’t really make sense to me… Does anybody know, from their own experience whether this will really be a problem? Thanks

Best answer:

Answer by p-nut
Check this out!

http://travel.state.gov/

What do you think? Answer below!

Question by The Killing Joke: What are some holidays celebrated on october 31?
Im doing a project for my school, and I need to know some traditions or holidays celebrated in countries besides America that are not halloween.

Best answer:

Answer by princessazulamoon
most ppl call it halloween

Add your own answer in the comments!

Based on a state-of-the-art display concept synching film and music, Rockville Creative produced seasonal film packages for Martin + Osa’s retail stores. The concept, which used four different screens positioned at the front, center and back of the stores, played a different film – each shot from a unique perspective of the same scenario – portraying the brand’s “everyday life adventures” philosophy. This compilation shows footage 2006 Holiday seasons filmed in Ushuaia, Argentina
Video Rating: 0 / 5

Albatros Travel presents images of Argentina – Your next holiday destination? Explore the stunning scenery of Argentina: The Andes Mountains, Mendoza, Buenos Aires, Patagonia and Iguazu. www.albatros-travel.dk
Video Rating: 5 / 5

Year Round School Begins in Chicago
Summer vacation was cut short for thousands of Chicago Public School students who went back to school Monday.
Read more on FOX News Chicago

What’s on: Tues’ picks
Tuesday’s top pick NOTES (ARTWORKS BY SOH CHEE HUI) Malaysia-born artist and UOB Award winner Soh Chee Hui pays tribute to time with 24 new contemplative still-life paintings.
Read more on Straits Times

European roads jammed as summer break begins
BERLIN — Europeans have taken to the roads at the start of the continent’s traditional month-long summer holidays.
Read more on B92

Question by Mark Jameson: Why do so many young South American girls wear thongs?
I just went to South America on holiday and noticed so many young girls wearing thongs on the beach, why is it?

Best answer:

Answer by BamBam
cus they all have nice asses

What do you think? Answer below!

Local minister visits South America in June
Ainsworth resident Kitch Shatzer went on a trip down south in late June, and it wasn’t to Henry County. Shatzer’s voyage landed her on the other side of the equator in South America. She visited about a dozen Presbyterian churches in a city in Brazil called Fortaleza – many of which she has visited in other recent trips to Brazil.
Read more on Washington Evening Journal

A trip South satisfies the ultimate in peach cravings – From the Poughkeepsie Journal
Long story short, I call him Jed and he calls me Ellie Mae. It’s a private joke, but we get it and that’s all that counts.
Read more on Poughkeepsie Journal

Finding a new life after a deadly crash
The day began with 7-year-old Dallis Burleson gently tugging on her slumbering daddy’s left eyelid — suggesting it was time to get ready for the trip to Six Flags Great America. Within two hours of the end of that glorious day at the amusement park, Burleson would experience something so awful, a therapist would later tell him it was too much for her to handle.
Read more on Chicago Sun-Times

www.coldplaying.com – the home of Coldplay fansites We decided to go on a Busman’s holiday in February 2007 and we went to Chile, Argentina, Brazil and Mexico. It was the most fun tour we ever did. (I always say that.) PS Go to Buenos Aires asap (as soon as possible) CM coldplay.com
Video Rating: 5 / 5

Team Cycling Plus-Kay Bowen
In training for the West Wight Tri
Read more on BikeRadar

On the agenda: Paul Smith; Channel 4; Festival in the Sky; Huggies Club; Emerging Artists Award Exhibition
Paul Smith, the ever-smiling face of British fashion, only designs things that he wants, loves and needs. One Christmas, he gave us a choo-choo trainset that folded up into a silver briefcase.
Read more on Independent

08/06/10 Art
“IN THE SHADOW OF PAHTO.” 4:30 p.m. Saturday. Goldendale Senior Center, 115 East Main St., Goldendale. Regional Native American works. Wine tasting, dinner and auction. Cost: in advance, at the door. Info: Golden Art Gallery, 509-773-5100 or www.thegoldenartgallery.com.
Read more on Yakima Herald-Republic

Tour de Pez: Roadside Redux
PEZ: What’s your background, Dave? I’m 43 years-old, hail from Marin County, north of San Francisco and have a degree in 19th century French literature. I learned French at school but really got the language when I went back packing in France. It was to be two month trip but I stayed for two years!
Read more on PezCycling News

Motorbike trip South america
Video Rating: 5 / 5

www.clymer.com 800-262-1954 Footage from the South America leg of Sjaak Lucassen on his 5 year adventure to travel around the world on an unlikely motorcycle a 2001 Yamaha R1. To make the motorcycle a serious adventure touring bike that could compete with well known motorcycles in the class including the BMW GS models and the Kawasaki KLR, the Yamaha R1 received extensive modifications including: adapted and strengthened sub frame to attach the top and two side trunks: placed an aluminum box in the space below the tank for a spare chain; placed a small rack on the steering stem to store the GPS; Van Wylick strengthened the aluminum stay fairing on both sides with 3 mm thick aluminum plates; joined the mirror supports underneath the fairing screen with a thick strip of aluminum to prevent vibration from breaking them; installed modified (5 cm shorter) Laser exhaust pipe so the exhaust wont blow against the spare Metzeler tires; installed a Cyclelok alarm with trunk protection; installed a Hyperpro steering damper; use fully synthetic Putoline oil; installed K&N air filter; installed Osco chain oiler; installed Fuelstar between the fuel pipe so lower octane fuel can be used; placed a 12 volt adapter to charge the video camera and laptop batteries; installed an on/off switch between the supply of the right headlight to save current and still drive with one light on; installed a relay for the extra brake lights in the side trunks; and of course there was a Clymer shop service …

Question by kate: How much money should I save for a six month trip to South America?
My friend and I are planning a road trip to south america and we’re traveling for about six months. How much money should I save up? We’re driving and staying in hostels/hotels.

Best answer:

Answer by ButterflyBaby
theres not a good or bad amount of money, what ever you can afford is the amount to take

Add your own answer in the comments!

Question by sg4578: I am planning to travel to South America in August. Does anyone want to plan this trip with me?
So far I am planning alone but am a little nervous about traveling all over S. America by myself. I am a college educated, 22 year old, male, white New Yorker. I want to start in Bogota Colombia and travel south to Peru, Brazil, Chile and Argentina. So far I have thought I would fly into Bogota and out of Buenos Aires four or so weeks later.

Does a trip like this interest any other American?

Does anyone have any tips to make this adventure safer and more fun?

I would rather have a travel companion to add to the safety of the trip, and also split costs like hotel rooms or car rentals.

Has anyone done something like this and have knowledge to share? Even if you have specific information on one region in South America I would love to hear your input.

Thanks everyone!

Best answer:

Answer by al
Awesome dude!
I would be so down for that except that I am in the middle of major projects for work…..I was supposed to go to Egypt for 2 weeks but had to kill those plans…

I been to Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Brasil and Colombia in South America….

Please be careful in my beautiful home country of Colombia…..I am glad you want to go there……and I am sure you won’t leave disappointed but it potentially can be dangerous depending where you decide to go …especially if u plan to travel out of the country by land or boat….

I suggest you fly out of Colombia……If your plan is to go to Amazonian capital Leticia….then take a boat to Iquitos in Peru…..not sure how safe it is but it may be a better option…..I would look into that…..(getting to Leticia is by plane only).

There will be parts of South America that are a bit shady….but one thing South Americans are is very friendly….

There are very obvious tourist attractions….one of my favorites was on the boarder of Paraguay, Brasil and Argentina….Waterfalls (Foz de Iguacu) and the Itapu Dam(largest in the world).

Ending your trip in Buenos Aires. is a good ending stop….you can check out Uruguay….(Colonia de Saramento or Montevideo) while you stay in BA.

There is a lot one can do in South America…..

Not sure about the order……Colombia…..to Peru…..Chile…to Argentina and end in Brasil….seems like the most logical order…..Unless you cross through Bolivia and Paraguay..to Brasil….you can end your trip in Santiago, Chile..

Look into local “packaged” tickets from TAM, LAN or even TACA airlines and their associates and figure out how much it would cost you to but a x number of 1 way tickets to these locations….(Like a Round the World Ticket)…but for just the immediate area……They would normal allow you to fly with airlines within the same Alliance (Like One World and Star Alliance)…..give that into consideration because South America is big….and 4 weeks seems like a short time to enjoy everything ……not rush…..Bad part about flying is the Airport Tax one needs to pay every time u fly internationally.

Good Luck!

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

Tourico Holidays® Partners With HBSi, Expanding Connectivity to Tourico Hotel Supply
Adding a key business partner to ease access to Tourico Holidays’ expanding line of global hotel offerings, the global wholesale travel brokerage company is now integrating with HBSi, an IBS Group company.
Read more on PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance

UK beach holidays: guide to the coast and seaside – Isles of Scilly
Continuing our guide to the British seaside, we select the best of the Isles of Scilly.
Read more on Daily Telegraph

Question by clophad: Would it be possible for Ecuador to celebrate a festival with Peru, with Brazil, with Columbia?
And the hoi polloi (the masses of people) would have more holidays and days without hostility with neighboring countries – too far fetched?
And Peru could celebrate a festival with Brazil, with Columbia, with Ecuador. Etcetera…many many holidays…

Best answer:

Answer by Sweet n Sour
Are there laws governing travel between those countries? If everyone was celebrating the same thing at the same time, I think it would be very unifying.

Give your answer to this question below!

More things to do
THEATER Top of Utah ‘THE ALTOS: A LITTLE LOWER THAN THE SOPRANOS,’ Hunt Mystery Theater, 7 p.m. Aug. 13, Sept. 10, 24, Boccia’s D’Italia, 1045 N. Washington Blvd., Ogden. /show, food available for purchase. 866-569-1482. Discount code for .50 off: hmnews. Additional shows and dates at a Sandy restaurant. www.huntmysteries.com . read more
Read more on Standard-Examiner

Outdoors-East Bay Through August 15
ARDENWOOD HISTORIC FARM Ardenwood farm is a working farm that dates back to the time of the Patterson Ranch, a 19th-century estate with a mansion and Victorian Gardens. Today, the farm still practices farming techniques from the 1870s.
Read more on The Berkeley Daily Planet

Tours South America is the best adventure travel of all. They have several choices of adventure travel destinations. Other places you can take include overseas adventures travel like Asia or Africa.
Video Rating: 0 / 5

Question by vanney2009: best holiday locations in south america?
hi im about to start planning a holiday to south america, wondering what the best cities/countries to visit. How much money (australian dollars) i would need to stay for about a month in reasonable accomadation. I am looking at going in summer 2011 which i guess is ogign to be peak season. Any information would be helpful.

Thanks.

Best answer:

Answer by olivia
I guess all countries have interesting places to visit.

You can go to Chile first, you may want to get to know Santiago, and maybe travel south. You can take a bus to Argentina, and then get to Buenos Aires. Then you can cross to Colonia, Uruguay. Then take a bus to Montevideo. Then head to the beaches: Punta del Este – fancy but expensive beach resort- and Rocha – laid back, younger people there. You may also want to head to Brazilian beaches, such as Rio de Janeiro, Florianópolis. You may also want to visit Iguazu Falls, and maybe Asuncion, although it’s supposed to be very hot in the summer.

These are some options. You may also want to visit the Inca ruins in Peru.

I guess the cheapest accomodation would be staying at hostels, which is also a good way of meeting people. Here’s the link: http://www.hihostels.com/web/index.en.htm

Add your own answer in the comments!

Question by EvieZ: Teenage holidays in South America or Spain?
I’m looking for a course I can go on in South America or Spain, where I can learn Spanish as well as doing other activities, without my parents. I’m 16 years old and live in the UK. It has to be in the summer holidays after the 9th of July. Any ideas? Thanks.

Best answer:

Answer by Brain Testing
http://search.yahoo.com/search?ei=UTF-8&fr=yfp-t-701-s&p=summer+spanish+language+programs+in+spain&rs=0&fr2=rs-top Start there

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

Question by Jessica: Geography help, please!?
Please, don’t just say “Do it yourself” post a comment if you’re going to help! Please& thank you!!
1. The using of lines of latitude and longitude allows for what type of location?
A) Relative location
B) Absolute location
C) Exact ocation
D) Both B & C
2. The deepest part of the surface of the Earth is the:
A) Mariana Trench
B) San Andreas fault
C) The Gilbert Depression
D) The Dead Sea
3. The end result of this is the seasons the Earth has:
A) Sun
B) Tilt of the Earth
C) Equator
D) Solstice
4. The part of the Earth that is the ‘water’layer:
A) Atmosphere
B) Lithosphere
C) Biosphere
D) Hydrosphere
5. Are described as having sparse plant life and yearly rainfall seldom exceeding 10 inches:
A) Steppe
B) Desert
C) Mediterranean
D) Savannas
6. Type of economy in which all aspects of life are controlled by the central government:
A) Traditional
B) Command
C) Market
D) Mixed
7. Large steppe in the United States and Canada responsible for the vast majority of the wheat grown in North America:
A) Great Plains
B) Continental Divide
C) Death Valley
D) Napa Valley
8. Which of the following are factors in the variations of weather in the United States and Canada?
A) Latitude
B) Elevation
C) Ocean Currents
D) All of the above
9. What type of climate does the Midwestern United States (where Indiana is located) experience?
A) Tropical
B) Steppe
C) Humid Continental
D) Mediterranean
10. Canada models its parliamentary style government after what country?
A) France
B) Great Britain
C) The United States
D) Germany
11. An economic term which means ownership of one type of industry is controlled by a person or small group:
A) Monopoly
B) Duopoly
C) Corporation
D) Triopoly
12. In what continent is the Amazon Rainforest located?
A) North America
B) Central America
C) Africa
D) South America
13. What desert runs along the Pacific coast of Chile?
A) Sahara Desert
B) Atacama Desert
C) Mojave Desert
D) Death Vally
14. What is the name of the great plains of Argentina and Brazil?
A) Pampas
B) Tierra Fria
C) Andes
D) Mato Grosso Plateau
15. What is the name of the tall mountain range that runs along the western coast of South America?
A) Atlas Mountains
B) Alps Mountains
C) Andes Mountains
D) Appalachian Mountains
16. What is the number one sport of Latin America?
A) Baseball
B) Basketball
C) Swimming
D) Soccer
17. Which of the following were ancient cultures of Latin America?
A) Aztec
B) Inca
C) Maya
D) All of the above
18. The first Latin American country to gain independence from its European colonial rulers was:
A) Mexico
B) Haiti
C) Argentina
D) Brazil
19. The very poor of the cities of Brazil live in communities called:
A) Shantytowns
B) The Ghetto
C) The Suburbs
D) The Pampa
20. Scandinavia is made up of which of the following countries?
A) Norway
B) Sweden
C) Denmark
D) All of the above

Best answer:

Answer by Zach
1.D
2.A
3.B
4.D
5.D?
6.B
7.A
8.D
9.B
10.B
11.A
12.D
13.B
14.A
15.C
16.D
17.D
18.B
19.B
20.D

Give your answer to this question below!

Question by islalinda: Best Vacation Spot for Adventure Activities?
I like hiking, scuba, snorkel, fishing, relaxing on the beach, exploring, nature, rainforest, critters, biking, (any or all of these ok) and freedom from crowds or any sort of organized tour group. I want to explore and discover a destination on my own with no time commitments. Ilike to interact with locals. I like great local food and drinks and no camping. Already been to ; Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Mexico (all over) Belize, St Thomas, Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Bonaire, Bahamas, Venezuela, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Spain. Looking for suggestions not just of what country, but also of places to stay and stuff to do.

Best answer:

Answer by peanutz
Have you considered Thailand? There are great dives spots around Phuket in south of Thailand. You can also go island hoping around the area where there are national parks and trekking for waterfalls.

Then head out west to Tak. Umphang is an eco-delight, with great waterfalls of various sizes, jungle trekking and hilltribes visit. From there go north to Mae Hong Son for more hill tribles visit and jungle trekking, especially at Pai.

Then go visit ancient cities in Sukhothai, Buriram, Ayutthaya. See how early cultures were like in ancient Thailand.

And THailand has some ineteresting sights and fantastic shopping. Sounds good, you can contact me at tongbn@yahoo.co.uk for more details.

What do you think? Answer below!

Discover the colour and contrast of the fascinating lands of South America in this splendid video of Trafalgar’s South America tours. Offering an endless variety of breathtaking landscapes, ancient and mystical cultures, and vibrant cities, South America sets the stage for an adventure of a lifetime. Trafalgar’s South America tours visit fascinating countries like Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Paraguay and Uruguay. Discover the magical and mysterious possibilities of South America with a perfectly planned Trafalgar tour.
Video Rating: 5 / 5

Chiara tussles with a degree of indecision
A FORMER pupil of the Moray Steiner School in Forres who has spent the last two years travelling the globe is considering an offer to take up an academic scholarship at an American university.
Read more on Forres Gazette

Sex tourism boom
Brazil’s uphill struggle curtailing lucrative trade in underage sex
Read more on BBC News

Germany gains new World Heritage site
UNESCO has awarded coveted World Heritage status to a unique medieval system of water management in Upper Harz, a region in Lower Saxony. The UN cultural committee announced the news at a conference in Brazil on Sunday.
Read more on Deutsche Welle

Hungarian GP: Virgin race report
For race day temperatures returned to something closer to normal for the Hungarian summer and the sun shone all day, meaning that the race would be held in different conditions to those where the set-up had been determined.
Read more on Motorsport.com

REACTION: FORCE INDIA, VIRGIN, LOTUS, HRT
Bruno Senna – ‘It was a difficult race’. Force India: Tonio Liuzzi: “A tough race, as starting from that far behind it’s difficult to make up positions, but we showed a good pace and were close to the points.
Read more on Sporting Life

Senior Center to hold bus trip to Bronx
THE CHATHAMS – The Senior Center of the Chathams will hold a group trip to Wave Hill and Arthur Avenue in Bronx, N.Y., on Wednesday, Sept. 29.
Read more on Chatham Courier

A Trip to Tibet, With My Handlers Nearby
These days, the Chinese government wants foreigners to think it has moved beyond Orwellian propaganda.
Read more on New York Times

Braves end road trip 3-6 with another loss to Reds
CINCINNATI — Brandon Phillips hit a tying triple with two out in the fifth inning and scored the tiebreaking run on shortstop Alex Gonzalez’s error, helping the Cincinnati Reds beat the Atlanta Braves 2-1 on Sunday in the rubber game of the weekend series. Ramon Hernandez was on first…
Read more on New York Post

Question by kelly m: how much money would 2 people need to travel within South America for 2 months?
Me and my partner will be traveling to South America next June for 2 months, and would like some guidance on how much money we would need for the time spent there, including Travel between different countries, Hostels, Food and some tours

Best answer:

Answer by Lauren <3
alot.
more than like 800

Add your own answer in the comments!

Question by Laura M: Are the REI adventure tours in Patagonia worth the money?
I would like to go trekking in Patagonia (Chile and Argentina) next year. I’ve never gone on an official tour (other than a few outings that lasted a few hours or half a day), but I enjoy traveling on my own. However, I question the safety of embarking on a jaunt like this by myself. I’m very fit and comfortable with hiking and camping but I don’t have any back-packing experience. So I’m thinking maybe a guided tour would be the right idea this time around.

Has anyone done any of the Patagonia adventure tours offered by REI? They’re ridiculously expensive, but I know it’s a good company and they have an excellent reputation.

Any feedback, suggestions, and particularly info from someone who’s taken one of the tours is much appreciated! My biggest hang-up is definitely the price. I usually travel on-the-cheap.

Best answer:

Answer by kenai_sailor
I have not done it, but one of my best friends and ex-climbing partners did. He said it was great and well worth it.

Add your own answer in the comments!

Geocaching treasure hunt hits gold
AROUND 1,400 people descended on Perth yesterday for a hi-tech treasure hunt organised as part of celebrations marking the 800th anniversary of the city being made a Royal Bur
Read more on The Scotsman

Hundreds at ‘hi-tech treasure hunt’
Around 1400 people from all over the world have descended on Perth for the largest geocaching event ever held in Scotland.
Read more on Press Assoc. via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News

A challenge to college students
Congratulations, you’ve made the decision to earn a college degree — bettering yourself and, in doing so, our communities and ultimately, our world.
Read more on Ventura County Star

The Mexican Border’s Lost World
The “spice of danger” once added to the allure of towns like Tijuana and Ciudad Juárez. But now the danger from drug violence is very real, and a way of life is threatened.
Read more on New York Times

A regal wedding for an American princess
Chelsea Clinton, the only child of America’s storied political power couple, is getting married this weekend. Amid fevered speculation about the event, Joanna Slater previews what is being called the wedding of the year – if not the decade
Read more on The Globe and Mail

Question by inkachallenge: planning to hike inca trail, tours in south america, looking for something different ?
inca trail to machu picchu, planning to hike inca trail, tours in south america, looking for something different ?

Best answer:

Answer by SouthAmericanPostcard.com
An alternative to the Inca Trail.

http://www.southamericanpostcard.com/cgi-bin/place.cgi?peru-machu-picchu

Add your own answer in the comments!

Question by valerielovesme88: Where should I go in South America?
I’m going to be touring South America for 4-6 weeks next spring (their fall). I don’t have an itinerary yet. What are some DON’T MISS things I need to do/see? I have a short list of my own, but I’m sure there are amazing things not commonly listed in tour guides that only someone who’s been there could fill me in on.

Best answer:

Answer by Aj from USA
mACHU PICCHU IN PERU
BEST PLACE TO CHECK OUT
AND IF U HAPPEN 2 GO TO CENTRAL AMERICA GO TO THE NATIONAL FORESTS IN COSTA RICA

Give your answer to this question below!

Question by Albert Einstein: What do you think of holidays in Brazil? Read the details, please?
I am wanting to holiday in Rio de Janeiro-BR, which I take the trip?

Best answer:

Answer by Deep Brazil
I would definitely go. I have been to Rio at least 10 times (I was born in São Paulo), it is such a fascinating city. Of course, it depends on what are your favorite activities. If you like small towns, maybe it is not for you.
It has phenomenal beaches, good food and night life, beautiful national and state parks, a few good museums. You should definitely visit the Botanical Gardens and Confeitaria Colombo, a 19th century café.
If you want to read more about the country (Culture, Economy, Society, Environment and so on), I would like to invite you to visit my blog, Deep Brazil (www.deepbrazil.com).

Give your answer to this question below!

Question by Rorschach: taking the plane from NJ to south america (equador)?
im a complete idiot in terms of finding a good deal for plane tickets in a good price… and wasted couple hundred dollars in the past…

is there any good places, sites, ads, newspaper, you can recommend and any personal advices you can give me to buy a ticket?

i live in new jersey and i wanna fly to equator…
im trying to leave at july 7th~ july 10th
and come back somewhere in august….

is there good recommendations, advices, and good sources and information?

Best answer:

Answer by Andrew
http://www.kayak.com/ and

http://www.vayama.com/

have the cheapest flights

if you can fly out of NYC-Quito from 10july-12Aug 8.00Roundtrip

Thats pretty good.

you can check your seats on http://www.seatguru.com/ it is very useful!!!

have fun!

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

FringeNYC celebrates lucky year 13
What happens every August, exhausts even the most tireless theatergoer, and features more thespians than a barrel full of bloated, budget-busting Broadway babies? FringeNYC.
Read more on Gay City News

Host families sought for exchange students in Redlands
REDLANDS – Families are needed to host exchange students during the coming school year.
Read more on San Bernardino Sun

MIAA make room: NSU to join conference
Northeastern State made it official. After exploring options outside of the Lone Star Conference, NSU found its new home: The Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association.
Read more on Tahlequah Daily Press

Watch highlights for Argentina vs Ecuador during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South America Qualifiers. For more great highlights, full game replays and news, visit qualifiers.jumptv.com
Video Rating: 4 / 5

Watch highlights for Ecuador vs Colombia during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South America Qualifiers. For more great highlights, full game replays and news, visit qualifiers.jumptv.com
Video Rating: 4 / 5

Zim tourism looks West
EUROPEAN and North American tourists dominated the number of overseas visitors to Zimbabwe in the first quarter of the year as efforts to rebuild, what was once the country’s key source market, continue.
Read more on New Zimbabwe

Kids Christmas Activities And Games
Printable Kids Christmas Activities – Ideal for Entertaining Kids At Home or School. Includes Word Puzzles, Mazes, Christmas Games, Math Worksheets, Coloring Pages, Christmas Cards, Gift Tags And Much More. Bonus Kids Christmas Party Games Included.
Kids Christmas Activities And Games

Watch in HQ. In this 3rd video, it shows the fireworks display of “Believe…in Holiday Magic”. We were along Main Street and saw this magical display above Sleeping Beauty’s winter castle. When the firework show was over, we went right by the castle. It was sparkly and magical! Then we decided to go see how the “it’s a small world” ride looked like. It was so colorful and filled with brilliant lights! It was then nearing midnight so we decided to call it a night of December 29. The next day, of December 30, it was not a nice day to go out. It was gloomy and showery outside…Nonetheless we still enjoyed our (first time) visit to California Adventures. We went to the “It’s tough to be a bug” and to the Hollywood Pictures Backlot. Then later that evening, we decided to visit Disneyland again. We rode the Disneyland railroad, Startours and ate dinner at the Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port in Tomorrowland. Then after dinner, we went to the “It’s a small world” holiday. It’ll show us riding it and along with the continuation of our trip at Disneyland on the next video, on video Part 4. Enjoy
Video Rating: 5 / 5

Watch in HQ. In this video, it shows our holiday trip to Disneyland in Anaheim, CA! It’s been a decade since I’ve been to Disneyland. So in this video, it shows our long road trip to LA It was a long 6+ hour drive. Enjoy the scenery! Then once we arrived to Anaheim, we went straight for our condominium at Dolphins’ Cove. It was nice! We also had a good dinner. Then the next morning of December 29, we finally went to Disneyland. Boy there were a lot of people already that early (at around 7:30a.m.). There was a huge Christmas tree on Main Street. We then ate breakfast at Carnation Cafe. After the breakfast, we went to the Enchanted Tiki Room in Adventureland. Hope you enjoy the video! Our fun at Disneyland continues on video Part 2.

Fairs and Festivals Vendor Calendar And Ebook
Events calendar for the Us. Detailed access to vendor information for 1000s shows. Target artists and crafters and home entrprenuers who exhibit & sell at shows and festivals. Recurring payments! Site recently upgraded. Free Ebook with sign up.
Fairs and Festivals Vendor Calendar And Ebook

Get Your Art Out There
The Artists Juicy Guide To Successfully Selling Art At Outdoor Shows and Festivals
Get Your Art Out There

Must-try foods of the world
Your guide to not eating in a tourist trap when you’re traveling.
Read more on FOX 28 South Bend

Question by pepsicola: Is it safe to go on holiday to brazil?
Hi,just wondering if anyone can give me some info on brazil.I would love to go to a place called alagoas(if anyone has heard of it) I just wanted to know if I would be safe there.My grandfather was born there,thats why I am so desperate to go.

Best answer:

Answer by Lisa
Umm okay so you could go on..

www.wikitravel.com

www.virtualtourist.com -

www.gapyear.com

Possible that you will need vaccinations btw…. use google!!

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

We flew down to Patagonia to shoot this fun-in-the-snow holiday mini film for JCrew.
Video Rating: 5 / 5

In January 2009 I set out to bicycle from Paraguay to the United States to support conservation efforts in the San Rafael Reserve, the last 7% of Paraguay’s Atlantic Forest. This is the adventure that ensued. If you like this video or support forest conservation please share the video. The more views the video gets the more support Paraguay gets. Si le gusta este video o apoya a la conservacion de los bosques, por favor comparta el video.

Grandma’s recipe was just the beginning
From lefse to sushi to camping trailers, entrepreneurship runs in the family.
Read more on Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune

Question by You are now smiling! : What are the Holiday Celebrations of Buenos Aires, Argentina?
I’m doing a project and was doing research but I haven’t started to find much information yet. I was wondering if someone can help me out with this. I just want to know what are the celebrations, festivals, and other festivities done in the Holiday season of Buenos Aires.
If you could please give links to articles and other reference tools that’d be amazing.
Thanks so much everyone!
I do know a little spanish. I have been learning for a few years now. But I am not fluent.
But please help the best you can. Thanks

Best answer:

Answer by nanaj
do you know spanish? it is good idea to search at clarin.com, it is the most digital newspaper in argentina,
good luck
uzinanaj

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

Last-second trip worth it for Vaccaro
Walking up the final hole at Sahalee Country Club on Thursday in the U.S. Senior Open, John Vaccaro didn’t really care that he was 10-over par, 15 strokes behind the leader after 18 holes. What mattered was he was inside the ropes soaking in the polite applause. “It’s a lifetime achievement,” Vaccaro said.
Read more on AP via Yahoo! Sports

Last-second trip worth it for Vaccaro
SAMMAMISH, Wash. — Walking up the final hole at Sahalee Country Club on Thursday in the U.S.
Read more on SportingNews

Question by Parker: Experiences trekking in South America (especially the Andes)?
Has anyone trekked through South America?

How did it go? I’m hopefully trekking in the Andes this summer and I want as much advice/insight as I can get…

Best answer:

Answer by Vineet S
Hi,

I haven’t being there. But have got some links that will help your trekking trip to Andes.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andes

http://www.andes.org.uk/andes-information-files/andes-trek-plan.asp

http://www.south-america-travel-advice.com/

These will help you to know the climate, clothing, camping equipment, food etc.

And if you ever wish for trekking in India you can visit this site: http://www.intoindia.com/trekking.html
to know about various trekking treks available in India. These treks ranges from easy treks to demanding treks. You can plan for a tailor made trip http://www.intoindia.com/tailor.asp also. If you wish to visit India in a group, then there is group discount also available.

What do you think? Answer below!

Question by ants_toes_knees: Holiday in Galapagos – short break advice needed!!!?
I like planning my own holidays instead of being ripped off by travel agents plus i dont like being rounded up and shuffled around by tour companies on package tours….

Anyway,
I want to visit the galapagos islands for only a couple of days and would like to know what the best plan would be…

Do i fly to Equador and book hotel there (if yes then where is best?)

Once in Equador, are there any arranged trips to the islands that i can book locally?

I really want to see the Galapagos Islands but without the package element and i only wish to spend a total of a week for the whole break….

Your help is greatly received.

Cheers
Ant

Best answer:

Answer by QueenBlack
I expect you can fly there, find a hotel and a travel group for the island trip. You may want to reserve the island trip before you go as only a certain number get to go, although you may find cancellations at the last minute. It is a shame to go all that way for only a week. I went for 3 weeks and hopped aroung central and south america.

Add your own answer in the comments!

welcome to Uruguay
Video Rating: 4 / 5

Happenings
THURSDAY, JULY 29
Read more on The Times Herald

Hartford Business Journal 40 Under Forty 2010 Winner Profiles
Hartford Business Journal 40 Under Forty 2010 Winner Profiles
Read more on Hartford Business Journal

Many of us will have dreamed of going on that once-in-a-lifetime adventure holiday. Whether it’s climbing Kilimanjaro, getting back to nature on an African jungle trek, visiting the ends of the earth to see the Polar Regions or helping to build a school in South America there are now adventure holidays to suit all ages and abilities. But how do you know which adventure trip is right for you? Maybe you’re worried that you’re too old to properly enjoy some of the more active adventures, or want to find a holiday that the whole family will enjoy. Or perhaps you’re worried about the skills or experience you may need, or how it would work if you went with a partner or travelled alone. Our live and interactive Web TV show featuring Kate Humble and Colin Stump from TUI adventure brands offers you expert advice on picking the right adventure holiday with information on the best destinations and holiday types to suit all ages and abilities. Kate Humble and Colin Strump join us live on Wednesday 6th January at 2:30pm to discuss adventure holidays. For more information visit www.apassporttoadventure.com (Live from 6th Jan 2010).
Video Rating: 0 / 5

Vidal Jaquehua talks about traveling to Machu Picchu or other South American destinations with Adventure Holidays Peru.

Guide to Backpacking
Introduction to backpacking. Ebook and Audio. Start Backpacking Faster Than Ever With These Simple Yet Amazing Tips. Everybody loves the great outdoors. Information for backpacking at home or abroad.
Guide to Backpacking

Question by martinique: travel tours for young solo travellers ?
i would like to travel as part of a group next summer (to south america) and would like to be recommended suitable tour operators..ideally it would be an adventure holiday for a month – 6 weeks and with young people and not too expensive.

thanks for any advice.
i am based in UK.

Best answer:

Answer by fashonion
This site lists a number of tour operators in South America http://www.tourvacationstogo.com/south_america_tours.cfm

You could also visit STA travel as they are aimed at the youth market. http://www.statravel.co.uk/cps/rde/xchg/uk_division_web_live/hs.xsl/toursandtreks-southamerica.htm

Intrepid is also another good company to travel with http://www.intrepidtravel.com/ourtrips/

Add your own answer in the comments!

Question by steelerbus_36: how many people are in a average family in Brazil?
What do Brazilians worship?
How do they celebrate holidays?
What kind of holidays do they have?
How is social time spent?
What do they do for fun?

Best answer:

Answer by nonconformiststraightguy
Check out these links :
www.brazilmax.com
www.gringoes.com
www.brazilbrazil.com

Add your own answer in the comments!

YOUR COMMENTS
Gary Pinder is taking his family to South America, and this time he doesn’t have to take his medicine with him. Courtesy photo Gary Pinder takes a moment with his wife, Lisa, and children — 13-year-old Brianna, left, and 12-year-old Kyle — in front of the Beagle Channel in Antarctica in December 2008. Pinder was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1995, but still manages to take international …
Read more on The Capital

Taylor Bertolet kicks his way onto A&M
Exeter’s Taylor Bertolet has been brushing up on geography during his summer vacation. He has taken trips to compete in kicking camps in Wisconsin, Boston, South Bend, Ind., and College Station, Texas – twice.
Read more on Reading Eagle

Question by Konrad J: Are there any customs/holidays in Taiwan that affect international business?
A holiday thats mostly for people that live in taiwan but affect the business

Best answer:

Answer by TaiwanTeacher
“Double Ten Day” on November 10th. It is an ROC (aka Taiwan) National Holiday in celebration of the birth of modern-day China. See the Wiki entry for more details.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Double_Ten_Day

What do you think? Answer below!

Question by PANDA: what holidays does argentina celebrate?
what do they celebrate in argentina?

Best answer:

Answer by w b
well argentine people like to celebrate anything.but here are the ones i know…

Christmas
New Year’s
Valentine’s
Mother’s day (in october)
Father’s day (in June)
Rosh Hashanah
Yom Kipper
Veteran’s Day (for war in Malvinas) (April)
Inmaculada Conception de Maria(December)
Friend’s day
Teacher Day
Dia de Raza (october)
Dia de Nino (children’s day)(august)
Work Day(may)
Paso Inmortalidad del Gran Manuel (death of a famous general) (june)
Paso Inmortalidad del Jose de San Martin Belgrano (death of a famous general) (august)
Patriot’s Day (may)

Give your answer to this question below!

Journey to Ride, Not Hide
The story of mental illness is more likely to be silent than to be told. Something has to change, and for Michael Schratter the change starts with biking across six continents and 30 countries to talk about the stigma and how schools can help.
Read more on Business Examiner

Patagonia: Try a Chilean adventure
Chilean Patagonia’s position as a natural playground for all things active is perfectly summed up by the Wenger Patagonian Expedition Race. It challenges competitors to up to 800 miles of kayaking, trekking and mountain-biking in some of the most impressive scenery known to man. But while the athletes who take on the endurance race every year may seem superhuman, the activities involved can …
Read more on Independent

Cowboy’s cross-country journey makes stop in Craig
The 59-year-old cowboy unsaddled his tired horses and unpacked the one set of clothes he brought on his cross-country journey. Phil Dawson, of Idaho, is more than a month into his 7,500-mile trip that is expected to last a year-and-a-half. He came Wednesday to Craig, stopping at the Moffat County Fairgrounds to rest and regroup before continuing his trip. Dawson is making his third pack trip …
Read more on Craig Daily Press