…ing and island-hopping, or venture into the luxuriant rural areas of World Heritage-listed national parks and rainforests. Great entertainment To take a break from seeing the mesmerising sights available all over the country, visitors can delve into some of the different entertaining dimensions of this exotic land. There are dazzling casinos on hand, scattered over various miles of Aussie land, which people can witness some fantastically amusing g…
…lies just getting into cruising and who had been attracted to the romance, heritage and up-market perception of Cunard. And during the trip becoming increasingly disappointed by the dated experience, facilities and entertainment that serves the past and present so well – but does not meet the needs of the future cruiser. The probability of couples and families like them returning is small. Cunard face a real problem and an increasingly urgent need…
…d Kingdom the country and city has fiercely retained its Scottish feel and heritage. It is a very different feel to England, and this adds to the excitement of visiting. It is both familiar and varied, and why I recommend visitors to the UK to ensure they go beyond just staying in London and venture North to explore the city. 2: Although at times it can tend towards overplaying Scottish stereotypes in tourist facing activities with a sometimes cor…
…nown areas of the country although it is home to three unique UNESCO World Heritage sites: Rammelsberg Mine, Goslar Old Town and the Upper Harz Water Management System, Quedlinburg Old Town and Lutherstadt Eisleben. Last night I attended an event celebrating some of German’s traditions in London at the (very trendy) Herman Ze German restaurant on Charlotte Street. While enjoying traditional food like bratwurst and schnitzel, each of the Tourist Bo…
…nity. Both sides of rive Danube that run through the city are UNESCO World Heritage sites due to the stunning buildings. Even more remarkable when you discover that most of city, including the huge and impressive palace high on the hill overlooking the river, was destroyed in World War II and has been recreated. This show covers among other topics: Observations History General tips for visitors Best time to go Getting there and getting around Must…
…re exotic Middle Eastern and Byzantine influence than traditional European heritage when being designed. Its dense brickwork has added flourishes of white trimmed arches, while the domes are totally white. Our guide explained that this grand and impressive building was created in the early 13th Century for Saint Anthony. He was a Portuguese preacher who died near the city while fulfilling a remit to share his vast knowledge of the scriptures throu…
…s the best way to experience the majestic Canadian Rockies, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Over the past 25 years, Rocky Mountaineer has grown to become the largest privately owned luxury tourist train company in the world and has welcomed over 1.7 million guests from around the world. Rocky Mountaineer First Passage to the West Route About the First Passage to the West Trip This is how they describe the route: “Travel through Canada’s stunning Roc…
…lorer, Johann Ludwig Burckhardt, was shown it by locals. It became a World Heritage Site in 1985. Passage of rocks into Petra Jordan “The Treasury” Petra Jordan Amphitheatre Petra Jordan Climbing up by donkey to the Monastery Petra Jordan Monastery Petra Jordan The Monastery Petra Jordan One of the locals on top of the turret on the Monastery Petra Jordan Inspired? Find out more about Jordan at VisitJordan.com Based on my time in Jordan, there are…
…haeologists explored the stories and finally located it. It is now a World Heritage site and been acknowledged as genuine by the Catholic Church, with the Pope having visited. There is a small pond where the baptism took place, and then visitors can pas by the gold-domed St. George Church opened in 2010 to visit the banks of the Jordan river to be baptised. The West Bank and Jordan are only a few metres apart here and visitors on both sides watch…
…one cruise ship. However, it acts as a gateway to explore the UNESCO World Heritage City of La Antigua and other historic sites and so is growing as a cruise stop. We did the “on your own” transfer to La Antigua, which was a beautiful and fascinating city. Cruise Ship Oasis The port has created a fairly sizeable lush green haven within the otherwise utilitarian working port. In the reception area the tourist board had set up a desk where, in addit…
…l and fascinating city. Its significance led to it becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the podcast hear about the must-see sights including: Town Square which includes old key governmental buildings like the Palace of the Captain’s General (Palacios de Los Capitanes) and City Hall with the Antique Books and Weapons Museum. San Jose Cathedral dating back to 1680. Colonial Art Museum. The temple and convent of Santo Domingo which hosts the Pre…
