The Amalfi coast is a place that looks like it really came from a dream, a fairy tale or perhaps a painting of other times. The intense colors of blue sea shining under the Sun’s rays and of even more blue clear skies stand out sweet on the coast overlooking the small villages rich in white or pastel colors perched on top of the cliff. The scents of Mediterranean lemons invade every street corner. And how can then the smell of fresh fish that comes at noon from restaurants not invite you in to have a great lunch? » Read more: The towns of the Amalfi Coast: Ravello and Nerano, a combination of colours and traditions
The towns of the Amalfi Coast: Ravello and Nerano, a combination of colours and traditions
November 11th, 2011 No comments »Nice France
July 25th, 2011 No comments »
France is the second largest country in Europe. A very large territory with so many different landscapes and varied cuisine. The ideal for tourism. Without any surprise, France is the destination number one. Quick explanation.
Paris is certainly in the first place. Paris is the capital of the country, but it is so much more than just an administrative city. Paris is romantic. Paris is beautiful. Paris is the city of love. Each of the twenty districts, called „arrondissement“, is unique. For example, the 13th District is all about China because there are many Chinese restaurants and shops. » Read more: Nice France
Island hopping
July 10th, 2011 No comments »
Who has never dreamed to stand, alone, with your lovely pair or in family on a deserted island to enjoy great views away from a suffocating mass tourism?
In Indonesia, we can’t say there is a lack of island … With 17,500 islands and only 6,000 inhabited, your stay in the largest archipelago of the world could be a dream come true. Here are four reasons to fly half the globe, towards Indonesia.
First, the sea. Of course, Islands imply water. And not just any water. Pacific is doing its best to offer you amysing spots, swimming in enjoyable blue water and impressive sports. » Read more: Island hopping
What happens every 31st October in Barcelona?
June 28th, 2011 No comments »
On the night of 31st October, witches, ghosts and other fantastic creatures will arrive in Barcelona to frighten you and your friends, are you going to miss it? However, in Barcelona there is something much more frightening than any huge, hairy monster; do you know what it is?
In Catalonia, the Castanyada (Day of the Chestnut) is traditionally celebrated on that day. When walking in the streets on the 31st October, you will come across chestnut sellers who will ask you to buy their chestnuts. They are everywhere in Barcelona, at every corner… so, escaping from them is not an easy thing to do in Barcelona. Isn’t it scary? » Read more: What happens every 31st October in Barcelona?
A trip to Italy
May 18th, 2011 No comments »Italy is a wonderful land full of opportunities. Beyong all the areas available for your holidays, let’s talk about Rimini, located in Romagne. Italy is known worldwide as a country of caracter, tradition and history. This is exactly what you will find in the streets of Rimini : museums, abbeys and churchs, residences and villas, towers, castles, arches and village squares. All perfectly respectfull of the italien style.
From both sides of the town, North and South, the Adriatic sea coast will suggest so many towns, landscapes and treasures. » Read more: A trip to Italy
An exotic France
April 10th, 2011 No comments »There was a time, not very long ago, when France wanted to conquer the world. The first goal was of course to hold land. It is a way to prove its military power and how well it can manage territories. Beyong this simple goal, those lands were perfect to call at the ship during a long trip. Plus, people from those places were ideal candidates for the slave trade. That is how the colonization started. But with time, things have changed. In 1946, the french colonial empire turned into real french administrative regions called overseas departments and regions-overseas communities or more commonly for the French people Drom-Com.
Visit a Drom is like goint to France … but with a bit more exotism. It is the reason why the five French overseas regions nammed Guadeloupe, Martinique, Mayotte, Reunion and Guyana, are dream destinations for your holidays. » Read more: An exotic France
Have fun in Guatemala for Carnaval
March 3rd, 2011 No comments »Fat tuesday, Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Tuesday, Mardi-Gras: they all refer to the 7th tuesday before Easter, usually called Carnaval. In spanish, “carnaval” is called “carnival”.
Perhaps you knew it before thank to the podcasts about Latin America on Lengalia.com, but Guatemala doesn’t celebrate Carneval with Pancakes or King Cake but with Cascarones. Cascarones are empty eggshells that are filled with pica-pica paper confetti and then covered up with another piece of papel china and finally painted in a colorful way. Guatemalans then throw the eggshells on the head of family, friends or passers-by. There is no specific costume like princess, or Zoro or Batman…etc but Guatemalan costumes for carnaval are wonderful and really colorful. The show doesn’t look like the Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro but people walk around in roving gangs armed with plastic bag empty of flour and throw it on passers-by or all passing vehicles.
Any way, come in Guatemal for carnaval and you’ll have fun! If you want to have more information about Guatemala, go on Horizon Guatemaya website.
Book early for the best holiday park prices
February 3rd, 2011 No comments »With spring just around the corner many people are thinking of a holiday break preferably in the sun. For those who book their summer break early in March, there are great discounts available, sometimes up to 50 percent off.
There are many companies online such as Eurocamp, Haven and Butlins that offer amazing holiday destinations in the UK as well as comfortable campsites on the Mediterranean or Adriatic Sea. The best locations and best prices go to the guests who apply first, so as soon as your mind turns towards summer fun is the time to book your place. » Read more: Book early for the best holiday park prices
Investigation into Airport Disruption
January 10th, 2011 No comments »The British Aviation Authority (BAA) is carrying out an official investigation into what went wrong at Heathrow where hundreds of planes were grounded over the busy Christmas period. The report is set to be released at the end of March 2011. Thousands of passengers were left with cancelled flights, forced to sleep in airport terminals and left hundreds of pounds out of pocket due to the adverse weather conditions. The BAA has been severly criticised for its planning strategies during this period and a panel of experts from various airports in the UK will be looking into the investigation.
As a result, Sir Richard Branson, owner of Virgin Atlantic has announced today that he will be witholding payments to airport operator BAA until the official report has been released at the end of March. Claiming that the BAA’s disorganisation has cost the company millions of pounds. Other airlines have been equally as critical of the BAA’s capability to deal with the adverse weather conditions and the length of time it evetually took to clear planes for take off and landing. Last week, British Airways announced that the extended closure of airports across the UK has cost the company over 50 million pounds.
Melting snow causes havoc in Germany
January 7th, 2011 No comments »After the chaotic Christmas freeze in Germany where many towns and cities battled with never-ending snow fall and sub zero temperatures; it seems as though temperatures are finally getting milder across the country and the build up of snow is finally melting. However, due to records amounts of snow across the country, the winter thaw has caused major flooding across all parts of Germany. Rivers in many areas have burst their banks causing various towns and cities to be affected. In the West of the country the Rhine has overflowed causing problems in both Bonn and Cologne. Rivers have reportedly not yet reached their peak in Cologne but further flooding is predicted to carry on until late Tuesday.
The worst affected river appears to be the River Mosel, which flows through towns such as Koblenz, Cochem and Trier. Reports say that up to 30 villages in the wine-growing region south of Koblenz have been majorly affected with experts predicting water levels to reach 7.7m by Monday afternoon.
Experts are blaming this flash flooding on high levels of snow fall throughout December followed by a sudden increase in temperature at the beginning of 2011 causing such a rapid thaw.
