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La Casa Del Camino: The Boutique Surf Hotel in Laguna Beach, California - - Wayne and Judy Bayliff
Opening just in time to greet the Great Depression in 1929, the hotel nevertheless prospered because it became an immediate hit with the Who’s Who of Hollywood. The hotel’s incomparable location on the Laguna Beach sand has kept it popular with the seaside set for over eight... Submitted 1 year 133 days ago.

Athens at Christmas - Sara O'Rourke
I'm sipping on a very creamy cappuccino, with a stray cat tickling my ankles and the sun, burning at about twenty, shining on the side of my face. The day ahead, as I envision it, will consist of, roughly, taking a casual stroll up the mountains, hiking around, eating a bit of gelato here and... Submitted 1 year 154 days ago.

Mission Impossible Approach to Airline Travel Unacceptable - Gerry Charbonneau
"You should definitely have a travel agent. Why go through all the hassle of dealing with airlines, hotels, and rental-car agencies yourself, only to see the arrangements get all screwed up, when with just a single phone call you can have a trained professional screw them up for you? " ~~ Dave... Submitted 1 year 197 days ago.

Great White Shark Cage Diving - - Chuck Clayton
Great White Shark cage diving is an amazing adrenaline rush! I have been to Gaansbai South to go cage diving to see the Great Whites and it was incredible. Our Cage Our cage was about 5 feet in diameter and 7 foot tall with large buoys at the top to help keep it afloat. There was a large... Submitted 1 year 286 days ago.

First Batch of Sydney’s Safety Cameras Expected To Net $20,000 Per Day - Joel Hendon
Sydney, Australia authorities are installing 10 safety cameras across the city to catch speeders and other law breakers, such as running red lights. They plan to install up to 200 of them over the next four years. The city ventured into this project slowly and installed only one to begin with... Submitted 1 year 349 days ago.

First Encounter with Hammer Head Sharks - - Chuck Clayton
On our forth day of diving in the Galapagos Islands we traveled to a dive site called Gordon's Rock. It is a small volcanic mount that jettisons out of the water. Gordon's Rock is located near the north east corner of Santa Cruz Island. As we donned our dive equipment we watched the rough... Submitted 2 years 20 days ago.

History's Highways: Arriving Charleston - - Walter Rhett
During the spring season, Charleston is crowded with visitors from around the world. Arriving from every direction, they trace a history hidden along their travels. Here is a short narrative of history from the colonial era to the 1861 war to the present, that visitors can experience arriving... Submitted 2 years 52 days ago.

An O'Rourke in Dublin - Sara O'Rourke
It's 08:00 am. Guinness in right (and left) hand. Wearing headband with dangling, flashing green LED bobbles. To be quite honest, there is no other way to spend St. Patrick's day than in Dublin - in the midst of the authentic Irish cheer, watching the parade lining O'Connell Street, the... Submitted 2 years 63 days ago.

An American Commuter - Jack H. Schick
They changed the time again. They had us spring forward. (that's how I remember what to do. I spring forward in the spring, which makes sense; and, I fall back in the autumn, which doesn't). I didn't forget this year. I didn't end up tuning in late for my Sunday TV shows and I got to work on time... Submitted 2 years 70 days ago.

Mount Bonnell - A Hiker's Dream - Austin, TX - Sydney Spence
Being the Capital of Texas with live music scenes, mouth watering Tex-Mex, and the Longhorns football team isn't the only thing Austin is known for. Mount Bonnell is another one of its marvels with a long history and legends all its own. Tourists revel in the majestic view seen from the highest... Submitted 2 years 82 days ago.

How to Stay Fit Camping with the Family - - Polly Mary J. Bowen
Fitness is an essential component in everyday life. Why not take the kids bikes with you while camping at your favorite campground? Not only will you enjoy the action as a family, but you are modeling the importance of fitness. Biking is an excellent cardiovascular activity and if well planned... Submitted 2 years 117 days ago.

Top Spots to Visit in Ely Minnesota - - Polly Mary J. Bowen
Ely, Minnesota has excellent shops, restaurants, outfitters for outdoor adventures, campgrounds, and the entrance gate to Superior National Forest, known as the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). This quaint town has many things that appeal to the adventurous pallet. Why not plan for... Submitted 2 years 124 days ago.

Cross'n Texas (I Remembered the Alamo) - Jack H. Schick
If you're crossing the country on Interstate 10, when you leave Louisiana and hit Orange, Texas you're threatened by a big sign: "El Paso 877 Miles". No matter how far you've already driven, it's breathtaking. It's heart wrenching. How can that be? That's further than New York to Chicago, or... Submitted 2 years 138 days ago.

Flying Naked Would Save A Lot Of Airport Delays And Complications - Gerry Charbonneau
"The Boeing 747 is so big that it has been said that it does not fly; the earth merely drops out from under it. . . . " Capt. Ned Wilson, Pan Am Airport security, or at this stage of the travel game the utter lack of such security, is completely ineffective and at times a theatrical fade meant to... Submitted 2 years 145 days ago.

Ancient Water Mill  ----  Construction of a Self Catering Holiday Cottage - Tom Davies
We have here the chronicle of 700 year old mill which now is a holiday home hidden in the Creuse countryside. Here we have one of a series of items about the history and describing the area of Le Moulin de Pont de Chez Lord, France 23430. When the mill was built the Limousin region of France... Submitted 2 years 153 days ago.

Vacations are Good for You - - Debra Fortosis
In one study, the questioner asked, "If you had extra money today, how would you want to spend it?" Well over 90 percent claimed that they would travel. There is no denying it: most people really enjoy travel. A myth that is circulating claims that people in the U.S. simply are not traveling... Submitted 2 years 206 days ago.

A Visit to Andrew Jackson's Hermitage - - Arlene Wright-Correll
Earlier this year I read a library book which was a biography of Andrew Jackson and I was impressed by two facts. 1. He was the only president in the history of this country that ever paid off the national debt during his two terms in office. 2. He was this country's first president to come from... Submitted 2 years 219 days ago.

The World's Oldest Underwater City - Walter Rhett
Recently my daughter, whose birthday is today!, went to Greece with a girl friend, for a week's vacation. With her unbridled wit, she observed that since the period between 776 BC (the first Olympic Games) and 323 BC (the death of Alexander), the civilization that many consider the seminal source... Submitted 2 years 223 days ago.

Singing out for New Orleans - Sara O'Rourke
The heart of the American south is one of warmth and hospitality. A relaxed pace exudes in the southern life - a slower speech, a less rushed shuffle, a looser grip and more lenient rule. It was this pronounced sigh of ease as well as the bursting creativity that created that connection for me... Submitted 2 years 254 days ago.

Flying Fear - Sweat and Prayers at 37,000 - Julian Price
Flying, it is said, is the safest form of transportation. Poppycock! I wonder how many of us would take the test if experiments were being carried out to discover how safe an aeroplane is when it crashes if they were also conducting the same test for cars. Don't panic; you get the full set of... Submitted 2 years 260 days ago.

Best All Inclusive Beach Resort: Royal Plantation - Joel Hirschhorn
National Healthcare Quality Report, 2008 No need to wait if you want to experience total luxury, persistent pampering, marvelous surroundings, the best of food and drink, and a gorgeous tropical beach. All this and much more await you at the Royal Plantation in islands for some 25 years I... Submitted 2 years 337 days ago.

Thinking about a Cruise Vacation? Some Myths, Facts and Tips - Lorrie Davids
Many people I have talked to believe a cruise is an expensive vacation; an extravagance they could never afford. I used to believe that same myth. The truth is, if you know where to look, a cruise is one of the most inexpensive vacations you will experience as well as one of the most relaxing... Submitted 2 years 337 days ago.

How to Survive Airport Security and Other Tips for Hassle-Free Flying - Danny Davids
Summer's nearly upon us, and that means vacation travel. Many people will choose flying over driving as their preferred mode of travel. With all the security rules and regulations currently in place for airline passengers, some travelers can spend more time checking luggage, going through... Submitted 3 years 9 days ago.

Campfire Treats That Will Delight The Kids - Asher Ricard
Camping with kids can be such an adventure. Everything is new and appealing as kids explore the outside world and find that there is more to the world then just video games and movies. Kids will be amazed watching the campfire. They return to little cave men as their eyes light up when the fire... Submitted 3 years 24 days ago.

How To Camp On A Budget - Asher Ricard
Camping is a great summer activity that doesn't cost a lot to begin with and offers families a great vacation. In the times we are in, vacations are going to be hard for families. Camping can be a great alternative. Traditionally it is a cheap vacation with nights under $40 at most campsites.... Submitted 3 years 31 days ago.