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AccomBlog AsiaHotels HotelClubMothers tend to rejoice when vacations roll around as it signifies a week or so without the task of cooking and caring for the kitchen. For the food lover, on the other hand, a vacation means opportunity. Now, more than ever, culinary students are opting to spend their vacations in areas of the world well known for their contributions to the cooking world. I hope you’re prepared to travel!
Travel enough around this strange planet of ours and eventually, you’ll come across a sight that stops you in your tracks. The awe of the Great Barrier Reef or the magical aura of Machu Picchu for example.
In a similar, if not more modest vein, foreign signs of all types can cause us to gape in amazement and whip out our digital camera. The pictures may not make the pages of National Geographic but they do make for great laughs and dinner conversation.
Some of these signs from around the world are just too weird to believe but trust us, they do actually exist. Some legitimately warn of real danger while others warn of, well, we’re still not quite sure. So enjoy these wacky gems and be grateful some soul with a sense of humour was around to take a snapshot for posterity.
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The call of sand and surf is distinct for everyone. Some people crave seclusion and escape from the daily grind. Others want to find the best waves to ride. And then there are those who just want to party until they drop - only to wake up and do it all over again.
These 5 party places represent the foremost spots in the world to do just that. If island retreats and serenity are in your immediate vacation plans, omit these beach destinations from your list. Fast. Make no mistake about it … these 5 are strictly for those in search of depraved fun and debauchery.
Ibiza, Spain
Once a quiet jewel off the Mediterranean coast of Spain, Ibiza has become a virtual Mecca on the world club scene. The concept of club culture as the phenomenon that we know it today has firm roots here. The party scene that never sleeps and with mythical status across the globe has become vital to the very economy of the island. Continue reading Top 5 Party Beach Destinations in the World »
We’ve all heard travel horror stories. Travelers return from Mexico or the jungle with Montezuma’s revenge or malaria. Cruise passengers complain of having shared a viral epidemic with their fellow travelers. You shouldn’t limit or change your travel plans because you fear an illness. There are several steps you can take before your next trip to ensure you remain healthy enough to enjoy your entire adventure. Continue reading How to Stay Healthy While Traveling »
Every year without fail, visitors flock to Europe in record numbers. The continent receives more tourists than any other on the globe. In fact, of the most popular vacation destinations worldwide, Spain, France, Italy, Germany and the United Kingdom consistently rank in the top ten. Other European nations like Greece, Austria and Switzerland are not so far behind.
While all of these locations boast a slew of reasons to merit a visit, from architecture to cuisine, beaches to ski resorts, culture to commerce, there is more to Europe than the obvious list of vacation candidates. No coincidence that these three former Soviet republics qualify as veritable hidden gems and appeal not only to those who want to stray from the beaten path but to those who want more bang for their buck. Continue reading 3 Euro Hidden Gems »
The entire concept of concierge service has undergone a remarkable transformation of late. While high-end hotels have always been purveyors of perks like restaurant reservations and balcony seats at the ballet, the new breed of concierge has taken the term “pamper guests” into hyperdrive. So intense is competition in the hospitality industry and high the demand for extras that some luxury hotels have even seen fit to outsource concierge service to firms like London’s Quintessentially. Clearly, mints on the pillow are so yesterday. Here are 10 extreme examples of wacky hotel concierge services. Continue reading 10 Wacky Concierge Services »
While an archaeological dig will never be as thrill-bound as those seen in the movies, they provide an excellent outlet and are a natural choice for vacationing enthusiasts. The work is sometimes difficult, even grueling, but the end results are always well worth the effort and the wait. If you or a loved one love archaeology, an archaeological dig vacation might just be the perfect retreat! Continue reading Archaeological Dig Vacations »
