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Keep Your Cool in New Orleans This Summer

July 28, 2012 by Robby Oakes

The fabled city of New Orleans has a thriving culture which is completely unique to anywhere else in the USA.

It is famous for delicious down-home southern cooking, spicy Creole flavors, Spanish and French influences, a groovy jazz scene, friendly hospitality and of course for being one of the best places in the country to have a party.

The city of New Orleans is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the USA and with so many great concerts and festivals hosted here every year the saying goes that locals are always preparing for a party, celebrating one, or recovering from one.

More Big Easy Tips….

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Big Easy, Louisiana, New Orleans, travel

How to Travel Cheaply in Your Retirement Years

June 22, 2012 by Robby Oakes

If you are nearing retirement age there are many things to look forward to in your future, such as the chance to take time for yourself, pursue your hobbies and of course travel the world.

This is the chance to see some of the places you have always wanted to see, which you postponed in the name of career and raising a family. Now that the kids have flown the nest you can pack your bags and take off on an adventure.

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Retirement, Seniors, travel

The Most Beautiful Travel Destinations in the USA

May 12, 2012 by Robby Oakes

From jagged mountains to sandy beaches to farmland as flat as the horizon, the United States has a huge variety of landscapes within its borders.

There are many places in the USA which will cause your jaw to drop in awe when beholding a particularly stunning landscape.

Here are a few examples of truly gorgeous places in the USA:

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, travel, Vacation

Cheaper Alternatives to Big City Breaks in the USA

May 5, 2012 by Robby Oakes

Many people who live in smaller towns or in the countryside love to spend their holidays in a major city. During a “city break” they can enjoy the cultural events, nightlife, fine dining, shopping and impressive architecture that only a decent sized city can provide.

However, the USA’s biggest and most famous city destinations, such as New York and LA are notorious for their astronomical prices. Although these huge mega-cities are very exciting to spend time in, they can also make a small travel budget disappear very quickly.

The good news is that there are many other alternative city break destinations which will offer plenty of culture, shopping, food and nightlife for a much cheaper price.

In these cities you will find better hotel rates, lower prices of gas, and more affordable food so that you can enjoy the excitement of the city for less.

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: American Cities, travel, Vacation

Strange and Quirky Facts about Mexico

April 28, 2012 by Robby Oakes

Are you heading south of the border for your next holiday?

Mexico is a unique and fascinating country, with a diverse range of inhabitants and a long and complex history. There is a lot to know about Mexico, and learning a bit about this country can make your holiday a lot more interesting.

Here are some facts about the country, some strange, some funny, and some intriguing. Perhaps they will spark your interest and get you curious to learn more about Mexico during your travels:

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Mexico, travel, trivia, Vacation

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