January 23, 2012 | Hugo | Health and Wellness, Travel Interests | No Comments
Christmas and New Year might be the highlights of every winter season in the US, but there is always a price to pay. With all the cooking, travelling, eating and partying they involve, one might end up quite tired. And being tired is definitely not a good condition to start a new year.Fortunately, the solution is quite simple: take the weekend off, t... [ read more ]
January 21, 2012 | Jonathan | Seasonal and Events, Travel Interests | No Comments
The New Year’s Eve is one of the most expected nights in the year and a huge holiday in the United States. Like in most Christian countries, the New Year is celebrated on the 1st of January, even though it is rather secular holiday, with no religious significance. In USA, New Year usually means white nights, crazy parties, good company, good food and... [ read more ]
January 15, 2012 | Jonathan | Sports, Travel Interests | No Comments
With the Rockies and Appalachians stretching along its coastlines and several Winter Olympics hosts titles in its portfolio, USA is one of the best places to spend and unforgettable ski vacation. Even though European travellers might prefer the Alps for very obvious financial and logistic reasons, they shouldn’t miss the opportunity to try out some ... [ read more ]
Christmas and New Year might be the highlights of every winter season in the US, but there is always a price to pay. With all the cooking, travelling, eating and partying they involve, one might end up quite tired. And being tired is definitely not a good condition to start a new year.Fortunately, the solution is quite simple: take the weekend off, turn off your phone and head for the nearest spa re... [ read more ]
The New Year’s Eve is one of the most expected nights in the year and a huge holiday in the United States. Like in most Christian countries, the New Year is celebrated on the 1st of January, even though it is rather secular holiday, with no religious significance. In USA, New Year usually means white nights, crazy parties, good company, good food and, most importantly, optimism and good time. For an... [ read more ]
With the Rockies and Appalachians stretching along its coastlines and several Winter Olympics hosts titles in its portfolio, USA is one of the best places to spend and unforgettable ski vacation. Even though European travellers might prefer the Alps for very obvious financial and logistic reasons, they shouldn’t miss the opportunity to try out some US ski runs while visiting the country. As for US ... [ read more ]
The New Year’s Eve Party in New York is by far the most famous street party taking place in the night between the years. The ‘dropping of the ball’ has become a widely acclaimed tradition, not only by the hundreds of thousands of participants present there in Times Square but also by the millions of viewers watching the event on TV. Those of you who are familiar with the crowded Times Square are ... [ read more ]
One thing that has always fascinated me in regard to the United States has been the country’s desire to display and in many cases even acquire for considerable amount of money the masterpieces of Europe’s most prestigious artists. Even though the states have given us a lot of highly influential artists like Basquiat, Warhol or Jackson Pollock, American artists aren’t the only attraction in Ame... [ read more ]
Everglades National Park in Florida is among those wild and unique places which keep calling you back years after you left them. Situated close to Miami in the southern part of Florida, the Everglades are actually a vast wetland, where the abundant water and sub-tropical climate nurture an incredibly diverse fauna. The unique landscapes and complex ecosystems are among the main reason... [ read more ]
If you are one of those individuals who dreams about snow even in the most beautiful summer day and knows the meaning of a black diamond ski run, than I’m sure you won’t mind a review on these best rated ski runs in the US. With iconic ski resorts like Aspen and Jackson Hole setting the standards on the West Coast and the smaller, cosier resorts in the Eastern Vermont or New Hampshire, the United State... [ read more ]
A major air transport hub and former Olympic host, Atlanta is among the most popular destinations in the US. With an impressive skyline and a very diverse population, this city in the South-Eastern USA is a much sought-after location for both business and leisure activities. Deciding what things to do in Atlanta might not be the easiest thing ever: there are so many things around, and never enou... [ read more ]
An old European tradition, Christmas markets enjoy an increasing popularity in the United States. A combination of a farmers market and country fair, Christmas markets are usually held during the first week of December, so that people can but the gifts and delicacies necessary for the preparation of the Christmas dinner. Most Christmas markets in US can be found in the major cities on the East Coast... [ read more ]
Tired of putting one layers of clothes and suffering from the Rudolph Red Nose syndrome all the way through the Christmas season? Well, all you have to do in this case is get as far away from the cold weather and as closer you can get to the southern parts of the US. Of course, a place like Australia and the Caribbean could be even better, but considering this is holiday season, I’m assuming you... [ read more ]
