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Boat Trip In Sozopol Bulgaria

Boat Trip In Sozopol Bulgaria

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Boat Trip In Sozopol Bulgaria

Of all the holidays I have been on.   I always remember the boat  trip we had in Sozopol.  It was a lovely sunny day we all got on the boat.  Alot of people where sitting having a beer before we finally sailed off away from the shore.

Boat Trip In Sozopol Bulgaria

Boat Trip In Sozopol Bulgaria

We sailed off and came back just as the sun was starting to set, what an amazing day.

I have been to Sozopol many times and I would highly recommend it :-).  It reminds me quite a lot of another place called The Old City Of  Nessebar.  Not too far away from Sunny Beach in Bulgaria.

When walking around the centre of Sozopol you can see looking at many of the buildings.That they have been around for hundreds of years.

In fact if you continue to walk down the pier on your right hand side (when Facing The Water) At the very end you will come to a Greek Restaurant which is also surely worth a visit.

The Seaviews are nice and the food is 100% Authentic with a typical Greek Restaurant Atmosphere..

Old House In Sozopol

Old House In Sozopol

As you walk around the centre of Sozopol you will come across lots of ornament shops, places that sell Bulgarian Banitsa (Filo Pastries With Feta Cheese Yogurt and in some cases spinach)

Ice cream shops and traditional Bulgarian Coffee shops (yes in Bulgaria drinking coffee is a huge pass time thing to do)

So if you are just looking for an nice relaxing outing just to chill out enjoy the friendly local restaurants or just enjoy the good life while lazing around or lying by the sea..

Not forgetting  all the cool historic buildings you will get to visit in the process.

 

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Zrće Beach, Croatia’s Hedonistic Party Mecca

Jack Van Toorn  —  4:05 pm

Although the bank if islands to the West of Croatia maintain a reputation for youth tourism, nothing comes close to the Island of Pag, that has fast become a Mecca for the alcohol infused sun worshipping European party scene. The island itself could be described as a barren rocky outcrop, grey with slate ridges fairly inhospitable to farm animals and greenery. One may notice that as they explore Pag they come face to face with the occasional sheep road block and can spot skinny mountain goats grazing on what little grassland the island sustains, the reson for this is simply that sheep and goats can live anywhere, deserts, cliffs, volcanos … anywhere.

The long narrow island sports a few small towns, Pag town is a quaint spot, they sell a lot of cheese known as Paksi Sir and are famous for their Pag Island lamb chops flavored through time due to the sheep living on heavily sea salted grass, not a lot goes on in Pag town, and I like it that way. Much like the northern town on Novalja actually, where also very little happens, for the most part many shops stay closed over the bitter winter months, or reduce their stock to bread, cheese and essentials … but then comes the summer!

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Oh what happened? Novalja is packed with sexy sexy girls and the air is thick with hormones, the market stalls replace their daily essentials with party essentials and the public transport system wakes up for the first time in eight months offering hourly trips across the island to the clubbing hotspot known as Zrće beach.

The beaches on Pag island are plentiful but relatively quiet and hold onto that local ‘don’t live here don’t surf here’ arrogance, where the rural people of Pag can live out their lives quite unaffected by the excess of party culture erupting in the once hidden cove of Simun, local Croatians born to the Island of Pag are called Pagellians … ahem, by me…. and now, by you. So now I’ll bring you to Zrće, a very different scene, aside from its lack of a cashpoint (a warning not worth ignoring) this strip of pebbles has everything a maniacal party-head would want, mega size open air beach clubs line the join between rock and beach as party boats dock daily delivering hundreds of revelers straight to their doors. Drinks are served in large vase like vessels blistering with multicolored straws, transparent of course to show off the vibrant cocktails concocted by the beautiful bar staff at club Papaya and Aquarius, the largest venues on Zrće (pronounced Zer-che if this was bothering you).

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Take a stroll into these hedonistic havens and you will be greeted with free shots and the impressively white teeth of the bikini clad reps as they motion to the equally white pleather seating. There is no pressure to buy as you take it all in, intoxicated partygoers splash in the numerous indoor pools as semi famous DJ’s scratch away overhead in a suspended glass stage … then to top it all off somebody drops in, upside down, from what seems like nowhere … that’s right, club Papaya has a bungee jump crane directly overhead!

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Magnificent medieval Montecatini-Terme

Sharon Preston  —  10:00 am

Whilst visiting Montecatini in Italy, Sharon Preston explored its old medieval town, Montecatini-Alto. This is what she discovered

Montecatini_AltoOne of the highlights of my visit to Montecatini-Terme in Italy this summer was exploring the Viale Verde in the medieval town of Montecatini-Alto. It’s also known as the Vialone dei Bagni and along this street there are a number of sights worth exploring.

The town is actually very small, and all of its sights are located in the same area, on the main street, the Viale Verde, which made it really easy to see everything important. One of the most famous sights here is the Palazzino Regia, a sober looking building that used to be the summer residence of the Medici family. Also located in the street we discovered the Royal Park, which is opposite the Town Hall. Here we can visited the War Memorial, a fine monument created by Giuseppe Petroni.

montecatini termeWe also spent some time exploring the Town Hall, which is located on the right-hand side of the Viale Verdi. It was built between 1913 and 1919 and is located where the Grand Ducal stables once stood. The Viale Verdi provided the city with a centre and this is also where the city’s civic representative was located. This was a way for the city to show that it was thriving and successful.

Also located on this main thoroughfare is the Padiglione dei Sali, or Pavilion of Salts, which is at the entrance of the Verdi Theatre. This fascinating sight used to be a kiosk where salts were sold in the early 20th Century. Today it’s home to a number of different businesses.

Viale Verde leads all the way from the town’s main square, called Piazza Popolo to the spas and the Royal Park located along one side of it. The other side of the street is lined with a number of different shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as two different theatre, a tourist office and the historic Gran Café Gambrinus, a lively café that we spent some time at. We sat there at a table on the pavement, people-watching and enjoying some refreshment. It was great fun!

montecatini2There is certainly a lot to explore on this historic main street, and I suggest that you really take your time discovering its magic. We learned a lot about the Dei Medici family and explored their ancient castle as well as the magnificent park and the Town Hall. We even went shopping at the historic Pavilion of Salts. Montecatini-Alto is a charming medieval town and I recommend spending the day or at least a morning exploring its delights.

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Butterflies in Italy – Montecatini-Terme

Sharon Preston  —  10:00 am

villa-garzoni-garden-twoOn a recent trip to Italy, Sharon Preston visited the magnificent butterfly-filled garden surrounding the ancient Villa Garzoni in Montecatini Terme

One of the most popular sights in Montecatini Terme is the magnificent garden that surrounds the ancient Villa Garzoni, a palace built by the Garzoni family during the 17th Century. The gardens are famous all over Europe as they are quite spectacular and feature a number of water features, terraces, geometrical flowerbeds, staircases and statues. They are also home to some of the most beautiful butterflies I have ever seen.

In fact, the exquisite gardents are one of the gardens’ main attractions and whilst you’re exploring, you’ll see hundreds of them flying around. There are around 800 butterfly species from all over the world found in the gardens, and they all live in the Collodi Butterfly House, which was the first Butterfly House to be established in Italy. It was opened in 2007 by the Carlo Collodi Foundation, hence its name.

butterflyThe Butterfly House contains different habitats that mimic the temperatures and terrain of various regions around the world, including the Amazon, the tropical African jungle and Indo-Australian regions. And there in the Butterfly House, these exquisite specimens breed, feed and court each other, just like they do in their own habitats.

The Butterfly House is actually a garden within the magnificent Garzoni Garden, and it contains special rare plants that duplicate the eco-systems and natural habitat of the various butterflies. When we visited, we learned everything there is to know about butterflies and saw every one of the butterfly’s developmental stages, including eggs, caterpillars, pupae and butterflies. We also saw a number of exquisite butterflies up close, some with wings boasting the most extraordinary colours and patterns.

villa garzoniIt was so fascinating to explore another world inhabited by such fragile, beautiful creatures. We learned that butterflies actually have a complex pattern of social behaviour and found out all about how they socialise and interact! The Butterfly House also contains a centre where rare species of insects and ants are displays. But I found the butterfly displays the most fascinating, and I spent most of the time I was there watching them.

butterfly houseI was amazed at the amount of detail and work that went into creating the exact eco-systems necessary for the butterflies to survive. These butterflies require special mineral salt nourishment in the soil, as well as particular plants that produce flowers that will nourish them, and the correct lighting, shade and temperature. It’s all very complicated, actually. But it was worth all the work that they have put in. To see these magnificent creatures up close, enjoying their home, was something I will never forget.

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Agrigento’s medieval castle

Sharon Preston  —  10:00 am

Naro Castle 1On a recent trip to Sicily, Sharon Preston visited the magnificent Naro Castle that dates all the way back to the Middle Ages

Naro is a picturesque area in the province of Agrigento on the island of Sicily which we explored at leisure one day on a recent visit to the island. The town of Naro itself has been around since the Middle Ages and we enjoyed a visit to its medieval castle, which is located on a site that dates all the way back to Roman times. When the town was founded, the district of Naro was an important centre in the region, so it has a lot of historic significance.

In the present day, Naro is an agricultural centre, but its ancient castle remains as a reminder of days gone by. It was built in the 14th Century by the famous Italian Chiaramonte family – for this reason it’s also known as Castle Chiaramontano. And the hill on which it is located, which has been inhabited since Roman times, used to be called Mount Agragante.

naro1Although the castle has been refurbished and remodeled over the centuries, we were able to see some of the original parts of the structure, including the walls with battlements and the square tower built by Frederick the Second of Aragon. On the tower’s eastern side are two typical Gothic mullioned windows that light up the interior of the great Prince Hall, which is located on the first floor of the tower. And seeing the great hall was truly a highlight of my visit there.

The entrance is a pointed arch flanked on either side by a rectangular bastion and inside the walls is a large courtyard with a well in the centre. Underneath it is a large carved cistern that was sometimes used as a prison. In its heyday, the courtyard also contained accommodation for the garrison, a chapel and stables.

There’s quite a lot to see inside the castle, which was declared a national monument in 1912. It’s been magnificently restored and two levels of the Aragonese Tower are home to a museum and a restoration workshop which we enjoyed exploring at leisure. In the museum itself I particularly enjoyed seeing displays of dresses worn by local noblewomen between the 19th and early 20th Centuries.

naro viewWe also got to see the boundary wall and walk along the ramparts – and I must tell you, the view from up there is quite spectacular, so make sure you have your camera on hand. And then we explored the interior of the castle, which was great fun. All in all, we had a great time exploring this ancient castle and I highly recommend it to anyone who is visiting Sicily this summer.

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Sicilian Gem – Palazzo Trigona

Sharon Preston  —  10:00 am

trigona1Whilst exploring Sicily recently, Sharon Preston discovered some magnificent castles. The Palazzo Trigona was her favourite

One of the highlights of my visit to Sicily was visiting the ancient Palazzo Trigona, located in Piazza Armerina, also known as Piazza Duomo, because this is where the town’s cathedral is located. The Trigona family, who built the palace as their home, chose this location, because they were also responsible for building much of the Duomo themselves. In fact, there’s a statue of the member of the Trigona family who built the Duomo in the centre of the square. Aside from the castle you’ll also find an art gallery in the square that boasts some paintings by famous artists including Caravagggio, Carlo Dolic, Faggini and Canaletto. It’s well worth exploring once you’ve finished exploring the castle.

The castle, which was built between the 18th and 19th Centuries, has recently been restored to its former glory and is now used as an hotel. The hotel offers a choice of 13 rooms and two suites and its guests include people from all over the world who come to stay here, to relax and step back in time to a more glamorous, elegant era.

trigona3Palazzo Trigona is located less than a kilometer from the town’s famous archaeological sites, so it’s the ideal base from which to explore. The hotel’s public areas are particularly beautiful, and we explored those at leisure, including a living room with a fireplace and a small library. I think that next time I visit Sicily I’d like to escape the busy tourist sights on the island and stay in this beautiful old palace. It would be the perfect place to get away from it all in old-world surrounds.

The setting is quite magnificent, with lots of lush trees around the building and although we did spend time exploring the grounds, I would love to come and stay there and be able to enjoy many leisurely walks discovering the magic of the surroundings as well as enjoying some horse riding and mountain climbing.

trigona4The main façade of the palazzo is quite spectacular, with a series of large windows and the balcony above them. It’s an excellent example of 18th Century architecture. And if you are lucky and the hotel is not fully booked, you may be able to explore some of the hotel rooms as well as the public areas. That would give you an idea of how much fun it would be to stay at such a stunning hotel.

trigona2And if you do book a room there, perhaps I’ll see you there next summer, when I enjoy the luxury of staying in a famous ancient palace in the heart of Sicily. I can imagine no better way to enjoy la dolca vita.

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Beaches to explore in Malta

Sharon Preston  —  2:30 pm

Malta beachThe island of Malta offers a variety of different beaches to suit every taste, whether you enjoy lazing in the sun, or taking part in various water sports, such as windsurfing, jetskiing, waterskiing and wakeboarding, as well as pedalo boats, parasailing and kayaking. On this resort island, you’ll find popular beaches filled with holidaymakers, and ones further afield that are best kept secrets just waiting to be uncovered.

A number of beaches in Malta offer excellent swimming. Two of the safest swimming beaches are the man-made sand beach called Bugibba Perched Beach and St Georges Bay, right next to Paceville. For the best swimming on the island, head for Ghain Tuffieha or Riviera Bay in the north-west of the island. This secluded sandy beach forms part of a string of bays that all offer excellent swimming opportunities. Golden Bay is Malta’s largest and most popular beach and there’s also Qawra Point, a small sand and rock beach next to the Qawra promenade, which is not only great for swimming but also popular for snorkeling.

In fact, snorkeling is very popular all over Malta, particularly at Golden Bay, Paradise Bay, Gnejna, St Paul’s Bay and Comino’s Blue Lagoon. One can purchase or rent snorkeling equipment around the island, and if you would like a guided snorkeling adventure, you can hire a trained guide to help you explore Malta’s magical underwater world.

If you’re really adventurous and want to explore deeper, there are numerous scuba diving opportunities available. Malta is known for its historical shipwrecks, and there are other sites you can explore to see a variety of marine life. Diving excursions are offered all over the island, and you can easily rent the equipment when you book a day excursion.

The best place to go waterskiing is the area around Gnejna Bay on Malta’s north-west coast, as well as St Julian’s, Qawra and Little Armier Bay on the northern tip of Malta. The island is also a paradise for windsurfers, who flock to Mellieha Bay, Ghallis Rock near St Julian’s and St Thomas Bay.

Jet skiing to explore Malta’s coastline is also very popular and the best way to discover secluded beaches and caves that are only accessible from the sea. The best places to jet ski are St Julian’s and Mellieha.

Sea kayaking is also very popular and enables one to explore the coastline in a canoe. Golden Bay and Mellieha Bay are very popular choices for this.

Although the waters are very calm around Malta, there are a few areas where beginners and experienced surfers can enjoy the sport. The most popular are Golden Bay, Mellieha Bay, Imgiebah, St Thomas, and Ghain Tuffieha. However, if you’re planning to surf here, you will need to bring your surfboard with you.

Another popular adventure is sailing around the island. You can rent a boat for the day and explore the spectacular coastline, which is a treasure trove of hidden bays, secluded beaches and caves just waiting to be explored.

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How to Find Cheap Travel Packages to Caribbean

justine123  —  10:00 am

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Caribbean region comprises of the Caribbean Sea, more than 7000 islands, islets, reefs and cays. This region is an immensely popular tourist destination. There are many opportunities for entertainment like scuba diving, sailing, etc.

If you reside in North America, South America or Southern Europe, this is a great region to seek cheap travel packages. You can find really attractive seasonal deals.

Here are some tips on how to find cheap travel packages to the Caribbean region.

The first step is to decide on the mode of transportation. You can travel by sea or air. Packages club travel and hotel expenses. In fact travel aggregate sites like kayak.com, airlines, cruise lines and Caribbean-only websites offer cheap travel packages to the region. They are separated into cruise and vacation package (air travel) sections.

The next step is to choose the location. You may choose from three different regions: The Western Caribbean (Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti, etc), the Eastern Caribbean (Barbados, Grenada, Trinidad & Tobago, etc), and the Southern Caribbean (Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao). The greater the distance from your home, the more the cost for you.

It is advisable to schedule your travel in line with Caribbean seasons and travels. June through December is the wet season; and January through May is the dry season. You will get cheap travel packages if you book your trip outside the peak travel times. Carnival is during the months February, May and June. It is be more expensive during these months. June to November is the hurricane season. You will get cheap travel packages during these months; however it is advisable to check for cancellation policies.

It is advisable to visit locations that speak your language. The United Kingdom offers better deals to British islands. Similarly France offers great deals to French Caribbean Islands. Caribbean islands that use the Euro are more expensive than those that use Eastern Caribbean dollar and other currencies. Anguilla, Grenadines and the islands of St. Barts attract more celebrities and are usually more expensive than other locations.

You will get good deals on http://www.groupon.com/getaways. It is advisable to use the services of aggregate travel search engines like Travelocity, Expedia, Priceline, Orbitz and Hotwire. They enable you to look for a specific destination on a specific date. It is a good idea to click on last minute deals. Costco.com offers excellent cruise packages to the region. If you are traveling with your family, go for all-inclusive packages. Compare offers before deciding. Cheapcaribbean.com has many hotel and flight packages for the region. You may customize by selecting the number of adults, seniors and children.

It is a good idea to book using a credit card. If hotel, airline or any other service goes out of business, your will get your money back. Credit cards usually offer travel insurance. Check for this before you travel. Websites like TripAdvisor has reviews from visitors. Read them. It will help you to decide if the location is right for you.

The above-mentioned tips will help you get excellent cheap travel packages to the Caribbean region. If you use these tips, you will not only enjoy your holiday, but also save money.

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Best places to visit in Europe

justine123  —  6:47 pm

If you are wondering which are the best places to visit in Europe, you have reached the right place. Europe has around 50 nations and is the birthplace of Western culture. Each nation has something unique to offer its tourists.

Various cities in Europe are well connected to other parts of the world by air. Here is a brief overview of the top tourist attractions in Europe.

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Eiffel Tower

Eiffel Tower is the most visited paid monument in the world. This awesome iron lattice tower is considered a global cultural icon of France. It is in fact the tallest structure in Paris.

The Louvre

The Louvre is a famous museum is Paris. If you are interested in art, you must visit the Louvre. It is a central landmark of Paris and a great historic monument. Around 35,000 objects are exhibited here.

Sagrada Familia

This large Roman Catholic Church is located in Barcelona, Spain. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi, this church is still under construction.

Saint Basil’s Cathedral

This is a former church in Red Square, Moscow, Russia. The building is a popular museum today. Its unique shape is attractive. It has the shape of a bonfire rising into the sky.

The Colosseum

Also known as the Flavian Amphitheater, this structure is located at the center of Rome. It was the largest amphitheater of the Roman Empire and is the largest amphitheater in the world.

The Acropolis In Greece (Athens)

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Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is located in the City of Westminster and is the official residence of the monarchy of the UK. Queen Victoria was the first monarch to reside in Buckingham Palace.

Leaning Tower of Pisa

This freestanding bell tower is located in the Italian city of Pisa. The top of the tower is displaced horizontally 3.9 meters from where it would be if the tower were to be perfectly vertical.

Tower of London

This historic castle is located on the north bank of the River Thames in Central London. It is in fact a complex of many buildings set within two concrete rings of defensive walls and a moat.

How to travel in Europe?

Driving yourself around Europe is both an exciting and an expensive affair. You may consider air travel. The rise of low cost airlines has made air travel an affordable proposition. You will also save time. Europe has excellent rail network. It is also the most romantic way to travel in Europe. It you are keen on traveling by bus, you may consider Euroline. Their buses connect 500 destinations across the continent. Walking or cycling across the continent enables you to soak up its diversity.

Travel safely

Europe is considered to be safer than the US. However it is a good idea to take care of yourself. Avoid bar fights. Keep your belongings safe. Beware of pickpockets, especially if you are in Rome, Florence and Barcelona. Avoid cardboard gypsies.

Visit to Europe is bound to be a memorable, enriching and an entertaining experience. The above-mentioned locations are the best places to visit in Europe and attract travelers from all over the world.

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