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Portrush is considered to be Northern Ireland's premier seaside resort. Located on the beautiful North Antrim coast, over 6000 people live in the town but during the summer, visitor numbers swell the population to thousands more. Many generations have fond memories of visiting Portrush on a sunny day, enjoying an ice cream on the beach or a ride at the amusements. The oldest part of the town is built on a mile long peninsula, extending into the North Channel Sea. During sunny weather, the beaches located on either side of the town become the most popular attractions, for sunbathing and swimming. Activities Portrush provides opportunities for many sporting activities, the most famous being golf and...

Similar to its colourful and precious gems and stones, Brunei has the abundant attractions in terms of exotic and one of a kind tourist spots. It has all the variations of ancient reserves and ancient treasures. It has a number of untamed and untainted ancient beauties. Let us explore the Kampong Ayer or the Water Village. Kampong Ayer is often described by early European visitors as the Venice of the East. The traditional and historic houses on stilts that span the greater part of the Brunei River are fascinating. Home to about 30, 000 people, the Kampong Ayer is accessible by boat or via wooden bridges from the houses in Kampong Ayer, they are joined by a maze of inert-connecting wooden walkways...

Ok...I know I am a foodie and have travelled quite a bit and been to lot many places but the one city which is always an extension of mine is undoubtedly New York. I am proud to wear my Nike NY cap and cheer my Basketball team without fail. I have been to almost all the food joints, restaurants, pubs and bars located in Manhattan and I must say they all are pretty good considering this age of twittering and Face book wherein if you fail once your name pops up on all the social networking websites with negative comments. This is a welcome change becoz ultimately we the customers become the king as shoddy service or bad quality food can easily land the owners into trouble. But the one place which has...

Located on the north side of the city, the Crestview neighborhood offers a peaceful atmosphere and charming homes. When established in the late 1940s, it was on the outskirts of Austin - now, it's considered a more central location that gives residents the conveniences they need while being a reasonable distance from downtown. The neighborhood is bordered by Anderson Lane to the north, Lamar Boulevard to the east, Burnet Road to the west, and Justin Lane to the south. Residents will be 15 minutes from downtown and 10 minutes from the Arboretum. A stroll through Crestview will reveal tree-lined streets and several parks, as well as ranch and American-bungalow style homes that were built in the 1950s...

Bonham Strand West Street, Aberdeen and Cheung Chau Island are interesting places that tourists should not miss. Hong Kong has its city planning and the dried seafood centre located in Sheung Wan, Bonham Strand West Street. They sell a large variety of dried seafood and they are mainly identified as specialty shops that sell only one kind of variety. And of course, they are the expert in this trade-from the choice of getting the dried seafood to its preparation and its usage. Some of them are medicinal herbs and hence Bonham Strand West Street also earned itself a nickname as the Ginseng Alley. You can find almost all the dried seafood there such as dried sea cucumbers, abalones, sharks fin, fish...

Introduction Ooty which is a part of Tamil Nadu, South India is by far one of the most sought after and beautiful hill stations of the south. It is no wonder why it is popularly also called as the 'queen of hill stations'. Known to very few, Ooty was originally called Udhagamadalam and sometimes even Ootacamund. Ooty is only a short form for Ootacamund. Ooty is located at a height of about 8000 feet above sea level and is a part of the famous Nilgiri mountain ranges in south India. Just like many other hill stations in India, Ooty was also founded by the British in the beginning of the 19th century. The place had served as a summer retreat for the British in the old days. The weather is mostly...

Tourists flock to Japan for many reasons. Some want to admire the cherry blossoms, rice paddies, futuristic cities, and ancient ways of a rich culture; but for others Japan represents adventure. Rather than just observe, they leap right into the rugged landscapes, hiking lofty peaks, skiing through fresh powder snows, and plunging down waterfalls in rubber rafts. Japan's secrets are still being revealed to foreigners, who little by little, are catching on that the land of the rising sun has something for everyone. Off the normal travel circuit for foreigners, Miyazaki-ken has a lot to offer, and in the hot summer months the cool breezes and deep blue seas become very appealing. The coastline of...

Tampa has some interesting history with Ybor City. While walking around this beautiful and quaint part of town check out the Ybor City Museum. Ybor City was once an old factory town. There is a guided tour that visitors can catch that will shed light on the interesting history of being a cigar factory town filled with social clubs and residents hanging out of their shotgun style houses. This makes for some really great stories of good times and hard times. The museum itself is located in the old Ferlita Bakery building, a Mediterranean style garden and an old replica of a cigar worker's house. There are many special exhibits that focus on many of the immigrants that came to live and work in this...

For people who are looking for a cozy, relaxing, and homey dining facility, they can always try Jonjans Restaurant. This simple Baguio restaurant is exactly located at 231 Magsaysay Avenue, which serves tasty Filipino cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Add to that, it also serves some international dishes to cater to a wider range of customers. For as little as 100 pesos to 200 pesos, people can order at least two or three of the in-house specialties, plus a choice between ice-cold drinks and hot beverages. For breakfast, there is nothing more relaxing than to order cups of warm coffee to fight off the chilling weather in the area. Jonjans Restaurant in Baguio City also serves snacks...

Unlike the Mumbaikars and Bangalorean, Delhites are well known across the globe as true foodies. It is said that when the people of Mumbai and Bangalore, partying hard or boozing, at that time Delhites engage themselves in their most adorable activity ie. "eating". Delhi, the political and bureaucratic capital of India is also popular as a "paradise for food lovers". As because Delhi has no dearth of fantastic eating zones. Be it Indian delicacies or Continental cuisines or tempting street foods, Delhi has every thing that can suites the pocket size of every individual. Delhites are great food lovers and beside gorging on the low calorie cuisines of Five-star Hotels and restaurants, they love to...

Even though Boston is a waterfront city, its location on a harbor means that you need to go beyond the downtown area to find Boston beaches for swimming. No problem - you'll find a number of terrific sandy beaches within a short subway ride away. Three of the best are Carson Beach in South Boston, Savin Hill Beach in Dorchester, and Revere Beach just north of the city in Revere. Carson Beach is one of 4 adjacent beaches that look out onto beautiful Dorchester Bay. It's part of an uninterrupted swath of shoreline that extends down from Castle Island at the tip of a lagoon that's been a favorite site for Sunday strolls since the 19th century. Carson Beach has recently been upgraded with new sand...

As the most populated city in the southwest, Bristol definitely has plenty of things to recommend itself to visitors and tourists. If you're planning a holiday to the area, it would help to know a few interesting facts about Bristol. Below, we present you with ten fascinating facts that you probably didn't know about Bristol. - Bristol received its Royal Charter in the year 1155. If you're planning on staying at a Bristol hotel, you'll find plenty of historic things to see and do; after all, it's been around for more than 800 years! - Many famous people were born in Bristol. Some have become obscure over the years, but a few of the more recognisable names include Cary Grant, Michael Redgrave, and...

There are many popular tourist destinations across the United States for UK travellers to fall in love with. Families often head towards Florida for the fabulous attractions and theme parks. New York is also very popular, with all types of travellers flocking to visit one of the most vibrant cities in the world. Shopaholics tend to choose holidays in Los Angeles where they can recreate the lives of their favourite A-list celebs. However, one place in America that has been consistently favoured by tourists is Las Vegas, the resort where people find themselves returning year on year. The city of Vegas has something special about it that is hard to put your finger on. People who haven't visited before...

Conducting a Google search on the phrase Public Transport Italy will indicate that public transportation in Italy is not hard to come by. Overall, it is relatively easy to get around the country due to its superb rail system. However, depending on the town which you plan on visiting, there may or may not be a train. It thus helps to review all of the public transportation options available in Italy before visiting the popular European vacation destination. The main modes of public transportation in Italy include train, bus, taxi, and ferry boat. Train service is available throughout most of Italy, and it is a particularly economical and efficient way to get around when touring big cities like Rome...

Lonavala is the most wanted monsoon picnic location of Mumbaikars and Puneits. This city is at a stature of 620 meters above the level of the sea. It is two hours and thirty minutes away from Mumbai, and an hour away from Pune. It takes 1 hour and 30 minutes to get to Lonavala via local trains from Pune. There are also 2 cinema theaters here. Places worth seeing here includes Nagpani, Bhushi Dam, Duke's Nose, Kune Point, Rajmachi Point, Rye-wood Park, Khandala Dari, Tungarli Lake, Tiger's Leap, Yoga Institute, Valvan Dam, Bhusir Lake, Ghambirnath Caves, and I.N.S. Shivaji which is a Navy Tranning Center. The Lonavala Chikki is the native delicacy here. It tastes sweet. Make sure you bring home some...

There are few things more beautiful the spiral stairs and curved stairs. They often have elegant lines with a graceful ascension. Some say the earliest known spiral stair case was built in 480-470 BC at Temple A in the Greek Colony in Selinante, Sicily. There are many famous spiral staircases. The Round Tower in Copenhagen Denmark is less of a staircase and more of a ramp that rises to an observatory. It was commissioned in 1637 and is wide enough for carriages, as Tsar Peter the Great and Catharine I proved on a visit to Denmark. The Vatican museum has a double helix of some renown. It is often photographed. One of the most fascinating of all spiral staircases is the one in a small chapel in Santa...

I simply loved Edinburgh! You know, as much as I love ice cream. Like most big towns and cities of Scotland, at least those that I have seen, Edinburgh is also a perfect combination of the old and the new; the historical and the modern. Where you can see charming old streets and buildings, beautiful castles and oodles of natural beauty, you can also see high street fashion stores, sprawling supermarkets and great shopping malls and cine-plexes. Beauty and comfort in one place! I lived in Edinburgh for many months when my husband was posted there, and I think I will never forget it. Edinburgh is vast in terms of the places to visit and things to do, so perhaps it is better if I stick to what I loved...

Living in Mississauga is a great choice! You will find this lovely city in Southern Ontario. Since it is so close to Toronto, it is an incredibly popular location for a variety of reasons. You will find literally everything you need here. For one thing, it has the draw of a bustling city with the attraction of more rural areas. The Pearson International Airport is located right in Mississauga. Its proximity to Toronto means that you are a very close to popular city attractions. However, there are certain locations in Mississauga that will allow you to get away from it all. This really is the best of both worlds! It's also helpful to know that this city is known for being debt-free. This is a rarity...

While once located in Essex county, Romford became part of Greater London when it was created in 1965. At present, the suburban town - which is considered a large one - is thus located in East London. In addition it is Havering's principal settlement. Havering is a borough of London. Romford itself is near Chadwell Heath in the west; to the north, there is Collier Row; to the east, there is Gidea Park; and to the southeast, there is Hornchurch. Ever since 1247 and even still today, Romford is considered a market town. It actually holds exclusive rights which allows it to hold its markets over a decidedly large area - over six miles' worth, all told. Illford, a town located nearby, was thus kept from...

Seaside living in Ramsgate, Kent is sure to be an attraction for most anybody touring and sightseeing in the area. Located on the Isle of Thanet, Kent, the town is one of several coastal resorts that dot the county's landscape. In the 19th century, it was one of the greatest of English seaside resort towns. Today, with a population of about 40,000 people, it counts tourism and fishing as its main industries. The town itself has a lovely and large marina, offering slips to boaters and travelers from all over the world. It also has Port Ramsgate, which has been offering cross-channel ferrying for years. Views of the English Channel coastline are spectacular and memorable. Ramsgate began its life as a...

Venice is a great place to visit on a family holiday which is proved by the thousands of families who visit the city every year. When travelling with young children, it is very important to keep them occupied throughout the trip and as a result planning visits to several museums is probably not a good idea. This guide provides a list of some interesting attractions in Venice that are suitable for families with children of all ages. 1. Squero di San Trovaso - The Squero di San Trovaso is a boatyard which has been in existence since the 17th century. It is a great place to visit with children since it allows one to view the making of gondolas. This boatyard is next to the famous San Trovaso Church and...

Due to South Africa winning the world cup status, next year is going to be a battle accommodation wise. If it weren't for the Soccer 2010 World Cup in Cape Town you generally wouldn't have a problem finding accommodation during this period of time. All the ideal accommodation venues to stay are heading towards the "there's no room at the inn" status. I have outlined a few areas you may want to target if you are stuck in quest to find soccer 2010 world cup accommodation. And lets face it, if you haven't booked your accommodation at this stage, beggars really can't be choosers... First time visitors tend to only research and stick to the most well known areas because of fear of crime and lack of...

Considered a market town, Bishop's Stortford is located in the eastern portion of Hertfordshire, which is of course in England. It shares a border with the town of Essex and it is also located to the west of the well known M11 motor way. It is considered to be one of the best places to live in all of the United Kingdom. There are about thirty five thousand people living there. It took quite a while for the town of Bishop's Stortford to acquire any kind of significance in terms of history. In fact, this did not occur until the town became a Roman Settlement. Of course, this era ended with the fall of the Roman Empire. By the fifth century, the town was all but abandoned until the creation of a new...

The Christmas period is an undoubtedly cold season, when the nights are relatively longer and colder than the days. However, you can enjoy a relatively sunnier Christmas if you spend the holiday in Singapore. This is a very popular country as a tourist destination in general and Christmas festivity in particular. This island nation is composed of people from varied cultural backgrounds who are proud of their traditions. However, this does not segregate the people but just creates a rich cultural diversity that makes the Christmas celebrations even more enjoyable. Popular Christmas festivity sites in Singapore Although you will be able to enjoy your Christmas holidays from virtually anywhere in...

Have you ever been to a paradise? If you want to know what it looks like, I think Lijiang in the Yunnan province of China can perfectly define it. Whenever you want to run away from all the disturbing and unhappy things, or if you want to find a place to share happy hours with your lover, Lijiang definitely is a perfect place to go. Here, you can enjoy the most peaceful moments in your entire life. Above you is a blue sky with fluffy white clouds, and you can always hear birds singing. Walking in the street, you can see so many antique and historical buildings with national characteristics. It would make you feel like you are in an ancient city. Since this city is not one of those modern cities like...

Norway is a beautiful country with the numbers of tourists visiting increasing every year. Many now choose to stay in some of the picturesque holiday homes that are now available to rent from their owners. Over the last few years, the notion of Norway just being a winter holiday destination has been dispelled. It is still home to some fabulous ski chalets and self catering apartments as well as some quaint holiday farmhouses. In the summer months temperatures can reach as the 30's for many weeks and there are plenty of resorts where you can soak up the sun on quiet beautiful beaches. It is now possible to rent self catering cottages during the summer months. For lovers of hiking and the outdoor...

- The Aqua Dome For a fun-filled day out prepare for a splashing time in the superb Aqua Dome in Tralee which is one of the top tourist attractions in Co. Kerry. Be it the thrilling ride along the Sky High Flume slide, plunging down the Outdoor Falling Rapids, kicking back in the Lazy River or wrestling the River Rapids a few hours in the Aqua Dome has something to suit all ages, swimmers and non-swimmers. That's right, if there are any non-swimmers in the family you can have a fantastic time in the Games Zone or during the summer months you can enjoy the outdoor attractions of the Giant Slide, Bouncy Castle and Bungee Trampoline while the Remote Control Trucks & Boats are a really fun way to test...

Throughout the year Rome receives millions of tourists and while many of them are romantic couples and groups of adults, families form a large majority of the people that holiday in the city. There are many activities that exclusively cater to families in Rome and accommodation and food is also ideally suited to people with young children and elderly people. For families looking to holiday in the city of Rome, this article provides a guide to some of the best attractions in the city. 1. The Coliseum - This is one of the most famous landmarks in Rome best known for its history of battles between gladiators. The Coliseum is a great place for children and families to learn about the history of the city...

If it is your first time to come to Kampala, I know you will be confused on where to go for shopping. In this article I will guide you on different places on where to go for your shopping. Gone are the days when Kampala lacked essential item for sale but today it's booming with any item you have eve thought of. From home use items to automobiles, Kampala is a paradise to shoppers in east and central Africa, as a visit in Uganda you will never lack goods and services of your choice. Call them shopping malls, street markets vendors, supermarkets, whatever you call them, Kampala remains the hub of business in Uganda. Do you want Africa traditional handcrafts? Kampala has it all. With the prevalence of...

The Ramsbottom food and drink scene is surprisingly vibrant for a small village in Lancashire & Greater Manchester and an exciting collection for varied tastes is available. Ramsbottom business has been moving forward slowly over the last 15 years I have lived here, with the advent of the tourist trade at weekends following the East Lancashire Railway (ELR) Ramsbottom is a busy market village with great visual and shopping appeal. This list is from my personal experience, but also a popular choice based on other peoples reviews. 1. Buddha Lounge (Thai / Chinese) 01706 82 1821- 10-12 Railway Street, BL0 9AL One of the new breed of restaurant in Ramsbottom, upmarket food great atmosphere. 2. The...