Posts Tagged ‘travel’
The story goes that Berne was born in the twelfth century, at the express wish of Berthold V, Duke of Zahringen, who liked the place for their hunting value. The name of this city seems to be related to the word bear (Bar), which is that Berne is related to this animal, as it is integrated into your shield. In 1353 joined the Helvetic Confederation occupying the eighth position at the time medieval towns were made of wood and was often ravaged by fire will result, as happened in 1405.
What we see in this beautiful city? To begin we will say that his plan is simple, an elongated street runs through this mountain surrounded by the river, the rest is done in parallel by communicating with each other through streets. The vast majority of its streets are known for their strong arcades, where people wander walking or shopping. We encourage you to travel to this city, you can find flights to Bern at amazing prices.
Another feature of this city is that in rain or snow, it’s easy to walk by it and to be run without an umbrella, cobbled streets, traditional buildings, beautiful fountains and ancient towers make this city a nice set.
Slovenia may not be for many a first class tourist destination, especially due to ignorance of this country. And we emphasize the lack of knowledge in tourism because, with the many attractions offered, if I had the greatest impact would be a boom.
Its capital, Ljubljana, is a typical city might be considered almost fairy tale. Its historic center, a cluster of medieval squares and narrow streets, interesting monuments appears transfixed. His character baroque and modern are two of its major hallmarks.
You can Subiros first to Ljubljana Castle, built in the thirteenth century, to enjoy the magnificent views. It is from here where we began our little tour that will make us better understand this small, but at the same time, big city.
- Ljubljana Castle
According to legend, the dragon slain by St. George, lived on the hill where the castle is. From the center of the city can reach the fortress, built in the thirteenth century, aboard a cable car. Its present appearance dates from the late fifteenth century, although its main tower was built in 1848. The view from its height are wonderful, and contains, among other events, the Ljubljana Summer Festival. It is the symbol of the city.
- Historic center of Ljubljana
Beautiful maze of squares and streets, surrounded by baroque buildings and other monuments. Interestingly also mixes modern elements such as the skyscraper Neboticnik, 70 meters high. To visit the Town Hall, located in the Main Square (heart of the city), Cyril and Methodius Square where we see the cathedral, the Plaza Preseren and nearby Sunday market and various bridges. Read the rest of this entry »
The romantic getaways are the best thing that can happen to a married life, and we can not take that long without noticing a small quirk in the face to enrich our world view and enjoy your partner the most. People do not break out of it believe that is very expensive, but if we do well is just the opposite.
We need not spend a fortune every time we make a getaway, and is simply the money to travel and have more than enough, since we can bring food from home, for example.
The topic of breaks is very curious, especially in winter. At this time people do not normally do this kind of breaks due to cold, but it should be quite the opposite. At this time we find something not in the rest of the year: snow.
We must take advantage of periods of snow and get to enjoy them, because the rest of the year are not going to do it the same way. In the next article we’ll see what are the best places to enjoy a day of snow, taking into account all the Spanish geography.
Renfe is in the eye of the storm because of a complaint launched by the Association of Users of the High Speed ??for the Madrid- Ciudad Real -Puerto Llano explaining that the company intends to conduct a ” covert rise ” in prices passages of users who have subscriptions to travel this stretch.
Thus, the price increase by 8% and begin to be felt from next August. Thus, passengers who had paid subscriptions, finally, similar to prices charged in the train. That is not count on any benefit.
In that regard, the Association explained that this increase is not official is a way to make users pay for the losses that Renfe has had on other lines.
Then, the organization’s own words are: ” can not afford mistakes and adventures of the company failed projects such as the AVE Toledo -Cuenca -Albacete, who had to close for lack of passengers and that has meant losses to the company. ” Read the rest of this entry »
As part of the proximity to the travel agents ‘Your second family NH’, the chain offers free access to pools of their establishments in this group during the summer.
- Working in the city will be more pleasant in cities like Madrid, Barcelona, ??Valencia, Palma de Mallorca and Cordoba among others, thanks to the 24 pools that NH Hotels offers travel agents
- To enjoy these exclusive benefits, enrollment in the program can be done free through the microsite.
NH Hoteles continues to approach professionals to travel agencies through new shares of its proximity program ‘Your second family NH’, which aims to acknowledge and reward relationship of mutual collaboration. The chain, knowing how hard to work during the summer when the vacation is widespread, it has been proposed to ease the journey of the actors in the traditional holiday season. Thus, these professionals will enjoy free access to the outdoor pools of NH. Read the rest of this entry »
Puerto Vallarta is a wonderful Mexican city led by the blue Pacific Ocean and is supported by the lush, green tropical Sierra Madre Occidental. The people are friendly, charming, attentive and helpful. The moment you set foot in Puerto Vallarta, there has come to a truly beautiful and unique.
The village is divided into two sections, the Old Town Center, both with their own special qualities. One of my recommendations is that when you arrive in Puerto Vallarta, be sure to take full advantage of the two areas. They have charm clearly separated.
Center is the new part of town, consisting of a boardwalk that stretches wonderful good length of the city, and continues down the beach area of the old town. At night, you will find a variety of free entertainment including music, magic, fireworks, and more. Center also has wonderful shops and restaurants. Not to mention the clubs open until the fun ends. The Zocalo is the area generally located in the center of the city. Read the rest of this entry »
This time we’ll talk about TV shows and movies travel. Let’s start by mentioning the 1000 program places to see before you die, a documentary series that explores different cultures of countries. These programs broadcast in 2007, can be found on DVD. Some of the destinations of the series were Alaska, Australia, Brazil, France, Hawaii, Italy, Cambodia, Canada, India, Mexico, Nepal, Peru and South Africa.
Also worth mentioning the case of 180 ° South, a documentary film d 2010, directed by Chris Malloy, which covers a journey from Ventura, California to Patagonia in Chile. The film mimics the trip by Yvon Chouinard and Doug Tompkins in 1968.
Chanel Travel program, Holiday incredible, is a documentary series based on dream houses to stay when traveling around the world. Here we saw tree houses, house lights, among others.
Finding Farley is a documentary in 2009 that goes behind the literary footsteps of the Canadian writer Farley Mowat in Canada. It is a journey on foot across 1,500 kilometers. It is worth mentioning that the film won Best Film at the 2010 Festival Banff Mountain Film.
Journey to Mecca: In the Footsteps of Ibn Battuta is a document that is awarded on the first journey made by the Islamic scholar Ibn Battuta, from Morocco to Mecca in 1325. The film also has current images of Muslim pilgrimages. The film was made ??in Morocco and Saudi Arabia.