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1). Eastern Russia – Vladivostok, Khabarovsk and Magadan With an incredibly large land mass, Russia is really many countries in one. In this article, we take a look at travel destinations in the Far East. Vladivostok A naval port city on the Pacific Ocean, Vladivostok has a passing resemblance to a run down San Francisco. Home to the Pacific Fleet of the Russian Navy, the city h... 2). Avila, Spain Madrid is a city almost without equal in Europe. If you need a break from it, you can take a day trip to Avila to catch a bit of fresh air and see some amazing sites. Avila, Spain Madrid has so much going on it is often hard to drag yourself away from. You will, however, eventually need a break. A day trip to Avila, a town... 3). Bird Watching Life Lists – Keeping A Record If you’re a birder, you want to keep a list of sightings when you bird watch. Your life lists should be kept in a bird watching journal. Life List A life list is a record of the species of birds you’ve sighted over time. Typically, the list is kept in a journal. Each entry notes the bird species, the date, location and any... 4). Delhi, India – A Mix of Old and New Like many cities in India, Delhi is packed to the gills with people. Delhi is unique, however, because it mixes the old with the new. New Delhi If you fly into Delhi, you will inevitably end up in New Delhi. This section of the city is very modern in relation to the rest of the country. Roads are wide and organized with s... 5). Rock Climbing Areas in KY – Kentucky At first glance, rock climbing in Kentucky may seem like a far fetched idea. Au contraire! Red River Gorge provides great rock climbing areas in KY. Rock Climbing Areas in KY – Kentucky Located in the Daniel Boone National Forest, the greater Red River Gorge area is over 26,000 acres. The Red River runs for approximately ... 6). Bird Watching Journals – Preserve Your Bird Watching Experiences Bird Watching is a great way to escape the rat race and be one with nature. Alas, your bird watching experiences can fade with time. The best way to prevent this is to keep a bird watching journal for your sightings and trips. Bird Watching Journals Take a minute to give some consideration to your most recent bird watching... 7). Antietam National Battlefield If you’re a history buff, Antietam National Battlefield is a national park you have to see. Antietam, of course, is a major civil war site. Antietam National Battlefield is simply huge. Located in the middle of Maryland, the national park is made up of over 3,255 acres of land. The geography of the area evolves from flat lands used for... 8). Bird Watching Mecca – 338 Species At Acadia National Park When it comes to birding, Acadia National Park is a mecca for sightings. The Park has 338 bird species, which is a record for any national park in the United States. The list of species includes such rare birds as the bald eagle, 23 warbler variations and falcons by the bushel load. If you’re looking to fill out your life list, Acadia is the place ... 9). Adrenaline Rafting Basics Rafting down rapids is a good way to get the old ticker clicking over at a high rate. Here is an overview of the basics of rafting down the rapids. Adrenaline Rafting Basics In the last 30 years, rapids rafting has gained massive popularity. People tend to go in groups for a family gathering, friends reuniting and even co... 10). Albania – Tirana, Korca, and Petrela Castle Located in Southeastern Europe, Albania is a country off of the beaten travel road. Of course, this makes Albania a great place to visit. Albania – History Albania is a Mediterranean country sitting on the coast of the Adriatic and Ionian seas. The country is bordered to the north by Serbia and Montenegro, Greece to the s... 11). Finding Places to Stay When Visiting Hong Kong Hong Kong is an eclectic mix of Chinese and British influences mixed with a massive amount of adrenaline. Fortunately, you can find places to stay when visiting Hong Kong without much problem. Finding Places to Stay When Visiting Hong Kong Hong Kong is both a modern and ancient city. First appearances reveal a modern metro... 12). Costa Rica – VW Vans and Crawling Things For better or worse, man has tamed Mother Nature in many countries. My general impression is this isn’t the case in Costa Rica. San Jose to Carrillo Roughly ten of us had decided to head to Costa Rica for a week to stay at a friend’s place just outside the beach town of Carrillo on the west coast. We flew into San Jose an... 13). Cheap Gift Ideas Regardless of whether you don’t want to spend a bundle or simply can’t, there are plenty of cheap gifts that will make people smile. Here’s a list of cheap gift ideas. Cheap Gift Ideas You can find all of the following cheap gift ideas online. Just search for the words in parentheses and you should find them. ... 14). Costa Rica – San Jose and Tamarindo Over the last ten years, the reputation of Costa Rica as a travel destination has grown leaps and bounds. Good places to visit include San Jose and Tamarindo. Costa Rica Located in Central America, Costa Rica is a country with a lot to offer. The country is unique because the costal areas present some of the nicest beache... 15). Christmas Gifts for Her – A Unique Approach The holidays are quickly approaching and that means you need to come up with Christmas gifts for her. Instead of stressing out, consider the following approach. Christmas Gifts for Her – Gift Ideas As the holidays approach, we are all subjected to a frustrating phenomenon. What the heck should I get for my wife, sister, m... 16). Costa Rica – Tales of the Guaro Every country has a unique beverage it claims as its own. In Costa Rica, the beverage of choice is Guaro. Beverages There is a certain national pride associated with claiming an alcoholic beverage. Think of Mexico and tequila immediately comes to mind. Vodka, of course, goes with Russia. Visit Greece and an ouzo headache c... 17). Female Gift Ideas The holidays are quickly approaching which means you need to start thinking of gift ideas for the females in your life. Here are a few female gift ideas. Female Gift Ideas Female sounds like a strange word to use in this article, but there really isn’t any other way to group moms, wives, girlfriends, sisters, daughters an... 18). Calcutta, India – More Than You’ve Heard Calcutta, India is a city known for having a serious poverty problem. While this is true, there is much more to the place. Calcutta Calcutta is a colonial city organized during the period of British rule, which means a great majority of it is only one to two hundred years old. Unfortunately, the upkeep in the city has bee... 19). A Day at the Summer Palace of Peter the Great For elegance and old world feel, St. Petersburg is by far the best Russian city. If you go, a visit to Peterhof, the summer palace of Peter the Great is a must. Peterhof As Tanya and I left St. Petersburg for Peterhof, I was in a foul mood. A pickpocket had cut through the bottom of my backpack and swiped my camera. The f... 20). Denmark – Copenhagen, Helsingor and Beverages Denmark is one of the hippest countries in Europe. Copenhagen is the center of activity with a lively evening scene, palaces and castles. If you’ve traveled to Denmark, you’ll understand when I immediately bring up the subject of bars. The Danish like to toss back a few when time permits. Time seems to permit a lot and a few beers oft... 21). Budapest, Hungary – An Incredible City Located in Eastern Europe, Hungary is diverse and beautiful country. The undisputed treasure of the country is Budapest. Budapest – A Tale of Three Cities Over 2,000 years old, Budapest is a large city containing traces of the various forces that have ruled it over time. Romans, Turks, Goths and many others have conquered ... 22). A Basic Overview of Kayaks and Kayaking Kayaking is growing in popularity. It is a sport with a lot of variations, which are covered below in this article. A Basic Overview of Kayaks and Kayaking At its core, kayaking is simply a method of propelling oneself through a body of water by using ones own power. A paddle is used to do this with the paddle usually hav... 23). Joshua Tree – Hiking Ryan Mountain With the onset of winter, hikers in California turn to Joshua Tree in the Mojave Desert. Hiking Ryan Mountain is good way to see an excellent summit view of the park. Joshua Tree – Ryan Mountain If you’re looking for the best view in Joshua Tree National Park, Ryan Mountain is the undisputed winner. Make it to the top and... 24). Jam Band Writing Journals – Track Your Shows Following jam bands is a blast because of the music, places you see and cool people you meet. Jam band journals are great ways to keep track of your shows. Jam Band Journals Undoubtedly, the Grateful Dead was the greatest jam band in history, but others such as String Cheese Incident have carried on the tradition. Whatever... 25). Argentina Travel - Buenos Aires, Mar del Plata, Iguazú Falls, Tierra del Fuego, and Patagonia Argentina is on the way back from the economic crisis of the last few years. If you are looking for a travel destination, Argentina is amazing and cheap. Economic Woes While Argentina has unlimited beauty, it also has unlimited corruption. The massive corruption finally lead to an economic crisis at the turn of the century... 26). Benefits of Journal Writing The benefits of journal writing are fairly well established due to the long history of journal writing. From Anne Frank to Di Vinci, journal writing has proven itself. Benefits of Journal Writing When considering the benefits of journal writing, it is important to set a few parameters. First, there is no age limit to usin... 27). Austria Off The Beaten Path – Zell am See, Innsbruck and Bad Gastein Mention Austria and everyone thinks of Vienna and Salzburg. In addition to great names, Zell am See, Innsbruck and Bad Gastein are great locations off the beaten path. Zell am See Zell…am…See. The name just rolls off the tongue, but it pails in comparison to the place. Often described as heaven on earth, Zell am See is a ... 28). Fly Fishing Accessories – Hanging Stuff Around Your Chest If you are going fly fishing, you need to have your critical gear with you while wading and casting. One of the critical pieces of equipment is your vest. Fly Fishing Accessories – Hanging Stuff Around Your Chest Construction workers have tool belts to hold everything they need while working. Fly fishing anglers have the ... 29). Bird Watching – Writing What You See No bird watcher is complete without his or her bird watching journals. When you go bird watching, you need to keep your life list. The Life List If you are or become an avid bird watching enthusiast, you’re going to need to keep records. The reason for this is you want to keep a running list of the various bird species yo... 30). Austria – Vienna, Salzburg, Halstatt and Sound of Music Austria simply can’t be beat when it comes to beauty. You’ve seen the country in the Sound of Music, but the cities of Vienna, Salzburg and the alpine town of Halstatt are just as nice. Vienna Vienna is a city with a ridiculous amount of history. The home of the waltz, Habsburg Palaces and an unrivaled musical past. Walk f... 31). Flying to Another Country on the Cheap The Internet provides us the ability to see exotic locations and plan trips to them. If you are planning such a trip, here are some ways to fly to countries on the cheap. Flying to Another Country on the Cheap Undeniably, the best and cheapest tickets for air flights can be found online. The various travel sites have a di... 32). Hiking Gifts – Gift Ideas for Hiking Presents Hiking is a healthy, relaxing pursuit for hikers. If you’re buying for a hiking enthusiast this holiday season, here are a few gift ideas for hiking presents. Hiking Gift Ideas There is much more to hiking than just boots and an urge to go. For those of you looking for gift ideas for hiking presents, here’s a list of poten... 33). Eclectic Barcelona – What a Blast Barcelona is one of my favorite cities in Europe. From a general liveliness to museums to attractions, Barcelona has it all and definite eclectic flare. Eclectic Barcelona – What a Blast Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia, an autonomous area in the south east of Spain. The city sits directly on the Mediterranean coast a... 34). Camping Journals – Preserve Your Camping Experiences Camping is a great way to escape the rat race and be one with nature. Alas, your camping experiences can fade with time. The best way to prevent this is to keep a camping journal for your adventures. Camping Journals Take a minute to give some consideration to your most recent camping experience. What sticks out in your mi... 35). Gifts for Guys When buying gifts for guys, you want to go with something masculine and unusual. Gadgets are always good gifts for guys, but there’s so much more you can give. Gifts for Guys And a one…and a two… 1. Dave Chappelle Show – Season 2 – The Chappelle Show has reached legendary status with men and women alike. The ... 36). White Water Rafting – Preserve Your Experiences White water rafting is simply a blast and a great way to get away from the clutter of life. Alas, your rafting experiences can fade with time. The best way to prevent this is to keep a white water rafting journal. White Water Rafting Journals Take a minute to give some consideration to your most recent rafting trip. What s... 37). The Oregon Trail – Beginning in Arrow Rock, Missouri The Oregon Trail holds a unique place in the history of the United States. Thousands of pioneers used the trail to populate the middle and western parts of the country in the 19th century. Oregon Trail In the eighteen hundreds, the east coast of the United States had become overcrowded and expensive. For relief, people lo... 38). Chita, Siberia – A Little History In 1999, I decided to live a year in the city of Chita, Russia. For those not in the know, Chita is a city in Siberia. History The City of Chita is a the administrative center of the Chita Oblast, which is similar to a state. It is located smack dab in the middle of Siberia and is about 500 miles east of Lake Baikal.... 39). Cambodia – The Blind Masseuses Cambodia has seen far more than its fair share of tragedy and misery. The blind masseuses offer a glimpse of the true Cambodian heart and will to carry on. Seeing Hands Massage With the onset of the genocidal rule of the Khmer Rouge, Cambodia took a serious turn for the worse from the late 1970s through the early eighties... 40). Travel Jokes Traveling can be a humbling experience, particularly when you travel to a foreign country. Such experiences, of course, give rise to travel jokes. Travel Jokes 1. Three brothers are sitting at the bar in a Moscow establishment. An older man is sitting at a table behind them and has obviously had too much vodka. He stands,... 41). Mountain Climbing – Preserve Your Experiences Mountain climbing is a great way to escape the rat race and be one with nature. Alas, your mountain climbing experiences can fade with time. The best way to prevent this is to keep a mountain climbing journal for your adventures. Mountain Climbing Journals Take a minute to give some consideration to your most recent mounta... 42). Bird Watching Presents – Christmas Gift Ideas Bird watchers are rabid about bird watching, and rightfully so. If you are looking for Christmas gift ideas for bird watching presents, here are a few keepers. Bird Watching Presents As with practically anything in our modern society, there are all kinds of gadgets and unique gifts that make great Christmas gift ideas for ... 43). Russian Thanksgiving Dinner – Mystery Ingredients Living for a year in Siberia was bound to results in a few laughs. There was no funnier time than my effort to celebrate Thanksgiving. The Set Up As an American male, my idea of cooking was dropping by the local Chinese restaurant on my way home from work. We are talking about a person who considers cooking rice a culinar... 44). Halstatt, Austria – Scoffing at the Sound of Music Set in Austria, the Sound of Music is an epic film spurring dreams of a heavenly land in every child that sees the movie. In truth, they should have filmed the movie in Halstatt, Austria. Halstatt I had been in Salzburg for four days and was growing restless. The city was an eyeful with beautiful garden areas, architecture... 45). Bird Watching Gifts - Holiday Gift Ideas Bird watching is one of the fastest growing interests in the world. If you’re buying for a bird watcher, here’s a primer on ideas for bird watching gifts. Bird Watching Gifts Bird watching may seem the simplest of tasks. In truth, there are lots of gadgets, which gives you an opportunity to find great bird watching gifts 46). Athens – A Walk On The Wild Side Athens is known for archeological sites and history. If you want a break from history, Athens has much more to offer travelers. Athens You’ve seen the Acropolis, you’ve hit the museums and you’re trying to figure out if it is time to head to the islands. Wait! You’re missing much of the modern charm of Athens. 47). Florence, Italy – Of David and Such Often consider “Rome Light”, Florence is the city of the Medici and art galore. Despite this, there is an odd modern influence in this hallowed city. Florence When it came to the Renaissance, Florence was definitely one of the places to be. The city is full of examples of the past whether from great artist, architecture o... 48). Bird Watching Competitions – I Spy With My Little Eye Bird watching typically conjures up images of people pursuing a relaxing day of staring into the sky with binoculars. Ah, but then there is the competitive side of birding. Flying Emus…err, Elbows For many people, something is only worth undertaking if there is an element of competitiveness. With bird watching, no such el... 49). Bird Watching Binoculars – Critical Bird Watching Equipment Avid bird watching enthusiasts often look like pack mules hiking to a gold rush in the west. Bird watching binoculars are one of the critical pieces of equipment they carry. Binoculars There are a lot of issues when it comes to choosing binoculars for bird watching. Optics and personal preference seem to be the foremost, ... 50). Grunion Runs – Fishing With Your Hands In San Diego Fishing is peaceful and inspiring sport regardless of the type of fishing your doing. Well, with one exception – grunion runs. El Grunionino Throughout the year, the fish known as the grunion run in San Diego and much of California. This little silver fish reproduces by “running” up the beach during the high tide in the m... Browse Pages: 1 [2] [3] [4]