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Best Places for Viewing Whales

August 16, 2011 //
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Whale in the sea

Whales are one of the most fascinating creatures on the planet and viewing them in their natural environment is a truly inspiring experience. There are various locations in the world where you can enjoy this experience, and below is a brief guide to some.

Alaska

I would rank this as the most romantic place to view whales, with the reason being that the surroundings are just so different and beautiful. Humpbacks and Orcas can often be sees in these parts, and whilst you can sometimes spot them from the land, the best way to maximise your experience is to take a boat trip. Whales only visit these parts during certain parts of the year so be sure to check before you book your trip.

California

There are many great sea creatures which can be found off the coast of California, with dolphins and whales being the most common. The whales in this area often seem to revel in human contact and will often approach the tour boats to provide a simply stunning view of them. The most common type of whale to see here is the grey whale.  

Scotland

For those from the UK, there is no need to travel across the world in order to see marine life, you can see some intriguing species off the northern coasts of Scotland. Near to the Isle of Skye you will often see minke whales as well as dolphins and basking sharks.

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Categories Adventure, Outdoors, Sports, Travel, USA

Famous Film Scene Locations

April 7, 2011 //
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Everybody enjoys a good film, regardless of which genre we prefer or who our favourite actors are, there are very few people who don’t enjoy the chance to sit and watch a well produced creation which allows us to live our fantasies through someone else. For most people, there will be a favourite movies scene or sequence, and the setting for this scene becomes embedded with the associations with it. Below are some of the best places to visit in the US which have been the host to some of the movies we grew up watching.

Back to the Future – The scientist’s house from this film which was a teen favourite and launched the career of Michael J Fox is

Movie scenes

Movie scenes

actually open to the public. So visit Pasadena and explore the setting for this classic.

Nightmare on Elm Street – The house which was the centre point for this famous horror/fantasy film shot in the 1980s is in fact in a quiet suburb in Hollywood, so if you grew up watching this you could easily include it in a trip to the popular city.

Dances with Wolves – Much of this iconic film, which was a mixture between western and a tear jerking drama and starred Kevin Costner, was shot around the area of the Triple U Standing Butte Ranch in Dakota. The area is great to visit not only to see where scenes from this film were shot but also due to the beauty of the area.

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Categories Culture, New York, NYC, Travel, USA

Travel tips for Domestic US

November 17, 2008 //
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If you are planning a trip to the US and feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the travel options once you arrive – here´s a few tips:

Air: If you are looking to cover a lot of ground in a hurry, then flying is the best bet. There are numerous low-budget carriers that cover a majority of the major hot-spots.

USA Train Travel

USA Train Travel

Train: Although the train networks are not nearly up to par as in Europe, the US system still provides a comfortable, affordable option for those with a bit more time. The popular routes are on the eastern corridor: Washington D.C. – Philadelphia – New York – Boston.
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Car Rental: The epitome of the ´American experience´, driving a car across the US is like no other place. In this car-loving society, having a vehicle gives you tremendous freedom and ability to explore the heart of the country. Rates are available on a daily/weekly basis and many of the agents will drop the car off at your U.S. apartment rental.

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Categories Budget Airlines, Budget Travel, Travel, US Budget flights, USA

The New York City Marathon

October 4, 2008 //
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On the first Sunday of November (November 2nd), it is time again for the popular New York City Marathon. This marathon was first organized in 1970. It starts at Staten Island and goes over the Verrazano Narrows Bridge to Brooklyn.

Amateurs and also professional athletes run for more than 6 million dollars worth of price money. Or maybe even for the 2 million viewers that standing are along the track and screaming and shouting the contestants

NYC marathon in the USA

NYC marathon in the USA

to the finish line and they expect that 315 million viewers will be watching in front of their TV.

Most people say that it is a great marathon to compete in or even as a bystander to watch it. For more information please visit: www.nycmarathon.org. For NYC holiday apartments, Holiday Velvet will be providing accommodation.

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Categories Culture, New York, NYC, Sports, USA
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