Posts by Mike Collins
Bora Bora – Heaven on earth
Photo by a Moose Floats
Each time I think about which destination I would like to visit the
most, one particular place stands out. Heaven on earth as I call it. It’s Bora Bora. Set in the middle of the French Polynesia, this idyllic tropical island of almost unreal beauty looks like it was made by God himself. Located some 150 miles northwest of Tahiti, Bora Bora is just one small island hidden among 115 islands and atolls that make up French Polynesia. Formed by an ancient sunken volcano, the six mile long and the two mile wide island is actually one main island surrounded by a chain of many small islands.
Visit Picturesque Portugal
Not only is Portugal a beautiful holiday destination, it also has lots of history attached to it. There are lots of gorgeous walks and hikes around this country. You might want to make your itinerary so that your trip goes by Portugal’s highest peak. This is called “Mount Pico”, which is located on the island of Pico. The climate here is of a Mediterranean climate, which is wonderful is you are looking for somewhere with a hot temperature. Portugal’s capital, Lisbon, has a population of over2 million. This city is great if you want to find more out about culture and history. Stroll by the “Lisbon Oceanarium”, which is the largest aquarium in Lisbon. Visit one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the Belem Tower. It is a brilliant example of Portugal’s Manueline architecture. This country is one of the 20 most visited countries by tourists in the world.
The finest in art and design in full Roman splendor
The spectacular facade of Galleria Borghese
Take a trip to Rome to see some of the world’s finest historical works of art and modern design brought together in stunning surroundings.
“A great city, whose image dwells in the memory of man,” so said Benjamin Disraeli of Rome, which has a rich tradition of creating stunning imagery to be forever remembered. The city is well-known for its fine artists and throughout Rome you will find artistry on every corner, from the beautiful basilicas to the statues that grace the piazzas. Make sure you shop around for cheap holiday offers, before departing for Rome as staying in the city can be quite expensive.
For the devoted art-lover, there is more than enough to keep you occupied in Rome for several lifetimes, but if you’re pushed for time there are some places that you should make sure you absolutely don’t miss on your visit.
Read MoreEight Great Reasons to Visit Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik has long been called the pearl of the Adriatic and is a picture postcard image of a European paradise. The city was founded in the 7th century and called Ragusa. The Golden age of Dubrovnik came in the middle ages when along with the Venetian Empire Dubrovnik was one of Europe’s leading traders being a gateway to the Balkans and the ottoman Empire.
Read MoreFishing For Love, and Other Fish in the Sea… Or there’s More Fish in the Sea in Key West!
Photo by Yater
I moved to Key West, at the end of the Florida Keys, a few years ago when I had had just about enough of living out in the Boondocks of Big Pine Key. Not that there is anything wrong with BPK, it is a delightful little island about 30 miles North up U.S. 1; that most scenic of bi-ways also known as the Overseas Highway, but it is a rather lonely place if you’re looking for love. Let’s just say that no one lives there for the “Life in the Fast Lane” existence. So, for both the love of fishing and the love of fishing for a relationship, I learned to:
Select the right bait, choose the right tackle, and get ready to make my first cast – Fishing, Key West Style!
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