Posts by Mike Collins
Visitors Guide to Kansas City
Throughout the world there are destinations that people visit for a specific reason. There might be just one, two or a dozen but there are always specific reasons. People visit Orlando to see Walt Disney World, they go to Cairo to see the pyramids or New York City to see the Statue of Liberty. Not all destinations are that easy, though almost every one allows you to film excellent travel videos if you are willing to try.
There are plenty of places all over the world that people will not even consider when planning their vacations. There are many reasons for this, either they have never heard of the town or they have only heard bad things or there is somewhere on their list much more exciting in their minds. The truth is that everything is subjective and one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.
Read MoreSome travel ideas when visiting Spain
Mount Aneto, the 3rd highest mountain in Spain and highest in the Pyranees. Viewed from its northern face.
Spain is one of Europe’s most fascinating and alluring nations. It’s a diverse country with several strong regional identities; it has a rich history to explore as well as contemporary culture to delight in. Although strongly identified with beach holidays, there is so much more that Spain has to offer.
Mountain Breaks
For people looking to enjoy a hiking trip, the mountains of the Pyrenees are hard to beat. With a Catalonian culture and an outlook that is almost as French as it is Spanish, the mountains offer not only great scenery and testing routes, but also beautiful villages to explore. They normally have attractive little Churches in them as well as places to enjoy the local cuisine. Any holiday based in Barcelona or nearby should include a trip to the mountains.
Read MoreMountain Biking in the Lake District
It is a shame that the vast majority of the population of the UK don’t realise how lucky we are to have such a vast wealth of beautiful and compelling locations within our shores. With many people’s holiday itineraries being dependent on the average summer temperature before anything else; many gems are missed in favour for the Mediterranean and other similarly hot destinations. If you look within our own boarders you can see a shiny beauty, a landmark location which should not be overlooked, the Lake District.
Exploring the Island – Top Excursions in the Dominican Republic
Cable car to the top of Mount Isabel de Torres, by Steve Alexander
As one of the most up-and-coming tourist destinations in the world, the Dominican Republic has so much to offer. With picture perfect beaches ideal for lazing around on, some of the most spectacular golf courses in the world and plenty of exhilarating water sports, visitors to this tropical island in the Caribbean are in for a real treat. Away from the beach, there are various excursions and things to see and what’s more, a variety of hotels.com discount codes are available to save tourists a few quid too!
Read MoreRome: The Eternal City
Rome, The Eternal City, has created a sense of wonder and awe in visitors for thousands of years.
Rome is a contemporary capital in every sense of the word however rich with historical past, with an abundance of art, architectural mastery and religious beliefs to accommodate each and every traveler, academic or pilgrim. More than 200 decades of heritage have left their mark in every elements of this elegant city. Custom has it that this urban center was created by Romulus on Palatino among the 7 hillsides which the Italian Capital was made near the Tevere river, which ensures that anywhere that you are you are never far from a sensational view of the city.
