Great Travel Locations in the US...

Many people around the world know about locations in the USA such as New York, Maine, California, Florida, Louisville, Kentucky, Washington, DC, Hollywood and Nashville, Tennessee. However, there are some great US travel locations unknown to many travellers from other countries.

Many men and women from other countries work in US businesses, hospitals and colleges because of special skills they possess. Often students from around the world work in US companies while attending a college or university. Such people know of many US travel locations.
 
Among the most beautiful areas of the US is Charleston, South Carolina, which English settlers discovered and developed in 1670. The annual Spoleto Festival held in the spring is the premiere American Arts Festival. More than 120 different performances occur every year include opera, jazz, theatre, dance and symphonic and chamber music.

Charleston International Airport has both connecting and direct flights to and from London’s International airports. There is easy access to car hire centres and fuel in Charleston is among the cheapest in the country. There are several hundred hotels, motels and inns in Charleston and nearby cities.

Cardinal Cruises to Holiday Destinations...

Carnival Cruise Lines is one of the cruise lines forming the World’s Leading Cruise Lines Alliance with Holland America, Cunard, Princess, Yachts of Seabourn and Costa Lines.  The North American market is the dominate market for Carnival Cruises. In alliance with the above cruise lines, P & O Cruises and Ocean Village serve the United Kingdom.

Carnival Cruises will offer three 12-night cruises, one in September and two in October 2009 from Civitavecchia, Rome. The holiday destinations are Naples, Durbrovnik, Venice, Messina, Sicily, Barcelona, Monaco and Livorno before returning to Rome. Two days of ‘Fun Day at Sea’ will be part of these cruises.

Several cruises on Carnival Cruise Lines are available for 2010 from Miami, Florida to holiday locations in the Eastern and Western Caribbean Islands. In addition, there are cruises from New York to Canada scheduled for 2010, which include two ‘Fun Day at Sea’ adventures. Carnival Cruises offers one cruise from New York to Bermuda and Newport, Road Island in April 2010.

Carnival Cruises does not provide transatlantic cruises to or from the United Kingdom, however other cruise lines owned by Carnival Corporation, which form the WLCC marketing alliance, offer cruises to New York; Portland, Maine; Halifax and Quebec, Canada; Boston and other North American holiday destinations.

Visit the Beautiful Beaches of Chonburi, Thailand...

Eastern Thailand is a series of plains and hill regions, with the Chantaburi mountain range rising against the horizon marking the line between Thailand and Cambodia. It is one of the premier Far East holiday destinations because of the amount of seaside activities based out of the principle beach resort of Chonburi.

This region is a lush and vibrant farmland where ideal growing conditions give way to a plethora of tropical fruits, such as pineapples, durians, mangos teens, and rambutans. The pristine islands that dot the coastline provide an idyllic paradise for any tourist.

Chonburi is the nearest beach destination to Bangkok, the nation’s capital. This is the premier destination for beach holidays within Thailand, specifically Pattaya, the most famous of all the Thai beach resorts. The city is packed with things to do, with nightclubs, golf courses, and numerous water sports, as well as scuba diving, snorkelling, and simple relaxation on the beach.

The food and wine is top-notch, and hotel accommodation is in abundance. There are dozens of cultural shows to be seen, zoos to visit, but probably the most famous activity within this region is scuba diving.

There is something exhilarating yet tranquil about diving beneath the surface of the ocean and experiencing the world beneath our own. The diving in this region of the world is amazing, with crystal clear waters that allow you to view the variety of oceanic life close-up.

Without a doubt, Chonburi is a Far East holiday destination that should not be missed.

Cruising to Your Holiday Destinations...

One way to choose your holiday destinations this year is onboard one of the Royal Caribbean Cruises sailing from Southampton Port. Royal Caribbean Cruises makes it possible for individuals and families to enjoy visiting several holiday destinations during the cruise. This is a great way to visit new and different cities without needing to repack and move your belongings to different hotels.

The 2010 schedule for Royal Caribbean Cruises offers discounted pricing on cruises to holiday destinations if you purchase by telephone. Some cruises have additional discounts when purchased online. Last minute purchases are often the lowest prices. Royal Caribbean Cruises offers last minute purchases to fill all their berths and these are the lowest fares. On Royal Caribbean Cruises, you often visit great holiday destinations you never knew existed.

There are about thirty Royal Caribbean Cruises scheduled from Southampton Port to a variety of holiday destinations across Europe. The cruises are four to fourteen nights depending upon the number of holiday destinations scheduled.

The Port of Southampton provides parking for passengers leaving for holiday destinations on Royal Caribbean Cruises. The Port website includes a list of cruises for several cruise lines. The Port is about four kilometres from the airport and about one kilometre from Southampton Central Railway Station. There is a taxi stand near the departure terminal. The departure terminal has a bar and café, and there are vending machines in the arrival lounge.

Travel Locations in Australia...

Australia is among the unique travel locations offering activities as diverse as backpacking, swimming with the seals, repelling down the side of a mountain, yoga lessons and meditation. Australia’s natural beauty and exotic animal and plant life causes some visitors to seriously consider living and working in Australia.

Travel locations such as Sydney cause many to wonder whether they would be happy living and working in Australia. Exploring the landscape of the Blue Mountains region with its waterfalls, sandy beaches, rainforest and mountain bike trails is exciting. Just two hours drive from Sydney you can learn to scale the side of a mountain and abseil like a professional.

The Gold Coast has seventy-miles of beautiful, sandy beaches. Australia is one of many travel locations with fun-filled theme parks and quaint beachside towns. Apollo Bay, in the Otway Mountain foothills in Victoria is among the rare travel locations with an ocean road leading to Paradise by the Sea, a breathtaking sight!  Here, you can kayak with the seals, go horseback riding or gaze upon the panoramic view of the town from Mariners Lookout Road.

As with many travel locations, Australia is an appealing, beautiful country. UK citizens need a machine readable, valid passport and an Electronic Transfer Authority (ETA), which attaches electronically to your passport ID. Students who want to work need a working holiday visa.

Drive New Zealand’s Pacific Coast Highway...

Some travellers enjoy luxury. For them, being pampered in a 5 (or better) star resort hotel with full spa-treatment and world-class dining is without par. For others, it is the wind in their face, the horizon in front of them, and the firmness of the dirt beneath their hiking boots, their pack resting comfortably against their shoulders as they trek through wilderness destinations. It is the quite peacefulness that comes with a rustic train ride through locations both wondrous and diverse. But for those of you who enjoy the simple thrill of driving and enjoying the landscape from the comfort of your car, then there is no better destination than the Pacific Coast Highway of the North Island in New Zealand.

You can fly in from either Auckland or Wellington, and if you do so your main centre for travel will be Tauranga in the Bay of Plenty. From here you can spend a day or two enjoying the resort town, complete with plentiful beaches and surrounding woodlands, or take a helicopter ride over the steams rising from White Island. Much like the rest of New Zealand, the amount of places and things to see and do while headquartered here is impossible to categorize. Any vacation here will result in satisfaction.

The actual Pacific Coast Highway is an amazing scenic route that takes you from Auckland to Hawke’s Bay, through the long curve of the Bay of Plenty, alongside lush kiwi orchards, golden beaches, and the forests of the Coromandel Peninsula, and through the wild mountains of East Cape. On the eastern coast as you descend to Eastland and Hawke’s bay, revel in the beauty of the vineyards and the magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean stretching across the horizon in front of you.

Croatia: The Undiscovered Beauty...

Croatia is a country of historical significance. This area has been inhabited since prehistoric times, and has at various points in history been part of the Roman Empire, under Venetian rule, Italian rule, and in the latest stint Hungarian rule under the Ottoman Empire. As such, the country is a littered tapestry of ruins from other times and other cultures, leaving behind a rich blanket of European history.

Croatia is one of the most beautiful countries within Europe. While most of the tourists who come here visit the coasts or one of the 1185 islands that make up the nation, the interior of the country is just as majestic, with pristine forests broken by peaceful mountain streams, waterfalls, and lush greenery.

You do not need a visa for stay up to 90 days as a tourist. You will need proof of medical traveller’s insurance, as well as a return ticket. You can fly in direct to Dubrovnik and spread your wings from the capital city but be warned … there is so much to do while in Dubrovnik alone that you might have to save your additional sight-seeing for another trip!

With so many islands, Croatia has a ferry system that will need to be taken advantage of at some point. While buses and trams as well as taxies operate within every city region, getting from island to island requires the ferries. You can rent a car and drive on your UK license, which makes getting around here a breeze if you wish to head out on your own. All in all, this is a perfect destination within Europe if you are after a relaxing, peaceful trip of scenery, sun, and surf.

Caracas: The Hidden Gem of Venezuela...

Another Spanish colonial settlement turned modern tourist city is Caracas, the capital city of Venezuela. This is the gateway city for any travellers coming here from abroad, and you can stretch your legs out in any direction should your travels take you beyond the edges of the city.
 
Venezuela is a unique South American country.  The name literally translates to “Little Venice” in Spanish, and this country is absolutely stunning. There are kilometres of Caribbean beaches stretching across the horizon, mountains towering above the surrounding landscape, and even a patch of desert along with reaches of the Amazon rainforest. Venezuela also hosts the Gran Sabana National Park where the famous Angel Falls are located.

Caracas is a traveller’s city. Accommodation abounds, travel is easy, and the food is beyond words. Nestled in a long, thin valley with the majestic Avila Mountain looming over everything, Caracas is quite simply a marvel to behold. The city’s night life is booming, and with your choice of mountains or beach to explore, you simply have to decide before you step out your hotel door.

As a British citizen you don’t need a visa to visit Venezuela for up to 90 days. You can simply come on your passport, so long as you are here for tourism only. As with most South America trips, you will likely want to stay away from renting cars and just take buses or rent taxis. Traffic is entirely too congested and drivers are aggressive to the point of idiocy by modern standards.

You can easily bring both your hiking gear and your beach clothing and still experience all that Venezuela has to offer while staying in Caracas. This jewel of South America will leave an impression that will not fade soon.

P & O Cruises and Car Hire...

Among the cruises offered from the Southampton Port are the exciting cruises provided by P & O Cruises. From local day cruises to fun-packed cruises to the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, Norway or the Baltic Sea, P & O Cruises caters to your every need. The onboard pool and spa give you the feeling that only comes with special treatment by professionals who know how to make you feel good.

P & O Cruises’ fleet consists of seven ships offering long and short cruises many of which are family-friendly cruises. The 2010 schedule is packed with more than 225 holiday destinations in 90 countries. Whether you choose a seven-night cruise or longer you will enjoy first class service, fine dining, entertainment and time to exercise or sunbath. Discounted prices make cruising with Britain’s favourite cruise line affordable.

Experience the culture in many different holiday destinations and take part in a wide variety of activities and adventures for family fun. P & O Cruises has English speaking guides who accompany cruisers and serve as interpreters when needed.

Aboard a P & O cruise, you can take day excursions into holiday destinations such as Breton, Amsterdam, Cadiz, Bergen, St. Lucia, Barcelona, the Riviera, St. Petersburg and Florence. P & O Cruises offers a car hire service so you can drive a Ferrari F430 around the city of Rome.

Australia – Among the Great Travel Locations...

Australia is among the most enchanting travel locations of the world. The gateway cities of Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Darwin and Cairns. Although flights to Australia can be expensive, cheap flights to various locations in Australian are available if you shop around.

Driving while in Australia allows you to visit many travel locations you might otherwise miss. Prearrange a hire car and pick it up at the airport on your arrival. Wherever you choose to arrive in Australia, keep your eyes open wide so you do not miss anything or run into a kangaroo or a wombat! Travel locations beyond the gateway cities open to a new world as you drive through busy cities and unique little towns to be found in all directions.

When working in travel locations in Australia a working visa is necessary. British citizens need a valid passport and a pre-arranged Electronic Travel Authority (ETA). The ETA is valid for three months following a twelve months stay in Australia.

Working in Australia requires an Australian working visa, acquired through the Australian High Commission. Those who are taking a working holiday must have a Working Holiday Visa and can obtain this through various immigration and visa specialists. Australia welcomes temporary workers to many travel locations.