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Florida and its famous tourist attractions

Filed under: Florida — Emma on January 3, 2010 @ 10:11 am

The most exciting place to visit in USA for holidays has to be Florida. It is well known by the name ‘sunshine state’, as it has sun shining over it all round the year. Florida is considered a very good place for cheap holidays and occasional trips, be it trip with children, honeymoon or just a friends holidays. It is very popular for its sub-tropical climate and beautiful beaches.

Here are a few places you must see in Florida:

The very first place you must visit is Tampa. The Busch Gardens attraction here is a theme park based on African themes. It features amusing and beautiful water rides, fountains and nice scenic views. The feel that remains after a thrilling visit to the Busch Gardens is an exciting experience with loads of memories. The family rides and animal exhibits are a complete treat.

In case you are looking forward to some more destinations where there is a presence of animals. You must come to Lowry Park zoo. Here you can catch a glance of almost 2,000 animals.

The Florida Aquarium is a fresh and nice way to see the fascinating world of water. This aquarium has as many as ten thousand sea plants on display and you can even have a dive with the dolphins and sharks too.

Not forgetting the beaches in Florida, they are so well maintained and the north beach has loads of tourists hovering by it. It is one of the best swimming areas, a day is worth spending at the beach sunbathing and relaxing.

Orlando with its numerous theme parks and attractions is too big to do justice without an article of its own, so keep an eye out for that one soon.

Come to the sunshine state of Florida for your holiday

Filed under: Florida — Emma on December 22, 2009 @ 5:22 pm

Florida is the South-eastern state of the USA. It is known as the ‘sunshine state’ and is reputed for its mild winters and its balmy weather. It was discovered by Juan Ponce de Leon in April, 1513. Florida has become one of the most popular tourist destinations over the years.

These are the various places you should see in Florida when on your holidays:

1) The Salvador Dali Museum: It is located in downtown St. Petersburg. It is the only location outside Europe that boasts the greatest collection of Salvador Dali’s work.

2) St. Augustine: Located in St. John’s County in the North of Florida, you can get to this location from Jacksonville within 30 minutes. Founded by the Spanish in 1565, it is the United States’ oldest inhabited city. The City consists of a museum and plenty of shops.

3) Lighthouses in Florida: There are plenty of lighthouses in Florida. These lighthouses are plentiful and filled with historical details. You should definitely reserve a part of your holiday towards visiting these lighthouses.

4) Ybor city: This city is located east of Tampa and is renowned as one of the biggest party districts in the country. It has a great collection of bars, restaurants, clubs and cigar houses. It is a unique city with a Latin feel to it.

In addition to these locations, you can visit the holocaust museum, the sunshine skyway bridge and the Daytona International Speedway.

Las Vegas set to attract even more tourists in 2010

Filed under: Las Vegas — Tim on December 7, 2009 @ 5:09 pm

Good news is in store for tourists visiting Las Vegas in 2010. They can now enjoy a vast number of events and visit the attractions in the renowned casino city. Las Vegas is all set to enthral holiday makers with its new additions such as the CityCenter Resort.

The latest tourist offering is depicted as a ‘vertical city’ situated between the Bellagio and Monte Carlo casinos on the popular Vegas strip. The new complex will also contain an 18,000 square foot spa along with a salon and fitness centre. It will also comprise of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, coupled with a Pierre Gagnaire restaurant and a luxury retail and entertainment centre.

Las Vegas is expected to receive a boost to its tourism sector through such new attractions. The Cirque du Soleil will also be introducing a brand new Elvis based theme event to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the star’s birthday on the 8th of January. The event will be complemented with a Viva Elvis show that will be performed at a custom-made theatre within the Aria Resort.

Some of the other attractions include a Sevens rugby tournament, in which teams from all over the world will participate including teams like England, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. British Airways have also announced direct flights to Las Vegas from London Heathrow. Tourists are sure to enjoy the numerous attractions over this coming year.

Go on a cheap holiday to Florida with your family

Filed under: Florida — Adam on December 1, 2009 @ 5:48 pm

Florida is among the most famous holiday destinations for many families around the world. Since the Walt Disney resort was built, the popularity of Florida has seen considerable rise. When thinking of Florida, most of us usually think about sunshine and theme parks, but Florida has a lot more things to offer to visitors.

As the location is really important when going on Florida holidays, it is worth doing a bit of research before you visit this place. Lake Buena Vista, Kissimmee and International Drive are all superbly situated for the main theme parks such as the Epcot Space Centre, Disney MGM Studios, Universal Studios, Walt Disney World and SeaWorld.

If you prefer going on a beach holiday, then St Petersburg and Clearwater on the west coast would be excellent locations providing you with an opportunity to visit the fascinating Salvador Dali Museum and Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay.

On the other hand, the best beaches on the east side of Florida would include Daytona, Cocoa and New Smyrna. The J F Kennedy Space Centre, which is nearby, is also worth a visit where you can actually meet real astronauts and even see the shuttle launch pad.

If you want to have a little luxury, you can always hire a beach bungalow in Naples. For people looking for water sports activity when on holiday in Florida, Florida Keys is the best spot for swimming with dolphins and deep sea fishing. So, if you are looking for cheap holiday deals, Florida is an ideal place to visit.

Spend your holidays with your friends in Miami

Filed under: Florida, Miami, USA — Emma on November 29, 2009 @ 1:43 pm

Are you planning on a holiday where you and your friends can go and enjoy yourselves? Considering a holiday to Miami, Florida, can be a great idea. Miami is one of the top tourist destinations where people who are young at heart like to have some fun.

Miami is popularly known for its beautiful beaches, warm climate and thrilling nightlife. This tourist destination is situated in south-east Florida. Miami is a city that gives importance to media, entertainment, arts, commerce and more, which makes it a global city. Other global cities include New York, London, Moscow and Hong Kong.

Miami is the main port of call for many cruise lines. The port in Miami occupies the largest volume of cruise ships in the world. There is absolutely no reason as to why you and your friends should not visit Miami.

Art
There are many museums in Miami that display art to its best. Some of the art museums that are located in Miami include the Frost Art Museum, Bass Museum of Art, and Lowe Art museum. These places display both ancient and modern works of art. Tourists who are animal lovers should not miss visiting Miami Metro Zoo, Jungle Island and the sea aquarium in Miami.

Beaches
Miami is known for its pleasant and beautiful beaches. There are always water sports available for tourists to try out. From wakeboarding to windsurfing, all water sports can be experienced on the beaches of Miami. Moreover, there are beaches also exclusively for nude sunbathing for all you naturists out there.

Night life
Your holiday to Miami would not be complete without visiting a few of the exhilarating clubs. The music, bars and people make the ambience extremely lively and enthusiastic. You are certain to have some exciting nights out in Miami, Florida.

British Airways prepares list of top ten tourist destinations

Filed under: Cape Town, Dominican Republic, Los Angeles, Maldives, New York, Turkey — Emma on November 25, 2009 @ 6:08 pm

British Airways has eased the confusion of where to go for many holiday goers. Tourists can now shortlist from a selection of ten popular tourist destinations to visit for their next holiday.

The renowned airlines have suggested a list of popular holiday locations to British tourists. According to British Airways, these particular destinations are expected to remain popular among the tourists for some time.

Cape Town, South Africa occupies the coveted position in the list. The upcoming FIFA World Cup in the year 2010 has been cited as the major reason for the popularity of Cape Town. The World Cup is scheduled in the month of June and July. Cape Town is one of the South African cities to play host to the FIFA world cup.

On the other side of the scale, British Airways has recommended cities like New York, Las Vegas and Vancouver as ‘must visit’ destinations for people considering a trip to North America.

British Airways also operates flights to the Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic.
The airline has predicted that Punta Cana will be one of the emerging holiday destinations to watch in the year 2010.

Tourists considering a holiday to Europe can plan a trip to Dubrovnik, Stockholm or Istanbul, Turkey. The tourists wanting to travel farther can also plan a trip to Delhi or the Maldives.

Amazing holidays to New York

Filed under: New York, USA — Emma on November 17, 2009 @ 7:23 pm

New York is an enormous city, and there is so much to see and do that one holiday never seems long enough. New York- often referred to as ‘The Big Apple’- is divided into four boroughs, and is the biggest city in America.

In order to save money and make the most of your trip, you should choose one of the multi attraction schemes that are available. The three most popular schemes are the City pass, Explorer pass and New York pass.

Famous attractions in New York

1) The Statue of Liberty: There is a ferry that leaves Battery Park and travels to Ellis Island- where the Statue of Liberty is located. This ferry leaves for the island every 25 minutes, and is available every day except Christmas Day.

2) Central Park: Central Park is an incredibly scenic location, and is home to many concerts. You can also visit the Central Park Zoo and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

3) Times Square: Times Square is one of the most famous attractions in the world, and is filled with magnificent video screens and bright lights.

Holidays to New York provide you with so much to do that you will certainly never be bored or short of something to do.

Brits head to Las Vegas for cheap holidays

Filed under: Las Vegas — Adam on November 13, 2009 @ 11:48 am

An increasing number of British holidaymakers are heading towards Las Vegas. The tourism authority of Las Vegas states that it offers an escape from the daily pressures of life and work. An increasing number of people are now considering going there for a holiday.

According to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), more and more Brits with budgets of all sizes prefer taking flights to the city due to its status for value. Entertainment, world class chefs, unparalleled shopping opportunities and spas are all inside a 3.5 mile corridor.

LVCVA senior vice-president of marketing, Cathy Tull said that the UK is one of the favourite sources of travellers from abroad who visit Las Vegas. British tourists represent the third largest section of overall international travel to Las Vegas, after Canada and Mexico.

Furthermore, Las Vegas Pool Season which is due to start from April and the USA Sevens Rugby Tournament next February are just a few reasons tourists can look forward to visiting Las Vegas. Recently, British Airways has launched its long haul service right from London Heathrow to Las Vegas.

If you want to break free from your daily hectic schedule and spend some quality time with your family or friends, a cheap holiday to Las Vegas can just be the right option.

Action packed holidays to Las Vegas

Filed under: Las Vegas — Tim on October 23, 2009 @ 2:45 pm

Las Vegas is known as one of the wildest party destinations in the world. If you’re tired of the mundane 9-5 and need an exciting pick me up, then booking a trip to Las Vegas could be the answer!

Las Vegas is a city that never sleeps- there is always something fun and exciting to do, whatever time of day or night it is! Las Vegas is not only famous for its abundance of Elvis impersonators- it’s also known for its’ bright lights, casinos, crazy night life and amazing shopping. Holidays to Las Vegas often involve a great amount of food and drink, so it’s a good idea to prepare yourself!

If you are looking for a destination where you are constantly on the move, then Las Vegas is the place to be!

Las Vegas is a fantastic destination, whatever your budget. There are endless affordable restaurants and hotels to choose from- just in case you get carried away in the casino!
Holidays to Las Vegas are not easily forgotten, and you will want to visit time and time again.

Your guide to cheap holidays in Florida

Filed under: Florida — Emma on October 6, 2009 @ 4:35 pm

Florida is one of the most desirable holiday destinations in the world. Florida is also known as the “Sunshine State” of the USA because it receives the most amount of sunlight compared to any other place in this country. Moreover, the weather of Florida is quite pleasant with sub-tropical sunny atmosphere and moderate rainfalls. Due to its inviting nature, Florida plays home to millions of tourists who chose it over various holiday destinations.

Even though at first sight it might look like a slightly difficult proposition, cheap holidays to Florida are not as unachievable as they may seem. There are a host of options for people who are looking to visit Florida on a limited budget. One of the best ways to achieve this would be to search for all inclusive holiday deals. Such holiday packages include everything like airfare, intra-city transportation, meals as well as sightseeing.

It would be a good thing to assess your budget before planning a holiday trip to Florida. This will give you a clear idea about the holiday package that you can go in for. On the other hand, if you are not looking to restrict yourself to holiday packages and want a trip with complete freedom, then booking off-season and travelling in a period which is not known to attract a whole lot of tourists might enable you to take advantage of various benefits that are offered by airlines as well as hotels.

By keeping such information close at hand, you will easily be able to plan memorable and cheap holidays to Florida.

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