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Sleepy Hollow In New York Is Perfect For Halloween!

If you have been debating for a while now where to go for Halloween on your vacation, well folks, you do not have to debate any longer before Sleepy Hollow in New York is going to be the place that you should go.  Who could really forget Ichabod Crane and his encounters with the Headless Horseman?  I know that I couldn’t, especially after that movie came out.

For those of you that had no idea that Sleepy Hollow was actually a town, it is!  It is a very historical town that will actually lead you on a Sleepy Hollow Hayride that will truly make your dreams turn into nightmares.

If you have been looking for a place to celebrate Halloween, I can assure you that Sleepy Hollow is the best place!

Eiffel Tower the Glory of Paris: Some History!

What is the very first thing that you think about whenever you are traveling to Paris?  For me – it is all about the Eiffel Tower and for most people, it is the same.  The Eiffel Tower is actually one of those pieces of history that many people have seen but have not been educated about.  That is what we are here for!  I have a little background info on the Eiffel Tower and I am totally willing to share!

Firstly, the Eiffel Tower was actually designed by A.G Eiffel and it is actually situated right near the bank of river Sienna.  This particular history tower is something that has been in Paris for quite a while and it actually has a lot of secrets in the design of it.

The engineer that made this masterpiece wanted it to be really – really high, so instead of metal, he actually used steel for this structure so it would be sound.

Ireland: The Best Place To Visit!

One of the first things that comes to my mind whenever I think about Ireland is the castles.  There are a ton of different castles in Ireland and that is actually what this particular country is known for.  Think about it – you have always wanted to see a castle up close and personal and when you take a vacation to Ireland – you will be able to!

A recently as 2003, Dublin Ireland has actually been voted one of the best places to not only visit but to actually live there as well.  Speaking from my own personal experience, Ireland is actually one of the most majestic places to visit – whether you are looking for just a friendly face or some beautiful buildings, Ireland is the best.

If you are going to go to Ireland – go around St. Patrick’s Day.  I swear, you won’t regret it at all!

Granada In Spain: Breathtaking — Beautiful — Classy!

Now that we have talked about New England and Las Vegas, let’s take a trip over to Granada – this is a beautiful Spain city that is simply, breathtaking in every way possible.  Granada’s Alhambra is by far one of the greatest accomplishments of Islamic art and architecture I have ever seen.  This monument is actually the second biggest attraction, besides the city itself.

Granada is not only beautiful, but it is a city where you go when you truly want to see the world and experience Spain for everything that it is.  Spain is something that is so beautiful and interesting, it is truly impossible for you not to fall in love with it instantly.

Personally, Granada is my favorite city in Spain and it is the city that I will continue to visit every … single year – it is beautiful!

Take An Autumn Vacation To New England!

Whenever you a planning a vacation in the fall – there is one place that you need to go and it is going to be New England.  The fall foliage that is found in New England is something that can attract people from all over the world.  The reason?  Well, New England has all sorts of different hard woods and to be quite frank, they all change at different times and the beauty that you find in New England in the fall is breathtaking!

The first place that you should plan to see if Vermont and New Hampshire then Maine; as these are the best states to start in.  However, New York has some beautiful fall colors as well – but honestly, nothing beats the White Mountains in New Hampshire or the Main coast in the fall.

So if you are looking for one last vacation before the winter hits – New England should be the place that you go!

3 Must-See but Little Known Places in Italy

Rome, Venice, Florence, Sicily — these are all well known places in Italy, and certainly, they are worth the visit. However, those well known cities are not the only must-see places in the country, not by any means.

One little known location is Trentino, where Trento is the principal town. There are many works of art located there, compiled between the tenth century and the eighteenth century by the princes ruling the area. Thus, there are a number of museums in the town where the art is on display.

Alto Adige is another must see area; Bolzano is its principal town. It is a rather austere town, host of one of the most stunningly panoramic drives you can find in Italy.

Veneto makes up the Lower Po Valley, which is itself located on Lake Garda’s eastern bank as well as the eastern region of the Dolomites. Nearby is the most well know ski resort in Italy.

Unveiling the Mysteries of Dublin, Ireland

As of three years ago, Dublin, Ireland, had a population of over five hundred thousand people. That pretty well makes it the largest city in all of Ireland. It is the country’s capital too. Located right at the mouth of the lovely River Laffey, Dublin is not only a highly contemporary center, but it is also a richly historical site and cultural center.

Two years ago, and with good reason, it was voted Europe’s friendliest city. The tourist industry there thrives primarily because the people there are so warm, welcoming, and friendly — not to mention fun!

For instance, estimates suggest that more than half of the people living in Dublin are 25 years old or younger. There are thus plenty of night clubs and pubs to be found, especially around Temple Bar, Wexford Street, Harcourt Street, Leeson Street, and Camden Street.

As for the arts, Dublin has produced many of the greats, from musicians to writers to poets and beyond. Most of us are aware of U2′s origins there, but add to that list Bram Stoker, James Joyce, W. B. Yeats, and George Bernard Shaw, among many more.

From Dublin Castle to the Abbey to the National Gallery, Dublin is also home to some of the most historically rich sites in all the world.

See Stunning Svalbard of Norway

Svalbard is a Norwegian isle located at the midpoint between Norway’s mainland and, amazingly, the North Pole. Svalbard is actually an archipelago. The name itself translates to mean “cold coasts,” and it got its first mention way, way back in the twelfth century.

The delightfully named Longyearbyen is Svalbard’s main administrative center for Norway, as well as the local government’s seat.

In spite of what you may be thinking due to its location, Svalbard’s climate is really rather mild. The yearly rainfall and snowfall amounts to much little than you may think.

Due to the latitude, this is a location where you can enjoy midnight sun, from mid April to late August.

There are many activities you can enjoy here if you enjoy cooler climes and wintry sports without a whole lot of snow. There are snowmobile safaris, dog sledding, ice caving, boating, skiing, hikes, glacier walks, zodiac safaris, horseback riding, kayaking, hunting for fossils, visiting mines, and all kinds of other fun acitivies.