Plan A Trip To Sausalito, California November 28, 2007
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Sausalito is a small town of only 7,500 residents, best known for its spectacular waterfront views. It’s a quiet, charming town that some say reminds them of the Mediterranean.
Music fans may be interested to know that performer Otis Redding wrote his hit song “The Dock of the Bay” in Sausalito, where he had rented a houseboat in late 1967 to get some peace and quiet.
What to do in Sausalito, California ?Most Sausalito visitors restrict their visit to a stroll past the art galleries and souvenir shops along Bridgeway. To get a different point of view, take a walk north along the waterfront, past the yacht harbor. Along the way, you’ll find the Bay Model, a three-dimensional hydraulic model of the San Francisco and Delta covering over 1.5 acres. (more…)
Cruise Holiday Tips for Smooth Sailing November 25, 2007
Posted by Gypsy The Virtual Traveler in : Cruise Holidays , add a commentIs anything more luxurious than taking a cruise holiday?
Traveling to exotic locations on a luxury ship, catching sunrays, and breathing the salty breezes can renew and replenish anyone, no matter how shopworn from the cares of work.
However, a cruise holiday requires planning in order to be the best it can be. Check out these tips to have a cruise experience you will remember.
So where do you start when planning a cruise holiday? First, what is your budget like? Do you need to hold down expenses? Then here are a few tips for economizing on your cruise holiday. (more…)
Get Ready For Holidays: Passports, Travel Documents, Vaccinations, Luggage November 20, 2007
Posted by Gypsy The Virtual Traveler in : Travel Tips , add a commentGoing for holidays is a great way to learn about a new culture. In some instances the travel is to visit family that is located there instead of just for a vacation.
Regardless of the reason why you are traveling to another country during the holidays, you need to make sure you are prepared for the trip.
For most countries you are going to need a passport with a photo ID. This will allow you to remain in the country for a specified amount of time. Generally, this time frame is from 30 days to 90 days.
You can take your passport photo at any post office, but it is going to take several weeks to get it back. There is an expedited option and it is very expensive. If you wait until the holiday time to obtain your passport it is going to take much longer, even for the expedited option. (more…)
Health & Safety Tips For Traveling For Your Italian Vacation November 18, 2007
Posted by Gypsy The Virtual Traveler in : Health & Safety Tips , add a commentWhen traveling abroad for your Italian vacation there are some tips that you should be aware of.
First of all you must familiarize yourself with all the locations you will be visiting. Read as much as possible about the cities and towns you plan on visiting.
If you are taking a vacation off the beaten path in Italy it is best to try to limit yourself to places that friends or families have recommended especially if this is your first time out of the country.
The US Department of State strongly suggests that you register your travel before you leave. This applies to your vacation to Italy. (more…)
Buy Cheap DVDs Online: Explore San Francisco - In Stock On 16, November 2007 November 16, 2007
Posted by Gypsy The Virtual Traveler in : Uncategorized , add a commentFinally, an entertaining travel guide !!! Not only did this DVD thoroughly help me plan my family reunion/trip to San Francisco, but I ended up buying another copy for my parents as a souvenir AFTER the reunion as well, so they could have a special DVD memento of the city they grew up in.
And of course, they absolutely loved it. The camera-work of this film is brilliant! I was so impressed by the amazing shots, incredible color, and such a great original score.
This DVD really makes San Francisco come alive right before your eyes. Also, there is a special bonus slide-show near the end that shows unbelievably powerful photos of the San Francisco Earthquake of 1906.
It is really something to marvel at how this city has not only stood the test of time through such catastrophe, but has become an even more amazing and inspiring U.S. city.
Explore San Francisco. Explore San Francisco is a unique visual tour of the city of San Francisco captured from land, sea, and air. Our three guides (a sports car driver, a speedboat captain and a helicopter pilot) take you on an enthralling trek that reveals one panoramic splendor after another.
Come and enjoy a ride in their dynamic vehicles and you’ll discover the city in a whole new way! These cinematic tour guides offer perspectives of 16 of San Francisco’s finest landmarks: the Bay Bridge, SBC Park, Yerba Buena Park, the Ferry Building, Civic Center, Chinatown, North Beach, Coit Tower, Pier 39, Alcatraz, Lombard Street, Alamo Square, the Palace of Fine Arts, Haight Ashbury, Golden Gate Park and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Learn about the city with expert commentary that enhances the thrilling experience of Explore San Francisco. You’ll gain a true sense of the city’s breadth and beauty as the helicopter skims over the landscape and the sports car cruises its streets.
Venture into the Bay in a high-speed motorboat for an indelible memory of all the gifts the city has to offer. Explore San Francisco is your magic carpet ride to historical places, cultural places, fun places and places you want to see simply because they’re breathtaking.
This DVD includes an original score, high-energy transitional map sequences between locations, and exciting footage of the vehicles themselves. And as a bonus, Explore San Francisco contains a photo slideshow of the city as well as a visual featurette about the 1906 San Francisco earthquake.
Explore San Francisco is a valuable souvenir for those who have visited or ever dream of visiting one of America’s most inspiringly beautiful cities.
10 Ways To Be A Smart San Francisco Tourist November 15, 2007
Posted by Gypsy The Virtual Traveler in : USA , add a commentTo help you be a smarter San Francisco tourist, enjoy your trip more and spend less of your hard-earned money doing it, here are 10 ways to be a smart San Francisco tourist:
1. Know the weather: Many a San Francisco tourist doesn’t realize how cold it can get here in summer, and dozens of sweatshirt shops thrive on their ignorance. Our guide to weather and what to expect can help you bring the right stuff.
2. Stay in the right place: The most convenient areas in the city for a tourist are Union Square and Fisherman’s Wharf. Van Ness and Lombard Street, areas many people ask about, are inconvenient and noisy, and it’s more likely you’ll need a car to get around. (more…)
Tips For Staying Alert During Holiday Travel November 10, 2007
Posted by Gypsy The Virtual Traveler in : Health & Safety Tips , add a commentTraveling during the holidays is very exciting and there is plenty going on all around you.
However, it is very important that you remain alert so you won’t be involved in an accident or become a victim of theft.
There are plenty of criminals that target holiday travelers as they know they are likely to have money on them and they aren’t always paying attention to their surroundings.
Accidents can take place anywhere during holiday travel so you need to be prepared for the unexpected. Never speed when you are driving and make sure you have your seat belt on. Allow at least one car length between you and the person in front of you. Should they have to brake quickly you don’t want to rear end them or end up being hit by the vehicle behind you. (more…)
Budget Travel Tips For Chicago November 7, 2007
Posted by Gypsy The Virtual Traveler in : USA , add a commentThe city of Chicago decorated with magnificent theaters, bars, outstanding museums, beautiful architectural sites, glorious historical sites, parks, shopping centers, trading centers and the world famous Sears Tower, the Art Institute and Millennium Park attracts travelers and vacationers from all over the world.
Chicago is one of the top leisure destinations in the world. Chicago doesn’t seem to have too outrageous cost of living, compared to other big cities.
Here are some budget travel tips on Chicago:
Best View: Sears Tower or John Hancock? Sears Tower is taller, and affords a spectacular view of the city and suburbs at night. The Sears Tower Skydeck, which stands at 1,353 feet makes it the highest observatory in the city. But many prefer the view for the Hancock (”Big John”) because of its proximity to Lake Michigan. Costs are about the same. (more…)
Hawaiian Cruises- Exotic Hawaiian Cruise Trips November 3, 2007
Posted by Gypsy The Virtual Traveler in : Cruise Holidays , add a commentHawaiian cruises are everyone’s dream cruise to the Hawaiian Islands on an exquisite ocean liner. Being pampered from dawn to dusk with exemplary cuisine, entertainment and fun for all that too for a moderate sum on a Hawaiian cruise is definitely something out of the world.
An increasing number of cruisers and liners are now regularly calling on the Hawaiian ports as also at the neighboring islands of Kaua’i, Maui, Kona and Hilo.
Hawaiian Islands, a cluster of 137, provide adventure - sports, relaxation and a new insight to oneself. The islands make one wonder whether you are at land or at sea. (more…)
