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Bellagio Hotel & Casino - Best Place to Stay in Las Vegas
The Bellagio hotel and casino in Las Vegas is one of the most impressive resort hotels in the world. Built by Steve Wynn, no expense was spared in its construction. The hotel rooms at Bellagio are among the most comfortable you will find in any...
From Russia With Love
The largest country on the Earth, Russia stretches from the Eastern Europe borders to the Pacific Ocean. It’s impossible to learn such a big country in one single trip, but there are some points on the Russian map you surely shouldn’t miss when...
King Rama V - the Great Beloved King
King Rama V or King Chulalongkorn (1853 - 1910) was the
monarch who steered Thailand clear of colonization and
initiated the Chakri Reformation to put Thailand on the road
to modernization.
King Chulalongkorn was appointed king at the age of...
New Places to Live and Retire Around the World
Places to Live in the World: Emerging Alternatives From Canada to Europe, Africa to Asia, it's time for a fresh look
By Phillip Townsend The advent of fast Internet communication and inexpensive air travel makes it easier to turn any...
Norwegian Cruise Line - American Style!
It’s not just the size and opulence of their sleek and stylish fleet that attracts passengers to Norwegian Cruise Line. Norwegian Cruise Line boasts the largest ratio of staff to passengers of any cruise company and this extra service shows from...
Protect yourself against the pickpockets
If you're travelling through some of the more dodgy
destinations such as Peru or Mexico, here are some ideas to help
you avoid being the victim of a pickpocket:
* Don't carry anything with you that you don't really need (that
includes...
The Unspoilt Beauty of Australia's Top End
Australia's tropical Top End is undoubtedly one of the last great secrets of adventure travel, although the popularity of the region is now growing rapidly as word spreads about its magnificent, unspoilt natural beauty. The term Top End refers to...
Tips for Travelers Who are Going to Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a key destination for many travelers. It has a
population of more than seven million, scattered all throughout
its more than 200 islands. It is located in Eastern Asia, near
China and the South China Sea. Formerly, leased to...
Visiting Toronto
Touring Toronto
After visiting Toronto you’ll get a feel for what it’s like to live in one of the largest metropolitan areas in Canada. As Toronto is the capital of Ontario it offers many different cultural experiences all year round including...
What you need to know about - cruise holidays
Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of driving, sitting erect in a plane etc., go for a voyage through water- a cruise which provides you the best comfort and sight seeing. Sea journey has its own charm and charisma. The world seems a live...
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The Ultimate Traveler’s Day Dream Come True
More than a few times, I’ve caught myself sitting at work day dreaming about dropping everything and just jumping on a plane. In October of 2003, I did just that.
Life can grind you down when you get in a rut. In my case, I had a particularly bad case of the blues in October 2003. My girlfriend and I had apparently come to an agreement that there was no need for me to exist on the face of the earth. My glamorous and exciting Internet business had become a bore. All and all, I was in a rut and needed a change. The travel gods apparently agreed.
On a Wednesday, I made the final decision to sell my business, get what I could for it and hit the road. The next day, I received a call from a man in Chicago what wanted to buy my web sites. This was particularly interesting since I hadn’t actually told anyone the sites were for sale. By the end of the day, we had agreed on a price, signed a contract and he was wiring the money.
First thing Monday morning, my bank verified the wired money had been received and credited to my bank account. I picked up a couple of American Express checks, packed a small backpack and headed to the airport in Los Angles, known as “LAX”.
The Dream Comes True
I walked into the international wing of LAX and did what every traveler
has dreamed of doing. I stared at the flight board and just let the various destinations soak into my brain. After a few minutes, Asia percolated to the top of my grey matter and I started searching for the airlines with flights there.
After a few misses, I was able to get a ticket on a Korean Airlines flight to Bangkok. I passed through security, picked up a guidebook for Asia and headed to my gate. Three hours later, we lifted off the runway and I waived goodbye to rut for three months.
I’ve disdained heavy planning for my trips. I prefer a very loose schedule because I want time to live out unexpected events. If you ever get the chance to chuck everything and go travel for a few months, just do it. You never know when you’ll get the chance again!
About the Author: Rick Chapo is with http://www.nomadjournals.com - makers of travel journals. Writing journals are the perfect travel accessories. Visit http://www.nomadjournaltrips.com to read more travel articles and travelogues.
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