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1). Female Gift Ideas The holidays are quickly approaching which means you need to start thinking of gift ideas for the females in your life. Here are a few female gift ideas. Female Gift Ideas Female sounds like a strange word to use in this article, but there really isn’t any other way to group moms, wives, girlfriends, sisters, daughters an... 2). Mexico Beaches – Cabo San Lucas and Acapulco Mexico beaches come in all shapes and sizes. Two of the most famous areas are Cabo San Lucas and Acapulco. Acapulco You’re probably already familiar with Acapulco if you ever watched the Wild World of Sports on ABC. Acapulco was exhibited frequently as the location of those sketchy cliff diving competitions. You know, the... 3). Austria Off The Beaten Path – Zell am See, Innsbruck and Bad Gastein Mention Austria and everyone thinks of Vienna and Salzburg. In addition to great names, Zell am See, Innsbruck and Bad Gastein are great locations off the beaten path. Zell am See Zell…am…See. The name just rolls off the tongue, but it pails in comparison to the place. Often described as heaven on earth, Zell am See is a ... 4). Girlfriend Gift Ideas Whether you’re buying for the holidays, birthdays or special occasions, girlfriend gift ideas can be hard to come buy. Here’s a list of top gift ideas. Girlfriend Gift Ideas Unless this is your first girlfriend, I’ll assume you know jewelry tops the list of best girlfriend gift ideas. That being the case, we’ll skip to no... 5). Gifts for Guys When buying gifts for guys, you want to go with something masculine and unusual. Gadgets are always good gifts for guys, but there’s so much more you can give. Gifts for Guys And a one…and a two… 1. Dave Chappelle Show – Season 2 – The Chappelle Show has reached legendary status with men and women alike. The ... 6). Benefits of Journal Writing The benefits of journal writing are fairly well established due to the long history of journal writing. From Anne Frank to Di Vinci, journal writing has proven itself. Benefits of Journal Writing When considering the benefits of journal writing, it is important to set a few parameters. First, there is no age limit to usin... 7). Fly Fishing Gift Ideas – Christmas Presents Coming up with fly fishing gift ideas is a surprisingly simple task. Here are a few fly fishing gift ideas that will make great Christmas presents. Fly Fishing Gift Ideas Fly fishing is much more than just a rod, fly, water and fish. Don’t scoff. This is true and gives you plenty of fly fishing gift ideas for Christmas pr... 8). Mexico Beaches – Playa del Carmen and Cozumel Mexico has beautiful beaches on both the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean. In this article, we look at two hot spots on the east coast – Playa del Carmen and Cozumel Playa del Carmen With one of the prettiest beaches on the Caribbean coast, Playa del Carmen was the hidden gem of Mexico for years and years. About 10 years ago, ... 9). Travel Jokes Traveling can be a humbling experience, particularly when you travel to a foreign country. Such experiences, of course, give rise to travel jokes. Travel Jokes 1. Three brothers are sitting at the bar in a Moscow establishment. An older man is sitting at a table behind them and has obviously had too much vodka. He stands,... 10). Albania – Tirana, Korca, and Petrela Castle Located in Southeastern Europe, Albania is a country off of the beaten travel road. Of course, this makes Albania a great place to visit. Albania – History Albania is a Mediterranean country sitting on the coast of the Adriatic and Ionian seas. The country is bordered to the north by Serbia and Montenegro, Greece to the s... 11). Russian Thanksgiving Dinner – Mystery Ingredients Living for a year in Siberia was bound to results in a few laughs. There was no funnier time than my effort to celebrate Thanksgiving. The Set Up As an American male, my idea of cooking was dropping by the local Chinese restaurant on my way home from work. We are talking about a person who considers cooking rice a culinar... 12). Giant Sequoias – Hiking Boole Tree Loop The Giant Sequoia trees of California are a site to see. Despite heavy logging efforts, you can still hike through these massive trees on the Boole Tree Loop. Giant Sequoia National Monument The park system in central California is incredible. You have Sequoia National Park, the first national park ever designated in the c... 13). Antietam National Battlefield If you’re a history buff, Antietam National Battlefield is a national park you have to see. Antietam, of course, is a major civil war site. Antietam National Battlefield is simply huge. Located in the middle of Maryland, the national park is made up of over 3,255 acres of land. The geography of the area evolves from flat lands used for... 14). Bird Watching Presents – Christmas Gift Ideas Bird watchers are rabid about bird watching, and rightfully so. If you are looking for Christmas gift ideas for bird watching presents, here are a few keepers. Bird Watching Presents As with practically anything in our modern society, there are all kinds of gadgets and unique gifts that make great Christmas gift ideas for ... 15). Chita, Siberia – A Little History In 1999, I decided to live a year in the city of Chita, Russia. For those not in the know, Chita is a city in Siberia. History The City of Chita is a the administrative center of the Chita Oblast, which is similar to a state. It is located smack dab in the middle of Siberia and is about 500 miles east of Lake Baikal.... 16). Bird Watching Mecca – 338 Species At Acadia National Park When it comes to birding, Acadia National Park is a mecca for sightings. The Park has 338 bird species, which is a record for any national park in the United States. The list of species includes such rare birds as the bald eagle, 23 warbler variations and falcons by the bushel load. If you’re looking to fill out your life list, Acadia is the place ... 17). North Spain – Santander, Zaragoza and Vigo Madrid and the attractions of southern Spain tend to get all of the attention. In the northern part of the country, Santander, Zargoza and Vigo are hidden gems. Santander Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, Santander is a city going about its business. Squeezed between mountains and the harbor, the city is narrow ... 18). Grunion Runs – Fishing With Your Hands In San Diego Fishing is peaceful and inspiring sport regardless of the type of fishing your doing. Well, with one exception – grunion runs. El Grunionino Throughout the year, the fish known as the grunion run in San Diego and much of California. This little silver fish reproduces by “running” up the beach during the high tide in the m... 19). Rock Climbing Areas in KY – Kentucky At first glance, rock climbing in Kentucky may seem like a far fetched idea. Au contraire! Red River Gorge provides great rock climbing areas in KY. Rock Climbing Areas in KY – Kentucky Located in the Daniel Boone National Forest, the greater Red River Gorge area is over 26,000 acres. The Red River runs for approximately ... 20). Spain – Madrid, Barcelona and Ibiza Spain is the land of romance and amazing oddities. From bullfights to Gaudi to partying the night away on Ibiza, travelers could easily spend a year exploring Spain. Madrid With a population of over three million, Madrid is a big, modern city in central Spain. The suburbs of Madrid are very modern and not particularly int... 21). Riviera Maya, Mexico – Paradise Defined The Riviera Maya on the Caribbean coast was a secret getaway to paradise for many years. No longer. Now it is considered one of the finest beach areas in the world. Riviera Maya Located on the Yucatan Peninsula in the state of Quintana Roo, the Riviera Maya is jaw dropping beautiful. Although the area was only known to a s... 22). Athens Taxi Ride – Extreme Sports Athens is a huge, congested city and the local taxis are your main means of getting around. The average Athens tax ride is inexpensive, just bring your helmet. Living on the Edge I had just arrived in Athens with a couple who’ll remain nameless. [He’s now a respectable doctor and married to someone else.] My buddy, “John”... 23). The Oregon Trail – Beginning in Arrow Rock, Missouri The Oregon Trail holds a unique place in the history of the United States. Thousands of pioneers used the trail to populate the middle and western parts of the country in the 19th century. Oregon Trail In the eighteen hundreds, the east coast of the United States had become overcrowded and expensive. For relief, people lo... 24). Costa Rica – Tales of the Guaro Every country has a unique beverage it claims as its own. In Costa Rica, the beverage of choice is Guaro. Beverages There is a certain national pride associated with claiming an alcoholic beverage. Think of Mexico and tequila immediately comes to mind. Vodka, of course, goes with Russia. Visit Greece and an ouzo headache c... 25). Bird Watching Journals – Preserve Your Bird Watching Experiences Bird Watching is a great way to escape the rat race and be one with nature. Alas, your bird watching experiences can fade with time. The best way to prevent this is to keep a bird watching journal for your sightings and trips. Bird Watching Journals Take a minute to give some consideration to your most recent bird watching... 26). Eastern Russia – Vladivostok, Khabarovsk and Magadan With an incredibly large land mass, Russia is really many countries in one. In this article, we take a look at travel destinations in the Far East. Vladivostok A naval port city on the Pacific Ocean, Vladivostok has a passing resemblance to a run down San Francisco. Home to the Pacific Fleet of the Russian Navy, the city h... 27). Bird Watching Life Lists – Keeping A Record If you’re a birder, you want to keep a list of sightings when you bird watch. Your life lists should be kept in a bird watching journal. Life List A life list is a record of the species of birds you’ve sighted over time. Typically, the list is kept in a journal. Each entry notes the bird species, the date, location and any... 28). A Day at the Summer Palace of Peter the Great For elegance and old world feel, St. Petersburg is by far the best Russian city. If you go, a visit to Peterhof, the summer palace of Peter the Great is a must. Peterhof As Tanya and I left St. Petersburg for Peterhof, I was in a foul mood. A pickpocket had cut through the bottom of my backpack and swiped my camera. The f... 29). Adrenaline Rafting Basics Rafting down rapids is a good way to get the old ticker clicking over at a high rate. Here is an overview of the basics of rafting down the rapids. Adrenaline Rafting Basics In the last 30 years, rapids rafting has gained massive popularity. People tend to go in groups for a family gathering, friends reuniting and even co... 30). Argentina Travel - Buenos Aires, Mar del Plata, Iguazú Falls, Tierra del Fuego, and Patagonia Argentina is on the way back from the economic crisis of the last few years. If you are looking for a travel destination, Argentina is amazing and cheap. Economic Woes While Argentina has unlimited beauty, it also has unlimited corruption. The massive corruption finally lead to an economic crisis at the turn of the century... 31). Bird Watching Gifts - Holiday Gift Ideas Bird watching is one of the fastest growing interests in the world. If you’re buying for a bird watcher, here’s a primer on ideas for bird watching gifts. Bird Watching Gifts Bird watching may seem the simplest of tasks. In truth, there are lots of gadgets, which gives you an opportunity to find great bird watching gifts 32). Athens – A Walk On The Wild Side Athens is known for archeological sites and history. If you want a break from history, Athens has much more to offer travelers. Athens You’ve seen the Acropolis, you’ve hit the museums and you’re trying to figure out if it is time to head to the islands. Wait! You’re missing much of the modern charm of Athens. 33). Travel Journals – How To Keep A Travel Journal It goes without saying that memories of trips and vacations fade with time. If you learn how to keep a travel journal, this need not be the case. Traveling tends to be a schizophrenic event. On one hand, there is the trip you intended to take and may have even organized down to the tiniest detail. Then there is reality. Reality, of co... 34). Copenhagen – Ice Rinks and Danish Elephants On my first visit to Denmark, I fell in love with the country and the city of Copenhagen. Contrary to my guidebook, you could see elephants and experience ice hockey in the dead of summer. The Hanson Brothers Upon arriving in Copenhagen, I was burned out from backpacking and looking forward to a good nap. I was traveling w... 35). Eclectic Barcelona – What a Blast Barcelona is one of my favorite cities in Europe. From a general liveliness to museums to attractions, Barcelona has it all and definite eclectic flare. Eclectic Barcelona – What a Blast Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia, an autonomous area in the south east of Spain. The city sits directly on the Mediterranean coast a... 36). Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas The holidays are quickly approaching, which means it’s time to buy gifts. If you’re a little light on funds, following are ideas for inexpensive Christmas gifts. Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas It is easy to blow your budget and run up credit cards when shopping for Christmas gifts. To avoid this, here’s a list of inexpen... 37). Unique Camping Gift Ideas for Christmas As November passes quickly, it is time to start thinking about buying Christmas gifts. Here’s a primer on unique Christmas gift ideas for people who like to go camping. Unique Camping Gifts Camping enthusiasts love to get away from the rat race and just take in the majesty of Mother Nature. If you’re shopping for a person... 38). Budapest, Hungary – The Castle District Towering a couple hundred feet above the Danube River, the Castle District in Budapest is a special place. Surrounded by gothic churches with stain glass, a visit to the Castle District is like stepping back into the renaissance. Castle District Situated in the Buda section of Budapest, the Castle District sits on the east... 39). Holiday Shopping Online – Delivery Rules For Your Orders Holiday shopping online has taken a lot of stress out the holiday season with one exception. What if your order doesn’t show up on time? Here are the delivery rules. Holiday Shopping – Prompt Delivery Rules The Internet is the fastest growing source of holiday gifts orders. The FTC, however, has received complaints in the ... 40). Finding Places to Stay When Visiting Hong Kong Hong Kong is an eclectic mix of Chinese and British influences mixed with a massive amount of adrenaline. Fortunately, you can find places to stay when visiting Hong Kong without much problem. Finding Places to Stay When Visiting Hong Kong Hong Kong is both a modern and ancient city. First appearances reveal a modern metro... 41). Fly Fishing – I Know Knot What I Do When it comes to fly fishing, tying a knot is not the most glamorous of subjects. Without a knot, however, you’ll not be snatching the Muskie of your dreams. Fly Fishing Knots First thing first, we need to get the lingo down since we wont be using illustrations in this article. Three basic terms will cover practically any... 42). Cheap Gift Ideas Regardless of whether you don’t want to spend a bundle or simply can’t, there are plenty of cheap gifts that will make people smile. Here’s a list of cheap gift ideas. Cheap Gift Ideas You can find all of the following cheap gift ideas online. Just search for the words in parentheses and you should find them. ... 43). Holland – The Keukenhof Gardens Holland is the land of tulips. When it comes to seeing tulips, no place in the world outdoes the Keukenhof Gardens. Keukenhof Gardens The Keukenhof Gardens are located to the southwest of Amsterdam. I know this because I was visiting Amsterdam with an old friend and his wife. He and I had talked about taking the tour at t... 44). Ya Mule! Backpacking in Siena, Italy Ah, the glamour of backpacking through Europe. Of course, the glamour comes with a price as I found in Siena, Italy. Siena Siena is located an hour or so outside of Florence, Italy. My handy dandy guidebook suggested it was a side trip that just had to be made. A medieval structure located behind protective walls on the t... 45). Budapest, Hungary – An Incredible City Located in Eastern Europe, Hungary is diverse and beautiful country. The undisputed treasure of the country is Budapest. Budapest – A Tale of Three Cities Over 2,000 years old, Budapest is a large city containing traces of the various forces that have ruled it over time. Romans, Turks, Goths and many others have conquered ... 46). A Basic Overview of Kayaks and Kayaking Kayaking is growing in popularity. It is a sport with a lot of variations, which are covered below in this article. A Basic Overview of Kayaks and Kayaking At its core, kayaking is simply a method of propelling oneself through a body of water by using ones own power. A paddle is used to do this with the paddle usually hav... 47). Athens, Greece – A Whirlwind of History Athens is the pre-eminent city of Greece and the main arrival destination. No city mixes history and a chaotic energy better than Athens. Athens Athens is city with stunning archeological sites, colorful neighbors, overcrowding and smog like you’ve never seen it. For many travelers, the general impression is one of a poet... 48). Fly Fishing On The Green River - Paradise Lost Fly fishing is all about finding a great location, preferably in the middle of a hatch. The Green River in Utah was one such place, but is it still? The Secret Is Out No less than five years ago, it seemed like you head to the Green River and see few others along your little stretch of paradise. These days, it seems like a... 49). Avila, Spain Madrid is a city almost without equal in Europe. If you need a break from it, you can take a day trip to Avila to catch a bit of fresh air and see some amazing sites. Avila, Spain Madrid has so much going on it is often hard to drag yourself away from. You will, however, eventually need a break. A day trip to Avila, a town... 50). Bird Watching Binoculars – Critical Bird Watching Equipment Avid bird watching enthusiasts often look like pack mules hiking to a gold rush in the west. Bird watching binoculars are one of the critical pieces of equipment they carry. Binoculars There are a lot of issues when it comes to choosing binoculars for bird watching. Optics and personal preference seem to be the foremost, ... Browse Pages: 1 [2] [3] [4]