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The Eureka Valley in San Francisco

May 25, 2012 – 5:15 pm

Eureka Valley, just south of Market Street and west of Castro, indicates a small neighborhood of San Francisco that is able to give some surprises to its visitors. These surprises include a spectacular view of the Kite Hill, where you can enjoy the city from the top.

The public park is maintained by the residents, who have made it popular among tourists who curious to learn more about the habits of those who live in this beautiful city.

Also in this park, you can find the free slide whuch was built after a competition among the residents. The competition was won by a fourteen year old. The slide is much loved by children and adults. But beware though, because it is a very fast ramp constructed of concrete, and therefore not suitable for children. This is not recommended, unless you are properly dressed.

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Miscellaneous

How can you prevent the theft of your rented vehicle

May 25, 2012 – 3:00 pm

One of the most frequent crimes across the globe, no matter which country you live in, is car theft. In the US alone 737,142 vehicles were stolen in 2010 and that is a loss that comes to the order of $4.5 billion. And while most of us plainly assume “that is not going to happen to me”, you could very well be the next victim of a car theft. Here are five simple and effective steps that will help bring down this risk considerable for your rented car while on a vacation.

Lock your car & carry your keys with you:

Never forget to lock your car and while that might sound like a pretty silly thing to say, many individuals just do not bother about locking when they need to just stop for a couple of minutes and run into the store.

A few seconds are enough to lose your car and always carry your car keys with you. Do not stash a spare underside of the car for emergencies as more than a few people are aware of this trick.

Invest in a vehicle tracking system:

Invest in a sound and able vehicle tracking system, with a GPS unit installed. In case there is a theft, more than 80 percent of vehicles with tracking system in place are recovered safely. With all the technology around, does not hurt to spend a bit on quality tracking service.

Choose where you park:

Park smart if you want to be safe with your car. If you pick a lonely dark corner away from the crowd, then most likely a thief who wants to nab a car will pick your vehicle first. You are in fact, making his job easier! Park in a smart area and be all the more careful in new neighborhoods.

Know what you drive:

And we do not mean the technology that your car carries either. If you are driving a car that is top of the line, then you need to be all the more careful. Just like the shiniest toy is most likely to be stolen in a group of kids, the expensive drives are the sought after targets. Be extra careful if you drive an extra special set of wheels.

Insurance cover helps:

Get an insurance that covers such situations, among many more. You invested all that much in your fancy new car; why not pay a tad bit extra on your premium just to be safe, This will put your worries away.

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Miscellaneous

Cities Reflected in Water

May 24, 2012 – 4:17 pm

The play of light can create a unique picture. The reflections of palaces, houses and trees in the waters of rivers, lakes and oceans caught in camera is just amazing to look at.

Here are some of the best photos of cities that are reflected in waters, that creates an illuminated double vision.

Boston, Massachussets

Lisbon, Portugal

Los Angeles, California

Sacramento, California

Vancouver, Canada

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Destinations

The Archaeological Site of Zvartnots

May 24, 2012 – 4:10 pm

Tiridates III, king of Armenia at the turn of the third and fourth centuries AD (contemporary of Diocletian), had fallen into profound illness, from which no doctor could cure him. At that juncture, the king’s sister had a dream, in which she encounters the mystical healing powers of Gregory. After much insistence of his sister, Tiridates agreed to meet Gregory, who interceded and healed him.

About 3 centuries after this meeting, the ruler who declared Christianity the official religion of Armenia and St. Gregory the Illuminator, founder and patron saint of the Armenian Apostolic Church, built a magnificent cathedral. This was called the Cathedral of St. Gregory.

The Cathedral was destroyed by an earthquake in 930, and was buried under the stones until the early twentieth century. When the excavations, they found the remains of the royal palace. Today, the archaeological site of Zvartnots is considered world heritage site.

The archaeological site of Zvartnots is less than 20 kilometers from the center of Yerevan, the capital of Armenia.

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Destinations

The World Waterpark in Edmonton, Canada

May 24, 2012 – 4:03 pm

The largest indoor water park in the world is the World Waterpark in Edmonton, Canada. This water park is located inside the West Edmonton Mall, which is the largest mall in the world until the year 2004.

The numbers of the World Waterpark: 12.3 million liters of water, maintained at a constant temperature between 30 and 33 degrees; maximum capacity of 40,000 people; 19 slides, which is noted between the Twist and Cyclone; and bungee jump over the water.

Entrance is at 33 Canadian dollars, and $26 for children between 2 and 10 years.

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Destinations Travel Deals

The Phong Na-Khe Bang National Park

May 24, 2012 – 3:54 pm

The largest cave in the world is called Dong Soo found in the Vietnamese National Park. The Vietnamese National Park is located in Phong Na-Khe Bang.

Dong Soo is hidden under a large forest, which makes it almost inaccessible. It is 4.5 km long and 80 meters high, and has towering limestone stalagmites.

The Phong Na-Khe Bang National Park is a UNESCO heritage site. It is rich in caves, and is located 50 km north of Dong Hoi, the nearest town with an airport; and 500km from Hanoi.

The tour operator, Trails in the World, offers a package in this area of northern Vietnam. Tourists can embark on a 14-day journey beyond the tourist circuits; trekking with visits to the valleys and picturesque villages that are home to ethnic minorities; and then visit the Phong Na-Khe Bang park on foot and by bicycle.

If you prefer to rely on a local tour operator, the trip can be a bit more adventurous in the local traditions The Planks, based in Hanoi, offers a package that costs the equivalent of 20% less with the added opportunity to visit the caves of Park in a kayak. Among other things, The Planks also provides excursions to discover the life in the countryside, visiting markets and monuments of the city’s most traditional, and short cruises in the bay where the film “Indochina” was shot.

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Destinations

The Sand Dunes of Mui Ne

May 24, 2012 – 3:45 pm

If you have planned an escapade in Vietnam, be sure to visit one of its extraordinary places. One spectacular spot in Vietnam are the sand dunes of Mui Ne .

The sand dune of Mui Ne is located in an area colored by lush forests and bamboo groves; dunes that stretch for miles—varying from red to yellow to white.

The highest part of the dunes resembles a miniature Sahara, where there are no plants of any kind. The slopes are steep and difficult to trace. Also, if you go to Mui Ne, you can enjoy the view of small lakes and forests and pine trees that make their way through the sand.

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Destinations

The Peles Castelul

May 23, 2012 – 6:35 pm

Today, we will take you to a discovery of a wonderful castle: the Peles Castelul. The Peles Castelul is located in Romania, near the town of Sinaia in the Carpathian Mountains.

The neo-Renaissance building dominates the top of a hill, which is accessed on foot after parking the car.
Built between the late 800 and early 900, the castle has cost the equivalent of 120 million dollars. During the time when it was in the process of being built, the king had ordered the interior design by inserting references to styles and architectures around the world.

The Peles Castelul is well worth a visit.