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Soak up history during a stop in Boston on North America cruises

October 8th, 2011 No comments

Soak up history during a stop in Boston on North America cruises

Article by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines









If you’re planning to go on a North America cruise for your next holiday, you may want to make sure your ship stops in Boston.

The city is one of the oldest in the US and is home to some fascinating attractions that mustn’t be missed by those with a keen interest in the history of the country.

Many important events have taken place here, including the Boston Massacre, which occurred in 1770 when colonists and British soldiers clashed in a deadly riot.

The Boston Tea Party also played a vital part in American history – and you can see the building where Samuel Adams first plotted it in the form of the Old South Meeting House.

This structure is one of 16 historical sites you can see on the Freedom Trail, which takes around two to three hours to complete on foot.

Other points of interest on the route include Boston Common, the US’s oldest park, as well as the USS Constitution.

The vessel is the oldest commissioned warship still afloat in the world and is a spectacular sight to behold.

There are plenty of other attractions away from the Freedom Trail – why not take in the Romanesque-style Trinity Church and John Hancock Tower while in Copley Square, for example?

The latter is the tallest building in New England and certainly worth a visit while in Boston on a cruise excursion.

You may also want to head to the Public Garden and the nearby Cheers bar, which was where the exterior shots for the sitcom of the same name were filmed.

If you love museums, the Gibson House Museum and the Old State House Museum offer a fascinating insight into Boston’s history.

For art lovers, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Institute of Contemporary Art are just two of the many galleries scattered across the city.

Food aficionados will be able to sample some great cuisine at venues like the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, which houses 14 restaurants and pubs and is located close to the New England Aquarium, the Old State House, the Children’s Museum and Paul Revere’s House.



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If you want to explore historic Boston on a cultural cruise, see what Fred. Olsen can do for you today. We offer a wide range of North America and Canada cruises, including packages that allow for excursions to Boston.










Air Travel through out North America like Never Before

October 5th, 2011 No comments

Air Travel through out North America like Never Before

Long gone are the days when flying was such a monotonous activity and everybody impatiently waited for the plane to land. In today’s world, where we live our lives in a fast lane and almost everything is getting commercialized, even hiring a plane for an urgent business trip is very much possible. These chartered flights are swiftly redefining the air travel which was never seen before.

These air taxis have comfortably appointed cabins which can accommodate up to 7 passengers, to enable your entire team to travel together, relaxing or privately developing business strategy without losing time in long airport security lines or crowded commercial airliners. This allows to you simply arrive at your destination energized / rejuvenated and ready to take on the business assignment in hand. If you are on the map of New York Air charter then you need not worry at all.  There are a plenty of services available but Adirondack Flying Service is among the leading New York charter flights.

Adirondack Flying Service is generally a suitable flying alternative if you’re flying to and from a local airport within 350 miles of their base of operations which is stationed at Lake Placid Airport, NY. To be precise this area lies anywhere from Boston, New York and Philadelphia to Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal including all of New York and New England. Within that range (i.e. your flight can also fall under the category of Boston Charter Flights), such flight times are very competitive with jets, but on the contrary have significantly lower fares.

Some other major distinctions of these air taxis from regular jets are that their flying cost is normally half the cost of typical jet charters for a similar flight. Their pricing is done based on the entire plane, not by the number of passengers.  Prices can vary depending on the size of the plane and its particular features. Unlike the regular jets where you have comply by the baggage restrictions, these air taxis can easily carry over 1,000 pounds of luggage per trip that includes your golf clubs and skis, too. You also allowed carrying your pets along, depending on its kind; provided you may need to have your pets in a carrier and they can be with you for the whole trip.

But there are some set of rules and conditions you have to adhere to depending on various factors. Some conditions can be stated as it’s more than 24 hours before your scheduled departure, then cancellation would be without any charge.

Adirondack Flying Service started as a local air charter service out of Lake Placid, NY back in 1968. We provide comfortable, convenient air charter and air taxi services. Planning Your Air Charter Flights? Call 866-439-2399 or complete our online quote request for a full and final quote.

Try a Hotel Philadelphia to see the heart of America

April 29th, 2011 No comments

Try a Hotel Philadelphia to see the heart of America

Article by Gareth Hoyle

 

Philadelphia is an important city in American history but with stunning parks and attractions, shopping and multicultural restaurants don’t miss out on everything else the City of Brotherly Love has to offer, find a good hotel Philadelphia that offers you access to everything.

Philadelphia is called the City of Brotherly Love after the Greek for philos meaning “love” and adelphos meaning “brother”, and after you have spent a few days there you will feel it is a home from home in your hotel Philadelphia.

Philadelphia was the first settlement in America and acted as the capital for some time, this means as far as American history is concerned you couldn’t be in a better place to see the story of America unfold. You can visit the Independence Centre where the Declaration of Independence was signed as well as the Constitution, Philadelphia boasts important sons such as Benjamin Franklin and Walt Whitman who both have great architectural bridges named after them connecting both sides of the Delaware.

Picking a hotel Philadelphia won’t be hard as there are many historical buildings that have been turned into hotels as well as some new buildings to accommodate the millions of visitors Philadelphia welcomes each year. With various styles of hotel Philadelphia can offer you a good solution for your budget and competition between the hotels means you won’t need a handful of ‘Benjamins’ to get a really nice room.

Philadelphia is known for its rich history and museums but that is not this city has to offer, if you ask at your hotel Philadelphia has a lot of attractions such as beautiful parks and gardens, Aquariums and Zoo’s and with religious diversity many different sacred and religious buildings.

With Philadelphia being an important settlement the community is rich and diverse and this is reflected in the cuisines, you can choose from multicultural foods ranging from Asian, Italian, Southern and Soul and if you want you can keep your drinks bill down by bringing your own bottle. You will be able to eat in your hotel Philadelphia has so much to offer it would be a shame not to try a few.

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Visit the City of Brotherly Love by going online to Hotel Philadelphia to see the great range of deals and packages that suits your trip and your budget.

 

 

Deer Valley Resort Vacations Offer Many Lodging options

July 8th, 2009 No comments
by Robin Rutecki

Deer Valley vacation rentals are one of the reasons that Deer Valley Resort is such a popular vacation destination. Perfectly placed in the mountains, Deer Valley rentals offer vacationers many diverse options to choose from when planning a vacation. You can’t go wrong anytime of the year at one of America’s most popular mountain destinations.

While the places to stay are wonderful exciting attractions, the snow capped mountains and sparkling lakes are worthy of praise themselves. The landscape is scenic enough that the 2002 winter Olympics held several events on the majestic mountains that tower over the surrounding areas.

Deer Valley vacation rentals offer a lot to choose from. You can stay on the slopes of the mountains in a plush ski-in ski-out residence or choose a well appointed condo for two. The whole family can stay in a large townhouse overlooking a lake that, I’m sure I saw on a couple of post cards. Choosing where you will stay is an important component of your vacation, but no matter what you decide, Deer Valley vacation rentals are always a great choice.

Deer Valley rental condos are an excellent option. Ranging from one bedroom to more than five, multiple families can share the expenses leaving more money for dining out or activities. A lot of the areas condos are privately owned, which means a personal touch from someone who cares about the properties upkeep and well-being.

Be sure to save time and a little money for shopping and dining during on your stay. While the extras aren’t terribly expensive, there are countless opportunities to choose from and your going to want to try as many as possible. Skiing, snowmobiling, tubing, and ice skating are prominent in the winter. Golf, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, and outdoor concerts are popular in summer. No matter what time of year you visit Deer Valley, there will be plenty to keep you entertained.

If you don’t care about activities and want to stay inside during your get away, then this is the perfect place. It’s nearly impossible to find a Deer Valley vacation rental that’s not equipped with a fireplace. What you might not expect are the washing machines and spacious fully equipped kitchens. Relax at ease in a hot tub or enjoy the comforts of a bear skin rug placed perfectly in front of a crackling fire place.

Maybe you’re interested in a truly high end vacation experience. Deer Valley Resort offers some of the most luxurious lodging options in the world. Inquire about a private home rental in the exclusive Bald Eagle, Deer Crest, or Flagstaff neighborhoods to treat yourself to the best. These Deer Valley vacation rentals cater to those with expensive taste, but are well worth every penny.

Whether you come for the beauty or the skiing, Deer Valley Resort has many fantastic vacation rental choices for your vacation. Fill your time with events and tours or stay in and play all day. Just don’t miss out on the vacation of a lifetime.

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America’s Paradise is the US Virgin Islands

June 8th, 2009 No comments
by Simon N James

In the Virgin Islands a wide range of diving and other amazing activities can be found, the US Virgin Islands consists of over 50 islands with the most famous ones being the islands of St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix. Reaching these 3 islands is fairly simple with many airports in the US flying their.

Insland of St. Thomas

Typically the dive centres will take you to a dive site located at the waters of Pillsbury Sound between St. Thomas and St. John to dive the various shipwrecks encrusted with bright sponges and coral. One nice example is the General Rogers what is a 120-foot US Coast Guard buoy which was sunk to form a reef which sits upright in around 60 feet of water. The reef as grown on the buoy and has created an Orange cup coral and others with abundance of fishes such as angelfish and grunts.

Probably the best diving in the Virgin Islands is Sail Rock which towers up 125 feet in the air off the West End of St Thomas and is teeming with jacks, wrasse, barracuda, turtles and others.

Island of St. John

Located between the islands St. John and St. Thomas are two very popular diving locations called Congo Cay and Carval Rock. Carval rock a nice dive site which is home to many turtles, swarming silversides, cruising reef sharks, and waving sea rods and gorgonians. The swim-through is a must do which tower is between two towering rock faces is covered with vibrant marine life.

Congo Cay’s is an opposite dive to Carval Rock with a drift dive though some amazing weathered; the dive site has its own resident sting rays creating a lovely dive. Both dive sites can be done from a basic level but if the weather is bad only experienced divers can dive.

St. Croix

North side of St. Croix is one of the best wall dives in the Caribbean, the wall starts only 100 yards of the beach line and drops to several thousand feet, there are around 20 dive sites located along the wall with varying natures features such as pinnacles, ledges, walls and caverns.

All the Dive shops on all three islands of St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix will offer resort courses, complete certification classes and rental equipment. Many package deals are available with local hotels and dive operators combining for a single price package. Accommodations range from 5-star resorts and villas to small, family run inns and hotels. Camping is even available for those who want to rough it a bit outdoors.

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