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The United States Virgin Islands
The US Virgin Islands came into America’s possession in 1917 after Denmark sold the Danish West Indies to it for $25m in gold. At the time, the USA was worried that the Germans would gain control of the islands and use them as a base from which to launch attacks on America. Continue reading
Are All Inclusive Vacation Packages A Good Idea?
Are you thinking of going on a vacation in the near future? How do you normally go? Do you fly there and then sort yourself out or do you take vacation packages? It is certain that vacation packages are simpler and usually cheaper too. Continue reading
Honeymoon On St Croix
After your wedding day, your honeymoon is one of the most memorable times of your life and so must surely count as one of best holidays you will ever have. It is the beginning of a new life with the person you love. As such it is a good reason to visit somewhere you have always wanted to go, somewhere very special. Continue reading
Luxury Sea Cruises
Vacationing on a cruise liner is rightly considered to be elite and luxurious. It is certainly the best kind of vacation that I have ever had. The luxury far surpasses staying in a five star hotel. On the other hand, it is like an elite all inclusive holiday, because once on board, all the entertainment and all your meals are free. Alcoholic drinks must be paid for, but then they are duty free. Continue reading
Saint Croix Of The US Virgin Islands
Saint Croix is the biggest of the US Virgin Islands although the capital city, Charlotte Amelie, is situated on St Thomas. Saint Croix itself has two towns Frederiksted (pop. 830) and Christiansted (pop. 3,000). The name of the island derives from the earlier Spanish name used by Christopher Columbus in 1493 – Santa Cruz or ‘Holy Cross’. As Santa Cruz, Saint Croix gets a great deal of mention in swashbuckling stories of pirates and buccaneers sailing on the Spanish Main. Continue reading
Global Crisis Affecting Hotel Industry
Hotel loyalty programmes are another method to entice guests to book their holidays at all types of hotels. Over half of frequent business guests belong to some loyalty programme that offers special benefits to customers. Economically strapped travelers want to be rewarded for their loyalty. Many cheap hotel chains are now offering superior rewards, upgrades and extra amenities just to attract entry level customers. Continue reading
Taking Your Dog To St Croix
Whether you prefer clear mountain air or the ozone-rich, salty air of the sea, you can find places to take your dog for a walk that are idyllic, even when you are on holiday. If you are a nature lover and a dog lover, you could choose a vacation destination with nature and your dog in mind. Continue reading
Unforgettable Stay At Cheap Hotel
These days, we notice the growing requirement for budget hotel, this in turn has resulted in growth of numerous independent hotels and back packers hotels across the world including countries like Australia. Gone are the days, when the package tours were favored for summer holiday trips, in fact these are no longer in trend presently. People are no longer lured by the claims of consistency made by these package tours. They rather want to remove the middle man and seek for the best appointment deal online Continue reading
5 Great Things To Do In The Mountains
Will you be heading to the mountains and curious about what you can get into? There’s lots of terrific adventures in the mountains and according to how much time you might have depends on exactly how daring you can be. Continue reading
A Caribbean Wedding On St Croix
St Croix, in the US Virgin Islands in the Caribbean has been a stylish honeymoon location for newly wed couples for decades, because the weather there is sunny all year round and you can get pleasure from any number of magnificent vacation activities together. Continue reading