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Monthly Archive: July 2017

Guide to Whale Watching in Mendocino and Cape Cod

nbvggtBesides their picturesque landscapes, Mendocino and Cape Cod draw thousands of tourists every year for whale watching. The largest mammals on Earth definitely deserve an audience as they migrate past coastal points, feed near the coast, or swim in inlets. These ocean creatures are elusive as they are beautiful, so you might want to read our guide first before embarking on a whale-watching excursion.

Whale Watching on the Mendocino Coast

One tough thing about whale watching is competing for the view with other tourists, but that’s not an issue when you’re on the Mendocino Coast. The best season to catch a glimpse of gray whales is between December and May. These whales, counting more than 20,000, travel from Alaska and the Bearing Sea down to their breeding grounds in Baja, California, from December to February. When their babies are born, they return to the north from March through May. (more…)

Romantic Things to Do in Charlotte NC

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Charlotte NC is known for its charm, romance, and all the irresistible activities that make dating much more exciting than other cities in North Carolina. The 18th-century architecture, the diverse backdrop, haute cuisine—couples looking for an amorous getaway will find the perfect setting in Charlotte.

Dine at the Fig Tree Restaurant

Visit the Elizabeth neighborhood and have a romantic dinner date at a historic 1913 Craftsman Bungalow. A registered landmark, the Fig Tree Restaurant serves a seasonal menu of French and Italian cuisine and has a wide selection of international wines. Choose a table from any of their five cozy dining rooms. Have a seat near the fireplace or enjoy dining under the stars on the verandah on a clear night. (more…)

The Best Furniture Museums in the US

If you’re like me who visits Ikea just to admire and appreciate their furniture collection, then why not go to an actual furniture museum? See how present furniture trends today have been influenced by the remarkable designs dating back to pre-World War I period. So if you desire inspiration for your home or office, then stop by these furniture museums for some aesthetics and history!

High Point Museum

North Carolina’s town of High Point saw first-hand the economic and social contributions of the booming furniture manufacturing era, which began in the 1880s. At the turn of the 20th century, High Point became the center of furniture manufacturing and marketing in the South, as well as the entire country. At the Museum, visit the High Point’s Furniture Heritage exhibit and learn how the furniture industry triggered the growth and prosperity of the city. Have fun with the interactive elements and learn from the videos, photographs, and memorabilia of the beginnings of the industry. Old machinery and furniture are also part of the exhibit. (more…)

Why travel to Denmark

Denmark is commonly known as a country with a great business climate, not to mention the least corrupt and also second most relaxing country in the world.

Denmark has also achieved the distinction to be the happiest place on the planet, and you will see this when you visit Denmark. In its city, Copenhagen, you can find Danes smiling when shopping along Europe’s pedestrian streets. In winter season when the sun hardly shines, you will find leisure activities, and you will find several festivals spotted throughout every season, like the 3 days Carnival of Copenhagen, the colorful Aalborg Carnival, the Odense International Days of Blues as well as the Holmsboe Festival in Horsens. (more…)

Most Popular Resorts in Crete

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Travelling to Crete and need an awesome place to stay at? From the far east side of the island, Sitia to the far west side, Kissamos you will not miss a nice place to stay at and enjoy great facilities. By having a wonderful place planned to stay at you will surely enjoy your trip. Once you land at the airport just get into a car and the Heraklion Airport car rental will take you all the way to any resort of your choice. What are your options? Here are the best to choose from. (more…)