Monday, November 28, 2011

Travel Guide to Zagreb, Croatia

Zagreb is the capital and largest city of Croatia. This vibrant city is home to about 800 000 people and about 1 million more in the metropolitan area of the city. Besides being a major commercial and economical centre, Zagreb is also developing into a popular tourist destination, offering a rich medieval historical scene with all the monuments, museums and art galleries. On the other hand, also offering a warm nightlife with plenty of restaurants, cafes, theaters and cinemas.

What to see / do

  • Jarun Lake Recreation Centre - A man made oasis of five island pebble beaches
  • Mirogoj Cemetery
  • Nature Park Medvednica - Walking and Hiking trails in summer and skiing in winter
  • Sports Park Mladost - A sport’s park with swimming and water polo pools and other indoor and outdoor sports facilities
  • Stone Gate
  • Skiing on Mt Medvednica - Also accessible at night and cable cars to take you to the top
  • The Tower of Lotrscak
  • Zagreb City Zoo - The city’s biggest park and main attraction among families and kids
Events
  • Zagreb Film Festival
  • Zagreb International Folklore Festival
  • Queer Zagreb FM Festival
  • The International Festival “Funny Comics Show”
  • One Take Film Festival
  • Festival of New Circus
  • International Puppet Festival
  • Zagreb Festival
  • Dance Week Festival

Visit http://bestflights.co.za/internationalflights/croatia/zagreb for more information on Zagreb, Croatia

Monday, November 21, 2011

Travel Guide to Nicosia, Cyprus

An island in the Mediterranean Sea, the country is located east of Greece, south of Turkey, west of Syria and north of Egypt. The Cyprus Island is the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Due to the location, Cyprus has two official languages namely Greek and Turkish. The country's main ethnic group is Greek. Cyprus is also part of the European Union.

What to See

  • Hamam Omerye
  • Troodos Mountains
  • Lefkara's Orthodox Church
  • Hala Sultan Tekke
  • Haneromeni School
  • Neolithic Archeological Site
  • Temple to Apollo Ilatis
  • Paphos Castle
  • Petra tou Romiou ("Rock of the Greek")
What to Do
  • Cyprus Aphrodite Half Marathon
  • Cyprus International 4-day Challenge
  • Cyprus Sunshine Cup
  • Cyprus Marathon
  • Cyprus Salsa Congress
  • Procession of St Lazarus
  • Berengaria International Music Festival
  • Street Life Festival
  • Anthestiria Flower Festival
  • International Pharos Chamber Music Festival
  • Shakespeare Festival
  • Paradise Jazz Festival
  • Afamia Grape Festival
  • Palouze Festival
  • Ayia Napa Cultural Winter

Visit http://bestflights.co.za/internationalflights/cyprus/nicosia for more information on Nicosia, Cyprus

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Travel Guide to Geneva, Switzerland

Geneva, the second most populous city in Switzerland, has 188 000 citizens in the city and 780 000 in the metropolitan area. In 2009 a survey found this city to have the third-highest quality of life of all cities in the world. It is also one of the world’s major centers of diplomacy.

What to see / do

  • Jet d'Eau
  • Cathedral St-Pierre
  • Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
  • Museum of the International Red Cross
  • Musée Ariana
  • Brunswick Monument
  • Palais des Nations
Events
  • Caves Ouvertes
  • Bol D'Or Yacht Race
  • Fête de la Musique
  • Fete de Geneve
  • L'Escalade
  • Geneva Motor Show

Visit http://bestflights.co.za/internationalflights/switzerland/geneva for more information on Geneva, Switzerland

Monday, November 7, 2011

Travel Guide to Adelaide, Australia

Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia, is Australia’s fifth largest city with a population of slightly over 1.28 million. This coastal city is also located among the wine regions of McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley and Clare Valley, all situated within a daytrip of the city.

What To See

  • Adelaide Planetarium
  • Adelaide Zoo
  • Art Gallery of South Australia
  • Botanic Gardens of Adelaide
  • Cleland Wildlife Park
  • Maritime Museum
  • National Motor Museum
Events
  • Adelaide Festival
  • Adelaide Fringe
  • Natuzzi The Parade Food, Wine and Music Festival 2012
  • WOMADelaide
Visit http://bestflights.co.za/internationalflights/australia/adelaide for more information on Adelaide, Australia