Jul 09, 2011

Humayun’s Tomb

INDIA, DELHI

Humayun’s Tomb is well worth a visit. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993 it is an excellent example of early Mughal architecture. The Taj Mahal in Agra was inspired by it. Emperor Humayun’s widow,…Read More

Jul 09, 2011

Red Fort

INDIA, DELHI

The Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007, is the largest monument in Old Delhi. Massive red sandstone walls surround the fort. It contains an audience hall, marble palaces, private apartments, a mosque, a…Read More

Jul 07, 2011

10 Days in Mexico

MEXICO, ROUTES

DAY 1 Arrive in Mexico City, Mexico. DAY 2 Explore Mexico City.  Visit the city center. If you have time, take a half day trip to Xochimilco Floating Gardens. DAY 3 Take the bus to Acapulco. DAY…Read More

Feb 24, 2011

Taxco

MEXICO, TAXCO

Taxco is a small silver town nestled in the hills located about two hours outside of Mexico City in the Mexican state of Guerrero. Taxco is hilly and the streets are narrow and irregular. Be careful…Read More

Feb 23, 2011

Ixtapa

MEXICO, IXTAPA

Ixtapa is located on the Pacific Coast in the Mexican state of Guerrero.  It is a laid-back resort town compared to Acapulco, Cancun and Cabo San Lucas.  There are fewer people and the downtown is significantly…Read More

Feb 22, 2011

Zihuatanejo

MEXICO, ZIHUATANEJO

Zihuatanejo is a charming seaside town that is also a popular cruise ship destination. The town can be bustling with tourist when cruise ships are docked, but by evening the cruise ships are gone and the…Read More

Feb 21, 2011

Teotihuacán

MEXICO, MEXICO CITY

LOCATION Teotihuacán is located about an hour outside of Mexico City. To get there, go to the North Terminal and take the Autobuses México-San Juan Teotihuacán. Buses depart around every half hour.  Make sure your bus…Read More

Feb 18, 2011

Mexico City

MEXICO, MEXICO CITY

Mexico City is the largest and most populated city in the country.  It is also the capital and the epicenter for political, cultural, and financial activity.  One of the first things you will notice upon arrival…Read More

Jan 21, 2011

10 Days in Budapest and Vienna

HUNGARY, BUDAPEST, ROUTES, AUSTRIA, VIENNA

DAY 1 Arrive in Budapest, Hungary. DAY 2 Spend the day on the west bank, also known as Buda.  Take a stroll through the Castle District.  Visit the Royal Palace and the Fishermen’s Bastion for panoramic…Read More

Jan 21, 2011

Top Budapest Attractions

HUNGARY, BUDAPEST

Budapest is the largest city is Hungary. The city consists of three separate cities (Buda, Obuda and Pest) which are now united. The Danube River divides the city.  Pest lies to the easter bank and is…Read More