RSS FeedwesOld and new mingle in West Virginia in surprising harmony. In the eastern panhandle you can explore pre-Revolutionary buildings, shop for the latest in fashions, and relax in a Roman bath, all in the same day. To the west and south the mountain roads are scenic but sometimes narrow and limited to 40 mph. Do your driving in the daytime to enjoy the many overlooks and small towns reminiscent of the 1950s.
Charles Town, named for George Washington’s brother, who was an early resident, is irrevocably linked with Harpers Ferry, for it is where John Brown was hanged for treason. The Jefferson County Courthouse here houses a museum that includes among its artifacts the wagon that delivered Brown to his fate on the courthouse square. ... More
Exploring West Virginia
March 25th, 2012 
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The Dublinia Exhibition
March 24th, 2012 Travel Passion Dublin is the most popular city in Ireland. Thanks to low cost flights there are a lot of tourists that decide to visit this capital, where everyone will find his place. If you want to see the city according a new perspective, you have to see The Dublinia exhibition, which covers the formative period of Dublin’s history form the arrival of the Anglo-Normans in 1170 till the closure of monasteries in 1540. ... More
Traveling Between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap
March 20th, 2012 Travel Passion As the capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia, Phnom Penh is strategically positioned in the center of the country at the confluence of four branches of the Mekong River. Though it was founded in 1434, Phnom Penh is a small city with only a million inhabitants. There are only a few notable sights, which you can easily cover in a morning. While in Phnom Penh, find some time to visit a market or two. ... More
Exploring Zimbabwe: Harare, National Monument, National Park
March 19th, 2012 Travel Passion What so many people come to Zimbabwe for, of course, is the fantastic numbers of wildlife: from the lion, elephant, and wild dogs of Hwange National Park to the hippos and stealthy crocodiles of Mana Pools—and all kinds of birds and beasts in between. The country prides itself On its largely successful game management policies, and the fact that a good 13% of Zimbabwe is dedicated wildlife country or protected nature reserves is a source of pride. ... More
Manchester: Daily Express Building
March 17th, 2012 Travel Passion If you are going to plan your holidays, you could chose to visit the beautiful city of Manchester. Thanks to the huge number of low cost companies, you will be able to find a cheap flight to Manchester!
Very interesting to see is the Daily Express Building, a fabulous Art Deco structure characterized by black and silver glass that reflect the version on London’s Fleet Street. ... More
Magnificent Switzerland is a mountain lovers paradise
March 15th, 2012 Travel Passion Magnificent Switzerland is a mountain lovers paradise. Approximately 60 – 70% of this central European country is mountainous, including, of course, the majestic Alps. Romantic poets have penned their praises and people have travelled here throughout the ages to marvel at the snow capped wonders or to attempt to conquer them. However, in addition to these towering giants, Switzerland also possesses a central plateau of sweeping plains and rolling hills dotted by large, shimmering lakes. ... More
Visiting Dublin
March 13th, 2012 Travel Passion Dublin is one the most visited cities in the Europe. The city of the music, its tradition varies from folk music all the way to pop (U2 were born and bred here!). It is a concise town – young, weird and colourful, characterized by beautiful Georgian buildings, with a notorious literary culture, just think about Joyce and his stream of consciousness. Moreover there are several pubs and guest-houses where you can truly embody the Irish spirit. ... More
