Orange, Australia Travel Stories & Guides
Nordik Spa-Nature, Naturally
The tingle of bubbles in a warm pool, the chill of winter’s breath on your face, the soft glow and crackle of a wood fire, snowflakes on your head, pungent aromas of orange and eucalyptus...
By Gary Crallé - Jan 4, 2013
The Pearl of Florida's Gulf Coast
We’re kicking back in a hot tub with a view of the beach, a breeze from the Gulf of Mexico rustling in the crowns of overhanging coconut palms, thinking things couldn’t get much more...
By Alisson Clark - Oct 22, 2012
Perfectly Pampered at Gaylord Palms Relache Spa
I’ve always been a fan of the Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee. Mainly, I love the fact that they’ve brought the outdoors inside with authentic-looking recreations of Key West, the...
Volcano by land, sea and air
The crater seemed massive, huge billows of smoke pouring forth from underneath. And when the wind blew just the right way, and strong enough, glimpses of the lava and sulfur below were clearly...
By Shelley Seale - Aug 28, 2012
Passage to India
The idea of volunteering in another country has long been considered the province of students and recent graduates; images of intrepid twenty-year-old Peace Corps workers in a remote Sierra Leone...
By Shelley Seale - Mar 23, 2012
St. Martin: A piece of France in the Caribbean
Calvin 'The Sea Urchin Man' Flanders is a fixture on St. Martin. Everyday he can found at the Galion lookout on the eastside of this island paradise knee deep in the crystal clear water of the...
By Steve MacNaull - Feb 15, 2012
Experience Cuban Culture in Florida's Ybor City
When I mentioned to friends that I was headed to Ybor City, a historic area of Tampa, Florida, I got some puzzled looks in return. That’s because for most people, Ybor (pronounced EE-bore,...
By Alisson Clark - Jan 29, 2012
Rocky Mountaineer: train travel at its best
My train-riding experience — except for a few jaunts around Europe — has mainly consisted of trips around Florida via Amtrak. Those trips, as many train trips are, were for one...
By Sarah Sekula - Jan 10, 2012
Undiscovered Places of The Great Wall of China
I hiked slowly through the fall foliage in the woods surrounding the Shuiguan Mountains, about an hour outside Beijing. Vivid orange and yellow leaves swayed on the breeze in the branches around...
By Shelley Seale - Jan 3, 2012Lugano & Hotel Villa Carona
Villa Carona - A Unique Lugano Treasure. Ticino is the riviera of Switzerland, nudging its southern Italian neighbour with which it shares the three lakes of Maggiore, Lugano and Como....
By Gary Crallé - Nov 28, 2011
Hotel Tonight App Offers Same Day Savings
HotelTonight, the mobile app innovator that offers deeply discounted same-day hotel deals, launched in January of this year and already has 1,000,000 downloads on iPhone and Android devices....
By Bryen Dunn - Nov 20, 2011
Celebrate Day of the Dead in Riviera Maya
While Halloween is celebrated widely in North America, it's the Day of the Dead Celebrations on the first two days of November that are when things start to come alive in Mexico. Riviera Maya...
By Bryen Dunn - Oct 31, 2011
Hotel Pur - Modernism in old Quebec City
I’ve been to Quebec City many times, but had never stayed at the recently opened Hotel Pur until my last visit. I had popped my head into the lobby once when I was out exploring the...
By Bryen Dunn - Oct 21, 2011
Gatorland's zipline lets guests glide above gators
I’ve ziplined among monkeys and sloths in Costa Rica, above raging waters in Quebec and off the treehouse in my backyard growing up, however, I’ve never propelled myself above...
By Sarah Sekula - Aug 12, 2011
The Westin La Cantera at a glance
A Texas-sized statement in elegance, The Westin La Cantera located in San Antonio, is big, bold and beautiful. Perched upon a hilltop, this grand hotel is full of warmth and grins. ...
By Leah Sekula - Jul 11, 2011
5 Ways to Roam the Heart of England
The Cotswolds, one of England’s most rural areas, is also one of its most posh. A mere 1 1/2-hour drive from London, in the hills of south-central England, is a storybook land home to...
By Sarah Sekula - Apr 11, 2011
Portmeirion: a floating fantasy above the sea
“A floating fantasy above the sea” This is not your average seaside resort. It has been called “the last nobleman’s folly “and “a Welsh...
By Mary Alice Downie - Apr 11, 2011
Girls night out - Fight night in Bangkok
Bangkok is a bustling metropolis - well known for salacious Khao San Road, fiery cuisine and ornate Buddhist temples. But as I was told, if you want to experience the city like a local - get a...
By Waheeda Harris - Mar 28, 2011
India - The River Ganges - Peace and Tranquility
Peace and Tranquillity The rain was torrential– the monsoon was in full spate. The twisitng turning mountain road, randomly strewn with rocks and boulders from the last...
By Debs Ratcliffe - Mar 17, 2011
John Schenk Delivers the Bare Goods
The word "strip" is synonymous with Las Vegas, Nevada. Of course there's the iconic Vegas Strip and its 4.2 miles of neon signs, glitz and glamorous resorts. But strip may also refer to the...
By TripAtlas.Com - Mar 2, 2011
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess: For families and spa lovers alike
"Come out and visit and bring your son”, my cousin’s wife from Scottsdale has been saying for years. I took her up on the offer in the spring of 2009 and traveled solo to...
By Michele McIntyre - Mar 1, 2011
Seal watch on the St Lawrence
It’s March. So why am I standing on an ice floe in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence while everyone else is heading south to bask in the sun? Am I insane? No, inspired, because...
By Mary Alice Downie - Feb 17, 2011
India - Baam Baam Bhole -The Lord Shiva Festival
BAAM BAAM BHOLE - The Lord A vignette of two days in India ……It all started on the express train from Delhi to Haridwar. My Delhi guide managed to...
By Debs Ratcliffe - Feb 4, 2011
Old Havana is a City of Squares
In my perfect aviation world, all flights will leave and arrive on time, air pockets and thunderstorms will always occur in some other faraway airspace, and equipment will be cutting edge. Nothing...
By Josephine Matyas - Jan 26, 2011
Picturesque Panama
Fed up with the frigid Southern Ontario winter, we were looking for a bit of paradise to escape to. There’s been a lot of press lately about Panama being a hot (literally and figuratively)...
By Veronica Sliva - Jan 23, 2011
Hiking the Peruvian rainforest
It's 38C, humid and unrelenting sun. After a short boat ride, my group was led into the rainforest, wearing long loose layers, rubber boots, sunblock and lots of bug spray. I was far from...
By Waheeda Harris - Jan 18, 2011
Riding into the Sahara Sunset
Visiting the Sahara desert has always been on my bucket list and I recently had the opportunity to go. The Sahara is the world's largest hot desert and covers most of Northern Africa. ...
By James Lau - Jan 17, 2011
Finding the Flinders Ranges
Few travellers crossing Australia enter the realm where Arkaroo squeezed earth to rock, five hundred million years ago. No bus routes splice the backdrop built by the Water Snake,...
By Anne Anderson - Jan 3, 2011
Inside the Thai Elephant: Chiang Khan
Vehicles danced the twist around each other in drifts of yellow leaves and butterflies. Red tracks, fringed with thickets of straggling shrubs, disappeared into the blonde fields of the plains....
By Anne Anderson - Dec 26, 2010
Can you say 'Humuhumunukunukuapuaa'?
A name like Humuhumunukunukuapuaa begs attention, explanation and a pronunciation guide. And that's exactly what the tony Grand Wailea Resort in Maui, Hawaii had in mind when it gave its exotic...
By Steve MacNaull - Dec 15, 2010
The Journey is the Destination: third in the Naga Saga
The Journey is the Destination: third in a Naga Saga Who needs air-con when the Laos bus windows are all open? Out with the 4000 (US 1.00) kip dust mask and ready to roll, up the...
By Anne Anderson - Nov 29, 2010
Beziers - A city far from the tourist-beaten track
I visited Beziers, a small city near the Spanish border in the South of France on a “Four weekends for £400” challenge. I was expecting the usual décor and flash that I've...
By Lauren Amelia - Nov 22, 2010
Laughing in Laos, first in a Naga Saga
Never tangle with a travel writer. You too might end up at a street corner doubling as a bar, at 2 a.m., in a communist police state. One with 12 a.m. curfew, and a man in green with a big gun...
By Anne Anderson - Nov 22, 2010
ALL ABOUT BEER
Twenty years ago, you might have been lucky to see a couple dozen brands of imported or specialty beer on the shelves at your liquor store. Today, you can take your pick from a revolving menu of...
By Shel Zolkewich - Nov 4, 2010
Frankfurt---Germany's Mainhatten
By Roy Heale Arriving by plane at night as you approach the city of Frankfurt and catch your first glimpse of this metropolis on the banks of the River Main, you will instantly...
By Roy Heale - Oct 29, 2010
Outdoor Adventures in Croatia
Croatia… Is this really the way the Mediterranean used to be? If this was the way the Mediterranean used to be as the TV adverts say, I had the Mediterranean all wrong. Croatia...
By Ron Bedard - Oct 25, 2010
the Killing and the Corn
The lepers in the Ghizou mountain village knew nothing of any Chinese Economic Miracle. Men without fingers or legs crawled in and out of the mine to feed their families. They used their stumps...
By Anne Anderson - Oct 25, 2010
Puerto Vallarta---Mexico's Gay Riviera
By Roy Heale Often when we think of gay icons, whether they are straight or gay, we recognise them for a sole contribution to the GLBT community. Such is not the case with Dame Elizabeth...
By Roy Heale - Oct 5, 2010
Sagebrush, cactus and sand dunes - lures of the desert
My first views of a desert was my explorations at the end of my street when I was a kid. When I passed the neighbour houses surrounded by green grass, at the end of the street the desert lay...
By Waheeda Harris - Oct 5, 2010
What an Orange Really Tastes Like
I have always enjoyed fresh fruits and vegetables. When I lived in Canada, I chose the ones without blemishes or bruises. Heaven forbid anything had a mouldy spot—those items belonged on...
By Genny Ross-Barons - Sep 28, 2010
Finding Monet in Paris
Claude Monet is having a renaissance. After 30 years, a monograph of the “prince” of Impressionist Art will be on display at the Grand Palais in Paris, from September 22,...
By Natalie Taylor - Sep 21, 2010
Fabulous New France
Fabulous New France By Liz Fleming Ordinarily, I don’t do costumes. When Hallowe’en comes, I’m the one who’s happiest to answer the door, hand out the...
By Liz Fleming's Travel Tales - Sep 8, 2010
Top spots for fall foliage in Canada & the U.S.
September is here and as the temperature begins to drop, the leaves begin to change to usher in the autumn season. Through Canada and the U.S., TripAtlas.com picked out some of the top spots...
By Gizelle Lau - Sep 5, 2010
You Belong in Baltimore
This fall and winter, Baltimore beckons you to “Find Your Happy Place in Baltimore” with a mix of new exhibitions, vibrant theatrical performances and family events. Touring the...
By Bryen Dunn - Aug 25, 2010
Enjoy Fall in the Kawarthas
Escape to the beautiful countryside and enjoy the fall splendor with a weekend retreat at a luxury cottage in the beautiful rustic Kawarthas region of northern Ontario (Canada). Fall is one of the...
By Bryen Dunn - Aug 19, 2010Vancouver's Newest Spa: Willow Stream, Fairmont Pacific Rim
At the new Fairmont Pacific Rim in downtown Vancouver, it’s all about taking the Fifth – floor that is. The entire Fifth Floor of this 22-floor hotel/residence is taken over by...
By Anne Dimon - Aug 4, 2010
Family-friendly Chicago vacation ideas
There's tons of fun for the family in the Windy City - you just need to know where to look. From family-friendly hotels to restaurants, and what to do/see, read on as TripAtlas.com takes...
By Gizelle Lau - Jul 28, 2010
The O.C.: Orange County, California is hotter than ever
Photo by anjibee on Flickr.com. The O.C. has 'it' factor. It starts with its catchy initials name and continues on through prime southern California location, surf and beaches, ritzy...
By Steve MacNaull - Jul 13, 2010
Catalina Island: California proximity, Mediterranean vibe
We're not proud of it, but my wife and I have taken to cheating at hiking. You see, pressed for time and wanting to see as much of beautiful Catalina Island as possible, we cut the...
By Steve MacNaull - Jun 21, 2010
New Spa Merge in NYC unites science & nature
With the focus on merging the elements of science and nature through skin care lines such as Skin Ceuticals and Naturopathica, Spa Merge ( www.hilton.com ) opened earlier this year in the ...
By Anne Dimon - Apr 12, 2010
Drinking rum in Barbados 101
How to drink rum in Barbados like a local It begins with the traditional chant of rum drinkers across the island, as all great evenings of camaraderie and debauchery do, to get everyone...
By Gizelle Lau - Mar 30, 2010
Sipping afternoon tea at The Ritz London
Every once in a while, it's fun to see how the other side lives - and when it's in a fancy-decorated room filled with society ladies sipping tea and eating tiny sandwiches with ridiculous hats...
By Gizelle Lau - Mar 29, 2010
The Wild Wall: Undiscovered places of China's Great Wall
Looking to book a trip to China? Check out the TripAtlas.com Trip Builder where you can request a quote local travel agents who are waiting to offer you custom prices on your...
Centuries old spa treatments at Colonial Williamsburg Spa
Men with muskets and ladies with bonnets donning British colonial garb, fifes and drums, and horse-drawn carriages - once you step into the historical town of Colonial Williamsburg - you realize...
By Gizelle Lau - Mar 2, 2010
Real life romantic getaways to Laguna Beach, California
It's not just good for reality TV. Recently, Laguna Beach was voted the No. #1 Place to Get Married in Orange County, California - and with good reason. With its picturesque shoreline,...
Jungle biking adventures in the Belize jungle
An exhilarating physical and visual rainforest experience We recently sailed aboard the beautiful new Carnival Dream, Carnival's 130,000 ton, 3,646-passenger "fun ship" from Port Canaveral,...
By Steven Kaufman, CTC - Feb 19, 2010
Top 5 spas in Vancouver, Canada
Travel to Wellness is a website dedicated to spa + wellness-minded travel around the world. Go to Travel to Wellness for more great spa + wellness articles. Vancouver,...
Scottsdale is a chic, stylish golf & spa getaway destination
With nearly 330 days of sunshine per year, 200 golf courses in the surrounding area, more than 25 day and resort luxury spas, 125 art galleries, and 600 noteworthy restaurants - there's obviously...
By Gizelle Lau - Feb 3, 2010
How to eat like a local in Hong Kong
Chicken feet, thousand-year-old eggs, dim sum, barbeque pork and more - here's what you need to know about eating like a local in Hong Kong - and what dishes you should absolutely not miss in this...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 12, 2010
Orlando named top golf destination in North America for 2010
Orlando was voted "North American Golf Destination of the Year 2010" by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) in an international awards ceremony that took place in November...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 5, 2010
Spa leader looks to natural healing in Jamaica
Travel to Wellness is a website dedicated to spa + wellness-minded travel around the world. Go to Travel to Wellness for more great spa + wellness articles. Among the...
Romantic overdrive: Santorini by ATV
Forget long walks on the beach or carriage rides. In Santorini, the most romantic way to experience the island involves a rusty speedometer, a seat for two, and the wind in your hair. Taking...
Joya Spa offers a spiritual retreat & relaxation in Arizona
Located at the InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa, Joya Spa brings mindfulness, body, and spirit to a different level. Just outside of Scottsdale, Arizona in Paradise Valley, the...
5 Best noodle soups in Toronto's Chinatown
When you're visiting Toronto, be sure not to miss Chinatown - one of the largest in North America. Restaurant storefronts hang their barbequed meats, whole roasted pigs, and orange...
Long Island is the real Paradise Island in the Bahamas
It's been said that when 15th-century explorer Christopher Columbus first travelled to the new world in 1492, he called Long Island the “most beautiful island in the world seen by human...
How to Eat like a Local in the Bahamas
If you travel by "following your stomach," as I do - then you are definitely in for a treat when you visit the Bahamas. After all, there's more than sand, sun and Atlantis Resort in the...
A weekend of Joie de Vivre in La Jolla
DivineCaroline.com is one of TripAtlas.com's Featured Travel Partners. Read more fun, quirky and personal travel stories from DivineCaroline on TripAtlas.com. If you long to...
Walking in Waikiki: Winter has come to Waikiki
TripAtlas.com proudly features Cloudia Charters' unique "Walking in Waikiki" column from a column from Waikiki News that takes you through the streets of Waikiki and paints a...
Gloria & Emilio Estefan Open New Luxury Resort Spa in Vero Beach
Gloria & Emilio Estefan's New Beachfront Luxury Resort Offers Zen-Like Retreat In June 2008, the Spa at Costa D'Este opened at the Costa d'Este Beach Resort, becoming the only resort spa...
By Gizelle Lau - Sep 23, 2008
Fantastic Fall & Autumn Getaways in Canada & the US
Goodbye August, goodbye summer, and goodbye warm weather for another year - at least on this side of the world. Before the leaves begin to fall, it's the best time of the year for heading...
By Gizelle Lau - Sep 3, 2008
Live, Learn and Love with Virginia Adventure Vacations
Surf camp with and other Learning Vacations turn Personal Passions into Lifelong Skills Eric Coulson knows how to get the best out of people. No matter their age, experience or...
See the Real Sicily + Save Money: Stay in Farmhouses!
Here's a chance to experience the real Sicily , by staying in friendly, family-owned farmhouses instead of big impersonal hotels--and save money at the same time when you're traveling...
Goodbye Hooters, Las Vegas
If you haven't had the opportunity to grace a Hooters restaurant for cheap wings nights, then you're definitely missing out on their spicy hot chic(ken) wings. Hooters Las Vegas Alas,...
By Gizelle Lau - Mar 20, 2008
For the Love of Guinness!
As TripAtlas.com salutes St. Patty's day, we'd like to make a toast to Guinness! From Guinness history to Guinness recipes, Guinness as a source of nutrition and all about the elusive Guinness...
By Gizelle Lau - Mar 14, 2008
The Top 5 Most Expensive Desserts In the World
If you've got a sweet tooth, then this is your list. These are also great for Valentine's Day, engagement proposals, or getting out of the doghouse! Wallets, beware. And in case you are...
The Best Of Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco
Like many other popular destination cities in the world, Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco is just as much of a staple to its tourist population as the Eiffel Tower is to Paris and the Pyramids...
By Gizelle Lau - Jan 8, 2008
The Origins of the Mafia & Cosa Nostra
"Spring cleaning." 1) The annual ritual in most households during the Spring to clean, sort and get rid of any unnecessary items in the house. 2) To clean up, hide, get rid of, or bury evidence...
By Gizelle Lau - Dec 6, 2007
Chrismukkah and Festivus for the Rest of Us!
Holiday season is here! Usually considered as the Christmas season, one ought not to forget that this is also the season for Hanukkah , Muharram , Diwali , Kwanzaa - and Festivus . Oh,...
By Gizelle Lau - Dec 4, 2007