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Archive for December, 2010

The Five Wonders of Albania’s Cave of Pellumbas

  • Cynthia Ord
  • 30 December 2010

As we approached the cave, it was evident that forces were at work. Bilingual signs mark the way and warn against littering, guardrails line steep edges, steps ease along the steeper inclines and benches punctuate the trail at the finest viewpoints. The trail is impressively tourism-ready. Who was behind this massive effort?

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Going Green with Toronto’s Eco Taxi

  • Paul Tavner
  • 29 December 2010

Toronto, capital of the province of Ontario. It’s Canada’s largest city and one of North America’s greatest urban centres, despite which it has a well-deserved reputation for being a friendly, safe place that’s internationally regarded as progressive and forward thinking. Accordingly, its residents can lay claim to a number of citywide initiatives designed to promote environmental awareness, including a more ecologically friendly alternative to existing transport options: Eco Taxi.

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The Travel Word Team: Stepping out of the Shadows

  • WHL Group
  • 28 December 2010

At The Travel Word, the process of getting material and preparing it for publication is a huge task. We do more than just write our posts; we also publish material sourced from scores of ‘local voices’ (travellers and travel industry operators). Making it all ready for you to read is a small team of extremely dedicated people that never gets spotlighted enough. And so, in keeping with this season of reflection and thanks, here’s a chance for them to step out of the shadows and be acknowledged.

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Season’s Greetings from The Travel Word

  • WHL Group
  • 23 December 2010

Season’s Greetings from The Travel Word. We’ll be back after a few days of rest.

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whl.travel Opens the Gates to the Kingdom of Bhutan

  • whl.travel
  • 22 December 2010

THIS ARTICLE IS AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH AND DZONGKHA. Sitting peacefully in the heart of South Asia is the storied Kingdom of Bhutan. Not at all limited by being small, landlocked and caught between the giant nations of India and China, Bhutan has crafted a sterling reputation for itself as one of Asia’s most sought-after travel destinations and is regarded by many as one of region’s best-kept secrets.

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Good Green Wheels in Colorado’s Vail Valley

  • Laurel Angrist
  • 21 December 2010

Cradled by the awe-inspiring Rocky Mountains, Vail Valley, Colorado, is a top winter destination for skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels, complete with gorgeous scenery, unrivalled ski resorts and plenty of excellent dining options. Getting around can be tricky, of course, as the weather can make for some major transportation challenges. So when faced with everything from windy mountain roads to extreme winter driving conditions, it’s easier to navigate the steep slopes of Vail Valley by booking ahead with a reputable and knowledgeable local taxi service like Green Limousine.

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Photo of the Week: Independence Day in the Republic of Užupis, Vilnius, Lithuania

  • Kestas Lukoskinas (Photo and Text)
  • 19 December 2010

An independent republic in the middle of a city? With its own president, constitution and Independence Day?! Welcome to Užupis, a district of Vilnius Old Town – beloved home for many artists, celebrities, politicians and even religious prophets! Užupis is often compared to Montmartre in Paris, with its citizens, their lifestyle and beliefs all contributing to the cosy neighbourhood feel of Vilnius, the UNESCO-listed capital of Lithuania.

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Peruvian Rock Music with a Lima Twist

  • Julio Almeida
  • 18 December 2010

Lima, the capital city of Peru, is bubbling with culture and interesting things to which travellers can devote their time; there is architecture spanning hundreds of years, nearby beaches and arguably the best cuisine in Peru. Beyond indulging in the typical sights and sounds, however, some travellers search for a peek under the skin of the city to see what Peruvians are really like. For a glimpse of the real Lima, why not delve into the rock ‘n’ roll scene that has been gaining momentum both at the local and international levels?

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The Red Sea Resort of Safaga, Egypt, Joins whl.travel

  • whl.travel
  • 17 December 2010

THIS ARTICLE IS AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH AND ARABIC. The Egyptian port city of Safaga, built on the black sands of the Red Sea shore, offers a welcoming, friendly retreat from the hectic pace of life in the country’s major tourist hot spots. Two lengthy coral reefs skirt the coastline and promise plenty of great dive sites, while the engulfing waters are internationally renowned for both their perfect windsurfing conditions and their healing properties.

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Celebrating Renewal: Out with Old Year, In with the New

  • Ethan Gelber
  • 16 December 2010

Over the past two weeks, in honour of the end-of-year holidays, we’ve shared some of the fourth-quarter stirrings from a few places around the world. Sikh pilgrimages, Orthodox Christmas, Eid in the Maldives and more. We’ve offered our top five picks of places where you can tap into a mystical vibe if you’re not already adept at just finding the spiritual experience in all travel. Even after all that, we still had a few items on our list that we wanted to share.

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