Archive for marzo, 2011

Travel to the city of Aix

Jueves, marzo 17th, 2011

A 76 km from Arles and a final route in Provence is the beautiful town of Aix en Provence. Aix en Provence is a city of art, light and sources. In this city you will find numerous art schools and universities, with many young visitors attracted to the bohemian atmosphere that still maintains the city.

The city of Aix

Photography by chloé.ophelié

Aix en Provence is an ancient city that may be formed in the IV-III century BC, but that no documents until 122 AD, called Aquae Sextiae. Add Aix’s name comes from the Gaelic, being the source fortification Aix en Provence one of the strongest Gaelic settlements in Gaul, such as Asterix and Obelix. (más…)

Sunset in San Francisco

Miércoles, marzo 16th, 2011

San Francisco is known as the city of seven hills, which once was Telegraph Hill, Nob Hill, Russian Hill, Rincon Hill, Mount Sutro, Twin Peaks and Mount Davidson. Today, San Francisco has 44 hills.

San Francisco

Photography by El Frito

Sunset in San Francisco:

The peculiar geography of San Francisco to the mountains in front of the sea means that there are dozens of places to watch the sunset, yet few of these sites show some of the beauties of the California city as the Golden Gate with the sun setting, the Bay or the Pacific Ocean horizon. However, it is a beautiful sight to see how the city will gradually illuminate as the day gets darker. (más…)

Cheap Hostels in Barcelona

Martes, marzo 15th, 2011

Barcelona needs no introduction. The vast array of cultural activities, sports and leisure activities available has become a favorite European destination. It is undisputed that Barcelona is able to satisfy the tastes and needs of all types of people.

Cheap Hostels in Barcelona

Photography by Oh-Barcelona.com

It is very likely that before reaching our destination, in this case Barcelona, keep in mind the main places that we visit. Obviously you can change your mind on the fly, but it is important to start the trip with a more or less clear idea of what we would like to view. If so, we will be able to find accommodation close to what most interested us in order to save some money on public transport. (más…)

What to do in Liverpool II

Lunes, marzo 14th, 2011

Bloh Villa de Ayora: What to do in Liverpool – Part II

Liverpool Cathedrals:

The English city has two cathedrals, both of very recent construction.

Anglican Cathedral: Built between 1901 and 1978, is very large. It is the most traditional style Catholic Cathedral, but it is much older. The first part of the building constructed (the Lady Chapel) was completed in 1910, but the rest would take more than seventy years to complete. A Liverpool’s Anglican Cathedral will involve several records, including the largest cathedral in the UK, which has the world’s tallest tower, in addition to the heavier bells. It also boasts the cathedral with Gothic arches and wide highest worldwide. Its opening hours are from 8am to 18pm every day. (más…)

What to do in Liverpool

Domingo, marzo 13th, 2011

What to do in Liverpool – Part I

The first thing that comes to mind when talking about Liverpool are “The Beatles”, the famous soccer team in England or reminds us to “Agent 007.” This destination has several points that can be discovered and be a beautiful holiday gift. Here are your destinations on the routes to Liverpool.

The routes to Liverpool

Photography by Friar’s Balsam

Attractions in Liverpool

Albert Dock Waterfront:

This is a gigantic structure of port buildings was designed in the late nineteenth century and which once was quite an architectural revolution, in the case to the suite of England’s greatest buildings. (más…)

Wadden Islands, Northland browsing

Sábado, marzo 12th, 2011

Holland is a fantastic destination, not just in the city, but also in places ranging from the North Sea. Here one feels as if out of time and space. The sight of his leaden gray sea, lit only very occasionally for a brief and fleeting ray of sunshine that can be glimpsed through the dense clouds. Contrary to what might appear, the sea that bathes the West Frisian Islands (or Wadden Islands) is flat and calm, and dwell therein multitude of seals that have congregated in EcoMare natural park reserve on the island of Texel, where there is a sort of hospital for wounded seals in the North Sea.

Wadden Islands, Northland browsing

Photography by psd

Terschelling beach:

The trip from Harlingen to Terscheeling (más…)

Harlingen and the history of the lighthouse

Viernes, marzo 11th, 2011

Harlingen and the history of the lighthouse

Here at this point in the Netherlands, people always love to hear and tell their story. Each of us have actually always, and very special. In Harlingen, a charming fishing village on the north coast of Holland. Well this place is the target which we will discuss today.

The Netherlands

Photography by cocoinzenl

Harlingen:

In Harlingen, a picturesque corner of the northern lands Dutch with about 16,000 inhabitants, is also known for its salt refining industry, brought from a few centuries ago (about mid-seventeenth century), the distant land of Spain and Portugal. (más…)

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