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Travel Hot Spots - 11 Volcanic Regions Around the World

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Travel Hot Spots - 11 Volcanic Regions Around the World


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Rabaul Caldera, Papua New Guinea

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The Rabaul Caldera on the island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea erupted in 1937, 1944, and 1994. In the 1994 eruption, the two craters of Tavurvur and Vulcan erupted simultaneously, covering the nearby town of Rabaul in ash and causing the evacuation of about 90,000 people. The volcanic activity has continued at a low level to the present day. The recent eruptions were small events compared to the great eruption that took place in the 6th century, when the caldera was formed by the collapse of the volcano. The low-level activity of Rabaul Caldera could be a prelude to a giant eruption. Read the full story

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13 Japanese Scream Machine Roller Coasters

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13 Japanese Scream Machine Roller Coasters


Riders climbing the hill on a Japanese roller coaster

Riders climbing the hill on a Japanese roller coaster


If you can’t make it to Japan to test these rides yourself, these videos will give you a good idea of what you’re missing.
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Visiting the Eiffel Tower

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Visiting the Eiffel Tower


Who can picture Paris without the Eiffel Tower? Yet when the tower was built in 1889, no one thought it would be around for this long.

Originally built as the main entrance for the 1889 World’s Fair, designer Gustav Eiffel could only get a 20-year permit for the structure. At the time, many thought it was an eyesore that clashed with traditional Paris architecture. By 1909 there were calls to tear it down. Yet the tower survived to become a symbol of Paris. Read the full story

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How To Choose The Perfect Cruise Line For You!

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How To Choose The Perfect Cruise Line For You!


So, you’ve finally decided to take a cruise? Well, before you start throwing your swimsuit in a bag while humming the theme from “The Love Boat” stop and consider the variety of cruise lines there are to choose from.

If you’ve never cruised before you want to work with a travel professional in choosing your cruise line. They have the ability to match your needs with the line most likely to provide a memorable trip. There are so many to choose from!
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Tampa Beaches

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Tampa Beaches


People who are going to be heading to Tampa, Florida this summer are probably going for one reason and one reason only; they want to spend time on the beautiful beaches of Tampa Bay. There are plenty of other things that you can do while you’re in Tampa, of course, but the majority of people are going to forego most other activities in favor of spending some quality time on the beach. It’s definitely not a tough decision to make since the beaches here are beautiful and they serve as a primary reason that travelers come to the area. However, there is some difficulty about this decision because of the sheer fact that there are so many different great Tampa beaches to choose from. Read the full story

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Nightlife and Nightclubs in Cancun


Coco Bongo Night Club
Coco Bongo Night Club

Cancun is considered to be one of the hottest spots in the world for an active nightlife experience. Travelers from throughout the world (and particularly college students from the United States) flock to Cancun specifically to party in the nightclubs that are located throughout this beach destination. There are huge dance clubs here with multiple bars and dance floors that can accommodate thousands of people but there are also smaller bars here where visitors can enjoy a drink and strike up a conversation with others traveling in the area. Whatever your nightlife style, Cancun has something that will suit it. Read the full story

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Historic Landmarks in London

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Historic Landmarks in London


Westminster Skyline

A monochromatic shot of the Westminster skyline

London is one of the most amazing cities in the world. It is a huge place which helps to set the tone for the rest of the world in terms of industries as diverse as finance and fashion. People in other countries frequently look to London to see what the trends are in many different aspects of modern life. As a result, it’s a place that is often visited by the world’s most forward-thinking travelers. Nevertheless, London is a city that has been established for some time, playing an important role in the history of the world. Because of this, even the most modern of travelers will frequently seek out London’s historic landmarks in an effort to gain a better understanding of what this important city is all about.
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Top Nightclubs in Las Vegas

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Top Nightclubs in Las Vegas


The Las Vegas Strip

The Las Vegas Strip. Flickr

People go to Las Vegas, Nevada for more reasons than can possibly be imagined. There are conventions held there for practically every industry under the sun. There are people who go primarily to enjoy the gambling and those who go primarily to see the shows. There are people who go there because it’s one of the easiest and least expensive places to get airplane tickets to from many other cities in the nation. And there are people who go there because it’s one of the easiest places to have a spur-of-the-moment wedding ceremony. But not matter what reason you might end up going to Las Vegas, it’s almost guaranteed that you are going to the city in search of a good time. Read the full story

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Top Landmarks in Philadelphia

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Top Landmarks in Philadelphia


The Philadelphia Skyline

The Philadelphia Skyline

If you’re planning to take a trip to Philadelphia and you want to make sure that you see all of the important things there are to see there then you need to put together a list of the top landmarks in the city. There are many different historic landmarks to explore in Philadelphia because of the rich history that has played out in this area ever since the United States was first formed. There are also some more modern landmarks worth checking out on a trip to the city. Read the full story

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Amsterdam Museums


Amsterdam Canal

Amsterdam Canal. Flickr

Amsterdam is an amazing capital city in the Netherlands that people go to visit for a variety of different reasons. Many travelers go here to experience the permissive lifestyle of a city with a world-renowned Red Light District and a liberal stance on the use of recreational drugs. However, a majority of the people who travel to Amsterdam have other more educational plans in mind. They want to directly experience the rich history that this place holds. A beautiful destination, Amsterdam is also a place where many important things in Europe’s history are remembered in landmarks, historic sites and museums. Read the full story

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