Even though Ischia is not as famous as its neighbor Capri, it is a beautiful island and worth a visit for its exciting activities, thermal spas, delicious food, hospitable people and pleasant atmosphere.

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It was not that long ago that a trip abroad meant disconnecting with friends and family while you found yourself and figured things out.  Then getting away became a little more difficult when along came the internet, digital cameras, Skype, Facebook and now web cams in hostel dorm rooms.  Yes that’s right, St. Christopher’s Inn [...]

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Paris- June 28, 2009—

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The significance of many of the symbols that are found in churches and specifically St. Peter’s Basilica are not common knowledge; nevertheless, the meanings are very important and just fun to know if you want to get the most out of your visit to the Vatican.  At one time the masses knew what the hundreds [...]

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NEW ORLEANS, La.—  From July 6-14th the town of Pamplona, Spain becomes a daredevil’s paradise, when people gather for Sanfermines. Many may not know it by that name, but they are sure to know about its main attraction: the Running of the Bulls (encierro). New Orleans now hosts its own homage to this event from [...]

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By Sarah–
Dijon is only an hour and forty minutes from Paris and is a great respite from the busy city.  This city that was once a rich capital of art and culture has plenty to do and see and without the expensive price tags of Paris.

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In January 2009 French President Nicholas Sarkozy announced that on April 4, 2009 French museums and monuments will stop charging admission people 25 years and younger.  At the time of the announcement it was not said if this would mean everyone, EU residents or simply French.  Now it is official and clear: this new benefit [...]

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When planning to travel Europe, eventually you will be faced with whether to book your hostel or risk showing up without a reservation.  On the one hand it is exciting to keep all options open and see where the fates lead.  After all plans change as you meet new people and hear about new places.  [...]

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Irish friendliness and wit are no secret, but perhaps the secret is that this mixture results in unusually good and authentic tour guides.  Dublin, when compared to London, Paris, Rome or Berlin, may not have as much well-known history but it still warrants taking some time to get to know the city beyond seeing it [...]

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Not since bread and circuses will the mob be so pleased. 3D Rewind Rome is the closest thing yet to time travel.  Just 80 meters from the Coliseum a new use of 3D digital technology (yes they still use those glasses) is bringing Rome to life in a way not seen since 310 AD.  After [...]

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