During forthcomming tourist season, Jadrolinija, the Croatian ferry company, will boost its ferry lines with introduction of three new vessels.

The first ferry will sail between Vabiska on the Island of Krk and Merag on the Island of Cres, transporting up to 170 vehicles.

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Playa Zicatela is the long stretch of beach located on the east side of Puerto Escondido. It is the main surfing area for Puerto Escondido, attracting surfers from all over the world, and it is the site of annual competitions in August and November. Zicatela is one of the top 10 surfing locations globally.

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The Italians don’t celebrate Thanksgiving, though they do have a name for it: il Giorno del Ringraziamento. There was a big turkey dinner organized for grateful expatriates in Bologna, but it wasn’t happening until the weekend after Thanksgiving Thursday. What is it about the actual day of Thanksgiving that demands mashed potatoes, stuffing and family? Luckily, I had my little sister Anna out visiting, and she helped me realize all three of those requirements.

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March 28th, 2008 by susan j

Iolani Palace photo uploaded by digitonin

As an island out in the Pacific, Hawaii has a history and culture that are drastically different from the rest of the United States. Hawaii is one of only three U.S. states that were indepedent before joining (or being annexed by) the United States. It’s also the home to the only official state residence of royalty in the United States.

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The Ministry of Health in Buenos Aires held a blood draw this Tuesday at the Obelisk, the city’s major landmark in the middle of bustling 9 de Julio.June 14th was International Blood Draw Day, and Buenos Aires citizens were out in force, waiting to enter the large white tents and then sitting outside of them afterwards, eating a little to recuperate.The tent was staffed by medical professionals from various hospitals as well as by members of the Red Cross.The theme for the 2008 blood drive is “Give Blood Regularly,” a slogan that reminds us that, while we can’t always give blood somewhere as inspiring as the obelisk, people continue to need help every day.

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March 26th, 2008 by jamie a

Oahu’s Waves Photo uploaded by skyseeker

If you’re not a seasoned surfer or a certified beach bum, it can be difficult to determine when it’s safe to head out into the waves.

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Environmentally conscious travelers can find eco-resorts around the world, but for a full, sustainable immersion, take up a short residence at a green community. Many of these sites offer tours, overnight accommodations and activities in which guests are encouraged to participate. Care to pick some organic vegetables or do some composting?

Here are some options (and get more information through Global Ecovillage Network, http://gen.ecovillage.org/regions/index.html):

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We start this brief information article about the events and exhibitions you can visit in Italy in the following days and months with the city of Florence.

In Florence from March 2nd until July 29th there is: Cézanne in Florence  at the

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June 20th, 2008 by Susan - NWA WorldVacations

Travel experts are predicting that people will be looking to travel more efficiently with their time and money. With a little planning, these travel tips will help you avoid the lines and crowds…year round.

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Today’s task was going to be a tedious one. As a US citizen, I am required to file a permesso di soggiorno, or a residency permit, with the local Bologna police station. I had already gone through the elaborate document scavenger hunt to produce a stack of different-sized, colored and stamped pages to prove I was financially solvent, doubly health-insured and photographed poorly in passport offices. This packet was delivered to the police station, and I awaited the call to complete the process by having my fingerprints taken. I dreaded the necessary interaction with the infamous web of Italian red tape, but looked forward to walking around afterwards with inked fingers, causing people to wonder what I had been booked for. I like to keep people guessing.

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