The Americas and the Caribbean are comprised of many distinct countries, each with its own unique culture, lifestyle, and gorgeous vistas. The Caribbean is certainly deserving of its reputation for a laid-back, relaxed lifestyle, though each island from Aruba and Antigua to St. Martin and Puerto Rico is distinguished by its own language and culture
Personalize Your Vacation
Think back to your last eventful trip. Why has it stayed in your head for so long? Was it the locale? That was probably a good part of it. Though, the people who accompanied you were instrumental in making it memorable. Sometimes a nice holiday with your friends and/or family is genuinely all you want. And at times a getaway is a chance to
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Let’s face it, after the thrill of the wedding comes the best part – the honeymoon vacation. One thing cruise lines and resorts have come to realize is that more and more newlyweds want exclusive honeymoon packages designed just for them. What is certain is that newlyweds are looking for the perfect place to relax,
Did You Know How Technical Concepts of Water Fountains Became Known?
Spreading useful hydraulic knowledge and fountain design ideas throughout Europe was accomplished with the printed papers and illustrated publications of the time. An internationally celebrated leader in hydraulics in the later part of the 1500's was a French water fountain designer, whose name has been lost to history. His expertise in creating la
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The arrival of the Normans in the 2nd half of the 11th century irreparably improved The Anglo-Saxon lifestyle. The talent of the Normans exceeded the Anglo-Saxons' in architecture and agriculture at the time of the conquest. Nonetheless the Normans had to pacify the entire territory before they could concentrate on home life, domestic architecture,