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Discount Airlines in the Middle East

Since 2003, many options have emerged for discount air travel in the Middle Easttoo many turkish delights! image by Keith Frith from Fotolia.comLow-cost airlines are a staple of modern air travel but, surprisingly, discount carriers have been slow to develop in the Middle East. While the...

The Great White's Special Bite

Images of Great White Shark Cage Diving in Gansbaai, South Africa. Close-up photos of the great white shark while diving in South Africa using a special cage to avoid a fatal shark attack.

Rules for Unmarried Couples Staying in Dubai Hotels

Dubai's white sand beaches and posh resorts are becoming increasingly popular with European tourists. In view of the much-publicized conservatism of Islam in matters of sex, unmarried couples need to know what to expect when they check into a hotel in Dubai.

The Difference Between Roundabout & Traffic Circle

Although most North American intersections are controlled by traffic lights or stop signs, traffic circles from the past are still in use in some areas. Roundabouts are a more recent introduction, but traffic circles and roundabouts are not the same, and are two distinct methods of controlling traff

Hotels in Qatar

Doha is the capital city of Qatar.doha image by Natalia Pavlova from Fotolia.comSituated on the bank of the Arabian Gulf, the state of Qatar welcomes 732,000 tourists every year. Major tourist attractions include Doha, the commercial, cultural and capital center of Qatar, and the historic...

Trees of the Serengeti

Trees of the Serengeti include this wonderful thorny Acacia tortilis, (Umbrella Thorn Acacia Tree). There are hundreds of species of trees, the ones that really stick out, are the thorny acacias. Since they can't move, they've adapted to defend themselves in amazing ways.

USA 2010 World Cup Tours, Tickets and Packages

2010 World Cup Tours and Packages for Team USA. Find out how to book a 2010 World Cup Tour, get Team USA World Cup tickets, what company to go with and more about following Team USA in the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

African Safaris & Beach Holidays

Africa is a massive continent with nearly 19,000 miles of coastline facing both the Atlantic and the Pacific, and millions of square miles of wilderness containing every type of ecosystem on earth.

Beach Hotels in South Africa

Experience some of South Africa's coastline at these beachfront hotels.Kosi Bay - South Africa, Indian Ocean image by Elzbieta Sekowska from Fotolia.comSouth Africa is known for its incredible natural landscapes, and its beaches are no exception. With over 1,600 miles of coastline, the...

Hotels in Melrose Arch in Johannesburg, South Africa

Melrose Arch is an exclusive urban neighborhood in the north of Johannesburg. Surrounded by parks and golf courses it is a convenient location for visitors who want to enjoy city life but don't want to stay in the hustle and bustle of downtown Johannesburg. Area attractions include the...

The Best Places to Visit in Sierra Leone

Blessed with white sand beaches and a protected rain forest, Sierra Leone is once again welcoming tourists after years of civil unrest. The country, located on the western coast of Africa, offers year-round tropical temperatures and a rich, cultural history that dates back hundred of...

South African Stars of Stage and Screen

Top South African stage and screen stars. South Africa actors include Oscar winner Charlize Theron, Anthony Sher, Sid James, Sharlto Copley, Janet Suzman, and John Kani.

Dangers in Arabian Deserts

The Arabian Desert is home to a number of dangers.desert 8 image by Dusan Radivojevic from Fotolia.comThe Arabian Desert is one of the world's largest deserts, covering the majority of the Arabian Peninsula. Most of the desert lies in Saudi Arabia, but it also reaches into Jordan, Iraq,...