When you take a vacation, do you really get away? By that I mean psychologically as well as physically? Do you experience the cocoon effect? I have taken several vacations in recent years. All were very relaxing. One in particular stands out for what I learned–nay, experienced–in the process. There’s a lesson for you in…
How to stay safe while traveling
For the most part, you can relax and enjoy safe traveling while abroad. However, just like at home, it’s always best to use a little common sense and street smarts. The following tips — and others you may learn or know of — can help keep you and your valuables safe. Study these simple steps…
Relax at Himmerland Golf and Country Club when you travel to Denmark
Denmark occupies an interesting place on the European Continent. Situated mostly on a peninsula that juts into the North Sea, the country also includes the Faroe Islands and Greenland. The capital city of Copenhagen is on the Island of Zealand, east of the peninsula and just off the southwest corner of Sweden (and connected to the…
Extended weekend getaway refreshes for less
Weekend vacations are beneficial to you and your family With the economy still iffy and a lot of jitters over world events, many people wonder about taking a vacation. Plus, their credit card balances may not have dropped much. Even so, an escape is definitely in order. What’s a viable alternative? How about a weekend…
Experience America’s “Revolutionary City”: Willamsburg, VA
Get a firsthand look at America’s founding in colonial Williamsburg, Va. Relive the early days of settlement and experience life in 18th century America through re-enactments and restored structures. Founded in 1632 on land between the James and York Rivers, Williamsburg was the capital of the Colony of Virginia from 1699 to 1780. As such,…