Vacation

Ever been to a Hall of Fame? A centerpiece of many vacation destination ideas, these halls honoring the most famous in their respective fields are exemplified by those like the one in Cooperstown, NY for baseball players and the one in Cleveland, OH for rock stars.  Some Halls of Fame in America are among the most crowded tourist attractions in the country.

Looking for some offbeat destination ideas for your next vacation? How about some of the weirdest castles this side of the Atlantic?

It is dawn in South Africa and the sky is aglow in hues of purple and pink. Crickets and birds are singing the peaceful song of the African plains while large birds gather along the water’s edge, searching for their breakfast in the moist, sandy soil. The air is calm, creating the appearance of glass on the waterhole; disturbed only when an occasional bug touches the surface. Grasses and shrubs grow tall along the water’s edge, separating the dusty path from the cool water.

One would be hard-pressed to find a country with a richer and more ancient heritage of self care. While Western physicians were still practicing "blood letting," (it was believe a disease could be cured by draining some of a patient's blood), India had already developed a host of advanced medicinal practices that are still used effectively today. And they didn't stop with the body. Wellness was (and is) treated holistically, and variety of Indian cultures also gave birth to different practices to improve the mind and tap into the deepest parts of ourselves.

No one likes to find out the person sitting next to them paid $200 less than themselves. Unfortunately, the fluctuation of airfares appears terribly unpredictable, and there's no way to tell whether waiting will lead to a plummeting or skyrocketing fare. But frequent travelers and statistics analysts have a knack for figuring out trends. Here is some of their wisdom about flying on the cheap.

Looking for a beautiful, out of the way escape for you and your family? One of the best places to find a relaxing and enjoyable family holiday is Menorca, an island off the South coast of Spain. A beautiful location full of rich history, pristine beaches, and extraordinary natural sights, the best part of Menorca is that it is still largely undiscovered. Not crowded with excessive tourism, it is rumored that a personal beach is an easy thing to find.