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Stunning Destinations for a Fairytale Wedding

Travel Tips - Shelia - September 28, 2017

Fairytale Wedding

Planning a wedding can be stressful and increasing numbers of people are choosing destination weddings. The first thing that you need to research is what is required to ensure that you are legally married in the destination that you choose.

Once that is taken care of the rest is easy and you can easily hire someone at the destination to do all of the leg work for you regarding the details like photography, food, hair, makeup, and flowers. This is also a great way to keep the number of guests to a minimum as not everyone will be able to afford to travel. Here are some ideas for your Fairytale Wedding.

Lapland, Finland

If you have always dreamed of a pristine white, snow filled wedding then Lapland, Finland is the place to go. There are several romantic options for weddings in Lapland and you can get married in an ice chapel located deep in the forest, or at the Chapel of the Arctic Snow Hotel which is less than 30km from the fun filled city of Rovaniemi. The Northern Lights House is at the top of the Fell with a stunning view of the Arctic Finnish Forest, and if you’re lucky you’ll be blessed with a visit from the stunning aurora borealis.

Paphos, Cyprus

Paphos in Cyprus is known as the birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love. Thousands of couples from the UK get married here each year because of the beautiful weather, the inexpensive prices, and the wonderful legend attached to this place. You can get married at a resort, on a yacht, or say your nuptials on the beach.

Greece

Greece is a fabulous setting for a fairytale wedding and there are so many options to choose from. You can get married on one of the stunning islands, say your vows in a stunning mountain chapel, or get married on a yacht in the stunning Agean Sea. Many of the beaches have dramatic rock formations off the coast or behind them and you can find them in a rainbow of colours like white, red, or black sand, or different coloured pebbles. The food is fantastic and sure to please all of the guests that come for your wedding.

Rome, Italy

What could be more exciting than being married in a city with more than 2,000 years of history? There are many options for couples looking to get married in Rome and you can say your vows in St. Peters Basillica in Vatican City, get married in a castle or one of the other historic churches. Treat your guests to a tour of Rome, enjoy a fabulous dinner at one of the many great restaurants and then head to the Trevi Fountain to make a wish.

Barbados

Barbados is a country that is located in the Caribbean. It is a great place for a fairytale wedding and this dreamy destination is filled with stunning white sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise water, and sunny days all year long. Crystal Cove and Turtle Beach are great areas and you can find many different wedding packages to suit your needs and your budget.

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Tourist Attractions in Chicago

Travel Destination - Shelia - August 28, 2017

Chicago sightseeing

Chicago is situated in the Midwest. It is a high-spirited metropolitan city comprising of around 3 million people. It is famous for house music, blues, jazz, comedy, shopping, dining, architecture, and fine cultural attractions. Architects such as Louis Sullivan and Frank Lloyd Wright, and artists like Picasso, Mirõ, Dubuffet, and Chagall having left their impressions over here.

This place gives home feels and also known as hubs of Midwest. An attractive city that would blow your mind with its wonderful beauty. There are more than enough Chicago sightseeing places such as world class museum of art and science, sandy beaches, large parks, public art and probably admirable downtown collection of architecture around the world.

Art Institute of Chicago

This museum comprises of thousands of art works. It was opened in 1879 and situated in Chicago’s Grant Park. It is one of the renowned, ancient and largest museums in united states. Around 1.5 million visitors pay a visit to this museum per annum. There is more to see than what you can do in one day.

So if you are planning a visit this city, don’t afford to miss this Chicago tourist attraction. Take out an ample of time for this place. All the art and literature lovers are always crazy to see the arts over here.

Millennium ParkMillennium Park

It is situated in downtown Chicago edged by Michigan avenue. Millennium Park has emerged into one of the most important millennium assignments. It is a 24.5-acre park comprising of class art, music architecture, landscape design, where anything and everything can be experienced from interactional public activities and ice skiing to al fresco dining and classical music presentations.

There is also a serene Lurie Garden which will blow your mind with its serenity. You can enjoy the outdoor gallery and take in a free outdoor show.

Michigan Avenue and the Magnificent Mile

It is one of the most attractive tourist attractions in America. It is a north-south street in Chicago. The magnificent mile is wrapped with a lot of things to do in Chicago, including tourist attractions and more than 50 landmark buildings.

You must enjoy Chicago sightseeing, it’s well-known nightlife and does have a visit to downtown either by bus, boat or trolley. Some of its major tourist attractions are the John Hancock Center, the Wrigley Building, and the Tribune Tower.

Navy Pier

It was opened in 1916 as an amusement park zone and shipping facility. It is now one of the most major tourist attractions in Chicago. It covers 50 acres of distance including gardens, shops, restaurants, concert venues, and parks. This place also has a museum for children. It was reopened in 1995 and since then 180 million visitors have come to enjoy the experiences. All in all, if you want to have an amazing and thrilling experience with children, must come here.

Museum of Science and Industry

It originally is known as the Columbian Museum of Chicago and was founded in 1893. This museum displays the biological and anthropological collections accumulated for the World Columbian Exposition. It was renamed as honor Marshall Field.

This is worth your money for the most part. The mummies and dinosaurs are displayed spectacularly. They had a beautiful gem exhibit. It is a lot to see!

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THE BLACK MAGIC OF ETNA, SICILY’S “BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAIN”

Travel Stories, Travel Tips - Shelia - July 25, 2017

Mount Etna, Sicilian is stratovolcano on the east coast of Sicily, in the Metropolitan City of Catania. Mount Etna is recorded world’s largest and longest active shield volcano in Europe consisting of large number of fluid lava flow, currently 3,329 m (10,922 ft) high, though this varies with summit eruptions. It is the highest peak in Italy south of the Alps. Etna covers an area with a basal circumference of 140 km. Continue Reading

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Can you Earn Money While you Travel?

Travel Destination - Shelia - April 23, 2017

If you are looking to travel for fun and earn some extra cash while on the go, there are several options for that. Whether it is blogging or bartending or sports betting on sites, there are options aplenty. While these jobs will not make you super rich, they can help you fund your trips quite well. Continue Reading

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Minnesota Attractions to Visit

Travel Destination - Shelia - March 25, 2017

Minnesota Attractions

In the Midwestern United States is Minnesota, known for being the Land of 10,000 Lakes. In all actuality, there are considerably a larger number of lakes than that in Minnesota! Plainly, Minnesota is an incredible place for the individuals who appreciate water sports. What’s more, Minnesota is home to various delightful urban areas, grand national parks and a portion of the best shopping openings in the nation. Here is a gander at the Minnesota attractions to visit. Continue Reading

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