But luckily for a sufferer, there are ways to combat and destroy this phobia, all depending on your exact condition. There are certain ways to allow yourself to fly on planes, without the use of expensive therapies or medicines

Before you start reading you should be sure that your fear of flying isn’t due to another phobia. Many people suffer from fear of flight due to other conditions such as claustrophobia or vertio. If this is the case then you should work on combating this fear, the root cause, rather then the symptom of fear of flying.

The first thing to do is research. Many people who have a fear of flying have a lack of trust in the airplanes themselves, or new threats such as terrorism or hijacking. So research is one of the main medicines you can use to combat the phobia. Here is a list of things to research that might alleviate your concern:

Number of air hours pilots must have before pilots are allowed to fly commercial airplanes.
The kind of training a pilot must go through.
The requirements for any flight attendances: Emergency procedures, taking care of passengers etc etc.
The performance record of the plane you are planning on flying on.
What safety mechanisms does the plane have built in
How many crashes have there been versus the number of uneventful flights.
How many terrorist events have there been over the past year, five years?

If you do enough research (and remember not to believe everything found on the Internet) then you should find enough information to sooth any worries.

The next thing you can do is during the flight sooth yourself. Wear comfortable clothes, sturdy shoes, a small pillow and try talking to the other passengers on employees. If you are still not at ease, take a portable music play and some headphone with your favorite calming music. Even if you don’t have a music player take some headphones, since many airplanes have activities which require the use of these, which to use you would otherwise need to buy them, which can be expensive.

Bring anything that will help keep your mind off the flight: Music, games books anything to make you forget that you are on a plane and is hand held.

It is also important to bring headphones. If you have a portable music player, then choose your favorite soothing, relaxing songs and let your mind drift away from the fact that you are on a flight. If you do not have a music player, bring the headphones anyway. If your airline offers in-flight movies, TV shows, games, or any other services of that sort, they will often not include headphones and you may have to pay for them.

If none of those ideas would keep you amused enough to overcome your anxiety, then bring a good book. Bring whatever you need in order to distract yourself from the flight.

Another none medicinal method is joining a support group for fear of flight sufferers. these clinics are designed to help relax and clam you down and reassure you that everything will go fine with any flight you may take. This has the added benefit of not being alone while you are working through your fear, since this phobia of fear of flight is not uncommon. Be sure to look up any clinics that might be in your area.

The main thing you should do is ask yourself what scares you about flying, and then take steps to conquer this fer, with either research or a support group. Welcome any methods with open arms since flying is a convenient way to travel all round the world and missing out due to a fear is a shame. Be sure to try and distract yourself while traveling in the air and you should soon be at your holiday destination ready to have a great time!

This Article is from international-travel-guides.co.uk

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Day 1, 13 August: We awoke at 04:00 in Sibbe. At 04:45, we were on our way in our little VW Polo to the Brussels Airport, 128 km (79 miles) away. Fog slowed us down on the Belgian highways, eating up the cushion of time I’d built in. Our flight took off at 07:00. I sat next to an ear, nose and throat specialist named Luc and his wife. The couple is from Ghent, Belgium, a Flemish city. The couple consider themselves Flemish, but they spoke French to one another. Most of the innovations in his industry are coming from the United States, Luc said.

In Lisbon, the skies were bright, the weather warm: about 27 C (80 F). We welcomed the sun, not only because of the contrast with the fog earlier, but because the car we rented had air conditioning. It was another VW Polo, this one a station wagon.

We drove out of Lisbon to Sintra, 27 km (17 miles) west of Lisbon, near the Atlantic coast. Upon arriving in the Estef a district, we met an old man, walking with a cane. He had no voice box. He showed us where we could park for nothing, and he told us to beware of thieves, who, he assured us, are not Portuguese but foreigners. The gentleman said he was 81. Never smoke, he rasped. I understood so much of what he was saying that I said later to Cathy, they ought to lump Spanish and Portuguese into one big language and call it Iberian.

We checked in at Pens Nova Sintra. From the terrace you get a good view of the Castelo dos Mouros (Moorish Castle), perched atop a mountain nearby. We walked to Sintra-Vila and ate in a restaurant called Tulhas, near the information center. Cathy had duckmeat with rice; I tried bacalhau (codfish) in cream sauce. While we awaited the main course, our waiter brought us cheese, bread and olives, which we ate, thinking they were included. We learned otherwise later. Still, the meal was cheap by European standards, and we liked the food.

We climbed the hill to the Moorish Castle. The forest was shady, the climb tiring. The view was what we’d come for, and it was superb. To the west, the Atlantic; east-southeast, Lisbon; east-northeast, a thick haze from the forest fires. Far below, Nova Sintra, and, through our binoculars, the window to our bathroom.

For sunset, we drove to Praia das Ma? (Apple Beach). As the waves licked our feet, the sun kissed the sea good night. We climbed a rocky cliff and watched the gathering gloom. Surfers were trying to ride the gathering waves. The sky, all oranges and pinks and purples. Behind us, Mars, still faintly copper, rising.

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On November 2 of that year, my wife, Cathy, and I drove from Montgomery, Alabama to the Sipsey Wilderness, a part of Bankhead National Forest in northwestern Alabama. Sipsey being large (25,000 plus acres), in the middle of nowhere, and it being a Wednesday, we didn’t expect to see anyone.

That night, lying in our tent listening to the peaceful gurgling of the Sipsey River, three miles from the nearest road, I was surprised to hear a voice echoing in the hollow. It was that of a man, speaking Mexican Spanish. He couldn’t have been more than a hundred meters from us. Later, I heard thumping music, which quickly died down.

I couldn’t imagine what Mexicans would be doing in the middle of that wilderness. My first impression was that they were illegal migrant workers. But what had drawn them to that poor corner of Alabama, much less those deep woods? After a while, I started to doubt I’d heard anything at all. “It was De Soto’s ghost,” I joked to Cathy, nervously.

The next day, brilliant and crisp, we saw no trace of anyone as we explored the hollow. Sipsey is a beautiful piece of wilderness. Freshwater mollusks thrive in the clean waters of the river, and the valley is so rugged that large patches of it were never logged. We admired huge chestnut oaks and beeches over a century old. Everywhere, color: the blue sky; the golden, red and orange leaves; the copper river, dappled with sun and shade. (Photo above shows the river as it looked that day.)

That night, camped on the plateau in the middle of the forest, I noted in my diary: “I just heard a big animal breathing in the distance. It could have been a man. I woke Cathy up, but the wind blew and when it died down you couldn’t hear the breathing anymore.”

Was it a man? Were we in danger? Time notes:

In the fall, when scores of Mexican workers arrive to harvest and process the pot, shoot-outs occur between law-enforcement agents and camouflage-clad growers toting AK-47s. Sometimes the pot pirates mistake innocent tourists for thieves or cops. … “If you are a hunter, a fisherman or a backpacker, it can be dangerous,” says Michael Delaney, who oversees marijuana cases for the Drug Enforcement Administration in Northern California.

Did Cathy and I nearly cross paths with pot growers? The world may never know. But after reading the article in Time, I think we probably did.

The Forest Service needs to look into Bankhead. If pot pirates were there nine years ago, there’s every reason to think they’re still there today.

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Be warned though that Australia is big, very big. You can’t do everything in one trip, so if you want to visit the great opera house in Sydney then a crocodile hunting trip will have to be canceled. It is this size and variety in entertainment that makes Australia one of my favorite places to visit.

When to go:

Winter (June to August) offers skiing in NSW, Victoria and sometimes Tasmania. In spring and autumn the weather is mild.

Australia is a all year round country, always hosting great weather. The summer months are hot all around the country, and if you visit Australia during these months you might want to consider sticking to the cooler southern beaches which are brilliant for this kind of weather. If you can handle the heat and humidity of this time of year the north of the country might be the place to stay since the tropics bloom up in green in the summer and you get some privacy has the tourists generally avoid this area.

After the summer heat the country cools down making the outbacks a good place to spend your travels if you want to meet crocodile Dundee. Or if you fancy snow, skiing and snowboarding you can check out the mountain ranges of Victoria and NSW. Its also during these cooler periods that the spring time flowers bloom, making the entire of Australia alive with color.

What to do on your trip:

Again like I said above, Australia is Huge. If you are used to being able to take a buss from one town to the next, then the immense size of the country is going to be a shock. Towns can be hours apart, and unless you are having a month long vacation, or are willing to only spend your entire holiday traveling, seeing all the great sights in one holiday is going to be impossible. When planning your traveling trip, make sure you group things together, going from one side of the country to the next is the same as traveling from LA to NY (And a lot more troublesome and expensive.)

holidays and events.

Like a lot of the world Christmas is a big deal for Australians, and is the hardest time to get hotel bookings or flights around the country. Everyone in the country goes on holiday, making all the tourist destinations backed with native people enjoying their own spectacular country.

The other big event down under is the art festivals which attract people from all around the world, showcasing Australia’s Drama, dance and music. The best event could be the rock bands, or the Big Day Out, generally in January where both local and international rock bands shred some metal. Also on at the same time in the capital is the great Sydney festival, make up of open air concerts and great fireworks shows all through out the month.

Adelaide Festival of Arts starts in March every second year, every other year the Womadelaide, an outside event of food and dance. You can tickle your funny bone with the International Comedy Festival on April, the greatest international writers festival in on in August, and October hosts the Melbourne International Arts, a not to miss event. The few events that show the culture of the Aboriginal culture are held around September and June.

for people who prefer sport there are several events including the Darwin’s Beer Can Regatta hosted in July, boat racing with a difference, where the boats are made entirely out of beer cans. there is also the Alice Springs Henley-on-Todd Regatta in September, a boat race that is run on the dry bed of a river. Then there is the yacht race hosted in Sydney on Boxing Day, the open tennis championship in January, the grand Prix in March Football in the summer season, and finally the Melbourne Cup on the first Tuesday in November, which stops the entire country every year.

Money and economy.

The best way to send money in Australia is plastic. Australia is a country that as truly accepted the modern way of paying and cash is nowadays seen as a oddity, if you queue at any line, whether you are paying for petrol or a night in a hotel, you will be lucky if you see anyone using cash to pay for the goods. All major credit cards are accepted, Visa and MasterCard being the most accepted, and are necessary for hiring a car. Be informed that cards such as American Express are a lot less accepted.

debit cards are also widely used, highlighting that Australians love convenience. you can gain access to your cash from all over the world in any of the ATM’s around Australia as long as your card is connected to the international bank. Be aware that fees for using your card abroad varies from bank to bank

There is also the third option of buying travelers cheques. this has the advantage of a better exchange rate and can be replaced if lost or stolen. The charge for buying the cheques can be quite high (up to 1% of the total amount) and can also include additional commission. You will also need proof of identity when cashing them out.

General Money guide:

Currency: Australian Dollar
Money Tips

For people who are used to european and USA the amount of cash needed to spend down under will seem cheap, in particular food is very easy on the wallet. Include this with the fairly priced accommodation and if you don’t go excessive with the luxuries you can manage on $45.00 USD a day. If you decide to do a lot of traveling then you might want to budget for up to 150 USD if you are flying around the country.

Tipping in australia is generally not expected, but it is slowly becoming a courtesy to tip in the upmarket dining areas of Australia if the service given to you grants it (Generally 10-15% is a normal tipping charge) Taxi drivers will always be extreemly grateful for any spare change.

Traveling around australia.

the best way to travel the great distances between the towns in Australia is air travel. International ports can be found in Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney, all giving a great many connections to major Asian, European and American contacts. Even though this is convenient, due to Australian geography being remote the flights are often long and expensive. Also be aware that the flights are often fully booked, so booking early is a must and by booking early you can get cheap flights.

Has for internal flights these are often cheaper, discounts random and extensive.

Buses are a second best way to travel around, with the Greyhound Australia bus company giving travel all around Australia. all though the prices are cheaper then by air, if you are traveling long distances be prepared for a large amount of, scenic, travel time.

Groups of travelers to Australia will often group together and hire a car, and this can be a efficient way to get around if you are lucky enough not to suffer any mechanical difficulties. In some parts of Australia driving with out car insurance is not considered legal. The main road is highway 1, which sticks to the coast line of the country. Be careful for the super trucks that drive around; general rule of driving around Australia is to let anything bigger then you have ight of way.

Trains are the worst way to travel, and are hardly used, with very few places of transport and often the slowest and most expensive way to travel. Avoid unless you really need the small amount of extra comfort.

Security restrictions: on flight baggage.

All travelers to the country of Australia must be aware that there are restrictions on the amounts of liquids gels and aerosols allowed in on the passengers area of the air flight. Small containers of the items listed above (small is classed as below 100ml) are allowed if clearly visible inside a clear bag.

Luckily general country travel is not affected by these limitations.

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I drive there from my home in the southern Netherlands, near Maastricht, for my interview at 11. I get there at 10 and park in a huge lot, nearly empty. From my film can I dump out all the eligible euro muntjes (coins) that I have: 90 eurocents. That buys me thirty minutes. I dump the change in the dispenser, push the green button, wait for the slip to print, and set it atop the dashboard of my VW Polo.

Having driven two and a half hours to get to Amsterdam, I need to take a leak. I go to the Amstel train station, but I see no toilet. I ask the girl in the food court. None, she says, in the whole station. But there will be, she says. Remodeling, she says.

I didn’t ask her where she goes to pee. Instead: But isn’t a rest room job one? She shrugs. I walk outside.

You should have seen me, all decked out in my interview suit, gold tie, leather portfolio, crouching down and taking a leak next to a pile of sand in the fietsenstalling place — dozens of bicycles all around this pile of sand. I can see people’s heads bobbing by on the sidewalk, out in the sun. I’m in the shade, peeing into a pile of sand.

Back at the food court, the cup of coffee and the Wall Street Journal Europe take me to 10:40. I’m seven minutes over my parking, but I figure no problem, because why ticket a car in an oceanic lot with room to spare?

I note the faces. Dutch faces, and African, and Asian, and Muslim-women-wrapped-up faces. Plenty of young people. Two young, hulky guys, one black the other white, walk by the food court, wearing identical T-shirts: “To protect and to serve,” the shirts say, in English. They meet up with other young men wearing the same T-shirts.

I round the corner into the lot; it’s 10:49. A man from the stadstoezicht has just put a clamp on my wheel. I ask him, what’s 16 minutes in an empty lot? Why are you doing this to me? I open the car and show him the film can with nothing but two cent and penny euro coins. I wanted to pay, I say. See? Why are you doing this to me? I give 10 minutes, he says.

I walk into my interview. Not five minutes in, the man says the company’s in big trouble and probably won’t be able to hire, but he’s glad to meet me anyway. I could have burned a bridge, but I held back.

I walk out and pay 70 euros to get the clamp off. Just another day in the life of an American in Europe.

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Going against its cold name the country of Iceland is quickly changing into one of the worlds hottest traveling or holiday destinations. Now the world is shrinking this natural untouched land of volcanoes, glaciers, lava pools and mountain peaks is available to any would be traveler.

Any travelers to the country of Iceland will also be able to enjoy the countries large and varied culture and tradition. Holidaymakers on a tight budget might have problems here and will have to work harder then anywhere else, but even with the high prices in Iceland most travelers will be able to travel around this country with a bit of work

When to go:

Coming with the never ending days of dark, every year on the first of September, and the services offered from Iceland slowly grind to a halt. In all but the capital buses stop running, hotels and camping ground stop accepting people and effectively Iceland is closed until the holiday season comes back around May. But even though the mainland becomes impossible to reach due to lack of services available to a traveler, and even iceland’s spectacular wildlife disappears, the Puffins fly away and the whales swim off. But the fantastic scenery is always open, and if you can bear short days and cold weather, then you can grab one of the bus tours that still run from Reykjavík, and take in the sight of the Northern Lights

Weather

Surprisingly against its name and global position, Iceland isn’t that cold. The summers of Iceland average around 12 degrees celsius, warm but not boiling, all thanks due to the near by Gulf Streams. Winters are also milder then expected, being chilly but not freezing. Travelers planing trip to Iceland in the Spring months should be aware that the usual snow now melts into rain, though this isn’t cold or heavy. The higher altitudes and the north coast are colder then the rest of the country due to the arctic winds.

Holidays

The biggest celebration to the native Icelanders is Independence Day on the 17th of June. The events include colourful parades, music and dancing through the streets, free shows and all around celebration. The other lesser Icelandic celebrations are listed below:

Sjómannadagurinn: the first week of June and is a celebration for he seafarers, including events such as swimming contests, sea rescues and tug-of war matches.
Mid summers Night: 24th of June. The legend behind this minor holiday is the dew from the mid summers night has healing properties and to roll around in it can cure up to a massive 19 ailments.
Sumardagurinn Fyrsti: The celebration is the third Thursday of April, a large nationwide carnival celebrating the first day of summer.
Pjóðhátíð: A festival celebrated by the locals in August, an event filled with large outdoor camping and fires, dancing and singing, with plenty of feasting and drinking
Verslunarmannahelgi: also celebrated in August by parts of Iceland’s, events including barbecues, horse riding, family meetings, camping and large large amounts of drinking.

Cost and Money:

Because of the isolated nature of Iceland that makes its scenery so attractive, everything must be imported into the country. This makes the prices in the Northern country so expensive. For a full package of travel then 15000 USD per month isn’t unrealistic, but people who don’t have that kind of cash to splash will have to put in some work. If you can bring in your own sleeping bag, eat at snack bars instead of restaurants and travel around the country on bus passes then your costs will severely drop to a more manageable $50-60 USD a day, lowered even further if you can bring your own vehicle to Iceland.

Foreign cash is regularly accepted and you can convert travellers cheques, postal cheques and banknotes to the local currency at most banks, for a charge of 2.50 USD independent of the cash amount. Credit Cards are widely used with plastic being more popular then cash.

If you do go to the restaurants then tipping is not required, as the price is generally included with the meal. Though like everywhere in the world, additional tipping is never turned down.

Getting to Iceland

There are several airline companies flying from Europe and the USA. The two main companies Icelandair and British Airways can have up too five flights a week to and from the country. For a tighter budget you can try Iceland Express which gives daily flights. A less traveled roue is via the sea, taking one of the few ferries, though this can take a long period of time to reach your destination and can cost as much or more then a flight. If you do wish to go via sea then ferries all year round come from Hanstholm in northern Denmark, with a two day rest on the Faroe Islands

Traveling around Iceland

Traveling through the country via air travel is the only real travel around the country, especially in winter when snow and ice storms can cover the entire country and stops most other forms of travel. In the warmer more mild summer months daily flights go to most major destinations, which are reasonably price if you book in advance over the web. Railway systems are none existent and Ireland’s roads are the worst in Europe. Luckily the bus system, Bifreiðastöd Íslands does a good if inconvenient job of giving cheap accessible travel around the country.

Car rentals are found in all the major town, yet are expensive when petrol prices, car insurance and extra miles are added onto the price. Biking around Iceland is also unrecommended, as even though bike rental places can be found in the capital and some major towns, the roads in Iceland’s are rough and unpaved. On a more positive note there are many tours both government run and private which can take any traveler to the best places in Iceland.

This Article is from international-travel-guides.co.uk

The name itself, London, ringing in the ears of any who visit, showing its history of might. The capital is filled with entertainments to enthrall day or night. It can both seem intimidating and humbled, prosperous and failing inside the same breath. the city of London is filled with lower class people surrounded by amazing riches.

It is a mix of both the working and higher classes, high profile business men next to beggars on the street. The Traditional English culture, as well as modern sights are on offer for any travelers coming to the town of London. But in this jumbled mess, of the Big Ben, Tate Modern, Pete Doherty and the upcoming 2012 London olympics, it all fits together securely.

The Capital of London can cater for Travelers all year round, with only the minority of the attractions closing for much of the year. Due to the infamous rainy English weather there are chances of cloudy and wet weather all year round. The summer months of June to August are generally your safest bet, but this isn’t set in stone and generally the prices and crowds are bigger at the time as well

Weather

The Weather of London, and of the United Kingdom in general, can at best be described at… unpredictable, many blaming global warming on the bursts of heatwaves and wet storms. It is true that summer are seeing all time records nearing the 40 degree mark (Celsius). This can cause problems for would be travelers as the smog and the underground trains are equipped to deal with such new found heat.

Though global warming don’t seem to be having any real effect on the averages of the capital of London, Travelers enjoying a comfortable 23 Degree average, dropping to 2 degrees at night in the winter.

For anyone traveling to London to experience a ‘white winter’ will be sorely disappointed. Even though there as been several cases of snow over the winter months, it very rarely reaches the right temperature for freezing, even during the winter nights

As a summary of London’s weather can be described with one word: Extreme. Hot summers and wet Winters.

Active activities in London
For those of use who like a more active lifestyle, London can offer several ways to plan on an active holiday, not including the facilities that will be added for the 2012 London Olympics.

Paddle boating

There are a multitude of places to hire a pedal boat and go boating around the waters of Hyde park

Cycling

London embraces biking, so finding a place to hire a bike isn’t a huge problem, with a multitude of parks and bike rides. Be warned though that using cycling as a form of travel through the traffic is extremely hazards and should only be done by an experienced traffic cycler.

Swimming

For those who prefer to go inside the water instead of over it, London offers a multitude of open air and indoor facilities. If normal swimming isn’t your thing, then take a trip down to the relaxing spas.

Horse riding

The paths of Hyde park is the place to follow this noble sport, and travelers can hire the horses by the hour and follow the hoof prints of Aristocrats of old.

Gym

A sad thing about the hotels of London is the lack of Gym facilities available to a traveler. If your hotels is also missing a place to work out, you can try the Oasis Sports Centre located in Covent Garden, offering some of the worlds best in gym equipment.

Roller skating

Something that is missing from many capitals, there are large groups of roller skating enthusiasts that can be found in the Hyde park. If this sounds like something you would enjoy, head over to the Wellington Arch every Friday.

Walking
Again it is Hydes park that provides the bulk of places to go for this type of exercise, displaying an impressive array of walks. For a quieter time you might want to consider Regents Park

Events and Holidays in London

If you plan on visiting on any of the important public holidays: New year, Easter, Bank holiday, Christmas and boxing day, you might find that shopping becomes a little harder, since most businesses of all kinds close on these day. Luckily though there are generally some shops open due to the amount of cultures and religions that are accepted and present inside London.

London, due to its cultural acceptance and size, has a large array of Festivals around the year. It all starts off on new years eve with the spectacular fireworks and trafalgar square party. On pancake day travelers can find pancake eating contests at the Covent Garden, and the world famous London marathon is held in May, followed soon after by the colours and excitement of the FA cup held later in the month. On the last week of May the flower show is held displaying the skill of all the flower growers who could make it to the event.

The queens birthday parade is the next event held, the Trooping the Colour festive is held in June, to be quickly followed by the spectacular tennis that Wimbledon gives, coinciding with the London pride parade, Europe’s biggest homosexual and lesbian celebration.The next even is in August, the west ends Notting Hill Carnival, also held in the Hyde park. The month of September gives two festivities, the first being the open house day, where 500 of London’s highest profile closed buildings open their doors for a day. The second is a celebration of the splendid river Thames.

In the winter months things start slowing down, that main events being the many bonfires found around the 5Th of November for Guy Fawkes Night, and the Lord Mayor’s Show in November , a festivity filled with fireworks floats and bands. finaly the Trafalgar square lights up with the magic of Christmas when the Christmas lights are switched on, giving way to the Near years celebration where it all start over again.

Current Security cautions

After the 7/7 London bombings of 2005, the English government rates the thereat from terrorism as severe. Any travelers coming to London should keep an eye on any news and make arrangements for large amounts of delays when traveling to London, and remember that there are a few air luggage restrictions in place, though over the years these are starting to relax, you should check in advance on the official website to avoid any problems at the airport.

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When planning to travel to Hawaii, one of the biggest decisions you can make is deciding which island to base your get away from. Whether you are traveling alone or with an entire generation the island you pick to visit while on holiday in Hawaii, with travels to different islands as different as separate holidays. Due to the fact that Hawaii is a great place to stay I’ve visited all of the 6 main islands extensively, taking in all of the experiences and sights. I have made up my favorites, but the diversity of the islands in the 50th state of Hawaii means that any of the six islands can be the perfect holiday for someone else.

Below there is a quiz. This asks questions about the 4 main islands of Hawaii: Big Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai(Even though there are six islands 99% of the travelers to Hawaii will ever visit the islands of Lanai and Molokai) You will need a method of writing down or noting down any scores each of the islands of Hawaii score ( A piece of paper and a pen is the simplest way.). First you will read the 22 questions, and ask your self for each question is this what you are looking for in a holiday to Hawaii? If the answer is yes add the corresponding points to each island.

After you get to the end of the quiz, add of the numbers together, and compare the totals. Generally the island with the highest score could be your perfect travel destination.

Answer only the following (Questions 1-22) that apply to your travel group.

Question One: Volcanoes
Ranging from magnificent hot lava to long extinct craters Hawaii has a large amount to offer to anyone interested in the natural power of the volcanoes. Keep in mind that if you want to see actual Lava, the Big island is the only island that offers this.
Score:
Big Island *19*
Maui *14*
Oahu *7*
Kauai *5*

Question 2:Romance and Love.
Are you looking for a honeymoon trip, a place to spend some time with your significant other, or looking for that perfect proposal? If so then welcome to Hawaii! All of the islands offer romantic places and is one of the worlds hottest travel destinations for romantic couples.
Score:
Kauai *13*
Big Island *11*
Maui *8*
Oahu *4*

Question 3: Hiking and walking outdoors.
No matter where you go there are hiking paths all around the islands of Hawaii. There are numerous ‘unexplored’ trails in a variety of styles from lush jungle to coastal trails
Score:
Kauai *16*
Big Island *13*
Maui *10*
Oahu *4*

Question 4: Beaches and Swimming:
Hawaii boasts a large collection of the worlds best beaches, perfect for any holiday maker who loes the sand, which all over the islands comes in a variety of colors, yellow, white, green black or ven the famous red sand.
Score:
Maui *12*
Big Island *9*
Kauai *7*
Oahu *7*

Question five: Warm weather:
Due to it’s location, Hawaii has a altogether warm and clear weather all over its islands. Though do remember that the windward’s part of each landmass inside the Hawaii group is susceptible to showers, though some of the islands are less wet then others.

Points – Big Island (11), Maui (10), Oahu (8), and Kauai (6)
Score:
Big Island *12*
Maui *11*
Oahu *9*
Kauai *7*

Question 6:Kayaking:
If you love the sport of Kayaking, then you will be satisfied by many of the islands of Hawaii, with the special places you can practice the sport.
Score:
Kauai *13*
Big Island *9*
Maui *5*
Oahu *3*

Question 7: If you are a budding historian then you will be satisfied in Hawaii. Travelers to the islands can find a diverse and preserved history waiting to be discovered by holiday makers.
Score:
Oahu *11*
Big Island *10*
Kauai *9*
Maui *9*

Question 8: The natural world of flowers.
Along with the great hiking that Hawaii has to offer, these trails can contain some of the greatest and most amazing wildlife and fauna of the world. These include several types of creature and flowers that only appear on these islands.
Score:
Kauai *13*
Maui *`11*
Big Island *9*
Oahu *4*

Question Nine:
If you love the art of fishing in clear cool ponds or deep sea then Hawaii will have several places of interest.
Score:
Big Island *9*
Maui *`6*
Oahu *3*
Kauai *1*

Question Ten: Diverseness
Some of the islands of Hawaii that have a large diversity in in the geography that makes you feel like you have traveled the world by just moving from one side to the other. Others do not have this feature, being universally the same all over the island.
Score:
Big Island *17*
Maui *`12*
Kauai *8*
Oahu *7*

Question Eleven: Family entertainment
If you are a family looking for a holiday to the legendary travel destination then you’ll be glad to know that a few of the islands contain a variety of amusements and zoos.
Score:
Oahu *15*
Maui *`11*
Big Island *9*
Kauai *8*

Question Twelve: Golfing:
Hawaii also caters for the golfer, containing a good many golf courses over the islands, all at world class standard.
Score:
Oahu *2*
Maui *16*
Big Island *10*
Kauai *6*

Question Thirteen: Luxury Dining:
There are many post and expensive places to eat all over the Hawaii islands, but some are a lot better then others at serving fancy food to a traveler. If you don’t care that much about the food you eat then don’t answer this question
Score:
Maui *13*
Oahu *10*
Kauai *5*
Big Island *4*

Question Fourteen: General Dining:
For a more general eating style, closer to the fast food restaurants of home, the islands also accommodate. If you prefer fancier eating you should miss this question and answer the one above.
Score:
Oahu *13*
Maui *10*
Big Island *9*
Kauai *7*

Question fifteen: National parks:
If beautiful park are the kind of thing you like then Hawaii contains many, including natural historic sites and parks around the volcanoes of Hawaii containing a large variety of flowers and plants.
Score:
Big Island *16*
Maui *11*
Oahu *7*
Kauai *7*

Question sixteen: Hawaii Nightlife
If you love nightclubbing and late night parties, Hawaii can offer you entertainment. Even though officially the state shuts down after dark, the island of Points – Oahu in particular can keep going for the all night long traveler.
Score:
Oahu *15*
Maui *8*
Big Island *5*
Kauai *2*

Question Seventeen: privacy:
Many people go traveling to avoid the hustle and bustle of city, so you might want to choose one of the less populated islands, allowing you to hear yourself think
Score:
Oahu *1*
Maui *2*
Big Island *10*
Kauai *16*

Question eighteen High-class Shopping

Some of the globes best shops are found on the islands of Hawaii, offering the biggest names and brands in what may seem a remote and unconnected are. If you are looking for any type of shopping then you should skip this question and add the score on for the next question for general shopping
Score:
Oahu *13*
Maui *8*
Big Island *6*
Kauai *4*

Question nineteen: General Shopping
the islands of Hawaii don’t just offer high end shops to the travelers and holidaymakers, with a large amount of shops selling the perfect souvenirs. If you want more expensive gifts you should skip this question and answer the above.
Score:
Oahu *14*
Maui *12*
Big Island *9*
Kauai *7*

Question Twenty: Scuba or Snorkeling:
Due to the fact Hawaii is a group of island the potential for Scuba or Snorkeling is immense, and many people come to the islands just to experience this.
Score:
Maui *12*
Big Island *9*
Kauai *6*
Oahu *7*

Question Twenty One Water sports
For the Surfers, the waves of the Hawaii islands is a year round wave machine, available even during the winter months.
Score:
Oahu *16*
Maui *12*
Kauai *5*
Big Island *3*

Question Twenty two: Whale Watching:
Surprisingly to some, Hawaii has the amazing fortune to be near groups of Humpback whales, something very few holiday locations can offer. Remember that if you wish to see these whales then you must plan your holiday around the October-May period, the peak time for sightings being around the months of Dec-April.
Score:
Maui *12*
Big Island *8*
Kauai *5*
Oahu *4*

Points – Big Island (7), Maui (11), Oahu (3), and Kauai (4)
Now add you all your points, and use this to help you make your decision on which island to visit during your Hawaii holiday.

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A bright and beautiful area of rock cliffs, and southern European relaxed living as been in the past destroyed by a totalitarianism regime. But for any would be travelers to the the Modern day Albania will find a country filled with sunny Mediterranean beaches, welcoming people and a vivid art explosion reminiscent of the renaissance in Tirana, capital of Albania.

The country of Albania is located on the Southeast shore of the Adratice Sea, a tiny land mass bordered by Montenegro, Serbia, Greece and Macedonia. Albania’s history is long and vicious, ranging from the trail of destruction the passing of the ancient roman general Julius Ceasar and his army left behind, to the recent years of totalitarianism regime. But nowadays there has been a sharp turn around, with Albania offering hospitality reminiscent of the medevil period, like a king. The residents of Albania now offers both the traditional Mediterranean experience for any traveler, but also mixed in with a variety of cultures and landscapes.

Albania is a struggling country, one of the poorest in Europe, partly due to lack of tourism advertisement and a lack of infrastructure available for possible travelers. But luckily for Albania this is quickly changing. Even though many guides on the country will state facts like the lack of ATM’s in the country, this is no longer true, with the country quickly modernizing.

If you want to see the great scenery this Mediterranean country as to offer, then the Northern area of Albania, the area where boats take rides along the large man made river between Komani and Bajrum Curri is where you should begin. The start of the rides, Komani, can be reached easily enough by road, but be sure to get there early since the boat leaves at 9 and 10am and takes 2-4 hours to cross the lake. When you cross the lake you end up half and hour from the town of Bajram Curri, which makes a great base for exploring the nearby mountains since this town provides basic accommodation. When you wish to return you can either go by a number of roads, or back via the boat (Which departs at 6am)

for the budding historians, you can head towards Butrint. Not only is it filled with historical events of the country, but the area is hardly explored giving the feeling of excitement on wonder. Nothing is marked or written down, so unless you are extreemly experienced with the place, hiring a good guide is necessary and many English speaking guides can be brought for a fair price, who will take you though the ruins and explain the historical important of various places.

The capital city of Albania, Tirana, is mostly a small center of buildings best looked around on foot. This doesn’t mean though it has nothing to offer for a traveler. The architecture of Albania contains a mix of Italian and Turkish style, due to the fact it lies between both of the countries. The Skënderberg Square is also worth a look since from the large empty space you can see Mt. Dajti, the 5,030 ft mountain, on the Eastwards side. But even with these attractions, there is a small feeling of a dusty town, even with its many museums. This is quickly getting better, but at the time of writing this article there isn’t enough to keep a holiday maker at the capital.

The next stops should be Durrës, Shkoder and Butrint, three towns filled with historical important, including the oldest town in Europe, a large roman Amphitheater, and the ruins of Butrint are a magnet for Greek artifacts.

Gjirokaster is a small town on the way towards the southern Greek border, and is worth a day or two with spectacular sights, having been the home of the writer Ishmail Kadare, and dictator Enver Hodja. When you enter the city be sure to get a cab to take you ‘to the old city’ this is the area high in the mountains, offering great English speaking guest houses which overlook the valleys below. Try to avoid the new city since this is just a block of houses and is often filled with construction work, which can spoil the Albanian experience of this town for any would be traveler.

The best time to visit Albania is during the months of May and October, since like many Mediterranean countries it has boiling summers and freezing winters.

But even though the negatives of traveling to Albania, there are many great things to see and do, for those who are looking for rough beautiful scenery, and towns and ruins steeped with historical importance. Even more surprisingly is the amount of welcome and friendship from its natives, even though most of the country’s people is in poverty. Not only will your trip help a growing country that is starting to become a hot holiday destination, but also give you a lifetime of great memories and experiences.

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Tickets can be purchased at the ring or, for a 20% surcharge, at one of the agencies on Calle Victoria, just off the Puerta del Sol. Most corridors start in late afternoon, and the best fights of all — the world’s top displays of bullfighting — come during the three weeks of consecutive daily events that mark the feast of San Isidro, in May. Tickets can be tough to get through normal channels, but are always available from scalpers on Calle Victoria and at the stadium. You can bargain, but even Spaniards pay prices of perhaps 10 times the face value — up to EUR 120 or more.

Places can be brught at the stadium, or for 20% extra at one of the many agencies. Most will begin in the late evening, and the best of all bullfights will be shown during the feast of San Isidro, in May. Tickets can sometimes be hard to get, and many have to be brought from individuals. Look around for a good deal, but remember that even the native Spaniards will pay up tom 120 EUR or more to get into a heavily anticipated bullfight.

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