Tasty Destination - Food & Travel

It’s a fact that Texas cooking has its own style, influenced by Mexicon cuisine, traditional Native American recipes and the frontier spirit. There’s also a strong dash of Southern. The food is extremely rich and full-flavored. Some of the regionally famous dishes of Texas include chili, chicken fried steak, barbecue and tex-mex cooking. It’s natural that when people go to a restaurant, they are looking forward to relaxing and enjoying the moment. That’s why people visit places that let them kick back while they are there. The same applies for travel. Staying in a hotel is the best place to be when you are away from home. A hotel can offer you and your travel companions spa treatments, first-class dining, shops, cafés, lounges, and more. This will allow you to experience a fun time while you are staying at the hotel. Hotel rooms are quite comfortable and provide you with everything you need for the duration of your stay. However, there are times when you might want to go out...

When people travel to foreign locales they tend to come home with a lot more than a camera full of pics and a suitcase festooned with bedbugs. Many world travelers pick up pieces of their destinations and bring them home. For some people this could mean adopting a new style of dress or picking up trinkets from the local bazaar, while others will try their hand at learning the language or cooking traditional recipes when they return home. But one thing you may not notice is that visiting another country and culture has shifted your design sensibilities. So if you're looking for worldly inspiration before you start your home renovation, here are a few locales you may want to add to your travel list. 1. Rome, Italy. When it comes to stately architecture, you can't do much better than a visit to Rome to check out the Coliseum, the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, and Saint Peter's Basilica, just to name a few famous buildings. If you're looking for something stately a...

Vacationing for college students is all too often a difficulty, and sometimes not even an option. For those of you who find yourselves struggling to get all of the schoolwork done on time and have to pinch pennies all the while, going on a vacation during the post semester break can seem unfeasible. But don't let tight finances get you down. Everyone deserves a vacation, and you may be able to make it happen with less money than you'd think. Finding the perfect college vacation is simply a matter of creative thinking and clever shopping. You don't have to fly out of the country, or even out of state to have a fun vacation. One of the most popular ideas for students looking to get away on their down time is camping. Camping trips are fun and inexpensive ways to bond with your friends and classmates, and this could be just the kind of break you need. There is not a whole lot of planning required. A few basic essentials like tents, sleeping bags, food, and firewood can be ...

Chris Court Photography Activities can be the key to making a vacation a supremely memorable one. Sometimes they're a little more expensive than they need to be, but if you can make them happen it might mean the difference between a truly incredible trip and a regular kind of trip. If you know the right places to look, you can always find activities that are as romantic as they are practical inexpensive. Depending on your vacation location, you can take advantage of the natural scenery, fresh air, and your own two legs to have a trip that's beautiful, romantic, and -- most importantly -- affordable. Fresh air is the best way to enjoy a vacation. Why leave work to spend all your time indoors? Bring a good pair of hiking shoes and get out to explore some of the natural terrain around wherever you're staying. Hiking is healthy, fun, and a great way to truly experience the nature, sights, and scenery firsthand. It's a wonderful workout and makes you feel like you'...

When it comes to counteracting the stresses of everyday life, pretty much everyone can agree that hitting the road in search of unpopulated wilderness is the way to go. Of course, some people aren't keen to camp on the cold, hard ground, so a small population with some tourist amenities is nice, and in both regards there are many lake communities across the U.S. that can deliver. So if you're looking for a locale that will provide you with hassle-free living and a peaceful communion with nature, here are some of the best lakes to visit . by  jcookfisher 1. Lake Tahoe. This mountain lake straddles the border of California and Nevada, but really bears the best-known hallmarks of neither. It lacks both the arid heat and the crowded atmosphere that have come to characterize these two states, which makes for a welcome respite for residents. Situated at over 6,000 feet above sea level in the Sierra Nevada range, Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in the U.S. This means ...

Finding the right wine to accompany a spicy dish can be quite tricky. Get it wrong and your more heat-sensitive diners won't thank you for it- heavily oaked wines or those with a high tannin level can are certainly best avoided, as they can add to the heat rather than provide a cooling contrast. On the other hand, you don't want to serve a wine that will be completely overpowered by the strong flavors of the food. However, get the pairing right and a good wine choice can make a pleasant meal into something really special. There are plenty of wonderful (and reasonably priced) wines that go beautifully with richly spiced Asian dishes. With a little help you should be able to get all the information you need from the label on the back of the bottle, but here are a few suggestions to get you started: 1. Vegetable samosas and Dr Loosen Riesling A good veggie samosa is a masterpiece of spices and flavors, wrapped in just enough pastry to deliver a satisfying crunch. A Riesl...

The world is diversified in tourist attractions ranging from parks to coastal beaches. Beaches form a wonderful tourist attraction in the world today and they give amazing views to visitors. However, there are five great beaches you must visit in the world. These are top tourist destinations and if everyone is given the chance, there is no room for hesitation.        Anse source beach by  Olivier Cochard-Labbé The top beach on earth is the Anse source beach. This breathtaking beach is found in Seychelles and is a paradise on the globe. The stunning beach is a blend of calm waters, white sand and rocks capped with greenery. The beach is just amazing and if given the chance you will not miss the point of visiting it. There are many beaches in Seychelles but this beach really catches a substantial number of tourists. It is among the best on earth and if you are given the chance, you cannot miss visiting it.    The pink beach The pin...

Phuket has been on our radar for sometime as a popular holiday destination and we have been monitoring it for some time. When we finally made it to the Island, we found that it was better than we ever imagined. The island province offers a wealth of exhilarating activities custom designed with the tourist or visitor in mind. While having some good money is a plus, this is one of the few places across the face of the earth that allows you a lot at no money or very little if any. If you are looking for a place to be yourself, then you will find Phuket as the place to be. For us, both my wife and I, we found it as the excellent place worth basing our day-trips into the huge number of dive spots surrounding the Island. Also, if you would like to depart to some of the many liveaboard types of dive trips, Phuket is the place to be. We used it to depart to fabulous visits to Mergui Archipelago and Simmillan Islands. While there are a number of Padi 5-star dive operators in Patong with their...

Las Vegas is a city full of twists, turns and surprises. It’s not just the casinos and the entertainment either: the city itself is full of surprising facts. Here are seven shockers that you probably didn't know about Las Vegas. Fact #1: The Misplaced Strip Las Vegas is most famously known for its strip of casinos and world class hotels. Most commonly referred to as the Vegas Strip, it’s easily the most notorious few miles in the United States. The surprise? The strip (the whole thing) isn’t actually in Las Vegas . It’s actually in the Township of Paradise, in Clark County. It’s simply named the Vegas Strip for convenience and for marketing. Fact #2: “I’m Not Going to Gamble” One of the most common lies told in Las Vegas is “I’m not going to gamble.” In a fairly comprehensive survey, researchers found that only 13% of the people who came to Las Vegas came to gamble. By the end of their stay

Dubai is known primarily for its big buildings and lavish real estate sector, as well as hard working expats who make up about 90% of the state’s population. People, from all over the world, have chosen Dubai as their home and/or work destination, adding very unique and vast cultural diversity here. This diversity is reflected in all aspects of life, making Dubai one of the most expat friendly destinations on the globe. To cater to people from different social statuses and income groups, Dubai is known for offering a broader spectrum of services. You can find a number of facilities here according to your budget, including a wide variety of dining options. Among the tasty destinations of the world, Dubai is quite a notable one. I have chosen to discuss some of the