Mexico City is the capital, and stands beneath two impressive snow capped volcanoes, Popocatépetl and Ixtaccíhuatl. The city is well above sea level, 2240m to be precise, and is full of beautiful rambling buildings that are a patchwork of all the colonial influences over the cities vibrant history. Although Mexico City is vast and hectic it does have a very spacious and open feel, with many quiet back streets and green parks where you can stop for a minute and take a breather. For visitors there is the Cathedral Metropolitana, which is an attractive mix of a number of different styles including Gothic, Baroque and Neo-Classical, with its famously ornate gilded interior chapel and altar. Nearby to the cathedral is the excavated site of one of the great Aztec temples, which can be viewed from various raised walkways. Adjoining this is a museum, which has more information on the temple and displays some of the wonderful artefacts that were excavated from the site. There is also a beautiful concert hall and arts centre in the city, the Palacio de Bellas Artes, which is carved from white Carrara marble and has housed many classic performances for renowned artists over the years such as Maria Callas, Plácido Domingo, Pavarotti, and Dame Kiri Te Kanawa.

There are some excellent day excursions from Mexico City as well, including the beautiful floating Aztec gardens of Xochimilco, where you can hire gondolas to take serene trips around the many tree-lined canals. Also you can visit the pretty colonial village of Coyoacán, which is popular with many artisans and has lovely market stalls where you can buy high quality arts and crafts.

If you are visiting central Mexico then there are many wonderful examples of Spanish colonial architecture and culture throughout the area, and the milder climate and good local cooking can make for some lovely day trips in and around the pretty towns and villages. The capital of the Jalisco region, Guadalajara, has a lively Spanish atmosphere, with some beautiful parks and architecture, such as the central cathedral which boasts 11 altars and an extensive art collection. There is also a bustling market with lots of fresh local produce, and an annual rodeo show during the October festival where feats of horsemanship and bull fighting are on display. Just a few miles from Guadalajara is San Miguel de Allende, which has some famous hot baths and spas and is classed among Mexico’s national monuments. The town is also acclaimed for its nine-day festival at Christmas, the Posadas, which symbolises the Christian tradition of the journey Joseph and Mary undertook in Bethlehem leading up to the birth of Christ.

Wherever you are visiting in Mexico make sure you research

your destination first, to ensure you do not miss out on any of the diverse attractions on offer, and as with any trip remember to keep your travel documents and currency safe and secure as you make your way about the country.

The Falmouth Beach Resort Hotel in Cornwall has state of the art facilities and a stunning view looking out over the beautiful bay, but it is also committed to sustainable environmental management. The hotel adapts strict waste reduction policies including a recycling scheme, and encourages both staff and guest to use public transport, cycling and walking to get around. The hotel also sources produce for the kitchen from the local area to reduce food miles and carbon emissions, and encourages self-catering guests to buy locally as well. You might also be interested in the new eco-friendly holiday village being developed in Pembrokeshire, which comprises of timber lodges and cottages that follow a tradition Welsh village layout, but that are powered by renewable energy sources such as biomass fuels that are developed from local crops.

It is also a good idea to keep an eye on which hotels win awards in the highly acclaimed Considerate Hotel of the Year Awards, which seek out those establishments that have the best environmental and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) performances each year. These awards include categories like ‘Green Team of the Year‘ and ‘Green Champion of the Year‘, but the main award to look out for is the ‘The Considerate Hotel of the Year‘ award, which goes to the best all-round environmental performance, which was won in 2007 by The Cavendish Hotel in London.

A trip to Prague on New Year 2009 will be the right occasion to discover or rediscover the charm of former centuries and the rich art collectionsof czech Museums.

Prague is not a big city (1 200 000 people), is not overcrowded and very easy to discover walking in the downtown. There are plenty of pubs there where you can taste the delicious Bohemia beer and the tasty cuisine. But these traditional pubs are usually overcrowded, even Bill Gates did not find a free table.

Guards changing in the Hradcany Palace has a special ritual and is a show for any tourist.

Prague is a very ancient city lying on the banks of Vltava River, and a boat trip is a must when travelling in Prague on New Year 2009.

A few personalities who lived in Prague are very significant for its history, and appear overwhelming all over: Franz Kafka, Alexander Dubcek, Antonin Dvorak etc. Kafka is from far away the absolute leader and winner, he stays on shirts, cofee cups and many other souvenirs you can find in Prague on New Year 2009.

A travel to Prague on New Year 2009 is a good oportunity to relax and also a cultural trip. They know to entertain the guests in Prague, you won’t be dissapointed. But you must book in advance, and I am sure you will spend wonderful days and nights there.

Mar del Plata is one of the most famous beach side resorts in Argentina and is also one of the top coastal towns in the whole of South America. The scenery of Mar de Plata is lovely, with undulating green hills and over 40km of beautiful sandy beaches. There is also a busy boardwalk, where everyone goes to stroll, eat and be seen, as well as a nice shopping area full of fashionable designer shops. Around the area are some impressive cliffs and ravines, which are ideal for hiking, paragliding and rock climbing, but the main attraction to Mar del Plata is the sociable nightlife with plenty of bars, restaurants, nightclubs, theatres and live outdoor performances to choose from.

There are so many shows on over the New Years period it is a good idea to go to one of the show guide websites such as www.VegasView.com, so that you can scan through all the choices and make reservations on the ones you are interested in to avoid disappointment. Some shows tipped to be sold out quickly this year include the Cirque du Soleil “O” show at the famous Bellagio Hotel, and the Mama Mia show at the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino. Also there is also a rumour going around that Britney Spears might be doing some special Las Vegas come back shows around this New Years time.

If you are not interested in any of the extravagant shows, then most casinos and hotels offer extremely good deals on food and drink in their restaurants and bars, and also there are some massive parties arranged for the New Years period in Las Vegas. This includes the famous street party that is hosted along all four miles of the famous Las Vegas strip, with lights and fireworks galore, and revelers packing the sidewalks, dancing, eating and drinking the night away.

Because there is so much happening right on the street on New Years Eve there is a forceful police presence throughout the city at this time, so whilst you are having fun try and keep things within a reasonable level to avoid getting into trouble. Glasses and bottles will be confiscated on the sidewalk as there has been trouble with these containers being used as missiles in the past, and also there is an absolute zero tolerance policy on bad behaviour towards law officials, so even if you are a bit tipsy don’t be tempted to moon them or give them any amusing hand signals!

All of the Christmas and New Years period is very busy in Las Vegas, so make sure you book your flights, hotels and tickets to shows as soon as possible. You can find some great deals on hotels online at websites like www.ebookers.com, so make sure you look around as this is a very competitive city, and you can get up to 60% off on standard rooms if you book well in advance.

One of the highest mountain peaks in Europe, Mont Blanc is located in the stunning French Alps, and there are a number of excellent hiking and climbing opportunities in this area that will challenge all skill levels. Thousands of people flock to the Alps each year to scale the mountain ranges and see the breathtaking scenery, and of course there are the many famous luxury ski resorts, which take advantage of the perfect conditions for skiing and other winter sports. If you are interested in hiking and trekking there is also the Pyrenees Mountain in the south west of France, which offer some amazing views and landscapes.

France is famous for its cycling tours, and the moderate sweeping landscapes of Bordeaux and Burgundy are perfect for beginners, with plenty of stops off a wineries and vineyards to break up the trip. If you are looking for a more challenging cycling adventure then there are some longer tours across the Loire Valley region, which boasts some of the most cultural landscape in France, with many historic towns and villages and some fantastic architectural monuments such as the famous Château de Valençay.

The coastline in France is just as diverse as the countryside, including wide sandy beaches and rocky outcrops, and offers a wealth of water activities including sailing, swimming, diving and fishing. There are also some challenging cliff faces that are popular with climbers, such as the limestone cliffs of Calanques in the south.

To find out more about adventure holidays in France you can visit the official French tourist board website www.uk.franceguide.com, or you could browse through the various independent travel companies that specialise in adventure holidays in this area, such as French Fusion or Headwater.

First of all, the position is very picturesque: on the Charles River, in the Suffolk County. And on the Atlantic Ocean! From this position results a very mild climate, with subtropical influences.

Second, this city founded in 1603 played a major role in the American Independency War and was very present in the all american history. You can see it in every corner of the city.

Third, the city is not overcrowded and very safe. The crime statistics are very low for Boston, a real miracle after the ‘30 decade, when police was very corupted and had no efficiency.

Visiting Boston, you won’t be disapointed at all! I listed for you bellow a list of necesary things to do in Boston!

1. Franklin Park Zoo. Good for the children, good for the adults, a visit to this wonderful Zoo is very instructive and relaxing.

2.Museum of Fine Arts. It offers a comprehensive vision on the evolution of the world art in the XXth century specially. It is free on wednesday nights.

3. Museum of Science. Amazing machines of all kind in an original approach.

4.New England Aquarium. Huge, fascinating, breathtaking.

5.Harvard University and MIT are worldwide renowned study and research centers. Many Nobel Prize winners are teaching here. Very good for a tourist visit or for a student stay.

6.Quincy Market with its bakeries, restaurants and alleys is a place where you can spend a full day.

7.The freedom trail in the downtown Boston is gathering 16 historical buildings from former centuries.

8.The Prudential Tower is the best place for shopping and dining

9.Boating and sailing in the Boston Harbor. Wonderful outdoor activities for beginners, advanced or profesionals.

10. Emerald Necklace gathers nine parks linked together between parkways or waterways and stretches on over 100 acres. You can walk or ride the bike, having an excelent time. The Public Garden is a component of the Emerald Necklace and America’s first park, opened in 1837.

Book an extraterrestrial travel ! The American millionaire Daniel Dito was the space tourist from the history: he lived a week in the Russian Space Station Sojuz, and he payed 20 000 000 $ for this ultimate adventure.

Space tourism is unique and the Earth seen from the space is wonderful. Simply fantastic, says anyone who saw it.

There are already a plenty of interested people(20 000), and even 3 companies offering places for these special flights. Space tourism is booming, but the prices are still not very acceptable; nevertheless they started to shrink (200 000 Dollars nowadays). There are even planes for building a space hotel. In a few years we are going to ask our wives: What to do this week end: Mallorca or an extra atmospheric trip? I can hardly wait for it.

I still have some question to ask: will the space vagabonds different from their terrestrial mates? Will be the services and prices high enough ? What do you think about space tourism?

Accommodation can range from cheap to chic, but it all gets booked up for Christmas well before autumn each year. If you are not familiar with the city then look on some of independent New York community websites such as www.wirednewyork.com or www.askanewyorker.com, to get some insider knowledge on the best places to stay and dine out. Prices in a good, standard hotel start at around $80 a night for a double room, but you will need to spend at least $120 to get something really nice.

There are hundreds of nightclubs and bars in the city, but to find out what is really hip you can look on New York Magazines nightlife pick on their website, which lists of the top nights out for the current year, and includes some cool celebrity hang outs. For dining out you should check out the local pizza joints as New York is famous for its high quality pizza and Italian food, and you can also get a list of restaurant reviews at on the New York magazine website or at www.zagat.com, and again it will be worth booking in advance as the best places get very busy.

Shopping is a must when you are in New York, especially at Christmas time when the shops go mad with decorations and all things festive. Top shopping hotspots include the world famous Bloomindales, as well as Barneys (home of edgy fashion), Macys (big brand names), and Tiffany & Co for all things jewellery related. If you are after bargains then there are also several large H&M stores full of discount clothes and for kids a trip to the huge toyshop FAO Schwarz on Fifth Avenue is an absolute must do.

If you are after a bit of culture during your New York Christmas break, then look no further than the impressive range of New York museums, most of which are free entry, and also New York is the home of Broadway, where you can catch a huge range of shows from the famous and fabulous, to the arty and quirky. If you do want to see a show you will have to book early, so go online to www.broadwaybox.com, and you may also grab a bargain or two for making reservations in advance.

Getting around New York can be exhausting at the best of times, but over the Christmas period it is completely crazy, so book your transport from the airport to your hotel in advance. You will have very little chance of waving down a cab, so make yourself familiar with the subway, which is cheap and reasonably easy to use, or get a good street map and be prepared to do some walking.

For those that like the glamorous life there are a number of top class beach resorts, particularly to the south of Lima, which is the capital city. Here you will find long stretches of white sandy beaches, washed by the cool clean waters of the Pacific ocean, which are perfect from peaceful sunbathing, and also a variety of water sports including scuba diving, snorkeling, yachting and jet skiing. Some of the beaches in Peru are not suitable for swimming, as there are some tricky underwater currents and water quality is poor in some areas, so make sure you check each beach out before you jump straight in the water.

Beaches in Peru are also popular for their entertainment facilities as well as their beauty. There are lots of nice hotels and seafood restaurants dotted along the beachfronts, as well as a good number of sailing clubs and yacht marinas. Concerts are often held on wide sandy beaches in Peru, and these can become very exciting and crowded at weekends, with lots of additional entertainment such as small food and market stalls. There is also a wealth of attractive colonial architecture in the neighbouring towns, as well as day trips to the famous Inca sites that are buried in the Peru’s native jungles. The Amazon rainforest is in close proximity to Peru, and many travel companies also offer adventure tours into this area, as well as bird watching and animal spotting expeditions.

Because beaches in Peru attract such a lot of wealthy visitors, petty crime is always a small problem. To keep safe make sure you keep an eye on your belongings, and don’t carry any unnecessary currency or traveller documents on your person.