The Grand Canyon - United States

The Grand Canyon is an impressive landform, forged by erosion caused by the passage of the Colorado River over millions of years. The canyon resembles a labyrinth of rock that runs through northern Arizona in the United States with an area of 446 kilometers long and more than 1,600 meters deep. Much of the Grand Canyon National Park has been declared, a fact that took place in 1919. Decades later, in 1979 would be declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO

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9 tips you should know before visiting the Grand Canyon

Tips and recommendations for visiting the Grand Canyon on your own
If you are planning to visit Grand Canyon National Park on your own, as they know it in their land, we tell you some tips that will come in handy to prepare that moment you've been dreaming of for so long 😉

1) A little general culture about Grand Canyon National Park
To begin with, which is something that never goes wrong 😉

The Colorado Canyon was declared a World Heritage Site in 1979 and has 1.8 billion years of history, no less, with one of the most striking landscapes in the world. 1,750 plant and 538 animal species from the Canyon to the Colorado River below. At your disposal. Because if there is one trip you have been dreaming of for years, it is this one, we know it 😉

It is currently inhabited by five indigenous tribes: the Hopi, the Navajo, the Havasupai, the Paiute and the Halapai.

What we know as the Grand Canyon is divided into the North Rim and South Rim, both of which are about 10 miles apart. The North Rim is the least crowded, and is open from mid-May to mid-October. The South Rim is the more popular of the two, open all year round, and is the one we refer to here.


2) It's their thing to go with several layers of clothing
Because watching the sunrise and sunset in the Canyon is something you can't miss, but then throughout the day the weather changes a lot and the best thing is to put on and take off layers to the onion, a method that doesn't fail.

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3) Put a cap and sunscreen in your backpack
It is essential if you go in the hot season, when the sun is so hot that the height of the National Park (2,135 meters) gives you a headache if you are not careful. A nice way to spoil your day, very easy to prevent.

4) In the Park you can eat well and at a good price
If you don't want to carry food, you can get something to go at the visitor centre at the entrance and at Bright Angel Point you can eat sitting down at the restaurant. In both, the prices are correct: We at the restaurant pay 25 dollars for a burger and a giant salad, with two American-style Cokes: refill (they refill your glass as many times as you like)


5) You can fill your water bottles every few minutes for FREE
You don't have to go around carrying 1.5 liter bottles all the time. That's why they have it set up so well, because there are water stations every few minutes. Free water filling station they call them.

Come on, go with your refillable bottle, you'll find taps every few minutes. It's much more environmentally friendly than littering with empty bottles. 😉 And anyway, if you've taken some disposable water bottles with you, you should know that there are also recycling bins all over the park. With the amount of people that visit the Park every year, they have a great way of putting everything in its place so that we don't have to pay for it. So that we can leave it as it is for future generations.

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6) There are bathrooms
Important fact. Besides, and all are in perfect condition and as a curiosity, you should know that water is recycled 😉

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7) Never go near an animal, nor feed it. It is illegal to do so
It is possible to find "wild" animals walking quietly in the Park. And when we say "wild" it is not because we are picking on anyone or because they are aggressive, but because you will find them in their natural habitat. You don't have to imagine giant bears, but you do see a lot of squirrels and they warn that by feeding them they can get aggressive. What they recommend in case you see the bigger animals, is to stay at least 30 meters away (approximately the length of 6 cars).

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We were cycling along the route and saw a couple of deer so calmly that they didn't even bother to notice us.

And at night, already back with the car, we crossed another one of stroll by the highway. It crossed the road without any hurry, stopping in the middle, at its own pace, and we must say that in none of the cases were we afraid nor did the little animals look problematic. But just in case, it is better to take into account the recommendations of the Park.

8) You can do the tour perfectly with a wheelchair or a child's chair
We're talking about the South Rim section. The trails are wide and fully prepared for comfortable walking. Even in the viewpoints have the accesses perfectly conditioned for wheelchairs.

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9) You don't have to be over-trained to tour the South Rim

You will see people of all ages enjoying the Grand Canyon without any problems.

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The paths are easy to walk and you can rest anywhere


 

Shopping in New York

Probably one of the most popular shopping cities in the world, New York has something to offer everyone. From department stores in Midtown Manhattan to small farmers' markets in Brooklyn, this city has a wide variety of products to fit any lifestyle. The Big Apple is a special destination for shopping on vacation if you come from Europe and the exchange rate will turn out in their favor. This article will take you through the city to show our favorite places to shop. Ley de atracción

We have made a list of stores in five sections, so you can find your favorite type of store. We also include some shops in the area outside New York that were too new to be left ignored. Without further ado: The 5 best places to shop in New York.

The most famous shopping streets of New York 

When it comes to shopping, the luxury fashion streets of New York are the best known in the world. Who has not heard of Broadway and Fifth Avenue? Basically any avenue that goes from north to south of Manhattan includes a variety of boutiques between 14th Street and 59th Street. The article provides a quick overview of the best shopping streets in Manhattan and its famous shops.

Let's start with the most famous of them all. You can not go to New York without walking down Fifth Avenue. La Quinta Avenida (5th Avenue) from north to south across Manhattan and the main shopping area can be found between 14th Street to 59th Street. Fifth Avenue is best known for its luxury boutiques and department stores. You can find Apple Store, Bergdorf Goodman, Abercrombie & Fitch, Banana Republic, Gucci, H & M, Michael Kors, Prada, Victoria's Secret, Tiffany & Co, and many more stores on Fifth Avenue.
If Fifth Avenue is the most famous street in New York, then Broadway is the second. It is the longest street in Manhattan, and is often thought of it as a zone. Broadway begins at the northern tip of Manhattan and goes to down to Lower Manhattan. In the Upper West Side, you'll find many different shops on Broadway. Near Columbia University no great shops, lie a little below find larger stores like American Apparel and Urban Outfitters, along with smaller shops. In Midtown Manhattan, Broadway is more famous for its theaters, but also find many good shops in this part of town. Finally, in Lower Manhattan and Soho, Broadway has many reputable shops like Topshop or Bloomingdales.

Broadway is a popular place for shopping and longest street in Manhattan 

Times Square can not technically be a drag, but we need a place in this list. In Times Square Unique shops well known as M & Ms Store, Disney Store, Sephora, Toys R Us, and Forever 21 For more information on this area visit Discover Times Square in New York!

Herald Square just south of Times Square is best known for the Macy's flagship store, but also has a store besides Victoria Secret Gap and many others. You can also buy the shadow of the Empire State Building, which is a nice plus.

The shops of Madison Square Park and Union Square especially just south of Madison are full of fantastic shops. Eataly is right across from the Flatiron Building, which is the place you must go if you like cooking and Italian cuisine. Union Square has a large Barnes & Noble where you can read for hours and in the other part of the square is a Whole Foods to do some shopping.

The south side of Union Square is part of 14th Street, a street that runs from west to east in Lower Manhattan. In the west 14th Street runs from the Meatpacking District where many shops emerge, while in the east bordering the East Village where you will find many independent shops.

Shopping Centers in New York 

Warner Center near Columbus Circle in Manhattan
If there is a time to go to the mall when it is in the United States. Fortunately, New York has many amazing malls. The following are our favorites.

The Time Warner Center near Columbus Circle is a commercial center with shops.

 

It has Hugo Boss, Swarovski, J. Crew and more. Do not forget to visit the big Whole Foods in the basement. For more information on the area see video tour of Columbus Circle (in English).
The Manhattan Mall near Herald Square and offers a selection of shops. Great JC Penney's is the flagship store of the mall, but also find Victoria's Secret, Hallmark, Radio Shack and more.
Grand Central Terminal is more known for its food court where you can find all kinds of culinary delights. However, Grand Cental Station also offers a large collection of different stores from Banana Republic to Swatch.

Queens Center Mall is a large shopping center in Queens, offering the best prices in Manhattan. You will find stores like Target, Best Buy, Macy's and Designer Shoe Warehouse.
The Staten Island Mall in Staten Island offers good value for money. Look for the section of H & M sales or head to the big Victoria's Secret. The large shopping center has enough shops to keep you busy all afternoon.

Newport Centre is probably the largest shopping mall on our list. It is a huge mall in Jersey that offers many trendy shops and also a large food court. Bath & Body Works, Forever 21 and Kohl's are only a couple of shops you will find in this mall. Prices are also considerably better than in New York because of low taxes in New Jersey. If you go to the movies in New York, this shopping center has a great cinema AMC which is much cheaper than in the city. You can also easily go to the Newport Centre in Newport taking the PATH line and get off at the first stop after Manhattan.

Department Store in New York 

Manhattan is famous for having some of the most popular shopping centers. The following are just a few of the city can offer.

The flagship Macy's in Herald Square is something to admire. The store covers an entire block, even if you do not want to buy anything, the window shows a nice view. This Macy's is just one of many that can be found throughout the city. Huge Macy's is in Downtown Brooklyn is also very good and is considerably less crowded. Please note that if you are an international visitor will have a 10% discount on Macy's website.

Century 21 in Lower Manhattan is the ideal discounts on designer clothes destination. Here's a tip to help you on your purchases: Never buy designer clothing store face before check what they have in this store with discounts. Chances are you find the same product but at a considerably cheaper price. If you look at the stock section, almost always find hidden treasures. There is also another site of Century 21 West 66th Street near Lincoln Center on the Upper West Side.

Bloomingdale's in Midtown Manhattan are some nice and department stores that are not too crammed. You will find a large selection of designer clothes, with names like Michael Kors, Hugo Boss and and Steve Madden.

Saks Fifth Avenue is almost an institution in New York. Store on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan is without being somewhat surprising, the original Saks Fifth Avenue. This elegant shop is a delight to visit and the service is impeccable clearly.

Famous Markets in New York 

Market Union Square Greenmarket is the place to buy fresh produce in Manhattan. Francois Roux Photography.

For other New York entirely, go to one of the largest flea markets and farmers markets in the city. Whether you are looking for a vintage lamp or fresh vegetables, the markets in New York will not disappoint you.

Markets There are many in the city. The flea market in Hell's Kitchen offers a variety of antiques, vintage clothing and even original art and is open from Saturdays to Sundays from 9 to 17 The Market Brooklyn Fort Green is usually less crowded than Hell's Kitchen, but yet it is full of New Yorkers. In addition to antiques and vintage products, this market offers a lot of original art and jewelry.

When it comes to markets in New York, many food markets in the city come to mind. There are many farmers markets in New York. Market Union Square Greenmarket is the place to buy fresh produce on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Smorgasburg in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, has 80 different food vendors. 

Every Saturday and Sunday you can find food from all over the world. Other great markets include Chelsea Market, Grand Central Market and Columbia Green Market.

If you want to enjoy the fresh and exotic food, you can buy food in the market, consider staying in a vacation apartment in New York. These apartments come with fully equipped kitchens, so you can cook when you want and save money by not eating out for dinner. Another advantage of staying in an apartment is to live like a New Yorker. While you're here, be sure to explore the full all markets and stores in your neighborhood.

Outlets in New York 

The last category of our list is more popular in the region of New York: the outlets. These large stores or malls are a bit far from New York, but have a good value. All shops in these malls offer huge discounts, so definitely worth traveling out of town.

The collection Outlets Jersey Gardens offers some of the best prices on the outskirts of New York. This large market has outlet clothing from Ralph Lauren, Victoria's Secret, Ann Taylor, Forever 21 and many other popular stores. If you take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Jersey Gardens come in 35 minutes.

The Woodbury Common Premium Outlet is an outlet product almost exclusively shops. The discounts are great, but should be prepared to pay a fair amount of money for designer clothes as Burberry, Ralph Lauren, Gucci, Prada and others.

The town of Westbury has many outlets, including the most popular are The Gallery at Westbury Plaza, a Bloomingdale's outlet. This outlet is considerably smaller than the other two on our list, but for many people that's a good thing because it is much more understandable. Here you will find discounts on many luxury brands.

We hope you enjoyed our list of the 5 best places to shop in New York. Of course, many other great shops in the city of which we have not spoken. What is your favorite New York market?

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Walk through Orlando Florida

Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld Orlando are the main attractions within the travel schedule of any family visiting Orlando. To escape the crowds, rushed over and craziness that generally lives in the theme parks, you and your family must make time to make a day trip and relax.

Luckily, Orlando is only 1 hour away from a variety of attractions where you can spend an afternoon away from the crowds. I provide the following list recommends 10 places you can visit for the day:

Busch Gardens Tampa: Of course this is another theme park! However, attracts fewer visitors annually (4.4 million in 2009) to Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld Orlando. In addition, Busch Gardens Tampa possesses exciting amusement park rides and attractions like Sheikra, the first roller coaster with extreme falls from 90 degrees to over 100 kilometers per hour.

Cypress Gardens Adventure Park: The Florida's first theme park opened in 1936, however, Cypress Gardens in Winter Haven still has beautiful botanical gardens and water ski shows spectacular, but added thrill rides, live concerts and Splash Island Water Park in recent years. The park will become Legoland in late 2010.

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex: Just 45 minutes east of Orlando, the Kennedy Space Center gives you and your family also the chance of life to explore the incredible history of American space flight and see the rockets and exhibits , visit the launch areas, see movies in 3D space in an IMAX theater and more.

Silver Springs 4: Listed as "the Original Theme Park Florida," Silver Springs is located near Ocala and offers colorful botanical gardens, animal habitats, live shows, rides, shops and world famous bottom boat glass.

Florida Aquarium: Opened in 1995, the Florida Aquarium in Tampa is home to over 10,000 aquatic animals and plants from around the world including lizards, tropical fish, sharks, manta rays, sea turtles and interactive exhibits.

Lowry Park Zoo: Approximately 1,600 animals can be seen in their natural habitats in the Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa, which also has a center of wild, aviary life, petting zoo animals, live shows and more.

Canaveral National Seashore 7: One of only 10 National Beaches in the United States, Canaveral National Seashore is the longest section of undeveloped beach along the east coast of Florida. Popular activities include sunbathing, swimming, surfing, fishing and walking the Verdas.

Central Florida Zoological Park: Just a short distance by car on Interstate 4 in Sanford is the Central Florida Zoological Park, home to hundreds of animals, including lizards, cheetahs, leopards, elephants and monkeys.

Daytona USA: Located adjacent to Daytona International Speedway, Daytona USA features exhibits racing motion simulator rides, the World Center of Racing Visitors Center and tours behind racks of the race track.

Salvador Dali Museum: Located in the center of St. Petersburg, the Salvador Dali Museum offers permanent most comprehensive collection of the famous surrealist painter Salvador Dali.

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Traveling in Colombia

Colombia is a beautiful country located in South America. Its large geography is full of fascinating and exotic places that make this country a tourist destination worth visiting, know and admire. Colombia has dream beaches, mysterious jungles, deserts, mountains and many places more restful, relaxation, contemplation or adventure.  Abundancia y prosperidad

Bogotá 

Bogotá is the capital of Colombia. It is a modern, diverse and pleasant climate city. Bogota Colombia brings together the best in one place. Some tourist sites in the city are: Candelaria, the International Centre, the Gold Museum, the Monserrate hill, the Simon Bolivar Park, Metropolitan Park Tunal, World Adventure and Cultural Center Gabriel García Márquez.

Amazon 

The Amazon is a magical place that is known for its cultural diversity, its amazing variety of fauna and flora and the presence of the mighty Amazon River. Its capital is Leticia, a city of great commercial activity and gateway to jungle trails to practice ecotourism and adventure tourism. This region has many places for fun, relaxation or adventure among which Aboriginal communities, national parks, the Monkeys Island and Puerto Nariño.

Barranquilla 

Barranquilla is the capital of the department of the Atlantic and is located outside the Magdalena River. This city is home to the Carnival of Barranquilla, one of the most significant folk celebrations of Colombia. Barranquilla has a beautiful zoo, museums, parks, modern shopping centers and nearby beaches make it an exceptional place to enjoy a fun stay.

Boyacá 

Boyacá is a department of Colombia located in the center of the country. Its capital is Tunja and its main cities are Sogamoso, Duitama, Paipoa, Samacá and Chiquinquirá. In this region of Colombia converge beautiful natural landscapes and historic sites that make it special and unique destination. Your visitors will have multiple options for the healthy leisure, recreation and even learning. Lagunas, national parks, historic sites, monuments, battlefields and places are some attractions of the place.

Cartagena 

Cartagena is a Colombian city famous for its beautiful beaches and abundance of historical sites. The city has spectacular convention centers making it home to many events, conferences and meetings. Cartagena also offers its visitors countless places of recreation, culture and fun that can be found throughout the city. Museums, shopping malls, theaters, the walled city, the palace of the Inquisition and lush beaches are some of the attractions of this Colombian city.

Santa Marta 

Santa Marta is one of the oldest cities in Colombia and is also the capital of the district of Magdalena. Santa Marta is nestled in a beautiful bay surrounded by the mountain range of the Sierra Nevada, which makes it one of the favorite destinations for locals and visitors. The city is characterized by its colonial buildings, natural parks and beautiful beaches. The boardwalk Bastidas, Tayrona Natural Park, Shell Bay, Cape St. John and the historic center are just some of the many beauties of this land offers visitors.

Medellín 

Medellin is considered the second largest city in Colombia. It is located in the department of Antioquia, and is known worldwide for multicolor flower fair. The conference center or exhibition center are just some of the many attractions of this beautiful and dynamic city. 

Wonders in Trinidad and Tobago

The calypso rhythm that accompanies the world's most beautiful Carnival is only a small part of the beauties of the archpiélago of Trinidad and Tobago. These Caribbean islands have 2,300 species of plants, more than 100 mammals, birds, butterflies and reptiles. A real paradise. Hogar
Trinidad and Tobago

Trinidad and Tobago are a happy islands. Located a few miles off the Venezuelan coast, its territory includes just under 5,000 square kilometers characterized by a hilly, wooded landscape, white beaches, clear waters and, above all, a melting pot. This independent state in the southern Caribbean Sea has a generous nature that offers their best translated in tropical forests covering the center of the islands, extremely rich in flora and wildlife. Not surprisingly, between Trinidad and Tobago there are 2,300 species of plants, 108 mammals, 430 birds, 620 butterflies and 50 reptiles: Alligators, turtles, anacondas, boas and poisonous snakes.

Perhaps the crown jewel hidden Trinidad and Tobago is the Main Ridge rainforest, the oldest reserves in the Western Hemisphere, 100 square miles of preserved nature since the eighteenth century by English cutivadores. Just 15 minutes from here the Argyle waterfalls are located. The pool at the foot of the waterfall is suitable to take a dip and swim. Another inescapable for the visitor is the Asa Wright Nature Centre, paradise for birdwatchers. The large nature reserve occupies the valley of Arina is on the forefront of conservation of plants and animals threatened with extinction. Here find shelter some 170 species of birds in bright colors: toucans, woodpeckers, sparrows, weavers hummingbirds, guácharos, raptors, parrots and parrots.


On the southwest coast of Tobago, north of Crown Point, where the airport is located, is Pigeon Point, the end of a long sandy white beach. Also worth a visit to the idyllic Englishman's Bay, located on the northern coast of Tobago, between the villages of Castara and Parlatuvier, although the most popular beach in Trinidad Maracas Bay is located north of Port of Spain, the capital. The coasts of Trinidad are relatively rugged and striking them, despite the latitude and heat of sea water, the almost total absence of live coral reef.

In Trinidad and Tobago they are also known to own two characteristic signs that the differences of their Caribbean neighbors: The calypso, an Afro-Caribbean rhythm played with metal drums, made ​​from oil barrels recycled, and of course, its Carnival, the largest of the year and considered one of the finest in the world meet.
As a tourist destination growing boom, the beauty of the Caribbean landscape results in a quality hotel offer. Stand out as the Hotel Normandie accommodation, three star, family atmosphere and surrounded by craft shops and art galleries or the Asa Wright Nature Centre, surrounded by rainforest.