World of Harry Potter - Orlando, Florida
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St.Thomas
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Jomfruland,Norway
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World of Harry Potter - Orlando, Florida

In the Intensely Competitive Theme Park World of Orlando, Will The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Prove a Game-Changer? When Universal Studios opened the second of its theme parks in Orlando, Florida, the one called Islands of Adventure, it hoped that by jamming super-scary roller coasters, Jura See more details

St.Thomas

The Exquisite Scenery In St. Thomas When you are thinking about visiting somewhere that is nice and tropical during the very cold winter months, give some thought to St. Thomas, a gorgeous island that is located in the Caribbean Sea. There are so many great reasons why I love to visit this paradi See more details

Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided gorge carved by the Colorado River in the state of Arizona, USA. It is largely contained within the Grand Canyon National Park, one of the first national parks in the United States. Above a sweeping curve in the river and with views far downstream to the west, Lipan See more details

Krabi, Thailand

Krabi, ThailandThe small fishing town of KRABI is the transport hub for the islands of Ko Phi Phi and Ko Lanta and makes a nice spot for a couple of nights. Although the town has no beaches of its own, it's only a 45-minute boat ride to the stunning bays of Laem Phra Nang and about the same time in See more details

Jomfruland,Norway

Jomfruland, NorwayJomfruland in early May on a sunny day is a unique place to look at wild flowers and a walk through the amazing oak forest, where the forest floor are covered by The Wood Anemone early in May, makes the place absolutely enchanting. If you visit Jomfruland early in May and it's a Sa See more details

Romantic Getaway in Mexico

If you and your partner are in need of a romantic holiday, consider Mexico as your place of choice, as Mexico could be the place to rekindle that lost spark for your relationship. Mexico is a country that has unique festivals, beautiful beaches, lavish resorts, interesting historical sites and See more details

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

Sharm El SheikhOne of the popular holiday destinations of Egypt include the Sharm El Sheikh, with its main tourist sport Naama Bay that can make your trip very enjoyable.Located in Southern Sinai, Sharm el-Sheikh is having one of the main tourist locations the Naama Bay.Na’ama Beach is one of the See more details

Honolulu,Hawaii

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Honolulu is a huge city with several district articles containing sightseeing, restaurant, nightlife and accommodation listings.

Honolulu, on the island of Oahu, is the capital and largest city of the state of Hawaii. It is the center of government, transportation, and commerce for the state; home to a population of nearly one million people in the metro area (80% of the state's population) and Hawaii's best know tourist destination, Waikiki Beach.

The majority of visitors to Hawaii enter through this city, meaning this is definitely not the place to go for a "get-away-from-it-all" Hawaiian vacation - It is as fast-paced and dynamic as any city, with all its problems such as heavy traffic, drugs, crime, and homelessness. But Honolulu still has the charm of the Islands' laid-back atmosphere and culture.

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Honolulu has a very moderate climate, with very little change of temperature throughout the year - the average high is 80-90°F (27-32°C) and the average low is 65-75°F (19-24°C) any time of the year. Water temperature averages 82°F (27°C) in the summer months and 77°F (25°C) in the winter months.

The only noticeable variation in seasons is in terms of rainfall. Honolulu is on the sunny, leeward side of the island, and where you are in the city will affect the chances for rain - areas like Waikiki, downtown, and the western side of the city will usually be sunny, while the hills or eastern side of the city may get some passing clouds and very brief rainfall. On average, Honolulu gets less than half an inch of rain in the summer months to almost three inches in the winter msonths.

Scenic
It's Hawaii, so there's no shortage of natural scenery, even near the big city. For those looking for expansive vistas, Diamond Head is a good starting point - this ancient volcanic crater dominates over Waikiki and the top offers an incredible view over the city. The trail leads up into a World War II-era bunker and up some steep staircases (one of over 100 steps), so the climb can be a little rough for the average couch potato.

If you're looking for a vista that you don't have to hike far to get to, look no further than the hills above Makiki. The Punchbowl crater, home to a military cemetery, offers a panoramic view closer to Downtown. Puu Ualakaa Park, also above Makiki, has a winding mountain road, Tantalus/Round Top Drive, and a number of hiking trails which provide a stunning view of southern Oahu nearly 2,000 feet above sea level.

Another popular overlook is the Nu'uana Pali Lookout, located 6 miles north of Downtown on State Road 61 (Pali Highway). The scenic vista, set between two incredibly high cliffs, provides a panoramic view of Windward Oahu. The overlook is often buffeted by high winds, but the view is more than worth it.

If ocean scenery is more your speed, the rocky shoreline of the Makapu'u Point area is an excellent bet. In addition to the scenic beaches here is the Makapuʻu Point State Wayside, a roadside stop which offers an excellent view of Makapu'u Point and its lighthouse, a view up the Windward Oahu coast, and if you're lucky, whales off-shore in the winter months. Nearby is the popular Halona Blowhole, one of the many blowholes (an underwater cave with a hole in the top, so ocean water blasts out the top) in this area, but the easiest to view due to the large parking area overlooking it.