globocation http://www.globocation.com Travel Blog | Backpacking Articles - Budget Travel Writing Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:25:17 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Edinburgh: An Epicure’s Delight http://www.globocation.com/edinburgh-an-epicures-delight/ http://www.globocation.com/edinburgh-an-epicures-delight/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:33:15 +0000 admin http://www.globocation.com/?p=2135 Edinburgh has everything that a lover of fine food and drink could possibly want though it is a fabulous place for a city break whether or not you are in search of gastronomic delights. In addition to superb restaurants it is a picturesque city packed with culture, history and character-filled pubs, with enough to see, [...]]]> http://www.globocation.com/edinburgh-an-epicures-delight/feed/ 0 An Introduction to Golf in Scotland and What to Expect http://www.globocation.com/an-introduction-to-golf-in-scotland-and-what-to-expect/ http://www.globocation.com/an-introduction-to-golf-in-scotland-and-what-to-expect/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:36:14 +0000 admin http://www.globocation.com/?p=2120 For lovers of golf there is something very special about playing in the country where the modern game originates: Scotland. Despite the game of ‘gowf’ (as it was then known) being banned by King James II in the 15th century, the powers that be came to their senses in 1502 when the ban was lifted. [...]]]> http://www.globocation.com/an-introduction-to-golf-in-scotland-and-what-to-expect/feed/ 0 The Oldest Restaurant in the World! http://www.globocation.com/the-oldest-restaurant-in-the-world/ http://www.globocation.com/the-oldest-restaurant-in-the-world/#comments Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:33:37 +0000 admin http://www.globocation.com/?p=2090 This was a great little find and one of our highlights on a short birthday break to Madrid.  The restaurant Botin, located just off Madrid’s Plaza Mayor is listed in the Guiness Book of Records as the oldest working restaurants in the world – I actually felt like I was back in 1725!  Be sure [...]]]> http://www.globocation.com/the-oldest-restaurant-in-the-world/feed/ 0 Has the ‘Gap Year’ Become a Cliche? http://www.globocation.com/has-the-%e2%80%98gap-year%e2%80%99-become-a-cliche/ http://www.globocation.com/has-the-%e2%80%98gap-year%e2%80%99-become-a-cliche/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:09:50 +0000 admin http://www.globocation.com/?p=2068 The Gap Year has become such a common step in the journey from school pupil to adult it is hard to believe it is still a fairly recent phenomenon.

For employers scanning CVs, the occurrence of the gap year experience appearing on page 2 has become so widespread it no longer makes an individual stand [...]]]> http://www.globocation.com/has-the-%e2%80%98gap-year%e2%80%99-become-a-cliche/feed/ 0 Kiwi Madness – Heliskiing in New Zealand http://www.globocation.com/kiwi-madness-heliskiing-in-new-zealand/ http://www.globocation.com/kiwi-madness-heliskiing-in-new-zealand/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:24:57 +0000 admin http://www.globocation.com/?p=2040 Skiing in New Zealand? Most definitely, and you won’t need to drive far from Christchurch to take advantage of raw slopes that will challenge even the best skier. In fact, you can journey so far off the beaten path that you’ll need a helicopter to drop you off. Are your juices flowing yet?

Methven Heliskiing [...]]]> http://www.globocation.com/kiwi-madness-heliskiing-in-new-zealand/feed/ 0 The Gambling Hotspots Of The World http://www.globocation.com/the-gambling-hotspots-of-the-world/ http://www.globocation.com/the-gambling-hotspots-of-the-world/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:31:24 +0000 admin http://www.globocation.com/?p=2024 There are some great gambling destinations around the world for gamblers to play at, and enjoy a relaxing holiday at the same time. From Atlantic City to Monaco, there is something for everyone. Here, we will look at the top gambling hotspots of the world.

Las Vegas

Las Vegas is the must-see place to visit [...]]]> http://www.globocation.com/the-gambling-hotspots-of-the-world/feed/ 0 A Guide to Major Music Festivals Outside Europe and America http://www.globocation.com/a-guide-to-major-music-festivals-outside-europe-and-america/ http://www.globocation.com/a-guide-to-major-music-festivals-outside-europe-and-america/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:14:10 +0000 admin http://www.globocation.com/?p=2004 Music festivals pack in the entertainment at a price usually much lower than what you would pay to see each artist individually. Most festivals are arranged to offer as much music as possible, typically over several days. Some of the better festivals include accommodations for visitors. Many festival locations are in carefully chosen areas near [...]]]> http://www.globocation.com/a-guide-to-major-music-festivals-outside-europe-and-america/feed/ 0 What to Pack for Your First Ski Trip http://www.globocation.com/what-to-pack-for-your-first-ski-trip/ http://www.globocation.com/what-to-pack-for-your-first-ski-trip/#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:58:42 +0000 admin http://www.globocation.com/?p=1992 Going on your first ski trip can be fun and exciting. It can also be a little overwhelming when narrowing down what you need to bring with you. A little planning can make your first ski trip a memorable experience.

Getting all those last minute details out of the way before you leave [...]]]> http://www.globocation.com/what-to-pack-for-your-first-ski-trip/feed/ 1 5 Great Ski Resort Locations in the US http://www.globocation.com/5-great-ski-resort-locations-in-the-us/ http://www.globocation.com/5-great-ski-resort-locations-in-the-us/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 15:12:30 +0000 admin http://www.globocation.com/?p=1971 The United States boasts some of the top ski resorts in the world. From the towering Rocky Mountains to the evergreen-clad hills of Vermont, there’s no shortage of top-notch ski resorts in the U.S.

These ski destinations combine the best aspects of the winter sport experience: a prime location, a rich skiing culture, modern amenities [...]]]> http://www.globocation.com/5-great-ski-resort-locations-in-the-us/feed/ 0 Benidorm vs Rio? Is it the Rio of the Med? http://www.globocation.com/benidorm-vs-rio-is-it-the-rio-of-the-med/ http://www.globocation.com/benidorm-vs-rio-is-it-the-rio-of-the-med/#comments Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:13:01 +0000 admin http://www.globocation.com/?p=1952 One is rated as one of the world’s most chic and glamorous destination for beach bums and sun seekers. The other is renowned for being a tacky resort attracting hoards of Brits

who eat and drink too much and quickly turn a rather disturbing shade of lobster pink. But is there really that much between [...]]]> http://www.globocation.com/benidorm-vs-rio-is-it-the-rio-of-the-med/feed/ 0