Sedona Arizona is one of the most beautiful areas in the state. This small town is made magnificent by its world famous red rock canyons and buttes and its high desert locale.

The scenic setting has made Sedona Arizona a haven for artists, outdoor enthusiasts and New Age seekers. These diverse groups have blended in with the area’s homesteaders and Native Americans, creating an interesting mix of sights and activities for the Arizona vacationer.

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From cosmopolitan opera houses to cowboys on the range, South America is an immensely diverse cocktail of everything from regal to rustic. A cultural mecca as well as a wildlife sanctuary, this birthplace of the tango rewards visitors with constant sites, adventures and taste temptations. White-sand beaches, glacier-dotted coastlines and dense green forests offer every outdoor enthusiast something to anticipate. Five-star restaurants, boutique shopping and museums provide welcome relaxation.

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Traveling by train is a different and unique way of seeing the countryside that almost seems a part of an era long past. Back in the early part of the century train travel was the most common way of seeing the country, but in our era of cars and airplanes not as many people ride the train as once did. If you are one of the lucky ones that does ride the train, you’ll appreciate the scenic beauty of the nation.
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With a population of over a quarter of a million people, Alicante based in the Valencian region of Spain is a popular tourist destination. With a unique location between the mountains and the sea, it has a stunning harbour and large port and is home to a large business and residential community.

Alicante has a small city centre, which means you can visit most of the tourist locations by foot. The city is pre-historical and hence there are lots of historical places of interests in Alicante that are worth a visit. Iglesia de Santa Maria - the 15th century church ? is one such edifice, also the oldest in Alicante. The interesting aspect with Iglesia de Santa Maria is that it was a mosque during the Moorish times. The Town Hall and a Monastery are also close by. Located 5km from the city centre is the Monastery de la Santa Faz, which is a great tourist attraction worth visiting. Read the rest of this entry »