Welcome to the January 8, 2010 edition of destinations. This is a blog Carnival, a summary of blog entries related to a particular topic, in this case, cool destinations, resorts, and attractions around the world. I plan to host a Blog Carnival on this blog at least monthly. See the link at the end of the carnival to submit an entry.

Mircea presents 5 things to do in Cape Town posted at Travel Guides.

attractions

Byteful Travel presents Exploring the Minneapolis Institute of Arts museum posted at Byteful Blog, saying, “While in Minneapolis, I got a chance to see one of the top-recommended attractions of the twin cities, the Minneapolis Institute of Arts museum.” Check out the many photos that are  included.

April Hollands presents Le Gouffre de Padirac – road trip roundup #2 posted at Le Franco Phoney. April says that it’s one of the coolest places that she’s ever visited. Thanks April!!

Sam presents New !! What To Do On Vacation in the Bahamas. Have a Great Time posted at Travel Welcome, saying, ”
Vacation in the Bahamas for the warm sunshine, crystal clear ocean, sandy beaches, and a rollicking good time. Enjoy water sports, swimming, snorkeling over a marine coral reef, underwater diving, and sailing.”

Kishor presents Bangkok Travel – Thai Treasures At The National Museum posted at Bangkok Travel, saying, “Bangkok is a great travel destination.”

June Tree presents Walking In A Winter Wonderland For $1,300 posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Visit Yosemite National Park!”

destinations

AdmirableIndia.com presents Trip to Ooty: Day 2: Part 2: Ketty valley view, Ooty; Tea Garden, Coonoor; Lamb?s Rock, Coonoor; Dolphin?s Nose, Coonoor; and Doddabetta Peak, Ooty, Highest peak of South India posted at AdmirableIndia.com.

Toni presents Mexican Travel Destinations – Mexico City posted at Tropical Islands, with information about taking a vacation to Mexico City.

Amy @ The Q Family presents 13 Things to Do in Chattanooga posted at The Q Family Adventure.

Matthew Paulson presents Quiet Town with Plenty to Do posted at The Travel Advocate.

Anne Simone presents 100 Clever Travel Hacks for Your Next Business Trip posted at Career Overview.

Sheila Scarborough presents Travel now, before your teen says “buzz off” posted at Family Travel Guide, saying, “In terms of overall travel to any destination, the best time is NOW, while your teen still thinks you’re awesome to hang around with.

TSW Blog presents My African Safari Tour: Travel Africa On A Budget posted at The Smarter Wallet, saying, “Visiting Africa!”

resorts

Yancey Grantham presents The Yellow – Youth Hotel Rome – Touring Rome Italy Hostel Vacations posted at Top Yellow Blog. This is not a true resort, but Yancey says that it can be considered one for the younger crowd!

Jeff Sullivan presents Point Royale Condominiums and Golf Resort posted at Branson Travel Attractions.

restaurants

Mircea presents El Bulli – the best restaurant in the World posted at Travel Guides.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Tripped Up By Traveling. Read this cute poem on a trip gone bad. posted at Mad Kane’s Humor Blog.

attractions

Ms. Smarty Pants presents Arches National Park Tips and Trails. posted at Ms. Smarty Pants Know It All. Get basic information and more on visiting the Arches National Park. Ms. Smarty Pants is adding info on an ongoing basis.

Costa Rica Travel presents Things To Do In Costa Rica. posted at Costa Rica Travel Revealed, Here are some cool, active, things you can do in Costa Rica if you don’t want to just lie on the beach during your vacation. Of course, relaxing on the beach is an option!

Marilyn Terrell presents Riga Overrun by Latvian Folk Singers posted at Intelligent Travel, saying, “crazy about choral music in Riga, Latvia”

Tero Mäenpää presents Helsinki, Finland posted at Trashcan.

Stephanie Bryant presents Teddy Bears and Monsters! posted at U.S. Travel, saying, “A road trip to the Vermont Teddy Bear factory across Lake Champlain.”

Tip Diva presents Top Ten Tips – Taking A Staycation posted at Tip Diva, saying, “With gas prices and travel costs rising, many people opt just to stay home on their vacation time – hence, a “staycation.” But being at home, or close to it, can make it seem like less of a break. Here are ways to ignore the fact that you’re home and enjoy your time off.”

Jeff Sullivan presents Cheap and Free Things To Do In Branson posted at Branson Travel Attractions.

Alistair Wearmouth presents Top 10 Cheap Beach Vacations posted at Beach Travel Blog | Away.com.

Matthew Paulson presents A Taste of Las Cruces posted at The Travel Advocate.

Neelakantha presents 10 Beautiful Private Islands for Sale (That You Could Actually Afford) posted at International Listings Blog.

NAOMI presents NAOMI’S BACK posted at Diary From England, saying, “I thought you might enjoy reading about my recent Spanish vacation.

Mia Killa presents Bajo Presupuesto en NYC? Descuentos y Marcas en un mismo lugar posted at Donde ir en New York – Hospedaje barato y a la moda, saying, “I’m Mia, I’m currently living in the Big Apple and just started a blog in Spanish where I plan to share tips, places to go, cheap deals in the city, recommendations and more. To every latino who lives in New York City, and everyone who’s planning to visit this wonderful city!”

We present Visit South Pass City Wyoming and Vacation in the Old West posted at Travel Dreams.

Shaula Evans presents What is this trip all about? posted at Your Mileage May Vary, saying, “We’re on an open-ended road trip without a destination and we welcome your readers’ suggestions on where we /should/ go.”

Matthew Paulson presents Refugio State Beach posted at The Travel Advocate.

ivanisko presents Top 5: Central Europe posted at Bookstore Guide, saying, “We compiled a top 5 of bookstores selling English books in Central Europe. We hope that some booklovers on the road will appreciate it…”

J presents Bangalore posted at Discover Karnataka, saying, “Traveliers all you need to need to know to your Bangalore. Bangalore is one of the most comopolitan city in India and can offer to a wide range of sight seeing and adventure.”

amanda s presents 10 Timeshare Destinations, Timeshare Vacation Locations, Best Places for Timeshare posted at RCI member informer, saying, “Top 10 places to use timeshare.”

hotels

Linda W. presents Picking The Right Caribbean Hotel posted at The Eclectic Female, saying, “Staying at the wrong hotel can absolutely ruin an otherwise
great Caribbean vacation.”

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of destinations using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

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