The world’s largest pre-Lenten carnival celebrations are held in Brazil, and hordes of people also head to Venice and New Orleans for the famous festivities there. For a smaller, less overwhelming scale, visit Panama City. Parades fill the main thoroughfare, the street vendors are out in full force, and everyone is ready to party. It’s the perfect time to show off your special costume.
Photo Essay written 31 May 2008
Feeding pigeons in St. Marks Square in Venice is now banned. So where can you go to find great pigeon action?
Pigeons come when called once a day for a noontime meal at the Jain Temple in Kochi, India.
Feeding pigeons used to be a popular activity, but has recently been banned.
A swimming pool and outdoor dining are available on the Malabar House Patio. It can be quite magical in the evening, lit with candles and accompanied by live South Indian music.
There's no better place to enjoy a sunset than n a houseboat in the Kerala backwaters.
Photo Essay written 25 May 2008
Three nights near Kochi in Kerala, India will provide the needed rejuvenation for more travel or a return to work.
Traveling through the backwaters in Kerala by houseboat provides a perfect opportunity to completely unwind.
Cruising through the Kerala backwaters you’ll get a glimpse into many facets of village life. Here a church alongside the canal glows as the sun sets.
A traditional, rice barge houseboat provides an excellent way to get to the Kumarakom Lake Resort.
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