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Brimming With International Character

admin — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 17:17:36 +0000

For a romantic getaway, a girlfriend weekend or a fun family vacation, think St. Augustine! Brimming with international character, history, art, attractions, great dining and more than a few ghosts, a visit to America’s oldest city is like going to Spain–without the jet lag! Located on the Atlantic coast just south of Jacksonville, and easily accessible by car or air, this city offers everything from a luxury retreat to budget-friendly options. If you are tired of theme park vacations, you will find the reality of narrow brick streets, ancient buildings and international dining to be a refreshing change. St. Augustine, Florida: America’s Oldest City, by travel writer Pamela Watson, is now available in video format for your mobile device.

Mexico for Luxury or Adventure

admin — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 16:53:14 +0000

Today we’re featuring two tours which are best viewed before your trip. They depart from our usual format of turn-by-turn walking directions, and instead give you a valuable overview of the destinations so that you can plan ahead and make the most of every minute of your travel time.

For those seeking comfort be sure to check out Best of Baja and Luxury Resort Spas by Paul F. Foster. “Looking for sparkling beaches, the best spas, and the greatest seaside vacation ever? Los Cabos, Mexico’s premiere resort at the tip of Baja, offers all of this, complete with water sports, trophy sport fishing, and golf. Explore the charming towns of San Jose and San Lucas, with affordable–to very luxurious–hotels and eateries. Experience the treatments, services, and cuisine at world-class spas. A scenic one-hour flight from Los Angeles will bring you to the best of Baja!”

And for the extreme opposite, if you’re looking for adventure, check out Julie Hatfield’s new tour of “The Sea of Cortez”. Julie has been a staff writer for The Boston Globe for 22 years, and is now a freelance travel writer. “Just 100 miles from the southwestern border of the United States, Las Animas Wilderness Retreat isÂ on the shores of the Sea of Cortez. ‘Mexico’s Galapagos’ is so remote you must take a small plane and then a boat just to reach it. Â World-class fishing (some say the best in the world), snorkeling, whales, dolphins, birds, yurt-living, margaritas and sunset over a beach without electricity or hotels is worth the trouble. Only 20 guests at a time enjoy the magic of a place John Steinbeck called ‘miraculous.’ Ever swim with a 16-foot whale shark? Here, it’s a piece of cake.”

Rio: Sugarloaf, Christ The Redeemer & Santa Teresa

Marie — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 15:07:12 +0000

Rio: Chapter Three

VisualTravelTours is pleased to announce a new tour of Rio by travel writer John Clites, now available in audio/video (narrated) format. Everyone with a cell phone or video device can now experience all the inside stories while saving 75% over most personal tour guides.

John’s extensive tour of Rio includes several locations. “The geography of this sprawling city is unique. It is set between the South Atlantic and huge domes of granite, which afford breathtaking views of the ocean, Guanabara Bay, chic neighborhoods and shantytowns, and those oh-so-inviting beaches. The twin domes of Sugarloaf Mountain, accessed by cable car, provide 360-degree views of the city from two levels. The tour then visits Christ the Redeemer: perched atop Corcovado Mountain, the statue watches over the city. Below Christ’s outstretched arms you will have views of the entire city, including Sugarloaf. Finish your trip at the lesser-known hilltop community of Santa Teresa, reached by Rio’s last surviving streetcar. This is a favorite weekend hangout for locals, who come for the food and the samba. After lunch, enjoy the cool breezes and magnificent views as you sip your coffee and once again reach for your camera.”

London to Oxford by Boat

admin — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:02:54 +0000

From London to Oxford on the Thames is now available as a QuietGuide. Tour Provider Malcolm Hawkins is a musician and writer who has lived in London, and in Oxfordshire, and has made many trips on the river Thames. He tells us that, “There is no river on earth with more history. Of the millions of tourists coming to Britain every year, very few will go up the Thames by boat. Instead, they will be driving on the crowded roads we are going to miss. We shall see a wholly different side of the country and enjoy the adventure of boating, through a series of locks, from the capital city to the oldest university city in England.”

Adventure in the Sea of Cortez

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:40:13 +0000

Just 100 miles from the southwestern border of the United States, Las Animas Wilderness Retreat on the shores of the Sea of Cortez, “Mexico’s Galapagos,” is so remote you must take a small plane and then a boat to reach it. World-class fishing (some say the best in the world), snorkeling, whales, dolphins, birds, yurt-living, margaritas and sunset over a beach without electricity or hotels is worth the trouble. Only 20 guests at a time enjoy the magic of a place John Steinbeck called “miraculous.” Ever swim with a 16-foot whale shark? Here, it’s a piece of cake. Be sure to check out this new tour by travel writer Julie Hatfield.

Quebec City: Just Released

admin — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 16:45:04 +0000

Have you been to the oldest “European” city in North America? Quebec City: Canada’s Charming Nouvelle France just recently released in audio/video format was written and photographed by travel writer Brad Olsen. Brad says, “The historic appeal, haute cuisine, lively festivals, and dramatic landscape offer diversions for every type of traveler!” And (a behind-the-scenes-secret) since the voice over was done by an entertainer who sings French cabaret songs, even the locals will enjoy the tour!