Nothing in Québec seems more important than the province's ongoing struggle to preserve its cultural identity. On a couple of occasions, the people of Québec have voted on the issue of the province becoming a sovereign nation.
At the last referendum, in 1995, the province was as close as it has ever been to separating from Canada. However, the people of Quebec voted to remain an important province in Canada.
But the political issues surrounding Québec shouldn't overshadow its remarkable beauty and the vibrancy of the people who live there. A wonderful mixture of culture, language, architecture and landscape make Quebec a thrilling and educational area to visit.
Montreal and Québec City are Québec's largest cities. Montreal is a beautiful city renowned for its nightlife and world-class restaurants. Québec City, the predominately French-speaking capital, is webbed together by historic cobblestone streets and its distinctive culture.
Mexico is a beautifully diverse place, and has so much to offer to travelers. Whether you decide to visit the local beaches famous all around the world for their hospitality, and beauty, or some of the many historical cities from the time before Spanish colonization.
There are also many archaeological sites rich in culture belonging to the Maya, Olmec, Tarascan, and Aztec civilizations. Beautiful national parks are plentiful and cover land ranging from desert to mountains to forests.
Even if you just hang out in one of the modern cities, be assured, you will enjoy it.
Highlights in Mexico is the capital, of Mexico City. Also Monterrey, with its beautiful colonial buildings and Guadalajara.
Antarctica is the smallest continent. Almost totally covered with ice and with temperatures far below zero, it hardly seems like an inviting tourist destination. Indeed, you are unlikely to find anything like sun, sea and sandy beaches on Antarctica. But you'll find a unique and exciting environment, full of unique wildlife and breathtaking scenery.
Antarctica is populated mostly by scientists who live and on the frozen continent. Although there is no official support for tourism, those adventurous enough to brave the weather may also find opportunities to work on one of the various research facilities for short periods of time.
These opportunities, of course, may only be undertaken after relevant training has been satisfactorily completed prior to departure. Aside from this, the other ways to experience Antarctica include shore visits from commercial sea voyages (by far the most popular) or sightseeing by.
While the continent has rightfully earned the reputation for being cold, there is, contrary to what many may believe, very little snowfall or rain. The landscape is dry and barren, and most of the region's moisture has been tied up in frigid seawater and the massive packs of ice that.
The island of Madagascar, situated off the east coast of Africa, is often considered to be a wonderful vacationing spot.
The only drawback for tourists is a lack of infrastructure; however this also ensures that crowds of foreigners are not overrunning the country.
Madagascar is made up of six provinces – Antsiranana , Mahajanga , Toamasina , Antananarivo , Fianarantsoa and Toliara – the capital city of each lending its name to the province.
Antananarivo , or Tana, as it is more commonly known, is the capital city of Madagascar and is situated in the central highland region of the island.
With an international airport and easy access to Toamasina on the east coast, and many locations in the south, Tana is where most tourists begin their visit to Madagascar.
An enjoyable journey is to follow national route number 7 from Tana to Tulear , which takes in the towns of Antsirabe , Ambositra , Fianarantsoa , Ambalavao , Ihosy and Toliara as well as providing access to scenic attractions such as Ranomafana National Park (lemur spotting and hot springs), Isalo National Park, the Fianarantsoa-Manakara Rail Journey , home made paper factories , spiny forests and world class diving at Ifaty .
As you fly into to Cairo, Egypt one will be left speechless as they look out the window and see the contrast of the setting. Out one side of the plane, you can see the vast arid desert which seems to be never ending; out the other side of the plane you see a busy city which looks like a modern day Oasis.
Travelers from all over the world have been marveling at Egypt 's wondrous antiquities for thousands of years. Although these antiquities still exist today, a visit to Cairo , Egypt is more than an immersion into the past but also encompasses many modern day amenities which anyone will be sure to enjoy.
Just walking around downtown and in the older residential parts inside the wall of the city where craftsmen work on the sidewalks outside their homes is also a real pleasure. It is easy to meet real Cairenes that are eager to discuss anything with you. Some of them try to lure you into their carpetshop; others are really interested and interesting to talk with.
If you are hungry make sure to try the most popular Egyptian dish, Koshray. Koshray is a traditional Egyptian meal that consists of a delectable combination of macaroni, spaghetti, rice, black lentils, chick peas, garlic sauce and a spicy tomato chili sauce, all topped with fried onions.
A visit to the pyramids and the Sphinx is a must, since these Egyptian icons are living and existing marks for the fascinating history that Egypt carries and is proud of. Just be aware for the aggressive Egyptian friendliness overthere from camel drivers or policemen who try to earn a few Egyptian pounds from you (they call it bahshis, a tip).
Just ask a friendly tourist to assist you in making a picture from you and you will not leave the pyramids with an irritated feeling about this Egyptian earning strategy. While in the city make sure you visit the museum first before going to see pyramites. You will appreciate more to the culture of ancient Egypt. It is advice not to make the pyramite visits on Fridays due to mass at noon time 12-13. The pyramites are closed during the time period.