The Travel Onion Blog

Travelling abroad can be a hectic task; at least till you get into your desired hotel and put your feet up. The journey from your house to the hotel will take a lot out of you. The re-checking of your checklist a hundred times, making sure you haven’t forgotten anything, Read More

This is not an actual tour, but more of a list of locations that any Harry Potter fan is bound to love. Unlike many huge blockbuster films, Harry Potter was set and filmed in the UK. Read More

New York City is one of the best destinations in the world for travelers of all interests and ages. Read More

With over 90 plus national parks, India is acknowledged worldwide for preserving the most fascinating array of fauna and flora species. Read More

The unique landscape of India makes it the perfect tourist destination. With lofty mountain ranges, steep valleys and sparkling rivers, make it one of the top destinations for adventure expeditions. An adventure trip in India is all about exploring the thrilling activities, some of which are mentioned below. Read More

The weather in the Windy City can be brutal at times. In the winter, many days are spent huddled inside after you’ve shed your layers of jackets, scarves, mittens and hats. The summers are spent doing anything possible to stay cool when the temperatures rise and the sweat starts to flow. Read More

Wildlife is an eminent part of the ecosystem. Unfortunately in the present time people are ignoring the importance of fauna and flora which maintains the ecological balance. Wildlife is the best and most precious gift of Mother Nature, but humans are failing to realize its value. As the consequence of the same, the number of wildlife species is declining at an alarming rate. Read More

If you break Rajasthan to ‘Raja’ and ‘Sthan’, then the real meaning of the place will be clear in your mind. Rajasthan, the land of kings is like a jewel sparkling in the golden sand. Besides being the largest state of India, the royal land is a treasure trunk of vibrant festival, fairs, folk arts and heritage. Read More

When you think of gorgeously hot holidays with plenty of sun, sea and sand the first places to pop into your head may be Fiji, Barbados, Spain or Hawaii. But what about the other, more under-the-radar destinations that are just as perfect for getting on your sunglasses and soaking up the sun? Read More

The famous trekking destinations that welcome adventure and trekking lovers with open arms are: Read More

Lake Tahoe is an ideal destination for a girl’s weekend. The area is remote enough to let your group of girls feel like they are getting away from it all, but at the same time offers plenty of first-class amenities and exciting outdoor activities that can quickly fill up your trip itinerary. Read More

I am always looking for new ideas in online travel related tools. Recently I heard about PointsHound a new site offering to turbocharge your frequent flyer mileage when booking hotels worldwide. Pretty cool. Full disclosure – I liked the idea so much I decided to invest alongside the past CEO of Expedia and senior execs from Hotwire and Travelocity. Keep your eye on this one. Read More

With an enviable range of glacier slopes resorts accommodating all levels of ability, great snow, modern facilities and some of the best ski schools in the world, choosing Austria for your next skiing holiday is a must. But what exactly makes the winter sport destination so great? Read More

I don’t know about you, but as the winter months are upon us, all I want to do is stay cozy in bed or in the general vicinity of my house and eat hot cocoa and wear slipper socks. So you may be surprised at my new interest in unique outdoors accommodation. Read More

Many families escape the January blues by starting to plan their big summer holidays, and Orlando is at the top of the list for young and old this year. The destination offers a popular mix of action, adventure and relaxing, with the huge range of hotels and resorts dotted around catering to your every sun-soaked need. Read More

New York City is one of the most romantic cities in the world. From the carriage rides through Central Park to dinner at a romantic restaurant, there are tons of things to do for a romantic night out when you’re here for Valentine’s Day. Read More

Las Vegas hasn’t always been known for it’s profound nightclub scene but with the emergence of electronic dance music (EDM) has come an increasing popularity in Las Vegas nightclubs. Read More

Whether you’re looking to do some body building, top up your tan or do some serious surfing there are always some archetypal beaches synonymous with the laidback LA lifestyle nearby. Here is my run-down of the Top 5. Read More

When it comes to getting back the excitement of holiday making, you can beat the staleness by selecting a safari holiday. Now available in many more countries than those in Africa, the range of wildlife and environments that are now accessible to travellers really is quite wonderful. Read More

The Martha Brae River, running for three miles through Northern Jamaica’s Cornwall County, is a winding wonder steeped in history and myth. The river’s namesake is believed to be an elderly woman who was accused of witchcraft when the country was under Spanish rule in the sixteenth century, and the riverbanks were thought to be primarily used for the black market sale of wiccan herbs and spices that were difficult to source elsewhere. Today, the river is purely a tourist attraction, easily accessible from both Falmouth and Montego Bay. Read More

Since the middle ages the Germans have been holding magnificent Christmas markets in the hearts of their great cities. One of the oldest is Dresden, which has had a Christmas market since at least 1434. In recent years these markets can attract over a million people each and have spread across Europe and the world. German style markets can be found as far apart as Chicago and Osaka, but the best are still to be found in Europe. The question is, however, are the German German markets still the best or have other cities across the continent made even better ones? Read More

An often overlooked European holiday destination, Luxembourg comes alive with autumn color and is the perfect place to head for a post-autumn break. It is really easy to get to, with regular flights from Gatwick Airport, which can be reached by train from London to Gatwick. Read More

There was once a time when a cruise was considered a holiday for elderly couples, however things have changed considerably over the last decade and cruises have now become increasingly popular with families. Family cruises are in fact the fastest growing sector within the industry and cruise companies are ensuring that their liners cater perfectly for this new wave of cruise tourism. Read More

The beautiful One Aldwych has some stocking stuffers for it’s guests this season, and we thought you should know! Whether your loved ones love the theater, a night at the movies or a get together with friends, their wishes could be granted this season! Read More

Last weekend a friend and I headed to the famous London branch of Madame Tussauds. I have already been there once before Read More

Dubai is one of the seven Emirates (or states) in the United Arab Emirates, and is well known for a number of remarkable feats of engineering. As well as boasting the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa, Dubai is home to a huge aquarium at the base of the Atlantis Jumeirah, which has a water slide going straight through the centre of the shark tank. Read More

Many people head up to London to stay in a hotel overnight and spend a couple of days exploring the city. However this isn’t the only option you have to consider when it comes to heading into London. St Ermin’s Hotel in Westminster is one of the leading hotels with a fine experience on offer for everyone who stays. It’s perfect for spending more than a single night in the city too, thanks to the wonderful homely surroundings, the fine service and attention to detail and its sumptuous rooms. Read More

When considering the Autumnal credentials of the USA as a whole, it is clear that the west coast is less likely to have the stereotypical crisp leaves and colder temperatures that myself, as a Brit, associate with this particular season. Looking towards the East Coast of North America I could have picked any number of states for comparison, but I chose Maine for reasons I will reveal later on in the post. Read More

As everyone gears up for classes in this September some hotels are offering some great classes of their own! If you view travel as a learning experience we think you should try these hotel specials that also offer some cultural insight to their country and history! Read More

Whether you're celebrating the end of summer or looking forward to the changing weather of fall, take advantage of the upcoming weekends and holidays in New York City. There are only a few hot weeks left and you should be enjoying them rooftop overlooking the city skyline with a cocktail. Of course, that is not for everyone, so take a look at some of the special summer deals that these boutique and luxury hotels are offering before the fall deals start arriving (some already have!). Read More

Norway is a beautiful European gem, well-known for its spectacular natural scenes it is undoubtedly a beautiful holiday destination in both summer and winter (although it can get pretty chilly!) It is a great opportunity to take a cruise to Norway to really be able to see much more of this amazing country and with beautiful views like the ones listed below, you will want to see them for yourself as soon as possible! Read More

Guest Writer Matt Barry tells us what Lanzarote has to offer! from Android Travels! Read More

Are you sick of sweating yet? Has the heat wave finally gotten to you? If that is the case, then head north for the remaining weeks of Summer and through Labor Day. The Northeast and the Northwest have plenty to offer when it comes to cooling down and escaping the crowds and the heat. Enjoy some shopping, cooler less crowded beaches, and outside activities without the stress of the humidity. Read More

Nothing embodies the American Dream better than the freedom of a road trip, so what better way to explore California than the miles of sun-soaked highway which make up Interstate 5? Interstate 5 actually begins in San Ysidro, Mexico then travels up through California and into Portland and Seattle, Oregon. The Californian state section is 1,281.733 kilometres long and has existed in its current state since 1965; it passes through a number of well-known Californian cities and runs close to the whole length of the west coast of California. Here are the top 5 things to do and see along interstate 5 going from South to North. Read More

The Royal Monceau in Paris is the new chic hotel to be seen drinking a cappuccino, lounging in the spa and browsing through the art gallery. The Raffles location has the perfect mix of modern art and Parisian class. They feature artists in their in house Gallery called The Art District and add artistic flare to the public hotel lobby with the Contemporary- Art Bookstore called La Librairie des Arts. You are sure to find creative inspiration in your hotel room at the Royal Monceau with a variety of art books at your disposal, and the hotels own art collection hanging on the walls. Read More

In the heart of Windy City is a luxurious restaurant with a view that cannot be underestimated: Sixteen Restaurant. Trump Hotel Chicago location’s in-house restaurant earns its stars not only through the exquisite food, but also through great ambiance and service. We suggest you take your next lunch break or dinner outing to absorb this two-story, floor to ceiling... Read More

With July and August being slower months for travel, you will find many discounted rates and specials at great hotels around the globe. Here are some examples of special offers available — I recommend that you reserve your stay soon since these rooms won’t last long at these rates! New York City: If you are planning a trip to New York City this summer, I recommend staying at the four-star Blakely New York. Take advantage of their special discounted rate of $185 for a Deluxe Queen Room (maximum of two people), which is available for a limited time only, primarily on weekends. Read More

Sydney Harbor Marriott makes it easy to divide and conquer with an entire floor dedicated to 18 meeting rooms and boardrooms. They also offer a 24-hour business center. With views of the Sydney Harbor and location in downtown Sydney, this hotel allows you to work and play. Visit the Sydney Observatory or the Opera House between meetings or after dinner with 250 of your fellow associates in the Thomas Keneally Room. Or have a brew at the 162 year old Customs House Bar, a staple of true Sydney culture. Read More

Hello, city-lovers! Today we head over to Chicago, where Joseph Hernandez, managing editor for Go Galavanting tells us why he loves the Windy City. Want to see your city on IT? Copy and paste our list of fill-in-the-blank questions into an e-mail, fill in your answers, and send your responses to IntelligentTravel@ngs.org. Chicago is My City The first place I take a visitor from out of town is Belmont Harbor at sunrise. Read More

In La Ville-Lumière, where the wine can be cheaper than the water, there are times when we forget that there is something other to drink than the humble grape: I refer you to the classic cocktail. Paris is full to the brim of kitsch cocktail bars popular with les bobos, über-cool joints where the process of whipping together a cocktail has more oomph than the finale of the Cirque du Soleil. But sometimes nothing beats going back to basics. Read More

Each day, by reservation, from 1pm until 6pm you can enjoy an afternoon tea in the Caramel Room at the hotel, where for 35 pounds per person you can have tea (English tea or herbal tea) served with a selection of little cakes and cookies shaped like a Burberry trench coat, another like the latest “it” bag or another shaped like a high-heeled boot. These are served along with small sandwiches and mini “savory skewers”. Read More

This week, the team at Travel Onion, along with some of D.C.’s inspiring writers, set sail on the Potomac Riverboat Company's Skipjack Minnie V. Sailboat! Those in attendance included Tonya and Ian of World World Footprints, Jason of DCFud, Whitney of Pamela’s Punch and Mike of GregsListDC. Read More