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7 Dream Vacations Close To Home

 

by Diana Laskaris

 

gorgeous beaches and mayan secrets

If you've been thinking about a beautiful beach vacation with tranquility, palm trees, crystal blue waters, but not too far from the action if you want it and treasures of culture nearby, we've got just the place for you. While many spring-breakers enjoy the fun-loving Cancun resorts, we think that if you travel just a bit further down the road, you'll be utterly delighted with the pleasures of Playa Del Carmen. We've got the inside scoop on how to play posh in the playa without losing authenticity, get the best value for your money and enjoy a magical stay.

devil in the windy city

 

At PoshPorts we strive to bring you new and different things to do and experience when you're exploring new destinations or even your own home town. One of the things that we love exploring in new places is historical sites and landmarks. We recently discovered a unique tour group in our own home town. Weird Chicago offers several tours that are sure to be different way to experience Chicago.

 

 

Colorful Beijing

If you didn't know better, you might have visions of Beijing, China as a city crowded with people all dressed the same in drab little suits with matching hats, where skies are gray and buildings are uniformly bland and uninteresting. While Beijing is crowded with some 16 million people, the colors that vibrantly streak through every corner of the city are both incredibly beautiful and culturally significant. We'll take you on a brief survey of some of these delights and explore just a few of this treasure trove of elements to be enjoyed in this city bursting with color.

"truth is more interesting than the facts..."

...to quote the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright.  Whether the truth about the travails of Frank Lloyd Wright (FLW) will ever be known, the amount of literature devoted to the topic is certainly not in short supply.

Anyone who has ever had the opportunity to see a FLW building is certain to come away appreciating his many talents. Examples of his work are around the globe but there are three places that hold special pleasure for any Wright-o-phile.

gaudi in barcelona

It is impossible to wander through Barcelona and not see the influence of Antonio Gaudi. The world-famous architect was a loyal Catalan. His work was not always appreciated by citizens or critics. However, his work is now showcased and respected throughout Spain and the world.

Gaudi’s modernist (art nouveaux) style is extremely unique and contains highly individualistic designs. Gaudi’s work always included forms from nature within his designs. Sea shells, leaves and wandering vines were often interwoven in his structures.

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