Well, I cant say Im surprised that Porsche would beat Mini in a race, but Mini did hold its own to some extent and likely came out on top with buyers as well as getting the award having the guts to issue the challenge in the first place. Dealers of Rhode Island Hardtop Mini though it was a fun ride.Not long ago Mini challenged Porsche to a run its 911 Carrera S and against the Cooper S. Apparently it was a serious tossing of the gauntlet. Serious...more
On the western Mediterranean Sea, there is an archipelago named the Balearic Islands which belongs to Spain. By size, the four largest islands are Majorca, Minorca, Ibiza, and Formentera. If you are person who prefers relaxation and beaches, Minorca is definitely your best choice. The reason why this island is named Menorca or Minorca can be easily seen from its name itself which includes minor. In fact, this island got this name is simply...more
Sanibel Island, Where the Real Is Ideal Every night when we drove past the movie theater --the only movie theater on Sanibel Island, Florida -- I found myself wondering why there were so few cars in the parking lot. The movies were current, they changed often, and there was very little else in the way of night-life on the island.When I asked a saleswoman in a local gift shop why the theater drew such a small (and sometimes non-existent) crowd, she said, "It's because people come here to get away from reality, and the movies today are filled with too much reality.I had never really thought about a vacation in quite that way, having considered it more of a physical than a mental rest: no dishes, no laundry, no car pools, etc. But, of course, she was right. During the two weeks I spent on Sanibel, I didn't pick up a newspaper; the only time I turned on the radio was to catch a weather report for the following day; and if I happened to hear the news on TV, I somehow had the feeling that the problems the news commentator was talking about had absolutely nothing to do with me. I was 1200 miles away from home, and I felt as though I were on the other side of the...more
Your dream beach holiday will be realized with your visit to the Agia Anna in Mykonos Island in Kyklades in Greece.One of the finest beaches of the island in Kyklades in Greece, it has become a beach lover's paradise in recent years. Agia Anna in Mykonos Island inKyklades in Greeceenjoys a wonderful location close to the beach of...more
Sanctioned by the USATF and listed as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon, The Kiawah Island Marathon will be held December 11, 2010. The course is a double loop for the full marathon and runs through the Kiawah community, so you enjoy all the Lowcountry has to offer from maritime forests to salt water marshs. On Friday, there is a Chicken and Pasta Dinner Buffet held at the East Beach Conference Center. Pre-race on Saturday, a full breakfast buffet may be enjoyed at the Town Center Market. And to top it all off, a Victory Bash is held in the Grand Oaks Ballroom of The Sanctuary complete with dinner buffet, entertainment and music!Kiawah Island, known for its serenity and acres of nearly undisturbed beach, the quiet that can be found on Kiawah Island even today is reminiscent of its heritage. With over 10 miles of white sand beaches the island offers beautiful ocean views and is also known as one of the premier golf destinations on the east coast with 5 championship caliber golf courses.One of the most extraordinary places in the world, Kiawah Island, South Carolina, is garnished with accolades and awards. The island's 10 mile pristine beach has been rated among the finest...more
If you are thinking about spending holidays in a unique destination, then head for the Agios Ioannis in Mykonos Island. Located to the south-western coast of the island, the beach destinationis an oasis of calm and quiet. Regarded as...more
On the Big Island of Hawaii, you can find the magnificent Akaka Falls State Park. Akaka Falls State Park is located about about 11 miles north of Hilo on the east side of the Big Island of Hawaii.The drive to Akaka Falls State Park is somewhat...more
Several from the U.S. Virgin Islands, the British Virgin Islands is located right inside the heart of the tropical Caribbean and east of Puerto Rico. This British territory carries a tropical climate with occasional hurricanes, which hit the land...more
Imagine how you are about to enjoy your vacation-- your feet combing the white sands on a sunny day in St. George Island. A magnificent idea comes to mind when you are planning for an island vacation in this isolated part of the Florida panhandle....more
Celebrities depend on photo shoots for their popularity and to be quite frank maintaining recognition in public life can be pretty tiresome. Consequently it is important for the models, actors, politicians, performers to ensure a healthy and happy...more
Paradise Canary Islands are known throughout the world due to their summer climate and friendly sea temperatures all year round. During the summers, the temperature is about 25-28 degrees while in winter; it does not fall below a...more