Archive for December 18th, 2009

Cyprus: Birthplace of Aphrodite

author | December 18, 2009

Cyprus, probably named for its copper, smelted since Neolithic times, is the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite. Two impressive mountain ranges surround a huge fertile plain and lovely beaches circle the coastline. Its climate has long attracted visitors, it is now renowned as a place for retirement – or partying. Lying close to the Middle East [...]

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Finding The Best Snow In The U.S.

author | December 18, 2009

For those looking for a fun time skiing as well as a good resort to stay, Steamboat Springs, Colorado perfectly fits the bill. Known for it’s “powder”, the town has some of the driest snow in the U.S. It also has no shortage of snow having averaged over 300 inches of snow per winter in [...]

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