Dubai is a place where you can experience the complete and consummate mix of history, tradition, and modernism. A perfect example of this blend is the Dubai Dhow Cruise. Historically speaking, a Dhow is a boat, made of wood, which was used by the old fishing industry of Dubai. Gradually, as the city moved toward a modern way of living, Dhows ceased to exist - and as of now, the demand for dhows has gone down and been replaced by modern vessels.

I’ve often commented on the fact that having theme parks as our largest local employers adds to our local “magic” by allowing for greater ORLANDO to present performing arts events with Broadway quality cast-members and support teams. If you question the validity of that point, you have until September 16 to see the Garden Theatre’s (Winter Garden) presentation of the classic 1959 musical GYPSY as proof positive of the magnificent gifts presented to Central Florida by the performers and directors whose “day-job” is acting a role at a theme park.  

The title ‘world's most beautiful voyage’ has been given to the Hurtigruten cruise. When it comes to Norwegian Coastal Cruises, many people consider the Hurtigruten cruise the best for tourists to enjoy and understand the beautiful land of the midnight sun, Norway. 

If you find that all your holiday memories are blurring into one, then it is time to go somewhere out of the ordinary. Sometimes going to a place to experience something which is the complete opposite of what one would consider 'normal' is necessary in order to make some sense of life.

Here are five perfect destinations which you will never forget.