Soulful Thoughts of Rachel

Fun and excitement envelops the air in Vegas. There are so many great things that one can do in Vegas.  There are countless spectacular sights and attractions that make Vegas an ideal place for fun and relaxation for friends and even the whole family.  Have fun shopping, watching live variety shows and exploring Las Vegas.  They say that Vegas vacations cannot be complete unless you witness its captivating sunrise and sunset.

Are you preparing for a road trip with your family or friends?  Remember to check the condition of your car before packing your bags.  Road safety should always be one of your top priorities when going on a trip.  Make sure your car is in good condition.  Here are some car check safety tips:

• Fluids - Check your car’s oil, coolant and brake fluid levels.
• Lights - Determine if all your lights and signals are properly functioning. Replace defective bulbs.
• Battery - Make sure your car battery has no problem.  Clean the battery if you see accumulation of corrosion around the terminals.  Replace if needed.
• Tires - Make sure your tires can take that long road trip.  Watch out for tire wear problems. Ensure proper air pressure.
• Air con - When traveling during a warm season, make sure your air conditioning compressor is in good condition.
• Emergency Equipment - Double check if your have all the necessary emergency equipment in your car just in case you have unexpected car problems during the trip.

We took advantage of the long weekend by having a nice family getaway. We went to Laiya San Juan, Batangas.  My husband and I had a great time snorkeling and our son enjoyed making sand castles.  The weekend is over too soon. I wish we could have a longer vacation but it’s back to school for my son tomorrow.

My mother-in-law is the States for a 6-month vacation. Her first stop is California. She’ll be staying with her sister for a few weeks. I’m sure she’s already enjoying her first few days there. She’s looking forward to spending quality time with her sister, nephews, nieces and grandchildren.  She also plans to go on a Chicago travel.  My mother-in-law also hopes to visit my parents in New York.

Traveling is a wonderful way to bond with the family.  Going to new places, discovering new cultures, exploring new surroundings and seeing beautiful sceneries is a rewarding experience for everyone in the family.

If you’re on a budget, you can still enjoy a nice vacation. You can check out the cheap Pistoira area holiday rentals. There are also many great family friendly holiday villas in Orvieto.

If you want a grand vacation, you can rent one of those private villas in the Orvieto area of Italy and enjoy every minute of your stay with your family.

My family and I visited Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, one of the famous churches in Lipa City Batangas. This church is famous for the miraculous shower of rose petals that happened at the Carmelite convent in Lipa City last January 24, 1991.  Below are photos of the church and the beautiful image of Our Lady of Mediatrix.

Canada is a beautiful country worth exploring. Canada has many key cities that have its own unique and interesting attractions and destinations. Among the great cities in Canada that I find worth looking into are Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver. I have read, watched and heard many wonderful things about these beautiful cities and hope that someday I will get the chance to visit each one.

Calgary is nestled in the foothills of Canada’s Rocky Mountains and said to be the Heart of the New West. I have seen many beautiful pictures of Calgary from the web and from my friend who lives there with her family. What I find incredibly interesting about Calgary is its breathtaking view of the mountains and impressive wilderness. I think it’s wonderful that you can enjoy the grand beauty of nature and at the same time have access to cosmopolitan and modern city life. I could just imagine having a grand time sightseeing around the city and taking a stop at a well recommended Restaurant Calgary.

It would also be nice to explore another city like Toronto. I have heard of the many great attractions found in this city like Toronto’s waterfront. I’ve seen how this beautiful place makes an awesome backdrop, especially for tourists who want to have great photo souvenirs of Toronto. You can also find Canada’s biggest zoo in this city and many interesting museums and galleries. After a nice tour, you can try the interesting and delicious cuisine in a Restaurant Toronto.

Vancouver is another great place in Canada. I have heard that you can have everything imaginable in Vancouver. You can enjoy Vancouver’s breathtaking gardens and historic landmarks, shopping districts, fine dining and many local attractions. Vancouver’s rich cuisine experience draws many tourists from different countries. Check out any Restaurant Vancouver and enjoy a gastronomic experience.

If you need a helpful guide about anything in Canada, check out this helpful site called Canpages. It’s very useful and easy to use. Just choose from business search, people search, reverse lookup and map search. Just type the keywords that you are looking for and be amazed at the generated results. It makes any search so much easier.