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MAYAN RUINS  

Summary highlights and review of Carnival Cruise Lines shore excursion to the Mayan ruin site at Tulum, Mexico.

Traveling to Belize? How about visiting the Mayan pyramids or ruins. Plenty of history and nature views to be had. Just remember to take good hiking boots if you dare to climb to the top.

When you get to Mexico, the Coba Mexican Ruins are a must see.

Notes from my visit to the Mayan ruins at Copan and the island of Roatan - both in Honduras.

If you're planning a cruise in the Western Caribbean, there are a host of opportunities for you to commune with ancient Mayan history. But with so many options, how can a traveler know which Mayan Ruin excursion to pick? Here's a brief survey of the most common.

This is about the Mayan civilization's many conflicts both with foreign invaders as well as with dominant cultures within Mexico.

Four of the world's greatest archaeological treasures are located in another Central American treasure, the small nation of Belize. Here is a description of several Mayan archaeological sites.

If you want experience retirement in a tropical climate complete with a rain forest and Mayan ruins that rival those of Mexico, then you most likely want to retire in Belize.

Hiking or mountain biking through the Jungle, river kayaking and tubing, cave expeditions, and treks through Mayan ruins. If any of these things sound intriguing, you can find them all in Belize.

In January, I traveled to the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. The peninsula, home to such vacation hot spots such as Cancun, in the Riviera Maya, and the island of Cozumel, the Yucatan is the best known for the cultural heritage of it's indigenous Mayan people.

The Mayan culture is one of the most fascinating pre-Columbian cultures and deserves to be studied in its own right. If you're considering traveling to Mexico and perhaps Guatemala, here are some places you shouldn't miss.

Apocalypto, Mel Gibson’s stunning vision of the Mayan Civilization at the eve of its destruction, is a film at once beautiful and horrible at the same time.

Tikal, Antigua and Guatemala City all worth the trip to visit. A colorful and friendly society.

Cancun and its surrounding areas are exotic and exciting; there is something for everyone in the Mayan Riviera. Here are some ideas for your next trip.

This poem recollects an experience which sparked vivid memories of the oppression experienced in America under pre-Columbian cultures and regimes and the liberation which the West provided as a remedy.

Guatemala is a land rich with Mayan culture and history, impressive colonial architecture, active volcanoes, and extraordinary handmade textiles. The coffee is not so bad, either.

Latin America is home to some of the most beautiful natural and manmade wonders of the world. Here is a guide to the top manmade wonders of Latin America.

Enjoy a beautiful dream vacation at a luxury lodge in British Columbia, Canada, or Belize.

Traveling while exploring the culture of the area you are in.

When one thinks of some of the greatest places in the world, usually five fantastic, unfathomable things come to mind: the Great Wall of China, Stonehenge in England, the Great Pyramids of Giza, Manchu Picchu, and Tikal.

Children are not robots and neither are their actions. I have composed a list of spanking and time out alternatives. I employ a number of corrective methods when attending to the erroneous behavior of my children. The methods listed are just a few of my favorites.

Seven new sites were announced as the "New Seven Wonders of the World", but not everyone agrees with the need for a new list or the method used to determine the results.

This is a guide of how to plan your own excursions on your next Western Caribbean Cruise

From a mountain hike in Utah to a tropical paradise in Jamaica, you'll find plenty of celebrity owned resorts and hotels to plan your next getaway. While the stars know how to live a life of luxury, it's easy to enjoy a taste of your own. Here's where to go.

Animal Science majors who choose to Study Abroad in Belize will build their resume and skills while having the experience of a lifetime!

With over 5,000 beaches you will not face any problems when looking for your perfect beach in Mexico.

American society is going down the tubes, what can we do to help fix it? We need to watch, learn, and remember from the right sources.

Many pop rock songs have been written about travel themes. Read on to find out what top ten pop rock songs about travel that Roy A. Barnes likes best!

Horseback riding is so much a part of our history and culture. There is an all inclusive horseback riding vacation in some of the most interesting places in the world, that will fit anyone.

My holiday to Mexico was full with things to do. As a person who needs to keep moving...

A humor piece

Mayans still feel the sting from U.S. volvement in Guatemala's civil war

This article offers an overview of traveling in Cancun, Mexico, including highlights on the nightlife, dining, shopping, cultural, and historical attractions that appeal to modern tourists.

A glimpse of what a cruise vacation has to offer for people of all ages and interests.

As a travel writer, I am always amazed by the people, places, and mysticism one experiences when deviating from a prescribed prescribed itinerary. The isle of Cozumel in Mexico's carribean was no exception and proved to be such a place.

The Seven Wonders of the Ancient Mediterranean World are almost all destroyed. Which Seven modern wonders should make the new list?

This article reviews ideas for spring break ideas for 2007.

Spring Break is known for partying and lounging in the sun. These hot destinations will not disappoint.

If you think that you're going to get a taste of Mexican culture in the resort towns of Cancun, Acapulco, and Puerto Vallarta, think again.

Information about A FAB U Lous hotel, the Mandarin Oriental, soon opening on the Riviera Maya in Mexico. Also, tips on what to do and see in the area.

Cozumel is a fantastic vacation spot for those seeking relaxation, culture, scuba/snorkeling, and pure pleasure and beauty!

This article discusses my personal opinion of the the top three museums in San Diego located in the Balboa Park Cultural Complex. There are highlights and information on all three museums.

When visiting Tulsa, Oklahoma here are some of the very best activites that are sure to be a hit with families.

Here are so hot spot cities to visit while traveling Mexico!

One very hot tourist spot is back in full swing and ready for your visit, Cancun, Mexico. This is a good vacation destination for all members of the family.

Campeche is a small, uncongested city on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula packed with world-class historical attractions. The author takes the reader on a humorous, fact-filled trip through Campeche's principal sites and attractions.

We have asked the questions you wanted to know about cruises

The beaches of Mexico attract many thousands of visitors each year. But there are thousands of beaches so it's hard to choose just the right one for your family.

When you think of exotic travel and romantic vacations, tropical cruises are one of the first things that come to mind! What could be more romantic, beautiful or enjoyable then a tropical cruise?