Music and dance flow through every part of Aboriginal life with most forms of traditional artistic expression being related to the religious myths and beliefs. It is believed that these art forms close the time gap between past and present and draw the singers and dancers into harmony with the spirits of their ancestors. Music ...
Travelers to Australia experience the wide open spaces and natural beauty of the wild landscape in the great outdoors. The landscape includes tropical rain-forests, beaches and sunbaked horizons. While exploring the beautiful vistas of Australia travelers can experience some of the world’s greatest sights. The United Nations, UNESCO, has long had a list of amazing ...
Mosquito Fish Fact Sheet The Mosquito Fish is a name used for several species of Gambusia, including Gambusia affinis and Gambusia holbrooki. The name of the genus “Gambusia” comes from a Portuguese word, “gambusino” which means “useless”. Until the 1900’s they were called “Top Minnows”. The name was changed to “Mosquito Fish”. They are now ...
Great vacation places include water, sun, surf, or rain forests. Interestingly, the most dangerous vacation spots feature similar attractions. Which famous vacation destinations might be deadly? Hint: It’s not swimming with the whales in Vava’u. [Your Voice: A traveler’s look at Grand Central Station.] Mexico: 120 U.S. Citizens Murdered in 2011 Cultural tourists seek out ...
