With the spring and summer months right around the corner and summer break right on its heels, most people's thoughts turn toward vacation! My family is no different. In fact, we've been planning all of our vacation time for the past twelve months.

Monserrat, a short distance from Barcelona in Spain, is a mountain formation popular with tourists from Barcelona and is perhaps most famous for the Benedictine Abbey that lies there. The name Monserrat literally means 'Jagged Mountain' or 'saw mountain' and upon seeing the Monserrat Mountains it is easy to see why. The mountain range is one of the most popular attractions for visitors to Barcelona.

The Lisbon region with its sports and cultural diversity is an ideal holiday destination for va- cationers seeking variety. Be it concerts, theatre, museums, nightlife, history, gastronomy or outdoor leisure sports such as golf and surfing - the Lisbon region leaves no wish unfulfilled.

Have you just arrived in Singapore? Don't have much time here? Let's assume you only have 48 hours on the island.

Weekend clubbers from around Europe, and especially from the UK and Germany, descend upon Ibiza in the summer months for a week - and often two - of non stop partying.

Marvic Tours and Tales believe that modern travelers seek authentic adventures where they can choose the specific experiences to partake in. This is especially pertinent when it comes to long-haul destinations like South Africa. As with other cities, Cape Town offers so much that it could be difficult for the traveler to make the best choices.

Are you working too much? If you are stressed out and in need of some rest and relaxation, consider a weekend getaway. A two day trip to somewhere close can be a great way to recoup and connect with your spouse or loved ones. If you are on a budget, have no fear, with a little bit of planning you can get away for much less than you think.

I have always enjoyed long road trips across the country, perhaps because they have all the elements of a Homeric adventure. After completing basic training for the Army, I was ready for assignment to my permanent duty station. I was directed to travel from Norfolk, Virginia to Monterrey, California, so I flew home to Wisconsin and prepared to drive the rest of the way.