If you’re traveling abroad this summer there is no better way than to experience the culture than to enjoy its beer. There are literally thousands of pubs, taverns, restaurants and bars around the world that serve a wide variety of beer that is waiting for you to discover.

Europe

One of the most common European beers is ale. This beer is traditionally found in England and is brown in color, thicker than most lagers and a little bitter. If you’re visiting a local pub or tavern be sure to first ask the bartender for a local ale because this will give you a taste of the local flavor before moving onto to other beers. Some of the best examples of local ales are Newcastle Brown, London Pride or Hobgoblin. These are all excellent local ales.

Even though Europeans love their ales they also love their ales they also love their lagers and also consume lagers in large quantities. Some of the best lagers to look for in Europe are Stella Artois, Chimay, Duval, Grolsch, Pilsner Urquell, Westmalle, New Castle, Young’s Double Chocolate Stout and Alkoholfreies Pils.

Latin America

When traveling through Latin America any beer lover will be able to easily find beers that they are familiar with back in the United States like Corona, Pacifico and Dos Equis but for those beer lovers who want to try real Latin American beers they should look for Bohemia, Presidente Victoria, Negra Modelo and Imperial.

Asia

If you’re traveling in Japan, Korea, Philippines, Thailand or any part of Asia you can easily find American favorites like Coors or Miller but if you’re adventurous, one thing is for certain, there are plenty of great Asian beers to be enjoyed. Some of the best that you should look for are: Hitachino Nest Celebration Ale, Sapporo, Singha, Kirin, Tsingtao and Singha.

Family vacation is a great activity for families to take advantage of during the children’s winter school breaks, or during the cold months when families decide that they need to get away from the snowy cold and miserable environments that they live in. It’s particularly good for them to go on family winter vacations if the parents haven’t been able to take a break during the holiday season, and the only time they can take a family vacation are during months such as January or February. Going on family vacations during the colder months can actually be a smart idea for parents. For one thing, when people travel on what is known in the travel industry as the “off-months”, they can save a lot of money. Instead of spending inflating prices on travel like people do in the summertime, they can use the extra money for what they really need it for, such as food and amenities, while they’re on vacation. Here is a look at some ideas for families to go on vacation during the winter months.

One awesome place for families to explore when it’s cold outside is an indoor water park called the Great Wolf Lodge. This resort actually is located in areas all over America in states such as New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington, and other states. For a complete list of locations, one should go to the website for the Great Wolf Lodge, and there they’ll find a map of locations all over the continental U.S. The Lodge is a wonderful place that is very much centered on the activities for children. As mentioned earlier, this is an indoor water resort, but the suites are also magnificent and worthy of mention.

They have an outdoor camping theme and they have areas for the kids to sleep in and enjoy their stay. For example the kids’ areas are based upon caves, log cabins, and tents. The kids can sleep in their beds and watch TV, while the grown-ups sleep on king, queen, or on sleeper sofa beds. The rooms come primarily with semi private and private living rooms, and they are designed to create a comfortable, happy, and laid-back experience for the whole family.

The main reason you`ll take pleasure in vacationing is winter because there is lack of people. Since the majority of vacationers won`t be hanging around the parks until spring, you`ll be able to walk right onto rides, often with only a couple minutes of waiting. Not only does this mean you get to ride more often, it also lets you see a lot more in a shorter amount of time. It`s frequently worth taking the kids out of school for a few days to enjoy the relative peace of the parks during this season. You`ll find that you`ll have even less competition for rides and events if you hit the parks on a major holiday, such as Thanksgiving, when everyone is celebrating at home. The parks are still running and will be virtually empty!

Another fun part of visiting in the winter is that you`ll get to see the seasonal shows. For example, there are Christmas parades that you wouldn`t be able to see at any other point during the year. These are definitely worth watching and won`t be available during the summer months. You may also find hotel rooms are cheaper at this time of year, since there are fewer tourists in the area.  Remember that during the low season is when rides are often under construction, so if there is one that you particularly crave to visit, check first to make sure it will be running when you arrive. Planning ahead will make your vacation easier and ensure that it runs smoothly.

By planning your trip early, you`ll be able to make the most of discounts on everything from plane tickets and hotel rooms to rental cars and park tickets. Searching online will turn up coupon codes and sale prices for all of these options. Your local travel agent will also be able to help you get good deals on transportation and hotels.  A winter vacation is a great way to maximize your enjoyment of the parks. There are few crowds and your patience won`t be tested. So, plan your winter vacations now, and get ready to experience the thrill.