- India 2007 - Days 4 to 6 - Bijaypur and Jaipur
The drive from Udaipur to Bijaypur was nothing if not interesting. En route, we visited Chittaugarh Fort, a huge fortification with a whole town within it. Built on a one hundred and fifty metre high plateau in the Aravalli Hills, it is in ruins but well-restored. The entrance is on the north west side and the road winds up through seven
- The Road from Saigon. Memories of Vietnam
I forget why I was in Saigon. I imagine it was to see some girl I'd met before I was posted to Baria. I must have stayed overnight and had to get back that evening to be ready for duty the next day. It was too late to get a flight so I did the obvious thing and took a taxi. There were cars with chauffeurs one could hire. Big powerful American cars.
- Oasis Hong Kong Airlines Takes off in UK Market
The first low fare airline to fly to Hong Kong is today celebrating a successful first quarter. Since its launch on 26th October the airline has taken over 70,000 bookings and carried 34,000 passengers with an average 76 of the flights operated on time in January – exceeding the industry average of 75 of bookings being made through
- Tokyo on a tight budget
It’s a common misconception that it’s expensive to visit Tokyo, but it really need not be if you’re smart.
Firstly when you organise your hotel make sure it’s near a train station and have a map prepared of it before you get there, taxis are expensive and there is no need to use them when there is such an extensive rail and subway
- Discover Angkor Wat and its magic.
In a remote place of Cambodia, millions of rocks make the biggest temples complex in the whole world, and one of the most beautiful: Angkor Wat . Built by the Khmer kings in a process that lasts more than 4 centuries, these wonderful site has been abandoned and forgotten. The jungle covered it for centuries, but about 150 years ago, a french man
- China's Outbound Tourism Sector on the Rise
Outbound travel has been growing rapidly in China for the past so many years. In the initial ten months of the year 2005, number of outbound trips made by Chinese citizens was 25.76 million. While it was 16.58 million in the first half of the year 2006, 7.5 percent above as compared to the same period last year (2005).
According to the World
- The City of Orlando.
Introduction:
The population of Orlando was estimated to be 262.5 by the United States census bureau. The region Orlando occupies is generally low-lying, the only exception being minor sand hills. In the lake country the sand hills are found primarily in the western sections of the metropolitan area.
Neighborhood:
Orlando city has 115
- Tips for travelling in Israel by trains
The Israeli railroads infrastructure has been upgraded significantly in the past 10 years. While until 1996 most of trains & railroads were bizarre collections of British "leftovers" from the mandatory occupation that lasted until 1948, nowadays Israeli trains can take you almost anywhere in Israel and (almost) right on time.
Most of the train
- Is post-coup Thailand a safe place to visit?
On September 19th, the Thai military overthrew Prime Minister Taksin Shinawatra while he was on an official visit to the United Nations. The coup was quick, bloodless and long overdue. The new government is being installed and democracy will prevail.
So, should you cancel your travel plans to Thailand? Absolutely not. Thailand is still a
- What’s the Best Way to Book Your Hotel in Thailand?
Let’s look at the available options:
Online with your airline reservation
Online form directly with the hotel
Phone call or email to the hotel
Your local travel agent
Online form with an in-country booking agent
If you book your flight online with a company like Expedia or Travelocity, you will be given the option to add a hotel to
- Introducing Singapore
Singapore is lively and unique travel destination. Singapore is a blend of both eastern and western cultures which is why this South East Asian nation is such a popular tourism destination for both Asian and European travelers.
Sir Stamford Raffles plays an important part in Singaporean history. Raffles was a British government official who
- A Visitors Guide To Tokyo Japan
Planning a trip to Tokyo, Japan in the near future? If so, this article will provide you with at least a day full of things to do in Tokyo and will also offer you a few travel trips.
First of all, travel to Tokyo can be expensive so be sure to do a little checking into prices and comparing of prices before you make your final travel
- Asia Travel : China’s Qinghai-Tibet Railroad Touches the Skies
Tibetan mountain ranges and landscapes are home to an immense diversity of species of rare plants and birds. Tibetan forests are also famous for its tremendous spectrum of herbs for Chinese medicines. But due to the freezing temperatures and geographical altitudes, China's tourist access to Tibet region has been very limited until recently. On July
- Asia Travel - Malaysian Cities, Truly spectacular
Malaysian Tourism Board promotes the country as Truly Asia. The fascinating fusions of tradition and modernity, Malaysian cities' have unique multi-cultural heritage, cuisine, arts and architecture make them ideal cosmopolitan getaways. Malaysia's mix background of Chinese, Malay, Indian and colonial heritages constantly amaze western travelers
- Experience Tibet
A land that conjures up images of mountains and temples. A place whos mystique is unmatched by any other around the world. A people who can bring a smile to any visitor`s face.
These all can be found in the farthest corner of China, atop the roof of the world-Tibet. Yes, Tibet is one of kind. No other place brings to mind such majestic
- Peace Brings Treasured Travel To Vietnam
Vietnam is a paradise for both the outdoor adventurer and city explorer alike. Winding down 3,444 kilometers of coastline from the northern Red River Delta near the Chinese border to the Mekong Delta at the southernmost tip of the Southeast Asian peninsula, Vietnam is a splendid blend of picturesque coastline and lush inland terrain. The region?s
- Hong Kong Travel: Not For The Faint Of Heart
If tranquility and serenity are adjectives you would use to describe the perfect trip, leave Hong Kong out of your itinerary. The boisterous energy of 14 million inhabitants leaves the visitor wondering if insomnia is contagious in this city. Hong Kong is the quintessential representation of east meets west, boasting its own Times Square along with
- Industry Meets Inspiration In Tokyo
Tokyo just might be the largest city in the world, comprised of 23 individual wards, all with their own unique characteristics. Foreigners are easily intimidated by the sheer expanse of Japan?s capital city and its 17 million inhabitants (5 million are commuters); however, due to this volume alone Tokyo has developed an unmatched public
- Foreigners Wanting to Drive in Japan
Driving in Japan legally has recently afforded new challenges to foreigners from China, Brazil and the United States. Released in November 2002 and updated in February 2003, Traffic Act Article 107-2, has begun to create many problems for foreigners.
Until June 2002, Foreigners driving in Japan (who held a valid drivers license from their
- Things to do and food to eat in Fukuoka, Japan
Fukuoka isn't that small of a place. Actual numbers bring the population to about the 5 million mark, with the city having roughly 1.3 million people. With that amount of people around, you know there has got to be something to do. On any day of the week if you look you will be able to find something that interests you. There are often festivals in
- Have You Been To China Yet?
China is such a large country that it is impossible to see even a fraction of it in one visit. It is advisable to specialize in just one area, and get a good guided tour. Ten-day guided tours are available starting at approximately $1100. For instance, the ancient civilization of mystical Tibet has always fascinated travellers. Learn about the
- Want To Tour The Us For Less? Head To Chinatown.
Bargain hunters don?t only go to Chinatown for knock off designer handbags, they also look there to find the best prices on bus tours of America. Travelers in east and west coast US cities have come to love the ?Chinatown Bus? for their no-frills service and rock bottom prices. However, the bargains do not stop there. If you want to find the
- Get Intimate With Asia: Travel To Korea
South Korea is one of the smaller nations in Asia, with a size comparable to the state of Indiana. What it lacks in size it makes up for in abundant culture, turbulent history, exquisite cuisine and a generous and welcoming society. If you want to experience South Korea's rich culture, history, and cuisine, be sure to find discount airfare to
- Expand Your Global Horizons: Travel To Taiwan
A gem in the China Seas, Taiwan embodies a unique entangling of ancient and modern, East and West. From the bustling commercial center of the capital city, Taipei, to the cascading volcanic mountains of Yushan National Park, Taiwan offers the world traveler an unmatched experience. It is no coincidence that Portuguese explorers named this island
- Travel To Japan And Experience The Far East
If you?re determined to explore Asia but unsure which country to visit, you might want to set your sites on Far East Asia and travel to Japan. Here is some general but useful information that is good to know when you travel Japan. It will help you get a better understanding of Japan before your trip and allow you to experience Japan more
- There's No One Right Way To Travel To China
A traveler might wonder where to begin in a foreign country that is slightly smaller than the size of the United States with over 5,000 years of recorded history. The wonderful advantage to traveling China is that there is no right or wrong place to start. China's fascinating past is written all over its 23 provinces,* 5 autonomous regions and 4
