February 2013 Blog Posts (125)

General information about Dubai

The Tourism Department has set up a series of tourist information bureaus in the city. Each of these offices will issue maps and brochures about the hotspots in the city, and other information on public transportation, shopping and accommodation.

The information counter at the Dubai Airport is open 24 hours. The main bureaus in the city are located in Baniyas Square and on SHK Zayed Road, while the smaller bureaus are located in several main shopping centres in the…

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Added by Manta Royal on February 6, 2013 at 3:37am — No Comments

Rong House - An imposing traditional beauty in Kon Tum

Rong House, also known as Kon Tum Communal House, is a special architecture of the ethnic minority groups living in the North of Central Highlands region. Visiting this type of house, tourists in Vietnam travel will enjoy its imposing traditional beauty.

Rong House (often called The Kon Tum Communal House) is a special architecture of local peole. This type of house can only be found in villages in the north of Central Highland region, especially…

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Added by nguyen to loan on February 5, 2013 at 9:55pm — No Comments

Bai Hom - Neglected island in Khanh Hoa

On a weekend, singer Pham Anh Khoa invited his friend to his hometown for a summer vacation trip. All gathered in a place of Khanh Hoa before joining a boat to come to a neglected island and playing the role of Robinson.

In fact, the destination is Bai Hom – is a 5ha wide valley which is in the middle of stone mountains (50m and 100m high). In order to come here, visitors have to use a coach from Ba Ngoi township (Cam Ranh,…

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Added by nguyen to loan on February 5, 2013 at 9:51pm — No Comments

Don Quixote and the Movie That Never Was



The name of Don Quixote is known around the world, even if the story behind the name is perhaps not so familiar. Written 400 years ago by Miguel de Cervantes, the novel describes the colorful adventures of Don Quixote of La Mancha, a retired country gentleman from the western La Mancha region of central Spain, who lives…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on February 5, 2013 at 6:45pm — No Comments

Sri Lanka's Amazing Ulagalla Resort

 http://http://www.examiner.com/article/ulagalla-is-an-amazing-destination-sri-lanka

There are some places so special that one feels the need to tell everyone but at the same time would like to keep it a secret so as not…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on February 5, 2013 at 8:54am — No Comments

Xuan Son National Park- A New Eco-tourism Site Waiting for Exploration of Tourists in Vietnam Travel

Located in Thanh Son district of Phu Tho province, Xuan Son National Park possesses a diversified floristic composition with hundreds of plant and tree species, a range of wild rare animals and natural beautiful waterfalls and caves. Thanks its favorable conditions, this National Park, therefore, becomes an ideal destination of tourists in Vietnam travel.

Topography and hydrology

Xuan Son National Park- A New Eco-tourism Site Waiting for Exploration of Tourists in Vietnam Travel

Xuan Son…

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Added by Mary on February 5, 2013 at 2:29am — No Comments

Pa Khoang Lake- Dien Bien, an interesting ecotourism destination in Vietnam Travel

Located in Muong Phang commune, Dien Bien district, the position of Pa Khoang lake is very convenient, near the road 279, about 20 km from Dien Bien Phu city, linking Dien Bien Phu city with Muong Phang historical and cultural forest where the relics of the Command of Dien Bien Phu compaign remains.

Pa Khoang Lake Dien Bien

Pa Khoang Lake next to the Command Base of Đien Bien Phu Battle.

The total…

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Added by Mary on February 5, 2013 at 2:23am — No Comments

Driving Tips in Costa Rica (You'll Definitely Want Them)

I still remember vividly the first time a local gave me directions in Costa Rica:

Go north 700 meters. At the “pulperia” turn left, and go west…

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Added by Shannon Farley on February 4, 2013 at 4:40pm — No Comments

Veragua Aerial Tram Offers Glimpse into Hidden Rainforest

Suspended on cables gliding through the tops of giant tropical trees, amid hidden, dripping, hanging gardens full of plants and animals in the rainforest, is a pretty cool experience. Rainforest trees are tall, really tall, even towering up to more than 100 feet high. The microcosm of life happening at this level is abundant and amazing, and not often seen.

Unlike canopy…

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Added by Danny Solano Alvarez on February 4, 2013 at 4:07pm — No Comments

Bistro Rollin - Pelham, New York's Destination Eatery

Tucked snugly in a circa 1910 brick storefront just a 5 minutes walk from the train station on Pelham New York’s 5th Ave., Bistro Rollin recently opened to the immediate praises of the New York Times and local media. “5th Ave desperately needed something more than red sauce Italian…

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Added by Steve Mirsky on February 4, 2013 at 10:12am — No Comments

Enjoy Dreamlike Beauty of Mui Nai Beach- Ha Tien- Kien Giang

Ha Tien in Kien Giang province is very famous for its beautiful landscapes. Many beaches, mountains, cave temples and pagodas are gathered here. The beaches are very clean and naturally beautiful. Of which is Mui Nai. Coming to this beach, tourists in Vietnam travel feel safe when swimming and they can join sports on the beach.

Annually, Mui Nai Beach in Ha Tien attracts thousands of tourists in Vietnam…

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Added by nguyen to loan on February 4, 2013 at 1:41am — No Comments

Flower Market in Ho Thi Ky

Ho Thi Ky is considered the biggest flower market in town and is known as the Langbiang Plateau (famously located in Dalat) of HCM City.

At this time of the year with Tet holiday almost upon us, the market becomes one of the busiest locations in the city.…

HCM City, Tet holidays, Ho Thi Ky Flower Market, Langbiang Plateau

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Added by nguyen to loan on February 4, 2013 at 1:30am — No Comments

Du lịch hạ long - mùa hè 2013

 

Thăm quan vịnh halong, di sản thiên nhiên của thế giới

chương trình tour du lịch halong 3 ngày

Added by Vietnampathfinder on February 3, 2013 at 11:47pm — No Comments

Carnaval Grips Dominican Republic in February and March



These are some of the most joyous (and exhausting) weeks of the year in various parts of the world, from Venice to Port of Spain and New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro.  But being as fond as I am of the Dominican Republic , I’ve got a soft spot for the pre-Lenten Carnaval celebrations down…

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Added by José Balido on February 3, 2013 at 2:09pm — No Comments

Dubai Travel Tips

The UAE, particularly Dubai, is a safe place to visit. It is designated as one of the safest holiday destinations by the international travel industry. However, it is wise to carry travel insurance and follow normal precautions to safeguard yourself and your valuables.

Some emergency numbers are given here:

Dubai police hotline (Al Ameen service) - 8004888 

Ambulance - 998 or…

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Added by Manta Royal on February 3, 2013 at 7:41am — No Comments

Dubai Tourist Information

Dubai, although a Muslim emirate, is one of the most liberal of all emirates in the Middle East. However, there are some definite rules that need to be followed, in order to avoid any faux-pas, so as to not offend the local populace. Further, these tips may help you in taking care of everything that you need to, before planning a travel to Dubai.

Best time to plan a visit to Dubai

The best time to visit Dubai is during the period November and April, as the weather is rather…

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Added by Manta Royal on February 3, 2013 at 7:40am — No Comments

Visit the World's Largest Sand Island - Fraser Island, Queensland, Australia

Think all island in the world are the same or similar, think again. Ever dreamed of a protected island, complete with its unique bio-sphere, where you bring your rented 4-wheel drive from the mainland and pitch your own tent? Welcome to amazing Fraser Island, where part of the experience is getting there. Located 200 north of the hustle and bustle of busy Brisbane, approximately a three-hour drive, and a short ferry ride and you reached what any beach wanderer would call…
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Added by Nicholas Kontis on February 2, 2013 at 7:13pm — No Comments

Chilaquiles Recipe from Ensenada, Baja California



A big part of our traveling is the food. How often do we find a delicious delicacy and wish we could have it at home?

Bouillabaisse in Nice; Schweinhocken in Munich; Leige waffles in Belgium; or even a gumbo from Lousiana. It may be hard to find that perfect ethnic restaurant in your neighborhood that makes it but you can always try to recreate it…

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Added by Darryl Musick on February 2, 2013 at 11:53am — No Comments

Mysterious Thien Long Cave in Hai Phong, Vietnam

Thien Long is located in Phu Long ward (Cat Hai district – Hai Phong City). Here is a popular tourist destination; and it gains popularity with many secrets. According to locals, without calculation with the scenery like the whereabouts of the fairy, this is a place to store the remains of the old, or used to be pirate refuge in ancient times...

There are many ways for tourists to go to Thien Long and begin the journey to explore. Besides, there are other forms of eco-tourism to areas…

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Added by AloTrip on February 2, 2013 at 4:30am — No Comments

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