Posted August 4th, 2008
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At first glance New York City might seem overwhelming, but the Eyewitness Travel to New York will make the city feel uncomplicated. Take a bite out of the Big Apple as you discover New York’s shopping, museums, restaurants, hotels, parks, nightlife, and theaters. This lavishly illustrated guide will enlighten your experience and make it easy to manage. Everyday in New York offers its visitors something new to see and experience. Buy Now at Amazon!
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Posted August 4th, 2008
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Eyewitness Travel Guides are the original illustrated travel guidebooks-and they’re still the best. Since 1993, the Eyewitness brand has established itself as one of the industry leaders, with sales of more than 6.5 million copies in the U.S. alone. Featuring more than 70 worldwide destinations, new titles are being added to the best-selling Eyewitness Travel Guides series each year. In 2003, to mark the 10th anniversary of the publication of Eyewitness Travel Guides, DK is re-launching the entire series, fully updated, and with a brand-new look. Buy Now at Amazon!
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Posted August 3rd, 2008
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The tropical land where buddhism meets hedonism. Serene golden Buddhas watch over high-powered shoppers in Bangkok, the hilltribes of the north continue their age-old traditions, while Full Moon partygoers dance all night in the south. Footprint’s Thailand guide is ideal for independent travellers who want to explore further, getting away from the crowds to discover more of the culture and see the sights that are off the beaten track. It is packed with detailed, thoroughly researched information from expert authors who know the country intimately. The perfect companion if you want to visit Thailand and tread your own path.
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Posted August 2nd, 2008
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The long-standing Michelin Travel Guides are an ideal travel companion for travelers who really want to connect with the world. Get to know the local way of life through detailed background information on the country, people, and culture. Quickly identify the best places to visit using Michelin’s star rating system. The best sites are highlighted on the sites map or you can follow a pre-planned driving tour.
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Posted August 2nd, 2008
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The updated and expanded 2nd Edition of the Utopia Guide to Thailand is a comprehensive look at gay and lesbian life in 23 Thai cities, including Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Samui and Pattaya. Listings include organizations, bars, discos, accommodations, spas, restaurants, and more. Plus, a special section of the book highlights Thai groups, clubs, and spaces that are especially welcoming for women. Enjoy hundreds of savvy comments and recommendations from local Utopians and gay travelers who share their experiences and discoveries in The Land of Smiles. A remarkable insider’s glimpse at the vibrant gay and lesbian scene that is part of one of Asia’s most welcoming cultures.
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Posted August 1st, 2008
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From Greek and Roman ruins such as Ephesus to busting bazaars to virgin beaches, this guide brings the reader the best that Turkey has to offer. Includes extensive coverage of the different quarters of Istanbul and highlights places such as Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
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Posted August 1st, 2008
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It is not surprising that Malaysia has now become one of the leading tourist attractions in Asia as well as the world. Since this country is rich in natural wonders makes it a perfect place for a vacation.
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Posted August 1st, 2008
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What could be more enchanting than to see the sun convene with the sea? A perfect scenario that can only be experienced in the world’s most enthralling place, the Maldives group of Islands.
Well-known for being one of the top tourist destinations of the world, Maldives boost with so much wealth of wonders to offer. It is a special destination that offers so much satisfaction through its people, culture, and picturesque spots.
Maldives is located within the waters of the Indian Ocean, and the countries India and Sri Lanka surround it. It has diverse cultures that include Aryans, Negroids and Muslims, and majority of the people are followers of Sunni Islam religion. Its people are dependent on fishing, handicraft making, and farming as their means of daily living.
A tour in this remarkable country will be a memorable experience. It presents top island wonders as its tourist destinations. These include the islands of Baros, Bandon, Hudhuveli, Ihuro, Kurumon, Giraavaru, and Reethi Rah. All of these marvelous landmasses offer tropical fulfillments, colorful cultures, and extraordinary historical accounts.
The country also takes pride to one of its major tourist destination, which is an island called Nakatchafushi. Vacationers flock at this place to witness an awe-inspiring lagoon that is considered a perfect spot for relaxation and recreation.
In addition, one will find his travel to Maldives as a breathtaking experience with the coral reefs that are considered world’s bests. These underwater treasures are inhabited by multihued and rare fishes, shells, corals, sea plants, and other marine creatures. Some of these coral reefs this country boast are the Mushimasmingili Thila, Guraidhoo Corner, Kuda Rah Thila, Banana Reef, and the Maldives Victory Wreck, a precarious reef that challenges experienced divers.
Moreover, one can enjoy extreme and extraordinary activities that only Maldives can offer. Some of which that can be enjoyed throughout the day are Island hopping, diving, snorkeling, boat trips, wind surfing, and other water sports. At night tourists can enjoy disco derbies at the local bars, live bands, fishing trip under the moonlight with bright and glowing fishes around, and a barbeque party. Truly, these are spectacular moments to cherish.
For food trippers and lovers, Maldives presents their all-time favorite delicacies that include seafood plate of tuna, octopus, and jobfish. Another special dish is called Kavaabu, a deep fried snack overloaded with rice, tuna, coconut, and spices. Restaurants also offer a different twist of beef and chicken curry. Certainly, a scrumptious meal awaits every visitor.
Markets are full of delicious fruits and handicrafts like jewelries made from seashells and precious stones, wooden boxes, and reed mats. These are ideal for tropical shopping aficionados.
Accommodations in this island are also made easy. There are many hotels and resorts that are located in front of the beaches, and offer vacation pleasures through the natural wonders surrounding them. Some of these resorts are the Coco Island Resort, Fun Island Resort, Paradise Island Resort, Lohifushi Resort, and the Full moon Resort. For booking and reservations, interested parties can contact the Maldives tourism authorities, or other travel and tour agencies like the Adventure Center, and the iExplore Maldives.
Indeed, Maldives is a spectacular country that one should try to visit. Its wonders are not only breathtaking, but more so inspiring.
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Posted August 1st, 2008
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Experience breathtaking!
If you’re a travel aficionado, you could have already included in your list some of the world’s most attractive places in Europe, Africa and the Caribbean. But if you’re already a trip addict, you should have not missed one of Asia’s spectacular place, Myanmar.
This historical country, which is formerly known as Burma, blows its own horn not only because of the accounts of its history, but also the breathtaking tourist spots that no other place in the world can offer. Surely, an experience in Myanmar will give you the aroma of the past and the sweet tastes of the present.
Topping its local destination is the world-famous Shwedagon Golden Pagoda. This glowing and superb architecture will let visitors exclaim with gratification. Moreover, the capital city, Yangon, is enhanced with garden wonders.
Other impressive spots that Myanmar takes pride from are the Ananda temple that is noted for is magnificent architectural design, Mandalay Hills that is well known for its spiral stairways and ancient Rakhine Buddha image, Began City that is full of pagodas and ancient temples, Inkle lake that is considered one of the best attractions because of its floating restaurant, and the Ngapali Beach that offers a tranquil atmosphere and white sand shores and perfect for beachcombers.
Dining experience in Myanmar includes a variety of food that are ideal for sweet, spicy, and sour taste buds. Some of the famous dish are the Bain Mont or a baked creamy rice, Mont Hin Gar, which is a rice noodle on fish soup and a perfect breakfast of locals, Ngapi or pressed fish and the Ngapi Yae Kyo or a kind of fish paste. Moreover, a different style of eating sessions allows travelers to sit while sharing the mouthwatering meal.
In addition, a tourist can enjoy series of activities such as beach sports, hiking and trekking at the National parks and wildlife sanctuaries, exploring the caves, meditating at the Mahasi meditation Center at Yangon, and engaging in Chinglone, which is the national sport of Myanmar.
There are also lively festivals in store for visitors. These include the Kachin Manau Festival, the Ananda Pagoda Festival, and the Naga New Year Festival in January; the Tawthalin Boat Race in September; the Kyaukse Elephant Dance Festival in October, and many other celebrations throughout the year.
The memorable experience in Myanmar would not be complete without a comfortable stay in some of the impressive hotels and resorts in the country. Hotel accommodations in Yangon can be availed at Traders Hotel, Savoy Hotel, Summit Park View, and the Kandawgyi Palace. While if one is planning to explore the city of Bangan, he can stay at the Thande Hotel, Thazin Garden or at the Tharabar Gate. When in Mandalay, the best places to spend night are at the Mandalay Hill resort, Sedona Hotel or at the Emerald Land Inn.
Myanmar is a spectacular place. There is no doubt why it was considered as one of the safest and the most beautiful tourist destination in the world, because of its splendid beauty, rich culture and warm people.
So for travel aficionados out there, Myanmar’s waiting for you to visit and explore.
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Posted July 31st, 2008
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This new pilot covers the South China Sea including Hong Kong, Philippines, Eastern Malaysia and Thailand to Sinapore. Stephen Davies and Elaine Morgan’s detailed text provides cruise planning information, an extensive discussion on climate, technical data concerning radio and weather forecasting services and general background commentary on each country. Each region is then treated in detail and pilotage information is given for key harbours. This pilot is a unique source of information for cruise planning and also will be an essential reference for yachtsmen on passage.
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