tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30536626244146048972024-02-08T12:02:05.479-08:00worldtoursUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3053662624414604897.post-19880774686150929972009-11-08T00:12:00.000-08:002009-11-08T00:20:10.204-08:00wellcome to Myanmar<p style="text-align: center;" class="MsoNormal"> <img src="http://www.discoveryindochina.com/myanmar/images/myanmar_map.gif" width="330" border="0" height="550" /></p><p style="text-align: center;" class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;" class="MsoNormal"></p><div style="overflow: auto; text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"> <span class="highlight"></span></div></div><table style="font-size: 11px;" width="575" border="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://thenatureactive.com/tl_files/Tna/images/tour/myanmar_tour.jpg" alt="Taylor made Tour Image" width="500" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="justify"> <p>Enjoy an unforgettable voyage back through thousands of years & experiences the inspirational beauty of Myanmar. Our itineraries also will be kept flexible to give you an opportunity to fully experiences nature's unplanned events while you are visiting Myanmar.<br />We would like to invite you to enjoy the magnificent scenery, explore the natural wilderness, hold endless list of exhilarating sights and walking along the creek. We also look forward to take a break from your stress and to make your holidays a special experience – one full of warm memories of the people you meet while in our beautiful country, also you can experience the real joys of country living.</p> <p> Now We at The Nature Active are ready to meet your demands for a perfect visit to Myanmar. Hope you will return to Myanmar for the Smiles and Genuine Happiness of the People.<br /> Remember, an unforgettable flora & fauna awaits you here.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="justify"> <table width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="3"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;" valign="top"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://thenatureactive.com/tl_files/Tna/images/tour/myanmar_tour_day01.jpg" alt="Taylor made Tour Image1" width="220" /></td> <td valign="top"> <p><strong> Yangon Arrival </strong></p> <p align="justify"> Arrive Yangon international airport, meet the local guide. Transfer to hotel and Guest may rest. We will accompany for sightseeing around Yangon City, which includes visits to Reclining Buddha of 70m stretch, colonial buildings in down town area and 2500 years old Shwe Dagon pagoda, the golden dome of 98 meters rise. Stay overnight in Yangon.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;" valign="top"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://thenatureactive.com/tl_files/Tna/images/tour/myanmar_tour_day02.jpg" alt="Taylor made Tour Image2" width="220" /></td> <td valign="top"> <p><strong> Yangon – Taunggyi </strong></p> <p align="justify"> After breakfast at hotel, leisure & sightseeing. Afternoon transfer to Highway Bus stop. Onvernight on Bus. </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;" valign="top"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://thenatureactive.com/tl_files/Tna/images/tour/myanmar_tour_day03.jpg" alt="Taylor made Tour Image3" width="220" /></td> <td valign="top"> <p><strong> Taunggyi - Inle</strong> </p> <p align="justify"> Arrive Bus Stop at Taunggyi, drive to Inle Lake. Check In hotel and Leisure. Small walk around the Nyaung Shwe Town. Overnight in Nyaung Shwe. </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;" valign="top"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://thenatureactive.com/tl_files/Tna/images/tour/myanmar_tour_day04.jpg" alt="Taylor made Tour Image4" width="220" /></td> <td valign="top"> <p><strong> Inle </strong></p> <p align="justify">After breakfast, sightseeing around the lake, a stunning grand lake each side is banked by tall hills and community of small villages. Visit to local workshops which include silk weaving, silver smiting, cotton weaving and cheroot (Shan traditional cigar). Afterward visit to Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, which accommodates a collection of legendary golden statues of Buddha. Overnight in Nyaung Shwe.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;" valign="top"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://thenatureactive.com/tl_files/Tna/images/tour/myanmar_tour_day05.jpg" alt="Taylor made Tour Image5" width="220" /></td> <td valign="top"> <p><strong> Inle – Mandalay</strong> </p> <p>Transfer to airport for flight to Mandalay as the centre of Myanmar culture and is the second largest capital of Myanmar. Visiting to Mandalay City, Kuthodaw Pagoda, Sandamuni Pagoda, Atumashi Monastery and Shwenandaw Monastery. Sunset view from Mandalay hill. Stay overnight in Mandalay.</p> <p align="justify"> </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;" valign="top"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://thenatureactive.com/tl_files/Tna/images/tour/myanmar_tour_day06.jpg" alt="Taylor made Tour Image6" width="220" /></td> <td valign="top"> <p><strong>Day 6 Mandalay</strong> </p> <p align="justify">After breakfast at hotel, Drive to Amarapura, an ancient city of Kongboung dynasty. Visit to Mahagandayon monastery to observe hundreds of Buddhist monks having their last meal of the day in the morning. Stop at U Pein Bridge.. Mandalay city sightseeing: Mandalay Palace & Mahamuni Buddha Image. Evening walk along the town and overnight in Mandalay City.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;" valign="top"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://thenatureactive.com/tl_files/Tna/images/tour/myanmar_tour_day07.jpg" alt="Taylor made Tour Image7" width="220" /></td> <td valign="top"> <p><strong> Mandalay - Bagan by boat</strong></p> <p align="justify">Early morning at 5:00 am, transfer to Gaw Wein jetty to take the express boat to Bagan. After a day river cruise on the mighty river of Ayeyarwaddy, you reach Bagan. Thousands of decaying pagodas rises majestically from the plain to create a timeless scene, saluting a glorious past. On arrival at Bagan jetty transfers to hotel for check in and overnight.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;" valign="top"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://thenatureactive.com/tl_files/Tna/images/tour/myanmar_tour_day08.jpg" alt="Taylor made Tour Image8" width="220" /></td> <td valign="top"> <p><strong> Bagan</strong> </p> <p align="justify">Breakfast at hotel. start a sightseeing tour, Shwezigon Pagoda built by King Anawrahta in the early 11th century, Kyansittha Umin and Nyaung Oo Market. Gu Byauk Gyi temple with exquisite murals of Jataka scenes, Anada Temple with outs tour huge standing – Buddha images and numerous seated figures that are arranged around an interior gallery. Lunch is followed by a visit to lacquer craftsmen's workshop in nearby Myinkaba village. Sightseeing continues with visits to Manuha Temple built in Mon style in 1059. Nanpayer Temple a unique sandstone monument that is said to have been the palace of King Manuha and Myingaba Gu Byaukgyi Temple, noted for its ancient mural paintings. Observe a sunset in the vicinity of Bagan's ancient monuments. Dinner at a riverside restaurant. Overnight at hotel in Bagan.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%; text-align: left;" valign="top"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://thenatureactive.com/tl_files/Tna/images/tour/myanmar_tour_day09.jpg" alt="Taylor made Tour Image9" width="220" /></td> <td valign="top"> <p><strong> Bagan - Yangon </strong></p> <p align="justify">After breakfast, transfer to airport for fly back to Yangon. Check in and visit Sule Pagoda. And then Bo Gyoke Aung San Market (Scott Market) and walking along the china town. Overnight in Yangon.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;" valign="top"><img style="border: medium none ;" src="http://thenatureactive.com/tl_files/Tna/images/tour/myanmar_tour_day10.jpg" alt="Taylor made Tour Image10" width="220" /></td> <td valign="top"> <p><strong> Yangon Departure</strong></p> <p align="justify">Leisure at hotel until transfer to Airport for International departure.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3053662624414604897.post-88371440178796892262009-11-07T03:21:00.000-08:002009-11-07T03:32:31.943-08:00wellcome to laos<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="http://www.laosventure.com/images/laos/laos_map.gif" src="http://www.laosventure.com/images/laos/laos_map.gif" /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color:#000000;">Asia Pacific Travel, one of the best tours & hotels seller in Indochina, is always pround of being a great tailor made tours in Laos. </span> <div align="justify"> <p><span style="color:#000000;">As you probably know, our travel company founded in 1998, is one of nation's leading travel and tour company. It has major offices in Vientiane and LuangPrabang and has been providing quality services to international business and travellers for over 8 years. Coming to Asia - PacificTravel, you will be served with many kinds of inbound and outbound package tours with many impressive subjects such as: cultural tours, world heritage tours, ecology tours, veteran tours, business tours and on your own choices.<br /></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-family:tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="color: black;"><span class="style1201"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color:#393939;">VIENTIANE</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></strong></div> <p align="center"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-family:tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="color:#393939;"><img alt="laos_pictures_vientiane.jpg" src="http://www.traveltolao.com/datafiles/setmulti/tours/2007/01/02/laos_pictures_vientiane.jpg" width="420" height="280" /></span></span></span></span></strong></p><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family:tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="color:#393939;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial;">LUANG PRABANG</span></strong></span></span></span></div><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><img alt="luangprabang.jpg" src="http://www.traveltolao.com/datafiles/setmulti/tours/2007/01/02/luangprabang.jpg" width="420" height="270" /></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family:tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="color:#393939;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial;">PAKOU CAVES</span></strong></span></span></span><br /></div><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><img alt="pakou2.jpg" src="http://www.traveltolao.com/datafiles/setmulti/tours/2007/01/02/pakou2.jpg" width="420" height="280" /></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /><strong><span style="font-family: Arial;"></span></strong></p><p align="justify"> <span style="color:#000000;"><span class="titleTour1"> <strong></strong></span></span> </p><table align="left" border="0" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td width="130"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3053662624414604897.post-47451017475296726992009-11-06T00:40:00.000-08:002009-11-06T01:09:36.953-08:00Welcome to Indonesia<table class="contentpaneopen"> <tbody><tr> <td class="contentheading" width="100%"> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td width="100%" valign="middle"><table width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td width="440" align="left" valign="middle"><img style="width: 380px; height: 250px;" src="http://www.adventurindo.com/manado/images/indonesia.jpg" alt="indonesia" title="indonesia" border="0" /></td><td valign="top"><table style="width: 124px; height: 224px;" class="table" align="right" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr align="left"><td class="noborder" height="17" valign="middle"><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 51);font-family:Verdana;font-size:85%;" ><strong>Trips Indonesia</strong></span></td></tr><tr align="left"><td height="125" valign="middle"><p><img style="width: 150px; height: 100px;" src="http://www.adventurindo.com/manado/images/tripsindonesia.gif" alt="tripsindonesia" title="tripsindonesia" width="150" border="0" height="85" /></p></td></tr><tr align="left"><td><p><span style="font-size:85%;"> Sumatera Tour Packages</span></p></td></tr><tr align="left"><td><p><span style="font-size:85%;"> Java Tour Packages</span></p></td></tr><tr align="left"><td><p><span style="font-size:85%;"> Borneo Tour Packages</span></p></td></tr><tr align="left"><td><p><span style="font-size:85%;"> Bali Tour packages</span></p></td></tr><tr align="left"><td><p><span style="font-size:85%;"> Lombok Tour Package</span></p></td></tr><tr align="left"><td><p><span style="font-size:85%;"> Komodo Tour Packages</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td><br /></td><td><br /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table><table width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><p align="justify"><span style=";font-family:Verdana,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >Adventurindo Travel Service provide inbound & outound tours, Rent-A-Car (Car, Bus, Van), Hotel/Accommodation arrangement (Hotel, Resort, Cottages, Motel), Outbound Management Training and Event Organizer. We are committed to provide excellence and quality to our clients. Every client is important to us and we are happy to offer the most competitive rates whether it is for the individual client or for groups in their hundreds. All our itineraries are subject to change to suit the interests of the individual or group.</span></p><p align="justify"><br /></p><p align="justify"><span style=";font-family:Verdana,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" ><br /></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor: -moz-zoom-in; width: 406px; height: 304px;" alt="http://privatebrian.files.wordpress.com/2007/07/dsc002861.jpg" src="http://privatebrian.files.wordpress.com/2007/07/dsc002861.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="cursor: -moz-zoom-in; width: 416px; height: 311px;" alt="http://www.travelpod.com/forums/uploads/post-0-1155697510.jpg" src="http://www.travelpod.com/forums/uploads/post-0-1155697510.jpg" /><br /></div><br /><div id="post_title"><div style="text-align: center;">The Hidden Buddhist Temple of Borobudur at Sunrise</div><!--Relaxing in Dresden (and speaking in Austin)--></div> <div class="entry"><br /><p><span class="tt-flickr"><img style="width: 418px; height: 237px;" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2242/2336220351_825a1b92d3_b.jpg" alt="The Hidden Buddhist Temple of Borobudur at Sunrise" border="0" /></span></p><p>The Explosion of Kids in Indonesia</p><div id="post_title"><!--Relaxing in Dresden (and speaking in Austin)--></div> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="tt-flickr"><img style="width: 420px; height: 611px;" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3155/2345968015_d6996c42db_b.jpg" alt="The Explosion of Kids in Indonesia" border="0" /></span></p><p style="text-align: center;">The Exposed Temple Hall and the Third Stage of Enlightenment</p><div id="post_title"><!--Relaxing in Dresden (and speaking in Austin)--></div> <div class="entry"> <p><span class="tt-flickr"><img style="width: 435px; height: 309px;" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2070/2370993491_a8f3627d08_b.jpg" alt="The Exposed Temple Hall and the Third Stage of Enlightenment" border="0" /></span><br /></p><p>As the light changes in Indonesia</p><div id="post_title"><!--Relaxing in Dresden (and speaking in Austin)--></div> <div class="entry"><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="tt-flickr tt-flickr-Large"><img style="width: 440px; height: 304px;" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3166/2416357594_5984cf720b_b.jpg" alt="Buddha in the Jungle Highlands" border="0" /></span></div><p> </p> <p><span class="tt-flickr tt-flickr-Large"><img style="width: 440px; height: 288px;" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3292/2342380918_d4c8a29e15_b.jpg" alt="The Lost Hindu Temple in the Jungle Mist" border="0" /></span></p><p>The Underwater Mosaic Near the Jungle Gates</p><div id="post_title"><!--Relaxing in Dresden (and speaking in Austin)--></div> <div class="entry"> <p><span class="tt-flickr tt-flickr-Large"><img style="width: 437px; height: 301px;" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3124/2576736817_184041f178_b.jpg" alt="The Underwater Mosaic Near the Jungle Gates" border="0" /></span></p><p>Borobudur at High Noon</p><div id="post_title"><!--Relaxing in Dresden (and speaking in Austin)--></div> <div class="entry"> <p><span class="tt-flickr tt-flickr-Large"><img style="width: 437px; height: 281px;" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3193/2535552430_7da8d8f893_b.jpg" alt="Borobudur at High Noon" border="0" /></span></p> </div></div></div></div></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3053662624414604897.post-81429981820790191702009-11-05T01:08:00.000-08:002009-11-05T01:24:57.002-08:00Welcome to Singapore<p style="text-align: center;"><img title="esplanade_singapore_photo_stb" style="border: 0px none ; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 420px; height: 315px;" alt="esplanade_singapore_photo_stb" src="http://citysally.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/esplanade-singapore-photo-stb.jpg" border="0" /> </p><p>A perfect family tour can be enjoyed in destinations like Singapore. Go on a family tour to Singapore and discover the rich history, culture and lifestyle of the multi-racial Singapore. This is one of those destinations that can be explored with equal fun during day and night. Be it the Sentosa Island or the Singapore Zoo, there are options unlimited when it comes to sightseeing in Singapore. </p><p><strong><em>Tourist Attractions</em></strong></p> <p>A hub of various tourist attractions, Singapore is mainly known for its colorful past, Esplanade Theater, Chinatown and Botanic Garden. Experience the calm and beauty of the Singapore Botanic Gardens and National Orchid Garden. A visit to a jewelry factory is also not to be missed during a family vacation to Singapore. Also, pay a religious visit to the magnificent Sri Mariamman Temple, the oldest Hindu Temple in Singapore. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img title="singapore" style="border: 0px none ; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 427px; height: 320px;" alt="singapore" src="http://citysally.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/singapore.jpg" border="0" /> </p> <p><span id="more-89"></span> </p><p> </p><p><strong><em>Accommodation </em></strong></p> <p>During your family tour to Singapore, you will get to see plenty of hotel options for accommodation. Feel free to choose a hotel depending upon your budget and choice in Singapore. Some of the options you can explore are Orchard Hotel, Rendezvous Hotel, Pan Pacific Hotel, Albert Court Hotel, New Park Hotel, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Raffles The Plaza Hotel and Meritus Mandarin Hotel.</p><p><br /></p><div class="bd"><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div class="bd_content"><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;" class="s"> <img style="width: 423px; height: 316px;" title="Photo of Singapore Singapore City Tour with optional Singapore Flyer Botanical garden in Singapore" alt="Photo of Singapore Singapore City Tour with optional Singapore Flyer Botanical garden in Singapore" src="http://cache.graphicslib.viator.com/graphicslib/galleries/viator.com/2008/11/10463_popup.jpg" /> </div> </div> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3053662624414604897.post-86671313685831971552009-11-03T00:23:00.000-08:002009-11-03T00:30:17.871-08:00Tour to Malaysia<div class="articleContent"><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 464px; height: 375px;" alt="http://adventures.worldnomads.com/lpmaps/Malay_map_Grand_Tour.jpg" src="http://adventures.worldnomads.com/lpmaps/Malay_map_Grand_Tour.jpg" /></div><p><br /></p><p>Penang owns the repution of the Pearl of the Oriental and is one of the picturesque and romantic oriental cities.It is the second largest city in Malaysia and the Penang State is the only state in Malaysia where most of the inhabitants are Chinese.Penang got its name for the betel palm trees all over the island in those years.In 1786 it was developed into the earliest commercial center in the far east by the British colonial government.Penang now has been a hustle and bustle metropolis to reflect the unique feelings of the east and the west and it has been listed in the World Cultural Heritage together with Malacca.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 491px; height: 736px;" src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158411338-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p>There are teetering shops and spectacular colonial buildings everywhere in Penang,perfectly combining the classic and modern style.</p> <p>Buses in Penang are quite old and the fare doesn't exceed one Ringgit generally.There is no specific regulation for parking just as the drivers like.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 494px; height: 329px;" src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158421341-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p>In Penang,The best way to tour around is taking a tricycle.Tricycles can be seen everywhere in the street and the tricycle men will receive you with hospitality.It will cost you about 30 Ringgit per hour.If you met a Chinese,maybe he can be your guide and listen to the story of Penang in the past…</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 494px; height: 329px;" src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158421342-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">1.Penang Bridge</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 490px; height: 326px;" src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158421343-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">The 13.5-kilometer-long Berhenti Bridge is the only connecting line between Penang and Malay Peninsula and it is the biggest sea-crossing bridge in Southeast Asia.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 493px; height: 328px;" src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158431344-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">2.The old colonial district</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Most of the major colonial buildings gather in the northeast of the Peninsula.From the dock,you can visit the major colonial buildings on foot.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">This is the Custom House.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 491px; height: 330px;" src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158431352-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p>You will see the Victoria Memorial Clock Tower along the LebuhLight Street.A Chinese rich man donated to build this clock tower to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the ruling of the Queen Victoria. (It is 60 feet high,one foot represents one year.)</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 492px; height: 738px;" src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158431353-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 491px; height: 327px;" src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158441355-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Beihai City(also called ButterWorth)in the opposite is a industrial city.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158441357-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">This cannon is telling people the story of war long long ago.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158441360-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">the Chinese Chamber of Commerce founded in 1928</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158441361-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"> City Hall of Penang</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158451364-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Supreme Court</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158451367-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">St.George's Church</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158461375-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Guangdong Xinhui Hall</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158461378-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">3.Kek Lok Si Temple--the largest Buddhist temple in the whole Malaysia</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158461382-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">tortoise in the pond</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158471385-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Wanfo Tower built in the temple in 1930</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158471391-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">In Chinese New Year,this temple should be well decorated.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158471392-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">take a panorama from the top of the temple</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158481394-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">You can take No.1,No.85,No91,No.101 and No.351 bus in Penang or Guangda bus station or No.84 and No.21 mini bus to the foot of Heshan mountain of the Kek Lok Si Temple.</p> <p> </p> <p style="text-align: center;">Monument to the overseas Chinese in Anti-Japanese War</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158481395-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">4.Snake TemPle</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158491397-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">a boa eating a chick,which is horrible</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158491398-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158491401-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158491402-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158491403-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p><p></p><p style="text-align: center;">The king cobra. one gram of the venom can kill hundreds of people.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158501409-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158511412-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Now the amazing thing happens.The staff unexpectedly kiss the king cobra and it makes us feel frightened.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158521425-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">The photo of me and the king cobra</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158521427-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;">gold python</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158521428-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158531431-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.chitour.com/data/world-tours-blogs/Image/200908021158531450-tours-blogs.jpg" title="Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" alt="Traveling,Tour to Malaysia:kissing cobra" /></p> <p>I just stay in Penang for one day and there are still many other scenic spots I haven't been t.And I also haven't tasted the snacks in the night market.But what I regret not having done can be a excuse for coming for another time.Haha.~~see you next time!</p></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3053662624414604897.post-91471225912455592622009-11-01T23:37:00.000-08:002009-11-01T23:43:02.957-08:00Sydney Australia<div style="text-align: center;"><img usemap="#Map" src="http://www.destination360.com/australia-south-pacific/australia/images/s/australia-sydney.jpg" alt="Sydney Australia" border="0" /> <map name="Map"></map> </div><div id="copy"> <p> Sydney Australia, known as the Harbor City, has both a unique landscape, as well as a unique history. The sheltered harbor of Sydney Australia made Sydney an excellent home for indigenous peoples, and later a useful port for Europeans. On January 26<sup>th</sup>, 1788, 11 ships from Britain arrived in Sydney Cove. Called the "First Fleet", these ships carried British soldiers, along with British prisoners, sent to establish a new colony. Modern Sydney still bears the mark of these early settlers. Some of Sydney's main streets run along the original trails carved out by European settlers. </p> <p> Today, Sydney is known for its beautiful harbor, along with the Harbour Bridge that graces its waters. The Sydney Opera House is also a famous landmark for Australians and tourists alike, and an excellent stop on your Australia sightseeing journey. The Opera House is open year round, and features some of the best in world dance, music, and theatre. Travel in Sydney is not complete without touring the house, or maybe even seeing a show. You may even purchase tickets online when planning your trip. For travelers who are patrons of the arts, the Sydney Arts Festival is also a great option. Held each January during Australia's summer, this event is completely free of charge. The arts festival is an exciting way to experience both European and Indigenous tradition, along with music, dance, and arts from around the world. </p> <p> Art from around the world can also be found in local shopping centers throughout Sydney. One of the most popular is the Queen Victoria Building. The Queen Victoria Building is a landmark in it's own right, as well as being one of Sydney's premier shopping centers, both for personal and gift shopping. </p> <p> Another of the more popular Sydney attractions, and a great stop as you continue Australia sightseeing in Sydney, is the beautiful stretch of beaches along the city's coast. Tourists come to Sydney from around the world to surf, sun bathe, and scuba dive in and around the waters of Sydney. Another popular activity as you travel in Sydney is a Harbour Cruise. Cruises are available for both lunch and dinner, and guests will have a chance to stroll and dine as they sail around the beautiful harbor. </p> <p> For many travelers who are new to the city and looking for Sydney attractions, a tour of the city itself provides a great way to become familiar with all things Sydney. Free walking tour brochures are available, free of charge, and have been provided by the City of Sydney's Historical Program. Brochures can be found at any library or community center within the city of Sydney. </p> <p> While taking your walking tour as part of your Australia sightseeing, you might happen to stroll by The Rocks, a section of Sydney once known for it's squalid and disease ridden condition. Things have changed since the days of the prison settlements, and modern day tourists will see none of the destitute buildings of the past. In the early 1970s, The Rocks was completely renovated, to create one of the most charming neighborhoods for shopping and enjoying local cafes. The history alone makes this an interesting stop when visiting Sydney Australia. </p> <p> These are just a few of the fun and interesting landmarks and activities to be enjoyed in Sydney, Australia. However you spend your time, you'll be sure to find many unique Sydney attractions and exciting things to do. </p><p><br /></p><div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="http://www.eriksadventures.com/Coveraussie.jpg" src="http://www.eriksadventures.com/Coveraussie.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 500px; height: 360px;" alt="http://www.australiatour.net/images/gold%20coast.jpg" src="http://www.australiatour.net/images/gold%20coast.jpg" /></div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3053662624414604897.post-91361349256815537172009-11-01T07:14:00.000-08:002009-11-01T07:27:49.088-08:00Tour in Vietnam<div id="centreCol"><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><p style="margin-left: 0cm; text-indent: 0cm; text-align: center;"><img style="width: 304px; height: 317px;" src="http://www.sinhcafe.com.vn/Thumbnail.aspx/1/300/400/64cf358cbf404a869ac5c4d7d246078e-CVN18-01-GRAND-VIETNAM-TOUR.gif/CVN18-01-GRAND-VIETNAM-TOUR.gif" width="300" height="335" /></p><p>Welcome to 'Tour Notes', a collection of short stories, personal experiences and amusing recollections. Often it is the briefest of exchange or the smallest of detail that would have been missed if it was not for the bicycle that makes a great story. This is a place to record the uniqueness of bicycle travel.</p><p>'Your Stories' is the place to share your tour with family and friends back home. You can upload your travel diary, record your chance meetings while on the road or showcase your best pictures, it's an opportunity for your journey to inspire others. </p><p>'Our Stories' is Red Bicycle's opportunity to write about places we tour, the good times, and sometimes hard times, the people and the happenings, that we believe makes bicycle travel so rewarding.<br /></p> <p style="text-align: center;" class="MsoNormal"><b>Detail tour program <a name="B"></a><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;">Hanoi<br /></span></b><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span><span style="color:black;"><img title="" style="border-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border-width: 0px; width: 202px; height: 188px;" src="http://www.sinhcafe.com.vn/Image.aspx/image=pjpeg/57dc6450b4c54ff3a44582ad93255f54-d_2597_3861ha.jpg/d_2597_3861ha.jpg" vspace="5" width="202" align="left" height="497" hspace="5" />You are arrival at our thousand years Capital – Hanoi city. Our guide will welcome you at the airport Noi bai airport and then be transferred to your hotel in the center of city.<br />After freshen up, we would like to show you of Hanoian daily life with one hour cyclo (trishaw) ride around the old streets, then we stop at <b>Thang Long Theatre</b> for enjoying water puppets shows. Enjoy dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Ha Noi. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Lao Cai<br /></span></b><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span><span style="color:black;">Today we would like to show you the major cultural sites around Hanoi city. The first visit to Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam (the Temple of Literature & the first university in Vietnam), then we go to Ba Dinh Square for visiting Uncle Ho’s (Ho Chi Minh President) Mausoleum, His Residence area, and one Pillar – pagoda nearby.<br />Next site is Tran Quoc pagoda and lunch at a local restaurant.<br />In the afternoon, we will visit the largest and most interesting Museum of Vietnam Ethnology, then go back to the Old quarter for shopping. Dinner on your own arrangement before overnight on train to Lao Cai. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Sapa<br /></span></b><span style="color:black;"><br />Upon arrival to Lao Cai train station, drive to visit one of the colorful tribal market near Sapa area (incase no Market available at your date, you will visit Cat Cat & Ta Fin villages).<br /><b>Tuesday:</b> Coc Ly Market (this market is not available until further notice due to the construction site nearby)<br /><b>Wednesday</b>: Cao Son Market<br /><b>Saturday:</b> Can Cau Market<br /><b>Sunday</b>: Bac Ha Market Market<br />Then transfer to Sapa for overnight. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;">Lao Cai<br /></span></b><span style="color:black;"><br />Drive to visit Lao Chai village – home of Black H’Mong – here you trek through terraced rice fields to villages, meet and talk with locals to learn more about their daily life and habits. You then trek through Ta Van village. Lunch on your own arrangement. Car pick up at Ta Van and transfer to Lao Cai station for overnight train back to Hanoi. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;">Halong<br /></span></b><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span><span style="color:black;">Arrive in Hanoi around 04:30 – 05:00. Check in a mini hotel for refresh and breakfast. Start at 08:30am from <img title="" style="border-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border-width: 0px; width: 191px; height: 178px;" src="http://www.sinhcafe.com.vn/Image.aspx/image=pjpeg/3ef820bd89ba4795931de13d12a9741a-small_1163737112.nv.jpg/small_1163737112.nv.jpg" vspace="5" width="191" align="right" height="185" hspace="5" />your hotel, after 03 hours and a half drive we arrive in Halong bay, a World Heritage Area of outstanding natural beauty. Upon arrival, transfer to a junk for a cruise around Ha Long Bay with a delicious local seafood lunch served on board. Passing many rocks and islets in shape of Dog, Incense, Fighting-cock, Finger, Hoa Cuong etc and visit Surprise cave and short swim at Titov beach, kayak (kayak cost is not include in this package), if weather permitted. Have dinner on board. In the evening, enjoy the night fishing and later over night on board. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Ha Long bay<br /></span></b><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span><span style="color:black;">In the morning, cruising to Bai Tu long bay, Fire Island, Bo Nau Island, fishing village. Arrive at Ha long wharf about 12.00 noon. Return to Hanoi by private car. Free time for optional visit and dinner on your own arrangement. Transfer to Hanoi railway station for overnight trai to Dong Hoi. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Ke Bang National Park<br /></span></b><span style="color:black;"><br />Arrive in Dong Hoi in the morning, transfer to the hotel for breakfast, then we will drive you to visit <b>Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park</b>. Getting on boat and cruise on the world's longest underground river to Phong Nha Cave. The deeper one penetrates, the more magical are the natural aspects of the caves. After on boat for 700m, a large dry passage is appear, then you can walk to discover the cave for 500m more. You will have a chance to explore the remain of Cham Altars and Inscriptions inside. Overnight in Dong Hoi Town.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Hue<br /></span></b><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span><span style="color:black;"><img title="" style="border-width: 0px; width: 188px; height: 191px;" src="http://www.sinhcafe.com.vn/Image.aspx/image=pjpeg/f6e9d89082be4731a5e63e8b568341b5-dia-dao-vinh-moc-1%281%29ha.jpg/dia-dao-vinh-moc-1%281%29ha.jpg" vspace="5" width="225" align="left" height="270" hspace="5" />Leave Dong Hoi early for Hue. Drive along back to Hue with a stopover at historic </span><b><span style="color:black;">Hien Luong Bridge, Ben Hai River </span></b><span style="color:black;">and the famous <b>Vinh Moc Tunnel</b>. Arrive Hue at noon time and have lunch at local restaurant before check in. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Hue.</span><b><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Hue<br /></span></b><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span><span style="color:black;">Today we start the tour with the visit to I<b>mperial Citadel and King Minh Mang tomb, King Tu Duc Tomb, Thien Mu Pagoda.</b> Then we will embark in a boat cruise along Perfume River to admire sunset. Overnight in Hue. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Hoi An<br /></span></b><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span><span style="color:black;">Today we will heading to Hoi An through <b>Hai Van pass</b>, and Lang Co beach – one of the most beautiful beach of Vietnam. Visit <b>Cham museum</b> on the way, Cham museum is the open air collection of Cham sculpture. Many of the sandstone carvings are breathtaking. After check-in at hotel, visit the <b>Ancient town</b>. Overnight in Hoi An. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;">My Son<br /></span></b><span style="color:black;"><br />This morning, we will visit <b>My Son</b>, a World Heritage, 40 km southwest of Hoi An. Located in a lush valley, My Son was a capital and religious center of Cham people, now remaining with red brick towers and sanctuaries. My Son, considered to be in the same league as some of Southeast Asia's greatest archaeological sites, including Angkor in Cambodia, Bagan in Myanmar, Ayutthaya in Thailand and Borobudur in Indonesia.<br />Free in the afternoon for optional visit or beach relaxation. Overnight in Hoian. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Nha Trang<br /></span></b><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span><span style="color:black;">Transfer to Da Nang Airport to fly to Nha trang around noon. Relax on the beach of Nha Trang. Overnight in <img title="" style="border-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border-width: 0px; width: 191px; height: 190px;" src="http://www.sinhcafe.com.vn/Image.aspx/image=pjpeg/aca29a0f37c245b48fa78395c61119ae-SwimmingPool.jpg/SwimmingPool.jpg" vspace="5" width="541" align="right" height="415" hspace="5" />Nha Trang. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Nha Trang</span></b><span style="color:black;"><br /><br />In the morning, we take a boat trip to Mun island, the best site for snorkeling where you will see lots of live colorful corals and fish. This site has been officially protected under the support of Danish Government. Lunch on boat or Tam island. Then visit <b>Tri Nguyen Aquarium</b> on Mieu Island. At this place, you will see the life of the many sea species of Nhatrang ocean that being made in a smaller world of this aquarium.<br />In the afternoon take half day city visit to <b>Long Son Pagoda</b>, built in commemoration of the monks and nuns who died whilst fighting the Diem government and <b>Cham Po Nagar temples</b>. Just next to Cham Po Nagar temples is the <b>Thap Ba Hot Spring</b> center. Enjoy fun with Mud bathing and Mineral springs swimming. Overnight in Nha Trang. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Ho Chi Minh City<br /></span></b><span style="color:black;"><br />Free time for beach relaxation till noon flight to Hochiminh city.<br />Welcomed by our tour guide then transfer or your hotel in city for fresh-up. Visit Ben Thanh night market before your dinner served in a French styled house. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh city. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Cu Chi<br /></span></b><span style="color:maroon;"><br /></span><span style="color:black;">In the morning, we will go to Hoc Mon district to visit the incredible underground Cu Chi tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. Back to the city for lunch after 4 hours excursion. In the afternoon, visit War Museum, Reunification Palace and Notre Dame Cathedral and Post office. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:maroon;"> Mekong Delta<br /></span></b><span style="color:black;"><br /><img title="" style="border-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border-width: 0px; width: 192px; height: 198px;" src="http://www.sinhcafe.com.vn/Image.aspx/image=pjpeg/8b5bb81895734fe7b323ebda470a4a5b-DSC05045ha.jpg/DSC05045ha.jpg" vspace="5" width="212" align="left" height="239" hspace="5" />This trip provides a look at a wide variety of the life and scenery of the <b>Delta</b>. On the way you can see green rice paddy fields stretching towards the horizon. After arrival in <b>Cai Be</b>, a boat takes you to the floating market with sellers and buyers bargaining and exchanging their goods from their boats. Lunch at Ancient garden house then proceeding to Vinh Long, passing small and beautiful canal see peaceful tranquil life of villagers, admire marvelous natural setting of Mekong Delta region. Stop at An Binh islet famous for their fruit orchards. We will enjoy the local tropical fruits and see how local people cultivate their orchards, make their living from ceramics, popcorn and rice paper... A nice chance for bicycle riding, roaming through the village and looking at the local handicraft shops. A stop will be landed on Vinh Long market a nice walk around. Continue driving to Can Tho. Over night in <b>Can Tho</b>.</span></p><p><br /></p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3053662624414604897.post-24284441403531867412009-10-31T00:14:00.001-07:002009-10-31T00:21:54.845-07:00Cambodia Tours<div class="catename">Cambodia Tours</div> <div class="vbst"> <div class="tl"> <div class="tr"><p class="smallblack">Everybody knows Angkor. It's legendary, and for good reason. But Cambodia doesn't end there. A broad range of activities, on and off the beaten path, enable visitors to pull back the curtain and discover the depth of the country's true beauty. Venture into the wilds of the northeast on a nature trek, where friendly hill tribes welcome you into their world. </p> <p class="smallblack">Head south for inexplicably uncrowded beaches; their beauty complimented by the distinct lack of people. Take to the Mekong River as it snakes through the heart of the country, its banks becoming a showcase for Cambodian life. And there's always the fabled temples of Angkor Wat. Cycle tours let you outpace the crowds without sacrificing a thing.</p> Packages start from Phnom Penh or Siem Reap - both served by regular international flights. Our tours feature small groups, knowledgeable guides, and the best destinations - there's no better way to experience Cambodia.</div></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><img class="fright mgt10" src="http://www.vietvisiontravel.com/images/cambodia/cambodia_map.gif" border="0" /><br /></div><br /><br /><br /><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 85%; color: rgb(0, 0, 204);">Back to Wallpaper(Index)</span></p> <table width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td width="25%"><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/angkor_wat_cambodia.gif" alt="Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom - Cambodia" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> <td width="25%"><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/cambodia_wallpapers.gif" alt="Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom - Cambodia" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> </tr> <tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td width="25%">Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom - Cambodia</td> <td width="25%">Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom - Cambodia</td> </tr> <tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td width="25%"><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/cambodia_wallpaper.gif" alt="Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom - Cambodia" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> <td width="25%"><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/the_bayon_angkor_wat.gif" alt="The Bayon - Cambodia" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> </tr> <tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td width="25%">Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom - Cambodia</td> <td width="25%">The Bayon - Cambodia</td> </tr> <tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td width="25%"><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/tonlesap_cambodia.gif" alt="Tonle Sap - Cambodia" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> <td width="25%"><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/angkorwat_cambodia_wallpape.gif" alt="Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom - Cambodia" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> </tr> <tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td width="25%">Tonle Sap - Cambodia</td> <td width="25%">Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom - Cambodia</td> </tr> <tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td width="25%"><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/banteay_srei_cambodia.gif" alt="Banteay Srei - Cambodia" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> <td width="25%"><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/banteay_srei_cambodia_siemr.gif" alt="Banteay Srei - Cambodia" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> </tr> <tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td width="25%">Banteay Srei - Cambodia</td> <td width="25%">Banteay Srei - Cambodia</td> </tr> <tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/angkorthom-bayon.gif" alt="Angkor Thom - bayon" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> <td><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/apsaras_angkorwat.gif" alt="Apsaras - Angkor Wat" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> </tr> <tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td>The Bayon - Angkor Thom </td> <td>Apsara Carvings - Angkor Wat </td> </tr> <tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/angkorthom-avalokitesvara.gif" alt="Gate Angkor Thom" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> <td><img src="http://www.tothailand.com/wallpaper/cambodia/cambodia-girl.gif" alt="Cambodia Girl" width="240" border="0" height="180" /></td> </tr> <tr class="text1" align="center" valign="top"> <td>The South gate to Angkor Thom</td> <td>Cambodia Girl at Tonle Sap </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /></div><br /><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3053662624414604897.post-1189247573731225912009-10-30T23:56:00.000-07:002009-10-31T00:10:23.486-07:00Thailand<span style="font-family:Arial;"><i>"Thailand is a diverse Southeast Asian country bounded to the west by Myanmar and the Indian Ocean, also by Malaysia, the Gulf of Siam, Cambodia, and Laos. This prime location coupled with sun, sea and excitement makes it a great starting point for your Southeast Asian tour."</i></span><br /> <table width="99%" border="0"><tbody><tr><td width="85%" align="left"><p><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >If any nation could be considered the archetypal Southeast Asian country, it would be the Kingdom of Thailand (Rat-Cha-Ana-Jak-Thai). This jewel of a country was formerly known as Siam, a Sanskrit word meaning "gold" or "green" and both colors apply. There are a few gold mines in the south, but traditionalists say the beautiful green color that covers the mountains and fields and lies along the rivers must have inspired the name. It is the only Southeast Asian country not colonized by Europeans (Neither British or French although it did fall under Japanese occupation during World War II and was, nominally, a part of the Axis Powers). </span></p></td> <td width="450" valign="top"><img alt="Thailand information map" src="http://www.atthaitours.com/thaimap.JPG" width="275" border="0" height="466" /></td> </tr></tbody></table> <p><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >The ruins throughout the north are the remnants of kingdoms whose royal lineage's extend all the way to the current king, a very popular and respected monarch. Thai influence today is one of the strongest and most progressive in the region.</span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >The central part consists of flat plains no more than a few feet above sea level, watered by the Chao Phya River and a number of smaller rivers and canals. There are mountains in the north stretching southward along the border with Myanmar, high plains in the east, and mountains and jungle covering the peninsula. More than 5 million people visit this country each year. It is one of the most topographically and culturally rich countries in Asia. The kingdom's national park system is vast, with more than 50 parks. Restored ancient ruins and magnificent temples dot the lush, tropical landscape.</span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >In the south, on the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea, one finds several miles of very beautiful white sand beaches, remote islands and crystalline water. It is also known for the honesty, generosity and hospitality of its people. Thais seem to have an extraordinary capacity of giving, and it is a wonderful place to for a short visit or a long unintended stay.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 468px; height: 405px;" src="http://www.thaionsell.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/pictures-of-thailand-collage.jpg" alt="pictures-of-thailand-collage-tourism-hotel" title="pictures-of-thailand-collage-tourism-hotel" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2318" /></p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 506px; height: 332px;" src="http://www.thaionsell.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/thailandtourismfestivallq9.jpg" alt="thailandtourismfestivallq9" title="thailandtourismfestivallq9" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2324" /> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3053662624414604897.post-3887427754969356462009-10-30T23:53:00.000-07:002009-10-30T23:55:24.183-07:00China Tours<div id="header"><h1 style="float: left; text-align: center;"><br /></h1> </div> <script type="text/javascript"> <!-- function popwindow(url, name) { newwindow = window.open(url, name, 'height=383,width=415'); if (window.focus) { newwindow.focus(); } } //--> </script> <div style="text-align: center;" id="still"> <img usemap="#Map" src="http://www.destination360.com/asia/china/images/s/china-tours.jpg" alt="China Tours" border="0" /> </div> <map name="Map"></map> <div id="copy"> <p> The new trend in tourism here is to provide more extensive China tours. Everyday another tour operator springs forward into life, many of them offering similar services and competitive prices. As always, investigation on the internet is the best way to determine what exactly you want and should expect from any guided tour. </p> <p> The most common China tours are found in the major cities and tourist attractions across the country. The most popular city for a guided tour is Beijing, where there are hundreds of historical sights to seek out - though transportation throughout the city is fairly convenient, the small hassles of travel send many visitors into the arms of guided and package tours, who usually solve transportation issues, manage schedules and often offer discount prices into a number of major tourist attractions. Cheap China tours are still a thing of the future, however. Despite the competition, there seems to be an unwritten agreement that tour operators do not stray to far into discounted territory, so don"t get too upset if the cost is higher than you"d expect. </p> <p> The best you can do, as far as cheap China tours, are often located far away from the main tourist areas. The breadth of Central China, which has to struggle (comparatively) to match the draw of southern and eastern China and Tibet, is a good place to start when looking for discount tours. </p> <p> Tours of China are often a section on a far more broad Asian tour. Combining its attractions with those of Korea or Japan or Mongolia is an easy way for many tour operators to bring in more revenue. Tours incorporating both South Korea and the Chinese mainland are the most popular of these China Tours. </p> <p> Seeing the southern regions of the country, primarily Hong Kong and Macau along with scenic Guangdong and Guangxi is one of the best China tours, especially for those who feel seeing all of China in one fell swoop is too imposing a task. This way you get some of the most majestic natural scenery along with the packed bars and swollen casinos located in Hong Kong and Macau. </p> <p> The giant pandas are truly one of China"s most valuable treasures, making Panda tours in China a popular, if often misguided, tour option. Since the three best places to see these gentle creatures are well spread out, most of the operators offering Panda tours in China concentrate on only one location - if witnessing the giant panda in its natural habitat is a must, a self-guided tour is usually your best bet. The Chengdu Zoo has a handful of pandas, but it is clearly overshadowed by the nearby Giant Panda Breeding Research Base. For animal lovers, this is the pinnacle of any of the possible Panda tours in China. By far the most humane and respected of where pandas live in captivity, there are usually about a dozen bears (depending on the previous summer"s birth rate) allowed to roam freely throughout the base"s enclosure. China tours revolving around the sight of pandas can also be found in the Wolong Nature Reserve, about 90 miles away - though, unlike the Research base in Chengdu, the pandas are not the sole focus here. Pretty much any zoo throughout the country will have a couple of panda bears on display, with the Beijing Zoo being the most visited. </p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3053662624414604897.post-58495950216982071892009-10-30T23:04:00.000-07:002009-10-30T23:34:20.264-07:00Banteay Srei, Angkor<span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span><div id="floatright"><div class="caption"><div style="text-align: center;"> <img src="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/cambodia/images/angkor/banteay-srei/resized/false-door-south-tower-cc-beggs.jpg" alt="Banteay Srei" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"> False door (for spirits) on the south tower of the beautiful Banteay Srei.<br /></div> <em></em><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/cambodia/images/angkor/banteay-srei/resized/pillars-cc-beggs.jpg" alt="Carved pillars at Banteay Srei" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"> Carved pillars at Banteay Srei.<br /></div><br /> <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/cambodia/images/angkor/banteay-srei/resized/relief-c-becklectic.jpg" alt="Carved relief, Banteay Srei" border="0" /><br /></div> <em></em><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/cambodia/images/angkor/banteay-srei/resized/tower-c-becklectic.jpg" width="350" border="0" height="233" /><br /></div> <em></em><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/cambodia/images/angkor/banteay-srei/resized/rubble2-cc-alickmighall.jpg" border="0" /><br /></div> <em></em><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/cambodia/images/angkor/banteay-srei/resized/banteay-srei-figure-cc-RobAbroad.jpg" border="0" /><br /></div> <em></em><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/cambodia/images/angkor/banteay-srei/resized/aerial-1249ft.jpg" alt="Aerial view of Banteay Srei" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"> Aerial view of Banteay Srei.<br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/cambodia/images/angkor/banteay-srei/resized/banteay-srei2-c-becklectic.jpg" border="0" /><br /></div> <em></em><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/cambodia/images/angkor/banteay-srei/resized/water-c-becklectic.jpg" border="0" /><br /></div> <em></em><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/cambodia/images/angkor/banteay-srei/resized/entrance-cc-alickmighall.jpg" border="0" /><br /></div> <em></em><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a name="locationmap" id="locationmap"></a> </div><div id="map" style="width: 350px; 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border-color: white rgb(176, 176, 176) rgb(176, 176, 176) white; border-width: 1px; font-size: 12px;">Map</div></div><div title="Show satellite imagery" style="border: 1px solid black; position: absolute; background-color: white; text-align: center; width: 5em; right: 5.1em; cursor: pointer;"><div style="border-style: solid; border-color: white rgb(176, 176, 176) rgb(176, 176, 176) white; border-width: 1px; font-size: 12px;">Satellite</div></div><div title="Show imagery with street names" style="border: 1px solid black; position: absolute; background-color: white; text-align: center; width: 5em; right: 0em; cursor: pointer;"><div style="border-style: solid; border-color: rgb(52, 86, 132) rgb(108, 157, 223) rgb(108, 157, 223) rgb(52, 86, 132); border-width: 1px; font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold;">Hybrid</div></div></div></div><br /></div></div><br /> <p>Although it's out of the way, true temple buffs won't want to miss<strong> Banteay Srei</strong>, a beautiful 10th-century Hindu temple complex about 23 miles north of Angkor Wat. </p> <p>The temple consists of low walls surrounding peaked structures of deep red sandstone. Banteay Srei means "<strong>Citadel of Women</strong>," and it is said that the reliefs on this temple are so delicate that they could only have been carved by the hand of a woman. The well-preserved relief carvings on the central buildings depict scenes from ancient Hindu tales. </p> <p>Try to visit with a tour group or guide who can explain the finer details of the temple art inscriptions and handle travel logistics. Check with your hotel or any tourist agency, or reserve a tour through us.</p> <h2>History</h2> <p>Completed in 967, Banteay Srei was the only major temple at Angkor <strong>not built for the king</strong>; instead it was constructed by one of king Rajendravarman's counsellors, Yajnyavahara. The temple was primarily dedicated to Shiva (the southern buildings and the central tower were devoted to him, but the northern ones to Vishnu). It lies near the hill of Phnom Dei 25 km (15 miles) northeast of the main group of temples, where the capital of the time (Yashodharapura) was located. </p> <p>The temple was subject to further expansion and rebuilding work in the 11th century. At some point it came under the control of the king and had its original dedication changed; an inscription of the early 12th century records the temple being given to the priest Divarakapandita and being rededicated to Shiva. It remained in use at least until the 14th century.</p> <p>The temple's original name was <strong>Tribhuvanamahesvara</strong> — "great lord of the threefold world" — named as usual after the central image (in this case a Shaivite linga). The town of Isvarapura was centred on the temple. The modern name, Banteay Srei — "citadel of the women" or "citadel of beauty" — is generally taken to refer to the intricacy of the carving and the tiny dimensions of the architecture.</p> <p> The temple was rediscovered only in 1914, and was the subject of a celebrated case of art theft when André Malraux stole four devatas in 1923 (he was soon arrested and the figures returned). </p> <p>The incident stimulated interest in the site, which was cleared the following year, and in the 1930s Banteay Srei was restored in the first important use of anastylosis at Angkor. Until the discovery of the foundation stela in 1936, it had been assumed that the extreme decoration indicated a later date than was in fact the case. </p> <p>To prevent the site from water damage, the joint Cambodian-Swiss Banteay Srei Conservation Project installed a drainage system between 2000 and 2003. Measures were also taken to prevent damage to the temples walls being caused by nearby trees.</p> <h2>What to See</h2> <p>Banteay Srei's style is a mix of the archaic and the innovative. It is built largely of red sandstone, with brick and laterite used only for the enclosure walls and some structural elements. Although Banteay Srei's coloration is unique, sandstone of other shades was later to become the norm. </p> <p>Pediments are large in comparison to entrances, in a sweeping gabled shape. For the first time whole scenes appear on the pediments, while the lintels with central figures and kalas on looped garlands look backwards. The guardian dvarapalas and the colonettes are also old-fashioned. Decoration covering almost every available surface is deeply sculpted and figures rounded. The style is also seen in parts of Preah Vihear. </p> <p>Like most Khmer temples, Banteay Srei is orientated towards the east. The fourth eastern gopura is all that remains of Isvarapura's outer wall, approximately 500 m square, which may have been made of wood. </p> <p>The gopura's eastern pediment shows Indra, who was associated with that direction. A 67 m causeway with the remains of corridors on either side connects the gopura with the third enclosure. North and south of this causeway are galleries orientated north-south (one to the north and three to the south halfway along, with a further one on each side in front of the third gopura). </p> <p>The third enclosure is 95 by 110 m, with gopuras in the laterite wall to the east and west. Neither pediment of the eastern gopura is in situ: one is on the ground nearby, while the other is in Paris's Guimet Museum. Most of the area within the third enclosure is occupied by a moat (now dry) divided into two parts by causeways to the east and west. The succeeding second enclosure has a laterite wall of 38 by 42 m. </p> <p>The brick inner enclosure wall, a 24 m square, has collapsed, leaving the first gopura isolated, while the laterite galleries which filled the second enclosure (one each to north and south, two each to east and west) have largely collapsed. The eastern pediment of the east gopura shows Shiva Nataraja. The central part of the west gopura was enclosed to form a sanctuary, with access being to either side.</p> <p>Between the gopuras are the buildings of the inner enclosure: a library in each of the southeast and northeast corners, and in the centre the sanctuary set on a T-shaped platform 0.9 m high. </p> <p>Besides being the most extravagantly decorated parts of the temple, these have also been the most successfully restored (helped by the durability of their sandstone and their small scale). As of 2005, the entire first enclosure was off-limits to visitors, as was the southern half of the second enclosure. </p> <p>The libraries are of brick, laterite and sandstone. The south library's pediments both feature Shiva: to the east Ravana shakes Mount Kailash, with Shiva on the summit; the west pediment has the god of love, Kama, shooting an arrow at him. </p> <p>On the north library's east pediment, Indra creates rain to put out a forest fire started by Agni to kill a naga living in the woods; Krishna and his brother aid Agni by firing arrows to stop the rain. On the west pediment is Krishna killing his uncle Kamsa. </p> <p>Glaize wrote that the four library pediments, "representing the first appearance of tympanums with scenes, are works of the highest order. Superior in composition to any which followed, they show true craftsmanship in their modelling in a skilful blend of stylisation and realism."</p> <p> The sanctuary is entered from the east by a doorway only 1.08 m in height: inside is an entrance chamber (or mandapa) with a corbelled brick roof, then a short corridor leading to three towers to the west: the central tower is the tallest, at 9.8 m. Glaize notes the impression of delicacy given the towers by the antefixes on each of their tiers. The six stairways leading up to the platform were each guarded by two kneeling statues of human figures with animal heads; most of those now in place are replicas, the originals having been stolen or removed to museums.</p> <h2>Quick Facts</h2> <table style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); border-collapse: collapse;" width="430px" border="1" bordercolor="#cccccc" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr> <td colspan="2"><div style="padding: 4px; background-color: rgb(186, 209, 235);"><strong>Site Information</strong></div></td></tr></tbody></table> <table style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); border-collapse: collapse;" width="430px" border="1" bordercolor="#cccccc" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr> <td width="90px" valign="top">Names:</td> <td valign="top">Banteay Srei; Citadel of Women</td> </tr> <tr><td width="90px" valign="top">Location:</td><td valign="top">Angkor, Cambodia</td></tr><tr> <td width="80px" valign="top">Category:</td> <td valign="top">Hindu Temples; World Heritage Sites</td> </tr><tr><td valign="top">Faith:</td><td valign="top">Hinduism</td></tr><tr><td valign="top">Status:</td><td valign="top">ruins</td></tr><tr><td valign="top">Date:</td><td valign="top">967</td></tr><tr> <td valign="top">Architecture:</td> <td valign="top">Khmer</td> </tr><tr><td valign="top">Features:</td><td valign="top">Medieval Sculpture</td></tr></tbody></table> <table style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); border-collapse: collapse;" width="430px" border="1" bordercolor="#cccccc" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr> <td colspan="2"><div style="padding: 4px; background-color: rgb(186, 209, 235);"><strong>Visitor Information</strong></div></td></tr></tbody></table> <table style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); border-collapse: collapse;" width="430px" border="1" bordercolor="#cccccc" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0"> <tbody><tr><td valign="top">Coordinates:</td> <td valign="top"> 13.598924° N, 103.962845° E (view on Google Maps) </td></tr><tr><td valign="top">Address:</td><td valign="top">Angkor Archaeological Park, Siem Reap, Cambodia</td></tr><tr><td width="90px" valign="top">Hours:</td><td valign="top">Daily dawn to dusk</td></tr><tr><td width="90px" valign="top">Cost:</td><td valign="top">Archaeological Park: US$20 for one day, US$40 for three days, US$60 for one week</td></tr><tr><td width="90px" valign="top">Photography:</td><td valign="top">Permitted</td></tr><tr><td valign="top">Facilities:</td><td valign="top">None</td></tr><tr><td valign="top">Accessibility:</td><td valign="top">Not handicapped accessible.</td></tr> </tbody></table><br /> <div style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 11px;"><em>Note: This information was accurate when published and we do our best to keep it updated, but details such as opening hours can change without notice. To avoid disappointment, please check with the site directly before making a special trip.</em></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0