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  • Sri Lanka Holidays For a quarter century, Sri Lanka seems to have been plagued by misfortune, including a brutal civil war between the Sinhalese-dominated government and a separatist Tamil group. But the conflict finally ended last May, ushering in a more peaceful era for this teardrop-shaped island off India’s coast, rich in natural beauty and cultural splendors. The island, with a population of just 20 million, feels like one big tropical zoo: elephants roam freely, water buffaloes idle in paddy fields and monkeys swing from trees. And then there’s the pristine coastline. The miles of sugary white sand flanked by bamboo groves that were off-limits to most visitors until recently are a happy, if unintended byproduct of the war. Among the most scenic, if difficult stretches to reach, is Nilaveli Beach in the Tamil north. While a few military checkpoints remain, vacationers can lounge on poolside hammocks under palm trees...

    Sri Lanka Holidays

    Posted on September 16, 2011 | No Comments
    Sri Lanka Holidays For a quarter century, Sri Lanka seems to have been plagued by misfortune, including a brutal civil war between the Sinhalese-dominated government and a separatist Tamil group. But the conflict finally ended last May, ushering in a more peaceful era for this teardrop-shaped island off India’s coast, rich in natural beauty and cultural splendors. The island, with a population of just 20 million, feels like one big tropical zoo: elephants roam freely, water buffaloes idle in paddy fields and monkeys swing from trees. And then there’s the pristine coastline. The miles of sugary white sand flanked by bamboo groves that were off-limits to most visitors until recently are a happy, if unintended byproduct of the war. Among the most scenic, if difficult stretches to reach, is Nilaveli Beach in the Tamil north. While a few military checkpoints remain, vacationers can lounge on poolside hammocks under palm trees...

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  • Volcanic activity, both terrestrial and sub-oceanic breathe the life out of this archipelagic country comprising of 83 islands, spanning the whole of 1,300 km from your two outermost islands, north to south. Those 83 may soon be joined by other islands yet-to-sprout looking at the constant volcanic upheavals. Indeed, earthquakes and an occasional spewing of scalding ash and lava from the main island active volcano, Lopevi have been section of the inhabitants daily staple. But they are undeterred, being solid in their faith in God for the Christian faith among the inhabitants is strong. They are likewise guided by a set of mores called “kastom” – a group of traditional conventional and customary beliefs associated with the most part of their daily life. There are several resorts located on the various islands of Vanuatu. Most favorite among them is Le Lagon, that has been operating for the last 30 years....

    Famous Sites in Vanuatu

    Posted on September 12, 2011 | No Comments
    Volcanic activity, both terrestrial and sub-oceanic breathe the life out of this archipelagic country comprising of 83 islands, spanning the whole of 1,300 km from your two outermost islands, north to south. Those 83 may soon be joined by other islands yet-to-sprout looking at the constant volcanic upheavals. Indeed, earthquakes and an occasional spewing of scalding ash and lava from the main island active volcano, Lopevi have been section of the inhabitants daily staple. But they are undeterred, being solid in their faith in God for the Christian faith among the inhabitants is strong. They are likewise guided by a set of mores called “kastom” – a group of traditional conventional and customary beliefs associated with the most part of their daily life. There are several resorts located on the various islands of Vanuatu. Most favorite among them is Le Lagon, that has been operating for the last 30 years....

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  • Inle Lake, considered as the second largest lake in Myanmar is located in Sand Hills. Although this freshwater lake is not so large (only 116 km2), there are a number of endemic species that only can be found here –  about nine species of fish and more than twenty species of nails. The best time to visit Inle Lake is between September and October. In this period of time, you can watch several annual festival like Hpaung Daw U festival and Thadingyut lights festival. In Hpaung Daw U festival, u can see the famous traditional boat racing with dozens of  leg-rowers in each boat wearing Shan dress. Several attractions you can do in Inle Lake are such as, boat trip, bike riding and hiking. Boat trip is a must do, although bike riding around the village is also fun activity. A tip for you before taking the boat trip is try to...

    Introducing Inle Lake

    Posted on September 7, 2011 | No Comments
    Inle Lake, considered as the second largest lake in Myanmar is located in Sand Hills. Although this freshwater lake is not so large (only 116 km2), there are a number of endemic species that only can be found here –  about nine species of fish and more than twenty species of nails. The best time to visit Inle Lake is between September and October. In this period of time, you can watch several annual festival like Hpaung Daw U festival and Thadingyut lights festival. In Hpaung Daw U festival, u can see the famous traditional boat racing with dozens of  leg-rowers in each boat wearing Shan dress. Several attractions you can do in Inle Lake are such as, boat trip, bike riding and hiking. Boat trip is a must do, although bike riding around the village is also fun activity. A tip for you before taking the boat trip is try to...

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  • When you’re visiting a city for the first time, are you armed with a list of attractions and a map to find your way, or do you go one step further to plot a customised sightseeing itinerary of the city you’re visiting? Your Tour is the best tool for creating multi-day road trip itineraries, and this Belgian-based start-up stands out for its deep coverage of Italy, France, Spain, Andorra and, randomly, Florida. The site recommends hotels via Booking.com and includes airport and rental car information, too, so you can truly hit the ground with a comprehensive itinerary. In a nice touch, it provides estimates of the fuel costs for driving each stretch of distance, in case you want to alter your itinerary to incur less road time. After you plug in your arrival and departure points and your travel dates, the site suggests a “greatest hits” itinerary. You can then...

    YourTour to Plan Your Itinerary Faster

    Posted on August 27, 2011 | No Comments
    When you’re visiting a city for the first time, are you armed with a list of attractions and a map to find your way, or do you go one step further to plot a customised sightseeing itinerary of the city you’re visiting? Your Tour is the best tool for creating multi-day road trip itineraries, and this Belgian-based start-up stands out for its deep coverage of Italy, France, Spain, Andorra and, randomly, Florida. The site recommends hotels via Booking.com and includes airport and rental car information, too, so you can truly hit the ground with a comprehensive itinerary. In a nice touch, it provides estimates of the fuel costs for driving each stretch of distance, in case you want to alter your itinerary to incur less road time. After you plug in your arrival and departure points and your travel dates, the site suggests a “greatest hits” itinerary. You can then...

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  • Explore Paradise Philippines. Take a peek at Filipino’s culture and history as mirrored in century-old churches, ancient forts and modern museums. Paradise Philippines have the top of nature’s paradise pictured thru white-sand beaches and three-layered virgin forests. Paradise Philippines is blessed with an extensive coastline, ringed with unspoiled beaches and first-class resort facilities. Paradise Philippines’ deep-blue, crystal-clear waters offers about 40,000 square kilometers of coastal reefs teeming with a variety of marine life. Top Philippine Destination and Paradise Spots Paradise Philippines is endowed amid a tropical climate offering perfect paradise treat to enjoy the sunlight. Lying in Southeast Asia and surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, the Paradise Philippines boasts of unsullied beaches, spectacular sunsets, luxuriant pastoral lands, cool mountain weather, brilliant man-made paradise resorts, and dazzling 7,000+ islands. Paradise Philippines boasts of one or two of the best beaches and scuba diving waters in the world. Witness the vast expanse...

    Top Philippine Destination and Paradise Spots

    Posted on August 22, 2011 | No Comments
    Explore Paradise Philippines. Take a peek at Filipino’s culture and history as mirrored in century-old churches, ancient forts and modern museums. Paradise Philippines have the top of nature’s paradise pictured thru white-sand beaches and three-layered virgin forests. Paradise Philippines is blessed with an extensive coastline, ringed with unspoiled beaches and first-class resort facilities. Paradise Philippines’ deep-blue, crystal-clear waters offers about 40,000 square kilometers of coastal reefs teeming with a variety of marine life. Top Philippine Destination and Paradise Spots Paradise Philippines is endowed amid a tropical climate offering perfect paradise treat to enjoy the sunlight. Lying in Southeast Asia and surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, the Paradise Philippines boasts of unsullied beaches, spectacular sunsets, luxuriant pastoral lands, cool mountain weather, brilliant man-made paradise resorts, and dazzling 7,000+ islands. Paradise Philippines boasts of one or two of the best beaches and scuba diving waters in the world. Witness the vast expanse...

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