TRAVEL DESTINATIONS !
Tuesday 25 October 2011
Sunday 9 October 2011
Rotorua New Zealand
Rotorua is a place to experience a landscape that has been formed and manipulated by the gruelling forces of New Zealands nature. It is on top of a Volcanic Plateau and has a lot of geothermal activity which is spectecular to see. There are many things to see like hots springs, boiling mud pools and skyrocketing geysers shows you that it is located on the Pacific Rim of Fire.
Ancestors
This place is the home of the Te Arawa people who settled about 600 years ago. You can experience their culture while visiting as there are many monuments and an authentic pre-European Maori village where you can also experience one of the best thermal spas in the world. You can also have a traditional Maori feast (Hangi Feast) which is cooked in the steaming ground.
This place is the home of the Te Arawa people who settled about 600 years ago. You can experience their culture while visiting as there are many monuments and an authentic pre-European Maori village where you can also experience one of the best thermal spas in the world. You can also have a traditional Maori feast (Hangi Feast) which is cooked in the steaming ground.
For the adventure junkies
If adventure is something that determines the best parts of your holiday, then Rotorua is just the place to visit. You can experience adrenaline rushes all over the place! You can go skydiving, luging to zorbing and also go bike riding on one of New Zealand's best circuits. Rotorua is also a great fishing spot where you can fish on the lakes and tributary rivers.
If adventure is something that determines the best parts of your holiday, then Rotorua is just the place to visit. You can experience adrenaline rushes all over the place! You can go skydiving, luging to zorbing and also go bike riding on one of New Zealand's best circuits. Rotorua is also a great fishing spot where you can fish on the lakes and tributary rivers.
This is a great place for whitewater fans to satisfy their adrenaline needs. This place has one of the best whitewater experiences anywhere in the world and you will see it yourself when you plunge down the 7meter falls into the white foams and snake through the bush canyons.
Image references
http://www.exploring.co.nz/static/images/0/20-rotorua-geysers.JPG
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3626/3314429907_e5a3185101.jpg
http://www.truenz.co.nz/kayaking/listings/rotorua.html
http://www.worldtoptop.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/zorbing_rotorua.jpg
http://www.worldtoptop.com/rotorua-top-places-new-zealand/
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5019/5455206480_5f3c34560a.jpg
By: Shivneet
Saturday 8 October 2011
One of the beautiful city in Indonesia - Bandung
Now I would like to introduce one of the beautiful city in Indonesia none other than my hometown, Bandung City. Bandung is the second largest metropolitan city after Jakarta and it is the capital of West Java province. Bandung is also the fourth largest city in Indonesia after Jakarta, Surabaya and Medan. Bandung is located in highland, so that there are many mountains, lakes and volcanoes surrounding the city.
Kawah Putih
Kawah Putih is a lake which located at the south of Bandung, West Java. Kawah Putih is a beautiful place where it is one of the beauties of nature. Therefore, many people are going to Kawah Putih for only enjoying the view or keep it for a memorable by taking many pictures around the spot.
Factory Outlet
Bandung has many factory outlets around the city and many people from different city are coming to Bandung for visiting the factory outlets. The factory outlet is located in Cihampelas Street, Riau Street and Setiabudhi Street. These places attract tourists to buy fashion wears as they are cheaper than branded items.
Bandung Supermal, Cihampelas Walk and Paris Van Java are famous shopping center in Bandung. Yet, these shopping center has its own appealing places compare to other shopping center.
Bandung Supermal is the largest shopping center in Bandung with an area of 12 hectares . It focuses more on expensive branded items (i.e. Salvatore Ferragamo) and it has a 4 hectares outdoor theme park, Trans Studio Bandung.
Cihampelas Walk is a shopping center that located in Cihampelas Street. Although it sells fashion items, but it focuses more on culinary. It has many restaurant with different kind of foods such as Korean food, Japanese food, Indonesian food, Western food and many other kind of foods.
Paris Van Java is located in Sukajadi Street and now it is the most visited shopping center in Bandung as it has many fashion stores selling branded items (i.e. Zara, Guess, Esprit) and it also has many famous restaurants (i.e. Din Dai Fung). Overall, it has everything compare to the other two which one focus more on fashion and the other one on restaurants.
References List:
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- http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/79/Kawah_Putih_02.jpg/800px-Kawah_Putih_02.jpg
- http://www.itravelnet.com/photos/as/indonesia/bandung/jalan-cihampelas-jeans-street.jpg
- http://cookingwithoutborders.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/parijsvanjavabybaltyra.jpg
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By: Stella Hartanto
Friday 7 October 2011
Romantic city in china--hangzhou
Hangzhou is the capital of Zhejiang province and its political, economic and cultural center. With enchanting natural beauty and abundant cultural heritages.The City, the southern terminus of the Grand Canal, is located on the lower reaches of the Qiantang River in southeast China, it has a subtropical monsoon type climate with four quite distinct seasons. However, it is neither too hot in summer nor too cold in winter making it a year round destination.
The Mausoleum of General Yue Fei has been demolished and renovated several times. The existing one was rebuilt in 1715 in the Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911) and comprehensively repaired in 1979. The Mausoleum of General Yue Fei is located at the southern foot of Qixia Hill near the West Lake. Entering the gate with double eaves, a patio with towering trees on both sides is found. The Shrine of Remembrance, the main hall, is right in the center.A sculpture of general Yue is set in the middle of the hall.
Metal sculptures of sinners who killed Yue Fei
The West Lake is undoubtedly the most renowned feature of Hangzhou, noted for the scenic beauty that blends naturally with many famous historical and cultural sites.
Metal sculptures of sinners who killed Yue Fei
The Six Harmonies Pagoda is located on Yuelun Hill overlooking the Qiantang River and south of West Lake and is one of the true masterpieces of ancient Chinese architectures. Originally the pagoda was built during the Northern Song Dynasty (386-581) by the ruler of the Wuyue State, a part of which became Zhejiang Province. The name 'Liuhe' comes from the six Buddhist ordinances and it is said that the reason for building this pagoda is to calm the tidal waters of the Qiantang River, and as a navigational aid.
You will find Ling Yin Temple in a long, narrow valley between Fei Lai Feng (Peak flown from Afar) and North Peak to the northwest of the West Lake at Hangzhou in Zhejiang Province. The temple is without doubt a premier showpiece in the West Lake environs and is notable also as one of the ten most famous Buddhist temples of China.
The National Tea Museum was opened in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province in 1991. It is located in Longjing(Dragon Well)Village, west of charming West Lake and covers an area of 22,000 square meters (about 5.4 acres) with a 3500 square meter (about 0.9 acres) construction area.
Pictures references
----by chris (ying chen)
Ayers Rock (Uluru)
The centre of Australia, Ayers rock is a symbol of Australia and an important monument to the aborigines.
This is a place everyone should visit if making a trip to Australia.
Ayers Rock Awakening tour
Lets you travel away from the crowds to secluded areas where you can watch the sun rise over Uluru.
The awakeneing is designed to help you discover the natural land and cultural landscapes of the region.
Ayers Rock Helicopters
There are a variety of options you can choose for all budgets, lasting from 15 minutes to 2 hours from a price of $135 to $720. This lets you see the Ayers rock region from air and admire the natural lands and its beauty.
You can fly over the waterhole, surrounding deserts, domed rocks, giant salt lake and land on the highest peak
in the region.
Camel Tours
Another great way of exploring the outback is on camel backs. Provided with an expert guide you get to
explore the outback, while spotting wildlife and rare plants only found in the region. After the tour there is a bbq
with fresh some beverages. The camel back ride last for an hour but is a worthwhile tour.
Picture references:
http://www.ayersrockresort.com.au/images/headers/ayers/desert-awakenings.jpg
http://info.noleavenolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/09-Ayers-Rock-Helicopters.jpg
http://www.goway.com/downunder/australia/nt/nt_img/scenic/camel-riding-near-uluru300x200.jpg
This is a place everyone should visit if making a trip to Australia.
Ayers Rock Awakening tour
Lets you travel away from the crowds to secluded areas where you can watch the sun rise over Uluru.
The awakeneing is designed to help you discover the natural land and cultural landscapes of the region.
Ayers Rock Helicopters
There are a variety of options you can choose for all budgets, lasting from 15 minutes to 2 hours from a price of $135 to $720. This lets you see the Ayers rock region from air and admire the natural lands and its beauty.
You can fly over the waterhole, surrounding deserts, domed rocks, giant salt lake and land on the highest peak
in the region.
Another great way of exploring the outback is on camel backs. Provided with an expert guide you get to
explore the outback, while spotting wildlife and rare plants only found in the region. After the tour there is a bbq
with fresh some beverages. The camel back ride last for an hour but is a worthwhile tour.
Picture references:
http://www.ayersrockresort.com.au/images/headers/ayers/desert-awakenings.jpg
http://info.noleavenolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/09-Ayers-Rock-Helicopters.jpg
http://www.goway.com/downunder/australia/nt/nt_img/scenic/camel-riding-near-uluru300x200.jpg
By: Shivneet
Thursday 6 October 2011
Lord Howe Island
Pro Dive Lord Howe Island
Diving is a great way to explore the most southern coral barrier reef on earth. It contains a wide variety of marine life with many species being found only in certain areas. Pro dive is locally owned and operated so the service provided is of the highest quality as they know the area back to front. The owners are 6th generation islanders making them very experienced at what they do. The dives can be attended to in the summer months between September and June.
Water Based Activities
This magnificent island offers many leisure activites for those who love an active lifestyle. There is kayaking, scuba diving, snorkelling, fishing, reef walking, surfing and swimming.
Kayaking and snorkelling can be done at a beach lagoon which stretches 6km with a variety of marine life right below you. There are also glass bottom boats which allow you to explorer underwater while staying dry.
These activities are accessible year round at most times.
Fishing on Lord Howe Island
This island ia legendary place for fishing because it is surrounded by marine park with no commercial fishing taking place. There are many spots where you could catch kingfish, yellowfin tuna and wahoo along with unique species that only live around the island. The last paradise offers charter boats that go for half day, full day and even private hours. All equipment is provided and with so such a variety of environment, hooking a fish is possible in about any condition.
If food defines your holiday, you might want to get in contact with Greenback, who specialise in fishing, and also cooking the local produce and teaching how to cook the local produce too. The greenback restaurant is also a licensed and has great food which would sum up your stay.
References for images
By: Shivneet
Wednesday 5 October 2011
Fantastic destination-Maldives
Undersea restaurant is a theme activity that customer can appreciate the beautiful scenery from undersea view, it makes you feeling like have meal in the sea. That is fantastic.
Maldives is a travelling country, it is main industrial income are from travelling. The Maldives governmet spend large amount of money to build many facilities such as hotel and restaurant.
Maldives is a famous tourism attraction, it is an excellent place for people to marry. Relatives could enjoy the process of the wedding while appreciate the landscape.
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Amazing Guilin in china
Guilin landscape is best!' Located in the northeast of Guangxi zhuang Autonomous Region in south China, Guilin is considered to be the pearl of China's thriving tourist industry on account of the natural beauty and historic treasures. Covering an area of about 27,800 square kilometers (10,734 square miles), the city is rather compact when compared with other major tourist cities in the country.
The Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo is the centerpiece of any trip to northeastern Guangxi Province. Gorgeous Karst peaks give you surprises at each bend of the limpid river under the blue sky. Water buffalo patrol the fields, peasants reap rice paddies, school kids and fisherman float by on bamboo rafts. With its breathtaking scenery and taste of a life far removed from the concrete metropolis, the scenery along the Li River become one of China's top tourist destinations.
With its location five kilometers northwest of the downtown of Guilin, the Reed Flute Cave is a brilliant cave marked on almost all travel itineraries.Inside this water-eroded cave is a spectacular world of various stalactites, stone pillars and rock formations created by carbonate deposition. Illuminated by colored lighting, the fantastic spectacle is found in many variations along this 240-meter-long cave. Walking through the serried stone pillars, tourists feast their eyes on changing spots, feeling they are in a paradise where the Gods live.
Elephant Trunk Hill is located on the western bank of Li River.The shape of the hill is just like a huge elephant drinking water from the river with its trunk, so it is called Elephant Trunk Hill.
Situated in the northeast of Guilin by the Li River. Diecai Hill is one of the most popular attractions in Guilin, a place known for its amazing scenery and stone carvings. Because of the resemblance of its rock formations, piled up layer upon layer on each other, to folded brocade, it is now also known as Folded Brocade Hill.
http://nonoinguatemala.blogspot.com/2010/08/10-most-romantic-places-in-world.html
Solitary Beauty Peak is located in the ancient Mansion of Prince Jingjiang, in the center of Guilin City, Guangxi Province, with an area of 6,100 square meters (about 1.5 acres). Towering 216 meters (about 709 feet) above the sea level and 66 meters (about 217 feet) above the ground, this peak has been a major scenic site in Guilin since ancient times and is renowned as the'Sky-Supporting Pillar in the South'.
http://www.china-tour.cn/China-Pictures/Reed_Flute_Cave.htm
http://www.willgoto.com/1/143551/liens.aspx
http://www.noholidaynolife.com/2010/12/22/guilin-diecai-hill-folded-brocade-hill/
http://www.chinalandscapes.com/China_guide/chinaguidedetail-145-190.html
---by chris
Travel in Fiji
Travel in Fiji
Fiji's third-largest city Nadi (pronounced nan-di) seems to be in a constant pursuit of identity.Nadi makes no bones about the fact that it's no idyllic snapshot of Fiji, but once you've got your head around this you're likely to enjoy the place more.
Tranquil Malololailai is approximately 20km west of Denarau island and, at 2.4 sq km, the second-largest island of the Mamanuca Group.Apart from the three resorts, there is a marina with bar, grocery and café, a
dive shop, a restaurant near the airstrip.
Kadavu Island is home south of Suva and is another tropical setting for a fabulous vacation in the Fiji Islands. Kadavu Fiji has many high mountains and several steep cliffs making visitors stand in awe at the breath taking view.
Nacula, a hilly volcanic island, is the third-largest in the Yasawas. Blanketed with rugged hills and soft peaks, its interior is laced with well-trodden paths begging for mooching to villages and small coves. There are four villages here, including Nacula, home of Ratu Epeli Vuetibau, the high chief of Nacula Tikina.
Waya is exquisite on the eyes and promises travellers some postcard scenery. It has rugged hills, beautiful beaches and lagoons and a periphery that alternates between long, sandy beaches and rocky headland.
Pictures references
---by chris
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