Archive for June, 2010

Find Inexpensive Souvenirs? Come to Bangkok

June 30th, 2010

4aBUY souvenirs abroad not an easy matter. However, it will not happen in Bangkok, Thailand. The town has many markets that sell many goods at cheap prices. Just like an unwritten rule, bringing souvenirs seemed to obligatory for those who are on vacation, especially if they are on holiday abroad.

A souvenir is a sign of sharing joy for having had the opportunity of having vacation abroad. However, to buy souvenirs sometimes can be confusing as well. A lot of people off buying souvenirs because of difficulty in obtaining low-cost market information in the middle of the country they visit.

Worse yet, people often do not buy souvenirs due to lack of budget. Not because of money carried is limited, but because of the expensive items sold in. Well, in Bangkok trouble finding souvenirs you may not encounter since the city that is called Venice of the East has a lot of low-cost market.

Khaosan Road

Not only cheap, the market there is easy to find because it stood in every corner of the city. Interestingly again, each market has its own characteristic. Take the example of it Khaosan Road. The place is always visited by foreign tourists because it has many inns and sales of tour packages that are very cheap. As it is often visited by tourists, the situation was eventually exploited local people to sell souvenirs, food, and typical Thai T-shirts.

Langsuam Road

The Suan Lum Night Bazaar is located in Langsuam Road. This low-cost market is very famous for tourists. Suan Lum Night Bazaar is a market that is cast in a one-stop entertainment. In addition to souvenirs filled with traders, this market is also building a hawker centers and restaurants premium. In the central area of snacks, Suan Lum Night Bazaar also has an open stage filled with various kinds of music. The three-stages present local music, top 40, and a rock.

Night Bazaar

This area was famous for Bangkok legal prostitution business. However, the business of prostitution in Patpong in fact is a stimulant for the growth of a variety of other businesses. Both are directly linked with prostitution, such as hotels, bars and pubs, sex shops, and other business sectors which have no direct connection. Beyond the matter of prostitution, which may be of interest examined are night markets that take advantage of the hubbub on the sidewalk along the road Patpong.

China is Predicted as the World Tourism Destination

June 29th, 2010

photo_lg_chinaChina is predicted that the country would shift the first rank in France as a tourist destination the world rankings in 2014.

From only 300 000 in 1978, the number of foreign tourists (tourists) to China increased to 22 million in 2006, not including foreign tourists visiting Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, according to China National Tourism Agency (CNTA).

“China has now become the main attraction for tourists worldwide,” said Vice President of CNTA, Wang Zhifa, in the forum of the tourism industry in China recently.

When foreign tourists who visit France are declining, China enjoyed double-digit increase in over the years, with the largest increase in the last five years.

Thus, China is expected to shift the French as the number one tourist destination in 2014, or six years faster than originally forecast by 2020, according to the World Tourism Organization (WTO).

WTO Representative for Asia Pacific, Xu Jing, said China is estimated to be past the third ranked tourist destinations of the world, the U.S., this year, and then through the second ranked Spain at the end of this decade.

With the main drivers of next year’s Beijing Olympics and Shanghai World Exposition (SWE) in 2010, China will pass through France in 2014, said Xu. » Read more: China is Predicted as the World Tourism Destination

Snorkeling in Hanauma Bay

June 27th, 2010

hanaumaMany people recognized Hawaii for its beautiful beaches of and also for a place where surfing was born. But Hawaii is also famous for its snorkeling tourist. One of the most popular is the Hanauma Bay.

Snorkeling is an activity that is fun and easy enough for anyone. Unlike diving, snorkeling capital can only swim alone and do not need to dive. Hence snorkeling become the most popular activities in Hanauma Bay. How not, who’s not happy and feel relaxed swim through the clear blue water on the rocks, looking beautiful sea creatures pretty underneath.

Unlike most places snorkeling, Hanauma Bay sea-inhabitants are not afraid to swim with humans. You could actually swim close to the turtle, 450 more kinds of tropical marine fish, sea eel, octopus, and sea crabs.

In addition, you can also see the mascot of Hawaii (the state fish of Hawaii), namely Humuhumunukunukuapuaa milletseed or butterfly fish, trumpet fish, angel fish, yellow fin fish sharp (yellow Tangs), and much more. But for the sake of safety and comfort of the swimmers as well as maintaining the survival of sea creatures, you are forbidden to touch and feed, just look at it. To take a picture’s okay, even encouraged.

You are also forbidden to interfere in any way, such as swimming with the aggressive and chase the fish or other species. You also ought not to be close to the fish and the residents of Hanauma bay if they’re with their kids or babies.

It really had nothing to lose for snorkeling in this Hanauma Bay. Throughout could swim, you do not need to take a course before the visit Hanauma Bay Snorkeling, are only required to view video safety course. Only two tools you need while snorkeling; google mask and fins. And for more safety information, call your friends for snorkeling together.

Hong Kong More Than a Shopping Town

June 25th, 2010
The sun has long moved to dusk, but the city seemed never to sleep. Crowd in Tsim Sha Tsui immediately visible on the boards of the big names that graced every neon-lit building the streets in this area is not too wide and each side is equipped with a lane for pedestrians.

No wonder the Tsim Sha Tsui is called the heart of Hong Kong, This very strategic area for travelers, because you can find almost everything here. If thirsty or want to buy snacks, stay stopped at a mini market so easily found in every street! Famous boutiques such as Esprit, Chanel, Prada, Dior to Vivienne Westwood are just a few of the rows of brands other world. Renowned boutiques found other more down to Park Lane Shopping Boulevard on Nathan Road. During this down the road, see the pedestrians who look stylish and passing, became an interesting sight.

Not far to walk, at the end of Kimberley Road, I found Knutsford Terrace and Knutsford Steps are a gathering place for Hong Kong citizens and the expatriates in the evening. The corridor is located partially hidden contains cafes serving a variety of world cuisines, from Indian cuisine, France, Italy, until the Russian cuisine. The cafes and bars here open until three o’clock in the morning, although the tunnel is somewhat narrow but visitors are not Bothered and even more tonight even just getting crowded. » Read more: Hong Kong More Than a Shopping Town

The Rain Season is not Obstacle for Holidays

June 24th, 2010
The rain may impair quality vacation time with family. But, if we prepare the rainy season is not so obstacles to spend the holidays. Whatever you have in mind when vacations in the rainy season? The following short guide.

1. Know your destination area. Conditions in the rainy season in the goal area may be different from each other. There are certain areas which the high rainfall, while other areas are not. In mountainous areas the rainfall is usually high. It is not possible water flushed from the endless sky.

2. Make a list of activities that make you comfortable. For some people in the room vacation more enjoyable, because it does not rain. Meanwhile, for some other outdoor activities as it felt to rain more exciting.

3. Prepare physical condition. In the rainy season bacteria, viruses, bacteria, and fungi flourish. The disease is easy to attack, especially those who are weak physical condition. Good stamina would make a stronger body to attack disease. Good also if you do certain vaccinations such as malarai virus, dengue fever, or flu. Vaccination typically performed 1 week or 3 days before leaving for vacation.

4. Do not forget to take medication. Soft drugs will be helpful in certain conditions. Drugs commonly used must be taken is to migraine headaches, colds, and diarrhea. In addition, your medicine box complete with completion first aid such as antiseptic, alcohol, cotton, balm, ointment, and others.

5. Don’t ever forget with clothing. Bring some warm clothes, sweaters, or jackets. Make sure all umbrella or raincoat already in the bag. No less important is the protective bag (rain cover). Do not let the important things in the bag was wet and damaged, do not forget socks. Small items that one is very helpful to keep warm in cold regions.

6. Go take a shower after the rains despite the cold temperatures. Rinse the body from head to toe. Bath will refresh our bodies. If you can’t stand the cold water use warm water.