Monthly Archives: February 2012

Feb 17

Seven international cruises to dock in central Vietnam

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The Saigon Travel Service Company (Saigontourist) will welcome seven cruise ships from the high-end Star Cruises firm to Chan May Port in Thua Thien Hue and Tien Sa Port in Danang from February 14 to March 5.

This information was recently announced by a Saigontourist representative. The seven cruise ship dockings will bring a total of 15,000 tourists and crew to the two central coastal ports.

Under the plan, after docking at Chan May Port, the tourists will go on guided visits to Hue Royal Palace and Thien Mu Pagoda, take a cyclo tour, then have dinner and enjoy Hue Royal Court Music on boats on the Huong River. Moreover, tourists will have the chance to visit Danang City, Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village, My Khe Beach and Linh Ung Pagoda.

For ships docking at Tien Sa Port, Saigontourist will bring the passengers to visit the Cham Museum, shop at Han Market, contemplate the beauty of Hoi An Ancient Town and relax at Danang Golf Course.

In 2011, Saigontourist received and provided services for more than 115,000 maritime tourists.

(Source: CPV)

Feb 05

See The Best Of Australia

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Australia is one of the most popular tourist destinations for so many reasons. The golden beaches, turquoise waters, awesome surfing and excellent dining are just a few of them. Here are some things you don’t want to miss on your next holiday.

The Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne are definitely worth a visit. Stroll around the tranquil gardens and ponds for a relaxing outing. There are activities for children, plenty of places for a picnic, and picturesque settings where you can just unwind and read a book.

Kangaroo Island in Kingscote is an adventure the whole family will love. Head out on a four-wheel drive guided tour around the island and see wallabies, koalas, fur seals, platypus, bandicoots, and of course, kangaroos. There are over 260 species of birds making their home here, and in the winter time you can even witness the whales that pass through the area. Enjoy food, wine and all the wildlife you could imagine on this exciting tour.

Beach lovers must head to the Gold Coast for the most excellent beach experience. Whether you are searching for the perfect waves to surf, the best reefs to snorkel through, or just want to sunbathe and sink your toes into the sand, the perfect beach is waiting for you. The Gold Coast also has many attractions such as theme parks, water park fun, illusion arcades, museums and so much more.

For a real taste of Australia, venture out on an outback tour. See the heart of the land, meet the friendly locals, see fantastic gorges, waterways, and spectacular waterfalls. An outback adventure is an experience you don’t want to miss out on. Planning a walkabout is also a great way to see Australia and all it has to offer.

The Great Barrier Reef is actually 2,500 different reefs where you can dive and enjoy the marine life that lives among them. The Ningaloo Reef is also an awesome diving spot, and it is here that you can dive with whale sharks, manta rays, and over 500 species of colorful tropical fish. The crystal clear waters only add to your excellent experience.

The Savannahlander train journey will show you the outback from a whole different perspective. Journey through the Kuranda range, stop at Barron Falls and Stoney Creek, and see Kuranda’s rainforest. It is definitely an unforgettable experience.

If you are tired of the daily driving you have to do, car hire Gold Coast can make your trip hassle free and relaxing. Let the experts do all the driving while you sit back and enjoy your holiday. You can find transportation from your hotel or airport, and get to all the attractions to wish to see in Australia.

Feb 01

Traveling to America

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America is a multicultural country, is home to many diverse ethnic groups, traditions, and values. Speaking of the general culture of the majority of Americans are meant to “American mass culture.” It’s a culture is largely fed from the traditions of the immigrants from Western Europe, starting with the Dutch settlers and the British first. German, Irish and Scottish culture is also influential. Some traditions of Native Americans and many cultural characteristics of West African slaves were absorbed into the mass of Americans.

America is a tourist paradise of the world, is a favorite destination for many women because this place has a busy shopping center and meeting all tastes of consumers.

Traveling to America you can not ignore New York City – the most populous city in the United States and is the center of the New York metropolitan area, one of the most populous metropolitan areas in the world. As a pioneering global city, New York has a strong influence on trade, finance, culture, fashion and world entertainment. Being a place for the United Nations headquarters, it is also an important center of international issues.

Coming to this city you should be well-prepared . As it is a densely populated and expensive city so finding a cheap room in New York is not so easy. Once you have accommodation then you should find out if the sights are nearby or not and you should choose a convenient means of transport to visit the city.

Feb 01

Ho Chi Minh City in the top 10 of street food destinations

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Ho Chi Minh City has been listed in the top 10 of world’s best street food destinations.

The list was created by Food and Wine magazine, a monthly publication of American Express Publishing.

Ho Chi Minh City’s most famous street foods include “pho” (rice noodles), “banh my kep pate” (sandwich with pate), and “banh xeo” (literary sizzling cake or fried pancakes made of rice flour, turmeric powder, and slivers of fatty pork, shrimp).

According to Food and Wine, street food has played an important role in the gastronomy of the world. The magazine sent readers to Ho Chi Minh City’s Ben Thanh market where food-lovers can discover the beauty of Vietnamese cuisine and enjoy delicious dishes. It also suggested other destinations where tourists could enjoy street food, such as Bangkok (Thailand), Penang (Malaysia), Berlin (Germany), Austin (Texas, United States).

Food & Wine was founded in 1978 by Ariane and Michael Batterberry, American food writers. It features recipes, cooking tips, travel information, restaurant reviews, chefs, wine pairings and seasonal/holiday content.