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| Australia a tourist hot spot | | 2008-07-09 21:27:00 | | AUSTRALIA is the "must-visit" travel destination in the Asia-Pacific according to a new survey commissioned by Visa International.More than 4500 people from nine Asia Pacific countries and territories were asked to name their top five travel destinations in the region.Sixty-three per cent of those surveyed voted Australia as the place they most wanted to visit.Australia was ranked first or second place for all source destinations, confirming its widespread appeal as a travel destination.Visa general manager for Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific Chris Clark said the survey is "good news for Australia's tourism industry.""The diversity of Australia helps to make it a 'must see' holiday destination for our neighbours in Asia," he said."Australia offers a variety of unique experiences for younger and travellers alike."source:http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,23925472-17102,00.html | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Japan's 10 Most Popular Tourist Attractions | | 2008-07-05 14:17:00 | | When foreigners go to Japan, Tokyo tops their list of places to see. Seven of the 10 most-visited destinations in the country are in the capital, according to the Japan National Tourist Organization.This makes it easy for visitors to check the top spots off their must-see lists without leaving Tokyo, a sprawling city encompassing nearly every important aspect of Japanese life (except nature; "man-made" is the buzzword here). To get to the other spots on the top-10 list, a quick shinkansen (bullet train) ride is all that's required, and that's an experience itself, as the trains run at speeds of about 200 miles per hour.Whether you choose to stay inside Tokyo's city limits or leave them, however, the complete tourism experience in Japan involves an equal mix of modern and traditional--easy to accomplish in the city and beyond.In Pictures: Japan's 10 Most Popular Tourist DestinationsWherever you go, you can expect the locals to be friendly due to a government tourism-promotion campaign, | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Morocco - tourist numbers up 11% | | 2008-07-04 20:51:00 | | Some 2.5 million tourists visited Morocco during the first five months of 2008, which represents an 11% increase compared to the same period in 2007, according to the latest figures of the National Tourism Observatory. French tourists topped the list with 927,000, followed by Spaniards (587,000), Britons (141,000), Italians (116,000), Belgians (113,000), Germans (97,000) and the Dutch (75,000). Despite a rise in tourist arrivals, overnight stays in rated hotels fell by 4%, standing at 6.7 million. The drop is ascribed to the uneven performance of the different tourist destinations of the kingdom.One statistic that the figures released do not show is the upsurge in interest in Morocco being shown by Americans. A couple of years ago the figures on The View from Fez revealed a lot of UK visitors. That has now slowed down (possibly because of the damage done by lack of direct flights to Fez) and been replaced by a large upsurge in interest from America. As the chart above shows, 24% o | | By: THE VIEW FROM FEZ | | |
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| Hollywood California - Southern California"s biggest tourist trap | | 2008-07-03 10:28:00 | | You know it's going to crowded, you know the streets are lined with vendors selling maps to the homes of the stars and yet you know you have just got to see it. Visitors come from all over the world to see this place, as you walk along the street you can hear people speaking German, Spanish, French, Brit's with accents and just about any other language. Even though the place is a little seedy in spots it's defiantly worth taking the trip to Hollywood. There are lots of historic buildings including Grauman's Chinese Theatre which seems to be the center of all the tourist activity. Brightly colored tour buses line up in front of the theatre waiting for tourists to board. Darth Vader, Elvis, Pirates and Michael Jackson look-a-likes walk up and down the street trying to get you to take a picture with them for $5 dollars. Musicians play and the tourists keep coming. For a little relief form the crowds on Hollywood Boulevard you can duck into the Hollywood and Highland Mall which is directl | | By: California Destination Guide | | |
| | Top Costa Rica Tourist Attractions | | 2008-06-18 00:00:00 | | The Caribbean island of costa rica is a popular tourist destination. Along with the many resorts, hotels and beaches, tourists have opportunities to enjoy beautiful scenery and exquisite shopping. However there are many natural and manmade costa rica tourist attractions that you should have on your itinerary when you visit this island.
1. Arenal Volcano National [...] | | By: Resources Zone | | |
| | "The Tourist" George Clonney un espía contra una conspiración. | | 2008-06-14 20:00:00 | | El prestigioso actor George Clooney será el encargado de dar vida al protagonista del thriller "The Tourist", la adaptación cinematográfica de la novela escrita por Olen Steinhauer, que será adaptada por el guionista Anthony Peckham ("Ni una palabra").El film gira entorno a un espía que arriesga todo lo que tiene por desmantelar una conspiración que lo acusa de un asesinato que no ha cometido.Articulo de Lago de Barro.
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| Interview For My Mom To Get Tourist VISA | | 2008-06-12 15:02:00 | | What an idle blog I have now. I could not update this blog everyday; it seems I am now in my busiest days. I have so many things to write in here but the time is though. I could not get a time sometimes to write the entry in this blog. Summer is just around, my baby is now bigger, and he wanted to play every time with me and went outside, walking around and sometimes went to the city or with my friends. In the other hand, we were busy arranged the document for embassy Switzerland in Manila past few weeks. At last, last Tuesday the documents was arrived in embassy manila and today this morning my brother called up to the embassy and my mother her interview scheduled will be next week she will going to embassy, to have interview, hope this will be going well. I am so excited to see her and come over here in my second homeland to visit me, my husband of course to my son, her 1st grand child. She is eager to see my son and the family of my husband too. I hope everything will be ok in embas | | By: Amazing life | | |
| | Tourist destinations: Places of paradise and parasites | | 2008-06-10 06:45:00 | | Very big city dweller dreams of going somewhere to forget about traffic jams, hordes of people and buildings of concrete and glass. Top 6 list of most serene places on Earth where people can find peace and calmness.Top 6 places of paradise on Earth1. Island Tristan da CunhaThe world’s remotest island, Tristan da Cunha, is situated in the South Atlantic Ocean, 2,800 kilometers west of the Republic of South Africa. Here you can really stay alone – the only inhabited island is home to 300 people, and there are 400 tourists annually at most. There are no regular flights to this lost world. One can get there only by fishing boats from the Republic of South Africa. Here you will find an unusual volcanic terrain, hospitable islanders and no criminality at all.2. Cotswolds, EnglandThe Cotswolds hills in the county of Gloucestershire are pastoral villages with shell houses, romantic manors mantled with roses and honeysuckle, old churches and pubs. Even Englishmen call it “the most English | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Luxurious tourist coaches for your dream holiday on the Kalka-Shimla section | | 2008-06-01 12:39:00 | | The deluxe Rail Motor Car : The car will remind you of a bus of the Second World War vintage. it takes 4.25 hrs. to reach the destination Shimla from Kalka. It can carry 14 passengers at a time. The roof of the car is covered with transparent fibreglass for a clear view of sky and to feel passengers sitting in the open sky, especially feel the beauty of snowfall and raining but without getting soaked. Digital time-cum-temperature display unit, altimeter and route indication board gives valuable information while traveling.The Shivalik Deluxe Express : The Shivalik Deluxe Express is a connecting rail service to Howrah-Kalka Mail for Shimla. The Shivalik Deluxe Express was commenced on the lines of the Shatabdi Express. With bay glass, wall-to-wall carpeting and with reversible cushioned chairs the express toy train can accommodates 120 passengers at a time, and reach its destination in 4.45 hrs. Sitting on reversible cushioned chair a passenger can enjoy the picturesque majestic vie | | By: Travelling from Manali to Rohtangpass by sitting | | |
| | Within Shimla city - Tourist interests | | 2008-05-18 14:08:00 | | On 5th July , I reached Shimla in the evening. Shimla is the queen of all hill stations. Shimla is a ideal place for those who are searching tranquility. It is situated in the northwest side of Himalayas, is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh. Shimla was declared the summer capital of India in 1864. After India’s independence. At present, Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh and now become a favorite place for shooting romantic scene in movies In Shimla railway holiday home/rest houses of northern railway /railway board are available near Shimla railway station. I had booked a room of subordinate rest house from IOW office and stayed there. But condition and maintenance was very poor. Actually I had a mind to stay in Shimla Kalibari rest house. So, keeping my luggage I went out towards Shimla Kalibari . Reaching there on foot, had darshan Kali mataji and went to temple office where I was informed that rooms and beds were available. I came out a | | By: Travelling from Manali to Rohtangpass by sitting | | |
| | Five Bomb Explosions Hit Jaipur; Popular Tourist Destination In Western India | | 2008-05-13 10:47:16 | | Five Bomb Explosions Hit Jaipur; Popular Tourist Destination In Western India
Five major blasts rocked the pink city of ‘Jaipur’ on Tuesday (May 13) at 7.35 pm. The serial blasts occured in Tripolia, Manek Chowk and Chandpol Gate, while the fourth blast occured at Lakshmi Mishthan Bhandar in old Jaipur. Though the cause of the [...] | | By: Love stories | | |
| | Sliema - Tourist Attraction in Malta | | 2008-05-05 06:37:00 | | Shops, Bars, Hotels, beautiful beaches and belvedere are amongst the few of the tourist attraction. Sliema is beautiful all year round, but especially in summer.If you are a hardcore tourist looking to live in the centre of things happening in the island, we suggest you book a hotel in Sliema. Most hotels (even budget hotels) are just a two minute walk from the sea and the main shops and bars in Sliema.As with many other major cities and villages in Malta the festa is one major yearly event. The feast of Sliema is held in honor of Our Lady Stella Maris (the festa is held in August) and another in of the Sacre Cour in July. Whilst to a lesser extent other feasts are Our lady of mount carmel in July and St. Gregory in September, all these feasts make for a great tourist attraction in whilst visiting Sliema and highlight different areas of this lovely city. We strongly recommend that if possible you book your vacation around these months and try to make it a point to get a glimpse of thes | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | UK - A Great Tourist Destination | | 2008-05-05 06:15:00 | | United Kingdom can be a best destination option for the vacation to any age group of people. This beautiful country has a constitutional monarchy comprising of four constituent countries. These countries are England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and collectively called United Kingdom.London city is one of the major tourist attractions of the world and is a highest visited place in UK by tourist. In London (England) many famous tourist places like Alton Tower and Buckingham Palace are welcoming to the London visitors. Wales is another beautiful tourist destination in UK and traveling in Scotland is a wonderful experience to the tourist, because of its natural beauty and traditional approach. The large cities of UK like London, Edinburgh and Glasgow are famous for their cuisine, pubs, and traditional approach.In all major cities of United Kingdom you can choose your accommodation according to your choice. These choice hotels are available in every city of the United Kingdom, wit | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Belgium Tourist Spots | | 2008-05-02 11:10:00 | | Royal Palace, Brussels
Cthedral, Brusells Manneken Pis, Brussels
Arc of Triumph, Brussels
Atomic Model, Brussels
City Center, Brussels Grand Place, Brussels
City Hall, AntwerpGrote Markt, Antwerp
Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedral, Antwrep
Het Steen, Antwerp Grote Markt, Antwerp | | By: Travel Blog | | |
| | Many Tourist Attractions at Merdeka Square, KL | | 2008-04-30 12:30:16 | | In the past, before the Malaysian independence in 1957, Merdeka Square was used as a cricket ground for the British administrators to play on & it included an exclusive British citizen (Whites only) only club house which still stands today & can be seen in the picture. Of course, now, the clubhouse is open to [...] | | By: voyage echoes in the wind | | |
| | Audi TT-S to be official car of the Tourist Trophy races | | 2008-04-26 19:24:00 | | The Isle of Man credits itself as hosting the world's oldest races, the Tourist Trophy (TT). The 32-mile long island, located in the Irish Sea (it's the body of water between the United Kingdom and Ireland), held the first motorcycle and car races back in 1905. Now, for the first time in more than a century, a car sharing the same name as the event has been named the "Official Car" of the event. You guessed it, event organizers have chosen the Audi TT as the "Official Car." It's not just any TT that gets the honor -- it's the hot new 265-hp Audi TT-S. Audi will be supplying eight cars for the event at the end of May. Driven by race officials (yes, at non-race speeds), they will help with the course inspection and other logistics during the week-long event. Oh, we should add, it is a motorcycle race. Doh![Source: Audi] | | By: Car News | | |
| | Special tourist attraction in northern border province | | 2008-04-25 23:34:00 | | Tan Thanh Cultural Festival has been a highly celebrated event by people in the northern border Lang Son province for many years.
Pilgrims rush to Lang Son in April to enjoy lyrical melodies of the Tay and Nung ethnic groups, to take part in folk games and eat a local specialty dish sheetmelling roast pig.
This year’s festival will be held on April 26 and 27 under the banner “Tan Thanh border | | By: Vietnam Business Finance News | | |
| | Hyderabad Tourist Attractions | | 2008-04-09 00:17:26 | | Source: http://www.indiana.edu
Hyderabad, also called the “City of Nizams” has imbued itself to keep its cultural roots intact inspite of all the modernity that prevails today in this city. The language, the architecture, the way people live; every thing will remind you of the strong cultural background of the city and why it is called the [...] | | By: India Travel Blog | | |
| | Indonesia tourist arrivals rise 16 pct in February | | 2008-04-08 18:30:00 | | Reuters) - The number of foreign tourists in Indonesia rose nearly 16 percent in February from a year ago, helped by a surge in visitors to the resort island of Bali, government data showed on Tuesday.The predominantly Hindu island of Bali, which accounted for about 40 percent of total foreign arrivals, has seen tourist numbers rebound after a slow recovery from the impact of suicide bomb attacks by Islamic militants in 2002 and 2005.The number of foreign tourists in Indonesia was 446,425 in February, up from 385,400 a year ago. Tourist arrivals in Bali rose 29.59 percent to 197,700 in February from a year ago."It's a positive start compared to last year when the industry, as in 2005-2006, was still affected by low arrivals caused by the Bali bombing," said Yessy Hidajat, a communication manager at Alila Hotels and Resort Bali.
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| | Bangalore Tourist Attractions | | 2008-04-08 00:36:10 | | The name ‘Garden City’ is apt for Bangalore as wherever you go, you can find a number of parks and gardens, adding freshness to the other Bangalore tourist attractions. The most famous among them is ‘Lal Bagh’, a glass house that won fame for its flower shows. It is also a heritage monument.
Though Bangalore is [...] | | By: India Travel Blog | | |
| | Iran Cultural Tourist Attractions | | 2008-04-03 21:36:00 | | Iran is a country with enormous cultural and historical attractions which draw in landmark number of tourists in different seasons of the year, especially in spring and at time of Noruz, marking start of the New Year.The attractions and beautifies of the country are scattered in different parts and cities of it.The most attractive tourist cities of the country are as follows:ABYANEHBeing a village of great antiquity, Abyaneh is like a living architectural and anthropological museum.It affords an impressive exponent of adaptation of man with his environment.It is located on the northwestern slope of Karkas Mountains, 20 kms away form Natanz.Considering the evidence found in Abyaneh, it dates back to antiquity, but its golden age was during the Safavid period.The village is expanded along the river, and its configuration indicates that the past people showed much consideration for security.The language spoken by the people in Abyaneh is similar to the Parthian language.Among the attracti | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Popular Tourist spots in France | | 2008-04-02 04:23:00 | | Paris is a very vast and busy city. There are lots of attractions here. Thousand of tourists come this city to see its charming streets, avenues and squares. Many others to visit its museums. Others come to taste its famous cuisine. We travelled Paris in last November and spent only 3 days there. But I think to see all the spectacular sites this time isn't enough. It's better keep atleast 5 days | | By: Travel Blog | | |
| | Goa still top tourist destination | | 2008-03-31 21:48:00 | | The beach paradise of Goa is the top tourist destination for Summer of 2008, despite the recent Scarlet Keeling controversy. Besides the regularly visited locales such as Ooty, Mahabaleshwar, Shimla and Manali the list of top 10 domestic tourist destinations this summer include Auli and Matheran. Munnar (in Kerala) is the destination that the high-end holiday makers are eyeing.On the other hand, tourists headed to foreign shores are exploring Singapore, Malaysia, South Africa, Mediterranean cruises and East Europe, according to travel search company, Holiday IQ’s ‘Holiday Intelligence Forecast’.Though there is still time for families to head to their holiday destination, the verdict is out. Hill Stations, which appeal to families and not just backpackers, are the flavour of the season, Goa being the only exception.“Munnar is registering fastest growth among the top 10 summer destinations. Though for North Indians a trip to the city can be more or equally as expensive when compa | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Houseboat in Hoode Backwaters to make Udupi a new tourist destination | | 2008-03-29 06:28:00 | | For the first time in the history of Karnataka the introduction of the Boat House Cruise by the well known Paradise Isle Resorts of Malpe will help in putting the Kemmannu Hoode of the Udupi region onto the world map as one of the best chosen holiday destination.The survey of River Swarna revealed that the best high tide cruise can take the tourists cruising along and enjoying the beauty of the surrounding Kemmannu backwaters with a breathtaking view of the green gardens, the tall and majestic palms swaying with the breeze and nature's wonders like migratory birds on the sand reefs and the shellfish habitats in the shallow waters near Thimman Kudru.The arrival and introduction of the new Boat Houses in Kemmannu back waters of River Swarna is a new and a rare viewing experience for the onlookers and the hundreds of local people living on this beautiful ridge of land between the sea and river at Bengre Kemmannu.This place is astounding and distinctive as it is surrounded by the natural b | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Tourist Guides and Banca Operators get Training from DOT | | 2008-03-27 21:23:46 | | DOT to train tourist guides and banca operators
Tuguegarao City (March 27) — The Department of Tourism regional office 02 will conduct development plans in ecotourism areas all over Cagayan Valley this summer.
Regional Director Blessida G. Diwa recommended that series of activities and events will be implemented in ecotourism areas also to include training for [...] | | By: Blogalicious: a philippine photo odyssey | | |
| | BridgeClimb named top tourist attraction | | 2008-03-27 12:48:00 | | Tourism Australia managing director Geoff Buckley said the awards, handed out in Canberra tonight, recognised the standards of excellence achieved by tourism businesses across Australia."Australia has some of the world's best tourism experiences and through Tourism Australia's activities in 23 markets across the globe, including Australia, we aim to take this message to the world," Mr Buckley said."In promoting our country we are selling dreams about what an Australian holiday can offer, but the challenge is to make sure that we live up to the dreams and expectations of our international and domestic customers."In the tourist attraction category, Clipsal 500's Adelaide Racetrack event was the winner.Montague Island Tours, which offers coastal and historical tours to the southern NSW island won the ecotourism award.Mr Buckley said Australia received a record 5.6 million visitors in 2007, two per cent more than the previous year."Australia had its best ever year on record for internation | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Czech Republic Tourist Destination Options | | 2008-03-24 07:39:05 | |
The Czech Republic at the given moment is one of the most attractive tourist countries for a number of reasons: the remarkable variety of tourist objects & low cost of a stay in the country, relatively near geographical arrangements, the absence of lingual barrier for Russians, the mild climate & a sufficient level of service. [...] | | By: voyage echoes in the wind | | |
| | Thursday, March 20th, 2008: Desperately seeking John Aherne: Irish tourist missing in Stockholm | | 2008-03-20 09:56:00 | | What I think: OK, I know I haven't blogged for a long while, and I will get around to doing a "normal" post at sometime in the near future (I promise), but I want to take this opportunity to spread the word about an Irish tourist who went missing in Stockholm last Saturday night. John Aherne was over from Ireland, visiting his friend Karl. During an evening out together with a group of friends, John decided to leave the group and head back to Karl's (Karl had given him some spare keys). He stopped for a nightcap at the restaurant on the ground floor of Karl's flat. While he was there, he just popped out for a smoke - leaving his coat and mobile at the bar - and has not been seen since. This was in the southern part of the city, on Katarina Bangata.I "know" Karl through the discussion forum on thelocal.se (Sweden's news in English). See the links below for more information, and if you know people living in that area, please pass this on.The Local's discussion forum:http://www.theloc | | By: Mark Base - Helsingblog | | |
| | Work spurt urged on tourist village | | 2008-03-20 06:10:00 | | Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Thien Nhan on March 19 urged accelerating the construction of the Viet Nam Ethnic Minority Culture and Tourism Village so that it can be completed on schedule in time for Ha Noi’s 1,000 th anniversary in 2010.
Speaking at a meeting with the project’s management board, Nhan said that the village’s slow progress in construction might keep it from being part of the | | By: Vietnam Business Finance News | | |
| | The Biosphere 2 Center: Arizona's Tourist Gem | | 2008-03-19 09:34:00 | | "The Biosphere 2 Center: Arizona's Tourist Gem"by Michael Aaron GallagherThe Biosphere 2 Center has gone through many changes over the years. From once being a multi-million dollar, top-secret research facility, to becoming a popular tourist destination in the Tucson area, Bio2 has evolved into a one-of-a-kind scientific gem. It boasts a truly amazing architectural design as well as an incredible variety of plant life.I have always had a deep love for Bio2 and a passion for the educational work being conducted there. In 1998, before it was opened to the public for tours, I spent time inside the spaceframe through Columbia University's Earth Systems Field School. My white paper entitled, "The Biosphere 2 Center: Loss of Biodiversity Within the Marsh Biome (Mangrove Estuary)," later received an Honorable Mention Louise Wetherbee Phelps Award at Syracuse University.A decade later, although the center is under new management (the University of Arizona), it continues to provide us with a lo | | By: Stay Famous by Michael Aaron Gallagher | | |
| | Namibia Safari - A Perfect Tourist Destination | | 2008-03-13 11:29:55 | | Namibian safaris take place in a land of red burned sand with free space and extraordinary natural beauty. In this varied landscape, you as a tourist get to see some of the astonishing sights including the Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, and Etosha National Park, where 14 vegetation zones are created for saving the wildlife. [...] | | By: UniQuest | | |
| | The Countries Sum Up the Tourist Results | | 2008-03-13 09:42:23 | | Statistical data on tourists visiting different countries in the year 2007 appeared on many web sites. Using this information one can follow up the main tendencies of developing of tourist industry for the last year and note the most popular countries among the holiday-makers.
Original post by Larry O’Hanlon, Discovery News | | By: UniQuest | | |
| | Tunisia Emerging as Top World Tourist Destination | | 2008-03-12 08:18:00 | | Tunisians and Koreans have several similarities and many common features: in their attachment to their respective homeland, in their firm willingness to upgrade their countries to the highest level of progress, in some traditions and way of life, when they show respect for elderly people and in their utmost concern to give the most appropriate and best education to their children, Tunisian Ambassador to Korea Mustapha Khammari said."Tunisia has no abundant oil resources. As Korea also, Tunisia - and we have to precise at this point that this is a fundamental choice of the policy carried out by His Excellency Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, President of the Republic of Korea,- rely on the capacity and creativity of its own children and young people to pay the efforts necessary to the development of the country," he said in an interview with the Seoul Times.Briefly, "you" in Korea and "we" in Tunisia, we endeavor to overcome the challenges of progress with our own brains and labor, said Amb. Kh | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | The inadvertent tourist guide | | 2008-03-11 14:17:09 | | There are a bunch of aussie blokes in town (three truck bus loads to be precise), and by a clever twist of fate, the person in charge of showing them around, knows someone, who knows someone, who knows my friend’s friend. They need ten local chaps to accompany the horde and fascinate them with cock [...] | | By: BitterScotch | | |
| | The Wacky Tourist Tax Rebate of the Canadian Government | | 2008-03-10 14:29:46 | | A year-and-a-half ago the Canadian government canceled it’s time-honored tax rebate system which gave money back to tourists enjoying our country. A government spokesman said at the time that the program’s cancellation will save $78.8 million a year and went on to justify it on the grounds that only 3% of visitors ever claimed it.
The [...] | | By: White Point Manor Weblog | | |
| | Northern Ireland emerges as a tourist hot spot | | 2008-03-10 08:21:00 | | Since the Good Friday Peace Accord of 1998, Northern Ireland has morphed from the land of "Troubles" to an up-and-coming tourist destination.Before that, sectarian violence between Protestants and Catholics made headlines around the world as Loyalists to the British Crown battled those who wanted Northern Ireland free of English rule. Skirmishes between the British military and paramilitary forces broke out on a regular basis.The Good Friday agreement, however, ushered in equal rights, legitimization of the Irish language, demilitarization and arms decommissioning. As a result, violence subsided and the streets of Belfast and Derry became safe. With peace came economic prosperity.Investment companies formed to develop and reconstruct vast areas of Belfast. New restaurants and bars opened; more jobs resulted in a population with more sterling to spend.Suddenly, 19th-century Ireland's most industrial city became a bustling European hot spot.The airlines have helped. Belfast is Aer Lingus | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Tourist Drivers | | 2008-03-06 15:00:00 | | I really dislike tourist drivers. Those that stick to surface streets don't bother me much. Its those that think they can drive on the freeway that I can't stand.
If they'd stick to the slow lane would be one thing but they feel the need to drive in the fast lane.
Then freak out when they need to change lanes and everyone is passing them.
Tourists are easy to spot, they are the ones | | By: Dragonfly Kisses & Butterfly Zoos | | |
| | TOP TEN TOURIST-FRIENDLY COUNTRIES | | 2008-03-02 17:07:00 | | Number 1 -- Ireland
Ireland was chosen by Lonely Planet as the World's Friendliest Country. Ireland's history is based on people working, prospering, socializing, and sometimes fighting together. Tourists can witness it firsthand by watching events like the Galway Arts Festival, complete with street performers, comedy acts and visual arts. Based on the country's falling crime rates, the people
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| | The Ugly Tourist | | 2008-03-01 18:21:37 | | First published in 1958, The Ugly American was a national bestseller for its exposé of American arrogance, incompetence, and corruption in Southeast Asia - 5 years before the Vietnam War began with the assassination of President Diem. In that year Marlon Brando played the lead in the movie version.
Since then the term “Ugly [...] | | By: White Point Manor Weblog | | |
| | One of the faces of Flemish regionalism (or just a tourist trap)? | | 2008-02-28 03:50:14 | | "Marcel Kalmann is 64 years old. Born January 1st, 1944 in Auschwitz-Birkenau, he is the youngest person to have survived Auschwitz. After the war he lived in shelters, where he was also abused. As a young man he emigrated to America and is now a professor.About two weeks ago Kalmann visited the city of Bruges. On the last day of his stay he entered a famous restaurant: Le Panier d'Or and asked for a cup of coffee. He was the only client at the time, and besides him there were a barman and two waiters. When one of the waiters noticed his yarmulke he turned to him and barked out: "We don't serve Jews here, out!" The professor was completely confused and left the cafe as quickly as possible, the waiter yet screaming after him: 'out, OUT!'Shocked by the attack, Kalmann walked into a nearby restaurant. "That man came in here with tears in his eyes." says waiter Dean Stalpaert to Joods Actueel. "We apologized to him for the attack, though we had nothing to do with the affair. We felt dreadf | | By: :u:b:i:k:u:o: | | |
| | Tourist trade could make buying property in Italy worthwhile | | 2008-02-28 00:23:00 | | “After 10 years of significant run-up in prices in major markets and sought-after country properties, prices now have leveled,†according to Carroll. Properties in both rural and urban areas can prove profitable, though Property-Abroad.com states that properties in rural regions of Italy have been especially popular in recent years.Apartments are a popular choice when purchasing property in one of the larger cities, such as Rome or Milan. Apartments in areas such as Sardinia, Venice, Sicily, Milan and Florence are all popular Italian real estate among foreign investors, according to Property-Abroad.com. For those looking to cash in on the tourist industry, Carroll said that areas such as Sicily, Puglia and Campania are particularly attractive for investment.
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| | Top Tourist Destinations and Tourist attractions of India | | 2008-02-27 05:27:13 | | It is very difficult to list the top tourist destinations and attractions in India because every place tells a unique story and has its own significance and beauty. The sheer size, heritage and diversity of India have enchanted many travelers throughout the ages. However, here is a listing, or rather a countdown of the ten [...] | | By: India Travel Blog | | |
| | Fuerteventura Tourist Tips | | 2008-02-24 10:22:40 | | Fuerteventura is the second largest of the Canary Islands, located off the coast of Africa in the Atlantic Ocean. It’s a popular holiday destination with the British, because of the year-round good weather and the tourist-friendly atmosphere.
Original post by Jennifer Viegas, Discovery News | | By: UniQuest | | |
| | Venice Italy: A Tourist Guide | | 2008-02-20 01:47:00 | | Author: Jim Johnsonvia articlesbase.comPlanning a trip to one of the most intriguing and inspiring cities in the world? Venice, Italy is that city and also is known as a city full of romance and history. The city allows no cars and the streets that meander along the canals are perfect for exploring. You will find that there are 150 canals in Venice and there are also more that 400 bridges that connect 117 pieces of land.The Santa Lucia Train is probably the best way to get to the city. The bus is another option but it is not the best way to reach Venice. You will not be able to take a taxi or car in the city so be sure to consider this when you are packing. You will either need to pack light using a backpack or have a rolling suitcase since you will have to carry your luggage to your hotel from the train.Walking is one of the best ways to see Venice. If this is not an option for you, never fear, you do have other choices. Travel by boat is a possibility and it is also an fairly inexpen | | By: Travelling Italy | | |
| | Australia tipped to see biggest tourist growth in 2008 | | 2008-02-19 16:52:00 | | The survey of 1,000 independent travel agents in the UK by marketing company The Network revealed that 17 per cent expect Australia to be the big winner.Thanks to the recently-signed US-Australia open skies agreement, extra flight capacity should boost holidays to Australia.Other top long haul destinations expected to do well in 2008 included the US and Dubai.
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| | Hunting accident claims Canadian tourist in Thailand | | 2008-02-14 08:28:00 | | A Canadian tourist, shot while riding in a pickup truck in northern Thailand, may have been hit by a stray bullet from a hunter, police said on Thursday.Erik Griffioen, a university lecturer from Ontario, was on trekking holiday with his wife when he was hit by a .22 bullet on Wednesday in the northern city of Chiang Mai, a popular tourist destination. It was the fourth shooting involving | | By: News Alert | | |
| | Monday Morning Headlines/Mesa Tourist Information/Open Thread | | 2008-02-11 07:49:59 | |
When in Mesa, be sure to check out the Mormon temple. Daily Herald beat writers tell you everything you want to know (and more!) about Arizona
If it weren't for spring training and the Grand Canyon, I don't think Arizona holds anything that I'd want to see.
From the Daily Herald:
If you're heading to Arizona for spring training, all we can say is, you lucky dog ... and, the following primer is for you.
If you can't make it this year but plan on going some year soon, you might want to do some clipping and saving because our baseball beat writers Scot Gregor (White Sox) and Bruce Miles (Cubs) -- both veterans of the Arizona scene -- have offered some inside info on the ins and outs of the spring-training experience.
As you read on, imagine the desert sun and the crack of the bat and bask in the knowledge that opening day of the regular season for the Cubs and the White Sox is only 50 days away.
Q. What's a typical day like down there? Is there always a morning/afternoon practice early | | By: A League of Her Own | | |
| | Chinese Visitors Help South Africa's Tourist Industry | | 2008-02-08 10:57:00 | | Growing prosperity in China is beginning to affect the global tourism industry. More and more Chinese are traveling abroad - especially this week, which includes the lunar New Year. One place that is benefiting from this trend is South Africa. A surge in Chinese visitors is helping South Africa's tourism industry achieve double-digit growth. For VOA, Terry FitzPatrick reports from Cape Town.
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| | Australian tourist numbers down | | 2008-02-07 03:15:00 | | Australian Tourism Export Council managing director Matthew Hingerty said it would take massive innovation to drag the sector out of the doldrums."We need to understand why our competitors are booming and racing ahead, and we need to see what lessons we can learn and apply to the Australian market," Mr Hingerty said.
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| | Rome Tourist Information: Weather in Rome, Italy | | 2008-02-01 09:01:00 | | Author: Daniel Jowsseyvia articlesbase.comAutumn Weather in RomeWithout fail, Romans recommend that the best time to travel to Rome is from mid-September to October. Yes, it might rain, but the temperatures turn out to be quite nice, even if it is getting a tiny bit chilly at night. Almost no one recommends November, but I've had very good luck the last few years with weather in the first half of November.Spring Weather in RomeMay has almost the same temperatures as October, and April, while you're likely to feel chilly at night, is almost as good.The effects upon tourism and the tourist industry could be numerous, though I will only mention a couple. Many people complain about hotel and apartment rates increasing, not only during the summer months, but throughout the whole year. And quite right I say, when there are 300 rooms with air-conditioning systems set to -5 degrees Celsius all day, (whilst the guests themselves are stripping off beside the pool trying to soak up every last hea | | By: Travelling Italy | | |
| | Touraveller - let’s ditch the tourist versus traveller | | 2008-01-01 05:28:00 | | In the 15 months that I”ve been researching and writing for my travel blog I’ve become increasingly bemused by the tourist versus traveller debate and the ensuing guidance of how to avoid the horror of being classified as a tourist. Or even, in hilarious perversity, From Traveler to Tourist in 5 Easy Steps.
Of course the [...] | | By: Europe a la Carte Blog | | |
| | Mauritania seeks 3 in tourist killings | | 2007-12-25 08:51:57 | | Mauritanian authorities said they were searching Tuesday for three men suspected of links with a local terror network in connection with the fatal shooting of four picnicking French tourists.
Original post by Tracy Staedter, Discovery News | | By: UniQuest | | |
| | Philippines Top Tourist Destinations | | 2007-12-19 10:23:00 | | Philippines has one of Asia's finest beaches in the World. Beaches have white sands specially Boracay. This is the one best beaches in Philippines. I have not been yet in Boracay but I heard from some of my friends Boracay is so nice and has a white sand and nice to walk every morning even in the noon time. I've been already in Bohol, that was so nice and adventured vocation in Bohol we had and this Boracay this is my next plan when I visit back to Philippines to my family. This is in my wish list now and of course the Palawan. These two are now in my wish list when I have a chance to go and visit in Philippines. There are many Top tourist Destinations in Philippines are: Manila, Cebu, Palawan, Bohol, Bagiuo, Ilucos Sur, Ilucos Norte, Davao lastly Boracay. More info here:Select PhilippinesThis is my 1st homeland and I am proud of it and I am being proud being a Filipino. My country Philippines has alot more to offer as it has more tourist spot. You should come and visit Philippines a | | By: Amazing life | | |
| | Top 10 must-see tourist attractions in Tainan County | | 2007-12-19 09:12:00 | | Indulge in a hot spring vacationGuanzihling Hot Spring is one of four major hot spring areas in Taiwan, along with Peitou, Yangmingshan and Sihchongsi. Guanzihling Hot Spring includes alkalinity carbonate and other minerals, which make the local spring water look a bit murky and muddy. It is believed, however, to have a curative effect on various skin diseases.Observe black-faced spoonbillsStarting in September each year, black-faced spoonbills fly in groups from northern Asia to spend the long, cold winter along the Zengwu River in Tainan County. The bird's name comes from their spoon-like black beak. In March, they return to the north to breed.Experience the Tainan County Lantern FestivalDuring the Chinese New Year -- also known as the Spring Festival -- local governments hold lantern exhibitions throughout cities starting on the 15th day of the lunar calendar. In Tainan County, the coming lantern festival will be held in the "Solar City" district of the Southern Science-based Industrial Park, already dubbed, "The World's Most Brilliant Lantern Festival."Visit the Tower with eight anglesThe Ba-jao Lo -- or tower with eight angles -- was built in Yen shui Town in the Ching Dynasty. The wooden structure was designed by master carpenters from Fu Zhou, and later became the center of the borwn sugar trade in the region.'Bai-Bai' at Nankunshen Daitianfu TempleBuilt in 1662, Nankunshen Daitianfu is the oldest and largest Wangye temple in Taiwan. The religious edifice, made of wood, brick and Laojhensheh stones, is dedicated to the worship of Wufu Ciansuei, of the Li, Chih, Wu, Jhu, and Fan families. The outer walls of the temple are richly decorated with artwork depicting mythological animals, gods, historic figures and renowned military officers.Legendary Yuan Shui firecracker ceremonyAlso held during the Chinese New Year, the Yuanshui Fongpao -- Yuanshui firecracker ceremony -- takes place in Yuan Shui Township to commemorate the end of a cholera epidemic that hit | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Tainan County blends culture and nature into top tourist attractions | | 2007-12-19 09:10:00 | | Tainan County's top tourist attractions are a blend of local culture and nature, the county's first-magistrate said yesterday in an exclusive interview with The China Post, while noting the region has a lot to offer foreign visitors during the various festivals held year-round.For instance, the Taiwan international orchid show, the Taiwan coffee festival, lantern festival, and bird-watching for "black-faced spoonbills," and the Yuan Shui firecracker ceremony, all top the list of Taiwan's most popular tourists attractions."It is a little bit painful if you don't wear appropriate protection," said Tainan County Magistrate Su Huan-Chih about the Yuan Shui firecracker festival, which he has taken part in for the past three years. Further, he strongly recommended wearing a safety helmet and appropriate clothing before participating in the event.Hundred of thousands of people from all over the island go to Tainan County each year to join in the annual events held on the 15th day of the lunar calendar after the Chinese New Year. The Yuanshui Fongpao -- Yuanshui firecrackers Festival -- takes place in Yuan Shui Township to commemorate the end of a cholera epidemic in the 19th century. Other famous religious festivals held in Tainan County include the Sigong Shaowangchuan -- a ceremony to burn a Wangchuan boat, or the Pingpu Yeji -- a night festival.Moreover, some theme exhibition halls such as the Chimei Museum, Donglonggong Culture Exhibition Hall, and Tainan Museum of History are places you wouldn't want to miss when you go to Tainan County, he said.Su added that Tainan County has come a long way in Taiwan's history. During the Japanese colonial era, hot spring water was first used for treating skin ailments of wounded soldiers before it eventually evolved into its current health and leisure industry. Guanzihling Hot Spring is currently one of the four main hot spring areas in Taiwan, along with Peitou, Yangminshan, and Sihchongsi.Because this "murky hot spring" is | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | What makes Costa Brava such a popular tourist destination? | | 2007-12-19 09:06:00 | | According to the INE statistics growth in the Catalonian tourist sector kept growing in 2007 with a 4,1% increase respect to the previous year. That maintains it to the second most visited area in Spain just after Baleares. Catalonia represents 21, 7% of foreign tourism in Spain and more precisely, it is Costa Brava that is the second most touristic region in Spain. Accommodation in Costa Brava is already in high demand and is still growing. That is why www.barcelonapoint.com has invested in offering both hotel and private holiday apartment accommodation.The factors that make Costa Brava so appreciated by tourists are many. First come the geographic particularities of the area. Costa Brava is such a surprising diverse region, it offers a wide range of rugged mountains, cliffs, unique preserved beaches, bays and many famous harbors. It also has very particular interior cities and villages.The climate is also one of the main attractive criteria that benefits to Costa Brava. The region has nearly year-round warm temperatures and sun-drenched beaches.Then, Costa Brava’s history and culture is one of the richest and most interesting of Spain. The region is affluent in theatres, museums, castles and artistic historic places. It is without counting that Costa Brava has one of the best golf courses, beach activities facilities, shopping areas, restaurants, bars and nightlife.Moreover, the proximity with Barcelona brings even more value to Costa Brava. Barcelona is possibly the most internationally famous, exciting and stunning city in Spain. This is why www.barcelonapoint.com has become an expert in both Barcelona and the Costa Brava.Last but not least, Costa Brava lastly improved significantly its accessibility to the rest of Europe thanks to a huge amount of competition among low cost airlines that made it much easier and cheaper to travel to and from Spain.Tourist industry in Costa Brava is then clearly growing up by taking advantage of Costa Brava popularity. Neverthe | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | BALI TOURIST AREAS AND SIGHTS | | 2007-12-17 14:31:52 | | Nusa Dua Beach
A dreamland of prime luxury hotels amids white sand beaches lined with coconut palms, some of which have private beache. Just to the north on Benoa beach, watch Bali's parasailers while enjoying the mild ocean breeze. This area is a swimmers haven as the waters, are tranquil and clean.
Nusa Dua Beaches although good for some watersports such as :
Surfing: The southern coast of the | | By: Indonesia Exotic | | |
| | Bought My Russian Tourist Visa Invitation at DestinationRussia.com | | 2007-12-16 04:11:32 | | I finally bought my Russian Tourist Visa Invitation at DestinationRussia.com. I had browsed through the website once before but did not consider using the company’s services. However, when I felt the need of urgency, I once again stumbled upon the website while searching for more options to buy the visa invitation.
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| | Iba in Zambales : gears to become tourist destination | | 2007-12-15 16:25:39 | | SAN ANTONIO, Zambales, — In an effort to boost the tourism industry in this part of the province, the local government and the tourism-related business owners formed the San Antonio Municipal Tourism Council whose main thrust is to formulate tourism-related plans and programs to showcase this town as a primary tourist destination.
Virginia Harvey, Megan’s Beach [...] | | By: Philippines Travel Blog | | |
| | Vince Kong, London Tourist | | 2007-12-15 07:44:30 | | I've lived in London for over ten years now and have seen most of the tourist attractions it has to offer, so as if introducing them to an old friend, I took Vince Kong along to meet the Queen. She wasn't in sadly. | | By: World of Vince.com | | |
| | Bart's Out Being a Tourist | | 2007-12-11 13:24:34 | | ... and I'm trying to catch up on email. Though being completely alone is nice - no phone but the cell that nobody is calling and nobody is going to come in later. We ahve a very long travel day tomorrow and then our trip will be over.Bart is a much better tourist than I. He'll tell you about it here. | | By: Never a Dull Moment | | |
| | Tourist Place That I like | | 2007-12-05 15:03:00 | | This tourist place Lausanne (loh-zahn) has two parts the lake Ouchy pronounced "ooshee" with good restaurants and the Olympic museum and the second is the old town. Mostly the hotels here are expensive, just few hotels are not expensive and my hubby and I stayed here for couple of nights. This place is steeper than it is big and lots of shopping stores you name it. When I was there, I am somewhat overwhelmed by climbing and there is no way to see this town without climbing. But it is good for you also if you have a strong legs :) and its good for exercise, I like walking this town and the products are quite expensive like clothing and other stuff and it depends what kind of product do you buy here, well its a tourist destination lots of people here from other countries. Lausanne is a French side of Switzerland, I have seen different kind of people in there it seems like New York. My husband and I did roaming around this charming old town, we went to the Church called Evangelical Reform Church the biggest church in Switzerland its more than 300 ft. long and it belongs to the tradition of early Protestant reformer John Calvin and like its founder. Honestly, I haven't see or visit that kind of big church, I was mesmerized because its huge inside and makes me think, how much money they spent this church? how long they build the church? it a beautiful church, has very nice and colorful stained glass and lots of chairs. My husband and I walked a lot and makes me hungry, we decided to give a try in Le Bleu Lezard Restaurant, I was surprised its very popular restaurant, they have very good food and good service. On 2nd day of staying Lausanne, we ate at Cafe Romans, very popular too, lots of people inside but it’s kind of smoky but it’s alright they have good service and delicious food. I enjoyed walking around this town a lot. I hope you will visit this place somebody. | | By: Sorrounded By Everything In This World | | |
| | Active Volcanoes, the Next Tourist Attraction | | 2007-12-05 02:36:00 | | The Next Tourist AttractionThe Philippines might someday be known as one of the premier locations for watching a volcano in action. A government project is seeking to market the country’s active volcanoes to thrill-seeking tourists and adventurers.Active volcanoes not only offer exciting, though dangerous, spectacles during an eruption. The thermal activity in surrounding areas is also a prime attraction for developing spas or campsites. Case is point is Mt. Makiling, which supposedly hasn’t shown volcanic activity in eons, but is surrounded by commercial hot spring pools. I say supposedly, because isn’t the activity in Mudspring volcanic? But, I digress.“We have to appreciate the fact that our country has many volcanoes,” said Perla de los Reyes of the government’s volcanology and seismology institute. “They are beautiful attractions.”“Volcanos show how dynamic or dangerous they can be, and people appreciate it,” De los Reyes said, adding that the unique shapes of land formations caused by volcanic eruptions themselves also draw people in.Mt. Pinatubo and Taal Volcano are the first sites to be developed, due largely to their easy access from Manila. Vacation homes and restaurants have already sprouted around these areas. Other, not so accessible, vocanoes like Mts. Iraya, Kanlaon, Bulusan, Banahaw, draw mostly adventurers who don’t shy away from a few days hiking through jungle trails.I’ve always liked the concept of eco-tourism. There is so much natural beauty in the Philippines that the rest of the world has yet to see. I’m heartened by the involvement of the protected areas and wildlife bureau in this project. Coupled with proper management, which takes the environment as its top priority, such ventures will bring jobs to local areas, and could in fact assist in preserving these sites.by: Maricarsource: http://www.filipinasoul.com/ | | By: Pro Pinoy | | |
| | Philippines records increase in Septembers tourist arrivals | | 2007-12-04 12:27:43 | | Tourist arrivals in the country increased in September this year as compared to the same period last year, latest figures from the Department of Tourism show.
Figures from the department’s Tourism Research and Statistics Division show that there were a total of 212, 415 tourists that arrived in September unlike in the same month last year [...] | | By: Philippines Travel Blog | | |
| | Egypt Attractions - Top 10 Tourist Attractions of Egypt | | 2007-11-28 10:10:00 | | Egypt is located in North Africa and is among the top most tourist destinations of the world. No other country comes even closer to Egypt when it comes to the number of magnificent monuments, activities and historical attractions. More than ninety percent of all Egyptian attractions are lined up along the river Nile. Many places can therefore visited by taking a cruise in the Nile river (besides road and air travel). Since it is a popular tourist destination Egypt offers extensive facilities for tourists.Top 10 attractions of Egypt are:1. PYRAMIDS: There are more than 80 pyramids in Egypt which were built mostly between 2600 BC and 1500 BC and all are situated close to the Nile river. After the ruler died (or other prominent royal figures like queens), their bodies were wrapped and preserved as a mummy, and placed in the Pyramid. The most popular pyramids are the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: An estimated 20,000 to 30,000 workers built the Pyramids at Giza over 80 years. Giza also has the largest pyramid also known as "Great Pyramid" which rises an amazing 481 feet.2. CAIRO: It is the capital of Egypt. Popular attractions of Cairo include:a) Khan al-Khalili market: Khan al-Khalili is one of the largest markets in the world which attracts both local's and international tourists. This is a great place to but exotic perfume bottles, Arabic clothing and other souvenirs.b) Egyptian Museum of Antiquities: It have over hundred thousand artifacts in 107 halls. The most popular attraction is the Tutankhamun Gallery.c) Other attractions are Pyramids of Giza (mentioned above) and Old Cairo.3. ABU SIMBEL: It was carved out of sandstone cliffs high above the River Nile. The most famous attraction are the four colossal 20m-high statues of Ramses II guarding the entrance. When the waters of Lake Nasser to rise, UNESCO relocated them to a high ground between 1964 and 1968.4.KARNAK TEMPLES: It is a huge complex comprising of three main temples and many smaller ones, most famous | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Blue Ridge Georgia 5th In Top 10 Tourist Destinations For 2008! | | 2007-11-24 21:27:22 | | Blue Ridge is on the map again! Trip Advisor, one of the world’s largest travel survey community on the Internet, has ranked Blue Ridge Georgia as #5 in the Top 10 United States Tourist Destinations!
Jan Hackett of the Fannin County Chamber of Commerce was quoted in The News Observer as saying “This is great news [...] | | By: The Front Porch View | | |
| | Like it or hump it at tourist mecca | | 2007-11-24 12:56:00 | | FROM my balcony at the Noosa Crest Resort, I cannot hope for a more spectacular view across Noosa, Laguna Bay and the Noosa River. It has been years since I visited this tourist mecca nestled between the crystalline waters of Noosa Sound and the national park.Our double-storey villa has a distinct Mediterranean feel. It sports uneven terracotta tiles, wrought-iron railings and Tuscan-style pottery and furnishings.I fold back the entire top-storey glass doors to draw in the view. Out on the private balcony are sun lounges and an extensive barbecue area. Not far away, a rooftop swimming pool, spa and sauna glitter.It is the perfect spot to hole up for a weekend, but it's not to be. I have the family in tow, and this weekend is all about Noosa with kids.We start our adventures at the end of Noosa Crest's private boardwalk, where stand-up paddle surfing is taking off. The traditional Hawaiian sport promotes balance, strength and fitness. Chris de Aboitiz and Grant Cunningham have the only surf school in Australia dedicated to it.We join their free demo day, held on the second Sunday of every month from 7am to 9am at Noosa Lions Park. It's a family affair. Even the dogs are invited, catching a ride on the front of boards. My kids are eager to hit the water and, equipped with paddle, board and a little instruction, are off to discover the calm waterways, learning to manoeuvre, turn and control their craft.I sense that our instructor Chris, who once worked on Waikiki Beach, could cut a mean wave. But he enjoys the tranquil ripples of the Noosa River. "Many surfers also enjoy this sport," he says. "It's great for cross-training, and it brings together core strength and balance."There's also a delicate balance between exercise and the stomach, so after some excellent fun and fitness we head to Noosa's Hastings St, where fine food abounds.The famous precinct is undergoing a $10 million makeover, due to be completed by July 2008, so we dig deep to see what we can find.Su | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Cemeteries as tourist attractions? | | 2007-11-14 19:31:00 | | The idea of a cemetery as a place to visit in the course of a vacation, may not exactly resound with Jamaican sensitivities, but Mayor of Kingston, Desmond McKenzie, has raised an interesting idea: making the May Pen Cemetery a tourist attraction.The fact is we're not a 'cemetery people', despite our penchant for elaborate funerals and mourning rituals. There are, however, other places where cemeteries do attract tourists, particularly if they are the final resting place of celebrities.One of the famous sightseeing spots of Europe, for instance, is the Pére Lachaise Cemetery in Paris, wherein lie some of the world's most celebrated artists and artistes, from centuries past up to contemporary times.In other places, where celebrities are interred also, some tourists do find it interesting to visit the site as part of the experience of another culture.But is our May Pen Cemetery ready for that? Most Jamaicans associate the area with inner-city neglect which we seem unable to put righ | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Atracciones Turísticas/Tourist Attractions | | 2007-10-28 05:04:00 | | A veces es tiempo de tomar un descanso a la rutina y que mejor que tomar unas vacaciones. Uno de los lugares que me gustaría conocer es España. No conozco el país pero me interesa mucho. Se que tiene grandes atracciones turísticas, como por ejemplo la Torre de Bujaco y Muralla de Avila (para mas info sobre estos lugares ir a www.discoverspain.com). Ahora bien, podemos buscar un buen lugar donde
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| | Pan-India tourist train in the works | | 2007-10-27 16:48:00 | | In a major public-private partnership (PPP) initiative, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is planning to start its own dedicated train which would be run on a pan-India tourism circuit. Currently, the IRCTC runs region-specific package tours for tourists. The corporation has to book tickets for passengers in regular trains running on the these routes. By running a dedicated train, the state-owned company expects to enhance revenues. The corporation had sent a proposal in this regard to the Railway Board last month. Approval is expected by the end of this year. The IRCTC officials say that the train could be a reality by October 2008. The train will be a luxurious one, air-conditioned, with around 23 coaches and it will target high-end passengers.
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| | Morocco makes top tourist list yet again! | | 2007-10-17 21:27:00 | | The "Bluelist" - the global travel guide has once again put Fez in its top emerging destinations to visit.The Lonely Planet Bluelist 2008 has included Fez a decision which should boost tourist numbers. For example, last year the guide had hotly tipped the city of Belfast, which later saw record numbers of holidaymakers heading to the northern Irish capital.The "GoList" includes the eastern African country of Eritrea, Montenegro in eastern Europe, the Tiwi Islands in Australia, Portugal's Azores archipelago, the Syrian capital Damascus and the historic city of Fez, Morocco.The Bluelist 2008 also features chapters on travelling to Islamic countries, where to go to see endangered wildlife in their natural habitat, and a selection of traveller's tips and photographs.Tags: Moroccan Morocco Fes, Maghreb news | | By: THE VIEW FROM FEZ | | |
| | Mythical beach in Cornwall - tourist trap? | | 2007-09-28 11:55:38 | | Hot on the heels of yesterday’s post about the promotion of the recently non existent “Artic Wonderland” of Scotland’s Winter sports locations comes news of a hoax about Porthemmet beach in Cornwall. The Porthemmet site describes the beach as “the best kept secret in Cornwall, a virtual tropical beach due to the proximity of [...] | | By: Europe a la Carte Blog | | |
| | | Inflation & tourist numbers both up | | 2007-09-20 18:29:00 | | Around 4,3 million tourists visited Morocco during the first seven months of 2007, that is a 10% rise compared with the same period of last year, according to figures released by the Department of Tourism. The French topped the list with about 1.7 million tourists, followed by the Spanish (795,000), the Belgians (285,000), the British (261,000), the Dutch (211,000), the German (182.000), and the Italians (164,000). According to the same source, tourist nights in classified hotels posted a 7% increase, reaching some 10 million nights. The Department noted that Marrakech remains atop the list of highly visited tourist destinations with +11%, followed by Casablanca (+10%), Tangier with 9%, Fez with +7%, Rabat (6%), and Agadir (+3%). The French and English markets and residents contributed with 65% of the additional nights registered since the turn of the year. Morocco has developed an ambitious strategy, dubbed "Vision 2010", aimed at attracting 10 million tourists by 2010. This strategy provides for creating 160,000 beds, thus bringing the national capacity to 230,000 beds. It also aims to create some 600,000 new jobs.The good news on the tourist front was offset by the fact that Moroccan consumer prices rose 2.1 percent in the first eight months of 2007 as housing and food got more expensive, official data showed on Thursday. Housing prices grew 3.7 percent from the same period a year earlier, while food costs rose 3.0 percent, the High Planning Commission said in a statement. Transport and communication was the only category to decline, falling 1.7 percent. The headline inflation figure was unchanged from a month earlier. The government envisages an inflation rate of around 2.0 percent this year. Inflation for 2006 was 3.3 percent, above a government forecast of 2.0 percent because of higher oil prices and a severe drought that cut domestic crops and made food more costly.Tags: Moroccan Morocco Fes, Maghreb news | | By: THE VIEW FROM FEZ | | |
| | A Tourist Guide To Puglia | | 2007-09-18 01:20:00 | | Author Doug ScottPuglia is a region located on the East coast of southern Italy. It is often known as the heel due to Italy's aerial view resemblance to a knee-high boot. Many past rulers from years ago have used this region for a base location to try and control both the Adriatic and Ionian seas. These days it is a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful coastline and natural scenery.Travelling ThereFlying is the best option for getting there as the region three airports (Bari-Palese, Brindisi and Foggia). Good rail and road networks allow for frequent train and bus journeys. If you are arriving from Greece then the ferries to Bari and Brindisi are a good choice.Acomodation OptionsPuglia is a large region and so accommodation options are plentiful. Hotels, campsites and guesthouses are the norm but why not make your holiday a bit more of an experience and stay in a castle or a trullo that are found in the Alberobello area.HistoryThe region of Puglia is home to many cities that were trading centres with the rest of ancient Greece. Following the rule of the Romans was the invasion of the region by the Byzantines. The Spanish then took over from the Byzantines and their influence of the region can still be seen.Sights and AttractionsThe region of Puglia is beautiful and packed with sightseeing potential. However, the most impressive area is Trulli. This present day World Heritage Site is packed with domed buildings, and a unique look. For great architecture be sure to visit Lecce and get a feel for its Baroque attractiveness and 17th century architecture. Another place of particular interest is San Giovanni Rotondo. Here you can visit the remains of 'Santa Claus' at the Church of St Nicholas.ShoppingAs the region is so big the shopping varies at different places. The cities and towns of Puglia have big department stores, unique smaller shops and supermarkets. Smaller parts of the region have more in the way of souvenir and, arts and craft shops.Dining | | By: Travelling Italy | | |
| | Philippine July 2007 tourist arrivals increase by 11.26% | | 2007-09-14 19:14:46 | | A total of 281,032 tourists visited the Philippines in July 2007, reflecting an 11.26 percent growth compared to July last year. Based on research by the Department of Tourism (DOT), this month’s additional tally brought up the number of visitor arrivals since January to 1.8 million.
In a statement, Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano said, “2007 [...] | | By: Philippines Travel Blog | | |
| | Top five tourist attractions in the UK | | 2007-09-06 08:32:00 | | It may not have the sunshine of Europe but Britain is chock full of world class tourist attractions, ranging from theme-parks, theatres, castles and monuments to just simple scenery.The array can be quite bewildering, but luckily is on-hand to help you choose how to spend a weekend, collecting the top tourist destinations for your travelling pleasure.travelbite's top five tourist attractions in the UKThe Eden Project, CornwallInitially designed to regenerate a post-industrial area of the British countryside, the Eden Project has grown to become the world's premier monument to ecology. Nestled in the heartlands of Cornwall its domes emulate specific natural environments and contain an incredible array of flora and fauna.In this environment the project examines man's relationship with nature, and our dependence upon it for shelter, food and energy. Through examining this relationship the Eden project hopes to educate future generations about the major environmental issues of the day i | | By: Most Popular Tourist Places | | |
| | Indonesian foreign tourist arrival up in July | | 2007-09-05 03:36:00 | | The number of foreign tourist arrival in Indonesia in July increased by 16.31 percent to 423,500 people, compared with the same period last year, the National Statistic Bureau said on Monday. The number of the tourist coming to Bali Island, the center of Indonesian tourist industry, increased to 171,700 people in July, up 33.49 percent compared with the same month last year, said the head of the bureau, Rusman Heriawan.
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| | Morocco hotels prepare for a tourist boom | | 2007-09-04 17:37:00 | | ourism, one of Morocco's main sources of revenue, is likely to increase as the government looks to boost visitor numbers to 10 million by 2010, up from 6.5 million last year. With easy access for millions of Middle East visitors who enjoy the beaches and local markets for which Morocco is famous, the country’s expected tourist arrivals are putting pressure on the hotel industry to build more and better accommodation.
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| | France loses perch as top tourist spot | | 2007-09-03 18:07:00 | | After years of grunts directed at foreign visitors, the French have come up with at least two initiatives that could improve their reputation. The first is a rugby glossary, Oui Je Parle Rugby, published last month by the Foreign Ministry. The second, more audacious, is Meeting the French, an agency which arranges for tourists to be invited to dinner in French homes. The preliminary tourism figures for July, published last week, showed a sharp decline in bookings in northern France and a rash of cancellations or early departures on campsites in Brittany and Normandy.
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