tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53172285874283367882024-03-14T03:40:41.834-07:00Travel Interesting Places, Places of Interest, Tourist Attractions, Places to see & visitIs about travel tips, interesting places traveling, places to see, places to visit, places of interest and tourist attractions traveling resources to countries in Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Middle East, North America, Pacific, South America, Zanzibar, Tokyo, Mumbai, Victoria Falls, Shanghai, Seoul, Bangkok, Hanoi, Barcelona, London, Paris, Moscow, Hawaii, New York City, Mexico, Los Angeles, Auckland, Sydney, Melbourne, Buenos Aires, and much more!Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-76658847526294823662009-10-14T15:18:00.000-07:002009-11-14T04:43:50.044-08:00Dusha-Dushe to Moscow, RussiaDo you agree that Moscow, the capital and barometer of the world’s largest country, i.e. Russia, should be called a city that is irreducible?<br />
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Those who went there commented that it is difficult to separate its rich history from its daily role in writing the future, and that Moscow is both dictator and victim of events that provokes such comments. Think only can feel it if we stand in Red Square to feel the difference between those familiar images with the actuality!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">St. Basil's Cathedral at the Red Square, Moscow. You may want to know that it is the glorious celebration of Ivan the Terrible’s victory at Kazan.<br />
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Some money saving or useful traveling tips that you might want to take note of:<br />
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<u>Migration card and other official documents</u> – make sure it is with you all the time until you leave the country, in case you are stopped by the police or an imposter looking to collect “fines.”<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Moscow Kremlin from Bolshoi Kamenny bridge. It is worth much more than a photo opportunity.<br />
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<u>Avoid being robbed or mugged</u> – the common sense measures shall include: don’t travel alone at night in unfamiliar areas, keep expensive items out of sight as much as possible, and avoid crowded metro cars where pickpockets may operate and so on.<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Moscow's metro stations are resembled palaces or cathedrals. It is fabulous with their marble-clad walls, chandelier lighting, and other precious interior.<br />
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<u>Buy and drink vodka</u> – alcohol counterfeiting is common since and as there are hundreds of brands of vodka in Russia. Nevertheless, two of the best that you might want to consider are Flagman and Russky Standart. You might want to know that Vodka is drunk everywhere socially in Moscow, Russia, hence you may want to join in for a round when a Russian taps his throat for dusha-dushe (i.e. for soul to soul, if I am right)!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Arbat, many still said that it is still the repository of Moscow’s quirkiest corners.<br />
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<u>Mind your feet</u> – Shoes are very important in Russia, and must always be kept clean regardless of the weather conditions. Always remove your shoes at the entryway when entering a Russian home. In some interesting places such as museums, galleries, palaces, visitors may be asked to put on special shoes, such as plastic booties (similar to the kind surgeons wear)!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Lenin’s Tomb in Red Square. A popular mausoleum because the embalmed body of Lenin has been on public display there since the year he died in 1924, you may want to imagine you are reviewing a parade from the podium!<br />
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When is the best time to visit those interesting places? Can be anytime, but April to June and September to November are most comfortable.Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-2337741421935107322009-10-07T14:56:00.000-07:002010-04-21T06:58:45.604-07:00Taiwan Taipei for Tea, Shopping, Temple and Tai ChiTaipei (although many regard it as a small village) has a wealth of magnificent architecture throughout its history, from the 17th-century Kuantu Temple to the modern Taipei 101, and is an important centre for the export of tea today.<br /><br />...<a href="http://www.journeyonearth.com/taiwan-taipei-for-tea-shopping-temple-and-tai-chi" target="_blank">read more</a><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfx-k4-L-6tYoagKDlya4KhA-IsrZRvY17BrjX4m-Svz3BBi70IFNrDfJWouqABw9s0UKxh8oraywAgJLWLxUXn20sjtL1We_qhRYGFR33C4W6OM9J7LWfAm7UE3hZS1cL2gBYzdO1-5JR/s1600-h/Taipei+101+Towers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img r="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfx-k4-L-6tYoagKDlya4KhA-IsrZRvY17BrjX4m-Svz3BBi70IFNrDfJWouqABw9s0UKxh8oraywAgJLWLxUXn20sjtL1We_qhRYGFR33C4W6OM9J7LWfAm7UE3hZS1cL2gBYzdO1-5JR/s400/Taipei+101+Towers.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strong>Taipei 101 Towers by night</strong>. One should not miss to take views from the observation platforms of Taipei 101.<br /></div>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-56977871269259652022009-10-03T23:56:00.000-07:002010-04-02T06:52:32.189-07:00Victoria’s Great Ocean Road – The Twelve ApostlesHave you seen a road that is excavated manually along the mountainous and heavily forested coastline? I believe there are, but not many, and is even rare if the road is passes along coastline giving stunning views.<br /><br />...<a href="http://www.journeyonearth.com/victoria’s-great-ocean-road-–-the-twelve-apostles" target="_blank">read more</a><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW3x2idQsvscFJfon7bE91WOXOTYdqnjYRNMrZjX_BV3egb1PnM0l3A1JiNfIvL10kw9Ijf-riiKeuv-HTkwaoHMm3x2ZZDFQPHBsGNw6oaf1FVaVTPFOmcd2D7juKQ-WvSEIXpap43_yW/s1600-h/Australia+-+Twelve+Apostles.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img r="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW3x2idQsvscFJfon7bE91WOXOTYdqnjYRNMrZjX_BV3egb1PnM0l3A1JiNfIvL10kw9Ijf-riiKeuv-HTkwaoHMm3x2ZZDFQPHBsGNw6oaf1FVaVTPFOmcd2D7juKQ-WvSEIXpap43_yW/s400/Australia+-+Twelve+Apostles.jpg" width="400" border="0" height="267" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Some of the famous Twelve Apostles sea stacks that rise from the sea near Port Campbell<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-23091456685865327982009-09-24T07:22:00.000-07:002010-04-02T16:26:41.131-07:00The Great Wall of ChinaHave you ever wonder a wall lies like a gigantic dragon, stretching up and down across deserts, grasslands, mountains and plateaus?<br /><br />...<a href="http://www.journeyonearth.com/the-great-wall-of-china" target="_blank">read more</a><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGKojcNYLpaplzVtZWP0x5EERHh4Li7PouSxOhyKYF2kSlD6OrCzGOKq5R5jgFjX2C3kiWoGiLWGi2ax3V1Qzu7gjE6zokbYRJUZ0KuW61-qPOaWJnbdaij_bl1o8YZwrr0YyUUOWT_DFV/s1600-h/great+wall+of+china.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img iq="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGKojcNYLpaplzVtZWP0x5EERHh4Li7PouSxOhyKYF2kSlD6OrCzGOKq5R5jgFjX2C3kiWoGiLWGi2ax3V1Qzu7gjE6zokbYRJUZ0KuW61-qPOaWJnbdaij_bl1o8YZwrr0YyUUOWT_DFV/s400/great+wall+of+china.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-28034937219021833202009-09-12T23:21:00.000-07:002009-11-14T04:47:29.591-08:00Malaysia KL Bird Park – World’s Largest Walk-in AviaryHave you been to the world's largest free-flight walk-in aviary? If not, you may want to pay a visit to KL Bird Park, which was opened in 1991, and is located within the serene and scenic Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens, and is about 10 minutes away from the Kuala Lumpur city centre in Malaysia.<br />
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What I find about the main feature that distinguishes KL Bird Park from any other bird parks is the concept of their free-flight. Why I say so? Well, upon entering the door of KL Bird Park is as if we are stepping into an enormous bird cage, where visitors will have a chance to witness at close proximity with various bird species living together as a perfectly balanced community in this semi-natural environment!<br />
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If you want to taste Malaysian cuisines, then the Hornbill Restaurant & Cafe there, which offers a wide variety of local and western cuisines, and together with their unique architecture of wooden Malay Kampung house and its subtle interior sure will give visitors that kind of perfect ambience for dining pleasure. Another thing is that the restaurant is equipped with free Wi-Fi. <br />
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What follows is a quick glance of Malaysia’s KL Bird Park:<br />
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<strong>Egg Incubation Room & Nurse</strong> <br />
Ever want to watch how chicken eggs are artificially incubated using incubators? Not only that, if you are lucky you might have the chance to see with your very own eyes the real live hatching of adorable chicks and ducklings!<br />
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<strong>The Feathered Friends Photo Booth</strong><br />
Wanted to have a beautiful photo with birds? Here is the chance to be up-close-and-personal with the colourful and tame birds. Think this will definitely be a perfect souvenir for some, right? You can choose to use your own camera or their instant digital photo service.<br />
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<strong>Peacock & Hornbill Gift Shop</strong><br />
If you want to take home with some unique souvenirs and exclusive merchandise as a memento of an exciting adventure to be remembered, then this is the shop to visit. As far as I know, this Peacock & Hornbill Gift Shop offers a wide selection of unique souvenirs and KL Bird Park's exclusive.<br />
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<strong>World of Parrots</strong><br />
This mini bird aviary is specially designed to accommodate various species of parrots in their collection. What I see is that it consists of macaws, cockatoos, lodes and parakeets.<br />
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<strong>Bird Show</strong><br />
Also, don't miss their event highlight of the day, i.e. the KL Bird Park Bird Show happening at the semi-open air Amphitheater at 12.30pm and 3.30pm daily. I have missed it while there! The Amphitheater has a 400 seating capacity with a first-come-first-serve seating arrangement.<br />
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<strong>Hornbill Park</strong><br />
The magnificently landscaped Hornbill Park is home to their majestic pair of Rhinoceros Hornbill, one of the largest hornbill species in the world.<br />
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<strong>Brahminy Land</strong><br />
Brahminy Land exhibits Malaysia’s KL Bird Park collection of Brahminy Kites, one of the local bird of prey species in Malaysia. Watch these awesome predators in action during the Eagle Feeding at 2.30pm daily. <br />
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<strong>Bird Gallery & Education Center</strong><br />
This is a bird gallery and education center for visitors to learn more on the many aspects of bird life.<br />
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<strong>Flamingo Pond</strong><br />
This is perfect for us to catch a glimpse of their Flamingos that gracefully sun-bathing in a beautifully landscaped pond complete with a scenic man-made waterfall.<br />
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Think it is good for me to let you visit those interesting places in Malaysia’s KL Bird Park to discover further about this exciting world of feathered friends and enthralling sights by yourself.Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-53678439468937498662009-08-15T00:34:00.000-07:002010-04-09T13:55:00.546-07:00Danny Kaye Song to Europe’s Longest Pedestrian Street – The StrogetDo you want or like to:<br /><ul><li>See Europe's longest pedestrian shopping street;</li><li>A little mermaid born in 1913 that has attracted over a million visitors a year; and</li><li>Mouth-watering restaurants and lively bars</li></ul>...read more <a href="http://www.journeyonearth.com/danny-kaye-song-to-europe%E2%80%99s-longest-pedestrian-street-%E2%80%93-the-stroget" target="_blank">The Stroget - Tourist Attractions, Places of Interest, Places to Visit, Places to See, Interesting Places, Smart Travel Tips, Event and Festival...</a><br /><br /><img alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5370091868130468226" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2XYgnb0pF0_vTEwPnua79AGNqj690M3LXi1aB-Mg4vwYKWOQhI6OKjZ46opfZsf-oewiiwCzi5dMKu11V6ez4ipxR4waJ_tJFZ3_uBWgXvmLkEWF7x8ZigJLwXpAOdQ5Gp0GO-pDHV4kS/s400/Stroget-Copenhagen.png" style="display: block; height: 253px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" border="0" /><br /><div align="center">The Stroget - Europe’s Longest Pedestrian Street<br /></div>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-2759568062835198672009-08-14T18:37:00.000-07:002010-04-07T06:35:13.597-07:00Smart Family Travel TipsMany have said that vacationing is never going to be the same as it was pre-children, for instance, what we needed pre-children traveling to those places of interest was a book, a margarita, a mobile computer, and perhaps a bikini...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.journeyonearth.com/smart-family-travel-tips" target="_blank"> read more</a>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-50340460728857545492009-08-07T14:53:00.000-07:002009-11-14T04:49:50.282-08:00Dublin – Friendliest City in EuropeMany who went there say that Dublin is a city rich in museums and galleries; I definitely agreed to this statement. And if you want to see the finest collective of Georgian architecture ever built, just walk down Henrietta Street to the nearby King's Inns building.<br />
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I am not too sure is this the reason that make Dublin a favorite tourist spot, and that people like to say that Dublin is a place that pulses with energy and life by day and night. One thing I am sure is that if we were to visit the area around the river and the famous O'Connell Bridge, it summarizes one unarguable truth about modern Dublin, i.e. with more than half the population under 25, and fun-lovers jetting in from all over Europe. Notable areas in this context are Temple Bar with its winding, cobbled thoroughfares, and the streets around St Stephen's Green. <br />
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<div></div><div>What are those interesting places that we should not miss?<br />
</div><ul><li>Packed Grafton Street with its buskers, artists and tourists, that symbolizing the vibrant character of Dublin, a 'young' city.</li>
<li>Guinness Storehouse in St James's Gate, to worship at the temple of the black stuff, although many said this is an expensive visit.</li>
<li>The Chester Beatty Library at Dublin Castle, with an astonishing collection of manuscripts and ancient art. In fact Dublin Castle is a must see by itself. </li>
<li>Trinity College's 16th century precinct, with the Old Library containing Ireland's most famous book, the illuminated 8th century manuscript known as the Book of Kells.</li>
<li>Dublin's Main Post Office on O'Connell Street, where Patrick Pearse proclaimed Irish independence on Easter Day in 1916 and the bullet holes that sum up the British response.</li>
<li>The Dublin Writers' Museum in Parnell Square, dedicated to the Dublin's incomparable literary history.</li>
</ul><div>When should we visit all those places of interest? Any time, as the city never sleeps and is popular for weekend breaks, and St Patrick's Day (17 March) is very special though!<br />
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Before I forget, Dublin was voted 'friendliest city in Europe' in 2007! <br />
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From what I know, the completed collection is set to debut in Fall or Winter in 2009, whereby a high quality laptop backpack and 75cm duffel upright is set to be rolled out. Good news is that this premium travel gear collection will be distributed by Samsonite in its stores, as well as in the most exclusive bags and leather goods shops worldwide.<br />
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You may want to know that the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes F1 team has been traveling with the prototype styles since the first Grand Prix of the 2009 season in Australia.<br />
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Till we talk next time to other places of interest!Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-4148519334153857502009-07-25T21:46:00.000-07:002010-04-20T06:11:58.823-07:00Hoh Chi Minh City & Saigon – The Pearl of the Far EastThis great city is the fast-beating heart of Vietnam. It is dynamic and industrious, serving as the country's economic and cultural focus, although it does not change much from those pre-Communist days.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.journeyonearth.com/hoh-chi-minh-city-saigon-%E2%80%93-the-pearl-of-the-far-east" target="_blank">...read more</a>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-60450499163772695302009-07-25T00:44:00.000-07:002009-07-25T00:52:59.132-07:00Sleeping During Long TravelsI have recently read a health article on sleeping during long travels, and would like to highlight that sleeping a lot during long-distance travel be it to our places of interest or for business purposes, and whether by plane or by car, can increase the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT).<br /><br />DVT is a blood clot that forms in the deep veins of our legs which can travel unnoticed through the blood stream and lodge in the brain, lungs, heart or other areas causing severe damage to our organs. Noticeable symptoms include pain and tenderness, swelling, redness and increased warmth in one leg.<br /><br />To avoid sleeping too much during long travels, it cautions that travelers are advised to get up and walk around at least every two hours, and to avoid sleeping more than four hours at a time. For those who are unable to do so, they should extend both their legs and exercise while seated. They should also drink more water or juices, wear loose-fitting clothing, eat light meals and limit their alcohol consumption.<br /><br />For <a href="http://www.likealbum.com/prescription-medications-drug-discount.php" target="_blank">health and wellness</a> sake, the conclusion is to avoid sleeping too much during long travels.Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-56870553376132434032009-07-05T14:30:00.000-07:002010-04-13T07:13:13.609-07:00Mexico City – City of Superlatives<div align="left">Mexico City, is the oldest, highest, and most populous city in North America. A rich and diverse culture thrives today in this modern metropolis, where jacaranda trees soften the cityscape, the sound of mariachi bands can delight our ears, and....<a href="http://www.journeyonearth.com/mexico-city-%E2%80%93-city-of-superlatives" target="_blank">read more</a><br /></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><img alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5355092220813341874" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5b_o51lV2TD2UHgOtjEqubRme0MQlq5lHAqTWHb6fWHICc5DhyX6VnZsvlrkx16hpnWbqqJ0ZOLNELrTqtv1jM1PDe_5lNWnvB3Usje4iq7-7obkayvSm9rCjdHhXc4ZQzcYGVfysQ-V2/s400/MexicoCity.jpg" style="display: block; height: 303px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" border="0" />Mexico City at Night<br /></div><div align="left"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5355092932992321890" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQlJXTa-xOk2l6QwD3fZo1ZuACE1016DYQjfefGyQdmLPyqt7xM4VoHc02BMBmgpz8Hcq5UqphRPdqirwXmhTLooJ8lhblF3arG0o0ib1jo18pKLJf_w3-C6TJQrFKv27UMUepBmtuw1hu/s400/Mexico+City+-+Angel+of+Independence+Monument.jpg" style="display: block; height: 380px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 250px;" border="0" />The Angel of Independence monument, Palace of Fine Arts<br /></div>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-25591691558954485842009-07-04T21:09:00.000-07:002010-04-04T14:15:43.145-07:00The Travel Tipping EtiquetteAsk anyone anywhere what a good tip is and most likely we’ll get the same answer, i.e. whatever the level of service merits. However, if we take a closer look, we will know that tipping is a practice heavily rooted in cultural context.<br /><br />Believe you will agree with me that doing a good deed, it turns out, can get pretty complicated...<br /><a href="http://www.journeyonearth.com/the-travel-tipping-etiquette" target="_blank">read more</a>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-89377202050575054662009-03-11T15:19:00.000-07:002009-11-16T05:10:35.813-08:00All inclusive vacation packages - Spring Break SaleExpedia, the world's no. 1 online travel agency is having its biggest sales of the year, i.e. Expedia's <span id="lw_1236805384_1">Spring Break</span> Sale!<br /><br />Here are the details for their <span id="lw_1236805384_2">spring break vacations</span>, deals and promotions:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-2718966-10655845" target="_blank">The Expedia Spring Break: Free Nights – Get your last night FREE at over 700 hotels</a> - Expires 4/9/09<img height="1" src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/image-2718966-10655845" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2718966-10526477" target="_blank">Spring Vacation Package Sale: Flight + 4 nights from $158!</a> - Expires 4/9/09<img height="1" src="http://www.awltovhc.com/image-2718966-10526477" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><strong><u>NEW: Expedia Weekly Air Deal</u></strong><br /><br /><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2718966-10522573" target="_blank">Expedia Flights: Book Any Flight Without Booking Fees! Valid on flights booked by 5/31/09.</a><br /><img height="1" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-2718966-10522573" width="1" border="0" /><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10642104" target="_blank">U.S. fares on sale! Fly Roundtrip from $74+</a> Expires - 3/16/09<img height="1" src="http://www.awltovhc.com/image-2718966-10642104" width="1" border="0" /><br /><u><strong></strong></u><br /><u><strong>NEW: Expedia Weekly Hotel Deal<br /></strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2718966-10550334" target="_blank">Save up to 40% on Hotel Stays in San Francisco!</a> - Expires 3/17/09<img height="1" src="http://www.awltovhc.com/image-2718966-10550334" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10526476" target="_blank">Great Values on Top Brands: Hilton, Marriot, Ramada, Holiday Inn & more from $39 a night!</a> - Expires 4/3/09<img height="1" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-2718966-10526476" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><strong><u>NEW: Expedia Weekly Vacation Package Deal</u> </strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10522604" target="_blank">Last Minute St. Patrick’s Day Travel Deals - Hotels from $24!</a> - Expires 3/17/09<img height="1" src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/image-2718966-10522604" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2718966-10522612" target="_blank">Mexico: Book early and save! 4+ Night Packages from $269 including Air!</a> - Expires 4/1/09<img height="1" src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/image-2718966-10522612" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-2718966-10522612" target="_blank">Mexico: Book early and save! 4+ Night Packages from $269 including Air!</a> - Expires 4/1/09<img height="1" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-2718966-10522612" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><u><strong>NEW: Expedia Weekly Cruise Deal<br /></strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-2718966-10522614" target="_blank">Disney Cruise Line: Save up to $220 per person!</a> - Expires 3/31/09<img height="1" src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/image-2718966-10522614" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><strong><u>NEW: Expedia Weekly Car Rental Deal</u></strong><br /><br /><a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-2718966-10522595" target="_blank">Alamo: $15 Off Your 3-day Rental!</a> - Expires 3/31/09<img height="1" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-2718966-10522595" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><u><strong>NEW: Expedia Weekly Seasonal Deal</strong></u><br /><br /><a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-2718966-10522618" target="_blank">Booking for Spring Break? Check out Expedia's ten amazing beach trips.</a> - Expires 3/31/09<img height="1" src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/image-2718966-10522618" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><strong><u>NEW: Expedia Weekly Activity Deal<br /></u></strong><br /><a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-2718966-10522619" target="_blank">Book Puerto Vallarta Activities - Snorkeling trips, zip line advetures & more!</a> - Expires 3/31/09<img height="1" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-2718966-10522619" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2718966-10522620" target="_blank">Save up to 25% on shows, theme parks, safaris and more in Orlando when you book your tickets on Expedia.</a> - Expires 3/25/09<img height="1" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-2718966-10522620" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><strong><u>Expedia Canada Weekly Hotel Deal</u></strong><br /><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10550334" target="_blank">Save up to 40% on Hotel Stays in San Francisco!</a> - Expires 3/17/09<img height="1" src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/image-2718966-10550334" width="1" border="0" /><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10550339" target="_blank">Save up to 40% on Hotel Stays in Chicago!</a> - Expires 3/17/09<img height="1" src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/image-2718966-10550339" width="1" border="0" />Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-39121866466753561372009-03-11T07:08:00.000-07:002010-05-13T12:46:56.841-07:00Follow me to Lisbon, PortugalEnjoy vibrant nightlife and fado (i.e. Portuguese folk music)? We may want to start our day by visiting Belem Tower, which was built in 1515 and was erected as a fortress to guard the entrance to the Lisbon Harbour...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.journeyonearth.com/follow-me-to-lisbon-portugal" target="_blank">read more</a>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-34393656288308170102009-03-09T15:00:00.000-07:002009-11-16T05:12:09.038-08:00Spring Break Hotels Deals and Last Minute Vacation DealsSpring Break is around the corner, what follows are some great discount hotels deals and last minute vacations deals brought to you by Hotels.com. Save 25%, 30%, or 45% on hotels whether you're looking to soak up some sun with a <span id="lw_1236631419_1">beach getaway</span>, play a round of golf at a 4 star resort, or hit the slopes with a ski vacation.<br /><br />Guess no matter the occasion for traveling to your places of interest, we may want to see their <strong>Top March Deals</strong> below:<br /><br />New! <a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10656388" target="_blank">Florida Keys Resort Sale: Save up to 30% on 4 Star Resorts! exp 4/30/09</a><br /><br />New! <a href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-2718966-10656389" target="_blank">Ski Condo Sale: Save up to 25% in Whistler, BC. exp 4/15/09</a><br /><br />New! <a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10656390" target="_blank">Caribbean on Sale: Save up to 45% in St. Lucia, Barbados, St. Martin and more! exp 4/30/09</a><br /><br />Featured Coupon! <a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10520743" target="_blank">Hotel Coupon - $30 off with 5 night booking!</a><br /><br />New! <a href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-2718966-10652142" target="_blank">Spring Sale: Save up to 30% on hotels in Washington DC! Book by 4/13/09 for travel from now until 4/30/09.</a><br /><br />New! <a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2718966-10652145" target="_blank">Spring Sale: Save up to 30% on hotels in Memphis! Book by 4/13/09 for travel from now until 4/30/09.</a><br /><br />New! <a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2718966-10654025" target="_blank">Spring Sale: Save up to 30% on hotels in San Francisco! Book by 4/13/09 for travel from now until 4/30/09.</a><br /><br /><strong>New Last Minute Deals expire 3/15/09</strong><br /><br /><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2718966-10593653" target="_blank">Weekly Last Minute Deal! Philadelphia from $48! Travel by Mar 15th, 2009</a><br /><a href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-2718966-10593656" target="_blank">Weekly Last Minute Deal! Daytona Beach from $51! Travel by Mar 15th, 2009</a><br /><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2718966-10593654" target="_blank">Weekly Last Minute Deal! Las Vegas from $30! Travel by Mar 15th, 2009</a><br /><br /><strong>Top Golf Destinations!</strong><br /><br />Score your hole in one at these unforgettable golf destinations in some of the world's most pristine locations. Enjoy Spring Savings of up to 30% when we book by 4/13/09.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2718966-10656391?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftravel.ian.com%2Findex.jsp%3FpageName%3DhotNetList%26cid%3D131241%26city%3DFt%2BLauderdale%26stateProvince%3DFL%26country%3DUS" target="_blank">Top Golf Destination: Ft. Lauderdale - hotels from $70</a><br /><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2718966-10656391?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftravel.ian.com%2Findex.jsp%3FpageName%3DhotNetList%26cid%3D131241%26city%3DHilton%2BHead%26stateProvince%3DSC%26country%3DUS" target="_blank">Top Golf Destination: Hilton Head - hotels from $41</a><br /><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2718966-10656391?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftravel.ian.com%2Findex.jsp%3FpageName%3DhotNetList%26cid%3D131241%26city%3DPalm%2BSprings%26stateProvince%3DCA%26country%3DUS" target="_blank">Top Golf Destination: Palm Springs - hotels from $60</a><br /><a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-2718966-10656391?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftravel.ian.com%2Findex.jsp%3FpageName%3DhotNetList%26cid%3D131241%26city%3DPhoenix%26stateProvince%3DAZ%26country%3DUS" target="_blank">Top Golf Destination: Phoenix - hotels from $50</a><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10656391?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftravel.ian.com%2Findex.jsp%3FpageName%3DhotNetList%26cid%3D131241%26city%3DSan%2BAntonio%26stateProvince%3DTX%26country%3DUS" target="_blank">Top Golf Destination: San Antonio - hotels from $50</a><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10656391?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftravel.ian.com%2Findex.jsp%3FpageName%3Dactivities%26currencyCode%3DUSD%26additionalDataString%3DvrBookingSource%257Cindex%26locale%3Den_US%26cid%3D131241%26activity%3Dgolf%26submit%3DOUR%2BPICKS" target="_blank">See More Top Golf Destinations!</a><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10656391?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftravel.ian.com%2Findex.jsp%3Fcid%3D131241%26pageName%3Dpromo" target="_blank">Save even more with the Exclusive Rebate when you stay 3+ nights!</a><br /><br />Cheers and do enjoy these great discount vacation packages!Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-25845621329313458842009-03-09T05:48:00.000-07:002009-11-14T07:51:08.564-08:00Best Travel Deals, Specials and Packages - Save Now, Love Forever at Sandals Resorts!Just came to my attention that for the month of March, Sandals Resorts is extending its 3 Free Nights Promotion!<br /><br />Guests who book a minimum of three-night stay by March 31st, 2009 will receive up to 60% off plus up to 3 nights Free. Also, this offer is available at all 12 resort locations in Jamaica, Antigua, St. Lucia, and The Bahamas. We may want to know that the first quarter is always their top booking period, hence, do take advantage of this Caribbean's most romantic, luxury included resorts offer. Additionally, guests who stay for seven nights or longer at Sandals Grande Ocho Rios can get a $250 Red Lane Spa Credit too.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-2718966-10568749" target="_blank"><img height="125" alt="Exclusive Sale at Sandals Resorts" hspace="8" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-2718966-10568749" width="125" align="left" border="0" /></a><u><strong>Details of promotion</strong></u>:<br />Booking Window<strong>:</strong> Now - <span id="lw_1236601453_11">March 31, 2009</span><br />Travel Window<strong>:</strong> Now – <span id="lw_1236601453_12">December 26, 2009</span><br />Blackout Dates<strong>: </strong><span id="lw_1236601453_13">December 27 – 31, 2009</span><br /><br />Minimum Stay<strong>:</strong> 3 nights<br />Wish you could find something in this Save Now, Love Forever at Sandals Resorts travel deals!Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-22170045382565591312009-03-08T17:12:00.000-07:002009-11-14T07:53:02.475-08:00Disneyland vacation packages and Last minute vacations dealsSouthwest Airlines Vacations is having some attractive vacation packages, details as follows:<br /><br /><u><strong>New Disneyland® Resort Sale</strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2718966-10645554" target="_blank">Everyone Plays for the Kids' Price at the Disneyland® Resort! Plus, receive up to a $150 Disney Gift Card. Book 3/6 - 3/27.</a><br /> <img height="1" src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/image-2718966-10645554" width="1" border="0" /><br /><u><strong>New Las Vegas Sale</strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10642071" target="_blank">Save $80 on The Best of Las Vegas and receive FREE shuttle service. Use Promo Code MGMMAR80. Book 3/6 - 3/12.</a> <img height="1" src="http://www.awltovhc.com/image-2718966-10642071" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><u><strong>New Orleans Sale</strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2718966-10657052" target="_blank">Packages starting at $211 per person! Reduced room rates at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. Book 3/6 - 8/9.</a> <img height="1" src="http://www.awltovhc.com/image-2718966-10657052" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><u><strong>New Reno Sale</strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2718966-10657058" target="_blank">Save $60 to Reno at the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino or the Tuscany Tower at the Peppermill. Use Promo Code PEPMAR60! Book 3/6 - 3/26.</a> <img height="1" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-2718966-10657058" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><strong><u>New Ski Sale</u></strong><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10657064" target="_blank">Save $100 on a ski vacation to Utah! Use Promo Code SNOW. Book 3/2 - 3/31.</a><br /> <img height="1" src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/image-2718966-10657064" width="1" border="0" /><br /><u><strong>Ski Sale</strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2718966-10642077" target="_blank">Save up to $150 on a Ski Vacation Package! Plus, receive reduced ski lift ticket rates. Use promo code SKI120. Book 1/23 - 3/12.</a> <img height="1" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-2718966-10642077" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><u><strong>Las Vegas Sale</strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10592483" target="_blank">Save $50 when you stay 3 nts or more at any Vegas hotel. Use Promo Code LASMAR50 and receive FREE shuttle service. Book 2/27 - 3/12.</a> <img height="1" src="http://www.awltovhc.com/image-2718966-10592483" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><strong><u>Walt Disney World® Resort Sale</u></strong><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10555562" target="_blank">Celebrate 3 FREE nights at the Walt Disney World® Resort plus receive a $150 Disney Gift Card if you travel in July! Book 3/6 - 3/29/09.</a> <img height="1" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-2718966-10555562" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><u><strong>San Francisco & Los Angeles Sale</strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-2718966-10630220" target="_blank">Get your 3rd night <b>FREE</b> when you book a package and stay at a Joie de Vivre Hotel! Book 2/20 - 4/30.</a> <img height="1" src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/image-2718966-10630220" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><u><strong>Tax Refund Deals</strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10653024" target="_blank">Turn your tax refund into vacation memories! Click here for our latest and greatest deals! Book 2/20 - 5/31.</a> <img height="1" src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/image-2718966-10653024" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><u><strong>Sheraton Vistana Resort Orlando</strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-2718966-10645561" target="_blank">3 FREE nights at Sheraton’s Vistana Resort in Orlando! Plus, SAVE an additional $150! Use Promo Code <b>VISTANA150</b>. Book 2/3 - 4/30.</a> <img height="1" src="http://www.awltovhc.com/image-2718966-10645561" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><u><strong>Last Minute Deals</strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2718966-10649630" target="_blank">Wanna Get Away Now? Save <b>BIG</b> when you book a last-minute deals! Check back often as they change frequently. Ready, set, go!</a> <img height="1" src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/image-2718966-10649630" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br /><u><strong>Universal Orlando® Sale</strong></u><br /><a href="http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-2718966-10630259" target="_blank">Receive 3 FREE nights at the Universal Orlando® Resort. Book 12/22 - 3/29.</a>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-67633745291888735622009-03-07T04:54:00.000-08:002010-05-08T16:25:33.942-07:00Rome – the capital of a sophisticated and forward thinking nation<div align="left">I believe if you have been to Rome before, you will find that no other city comes close like Rome (a city of Italy). No doubt, it is no longer the capital of the world, but Rome is certainly an epic, bubbling-over metropolis harbouring lost empires. In fact, those who...<a href="http://www.journeyonearth.com/rome-–-the-capital-of-a-sophisticated-and-forward-thinking-nation" target="_blank">read more</a><br /><br /></div><div align="left"></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"></div><img alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5310429129507539938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1LSPacPFhoXkfD-lwipaLGtD5SxNR8u4uOYJGZH1XKtNw3IaTBpUHs11p1CzGtFZ3KfuSnYjhwKImlXrbHL1Gt-HX42sbnku0NQklMiUe9kk5PLkbtXOCujI0X95qybD-m-9j18ZL1T-M/s400/Colosseum-2.jpg" style="display: block; height: 362px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" border="0" /><br /><div align="center">The Colosseum, many consider it as the ultimate icon of Rome, and is recognized the world over to represent Rome, Italy and Ancient Romans.<br /></div>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-1180526284671035672009-03-03T14:22:00.000-08:002009-11-14T05:07:40.201-08:00Keep Our Laptop Travel-safeNeed to prevent thief making off with your laptop while on the go or worries about forgetting your computer at a restaurant or taxi? I believe you have heard countless stories about this, right?<br />
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The following travel-safe strategies might help to certain extent:<br />
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<strong>Use a nondescript bag</strong><br />
Corey Sandler, author of Laptop For Dummies suggests removing any computer logos from our bag as it only advertises its expensive contents.<br />
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<strong>Know our numbers</strong><br />
It is advisable to write down our laptop's serial and model numbers (can usually be found at the bottom of our laptop). They'll come in handy if we need to report a loss.<br />
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<strong>Keep our password separate</strong><br />
Do you have an inclination to write down your passwords on a piece of paper and leave it in your laptop bag? Please “Never” as it will only make it easier for the thief to access our information.<br />
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<strong>Don’t lose sight of our laptop</strong><br />
For example, when at the airport, try to place our laptop together with our coat and shoes through the airport X-ray machine. Remember to pass through the metal detector at the same time as our computer passes the scanning machine. Who knows someone unwanted can keep track of the items behind us.<br />
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<strong>Encrypt the data</strong><br />
I believe with Windows XP and Windows Vista, it is easier for us to encrypt important files and folders. That is to say that even if someone gains access to our files, encryption gives us another layer of protection.<br />
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<strong>Display our contact information</strong><br />
Always make sure our bag has tags bearing our name and phone number but for safety reason we should never include our home and office addresses or even the name of our company.<br />
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<strong>Avoid leaving our laptop in the hotel room</strong><br />
It is good to know that the hotel room may not be completely secure. In this case, by putting the "do not disturb" sign on the door might help.Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-75779446847599480632009-03-02T13:45:00.000-08:002009-03-02T14:22:02.424-08:00Vacation Packages, Travel Deals and Promotions in the French Alps<p>Here is a last-minute ski offers from PV-Holidays for next week 7th -14th March. Basically, we can get <img src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/image-3133902-10533522" width="1" height="1" border="0"/><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-3133902-10533522" target="_blank" onmouseover="window.status='http://www.pv-holidays.com/';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;">20% off a wide number of MGM, Pierre & Vacances and Maeva residences in the French Alps</a>. To what I know, this includes short breaks at a number of residences. The deal includes popular destinations such as Val Thorens, Plagne, Val D'Isere, Avoriaz, Alpe D'Huez and much more.</p><p>This vacation travel deal and promotion includes:</p><p><strong>Pierre & Vacances - quality 4-5 star self-catering residences often with pools and ski hire on site</strong></p><ul><li>Isola 2000, Residence Pierre & Vacances Les Terrasses d'Azur - 1/2 bedrooms apartments for up to 7 people from £81 per person.</li><li>Val Thorens, Residence Les Temples du Soleil - studios to 2 bed apartments for up to 7 people from £152 per person.</li><li>Avoriaz, Residence Les Balcons du Soleil - studios to 3 bed apartments for up to 8 people from £166 per person.</li></ul><p><strong>Maeva - great value self-catering ski residences in all the top French resorts</strong></p><ul><li>Plage Bellecote, Residence Maeva Bellecote - 1 bedroom apartments for up to 5 people from £94 per person.</li><li>Arc 1800, Residence Maeva Charmettoger - studios and 1 bed apartments for up to 7 people from £125 per person.</li></ul><p><strong>Residences MGM - stylish alpine apartments with heated pools and spas on site</strong></p><ul><li>Les Houches, Les Hauts de Chavants - 1 bedroom apartments for between 3 and 5 people from £108 per person.</li><li>Arc 1800, Les Alpages de Chantel - 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for up to 6 people from £162 per person.</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>Another exciting and attractive vacation packages by CheapCaribbean is their "<a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-3133902-10655420" target="_blank" onmouseover="window.status='http://www.cheapcaribbean.com/?&WT.mc_id=cap';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;">Best of Barbados Sale</a>." The sale is launched today March 2, 2009 and will run thru April 1, 2009!</p><p>Do enjoy and you may want to grab whatever travel and vacation deals, promotions and packages available for traveling to your places of interest!</p><p></p>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-69659145844732838142009-03-01T13:58:00.000-08:002009-11-14T07:56:46.027-08:00Save on fares to Europe Travel Deals and Promotions with Air France US<a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2718966-10655008" target="_blank">Save on fares to Europe with Air France US. Fares starting at $149 each way from Houston, NY and Philadelphia. Sales ends 3/11/09</a> <img height="1" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/image-2718966-10655008" width="1" border="0" /><br /><br />Air France US has released the following <strong>web fares to </strong><strong>Europe</strong><strong> starting at $149 each way</strong> from Houston, NY and <span id="lw_1235944250_2">Philadelphia</span>. Fares are available for travel between February 13th, through <span id="lw_1235944250_3">May 15th, 2009</span> and must be purchased at least 7 days in advance. Web fare <strong>sale ends <span id="lw_1235944250_4"></span></strong><strong>on March 11th, 2009</strong>.<br /><br /><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="1"><tbody><tr><td width="100">Houston<br /></td><td width="150"><span id="lw_1235944250_7">London</span><br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150"><span id="lw_1235944250_8">Amsterdam</span><br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"><span id="lw_1235944250_9">New York</span><br /></td><td width="150">Brussels<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150"><span id="lw_1235944250_10">Zurich</span><br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150"><span id="lw_1235944250_11">Frankfurt</span><br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150">Munich<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150"><span id="lw_1235944250_12">Copenhagen</span><br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150"><span id="lw_1235944250_13">Malaga</span><br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$181<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150">Barcelona<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150">Madrid<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150">Nice<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150">Paris<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150">Edinburgh<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150">London<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150"><span id="lw_1235944250_14">Manchester</span><br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150"><span id="lw_1235944250_15">Catania</span><br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$219<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150">Milan<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150"><span id="lw_1235944250_16">Pisa</span><br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$169<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150"><span id="lw_1235944250_17">Rome</span><br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150">Venice<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$169<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100"></td><td width="150">Amsterdam<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr><tr><td width="100">Philadelphia<br /></td><td width="150">Frankfurt<br /></td><td width="70"><div align="center">$149<br /></div></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br />Happy travel to your places of interest on earth!Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-13272847389648199052009-02-28T22:42:00.000-08:002009-11-14T05:09:25.387-08:00Want a deep sea adventure holiday?Like the idea of swimming alongside a graceful manta ray or coming face-to-face with all kinds of undersea creatures?<br />
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Well, whether we are in the reefs of South China Sea or the far-flung Caribbean islands, there are hundreds of diving destinations just waiting for us to explore. So how do we choose? It's always best to start at home. For Malaysians, it is good to start at some of Malaysia's top dive sites like Redang, Perhentian, Tioman and Sipadan.<br />
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Whatever it is, get ourselves certified as a diver first, once through, the ocean is our oyster! In this case, we may need to look out for PADI (i.e. short for Professional Association of Diving Instructors) dive courses, which offer recognised diving certificates. It is good to know that recreational scuba diving is a sport that opens to any age, size and gender, i.e. just about anyone can become a diver.<br />
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With this, and wherever we go for our future diving holiday, we can rent scuba gear from any dive centre. Sound good to be adventurous and want to try it out, right? Once you start diving, I believe you'll discover the natural beauty of the underwater world, and a deeper appreciation for the environment.<br />
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On the same note, scuba diving is believed to be the "new yoga," as it gives similar results, i.e. that our body becomes relaxed whilst swimming in a gravity-free environment. Likewise, doing slow breathing exercises during diving is just like meditation, and observing beautiful sea life is stimulating, don’t you agree with me?<br />
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Think it is time for us to plan a diving excursion to places of interest now!Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-87722450279748155092009-02-28T21:47:00.000-08:002010-04-13T07:21:54.148-07:00Prague – Europe best preserved beautiful city with good luck statueWant to visit the best preserved cities in Europe? How about the ideas of visiting all its attractions within walking distance of one another? Sound great, right?<br /><br />One such interesting place I can think of is...<a href="http://www.journeyonearth.com/prague-%E2%80%93-europe-best-preserved-beautiful-city-with-good-luck-statue" target="_blank">read more</a>Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5317228587428336788.post-73153734802145812552009-01-10T00:15:00.000-08:002009-11-14T05:11:16.193-08:00Interesting Places and Hot Spot in Bangkok, ThailandMany have said that Bangkok is magical, but where exactly those interesting places?<br />
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Known as the Venice of Asia, Bangkok is also famous for its many canals, floating markets and of course the notorious traffic jams. Not to forget that the giant reclining statue of Buddha at the Wat Pho temple (a must see and should be on everyone’s Bangkok places of interest travel itinerary) is another landmark.<br />
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To visit those must see, let us start with the stunning majestic Thai-European architecture, i.e. Royal Grand Palace. My favorite things is to hire a longtail boat just before sunset and work my way upriver toward the Grand Palace to see it lit up at night. We can actually stop at Wat Arun or the Royal Barges on our way up during daylight provided they are still open, and wander the little canals on our way up and back. Next, head to Vimanmek Mansion Museum to feast our eyes on artefacts made from porcelain, silver and perhaps gold, or some rare finds raised from Thailand's ocean-bed. Take a boat tour down the canals that make up the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.<br />
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Wanted a taste of Bangkok's bustling night life? I will walk down hip Kaosan Road. Like shopping? Believe shopholics will love Siam Square with its designer wear and bargain buys!<br />
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No worries about food and board, as they are not that expensive. In fact, food there is cheap and easily accessible from food carts and eateries. For example, the chain there like Anna's Café serves yummy Thai fare for less than US$2 per dish. For lodgings, Wood Lands Inn on Chareon Krung Road offers clean rooms at US$26 per twin room basis.<br />
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Another interesting fact we may want to know when visiting those interesting places in Bangkok is that Thais do eat with a fork and a spoon and not just with chopsticks, i.e. Thais used chopsticks when eating Chinese dishes.Hui Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11046471844578371734noreply@blogger.com5