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What does eco-tourism and being sustainable really mean? Is that just recycling the trash or turning off a few lights?

At Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge in Costa Rica, sustainability means much more. The Costa Rica rainforest lodge is one of only three dozen hotels in Costa Rica that have received the highest rating of Five Leaves in the Certification for Sustainable Tourism Program (CST).

Created by the Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT), the CST program rates and certifies tourism businesses base

Green season at Rincon de la Vieja Volcano in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, means more water flowing everywhere. Time for those exhilarating river tubing trips on the Negro River. And time for waterfalls.

Four major waterfalls flow at Rincon de la Vieja by Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin, and all of them have pools where you can swim in refreshing, pure water. Getting there is an adventure – either by hiking or horseback riding. Almost all waterfall tours from the Hacienda Guachipelin Adventure Center last

If you like your personal space, or don’t like crowds, possibly China isn’t really the place for you. The country has so many attractions, some of which are World Heritage Sites, so not only do they attract visitors from all over the world, but the Chinese themselves are extremely mobile, and like to see what is to be seen.

Some guide-books complain about this. ‘If you were expecting …. you will be disappointed’ says one. I saw a lot of stuff; most of it was crowded. But, one thing I wasn’t was

Day 1: Nairobi – Kisumu ( Port Victoria)

After breakfast, depart Nairobi via the breathtaking views of the great rift valley trough, to Kit - Mikayi via the third largest town in Kenya, Kisumu arriving early in the afternoon for lunch, then proceed to explore this legendary stone of the Luo community of western Kenya. You will be surprised to reveal some of the deepest secrets behind this 60 meters tall tor, and why the Legion Maria sect followers come here for prayers and fasting. Dinner and Ove

Hotels in Paharganj are much sought after by those on a budget, backpackers, and other foreign travelers. Proximity to the railway station, shopping opportunities, coupled with a wide variety of accommodation choices makes this area quite popular with visitors. Today it may be hard to believe but during the Mughal Era (yes this place boasts of a rich history), Paharganj used to be a prominent suburb. Its location is just outside of Ajmeri Gate an entrance to the Walled City of yore. At that time

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Kelly Rutherford moves FASHION FORWARD at Mercado Global’s annual benefit, raising funds for sustainable fashion.

6:30-7:30 pm: VIP reception, moderated conversation with special guests
and meet-and-greet
7:30-10 pm: Cocktails, farm-fresh fare, live music, and an exclusive raffle

On Oct 1st, actress Kelly Rutherford, former “Gossip Girl” star & advocate for women and girls, will be honored at Mercado Global’s fourth annual benefit, Fashion Forward, at Hôtel Americano in N

A cool, salty sea breeze was blowing in from across the bay. It brought with it the distinct sound of barking sea lions. We wandered along the pier searching for the source of the noise. And here we happened upon the perfect spot from which to watch the sunset.

From our vantage point on K dock, Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge glistened a fiery orange in the distance. The middle ground abounded with anchored watercraft, wooden docks and a picturesque lighthouse.

You have to require a number of researches earlier than you can go up Mount Kilimanjaro :

• You have to need book your air flights.
• You have to need to arrange your visa.
• You have to need to get the necessary vaccinations.
• You have to need to purchase or rent the essential gear.
• You have to need to get yourself into shape.

Booking your flights

If you book your Kilimanjaro trip as of out of the country then your hiking organization will probable as well organise your Kilimanjaro flight for y

Hotels near Chandigarh railway station are a natural choice for the visitors who come here. After all, you will need to return home once your stay is over. Also, you may want to travel by connecting train to another location from the capital city of Punjab and Haryana. In such a scenario, finding accommodations quite near the station area makes complete sense. The railway station here is located at the outskirts of the city between Panchkula and Chandigarh. Its location is on broad gauge Ambala

8 DAYS MASAI MARA/ L. NAIVASHA AND MOUNT KENYA CLIMBING :Sirimon - Route

Day 1: Nairobi/Masaai Mara

Leave Nairobi at 8.30 am, drive to the view point of the great rift valley, descend the escarpment and drive via Narok to Masai Mara for lunch at the campsite followed by thorough afternoon game drive in Masaai Mara famous for its black manned lions and yearly migration of wildebeests, dinner and overnight budget camping.

Day 2: Full day Masaai Mara.

Spend a full day game viewing with picnic lunches a

Bangalore: “The objective of the CMSB Awards 2014 is to recognize, celebrate and encourage extra ordinary works by eminent personalities in their respective domain” welcomed Bickey Bangari Chairperson of Council of Media And Satellite Broadcasting on the occasion of Award Ceremony at MLR Convention Centre at Bangalore.
“The extra ordinary work contributed by Sandeep Marwah in the field of media education has brought our country to lime light. His efforts are need to be recognized” added Santosh L

Bathed in the cool waters of the Caribbean Sea and located at the Southeast of the country is seated Puerto Viejo de Limon, a place, without doubts, the cradle of Caribbean culture and the ultimate dream for those who want to enjoy the sea and the rainforest . Due to that, many lovers of this culture decided, several years ago, to move here and participate as an active part of the development of this unique place. Could it be the reason why within in less than 3 miles along the beach in Puerto V

South Korea has come a long way, baby, in these past few decades, and may punch above its weight internationally (and even, these days, pop-culturally, thanks to its its government's strenuous promotion efforts), but as a travel destination it's still often gets relatively short shrift compared to many of its neighbors in Asia - unless maybe you're fascinated by Cold-War relics like the DMZ. 

But there are definitely gems sprinkled throughout this country, and for me the shiniest is the city o

From the majesty of the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro, to discovering wildebeest migration adventure holiday and the elegance of the Ngorongoro crater, Tanzania adventure holidays is the product of mixed African wild game and traditional flavour of cultural charm. Let Adventure Panorama holidays take you there. It is easy to view big elephants, black and white rhinos, resident and migrant wildebeests, black manned lions, elusive leopards, giraffes, buffaloes and cheetahs, all within a short time!
The

Lodge Safaris in Tanzania enable travellers to experience real wild adventure at their comfort. We know the best lodges

and will get you there for real experience.  At Adventure Panorama, we will ensure you thoroughly explore the parks and reserves, and be close to game and enjoy amazing Tanzania wild beauty.

 In most cases the game-drives are done in a rather luxurious way or as preferred by the clients themselves although this will always be best determined by the group during the tours.

Here are

International Sufi festival began as a mark of respect to the Sufi Saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chishty (R.A) to spread his message of Peace and Humanity. ‘After the successful completion of three-major International Sufi Festival in Ajmer, the organizers have decided to shift the venue of this grand musical extravaganza to Noida Film City in the month of December 2014’, informed Gulsha Begum President of the festival while addressing the National Press.
“Marwah Studios has been the partne

upper Mustang trek Itinerary Details for USA Group Sep 2014

Sept 04

Arrive Kathmandu

Arrival  Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and Overnight Kedar House in Patan.

Sept 05

Drive to Banepa Metta Centre and Overnight Nala village and see Hari's Family.( 1500m)

Sept 6

Banepa School  activity and Nala New Monastery visit with Neal.

Sept 07

Kathmandu to Pokhara (823m)

Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara  (30 minutes)
Regarding to timing of flight we come to pick up you in the Hotel and drive for few minute

From NMT Images

Pour A Pint in Belfast

Please watch the Belfast, Northern Ireland, 1-minute Video PostCard at the end of this post.

Belfast, Northern Ireland,  is a restless place.  It struggles, like the rest of the country and the UK, of which it’s a part, with a failing economy and severe unemployment.

But we think it’ll be one of the next, best tourist destination when Ireland gets its economic house in order and resumes its growth.

Belfast’s rain drizzled streets are still dotted with classy r

The 5th Annual DREAM EXTREME                               

The Hamptons Weekend of Sept 19-21, 2014: KICKOFF PARTY/BEACHSIDE BASH & KITEBOARDING/DINNER PARTY & AUCTION/KITEBOARDING CLINIC CONTINUES. 

The 5th Annual Dream Extreme will kick off in The Hamptons with kiteboarding clinic, parties and empowering activities. By Day, adventurous and philanthropic men and women will participate in a one-of-a-kind kiteboarding clinic led by World Champions. Pros from around the world will instruct particip