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Phuoc Binh National Park- tranquility of Nature

Phuoc Binh National Park is established on June 8th, 2006 with a total natural area of 19,814 ha. Its target is to enhance riverhead protection capacity for Cai river system in Ninh Thuan prov-ince to serve production and living activities for social and economic development of the South Central area.

Moreover, to preserve biodiversity, to maintain and develop flora and wild fauna species in Tay Nguyen and South Central area, serving scientific research and education tasks on tropical forests, dr

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Vu Quang National Park- evergreen forests

Vu Quang National Park Located in Vu Quang District, north-west of Ha Tinh Province, covers a total area of 52,882ha, 96.7% of which are natural forests. It lies in northern Truong Son (long mountain range) area with an average height of 800m, the slope of 25-35 and many rivers and streams.


61% of the primitive forests are subtropical evergreen forests and tropical evergreen forests with plentiful flora and fauna. There are 307 high-class floral species of 236 genera and 99 families, 60 species o

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Siem Reap isn’t known for its water sports,  but one enterprising local has now made it possible to kayak down the more undiscovered parts of Tonlé Sap lake.

The Tonle Sap Lake (otherwise known as the Great Lake) is a combined lake and river system in Cambodia. It is the largest fresh water lake in Southeast Asia and the richest fishing lake in the World.
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Kayaking on Great Tonle Sap Lake
We would like to invite you to join and experience the wonders of the Great Tonle Sap Lake by Kayak in the amazi
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Notable Floating Markets in Bangkok

9008772900?profile=originalBangkok’s rich culture has more intriguing aspects than its extravagant nightlife. If you are booking Bangkok flights especially to experience the rich culture of the city, make sure floating markets are there in your itinerary. The most popular floating markets in the city are:

Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market

This is one of the closest floating markets to Bangkok. You can easily reach the market by taxi. The best part of this market is that it doesn’t have crowded lanes yet have authenticit

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por Andrés Figueroa Vásquez

Las guías Moon hacen que los viajes independientes y que la exploración de exteriores sea divertida y accesible. Su elaboración es llevada a cabo por turistas expertos quienes reseñan de manera sincera los pormenores de cada lugar, consejos estratégicos de primera; además de datos locales útiles y una buena dosis de buen humor.

Por estas razones, dichos libros han ganado un lugar especial entre los amantes de los viajes al extranjero. El objetivo de la casa editorial e

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Monsoon Trekking

  Nepal is one of the best destinations to explore your holiday .Annapurna Region is very famous for Short Trekking & Hiking; especially Ghorepani-Poon Hill is one of the famous Trekking in Nepal because of an experience culture and awesome Mountains. This trek is well suited for those new to trekking or who have limited time but still want to experience the fascinating culture and awesome natural surroundings that make a real Himalayan experience. This is an excellent opportunity to experience

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Boating and more in Ben Tre

Phung Island is the long strip of green in the Tien River below the arch of Rach Mieu Bridge. Like most of Ben Tre Province, it’s dotted with houses and covered with coconut trees.

 Cau Chua (Pagoda Bridge) Canal

Our visit to Phung, or Phoenix Island, started at the now-defunct Rach Mieu Ferry Station in Tan Thach Commune, Chau Thanh District, on the Ben Tre side of the bridge.

We boarded a small passenger boat and headed off. Along the way our guide pointed out four islands named after sacred anim

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Preservation of Duong Lam Village urged

A draft on the way to preserve and restore the ancient architecture in Ha Noi's Duong Lam Village was reached at a recent meeting of cultural managers and experts.

The participants decided on Thursday at the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism that the hamlets of Mong Phu, Dong Sang, Cam Lam, Doai Giap and Cam Thinh should be preserved.

Temples and pagodas in Mong Phu will be the first to receive restoration work to preserve the old environment. Two-storey buildings will not be permitted, and

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Wednesday, June 19, 2013: The Inaugural St. Jude Spring Social

Please join us for an unforgettable evening of red carpet glamour, savory cuisine & signature cocktails, auction, raffles, surprises, and more at The Inaugural St. Jude Spring Social. All ticket proceeds and donations will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital where no child is turned away because of religion, race, or inability to pay. 7-10 PM at NOIR, 151 E 50th St. http://stjudespringsocial.eventbrite.com

DJ Miles Robbins wi

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by Nellie Huang

9296575690?profile=originalWith its romantic Mediterranean flair, rich cuisine and millennia-old history, Spain has captured the hearts of many – including world-famous Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow. There’s no denying that the 40-year-old celebrity has had a long love affair with Spain: she speaks almost perfect Spanish with an Iberian accent, she’s worked closely with several Spanish directors and she’s even hosted her own culinary show based in Spain.

Paltrow Hails Spain as Her Second Home

“Spain

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I've recently done my Travel Minutes from our radio show on tips.  Here are some of my little-known travel tips & facts:
  • Did you know that mustard can relieve leg cramps?  Well it does! Yellow mustard contains turmeric acid which is an anti-inflammatory. Actually, turmeric has many health benefits.  Check them out at turmerichealthbenefits.org.  So put some of those yellow mustard packets in your bag for those long flights.
  • Fellas, if you forget your shaving cream, don’t fret because you can use t
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Paying a visit to Bang Mineral Hot Spring in Quang Binh, tourists who travel to Vietnam will feel pleased with tourist services here. This hot spring is potential for a favorite resort in the future.

Located 60km to the south west of Dong Hoi City, in Kim Thuy Commune, Le Thuy District, Quang Binh Province, Bang Mineral Hot Spring has been recorded as the only hot water source in Viet Nam with a mineral water source. The mineral water source of Bang Spring is very good in treatment of several dis

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Nam Dan Ancient Rock Field is an interesting place for people who love exploration. When coming to Ha Giang, a province of the Northeast Vietnam, tourists who travel to Vietnam should visit this ancient rock field, which helps them know more about history and the cultural vestige of the old days.

Nam Dan Ancient Rock Field is a tourist attraction for tourists in Vietnam travel who are the lovers of exploration. It is located in Xin Man District, Ha Giang province, Northeast Vietnam.

About 16 km fr

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Little was known about life up in the canopy of tropical forests until biologists started using ropes and pulleys to climb their way up. Treetops in the tropics reach so high that it was nearly impossible to explore.

Most rainforest life is in the tree canopy, like this orchid in Costa Rica.Scientists now know that about 90% of all of the organisms in a rainforest are found in the tree canopy. In the tropics, trees and plants stretch upwards as high as they can to get some sun, which barely reaches the forest floor. At the top, the brilliant sunlight hits everything, re

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por Cristóbal Ramirez


Mojo picón, mojo picón, la rica salsa canaria se llama mojo picón”. Caco Senante alababa las delicias de su querido archipiélago en esta canción que ponía sabor en los 80. Pero se quedaba corto. Porque la gastronomía de Canarias es mucho más. Hay quien dice que se trata de la cocina más original y cosmopolita de España, ya que conjuga las influencias peninsular, latinoamericana (sobre todo de Venezuela) y africana. Un crisol de culturas que estalla en la boca.

Entre las

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Explore the Attractions of North India

India is an exceptional country which is known for being an abode of innumerable tourist attractions. One can say that India itself is an attraction which beautifies the world. Housing a large number of alluring tourist attractions, India affirms to be the most visited holiday destination of Asia. Every nook and cranny of this wondrous land is replete with allurements that tourists love to explore. India has been elegantly divided into two parts: the South India and the North India both of which

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HanoiHo Chi Minh CityHoi An and Halong are four of the Top 25 Travellers’ Choice Asia Destinations recognized by the world’s largest travel site, TripAdvisor.
Hanoi is rated fourth on the list while HCM City, Hoi An and Halong rank 15th, 17th and 25th, respectively.
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Hanoi, Vietnam
“The charming Vietnamese capital has aged well, preserving its Old Quarter, historic monuments and colonial architecture, while making room for modern development. Lakes, parks, shady boulevards and more than 600 temp
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Visit Transylvania, Romania

A great variety of tourism activities are waiting for the tourists who are interested in our beautiful area:

- personalized trips, tours, camps, holidays, vacation, study-tours, sightseeing, team-building, adventure, introductory trainings, K9, therapy with animals and other programs.

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Sapa- a great place for trekking tours

Sapa is situated in the country’s northwest at an altitude of 1,600 meters. In the early 20th century the French took advantage of Sapa's cool climate, developing it into a summer retreat from the heat and humidity of Hanoi.

Today, Sapa town still retains its European feel, largely due to the French architecture and gardens and today is a popular destination due to its beautiful scenery and colorful ethnic people. Sapa town is reached via a winding 40km road from the town of Lao Cai.

The drive pro

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5 wonderful beaches in Hue

In hot days, tourism sea is the best choice for those who would like to dispel heat, tiredness. And here are 5 wonderful beaches in Hue that attracting thousands of domestic and foreign toursits.

Lang Co beach

Lang Co beach


Lang Co has long tagged as one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam, with more than 10 kilometers fine white sandy beach and the blue, clear water sea.

Lang Co is about 70 kilometers from the south of Hue and 20 kilometers from the north of Da Nang. From April to July is appr

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