I'm in the middle of a job that I have a love-hate feeling about - filing the photographs I've shot over the past few months. I spent a lot of time travelling this year, and my purchase of a little Fujifilm S1800
In any case, just since the 16th of May I've shot 8,716 images just on the Fuji (I seldom use my Canon Digital Rebel anymore). After editing, I have just under 8,000 le
Being beautiful but dangerous, Pha Din mountain pass or O Quy Ho pass are legendary passes for Vietnamese backpackers.
Ma Pi Leng Pass (in Ha Giang)
This is a road curving round Ma Pi Leng mountain top that is 2,000 meters in height. The road is 20 kilometers in length. The pass connects Meo Vac commune and Dong Van commune. This mountain pass is famous for winding roads that are like snakes.
The road crossing Ma Pi Leng pass is called Hanh Phuc road. It was built from 1959 to 1965.
In 2009, Ma Pi L
The distinction was given to a cave in Tan Phu District after scientists from the Vietnam Institute of Tropical Biology and the Berlin Caving Club spent two months surveying 11 lava caves in the province.
One of the entrances to Doi Cave in Dong Nai Province – Photo: Doan Xa
The arc-shaped cave, named Doi (Bat) by locals, is 534 meters long including a damaged segment, while its intact portion is 426 meters long, beating Indonesia’s Gua Lawah Cave, which is 400 meters long.
Doi Cave is four meters
Travel writing not only has the potential to compete with novels on literary merit, but to excel. After all, it’s potentially got everything: exotic locations, true adventure, multiple story lines, peak emotion, honest reflection, and poetic insight… for starters. So why is most of it—in short (magazine) form, anyway—so bad? Follow the money. No other literary genre is expected to sell peripheral products—tickets and tours and gear and (gulp) insurance—in addition to magazines and books.
“How much onion?” “It says about half.” “A half, a whole; onions are good for you. Let’s use the whole onion.” “It says a teaspoon of paprika.” “This looks like about a teaspoon.” And so it went. One of us chopped, one sautéed, another mixed. All the tools were there, all the ingredients ready to go. And so we created. The Wine Council made the perfect dishes to pair with some outstanding wines from the La Rochelle and Steven Kent Wineries. Three hours, six dishes, six wines. A trul
When New York Yankees outfielder Hideki Matsui (right) fractured his left wrist making a catch in 2006, the Japanese baseball star apologized (!) to teammates and fans, promising he would do everything possible to heal as quickly as possible. Or even more quickly than possible. And he would not let pain or the rigors of rehabilitation stand in his way.
Ganbatte! Persist! Do your best! Many parents, teachers, coaches, and office managers in Japan exhort their charges to work hard, to be determi
“There are very few people who have achieved to international level and created their own standards in media. Sandeep Marwah is one of them who could create five international records and brought the name of our country to another level’ introduced the organizers inviting Marwah on the stage to receive prestigious State Excellence Award 2013 at Arya Auditorium at New Delhi.
Sandeep Marwah has already been nominated by many agencies including MapsofIndia as the first ten popular and known personal
On occasion of launching a new 5 star cruise, Huong Hai Sealife Cruise, we would like to offer you a promotion of 50% discount for booking 2 day 1 night trip from May 15th, 2013 to July 30th, 2013
Whether you are looking for an enchanting destination, an idyllic hideaway to spend your vacation on an intimate getaway location, our cruise promises to be your best selection
FIRST DAY: HANOI - HALONG BAY (Lunch/Dinner)
7.45: Depart Ha noi to Ha Long by car
12.15: Upon arrival at Ha Long city, Sip on a r
The Central Pacific region of Costa Rica is one of my favorite places in the country. Glittering jade and turquoise on the Pacific Ocean, Manuel Antonio is the Central Pacific’s crown jewel of destinations.
Why is this area so intensely popular? Easy. You can find so many of Costa Rica’s top activities and attractions all in one jaw-dropping, gorgeous place. Thick, verdant rainforest spills down steep hillsides to white sand beaches and the azure Pacific Ocean. A scalloped coastline begets coves,
Orlando - a city whose title is synonymous with fun and adventure could be the ultimate destination in case you are planning a vacation trip.
In recent occasions Orlando has established itself as a serious and engaging tourist destination. Allow us to have a look at why Orlando is all the time on the wish to visit wish record for tourists from everywhere in the world.
It would surprise you that that there are more than 5000 eating places that serve scrumptious food items. The presence of special
Buddhist cave art was first developed in China during the Northern Wei Dynasty around 400 A.D. The thousands of caves held temples and intricately detailed statues of Buddha and his disciples that ranged in size from the length of a finger to the size of four story building. The carving frenzy continued until the Song Dynasties hundreds of years later. Once a place for worship, these caves are now a major destination for art fans and history buffs from around the world. Of the surviving caves, t
The “city of angels”, Bangkok, is the capital and most heavily populated city of Thailand. It is giving shelter to more than 14 million people. Bangkok is one of the top tourist destinations around the globe. It is not only famous for its dynamic nightlife, but also for its historical tourist destinations.
The city is considered as heaven for shopping lovers. The places like Siam Square are the city’s best shopping area with variety of national and international brands. Street shopping will be
It is truly said by someone that your trip to Bangkok is not complete without experience the nightlife in the city. After the busy life during the day, city comes alive again in the night. Bangkok nightlife offers the best experience for tourists as well as locals that they cannot afford to miss. This is the major reason why cheap Bangkok Flights are popular worldwide. Bangkok itself is home entertainment with countless karaoke bars, discos, GoGo bars and pubs. There are lots of live dance perfo
Costa Rica is one of the world's top destinations for newlyweds to honeymoon. The Central 
American nation ranks third in the world, after Hawaii and Italy, and above other destinations like Greece, Tahiti and the Caribbean, according to Perfect Honeymoons & Holidays Travel.
With multiple attractions, tropical climate, beautiful scenery and exotic character, Costa Rica is an unforgettable honeymoon getaway. Only a few hours' flight from North America, Costa Rica is blessed with spectacular beaches
The express boats run over the Chao Praya River which is a main river in Thailand that flows via Bangkok to Thailand. Without getting stuck in traffic, you can easily get around the city with Chao Praya boats and enjoy the fantastic view of the city from the river.
The journey starts from Sathorn Pier and proceed towards north where you can see the marks left by some famous writers like Joseph Conrad, Somerset Maugham and many more. After spending few more minutes on the boat, you will get your
Deep in the forests of southern Anhui province, Huangshan Mountain is a beacon for tourists from every part of China and an increasing number from around the world. The mystical mountains shrouded in mists have been revered throughout Chinese history as one of the most spectacular sights in the country. Every year, the number of visitors to Huangshan increases. However, even at China’s most famous mountain there are ways to escape the hoards.
This summer, The China Guide Travel Agency has started
This holiday season, in addition to unique shopping opportunities, visitors to historic downtown Galveston can enjoy a free holiday event called “Lasers, Lights and Magic in the Park.” During Thanksgiving weekend on Saturday, Nov. 30, Saengerfest Park, 2302 Strand, hosts the 2nd annual Lasers, Lights and Magic in the Park Celebration. The park will transform into a holiday spectacle with music, a special appearance by Santa Claus and twinkle lights synchronized to music, all culminating with a h
Kos forms part of the Dodecanese archipelago and is the third largest island after Rhodes and Karpathos. It is actually the result of a range of mountains sinking, following a colossal seismic shift back in the distant past. The nearby islands of Kalymnos and Nyssiros share the same origin, being remnants of the same mountain ridge.
The lovely climate, with the sun shining all year round, and above all the beautiful beaches, make Kos one of the most appealing destinations for travelers.
The
You’ve met the man or woman of your dreams. You’ve planned your wedding down to the last sugared almond and flower arrangement. Now it’s time to think about the honeymoon.
Costa Rica is one of the top destinations in the world for newlyweds to honeymoon. According to Perfect Honeymoons & Holidays Travel, Costa Rica ranks #3, right behind Hawaii and Italy, and outpaces other major destinations like Greece, Tahiti and the Caribbean. In 2012, 10.7% of Costa Rica’s tourists (166,000 people) were newl
Gapping season has arrived, and adventurers from across the globe are now looking forward to twelve months of unabated thrill seeking on distant shores. According to Acacia Africa, a growing number of independent backpackers are opting to add in a group tour – overland expeditions, voluntours, and small group safaris proving popular with gappers.
Arno Delport, Sales & Marketing Manager for Acacia Africa comments, “Social networking has played a huge part in this trend, and it’s no longer group e
