Blogs

A Helicopter Tour of New Zealand's Milford Sound, South Island is just one of many outdoor activities one can take in this "Adventure Tourism" heaven.

A study published by George Washington University, the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) and Vital Wave Consulting revealed that Israel, the Slovak Republic and Chile were among the top adventure tourism destinations for 2010. The Adventure Tourism Development Index (ATDI), now in its third year, offers a ranking of countries around the wo

“Its success lies in the fact that it's an insurance plan, not an investment plan or a welfare plan.” -James Roosevelt. As any volunteer abroad would attest, travelling just like everything else comes with its risks, some are foreseeable therefore avoidable but a good number are not. To make sure you are not very highly affected by such risks, it is beneficial to most volunteer to purchase some travel insurance when they leave their countries. This is just in case anything goes wrong shortly bef

Tourists from all over the world have always been fascinated by India and its varied culture. This country is fast becoming the most sought after destination for travellers across the globe. Tourists are allured by its glorious history, diverse culture, monuments and natural beauty. If you love wandering amazing destinations of the world, India is a perfect choice. This golden opportunity provides a chance to relive the past and get impressed by simplicity of people of India.

Diversity is visible

The history of Madagascar began 160 million years ago, as the island “broke up” with the African continent. At that time mammals did not even exist (they appeared ca 100 million years later), that is why we miss the typical African fauna in Madagascar. With the remarkable exception of bats, which could fly from the continent, there is not a single Madagascar mammal species which we can find in any other place of the world. The fourth largest island in the world, Madagascar is one of the most bi

An epic adventure encircling the best of Cambodia and Vietnam highlights. From the magic of Mekong Delta in Vietnam to the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor in Cambodia, tours to Vietnam and Cambodia would be an unforgettable journey of history and culture. Discover the beauty and customs of Vietnam and Cambodia enjoy the variety of cuisines, and make the most of your Vietnam and Cambodia holidays.

Some of the highlights that you would visit during your Vietnam Cambodia tour are: 

Hanoi to Halon

It was lovely welcoming Paul and Emily Tai back again. We enjoyed their company and they were able to discover some of the experiences that they did not manage to do on their last trip. We especially appreciated the lovely games and learning tools they brought for the children of the Shebian School. They are big supporters our ENOUGH programme http://www.hotelmockingbirdhil​l.com/enough.shtml . We look forward to their next visit.

Today I'd like to share some interesting facts that I have found about Benin, one of the most considered criminal countries, that tourists go to...

Geography http://tours-tv.com/en/benin
Area: 116,622 sq. km. (43,483 sq. mi.).
Cities: Capital--Porto-Novo (pop. 295,000). Political and economic capital--Cotonou (pop. 2 million).
Terrain: Mostly flat plains of 200 meters average elevation, but the Atacora Mountains extend along the northwest border, with the highest point being Mont Sokbaro 658 meters

Ranthambore national park has lots of resorts and hotels. The Khem Villas is one of the finest among

Nicaragua is a land of adventure waiting to unfold. We encourage you to discover all the little wonders, culture and history this tranquil bay community and its surrounding areas have to offer.

San Juan del Sur and the neighboring regions are filled with adventure, culture and history. We’d be thrilled to assist you in experiencing the world of difference that Nicaragua has to offer. Whether that means going horseback riding in the surrounding hills, canopy tour, visiting artisan markets in Mas

http://www.goingonadventures.com/2010/05/get-personal-with-alaskas-glaciers.html See glaciers up close in a catamaran

http://stripedpot.com/2010/11/02/hanging-out-at-the-hangar-hotel-in-fredericksburg/ Love airplanes? You'll love the Hangar Hotel.

See more with Go Asia Travel

The Hoang A Tuong Castle (Dinh Vua Meo) is located in Na Hoi Tho Hamlet, Bac Ha District. The castle was built at the beginning of the 20th century (between 1914 and 1921). Its owner was Hoang Yen Chao of Tay origin. He was the father of Hoang A Tuong, a tribal mandarin under the domination of the French colonialists.

Covering an area of 4,000m² in which the main building occupies 420m², the castle is a unique construction work, which harmonizes the Oriental and West

Evora Boat will receive the 6th event of Wine Tasting from Setúbal Peninsula Wine Routes on the next 5th August . This week will be Adega Cooperativa de Palmela and the presentation will be made by Luís Silva.

The tour will relief your senses through a boat trip on Setúbal Bay which will start at 6:30 pm in Tróia and 7 pm at Docapesca in Setúbal. During 2:30 hours your trip on Évora Boat will be amazing through Sado River, the amazing green landscapes of Arrabida and much more, a unique moment o

http://www.examiner.com/culinary-travel-in-national/pavlova-ala-plas-maenan-wales-is-most-decadent

The accommodation and food at Plas Maenan are excellent

Part 1 of a four-part series by J. Thalia Cunningham

While North Korea has not given up its hobby of saber-rattling at South Korea, it has made things a little easier for travelers who want to visit. I've found that getting in via Beijing is pretty straightforward, provided it’s done "properly” -- that is, by obtaining visas and making arrangements through an authorized  tour operator. Yes, tour operator – but don’t despair. The other people in the tour group were anything but boring: They inc