DESTINATION - London

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DESTINATION - London sekarang salah satu dari kota-kota besar dunia , London telah disebut 'dunia satu kota' dan itu tidak hanya retorika kosong.
The House of Commons dan House of Lords disimpan di sini di Istana mewah Westminster. Charles Barry, dibantu oleh desainer interior Augustus Pugin, dibangun antara 1840 dan 1860, ketika neo-Gothic . Fitur yang paling terkenal di luar istana adalah Clock Tower, umumnya dikenal sebagai Big Ben.

Ben adalah bel yang tergantung di dalam dan ini dinamai Benjamin Hall, komisaris bekerja jika menara ini selesai pada tahun 1858. Jika Anda sangat tertarik (dan penduduk UK), Anda dapat mengajukan permohonan secara tertulis untuk wisata gratis dari Clock Tower . Tiga belas ton Ben berbunyi Tahun Baru sejak 1924, dan cuci muka dengan pembersih Bar setiap lima tahun sekali. Pemandangan terbaik dari seluruh kompleks ini dari sisi timur Lambeth Bridge. Di ujung bangunan Victoria Tower, selesai tahun 1860.

House of Commons adalah di mana Anggota Parlemen (anggota parlemen) bertemu untuk mengajukan dan membahas peraturan perundang-undangan baru, untuk  perdana menteri dan menteri lainnya, dan untuk menunjukkan konstituen mereka benar-benar bekerja.

Tata letak Kamar Commons didasarkan pada St Stephen's Chapel di Istana asli Westminster. Ruang saat ini, dirancang oleh Giles Gilbert Scott, menggantikan yang sebelumnya dihancurkan oleh bom 1941. Meskipun Commons adalah majelis nasional dari 646 anggota parlemen, ruangan memiliki tempat duduk hanya 437. Anggota pemerintah duduk di sebelah kanan Ketua dan anggota Oposisi ke kiri. Ketua memimpin bisnis dari kursi yang diberikan oleh Australia, sementara menteri berbicara dari kotak pengiriman disumbangkan oleh Selandia Baru.

Ketika Parlemen sedang berlangsung, pengunjung House of Commons melalui St Stephen's Entrance. antrian untuk satu atau dua jam jika Anda belum mengorganisir tiket. Parlemen relung (yaitu hari libur) selama tiga bulan terakhir selama musim panas dan dua minggu lebih dari Paskah dan Natal.

Ketika Anda sedang menunggu tas Anda melalui mesin sinar-X, lihat kiri di atap menakjubkan Westminster Hall, awalnya dibangun pada tahun 1099 dan saat ini tertua yang masih bagian dari Istana Westminster, kursi dari monarki Inggris dari ke-11 sampai awal abad 16. Ditambahkan antara 1394 dan 1401, itu adalah contoh paling awal diketahui palu-balok atap dan telah digambarkan sebagai "pencapaian hidup terbesar abad pertengahan inggris pertukangan '. Westminster Hall digunakan untuk penobatan jamuan makan di abad pertengahan, dan juga berfungsi sebagai gedung pengadilan hingga abad ke-19. Pencobaan William Wallace (1305), Thomas More (1535), Guy Fawkes (1606) dan Charles I (1649) semua itu terjadi di sini. Pada abad ke-20, raja-raja dan Winston Churchill disemayamkan di sini.

The House of Lords Online 'Galeri (7219 3107; masuk gratis; 14:30-22:00 Mon-Fri, 11:00-13:30 & 15:00-19:30 Thu, 11:00-15:00 Jum ) juga terbuka untuk dilihat. Dengan latar belakang lembut , Anda dapat melihat interior Gothik yang rumit yang mengarah Pugin (1812-52) .

Ketika Parlemen dalam istirahat, ada 75 menit dipandu wisata (0870 906 3773; St Stephen's Entrance, St Margaret St; dewasa / anak / konsesi £ 12 / £ 5 / £ 8) dari kedua ruang dan bangunan bersejarah lainnya.

Kelimutu

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DESTINATION - Indonesia resorts from which you may already know, Kelimutu. Kelimutu is an active volcano located on the island of Flores, East Nusa Tenggara Province, Indonesia. Uniqueness that you can refer to the three crater lakes on top. Popularly known as the Three Colors Lake because it has three different colors, namely red, blue, and white. The colors are always changing.

Ancient Greek Architecture

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DESTINATION - Ancient Greek Architecture















   
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Stoa of Attalus which has been redeveloped, Athens

Architecture (building works into a design aesthetic) starting over in Greece from the end of the Mycenaean period (about 1200 BC) until the 7th century BC, when urban life and prosperity back to the limit and where the government buildings can be done. But since the ancient Greek buildings in the Archaic and early classical period were made of wood or clay, there was nothing ruins of the building except the ground and there is almost no written sources on early architecture or descriptions of the building.

Yunani

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DESTINATION - Thessaloniki, is a historic city. Founded by the ruler of Macedonia, Kassandros, 315 years BC, who named him as his wife's name, Thessalonike, half-sister of Alexander the Great. The Romans, the Byzantine Empire, Nation Venice, and the caliphate of the Ottoman Empire once controlled this territory.

Jordan

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DESTINATION - For two pilgrims two major religions, Jordan is an interesting place in the visit. Small country (no bigger than Portugal) in this middle east, has a fairly strategic place for the visit.

The Hermitage & Winter Palace

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DESTINATION - The Winter Palace is the biggest building in the entire museum complex of the Hermitage. It was commissioned by the daughter of Peter the Great, Empress Elizabeth Petrovna, in 1754 as an official royal residence. Construction went on until 1762. The design was prepared by an outstanding architect of the Baroque style, Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli.

Tsarskoe Selo (Pushkin)

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DESTINATION - If any proof is needed for the extravagance of Russia's Imperial rulers, then it can be found in the fact that, in less than two centuries, the Romanov Tsars established not one but two suburban estates - at Tsarskoe Selo and Peterhof - that, in terms of grandeur and excess, outstrip even Versailles. What is more, at Tsarskoe Selo, the 18th century saw the construction of two vast and truly exceptional palaces, both surrounded by extensive landscaped gardens with diverse and fascinating decorative architecture.

Built for Empress Elizabeth by Bartolomeo Rastrelli, the architect of St. Petersburg's Winter Palace, the Catherine Palace is undoubtedly Tsarskoe Selo's top attraction, particularly renowned for the extraordinary Amber Room. Less well known, and currently much more dilapidated, the Alexander Palace is nonetheless a neoclassical masterpiece, and has a particularly poignant connection with the family of the last Tsar, Nicholas II.

The town of Pushkin, which surrounds the Tsarskoe Selo estates, is St. Petersburg's most charming suburb. Renamed in Soviet times to honour Russia's greatest poet, the town has numerous sights connected to Alexander Sergeevich, including a museum in the former Imperial Lycee, where he was schooled.

Like Peterhof, Tsarskoe Selo is one of St. Petersburg's must-see attractions, and can easily occupy visitors for a full day. And, like Peterhof, it can be very crowded during the tourist high-season in the summer. Arrive early or be prepared to join long queues, especially for the Catherine Palace.

Via http://www.saint-petersburg.com

St. Isaac's Cathedral

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DESTINATION - St. Isaac's Cathedral was originally the city's main church and the largest cathedral in Russia. It was built between 1818 and 1858, by the French-born architect Auguste Montferrand, to be one of the most impressive landmarks of the Russian Imperial capital. One hundred and eighty years later the gilded dome of St. Isaac's still dominates the skyline of St. Petersburg. Although the cathedral is considerably smaller than the newly rebuilt Church of Christ the Savior in Moscow, it boasts much more impressive fades and interiors.

The cathedral's facades are decorated with sculptures and massive granite columns (made of single pieces of red granite), while the interior is adorned with incredibly detailed mosaic icons, paintings and columns made of malachite and lapis lazuli. A large, brightly colored stained glass window of the "Resurrected Christ" takes pride of place inside the main altar. The church, designed to accommodate 14,000 standing worshipers, was closed in the early 1930s and reopened as a museum. Today, church services are held here only on major ecclesiastical occasions.

Foreign visitors should buy entrance tickets just inside the right-hand door in the southern facade (not at the street-level ticket booth). We also recommend that you climb the 300 steps up to the cathedral's colonnade, and enjoy the magnificent views over the city.
Address: Isaakievskaya Ploschad 1
Metro: Nevsky Prospekt/Gostiny Dvor
Telephone: +7 (812) 315-9732
The Cathedral Open: Thursday to Tuesday, 11am to 7pm, last admission is at 6pm
The Colonnade observation point is open: Thursday to Tuesday, 11am to 6pm, last admission is at 5pm
Closed: Wednesdays

N.B.! No photography or video-filming is allowed in the Cathedral or at the Colonnade.

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Moscow Tour - Pushkin Museum

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DESTINATION - Visit the Pushkin Museum in Moscow and discover an interesting collection of exhibits and displays. Founded by Professor Tsvetayev of Moscow University as a tool in the teaching of art history, the museum is second only to the Hermitage in Russia, as far as the wealth of its exhibits is concerned. The picture gallery contains over 2000 canvases, enabling visitors to appreciate the variety of styles over the centuries. The real pride of the museum is its collection of works by the French Impressionists, which is one of the finest in the world.

The tour, after a pick up from your hotel in Moscow, takes you the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts.

Moscow’s premier foreign art museum, it is famous for its impressionist and post-impressionist collection of paintings and also a broad selection of works from the renaissance onwards.

A major attraction of the museum is its amazing collection of statues. The museum also houses a permanent display of impressionist and post-impressionist paintings and sculptures. Another highlight is the 17th century Dutch and Flemish paintings including several Rembrandt portraits.

The museum also has an excellent Egyptian collection including weapons, jewellery, ritual items and tombstones.

At the end of the tour, you will be returned to your hotel in the city.

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DESTINATION - Buenos Aires

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DESTINATION - Buenos Aires is the capital of Argentina. Located in the eastern part of the country on the Atlantic coast and the estuary of Paraná and Uruguay in the sea. Buenos Aires Argentina is the most important port. Year 1536 is an area of this city, which was first built settlements. Settlements established by the Spanish and the name of Nuestra Señor Puerto de Santa Maria del buen aire (best port of the Virgin Mary wind). India Indonesia in 1541 was forced to leave the Spanish settlements. 1580 in Spain who returned to the place and destroyed the village built the city. In Buenos Aires in 1776 became the capital of Spanish viceroyalty of the Rio de la Plata. 1826 in Buenos Aires is the Argentine capital of the Confederacy. Buenos Aires Nejpěknější attractions can be found in the city center. Important is the Colon Theater Theater building, which was built in late 19. century. Near the theater is a large granite monument. This monument was built in 30. with 20. century in the first place zavlála flag of Argentina. In the square Plaza de Mayo you will discover the historic homes are beautiful. The most famous building is the Casa Rosado, the presidential palace. Palace stood in the place where the fort was built in the beginning. Today in the Palace Museum. In the square Plaza de Mayo is also the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cabildo was called. In the square Plaza del Congreso is to build a monument to the National Assembly and the two congresses. In the city you will find a variety of museums. The most important is the National Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of National History. Point of interest is the Buenos Aires Recolta find the tomb of Evita's grave Perónové. Another interesting finding in the area of La Boca. This is the stadium's most famous football where Maradona played. Palermo district is a botanical garden, zoo, animals, and races Rose Garden.

DESTINATION - Buenos Aires Zoo

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DESTINATION - Buenos Aires Zoo is located in the same town in Argentina. Is an area of 18 hectares. Provide a place for more than 2,500 species. This is, for example, 89 species of mammals, 49 species of reptiles and 175 species of birds. Buenos Aires Zoo goal is species conservation, research, and public education. The zoo was opened on 11th of November 1875. The first is the director Eduardo Ladislao Holmberg.

DESTINATION - Metropolitan Cathedral of Buenos Aires

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DESTINATION - Metropolitan Cathedral of Buenos Aires is the main Catholic church in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Located in the city center square of Plaza de Mayo. She is the mother of the Church Archdiocese of Buenos Aires. He comes from 16. century. Since that time, but it has been built. He is a mixture of architectural styles. The main temple dome and a ship which came from 18. century. Neoclassical facade again at 19. century. Especially those represented in the statues, the altar, and neo-renaissance neobarokní ornaments from 18. century. 1880 is on the right temple, the lord's grave and beautiful, situated on the remains of General José de San Martín.

DESTINATION - Buenos Aires Botanical Garden

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DESTINATION - Buenos Aires Botanical Garden, or thays Jardín Botánico Carlos de la Ciudad Autonoma de Buenos Aires, located on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Park has trojúhelníkovitý form. Located nearby Palermo Park, Buenos Aires Zoo and Japanese Garden. Park is an area of 69.772 m2. In the year 1996 has been declared a national monument. In the area located about 5,500 species of plants, trees and shrubs. Outside the park that many sculptures, and the memories of five winter garden. This park was built in 1898 and designed by architect Carlos thays garden designers. This is represented by three garden styles: Roman, French and Oriental.

DESTINATION - Cathedral of La Plata

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DESTINATION - Cathedral of La Plata is a Catholic shrine in the city of La Plata in Argentina. It is located in the center of town square and next to City Hall Plaza Moreno. Built in the Neo-Gothic style. Meyer was the architect Ernesto ispirací and it is in the cathedral of Amiens and Cologne. The foundation stone of the cathedral was laid in 1884. This is the highest cathedral in the Americas

DESTINATION - Punta del Este

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DESTINATION - Punta del Este is a city located in southern Uruguay. The city is highly sought-after tourists. This is known as the most important and exclusive resort in South America. The city was founded in early 16. century Spain. In the late 19th century site of Punta del Este and surrounding areas, filled only with sand and sand dunes. In 1896 Antonio Lussy bought 1800 hectares of vacant land and set the botanical gardens. Botanical garden planted around trees and plants from around the world. Places most attractive for tourists Punta del Este is a beach and the beach, inc. sports fishing, colonial architecture, a symbol of the city of Casa Pueblo's unique architecture Páez Carlos Vilar, the lighthouse from 1860 by Thomas Libarena, Gorriti islands, etc. In the Punta del Este International Airport is located Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport.

DESTINATION - Colonia del Sacramento

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DESTINATION - Colonia del Sacramento, in Portuguese in Colonia Sacramento is a city in the south-west of the River Uruguay Río de la Plata. This is a regional capital of Colonia. He is the oldest city in Uruguay. Part of the history of this city listed on UNESCO list of monuments. Portuguese city that was founded in 1680. Places most attractive for tourists is the historical district Barrio Histórico Colonia del Sacramento by 17. century, the city of wooden doors and lift bridge Porton de Campo, a lighthouse and the ruins of the abbey from the 17th. century monastery of San Francisco, in 1808 at the Basilica Basilica del Sacramento Sanctísimo, Portuguese Museum, City Museum, home of the 18th century Casa de Nacarello, the oldest church in Uruguay 1695-99 Iglesia Matriz, May dllDi appoint a number of tourist attractions, such as the historic city of Colonia del Sacramento, Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires Zoo, Buenos Aires Botanical Garden, the Metropolitan Cathedral of Buenos Aires, the Cathedral of La Plata, Punta del Este.

Zimbabwe

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DESTINATION - Mtarazi Falls, or Mutarazi Falls is 5 highest waterfall in the world and 2nd highest waterfall in Africa. Located in the state of Zimbabwe, in the northeastern states, in the valley Honda. Mtarazi Falls is part of Nyanga National Park. Measured from the height of 761 meters and 15 meters wide. Located on the river Mutarazi. Currently Mtarazi Falls in connection with the Nyanga National Park one of the most popular tourist destinations in Zimbabwe .. In May the town appoint a number of major tourist attractions, such as Nyanga National Park. Nyanga National Park is a protected area in the country of Zimbabwe. Located in the northeast of the country, near the town of Nyanga. Nyanga National Park has an area of 472 km. He is one of the parks in this country. Nyanga National Park was established in 1926. Park is located at altitudes 1800-2593 feet. The highest is Mount Nyangani mountain park, which is also the highest mountain in Zimbabwe. Park was also reported in 5. the highest waterfall in the world, Mutarazi Falls. This waterfall is 761 m high Covered with a green park opposite pohorkami. Sometimes there are also forest and swamp bogs .. In May the town appoint a number of major tourist attractions, such as Mtarazi Falls.

Slovenia

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DESTINATION -One of the oldest and at the same time nejkouzelnějších and the smallest towns in Slovenia. It is located on an island in the Krka river Meander.
near the Cistercian monastery, founded Czech Princess Judith daughter of King Přemysl Otakar I, who was also buried.
Procházka can work even in a monastery where he was the inventor of the ship Pleterje bolt Czech Jossef Ressl who worked as a forester and is very popular, still telling reputation.
more in the Guide Book pohádkovým slovenia .. In the town where May pointed to a number of tourist attractions, such as the Monastery of about 49 km Stična, Krka Cave about 50 km, Castle Brežice km about 15, Castle Podčetrtek km about 37, about 43 km Zagreb, Castle Bogenšperk about 36 km, Castle Žužemberk about 38 km, Castle Kostanjevica km about 1.3, Monastery Pleter km of 6.


Postojnské caves near Postojna Slovenia society. It is 20.5 km long from Karst cave. It is The Longest caves of Slovenia, as well as tourists looking for targets. Cave created Pivko underground river. The first mention of the cave is from the 17th century. Other parts found in 1818. For the people who will be available in 1819. 1872 in caves that were installed electric lights and carriage tours. Public access to 5.3 km of total length of the cave. Other local attractions are endemic cave fish, amphibians called human. These fish can be seen during tours of the cave in May pointed danau.Di some major tourist attractions, such as Castle Bistra km about 21 km about Predjama Castle 8, Water Cave Krížna km about 5 km Soutěska Rakova Škocjan about 7, Cave Škocjan km about 21, about 28 km Sneznik, Castle Sneznik km about 23, Cerknické Lake km about 11

DESTINATION - Winter Travel Deals to the Pacific Northwest

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DESTINATION - Winter Travel Deals to the Pacific Northwest



 Lake Quinault Lodge
With the end of the year comes the stress of holiday shopping, cooking, and planning, and who can forget the obligatory family reunions. Why not escape all that for a few days and take some time for yourself and a loved one?
This winter, Lake Quinault Lodge and Kalaloch Lodge on Washington's Olympic Peninsula are bringing holiday cheer to guests with a "'Tis the Season" package, available through Dec. 30, with prices starting at just $218.
Lake Quinault Lodge's "'Tis the Season" package includes:
  • 2 nights lodging in Main Lodge (non-view), Lakeside or Fireplace rooms
  • Breakfast for two each morning of stay – includes 2 entrees and 2 non-alcoholic beverages
  • Stay additional nights for $50 per night, plus tax
  • Promo code for booking: LQSEASON
Kalaloch Lodge's "'Tis the Season" package includes:
  • 2 nights lodging in Studio Log Cabins, Main Lodge or Seacrest rooms
  • 50% off one dinner for two
  • Stay additional nights for $50 per night, plus tax
  • Promo code for booking: KLSEASON
The cozy surroundings of the Pacific Northwest set the stage for a relaxing holiday getaway. Located within one of only three temperate rainforests in the world, Lake Quinault Lodge offers hiking for adventure seekers and lake and rainforest tours for the sightseers. Perched on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Kalaloch Lodge offers panoramic views and seven beaches. With such unique activities as clam digging, beach combing and fishing, Kalaloch Lodge is the perfect retreat for a romantic getaway or family vacation by the beach all year long.
For additional details and more lodging packages at both Lake Quinault Lodge and Kalaloch Lodge, visit www.visitlakequinault.com or www.visitkalaloch.com, or call (866) 297-7367.
Kalaloch Lodge Disclaimer: Package based on single or double occupancy, subject to availability, not applicable toward contracted group rates, other restrictions may apply. Additional person and pet fees apply. Additional person will receive breakfast for the two mornings as well. Additional nights do not include breakfast. Excludes holidays.
Lake Quinault Lodge Disclaimer: Package based on single or double occupancy, subject to availability, not applicable toward contracted group rates, other restrictions may apply. Additional person and pet fees apply. Excludes holidays.

DESTINATION - 15 Principals Tourism India Visit Surabaya

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DESTINATION - 15 Principals Tourism India Visit Surabaya
The delegation consisting of 15 travel agents from India, recently visited the city of Surabaya, to prove himself attraction of East Java's capital city as a tourist destination.

Famliarization group trip (famtrip) leading travel agents from Coimbatore and Hyderabad had come to be coordinated by Silk Air, which in collaboration with the Surabaya Tourism Promotion Board (STPB) and Aneka Kartika Tours & Travel, as a press release received from STPB in Jakarta, Sunday.

The existence of direct flights from Coimbatore and Hyderabad-Singapore-Surabaya strengthened cultivated reason Surabaya as the main tourist destinations in Indonesia after Bali.

Island of the Gods reputation familiar among fans the world's tourist attractions to make the agents look for new alternative tourism destination in Indonesia. Two things this is also the reason behind the group coming from India to Surabaya.


The delegation arrived in Surabaya Juanda International Airport by using Silk Air aircraft, after it was transiting in Singapore. Arriving in the city of Heroes, the group was greeted with a welcome dinner at the Kartini Restaurant, Surabaya Plaza Hotel (SPH).

As of this famtrip, Executive Director Joshua Anshori STPB said, STPB concerned introducing further potential of tourism in Surabaya and East Java.

Expected to return from here, they can be working on tour packages that include the city of Surabaya and its surroundings as one of tourist destinations in Indonesia.

After resting for the evening, the next day the group was taken around Surabaya for a full day. Visits will be made to the various cultural sights such as the Submarine Monument, House of Sampoerna, and the Youth Center.

In this group Youth Center will be invited to witness Reog (Peacock Lion Dance). After spending the afternoon in the heart of the city of Surabaya with a shopping tour in Tunjungan Plaza.

In the afternoon they were invited to explore the area west of Surabaya, witnessing the beauty of a modern city built Citra Raya area of 2000 hectares, and the Ciputra Water Park, before the dinner and finally back to the hotel.

STPB data shows the number of tourists from India who visited Surabaya in 2007 reached 2388 people, as many as 3099 people in 2008, and January to September 2009 reached 2288 people.

The plan, they will spend their third day in the Stone, continued to Coban Rondo waterfall before stopping in the highlands on the slopes of Mount Arjuno to stay.

Spent their last day to enjoy the ancient era of the East Javanese kingdom in Jawi Temple was built in the 13th century, and then proceed to the Safari Park to enjoy the fauna of semi-free living in the open air.

After a meal typical of East Java as their lunch, the afternoon they were free to enjoy their own time before returning to Singapore the next day.

Some time earlier, famtrip group from Sweden, Australia, Brunei, and Finland as well visit Surabaya.

DESTINATION - Denpasar and the French Cooperation Explore Art

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DESTINATION - Denpasar and the French Cooperation Explore Art
 
Institut Seni Indonesia (ISI) Denpasar explore cooperation with universities of art in France to expand into international networks, so ISI Denpasar Rector Prof Dr I Wayan Rai S, in Denpasar, on Sunday.

"This is one breakthrough in realizing the vision of an international` go `for ISI Denpasar," he said.

French Ambassador to Indonesia, Philippe Zeller able to visit the ISI Denpasar to encourage the establishment of higher education cooperation between countries that art, especially Bali.

The cooperation is expected to be realized as soon as possible during the ISI Denpasar is well known in France, said Rai.

"ISI was known, among others thanks to one of his lecturers, namely SSn Kariasa Nyoman who had taught percussion and dance performance to the public in France for six months," he said.

Nyoman Kariasa himself admitted, the French and Indonesian citizens living in the country's enthusiasm to learn percussion and dance performance as Balinese dance classes held once a week by the Paris Embassy.

DESTINATION - Wood Carving Museum Collection Asmat So World

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DESTINATION - Wood Carving Museum Collection Asmat So World
 
Many Asmat wood carving that inhabit the area along the southern coast of Papua Island became a valuable collection in a number of world-class museums, one of them is the Museum of Natural Art in New York, United States.

So recognized, Leadership "Papua-Explorer", Dr. F. Werner Weiglein in Jayapura, responded Sunday Papuan cultural richness that is fascinating people of the world.

He said, wood carvings Asmat work very interesting because his motives are diverse with a high level of complexity seen from the tools used for carving and full of cultural meaning.

For example, facial carvings depicting ancestors, the animals are close to the community such as cassowaries and crocodiles and anthropomorphic motifs.

In addition, Asmat wood carvings are also a part close to the life of the community because most were found in all the things they have like the pillars in the YEU (traditional house), a shield to fight and clappers.

Dr.Weiglen added expertise Asmat wood carving not only become art objects are unique and interesting, but also to make a canoe that is used as the main transportation people who live in swamp areas with streams, mangrove forests covered much.

"Long canoe made of wood can reach 15 meters and a few canoes decorated with carvings and decorations are extraordinary," he said.

The equipment normally used by the sculptors of Asat Tribe stone axes, animal teeth and shells. Untik while smoothing jagged edges, they use pig tusks, teeth of certain fish and oysters.

Some of the Asmat inhabiting the remote areas of the coast, build a house on the tops of trees, about 30 feet above the ground. In fact, some are still nomadic life.

One traveler who is interested in the life of the Asmat Michael Clark Rockefeller, son of American millionaires and is also President of Chase Manhattan Bank, David Rockefeller is listed as missing in about September 1961.

At that time, Michael Rockefeller returned to the Asmat after conducting joint expedition of Harvard Peabody Expedition in March 1961, with specific goals to make the documentation and collection of Museum of Primitive Art to New York.

Around mid-September, he crossed the Betsy River estuary is located near the famous village Otsyanep with malignancy inhabitants. In this way, Michael Rockefeller disappeared under mysterious

Wind Blows to Fiji

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DESTINATION - The hotel is actually long enough to stand, but since 2007 was taken over by Accor. Located in Lami Bay, Tradewinds Hotel and Convention Center (in 2009 will turn into Novotel Capital Suva Hotel & Convention Center) offers a splendid view of the sea Fiji. Almost the entire room totaling 108 have private balconies. Like the name implies, Tradewinds is a business hotel. He has five conference rooms accommodating enough if put together 800 delegates. Tourism activities here vary from island cruises to the Mamanuca and Yasawa island, visit the Arts Village and the largest Hindu temple in Fiji Subramaniya Sri Siva, to the cave Naihehe nature tourism in Sigatoka valley.

Below you'll find some fun and exciting Fiji Tourist Attractions. With our Fiji tourist guide you can find tourist information and fun things to do on vacation while browsing the Fiji tourist sites by category or location. Use the side links to find more Fiji Tourist Attractions, vacation information, hotels, hot travel deals, and restaurants for your Fiji travel.

Fiji Location deals with the exact location of Fiji on the map of the world. Fiji is a group of islands or an archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean. The total number of islands in Fiji archipelago is 332. Among them people live on only 110 islands.

Fiji is almost at a distance of two-thirds from Hawaii to New Zealand. The Fiji archipelago is a part of the Oceanic group of islands. The geographical coordinates of the location of Fiji is 18 00 S, 175 00 E. Total land area of Fiji is 18,270 sq. km.

Fiji is made of many small islands of which Viti Levu and Vanua Leva are the largest. The larger islands were formed due to volcanic activity. The comparatively smaller ones are made of coral reefs and thus unsuitable for habitation. The mountainous rugged relief of Fiji make agriculture difficult in Fiji. So the economy depends on the resources from the forest and the surrounding water bodies.

Fiji is a land of natural wonder. An archipelago of more than 300 islands, the country has a distinctive culture. Earlier known as the Cannibal Isles and avoided by the mariners, today is one of the most popular tourist destinations. The country has a tropical climate with southeast trade winds blowing from March to November. This results in a dry weather. December to April is the rainy season. Cyclones hit the island nation mostly between November and April with maximum concentration in January and February. So if you are wondering when to visit Fiji then May to October is the best time of the year. It is cooler and dryer during this time of the year providing the best climate to explore the country.

If you want to know when to visit Fiji to witness its rainy season then be there between December to April. During this time the country celebrates numerous festivals. In December there is Christmas, Boxing Day, New Year, National Youth and Commonwealth Day, Prophet Mohammed's Birthday, Good Friday, and Easter Monday. The people in Fiji celebrate their festivals to the fullest. A trip to the land during his time of the year will let you study the tradition, culture, and lifestyle of the people.

Knowing When To Visit Fiji will ensure that you get to experience the wonders of the land with its exquisite natural wonder. The high mountains, the tropical forests, and exotic beaches make it one of the beautiful lands. A trip to this wonderful land will leave you spell bound. During the months of May to November the people of Fiji celebrate Diwali, the festival of light. The most important day in the History of Fiji is celebrated during this span- Fiji Day. So which ever time of the year you choose to go to Fiji you will be welcomed with the vibrant spirit of celebration of the people of land engrossed in the preparation and celebration of festivals.

Our Tourist Attraction Search offers the most advanced way to find the best Fiji tourist spots from all around the world. Search by destination, price range, rating, and hours of operation.

DESTINATION - Indonesia received Rp267 billion in the London Exhibition of Tourism

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DESTINATION - Indonesia received Rp267 billion in the London Exhibition of Tourism

 
Indonesia successfully scooped up a total transaction of about Rp267 billion in tourism exhibitions in London, England, the World Tourism Market (WTM) in 2009 on 9-12 November 2009. Director of Overseas Promotion Department of Culture and Tourism I Gde Pitana.

He said, as many as 24 companies of tourism actors in the country participated in the tourism market and an average 23 appointments with the prospective acquisition of an average 946 tourists (tourists). With the number is assumed to reach the total number of foreign tourists who come from the event were as many as 22,704 foreign tourists.

In the second largest tourism event in the world after the ITB in Germany, Indonesia occupies an area of 200 m2 booth. A total of seven regional tourism agencies, tourism associations, airlines Garuda Indonesia, and 22 tourism industry participated.

London WTM is the international tourism market is trade and consumer show in one place.

In 2008, followed by WTM London 5615 Exhibitors from 187 countries and visited by 49,963 people.




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DESTINATION -Garuda Ready to Fly to Europe

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DESTINATION -Garuda Ready to Fly to Europe

Garuda Indonesia President Director Emirsyah Satar said that Garuda Indonesia airlines ready to fly back to the area of Europe with all preparation, to be successful when started flying back to Europe.

Emirsyah Satar mention it while on the bridge of Indonesia WTM London, Wednesday. Emirsyah Satar's presence in the World Tourism Exchange (World Travel Market, WTM) held at the Excel London since 9 November that, as a speaker in the "Head to Head Airline" held JLS Consulting.

The seminar, hosted Director, JLS Consulting, John Strickland, to discuss various issues that impact on the airlines.

The EU community has recently lifted a ban on flying for several airlines, including Garuda Indonesia Indonesia.

Before the discussion that took place in North Gallery Room, building Excel, London, Emirsyah Satar said that Garuda Indonesia will start flights to Europe, especially to Amsterdam in June 2010.

According to Emirsyah, who joined with Garuda Indonesia as the Executive Vice President of Finance in 1998, Garuda made preparations since nine months before the opening of flight routes from Jakarta to Amsterdam.

He said preparations are made to recreate the image of which airlines including Garuda looking logo and a new image with the name of Garuda experience.

Talking about the appearance Garuda experience, Emirsyah said that the concept you want to show is the face of Indonesia as a whole, including its hospitality.

In addition Garuda also has worked with KLM airlines in the context of aircraft maintenance and repair of Garuda in Amsterdam and so did the opposite.

According Emirsyah, lines offered Garuda flight using Airbus 330-200 points Jakarta-Dubai-Amsterdam every day.

Especially when the Boeing 737-800 of Garuda has ordered the flight line came directly Amsterdam to Jakarta, without the need for more transit in Dubai, he said.

Emirsyah, who completed several academic programs at the prestigious Sorbonne University in Paris is also said that after Amsterdam, Garuda plans to open routes to other countries such as Frankfurt, London, Paris and Rome.



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Kampoeng Bali

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DESTINATION -To better know and assist the preservation of cultural arts Island of the Gods, Nikko Bali Resort and Spa in Nusa Dua Selatan, Badung District, held a planning event called "Kampoeng Bali".

"We want to invite guests and anyone interested to join in activities that aim to find a variety of Balinese traditional art real, and helped preserve it," said Public Relations Manager Aswin Pranoto Nikko Bali in Denpasar, on Sunday.

In explanation mentioned, activities involving the talented employees in various fields of art that have become traditions of Balinese culture is planned for Monday, November 9, 2009.

Therefore, in order to preserve the cultural heritage of Indonesia, especially Bali, Nikko Bali Resort and Spa offers an event called "Kampoeng Bali" which will provide its own experience to guests and other enthusiasts.

Through activities centered on the park beach area Nikko Bali, guests and other enthusiasts will be given the opportunity get involved in the manufacture of traditional Balinese decor like penjor, namely a series of decorated bamboo has various types of young coconut leaf offerings and other Hindu rituals ritual.

Then make gebogan, a variety of fruit piled in a circle arranged for the ceremony and completeness of the various ornaments, decorations activities that utilize plant species sparrow or nail nail hollyhock.

In addition, the activity of fruit carving, Balinese dance lessons and follow various traditional games usually established Balinese children in ancient times.

According to Aswin, at noon the guests and other enthusiasts will also be invited to enjoy a variety of traditional foods and drinks, and dinner while enjoying traditional performances at the Amphitheater Butterfly Nikko Bali.

Events involving these talented employees is one of a series of activities organized for the preservation of traditions of Bali, after held "Cultural Appreciation Nights" last August, "A Dedication to Batik" recently and traditional dance performances each week.

DESTINATION -SURFING

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DESTINATION -SURFING is the act of a person (or a boat) riding down a breaking wave, gathering speed from the downward and forward movement. Most commonly, the term is used for a surface water sport in which the person surfing moves along the face of a breaking ocean wave (the "surf"). However, surfing is not restricted to saltwater, but can sometimes take place on rivers, using a standing wave.
The main use of the word "surfing" is for riding waves using a board on which the surfer stands. This is sometimes called "stand-up surfing", to distinguish it from bodyboarding, in which the individual riding the wave only partly raises his upper body from the board surface, and from bodysurfing, where no board at all is used.
Two major subdivisions within contemporary stand-up surfing are longboarding and shortboarding, reflecting differences in surfboard design and riding style.
In tow-in surfing (most often, but not exclusively, associated with big wave surfing), a surfer is towed into the wave by a motorized water vehicle, such as a jetski, generally because standard paddling is often ineffective when trying to match a large wave's higher speed.
Depending on wave size, direction, and on wind conditions, sailboats can also surf on larger waves on open sailing waters. Unlike "surfers", sailors usually do not surf in beach waves, and they usually do not go out in order to surf; instead, the wave and wind conditions may allow them to boat surf during a sailing trip. More recently, the same principle of craft-based surfing has been increasingly used by kayakers, notably in the sport of playboating, which is mostly carried out on rivers (see playspot).
Surfing-related sports such as paddleboarding and sea kayaking do not require waves, and other derivative sports such as kitesurfing and windsurfing rely primarily on wind for power, yet all of these tools may also be used to ride waves.
Recently with the use of V-drive boats, wakesurfing has grown. Wakesurfing is surfing behind a boat, riding the wave or wake which is created by the boat.

Via http://www.turkeytourism.com

DESTINATION -Holidays in Turkey provide

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DESTINATION -Holidays in Turkey provide a complete kaleidoscope of exciting opportunities for couples looking for last minute breaks in the sun, families planning children-friendly holidays to Turkey and anyone wanting a different take on a sun-and-sea based Mediterranean getaway. Turkey straddles two continents; it's where the East and the West meet to shake hands so, as you might expect, holidays in Turkey offer a coming together of many different ingredients.
The food, for example, is a fusion of influences; the traditional Meze, as many as fifteen small dishes adding up to an epic – and epicurean – feast, may originally have come from Greece, but the Turkish twist, and the bold use of spices suggest influences of the East.
Similarly, the Greek, Persian, Roman and Byzantine empires have all contributed to the wealth of beautiful architecture – the mosques, the temples, the amphitheatres, the tiny traditional villages – that make holidays to Turkey mini-voyages of exploration and travels in time. Especially if you head for cultural centres like Ephesus – one of the Med's best-preserved Roman city, or the Crusader city of Bodrum.
But, of course, all is not ancient. The coastline of sun-washed sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and vivacious resorts beckons. Holidays in Turkey always include some dedicated sun-lounging. And revelry. Antalya is home to the Med's largest floating nightclub. Gumbet offers a cornucopia of bars, restaurants and clubs, rivalled by the relentless action in Marmara.


Via http://www.thomson.co.uk

DESTINATION -Turkey has a lot of grand beaches. We will take a look at the top ten beaches found in Turkey.

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DESTINATION -Turkey has a lot of grand beaches. We will take a look at the top ten beaches found in Turkey.

We search them for you:

The Endless Patara Beach(fethiye):Rated as the best beach in the world by The Sunday Times. This beach on the south-west coast of Lyciaon the Mediterranean coast of Turkey near the modern small town of Gelemis, in Antalya Province.Patara may be the best in the Mediterranean.However it is 18 kms long [the longest beach in the Mediterranean]

Oludeniz Beach(fethiye): Oludeniz is Turkey’s most famous beach. Olu Deniz is a small resort village, about 9 miles to the south of Fethiye, on the Aegean Coast in the South West of Turkey. Summer temperature averages 32C, winter 20C. 1hr 45 mins from Dalaman Airport.

Olympos(Antalya): If you are looking for a more romantic and relaxed atmosphere, then this is the beach for you. More than a few of Turkey’s most unusual travel destinations are time-consuming to reach - Cappadocia , for instance, or eastern Anatolia. Antalya has the closest international airport, although most travellers arrive in Olympos by bus, usually having bought one-way tickets from a guesthouse at their last destination.

Iztuzu Beach(Turtle Beach)(Dalyan) : Reached by boat, Turtle Beach [also known as Iztuzu Beach], a sandbar of the Dalyan Delta.30 mins from Dalaman Airport.

Cleopatra’s Beach (Alanya): Alanya is one of the country’s largest resorts. The beach and resort offer great accommodations, facilities and things to do.

Side(Antalya) : Classic Turkish seaside village/beach scenario, but popular with package holiday groups. Fine sandy beaches each side of the town and some ancient ruins. 1 hr from Antalya Airport.

Icmeler Beach(Marmaris) :Icmeler is a popular Turkish holiday resort situated 8 kilometres from Marmaris. The village of İçmeler opposite Marmaris in the same bay.

Konyaaltı Beach(Antalya): Konyaalti sits in the heart of the big city, so this is a great holiday option for anyone who might be bored by the idea of lying on a beach towel for hours. Antalya Airport is only about 20 minutes from the city centre by shuttle bus.

Calis Beach(Fethiye): Çalis Beach is informal, relaxing, and excellent for watersports or a family holiday. Oludeniz is just 10 km (6 miles) away over the hills.

Kemer Beach: Kemer is a lovely seaside town located right on on the sea front. This beach mostly of large pebbles and stones, although the ones near the yacht marina and Yoruk Parki (an anthropological park with a Turkish nomad theme) are of sand.


Via http://www.bestholidaychoice.com

DESTINATION -Luxury Hotel Deals: Are They Out There?

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DESTINATION -
Luxury Hotel Deals: Are They Out There?




 Peninsula Beverly Hills
Finally, after a long hard year of work, the time to take a vacation with your family has come. However, you may find that your budget simply won't permit you to stay in a fancy hotel with all the bells whistles… if you don't know how to find bargains, that is. Those hotels with the 1000 thread count Egyptian cotton sheets, jam packed refrigerator bars, marble bathrooms, and massive flat screen TVs aren't as far out of reach as you may think. Thanks to the internet, it is now easier than ever to find fantastic luxury hotel deals.
The keys to finding a good bargain on a four to five-star hotel are timing and flexibility. If you know exactly where you want to go and aren't willing to budge on your travel dates, you should expect it to be a lot harder to find a good deal on a hotel. On the other hand, if there are multiple destinations you wouldn't mind visiting and you're willing and able to pack your bags and go on vacation at the last minute, you'll find many more luxury hotel deals.

Travel during the Off Season

Why travel during high season? There are too many crowds and the prices are higher. Everything from museum entrances to hotels to parking can cost more during the high season. If you want to find good bargains on luxury accommodations, traveling during the shoulder seasons or off season is your best bet. In some areas, traveling during the off season could mean that some attractions will be closed down or that the weather will be cold or rainy. In that case, the shoulder seasons are a better time to travel because you can enjoy the same attractions as high season without the crowds, exorbitant prices, and unpleasant weather.

Travel In-State

If you want to envelop yourself in luxury for the sake of experiencing luxury, why travel halfway across the world? You can most likely find a lovely luxury hotel in your own state, and you may even be able to get an attractive discount just for being an in-state resident! If you're content with staying close to your stomping grounds, check out the luxury hotels in the area and determine whether they offer discounts to state residents.

Check Online Deals Sites… And then Call the Hotels Directly

You can find rock-bottom prices on luxury hotels by scouring travel bargain websites. However, sometimes you can manage to negotiate an even lower price by contacting the hotel directly, particularly when occupancy is low for those particular travel dates.

Find Last Minute Deals

In order to find last minute deals on luxury hotels, contact travel agents and find out if they know of any deals for upcoming vacation packages or hotel stays. When travel agents have vacancies available for trips that are leaving within the next few days, they may be willing to cut you a good deal just to ensure that they are able to fill those vacancies. You can also stay on top of a lot of last minute deals by signing up for email alerts. If you don't mind the suspense of waiting until the last minute to pack your bags, you can often find excellent last minute bargains on luxury hotels. If you want to trade the shady motel room in for a luxury hotel room complete with sauna access, a Jacuzzi, and room service, keep these bargain hunting tips in mind. With a little effort, you can enjoy your much needed getaway in luxury and style rather than rough it on a budget!
by Melissa Hasan 



Via : www.besttraveldeals.net


Club Med Ixtapa Pacific

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DESTINATION -This all-inclusive resort has 30.9 acres on the west coast of Mexico, near Zihuatanejo (about 100 miles north of Acapulco). Families love:

     * The terrific kids programs
     * Baby Club, and Baby Welcome
     * Unique Club Med "G.O.s" and signature features

Club Med Background
Club Med was the pioneer in the concept of "all-inclusive" vacations, starting out in the 1950's as a real-club tent-village on a Mediterranean beach. Much has changed as Club Med has world-scaled and upscaled to over 90 resorts in 40 countries, but some core features remain the same.
The Club Med Difference
Club Med's kids have superlative unique signature programs and activities, but Club Med the biggest difference is more fundamental. All Club Med villages have GM's and GO's: GM's are the guests (Gentil Membres, or "gracious members"); GO's (gentils organisateurs, "gracious organizers") are the boundlessly energetic staff. Socialize All together, which makes a wonderfully friendly ambiance, especially in a family resort: kids love to share a meal with their kids' club leader.

Club Med Other bonuses include choice locations, Spacious grounds, a focus on recreation, trapeze school, a mini-club show in a professional theater, active kids clubs (no video screens) ...

- More about the Club Med Experience for Families

Club Med Ixapa: Features

This is a Spacious resort, built in hacienda-style in 3-storey buildings with terracotta tile ROOFS. Extra-large suites are available.

Grounds are huge: sports areas include a full-size soccer fields, tennis center, areas for inline skating, trapeze, Archery, and a section of the beach for Watersports. An open-air palapa facing the beach is used for fitness classes and for rehearsals for kids' dance classes.

For foodies: Club Med has roots in France, home of le gourmet. The main restaurant, El Encanto, has outdoor tables, and several differently-styled areas indoors with A / C; this restaurant is buffet-style, and also has a corner for baby food. The beachside Miramar has a la carte items, and is open late. The fine-dining restaurant is the elegant Luna Azul, reservations needed.
Club Med Ixtapa Pacific photo © Teresa Plowright
Club Med Ixtapa Pacific - Baby Club Med

Beach:
Club Med Ixtapa Pacific has a choice location on Playa Quieta (Calm Beach) bay. Boogie-boarding is lots of fun; the shallow gradual slope of the beach is good for toddlers, too.

Activities and recreation includes:

     * Sailing, kayaking
     * Tennis and Archery (with instruction), volleyball, basketball, mini-golf, in-line skating, soccer, rock-climbing wall
     * Trapeze, with instruction
     * Entertianment including evening shows in the theater. (The weekly Mini Club show is a hit.)

Kids Programs
Kids clubs are extensive, and you do not see videoscreens: what you do see are groups of kids with their leaders, having fun in different parts of the resort. Note that Baby and Petit Club Med's require extra charges; other kids' programs are all-included.

Nice touch, for kids: a special children's book, with story set right at the resort.

Babies and Toddlers:

     * Baby Welcome-all-included perks for babies: strollers, bathtubs, Bottle Warmers, potties, portable play-Cribs ...
     * Main restaurant has a microwave, Bottle Warmers, high chairs, booster seats
     * A convenience room with 24-hour access has sterilizers, Blenders, Bottle Warmers

     * Baby Club Med: for ages 4 to 23 months
     * For nap time, babies get the same crib all week
     * Kids have their own cubby, for storing their special stuff
     * Petit Club Med: For ages 2 and 3, usually in two age groups
     * Daytime and evening hours *

The GO's who work in the Baby and Petit Clubs focus specifically on those age groups; typically, they're friendly and enthusiastic young people who speak several languages.
Mini Club Med

     * For ages 4 to 10, divided into several age groups
     * The Mini Club has its own pool
     * Daytime and evening hours
     * Kids participate in the fun activities and sports noted above: for example, the Circus School has juggling, trampoline, and trapeze.
     * Club Med is always adding new programs for the mini-club. A few examples: Petit Tennis, for ages 3 to 7, with special gear; Hip Hop Kidz ®, for ages 4 to 17.
     * A highlight of the evening entertainment is the weekly Mini-Club show: kids perform the dances they learned in the kids' club, in a professional theater setting with lights and sound effects

Junior Club Med:

     * Year-round for ages 11 to 13, and during certain school holidays for ages 14 to 17
     * Junior Club Med has similar activities to the Mini-Club. Teen programs are less formalized; at time of writing, there's no Passworld for teens at this resort, but various fun activities are scheduled, such as night-time water polo.

Outings!
It's always a great idea to explore outside the resort. On our visit, we tried two half-day outings: a lovely horseride along a beautiful beach, and an ATV outing that's a hit with many guests (my teen-gave it a thumbs-up.) A snorkeling trip to a nearby island is popular too. You can also easily visit Zihautenejo ( "Zihau") by taxi: Stroll along a walkway by the beach, shop for Jewellry, hammocks, etc.
Club Med Ixtapa Pacific photo © Teresa Plowright

Keep in mind about Club Med Ixtapa Pacific:

     * Day-beds by the pool and beach are great for families with little kids (-get 'em early, though)
     * Lounge deck above the beach is nice at sunset: families play cards, perhaps a small band plays
     * Lockers and change rooms are available for those with a late departure: enjoy the day at the resort after checkout
     * Buildings do not have elevators, so if you have a lot of kiddie gear, try for the ground-floor
     * Family suites and extra-large suites are available
     * Some rooms do not have a balcony or a walk-out patio; if that's important, book accordingly

North American especially during holiday times, this resort has less of the international flavor that's a feature of Club Med; most clientele is from western Canada and the U.S.. Club Med aficionados will also notice that the trademark for seating (at round tables for eight, with fellow guests) is gone. Still the core differences Club Med remains, and families rave about the GO's and GM's and the kids' programs.


Via : http://travelwithkids.about.com

DESTINATION -Iberostar Cozumel: Background

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DESTINATION -
Iberostar Cozumel: Background
Iberostar is a Spanish company with many resorts worldwide, including several inclusive resorts in Mexico. A major complex in the Mayan Riviera has five resorts at Playa Paraiso, between Cancun and Playa del Carmen.
The island of Cozumel is off shore from Playa del Carmen, and can be reached by airplane or by a short ferry ride.
Cozumel is known for excellent scuba and snorkeling. The Iberostar Cozumel resort is on the southwest coast; location is between two reefs, the Palancar and Santa Rosa Wall. Transfer time is approx. 20 minutes from Cozumel Airport, 2 hours from Cancun by bus plus boat.
Iberostar Cozumel: Features

  • large lake-style pool, children's pool
  • Guests can snorkel and see underwater life right at the resort pier
  • kids 12 and up can learn scuba (and even get PADI certified)
  • Grounds are lush and tropical; kids like to see flamingos, parrots, tortoises, lizards, peacocks, butterflies
  • kids club for ages 4 to 12 (-don't expect major kids' programs)
  • rent a car and explore Cozumel or snorkel at Chakanuub park
  • Guests can play at other Iberostar resorts
Keep in Mind about the Iberostar Cozumel:
  • visitors comment about a section of beach that's rough on the feet-- bring aquasocks!
  • some visitors comment about smoking in public areas
  • as at many resorts, book speciality restaurants as soon as possible
  • some visitors recommend local dive operators, for smaller groups and longer dive time
  • the resort is some distance from the town of San Miguel; taxi may be over $20 each way.
  • Cozumel's beaches were affected by Hurricane Wilma (2005); always check recent visitor comments to find out about beach conditions
Via : http://travelwithkids.about.com

DESTINATION -Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach

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DESTINATION -Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach

Boulevard Kukulcan Km 9 5
Cancun, 77500th, MX
Phone: 866-539-0036
Availability & rates
lowest average nightly rate - $ 265
The Fiesta American Grand Coral Beach has 602 suites with Caribbean views in two 12-story buildings and is located on the quiet, northern side of Punta Cana. Tastes to please any palate are available, on-site restaurants offer unique Mexican cuisine, as well as refined Mediterranean food, and diverse family-friendly Buffets. In addition to exercise equipment and free weights the fitness center has steam rooms as well as yoga and pilates classes. Visit their world-class spa and enjoy an impressive array of treatments from massage to hydrotherapy. Resort guests can take advantage of complimentary access to the 18-hole Pok-Ta-Pok golf course, situated just over a mile off the property. The multi-level pool complex boasts three swim-up bars as well as a special children's pool with a water slide adjacent to a playground. Water sports equipment and guidance are also available. Children ages 4-12 can participate in the complimentary Kids Club, which provides dynamic and supervised activities of all types.

Via : http://www.thenewparentsguide.com

DESTINATION -Beach Palace

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DESTINATION -Beach Palace

Blvd. Kukulcan KM. 11.5 Zona Hotelera,
Cancún, Q. Roo 77500
Phone: 011-52-998-891-4110
The Beach Palace Oceanfront all-inclusive resort is located in the heart of the hotel zone and is only 15 minutes from downtown. The hotel offers 205 air conditioned rooms with whirlpools, 3 restaurants, a swim-up bar, water sports, tennis court, fitness center, activity programs, theme nights along with the exclusive Kids Club where the kids have fun activities such as swimming pools interconnected 2 , volleyball, table games, supervised activities, theme parties and shows every night.


Via : http://www.thenewparentsguide.com

DESTINATION -Avalon Excalibur Acapulco

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DESTINATION -
Avalon Excalibur Acapulco
Acapulco, Mexico
Phone: USA / CA 800 261-5014 / Mexico 01 800 713 8170
Availability & rates
Avalon Excalibur Acapulco is 30 minutes from the Acapulco International Airport close to historic Old Acapulco. The hotel is 19 stories with 399 rooms with the resort offering an array of activities and amenities perfectly suited for every individual and family. A large outdoor pool, two restaurants, a lobby bar, nightly entertainment, a beautiful stretch of beach with palapas, a gift shop, a concierge desk, a luggage room, valet parking, a parking garage and medical and laundry services are just some of the many things you will discover on property. Access to a multitude of water sports and activities can be found on the beach, and a variety of children's' Diversions are available. From the Wild Things kids 'adventures and kiddie pool with play area to Papagallo Park (Renowned for its children's' attractions) just across the street, kids love to visit the Avalon Excalibur.

Via : http://www.thenewparentsguide.com

DESTINATION -Puerto Vallarta

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DESTINATION -
Puerto Vallarta is the second most visited resorts areas in Mexico. The area is popular both among foreign travelers and Mexicans. AcapulcoLocated at the foot of the Sierra Madre mountains, the adventure activities are most often part of the vacation packages. Luxury resorts are just as popular as the boutique hotels or B & Bs. At a 4 star resort expect to pay between U.S. $ 130 and U.S. $ 220 per night per room, depending on the room type. Make sure to ask if the AC is included or not in the room price.

Acapulco is another popular Mexican resort destination. Both the "old town", really popular among the rich and famous, and the new developed Punto Diamante attract tourists like a magnet. You will find pretty much accommodation for any budget. At a 4 star resort expect to pay about U.S. $ 200 per night per room. Make sure to ask if the AC is included in the room price.



DESTINATION -Vacation in Tulum, Mexico

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DESTINATION -
Vacation in Tulum, Mexico

Tulum, which is located on the southern tip of the Gulf of Mexico, is a popular vacation destination for many tourists from all over the world, in particular the U.S.. With its picturesque scenery and flawless Coastline complete with golden sandy beaches, Tulum has a natural ambience to rival any other vacation destination in the world. Although only a short drive from the world famous Cancun complete with it's Hustle and bustle and wild reputation, Tulum is a more calm, Serene and relaxing place to vacation in. Tulum tends to attract a quieter and older crowd than the spring break college kids who flock to Cancun. However, Tulum is far from boring and there are several things to do to keep you stimulated and Occupied.

Resorts in Tulum

Tulum is home to several top class international resort spas where you can be pampered and treated like royalty with your every needs, want and whim catered for. Whether it's a relaxing day spa complete with facials Scrubs and Body Massages, of an afternoon sipping a cool beverage in a Jacuzzi while relaxing with friends and looking out onto the calm blue seas, Tulum has plenty of resorts available to you. Some of the most popular resorts in Tulum include the dreams resort, the Grand Principe resort, the El Dorado Resort, the resort and the Sirenis resort Zahara. All of these are five star places with the usual facilities you would expect in a hotel
such as gyms, saunas, swimming pools, restaurants, live musical performances and top quality rooms for your comfort. Most of these resorts are located near or on the beachfront making a Stroll along the beach in the morning or evening a pleasant way to spend a couple of hours.

What to do in Tulum

Tulum has a great selection of restaurants offering various different types of international cuisine satisfying your appetite so should not be a problem. Because of it's location on the coast of Mexico, there are plenty of options available when it comes to water sports. There are diving outfits that organize day trips from Tulum from where you'll see some of the most beautiful coral reefs in the world. Alternatively there is snorkelling available if you are Unable to go scuba diving. Jet skis and boats abound all along the coast and can be rented for an hour, a few hours or even a full day. If you are interested in more cultural pursuits then day trips to nearby Archeological sites can be arranged at the front desk of most resorts.

Via : http://www.kwintessential.co.uk

DESTINATION - How to get a casita at half price

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DESTINATION -
How to get a casita at half price
nicaragua real estate golf property
It’s no coincidence that our 3 day Your Future Now Real Estate Tours feature the finest master-planned communities in the country. After all, the tours are designed to make you a smarter investor by showing you the very best deals, backed up by top brands and master-developers who keep their promises long after today’s sale.
So you can imagine how excited we are to announce that December is the opening month for a brand new Oceanside Golf Course … and that tour participants will get to play a hole.
But there’s more:
The owners have agreed an exclusive offer, just for participants of our December 4-6th and 11-13th tours.
It goes like this: Play a hole-in-one and you get to own a casita for half price! If you miss on your first shot, you can have a second opportunity in exchange for a $10 donation to the Hope and Development Charity to try the shot again.
Feeling lucky?

Leveraging sun+beach+golf in a course that’s designed right

As you stand at the tee, lining up your shot you’ll realize that you don’t have to wait any longer for your dream investment. The golf course is already open, the ocean is right there and you can get both, right now, at remarkably affordable prices.
Welcome to the good times
Even if you don’t get the hole-in-one(!), you can be sure that the properties we showcase on Your Future Now are available at a fraction of the price of similar properties in Costa Rica, Mexico or Florida. And best of all we cover your in-country expenses, including meals, travel and accommodation for the three days.
If you can’t make it in December, don’t worry. You may not get to play for a hole-in-one, but you will be immersed in the rich destination experiences that await you in Nicaragua. You’ll also see how you can live better, for less in Nicaragua.
The Property Tours run on the following dates:
  • November 13-15th 2009
  • December 4-6th 2009
  • December 11-13th 2009
  • February 12-14th 2010
  • February 26-28th 2010
Why not reinvent yourself … your life? Our real estate tours are a perfect way to show you how, and they’ll give you all the information you need to make the proper decision. Join us and learn how you can live like a millionaire, without having to be one.


Via http://www.cbnicaragua.com

DESTINATION -Malaysia, according to data Bali Provincial Tourism Office

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DESTINATION -Malaysia, according to data Bali Provincial Tourism Office, Monday, ranks fourth in the list of suppliers of foreign tourists (tourists) to the Province of Bali most up to August 2009

DESTINATION -Tradition "Alms Punthuk Setumbu"

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DESTINATION -Tradition "Alms Punthuk Setumbu" expected to be the area of tourism events calendar Borobudur in Magelang regency, Central Java (Central Java). At the opening of "Alms Punthuk Setumbu" in the Village Karangrejo, Borobudur, Saturday.

DESTINATION -27 sailboat (yacht) international stopover in Kelayang Cape Coast, East Belitung, Bangka Belitung

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DESTINATION -27 sailboat (yacht) international stopover in Kelayang Cape Coast, East Belitung, Bangka Belitung, following the activities of "Sail Indonesia" held 21-26 October 2009 in the area.

Chairman of Sail Indonesia implementing activities that also Chairman of Yayasan Cinta Bahari Indonesia (CBI) Billiton, Remond T Lasmana Cape Kelayang, Sunday, said the 2009 Sail Indonesia participants decreased compared to last year because some of the yacht had to follow to follow Sail Bunaken in Manado and Bitung, Sulawesi North (North Sulawesi), 12-20 August 2009.

Of 128 international sailing ship registered, only 27 ships that came to visit because some or approximately 43 yachts have followed Sail Bunaken and immediately return to their countries, thus affecting the amount of Sail Indonesia participants in Belitung.

In addition, he said, some participants Sail Indonesia's visa ran out so they had to exit before the 2009 Sail Indonesia digelarnya in Belitung.


According to him, interested Sail Bunaken 2009 is pretty much up to 300 more but is limited only as much as 128 sailboats for many reasons, however, only 27 vessels that visit the display of the 128 registered sailboat.

Sail Indonesia is the national activities carried out in the Pacific Islands that could enhance maritime tourism development and the number of foreign tourists visit, so the future should be packed more attractive and professional.

In general, Sail Indonesia participants were foreign tourists who are elderly and they want to find serenity and peace, then we should make them become peaceful and calm with presents things that make them interested and impressed that ultimately they longed to return to Babylon.



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DESTINATION -Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII)

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DESTINATION -Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) will hold a ceremony at the Nusantara Cultural Carnival Saturday, October 24, 2009, which focused on areas of Tugu Api Pancasila Plaza on the environment in the national cultural tourism sites such. This event is part of the annual activities week TMII Wira Culture, which aims to raise again the existence of cultural heritage, among other royal soldier who owned a number of areas in the country.

The diversity of these traditional army will be shown in a performance titled Carnival soldiering archipelago, starting at 14.00-17.00 WIB, with the theme "Building a Nation Patriotism For Children".

DESTINATION -Indonesia immediately optimize online transactions in the world of tourism as one of the macro strategy tourism marketing next year.

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DESTINATION -Indonesia immediately optimize online transactions in the world of tourism as one of the macro strategy tourism marketing next year.

"One of our macro strategy for tourism next year is to more use of online transactions," said Director General of Marketing Department of Culture and Tourism, Sapta Nirwandar, in Jakarta on Wednesday.

He said, it is one effort to focus on "horizontal marketing" (marketing horizontal).

DESTINATION -Little India

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DESTINATION -Little India

Malaysia Klang district administration to give economic incentives famous 'Little India' tourist attractions.

Selangor Mentri Besar Khalid Ibrahim said that the Little India has long brought in tourist dollars.

More than 100 pre-war shops, restaurants, craftshops, jewelry shops and stores in Little India provides a full cultural experience to the tourists, said Ibrahim.

Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Raman NP leader said the idea for Little India as a tourist commendable.