Thailand is teeming with tourists, perhaps it is because of blend of mystery and excitement, the mix of ancient lore and modern nightlife. Thailand, has been known as Siam for centuries, Thailand has been a crossroads of culture and religion and the 21st century has not changed that fact.
If you are a Buddhist, it is the destination of a lifetime, if you are simply one who enjoys witnessing a culture far different than your own; again it is the destination of life time. For the devotee of Buddha; Thailand is home to some of the most unique and unusual Buddhist temples in the world.
And even if you are not a Buddhist, to stare at the emerald Buddha, crafted entirely of jasper quartz or jade is staggering to the imagination; the jade is dated to the 15th century, with the murals not being quite as old.
Add to that the fact that travelling in Thailand (not counting the airfare to get there) is one of the most inexpensive destinations worldwide. Hotels, food, shopping all are priced to make even a tourist with a modest budget, travel in style and eat like a King (a bowl of noodles cost less than one Dollar US)
If you are either the type of traveller who goes with a group, or strikes out on your own; either is find in Thailand with hotels to accommodate any budget. Backpackers can choose Kaosan road and if your tastes are more refined, you can choose packages from $40 to $100 or even $200 a night. The service is outstanding and staff will cater to your every whim.
Bangkok is full of activity, home to The National Museum of Thai art, musical instruments, weapons, woodcarving, ceramics, clothing and sacred Buddha images. While you're here, don't miss the Vinmanmek Teak Mansion, the largest teak structure standing. And of course you'll want to visit The Royal Elephant Museum and Dusuit Zoom.
ROYAL ELEPHANT MUSEUM: The Royal Elephant Museum (this was first a stable for elephants commissioned by King Chulalongkorn) was an area or enclosure in the Palace and would eventually lay claim to containing the famous white elephant. This elephant was purported to have spiritual powers and was later elevated royal status in 1906.
While there are many ways to travel, I feel that coming to Thailand with a tour is not the best way to see the country. Certainly you will hit the high spots, but you will be surrounded by many other tourists, many love to discover Thailand more intimately. Thailand is a country that loves visitors, has kind and caring people and getting from one place to the other is easy, with the skytrain, taxi or tuk-tuk.
TUK-TUK: The tuk-tuk is like a small taxi and is widely used for transporting people in Southeast Asia. The name itself is derived from the sound of the engine. Tourist seem to like them since in times of increased traffic, they are often faster than a taxi. Be certain of the price you are paying for your ride and bargain for your fare, it is not expected to pay the first price you are quoted in Thailand.
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Friday, August 22, 2008
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Top Ten Beautiful Sights That The Philippines Has To Offer
The Philippines is an archipelago made up of about 7,100 islands. This archipelago country is located in Southeast Asia. In Asia, it is also one of the popular countries that get visited yearly by tourists, and here are the top ten places that they love going back to.
1.) Intramuros
This walled “city” is located in Manila. It served as a walled settlement of the Spaniards during their occupation of the country and, as such, has its own museums as well as churches and wonderful ruins. Today, this well-preserved Intramuros is one of the visited places in the Philippines.
2.) Rizal Park
Also called Luneta, this is a very good place if you want a leisurely walk. This park is dedicated to the Philippines’ national hero, Jose Rizal, who was not only a poet but a very good writer during the Spanish era, and this was also the place where he was executed. Now, this is a popular place for picnics.
3.) Baywalk
This is a walking distance from the Rizal Park. You can find here numerous restaurants and bars offering wonderful foods and drinks. This is also a nice place to stroll along as well as listen to the many bands that play at night.
4.) Mount Pinatubo
This majestic volcano that wreaked havoc in the lives of Filipinos during the early 1990s is located in Pampanga. Here, you can take guided hikes on some parts of its slope. You can also take a refreshing dip in Pinatubo’s crater lake.
5.) Nayong Pilipino
If you want to tour famous destinations of the Philippines in one spot, then visit Nayong Pilipino. This cultural park has a miniature Philippine Islands including some of the beautiful spots of the country. You can also buy here some native foods as well as souvenirs.
6.) Camp John Hay
When you visit Baguio, the country’s summer capital, be sure to visit also Camp John Hay. This used to be an American Military area but was later given to the Philippine government. Now, it is a recreational center with golf club, and it also offers horseback riding as well as camping.
7.) Boracay
Boracay Island is located in the Visayas Region. What this beautiful island offers is its majestic white sand beaches. This is a popular tourist destination of not only the locals but the foreigners as well, and there are a lot of activities here like the usual water sports as well as trendy bars and discos during summertime.
8.) Mount Apo
This magnificent mountain can be found in Davao. Here, you can go nature tripping as well as hiking. You will also see here the Philippine Eagle, which is said to be one of the biggest eagles of the world.
9.) Mayon Volcano
This wonderful and perfectly cone-shaped volcano can be found in Bicol. What makes this a major tourist spot is that you will find here the bell tower of an old church that was buried when it erupted during the early 1800s, and also, with that major eruption, it buried the Cagsawa town. Now, this is a must-see when you visit the Philippines, and you can also buy your souvenirs here as well as the famous pili nut candy.
10.) Camarines Sur Water Sports Complex
Located in Pili, Camarines Sur in Bicol, this is fast becoming a must-visit place whenever you visit the Philippines. If you love cable wakeboarding, then this is the place to be as it boasts of a wonderful cable wakeboarding experience as well as modern amenities. You can also find quaint cabanas here where you can spend your summer or vacation, plus, the services here are excellent.
About the Author: Jonathan Williams is the travel writer for Destination Guide TV - the place to share travel videos. Visit http://www.destinationguide.tv/philippines to view or share Philippines travel videos.
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1.) Intramuros
This walled “city” is located in Manila. It served as a walled settlement of the Spaniards during their occupation of the country and, as such, has its own museums as well as churches and wonderful ruins. Today, this well-preserved Intramuros is one of the visited places in the Philippines.
2.) Rizal Park
Also called Luneta, this is a very good place if you want a leisurely walk. This park is dedicated to the Philippines’ national hero, Jose Rizal, who was not only a poet but a very good writer during the Spanish era, and this was also the place where he was executed. Now, this is a popular place for picnics.
3.) Baywalk
This is a walking distance from the Rizal Park. You can find here numerous restaurants and bars offering wonderful foods and drinks. This is also a nice place to stroll along as well as listen to the many bands that play at night.
4.) Mount Pinatubo
This majestic volcano that wreaked havoc in the lives of Filipinos during the early 1990s is located in Pampanga. Here, you can take guided hikes on some parts of its slope. You can also take a refreshing dip in Pinatubo’s crater lake.
5.) Nayong Pilipino
If you want to tour famous destinations of the Philippines in one spot, then visit Nayong Pilipino. This cultural park has a miniature Philippine Islands including some of the beautiful spots of the country. You can also buy here some native foods as well as souvenirs.
6.) Camp John Hay
When you visit Baguio, the country’s summer capital, be sure to visit also Camp John Hay. This used to be an American Military area but was later given to the Philippine government. Now, it is a recreational center with golf club, and it also offers horseback riding as well as camping.
7.) Boracay
Boracay Island is located in the Visayas Region. What this beautiful island offers is its majestic white sand beaches. This is a popular tourist destination of not only the locals but the foreigners as well, and there are a lot of activities here like the usual water sports as well as trendy bars and discos during summertime.
8.) Mount Apo
This magnificent mountain can be found in Davao. Here, you can go nature tripping as well as hiking. You will also see here the Philippine Eagle, which is said to be one of the biggest eagles of the world.
9.) Mayon Volcano
This wonderful and perfectly cone-shaped volcano can be found in Bicol. What makes this a major tourist spot is that you will find here the bell tower of an old church that was buried when it erupted during the early 1800s, and also, with that major eruption, it buried the Cagsawa town. Now, this is a must-see when you visit the Philippines, and you can also buy your souvenirs here as well as the famous pili nut candy.
10.) Camarines Sur Water Sports Complex
Located in Pili, Camarines Sur in Bicol, this is fast becoming a must-visit place whenever you visit the Philippines. If you love cable wakeboarding, then this is the place to be as it boasts of a wonderful cable wakeboarding experience as well as modern amenities. You can also find quaint cabanas here where you can spend your summer or vacation, plus, the services here are excellent.
About the Author: Jonathan Williams is the travel writer for Destination Guide TV - the place to share travel videos. Visit http://www.destinationguide.tv/philippines to view or share Philippines travel videos.
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Saturday, August 9, 2008
Traveling To The Philippines? Know Your Travel Agency!
The Philippine Travel Agency market is currently a burgeoning success. As sound government policies on tourism takes primacy along with the natural beauty of the Philippines, different travel agents have regarded the Philippines as one of the fastest growing Asian destinations.
With the magnificent Philippine beach resort and beaches in tow, the best and cost effective travel agents look at Philippines as a choice recommendation for their tourist clients. With the impressive hospitality of its people, the Philippines has a wide collection of Philippine travel agents eager to bring the spectacular side of the Philippines to its market.
The Major Travel Agencies in the Philippines
● iTravel Philippines
One reputable Philippine Travel Agency is iTravel Philippines. iTravel follows it commitment to bring inspiration and encouraging travelers to look at the islands for nature tripping and eco-tourism. With their slogan, “Experience Paradise and Wonders in the Philippines,” they feature the most popular and scenic destinations such as the capital heartland of Manila, the exotic island of Bohol and the ever popular Boracay. Their online booking form makes it easy to select travel destinations and make hassle-free and instant travel commitments.
● WOW Philippines Travel Agency
In the world of Philippine travel, one of the most respected names is WOW Philippines Travel Agency. Based in Santa Ana, Manila, they provide the best link to the hot spots in the Philippines including Puerto Galera, Batangas, and Subic Bay. Their discount travel packages include casual travel and tours, honeymoon or wedding events, diving packages that feature the best diving spots in the archipelago and golf packages for the corporate buff. WOW Philippines Travel Agency runs on excellent customer service and outstanding loyalty to their clients. Their travel services include hotel and resort reservations, conference or banquet reservations, prime class flight to Boracay, car rental, and guidance on tourist’s traveling papers.
● Scorpio Travel & Tours Inc. is a world class tour operator and Philippine Travel Agency. Scorpio Travel has garnered numerous awards and accreditation including the Philippine Marketing Excellence Award. It is a member of the Philippine Travel and Tourism Council and a number of other reputable agency organizations. Their array of services include visa consultation, international and domestic tours, international and domestic ticketing, cruises, travel insurance, meetings and conventions, and health and wellness tours. Its competitive prices and dynamic marketing strategy makes it one of the most popular Philippine Travel Agency with international recognition.
● Royal Vacations Travel and Tours is a Canadian company offering balikbayan rates to Filipinos and every other tourist interested in visiting the Philippines. Their Toronto-based location allows for a very diverse client based services giving dynamic charisma to the Canadian and American travelers who are impressed with Royal Vacations Travel and Tours. They offer the most affordable rates for Canadian residents, Americans, and Filipinos alike. As they are a full service travel agency, they also order travel and tour packages to the delight of their clients.
● Blue Horizons Travel and Tours is one of the biggest wholesale travel agency that handles tourist from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Their diverse set of services seeks to bring out the pearl beauty of the Philippines. Such services are sightseeing tours, multi-lingual tour guides, study tours, conventions, and more. For those interested in diving and gold they have specific tour packages to bring out these experiences to you.
The Alliance of Philippine Travel Agencies (APTA) is a consortium of domestic and international Philippine travel agents whose aim is to provide the best and most professional travel experience for the casual and business tourist. Duly recognized by the Philippines’ Department of Tourism, APTA also provides consultations, and recommendations to the tourism sector for a strategic plan to develop the country as a prime tourist spot in Asia. Its member travel agencies are Airfair International, Asian Pacific Travel, Garden State Travel NY, Pacific Asia Leisure, and USA & Orientours to name a few. Thus, its roster of members boasts an array of credible foreign and local travel agents there is.
As you travel to the Philippines, expect no complication when you choose a Philippine Travel Agency. These agencies will surely take the identity of Philippine hospitality that will definitely leave a mark on you as a tourist.
About the Author: Jose Maria Abada writes for Philippine-Travel-Guide.com. Check it out to learn more about the Philippine Resorts, Philippine Beaches, Philippine Hotels, Philippine Folk Dances and Philippine News Links.
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With the magnificent Philippine beach resort and beaches in tow, the best and cost effective travel agents look at Philippines as a choice recommendation for their tourist clients. With the impressive hospitality of its people, the Philippines has a wide collection of Philippine travel agents eager to bring the spectacular side of the Philippines to its market.
The Major Travel Agencies in the Philippines
● iTravel Philippines
One reputable Philippine Travel Agency is iTravel Philippines. iTravel follows it commitment to bring inspiration and encouraging travelers to look at the islands for nature tripping and eco-tourism. With their slogan, “Experience Paradise and Wonders in the Philippines,” they feature the most popular and scenic destinations such as the capital heartland of Manila, the exotic island of Bohol and the ever popular Boracay. Their online booking form makes it easy to select travel destinations and make hassle-free and instant travel commitments.
● WOW Philippines Travel Agency
In the world of Philippine travel, one of the most respected names is WOW Philippines Travel Agency. Based in Santa Ana, Manila, they provide the best link to the hot spots in the Philippines including Puerto Galera, Batangas, and Subic Bay. Their discount travel packages include casual travel and tours, honeymoon or wedding events, diving packages that feature the best diving spots in the archipelago and golf packages for the corporate buff. WOW Philippines Travel Agency runs on excellent customer service and outstanding loyalty to their clients. Their travel services include hotel and resort reservations, conference or banquet reservations, prime class flight to Boracay, car rental, and guidance on tourist’s traveling papers.
● Scorpio Travel & Tours Inc. is a world class tour operator and Philippine Travel Agency. Scorpio Travel has garnered numerous awards and accreditation including the Philippine Marketing Excellence Award. It is a member of the Philippine Travel and Tourism Council and a number of other reputable agency organizations. Their array of services include visa consultation, international and domestic tours, international and domestic ticketing, cruises, travel insurance, meetings and conventions, and health and wellness tours. Its competitive prices and dynamic marketing strategy makes it one of the most popular Philippine Travel Agency with international recognition.
● Royal Vacations Travel and Tours is a Canadian company offering balikbayan rates to Filipinos and every other tourist interested in visiting the Philippines. Their Toronto-based location allows for a very diverse client based services giving dynamic charisma to the Canadian and American travelers who are impressed with Royal Vacations Travel and Tours. They offer the most affordable rates for Canadian residents, Americans, and Filipinos alike. As they are a full service travel agency, they also order travel and tour packages to the delight of their clients.
● Blue Horizons Travel and Tours is one of the biggest wholesale travel agency that handles tourist from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Their diverse set of services seeks to bring out the pearl beauty of the Philippines. Such services are sightseeing tours, multi-lingual tour guides, study tours, conventions, and more. For those interested in diving and gold they have specific tour packages to bring out these experiences to you.
The Alliance of Philippine Travel Agencies (APTA) is a consortium of domestic and international Philippine travel agents whose aim is to provide the best and most professional travel experience for the casual and business tourist. Duly recognized by the Philippines’ Department of Tourism, APTA also provides consultations, and recommendations to the tourism sector for a strategic plan to develop the country as a prime tourist spot in Asia. Its member travel agencies are Airfair International, Asian Pacific Travel, Garden State Travel NY, Pacific Asia Leisure, and USA & Orientours to name a few. Thus, its roster of members boasts an array of credible foreign and local travel agents there is.
As you travel to the Philippines, expect no complication when you choose a Philippine Travel Agency. These agencies will surely take the identity of Philippine hospitality that will definitely leave a mark on you as a tourist.
About the Author: Jose Maria Abada writes for Philippine-Travel-Guide.com. Check it out to learn more about the Philippine Resorts, Philippine Beaches, Philippine Hotels, Philippine Folk Dances and Philippine News Links.
Source: www.isnare.com
Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=234647&ca=Travel
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