How about a vacation to Afghanistan?
Posted by admin on Aug 21, 2011 | Leave a Comment
Just as President Obama laid out plans for troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, Canadian tour operator Bestway Tours & Safaris introduced a program to bring travelers to the war-torn country, starting this fall.
Mahmood Poonja, who refers to himself as “chief explorer” of Bestway, a company that started guiding travelers along the Silk Road in 1974, said that for off-the-beaten-track travelers, Afghanistan...
What is the Best Way to Travel Through Europe on a Budget?
Posted by admin on Jan 19, 2011 | Leave a Comment
If you decide to travel through Europe, you may find out that it can be hard to see Europe on a budget. Depending on the exchange rate between your home country and the European country you are visiting as well as your current financial state, traveling in Europe on a budget may be a difficult, but not necessarily impossible, task. While traveling you’ll need to spend money on food, attractions, lodging, and transportation...
Italy Yacht Charters
Posted by admin on Oct 24, 2010 | 6 Comments
With more than 5,000 miles of coastline, yacht charters prevail on the western side of Italy. The immensely beautiful Amalfi Coast welcomes charter yachts to Southern Italy’s most popular getaway. The coast sports famous architecture and art, and rural areas diverse in cultivation. Yacht charters in Italy’s entire Tyrrhenian Sea region is best from May to October, though Italy charter yachts are available throughout...
Where Is US Government Passport Office ?
Posted by admin on Oct 07, 2010 | 3 Comments
So, you are planning your first international trip? However, without a passport you will not be able to go abroad. That is why you need to know where the US government passport office is.
The US passport is issued by the US Department of State. This is the only government office that has the authority to issue passports to US citizens. The department has identified post offices, municipal government offices, public...
How Ice Climbing Works
Posted by admin on Oct 03, 2010 | 1 Comment
Ice Climbing Techniques
For basic climbing techniques, you’ll need to refer to “How Rock Climbing Works“. Here, we’ll teach you about methods specific to ice climbing — from how to correctly use your crampons to perfecting the swing of your pick.
Based on the terrain, ice climbers alternate between two basic techniques. The French technique, or flat flooting, works best on low-angled slopes....
Rock Climbing Technique, Performance and Climbing Tips
Posted by admin on Oct 01, 2010 | 6 Comments
13 valuable rock climbing tips for developing technique and improving climbing performance. The following tips are seen as the most essential techniques with biggest payoff in rock climbing performance:
Performance Climbing Tip #1 Warm Up and Stretch. Stretching improves circulation and flexibility which translates to improved climbing technique. Prior to climbing, take a half hour to get your muscles and joints limbered,...
When and Where to Travel Thailand
Posted by admin on Sep 12, 2010 | 2 Comments
Where? When?
Wherever you travel in the world, it is important to get the timing right. Not knowing about a country’s seasons and possible weather conditions can turn your holiday into a nightmare. Likewise, gathering some basic details about what to expect will help you make the right decisions about where and when to go.
When and Where to Travel Thailand
As far as Thailand is concerned, the best time of year for...
How to buy cheap air tickets to Malaysia
Posted by admin on Aug 20, 2010 | 106 Comments
One of the wonderful effects of the internet revolution is the lowering of the cost of business. As a result, online purchases and bookings are often encouraged and getting things like flight tickets end up cheaper online than if you went through a travel agent. The difference is you have to do the checks yourself, so it’s as if you were your own travel agent. Book your flight into Malaysia in advance – as the seats...
How to rent a car in Malaysia
Posted by admin on Aug 19, 2010 | 94 Comments
Malaysia Car Rental Hire
In East Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak) and Langkawi I will always recommend renting a car, but in Kuala Lumpur, it is better and easier to utilize the efficient public transport.
Will you be able to drive in Malaysia? If you’re an experienced, confident driver who can drive on the left-hand side of the road (same as Britain and Australia) and are willing to adapt to a foreign country’s...
Best time to visit Malaysia
Posted by admin on Aug 18, 2010 | 17 Comments
When’s the best time to visit Malaysia?
Check the 2009 Events Listings to plan your trip.
The best time to visit Malaysia is to avoid the two peak tourist seasons. The first peak tourist season falls roughly from the beginning of December to the end of January, covering the major public holidays — Christmas, New Year’s Day, Chinese New Year. Hari Raya Puasa, celebrating the end of Ramadan, shifts dates from year...
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