6 Reasons to Have a Tour Guide in China

January 27th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

China is one of the top choices for a holiday in Asia, and for several great reasons. The large country is home to hundreds, if not thousands, of scenic areas, historical landmarks, cultural excursions and thriving urban areas. However, as you might expect from such a large nation, it can be difficult to organize and plan an entire trip without the help of a guide. There are several reasons to consider having an experienced guide you for all or part of your holiday in China, and here are the best ones:

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10 Free Things to Do in Las Vegas

January 27th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

It’s easy to spend money in Las Vegas. Whether you’re gambling away your cash at one of the city’s many casinos, drinking and dancing the night away at a club or taking in a Cirque Du Soleil show, you’re likely to return home with a much lighter wallet. However, Las Vegas is home to more great free attractions than the vast majority of other cities. The giant casino resorts are happy to lay on lavish entertainment to draw in guests, as they know the extra revenue from Blackjack tables and slot machines will more than cover the cost.

You don’t have to play the casino owners’ game.

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Edinburgh Vs. Glasgow The Tale of 2 Cities

January 25th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

There has long been a debate about the relative merits of Glasgow and Edinburgh. Each city has a proud history and plenty to offer its inhabitants and visitors. So which is better? Both cities have their upsides and downsides, making it difficult to establish the answer to the question.

Size and Population

Glasgow with over a million inhabitants is a much larger city than Edinburgh, which has a more modest population of 500,000. Glasgow has much more of an industrial past than Edinburgh, so the population is more traditionally working class than Edinburgh, which has a very middle-class demographic.

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Best Cruises in 2012? Go Down Under

January 25th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

If you’re tired of the islands in the Mediterranean or the packed cruises at Fort Lauderdale, venture south where the sights are unlike any you’ll get north of the equator. Stop by Darwin’s Galapagos Islands, soak up the sun in the Barossa wine valley or hike in some of the most beautiful reserves of New Zealand. Cruising in the Antipodes is a great way to escape the endless northern winter and enjoy summer days on the deck of a stately cruise liner.

Fleets cruising in these seas call at several places in Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Island and Asia.

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Travel To London For The Olympics 2012

January 25th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

Even though London 2012 Olympic games are some time away, britain’s capital has been in the open public attention from a while now because the plans for the Olympics carry on. And up until the games begin in July 2012, there’s a lot to discover and do in the uk that it could be a significant pity to not get a feeling of this fantastic city in the run up to this exclusive occasion.

Travel UK is obviously, well-known around the globe, and views like the red double decker buses, Buckingham Palace, Downing Street and Bond Street are typical pictures all over the world, and each year huge numbers of people from all around the globe, like the US, Canada, Australia and Europe visit britain’s capital.

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Vacation Planning: Exciting or Stressful?

January 25th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

Have you ever been flicking through the TV channels only to stumble across a travel show where images of exotic lands are flashing before your eyes? Instantly you want to be there, you feel inspired, alive and fully charged. Then those thoughts come rolling in, you know the kind of thoughts, the ones that really rain on your parade: I’ll have to apply for time off, I’ll have to save the money, I’ll have to arrange the tickets and all of the travel arrangements, and who will look after the house/pets/plants while I’m gone? Questions! Questions! Questions!

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The Best of Ireland’s Cultural Hot Spots

January 25th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

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When planning a trip anywhere the location is always paramount, but for many of us once the location has been decided, what to do whilst we are there becomes the next part to fathom. So, for example, if you have decided to visit Ireland and your interests are music, film and art, you would want to know the best places to go to soak up these parts of the culture. Dublin would seem the obvious choice for many of us as it is the capital city and it is the most populated city in Ireland.

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Five Must-See Destinations in Spain

January 25th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

When you think of Spain, what comes to mind?  Flamenco dancers?  Bullfighting?  Delicious cuisine?  Well of course all of the above can be found in Spain, but did you also know that there are also hundreds of UNESCO heritage sites that are worthy of a visit?  And then there are the mountains, the stunning beaches, museums and fortresses!  A holiday to Spain can be catered precisely to your tastes.  Below are five of the must see places in the country.

1. The Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao

The Guggenheim Museum is a true masterpiece.  Created from limestone, glass and titanium, the museum opened in 1997 and is a true sight to behold.

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Theme Parks that are Appropriate for your Kids

January 25th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

There are a lot of theme parks all over the world. Some have extreme rides, others have walk in adventures. But you should remember that theme parks are made for kids. You have to base your chosen park according to your kid’s age.

I will provide you with a short list of theme parks perfect for toddlers, kids and teens.

For kids 10 and below, here are the best amusement parks for them:

Legoland California. As a kid, I doubt that you haven’t played Lego. It was so much fun to stack one piece to another and be able to create your own creature, castle or world.

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Go On, I Dare You…

January 25th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

Vacations for daredevils.

 

It seems like our everyday lives so often have us coloring within the lines that, more and more, we need to let off steam. But where once a trip to the batting cage could wipe away the stresses of the day sometimes it takes something a good bit more adventuresome. Thankfully, thrill seekers can have their fill because the travel and tourism industry is well aware of this need, and many companies are devising some very clever travel packages to answer the call. Whether doing a day trip or planning an extended stay, these days you can create a vacation that is as mellow and quiet or as thrill-seeking as you could ever hope for.

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