Asia Travel

Travel with your pet

Vili Filipova — Wed, 16 May 2012 10:36:29 +0000

Our pets are like our best friend, that’s why they called the dogs as man’s best friend. The reason is because they are the type of animals that would always love you and be there for you no matter what. They are loyal, just waiting for you to come home everyday.
Our pets also is one way to relax us, so whenever we go, as much as possible we want to bring them along. The good thing is many countries have pet friendly hotels that welcome pets. The only thing for you to do is to find a pet hotel that is allowing pets inside for you to be able to make your trip.
Most of the traveler doesn’t want to leave their pets at home. They want their pet beside them so the pet feel safe and happy. Though there are hotels that are used to guest that bringing along pets but not every hotel will allow them but don’t be anxious for their many pet-friendly hotel there that you can choose from. They are some rules for guests who bring their pets so you want to fully understand the rules. And there will be an extra pet fee so don’t be surprise.
Many large and expensive hotels also allow pets in thier room. Such as Fairmont or the W Hotel. The price is not low but your pet will get the best service there. A five star vacation with your family and your family pet takes a lot of time to plan. Low season like February to May, or September to Novermber, the price is usually lower.

A History & Guide to the Ins and Outs of Covent Garden

Vili Filipova — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 18:00:23 +0000

Covent Garden is one of the liveliest and most interesting shopping districts in London. It’s also home to theatres, museums and monuments, making it a great destination for visitors to London. Travelodge’s Covent Garden hotel puts you within easy reach of all that this colourful and exciting district has to offer.
Although Covent Garden is a thriving commercial district today, it hasn’t always been. Archaeologists have discovered evidence showing that Covent Garden was once the heart of the Anglo-Saxon settlement of Lundenwic, or London Market, during the 8th and 9th centuries. The main settlement area relocated in the late 9th century, however, possibly because of the threat of Viking attacks. Throughout the Middle Ages, Covent Garden was primarily fields and orchards owned by Westminster Abbey. This connection gave rise to the name “Covent Garden”, derived from “convent”. Urban development began in the 16th century, and today Covent Garden is at the heart of London.
Covent Garden’s landmarks include theatres such as the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane and the Royal Opera House. Over a dozen other major theatres can be found in and around Covent Garden. The area has played an important role in London’s theatrical history, and as show times approach, the streets fill with theatregoers on their way to performances either in Covent Garden or in nearby areas.
Other major landmarks include the London Transport Museum and the massive Covent Garden market. The market is home to stalls which sell clothes, gifts and cosmetics. The piazza in front of the building is often crowded with sightseers and street performers. The famous Seven Dials is an intersection of seven streets marked with a monumental pillar. The narrow streets that lead off from Seven Dials are filled with small shops selling everything from musical instruments to books, clothes, art and games. Some streets specialise in particular products; for instance, Neal Street is largely lined with shoe shops.
Covent Garden offers a wide variety of places to eat and drink, although restaurants and bars can be crowded, especially in the evening when theatre crowds fill the area. Bookings are essential at fashionable restaurants like Joe Allen or The Ivy. Bars range from large modern pubs to the beautifully preserved Victorian interior of The Salisbury or the rock-and-roll ambience of The Intrepid Fox.

Seoul

Vili Filipova — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 11:20:34 +0000

Seoul is the tenth largest city in the world. In his past and future are combined in an amazing way. For its rich history witness the ancient palaces, temples and arches, while shiny skyscrapers and busy traffic creates pulsating picture of a typical twenty-first century metropolis. Seoul is the capital of South Korea and its political, economic and cultural center. The population numbers 11 million inhabitants. Irresistible urbanization and increasing the number of cars led to severe air pollution and the formation of a permanent smog over the city during the 80s and 90s of last century. As in Tokyo, however, and works in Seoul a special program to combat atmospheric pollution which has led to considerable success. Today Seoul is unusually clean city, which is partly rooted in the ancient norms and rules of behavior (eg ban on food consumption in public places outside catering). Those who pollute the streets are fined by the authorities with one of the largest fines in the world – 70 thousand won (about $ 100). Seoul City Hall has broad authority to use the financial resources of the city, which reflects favorably on the environment. Until recently, Hwang was monstrous river polluted by municipal and industrial waste. Today it meets all standards for purity of water is an essential element of the green area of the capital.
The image of Seoul is created by towering mountains in the central region NAMSA and Hwang river, which divides the city into north (historical) part and a modern south. An important landmark is the Yoido Island, where the administrative center of the metropolis. NAMSA Mountain (265 m above sea level) is a granite rock, pierced by three tunnels connecting the north and south of the city. In the past the river Hwang served as defensive line of the city. Since the mid-twentieth century, the rapid development of megacities lead to the expansion of its territory to the south. For tourists the most interesting are the central and northern regions of the city. Earlier this were your favorite places and royal courtiers – now in this territory are the most beautiful sights of Seoul. It houses the survivors of the royal officials give this part of town a unique color. Undoubtedly the most valuable historical monuments of Seoul are palaces of Joseon Dynasty, who were called to reinforce the power of the ruling dynasty, and now continue to emit splendor and magnificence. All are built near the Old Town, which territory is bounded by the southern, eastern and northern city gates, which are part of the defensive walls built in the fourteenth century. Today, all four surviving palaces in Seoul in Joseon Dynasty have been turned into museums and are open to visitors.
Among other tourist attractions in Seoul to mark the National Museum, the Museum of Folk Art, Museum of Folklore at the University and the Museum of Seyong war. Yoido Island, also called Korean “Manhattan” is the most important center of the country. Around the palace, Plaza Youi are typical of modern city buildings: the National Assembly, the corporate headquarters of LG, the building of the Seoul Stock Exchange, radio-television corporation “Munhva” and others. The highest gear and prominent landmark in Seoul is the famous “KLI 63″ – 63-story building of the insurance company that is also located on the island. Remarkably, and Olympic Stadium, holding 100,000 spectators, which is the subject of pride for Koreans in connection with the recognition of their international status and the right to organize Olympic Games in 1988 was this Olympics was an unusually important event with the Korea build his image as a democratic country, not a police state.

Visit the Capital City of Japan, Tokyo

Vili Filipova — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 13:55:49 +0000

Japan is located inside the Asian region and it is known as one of the most developed nations inside this region. Japan is an island nation and it is located inside the Pacific Ocean. Japan is also known as the place of the rising sun because it is located to the east of the world. The people here are called Japanese and most of the community here only know one language or two, which is Japanese and also English. Japan is one of the best places for you to spend the rest of your life because this country has the longest life expectancy compared to other countries. Japan is also a really peaceful country because it is also one of the top places in the world with a low homicide rate every year.
Japan is a really big and advanced country and you can go to any airports inside this country to come to this place. Some of the airports located inside Japan will be the Tokyo international Airport and Osaka International Airport. If you want to rent a car for your vacation, you must learn to compare the best price among all the car rental companies here. You must also plan your trip well so that you can expect how much money you will need to spend for your cars.
One of the popular places inside Japan is in Asakusa, Tokyo. This place is the only place inside Japan that houses a lot of historical temples famous all over Japan. The oldest temple in Tokyo will be the Sensoji temple and it is located right at the centre of Asakusa. It is estimated that the temple has been around since more than 1400 years ago. This temple is not only for the Buddhist, but it is also an important place of worship for the Shinto. Shinto is one of the religions that many Japanese practice.
Most Japanese visit Sensoji because they come here to pray that they will be successful in life. The teenagers come here to pray for their exams while the adults come here so that they will get a raise at the office. Since Sensoji is the oldest temple in Tokyo, it is believed that the power of the shrine is stronger compared to the newly built ones. You will have a great time watching the number of people that come here every day and make sure that you prepare a camera to capture all the memorable moments here.

Phuket

Vili Filipova — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:29:53 +0000

Thailand is one of the most exotic destinations in Asia and offer pretty nice accommodations and travel. Phuket is the largest island in Thailand and one of the most attractive and exotic destinations in the world. Nearly 70% of the area of the island is covered with dense tropical forests. One of the most popular tourist areas on Phuket is Patong Beach doubt. It is located west coast of the island and is famous for its beautiful sandy beaches and nightlife undying. The wonderful nature and the beautiful landscapes are making the travel in this destination highly attractive for the tourists and the travelers to this part of the world. Of course in Phuket is mixed the traditional culture of Thailand and the modern and comfortable architecture. Really Thailand resorts are among the most beautiful of the world. Besides the beautiful coral islands around Phuket which are ideal for diving, one of the biggest attractions are wildlife Khao Phra National Park and Teyo Sirinat. Farm for growing pearls and center for the treatment of monkeys are also interesting places to visit. Another favorite spot for tourists and not to be missed is famous throughout Asia coaster “Phuket Fanta Sea”.

Finding the Perfect Cheap Holiday

Vili Filipova — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:22:48 +0000

When you’re on a tight budget, finding a cheap holiday that still ticks all the boxes is your main priority.
You might find yourself browsing a whole spectrum of budget breaks and last-minute getaways, from cheap holidays in Cyprus – an island tucked deep in the Mediterranean with more sun, sea and sand than you can shake a parasol at – or perhaps a vacation to Greece, a sprawling land of ancient history, mythical legends and castaway islands.
There is so much choice when searching for low-cost holidays, the difficulty is deciding where to go.
Take Cyprus for example. It’s one of those destinations that rolls a whole range of holidays into one – and each resort on this much-loved island offers its own unique holiday experience. Cheap holidays in Cyprus come in all shapes and sizes, from all-night clubbing and top DJs in Ayia Napa, to the hustle and bustle of cosmopolitan Paphos, or the quiet tranquillity of laid-back Coral Bay.
On the other hand, let’s say you fancy a vacation to Greece. This doesn’t exactly narrow it down. It’s got bags of character and ancient history at every turn, especially so if you choose to stay in Athens. Home to stunning architecture and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Athens hosted the first modern-day Olympic Games – but of course its relationship with the Olympics dates back thousands of years to the Ancient Greeks, to a time of myths, legends and Gods.
You don’t have to stay in Athens to explore the fascinating history and culture of Greece. Plump for one of its glorious islands – from popular Rhodes and Crete, to the quiet laid-back charm of Kefalonia or Paxos – and wander through its crumbling columns, tiny villages and quaint harbours to your heart’s content.
Whether you choose cheap holidays in Cyprus or opt for a vacation in Greece, rest assured you’ll come home with plenty of long-lasting holiday memories.

Pattaya

Vili Filipova — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 22:19:57 +0000

Pattaya is one of the most interesting places, which you may visit in Thailand. Definitely the city is great and has pretty interesting nature, landscapes and attractions. Located about 120 km southeast of the capital of Thailand, Pattaya resort each year attracts more foreign tourists with its beautiful endless sandy beach, perfect conditions for diving and unparalleled nightlife. The resort is one of the best and highest quality in Asia, providing cheap and luxury hotels, comfortable accommodations and really a lot of attractions for all the guests. Pattaya is famous for its diverse and interesting attractions for tourists who are so numerous that it is impossible even for a moment been bored. Be sure to stroll through the magnificent tropical park Nong Nooch. Together with the sightseeings, you may feel the culture and the unique daylife here. Do not be surprised if locals try as you tempted to watch the fighting cocks, or tayboks show with elephants. And of course should taste the traditional kitchen and dishes of Thailand, which is quite different from the well known style.
Other major attractions are the zoo of tigers and the world’s largest crocodile farm, offering a spectacular show with crocodiles. During the day, give yourself a romantic trip to the paradise island of Koh Semet, a night dive in the vibrant nightlife of Pattaya and watch one of the biggest attractions of the resort – “Tiffany Show” or “Alcazar Show” – colorful and amazing performances.

Krabi

Vili Filipova — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 10:00:46 +0000

Krabi is the most beautiful province in Thailand. As soon as you step out there, you will feel that you are in Heaven. Nature has created this fabulous rocks covered with green whose huge forms rise above the warm crystal waters Andaman Sea. This view is sealed in our hearts forever. Krabi has always been an adventure for many tourists. Lovely island Ko Phi Phi, whose beauty and exotic is the pride of local residents, the island of Ko Lanta beach and Railway, is one of the most popular destinations in the region. They serve not only the wonderful clean and exotic beaches, but some of them offer some of the best conditions for climbing the world. In fact, belong to Krabi total of 150 attractive islands which were previously comfortable refuges for Asian pirates. Today, they offer excellent conditions for recreation. Many of the islands belong to the Marine National Park, Ko Phi Phi, which includes the most famous island in the region – Ko Phi Phi Don. The best time in which you can visit Krabi is from December to March. During this period, almost all hotels and bungalows are full of tourists. During the rainy season from June to November, housing prices fell nearly doubled, tourists are much less if you’re lucky, you may encounter a relatively good weather – usually rains about 4-5 days, which are followed by several great sunny days.

Chiang May

Vili Filipova — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:43:36 +0000

Thailand has rich history, unique culture and definitely impressive destinations. One of the most frequently asked questions that made Thais to foreigners, whether already visited Chang May – for them it is the culmination in a journey through the country of smiles. Situated 700 km northwest of Bangkok, Chiang May enchants with its rich history and culture and its 300 wooden Buddhist temple. As the ancient capital of the country, he remained in the hearts of Thais as a quaint town surrounded by beautiful green mountains and the legendary mystical treasures.
Chang May always offers an interesting array of natural resources and unique cultural heritage, relatively quiet and excellent food. The former northern capital today has become a dynamic city that successfully combines ancient history and traditions with its modern contemporary person. Built anywhere chic boutique hotel in Thai style restaurants and bars suggest that the identity of the city is increasingly changing, but has kept in his heart of its authenticity.

Yangon

Vili Filipova — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:30:37 +0000

Yangon is the largest city in Myanmar and culture and travel center of the city. By November 6th, 2005 it was also the capital of the country, but because of non functional transport and bad organization of the city the capital was moved in Naypyidaw. Yangon is large metropolis, which has population of over 4.5 million people and area of 598.75 square km. However the infrastructure of the city is quite undeveloped in comparison with the large cities in Southeast Asia. The city has large number of colonial buildings and the mega structures are impressive for the tourists, which want to visit the country.
Yangon was founded in the early 11th century and having a long history brings to the city importance in historical travel. The culture of Burma and Myanmar is kept in this lands of centuries and the historical monuments are part from the city landscape. Definitely the modernism is the city i well combined with the old and traditional museums and temples. In any case, when traveling in Yangon you should see the Shwedagon Pagoda, the Sule Pagoda, Mahana Guha, Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda, Mahavijaya Pagoda and the National Museum. There are the most attractive and most interesting places in the former capital of Myanmar, but however there are quite more interesting places, such as Zoological Garden, the People’s Square and People’s Park, so as Bogyoke Aung San Park and the Martyrs’ Mausoleum.