Tuesday 8 January 2019
Sunday 6 January 2019
WHY VISIT JORDAN??
Jordan may be one of the world's most understated travel destination.
The Hashmite Kingdom of Jordan offers historical and religious sites, UNESCO World Heritage locations such as a Petra and the entire adventure and culture one can absorb.
With variety like diving and amazing coral in Aqaba,vast barren deserts like Wadi Rum, the Azraq Oasis with its migratory birds and the colonnaded Roman streets of Jerash and Um Oais,Jordan has something for every adventurer.
Top 5 Reason Visit to Jordan
1. It is HOLY LAND : Jordan is famous for its rich religious Christian and Muslim history.
Each site ,stone ,monument ,mountain and hill in Jordan can tell a story
2. Hospitality : Jordan has always been the peaceful haven in tthe Middle East.
The Jordanians are well known for their extremely hopistable and helpful nature.
In Jordan, you can go for archaelogical ,religious ,medical and sport tourism.
you could think of Jordan as an open air museum full of history and touristic
attractions.
3. Delightful food : Mealtime is a celebration in Jordan and the Levant cuisine is healthy and
well known for the mixing of exotic spices and natural herbs.
Guest always excited about eating Mansaf ( the national dish) with their hands
4. Floating at the dead sea : The Dead Sea is the largest open air natural spa on Earth.
You can heal eczema, psoriasis and acne with the natural Dead Sea black
mud and then just float the day away in the lowest point on Earth.
The climate is naturally warm during winter time at the Dead Sea and
Wadi Rum
5. Petra : You are never really prepared for Petra! It doesn't matter how many pictures you have seen ,
how much you have read about it , Petra is an awe- experience.Both Movies Indian Jones in
Petra and Lawrence of Arabia in the Jordanian Sahara of Wad Rum are filmed in Jordan.
The Hashmite Kingdom of Jordan offers historical and religious sites, UNESCO World Heritage locations such as a Petra and the entire adventure and culture one can absorb.
With variety like diving and amazing coral in Aqaba,vast barren deserts like Wadi Rum, the Azraq Oasis with its migratory birds and the colonnaded Roman streets of Jerash and Um Oais,Jordan has something for every adventurer.
Top 5 Reason Visit to Jordan
1. It is HOLY LAND : Jordan is famous for its rich religious Christian and Muslim history.
Each site ,stone ,monument ,mountain and hill in Jordan can tell a story
2. Hospitality : Jordan has always been the peaceful haven in tthe Middle East.
The Jordanians are well known for their extremely hopistable and helpful nature.
In Jordan, you can go for archaelogical ,religious ,medical and sport tourism.
you could think of Jordan as an open air museum full of history and touristic
attractions.
3. Delightful food : Mealtime is a celebration in Jordan and the Levant cuisine is healthy and
well known for the mixing of exotic spices and natural herbs.
Guest always excited about eating Mansaf ( the national dish) with their hands
4. Floating at the dead sea : The Dead Sea is the largest open air natural spa on Earth.
You can heal eczema, psoriasis and acne with the natural Dead Sea black
mud and then just float the day away in the lowest point on Earth.
The climate is naturally warm during winter time at the Dead Sea and
Wadi Rum
5. Petra : You are never really prepared for Petra! It doesn't matter how many pictures you have seen ,
how much you have read about it , Petra is an awe- experience.Both Movies Indian Jones in
Petra and Lawrence of Arabia in the Jordanian Sahara of Wad Rum are filmed in Jordan.
Friday 4 January 2019
Bora Bora ----Laggon Of Love
For the most beautiful person in your eyes, there is no better place to celebrate your love than at what is dubbed "the most beautiful island in the world"---Bora Bora located at the French Polynesian group of islands. With its emerald and sapphire waters, pristine white sand and the majestic peaks of Mount Pahia and Mount Otemanu looking down gently on lovers like 2 guardians of love, Bora Bora is the place to be for a romantic island gateway.
At the islands, couples can choose to stay at accomodations including deluxe water bungalows, thatched villas and resort rooms with direct access to the beach . Some of the best hotels and resorts in Bora Bora are the St Regis Bora Bora Resort, The four Seasoon Resort Bora Bora and the Le Maitai Polynesia Bora Bora . Most accomodations on the island are built over water and couples can enjoy the charming practice of having their meals delivered to them by canoe.
Activities for couples on the island include water activities such as snorkelling and diving where the crystal clear waters of the island will give visitors a grand view of the colourful coral fishes and gigantic manta rays clearly.With hundreds of dive sites,each more amazing than the last, the waters of Bora Bora will add to a couple's ethereal experience of love. One can also sign up for the shark feeding experience , athrilling encounter that will leave hearts racing.
As a momento of your experience at Bora Bora , visit one of the pearl farms on the island where famed Tahitian or Black Pearls are cultured. Only grown at the warm lagoon waters of the island, each Black Pearl is unique in colour ,shape and size and is the precious result of tender cultivation --just like love
At Bora Bora , couples can stay in thatched villas or observation decks built far from the beach into the ocean. With just each other's company and the tranquil blue waters , a stay at Bora Bora promises the most intimate of island getaways.
At the islands, couples can choose to stay at accomodations including deluxe water bungalows, thatched villas and resort rooms with direct access to the beach . Some of the best hotels and resorts in Bora Bora are the St Regis Bora Bora Resort, The four Seasoon Resort Bora Bora and the Le Maitai Polynesia Bora Bora . Most accomodations on the island are built over water and couples can enjoy the charming practice of having their meals delivered to them by canoe.
Activities for couples on the island include water activities such as snorkelling and diving where the crystal clear waters of the island will give visitors a grand view of the colourful coral fishes and gigantic manta rays clearly.With hundreds of dive sites,each more amazing than the last, the waters of Bora Bora will add to a couple's ethereal experience of love. One can also sign up for the shark feeding experience , athrilling encounter that will leave hearts racing.
As a momento of your experience at Bora Bora , visit one of the pearl farms on the island where famed Tahitian or Black Pearls are cultured. Only grown at the warm lagoon waters of the island, each Black Pearl is unique in colour ,shape and size and is the precious result of tender cultivation --just like love
At Bora Bora , couples can stay in thatched villas or observation decks built far from the beach into the ocean. With just each other's company and the tranquil blue waters , a stay at Bora Bora promises the most intimate of island getaways.
Thursday 3 January 2019
New Orleans ---The Music of Love
If you are looking for an atmosphere of heart thumping, foot stomping excitement to add a sizzle to your romance,head on to New Orleans---where classic european cultures blend with lively and colourful Caribbean influences.
To start your day, catch a quaint streetcar to the Vieux Carre also known as the French Quarter with your sweetheart and head to the numerous cafes'there to sip cafe au lait and share a plate of beignets--delicious square-shaped golden fried pastries covered with powdered sugar.The best place for this is the Cafe du Monde which was established in 1864 and has its own signature blend of cafe au lait with herb chicory for a unique bitter taste.
After breakfast, hop back onto the streetcar and head to St charles Avenue with its rows of majestic Southern mansions, before walking hand in hand at the Audobon Park where centuries-old Southern oak trees make aperfect canopy for kissing.
As the sun goes down in New Orleans , the city comes alive with jazz cafe , live musicians on the streets ,dance clubs and late night eateries. As commedienne and New Orleans native Ellen DeGeneres said :"What 's New Orleans without music? and what's music without dancing?"So dance the night away with your loved one at the musical city of New Orleans.As the moon rises over the magnificent Mississippi, get onto a steamship with your loved one and sail away into the moonlight.
To start your day, catch a quaint streetcar to the Vieux Carre also known as the French Quarter with your sweetheart and head to the numerous cafes'there to sip cafe au lait and share a plate of beignets--delicious square-shaped golden fried pastries covered with powdered sugar.The best place for this is the Cafe du Monde which was established in 1864 and has its own signature blend of cafe au lait with herb chicory for a unique bitter taste.
After breakfast, hop back onto the streetcar and head to St charles Avenue with its rows of majestic Southern mansions, before walking hand in hand at the Audobon Park where centuries-old Southern oak trees make aperfect canopy for kissing.
As the sun goes down in New Orleans , the city comes alive with jazz cafe , live musicians on the streets ,dance clubs and late night eateries. As commedienne and New Orleans native Ellen DeGeneres said :"What 's New Orleans without music? and what's music without dancing?"So dance the night away with your loved one at the musical city of New Orleans.As the moon rises over the magnificent Mississippi, get onto a steamship with your loved one and sail away into the moonlight.
Shangri-La
Coined by James Hilton in his book, Lost Horizon, the name Shangri-La was given to a mythical getaway--an earthly paradise where no want is left unattended and no dream left unfulfilled. Over the years, the word has become the by-word for a place of immerse beauty , peace and comfort , where harmony reigns supreme.
A lost world in its own right,the Shangri-La County,situated in the northwest Yunan Province in China, is a little known paradise that lives to its name . Formerly known as Zhongdian County, the place was renamed in 2001, following James Hilton's book. After years of study , scientists and enthusiasts finally settled on the fact that Zhongdian best fit Hilton's description of a Utopian dream.
With a population of 130000 in a county of 1.6 billion , this little county bears a history that can be traced back as far as 1300 years ago. Rich in culture and tradition, Shangri -La county primarily Tibetan in demographics and is also the capital of Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture.
The county itself consists of 2 clearly defined areas; the old town and the more modern area where travelers can find hotels and rest houses to stay in during their visit to Paradise on Earth. As you pass through the villages , you will find yourself looking in amused wonder at just how quaint everything is. It is as if the clock there stopped ticking a century ago and the lifestyles of the people there have remained untouched and unchanged throughout the turbulence of China's post.
A lost world in its own right,the Shangri-La County,situated in the northwest Yunan Province in China, is a little known paradise that lives to its name . Formerly known as Zhongdian County, the place was renamed in 2001, following James Hilton's book. After years of study , scientists and enthusiasts finally settled on the fact that Zhongdian best fit Hilton's description of a Utopian dream.
With a population of 130000 in a county of 1.6 billion , this little county bears a history that can be traced back as far as 1300 years ago. Rich in culture and tradition, Shangri -La county primarily Tibetan in demographics and is also the capital of Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture.
The county itself consists of 2 clearly defined areas; the old town and the more modern area where travelers can find hotels and rest houses to stay in during their visit to Paradise on Earth. As you pass through the villages , you will find yourself looking in amused wonder at just how quaint everything is. It is as if the clock there stopped ticking a century ago and the lifestyles of the people there have remained untouched and unchanged throughout the turbulence of China's post.
Ha Long Bay ---Where Even Dragons Fell in Love
Legend has it that when the locals of the area were atatched by invaders from the North,the heavens sent down a family of dragons to help defend the land. The dragons were believed to have descended upon the sea , thus the name "HA LONG"which means descending dragons.
The surrouding islands and islets are believed to have been formed when the dragons spat out jewels and jadeto form a fortress to protect the land .Due to the beauty of the bay, the dragons fell in love with the area and decided to remain on earth.
With the bay's mirror calm waters and thousands of limestone mountains and caves believed to have been formed over 500 million years.Ha Long Bay has a timesless ambiance that makes it perfect for couples with a sense of adventure .
At the Bay, couples should hire a boat from the coastline of Bai Chay , to visit some of the Bay's most fascinating sites including the Virgin and Male Grotto, where a stone formation of a girl lays facing towards the shore where a stone formation of a boy whose calls for her can still heard in the wind. Despite the tragic fate of the young lovers , the grotto is a popular romantic rendezvous spot for lovers.Other formations include the wooden stake cave, cave of Awe and Con Voi also know as The Elephant.
For lodgings, couples could book a cabin in of the numerous 5 star luxury junks. Designed in the old fashioned Incochine style , the junks feature modern amanities and luxuries such as boutiques ,spas and Jacuzzis. With romantics names like the Halong Violet, Phoenix Junk and Jasmine Junk,a few nights in a luxury Junk will definitely sweep your special someone of his or her feet.
When it comes to food, Ha Long Bay is brimming with fresh seafood such as the su fish found only in Bay , shrimps and mussels. Some of the best restaurants to have seafood include the Green Mango, Noble House Bar&Restaurant and Huu Dung Restaurant.
The surrouding islands and islets are believed to have been formed when the dragons spat out jewels and jadeto form a fortress to protect the land .Due to the beauty of the bay, the dragons fell in love with the area and decided to remain on earth.
With the bay's mirror calm waters and thousands of limestone mountains and caves believed to have been formed over 500 million years.Ha Long Bay has a timesless ambiance that makes it perfect for couples with a sense of adventure .
At the Bay, couples should hire a boat from the coastline of Bai Chay , to visit some of the Bay's most fascinating sites including the Virgin and Male Grotto, where a stone formation of a girl lays facing towards the shore where a stone formation of a boy whose calls for her can still heard in the wind. Despite the tragic fate of the young lovers , the grotto is a popular romantic rendezvous spot for lovers.Other formations include the wooden stake cave, cave of Awe and Con Voi also know as The Elephant.
For lodgings, couples could book a cabin in of the numerous 5 star luxury junks. Designed in the old fashioned Incochine style , the junks feature modern amanities and luxuries such as boutiques ,spas and Jacuzzis. With romantics names like the Halong Violet, Phoenix Junk and Jasmine Junk,a few nights in a luxury Junk will definitely sweep your special someone of his or her feet.
When it comes to food, Ha Long Bay is brimming with fresh seafood such as the su fish found only in Bay , shrimps and mussels. Some of the best restaurants to have seafood include the Green Mango, Noble House Bar&Restaurant and Huu Dung Restaurant.
CYPRUS, THE BIRTHPLACE OF APHRODITE,GODDESS OF LOVE
What better way to look for romance or commemorate yours,than by visiting Cyprus, where Aphrodite the Goddess of Love was believed to have been born? From the snow-capped Mount Olympus to the coastal city of Paphos, Cyprus is the perfect place to honour or look for love.
At paphos , lovers must visit the Petra Tou Romiou, also know as Aphrodite's Rock which believed to be the spot where the Goddess rose from the sea .Lodgings wise,couples can stay at the Aphrodite Hill,one of the 5 most luxurious resorts in the world featuring an 18 hole golf course and spa.
A short drive away is the Troodos Mountains, where the highest point is Mount Olympus which was believed to be the home of the Greek Gods.Here, couples who love nature can indulge in skiiing, hiking and bird watching , as well as visit the numerous UNESCO World Heritage site churches and monasteries on the mountains.
Another place to visit is the Akamos Peninsula and the perfect time starts from February. As the mouth ushers in spring, the ground will be laden with flowers and the heady scent of anemones, orchids and jasmines, making it clear why the Akamos Peninsula is believed to have been the playground of Aphrodite.
At Cyprus, lovers will be spoilt for choice when in comes to food . For couples who want to taste a wide variety of Cyprian food ,they should order the MEZE , a traditional meal that includes up to 24 dishes including olives ,hummus,babaghanoush- aubergine with seasonings, pastirma--seasoned air dried beef ,muhammara-a spicy dip with ground walnuts,breadcrumbs,garlic and lemon as well as several salads such as rocket ,artichoke and fattoush , consisting of garden vegetables and toasted pieces of pita bread.
Accompanying MEZE , is the ZIVANIA--a traditional liqueur made from the residue of grapes used during the winemaking process ,which has a light aroma of raisins.
At paphos , lovers must visit the Petra Tou Romiou, also know as Aphrodite's Rock which believed to be the spot where the Goddess rose from the sea .Lodgings wise,couples can stay at the Aphrodite Hill,one of the 5 most luxurious resorts in the world featuring an 18 hole golf course and spa.
A short drive away is the Troodos Mountains, where the highest point is Mount Olympus which was believed to be the home of the Greek Gods.Here, couples who love nature can indulge in skiiing, hiking and bird watching , as well as visit the numerous UNESCO World Heritage site churches and monasteries on the mountains.
Another place to visit is the Akamos Peninsula and the perfect time starts from February. As the mouth ushers in spring, the ground will be laden with flowers and the heady scent of anemones, orchids and jasmines, making it clear why the Akamos Peninsula is believed to have been the playground of Aphrodite.
At Cyprus, lovers will be spoilt for choice when in comes to food . For couples who want to taste a wide variety of Cyprian food ,they should order the MEZE , a traditional meal that includes up to 24 dishes including olives ,hummus,babaghanoush- aubergine with seasonings, pastirma--seasoned air dried beef ,muhammara-a spicy dip with ground walnuts,breadcrumbs,garlic and lemon as well as several salads such as rocket ,artichoke and fattoush , consisting of garden vegetables and toasted pieces of pita bread.
Accompanying MEZE , is the ZIVANIA--a traditional liqueur made from the residue of grapes used during the winemaking process ,which has a light aroma of raisins.
Wednesday 2 January 2019
AUSTRALIA---THINK CANBERRA ( knowledge, culture and experience)
A capital which can provide
1. A FAMILY FUN ----there are a lot of hands on interactive exhibits provide hours of fun and
education
2. GREAT OUTDOORS ---wide open spaces and clear blue skies make for perfect outdoor
exploration
1. A FAMILY FUN ----there are a lot of hands on interactive exhibits provide hours of fun and
education
2. GREAT OUTDOORS ---wide open spaces and clear blue skies make for perfect outdoor
exploration
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