Where is GuilinGuilin is located 109¡ãE longitude and 24¡ã N latitude in the northeast of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The Guilin Government area covers an area of 4,195 square kilometers. It is in a basin surrounded by the Yuecheng Range , Ocean Hill, Jiaqiao Range and Tianping Hill. Guilin is located almost due west of Hong Kong and about 1 hour by air.The Li River meanders through Guilin from north to south. Most of...more
This Tropical Island is located within the geographical region of Oceania, and is one of only two possessions of the United States in the Southern Hemisphere. Its total land area is 76.8 square miles (199 km²) consisting of five rugged, volcanic islands and two coral atolls.BACKGROUNDFirst settlers are dated as early as 1000 B.C. Samoa was "discovered" by European explorers in the 18th century.International rivalries in the latter...more
When it comes to the summer months participating in summer baseball tournaments is a great way to build team cohesiveness. One of the major impacts is that while on the road the boys stay with each other. No offense to parents or families in general, but they are not able to distract the players as much.Baseball tournaments have been organized in particular for boys who have not yet reached their eighteenth birthday. Some of the teams participate in the tournaments in order to capitalize on one of their purposes, which is player character development.In addition to the opportunity that baseball tournaments afford the young players to hone their skills on the path to developing into professional players, they instruct them in the benefits of sportsmanship, discipline, respect and teamwork. The tournaments help the children to maximize their abilities both in the game of baseball and in the other areas of their lives.Prior to registering to play for a team, remember that coaches are seeking the best players available who possess the skills necessary to play the game of baseball. Players need to search for a coach who maintains a professional, respectful, and ethical demeanor toward...more
The power balance bracelets or brand have gained popularity everywhere in the world. This steady rise in the fame of the power bands is due in part to the wide use of people especially in the entertainment scene. A lot of popular actors, singers and other celebrities are frequently seen wearing the said power bracelets. This created a wild base of...more
Allowing your child to play in a youth baseball tournament provides him with a number of physical, social, and mental advantages. The advantages of participating in youth baseball go farther than the aspect of competition. Your child will develop values that will be beneficial throughout his childhood and adulthood. Moreover, playing in baseball...more
During your travel the passport is only one of the few things that you must bring along with you. Of course you should not forget the guidebooks, camera, sunscreen and your mobile. Also there are other important travel documents that you must have handy if you plan on crossing several borders on your trip. You don't want to be the only one of your friends to have to trudge back home from the airport, not having been admitted entry to another country because you were missing some identification.There's also the first aid. Fun's no fun if you have the sniffles plaguing you all throughout. There's nothing like a fever that's coming down on you like a ton of bricks to take the cool factor off of the trip. It pays to be healthy when you're tromping along the fields and gawking around the sights of another country.But these are the basics. While we don't forget our MP3s, our guidebooks, our extra shirts or lucky hat, we forget the most basic of all: respect.Sometimes we judge without thinking, comparing things with how they are back home. They're supposed to be different. Learn to deal with the difference. Respect it. Observe the locals' traditions, their ways. Watch without passing...more
If you are thinking of a fall destination wedding this year, you may have made the right decision, depending on where you are header for.Prices will be equal to the lowest of 2009...and maybe even lessAlthough autumn is naturally the season when...more
The Christmas season is the time of giving and it is also the time where bonuses rain real hard on the pockets of corporate peons and other industry staff. Furthermore, it is the time where everybody is cheerful because people can break free from the...more
Australia offers a vast variety of experiences for honeymooners. Enchanting getaways uniquely designed for newlyweds are offered at island resorts and seaside areas. Or you could decide to be more gutsy and visit the Australian outback,...more
Do you feel like going on a destination vacation is just a distant dream because you don't have the funds for traveling? Not so! Budget traveling doesn't mean dirty communal hostels, in fact, it's a lot easier than you think. There's no reason for...more
Abu Dhabi is a 'T' shaped island formed along the central western coast of the Persian Gulf. It is the highest producer of petroleum in the region. The culture is mostly Arabic, in contrast to Dubai, which is cosmopolitan. The country is a monarchy....more
When you think about St Thomas as your summer destination, you automatically think about sun and fun. And if you are going to a place such as St Thomas USVI, then you might as well arm yourself with as much information as possible. Use the Internet...more