The capital of Thailand, Bangkok has an environment that is striking. In this big city, it appears that there is all over music in the air. OK, truth is there is also dirtiness of the big city in the air ;) There is not just singing and music, but loads of historic temples, monuments and old palaces, and of course exciting Thai exhibitions and museums.Bangkok is the number one of cities to visit in Thailand. Not just is this capital of Thailand,...more
There is no place like the Sunshine Coast according to the locals who are lucky enough to live in this gorgeous place. Hiring a cheap car in Brisbane means that the Sunshine Coast is just a short drive from beautiful coastlines, lush hinterlands and plenty of shopping, dining and nightlife. Known for their world famous seafood, excellent shopping and 300 days full of sunshine, in just one hour from Brisbane you can reach the...more
I think that Blink by Malcolm Gladwell is an absolute must-read for any world traveler. It helps you discover the power of thinking without thinking. I read it while I was traveling in New Zealand, and I have to say, it was a very inspirational read.Here is a quick rundown of the book.Blink, helps to change the way we understand the world. It is a book that analyzes how we think without thinking. It talks about the choices that seem to be made in an instant; ones that arent as straight forward as they may seem. Many famous entrepreneurs claim to know whether a business idea is worth following within the first 30 seconds of it being pitched. Why? Because of the internal knowledge that they already carry within their own minds. This allows them to know, without knowing (if that makes any sense).The reason this book is so great for travelers is that it allows you to understand why some decisions do not need to make sense to be correct. Backpackers leave home, often for more than a year at a time, with no real aim, other than seeing the world and meeting new people. Does this make sense from a logical standpoint? Maybe. Does it make sense from a financial standpoint? Probably not. Does...more
Your holiday to Tenerife in the Canary Islands would not be complete with a visit to Guimar – an authentic Tenerife community. Located on the border between the green north and the dry south, Guimar was a place of importance to the native Guanches for first began to settle here.The Piramides have been carefully reconstructed to...more
I had worked for Natwest Bank in Cardiff for three and a half years and Bournemouth branches for a year and having passed ny banking exams, I was ready to find more exciting work and higher pay and started to apply to various overseas banks here in UK. I also wanted to find a way of leaving home as I was dependent on my parents for accomodation. I...more
There are lots of reasons to visit the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy. You might want to ski the Alps or visit the Olympic city of Turin that perhaps surprisingly is home to a museum housing one of the world's richest collections of Egyptian art, and a world-class automobile museum. Nearby, on the banks of the Po River you'll find the Borgo Medioevale, a faithful representation of a Piedmont village from the Middle Ages. Piedmont is filled with castles and cathedrals, and the food is delicious. This lovely region once belonged to France and the culinary influence is obvious. Piedmont is also truffle land; you should open your wallet at least once to taste these delicious delicacies.And there is the wine. Piedmont is home to some of the greatest wines that Italy, or frankly the world, has to offer. They call Barolo "The king of wines and the wine of kings." When it is good it is very, very good. Yes, sometimes it is not that good. Unless you know what you're doing, stay away from too-low priced Barolos. The Turin area is not home to many well-known wines. But head southeast for literally dozens of fine wines including the DOCGs Asti, Barbaresco, Barolo,...more
In this day and age of heightened airline security, plane travel can be fraught with hassle, delays and frustration. Whilst we all understand the necessity for such measures, and are now somewhat resigned to the almost inevitable problems that you...more
If you are planning to visit India in your upcoming holidays then there are few tips and advice which should be kept in mind for a smoother and relaxing trip. Some of the Dos include: •Carry light luggage and avoid heavy bags. Always...more
Autumn is a great time of year to take a break, after the crowds of the summer season, the traffic jams to popular destinations and the promise of long hot sunny days not quite living up to our expectations. At least with Autumn you know where you...more
Theres few things more romantic than whisking your loved one to the coast for a break with the opportunity for long walks along the beach and maybe even a paddle in the sea. The chance to stroll around quiet villages or small towns where you can...more
Diwali or Deepavali a significant festival in Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and Jainism, and an official holiday in India. Adherents of these religions celebrate Diwali as the Festival of Lights. They light diyas - cotton string wicks inserted in...more
A combined workforce of 20,000 people toiled hard for 22 years to build this structure. It is also amazing that the Taj Mahal in Agra cost the exchequer 32 million rupees even at that time. The Taj Mahal is Built in 1653 by the Mughal Emperor Shah...more