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...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 what is believed to have been their original layout and visitors can walk round and view the pyramids...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 got an acceptance from The Chartered Bank in London and I promptly put in my notice to resign.In February 1970, I joined my new employer in Bishopsgate London, an international bank, to join their foreign staff, with branches in the Middle East and Far East. I was even provided with accomodation at their hostel in East Molesley and commuted into Bishopsgate from there. I started a series of attachments to various Head Office and London departments for familiarisation. New starters to the foreign staff normally went to Hong Kong for their first overseas assignment. However, in early April I was working in the telex room and saw an exchange of telexes about a colleague called Bruce (I cannot remember his surname) who was in Hong Kong and had been asked to go to Muscat in Oman but was putting up objections about going. He was...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...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 know will arise, there are a few things that you can do to minimise these.1: Always book your tickets...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 pack clothes made up of material like cotton, linen, silk and rayon if your India tour package consists of mid or southern India. •You can bring pashmina shawls and wraps for Indian winters. •If you are planning to visit temples in India then always take off your shoes. Also wear hygienic pair of socks. •Take along antibacterial gel or wipes and use them constantly. •Bring a toilet paper along with you and other necessary items. •Beware of tap water and always go for purified drinking water to prevent any water borne diseases. •If you are visiting India in the season of summers then be prepared to face hot, humid and dirt air. •Try to learn some of the common language spoken in India. Some of the common terms like namaste and others. •If you have chosen cheaper travel then bring along an airline pillow for comfort on crowded trains and buses. •Take along all necessary medicines with you to avoid any medical...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
Seminyak is a tiny beach town in South Bali. It is the most popular tourist attraction in the region. The town is very well known as a high end tourist spot. There, you can expect to find luxurious spas, hotels, and villas. When it comes to...more
Yosemite tours:Yosemite national park is considered one of the top tour destinations in U.S. You can travel to Yosemite by car, bus or train. Many shuttle buses will take you to Yosemite national park. Most of the tour companies will take you for a...more