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2010 Summer Promotion – Mekong Delta & Angkor Wat

tdomf_26c19 — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:01:42 +0000

This trip offers great combination of the two exotic lands and cultures. The trip starts in the dynamic city of Saigon. We will travel to Mekong Delta to experience great boat trip on the mighty river. We will walk on village roads, visit to local houses and take ferry to cross the Mekong River. The highlight of Mekong Delta is the busy and colorful market of Cai Rang. From Mekong Delta we travel to Phnom Penh by boat and start our journey to the majestic beauty of Angkor Wat.

2010 Summer Promotion:
Validity: 1May – 30Sep, 2010
- Free-of-charge Water Puppet Show in Saigon
- Welcome Dinner in Siem Riep or Phnom Penh for group from 6 persons
- Free-of-charge Visa-on-arrival fee for Cambodia
- 5% discount on any pre or post trip

Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnel – Vinh Long – Can Tho – Chau Doc – Phnom Penh – Siem Riep
10-day trip with 5 days in Mekong Delta & 5 days in Cambodia
Group size: 10 persons
From US$ 1,193 per person

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day 1: Arrival in Saigon
Day 2: Saigon tour and Cu chi Tunnel
Day 3: Mekong Delta
Day 4: Mekong Delta
Day 5: Boat to Phnom Penh
Day 6: City tour of Phnom Penh
Day 7: Fly to Siem Riep
Day 8: Visit Angkor Wat
Day 9: Visit to Angkor Wat
Day 10: Boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake. Departure

Highlights

* Boat trip on the mighty Mekong
* Cai Rang floating market
* Boat trip to Phnom Penh
* Royal Palace
* Angkor Wat

More information: http://www.activetravelcambodia.com/tour.php?op=detail&tourId=73

Overnight Cruise for 2 days/1 night on Halong Bay

tdomf_26c19 — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 20:20:17 +0000

DAY ONE
11:30 Arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier.
12:15 Transfer by tender to the Indochina Sails boat – enjoy Welcome Drink. Receive cruise briefing and check in to cabins and begin cruise.
13:00 Lunch – deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu.
Massage service is available beginning after lunch and throughout the cruise.

14.30 Arrive at Titop Island. Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach and climbing the steps to the top of the mountain on the island for fantastic views and photo opportunities. Water and towels supplied. We will spend about 45 minutes on the island.
15.15 Transfer back to the boat and sail for approximately 45 minutes to our second destination – the Bat Cave area.
16.15 Arrive at the Bat Cave area. There are two programs to choose from at this time. One option is a 40 minute kayaking program to the nearby Bat Cave and lagoon and surrounding waters. Kayaking is $10. per person unless already booked as part of your package. Water is supplied.
The second option is to visit the largest floating fishing village in Halong Bay. We will travel to the village on the tender and tour the village for approximately 20 minutes.
18:30 Arrive at Luon Bo area – anchor for overnight.
19:00 Dinner – deluxe Vietnamese & Western Buffet or Set Menu Dinner.
20:30 Evening activities include: film entertainment in the dining room at approximately 9:15, board games and playing cards are available, join squid fishing from the boat with our crew, massage services are available. Also at this time we offer, when possible – depending on weather conditions, an excursion to a nearby squid fishing boat. We travel by tender and you will be able to board the squid boat and see how the local fishermen catch squid and other fish, the excursion lasts about 45 minutes.
21:00 – 23:00 Happy Hour! Buy one drink – get one free (wine excluded).
23.00 End of program for Day One

DAY TWO
6:45 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
7:00 Arrive at the Surprise Cave area, there is a small fishing village here. Relax onboard. You may join Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck at 7:00, duraion about 30 minutes.
8:00 Transfer by tender to the Surprise Cave. Walk up the 100 steps to the entrance of the cave and tour on foot for approximately 45 minutes.
9:00 Upon return to the boat take time to freshen up and please check-out of cabins. Please leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer to the pier). Depart for Bai Chay/Halong pier.
9:30 Enjoy Breakfast Set Menu or Buffet served in the dining room. Settle bills in the dining room after breakfast.
10:00 Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room and enjoy the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
10:45 Arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier.
11:00 Transfer by tender to the pier, relax inside the pier building while waiting for return transportation.

For more information: www.indochinasails.com

Photograph Morocco with Ben Pipe

tdomf_26c19 — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 21:29:41 +0000

Come and explore an ancient land of limitless adventure – a tour of Morocco is the journey like no other.

Allow us to help you discover this beautiful and exotic land with an excursion tailored to suit your dreams with the guidance of skilled local guides.

Day 1 Marrakech
Greet and meet at the airport and transfer to your Riad. You will be welcomed at the airport by Ben and your guide.

Day 2 Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Zagora
You will be picked up in the morning and head towards Ouarzazate via the Tichka Pass. This trip will offer you views of the High Atlas Mountains and beautiful scenery peppered by small Berber villages typical of the region. We will make a stop in Ouarzazate to visit Kasbah Taourirt, the old Gladoui palace residence of the Pasha of Marrakech. Then, on route to Zagora, we will visit the small town of Agdz and impressive Kasbah of Tamnougalt with distinctive wall decorations and tapering towers. We will continue passing the scenic river Draa Valley lined by many palm groves and Sub Saharan Berber villages.

Day 3 Zagora – Tamengroute – M’hamid – Erg Chigaga
We will depart in the morning toward Tamegroute, which is home to a famous Koran library that contains many rare books and documents. You will also have a chance to visit the Underground Kasbah and pottery artisans. After that, we will drive to M’Hamid, the last town of the Draa River. The palm oasis and the road all dissolve into nothing but sand and rocks as we drive through the sand dunes. Later in the day, we will arrive at Erg Chigaga, just in time for the sunset. At night, we will sit around the fire, enjoy the starry sky, and listen to local Berbers play their drums.

Day 4 Erg Chigaga – camel trek
We will get up early to take images of the sun rising over the sand dunes, which gives the sand a beautiful mix of colors. Then, after breakfast, we’ll saddle our camels and trek over the area.

Day 5 Erg Chigaga – Taznachkt – Ait Ben Haddou
We will swop our camels for 4×4 vehicles and head to the old Paris-Dakar road to Forum Zguid, crossing Lake Iriki, a dried salt lake bed. We will stop for lunch in Taznakht, where you can watch local women making handmade Berber carpets. Then we will continue north to arrive at small village by the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.

Early in the morning, we will visit the UNESCO protected Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. This Kasbah is one the most impressive and well-preserved fortress cities in Morocco. Then we will start heading back toward the Atlas Mountains via the Ounila Valley – an off road that offers unparalleled views of green valleys, river and remarkable colored slopes and hillsides. We will visit Telouet, a rustic town that was once a principal stop on the main caravan route to Mali. The crumbling Kasbah that was once the palatial residence of extremely powerful Glaoui family. Then we will cross the Atlas Mountains back to Marrakech.

Day 6 Marrakech
A free morning to wonder the streets of Marrekech then after lunch a airport transfer depending on your time of departure.

More: your-morocco-tour.com

Wakatobi Marine National Park, South East Sulawesi

tdomf_26c19 — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:57:25 +0000

Wakatobi Marine National Park is lies just off the south – eastern tip of Sulawesi, variable paradise for snorkeling and scuba enthusiasts. It can be reached by chartered flight from Denpasar direct to Tomia or by shipline of PELNI which call in regularly at the Port of Bau-Bau.

Wakatobi National Park has very high marine resource potential, in terms of both species and uniqueness, with enchanting submarine landscapes. In terms of configuration, the marine waters of the Park generally start flat and then slope seawards, with sheer precipices in some parts. The water depth varies, the deepest parts reaching 1,044 metres with sand and coral at the bottom.
Among the recorded species of sea bird are the brown booby (Sula leucogaster plotus), Malaysian plover (Charadrius peronii), common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis); while certain species of turtle can also be seen, such as the hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata), loggerhead (Caretta caretta), and Pacific ridley (Lepidochelys olivacea).

The indigenous people who live around the Park belong to the Bajau tribe. Mention is made in the writings of ancient Chinese and European explorers of these legendary sailors who had managed to reach the distant shores of Merqui, Johor, Singapore, Sulawesi and Sulu. Of all the traditional seafaring communities throughout southeast Asia, only the Bajau have held

More: http://idexplore.blogspot.com/search/label/National%20Park

Narakiel’s Inn in the Caribbean’s Premiere Ecotourism Destination, Dominica

tdomf_26c19 — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:03:53 +0000

Discover the unspoiled Caribbean in the The Nature Island of the Caribbean, Dominica and all of the breath-taking, eco-tourism wonders that it offers.

In Dominica, people enjoy life at a steady and easy pace, and you won’t have to contend with the loads of tourists found in most Caribbean hotspot.

Conveniently located in the capital of Dominica, Roseau, Narakiel’s offers stylish accommodations with comfort, at affordable prices. This serves as the perfect ‘jumping point’ for easy access to all major attractions, tours, beaches, restaurants, etc. Rooms contain AC, Free Internet Access, Hot Water, Microwave, Fridge, Cable TV and Dual Voltage.

More: http://narakielsinn.com/

Where to Camp in Africa?

tdomf_26c19 — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:00:17 +0000

Our preference might be five star resorts, but with the current climate forcing many to downsize their holiday spend, travellers are changing their habits.

Acacia Adventure Holidays has identified a new breed of “camping converts,” who are forgoing luxury for a more intrepid experience. When questioned 15% of their adventurers said that the ongoing credit crunch was behind their decision to camp, while over 70% of this group reported that they were now hooked on less extravagant holidays in Africa.

The feeling of being at one with the wildlife, getting off the beaten track and the sense of camaraderie were key factors in deciding to pitch a tent next time around.

Heath Ashcroft, Marketing Director for Acacia Adventure Holidays, comments: “Camping is not all rough and ready. Our four-day Call Of The Kruger Small Group Safari includes two full days of game viewing in the national park and the campsite comes with a pool, shop, restaurant and bar. The accommodation is close to the perimeter fences and it’s not unusual to hear the roar of a lion at night or chance upon a spotted genet at the evening barbeque.”

Best for Camaraderie: Think Glastonbury on safari, as the Ngorongoro campsite has room for up to 200 tents. Perfect for the young at heart in search of non-stop animal action, a short walk will leave you with excellent views of the caldera – buffalo and lion roaming through the rim woodlands. 24-day overland South East Adventure £845pp + local payment.

Best for getting off the beaten track: Wooden wind chimes are accompanied by rhythmic music, the ambient sounds drifting out across the Zambezi. An eco-camp which is described as a barefoot paradise – all the floors lined with white sand. Its thatched accommodations come complete with awe-inspiring river views where you can catch sight of the wildlife and each hut is built and maintained by the local community.

Solar power will still enable you to charge mobiles and the site even has a few network spots, but torches are required to get around at night. Facilities include communal toilets, beautiful reed showers, a laidback bar, hammocks, a library and a restaurant serving vegetarian dishes. The camp has links to a voluntour experience – travellers helping to construct a local school. Two days of adventure activities are also included in the trip. 6-day Community Schools Voluntour £510pp + local payment.

Best for wildlife action: Why stop when the game drive ends? In Etosha, described as the best reserve on the continent, adventurers can carry on wildlife viewing back at camp – the site famous for its floodlit waterholes. The landscape is dotted with graceful makalani palms – an elevated walkway taking you across the viewing area. Almost every animal is represented in this huge reserve: lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and springbok often making an appearance. 43-day overland Cape Town to Kenya £1,295pp + local payment.

Acacia Adventure Holidays; 020 7706 4700; info@acacia-africa.com; http://www.acacia-africa.com. ATOL No. 6499 and ABTA No. W4093 PROTECTED.

Welsh Dragon Tours

tdomf_26c19 — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:34:25 +0000

We offer fully-escorted tours throughout the Principality of Wales.

We specialize in small groups (2-14 persons). Four-Day tours in North Wales start from 450 GBP per person. This includes 3 nights 4* guesthouse accommodation with breakfast, 4 days tour and all attraction/entrance fees.

Please visit our website www.welshdragontours.com

Villa Michelle A Luxurious Bed And Breakfast In Panama

tdomf_26c19 — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:30:01 +0000

Vacation Or Holidays In Panama. Tourism In Panama. Travel To Panama.

Your vacation could cost you a lot less than what you could be considering. If you did not have to pay for things like drinks and foods. We have a large selection of luxurious private rooms, priced from as low as US$50 for two persons. You can prepare your meals in our 2 fully equipped kitchens a drink of wine from the pool around large trees, beside the pool, squirrels and more.

Your vacation in Panama and in Villa Michelle promises a unique vacation experience for all ages, and the country’s natural attractions, wildlife and reputation for enlightened conservation draw tourists from all over the world. Visitors to Panama have an opportunity to experience several diverse and popular tourist areas, each unique in both landscape and available activities, all of them close to Villa Michelle. For those who want to see it all, the country is surprisingly accessible – one can drive from the Caribbean coast to the Pacific coast in just 30 minutes. Add to this the incredible warmth and sincere hospitality of the Panamanians people.

Stay in Villa Michelle and experience all theses wonders. Villa Michelle is one of the Bed and Breakfast more luxurious, a peace and secure lively atmosphere and nature in the Panama City.

Visit the GUESTHOUSE at: http://alemi2424.blogspot.com

Contact Ivonne at: (507)6612-3737 or (507)221-2310 or alemi2@cwpanama.net or alemi24@gmail.com
Contact Michelle: (507) 66705560 or
valenciamichelle@gmail.com

VILLA MICHELLE also is a Personal Travel Tourist Guide and VIP Private Transportation in Panama.

Visit Tourist Gallery: http://villamichelle2.blogspot.com

Vacation Villas in Orlando Florida

tdomf_26c19 — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 07:00:55 +0000

Have you ever considered renting an Orlando Villa instead of a hotel room? There are so many advantages to doing so.

Many years ago it was probably different but now vacation villas, condos and town houses offer so much more than many hotels and at a cheaper price. It is not uncommon to be able to rent a property on a resort that has a communal pool, clubhouse with bars and restaurants, fitness centers , fishing lakes and much more. With such enchanting names such as Watersong, Emerald Island and Thousand Oaks they all live up to it with beautifully landscaped gardens and conservation.

Most villas have private pools that can be heated on request again some of them overlook breath taking views of lakes or conservation giving you the opportunity to see some Florida wildlife close up.

Increasingly, there are now many homes that offer high speed internet access, free long distance and international phone calls, large screen tv’s, DVD players, spa’s/hot tubs and everything you need to make the villa your home from home, including, all linen, cooking equipment, towels etc. All included in the price. If you want mid stay cleans these can always be arranged.

If you consider the cost of say a group of 6 travelling to Orlando, work out the cost to stay in hotel rooms, then compare the cost of a vacation home. I am sure you will be surprised. Plus you have all that privacy, independence and freedom. If you want to cook in the villa then there are all the modern appliances at your disposal. If you need to do any washing, no need to drag all your washing to whichever floor the washing machines are located in a hotel, you have your own washer and dryer.

All vacation homes are within a short drive to Disney World and the other Orlando attractions.

At Perfect Florida Villas we have provided many satisfied travellers to Orlando with first class, affordable accommodation. We list the vacation homes, you choose the ones that you are interested in and contact the owner directly.

All our owners are verified and are also very knowledgeable about Orlando and other parts of Florida and will only be too happy to help and advise you with planning your trip.

Steve Sewell
www.perfectfloridavillas.com

Western Canada Experience – Vancouver to Calgary

tdomf_26c19 — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 20:42:51 +0000

The best of the West! Starting in Vancouver we stop in ranch country before climbing to the Rockies.

Kayak in postcard-famous Revelstoke, sleep in a traditional Tepee in the Kootenays, visit Banff and Jasper National Parks, take in the dramatic Icefields Parkway and walk on a living glacier. Finish in cowboy-country, home of the Calgary Stampede & Exhibition.

The conservation areas of Western Canada offer some of the most dramatically beautiful untamed wilderness in the world. Explore emerald-green lakes and snowy peaks as you hike the steep valleys, mountains and glaciers of this majestic region.

More: Western Canada Experience – Vancouver to Calgary