Re-scheduling my flight

A few weeks back I received notification via SMS from Malaysia Airlines Korea that my flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul on 29th December was rescheduled to 28th December.

Ain't I'm going on 27th September?

Well..to cut the story short. I bought a one way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul for 27th September's flight. Later, I bought another return ticket from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur going on 26th December and return on 29th December.

After receiving the SMS, I was a bit alarmed . I could only spend one day with my family!!! No way. Yeah..if in case I decided to go back to Seoul again. If ONLY the whole thing worked out, the return ticket would be worth it.

So, I called the Malaysia Airlines call center and requested for a re-schedule. The guy, Nik was very pleasant and informed me that if the re-schedule was done by the airline, I have the right to request for another re-schedule but only either one day ahead or later than the post-re-schedule date.

Initially, mine was on 29th December, so Malaysia Airlines rescheduled to 28th December. However, I refused to accept and requested for another re-schedule. Luckily there was an available flight on 29th December having a stop over in Kota Kinabalu. The flight duration is longer which is from 2115hrs from Kuala Lumpur and reaching Seoul at 0710hrs.

I can bear with that! ^__^

The verdict?

Will be going to Seoul on 27th September, return to Kuala Lumpur on 26th December.
If I decide to go back to Seoul, it would be on 29th December.

I know, I'm crazy..hehehe

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Belgium travel

Travel Tour to Belgium Tourism culture and History tour Belgium travel overview A pitcher of frothy beer, chocolate, paint and bureaucrats, Belgium off to a strong odor bourgeoisie. But if you are still looking for an 'artificial state' roughly made up two thirds of Flemings and Walloons from third. Divided by pride first and then by language, Belgian family shared a strong sense and

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MYR1,013 from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul via Malaysia Airlines

Finally, my 2 other friends have decided to join me for the Korea madness!! Hehe..One of the best way to get cheaper flight tickets would be to sign up for the carrier newsletter.

I have signed up for :
1) Malaysia Airlines
2) Air Asia
3) Cathay Pacific
4) Singapore Airlines

I recommended those because they have plenty of promotions from time to time and they never fail to inform me via e-mail. They are really fast!

Since I just received promotional newsletter from Malaysia Airlines , decided to check the price for flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul for return ticket dated from 30th Oct (Friday) until 8th November (Sunday) - this is the date for us to enjoy the autumn season. Arghh..I really love autumn; the yellow, red, orange, brown leaves..awaiting for winter.

Below is step by step guide from Malaysia Airlines how I managed to purchase a return ticket for MYR1,013 approximately USD290. Normal price ticket to Seoul would be around MYR2,000:

Promotional price is only for travel period between 25th June until 30th November 2009.

Please click on the picture for bigger version.

Step 1.

Step 2.

Step 3.

Finally..



Tips: Please ensure to click 'Next' button after Step 2. The lowest/cheapest airfare will only be shown after that. This is somewhat misleading because the price before clicking 'Next' is MYR 1,979 but price after is MYR 1,013. A whopping difference of MYR966 which I would rather spend it on shopping in Seoul. Hehehe..

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Philippines travel

Travel Tour to Philippines Tourism culture and History tour travel in Philippines overview The seven thousand islands that make up the Philippines are the major Southeast Asian forgotten: to be removed from the main land route, have never attracted a large number of tourists. Undoubtedly, this has hurt the country economically, but now its reputation for dangerous nation has become

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Travel Tour to Belize - British Honduras Tourism culture and History tour Belize travel overview Belize , (British Honduras ),, bathed by the Caribbean Sea, is closer to its neighboring islands to the elevating of the rest of Central America volatility. In this tiny country, speaking English, Creole and inherently free with a history of coups, has a calm and relaxed. Traveling in Belize can

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Korean Typewriter

Korean keyboard is really confusing when you are not native. I tried to configure mine today, but in the end the whole process irked me so much that I gave up.

This how my keyboard looks like. Mine is using Dubeolshik (두벌식) which is the most common Hangul keyboard layout in use in South Korea. Confusing? Hehhe..I will try again tomorrow to get familiarize. Aja..aja fighting!


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" I dont have.." in Korean language

Another important sentence for me. This time would be:

I don't have
I don't have money.
I don't have time.

= Opso yo = I don't have/There isn't/ There aren't/Do you not have..

eg. Dun opso yo. = I don't have money
If you put question mark; Dun opso yo? = Don't you have money?

eg Shigan opso yo = I don't have time
If you put question mark; Shigan opso yo? = Don't you have time?

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"Do you have ?" in korean language

I'm going to learn just the survival phrases before I'm going to Seoul. This would be one of them.
Some of the questions that I need to ask in Korean language would be like this:

Do you have money?
Do you have time?
Do you have ?

The sentence would be like this:

1) Informal way:
isso ?
<item>있 어?

2) Formal way:
isso yo?
<item>있 어요?

eg. Dun isso yo? = Do you have money?
Dun = money

eg. shigan isso yo? = Do you have time?
shigan = time

PS: If you realize..just by adding 'yo' at the back of the sentence, it would be changed to formal way. Warning: However it is just a general rule. Not to be adapted to all situation though.

PSS: I would say, learning the korean alphabet before going to Korea is really beneficial. This has happened to my trip to Japan which learning the hiragana and katakana has helped me a lot finding my way. *I lost my way a lot..hahaha*

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My heart is bursting! Another 114 days to go..

I was about to drive to work this evening when suddenly I imagine myself taking my backpack and strut myself to the airport. A rush of adrenaline hit me and my heart was beating so fast! My heart just wants to burst and shout. "I can't wait to go to Korea!!".That day will arrive..I said to myself.

Solo backpacking..going through immigration, breathing Seoul's air, walking through the throngs in Dongdaemun, meeting my couch and WWOOF hosts, KTX to Busan, taking loads of autumn pictures, trembling so bad during winter (will I catch the cold flu, I really hate winter!) and watching Big Bang perform LIVE (*this one if I'm really lucky*). My imagination just runs wild.

Do I need to bring my laptop? I thought so many times, I like to travel light. Hmmm...

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Share a couch while surfing the world!

Surfing? not that usual surfing..with that hunk body and delicious tanned muscles..yummy*Sorry for getting your mind strayed..hahah.*

Well, since budget traveling is my number one priority, God must have listened to my pray lately..^^
I stumbled upon this awesome website where the idea is just so marvelous! I heart this one..really. I might take this one up for weekend stay in Seoul. Got to know new people, new culture, new ideas and be humble in the process. We are staying in the same 'Earth' anyway.

Why?
Their idea is sharing a couch/mattress/futon (japanese bed) if they have in their house for a traveler with limited budget. There is no payment given to the host but a wise traveler should know the ethics and moral. Like, maybe treat a dinner to your host to appreciate them.

Neat? What do you think?
Wooo..isn't that dangerous? A perfect stranger in your house? You're meeting them for the first time and you share your bed?? That's so risky man! That was what I think before but...you better go to the site to really grasp the idea and principal of sharing.

Risk? As I said..risk is everywhere, anywhere, anytime. Go and register your couch, fast!!

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Planning for the Perfect Beach Vacation

Everybody enjoys taking a swim at the beach or just strolling by the white sand enjoying the beautiful scenery. Before rushing to the beach try to consider these tips:

1.) Save before the trip. It would hurt if along the way, you encounter problems that need money or maybe you might regret not bringing enough so you could buy the souvenirs at the shops.

2.) Choose the right beach for you and your companions. Research about the beaches you consider in your planning.

3.) Plan your whole travel. This includes transportation, fare, tickets and the like.

4.) Research about the accommodations and choose the right establishment for you. There are many reviews in the internet.

5.) Choose your companions. You wouldn't want to go to the beach knowing the people you bring along may waste your day boring you to death.

6.) Plan an itinerary if the beach isnt the only place you wish to go to.

7.) Make a list of the things you should bring:

-sunscreen lotion
-lots of towels
-extra underwear
-destination guides if youre not well acquainted with the place
-your favorite swimming wear
-comfortable sets of clothes if you prefer not to wet yourself
-sunglasses
-goggles, snorkels, and flippers if you wish to do activities which need these
-food and water including paper plates, disposable cups and napkins
-liquor if you are with friends. Just make sure its legal and the person driving doesn't drink too much.
-garbage bags
-bring a camera and lots of film or lots of space in your memory card
-slippers
-a big umbrella
-beach toys for the kids
-books and magazines

And don't forget to have fun and take lots of pictures.

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Planning for the Perfect Beach Vacation

Everybody enjoys taking a swim at the beach or just strolling by the white sand enjoying the beautiful scenery. Before rushing to the beach try to consider these tips:

1.) Save before the trip. It would hurt if along the way, you encounter problems that need money or maybe you might regret not bringing enough so you could buy the souvenirs at the shops.

2.) Choose the right beach for you and your companions. Research about the beaches you consider in your planning.

3.) Plan your whole travel. This includes transportation, fare, tickets and the like.

4.) Research about the accommodations and choose the right establishment for you. There are many reviews in the internet.

5.) Choose your companions. You wouldn't want to go to the beach knowing the people you bring along may waste your day boring you to death.

6.) Plan an itinerary if the beach isnt the only place you wish to go to.

7.) Make a list of the things you should bring:

-sunscreen lotion
-lots of towels
-extra underwear
-destination guides if youre not well acquainted with the place
-your favorite swimming wear
-comfortable sets of clothes if you prefer not to wet yourself
-sunglasses
-goggles, snorkels, and flippers if you wish to do activities which need these
-food and water including paper plates, disposable cups and napkins
-liquor if you are with friends. Just make sure its legal and the person driving doesn't drink too much.
-garbage bags
-bring a camera and lots of film or lots of space in your memory card
-slippers
-a big umbrella
-beach toys for the kids
-books and magazines

And don't forget to have fun and take lots of pictures.

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What a muslim lady doing in South Korea?

Muslim = no pork, no alcohol but that's like a whole cultural thingy for Korean!! Majority of my Muslim friends will quiver when they heard me saying "I want to eat Tteokbokgi when I'm in Seoul!" Isn't it HALAL? A very sensitive issue where I almost refuse to discuss with my Muslim friends but avoiding it is almost sounds like a sin. Hehehe.

Of course finding a HALAL certificate is almost impossible in a non-Muslim country in Korea but recently Korea has taken amazing effort to boost their tourism to focus on Muslim visitors.

For a proof, come and visit Tour2Korea official website here. They have prepared a special section : Muslim Food Guide.

Other than that, let's just believe that I will survive with instant noodle and serunding! Chance to get slim the natural way. Hahaha... another amazing race in the making.

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Why travel solo? Isn't it dangerous for a lady?

These 2 questions has been asked zillions of time even though I don't know how zillions looks like. (I told you, I failed Maths..haha). Well, traveling solo seems always pretty dangerous for ladies but mate, you have to count your risk like 1,2,3..bla bla..before you even start thinking about it. Like Zati said, you take calculative risk not simply "You jump, I jump" Dicaprio style.

A lot of times during my traveling solo, I depend on my gut,hunch,6th sense,psychic..whatever you call it. But what I really want to make a point home is that..please use your COMMON SENSE, that 7 inches between your two ears aka your brain. ^__^ You gonna be safe if not the other way round.

I'm not gonna say that there isn't any risk. There IS risk! We encounter risk anywhere, everywhere and anytime. We just don't realize it.. yet. Hehehe. But traveling solo has been always a SWEET risk. Only those who experienced it will know that gushy mushy feeling. Shweeeet..

I'm way out of topic! Sorry guys, that's why I always got whacked by my language teacher while doing essay. I always get to pluto and refused to return. Hehe..

Solo almost..almost feel like FREEDOM. You determine all decision by yourself. There's no one to bicker backer with, no one to nag at you when you are in "I told you so" situation and all the TIME is yours to enjoy and get pampered.

Get the xyz of my point? FREEDOM = TIME = no one nagging at you.

Wow..another Nobel prize for creating another silly formula!

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The train very thoughtfully offloaded us at around predawn. With the town still wrapped in a blanket of mist, we drove through the

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Travelogue on - Manali

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Uttaranchal is a place of natural beauty. One can enjoy the untouched and un-spoilt natural beauty. It it also called as the Land of Gods and Goddes. It is also famous for it's lakes,mountains, forests, national parts, santuries etc. It is also a great destination for adventure sports.There are many places where you can plan to visit in a phased manner.You can visit Nainital, Dehradun, Almora,

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Travelogue on - LaChung,Darjeeling

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Korean Class

Lately, I have been procrastinating my korean language learning. I just had a viral fever which I will get once in a blue moon and now my system is picking its usual pace of "workaholic" mode. I sound like a robot. Hehehe..

Many thanks to KoreanClass101 team, I think learning korean with their tutorial and podcast is much easier. I just plug my ipod and wallah!! I could listen while I'm driving, eating my lunch and even when I am about to doze in my bed. I have around 129 days left before my trip to Korea. Hopefully by then I would be able to speak decent Korean.

What I really like about their system is that theirs are very structured and simplified learning. Easy and no fuss. They have podcast, video vocabulary, notes in pdf form, dialogues, forum and even lesson discussion 1 on 1 as if in real class!

Until then, I hope I can impress G-Dragon if I get the chance to meet him. *Arrhh..in my dream. Hehe*

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My Airfare Secrets

A few weeks back I wrote a post about How to buy cheaper flight ticket?
But what really sweet is I stumbled upon a really precious insider information compiled by the people inside airline himself. It's called : Secrets of Cheap Airfare from a Fired Airline Travel Agent.


I can't emphasize no more on how important that 'we' the common people to know the tips and tricks by airlines, how we could dodge their bogus marketing and not to burn our pocket.

This book is really a gem. I recommend those budget traveler or even luxurious one to get hold of it. The book not only covers on how to bargain on dirt-cheap priced ticket but it also covers the jargon in airlines in very simple and user-friendly explanation.

Rather than splurge it on the ticket, maybe you can use the extra money on that new high heel shoes or one piece? Hehehe..

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My flight to Seoul was rescheduled without prior notice

I am utterly speechless!! What happened to airlines nowadays??
Gawd..I know that the economy is bad if not worse currently but my flight to Seoul was rescheduled without prior notice.

I am suppose to fly on 29th of September 2009 but this morning I received an SMS from MAS airlines that it was rescheduled from 28th to 27th!! Wait a minute..I didn't receive any notification when they rescheduled it once! This sms was the second time that they had it rescheduled. I'm going bonker, for sure.

Dialing the semi-toll free number was hopeless with annoying voice message "The number is inactive". What?!! What happened to once a reliable and many awards in their favours??

After how many attempts, I finally get to speak with one of the agents. She confirmed that my flight was rescheduled to 27th September 2009 at 2335hrs, touching down Seoul on 28th September 2009 0710hrs.

Wait!! Will I overstay my visa maximum-day stay? Malaysian is allowed to enter South Korea maximum 90 days. After countless calculation (I failed Maths..hehe) : 28th September until 26th December = 90 days. Yikes!! I am saved by the bell!!

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India Tours & Tourism – Experience of Lifetime

India is a globally famous tourism destination deserving attentions of tourists from all over the world. It is known for its unique cultural and geographical features. There is something for every tourist in the country. There are lots of tourism options to enjoy in the country. There are various options to do and see in the country. Heritage tourism, Cultural tours, Wildlife expedition, Adventure tours, Honeymoon tours, Monument tourism, Pilgrimage tours, Nature & green tourism, Eco tourism, Monsoon tourism, Medical tourism, Cultural heritage tours, Goa beach tours, Kerala backwater tours, hill station tourism, etc are prime elements of India tours and tourism.

The states like Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Goa, Maharashtra, etc are very rich in aspect of tours and tourism in the country. Cities like New Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Bikaner, Pushkar, Manali, Sri Nagar, Rajgir, Leh, Agra, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Kolkata, Darjeeling, Amritsar, Lucknow, Mumbai, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Ooty, Panji, Hyderabad, Mysore, Munnar, Trivandrum, Cochin, etc are prime tourism destinations in the country. These destinations are very popular among tourists and vacationers from all over the world. There is wide range of options to do and see in these famous tourist destinations of the country.

Unique geographical feature of the country never fail to deserve the attentions of tourists and vacationers. The diverse and unique geographical feature of the country can be explored in its several beautiful hill stations, wildlife sanctuaries, mountain ranges, dense forests, enchanting rivers, breathtaking backwaters, lush green & gorgeous valleys, beautiful meadows, breathtaking beaches, vast Thar Desert, etc. Shimla, Manali, Kashmir, Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgaun, Leh, Dharamshala, Kasauli, Darjeeling, Ranikhet, Mussoorie, Nanital, Dehradun, Ooty, Kodaikanal, Khandala, Lonavala, Mount Abu, Munnar, Wayanad, etc are famous hill stations of India. These hill stations are blessed with exceptionally nature beauty and very ideal for family vacation and honeymoon vacation. For honeymooners these destinations are like paradise and provide truly sheer romantic and agreeable ambiance for perfect honeymoon experience.

There are several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in the county. Wildlife expedition can be one of the best options to enjoy while on India tours and travels. Ranthambhore National Park, Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary & National Park, Gir National Park, Corbett National Park, Pench National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National Park, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Hazaribagh National Park, etc are worth visiting attractions of wildlife expeditions in the country. There are several beautiful beaches in the country. Goa and Kerala are very popular beach destinations in the country. Beaches are breathtakingly beautiful and nature blessed. Both, Kerala and Goa, are very popular among honeymooners. If couples think Honeymoon Tours India, then they should plan their vacation in Goa and Kerala. Definitely they will have delightful experience of lifetime. Goa honeymoon vacations also give couples opportunity to explore several magnificent monuments like churches, temples, forts, palaces, colonial homes, etc.

Despite geographical features India tourism is very popular for cultural heritage tourism. Tourists and travellers can witness the rich heritage of Indian culture at Ajanta, Ellora, Elephanta, Khajuraho, Konark, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bikaner, Mandawa, Delhi, Agra, etc.

Varanasi, Khajuraho, Konark, Puri, Rajgir, Bodh Gaya, Ajmer, Amritsar Pushkar, Jammu, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Tirupati, Deoghar, Badrinath, etc are religious sites in the country. Exploring these destinations gives travellers rich cultural and spiritual experience. In fact, India is a unique tourism destination in the world and never fails to lure travellers and vacationers from all over the world.

There are several tours & travel packages which make enable tourists to explore the famous tourism destinations of the country conveniently. But people should choose a right package according to their desire and preferences. Tourists should choose their package carefully and do not go with only attractive advertisement. Before book a tour package tourists should do some research to find out best tourism package of India. And yes tourists should not forget their desire and preferences before choosing any India tours package.

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India Tours & Tourism – Experience of Lifetime

India is a globally famous tourism destination deserving attentions of tourists from all over the world. It is known for its unique cultural and geographical features. There is something for every tourist in the country. There are lots of tourism options to enjoy in the country. There are various options to do and see in the country. Heritage tourism, Cultural tours, Wildlife expedition, Adventure tours, Honeymoon tours, Monument tourism, Pilgrimage tours, Nature & green tourism, Eco tourism, Monsoon tourism, Medical tourism, Cultural heritage tours, Goa beach tours, Kerala backwater tours, hill station tourism, etc are prime elements of India tours and tourism.

The states like Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Goa, Maharashtra, etc are very rich in aspect of tours and tourism in the country. Cities like New Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Bikaner, Pushkar, Manali, Sri Nagar, Rajgir, Leh, Agra, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Kolkata, Darjeeling, Amritsar, Lucknow, Mumbai, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Ooty, Panji, Hyderabad, Mysore, Munnar, Trivandrum, Cochin, etc are prime tourism destinations in the country. These destinations are very popular among tourists and vacationers from all over the world. There is wide range of options to do and see in these famous tourist destinations of the country.

Unique geographical feature of the country never fail to deserve the attentions of tourists and vacationers. The diverse and unique geographical feature of the country can be explored in its several beautiful hill stations, wildlife sanctuaries, mountain ranges, dense forests, enchanting rivers, breathtaking backwaters, lush green & gorgeous valleys, beautiful meadows, breathtaking beaches, vast Thar Desert, etc. Shimla, Manali, Kashmir, Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgaun, Leh, Dharamshala, Kasauli, Darjeeling, Ranikhet, Mussoorie, Nanital, Dehradun, Ooty, Kodaikanal, Khandala, Lonavala, Mount Abu, Munnar, Wayanad, etc are famous hill stations of India. These hill stations are blessed with exceptionally nature beauty and very ideal for family vacation and honeymoon vacation. For honeymooners these destinations are like paradise and provide truly sheer romantic and agreeable ambiance for perfect honeymoon experience.

There are several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in the county. Wildlife expedition can be one of the best options to enjoy while on India tours and travels. Ranthambhore National Park, Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary & National Park, Gir National Park, Corbett National Park, Pench National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National Park, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Hazaribagh National Park, etc are worth visiting attractions of wildlife expeditions in the country. There are several beautiful beaches in the country. Goa and Kerala are very popular beach destinations in the country. Beaches are breathtakingly beautiful and nature blessed. Both, Kerala and Goa, are very popular among honeymooners. If couples think Honeymoon Tours India, then they should plan their vacation in Goa and Kerala. Definitely they will have delightful experience of lifetime. Goa honeymoon vacations also give couples opportunity to explore several magnificent monuments like churches, temples, forts, palaces, colonial homes, etc.

Despite geographical features India tourism is very popular for cultural heritage tourism. Tourists and travellers can witness the rich heritage of Indian culture at Ajanta, Ellora, Elephanta, Khajuraho, Konark, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bikaner, Mandawa, Delhi, Agra, etc.

Varanasi, Khajuraho, Konark, Puri, Rajgir, Bodh Gaya, Ajmer, Amritsar Pushkar, Jammu, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Tirupati, Deoghar, Badrinath, etc are religious sites in the country. Exploring these destinations gives travellers rich cultural and spiritual experience. In fact, India is a unique tourism destination in the world and never fails to lure travellers and vacationers from all over the world.

There are several tours & travel packages which make enable tourists to explore the famous tourism destinations of the country conveniently. But people should choose a right package according to their desire and preferences. Tourists should choose their package carefully and do not go with only attractive advertisement. Before book a tour package tourists should do some research to find out best tourism package of India. And yes tourists should not forget their desire and preferences before choosing any India tours package.

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Mannavannur - The real beauty lies in this Gods forgotton country. We along with my cousins had planned to go to Kodaikanal which is no longer a hill station where people go to find solace and peace but a bustling crowded town filled with buses throwing out smoke as black as a crow and shops almost there in every corner. Upon reaching kodaikanal we were surprsed to see a kodaikanal so

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Travelogue on Jamshedpur, Jharkhand

As the name implies, Jharkhand, a 'piece of land of thickets and bushes', coloures the canvas of the state into some magical shades of green. Be it the greenery of the dense forest or the murmuring of the gushing wild waterfalls or the lush green rolling hills, Jharkhand is synonymous with the natural beauty in every aspect of its character.The colour of nature has touched the lives of the tribes

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Travelogue on Goa, Goa

After years of ‘almost there’s and spontaneous ‘lets-go’s .. we finally did take a trip to Goa.Goa was a dream destination for the people in my close group of friends, ever since the days of DCH. The fact that we could not take the trip, even after careful planning (earlier this year) or after in-the-moment cravings to go, made the dream even more distant.The fact was, in part of our hearts, we

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Travelogue on Kaziranga, Assam

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Travelogue on - Dharmshala, Himachal Pradesh

Dharmshala is a timeless preserve of calm skies, emerald green hills, majestic pine trees and snow capped mountains cradled in the Kangra valley in Himachal pradesh. The town is split into two sections; Lower Dharamshala is a busy bustling city while Upper Dharamshala is more debonair and sanguine, still holding traces of its British colonial past.Dharamsala popularly known as “Little Tibet” is

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Botswana Travel

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Journey back a thousand years - Travelogue on Khajuraho

A nice drive, a narrow road almost no traffic at all, a few bottles of water, a hot winter, dry forests and the narrow road takes us to Khajuraho. Before entering the small town one is hit by road signs pointing towards a list of five-star hotels, an airport. No doubt that you are entering a tourist hot-spot. At around 2:30 we checkin at Hotel Payal managed by M.P. Tourism. Nice clean rooms for a

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Varanasi, city of temples - Travelogue on Varanasi

Popular amongst tourists, students and an important pilgrimage Varanasi has many hotels available to suit every pocket. Many heritage havelis have been beautifully restored and converted into hotels, grander and more modern hotel options are also available. Similarly the influx of tourists has resulted in multi cuisine restaurants to open near the ghats, the main tourist area. Particularly worth

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Pristine Pondicherry - Travelogue on Pondicherry

Pondicherry has fascinated my tour thought because of a lot many things.. the french style settlements.. neat and clean roads.. nice beaches.. auroville.. and the shooting spots for many Hindi movies...There was a long weekend following Independence day and we decided to use the break effectively....However, its was not just us who decided for the same.. that we realized when we went for booking

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Weekend Trip To Binsar -Travelogue on BINSAR, Uttaranchal

BINSAR is small, secluded hill station in Uttrakhand, India. It lies around 140kms ahead of the last railway station Kathgodam. Apart from being a beautiful hill station many of us must not be knowing that Binsar is also a Wild life Sanctuary with a covered area of almost 46sqkm.It was declared a wild life sanctuary in 1988. One can find animals like Leopards, Barking Deer, Langurs, Chital and

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Himalayan Bliss - Travelogue on - Kasauli

Kasauli is an old 17 century town which was not very famous till the tourist hawks discovered it. But the town still offers it original charm with those British buildings & roads. There are very few things to visit at Kasauli. The main attraction here being Anglican Christ Church that is located bang on the mall. A beautiful British building built in a shape of cross amidst chestnut and fir tress

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Austria Travel

Travel Tour to Austria Tourism culture and History tour Austria overview Under the domination of the powerful dynasty of the Habsburgs, Austria became one of the most important powers of continental Europe between the fifteenth century and early twentieth century. At present, its political role has been reduced to a secondary place within the European Union, but there are few

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From Incheon Airport to downtown Seoul : How to save on transportation cost

You can save some won if you use airport express + subway to go to downtown Seoul from Incheon Airport.

Case Study: From Incheon to Downtown Seoul (For Adult rate)

1. Via AREX - Airport Express

Route : Incheon International Airport -> Gimpo Airport -> Myeong-dong
Estimated Total travel time : 91 minutes
Fare :
Incheon International Airport -> Gimpo Airport : 3,100 won
Gimpo Airport -> Myeong-dong : 1,200 won
Total Fare: 4,300won

Where to take : Incheon International Airport Transportation Center

2. Via Airport Bus

Route : Incheon International Airport -> Myeong-dong
Estimated total travel time : 70 minutes
Fare : 8,000 won (Standard limousine)

Where to take: Bus Stops 5B or 12A outside the arrival floor of Incheon International Airport


Savings: 8,000 - 4,300 = 3,700 Won
Difference in Travel time: 91 - 70 = 21 minutes

However, the cons is that you can't bring too much baggage when you travel using AREX/Commuter compared to Airport Bus. I suppose when you travel as a backpacker, traveling light is always your utmost priority.^^

Info Sources: Tour2Korea



*Pictures courtesy of Woo Man Fai

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How to say "Thank you" in korean.

It is very important to be able to say thank you to everyone you meet while in Korea.

The romanization may varies but there are 2 polite ways to say it:-

First:

gahm-sa-hahm-ni-da ---->


Second:

goh-mahp-seum-ni-da ----->


You can learn more from:
KoreanClass101.com - Learn Korean with Free Daily Podcasts

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Travelogue on - Mount Abu

When to go: I would say anytime. With all the global warming, you never know what weather to expect. It is a treat when the winter is just turning into spring and vice versa. The weather is not too punishing and the tourists are just trickling in.How to get there: The easiest way from anywhere to Mount Abu is taking a train. There are direct overnight trains to Abu Road from both Mumbai and Delhi

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Travelogue on - Poovar

Poovar island is 30km from Trivandrum and 12km south of kovalam. Nearest airport and railway station is in trivandrum…Through road if you travel from Trivandrum in the early morning you can avoid the traffic and reach the boat jetty in 45-mts….A 15-minute scenic boat ride through the backwaters takes you to the resorts around the island.Places to visit: Poovar is a place to laze around, soak in

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Travelogue on - Valley of Flowers

Ghangria is a base camp to go to both Valley of Flowers on the left and the Hemkund Sahib on the right.The next day we had to start very early in the morning for the Valley of Flowers and we all left one by one. There is an entry tax at the entrance on the path to the valley. The path is narrow, winding, steep, and climbing. No mules nor porters are available to go to the valley. The entire

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Dibrugarh- Assam

It was 5:30 in the morning. It was shiny morning. One thing I must tell that it is the place of rising Sun in India. Sunlight breaks at 4 am in Pasighat. I woke up and did my checkout formalities in Hotel Anne. Mr. Nong Jerang came to pick me from Hotel at 6:30 am. He was helping me to catch the Ferry as I was new there. We started by his Maruti Alto and reached the river bank at dot 7:35 am. The

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Travelogue on - Tunganath ,Chopta, Chandrashila Top

Chopta can be reached from Rishikesh/Haridwar by road. Tunganth is four km trek from Chopta. The Tunganth temple, one of the Pancha Kedars, is the main attraction. Seated on verandah of Chandrashila hotel you can see one of the best Himalyan panorama. A two km trek to Chandrashila Top can get you one of the best sunrise views of Himalyas.At Chopta one can stay at Neelkanth Hotel near the bus

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Tourist Destination of India

India is a country of wide diversities. The country is the second most populous and seventh largest country of the world. The country is divided into 28 states and 7 union territories. Almost all the states as well as the union territories have some heart-throbbing places to offer to its tourists. The country witnesses masses of tourists every year. A person fascinated about traveling just cannot wait for exploring the country like India as it has so much to offer.

So, let us go through with some of the beautiful places of the country:

Rajasthan, the land of Rajput kings, is the most frequently visited state of northern India. Rajasthan tourism has some of the most wonderful wildlife sanctuaries, forts, havelis and temples of the country and above all the unforgettable fun with Camel Safari on sand dunes of Jaisalmer. The state is enthralled with cities like Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Udaipur, Bikaner, Jodhpur, etc. Kerala, an ultimate touring destination, is one of the finest states of southern part of India. There is so much to explore in the state. Kerala tourism involve amazing backwaters, historical monuments, picnic spots, Wildlife, beaches, pilgrim centers, museums, forts, waterfalls, ayurveda, houseboats and so on. The state is a complete touring package for all types of travelers.

Goa is an absolutely treat for a traveler looking for adventure and fun at beaches. Goa tourism involves water sports, beautiful churches, forts and temples. Who can forget the ultimate beauty of India- the Taj Mahal. This Mughal masterpiece is visited by millions of travelers every year.

The snow covered Kashmir; the Switzerland of east is really the kind of destination on which everybody can easily bank upon. The place is flooded with picturesque natural beauty. Himachal Pradesh is another state, which is in close proximity to Jammu & Kashmir. This majestic state is renowned for its unique shopping experience. While all four metropolises of India-Delhi, Mumbai, kolkata, Chennai are a symbol of modernity of the country.

Now after knowing so much about the country, you must be thinking of exploring the country. In such a cause we suggest you the name of touring India.

This agency is one of the well established and vastly experienced agency of India, It has been organizing well thought out tours for the last three decades approximately. It is approved by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and accredited by the reckoning names of IATA, IATO, ASTA, TAAI and TAFI and is recommended by Lonely Planet travel guidebook.

The agency organizes tours on different themes and in almost all part of the country along with the neighboring countries. Some of the major Tourist Destinations of India are Golden Triangle tour, Taj & Tiger- An Encounter, Historic Rajasthan, Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan, Grandeur of Rajasthan, Wild life Encounter, Royal Glories of Rajasthan, Luxury Rajasthan tour package, Buddhist tour package, South India tour package, North India tour Package, Testing Kerala, Kerala Honeymoon Package, Kerala Spices Tour, Goa beaches tour, Goa Churches tour, Ananda Rejuvenation Tour, Ayurveda at Somatheeram, Himalayan Buddhist Oddessy, Place on wheels, Royal Orient, Deccan Odyssey, Golden Chariot Train Tours, Chardham Yatra, Temples of India, Golden Temple tour, Religious tour of South India, Varanasi Tour, Buddhist and Hindu Religious tour, Erotic temple tour package, Nepal tourism, Tibet tourism, Maldives tourism, Bhutan Tourism and so on.

The agencies wide and meticulous organization of tours makes the agency unique from other counterparts.

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Tourist Destination of India

India is a country of wide diversities. The country is the second most populous and seventh largest country of the world. The country is divided into 28 states and 7 union territories. Almost all the states as well as the union territories have some heart-throbbing places to offer to its tourists. The country witnesses masses of tourists every year. A person fascinated about traveling just cannot wait for exploring the country like India as it has so much to offer.

So, let us go through with some of the beautiful places of the country:

Rajasthan, the land of Rajput kings, is the most frequently visited state of northern India. Rajasthan tourism has some of the most wonderful wildlife sanctuaries, forts, havelis and temples of the country and above all the unforgettable fun with Camel Safari on sand dunes of Jaisalmer. The state is enthralled with cities like Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Udaipur, Bikaner, Jodhpur, etc. Kerala, an ultimate touring destination, is one of the finest states of southern part of India. There is so much to explore in the state. Kerala tourism involve amazing backwaters, historical monuments, picnic spots, Wildlife, beaches, pilgrim centers, museums, forts, waterfalls, ayurveda, houseboats and so on. The state is a complete touring package for all types of travelers.

Goa is an absolutely treat for a traveler looking for adventure and fun at beaches. Goa tourism involves water sports, beautiful churches, forts and temples. Who can forget the ultimate beauty of India- the Taj Mahal. This Mughal masterpiece is visited by millions of travelers every year.

The snow covered Kashmir; the Switzerland of east is really the kind of destination on which everybody can easily bank upon. The place is flooded with picturesque natural beauty. Himachal Pradesh is another state, which is in close proximity to Jammu & Kashmir. This majestic state is renowned for its unique shopping experience. While all four metropolises of India-Delhi, Mumbai, kolkata, Chennai are a symbol of modernity of the country.

Now after knowing so much about the country, you must be thinking of exploring the country. In such a cause we suggest you the name of touring India.

This agency is one of the well established and vastly experienced agency of India, It has been organizing well thought out tours for the last three decades approximately. It is approved by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and accredited by the reckoning names of IATA, IATO, ASTA, TAAI and TAFI and is recommended by Lonely Planet travel guidebook.

The agency organizes tours on different themes and in almost all part of the country along with the neighboring countries. Some of the major Tourist Destinations of India are Golden Triangle tour, Taj & Tiger- An Encounter, Historic Rajasthan, Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan, Grandeur of Rajasthan, Wild life Encounter, Royal Glories of Rajasthan, Luxury Rajasthan tour package, Buddhist tour package, South India tour package, North India tour Package, Testing Kerala, Kerala Honeymoon Package, Kerala Spices Tour, Goa beaches tour, Goa Churches tour, Ananda Rejuvenation Tour, Ayurveda at Somatheeram, Himalayan Buddhist Oddessy, Place on wheels, Royal Orient, Deccan Odyssey, Golden Chariot Train Tours, Chardham Yatra, Temples of India, Golden Temple tour, Religious tour of South India, Varanasi Tour, Buddhist and Hindu Religious tour, Erotic temple tour package, Nepal tourism, Tibet tourism, Maldives tourism, Bhutan Tourism and so on.

The agencies wide and meticulous organization of tours makes the agency unique from other counterparts.

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Travelogue on - Munnar

Munnar - breathtakingly beautiful - a haven of peace and tranquility - the idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. Set at an altitude of 6000 ft from sea level located in Idukki district, Munnar was the favored summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days. Unending expanse of tea plantations - The misty mountains and valleys, the whispering wilds and the refreshing

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Travelogue on - Chitradurga Fort

Factfile - Information: How to reach, what to do etc etc. Chitradurga FortLocation: This fortress lies on the outskirts of Chitradurga town located at the junction of NH-4 (Bangalore-Pune) and NH-13 (Sollapur-Mangalore ). Chitradurga is also accessible by train. There is a daily service to Bangalore and weekly services to Mumbai.Bangalore : 200 km. Davengere : 60 km.Places to visit nearby:

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Travelogue on - East Coast Road (E.C.R) from Chen to Mahabs.

Factfile - Information: How to reach, what to do etc etc..Once you land in Chennai, take a cab or a bus down the East Coast road. A couple of kms after the toll gate, on your left you first see the sign post of the heritage village and then comes the Madras Crocodile Bank.You can also go on a night safari organised from 6.30pm to 8pm.Wild life enthusiasts can spend more time exploring the bank

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Travelogue on Harihareshwar, Maharashtra

Fact file - Information: How to reach, what to do etc etc.. HarihareshwarBy Air: Nearest airport is Mumbai 215 kms.By Rail: Nearest railhead is Mangaon on Konkan Railway.Harihareshwar from Pune is via Paud > Mulshi > Tamini Ghats > Mangaon > Nizampur > Off NH17 > Hariharshwar. Roads are OK with some bad patches.By Road: Mumbai-Harihareshwar 230 kms. via Mumbai-via Panvel > Palaspe phata > Mumbai

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Travelogue on Dandeli, Karnataka

Factfile - Information: How to reach, what to do etc etc.. DandeliFrom Panaji there are two routes. (If you look at Eicher's map of India, there seem to be three, but don't pay attention to the middle one, it peters out in the minefields of eastern Goa). The northern route goes straight east on NH-4A past Ponda. But cross into Karnataka and hit Anmod, and the highway turns into pure hell: red mud

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Travel to Germany

Travel Tour to GermanyGermany Tourism culture and History tourGermany Facts Germany holds many treasures: the elegant charm of the big cities, the harvest festival of pagan origin, abundant cultural and huge expanses of forest. But the country's recent history with its present is of great weight. No visitor can remain indifferent to its complex past and how it affects the nation today.

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Top Sights To See During Bali Holidays

It is well known that Bali holidays bring travellers to one of the most famous and exotic island destinations in all the world. Long beloved by holidaymakers for its beautiful beaches and cloud covered mountain peaks that make it appear as something out of a dream, this tropical paradise offers much to do and see. The problem for many is trying to figure out what not to miss whilst visiting Bali.

Although holidaymakers might find themselves unable to take in all the sights that make Bali holidays so revered, there are some major stops that are worth considering for a “must-see” list. They include:

* The Tanah Lot – This destination offers holidaymakers a chance to take in some of the most famous sights in all of Bali. It is often included as a destination in Bali tours. The Tanah Lot is found just outside Tabanan City and is known for its sandy beach, the temple Pura Tanah Lot and its spectacular sunsets.

* Lake Batur – This lake was created more than 30,000 years ago after an eruption of Mount Batur and is a favourite destination for holidaymakers because of its incredible beauty. The lake is often covered in a mist and features the temple of Pura Danu Batur, or the Goddess of the Lake.

* Mount Agung – This stunning, but active, volcanic mountain towers over Bali. It is also known as Gunung Agung and is sometimes called the “navel of the world.” The mountain is sacred to the Balinese and is said to have been erected by the Gods. It was thought to give them a focal point from which to view the world. Holidaymakers who make the trek to the mountain will find the temple Pura Besakih is located here, dedicated more than 1,000 years ago to Vishnu, Brahma and Agung. The temple complex also houses a number of other temples dedicated to various Hindu gods.

* Gunung Batur – This active volcanic mountain is the “female” to Mount Agung’s “Male.”

* Klungkung Royal Palace – Whilst the original palace, built in 1710, was ruin by the Dutch in 1908, a recreation now exists that pays homage to Bali’s past. Today those on Bali holidays will find a destination that offers a beautiful blending of nature and architecture.

* The beaches – Bali has many beaches that call to visitors with their pristine white sands and beautiful turquoise waters. Those on holiday in Bali will discover the beaches are distinct, but equally welcoming.

* Jalan Monkey Forest – Located in Ubud, this forest is known to be a home to three separate troops of gray monkeys. Those on Bali holidays are free to purchase food to feed the monkeys and they can also explore the Temple of the Dead, or Pura Dalem, whilst taking in this attraction.

Bali holidays offer visitors a wide variety of things to do and places to explore. From the natural splendours of Mount Agung and Lake Batur to the royal palace and beyond, the island will entrance holidaymakers with one breathtaking sight after another.

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Top Sights To See During Bali Holidays

It is well known that Bali holidays bring travellers to one of the most famous and exotic island destinations in all the world. Long beloved by holidaymakers for its beautiful beaches and cloud covered mountain peaks that make it appear as something out of a dream, this tropical paradise offers much to do and see. The problem for many is trying to figure out what not to miss whilst visiting Bali.

Although holidaymakers might find themselves unable to take in all the sights that make Bali holidays so revered, there are some major stops that are worth considering for a “must-see” list. They include:

* The Tanah Lot – This destination offers holidaymakers a chance to take in some of the most famous sights in all of Bali. It is often included as a destination in Bali tours. The Tanah Lot is found just outside Tabanan City and is known for its sandy beach, the temple Pura Tanah Lot and its spectacular sunsets.

* Lake Batur – This lake was created more than 30,000 years ago after an eruption of Mount Batur and is a favourite destination for holidaymakers because of its incredible beauty. The lake is often covered in a mist and features the temple of Pura Danu Batur, or the Goddess of the Lake.

* Mount Agung – This stunning, but active, volcanic mountain towers over Bali. It is also known as Gunung Agung and is sometimes called the “navel of the world.” The mountain is sacred to the Balinese and is said to have been erected by the Gods. It was thought to give them a focal point from which to view the world. Holidaymakers who make the trek to the mountain will find the temple Pura Besakih is located here, dedicated more than 1,000 years ago to Vishnu, Brahma and Agung. The temple complex also houses a number of other temples dedicated to various Hindu gods.

* Gunung Batur – This active volcanic mountain is the “female” to Mount Agung’s “Male.”

* Klungkung Royal Palace – Whilst the original palace, built in 1710, was ruin by the Dutch in 1908, a recreation now exists that pays homage to Bali’s past. Today those on Bali holidays will find a destination that offers a beautiful blending of nature and architecture.

* The beaches – Bali has many beaches that call to visitors with their pristine white sands and beautiful turquoise waters. Those on holiday in Bali will discover the beaches are distinct, but equally welcoming.

* Jalan Monkey Forest – Located in Ubud, this forest is known to be a home to three separate troops of gray monkeys. Those on Bali holidays are free to purchase food to feed the monkeys and they can also explore the Temple of the Dead, or Pura Dalem, whilst taking in this attraction.

Bali holidays offer visitors a wide variety of things to do and places to explore. From the natural splendours of Mount Agung and Lake Batur to the royal palace and beyond, the island will entrance holidaymakers with one breathtaking sight after another.

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Madagascar Travel

Travel Tour to Madagascar Tourism culture and History tour Madagascar Facts The traveler does not have to completely ignore the image of tropical island, but it offers much more than lie on the sand of a beach and venture into its waters to enjoy the coral reefs. The forests of Madagascar are a vibrant mass of infinite branches, leaves and goteantes new and strange beasts jumping out of the

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Travelogue on - Mandu

Factfile - Accomodation: Hotels, and Where to stay at Mandu Reaching: 99kms from Indore, also the nearest airport and railway station with good connections to most important towns/cities. Direct buses from Indore, via Dhar. Best time to go: Obviously, the monsoons – aim to be there between July and September for the best experience! Accommodation: MPSTDC runs 2 resorts in Mandu – the Malwa Resort

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Travelogue on - Mumbai

The Wallahs of Mumbai - Fact file, Information of How to reach, what to do etc etc.Mumbai ( Bombay), situated on the India's west coast, is the nation's most affluent and cosmopolitan city. It is also film capital of India, with Bollywood spectacles churning out at dizzying speeds, and theaters crammed with eager fans. It is served by a network of domestic and international airlines, as well as

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Travelogue on - Rishikesh

Factfile - Information: How to reach, what to do etc etc.. RishikeshRishikesh is well connected from Delhi by Road and till Haridwar the journey can be undertaken by train as well. Since the road journey till Haridwar from Delhi is really dismal- i'd recommend taking the train for all fellow tourists. You can easily rent a cab (indica's being the most popular vehicle) for the duration of your

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Fact File of Kaza

To reach Kaza,we have two options one via Manali the second via Kinnaur.I took the second option as I visited during march .The Manali way opens around June when the Rotang and Kunzum La pass opens for traffic.The best option to travel is by local bus ,or book taxis. Visit Sangla kanda,Chaka pastures at Kalpa, Hile to Dhankar First have to reach Shimla take a bus from ISBT bus stand,bus/taxi to

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Factfile of Bhatta Falls, Jainti Dam

The route would be the same as one taken for reaching Mussoorie, the nearest bussling place. Mussoorie is replete with site-seeing, culinary and stay options. Although July-August is traditionally not an advisable time to go, the thrill is in these months, if the routes are open. Other falls in and around Mussoorie are Kempty, Jharipani and Mossey. Kempty is most popular. Bhatta is prettier and

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What I want to do in Seoul?

These are the list of things/activities that I want to do while in Seoul:

1) Go to Namsan tower



2) Shopping at Insadong/Myeongdong/Dongdaemun

3) Watch Big Bang show/concert live (G-Dragon is second from right..ain't he gorgeous? Hehe)



4) Eat tokkpokgi



5) Jog at olympic park (hahaha..this one if I have lost my pounds before going to Seoul)

6) Loitering at Apgujeong for a chance of meeting G-Dragon (in my dream...hahaha)

7) Take thousands and thousands of picture

8) Again..loitering near Han River at night

9) Jjimjilbang (if I dare enough to walk around naked in front of strangers..fighting!!)

10) Everland..It's my turn on that wooden rollercoaster!!

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Seoul: Accommodation on a budget

I will reach Seoul on 29th Sept 2009 which is Tuesday at 0830hrs. My plan would be to stay 2 days in Seoul and then head to either Gwangju or Gangwon-do.

Where should I stay in Seoul?

I'm going to be a solo-traveler. These are among the lists of places that I think I want to stay based on the reviews and their reputation.

1) Banana Backpackers - they are near to Insadong; 5 minutes walking distance and just 20,000 KRW/night for dorm around RM60 (as per current rate)



2) Kims Guesthouse - Dorm bed around 15,000 KRW and single room around 28,000 KRW.
This is a bit far from central Seoul but you can't beat the price.



3) Golden pond guest house - Dongdaemun Market is just two stops away via the subway. Dorm bed around 15,000 / 17,000 KRW and single room around 27,000 KRW.




4) Beewon Guesthouse - It is 8 minutes walk from Insadong and Dorm bed around 19,000 KRW/night.

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My first korean word

Blame it to the korean drama hype in Malaysia, we are subconsciously learning korean language everytime we watch it. As of now, boys before flowers starring Goo Hye Sun is very famous in Korea.

I believe the most essential word that all of us should know would be:

Anyong ha se yo -

This is a multi-usage word. A very useful indeed. It could mean good morning, good afternoon, good evening, good night, hello (when greeting someone) and bye bye.

The word like worm above? Ahh..that is korean character. It is so simple, it only took me a few hours to memorize it. It is soooooo easy.

Go here if you want to learn more.

KoreanClass101.com - Learn Korean with Free Daily Podcasts

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WWOOF in Korea

Here's the website for WWOOF Korea.

You can choose in English or Korean. As usual I will choose English and it will show the landing page as below.


Here's the deal. You have to work around 4-6 hours/day in exchange of accommodation and food. If you don't want this arrangement, then this is not your kind of travel. But...it works for me cause my aim in travelling is to mingle with natives and learn their culture. ^__^

Single membership is around 32,500won/ USD40 (amount may differs). You may either register at their office at Seoul or you can pay via paypal if you're from overseas.

Once payment done, assuming you are from overseas, you will receive the WWOOF book which contains a directory of around 30 host farms in Korea. You are also required to provide basic personal details as well as a copy of your passport via e-mail or by fax.

It takes about two weeks to receive the book. After you receive the book, contact the farms where you are interested. Host arrangements can be done by yourself or through WWOOF Korea. WWOOF Korea provides placement service for the first three times upon your request. Please reserve a place before your arrival and check with hosts if you have special needs such as diet or if you are interested in bringing children or pets.

WWOOF-KOREA membership is valid for one year. The WWOOF Korea book serves as a membership card so that you must show it to the hosts upon your arrival with your ID.

If you have any questions or problems applying for a membership, please e-mail at wwoofkorea@yahoo.co.kr.

I will be doing WWOOFing Korea from October to December 2009. It spans from autumn to winter. Due to the registration and host arrangement will take time, I would allow myself 2 months to do the whole process. I will register in August and hopefully by end of September, I will confirm my host placement.

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Airline jargon that you 'MUST' Know

A lot of my time wasted on getting the cheapest flight ticket on the net. But this wasted time have taught and given me loads of priceless knowledge. Most of the time, this cheaper ticket will come with terms and conditions. All these jargon are incomprehensible by layman standard. So here goes the jargon that I have referred frequently. Hope it helps.

Baggage allowance – the weight of the luggage the airline allows the traveler to check-in. Economy ticket holders are usually allowed 20kg whilst business and first class passengers able to take between 30-40kg depending on the airline. Hand luggage is fairly standard between the airlines: one piece per passenger and up to 8kg in weight though the dimensions of baggage that is allowed can vary between carriers.

Blackout periods – specific days or periods of time when special rates are not available due to high demand for flights.

Boarding pass – a card given to the passenger after check-in which allocates a seat number or indicates a boarding pattern. The stub of the card should be retained after going through the boarding gate to show to the flight crew once reaching the aircraft.

Budget / Low-cost airlines – these are short-haul flights at bargain prices but with occasional drawbacks. Usually the flights are from secondary airports which could be miles from your ultimate destination. Food and drink is often not included in the price. Fares are usually non-flexible and can incur a hefty charge for changing travel plans. On the plus side, low-cost carriers continue to add to their already impressive list of destinations which can offer real savings for travelers.

Cancellation charges – penalties that you will incur if you cancel your flights. Most fares have this clause in them so travel insurance is advisable if your plans are likely to change.

Carry-on – hand-baggage or luggage that has not been checked-in. See restrictions under Baggage allowance.

Check-in – the time before departure when your luggage goes onto the airline and boarding cards are issued. For long-haul this is 2 hours whilst short-haul is approximately 1 hour. Be aware that in these times of occasional heightened airport security, the check-in time can vary. To get up-to-date information it is best to confirm timings with the airline.

Connecting flights – a journey where the passenger must change planes to reach their final destination.

Direct flights – a flight where the passenger does not need to change planes but the aircraft may stop en-route.

ETA – Estimated Time of Arrival

EST – Eastern Standard Time (GMT -5 hrs)

Excess baggage – checked-in luggage which exceeds the weight of the Baggage allowance. If you are only just over then you might be lucky but be warned that payments on excess weight can be very expensive.

Non-transferable – a ticket which is specifically for just one passenger and cannot be used by anyone else.

No-shows – the term relating to passengers or either arrive late or do not arrive at all to travel on their booked flight.

Penalty fare – the amount the passenger has to pay in order to make a change to the travel arrangements or cancel the ticket once it has been issued

Stopover – an overnight stay (or possibly longer) at a location en-route to your final destination. This is usually done to break up a very long journey eg. London to Sydney with a stopover in Hong Kong.

Ticket issuance – purchasing tickets that have previously been reserve

If you want more, please check more jargon in here.

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