The Right Way to Plan a Trip

How many times do you book something that looks fun when you first saw it but was not at all what you read? This is something that happens all to often to those in charge of booking holidays. So when you decide to plan your next family trip make sure you read up a bit more about the area you are going to. For example, why not check out Florida? Do you want a taste of what you can look forward to on your Florida holidays?

Do you love the water? Not only is Florida located on the Gulf coast with miles and miles of perfect beaches but it is also home to the most water parks in the world. For example, when you go to Aquatica on your holidays in Florida you will never be the same again. This one of a kind water park will have you floating through an undersea paradise one moment and shooting the rapids the next. In fact, you will wonder what exactly is around every bend. From the famous Dolphin Plunge ride to their super cool tube slides there is just so much water fun to have here that you will be hard pressed to try them all.

And speaking of Dolphin Plunge, have you ever heard of swimming with the fishes? No, we are not talking about some mob threat but the chance to shoot through 250 feet of clear tubes under water only to be then float through an amazing dolphin habitat. And it is exactly these types of holidays in Florida that will have you leaving a changed person. No longer will you be just a plain Jane but a person that has experienced what life is really all about. Are you ready for the fun and excitement that is Florida?

But perhaps the tranquility of watching the fishes and riding the water slides is not your cup of tea. For those that choose Florida holidays for a really thrilling time you will want to check out Cutback Cove and Big Surf Shores. Why not see if you can stay up on your board in the worlds only side by side wave pool. Or better yet, for a treat for the whole family you will not want to miss Walkabout Waters. This is the worlds largest water park with over 15,000 square feet fun. Here you will be able to let the kids run wild while you sit and enjoy the relaxing pool and refreshments that get delivered right to your chair. However, as with anything like this always remember to look for ticket deals.

When you book your Florida holidays you will not only want to take advantage of all our cheap package rates but also on many of the tickets to these fun and exciting places. And because many of these tickets can only be found in the UK you will not want to wait until you get to the gates of the park. Quite simply, planning ahead will always save you money.

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The Right Way to Plan a Trip

How many times do you book something that looks fun when you first saw it but was not at all what you read? This is something that happens all to often to those in charge of booking holidays. So when you decide to plan your next family trip make sure you read up a bit more about the area you are going to. For example, why not check out Florida? Do you want a taste of what you can look forward to on your Florida holidays?

Do you love the water? Not only is Florida located on the Gulf coast with miles and miles of perfect beaches but it is also home to the most water parks in the world. For example, when you go to Aquatica on your holidays in Florida you will never be the same again. This one of a kind water park will have you floating through an undersea paradise one moment and shooting the rapids the next. In fact, you will wonder what exactly is around every bend. From the famous Dolphin Plunge ride to their super cool tube slides there is just so much water fun to have here that you will be hard pressed to try them all.

And speaking of Dolphin Plunge, have you ever heard of swimming with the fishes? No, we are not talking about some mob threat but the chance to shoot through 250 feet of clear tubes under water only to be then float through an amazing dolphin habitat. And it is exactly these types of holidays in Florida that will have you leaving a changed person. No longer will you be just a plain Jane but a person that has experienced what life is really all about. Are you ready for the fun and excitement that is Florida?

But perhaps the tranquility of watching the fishes and riding the water slides is not your cup of tea. For those that choose Florida holidays for a really thrilling time you will want to check out Cutback Cove and Big Surf Shores. Why not see if you can stay up on your board in the worlds only side by side wave pool. Or better yet, for a treat for the whole family you will not want to miss Walkabout Waters. This is the worlds largest water park with over 15,000 square feet fun. Here you will be able to let the kids run wild while you sit and enjoy the relaxing pool and refreshments that get delivered right to your chair. However, as with anything like this always remember to look for ticket deals.

When you book your Florida holidays you will not only want to take advantage of all our cheap package rates but also on many of the tickets to these fun and exciting places. And because many of these tickets can only be found in the UK you will not want to wait until you get to the gates of the park. Quite simply, planning ahead will always save you money.

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Doi Inthanon National Park : Chiangmai, Thailand

If you plan to travel in ChiangMai, Thailand, the one destination for experiences the tropical forest which it nearby ChiangMai is Doi Inthanon, the highest Peak mountain of Thailand.


The geographical features of the National Park consists of high mountains, including Doi Inthanon, which is the highest mountaintop in Thailand (2,565 meters above the sea level), followed by Doi Huamodluang (2,330 meters above the sea level). Doi Inthanon is the source of many rivers including Mae Klang, Mae Pakong, Mae Pon, Mae Hoi, Mae Ya, Mae Chaem, Mae Khan, and being part of Ping River, where the Bhumipol Dam is situated and generating the electrical power.

The forest in the park is one of the country’s very significance and valuable heritage. Forests include Moist Evergreen Forest, Pine forest and Mixed Deciduous Forest, worth in economic like teak and mountain pine. Dipterocarp spp. Xylia xylocarpa, Pterocarpus, macrocapus Terminalia sp. and Lagerstroemia sp. to name a few. In addition to these, there are many beautiful flowers including vanda orchid, phycastylis and rhododendron. Sphagnum Moss and osmanda fern are found at higher levels in the park. fifty years ago, the mountain peaks were home of hill tribe people. The biggest village was Ban Khun Klang, whose agriculture method was often destructive to the forest ecosystem. Currently the several Royal Projects, assists the villagers in growing cold-climate fruit such as strawberries, grapes and apples as well as flowers.

The number of wild animals in the park is decreasing the encroachment. The animals are hunted and their habitats are destroyed for agriculture. The remaining animals include serpent, gibbons, tigers, deer, wild boars, Siamese hares and Red Jungle fowls. Because of its broad altitudinal range and the cool climate of its upper reaches, the park supports the largest number of bird species of any site in Thailand. The Center for Wildlife Research at Mahidol University records a present total of 362 species and expects addition many at the summit are migrants from northern Asia. Species restricted to Doi Inthanon are Ashy-throated Warbler and an endemic race of the Green-tailed Sunbird; the park is the only site where the Chestnut-bellied Rock-Thrush and the Yellow-bellied Flower pecker are known to over summer and probably breed.

The way travel to Doi Inthanon is From Chiang Mai, take route 108 towards Chomthong. At km.57 (1 kilometer before arrive to Amphur Chomthong) take a right on route 1009 (Chomthong-Doi Inthanon Road). At km.31 of this road is the Park Headquater.

Source: http://www.dnp.go.th/parkreserve/asp/style1/default.asp

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Elephant Safari in Corbett Wildlife National Park

The Elephant Safari takes you through mysterious thick forests, deep valleys and the rugged trails that offer a lingering thrill to the adventure seeker. This is enhancing by the cultural enigma of the land. Let’s take a car safari in Corbett National Park, Uttaranchal along the muddy tracks of Corbett, lined with shoulder-high elephant grass on either side.

Corbett Wildlife National Park was

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ChiangMai Zoo : Chiangmai, Thailand

Chiangmai Zoo is the only one zoo in Northern Thailand where visitors can travel to get experience the various kinds of animals in their natural habitat. Chiangmai zoo have many activities & show inside such as the Freshwater Aquarium with 60 species of tropical fresh water fishes, Gibbon Island that have the many gibbons live and breed happily, Nakornping Walk Through Aviary to observing more than 800 birds inside, the twightlight show to see the night safary in chianmai zoo and the last, Star Animals like Elephant, Hippopotamus, Girrafe, Ostrich, Koala and the PANDA!!

Chiangmai Zoo got 2 Pandas from China since 2004 to celabrate the Queen's 6 cycle birthday anniversary year. The name of 2 pandas are 'Chuang Chuang' and Lin Hui' ('Tewan' and 'Tewee' in Thai). With these 2 stars of the Chiangmai zoo, Chiangmai zoo has quickly become a high visitor's itinerary. And now Chiangmai Zoo success to have a new panda baby in the zoo.

This Chiangmai Zoo is open daily 08:00 to 18:00pm and the night safary is open at 18:30 - 21:00pm. When you travel to ChiangMai, don't forget to travel to see PANDA at ChiangMai zoo!!

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Travel to Lebanon

Travel Tour to LebanonTourism culture and History travel tour in Lebanon Once considered the Paris of the East, Lebanon has disappeared from the tourist map at the start of the civil war in 1975. At present, and gradually, is consolidating the view that not only is feasible to travel to Lebanon, but also can be done without major complications. Lebanon has many attractions within its modest

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Best Way To Make Your Cape Town Tour Memorable

If you are thinking about an ideal trip this coming holidays, Cape Town would be the ideal place to visit. Being one of the greatest cities in the world, it has all the facilities that you expect from a top class metropolis. Along with the advantages of the modern civilization, this beautiful city of South Africa has a wide range of natural beauty that has made it even more attractive. A beautiful route connects the civilized modern shopping complex with the exotic beaches, mountains and wine lands.

The list of top destinations in Cape Town includes a host of different things. If you are a lover of the wildlife, the Cape point Nature Reserve will give you unprecedented pleasure. The ocean here is clear and transparent and this is the amazing spot where the currents the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet. Apart from that, there are spots for barbeque and snorkeling. Then, there is the Two Oceans Restaurant with its world class cuisine.

No description of Cape Town can be possible without the account of the Table Mountain, the most iconic part in the city. You can mount up 1,073 meters to reach the top of the mountain and get an unforgettable view of the city from there. There are the cable cars to take you there on the top; also you can climb up yourself.

If the Table Mountain stands high, the beaches of the Cape Town are right there at its foot. Wherever your Cape Town accommodation is, you are sure to find a beach nearby. There are top class restaurants and shopping centers around them, to increase the fun quotient. Well, if you don’t like the hustle and bustle, simply lie down on the white sands with a good book. At the end of the day, the beautiful sun set will make you thrill.

Cape Town has the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. There is a large amphitheatre in it where you can watch live shows. Also, there are the craft markets, and plenty of other shops that will induce you to buy the beautiful products that are sold there in V&A. Also, there is the Two Oceans Aquarium where you can visit the ragged tooth Sharks.

A boat from V&A Waterfront will take you to the Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela served his long imprisonment. There is also the national monument of South Africa.

The west coast is another interesting place to visit. If you are in the Cape Town hotels, it will take almost an hour to reach there. The entire region is filled with wild and beautiful flowers during the spring. In facts, these flowers are known all over the world for their beauty and a large number of people flocks in every year just to watch them. Well, there are thousands of other activities and adventures apart from watching the flowers.

There are plenty of wine lands in around Cape Town. The list includes Paarl, Stellenbosch, Constantia, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. These wines are famous around the world. There are several points in the Western Cape where you can watch out whales from July to December.

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Best Way To Make Your Cape Town Tour Memorable

If you are thinking about an ideal trip this coming holidays, Cape Town would be the ideal place to visit. Being one of the greatest cities in the world, it has all the facilities that you expect from a top class metropolis. Along with the advantages of the modern civilization, this beautiful city of South Africa has a wide range of natural beauty that has made it even more attractive. A beautiful route connects the civilized modern shopping complex with the exotic beaches, mountains and wine lands.

The list of top destinations in Cape Town includes a host of different things. If you are a lover of the wildlife, the Cape point Nature Reserve will give you unprecedented pleasure. The ocean here is clear and transparent and this is the amazing spot where the currents the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet. Apart from that, there are spots for barbeque and snorkeling. Then, there is the Two Oceans Restaurant with its world class cuisine.

No description of Cape Town can be possible without the account of the Table Mountain, the most iconic part in the city. You can mount up 1,073 meters to reach the top of the mountain and get an unforgettable view of the city from there. There are the cable cars to take you there on the top; also you can climb up yourself.

If the Table Mountain stands high, the beaches of the Cape Town are right there at its foot. Wherever your Cape Town accommodation is, you are sure to find a beach nearby. There are top class restaurants and shopping centers around them, to increase the fun quotient. Well, if you don’t like the hustle and bustle, simply lie down on the white sands with a good book. At the end of the day, the beautiful sun set will make you thrill.

Cape Town has the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. There is a large amphitheatre in it where you can watch live shows. Also, there are the craft markets, and plenty of other shops that will induce you to buy the beautiful products that are sold there in V&A. Also, there is the Two Oceans Aquarium where you can visit the ragged tooth Sharks.

A boat from V&A Waterfront will take you to the Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela served his long imprisonment. There is also the national monument of South Africa.

The west coast is another interesting place to visit. If you are in the Cape Town hotels, it will take almost an hour to reach there. The entire region is filled with wild and beautiful flowers during the spring. In facts, these flowers are known all over the world for their beauty and a large number of people flocks in every year just to watch them. Well, there are thousands of other activities and adventures apart from watching the flowers.

There are plenty of wine lands in around Cape Town. The list includes Paarl, Stellenbosch, Constantia, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. These wines are famous around the world. There are several points in the Western Cape where you can watch out whales from July to December.

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Itaewon: 10 best pictures from Flickr (My retarded opinion..again)

One of the many reasons that I want to go to Itaewon is because there's a big mosque there and amidst that are fusion of culture western, asian and everything jumbled into one. The place seems to emerge a whole new small world on its own in the middle of Seoul.

Another perspective by machomikemd from Virtual Tourist. "Itaewon is a kitchsy, touristy area of seoul. It is the international part of seoul since it is in proximity of yongsan garrison of the US Army. However, it is not a representative of seoul since it mostly caters to tourist and US Troops. The main street runs for 1.4 kilometers between the Itaewon Junction at the west end and the Hannam 2-dong ward office at the opposite eastern end. Off this main street lie a score of alleyways and underground arcades crammed with stores, eateries, nightclubs and bars."

Here are the top 10 pictures (from my opinion) taken from Flickr that embodies the epitome of Itaewon:

1. jump in snow! by youngdoo
Particularly like this work of art because of the fallen snow and the energy by these people. Hmm..Itaewon, the name itself sounds very energetic with its fusion of culture.



2.Seoul Central Masjid, Itaewon by Mohamad Faizal Omar
Great angle! Most of the shot taken of this mosque is from the front which I don't feel the serenity evoked in me but this one does. ^^. No doubt, a huge landmark in Itaewon.


3. Way Too Much by Ronnie Fung
Frankyly, not a good shot at all from a photography point of view. But the way Ronnie describes Itaewon is mind blowing..haha I agree, indeed. ROFL

"Itaewon, Korea. This was taken on a Saturday night. There is a man busking in a Spiderman outfit, he can't play guitar. There is a man selling watermelons, some may be rotten, some not, either way, in between sales he scratches his boys with no shame. There is also a prostitute in a doorway, sending a text message and a blur of motion from a group of MP's taking away a criminal of some sort. Lord knows what else is going on. This place is mind blowing. "

4. The street in Itaewon II by awe2020

Brrr...it's cold. An evening after work. Look at the lady snuggled with her muffler. Itaewon couldn't be much prettier than this right?


5. A sprinkle of light by Lindsaymp

Simply because of the comment.
I just feel that the picture is quite ok but one of the comment is so hilarious : Cosplay?
Haha..It's not even nearer to that in Harajuku, eh?


6. Itaewon market by mister bokeh

Just because.. I like Mr Bokeh!! Hahah..I just admire all his pictures. It can conjure subtle feelings. Wish had that gift in me. This bike is sooo..lonely.


7. I have a Rotiboy problem by superlocal

If I ever got to Itaewon, I will..oopss no..I MUST visit this shop. Why? Cause Malaysia has this bakery too. But not with this option: Vanilla ice-cream as filling. Hmm..I'm a fan!! The smell is just so irresistible even from far.


8. Itaewon Scene: Underwear Street Store by RMJimenez

Hmm..a racy, saucy image. Nothing better than an ahjumma to sell this stuff. Hehe..no offense to all the ahjummas. Ahjumma fighting!!



9. ebikka by numberof

2 korean friends making a fool out of each other. Sweet!



10. Itaewon Alley by oceandesetoiles

My most favourite picture out of the 10. Reminds me the sunshine in Malaysia. Arghh..I love the warmth and the girl holding her puppy, isn't that sweet?

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Winter clothes in South Korea

I had two coats prepared for winter but after getting some advice from my korean friends, it would be better if I shop once I reach Seoul.

Around February, I bought two coats for my travel to Hong Kong from this website : Color Shopping. Hong Kong is on winter season around February but not that cold around 15 celcius. Luckily the clothes helped especially when we need to sleep in the airport for a stayover. Hehee..

The site is worth a look. Shipping to Malaysia plus the coat price on average roughly around MYR120 which is cheaper than if you buy in local shopping outlets.

The downside, the fashion a bit outdated. Let's say if you want to use for autumn 2009, the listed fashion would be from autumn 2008. Tested clothes postage took me around 5-7 days delivery which was quite fast and the owner never fail to reply my email for any queries.

Though the fashion stated its from Korea but the factory comes from China which justifies the cheap price.

Another downside is that online shopping will minus the experience of having to inspect the whole clothes before you buy, the color of clothes would be slightly different from what was shown and the return policy is a bit absurd. You can't simply return it like you buy it next door.

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Walking Street : ChiangMai, Thailand

The ChiangMai's walking street is more than the normal Night Bazaar but it is the signature destination for local and tourists who want to travel to the cultural product. The walking street is opened on every Sunday, stretching from Tha Pae Gate square to the most of Ratchadamnoen street, the area is blocked off the traffic from late Sunday afternoon to midnight. This is the one program you must not miss from travel in Chiangmai.

The whole of Ratchadamnoen street, and the wats along its length, are filled with colourful stalls selling wares ranging from hill-tribe crafts and blinking lights, to wooden bangles and tasty morsels. There is a great atmosphere helped along by buskers playing down the street. When tired of the shopping, it is fun to sit at one of the bars or restaurants along the strip and watch the hubbub go by, welcome to the walking street!! Don't miss when you travel Chiangmai!!

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Doi Suthep-Doi Pui National Park : ChiangMai, Thailand

Doi Suthep-Pui used to be known as Doi Oi Chang. Its new name comes from the name of a hermit, Prarusiwasuthep who lived at Doi Suthep-Pui was a protected forest. In 1973, The Royal Forest Department decided that Doi Suthep and 13 other forest areas in the country should eventually be national parks. The Royal Forest Department sent Mr.Panya Boonsomboon to survey the area. After that, the national park committed decided that only forest in good condition should be included in Doi Suthep-Pui National park and areas occupied by villagers should be excluded. In 1981, as the 24th national park of Thailand which encompasses 161.06 square kilometers. The following year, an additional 100 square kilometers were annexed to the park, bringing the total to 261.06 square kilometers.

Doi Suthep, Doi Buakha and Doi Pui are the three main peaks in the park. The highest peak, Doi Pui, rises to 1,685 meters above mean sea levels.

There are two basic types of forest on the mountain in Doi Suthep-Pui: Deciduous forest below about 1,000 m elevation and evergreen forest above. The deciduous is further divided into two kinds, deciduous dipterocarp-oak Forest in the driest areas and mixed evergreen deciduous forest along streams and gullies. Common species are trees of the families Dipterocarpaceae, Fagaceae and Magnoliaceae. Wildlife in the park includes common muntjac, wild boar, macaque and other small mammals. More than 300 species of birds can be seen here, including red junglefowl, pheasants, eagles, parrots, bulbuls and minivets. Rare species of amphibian, the crocodile salamander that can be found in only four localities in Thailand, one in Doi Suthep. Chiangmai

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ChiangMai, Thailand

ChiangMai is the largest and most culturally significant city in northern Thailand, and Chiangmai is also the capital of Chiang Mai Province. It is located some 700 km (435 mi) north of Bangkok, among some of the highest mountains in the country. The Chiangmai city stands on the Ping river, a major tributary of the Chao Phraya river.

Chiang Mai province for years now has been the tourist hub of the north and one of Thailand’s most important tourist destinations. Chiangmai is considered one of the most scenic provinces in the country due to its mountain ranges, valleys, flora and fauna. Unlike most of Thailand, the climate in the north and especially Chiang Mai is cool, fresh and misty.

History of Chiangmai.

The city of Chiang Mai was capital of the Lanna kingdom after its founding in 1296. During the same period of time as the establishment of the Sukhothai Kingdom. From then, Chiang Mai not only became the capital and cultural core of the Lanna Kingdom, it was also the centre of Buddhism in northern Thailand and King Meng Rai built innumerable temples in Chiangmai.

In 1599 the kingdom of Chiangmai lost its independence and became part of the Ayutthaya kingdom. This ending the dynasty founded by King Meng Rai which had lasted for 300 years. The occupiers Burma, had a powerful Burmese influence on the architecture which can still be seen today. It was only in the late 18th century that Burma was finally defeated with the leadership of King Taksin.

In 1932 the province Chiang Mai became the second level subdivision of Thailand when the administrative unit of Monthon Phayap, the remains of the Lanna kingdom, was dissolved.

The way go to Chiangmai
It has many ways to get Chiangmai such as by Air, Car, Train, Bus depending on your lead-time and budget.

Attractions

1. Doi Suthep-Doi Pui National Park

2. Walking Street

3. Chiang Mai Zoo

4. Doi Inthanon National Park

5. Pang Chang Mae Sa

6. Wat Phra Sing

7. Mae Sa Waterfall

8. Chiangmai Night Bazaar

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New York Offering Very Cheap Hotels this summer

Tourism predictably has been severely hit in many countries or specific cities due to this recession we are experiencing. New York is a prime example, known as a popular location for those looking to buy cheap Levis and other American goods during the day and enjoy a vibrant city at night; these difficult times have meant the uptake for hotels has been very low. It is a double whammy for the city of New York since the effects of Wall Street have also taken their toll. Not only are international visitor numbers down, domestic visitor numbers are too.

While it has been bad for business in New York it provides an opportunity for international visitors to enjoy a cheap hotel in New York. Prices are at a six year as New York hoteliers look to draw tourists back in.

A quick search reveals half price rooms at the Hudson Hotel. The Empire Hotel prices have been knocked down from £205 per night to £92! There are many more cheap hotels to be found.

The simplest and quickest method of finding the best hotel bargain is to use a hotel comparison site, there are many on the internet all sporting slightly different features. Some will allow you to plan your whole holiday so once you have found a cheap hotel room you can search for a flight to go with it. Prices for flights to New York are also lower now than in previous years so this could well be THE summer bargain. I ran a quick search for flights to New York from London; there is a return flight for £285! What a deal!

There are other locations around the world that are sadly suffering from the reduced tourist trade so using a comparison site will certainly help you sniff out those bargains. There are new announcements for cheap hotels, so keep checking. It looks like many of the hotel big groups will be discounting their hotel rooms to bring in the customers, so keep your eyes peeled.

It is predicted the exchange rate will continue to improve and may rise up to $1.80 to £1 so things many get even better for British tourists.

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New York Offering Very Cheap Hotels this summer

Tourism predictably has been severely hit in many countries or specific cities due to this recession we are experiencing. New York is a prime example, known as a popular location for those looking to buy cheap Levis and other American goods during the day and enjoy a vibrant city at night; these difficult times have meant the uptake for hotels has been very low. It is a double whammy for the city of New York since the effects of Wall Street have also taken their toll. Not only are international visitor numbers down, domestic visitor numbers are too.

While it has been bad for business in New York it provides an opportunity for international visitors to enjoy a cheap hotel in New York. Prices are at a six year as New York hoteliers look to draw tourists back in.

A quick search reveals half price rooms at the Hudson Hotel. The Empire Hotel prices have been knocked down from £205 per night to £92! There are many more cheap hotels to be found.

The simplest and quickest method of finding the best hotel bargain is to use a hotel comparison site, there are many on the internet all sporting slightly different features. Some will allow you to plan your whole holiday so once you have found a cheap hotel room you can search for a flight to go with it. Prices for flights to New York are also lower now than in previous years so this could well be THE summer bargain. I ran a quick search for flights to New York from London; there is a return flight for £285! What a deal!

There are other locations around the world that are sadly suffering from the reduced tourist trade so using a comparison site will certainly help you sniff out those bargains. There are new announcements for cheap hotels, so keep checking. It looks like many of the hotel big groups will be discounting their hotel rooms to bring in the customers, so keep your eyes peeled.

It is predicted the exchange rate will continue to improve and may rise up to $1.80 to £1 so things many get even better for British tourists.

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Cheapest single room in Seoul : Hostel Korea

Hostel Korea

My hunt for cheapest single room in Seoul is not over yet. My thought of taking the dormitory option might stop here if it could be this cheap.

Hostel Korea cheapest rate for single room per night : 22,000 won ~ MYR66 (with breakfast and WiFi in the room). Marvelous!! Privacy is the bottom line between dormitory and single room.

The downside: Location is a bit far from Center Seoul. They are around 5-10 minutes walk from Sinseoldong station. 3 station stop from Dongdaemun. 6 station stop from Myeongdong.

Good enough for me. I'm game.

What really attracts me is this:



50% discount on the first day rate IF you stay more than 2 nights.
If I decide to stay 3 nights, the rate per night for single room is 22,000 won and the discounted rate would be 11,000 won. My total would be 55,000 won ~ MYR165

*Hi everyone, by now (22nd August 2009) Hostel Korea has changed their landing page and I believe this coupon is no longer available and their cheapest single room now is 25,000 Won :(. Check out their web to get the latest rate or head over to my post for single room for less than 30,000 won.

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Honeymoon at No.1 Samui Hotel

I did the honeymoon trip with my wife after 6 months of wedding ceremony. We went to Koh Samui, Thailand. This is the one dream destination for couples who want to have the romantic trip.

Come back to the main topic, Honeymoon at No.1 Samui Hotel. I mean the Centara Grand Beach Resort HuaHin. This hotel have cost start +10,000 baht/night, seems to be expensive but you will know that it is valueable to stay with the price after you try to visit at once.

I choose this hotel because I want to make my wife feel it is special than the normal trip that we just spend the money for the cheaper hotel. I want her feel that this is the real honeymoon trip.

We(I & my wife) stayed in the Garden-View room that is located on 1st floor. This is the lowest price from this hotel. If you want to have pool in-side the room, you have to pay upto 40,000 baht/night. I will not crazy to do that!! right!!. It's lucky that my room is close to the pool, that make us do 7 walk-steps and jump to the pool easily.

We spend time to swim with the fresh-cool water in a pool 2 hours on the 1st day, 1 hours on second day. There is a jagucy pool beside the swimming pool, we sit on it over an hour. It's very relax to heal our muscle. We stay until 7pm (swimming guard tell us that the pool is closed already)

Telling about the room I would like to show you how comfortable is it!! The room is very nice decorate with modern style. The think that make I unhappy is I don't get a king-size bed ( I got twin-bed) but it's not matter after I found that they provide the bed suit for us, very pretty orange suit & slipper is very nice for us.

This is just rough information to tell you about the honeymoon trip in this hotel. Are you jealous on me?

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Insadong: 10 Best Pictures from Flickr (in my retarded opinion)

1. Lantern Festival Kid - by Derekwin
I love children especially bald and with one-lid eyes. Haha..which is so oriental. These boys really cute.



2. 1842/1816* - by june1777
The red here is so sexy don't you think? It reminds me of Wong Kar Wai's movie: In the mood for love

3. We all need a shoulder to cry on... by Looloo
Haha..it's not tears but snow. The sky is crying. Arghh..I hate cold but I don't hate snow though. It's such a pretty sight. Will insadong snow in Christmas?

4. At Ssamziegil by jetsetcd
This is vandalism at its best condition. Haha..a cute and artistic graffiti.
If it's just words in roman character it wouldn't look this nice rite?

5. Paint Brush pots by Derekwin

What about chinese characters and its beauty? I don't know. Eventhough I don't understand but it just reeks awesomeness and beauty.

6. Street Vendor by Centrax
Chestnut- a delicacy that appears during winter time. Hot and tasty to douse that winter cold. Yummy..

7. Korean Starbucks by Superlocal
Starbucks in Hangul. The first one ever..exceptional. Gonna go on this one!

8. Fish cakes by xoxoryan
I ate the same thing in Chiba, Japan. What's about Japan and Korea sharing the same recipe? Anyhow, I really love this fish cake. The last time I didn't get to try the cheese filling, right now on a hunt for that, if there is.

9. I call this gorgeous charm by Aaron Raisey

10. Insadong Wedding Performance by mjohnexmsft
Pretty dancers in pink hanbok - my favourite color. So refreshing to see ^_^

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