Cycling Excursions in Bangkok’s ”Green Lung ”

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Known as the Green Lung or the Jungle of Bangkok, Bangkracho is a small peninsula famous for its lush tropical vegetation and laid-back village atmosphere.

How to Get There

According to the Travel Bangkok Now blog the Green Lung is easy to find given the lack of people, and cars. You can hop on the BTS and make your way to Phrom Phong. From there, visitors can get a tuk-tuk to Khlong Toei Port and board the ferry, to begin their Bangkok adventures.

Rent a Bike & Get Going

Once you alight from the ferry you will be faced with a bustling hub where you can rent bikes, maps and buy bottled water. While not exactly the sportiest of bikes, they feature baskets in the front for storing things and are steady enough to navigate the winding paths.

What to see

Places to see include the Siamese Fighting Fish Gallery, The Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park as well as the Botanical Garden. Perusing a Bangkok travel guide will inform you which temples and shrines to explore however one that stands out is, on Soi Petchahueng 57 right next to the mighty Chao Phraya River.

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Where to stay

While there are no big resorts and luxury hotels in this area there are small-scale guest houses to choose from for reasonable prices. The area also is home to several roadside restaurants which serve some great food.

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Mt. Tengu

The Mt. Tengu sits at a breathtaking the height of 532.4 meters above sea level and happens to a be quite a famous place known for offering spectacular views of Otaru city and the Ishikiri Bay.

How to Get There

The mountain can be reached through a ropeway which will take around 4 minutes from the base of the mountain to the observatory point on top. For those who wish to take an alternative mode of transport, driving and hiking too are possible.

Things to See

Apart from providing some stunning views of the picturesque town of Otaru and the beautiful bay beyond, the summit has a seasonal chipmunk park, a shrine and a ski museum to see. There is also an interesting display hall with a Tengu Goblin mask which people touch to have a wish come true.

Things to Do

For those with a sense of adventure, there is hiking course to make use of and a restaurant/ shop to get a bite to eat and maybe a couple of souvenirs while enjoying the beautiful views.

Mt. Tengu in Winter

During winter Mt. Tengue transforms into a ski slope, where many snowboarding and skiing enthusiasts flock for some fun in the snow. With 6 ski courses and 3 ski lifts being installed annually, the place is quite a popular spot for tourists. The winter wonderland can easily be accessed by many an Otaru hotel near Jr. Station including the likes of Grand Park Otaru.

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Exploring Brisbane

Sunny Brisbane is home to sandy beaches, scenic mountains and a stylish CBD. Enjoy rock climbing, views off of Story Bridge, river tours, verdant parklands and mind-blowing entertainment.

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Discover Brisbane City

A cosmopolitan city by every definition Australia’s third largest city Brisbane enjoys warm weather conditions for most of the year. There’s a myriad of hotels in Brisbane city centre the likes of Oaks Lexicon Apartments which gives close access to many iconic attractions such as Botanic Gardens, Chinatown and Cathedral Square.

Explore Brisbane Story Bridge

Renowned to offer the best views of the city climbing the Brisbane Story Bridge is a favourite activity among seasoned visitors to the city. As one of only three overpasses around the globe that can be climbed the Brisbane Story Bridge offers climbing excursions at dawn, daytime, twilight and in the veil of night.

Tour South Bank

Home to a manmade beach, sprawling parks, quaint cafes and fine restaurants South Bank is ideal for family-friendly activities of every conceivable nature. From azure lagoons to The Suncorp Piazza with its movie theatres and entertainment options, there’s plenty to do in this relaxed corner of Brisbane.

Explore Moreton Island

As one of the most popular day trips available from Brisbane a day at the beaches of Moreton Island is a must for all visitors. This stunning lagoon offers a range of water based activities such as snorkeling, cruises and four wheel drive tours.

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Exploring the city of Kandy

Kandy, the hill city of Sri Lanka, is known for its religious significance due to the presence of Temple of Tooth. However, there is much more to this city, if you dare to venture off the beaten path.

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Udawatta Kele Sanctuary

Declared a nature sanctuary in 1938, Udawatta Kele – meaning Udawatta Forest – is not a highly visited destination among the tourists. However, it presents a mystique aura and has multiple treks and trails where one can stroll through and enjoy the lushness that surrounds them.

Trekking

There are many trekking trails around Kandy both historic and scenic. They are definitely worthwhile exploring and travellers should base themselves in a place like Mahaweli Reach Hotel and spare a day or two to enjoy pristine areas not too far from the city.

City’s colonial past

A neo-gothic 19th century Anglican Church, a Victorian fountain, the 19th century Garrison Cemetery near the old palace, the WWI and WWII Commonwealth War Cemetery on Deveni Rajasinge Mw by the Mahaweli River are the remains from the city’s colonial past.

Peradeniya Botanic Garden

In Kandy, things to do are plenty. Devoting a whole morning to visiting the Peradeniya Botanic Garden, one of best such facilities in the region, will not be wasted as there is much to see besides enjoying its beautiful surroundings. Stroll around the picturesque 200-year-old Kandy Lake in the evening and walk along shaded paths in Udawatte Kele, the historic forest reserve overlooking the Temple of the Tooth.

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Bullfighting in southern Thailand

Two magnificent beasts facing each other head-on, grinding their horns and goring one another in a bloody battle; this is a tradition and one of the famous festivals celebrated in southern Thailand.

The bulls

These aren’t any ordinary bulls, being chosen at the age of two, they are vigorously trained and fed special diets for over two years and are well groomed to become mean and unmerciful fighting machines.

The game

Apart from tradition, this is one of the top gambling sports in southern Thailand and one of the famous sporting events, with the audience ranging from police chiefs and top politicians to peasants. Betters call bulls with a special name and the fight tickets sell out weeks in advance.

Legal issues

This sport is practiced in only the southern part of Thailand and is subjected to strict regulations. The contests happen weekly and will only take place in legally registered sites. ‘Events and Festivals Blog‘ suggests that you verify with a local before visiting the event whether the event is licensed or not for your safety.

The good things

Being criticized by many as animal slaughter, this is a tradition that is a lively hood for many. It is said bullfighting plays a key role in the conservation of local breeds and some say without bullfighting some species may have become extinct. For the record, no bulls are killed in this game because it is very rare that a bull will fight to the death.

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Snorkelling in Timon Island

Timon is one of the best spots known for its abundant marine life in Malaysia, where tourists may enjoy snorkeling for reasonable prices.

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Why Timon Island?

The island is located off the east coast of the Malaysian Peninsula, in the South China Sea. It is an extremely popular diving spot which attracts many snorkeling enthusiasts too. A year-round destination, it features many accommodation options be it a resort or hotel in Timon Island including the likes of Berjaya Tioman Resort, Malaysia, which offers snorkeling too.

Best Sites to Snorkel

Some of the best to sites to go snorkelling include Renggis Island known for its shallow warm waters and docile marine life, Coral Island & Malang Rocks, Salang Beach and the Marine Park with a noteworthy turtle population.

Safety

A higher concentration of coral reefs ensures that there is no danger of fast and high water currents. Most of the popular and mainstream snorkelling sites are sheltered from open water. So just don on a life jacket, a pair of flippers and a snorkel and let the gentle currents carry you about while taking in magical underwater sights.

Marine Life

Professing a thirty-metre visibility, the reefs and scattered hulls of wrecked fishing vessels are home to a diverse array of marine life. Turtles, rays, puffer fish and 6-year-old coral await your inspection here.

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Diving in Mahé, Seychelles

The island of Mahé, in Seychelles, is famous for its stunning beaches. It also happens to be a top diving site known for its beautiful coral reefs and shipwrecks teeming with marine life.

The Best Time to Dive

While it is possible to dive all year round, the quality and visibility levels at the sites may vary. The months of April /May/ October and March are considered to have the best conditions suitable to do so. Many a hotel in Mahé the likes of Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort & Casino organize reputable diving expeditions on request.

Marine Life

Seychelles boasts of a very rich marine life. Mostly due to extremely strict conservation rules. At almost all the dive sites a diverse variety of fish, colorful corals, turtles and reef sharks can be found. The islands are also famous for its underwater granite formations whose crevices are home to lesser-known sea creatures.

Marine Conservation

Seychelles take conservation quite seriously and has many strict regulations in place to preserve its marine life. There are a total of 6 national parks spread across Mahé in addition to several islands which are managed by conservation organizations.

Climate

The region is blessed with a lovely balmy tropical temperature, attracting tourist from all over the globe wanting to enjoy a blissful holiday, the water temperatures range from 26° from June to August while warming towards the latter months.

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Samui Canopy Adventures

Soaring through the zip line at the speed of 50 miles per hour overlooking the spectacular forest canopy is undoubtedly one of the best things to do in Samui. Come join the adventure at the canopy adventures secret falls.

The Adventure Park and the island
The park is located on the island of Koh Samui. Even though the island is small it features some of the most beautiful white sand beaches in Thailand and it also has a beautiful rainforest in which you’ll be gliding over.

The adventure activities
By know you would have got the idea, yes, the park’s main attraction is the zip line rides. There are over 15 zip line rides which stretch for over 2000 meters altogether. And once you are in one of them gliding the experience you get is adventurously thrilling. And once you reach the island, you will be taken to the location on a 4×4 through the jungle which will also be a thrilling experience.

The Views and experience
When you are on the zip line, you will be getting a birds-eye view of the jungle canopy and also zip at the speed of 50mph you will feel the rush of the adrenaline in your veins and this is one of the best things to do when you at Koh Samui . The 4×4 vehicle rides too will bring you a wonderful experience where you’ll get to view the jungle from within.

Accommodation facilities and some more things to know
The Koh Samui Island is home to many exquisite resorts like the Sunset Coast Samui Resort & Villas and if you are planning to experience Canopy Adventures it is recommended that you book your accommodation at one of these resorts also remember specialized training sessions will also be conducted by professionals to explain and prepare you for the zip line ride.

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Sinharaja Rainforest

Century-old trees spread their bony arms overhead while the undergrowth is cushiony soft. It’s not surprising that the Sinharaja Rainforest located in South-western Sri Lanka was declared a World Heritage Site in 1989.

When & how to get to the forest

The first step in planning a trip to Sinharaja is selecting which time of the year to visit the forest reserve. The Sinharaja Forest experiences two monsoon rain seasons a year which take place between the months of November to January and then again from May to July. Visiting the park in the remaining months is, therefore, a good idea.

Border

The mesmeric nature of this popular rainforest in Sri Lanka will be the perfect way to begin your discovery of the paradise isle. Koskulana Ganga, Gin Ganga and Kudawa Ganga beautifully border the rainforest. When the rains thrash steadily, these rivers swell delightfully.

Highlights

There will also be those who slither away or remain camouflaged while you pass by. Keep your eyes peeled if you wish to spot the hump-nosed lizard or the green pit viper, they can be friendly too! When exploring the Sinharaja Rainforest it would become evident as to why Sri Lanka is called a paradise isle.

Accommodation

There are cabins and dormitories managed by the Forest Department at the Kudawa entrance and some private eco-lodges around the forest reserve are half an hour to ten minutes away from the Kudawa entrance. Saman Villas long known as a tranquil beach retreat is a good base from which to explore the surrounding area and offers easy access to many things to do in Bentota. The Kudawa entrance to the Sinharaja nature reserve can be accessed along the Southern Expressway from Bentota.

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Skydive in Dubai

Dubai is one of the most luxurious places in the world, and has become synonymous with opulence. The Emirate also offers a bounty of adventurous experiences and sky-diving is one of them.

Skydive Dubai

This is considered the premier place to experience a daring skydive in Dubai, and offers a variety of jumps for people for varying levels of experience and bravery.

Tandem Jump

This refers to a dive where the student or novice jumper is harnessed to a skydiving instructor, allowing the latter to guide the prior through the entire process, from the exit stage right until the landing.

Get Certified

There’s a school situated here where you can learn the art of skydiving from theory to practice, and obtain a license that will allow you engage in solo skydives throughout the world, and earn some serious bragging rights. The most basic course only takes 6-8 hours!

Gyrocopter

Skydiving isn’t the only thing offered at this institution, since they conduct scenic tours over Dubai in gyrocopters as well. If you’re enjoying a stay at one of many 5 star resorts Dubai has to offer, such as Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, then this will definitely be a great way to complement a luxurious holiday.

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