Hong Kong Sightseeing and Tours- West of the East

One of the highly cosmopolitan cities in the east that bears striking resemblance to the West is Hong Kong. Always a popular spot among the tourist the city has a whole heap of attractions to visit. One of the best ways to get the most of the city is to be a part of a Hong Kong Sightseeing and Tours. Having to accommodate large number of tourist the city has a large pool of options to choose from in terms of lodging. A popular choice among past travelers has been the Cosmopolitan Hotel Hong Kong, Having a prime location the hotel makes the commute around the city easy. It also offers a large raneg of room choices to choose from.

One of the highly recommended sight seeing tours is the “Big Bus Tours” which covers most of the city. A perfect way to explore the blend of the Chinese and Colonial mix of the city. The tour takes the visitors through most of Hong Kong’s tourist attractions. The recorded commentary on the bus comes in ten different languages.

There are many famous landmarks covered during the tours. One of them is “The Peak” which offers picturesque views of the city from great elevations and features many restaurants cafes and shopping for the whole family.

“Central” is Hong Kong’s heart of Business, filled with some of the biggest names in the corporate world the district is also home to some high end shopping and restaurants. Stanley Market is another famous pit stop, a famous colonial sea side town on the edge of the Hong Kong island. Covered market space offers wide range of brand name shopping as well as oriental specialties. Perfect place to enjoy the beach or stroll around.

The seight seeing tours have various packages and some are even night tours so visitors have options to pick from.

 

Shehera Fioni is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Catalina Forbes. Her content is based on many thrilling escapades offered to travellers across the world.

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Ancol Dreamland

Indonesia’s beaches are famous world over and Bali and it’s beaches always take the forefront when it comes to tourism in Indonesia, however the capital of Jakarta has many places to explore. Travel to Jakarta can be a mind blowing experience to anyone visiting Indonesia. Being the capital of the country there are plenty of places for accommodation,Starwood Indonesia is one of great prominence among them as it ensures maximum luxury indulgence for all its guests.

Ancol dreamland or better known as Taman Impian Jaya Ancol by locals is one of the prominent places located on the waterfront of the Ancol Bay , a busy touristy resort destination. Opening its doors in 1966 the area is the largest integrated tourism area in South East Asia. The features of Ancol Dreamland include many features such as the golf courses , theme parks hotels and other recreational facilities.

The area features amusement parks in the Dunia Fantasi is one of Jakarta’s famous theme parks that is divided into eight sections and features over thirty rides and is perfect for the entire family to enjoy a day of pure thrill. Atlantis Water adventure park is another unmissable stop. Designed based on the mythological underworld of Atlantis. The park features many interesting features such as the wave pool, the waterfall pool and many slides of excitement awaits visitors.

Seaworld was the largest oceanarium in South East Asia when it began operations in1996. The main features here are the shark pool , alligator pool , sea friends pool and Antasena tunnel. The Golf course in Ancol recently got a revamp and is Indonesia’s first beachfront international Golf Course of 18 holes spreading over an extensive area. Getting to the park is possible by many links of transportation such as trains , taxis , buses and the latest addition is the Gondola , which is a cable car system.

 

Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe.

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Wild Wadi Water Park

Being listed among the top ten attractions in Dubai , Wild Wadi Water Park. A place to spend the entire day with your family and friends with pure excitement. Located close to Burj Al Arab.

Being a busy city Dubai has a diverse range of accommodation. Its no surprise that some people want to escape the buzz of the city. Dubai Luxury hotels are strategically placed in and around the city. If you are looking for a place little outside the city that’s well away from the center but spoils you with luxury an excellent choice would be PER AQUUM Desert Palm.

Some of the highlight at the Wild Wadi Water Park include , the wave pool ,the different water slides and the artificial surf machine. If you are up for some serious adrenaline highs the water park is the perfect place to be. Featuring many rides to suit individual preferences. Some come with single seating arrangement while others come with double seating arrangement. Most of the traditional rides in the park are built to go downhill. The Falcon Fury, Tunnel of Doom, Rushing Rapids are some of the rides featured in the park. There are also special rides for families. Which is a two part ride where the visitors are taken uphill through the splashing waters of a pool and then dropped a staggering 560ft downhill. The park also features Middle East’s largest wave pool, Bakers Bay , where waves rise up to around 5 feet , where swimmers can cross these waves that come from all directions. The largest free fall water slide, Jumeirah Sceirah is also featured here. There are also rides that recreate the real surfing experience of kneee boarding or body boarding. The park premises also has two gift shops where visitors can purchase memorabilia.

 

Shehera Fioni is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Catalina Forbes. Her content is based on many thrilling escapades offered to travellers across the world.

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Na Muang Water Fall

Koh Samui has become a popular tourist destination in the recent years while Thailand itself has become a popular tourist stop in the East. Even though famous for its beaches Koh Samui is also famous for its tropical lush greens and the Na Muang Water Fall is truly one of nature’s blessings. Lying around 12 kilometers inland from the island’s beaches , the Na Muang Water Falls are truly a picturesque site.

Being a popular tourist destination there is no shortage of Luxury Resorts. Koh Samui is a perfect place to find resorts of such caliber. On that stands out the most is the Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort & Spa. An ideal place to enjoy unmatched luxury by one of the most beautiful beaches in Koh Samui.

The Na Muang Water Fall is a set of two waterfalls one. Na Muang 1 is a waterfall that drops into a natural pool which is ideal to soak off the heat, as one proceeds further uphill for around thirty minutes, they can find the Na Muang 2 water fall which is of equal majesty.

The water fall area is ideal for families to spend the day hiking, swimming or just enjoying a picnic and most tours around Koh Samui do not fail to include a pits stop at these scenic falls. The nearby elephant safari camp also is quite famous among tourist as this allows them explore the lush jungles surrounding the falls. The path can be steep and slippery and quite challenging to people who aren’t of a certain level of fitness. There are also many stalls on the way to the falls that sell food , souvenirs and other little goodies.

There are many famous beaches not too far from the falls, which is great for a change. The perfect time to visit the falls would be September to November when the falls flow down as cascades.

 

Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe.

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Island Tours in Koh Samui

Koh Samui, Thailand’s largest island, was once a Thai fishing community. Not long ago it was a sleepy destination that only attracted a few backpackers and had little in the way of attractions. In just a few years it has grown in popularity. The white, sandy beaches away from the frenzy of activity in the big cities draw,budget travellers bunking in simple beachside bungalows and wealthy vacationers seeking luxurious Samui resort getaways, alike.

The beaches themselves have a broad appeal: Chaweng Beach has a party atmosphere and is well known for its cabaret shows, Lamai Beach is quieter with its famous Grandma and Granparocks. The body of Samui’s most famous monk, Luang Pordaeng, can also be seen here in its mummified state. Big Buddha Beach is on the northern coast of Koh Samui. The twelve meter tall golden Buddha statue is visible many kilometres away and is the most famous landmark in Samui. The statue is located inside a temple which has several other shrines and statues. A market close by sells souvenirs and has an array of food stalls. Yet another beach, Bophut Beach is renowned for the quint Fisherman’s Village, the most well preserved section of the island. It exudes a distinct Mediterranean feel reminiscent of the days it was used as a French outpost. Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort & Spa is also located here and offers stunning beach views.

The best way to get to Koh Samui, is to fly. There are over twenty daily flights from Bangkok, you can also fly directly to the island from Singapore, Phuket or Pataya. Koh Samui gets tropical monsoon weather; it is hot and humid all year round. Rain is usually seen between September and November but only in brief bursts.

 

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.

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Bali Safari & Marine Park: See it all Here!

Beautiful Bali never fails to delight tourists with its myriad of attractions from lush jungles, pristine beaches and a diverse biodiversity. The Bali Safari and Marine Park, located in Gianyar, is one Bali attraction that has it all- a wide collection of wildlife, sensational rides and stunning cultural shows. So when you plan your Bali holiday make sure you incorporate a visit to the park into your schedule as it is a must-checkout attraction. It is essential to be comfortably settled during your Bali vacation and Bali TopVilla Rentals provides stylish and cozy Bali villas for rent located throughout the island with several properties situated in Sanur and Renon that’s within 30 minutes away from the Park.

There are so many exciting things to explore and take part in at the Bali Safari and Marine Park. But the first and foremost thing you should do is to set out on a Safari or Night Safari as the park is home to 60 species of wildlife including Orangutans, Elephants, Komodo Dragons and Lions! And one great thing about the park is you can interact with some of these animals! Take a ride through the park on a jumbo, feed Lions and Tigers (within cages of course) and get a warm hug and kiss from a friendly Orangutan!

Bali is an island with a lot of vibrant culture and at the Bali Safari and Marine Park you can get a high dose of it with traditional dance and Rindik musical performances. While your there don’t miss the chance to learn traditional Bali dance! You can take part in the Balinese Dance Course offered at the Bali Village section of the park.

Splash into fun at the Fun Zone Waterpark! Both kids and parents will enjoy the wide range of rides in the water park such the – Jungle Cruise, Spinning Coaster, Flume Ride & more. Next visit the Fresh Water Aquarium that is home to almost 40 species of fish including the deadly Piranha and ginormous Arapaima!

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.

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Elephant Safari in Hua Hin

Hua Hin is the oldest and most traditional of Thai Holiday Resorts and has been a hot favourite for over 90 years. Chosen as an ideal getaway location by Rama VII in the early 1920’s, the quiet fishing village was converted into a right Royal Resort and fast became popular among Thai Nobility and the upper classes. Unlike other Thai Resorts which cater mainly to foreigners Hua Hin embraces both foreign and locals tourists.

Attractions in Hua Hin are many and the beach front Anantara Hua Hin Resort and Spa styled like an ancient Thai Village but with every modern luxury is an excellent choice to sample the delights of Hua Hin.

Elephant Safaris, an 08 km meter beach of pristine beauty , accommodation options to suit every purse , superb local and global cuisine, traditional culture, many world class golf links, and mountain biking are among the many activities available to holiday makers in Hua Hin.

The elephant is the majestic ancient symbol of Thailand and even today is a revered icon of Thai life. These mammoth creatures re used for heavy hauling work and transportation in Thailand and is today, an integral part of the Thai tourist trade.

In Hua Hin Elephant Trekking or Elephant Safaris is one of the biggest attractions for visitors.N ature trail rides and jungle treks can all be done on elephant back accompanied by a trained mahout (elephant trainer). Seating on the elephants back can be of wood or rattan. The giant will carry even several people around safely, as he lumbers along jungle trails swaying from side to maintain balance.

The scenic mountains of Hua Hin is home to one of Thailand’s biologically richest and most diverse forests. Take a day tour on elephant back to the incredibly beautiful heartland of Kaeng Krachan. See the wonder that is the 11 tiered Pala – U Waterfall . See and listen to over 400 varieties of birds,see many endangered mammals and rare flora and fauna. Enjoy a river crossing on elephant back as you meander round Hua Hin.

Visit an elephant camp at Hua Hin and marvel at elephants enegaged in painting, dancing and many other activities. Enjoy the thrill of feeding an elephant! See them bathe and at waterplay. Elephants and Hua Hin are inseparable!

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Siam Ocean World at Siam Paragon: creates a lust for life in the ocean

Gasp, as the treacherous jaws and the ogling eyes of deep sea creatures feel your uninvited presence at Siam Ocean World at Siam Paragon, Bangkok. This famed underground aquarium is one of the largest in Southeast Asia and houses over 30,000 aquatic creatures. These exotic beings range from the most colourful to the most deadly and have travelled great distances to be viewed by a great number of visitors. A Bangkok City Guide will definitely lead you to the aquarium and would also direct your attention to Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel. Once you book your stay at the hotel, you are a few steps away from a marine adventure.

The aquarium is the size of three Olympic swimming pools and the experience it affords is undeniably larger than life. It is divided into seven zones that culminate in a holistic educational experience of the ocean and the life in it. The zones dedicated to the “Weird and wonderful” and “The Deep Reef” creatures are not as threatening as those on display at the 270 degree underwater tunnel. The aquarium takes you into a fantastical world of the ocean, yet once you plunge into the waters of the “Open Ocean” it’s best to enjoy the life-threatening feeling that courses through your veins.

When it is feeding time for the likes of penguins and sharks, children and adults can line up and enjoy the fun. Add to your experience by visiting Thailand’s First 4D Theatre that is situated within the premises. For children it would be as good as diving into the deep. Don’t think your experience is complete until you watch the “Sea jellies”. These translucent invertebrates move to the rhythms of the music and glimmer within a colourful tank. It will certainly be a grand finale to an equally memorable day at the aquarium.

Shehera Fioni is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Catalina Forbes. Her content is based on many thrilling escapades offered to travellers across the world. Google+

White Water Rafting in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is located in northern Thailand and is a mountainous region with the added beauty of untamed rivers. It undoubtedlypossesses splendor and charm but more importantly it facilitates adventures of all kinds, predominantly white water rafting. Hotels in Chiang Mai are aplenty, but Anantara Chiang Mai Resort & Spa is heads above the rest. It captures the beauty of the old city and the picturesque landscape while also making it so much easier to hop into a raft for some fun on the snake-like rivers of Chiang Mai.

Plan your visit intelligently. The best months to go white water rafting in this area would be from March to July. When the rains pour mercilessly from August to October the waters become more menacing. It would be best to give priority to the safety of yourself and your loved ones.

You would hardly need to plan your adventure if you visit Siam River Adventures. Co, Ltd. Taking you down the rivers Mae Taeng, Mae Kok and Nam Wa, be ready to be pushed around and to take treacherous turns. The trees by the rivers watch eagerly as you push your way through, but make it a point to stare back, as nature would reveal itself in a multitude of ways on your expedition.

On full moon nights, as the light of the moon stretches across the waters and the trees seem eerily still, you can plan an adventure. Siam River Adventures prepares to exhaust and energize your being throughout the day. Once you plan your excursion on a day of the full moon, you would have to whitewater raft throughout the day and late into the night. Just when you think it would be too tiring, it’s best to add thatthe adventure includes a buffet of healthy Thai delicacies, a private jungle camp and a warming riverside bonfire. These elements certainly complete the package and lure you to the waters and the surprises in store.

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Kintamani Volcano Tour: a home away from the sea

Villages steeped in tradition, a 30,000 year old volcano, appealing habitation and simple lifestyles are all on offer if you plan on taking a tour of Kintamani Volcano. The surroundings, when captured on camera are astoundingly beautiful but even more so when seen with your naked eye. A Bali Gold Resort that is definitely worth a visit is, Anantara Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa. A visit to the resort is valuable because it holds the promise of a tour to the volcano and the areas surrounding it.

The volcano is an aged beauty which draws its exquisiteness from Lake Batur and Mount Batur, who in true neighborliness lend their splendor to the surroundings of Kintamani Volcano. Trek through these mountainous areas and cycle around its twisted paths, as you capture the magnificent landscapes. A tour of Kintamani Volcano is an impressive package of trekking, cycling and even dolphin tours.

Nourished by the rich volcanic soil in the area, vegetables, fruits and coffee beans grow bountifully. The produce in the area is organic, which is in keeping with the global need for a greener tomorrow. Walk around in Sekardadi village and enjoy the fruits of the villagers’ labour. Sample, enjoy and take some of these products all the way home!

Intense emotions and themes applicable to universal phenomena are conveyed through the barong dance. This traditional dance is staged in the village of Batubulan. The performance sheds light on traditional forms of entertainment in the area. Even though the method of dance would require an in depth study of movement and technique, being part of a performance of this nature, would make you feel part of the society. Deepen your understanding of their culture by also spending time observing the stone carvings and ornate temples in the village. A tour of Kintamani Volcano is certainly a multi-dimensional adventure.

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