A taste of the Central Highlands

Visitors and locals in Ho Chi Minh City can now get a flavor for the Central Highlands without ever leaving the city.The Siu Black Café, located near the city’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport, is owned and operated by the vivacious female singer of the same name. Black, a renowned staple of the local entertainment scene for the past 20...

Geomedicine Centre & Spa, Hotel Porto Santo, Madeira

USP Porto Santo is a small island just 25 miles from Madeira. Unlike its larger more famous neighbour, which has no natural beaches, Porto Santo boasts 9km of golden sand beaches. The fine-grained sand on these beautiful beaches are said to contain an extraordinary high level of strontium which is believed to have health benefits particularly for rheumatism and dermatological conditions. ...

Sa Pa, a natural mosaic

Boasting sublime unspoiled beauty, from rolling verdant hills to spectacular terraced fields, Sa Pa is a mix of natural wonder. Pa Cheo farmers cultivate rice Near the Chinese border in the northwest province of Lao Cai and around 376 kilometers from Hanoi, Sa Pa, founded as a scenic resort by the French in 1903, is best known...

Babylon restaurant, London

On a sunlit summer's evening in London, there are few more pleasant places to be than on the terrace at Babylon, The Roof Gardens' 7th floor restaurant. Sitting 30m (100ft) above the frantic shoppers of High Street Kensington, and boasting panoramic views over the capital, animated tables of stylish clientele and an equally manicured trio...

PortAventura Holidays, Spain

In association with Take a trip with PortAventura Holidays to the sunny Costa Daurada in Spain - the perfect place for a family holiday. Escape to PortAventura theme park with its five fascinating lands where you can brave the thrilling rides, take in stunning shows and enjoy relaxing dinners in delicious restaurants.Cool...

Geocaching in the Yorkshire Dales

"Vg fbhaqf nf vs guvf pnpur vf orarngu lbh!" the clue reads. But, while it may look like an attempt to represent the sound of a stifled sneeze in the written word, for geocachers - proponents of a new high-tech treasure hunt sport - it could mean the difference between discovering the prize or walking away empty-handed. ...

South Africa World Cup 2010

South Africa World Cup 2010 With anticipation mounting ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, and the first phase of ticket sales already gone, we bring you the low-down on match destinations, getting hold of those precious tickets and exploring the country's top sights to keep you ahead of the game. Host cities:...

You can avail elite rooms at affordable prices in Dublin

Dublin is well known for its Irish charm and century old tradition. A visit to this place will take you through landscaped parks, historical attractions, and museums amidst variety of cultural offerings. The general feel of the city can make touring a wonderful experience.Dublin is a great destination for food lovers. You can savour the delights...

Budapest Trip – Experience Heaven on Earth

One of the most wonderful European capitals, the city of Budapest is a visual treat to the tourists. Budapest is inexplicably beautiful. It has a kind of magnetic quality that attracts people from all over the world. A city that is bustling with life yet peaceful, treasures its past and embraces its future, where the hills harmonize with...

Trip to Dublin

The age old tradition of true hospitality and the general feel of the city makes Dublin one of the most sought after tourist destination of the world. The warm welcome you receive on your arrival will give you a glimpse of the great time ahead. Ireland is all about charm. Therefore a trip to Dublin will rejuvenate your tired soul. The unique...

How to Get the Best Travel Insurance Policy

Selecting the ideal travel insurance is quite easy when you know what you need exactly. There are plenty of options. Just check the options and determine which one meets your requirement. Here are a few ways to get the best deal.Before traveling check whether purchasing a single trip policy will serve your purpose or an annual travel insurance...

Things to Check before You Book Hotel Online

Most of the tourists or business travelers like to take a look at the hotel rooms and other facilities before booking it. With the advent of Internet you can actually do this. You can take a close look of the hotel, see the facilities and book the hotel online. This relieves you from the hassle of finding a proper accommodation after you...

Top places to go and things to do before...

Whether looking for romantic evenings, back-to-nature breaks, some vibrant and buzzing nightlife or family-friendly activities, it can be tricky deciding what, with so many sights to see and treks to tread, should be top of the list when planning a memorable trip.To help you decide what experiences to include in your trip, especially with...

Las Vegas Hotels

Las Vegas HotelsIf you're thinking of leaving the fun of an online casino behind and heading for the real thing in Sin City - make sure you hit the jackpot by selecting a Las Vegas Hotel that really means business.As the one and only Neon City - Las Vegas is predictably packed with mile upon mile of glorious hotels and not so stunning road side motels (you know the types that are used for seedy goings-on...

Travel insurance for Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics

The 2010 Winter Olympics will be taking place in Vancouver and Whistler, BC, Canada from March 12th to 28th, 2010. For those who live outside of Canada who intend on booking hotels, tickets and airline travel, it is vital that they think about obtaining trip insurance just in case they are not able to attend because of an injury or sickness. You can expect to pay top dollar for your travel to Whistler...

Review: The Anchor Inn

A mere jaunt out of London and you will discover the perfect place for a weekend break, complete with local fare, historic houses and country strolls. Anna Smith discovers the best Hampshire's Anchor Inn has to offer.An hour's train ride from London, The Anchor Inn is perfectly placed for a country weekend escape. Acquired by Miller's Collection...

Travel insurance varies widely from company to company

The U.S. Travel Insurance Association has recently reminded people that “travel coverage varies widely by company.” Beore assuming that a travel insurance policy will or will not cover a situation, the travel insurance organization is urging everyone to “check with their individual travel insurance company and carefully review their policy to see what is covered.”Mos travel insurance companies that...

Why Do I Need Travel Insurance?

Before you travel abroad on a holiday or trip of any nature it is vital to make sure that you have travel insurance. It doesn’t matter where you are going or for how long, adequate medical and personal liability insurance cover is a necessity, not a luxury.If you are unlucky enough to have an accident or fall ill whilst abroad it could cost...

Discover the UK's best beaches

Discover the UK's best beachesWith summer 2009 seeing a record number of Britons seeking their sun, sea and sandy pleasures a lot closer to home, we've picked out the UK's best beach spots to suit all seaside needs.The UK might be a teeny isle hovering on the outskirts of the European landmass, but a substantial plus point of small-island...

Review: Hotel Arnarhvoll, Iceland

Hotel Arnarhvoll, IcelandDramatic vistas, modern Scandinavian style and stunning harbour-side location make this new kid on the block a winning base for exploring the best of Reykjavik, discoversCharles Duncombe.Landing in Iceland feels like arriving on a different planet; on the drive from the airport all I could see was a vast expanse of...

Northern Ireland's Causeway Coast

Northern Ireland's Causeway CoastNorthern Ireland's coastal route offers dramatic scenery, vast eroded cliffs, intriguing architecture and a good smattering of mythical legends. We set out on a road trip across this fantasy land in search of giants, ghosts and geological formations.Northern Ireland's A2 often finds itself topping lists of...

BBC airs TV commercial to promote Vietnam tourism

BBC airs TV commercial to promote Vietnam tourism A snapshot of Prenn Waterfalls in the resort town of Da Lat, the central province of Lam Dong. A 30-second TV commercial to promote Vietnamese...

Media, airlines and tourism firms in new promotion tie up

Saigontourist Holding Corporation (Saigontourist), the Saigon Times Group, and four international airlines operating in Vietnam signed Wednesday a strategic agreement on a one-year tourism promotion campaign. Key activities of the program agreed upon include enhancing tourism and entertainment information supply in Vietnam and the Saigontourist network in particular through The Saigon Times...

Spectacular limestone caves rediscovered in Quang Binh

The entrance of Hung Ton Cave – one of the three caves rediscovered last Saturday in Quang Binh Province Dinh Hong Nham only remembers it was sometime in the eighties that he stumbled on a cave...