A Chile vacation is a good idea. The long, thin country stretches through an incredible range of variety from the bone-dry desert region of Atacama in the North to the blue-white glacial walls of Patagonia in the South. You'll be guaranteed a wonderful, memorable experience if you take a Chile tour, or travel independently. But just like anywhere in the world, Chile's got a couple of things that you should stay clear of. Here are some Chilean...more
There are innumerable travel experiences that one can have visiting Peru from the dry coastal regions to the towering Andes containing Machu Picchu, all offering a unique, unforgettable vacation. This article will describe four fantastic travel experiences that you can have in Peru.Exploring the legacy of the IncasYour first experience is a tour of the heart of Inca territory. It starts in the city of Cusco, which is considered an impressive city...more
According to our latest report "Malaysian Tourism Industry Forecast to 2012", Malaysia has emerged as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the ASEAN region because of its cultural diversity, tradition and history, and natural beauty. Despite global economic slowdown and rising concern of H1N1 flu, the country experienced increase in international tourist arrivals. Moreover, with rising government initiatives and increasing promotional activities the international tourist receipts in the country is expected to surge at a CAGR of around 8% during the forecast period (2011-2013).The Malaysian tourism industry is a key income generator for the country. It is the second highest national income generator after the manufacturing industry. In present scenario, tourist arrivals from different geographical destinations are increasingly getting attracted towards various Malaysian domestic tourism destinations, on the back of different factors discussed in the report. With rising government investments in infrastructural projects, attractive luxury destination, and stress on food sector, the tourist receipts is expected to grow further in coming years. Apart from this, the report...more
You're searching for a white-sand beach for your Costa Rica vacation where you are spoiled for choice with activities. A place where you can be surrounded by nature in all its forms, and fill your day doing things that justify putting your feet up and relaxing at the end of it. If this sounds like your idea of a good break, you will probably enjoy...more
Known as the 'Gateway to the Amazon', Banos in Ecuador is one of the most popular destinations in the country, and it's not hard to see why. Tourists, volcanologists, religious pilgrims and a whole host of other characters are drawn to Banos for a variety of reasons, probably one of the five listed below.1) They want to enjoy a spot of cultureBanos...more
Its time to go to the Galapagos Islands! Your tour operator has got your flights booked from Quito or Guayaquil and the yachts and cruise ships are waiting ready to take you between the Islands for the trip of a lifetime. You'll be seeing some of the most incredible flora and fauna in a setting that has been hidden beyond the knowledge of humanity for thousands of years.However, many understand that the Galapagos are under threat from the presence of humans in the last few hundred years. Despite best intentions, people sometimes don't respect the importance of conservation as much as they could and there are few places on Earth as important as the Galapagos Islands in this respect. The best conservation can come from the eyes and ears of visitors, so here are some useful things to watch out for as you travel around "Nature's Laboratory".1) Keep everything shipshapeYachts are the only way to travel between islands, and marine traffic can have a strong impact on the environment. Make sure that your boat has no gas or oil leakages and that no chemicals or bilge water is dumped into the sea. No garbage or refuse should be thrown overboard either. If you've got professional experience...more
Volunteering in Peru is a unique experience and an interchange between the volunteer and members of Peruvian society which is greatly advantagous to both. There are many direct and indirect advantages of volunteering in Peru, or anywhere else in...more
It is no great secret that globally, many internationally recognized tourist sites are being damaged by the increasing influx of tourists. The Mayan temples of Tulum in Mexico are steadily attracting hotel construction and amusement parks as the once...more
If you're not sure what to expect when planning a trip to Colombia, you've already got a wide selection of handy references in popular culture to give you an impression of the place before leaving. One place that pops up time after time is Cartegena,...more
I haven't been on holiday for a very long time. So when my husband suggested that we go away on holiday I was really excited and couldn't wait to get searching. I searched everywhere to find the perfect holiday at a reasonable cost, because...more
The obese, sour faced Mexican official sweating gently in the tiny booth doesn't like the look of my passport. Bulging from within his damp uniform, he tells me that there is an irregularity with my visa stamp. Co-incidentally, there's also a problem...more
Whenever you are planning a vacation, it would always be a dilemma whether you go alone or bring your family with you. But more often than not, we would always want our family to go on vacation because it is a good feeling to enjoy with them. This...more