Airline Travel Tips to Costa Rica

July 10, 2010  //  Posted by: Online Traveler  //  Category: Travel Destinations

Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. It is situated in Southern America. There are many ways getting to this nation through Airways. Their national airline is Grupo Taca. It is a consortium of five South American Central Airlines. Much other information can also be obtained from their official websites. The Visit Central America Pass which is available from Grupo Taca is a very economical way to travel to Costa Rica from the USA or from Costa Rica to other South American countries.

The main airports in this country are Juan Santamaria (SJO) and Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR). SJO is outside the district of Alajuela. Some hotels have shuttle services to this airport, 24 hours available and are free of charge. LIR is 8km west of Liberia. Rental cars are available to this Airport. Both these airports provide you ATM, banks, restaurants, etc. Costa Rica is beautiful and adventurous country and is worth a visit.

The city of London

July 07, 2010  //  Posted by: Online Traveler  //  Category: UK

London continues to be one of the most frequented tourist places in the world. The city has so much to offer to its patrons and visitors that it would difficult to sum up the experience at one go. From the trotter buds to the who’s who in the business world, the city remains etched in the memories of every individual. From super luxurious weekends to budget stays, from hotels to holidays, Hotels London is your guiding light in the city of London.

There are many great places to stay, dine and indulge that the list is endless. You can get 24 x 7 access to some of the best family restaurants, hotels, business lounges, kids entertainment zones, museums, libraries and tonnes of historical places. Let me list some of the major attractions of London -

  • The British Museum
  • The Westminister Abbey
  • Buckingham Palace
  • The Big Bang
  • The London Bridge
  • Madame Tussauds
  • Trafalgal Square
  • The UnderGround
  • The Tower of London

London would also be hosting the 2012 Summer Olympics. The world capital of culture, finance, fashion, culture, politics and power, London, continues to sit at the top of the order of  the tourist destinations

Vanishing Places of Interest

July 07, 2010  //  Posted by: Online Traveler  //  Category: Travel Destinations

There is a country named Tuvalu in the Polynesian islands. It is just 10 squares mile long and 4.5 meters above the sea level at its highest point. It is one of the most beautiful nations in the world and also one of them nations who are on the radar to get vanished. The 54km wide Columbian Glacier in Alaska’s Prince William Sound is one of the world’s most fast moving glaciers. It is fast getting transformed into a large fjord. This can take up to 50 years or perhaps even a decade.

The Indo-Pacific Coral Reef has the best coral diversity in the world. Almost 600 square miles of reef is disappearing every year since the late 1960 era. The Maldives Island is also on the hit list of getting vanished due to being the lowest country in the world averaging just above 1.5 meters above the sea level. You might want to travel the world and visit these places as they are not forever.

The Most Astonishing World Subways

July 05, 2010  //  Posted by: Online Traveler  //  Category: Tourist Highspots

Subways are an integral part in day to day transportation of passengers. There are many astonishing subways in the world. The Tokyo Subway transports 8 million people daily and is also the most loaded subway in the world. It is famous for its “Oshiya”. Oshiya in Japanese means “pushers”.These pushers push the passengers into already loaded carriages so that the doors of the trains can be closed.

The Moscow subway is very popular for its maintenance; it was built during the Stalin period and was re-built during the Elzin-Putin period. This subway is admired by many as the staff maintains to keep the marble surfaces of the subway clean though online buy the subway accommodates 7 million passengers daily. Hong-Kong Subway is the only one in the world which is not owned by the state but privately. These private owners try to earn income from everything. The fare cards which they sell in the train can be used for shopping, pay for goods, parking, etc.

The Most Unusual World Restaurants

July 05, 2010  //  Posted by: Online Traveler  //  Category: Tourist Highspots

If you think that the buffet system restaurant that you just visited was unusual as you can eat as much as you want and still pay the same amount of money, think again! There are many unusual restaurants available in this world. Just havea look at a restaurant named “Dwarves of the East”, the staff of this restaurant are all dwarfs. It is situated in Cairo, Egypt.

There is a restaurant named “O.NOIR” in Montreal, Canada. This is a very unusual restaurant as the customers are asked to dine in dark. That’s right no flash light, lighters, mobile, candles, etc available for the customers to see. After quite a while you get a better understanding about how it is to be blind just like the entire staff of O.NOIR, yes the entire staff of O.NOIR is blind.There is another restaurant in Lanzarote Island named El Diablo in Spain in which the meals are cooked using volcanic heat. Quite unusual isn’t it? If you think effects side the world thinks straight, you are obviously wrong.

The most sexy world beaches

July 05, 2010  //  Posted by: Online Traveler  //  Category: Beach Holidays, Travel Destinations

Sexy beaches refers to the most beautiful, clean and picturesque beaches in the world. There can be nothing more glamorous than lounging in the sun with the blue of the water and bright sun accentuating your natural beauty. The beach is the place where strangers can flirt and everyone looks and feels gorgeous in their attractive swimwear. It doesn’t take much to how to stand out but it helps to be sitting on one of the following sexy beaches. Capera Island of Sardinia at Italy is one of the sexiest beaches in the world. The sandy paradise of Playa de los Lances of Spain is another such place. The Cousin Island of Seychelles besides providing u a beautiful and clean beach gives you a nature reserve of conversation. The Salvador beach of Brazil is a mixture of African and Brazilian culture and food and is provides an excitement to the tourists.

The beaches of Bahamas are known to all, specially the Pink Sands Beach of Harbour Island where the beach is truly coral pink in colour. You can also go to Bali to the Kuta beach to get a taste of one of the sexiest beaches in the world. Among 365 beaches of Antigua the Pigeon Point Beach can be acclaimed as one of the sexiest beaches in the world. Last but not the least, the south Beach of Miami, Florida should be mentioned while talking about the most sexy world beaches.

Best world airports

July 05, 2010  //  Posted by: Online Traveler  //  Category: Uncategorized

All ideal facilities are not always available in many of the biggest airports but while one travels to Asia and Europe, one can experience the comfort and luxury in the airport. The Changi airport of Singapore is one such airport where not only the  basic facilities like charging of mobile phones or watching television is available but the transit passengers can also enjoy the local tour before taking off.The Amsterdam airport of Netherlands also provides spa and meditation rooms for the boarding passengers besides having other amenities.

The new airport at Athens of Greece is one of the best airports in the worlds with its modern access facility of internet. The Vancouver airport of Canada and the Hong Kong airport are also coming after the above mentioned airports to be the best airports in the world. The Frankfurt Main airport, the  Zurich  airport, the Dubai airport are few of these to follow the line.

Try Sikkim for a great holiday

July 05, 2010  //  Posted by: Online Traveler  //  Category: Tourist Highspots, Travel Destinations

Sikkim is a small state with a combination of tropical, temperate and alpine climatic conditions. The natural beauty makes it one of the nicest places for a vacation. It has all the gift of nature starting from mountains, valleys, lakes and deep forests. There is a steep rise in height at a short distance.

The Himalayan range extends to the mountain chains in Sikkim. The mountain ranges are around the passes like Nathu-la, Cho-la and Jelep-la which also formsa place of tourist attraction to the tourists. The view and pleasure of Mt. Kanchanjungha gives enough reason why everyone must try Sikkim for a great holiday. During visit to Sikkim one must see the Enchey, Pemayangtse and Rumtek monasteries.

Yumthang located at an elevation of 11800 ft. is a must for nature lovers for its flora and fauna. The hot spring of Tsa-Chu is said to have a healing effect. Pelling at West Sikkim also gives a good view of the mountain ranges.

Come Get Some Sri Lankan Culture

July 05, 2010  //  Posted by: Online Traveler  //  Category: Super Destinations, Travel Destinations, Vacations

The culture of Sri Lanka is most influenced by religion and Dutch, Portuguese and British inhabitants. The culture, art and architecture of Sri Lanka are predominantly Buddhist in nature. The customs and rituals are very much associated with the day to day activities of the Sri Lankan people. The art and literature of Sri Lanka also descends  from the Buddhist religion. Hindus and Christians are minorities. The Tamils belong to the former  group and Tamils and Sinhalese to the latter.

The language is also diversified in Sri Lanka. However, Tamil and Sinhala are spoken mostly. English also is an important language of communication in Sri Lanka. The art and craft of Sri Lanka shows distinct features of Buddhism. They are more notable from the cave and temple paintings and sculpture. Traditional wooden craft works and pottery made out of clay are the traits of the indigenous people while the lacework and Batik is inspired from the Portuguese and Indonesians respectively

What To Add To Your Rome Sightseeing Itinerary?

July 05, 2010  //  Posted by: Online Traveler  //  Category: Rome, Travel Destinations

When in Rome, you will certainly be spoilt for choices. There are so many things to do and so many places to visit that you will always run short of time. Your trip will become all the more worthwhile if you are and art lover.

When in Rome, you cannot miss the Vatican museums. These museums give  an insight into the history of Rome. St Peter’s Basilica is another must-visit place. The Sistine Chapel and the Raphael’s rooms are also delightful. A trip to Naples and Pompeii is something you cannot afford to miss. Then there are Amalfivillages to give you an experience of your lifetime.

The best way to explore Rome is by taking a double-decker bus. Explore the city at your own pace and have a 360 degree view of the city. A trip to Capri which is full of natures bounty should also be included in your itinerary.