Thursday, March 4, 2010
Tongpan Island is about six nautical miles from Makung, or 20 minutes by boat. It is named after its shape of a barrel. The pillar shaped basalt rock formations that create a unique attraction in the Yellow Stone National Park of U.S. are even more evident in Penghu. The entire island is surrounded by these basalt rock formations, making it the island with most basalt rock formations in all of Penghu. The cliffs of these rock formations make them even more magnificent. The waters around Tongpan are also rich in fish. Colorful tropical fish swim among the coral reefs, forming a charming picture under the sea and making it the paradise for divers. The Fuhei Temple is one of the most famous temples in Penghu, with intricate architecture with golden plated exterior. Though situated in a far away corner at sea, it has a unusually large number of worshipers. Labels: Beauty Tourism, Countries Tourism, World Holiday tour, World travel tourism, World Vacation
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Tokyo has newly been crowned the epicenter of superior dining, but many visitors to Japan watch the whole nation as a gastronome's paradise, writes Joanna Hall. Anybody who travels to Japan will rapidly be trained two things: food is a very serious business, and Japanese cuisine isn't all sushi and rice. Although it's a relatively small country, Japan is sacred with an extraordinarily rich variety of varied ingredients and cooking approach. However Japanese food also has a burly focus on cyclic ingredients, joined with an attractive attention to detail when it comes to management. Even a fast-food bento box, sold at a railway station to a starving executive on his way residence from the office, is approved with loving care and attention. Japanese food is definitely unique along with the great cuisines of the world, but it's only been in modern years that the country has come below the spotlight as a fine dining purpose. It all began in the stir of the new millennium, when numerous world class and celebrity chefs descend on the Japanese capital. In 2005, Gordon Ramsay of Hell's Kit-chen fame releases his first restaurant in Japan at the five-star Conrad Tokyo, and he was pursuing soon after by others counting the acclaimed Monegasque chef, Alain Ducasse. Then, three years ago the French bible of gastronomy, Michelin, available it’s first Japanese guide aspect Tokyo. It was the respected publishing house's first foray into a destination exterior of Europe and the United States, and it prizes an inspiring 191 stars to 150 restaurants. Labels: Countries Tourism, Japan Tourism, World Festival Tour, World Holiday tour, World Tourism
Monday, January 11, 2010
Monday, January 4, 2010
Mexico City expected 10.4 million tourists in 2009 and expects that build to boost to 14 million next year, helped by events such as free public presentation of World Cup games, according to city officials. City Tourism Minister Alejandro Rojas said that of the 10.4 million visitors to the funds who stayed in hotels, 2.4 million were foreign tourists and the rest from other divisions of Mexico, according to a administration release. Alejandro Rojas planned that the economic benefit to the funds from tourism this year was 43.5 billion pesos ($ 3.3 billion). Tourism was harmfully affected by the depression in Mexico and the US, and by the swine flu occurrence in April and May, when public Authorities shut down restaurant entertainment venues and controlled activity. Labels: Beauty Tourism, Countries Tourism, World Festival Tour, World Holiday tour, World Tourism, World Vacation
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
The U.S. Department of Commerce recently declared that worldwide visitors spent an expected $10.3 billion on travel to, and tourism-related behavior within, the US during the month of October-nearly $1.6 billion less (13 percent) than was spent in October 2008. Whole international visitor spending is down $18.6 billion (16 percent) year to date (January-October). Journey Receipts: Acquire of travel and tourism-related goods and services by international visitors wandering in the United States totaled $8.0 billion through October, a decline of more than 12 percent in judgment with last year. These goods and services take in food, lodging, recreation, gifts, entertainment, local transportation in the United States, and other items subsidiary to foreign travel. Labels: Countries Tourism, Tour news, Tourism and Travel, World Holiday tour, World Tourism, World travel guide
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Mabul Island is reputed to be one of the best places for underwater macro-photography in the world. Located in the clear waters of the Celebes Sea off the mainland of Sabah, it is surrounded by gentle sloping reefs two to 40m deep. Covering some 21 ha., it is considerably larger than the nearby Sipadan Island and is home to the Bajau Laut tribe, one of many ethnic groups in Sabah. Diving is the main activity on this island, and it can be done all year round. Marine life that can be seen here includes sea horses, exotic starfish, fire gobies, crocodile fish, pipefish and snake eels. There are over eight popular dive spots, each with its own speciality. Three resorts cater to scuba divers -- two are on the island itself while one is on a converted oil rig platform about 500m offshore. All of the resorts provide day trips for their guests to the nearby Sipadan and Kapalai Islands. Labels: Countries Tourism, Information tourism, Malaysia Tourism, World Holiday tour, World Tourism
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Ruifang Township is a renowned township of Taiwan’s northeast. It is known for its roots in the mining industry, which gradually evolved into other industries. Jiufeng, a part of Ruifang, was Taiwan’s gold mining center in the past. It is a small mountain village with ever changing scenery of both mountain and sea that still retains the simple lifestyle of the past. In 1893, gold dust was discovered in the surrounding area, drawing a river of gold seekers into Jiufeng and launching Taiwan’s own gold rush. By the end of the second world war, following Taiwan’s independence from Japan, the gold rush had diminished and the crowds began to scatter, finally coming to an end in 1971. Jiufeng has become a place where the busy urban dweller can finally find a place to relax his or her mind. Jiufeng is located on a hilly area that faces the ocean and is surrounded on three sides by mountains. It is a mountain colony stretching over high and low, with its people still maintaining their original simple lifestyle. Because the houses and buildings are built close together, residents interact frequently, lending this place a warm and rich human touch. With the changing of seasons, the scenery also varies greatly, presenting different aspects of Jiufeng. In the past, Jiufeng was the dreamland of gold diggers; as of now, it has become a sanctuary for many artists. Labels: Beauty Tourism, Countries Tourism, Taiwan Tourism, World Holiday tour, World Tourist Spots
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Scenic Bohol casts an enigmatic charm drawn from the many archaic mementos spread throughout the oval-shaped island - from unique rock formations to a 45-million-year-old mammal species, from massive stone watchtowers built by the Spaniards in the 18th century. Surrounding the mainland are 73 other smaller offshore islands and islets whose palm-fringed coastlines are rimmed by white sand and sheltering coves. Serpentine coastal highways wind along unsullied beaches and rustic rivers where the tourist can stop at any point and jump in for a dip.
Bohol is the perfect area for scuba diving, kayaking, trekking and cave exploration. For the less adventurous, it offers leisurely pursuits like cruising, swimming, snorkeling or, simply, collecting seashells by the seashore.
Town visits promise exciting cultural treats that include scheduled performances by the Teatro Bolanon, Dimiao Rondalla, Diwanag Dance Theater and the award-winning Loboc Children's Choir.
Bohol is an anchor tourist destination and one of the 7,000 times more islands that make up the Philippine archipelago.
Bohol is like a jade brooch set on a velvet-blue sea. Its fertile land has hills that roll gently around lush forests and grassy meadows. Marine life - from schools of tiny reef fish to bigger pods of dolphins and whales - teem in the surrounding waters.
Located east of Cebu and southwest of Leyte in the Philippines' Central Visayas region, Bohol is bounded on the north by the Camotes Sea, on the west by the Cebu Strait, and on the South by the Bohol Sea. Labels: Beauty Tourism, Countries Tourism, World Holiday tour, World Tourism, World travel guide
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Lankayan Island is a virtually uninhabited island located in the Sulu Sea. This tiny island is covered by thick tropical jungle that is surrounded by smooth, white sand - the perfect getaway. It has the only dive resort in Malaysia's Sulu Sea called the Lankayan Island Dive Resort and is one of the best spots for whale shark sightings. The location of the whale shark is usually indicated by flocks of seabirds screeching high above the placid surface. With luck, divers and snorkellers may get close to this gentle giant, although it won't stay close for long. During the day you can witness black-tip sharks swimming about by the beach. At night, hawksbill and green turtles may be spotted coming to shore. Large stretches of beautiful hard and soft corals belonging to numerous genera can also be found here, the perfect habitat for colourful friendly fishes. Among the 40 dive sites is Lankayan Wreck, where the remains of an ocean-going fishing boat can be explored. This wreck now hosts many different species of fish from small glassfish, harlequin ghost pipefish, painted frogfish to giant grouper and marbled stingrays. Despite the remoteness, the island has all the amenities of a tropical resort. Visitors can stay in wooden bungalows that blend into the natural surroundings. Indeed, Lankayan is not only for discerning divers but for anyone who appreciates the tranquility of a paradise island that offers beautiful sunrises, spectacular sunsets and magnificent seascapes. Labels: Countries Tourism, Tourist spots, World Holiday tour, World Tourism
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Xilai Ancient Town situated in the northern part of the county has a history more than 1700 years.it is 66 kilometers away from Chengdu and 13 kilometers from the county. There are typical residential housing in West Sichuan, thousand-years aged banyan, beautiful river corridor and fascinating rustic scenery. After recent years' construction, the ancient town has finished the sight-formation , culture excavation of the core area and outer-ring supplementary construction and has formed the cultural theme of "mountain and water coming from the west and ancient town represented by writing and painting".The town has also perfected the reception services and was opened up on New Year's day in 2007.The scenery has successfully set up the town as one of the " Top 10 Glamourous Town", " Historically and Culturally Renowned Town" and " National town with Beautiful environment". Labels: Beauty Tourism, Countries Tourism, Information tourism, World Holiday tour, World Tourist Spots
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
As soon as the train exits Caoling Tunnel, tourists will glimpse their first view of Turtle Island, floating upon the ocean surface. As the train tracks curve about, the view of Turtle Island will vary, so keep your eyes glued! Turtle Island, also known as Turtle Mountain Islet, is located 10 kilometers east of the Touchen Town coastline. It is a volcanic island located within the ocean, named for its similarity to a floating turtle. The island is 3.3 kilometers wide from east to west and 1.7 kilometers long, coming to a total area of 2.85 kilometers squared, with a total coastline of approximately 10 kilometers. However, even with its small size, there are steep cliffs, active hot springs, hills and peaks, erosion caves, lakes, cold springs, rare cliff vegetation and a rich ocean ecology. With the erosion of ocean water and the rise and fall of the tide, Turtle Island is indeed a beautiful gem in the ocean. Turtle Island is open to tourists beginning from the 1st of March to November the 30th, from 9AM~4PM. During June, July and August, the hours are extended from 9AM~5PM. Labels: Guishan Island, Tourist spots, World Holiday tour, World Tourism, World travel guide
|