Indonesia is one of the world's top scuba diving destinations. This is because it has a huge percentage -- 20% -- of the world's coral reefs in its waters. It's simply is more beautiful under water world there than anywhere else! Indonesia is made up of more than 13,000 tropical islands (many of them deserted) and boasts of the longest coastline of any country anywhere in the world. Nestled between the Indian Ocean on the east and the Pacific Ocean on the west, Indonesia is an equatorial … [Read more...]
10 Things To Do & See In Australia
Australia is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. It features many kinds of beauty. Mostly, it's a land of natural wonders with spectacularly beautiful open space: its central desert with Aires Rock in its center, its extensive woodlands & grasslands, mountains, and breath-taking ocean coastlines and beaches. Australia is a very large country (as big as America) whose land comprises of the continental mainland, the large island of Tasmania plus other islands in the Indian and … [Read more...]
Travel Photography Scholarship: Get Paid to Travel
A National Geographic Assignment 'For Life' ~ 2008 Travel Photography Scholarship announced. Making a living out of travelling the world is something many 'world nomads' aspire to, and we're hoping to be able to help a few talented individuals make that their reality through our scholarship support, which sets them up with industry leaders as mentors and provides them true 'once in a lifetime' experiences. Travel Photography Scholarship National Geographic Channel and WorldNomads announced the … [Read more...]
Water Sports Holidays In Thailand
James Burrows You get treasures of ethnic, scenic, gastronomic, and oceanic pleasures in Siam. Thailand certainly is the fascinating and exotic land of lovely people known for their fantastic culture, cuisine, and overall lifestyle. The land, of course, is well known for its beautiful beaches and pelagic pleasures. It is a wonderful destination for water sports in Southeast Asia. Thailand definitely is the best pick, if you are looking to have fun & adventure packed water sports holidays. … [Read more...]
Thailand Travel Insurance
By T. Bull You've booked your flight, made reservations at the hotel, got someone to bring in the mail and watch the dogs, what about the travel insurance? I know what you're thinking, "I'm only going for two weeks", "I'll be fine I'm in great shape", "other people get sick on vacation, not me", but what if you're wrong? Thailand is known for being a bargain for westerners. Cheap clothes, food, hotels, entertainment, even the hospitals and clinics are cheap compared to the west and … [Read more...]
Thai Money And Taking Money To Thailand
By T. Bull The Baht is the currency in Thailand and is found in the following denominations: 20 Baht note-Green 50 Baht note-Blue 100 Baht note-Red 500 Baht note -Purple 1000 baht note- Brown 25 Satang coin -small brass coin 50 Satang coin- small brass coin 1 Baht coin -silver and slightly larger than a US cent 5 Baht coin- silver & slightly smaller than the 10 Baht coin 10 Baht coin- silver ring with a brass center There are also 1,5, and 10 Satang coins you will occasionally … [Read more...]
New Zealand’s North Island – A Unique Holiday Experience
By Marc Weiss Travelers to New Zealand’s North Island can expect unique scenery and adventures beckoning around every corner. The North and the South Island of New Zealand are very diverse regarding scenery and geographical makeup. The North Island is warm and with a scenery scope from sandy beaches, through rolling farmland to active volcanic peaks. It is home of about 73 percent of the nation's population and is maybe best recognized for the unique volcanic plateau at its centre. The … [Read more...]
Australia Adventure Vacations
By Kristy Annely Australia, being famed for its natural beauty attracts many adventurous people. Depending on the landscape different adventures are possible in different areas of the country. Organized tours are available based on the type of adventure. Airborne Adventures Ballooning, Paragliding and Skydiving are some of the airborne adventures in Australia. Persons 6 years and above can take a ride in a Hot Air balloon. This is available in most of the cities across the country. Some … [Read more...]
Great Barrier Reef Biological Life
By Richard Monk The Great Barrier Reef is a stunning natural sculpture. A key part of the beauty of the area is the Great Barrier Reef biological life. The Great Barrier Reef is a 1616 mile long coral reef situated off of the coast of Queensland in northern Australia. This humongous coral reef is the largest coral reef system in the world, with over 3000 individual coral reefs and 900 separate islands located within the Great Barrier Reef. People from all over the world come here to … [Read more...]
Australia – A Great Place for Adventure Filled Luxury Vacations
By Virginia Morgan Australia has become one of the most popular destinations in the last ten years. Before the early nineties, there were few people who had ever ventured to the land “down under.” Australia has become one of the hottest destinations for travelers interested in luxury vacations because of the interesting sights to behold. Australia calls to travelers interested in experiencing a vacation filled with wonder and excitement. Those looking for a vacation infused with … [Read more...]