Most of the tour groups will include these 3 places into the sightseeing itinerary – The Peak, Star Ferry and Temple Street Night Market.

Victoria’s Peak is one of the most famous tourism spots and as well as local’s favorite in Hong Kong. It is situated on the Hong Kong Island and it is also the highest spot on the island. Standing at the top of the Peak, you can embrace one of the best night views of Hong Kong and hence Hong Kong earned its fame and glory as the Pearl of the Orient.

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Posted on 17-08-2010
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Many people will likely ask where by Bhutan is. Bhutan is a small nation in South Asia bordered by India, Himalaya Mountains, China, Nepal, and Bangladesh. The state is also called because Territory of the Thunder Dragon by its citizens. What people don't know is the fact that Bhutan has lots of points to provide to the holidaymakers. The state may be smaller but the traveler points of interest are sufficient to generate the tourists really enjoy the region.

You will discover many things why men and women really should adore Bhutan. The nation ranked 13 in Happiness Index carried out by the New Economic sciences Foundation. Bhutan is unquestionably a satisfied state and the happiest region in South Asia. The nation has many monasteries where you can locate some inner peace and spiritual enlightenment.

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Posted on 10-12-2008
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Although the Mediterranean coast of France has been attracting tourists for centuries, many overlook the beauty of the equally spectacular west coast. We take a look at some of the highlights of France’s Atlantic coastline.

Four regions of France have Atlantic coastlines – Bretagne (Brittany), Pays De La Loire, Poitou-Charentes and Aquitaine.

Brittany is likely to be the best known for many British holiday-makers who have chosen to spend time on the west coast of France. Indeed, overseas visitors have been snapping up property here, meaning that some feel that the north-west coast has lost some of its “natural feel”, although there have been associated benefits.

If you are looking for accommodation in this part of France then you will undoubtedly find plenty of self-catering accommodation provided by English-speaking owners.

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Posted on 03-12-2008
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Flight prices are as low now as they have ever been, thanks in no small part to the rise of budget airlines. In the word’s of a former British Prime Minister, we’ve “never had it so good”.

We may think of budget airlines as being a new concept but they’ve actually been around for quite some time. Southwest Airlines offered a ticketless operation back in the early 1970s and that is an approach that will be familiar to millions of customers who have used the likes of Ryanair, Easyjet and Flybe in recent years.

The secret to success of the largest budget airlines has been their ability to cut costs and hence reduce prices for those of us who wish to travel.

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In the modern world there are few things governments protect more fiercely than the security of their borders. Australia is no different. As such, there seem to be a countless number of different visas, each appropriate to only a very specific set of reasons for visiting Australia. It is all too easy to become lost in the paperwork and jargon. This article aims to clear the metaphorical fog and explain exactly what visa you require for your particular trip to Australia.

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Posted on 08-11-2008
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There are many buildings and attractions in Spain that look as they did centuries ago, but there are few that still operate like they did in the generations that have past. The Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales is one such location. It is the monastery of the barefoot nun, and while that may sound like a funny name, it is a location of serious religion and serious art.

The convent was originally created in 1559 by Charles V’s daughter. She envisioned the location as a noblewoman’s retreat. At that time, it was a royal palace that allowed the noblewomen of Spain to retreat to silence. The next 200 years saw the location known as a completely practicing convent. Eventually outsiders were kept out, and the property became solely a convent.

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Posted on 08-11-2008
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Located on the North Island of New Zealand, Auckland is the largest city in the country. As of 2006, the census indicated the city had a population of 404,658. A large number of people also live in the metropolitan area surrounding Auckland, and as of 2007, the combined city/metropolitan population was estimated at 1,329,900, which is over a quarter of the New Zealand’s entire population.

The central area of Auckland occupies a narrow isthmus, less than 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) wide at its narrowest point, that lies betwen Manukau Harbour on the Tasman Sea, and Waitemata Harbour on the Pacific Ocean. Consequently, the city one of only a handful in the world to have harbors on two separate bodies of water. Both of these harbors are partially crossed by bridges – the most spectacular of these bridges is Auckland Harbour Bridge which crosses Waitemata Harbour, just to the West of the Auckland Central Business District.

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Posted on 30-10-2008
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A visit to Great Britain can make for the perfect holiday, although some feel that it also invariably leads to an expensive trip. It is possibly to lower the costs involved by looking out for cheap flight deals.

The rise of the so-called budget airlines means that air travel to and from the UK has never been cheaper. The likes of Easyjet and Ryanair have been pioneers in this area of aviation, reducing costs for travellers.

As a result of the success of the budget airlines, many traditional airlines have been forced to react and lower their own prices. This has been very good news for those looking to take a flight to the UK.

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Posted on 22-10-2008
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For a feel of royalty while traveling through Madrid, you need not go far, just to the Palacio Real, or the Royal Palace. An astounding building, it has nearly 3000 rooms, not to mention it’s 40 staircases, and 240 balconies. When it comes to the magnitude of the building, it only comes second to Versailles.

When adding the palace to your tourist destinations, you will be amazed at its magnitude. While less than 10 percent of the palace is open to the public, you will not even be able to see that portion of the structure in a single day. What you will see is astounding attention to detail in construction and decoration from the lush tapestries to the rococo decorations including porcelain and other precious treasures

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Posted on 20-10-2008
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For many visitors to Spain’s popular Costa Blanca coast, Alicante is the first location in Spain that they see. Those who take the time to investigate soon realise that there is more to Alicante than its airport.

Benidorm is the key attraction here for plenty of visitors, with its party atmosphere that has been attracting tourists for many years. Those who choose to stay in Alicante itself have plenty of things to do and see.

The city dates back to Roman times and still has remains from that era. There is also, of course, a much more modern side to the city. La Zona and El Barrio both offer exciting entertainment right into the evening, while the beaches are surrounded by bars, restaurants and more.

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