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Best Methods for Finding Good Deals on Hotel Reservations

What is the best method for making hotel reservations? It used to be much simpler, when your only options were calling a hotel directly or contacting a travel agent.


Although it can get very confusing, there are plenty of different ways to make reservations. How do you know you are making the best reservations for your money? In this article, we are going to discuss a few dependable ways to make hotel reservations that will guarantee that you are getting your money's worth.


When it comes to making hotel reservations, the price you are going to pay and the availability of rooms will depend a great deal on when you are traveling. Traveling to popular destinations is easier if you book your room well in advance. When thinking about traveling to a particular spot you'll want to avoid any special event that might be happening when you want to travel. If you have time to plan you can save money by traveling during the less popular times. If you are always staying in hotels, you can keep a little money in your pocket by asking for a hotel issued credit card or start using the reward program from your present credit card. Just like you can collect miles that can be applied to airfare, you can use reward points that can be applied to hotel reservations. By doing this you will reduce your hotel bill each time that you use your credit card. If you collect enough points, you might be able to get a free hotel room once in a while. This is a way for people who travel a lot to not spend as much money.


It may also be a good thing to ask relatives, friends and others if they can recommend a good hotel in your area of interest. You probably won ever know if someone hated or really enjoyed themselves at a specific hotel. A great deal of the time, you can learn a lot of helpful info about a certain hotel chain even if this person vacationed in another city of that hotel's chain. The point is that the people you know can provide more factual information than the ads and promotions can give.


These days, there are a lot of ways to reserve a hotel room.


Wherever and whenever you plan to travel, you should do a little research and not book the first hotel or package you see advertised. Very often you can do quite a bit better by doing some comparison shopping. In addition, you must do things based upon the type of hotel you like and the amount of money you want to pay for it. Keep the above tips in mind when you make your hotel reservations, and don't be in too much of a hurry.
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Hotel In Vientiane

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Luxury Vientiane Hotels! help!?

plz advise luxurious hotels in vientiane.

Lao Plaza Hotel Laos, Novotel Hotel Vientiane Laos, Grand Luang Prabang Hotel. I suggest to stay in Novotel anyways. It's better than those two. Check at www.excelloz.com There are details and information.

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Vietnam Textile and Culinary Discovery Tour for Women's Day 8/3

On the occasion of Women's Day 8/3/2011, Vietnam Heritage Travel happily brings our friends a tour that will lead us into fascinating villages in northern, central and south Vietnam where we will have the opportunities to visit and study the cultural and textile traditions of several minority groups and how to cook in Vietnamese cuisine. Meet the locals when you visit villages and markets including Red Dao, Flower and Black Hmong, Lu, Nung and Giay communities. Discover the diversity of their colorful costumes and dress.  Learn how the Red Dao creates their unique embroidery pieces when you take a lesson from the ladies of the village. You will also enjoy a visit to the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.

Tour Code: VTCD

Duration: 9 days/ 8 nights

Destination: Hanoi – Sapa –Bac Ha - Hoian - Hochiminh City

Accommodation: Hotels         , Trains

Transportation:  Car, Airplane

Start: Hanoi

Finish: Hochiminh City

Price: from 799 USD/ pax only

Valid from 1/3 – 31/3/ 2011

Note: 10% off for Women.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival (D)

Welcome to Vietnam, on arrival at Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport, our tour guide will greet and transfer you by private car through the city to your hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a visit to the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology. In the evening, you will enjoy welcomed dinner at local restaurant with authentic Vietnamese cuisines. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi – Mai Chau ( Hoa Binh)( B, L, D)

We leave Hanoi for Mai Chau (Hoa Binh Province) for 3 hours. This lush area is inhabited by several ethnic minorities, including H'mong and Thai peoples. From the top of Cun Mountain, one can view this lush green valley dotted with wood stilt houses below. After a tasty Vietnamese lunch, we will go toward the village Ban Lac. Along the way, we could see children running about, men immersed in building or repairs, and the women sitting by their handmade textiles, gently enticing us to buy a lovely scarf, bedspread or trinket. In the evening, we enjoy a musical presentation by local dancers and singers. At the end, we sip traditional Ruou Can" (rice whiskey) from a long-curved reed. Overnight in Mai Chau.

Day 3: Mai Chau – Hanoi – Sapa ( Lao Cai Province) (B, D)

In the morning, you can walk to the local market. Here we see all kinds of food and clothing for sale. In the afternoon, we leave Mai Chau for Hanoi and then have dinner in Hanoi. Wait for the train to Sapa at night. Overnight in train.

Day 4. Sapa day tour (B)

Today, we are able to see the three main ethnic minorities that live in this area: black H'mong, Red Dao and Flower H'mong. In the afternoon, we can view most intriguing work & collection of ancient designs of local weaver, enjoy bast fiber (smashing, bleaching...), visit indigo or hemp farms and study batik & tritik technique and H'mong and Dzao textiles. In the evening, enjoy the traditional musical performance of H'mong people. Overnight in Sapa.

Day 5: Sapa – Bac Ha – Hanoi ( Lao Cai Province) (B)

Today, we drive from Sapa to Bac Ha. Bac Ha is a small town famous for its colorful Sunday market. The Flower H'mong women wear checkered head scarves and brightly colored tops and skirts decorated with elaborate embroidery. The main goods on sale here are livestock such as buffalos, pigs, chickens, and horses, local products like rice wine, household items, brightly dyed wool, hill tribe garments, and ethnic handicrafts such as jewelry, baskets, and textiles. In the evening, take the train back to Hanoi. Overnight on train.

Day 6: Hanoi – Danang – Hoian (B)

Enjoy free time in the morning until we transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for a flight to Danang, and then continue to Hoian. Hoian is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, mainly because of its Chinese, Japanese and European influenced architecture. In the afternoon, spend time to visit silk and handicraft villages along the Thu Bon River. The evening is on your own schedules. Overnight in Hoian.

Day 7: Hoi an (B, D)

This morning, the market tour will give you an insight not just into the scents and flavor of Vietnamese herbs and spices but also market culture - how to bargain and where to buy your goods. Our chef will talk you through today's dishes then leading you through each dish, giving you plenty of opportunity to get involved and try your hand at reproducing the flavors for dinner. Dine on the dishes you have just prepared. We will also supply you with a recipe containing all the information you need to reproduce an authentic taste back home. Your evening is at leisure. Overnight in Hoian.

Day 8: Hoian – Danang - Ho Chi Minh (B, D)

At leisure after breakfast at hotel, we transfer to the Danang International airport for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh. This afternoon will be your first exploration of the Ben Thanh Markets. Half of this huge city market is filled with traditional food vendors and the other half with shoes, bags, embroideries, cosmetics, lacquer ware and textiles … lots of beautiful fabrics – shop till you drop! Enjoy warm dinner at the restaurant and then free evening for your own Hochiminh discovery. Overnight in Hochiminh.

Day 9: Ho Chi Minh Departure (B)
Leisure to enjoy Ho Chi Minh until the departure transfer to airport for your departure flight. End of the tour.

The Price Includes

* 02 Domestic air tickets (Hanoi –Danang, Danang- Hochiminh city)

* 02 domestic trains ( Hanoi – Lao Cai, Lao Cai – Hanoi)

* 8 nights in 3 star, 4 star or 5 star hotels with twin or double rooms and daily breakfast.

* Private boat trip in Hoian.

* Lunch or dinner if mentioned in itinerary with (L, D)

* Private A/C transportation and sightseeing tickets as indicated in the itinerary

* Professional English speaking tour guides.

 

The price excludes

* International Air-Ticket

* Visa fee

* International Departure Tax

* Personal Travel insurance

* Personal expenses

* Tip and gratuities

 Provided by Vietnam Heritage Travel

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Indochina Tours

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Hot Promotion in Halong Bay: Summer Saver Sensation with Indochina Sails

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The boarding time is 11.30 am. Passengers are welcomed with smiles and the sound of drums. The friendly staffs provide each with a fresh cool tower and a welcome drink to refresh after a long traveling distance. One hour to take a short rest before lunch at magnificent seascape.

Backed by over ten years experience hosting international guests on the tranquil waters of Halong Bay, Indochina Sails has set a new standard for luxury cruising. The first company to offer overnight cruises on the bay, we are now widely known as the number one choice for discerning travellers. Our fleet of six newly built wooden junks are designed in time-honoured traditional style, with contemporary and luxurious cabins and facilities. What better way to experience the natural beauty and spectacular seascape of this UNESCO World Heritage site than on board an Indochina Sails junk!

This traditional junk is special from its materials to decoration. It is made by Aroma woods, a relaxing perfume living in every corner of the ship. With air-conditioned rooms of twin, double and single, each room is luxuriously and neatly decorated in 5 star styles. It is a truly perfect paradise for those who travel in couple, with friends or alone.

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Luxury Travel In Asia

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Luxury Travel Vietnam Ltd To Unveil A New Luxe Tour Package in South Indochina

"We have received an increased demand from luxury travelers looking to explore more than one country on a single journey and our "multi-country tours" section caters to this perfectly. Offering a multitude of choice and value for money, our cross-border journeys ensure you experience the highlights of more than one country on what may be your only visit part of the world. It's important to us that you return home having met the locals, experienced the culture and savored the cuisine". Said Pham Ha, Founder and CEO of Luxury Travel Group Ltd.

Landing in Saigon, Vietnam's dynamic commercial center, explore colorful produce markets, or perhaps stop in a designer shop to order a haute couture ao dai. Dine in the finest restaurant in town.

Take a day trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels and watch an unusual, eclectic religious ceremony at the main temple of Cao Daism, a unique fusion of world religions. On another trip, tour the narrow canals of the Mekong Delta to see a traditional side of Vietnamese life.

Fly to Seam Reap, Cambodia. Teeming with history, marvelous architecture and natural beauty, Cambodia is fast becoming an emerging luxury destination in South East Asia. The largest religious monument ever built, Angkor Wat ranks at the top of globetrotting VIP – a must see list of wonders in the word.

This 10-day tour departs on a daily basis and can be tailor made to fit your time constraints or special needs. The per-person double rate is from $1984 for land costs that include accommodation, nearly all meals, regional flights, transfers, visa fees, tips, entrance fees, medical and emergency insurance and a comprehensive pre-departure packet. The tour prices expires on 31 September 2011.

"This special package offers local charm and luxury combined with exciting activities for guests. It includes accommodations in a state room with daily breakfast and tea break, a candlelit dinner with a bottle of wine, a spa package and diverse excursions and activities such as Apsara dance class, full-day shopping and museum guided visit, a private chartered boat cruise on Tonle Sap Lake" said David Nguyen, sales and marketing manager of Luxury Travel Ltd.

For tour information and booking, visit: http://www.luxurytravelvietnam.com/index.htm

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We offer luxury travel exclusively to Southeast Asia, the World's most diverse and compelling continent and we specialize in Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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Special Rates Hotels

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Military Rates Hotels – A Military Privilege for a Great Vacation

Are you in any way related to the military? Or maybe you yourself is part or was part of the military? Being part of the military is already an accomplishment. Not everyone is given the chance to serve the country the way as you do. You are risking your life just to the entire country, to people you don't even know. What matters to you is to give glory and honor to your beloved country. The heart of a military man should be rewarded. Even at this simplest way, like giving discount rates when you decide to go on a vacation.

Military rates hotels is one way of giving recognition to military men. This serves as a way to show gratitude to the years of hard work you've done. Even though you are retired, just a military associate or a dependent of any military man, you can make use of this privilege to get cheap rates in hotels. Booking in hotels can be really expensive. You spend hundreds of dollars per night in order to get a high class hotel. But if you get military rates, you'll be surprised that your total bill is equivalent to less than you expected. Definitely what you deserve for serving the country and your fellow countrymen.

For you to find out more about military rates hotels, the best way is to research through the internet. You don't need an hour for this, just a number of minutes and you can learn which hotels give military rates. If you already have a hotel in mind, get the contact information in the internet. You can inquire through phone or check their website the special discount rates they give.

Don't miss out this chance to get a great vacation. You deserve to make use of military rates hotels after all.

For more information about military discount hotels, check out this page to learn more details.

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Hotel Vang Vieng

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Hotel Elephant Crossing Hotel, Vang Vieng, Laos, Laos


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Vietnam's capital, Hanoi will be 1000 year on 10th October 2010

Non Fiction

Weird and WOW – HANOI

By Christina Minamizawa

Published on Lulu.com http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/Minamizawa

Weird and WOW – Hanoi celebrates the 1000 year epic journey of Hanoi, Vietnam. Within the 360 page full color book reveals the true cultural heritage and essence of the Vietnamese people like you have never seen in publications before.

Writer and photographer, Christina Minamizawa is a well travelled Kiwi Gal, hailing from small towns in the South Island of New Zealand.  From her remote beginning this long term traveler grew her wings early on, travelling to 25 countries, and living in 5.

Married to an Asian, she loves Asia and has called it her home for 13 years; she loves the diversity and similarities that other cultures offer.

Always interested in what's happening in the back streets of every destination; seeing how people live has always been No.1 on her itinerary.  Everywhere she goes she finds weird stuff, but knows if we can get over that there is a huge WOW waiting for us.

Her original concept was 1000 years - 1000 photos, but once she started, it was hard to stop.  Believe it or not, 1,700 photos are in this book; her works makes cultural diversity seem like we are all the same-same-but-different.  Much is revealed, wrapped with humor, facts and figures you will leave with a deep understanding for this ancient culture.

While Christina lived in Hanoi for 3 years, many of these photos were taken off her motorbike, one of 3 bikes she has ridden on, in her 10 years in Hanoi and Bangkok.  Some people think the traffic is crazy there, and she must be crazy to ride in it; but it suits her personality well.

This book celebrates this auspicious occasion with the world as her book is released on the 10th of the 10th month (October) in 2010 while Hanoi celebrates its 1000 year anniversary.

Aimed at revealing culture to the reader, this is a visual feast for everyone.

This is the beginning of a Capital City Series, so watch this space as you are in for a treat!

About the Author

Writer and photographer, Christina Minamizawa is a well travelled Kiwi Gal, hailing from small towns in the South Island of New Zealand.  From her remote beginning this long term traveler grew her wings early on, travelling to 25 countries, and living in 5.

Married to an Asian, she loves Asia and has called it her home for 13 years; she loves the diversity and similarities that other cultures offer.

Always interested in what's happening in the back streets of every destination; seeing how people live has always been No.1 on her itinerary.  Everywhere she goes she finds weird stuff, but knows if we can get over that there is a huge WOW waiting for us.

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Laos Honeymoon

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Vietnam Tours Vietnam Travel 2011

All of us have studied about Vietnam during our school days. This country situated snugly in the South East Asia is known for its cold war. But, why to remember this ugly fact when there is something beautiful to enjoy. The nation has successfully preserved its cultural ambience even after the war. So, if you wish to experience paradise of earth but have a fear of unexpected, then it is advisable to drop all the worries and opt for Vietnam tour that act as a pleasant surprise for all the globetrotters. You will fall in love with the magnificent hills, beautifully floating white clouds, pleasant-looking chirping birds, clear blue sea with water dashing off the coast, the fresh breeze blowing past the swinging trees and majestic heritage. Whether it is a honeymoon trip or just a weekend break or family holiday, this is the best destination for your vacation. Look upon to Vietnam tours decisively.

If you are an adventurous person, then planning your adventure Vietnam travel will prove to be an ideal option as you will get to play with the stunning mountains, enchanting rivers and lakes that would make you feel as if they are singing in chorus. That's not it; the place is also a house to lush green forests, sunning islands and beaches that you will never get to see in any other part of the world. Besides, there are many other adventurous activities offered by the Vietnam tour operator to make your holiday the most pleasurable.

So, if you have finally decided to visit this stunning place, you should explore different Vietnam tour packages so that you not only enjoy your adventure travel but also find the best accommodation for your relaxation. The travel guides will make sure that your trip is completely thrilling and exciting. In case you need a private travel, the tour operator will make it happen. For this, you need to get in touch with the service provider and find out a host of tour packages that are basically tailor-made according to the clients' choices. You will find tour packages exclusively for beaches, heritage exploration, nature discovery, trekking and even romance. The other benefit is to get pocket-friendly prices for Vietnam private travel.

If you wish to acquire mesmerizing experience of halong bay cruise, then the service provider will grant your wish. You can relax near the beach as well. Additionally, if you are keen on learning about Vietnam history and culture, then the tour packages will take you through the unforgettable and long cherished memories of various historical sites.

When you want to explore the other hot-spots of the country, then you can visit Laos Cambodia, Thuy Tu Temple, Fairies Stream, Red Hill, Ho Chi Minh City, as well as Nha Trang, White Lake, and Hoi An Town.

In order to find travel package for Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia in one stop, then you should avail of the proficient online services of travel agents.

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Best Hotel Room Rates

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Book Best Hotel Room Deals In Trier

Trier is considered to be the oldest city of Germany, and it is well-liked among tourists for ancient Roman architecture. Trier is a highly glorious town and has a pedestrian zed gathering place, near West Germany. The place is also known for its river expeditions, all along the river Moselle. Tourists also enjoy cycling, by the side of the Saar and Moselle rivers. Even though Trier is a small town, but extremely admired among tourists. Every year hundreds and thousands of tourists come to visit Trier.


The town of Trier is well linked by roads, railways and airports. There are many resorts available in Trier. Travelers have a wide range of accommodation choices to choose from. The town not only offers star hotels for rich, affluent travelers, for whom luxury is the ultimate thing in life, but additionally includes budget hotels, where average income people. You will also find discount hotels, which provide great deals, at special time of the year. These hotels will permit you to utilize the luxuries of the star hotel at highly affordable rates.


There are more than fifty hotels in Trier, which belongs to various different categories. If you're hunting for limitless comfort and luxury, then the start hotels are the best option for you. They will provide you with all modern facilities, in the midst of beautiful, relaxing ambience. Some of the facilities offered by star hotels are free 24 hours hi-speed internet, spa, fitness center, presence of business center, different types of restaurant, free car parking, butler service, beauty services, swimming pool, room service, air-conditioned rooms and a range of other attractive in-room facilities. These hotels are designed artistically and offer a plush ambience to all their guests.


If you're considering travelling with your beloved pets, then there is certainly good news for you. Trier offers wide sorts of lodging options, where you're permitted to stay with your pets. These hotels take special care of your pets, while you can enjoy messages and avail their spa services. The hotels also have round the clock doctor facilities. So, if your pet falls sick, then you can always get in touch with a vet for assistance. They also have special menus, designed to please your pets' appetite.


Additionally , there are wide ranges of budget hotels, where you'll be offered with the fundamental facilities. Although the rates of these hotels are quite reasonable, the settings of their rooms are pretty impressive.


However, it is always advisable for you to book your accommodation, in advance. This will allow you to get good reduced room rates with other attractive facilities. Moreover, since Trier is a popular tourist spot, rooms are not available at all times. Hence, it is always better to book your hotel much early, in order to avoid rush.
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Map Of Vang Vieng

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Laos Tourist

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Do Thai like foreign tourists or do they despise them?

I understand from a few travellers, farang married to Thais and also from my own experiences that Thai only tolerate foreigners because of the tourist dollar they bring.

The Thais have a number of nasty phrases in their own language about foreigners.

When I am in Thailand I really dont feel welcome as I do in China, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia

In my experience it is a lot more difficult to get along with other nationalities. Thai people will leave you be and are very tolerant.

I am sure there is a bad apple in every basket.

You will always be a farang -foreigner- in Thailand. You always will be called farang where ever you go and if this bothers you, Thailand may not be such a Paradise for you. It is not meant to insult you but it's deeply engrained in the way Thai people refer to white people.

Thai people must be the most sociable nation on the planet. They are extremely friendly in particular in areas with few tourists. A smile from another person is always replied to with a smile. If they seem unsure about you it is probably because they are shy....a smile usually takes care of it and will be replied with a smile.

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Paradise Found in Vietnam

 

The Mekong Delta

A new experience this year is taking a river barge cruise on Song Xanh and discovering floating market, enjoying exotic food and meeting friendly people. Tourists can travel upstream to Mekong River, cruise on a "rustic sampan" (a customised, luxury version) on the mighty Mekong River. It's a great escape from Saigon.

You can choose from one, two or three night packages for $265 to $427 per person. Experience an exclusive trip on the Mekong Delta with an unforgettable candlelight dinner and overnight stay on boat. The tour departs Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be floating market, Vinh Long and Sa Dec, down beautiful canals through water jacinth plantations and past French style villas and Chinese temples.

During the cruise, fresh cotton towels, exotic seasonal fruits, hot green tea and two bottles of mineral water will be served daily free of charge. Tour prices include all private transportation and transfers, on-board English or French speaking guides, daily breakfast, full board meals as indicated in the itinerary, bicycle rental and rowing, admission fees and permits where applicable.

Sapa and Bac Ha Market.

Now tourists can book a helicopter tour from Hanoi to Bac Ha just to see the weekend market! If you have more time, you can take the overnight train to Lao Cai then travel onto Bac Ha and visit Can Cau market on Saturday then Bac Ha Market on Sunday.

Sapa is a must-see destination to bring home unique handicrafts, post card pictures and experiences and memories of a lifetime. It takes at least five days to make a perfect tour to the northern hill tribes and markets. In Vietnamese culture, the market place is an important meeting gathering point, not simply as a place for trading. This concept has always remained with Vietnamese culture. There is not one child who does not want his or her mother to take him or her to the market.

Why? Because many people live in remote areas and work hard in the fields or elsewhere to make a living. People have few opportunities to meet friends, relatives or neighbours. So a market is a great place to fulfil those needs. There is always a lot of excitement and joy associated with the market place environment. The trips will introduce the most colourful markets of hill tribes living in North Vietnam.

You will encounter many interesting people, and visit their villages that are located at the foot of Vietnam's highest mountain, Mount Fansipan. Tour costs from $70 to $938 per person, including all transportation and transfers, English or French speaking guide, accommodation shared in twin/double room with daily breakfast, all entrance fees, meals as stated in the tour programme, taxes and service charges.

Con Dao Island

As a former prison island, Con Dao was hell in the past, but now it's paradise for travellers.

The Six Senses Con Dao has just opened its doors for luxury travellers. Sun, sand, sea, sounds, seafood and sightseeing… all you need for a dream vacation you can find here.

Resting in the quiet waters of the Eastern Sea, the Con Dao archipelago remains a little-known gem, 180km off the coast of Southeast Vietnam.

Swathes of white sand form breeding grounds for turtles and visiting dugong herds, while the inland teems with bird life and the chatter of monkeys and squirrels.

Six Senses has chosen Con Son Island as the location of its next Hideaway resort for this unspoilt beauty and ecological opportunities. The island covers an area of 70sqkm with 5,000 inhabitants. The pristine Dat Doc beach lies 8km from Con Son Airport, in a national park encompassing both marine and terrestrial resources.

The caress of a warm sea breeze, an exotic fruit cocktail by your side and the lulling sound of waves on the shoreline: barefoot tourism has brought new demands for impeccable standards in exotic, far flung destinations, standards that Evason Hideaway resorts can deliver.

Con Dao will be the sixth Evason Hideaway resort, the boutique category of the luxury Evason brand. Each Hideaway combines the intrinsic values of the destination with the height of luxurious, contemporary lifestyle.

Con Dao will take the usual Evason eco-friendly philosophy a few footsteps further, and lead a new style of environmentally sustainable resort, from construction materials to energy-saving wizardry.

Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park

If you'd like to discover caves, a beautiful national park, and stay on the beach, you can take a tour to Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park and stay at the stunning Sun Spa Resort in Quang Binh province.

Vietnam Airlines offers flights from Hanoi and Saigon. This destination is easily accessed from Hue, Danang or even Hanoi by car. The best time to come is in the summer time but book in advance as that is also peak season for Vietnamese holiday makers.

Phu Yen

Vietnam Airlines offers daily flights from Saigon and Hanoi to Phu Yen, making this beach destination much more accessible. Hideaway Bai Tram is the perfect resort for relaxing and unwinding with seven unique private pool villas, nestled on a 90 hectare plot in an isolated and secluded bay with a 900m-long private white sand beach.

Located on the coast just south of Qui Nhon by a 45 minutes drive from Qui Nhon airport and is reached by a scenic drive from Nha Trang, Phu Yen is highlighted with almost-untouched natural beauties and attractions. Especially, Phu Yen is celebrating the National Tourism Year 2011 so there are many activities. Come and experience for yourself!

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Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel Laos

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Hotel Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel, Luang Prabang, Laos, Laos


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Restaurant In Laos

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Please read this Isaan/Laos sign for me!! (in Thailand)?

I have a photo of a restaurant that I went to in Thailand. I want to label it correctly, but the sign is only written in Isaan/Laos script. Would someone who can read please tell me the romanized version of the name?
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Patakarn Tahnam Guesthouse
Patakarn = restaurant ; Tahnam = Pier

Lao You Ju Restaurant & Lounge on ABC-7


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restaurant in laos

Settha Palace Hotel

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Settha Palace Hotel Pool November 2010


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settha palace hotel

Hotels Online Booking

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Online Booking Hotels Is A Must For Your London Trip

Are you fond of travelling? Have you ever been to London? London is one of the most beautiful and expensive city in the world. People consider this place to be their dream land. The scenic beauties and historical places make the land the most popular among tourists. Tourists from all over the world simply fantasize about visiting London. Now, if you are planning for a vacation with your family or friends to London this year, definitely make a move. However, always remember one thing while planning for your visit—online booking hotels in advance is simply a must when planning to visit London.

London is a crowded city and it remains crowded with tourists throughout the year. If you have been to London during the peak season i.e between July to August, you will know about the crowd. However, during the off-season or during the winters, London doesn't remains so crowded. During the peak season, never expect any discounts from the hotels in London. The thing that you can expect from the hotels near London is their offer to special packages for their tourists. The hotels provide interesting and special packages to their tourists to make their stay more comfortable and exciting. So, if you have plans of visiting London during the peak season, online booking hotels for you is a must. Never dare to take the risk of visiting London and then arranging the hotel during this time.

There are many people who visit London during off season. These people can even get the facility of London hotel discounts during this time. The hotels generally cheap accommodation rates. Not only do the budget hotels and cheap hotels offer reasonable rates star category hotels or luxury hotels also offer London hotel discounts to their guests in this vibrant city. So, if you have a tight budget or do not have a mentality to spend so much in accommodation when visiting London, these discount hotels would be the best option for you.

When planning to visit London during the off-season, you can also book hotels online. Booking hotels online is the best thing that you can do. By doing this, not only would you be tension free of being able to get the right kind of accommodation of your choice, you would also save much of your money. You could have also booked the hotel room by just a dial but that would have costed you much. Doing the booking online save much of your money.

So, don't you think the option of booking hotels online to be a great one! With just a click of a mouse you can book the room online. There are in fact several hotel sites where you can log in and book the room. The sites also provide the tariffs and special packages on their websites along with the pictures of their hotels.

 

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To get London hotel discounts, log on to www.theshaftesbury.co.uk. Online booking hotels is possible by logging on to this site. You can get some of the best deals by booking a room in this hotel.

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Find Great Hotel Rates

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How to Get Ultra Low Chicago Hotel Rates

Are you struggling when trying to find low Chicago hotel rates? Uncovering fantastic Chicago hotel rates does not have to be a struggle at all. It is possible to find discounted Chicago hotel rates without compromising the quality of the type of hotel that you stay in when visiting the Chicago area. It does not matter if you are heading to Chicago for a visit, for a short vacation, or for a business venture, you can get accommodations at five star hotels that offer outstanding service to their guests. Use some of the following tips to make the act of getting low hotel rates a lot easier.

Some travelers seeking low Chicago hotel rates attempt to work with a travel agent and think that doing so will help them find the best deals on offer. In truth, when working with a travel agent to get great Chicago hotel rates, the traveler usually ends up paying way more than he or she needs to for their stay in Chicago. Even if the travel agent finds a great deal on Chicago hotel rates and the package seems affordable to the traveler, what the traveler would potentially save on a package associated with low Chicago hotel rates is lost when fees for the travel agent booking the service and transaction fees are tacked onto the price the traveler has to pay.

Travelers have better alternatives when it comes time to prepare for a trip to Chicago. Using the Internet to compare Chicago Hotel Rates is one of the best measures you can take to ensure you are getting quality pricing on Chicago hotels. You can utilize Internet to do your homework before you travel and find offers that fit your budget. An online hotel reservation site takes a lot of work out of your hotel search since all of the great hotels in Chicago with low prices are on one site. Read about the hotels that interest you, make a short list of the hotels that you can afford and that appeal to you, then compare each offer to make your selection.

Essentially, you are your best advocate when it comes to hunting for cheap Chicago hotel rates and there are great tools on the Net that you can use so that you can act as your own travel agent and you can book hotels with incredible ease. All you need to do is to compare prices and book the hotel, and doing it yourself saves you a lot of money that you do not have to spend on a travel agent or travel agency services.

Use HotelLowRates.com to make Chicago Hotel Rates at low rates. You can use the site to view hotel photographs, read about hotel location, and you can even book the hotel in seconds right on HotelLowRates.com. Visit this website to book an inexpensive, high quality hotel room today!

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Wilson Snyder is a freelance writer. To learn more about Chicago Hotel Rates, check out Hotel Low Rates .

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Laos Car Hire

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Places To Visit With Car Hire In China

Driving car rental China can be tricky. While there is a road network the quality is very variable and due to the number of people in China traffic can be perceived as very chaotic. Car rental in China is the perfect way to discover this huge country. Here are some facts you might find useful:

*Maximum speed limit on a highway is 120km/h on an open road – 80km/h

*You need a Chinese driving license; International Driver's Permit is not accepted.

*Your existing license can be converted to a Chinese driving license for a fee.

*Driving is done on the right side of the road

*Be on the safe side and always wear a seat belt

*Blood alcohol limit is 0.5 milligrams of alcohol per milliliter. Driving while under

influence is severely punished

 

Hire a car in China and discover this mystical and beautiful land, Do not let your preconceptions fool you. China has the fastest growing economy in the world. Visit this mysterious country and learn more about the glorious history and Chinese traditions. Explore the large cities to experience the life of modern China or visit the rural areas and see what the life of a Chinese farmer is. The country is so huge that the possibilities are countless you just have to be adventurous enough to be willing to try some of them

China is the biggest country in Asia and has the largest population in the world with more than 1.3 billion inhabitants. China has a long and glorious history as the Chinese culture was very developed for its time. Many of popular now day items were invented in China, for example, pasta. Due to its sheer size China's landscape is very variable. There are forests, steppes, deserts and even rainforests near the border of Vietnam and Laos. For a long time China was closed to foreign tourists due to the political differences.

Today, albeit still a communist country, China has opened its doors to foreigners and foreign investment and is quickly capitalizing on this. China is as ancient as it is mysterious and there is something alluring about it. rent a car in China and find out what it really is.

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For more information about a car rental China please visit nanocarrentals.com website!

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Le Laos

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Chinese For Beginner

 

-You need to find a motive why you want to learn Chinese, and how long, how often you speak Chinese? E.g. : My colleague wanted to be a part time translator so he signed up for a Chinese course. My student had a Chinese girl friend and wanted to communicate with her and her parent in Asia. It all depends what motivates you to learn Chinese and always remember your motive.

- Use 20 minutes a day, to learn new words and practice the previous chapter, pronounce it out loud so you'll remember them.

- Find a local group, or friends who are able to speak Chinese, go out with them more often and learn from them. You need a partner so you can improve your oral skills.

- Learn to speak and understand Chinese is easy, but writing and pronounce it accurately would be the harder part. You can find some useful materials at links or resource box below.

- There's no faster way to master Chinese Language, because it has totally no connection with French, Italian or Spanish. There are more than 3000 chinese character and each has its own meaning. Combining 2 character will form another meaning. Using some Chinese Language software is a way to master Chinese Language. But no matter how, practise makes perfect!

The fastest ways to learn Chinese, Speak Chinese are

We did a research and found out the best results would be as follow :-

- 1. Study on board. Go China and sign up a 6 months course. You'll basically learn how to speak Chinese, how to read Chinese, understand it and use them in a correct way. This is a costly method, 6 months including accommodation + course fees + air ticket.

- 2. Buy a Chinese language software. There are lots of Chinese Language software that you can purchase online today, this software is great, especially if you are busy and unable to attend course, classes. But it's quite limited unless you got some Chinese friends to practice with. Not that costly, most probably would be less than USD300.

- 3. Attend Chinese classes. This will be a substitute of Choice No 1, except you are doing it at your own country. Go to China town and I believe you can find one easily. But in long run, this is costly, it might takes you years to complete. Some Chinese teachers are quite boring because they tend to repeat the same chapter again and again J

We still recommend either Choice 1, or 2. Faster and more guaranteed. Choice 3, hmmm, depending how good the Chinese teachers are, you can ask around those friends who've successfully learn Chinese, ask them to recommend you the place.

Here's some basic conversation for you, so at least you know how to speak Chinese.

Normal Conversation

How to pronounce.

Peter: Hi, How are you?

Peter: Hi, Ni Hao Ma?

Jane: Hi, I'm fine, thanks, How are you?

Jane: Hi, Wo Hai Hao, Xie Xie, Ni Ne?

Peter: I'm good, my name is Peter, what's your name?

Peter: Wo Hen Hao, Wo Shi Peter, Zhen Mer Cheng Hu?

Jane: I'm Jane, I'm a teacher/engineer/doctor

Jane: Wo shi Jane, Wo shi yi ming lao shi/gong cheng shi/yi sheng

Peter: Oh, ok, I'm a dentist/lawyer

Peter: oh, Wo Shi Yi Ming Ya Yi / LuiShi.

Jane: So, what do you think about this course?

Jane: Na Mer, Ni Jue De Zhe Ge Ke Chen Zhen Me yang?

Peter: This course is great!

Peter: Zhe Ge Ker Cheng Tai Hao Le!

Jane: Had your lunch already?

Jane: Ni Wu Chan Chi Le Ma?

Peter: Not yet, you?

Peter: Hai Mei, Ni Ner?

Jane: Not yet, why not let's grab a lunch together?

Jane: Hai Mei, Na Wo Men Yi Qi Qu Chi Wu Chan Hao Ma?

Peter: Sure, let's have Mcdonald Fast Food.

PeteR: Hao Ah, Wo Men Chi Mai Dang Lao Kuai Chan Ba.

Jane: Good idea!

Jane: Hao Zhu Yi!

After Lunch ...

Wu Chang Hou ...

Peter: I think it's time we need to head back to our course.

Peter: Wo Jue Der Si Shi Hou Wo Men Yao Hui Qu Shang Ke Cheng Le.

Jane: Ya, it was a great conversation and nice meeting you.

Jane: Shi, Tai Duo Hao Tan Le, Heng Gao Xing Ren Shi Ni.

Peter: Ya, nice meeting you too, can I have your number so we can meet up in future?

Peter: O, Hen Gao Xing Ren Shi Ni, Wo Ke Yi Xun Wen Ni De Dian Hua Hao Ma Yi Fang Bian Lian Luo Ma?

Jane: sure, why not? Here's my number.

Jane: Ker Yi, Zhe Shi Wo De Hao Ma

Peter: Ok, thanks, I'll catch up with you again later.

Peter: Hao, Xie Xie, Dai Hui Jian.

Jane: Ok, bye!

Jane: Hao, Zai Jian!

The Above conversation is translated from Up to down English to Chinese, and with pronunciation below the Chinese word. The pronunciation is not Han Yu Ping Ying(HYPY). HYPY is the correct way of pronouncing Chinese word, it has 26 of them.
Good luck!

Best Wishes,
Jayden.

This is the website I provide Chinese lessons for Free.
http://www.LearnChineseForFree.com

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LAO CONFERENCE IN PARIS 2010...Colloque sur le Laos (17/17)


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Hostels In Laos

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How expensive is traveling in China?

I am in the middle of a backpacking trip with my boyfriend. We have been to India for a couple of months, then Thailand for 6 weeks and we are now in Cambodia. The plan was to travel through Vietnam and Laos before heading off to work in Australia. But now I am wondering how feasible it would be for us to visit China too considering our budget is around $20 per day (for both of us).

Does any one know how easy it is to travel in China on a tight budget?
I am wondering how cheap are the cheapest guesthouses/hostels, restaurants/street stalls? And how expensive are bus and train journeys?

Also is it possible to get a visa for china in Vietnam?

Thanks!

Why China? Lol. Choose a European country

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