Yunnan is a truly fascinating place to visit. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing, leisurely vacation or one filled with activity and adventure, the spectacular landscape and exotic ethnic minority culture in Yunnan can accommodate all your desires. In this list of 10 must sees of Yunnan, you can have a real insight into the beauty and charm of rural China.

1 . The Stone Forest
As the local says going, if you have visited Kunming without seeing the Stone Forest, you have wasted your time. The Stone Forest was contains peaks, pillars, stalagmites, depressions, underground rivers, and caves. The quintessential karst landscape makes every tourist lost in wonder.

2 . Dali Ancient Town
‘Feng (Wind), Hua (Flower), Xue (Snow), Yue (Moon)’, the Chinese phrase used for romantic, are the four outstanding characteristics of Dali scenery. Dali Ancient Town is endowed with the distinctive feel by traditional Bai houses, grand city wall, marvelous scenery and brilliant red camellias.

3. Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple
The Three Pagodas are the symbol of Dali. With more than 1,800 years history, Three Pagodas are made of three ancient independent pagodas forming a symmetrical triangle. This is unique in China.

4. Lijiang Ancient Town
Praised as the “Oriental Venice” and “Suzhou on the Plateau”, Lijiang Ancient Town has been listed in the World Cultural Heritages by UNESCO in 1997. Strolling around this charming ancient town, you will be attracted by the unique atmosphere and surprised by its ancient yet simple sense of “Harmony of Heaven and Man.”

5. Concert of Naxi Ancient Music
The ancient music, called ‘Dongjing’, or ritual music, was traditionally sung by Taoist monks in mountain caves in most areas of Yunnan province. It has been called a ‘fossil of Chinese music’. A centuries-old Naxi minority group custom of performing their folk music, has become the must-see for many travelers in Lijiang.

6. Naxi Baisha Town
Exploring the Baisha town to enjoy the ancient murals is a great experience and one that visitors should not miss. Baisha Frescos in the town of Baisha is the most famous and preserved frescos stored in Lijiang. These frescoes are both essential to the research of Chinese painting and important cultural heritage relics too.

7. Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Looking from Lijiang Old Town in the south which is 15 kilometers (nine miles) away, the snow-covered mountain resembles a jade dragon lying in the clouds, hence, the name Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. The highest peak named Fan Peak, which is about 5596 meters above sea level. There are three cable cars in the mountain, the first to Glacier Park (4500 M), the second to Spruce Meadow (3200 M), the third to Yak Meadow (3700 M).

8. Tiger Leaping Gorge
The Tiger Leaping Gorge is believed to be the deepest gorge in the world. Legend says that in order to escape from a hunter, a tiger jumped across the river at the narrowest point, still 25m wide, hence the name. This is a great sightseeing stop with enormous photo opportunities Trek the Tiger Leaping Gorge is one of the great highlights of any visit to this region.

9. First Bend of Yangtze River
The Yangtze River come down from Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, toward southeast, but when it gets to Stone Drum, a beautiful little town in Lijiang, The Yangtze River suddenly make a V-shaped bend and flow to the northeast, thus formed the famous the First Bend of Yangtze River. It is a world-famous geological phenomenon and an unrivalled panoramic scene which makes tourists lingering.

10. Songzanlin Monastery
Originally built in 1681, the Songzanlin Monastery is the largest and the most important Tibetan Buddhist Lamasery in Yunnan province. It now has more than 700 Buddhist monks. The architectural style of the building is a faithful imitation of the Potala Palace in Tibet, hence the name “Small Potala Palace”.

All in all, Yunnan is the perfect destination for people who are interested in China’s ethnic minority groups and their culture, and viewing some of the world’s finest natural scenery. The travel experience in Yunnan just brings anyone fun and possible a little surprise!

Even if you’ve been looking forward to your relaxing two week luxury holiday for months, you may still find yourself bored when you get there.  It sounds amazing, but two weeks can feel like a long time if your holiday consists mainly of relaxing by the beach with very little else going on.  This is especially so if your normal life is fast paced and full of work.  A break sounds like a good idea, but you may find yourself restless with nothing to do.  Here are five ways to entertain yourself and your family while getting into that holiday groove.

1. Learn a new beach sport.  If you’re spending your holiday on the shore, why not improve your skills at beach volleyball or go surfing for the first time?  Not only will it help you tone your newly exposed swimsuit body, it’s also fun to play in groups and can help facilitate bonds and friendly rivalry between you and the people you’ve taken on holiday with you.
2. Seek out interesting experiences you can’t get elsewhere.  For example, if you’re travelling to Europe for the first time, you might choose to visit a medieval castle like you’d never find in your own country, or perhaps visit a museum tailored to the specific area you’re visiting with artifacts found on the spot.  Find national landmarks and quirky statues, and take pictures of yourself by them to document your journey.
3. If it rains and you’re stuck inside, take the leisure time to read a book or a magazine that you might not be able to fit into your normal life.  If you’ve been longing to read War and Peace your entire life, but you normally struggle with the idea of making time for a 1400 page epic, bring it out on a rainy day.  You might be surprised with how much you get read on an interruption-free holiday.
4. Head out for an extended dinner session at that exclusive restaurant you’ve always wanted to visit.  Enjoy a starter, a main, and extend the night out with coffee and dessert.  If you’re heading out on the town and can’t afford to eat everywhere, have drinks in several different places, staying just long enough to absorb the atmosphere before heading to the next must-see restaurant.
5. Start to make a photo album before you even leave.  If you’ve taken a number of fantastic snapshots, why not spend an evening setting them out in scrapbook pages?  It can be a fun way to document your trip while it’s happening, while you’re still passionate about it and have the leisure time to place the most important parts of your trip in prominent places.  If you have a laptop, it’s fun to do this on the way to different places, for example if you have a second flight to another destination or on the way home.

These tips should help you to have the most fun on your holiday and truly enjoy your escape from your busy life.

Tatkal reservation in the Indian railway is a very convenient system for those who could not make reservation in the normal procedure.  ‘Tatkal’ means ‘immediate’ and this facility is available in most of the trains and train routes.  In the past, the trains on which tatkal journey was allowed were indicated with a ‘T’ at the end of the train number.  But now that system has come to an end.  If you want to avail the tatkal scheme, you need to apply at least 2 days in advance.  The 2 days prior date is exclusive of the day of journey.  This is in effect 3 days prior booking.  Tatkal trains are not exclusive for tatkal passengers only.   As a matter of fact, this facility is arranged on regular express trains. A few special coaches are attached to express trains for tatkal arrangements.

Those who are going to avail the tatkal reservation facility of the Indian railway need to know that this sort of reservation is available for the full length of the journey of the rain.  For instance, suppose the train starts from Chennai and its final stop is New Delhi, but you want to board the train at Hyderabad and detrain at Bhopal, you will have to book a ticket for the entire length of the journey of the train and not of your journey.  That is, you have to book a ticket from Chennai to Delhi, not from Hyderabad to Bhopal.   However, in some cases there are exceptions to this rule.

While you book your seat under tatkal scheme in the Indian railways, you will have to remit additional amount than the ordinary charges.  This additional charge may be Rs.50 or Rs.200 or sometimes it can be as high as Rs.200 depending on the class and distance of the journey.  In order to book ticket under the tatkal scheme, you need to produce a photo affixed Identity Document. This identification document can be your Passport, PAN Card, Credit Card, Driving License, etc.   Photo identification card is essential for the tatkal passenger on the train also when the Traveling Ticket Examiner (TTE) asks for it.  Your ID number is noted on the ticket by the TTE to ensure that the ticket is not sold in the black market.  You can book for up to a group of 6 passengers under one ticket and for that only one ID is sufficient.  Cancellation provision for tickets is not available for tatkal ticket.  You cannot cancel a tatkal ticket.  Even then, this scheme is a boon for those who are in an emergency.

Everest base camp trekking is a famous and challenging trek in Khumbu Nepal. The trek is famous for its spectacular mountain peaks and friendliness of its inhabitants (Sherpa). The Everest region (Khumbu) is one of the most popular destinations for tourists in Nepal. While many of the routes through the mountains are difficult, there are ample places to rest and enjoy a meal along the way. The trekking is possible in this area, the whole year around, but the best times to visit are from the beginning of March to mid May and from the beginning of September to mid November.

The trekking to base camp begins early morning, by flight from Kathmandu to the mountain airstrip to Lukla, the heart of Everest Region, then around three hours walk we reach at Phakding and then we continue north up to Dudh Kosi valley and to Namche bazaar, there we spend a day for acclimatization. Next day, we continue our trekking to Kala Pattar and subsequently to Everest base camp; we have one day rest in Dingboche or Pheriche in between and for some side trips and further acclimatization. We have some magnificent views of Everest along with Nuptse, Lohtse and Mount Pumori and we return back to Lukla and catch our flight to Kathmandu.

Fact of Everest Base Camp Trekking Trekking

Destination: Kalapathar – Everest Base Camp

Group Size: Min – 1 

Highest Access of the Trekking: 5545m 

Grade: Fairly Strenuous  

Transportation: Aero plane  

Mode of Trekking Tour: Tea house / Camping 

Trekking Hour: Approximately 6 – 7 hours each day 

Total Days: 14 Days  

Trip Cost: USD 899

Itinerary in Detail

Day 01. Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters). You will be met by our representative and transfer to hotel and a short brief about the trekking after refreshment.

Day 02. Fly to Lukla (2804 meters) from Kathmandu, trek to Phakding (2610 meters). 

Day 03. Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters).  

Day 04. Namche Bazaar Acclimatization day. Hike to everest view hotel. 

Day 05. Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3860 meters).  

Day 06. Trek to Dingboche (4350 meters).  

Day 07. Day trip to Chhukung valley (4710 meters) and trek back to Dingboche.  

Day 08. Trek to Lobuche (4910 meters).  

Day 09. Trek to Everest Base Camp (5365 meters) then back to Gorak Shep (5180 meters).

Day 10. Hike up Kalapattar (5545 meters) to see the sunrise and panoramic view including of Everest then trek down to Pheriche (4200 meter).  

Day 11. Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters).  

Day 12. Trek to Lukla (3404 meters).  

Day 13. Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu in the morning.    

Day 14. Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure. 

 The above itinerary is a guideline and standard pattern which we provide you. This trekking can be modified according to your time and requirements.

Cost Include »

Airport pick up and drops by private car/van/bus.

» Two night’s standard accommodation in Kathmandu (on the arrival day and after the trekking).

» Your standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking.

» All necessary paper works and national park entry permits.

» Domestic airport pick up and drop by car/ Flight Ticket (LUK-KTM-LUK) / domestic airport Tax.

» All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks.

» Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Permit.

» An experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 peoples).

» Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.

» Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company. » Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).

» All government taxes.

Cost Exclude

» Nepal entry visa fee you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport – Kathmandu. You will require 2 passport size photos.

» Your Travel insurance. » International airfare and airport departure tax.

» Food while you are in Kathmandu.

» Your personal expenses.

» All the alcoholic and non alcoholic Drinks.

» Sweet things like chocolate. » Hot shower during the trekking.

» Tips for the guide and porter.

more info-http://www.trekkingtourinnepal.com/everest-base-camp-trekking.html

Manali is among the most famous destinations of All India Travel Tours which is situated at an altitude 1950 meters above sea level in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is among the famous hills stations in India which is visited by scores of nature lovers and adventure sports seekers. The majestic panorama of Himalayan Mountains with snow laden peaks, dense forests, beautiful landscapes and scenic ambiances lures scores of tourists to this place round the year. Apart from this it is also famous for adventure sports activities  like skiing, hiking, mountaineering, paragliding, rafting, trekking, kayaking, and mountain biking. Some of the famous attractions which fascinates tourists during their Manali tour:

Solang Valley

It is among the most famous attractions which is located 13 km from Manali. This is a splendid valley is between Solang village and Beas Kund which is famous for its lush green deodar pine forest surrounded with apple orchards. It is the perfect place from where one can get the best view of glaciers and snow capped mountains. During winter season this place becomes the most famous destination for skiing and in summer season it is hotspot for several adventure sports activities like hiking, mountaineering, paragliding and mountain biking.

Rahala Waterfalls

This is other most famous attractions of this place which is known for waterfall from the height of 2,501 meters above sea level. Apart from the magical attraction of waterfall it is a picture perfect getaway illustrated by deodar forests, silver birch trees, a clear blue sky and fresh mountain air. Scores of tourists come here to enjoy the serene and scenic ambiances of nature which provides solace to the weary souls. The sound of cascading water, the sprawling greenery and the Himalayan backdrop make this place a photographer’s paradise.

Vashisht Village

It is located 3 km from Manali at an altitude of 1,982 meters above sea level. This place is famous for its hot sulphur spring and pyramidal stone temple dedicated to Vashishta Muni. Scores of tourists come here to enjoy springs which are known for religious and medicinal properties. Many people come here to take a dip in the hot water springs so that they can get relief from various ailments.

Manali is famous hill station of India which is known round the world for its composed serene and scenic natural ambiances. Some of other well known destinations of this place are Manu Temple, Jagatsukh, Kothi, Hadimba Temple and Tibetan Monasteries.

Are you putting off taking a vacation because your funds are limited? Many families put off taking a vacation because they think that taking a trip has to be pricey. No doubt it is expensive but with some research you can find deals that can make your dream vacation a reality.

First off, take some time to decide on a holiday that will suit your entire family. As a parent, you have the task of figuring out what everyone will enjoy. While pleasing everyone is difficult, there are holidays that include something for all ages. Some options may be impossible on a budget but you can come up with alternatives that will make an enjoyable cheap holiday. For example, if your family wants to take an African safari maybe you could consider a trip to San Diego which has the famous San Diego Zoo, a wildlife park and Sea World.

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Christmas and Holiday Tips

short days and long cold nights, Christmas is coming. When you are ready to escape the cold and spend this Christmas in the UK, in some East Asian countries, under the sun and enjoy Christmas the most, here are the two best options.

Thailand:

Thailand attracts more tourists and visitors in the Far East. Spend Christmas vacation in Thailand means to explore and enjoy beautiful landscapes with colorful and rich culture. Thailand has amuch to offer every tourist to visit during Christmas.

Thailand is a breathtaking building, exotic beaches and natural beauty attracts many tourists throughout the year showed fresh.

Suitable for all tourists, from those who are looking for a budget Christmas holidays, to those seeking a luxury holiday.

The Thai people lead a very traditional, the modern lifestyle. During Christmas, the weather is dry and clear, without signs ofShower or moisture. With ideal weather conditions for the enjoyment of a great Christmas with photography

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