Sunday, 13 November 2011

TOURS IN ICELAND

TOURS IN ICELAND

Reykjavik is the capital of Iceland with more than 113,000 inhabitants  or nearly 40% of the country’s total population. It is the seat of government, and most of the government agencies. The Parliament Althing , which is considered to be the oldest in the world, assembles in Reykjavik. Even though the city is spread over a vast area  the distances to reach natural surroundings are short. Ellidaar , one of the country’s best salmon rivers, runs right through town and anglers enjoy landing salmon from this clear and unpolluted river under the bridge of a busy motorway.  Iceland’s first settler, Ingolfur Arnarson, made his permanent residence in Reykjavik in the year 874 and the area has been inhabited ever since.  Upon arrival, Ingolfur saw steam rising from hot springs near a cove and consequently named the bay "Reykjavik" - The Steamy Cove.
Numerous wells have been sunk and the hot water is pumped directly from the ground into all houses in the greater capital area providing inexpensive central heating resulting in a smoke-free city.
Most of the country's popular tourist features are in the south of the island near the capital, Reykjavik, in the region known as 'The Golden Circle'. Top of the list for scenic splendor is the Gullfoss double-tiered waterfall, set off with a brilliant rainbow, and the spouting hot springs of Geysir.
Reykjavik means 'smoky', but in the case of Iceland's pristine capital the smoke is not smog, but rather steam from the underground springs that warm the city. Reykjavik has a well-deserved reputation for being the cleanest, most invigorating city in Europe, where the standard of living is one of the highest in the world. The city may be small, but it is full of interesting attractions from galleries and museums to thermal bathing spots, and the nightlife is second to none.

What else is there to do and see in Iceland? Well, how about whale-watching; chic fine dining; hiking the highlands; viewing Europe's largest glacier Vatnajokull; fishing the rivers; taming one of the great wild Icelandic horses, river-rafting; exploring on a snow-scooter; shopping for designer wear, souvenirs and gourmet foods; joining the descendants of the Vikings in the Summer Solstice Festival at Hafnarfjorour; visiting the northerly island of Grimsey to cross the Arctic Circle; visiting the recreated medieval farm at Stung.

Tourist places

Iceland Break
Buri in Leitahraun-lava field
Hveravellir
Vatnajokull icecap and Iceland's highest point
Landmannalaugar
The Golden Circle
Greater Reykjavik Area Sightseeing
South Coast & Jokulsarlon
The Blue Lagoon
Across the Wilderness
Glacier Fantasy and more...
Tourist Office
Reykjavik Tourist Information Center, Reykjavik: +354 562 3045
 or www.goiceland.org

Tourist Information
 
During the Middle Ages, Iceland was repeatedly ravaged by famine, plague, volcanic eruptions and pirates. The isolation of the country kept the Old Norse tongue and many of the customs associated with it, alive even after the dialect disappeared in Norway and Denmark .The population was virtually decimated several times, but managed to hang on each time and return from the brink to carry on.After years of Danish rule, Iceland developed its own independent movement and became a sovereign nation in 1918. Iceland is now one of the most liberal, open and developed nations in Europe and, up until the recent international economic crises, was also one of the richest. In the years that followed, Iceland experienced an economic and cultural boom as musicians, artists and thinkers gathered here and exported their ideas and works abroad.

Saturday, 12 November 2011

TOURS IN IRELAND

TOURS IN IRELAND

The island of Ireland is just west of Great Britain and is the Western most island in Europe.  Ireland is the third largest island in Europe and is in a low-lying mountain area, surrounded by plains. Ireland is a cosmopolitan country which is a tourist favorite destination.  There are many famous places in Ireland such as national museum, shopping malls, entertainment zones, wildlife, heritage building, parks etc.

History of Ireland music is a fascinating one, encompassing per-Baroque music, Celtic dance songs, present day rock, and much more. In May, visitors can attend one of the more traditional events in Ireland—the Fleadh Nuo. The Fleadh Nuo is the annual festival of traditional Irish music, song, and dance. It takes place in Ennis, County Clare. Attending a music festival is a fabulous way to learn about the culture and history of Ireland. 

One of the more popular music festivals in Ireland is the Galway Early Music Festival, which also gives tourists a good look at the history of Ireland music. Between old world and new world music events, the history of Ireland music is not a linear one. Irish music, and the country as a whole, often seems timeless.

Places to Visit

Pheonix Park
Trinity College
Ireland Castle
Temple Bar District
National Library
Guiness Storehouse
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Dublin Zoo
Irish Natural Heritage Park
Reaching Ireland

Tourist Information:

Many routes link to cities in the UK with frequent flights from London to Dublin Airport. Ferry services from the Britain sail to Dublin (Dublin Port or Dun Laoghaire) and Rosslare, Belfast and Cork. Continental ferry sailings from France serve Rosslare and Cork.

If visiting during the warmer months of June, July and August bring light summer clothes: shorts, tee-shirts, light slacks. You will also need to bring some warmer clothes for the cooler evenings and occasional cold snaps. In cooler seasons, of course, substantially warmer clothing is needed.Ireland, the green island in north-western Europe, remained for centuries in the shadow of the larger neighboring island of Great Britain and was almost forgotten by the rest of Europe.

Ireland has mild oceanic climate that is often changeable with very few extremes in temperatures. The climate is generally warm but the temperatures are not extreme. Rainfall is frequent making Ireland a suitable tourist destination. With such climatic condition, Ireland can be visited during any time of the year.
and more information
www.ireland-information.com
www.viator.com/ireland
www.ireland.com

TOURS IN IRAN

TOURS IN IRAN

Iran is the abbreviation of Islamic Republic of Iran, also called Persia. Iran is an eternal reality spanning along a timeline beginning from the earliest moments of man's life on Earth and in a place, as beautiful as the colorful Persian carpet, that links the heart of Asia to the Western wing of this vast continent.

Caspian Iran is a beautiful region of Iran along the coast of the Caspian Sea. The forested coastal plains rise up quickly into the Alborz Mountains. In the central Province of Mazandaran, There are many things to see, ranging from natural to cultural attractions.

The city of Ahvaz is located in the Southwestern region of Iran. The city comes under the province of Khuzestan. Ahvaz is the capital city of Iran. Ahvaz has a total area of about 419.6 square kilometers which is huge.Iran is a large country between the Middle East and Central Asia, between the Gulf of Oman, the Persian

An exciting history, a mulch-cultural society, some of the world’s largest heritage sites and amazing works of architecture, yet Iran has never featured on top of the traveler''s itinerary in recent times. The international business traveler is familiar with cities like Tehran, Persepolis and Shiraz and Isfahan. Museums, mosques, mausoleums and sublime ruins are assured to satisfy your cultural cravings. Iran is also a treasure trove of carpets and earthenware. 
 
Places to Visit

Ahvaz
Ardabil
Bam
Hamadan
Isfahan
Kashan
Kerman

Tourist Information

 The capital city is Tehran. Iran has one of the most developed civilizations strengthening the framework of its society. The country has developed in all sphere of life and is one of the prominent features in the world map. Tourism in Iran has paved the way for development of the country in a big way still the fundamentals of the country has not changed much. The country proudly displays the rich culture and heritage which forms the crux of the tour. The country is also a paradise for the travelers as they get loads to explore. The cities and provinces in Iran are filled with the best of attractions which narrates the rich saga of the place.


The country offers a great climate along with the mixed topography to enjoy for the travelers. The country shares its borders with the neighboring countries of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Turkmenistan in its northern front. The eastern side is covered by Afghanistan and Pakistan while Turkey and Iraq lies in its western border. Iran also borders the Persian Gulf which is a vital oil producing area along with the Caspian Sea.

The beach and tourists’ attractions surrounded around Caspian Sea are the place that people want to be there with holidays. Extensive areas in Iran are deep and fertile with its soil layer. The earth of areas of Caspian Sea coast, central plain and ravine is little barren normally but it does not have effected on planting.
More details  

www.iranvision.com

www.irpedia.com

www.lonelyplanet.com/iran

TOURS IN INDONESIA

TOURS IN INDONESIA

Indonesia straddles the Equator between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. It has land border with Malaysia to the North as well as East Timor.  It also neighbors Australia  to South, Singapore and Thailand to the North, India to the Northwest.

Indonesia is a tourist's delight. There are number of places to see in Indonesia. These include the capital city of Jakarta, beach resorts of Bali and Lombok, and the wonderful islands of Java, Sumatra and Kalimantan. As Indonesia is a tropical country and one of the last remnants of tropical rainforests on the earth, it is home to rich flora and fauna and hence a major attraction for nature lovers.

Indonesia the "Indian island world", the third largest state in Asia (after China and India), occupies the main part of the Malay Archipelago, between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific, and has also annexed the western half of the island of New Guinea.

The largest islands in the Indonesian archipelago are the Greater Sunda Islands of Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan , the Lesser Sunda Islands of Bali, Lombok, Sumbawa, Sumba, Flores, Timor,and etc., and the MoluccasBali, the most westerly of the Lesser Sunda Islands, is probably the best known island in the Indonesian  A luxuriant tropical vegetation, artistically arranged rice terraces, numerous shrines, rich arts and crafts, colourful markets and the famous temple dances exert a magical attraction throughout the year on holiday makers from all over the world. The natives of the island do not call it Bali: to them it is Nusa Dua, the Great Island.


Places to Visit

The Gili Islands
Unjung Kulon National Park and Krakatoa Volcanic Island
 Mentawai Island
Komodo National Park
Island Of Lombok
Istiqlal Mosque.
 
Tourist Information

Indonesia offers superb luxury hotels and resorts along the beach on secluded mountains or in city centres across the country. Medium sized three stars hotels can be found in many cities as well as in holiday resorts. For those who travelling on shoestring budgets, clean and friendly home stays or losmen are available.

Indonesia offers a variety of destinations and places to visit. With these many islands, tourists have the option of going to some of the popular destinations in the country like Bali, touring volcanoes and other land formations, or simply visit mosques or temples.

In Jakarta, the small losmens at Jalan Jaksa, near the Gambir train station is a favourite with students and backpackers. While businessmen will go for the deluxe hotels. Medium sized three and four star hotels are spread out in this vast city. Near the Soekarno Hatta Airport there are two airport hotels available; one located outside the airport and another inside the airport terminal.

TOURS IN HUNGARY

TOURS IN HUNGARY

 Hungary is a country in Central Europe.The country offers many diverse destinations: relatively low mountains in the north-west, the Great Plain in the east, lakes and rivers of all sorts, and many beautiful small villages and hidden gems of cities.
T
here is no place like Hungary. Situated in the very heart of Europe, this kidney-shaped country can claim a unique place in the continent's soul. Doubters need only listen to the music of Franz Liszt and Bela Bartok, view the romantic Danube River as it dramatically splits Budapest in two or taste the nation's unique  cuisine to be convinced. Hungary's impact on Europe's history and development has been far greater than its present size and population would suggest. Hungarians, who call themselves Magyars, speak a language and form a culture unlike any other in the region - a distinction that has been both a source of pride and an obstacle for more than 1100 years.

Hungary has the biggest surface thermal water resources in the world after Iceland. Thermal spring water helps thousands to preserve their health. Exploiting the benefits of the thermal water treasure Danubius Hotels Group operates four high level medicinal and wellness hotels in West-Hungary.

Hungary is a landlocked country in the Carpathian Basin of Central Europe, bordered by Austria, Slovakia, Ukraine, Romania, Serbia, Croatia, and Slovenia. Its capital is Budapest. Hungary is a member of OECD, NATO, EU, V4 and is a Scavenge state. The official language is Hungarian.

In the past decade, Hungary was listed as one of the 15 most popular tourist destinations in the world. The country is home to the largest thermal water cave system and the second largest thermal lake in the world , the largest lake in Central Europe , and the largest natural grasslands in Europe.
 
Places to Visit

Budapest
Lake Balaton
Debrecen
Ferto-Hansag National Park
Kiskunsag National Park
Hortobágy National Park
Lay back at the lake beaches
Danube Bend and etc,.

 
Tourist Information:

There are four ways to travel to Hungary; by car, rail, air and river. Budapest is served by numerous European and International airlines, including Malv, Hungary’s national airline. The major air hub is the Ferhegy Budapest International Airport, which is about ten miles from Budapest. The country is also part of the extensive rail network with direct connections to 16 European cities. Getting to Hungary and Budapest by river (Danube River) may be one of the most enjoyable means. Leave from Vienna via tour boat or the more rapid daily hydrofoil service which runs between Budapest and Vienna during the months of April to October.
Hungary is one of the best places to arrange international conferences and events. There are many conference hotels and well-equipped conference halls and meeting rooms in Budapest.
Hungary gives home to plenty of international sports events, festivals and traditional celebrations every year. Its a capital is Budapest.

Hungary is a beautiful country: however, Budapest attracts the lion's share of tourism.  Tourist facilities outside of Budapest, though widely available, are not as developed as those found in Western Europe.

Friday, 11 November 2011

TOURS IN GREECE

TOURS IN GREECE

Greece is located at the Southeast end go Europe and it is the Southern most country of the Balkan Peninsula.  Greece and the Greek Islands are one of the favorite tourism destinations in Europe. Every year, the country welcomes millions of visitors from all over the world

Greece mainland and the Greek islands are one of the favorite holiday destinations in Europe. In fact, Greece comes in the 15th place in the world rating of tourist destinations, since, according to the National Statistical Service of Greece, it receives more than 15 million tourists every year.

Greece is a famous country, popular for its clean beaches and its long history. There are hundreds of archaeological and historical sites to visit in Greece that gloriously depict the country’s past. Its landscape is mainly mountainous and the terrain is not very fertile, except for some valleys scattered along the Greek mainland. However, Greece is surrounded by water, in particular the Aegean and the Ionian Sea. The country consists of more than 1,400 islands and islets, but only 169 of them are inhabited.

These Greek islands form, one by one, a beauty of nature. They are the most popular Greek destinations, especially in summer. Big or tiny, green or infertile, ideal for cosmopolitan or relaxing vacations, one thing is for sure: all these islands have the necessary requirements and facilities to offer you memorable vacations!
 
Places to Visit

Acropolis
Erechtheion of Athens
Ancient Agora
Rhodes
Marine Aquarium
Rodini Park
Seven Springs
Tsambika monastery
Valley of the Butterflies
Plaka Beach
and more places

 Tourist Information

Greece offers a wide range of experiences, landscapes and activities. It is famous for its natural beauty, historical sites and nightlife, and of course for its reliably sunny summers and the many beautiful beaches on its islands and coastline, which stretches along the Aegean, Ionian and Mediterranean Seas.

The most popular destinations include the capital, Athens, and the islands, especially Crete, Rhodes and Corfu. Some areas are very tourist orientated, but people seeking a quieter experience can still find places free from mass tourism.

In Athens see such classical ruins as the Parthenon and Acropolis. The Greek Isles beckon with Santorini and its violent volcanic history including the enormous volcanic eruption in 1450 BC, said to have destroyed legendary Atlantis.

The stark natural beauty and remnants of ancient civilizations have attracted visitors to Greece for centuries. Its pretty islands cast like precious stones across the Aegean Sea, together with the Greeks’ unsurpassed joie de vivre, combine to make Greece a truly unique destination with everlasting appeal.

TOURS IN GERMANY

TOURS IN GERMANY

Officially titled the Federal Republic of Germany, the European country of Germany sits in the Western Central region of the continent and is bordered by Denmark, the North Sea and the Baltic Sea to the north, by the Czech Republic and Poland to the East, by Austria and Switzerland to the south and by Belgium, France, Luxembourg and the Netherlands to the west.

Germany sits right in the Center pf continental Europe and throughout history has been a major contribution to Europe's culture identity and directions.

Germany is a country located in the heart of the old continent that has the densest population in Europe. Until 1871, Germany was not a unified country, but an association of territorial states gathered under the name of “Holy Roman Empire of the German Nation”.

Germany is delimited by the Alps Mountains in the south, the North Sea in the north-west and the Baltic Sea in the north-east. Its beautiful and varied landscape and its hospitable people make Germany a favorite among the tourist destinations in Europe. Germany is a country of contrasts because it mixes the cosmopolitan urban living with traditional villages and romantic castles.

A moderate climate characterized by warm summers and mild winters makes it an ideal year-round holiday destination.

Places to Visit

Berlin
Munich – Bavaria
Hamburg
Cologne - North Rhine-Westphalia
Stuttgart - Baden-Württemberg
Dresden – Saxony
Nuremberg - Bavaria and etc.,


Informatiom
 
The areas that attract the most tourists to Germany are the Alps, the Rhine and Moselle valleys, and several large cities, especially Berlin. But those are not the only attractions. Music festivals such as those at Bayreuth and Munich draw many tourists. So do some of the old German medieval cities like Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Dinkelsbhl.Each of the country’s major cities offers its own unique selection of attractions with the bigger destinations such as Berlin and Munich offering the best selection while the smaller cities of Stuttgart, Bremen, Hamburg and Hanover offer their own distinct ambiences and cultural idiosyncrasies that make the worthy visitor destinations in their own right.

Museums and art galleries give visitors a more in-depth grasp of the city’s culture, history and heritage with locations such as the German Historical Museum, the Allied Museum, the Story of Berlin and the Jewish Museum among the most noteworthy cultural venues.

Berlin is the country's capital city and is home ti a variety of iconic sights such as Brandenburg gate, the Recichstag and checkpoint charlie.

 Many small towns have preserved the aspect of past centuries, many cities have brought new life into the old town centers. In the north handsome old brick-built houses bear witness to the wealth of the Hanseatic towns which once ruled the seas.