Places to go in Vancouver

Jun 11

Vancouver, the third largest city in Canada, is the terminus of two great trans-continental railways.  Being a sea-port city, Vancouver has one of the best harbors in the world.  It is also served by several airlines and highways.  All these combined together, make an easy access for the tourists and vacationers to enter and exit from the city.

Best Attractions and Sightseeing places in Vancouver:   Vancouver has many places and attractions which you cannot miss them out during your visit to this marvelous city.
•    Canada Place – A mixture of a cruise ship and convention center it has also got a hotel inside.  People flock around and visit this architectural marvel to see and enjoy the view of the northern part of Vancouver and the mountains surrounding it.
•    Science World – A museum where you can spend hours full of fun and education.  From this place, you can have a wonderful view of the Vancouver city skyline.
•    Capilano Suspension Bridge & Park – This Bridge is one of the best attractions of Vancouver.  Away from the hustles and bustles of Vancouver city, this suspension bridge stretches 450 feet across and 230 feet above Capilano River.
•    Cliffwalk – A latest addition in the Park in the year 2011.  You must have a strong heart to explore the thrill you get while walking on “Cliffwalk”, which is quite narrow and very high. The journey takes you through rainforest vegetation on cantilevered and suspended walkways.  In some sections the walkway is covered with strong  which separates you from the canyon located far below.  During the summer, the Park is open from 9 am to 9 pm. The best time to enjoy this thrilling experience is from the month of May to September.

Besides the above, the must see attractions in Vancouver are, the Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge where you get almost same pleasure when you visit Capilano  Suspension Bridge, but it is narrower than the other one.  Then, the Grouse Mountain invites sports loving people for skating, hiking, sleigh riding and skiing.  Another place you must definitely see is “The Vancouver Aquarium” where you can see about 60,000 living creatures from all over the world.

Vancouver has lot of festivals and cultural events throughout the year and some of the important functions of the special events are:
•    Dragon Boat festival (June)
•    Aboriginal Art and Cultural Celebration (June)
•    Vancouver Jazz Festival (June)
•    Vancouver Chamber Music Festival (July / August)
•    Powell Street Festival (August)
•    Gay Pride Parade & Festival (August)
•    Vancouver Fringe Festival (September)
•    Vancouver International Film Festival (October)

The climate of Vancouver is mild and equable. To enjoy what the city offers and to celebrate the festivities, you can book your airline tickets in advance. There are many direct Flights to Vancouver City offered by most International Airlines like British Airways, which the tourists can opt for. Buying airline tickets has also become quite easy due to online booking services which permit you to book tickets 24×7.

With cheap tickets aboard flights to Vancouver always available, you just need to plan and book your tickets as soon as possible.

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Sydney tour trips

Jun 04

With a population of over four million, Sydney is the most populous city in Australia. It is known to have a cosmopolitan and international population. It is famous for its world-renowned landmarks, miles and miles of sandy beaches and awe-inspiring culture.

The city is blessed with a lovely weather throughout the year. One of the best times to visit this place is the spring season, which is absolutely gorgeous. It runs through September till the end of November. The weather is cool yet pleasant and sunny. It is also Sydney’s driest season, and one in which you can easily get cheap tickets to Sydney. Winters in the city are usually chilly with strong winds, so keep that in mind if you are planning a trip between June and late August. Summer is the perfect time if you want to visit Sydney’s beaches.

The only major airport serving flights to Sydney is Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Vietnam Airlines is one of the airlines offering flight tickets for cheap. November is the best month to get cheap international flights. Other cheap flights to Sydney include Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific and China Airlines.

Sydney has an extremely dynamic, multicultural and diverse cultural life. It is based on the artistic, religious, ethnic and linguistic communities formed due to immigration. Being a major global city, this place has a thriving scene of theatrical, literary, musical and other artistic activity. It competes with Melbourne for the title of ‘Australia’s arts capital’.

Sydney is home to the internationally renowned Sydney Symphony. It gives frequent performances at the Concert Hall of Sydney Opera House. If you want to listen to some amazing chamber music and chamber orchestra concerts, you should check out the City Recital Hall. It features many famed international artists along with concert series by skilled local groups such as the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and the Australian Chamber Orchestra. This city also boasts the Opera Australia, the world’s third busiest opera company.

When it comes to performing arts, the city is incomparable. It hosts the biggest performing arts festival in the country, the Sydney Festival, which incorporates and contemporary music, visual arts, theater, new media and many other things. Another place worth a visit is the Sydney Theater Company, which shows fantastic Australian and international plays.

Sydney has an attractive range of art galleries and museums, including those based on visual arts. These include the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Artspace Sydney, Museum of Contemporary Art, the Brett Whiteley Studio, the White Rabbit Gallery and many others.  The Museum of Contemporary Art is one of the most popular in the country. It features a mixture of exhibitions from the museum’s permanent collection and visiting shows by major international artists.

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No guts no glory. Your guide to Rajasthan

May 28

Royalty, revelry, guts, glory, valor and warmth; if there’s one State in India that demonstrates it all in a single interaction or moment then Rajasthan it is. No wonder it’s so popular among tourists both national and international.

Not that any tourist destination in India disappoints. However, what makes Rajasthan a hot favorite among tourists is that it qualifies as a tourist’s oyster. Here’s where a tourist doesn’t have to venture much or far to experience every thrill that one desires on a holiday, every comfort that one craves on a vacation and every experience that one calls Indian. And all this comes with a bonus; one gets to experience the amazing hospitality of the most tourist-friendly place in the world. The locals are so warm, so giving and so encouraging that you’ll feel so at home; one of the top reasons why people don’t tire of Rajasthan that easy!

In terms of the thrill quotient this desert State has it all. Desert safaris, tiger and bird sanctuaries and treks that take you through some well-preserved ruins  top the list when it comes to popularity among tourists. Ranthambore, one of the top tiger parks in the world is an ideal destination for your date with the most amazing of cats- the Royal Bengal Tiger. A tourist’s first tiger spotting is always an indelible memory. No who would think about a temple visit as something thrilling. But out here, the Karanimata temple in the city Bikaner is famous (or infamous depending on your tolerance or love for rodents!) its residents- rats! Walk in with a brave heart and there’s a guarantee you’ll grow to love them almost immediately. The rats here are revered and there’s a hefty fine for anyone who mistreats them. The reason why rats are considered holy in India is because they are Lord Ganesha’s .

To Location the comfort quotient and all resorts and hotels in Rajasthan treat you no less than royalty. From customized cuisine to dancers and singers who serenade you while you relax in the evenings to royal baths and masage- Rajasthan generously offers it all. After such pampering the thought of getting back home will seem a nightmare!

Rajasthan is also the place where you can sample everything Indian. Rites, rituals, cultural blends, its diversity and of course all the quirkiness that one hopes to see or experience when in India. To some the delight of sitting on the floor to a meal eaten without cutlery is an Indian adventure enough. Rajasthan does showcase its uniqueness too in the form of its handicrafts and cuisine. You can live through the bravery of the Rajputs in well-told narratives through light and sound shows and sample the gallery of its warriors when visiting some amazing forts and palaces.

While there are many reasons Rajasthan scores high as an ideal tourist destination in India, most recommend it for being a home away from home without the  burdens!

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Let’s go to the Philippines… together!

May 21

The surroundings… duh

Swimming optional

Beaches… mountains… resorts… caves… waterfalls… and many other things I could easily follow by multiple dots of climax. Whatever your adventure needs or your nature craving… this country has it with style.

Like a boss

The Benjamin’s B**ches

Fun fact: About everything pictured… $5 USD

The Philippines you will soon find is a haven for your shopping needs too… along your any other needs. The Philippines is one of the cheapest countries in Asia. Even beating out Thailand with many of their prices. Many tourists are also currently going there on “Medical Holiday” as they are finding top notch medical services for a fraction of the price. So get your greed on in this beautiful country.

English at its best

Told you…

Is English the only language that you know? Same here and no worries. Do to English being called “The Language of Money” in many countries… it is also taught in The Philippines along side the native language… like many other countries do. So no worries… if you only speak English you can maintain your ignorance of baselessly having a superior language and lifestyle while the locals talk about what a huge ass you are right in front of you. Then they’ll spit in your food… like a boss.

Entertainment… yo

Beautiful… yet very very creepy creepy creepy

With a culture clash this place is a host of festivals, concerts, and performers. Not to be bored here.

Top class weather

Pretty girls and giant sand castles are mandatory

Come on… it’s the philippines. The sunshine is sure to be out more often than not. The country has on average less than two dozen tropical storms each year. So the odds will ever be in your favor.

The adventure

Figure it out

Skydiving, bungee jumping, rafting, kayaking, extreme kite flying… you name your thrill and you will find it here. It’s a shame that I couldn’t live there all year long… or could I…

The Waterfall Café

Three words: Fuck yea Scotty Joe

I just had to add this place. It’s just too good.

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South Africa: Points of Interest

May 14

Tsitsikamma Mountains

Tsitsikamma Mountains

These mountains stretch 80 kilometers (50 miles) in southern South Africa in the Western and Eastern Cape providences. A beautiful place with a rather consistent climate where you can hike or bike these luscious ranges.

Apartheid Museum

You should know what this picture is…

Any visit to Johannesburg, South Africa isn’t complete without a visit to the Apartheid Museum. A place where you can explore the institution of segregation that Nelson Mandela dedicated his life to fighting. Fighting to bring equality to South Africa. This museum is a light on the Apartheid regimen that once separated the people.

Garden Route

Garden Route… bitches

They don’t call it the Garden Route for no reason as you can see. This enchanting place resides on the south-east coast of South Africa and goes from Heidelberg in the Western Cape to the Storm River. This place is a great place all year round with the second mildest climate in the world (to only Hawaii according to the Guinness Book of World Records). Hike or bike this beautiful route that encompasses 10 nature reserves and many cities along the way.

Cape of Good Hope

Cape of Good Hope

You will find this place to be not only beautiful but also the most south-western point of the entire African continent. A beautiful place to visit for any outdoors individual, nature nut, or picture-savvy people. A true beauty.

Gold Reef City

Theme park bitches.

This place has rollercoasters, casinos, theaters, many restaurants, and much much more. If you want to get away from all of that nature and history junk as mentioned earlier… give this place a throw.

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

V&A Waterfront

This beachfront is a wicked trip that you wouldn’t expect to find in South Africa. You’ll feel right as if you’re on the streets of a New Jersey coastal city / New Orleans… combined. Check it.

Johannesburg Zoo

It’s a zoo…

It’s a zoo… what did you think would be there? It’s a zoo… bitches

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Reasons to see Argentina

May 07

 The steaks

These aren’t your Burger King recycled shit burgers

You may not think it at first, but most Argentina beef producers still use the older methods of pasture and grass feeding for their cattle… which many of you may know… make for some of the best burgers will ever have in your life. So get there while you can before they switch to mass farming methods of the U.S. with feed lots grain feeding. Get your ass a pure burger of goddamn awesomeness.

Glaciers National Park

Beauty… bitches

Here you will see a South American splendor unlike many you will ever see… towers glaciers dumping their ice into the cold waters below. This is a picturesque location for anyone visiting Argentina.

Festivals

Yes… please

Argentina is like many South American countries in that they know how to party… a lot. Here you will find the Buenos Aries hosts festivals all year long. Here you will find anything from film and fashion festivals, to Oktoberfest and countless other drinking and partying celebrations. You are not to be disappointed my friends.

Salta

Salta… bitches

This city is a hotbed for all thing beautiful and cultural. Valleys, multi-colored rock formation, festivals, local food with flare, culture, and history… this city has it and it’s sure to impress you. No worries about being stranded or horse rentals as this major city has car rentals for tourists also.

The Wine

Argentina vineyard… bitches

Argentina is the fifth largest wine producer by volume. There are wineries all over Argentina for you to find where you can tour the location and sample their specials. It is truly magnificent wine you will find here that you won’t likely find this fine Argentinean wine many other places in the world.

Iguazu Falls

Iguazu Falls. Pronounce the name right… I dare you… bitches

These falls are one of the most popular tourist destinations in Argentina. Upon visiting the Iguazu Falls, Eleanor Roosevelt exclaimed: “Poor Niagara!” professing her joys in visiting these amazing falls. Check out these beautiful waterfalls with guided tours, trek it yourself, or enjoy the watersports you can experience at its base.

I had to put two pictures… bitches

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A bucket list of things for you

Apr 30

Just in case you have no imagination or lust for adventure whatsoever in your life I have for you here a partial bucket list of my own for you. Imitate it, modify it, or scrap it and do your own… just do it (not in the douche bag Nike shoe company sense at least).

Jump out of a perfectly fine goddamn plane

Skydive yeah

Bungee Jump

Need I say more?

Learn to Snowboard

It’s that awesome… and then some… bitches.

Do the Running of the Bulls

I’ve always wanted to get run over by 2 tons of awesomeness

Participate in a riot

Who hasn’t wanted to be that guy?

Do a cross country car rally

This goes hand in hand with another item on my bucket list… have an awesome crash (surviving maybe) in a super car

Jet ski in the ocean

Uh… yes

Stay at an ice hotel

How cool would that honestly be? … see what I did there?

Visit an ice cave

That place looks so… cool. Man I’m funny.

 

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