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Lyon has had many accolades over the years from being the historic European centre of silk, the ancient capital of the Gauls to the birthplace of cinema and more recently the world capital of gastronomy, Lyon seems to have it all. It is after-all, heralded as France’s second city – after Paris – and as it is built on the banks of two rivers and between two hills, the bridge-hopping, hill climbing experience adds a new dimension to the way you explore a city that was once an industrial hub.
The city offers a blend of old architecture and new cuisine, of traditional crafts and avant-garde art that is likely to appeal to even the most exigent traveller. .>> http://snip.ly/y4rre
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Travel guide publisher Lonely Planet has released its annual list of the best places to visit in Europe, this year opting for a mix of the usual suspects (Venice, the Dordogne) and a scattering of off-the-beaten track places such as the Dutch island of Texel.
Topping the list is the the Peloponnese, a region often overlooked by travellers to Greece, who tend to visit the islands or build a sightseeing trip around Athen’s iconic Acropolis..... Read more ..... http://stfi.re/yozvbbb
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Phew! What a difficult task it is to form comparisons. And if it’s destinations as thrilling and mind-blowing as the tropical paradises of Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, and Thailand, you could go on writing page after page of soaring descriptions and still get nowhere close to deciding which one works best for you. Well, let’s give it a shot. If you’re in a pickle and can’t decide where to head next with your beach gear or simply want to store a good bit of information for the future, read on for an epic match; Maldives vs Mauritius vs Seychelles vs Sri Lanka vs Thailand. Grabbed the popcorn? Holding on to your seats? Let’s start. >> http://snip.ly/bkefl
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By Hazel Plush, travel writer UUzbekistan was the focus of a rare media flurry this week when an Egyptair plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Urgench after a bomb hoax. Chances are it was the first time many people had taken any time to consider this little-visited Central Asian country, but what does it have up its sleeve for travellers? Here’s everything you need to know… It’s a snippet of the Silk Road’s best bits…
If you’re intrigued by the ancient Silk Road but don’t have the time to travel its length from China to Turkey, you’ll find three of the route’s most important cities in Uzbekistan. Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand were key stop-offs for traders, and have all been painstakingly restored to their former glory – think glittering minarets, voluptuous domes and hypnotic mosaics. With a little planning you can squeeze them all into a week (handily, Uzbekistan Airways’ Heathrow-Tashkent service departs on Friday evenings and returns a week later), making this the perfect bite of Silk Road splendour....... >> http://stfi.re/wdalrjz
Cambodia is located in Southeast Asia and is bordered by Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand. It is on the Gulf of Thailand and the Mekong River runs through the country into the Tonle Sap. It is becoming a popular tourist destination, particularly for Europeans and Australians. It is a bit more difficult for Americans to fly there, but as tourism becomes more popular, more and Americans are heading to Cambodia due to it being a more exotic destination. This country has a very interesting history and culture that we really enjoyed learning about and experiencing first hand. Also, just in case you were wondering,Angkor = city. Angkor Wat
Angkor Wat is the largest religious monument in the world and the most visited tourist attraction in Cambodia. It was originally built for the Hindu god Vishnu, but over time became a Buddhist temple and was cared for by monks. On our trip, this was really talked up and hyped up so much that by the time we actually got there we couldn’t help but feelslightly disappointed. We are not entirely sure why, but we were hoping for more. This is not to say that it is not an interesting place to visit with important historical meaning; it just did not ‘WOW’ us like we were expecting. Others in our tour group also expressed this. While Angkor Wat is surely worth visiting and taking the time to explore, there are also other interesting temples and ruins nearby that might be even more impressive....... >> http://ln.is/NeEmT
Despite its flashy, tall buildings, Dubai is a very conservative city. But the city’s warm weather and luxurious shopping has put it on the map as one of the top destinations for travelers. So if this city in the United Arab Emirates is calling your name, here are 10 tips for safe travel and fun times in Dubai.
1. Visit between October and April.
Dubai only has two seasons — hot and hotter. The months between October and April, known as the winter season, bring blue skies and perfect beach weather to the city. It’s also the rainy season, but typically rain showers don’t last too long so don’t let this factor affect your travel dates. ..... >> http://stfi.re/lwrdopl
