To explore Ta Phin village, it is recommended for travelers to spend one day strolling up and down 12 kilometers of hilly terrain from Sapa to Ta Phin where H’Mong and Red Dao minorities live. They will see them working in their terraced paddy fields and traveling back and forth from the market to their [...]
Archive for April, 2010
South America is a continent of extremes, and there is not just one, but thousands of reasons to explore the human and natural wonders of this remarkable landmass. South America’s expansive human history is visible through some of the best preserved ruins in the world. The fusion of Spanish, Portuguese and native cultures is evident [...]
No wonder Europe is one of the most sought after destinations on the travel list. With 47 countries, Europe is a continent steeped in history, a land of abundant wine and beer, with an exceptional art glory. Traveling Europe may be a never-ending affair. Mount Elbrus, Tara River Canyon, Päijänne Lake, Dettifoss- the most powerful [...]
South Africa is one big beautiful tapestry of colour with blinding beauty, all-embracing diversity and warm, wonderful people. It is a nation in the process of reinventing and re-defining itself, often with painful memories and even more painful challenges. But it is one of the nations on earth constantly questioning how best to move forward [...]
Just think of the greatest adventurers who ever lived and the greatest journeys ever undertaken: the Jews, Marco Polo, Christopher Columbus and Charles Darwin come to mind. All of them had compelling reasons for setting off on dangerous journeys into the unknown. What they found (in their cases the Promised Land, China, America and evolution [...]
Have you already decided to go with Expat Living? Well, then you really need to know which investment to go with. It does not matter whether you are working overseas or you have just retired and just looking for a way to save on your taxes; offshore investment is the best way to go.
New Zealand is an island nation located in the western part of southern Pacific Ocean. The country has two main islands, namely, the island’s north and south of the island, and a number of smaller islands. The total area covered by New Zealand east of 2.68.670 square kilometres. The highest point east of the country [...]
Ohio is the US’ 7th largest state in terms of population. With the influx of travelers visiting the region, it is best to take note of its laws and other things. This will not only ensure an enjoyable trip to Ohio but a safe one as well. Ohio is at the United States’ Midwestern state. [...]
If you are going to volunteer abroad in Zambia, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Mozambique or any of the other countries of the region you are going to need to ask your doctor which shots for Africa you need. Occasionally someone decides to travel without the proper vaccinations but it is certainly not recommended. At worst, getting immunized [...]
A trip to Peru is fascinating and magical. Travel Peru’s varied scenery, from desert coastline to lush mountains and fertile valleys, sampling its tasty seafood and absorbing its ancient culture among the most interesting experiences in South America. Sightseeing in Peru is an other-worldly experience. It offers a plethora of scenic landscapes as well as [...]