Male Airport, [...]]]> Republic of Maldives is located in the Indian Ocean, near Sri Lanka. In 2004, several islands in the Maldives was hit by the tsunami. From Singapore, there are daily flights to the Maldives 08:30 ETD and eta 22:30 (time of 2 hours behind Maldives from Jakarta, with a flying time of about 4.5 hours).

Male Airport, very simple. Only consists of two parts, namely ordinary airport runway and the airport with water for seaplane. This airport is located on the island Hulule, about 2 km from the capital Male. Here we must take dhonny. Dhonny is the term for motor boat crossing to Male.

Male city streets is very narrow and a lot of motors, because the island is quite small, with a population of nearly 150,000 people. The population in the Maldives itself is around 300,000 people. You will only need a very short time when you up the coast Maldives.

It consists of Maldives atoll archipelago which lies about 800 km from North to South. Most consist of the resort, around the 80s, managed by international hotel chains such as Hilton, Fourseason and others.

Marine and Maldives coastal scenery is very beautiful, clear blue sea and a few places, we can also see the bottom of the sea and the fish. For those who like diving, snorkelling, fishing, maybe this is an interesting place. Yatch diving package with, for a week around USD 1800-USD 3000.00 depending on the type and service yatch

Food here is much influenced India, such as curry. They used to eat with rotti (like parata, martabak thin) and tuna fish. Tuna fish and big fish are the main food. Uniquely, they just take the meat. Meanwhile, the bone and its contents discarded. Similarly, chicken, without bones. Only small fish used as bait fishing.

If you have chance and want to visit Maldives, you are advised to visit with a ride Villifushi Island Seaplane. In this small plane you will have unique experience with the aircraft crew including the pilot and co pilot, because they are also look like the tourists who are only wearing shorts and barefoot. From aircraft passenger about 15 people, you’ll see a group of atolls which is very beautiful.

After that, you will be bring to the Island Villifushi using speed boat, because the aircraft may only resort decent landing a distance from Villifushi. Villifushi Island is an island devastated when the tsunami hit in 2004 and is currently being rebuilt as a new settlement for the people of Maldives.

Although you will be greeted by a fairly blistering hot weather, you should not miss fishing activities. Because fishing in the waters of this island is very easy, no skill. While you place your bait with a barge, you can get a fish with a fairly large size. And fresh fish can be found if you directly.

Another case in Dhaaru, locations with a population of around 1500 people, the facilities at this place practically ordered enough with slick, modern and clean. There are western lifestyle in this place.

So do not be surprised if this place you will be treated to a variety of foods that you’ve probably never felt like a piece of tuna fish, boiled without skin and bones and is only eaten with fresh chili and lime

Well, if you include people who like the challenge, you can use to return to Male dhonny with tempuah time approximately 12 hours. We left the cluster of Islands Atoll, your eyes will only see the expanse of blue ocean, communications equipment such as mobile phones you also can not use because there’s no signal.

What makes you feel awe is when the dolphins greet you on the right or left side of your boat riding, occasional crew went up to see the island destination.

With one of this tour you will get some pleasant experience, especially when the seaplane ride and a traditional boat dhonny. Certainly, the experience you can tell your friend, colleague, and your beloved family. You want to try it, go ahead.

Marakesh is very rich by historical relic, because [...]]]> Located in the southwestern slopes of the Atlas Mountains, about 150 km south of Rabat. Because quite far from the capital city, Marakesh is sometimes missed a short tour of the agenda. Marakesh, is the third largest city in Morocco after Casablanca modern metropolis, and the capital Rabat.

Marakesh is very rich by historical relic, because in the 11th century. Marakesh becomes the capital of the Kingdom of Maghribi Almoravids. An Arab-Berber dynasty (North African) who had gave birth to the rulers of Andalusia (Spain) when it was under Muslim rule (750-1492).

Traces of past glory Almoravids, still looking at the traditional markets that highlight the cultural nuances of the Berbers, the stalls selling sweets typical of the Atlas Mountains, where the buildings make pottery “ceramic blue” highly admired by fans of trinkets home decoration, gate- city gates equipped with solid iron doors, the towers made from red brick and a half orange.

Old buildings are still preserved intact, including along the mosque jami Kutubia Tower, an old gate Babul Aquino, Souqul Madina (city market). Tourism bureaus in Rabat or Casablanca Marakesh as always promote the Arab cultural arts center typical North African Berbers which still survive the onslaught of modernization.

In “Souqul Madina” for instance, there are many style metal jewelry of gold, platinum, bronze, brass, and copper, became an icon souvenirs. Also perfume packaged in unique containers Interestingly, both glass bottles and ceramic, natural perfume smell that comes from flowers, grass or leaves and woody native Atlas Mountains.

Crowded market mood does not felt thanks to a light breeze from the holes in the roof height. Plus tinkling mandolin and lute, sing songs to accompany the desert.

If by chance we are in Marakesh during the fasting month, in a large field, or plaza near Kutubia Mosque, the largest Jami mosque in Marakesh, where pedestrians, street vendors, as well as the renderer for a variety of attractions, gathered up state of frenzy.

Shouts a voice, chat, songs, mingled with a variety of wasp musical accompaniment variety show. There is magic, acrobats, clowns, and more. Everything is interesting to watch, while waiting for the azan evening come.

The renderer attraction “folk art”, not just natives Marakesh, or came from other cities in Morocco, such as Rabat, or Casablanca. But also from abroad. Among others, Senegal, Mauritania, Nigeria, Tunisia, Algeria. Anyway multi ethnic and multi nation. The most attention is a magician. Using a cotton rope, rattan, live cobras and black cloth-covered wooden box.

If the sun set, boisterous event that suddenly quiet. Marakesh square becomes empty because all the people flocked to mosques Kutibia, to go eat a meal futures (tajil) parties, such as water mixed with powdered tea “kardamon” (kapol) and half-ripe fruit fresh dates.

After evening prayers, breaking a new staple food which is “couscous” a kind of crisps made from corn, dipped in gravy curry goat or camel meat is tasty greasy. This main menu, accompanied by the “kebab” keratan shaped like skewers of meat stabbed.

Ingredients made from peanuts collision, thick soy sauce, lime juice. Also provided the yogurt mixed sliced tomatoes and onions, if kebabs lovers want the other flavors and tastes.

Come by and take a break in Marakesh, it has its own impression, the impression we get is not easy and we forget all our lives. Especially for those tourists who just passed last night for two nights in the ancient city full of history.

1. Lanikai Oahu For those who are on vacation to the United States, come and try to pull over into the interior of Hawaii, [...]]]> Almost in every country has a beautiful beach. Starting from a small village in Thailand’s beaches, beaches in the Caribbean Sea to the South Pacific region. These are some of most beautiful beaches:

1. Lanikai Oahu
For those who are on vacation to the United States, come and try to pull over into the interior of Hawaii, because there are beautiful beaches named Lanikai on Oahu.

This beach has a panoramic view ideal for visitors. In addition to the white sand and crystal clear water, Lanikai Oahu is often used as an area of Victoria Secret bathing suit contest.

2. Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Bora Bora is a former French colony island near Tahiti. This beach is often used as a paradise for couples who want to honeymoon. (Romantic heaven on earth).

Not just the beach that become a fascination Bora Bora, behind the beach resorts also have a beautiful panoramic mountain named Mount Otemanu.

3. The Maldives
If you’re in India or Sri Lanka, you should stop for a moment in the state the Republic of Maldives since there is a coral island surrounded by shallow sea. The luxurious bungalows of The Maldives, which become the main target for visitors.

4. Parque Nacional Tayrona, Colombia
Colombia has an ideal beach, such as the Parque Nacional Tayrona. In this beach you will find a panorama of the beach, surrounded by hedge trees like a forest. Not to mention the clarity of the seawater which indicate that this beach has not been contaminated by a waste.

5. Fernando de Noronha, Brazil
Fernando de Noronha is an archipelago located in Brazil near the Atlantic Ocean. Some models and other selebiriti often seen on luxury resorts during the holidays arrive Noronha, although their arrival the previous secret.

6. Tenerife, Canary Islands
Tenerife is a favorite place for British people and Europeans. They gathered on the black volcanic sand beach on the island Kanari dominant.

7. Seychelles Islands
Seychelles has the best beaches in Africa and even very suitable for diving (diving) in the Indian Ocean. Renowned artists such as Paul McCartney was the first person who comes to luxury resorts there, and other artists who come just to enjoy the beach panorama.

8. Marquesas Islands
This looks like a volcanic island of Hiva Oa, which is the second largest island in the Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia country. No need to worry about looking for accommodation in this tropical jungle island, because the area is already equipped with a bungalow-class bungalow. The wild horses dance as a spectacle full of exotic on an island that is located 800 miles northeast of Tahiti.

9. Palm Beach, Aruba
Palm Beach is a beautiful beach in Oranjestad (Orange City), Aruba, which lies near the coast of Venezuela and the Caribbean Sea. Various hotels and shopping centers have long stood as a very adequate public facilities.

Unlike many areas in the Caribbean, the former Dutch colony has a dry and arid climate, so filled with landscape plants such as cactus.

10. Phi Phi Islands, Thailand
This island near Phuket, Thailand, which offers panoramic views, such as beaches, caves and waterfalls are hidden in remote areas. Although the area is remote, but Phi Phi beach is once used as a shooting location filming of The Beach.

The existence of many temples scattered in the country is actually built as [...]]]> Temple seems to be a part that can not be separated for the birth of the Indonesian culture. Every inch of carved stone temple has its own story, until finally creating so many legends about the history or past life of this country.

The existence of many temples scattered in the country is actually built as a place of public worship at that time embraced the Hindu or Buddhist beliefs. However, not only a place of worship for the gods, but also there are several temples built as a palace, monastery, gate, to the bathhouse. No exception, the temple was built to honor the king who had died.

Construction of a temple is not arbitrary, but based on the terms and conditions originating from the book Vastusastra or Silpasastra.

One part of the book is Vastusastra from Manasara South India contains the standards to make the temple and all its components. In fact, including architectural design profane, form cities, villages, fortresses, temples placement in cities or villages complex, and many more.

Some of the requirements to build the temple also became an important part contained in the book. One condition is the sacred building should be erected near water, such as river water (mainly near the confluence of two rivers, lakes, sea), even if there is no river water should be made of artificial pond or put a vase of water near the entrance of the shrine it. In addition to near the water, the best place to establish a temple which is at the top of the hill, on a mountainside, in the forest and the valley.

These provisions also apply to Borobudur Temple. Temple is the pride of Indonesia, located near the confluence of the Elo and the Progo River, in the village of Borobudur, Magelang, Central Java.

Grandeur and beauty of this temple has been heard at the international world. In fact, had become part of the Seven Wonders of the World a few years ago.

The temple has 1460 relief panels and 504 Buddha was built by King Samaratungga in the era of Old Mataram Kingdom, the work completed in the year 824 AD. Places of worship are shaped berundak punden consisting of ten levels.

Levels in Borobudur interpreted as stages of human life. Starting from a bound man with a passion or Kamadhatu. Then, Rupadhatu, the man has been free from lust but, still tied to appearance and shape. Then, there are levels of human meaning Arupadhatu been freed from lust, appearance and shape. Until finally, to the highest level, Arupa, none other than Nirvana, where Buddha is residing.

Another case with the Prambanan temple. Hindu temple was built by two kings, and Rakai Rakai Pikatan Balitung of the 10th century. Located 17 kilometers from the center of Yogyakarta, this beautiful building has three main temples on the first page, the temple of Vishnu, Brahma and Shiva.

Each main temple has accompanying temple facing to the west, namely Nandini for Shiva, Swan to Brahma, and Garuda for Vishnu. In addition, there are two Apit temples, four color and four Temple Temple Angle. Meanwhile, the second page had 224 temples.

Behind the beauty of Prambanan stored legend is well known by the community, namely the story of Roro Jonggrang loved by Bandung Bondowoso. However, because Roro Jonggrang not love him, so he ordered Bandung Bondowoso a thousand temples overnight. Unfortunately, when the temples numbered 999, Roro Jonggrang asked the villagers to pound rice and make a big fire, until Bandung Bondowoso feel cheated, and cursed Roro Jonggrang to stone, as we see now.

Moved to West Java, there Cangkuang Temple. Temple is located on a small island, which is a lake named ditengahnya Cangkuang, Kampung Pulo, Leles subdistrict, Garut, West Java. Cangkuang Temple is a temple was first discovered in West Java and the only Hindu temple, around the 8th century AD, who was in the Land Pasundan.

Discovered in 1966 by researchers, and Uka Harsoyo Candrasasmita, after discovery of Vorderman report in 1893. Rectangular building, on the left side of the viewer or where there are stairs going up and on the north side is the entrance.

Beside of this there is a statue with a broken-down condition, flat face, the hands until the wrist was lost. Overall, the authenticity of Cangkuang only remaining temple of about thirty-five percent, which is now just a reconstruction engineering.

There are many more temples scattered in the archipelago. This cultural wealth must take care and preserve forever. And, deservedly called the State Indonesia Thousand Temple.
]]> http://www.adventures-shop.com/2010/03/19/visiting-the-country-with-thousand-temple/feed/ 0 http://www.adventures-shop.com/2010/03/07/the-important-things-to-prepare-before-hiking/ http://www.adventures-shop.com/2010/03/07/the-important-things-to-prepare-before-hiking/#comments Sun, 07 Mar 2010 22:15:23 +0000 admin http://www.adventures-shop.com/?p=344 Mount Himalaya, Semeru, Bromo, Rinjani and Jaya Wijaya, is a mountain that is always the target nature lovers. Different purposes does not mean no line. All agreed to tread to hike the highest peak.

In essence, after arriving at the top, looking beautiful curve of the mountain and admired the greatness of God, make yourself fall [...]]]> Mount Himalaya, Semeru, Bromo, Rinjani and Jaya Wijaya, is a mountain that is always the target nature lovers. Different purposes does not mean no line. All agreed to tread to hike the highest peak.

In essence, after arriving at the top, looking beautiful curve of the mountain and admired the greatness of God, make yourself fall asleep. Unfortunately, the trip up the mountain is not an easy thing.

Planning and preparation must also be supported by a strong stamina. Not forgetting, carrying various tools a robust and effective. Prepare yourself with enough exercise before you go because it is not impossible to travel through time not in accordance with the plan.

See the latest information is always a mountain to go. Route, post, resorts, and weather. The weather can always change but always penetrating cold in the highlands. Prepare clothes could hold the cold like a sweater or jacket. Also use thick socks, headgear and gloves plus wool shoes or slippers that are not easily torn.

In the post resort, the climbers can unwind with a meal or to stretch my legs fall asleep. For that, take efficient cooking equipment, such as a small paraffin stove and a plate or glass plate made of metal. In addition to food, these devices can be used for cooking. Take instant noodles and boiled eggs easy.

Bringing the camp can make a quieter break. But, if you do not want to add more heavy luggage, a sleeping bag was enough to give comfort. And one more thing, bring a map, compass, clock and a communication tool. If there is, Take a pocket camera, GPS devices and pocket knife to watch.

To be able to carry all that stuff, use a large carrying bag. Besides efficiency, the trip is not disturbed by the number of bags. That way, the hand can be more freely. After all is ready, the adventure begins soon
]]> http://www.adventures-shop.com/2010/03/07/the-important-things-to-prepare-before-hiking/feed/ 0 http://www.adventures-shop.com/2010/01/17/plan-experiences-summer-trips-for-teens/ http://www.adventures-shop.com/2010/01/17/plan-experiences-summer-trips-for-teens/#comments Sun, 17 Jan 2010 07:42:34 +0000 admin http://www.adventures-shop.com/?p=314 When you are going to plan a holiday which bring teenagers, sometimes it can be really hard to know what your teen would prefer and what the best way to make them happy on holiday. However, you have to consider which place that give them experience and something impression. Find the locations in [...]]]> When you are going to plan a holiday which bring teenagers, sometimes it can be really hard to know what your teen would prefer and what the best way to make them happy on holiday. However, you have to consider which place that give them experience and something impression. Find the locations in the world which especially suitable for your teen. You need to do a little research about this.

Ideally when you make a decision to choose the perfect holiday for your teen student, you should consider what are they usually like to do. Would they prefer to go and play on the beach with some friends or going to somewhere lively, discover and exploring new things in the new place that never visited by them before. Those are some choice that should know what your teen like so it is advisable to ask your teen before you arrange their holidays and see what they would prefer to do.

If you think that your teen would prefer to go someplace that makes them learn something new, you have to try out something a little more adventurous. Some of school institution will find Summer Trips for Teens that bring their student and to some places in extraordinary locations. The purpose of this tour is to teach them adventure travel skills in teen community service. The teens and young people will have fun in supportive environment and they will face with the grandeur of nature and realistic challenges. Some of the adventure thing is running whitewater rapids, exhilaration of surfing a wave, for the first time helping in an orphanage that practice them with confidence and courage to make decisions, teamwork, compassion, flexibility, leadership in their community.

Adventure Cross Country is International Teen Travel that provide the youth people and teens with many opportunities to gradually assume leadership, whether by planning the encourage the peers, day’s meals, or motivating the group to continue service work. ARCC will cultivate the youth people to become great leaders, teamwork and encourage peer support. Every participant will be involved in all aspects of the group’s adventure from cleaning, cooking, to leading the group and map reading, follow the classes in Marine Biology and outdoor ethics. The purpose of this travel is to teach all participant skills in positive environment and fun.

At Adventures Cross-Country, the teens will allow to experience the world in unique and exciting ways. Their teen camps appeal to a diverse set of interests and designed to meet every youth people and student’s needs. It is recommended to join them this summer for the adventure and experience of a lifetime.

Real Gold Lotion

Veronica Spa and Skin Care Center located in Malibu, California, this [...]]]> When you hear the word relaxation, massage or body treatment, who can deny it all?! It’s spoiled body, calm mind, and be healthy too. Maybe some of the following quote can be an alternative choice for you who want to relax and adventure.

Real Gold Lotion

Veronica Spa and Skin Care Center located in Malibu, California, this provides facial treatments using the precious metal gold 24 carat. According to the news, when applied to the face, this precious metal will seep into the skin and efficacious to remove wrinkles on the face. Prices are pegged to gold spa is only U.S. $ 400

Fish Therapy

You will find spas that really new here. Sampuoton Spa is located in Selangor, Malaysia, offers body treatments are carried out through the fish. According to the existing therapist, small fish will eat the dead skin cells on the human body. However, not all types of fish that can be used for this type of spa. This place is just using Garra rufa species of fish and fish Obtusa specific cultures imported from Turkey. Although this fish pack will invade your body, but the therapists to ensure you will not feel pain (well, maybe even a little amused). The results of this treatment is the skin smooth, healthy, and of course you go instrumental for making these fish are not hungry anymore.

Artificial therapy Dolphins

However the location is far enough away from the waters, but it doesn’t stop the La Quinta Healing Arts Spa is located in California to experiment with the technology of water. This place offers a superficial treatment of dolphins that performed in a special room. In this room, installed a plasma screen showing images of dolphins who were swimming in the waters. Not only that, for the atmosphere more life therapy, a typical animal sounds clearly reflected the program through the existing speakers. In addition, clients will also be placed on a table that has the ability vibrate. This causes the air below the water feels so real.

Nightingale Stools cream

Perhaps the first impression of disgust will arise when you hear the history of face cream on this one. However, this cream has been used since a long time by Japanese women to maintain their skin’s beauty. Reported nightingale droppings contain enzymes that can make skin look smooth and perfect. Therefore, one of the houses like Diamond Spa Spa located in the Diamond Hawaii Resort & Spa, Maui, Hawaii does not hesitate to take advantage of the dung as part of their treatment cream.

Swish sound of the waves and gusts of wind when the first time come to the beach of Karimun Jawa, Jepara regency.

To get to the island’s area of 1285.5 hectares, it takes 3.5 hours [...]]]> “There is not enough to dive in Karimunjawa in one day.  The words can illustrate how many dive sites can be explored.

Swish sound of the waves and gusts of wind when the first time come to the beach of Karimun Jawa, Jepara regency.

To get to the island’s area of 1285.5 hectares, it takes 3.5 hours by fast boat KMC Kartini I of Port of Tanjung Emas, Semarang, or 3 hours of Kartini Beach, Jepara. If using MI Muria, travel time is 6 hours from Jepara.

Once arrived, you can immediately find lodging that offers services to diving locations. Usually, the inn also rent diving equipment and diving instructor to assist with the cost of Rp 500,000 per day.

If you want more easily, tourists can take diving tour packages offered by travel agency or activist group to follow diving activities. However, the tourist must have a diving license from an official body as a condition of the dive (scuba diving). If no license, can also simply snorkel for underwater beauty can be seen from the surface of the water.

Based on the data of the Karimunjawa Park, there are now 64 genera, 353 species of ornamental fish, nine types of sea grass, and 15 types of sea cucumbers in this area. There are 31 diving points spread over 14 islands to see its beauty, among others, on the island of Big Pine, Menyawakan, Pine Small, Geleang, Kemujan, Tanjung Gelam, Gosong Island, and Krakal Small.

To dive at one point, required at least 30-40 minutes duration. However, travel time to the dive sites ranging from 45-90 minutes from the main island by renting a fishing boat Rp 250,000 to Rp 400,000 per day, depending on a large cargo ship.

Not just coral reefs and marine species. Tourists can also watch and curves along the shipwreck under the sea with Indonor Wreck diving. The shipwrecks lying at a depth of about 18 meters and has become part of the coral reef ecosystem that just presents interesting sights.

Therefore many tourists feel that is not enough to dive in Karimunjawa just in one day. Underwater beauty offers a different sensation with various dive sites.

Hotel Palazzo VersaceSistem pipes filled with refrigerant planted beneath the sand and regulated by the computer to keep the temperature comfortable.

The same coastal systems will also be created at the Palazzo Versace hotel on [...]]]> The first air-conditioned beach in the world has been created in Dubai so that tourists can spend time without fear of sunburn.

Hotel Palazzo VersaceSistem pipes filled with refrigerant planted beneath the sand and regulated by the computer to keep the temperature comfortable.

The same coastal systems will also be created at the Palazzo Versace hotel on the new Arab state.

Travelers want to feel the cool air in summer the temperature reaches 50 ° C. They also can enjoy the cool pool water and gusts of breeze caused by a very large fan.

The leaders in the hotel hoping “miracle” that the hotel will open late next year or early 2010, will attract 800 thousand British tourists who visit Dubai every year.

This five-star hotel connected with famous brand clothing and the way to enjoy the luxuries desired by the rich.

Dubai as a bubble world where everything that happens there can affect the whole world like the ad changes, which lightly ignored by the population so that they can continue their lifestyle is destructive.”