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Thailand Travel Information | Lonely Planet Destination Guide worldguide | shop | thorn tree forum | travel services | travel ticker | theme guides | on the road | postcards | travel links : Explore Thailand Thailand Sun, tom yum and spiritual enlightenment. At a Glance Fast Facts WORLDGUIDE Introduction Background Info See Image Gallery Events Transport Money General RELATED Thorn Tree Forum Postcards Travel Links More Places Check out our other destinations: Within Thailand Bangkok Chiang Mai Phuket View Map Click here Feature Attraction Ancient City Ancient City ( Meuang Boran ), south of Bangkok, is billed as the largest open-air museum in the world. Over 100 of Thailand's most impressive monuments ... more The Kingdom of Thailand draws more visitors than any other country in southeast Asia with its irresistible combination of breathtaking natural beauty, inspiring temples, renowned hospitality, robust cuisine and ruins of fabulous ancient kingdoms. From the stupa-studded mountains of Mae Hong Son and the verdant limestone islands of the Andaman Sea, to the pulse-pounding dance clubs of Bangkok and the tranquil villages moored along the Mekong River, Thailand offers something for every type of traveller. When To Go Thailand's monsoons arrive around July and last into November (the 'rainy season') and can be quite uncomfortable to deal with. This is followed by a dry, cool period from November to mid-February, followed by much higher relative temperatures from March to June. By far the best time to visit is from February to March when the weather is kind and the beaches are at their finest. The peak seasons are August, November,December, February and March, with secondarypeak months in January and July.If your main objective is to avoid crowdsand to take advantage of discounted roomsand low-season rates, you should considertravelling during the least crowded months(April, May, June, September and October).On the other hand it's not difficult to leavethe crowds behind, even during peak months,if you simply avoid some of the most populardestinations (eg, Chiang Mai and all islandsand beaches). Tsunami/Conflict in Southern Thailand Thailand's Andaman coast suffered damage and loss of life in the Indian Ocean tsunami of December 2004. While much of the area has now fully recovered, travellers are advised to keep checking our tsunami-specific information, stories and downloads at Tsunami Updates . The southern provinces of Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat and Songkhla should to be avoided due to indiscriminate bombing by suspected Muslim militants. Thailand's border with Myanmar contains a volatile mixture of land mines, bandits, smugglers and rebels, and is prone to occasional low-level military stoushes. Check the latest consular information for the most up-to-date information. Factoid Love your Ghosts Many Thai houses or buildings have spirit houses, which are places for the spirits ofthe site to live in. Without this vital structure you're likely to have the spirits living inthe house with you, which can cause all sorts of trouble. An average spirit house looks rather like abirdhouse-sized Thai temple mounted on a pedestal. A big hotel may have a shrine covering 100 sq m (1076 sq ft) or more.How do you ensure that the spirits take up residence in your spirit house rather than in the mainhouse with you? Mainly by making the spirit house a more auspicious place to live in than the mainbuilding, through daily offerings of food, flowers, candles and incense. The spirit house should alsohave a prominent location and should not be shaded by the main house. Thus its position has to beplanned from the very beginning and the house installed with due ceremony. If your own house isimproved or enlarged, the spirit house should be as well. 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Argentina Travel Info: General

Argentina Travel Guide - Argentine Wine Guide Home Argentine Wine Guide Argentine Wine Guide Argentina has very recently become a world-renowned wine producer. Although the artform is relatively new to Argentina, the wines produced have left lasting impressions on enthusiasts everywhere. Here is the traveler's, and wine lover's, guide to the wines of Argentina. Introduction to the Wines of Argentina The history of wine-making in Argentina is very unique and offers insight into what makes Argentine wines, and this wine region so special. More Wine Varieties in Argentina A number of great wines are grown to perfection in Argentina. Learn about each variety in this section of the Argentine Wine Guide. More More -- Welcome Argentina Wine Guide WelcomeArgentina Wine Guide This section of WelcomeArgentina.com contains a great deal of information about wines and wine-making in Argentina.Learn what wines are made in Argentina, where to buy wine, along with how wine is made and instructions on serving the end result. Other Wine Resources Visit our partner websites for more information on wine in Argentina and the world. More Get the most from your Argentine vacation. Let the travel professionals at AR Tourism arrange the perfect vacation for you, while saving you money and eliminating the inconvenience of handling overseas arrangements. AR Tourism - Argentina Vacation Travel Agency Argentina Regions | Patagonia | Iguazu Falls | Perito Moreno, Calafate Buenos Aires Guide | Side-Trips | Recoleta | City Center Argentina Golfing Guide | Argentina Skiing Guide Sitemap © 2005 AR Tourism, LLC FOR MORE INFO: eMail: info@allaboutar.com Argentine Wine Guide History Varieties Resources Visit Mendoza Take a wine tasting tour when you visit the beautiful city and region of Mendoza with AR Tourism. More Introduction to Argentina Travel Info: General Information Transportation Travel Facts Safety Planning a Trip Argentina: Buenos Aires Regions in Argentina Sports Activities People & Culture Argentine Tango History of Argentina Other Stuff: About Us Links

France Travel Cheat Sheets

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AUSTRIA Travel Guide Overview

VirtualTourist.com - Austria Travel Guide - Pictures, Tips and Reviews Austria Travel Guide. Tips, Reviews & Photos plus Hotels, Restaurants, Activities & More in Austria member log in | join for free! | help Home Travel Guides Hotels Flights Deals NEW! Members Meetings & Events Do It Yourself Guides Forums AUSTRIA Travel Guide Overview | Hotels | Forum | Things To Do | Top Member Pages | Deals | Members | Meetings & Events Home » Travel Guides » Europe » Austria Destinations Members Keywords Sponsored Links for Austria Visit Austria for Less Escorted Tours & Vacation Getaways Enter to win a trip for 2 to Europe Marriott Hotels Enjoy stylish luxury hotels with Marriott's new rooms. Book now. Costa Rica Vacation $995 10 Day Escorted Tour, All Inclusive 53 Years. Smart Shoppers Compare. Hotels Compare Prices, View Photos & More! Low Rates Guaranteed - Book Now Atlantis, Paradise Island Vacation in paradise at the most unique resort in the Bahamas. Austria Hotel Rates City: Check-In Date: Check-Out Date: Guests: 1 2 3 4 Hotels by OneTime.com Austria Forum Join a Discussion nine day vacation itinerary help (4 replies, 9:28 AM Dec. 19, 2005) need some advice (1 replies, 4:43 PM Dec. 14, 2005) Cheap motels/hotels in Vienna ? (7 replies, 11:37 AM Dec. 19, 2005) Be the first to reply to these questions Austria in winter (no replies yet) Austria in winter (no replies yet) Weather??? (no replies yet) » All Austria Discussions » Post a Austria Discussion Travel Resources Car Rental Cruises Vacations Luggage NEW! Austria Deals 106 - Vienna to Semmering incl. hotel for the weekend (1 comment, 9:25 AM Dec. 20, 2005) -50% on all trains for seniors !! (0 comments, 8:28 AM Nov. 10, 2005) -50% for all trains when you are under 25 (1 comment, 9:16 AM Nov. 27, 2005) » All Austria Deals » Post a Austria Deal FREE VT Deals Newsletter great deals, inside tips & no spam Popular Austria Hotels In: Vienna Salzburg Innsbruck Graz Melk Klagenfurt Austria Flight Rates From: To: Departure Date: Anytime Morning Afternoon Evening Midnight 01:00 AM 02:00 AM 03:00 AM 04:00 AM 05:00 AM 06:00 AM 07:00 AM 08:00 AM 09:00 AM 10:00 AM 11:00 AM Noon 01:00 PM 02:00 PM 03:00 PM 04:00 PM 05:00 PM 06:00 PM 07:00 PM 08:00 PM 09:00 PM 10:00 PM 11:00 PM Return Date: Anytime Morning Afternoon Evening Midnight 01:00 AM 02:00 AM 03:00 AM 04:00 AM 05:00 AM 06:00 AM 07:00 AM 08:00 AM 09:00 AM 10:00 AM 11:00 AM Noon 01:00 PM 02:00 PM 03:00 PM 04:00 PM 05:00 PM 06:00 PM 07:00 PM 08:00 PM 09:00 PM 10:00 PM 11:00 PM Passengers: 1 2 3 4 Flights by OneTime.com Austria Local time: 11:40 pm Wednesday, December 28, 2005. TravelPro Sale - LuggageGuru.com Great hotels from $53/pp. Hotels in Austria Flights to Austria Map NEW! Members living here: 1,356 Member tips: 16,814 Member pictures: 27,169 Popular Destinations in Austria Vienna Salzburg Innsbruck Graz Melk Klagenfurt Hallstatt Linz Steyr Baden Bregenz Schnbrunn Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut Mariazell Kleinzell Kitzbhel Schneeberg Villach Nauders Semmering Wiener Neustadt Krems an der Donau Sankt Johann in Tirol Hall in Tirol Drnstein » More Destinations in Austria Regions in Austria Bundesland Burgenland Bundesland Karnten Bundesland Niedersterreich Bundesland Obersterreich Bundesland Salzburg Bundesland Steiermark Bundesland Tirol Bundesland Vorarlberg Bundesland Wien Top Pages About Austria 1. sterreich / Austria by globetrott 75 Tips 112 Pictures 2. Paul2001's Austria Page by Paul2001 37 Tips 54 Pictures 3. Aeiou? by mtncorg 19 Tips 20 Pictures 4. Keeweechic's Austria by keeweechic 25 Tips 27 Pictures 5. 2 Visits And 1 Conclusion... Stunning!! by nhcram 17 Tips 24 Pictures » View all rated pages (159) » View newest pages » Build your own Austria page Tips and Photos about Austria in General Overview General Tips Tips: 443 - Pictures: 336 Restaurants Tips: 93 - Pictures: 49 Hotels and Accommodations Tips: 144 - Pictures: 90 Things To Do Tips: 516 - Pictures: 447 Nightlife Tips: 75 - Pictures: 49 Off the Beaten Path Tips: 174 - Pictures: 148 Tourist Traps Tips: 34 - Pictures: 18 Warnings or Dangers Tips: 64 - Pictures: 33 Transportation Tips: 124 - Pictures: 78 Local Customs Tips: 108 - Pictures: 71 Packing Lists Tips: 34 - Pictures: 22 Shopping Tips: 15 - Pictures: 12 Sports Travel Tips: 19 - Pictures: 18 » See tips about a specific place in Austria More Sponsored Links for Austria Priceline Hotel Discounts Great Low Prices, Pictures, and Guest Reviews. Shop. Compare. Save. Hotels Find Low Rates, Nearby Attractions & Dining, Hotel Pics, Maps & More! Find the Hotels You Want Hotel Photos, Info & Virtual Tours Save up to 50% on hotels at Expedia Find: Destinations Members Keywords Matching: Advanced About VT | Contact Us | Site Tour | Advertising | Local Merchant Login | Travel Tools | VT Chat | VT Gear | Help User Agreement | Privacy Statement Virtual Tourist® ©1994-2005 VirtualTourist.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Mexico Travel

Tulum Mexico Travel Information : TravelYucatan.com Tulum Mexico Travel Information Tulum Mayan Riviera Mexico TULUM MEXICO Tulum Mexico is the combination of a beach [coastline], archeological zone, and town. You could say that there are three distinct zones making up what people commonly refer to as Tulum. TULUM RUINS Tulum ruins are located 130 km south of Cancun. The "Tulum Archeological Zone" is the first distinct zone. You can't miss the ruins driving along Hwy 307 either in a rental vehicle or in a bus/collectivo. There are numerous signs and there is a big pink hotel on the corner. Tulum ruins are approximately 1 km down a road towards the coast. There is a large market there as well as a few fast food restaurants. Along the road towards the ruins on your immediate right is where the Mayan Pole Flyers do their pole flying. They perform throughout the day and you can sit and watch. Tulum ruins has one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. You can jump in the water at Tulum ruins and swim north to Boca Paila [we have done this]. TULUMS HOTELS For current Tulum hotel and resort information including rates, availability and secure on-line reservations please see: Tulum Hotels and Resorts Cancun Airport to Tulum Transfer Information TULUM PHOTOS Click on Image to Enlarge Restaurants Restaurant Main 307 Strip Mini Super Tulum Taqueria Maya at Ruins Ruins Beach North Ruins Beach South Tulum Ruins Beach TULUM BEACH Boca Paila has yet to be invaded by the all-inclusive resorts and remains as one of the last popular bastions of hedonistic culture in the Riviera. Along the beach you find inexpensive cabana's for rent [no reservation needed] and the odd drink stand/BBQ joint. Clothing is optional. Snorkeling along the coast here is not that good. Lots of sand and weeds. Tulum Beach can be accessed through a number of points. You can walk in via the road that takes you to the ruins. Just keep following the road south when it hits the ruins. This same road takes you to the Sian Kaan Biosphere and Punta Allen. You can access the beach by walking through an opening or access point from the road. There is also access at Tulum Pueblo. TULUM PUEBLO Tulum Pueblo is either a small city or a large town; it is hard to say. This is where many of the locals live who work in the nearby resorts and hotels. Many support workers such as bus drivers and construction workers live here as well. It is a diverse population with everything from computer programmers to dive instructors. You enter Tulum Pueblo on Hwy 307. Along the highway is the tourista zona and there is shop after shop selling everything and anything. Lots of tortilla stands, restaurants, pharmacies and other kinds of stores. There are dive shops, tour companies, car rental agencies but no bank or bank machine, go figure. The closest bank machine is at Hacienda Isabela [Bahia Principe Resort]. Off of the highway are residential streets with people living in houses and businesses. BUS INFORMATION There are two bus terminals in Tulum, one near the Pemex station, open to the public from 9: 00 to 18: 00 hrs. The other is located in town and is open 24hrs. Both provide first & second class bus service. The collectivo also stops in town on Hwy 307. You can take the collectivo from Tulum to Playa del Carmen for 15 pesos. TAXI There are 2 main taxi stands. Just look for the line up of taxis. Usually you do not have to look for a taxi as they are constantly driving by looking for fares. TOURIST INFORMATION / POLICE The Police station as well as the library, the Mayor's Office and the Tourist Information Office are located beside the baseball field. The Post Office is located on the main avenue [Hwy 307]. ENGLISH SPANISH hello hola please por favor beer cerveza thanks gracias bathroom bao travelers de viajero cash efectivo credit credito bank el banco open abierto MAYAN RIVIERA Overview Photos Choosing a Hotel Hotel List Hotel Maps Group Hotel Rates Getting Around Map FAQ Weather Ruin Sites Things To Do DESTINATIONS Puerto Morelos Playa del Carmen Playacar Calica Puerto Aventuras Xpu-Ha Kantenah Paamul Akumal Chemuyil Xcacel Tulum OF INTEREST What's All Inclusive? Vacation Info Montezuma Revenge Mayan Riviera Airport Transfers Mark every piece of luggage inside and outside with your last nameand first initial only. Do not use a title [Mz.] Do not put your homeaddress or destination address on the luggage unless yourdestination is a hotel or resort. Mayan Arts & Crafts The Mexican name for the Atlantic coastal region of the Yucatan Peninsula is "Riviera Maya". The English translation is either Maya Riviera or Mayan Riviera. It is used all three ways in this web site. Can't find what you're looking for here, try... | Cancun | Chichen Itza | Merida | Uxmal | Isla Holbox | | Mayan Riviera | Playa del Carmen | Cozumel | Isla Mujeres | Last Mod: November 2, 2005 2005 TravelYucatan.com v3.1 Description: Mayan Riviera Mexico Vacation Information. Travel Information for the Mayan Riviera Mexico