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Going abroad is no longer a dream now. With the increasing number of cheap airline tickets, free stay at home of a fellow backpacker around the world, dreams can come true around the world. All lines of expenditure endeavored to find the lowest possible, even for free.

Backpacker Backpack comes from the word, which means a backpack or rucksack. Meanwhile, people who travel with backpack called a backpacker. So the activity of a journey undertaken by the backpacker called backpacking.

Backpacker travel as synonymous with cheap travel. All lines of expenditure endeavored to find the lowest possible, even for free.

Here are tips for backpacking:

1. Find cheap airline tickets.
often looking for information on these cheap airline tickets. If necessary, register (sign up) to a few websites so if there are cheap flight ticket promo program, you’ll be sent an e-mail.

2. Boxed Art backpack.
Try to pack backpack and light as short as possible. The reason: because it will often change places. In addition, low-cost airlines only allow bags brought into the cabin free of charge a maximum of 7 kg. So, do you bring enough clothes and essentials. An important baseball and forget about complicated than the heavy  backpack, will instead be troublesome journey.

3. Find information through the Internet, magazines, books about destinations would you go so you know exactly what you would do upon arrival.

4. Be careful and vigilant during the trip. Keep your passport, money and other valuables in a special bag and always embedded in the body. Never released in any place.

5. Do not carry anything valuable.
If you bring a notebook and gadgets, so be careful when sleeping in bed dormitory room in backpacker hostels. Use the safety box facility is in a hostel is to store valuables when sleeping and bathing.

6. For female backpacker, do not wear excessive jewelry for backpacking.

Cars are the most suitable transportation when having vacation to a place not too far from your city, But there are several items that must be taken so that your holiday does not fall apart.

Here is a list of items that you should take it and check out when on vacation with a private car.

Map/GPS

You surely already know where to go. But the map will be very helpful when you’re going the wrong way. Technological developments make the map become easier to use. Is a GPS that can guide you to your destination more easily.

Engine Check Up
Before he left has become a mandatory activity to check the condition of the engine. Make sure all oil is in good condition so it does not happen things that are not desirable when in travel.

Important tools
There are several important tools that must be taken if you travel far. These tools include jumper cables, jack, spare tire and a flashlight.

First Aid Kit
You never know what will happen. Therefore, prepare everything from scratch, including First Aid Kit.

Rain Jackets and Umbrellas
You are not going to rain when driving a car. But when there is a problem on the engine when it rains, the raincoats and umbrellas became helpers at critical moments like that.

Louis Vuitton big names in fashion has yet to make a fashion house is pleased with the business. This was proven with the development plan called Chevel Blanc hotel chain.

In its official statement on Vogue, LVMH to build the hotel with the intention to expand the group activities in the field of hospitality and maximize
brand value.

Currently, Chevel Blanc is building two hotels in Oman and Egypt to the planned opening in 2012. Chavel Blanc is the name taken from wineries owned by one conglomerate Louis Vuitton Moet Hennesy.

Chevel Blanc hotel chain first opened in the area ski resorts in France, precisely in Courcheval in the year 2006. For these hotels, Chevel Blanc together with a number of famous designers for interior affairs. The names of participating, designing is Missoni, Giorgio Armani, Christian Lacroix, Ralph Lauren, and Moschino.

Looks like this hotel lodging will be mandatory for the fashionista who was on vacation.

Besides busy preparing for the wedding, the bride must also busy thinking about the honeymoon destination. One of the most important is choosing a hotel for a honeymoon spot.

The aim has been selected. The next step is to determine the hotel where you will pass most of the time during their honeymoon. Many honeymoon destination offering spectacular almost similar. Mountains, white beaches and blue sea, rural life, or the bustle in the city center and shopping area, but that makes your honeymoon so different is the variety of facilities offered by the hotel or resort where you stay. Remember, the more likely you and he will be more “active” in the room than outdoors.

So, do the research.

1. Select the location of the hotel or resort? Want a beach or city center? Or in the mountainous area was quiet and cold? If you are able to determine the location, the search can be narrowed further. If money was provided for a honeymoon on the beach, then rent the cottage which was situated just not on the beach, which is generally the rent will be cheaper. You can still live near the beach and enjoy the same scenery without having to spend three times more expensive.

2. How much money will you spend? Think carefully before selecting an option because you will get a lot of resorts are perfect for honeymooners and (apparently) according to the budget. Consider how long you will stay and how much amount you are willing to spend per night in a hotel.

3. Think about what kind of hotel you want to stay. Hotels can be quite varied from those specifically for couples, adults, general, large resorts, small, up to a boutique hotel. Most hotels are for families and children. Well, if your intentions were indeed free from the hustle and noise, especially noise generated small children, choose a hotel or resort that’s able to realize your expectations. When you examine reviews of hotels and various facilities offered to try to focus on the couple or the honeymooners.

4. Hmm, this one is no less important. What kind of room or suite that you could imagine to enjoy the first night with him? Shopping center is okay to tease the eye, and beautiful scenery also offers a different experience, but he spent much time “qualified” rating with him must be on top of the list you plan your honeymoon? So, think carefully to “indoor activities” that had long you plan to both work flawlessly.

5. Facilities. Hotel costs will usually increase along with accompanying facilities. If you intend to spend the days outside the hotel honeymoon such as shopping, enjoying the scenery to various places, or the cruise there will be some facilities that do not you need at the hotel. But if you intend to spend more time at the hotel, the facility is the key that helped the success of your honeymoon.
Here’s a list of essential facilities to consider:

- 24-hour room service
- Bars
- Casino
- Concierge
- Dive Center
- Fitness center
- Golf Course
- Hot tub – Jacuzzi
- Live entertainment
- Night club
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Spa – Massage
- Water sports – snorkeling, scuba diving, canoes, jet skis

Once you understand all the steps that must be lived, start hunting a hotel or resort that match your style. Try to immediately make a reservation. Especially after struggling to find, select, and filter to obtain the appropriate resorts hope, you certainly would not dream of missing the hotel room was struck by another pair right? Many travel agents can make reservations with advance so you do not have to pay in full in advance. If reservation made through online travel booking site, then you must pay in full.

Tip: Try to contact the hotel directly to make sure you choose the instructions to make reservation. But if there is a travel agent can do for you, so much the better.

Johannesburg
Jo’burg, as it’s known, is the largest city in South Africa, its busy bustling streets lack real beauty. But you’ll be rewarded with wonderful experiences of the real South Africa and the climate is glorious.

Transport: how to get there and around
There is an international airport in Johannesburg which serves domestic as well as international destinations. There is also a bus service that connects with nearby countries.

Weather
The climate in South Africa has great regional variations. Generally hot though it depends on altitude. Summer tends to be very hot in the low lands; upper lands are pleasantly warm but subject to rain and mist. Winters are mild all over the country except at the highest altitudes which are subject to frosts and occasional snowfalls.

Accommodation: Luxury to budget stays
The internet can offer some of the best information on the cost, range and location of hotels in Johannesburg .

Attractions & Events
*To experience the rich cultures of South Africa that were oppressed for so long, be in Johannesburg throughout September and October for the Arts Alive Festival.

*In April the National Exhibition Centre holds the Rand Easter Show.

*September brings the Jazz Festival and also the Gay Pride march is on the last Saturday of the month.
Cape Town
Cape Town is relaxed and laid back, especially in comparison to Johannesburg. The stunning Table Mountain overlooks the city of beautiful landscapes and beaches. It’s a welcoming place, too, with a vibrant cultural life especially for music.

Transport: how to get there and around
Cape Town International airport has many direct flights from around the world. The city has a main train station where you can board both trains and buses. For help getting around town, ‘Rikki’ transporters, Taxis and buses are available.

Weather
The best time to visit is during the summer months December to March. It can be around 26 C in the city but this is cooled off a by the Cape Doctor – also known as the wind!

Accommodation: Luxury to budget stays
The internet can offer some of the best information on the cost, range and location of hotels in Cape Town .

Attractions & Events
*The Cape Town Arts Festival is an outdoor event during the summer month of January.

*The Good Food and Wine Festival is held in June.

*There are a few events taking place in December. In the Company’s Garden you can experience Carols by Candlelight. A more flamboyant event with outrageous costumes is the Cape Town Queer Event.

Durban
Durban is a modern city with a lively night scene and plenty to keep you entertained from taverns, discos, theatres and clubs. The proud Zulu culture can be felt throughout Durban which boasts tropical beaches and jungle.

Transport: how to get there and around
International and domestic flights are served by Durban International Airport. You can reach the main South African cities with by train such as Cape Town and Johannesburg. Rickshaws, Taxi’s and minibuses will get you around the city itself.

Weather
Overall the climate is fairly mild all year round. During May and October there is more chance of rain and the winters bring an evening chill.

Accommodation: Luxury to budget stays
The internet can offer some of the best information on the cost, range and location of hotels in Durban.

Attractions & Events
*Durban has a literature festival in March at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.

*Natal holds a Marathon in June which goes through the valley of a thousand hills.

*The Centre for Creative Arts holds the International Film Festival in June.

Murcia is a great place to visit in Spain. It is a city that was founded by Islam in 831 and has much to offer. It has very hot summers and has very pleasant weather throughout the year. It has many things to enjoy and many things to do.

There are many places to stay when traveling to Murcia. There are a wide variety of hotels that will provide a wide variety of accommodations available. Look into various resources to find a place that will best serve your needs. It is almost best to look places up on the internet or to call the places yourself to see if they offer any discounts.

Another option one may consider is the use of a rental property if you are looking for an extended stay. Many properties and apartments are available for short term rental and will provide you with many of the conveniences of home such as cooking.

What To Do In Murcia

There are of course the beaches as well as the lagoon. These are extremely popular especially in the summer months. There is a wide expanse of beachfront to be taken advantage of.

There are many old churches and architecture to see about 500 years worth of architecture and design to take in. Also be aware of the nearby city of Torrevieja. This city as well has many things to take in and enjoy.

The Sanctuary of Fuensanta was built in the 18th century. It has much to offer and plays a huge role in the summer festivities as the statue of the patron saint of the city is paraded around town as its portion of the festivities.

The Museo de Tradiciones y Artes Populares is a wonderful museum in the city. This is an agricultural museum. It contains a wide variety of agricultural items and things to observe that are over 300 years old.

There are a wide variety of festivals that occur in this town every year. The most prominent of which would be the Easter festival. It is the most prominent of all of the festivals throughout the year.

In this coastal town of Spain there are many different styles of food to sample and enjoy as well as the wide variety of items to enjoy. Look into the different seafood types and things to enjoy as well as the other varieties of the food.

If you really feel ambitious, you might enjoy a ride down the rivers of Honduras. A cheap holiday vacation in Honduras can be extremely adventurous when you plan your trip around the whitewater rafting experience. Imagine the off-season in Honduras finding new uncharted waters with more rapids than you could ever need.  You plan a vacation that includes a guided tour or if you are experienced, you might try the waters yourself. There are so many uncharted waters in Honduras just waiting to be discovered. Can you imagine discovering the next best place to do some rapid shooting and sharing it with the natives?

Every year you will find people from everywhere planning a cheap holiday vacation to Honduras to do just that, find some new waters to have the adventure of a lifetime. Many times, rafters start in La Ceiba, which takes you on the tour of a lifetime through a beautiful gorge and some spectacular jungle areas. The Honduras holiday vacation is one of the best presents you could give to yourself. I f plan the trip during a holiday that is also an off-season time, you can find some cheap holiday packages that allows the entire family to go along.

The months of November and December are the best time to visit Honduras because the rainy season is done and the waters are ready to send you on a thrill you will not forget. The challenge of whitewater rafting as the waters rise and fall is incredible. You can look around at many different travel sites on the Internet to find the one that is the best as far as a cheap holiday deal. You will find that many include hotel accommodations, airfare and sometimes the rafting package as well.

You will find that a trip to Honduras is going to be less expensive than a trip to Walt Disney World. You do not have to spend money to enjoy the beautiful scenery while out on the river waters. It is all free and just waiting for you to come and enjoy. Look around and see when you should plan your cheap holiday to Honduras.

Just a short bus ride, 25 miles north of Milan, is one of the most scenic spots in all of Italy – Lake Como. Its shores are circled with charming little towns and fabulous century-old villas; one larger, and more ornate than the next. The glistening water beckons one to sit, and take time to enjoy all that the lake and surrounding lush scenery have to offer. Lake Como being the third largest lake in Italy, I found it not only tranquil, but magical. With its lush Mediterranean gardens and spectacular views, it is easy to see why it has earned the reputation as one of the most romantic getaways in Italy.

Traveling with my husband, son and daughter-in-law, we were all pleased to arrive at the hotel we had reserved for our stay. The Hotel Bellevue was our unanimous choice. Built in 1820, it neighbors the stately Villa Carlotta. On arrival we were pleased to see that the hotel was situated just feet from Lake Como. The hotel itself was lovely. It had wonderful charm, gardens, antique furnishings, and an outdoor swimming pool. The lobby was stately with a huge Venetian chandelier and a great sweeping staircase. Art adorned every wall. The rooms were lovely, with antique furniture, and soft Italian linens.

After unpacking and settling into our rooms, it was time to explore. No sooner had we left the hotel when we spotted a charming restaurant called “The Victorian Tea Garden,” which sat right on the banks of Lake Como. We were seated at a lovely outdoor table covered in crisp white linen. To our delight, a grapevine-covered pergola hung overhead. But what really stole the scenery was the breathtakingly beautiful view of the Swiss Alps. These majestic mountains circled the shoreline and provided a stunning backdrop to the dark, marine-blue waters of Lake Como. It left us with the impression that we had traveled back in time. The owner – a gentleman who looked in his 80’s – was very hospitable and could not have made us feel more welcome. We ordered Champaign, and toasted each other (and our magnificent setting) with tall, chilled glasses. We sat there in appreciation and awe of the spectacular setting for the next two hours, finishing two bottles of Champaign!

With the sun beginning to set, we returned to the Hotel Bellevue for a relaxing, fabulous dinner. Then, to cap off the evening, we ferried over to Bellagio, the famed, picturesque Italian resort village. Narrow, cobblestone streets were lined with old shops, restaurants and churches. My advice? Don’t leave Bellagio without visiting the shops, as here you will find some of the most wonderful silk scarves and ties – not to mention leather goods – in all of Italy.

There was little traffic on Bellagio. This made it ideal for walking and taking the sights in. Bellagio is completely unspoiled, and possesses the grace and charm of “old world living.” It was also very clear that the Bellagio residents loved their gardens, and kept them well tended.

The wide area of Lake Como offers inexhaustible things to do for tourists. It is an ideal place to vacation with family. For those who desire relaxation, the tranquil scenery of the lake surroundings is sure to please. Lake Como is also perfect for anyone looking for a more active vacation; swimming, water-skiing, sailing, hiking, mountain-biking, and horseback riding await. Day mountain excursion trips are also worthwhile ventures. These trips offer the most breath-taking views of the lake and surrounding areas.

Boat excursions from Lake Como are a must. Ferry service will take you to local monuments and exquisite villas, as well as to lovely lakeside towns (I recommend the picturesque town of Varenna.) Or, you may also choose a ferry excursion to neighboring Switzerland. The Swiss town of Lugano offers great shopping, though it is expensive, so bring credit cards.

If spectacular works of art, classical Italian gardens, and elegant, period settings are your interest, I recommend a visit to the famed Villa Carlotta, located in the town of Tremezzo. It offers spectacular landscaped gardens, while the villa is a must-see for antique lovers. The Duomo, better known as the “Renaissance Cathedral”, is another spectacular must-see. It’s located in the town center of Como.

Shopping adventures (and treasures) await at any one of the lakeside towns, as do epicurean delights. Taste regional products like olive oil, wine, and cheese in the numerous lakeside shops, restaurants, and cafes.

In the evening, enjoy a glass of wine at one of the local wine bars, and relax before eating at one of the many memorable restaurants that the area has to offer. Most restaurants offer regional or modern cuisine. After dinner, treat yourself to a night of music and dance in local discos; most stay open until sunrise. Or, as my family and I enjoy doing, take an evening walk along the lake before retiring to read a good book.

Lake Como is fabulous unlike any other place. It possesses spectacular views, lush, tranquil settings; fine Italian architecture, elegant, by-gone charm, and warm, hospitable people. With its unspoiled grace and charm, Lake Como offers its guests the opportunity to experience an enchanting slice of life which is relaxed, elegant, and breathtakingly beautiful. It is a place where you will be drawn back to time and time again. Perhaps on a sunny day in your own backyard, your daydreams will beckon you to the shores of Lake Como.

Venice is an old and somewhat eccentric city in Italy. Built long ago on marshlands, I was surprised to find myself spending my first night in the city with the bird lady.

Rent a Room

As is common with many cities in Europe, one can rent a room in a private home at the train station. The advantage of renting a room is you get to live with a family and the costs tend to be a lot cheaper than a hotel room. If you’re lucky, the family will take a liking to you and haul you around to see the “real” city you are in.

I had just arrived in Venice on a train from Paris. It was late, I was tired and in no mood to be picky about lodging. As I walked up to the rent a room desk, I had two priorities: sleep and a shower.

The elderly lady at the desk smiled at me and we got down to business. Apparently, arriving in Venice around midnight in the middle of August wasn’t a wise move. I was told most everything was sold out, but there were two rooms still open. The first was 45 minutes outside of the city while the second was just off Piazza San Marco, the central square you see in all the movies. I booked the San Marco room, given a map and off I went.

As it was late and I was tired, it never occurred to me to ask why a room so close to Piazza San Marco was open when everything else was taken. As I walked through the very narrow streets of Venice, I was too tired to really care.

Following the map, I walked into the square and started heading toward the glass shops at the far end. The walk through the otherwise delightful square was a killer on my headache as the mini-orchestras dueled the night away. Reaching the end, I found the little alley indicated on the map and through I went into more winding little streets.

Eventually, I found the door and gave it a knock. Like a bad Monty Python movie, a little viewing slot opened, eyes looked at me and my backpack, the door opened and I was literally pulled inside. Before me stood a little older lady with wild hair. At this point, I started to understand why the room was available. Turns out I was wrong, as “Michelle” turned out to be very sane and nice.

Michelle gave me the run down on the house and her basic rules. She went into a long diatribe about keeping the doors closed because of something she didn’t know the English word for. I kept nodding and we proceed to the door that would let us into the house proper.

Inside the door, the house took on an entirely new atmosphere. Michelle was a big fan of birds. She had little yellow birds, red birds, black birds and I swear a few humming birds. None of them were in cages. I had booked a room in an informal Aviary!

Fortunately, my room had been bird-proofed by keeping the door closed. As I lay in bed, however, I could hear chirping and wings flapping as the other guests flew around the rooms. Over the next two days, I never got use to opening the door and seeing birds whipping by or perched and staring at me. I imagine this is where Alfred Hitchcock picked up some of his ideas.

As far as I know, Michelle is still in Venice and still renting out rooms. If you’re a bird enthusiast, just ask for the bird hotel at the train station in Venice.

Italy has many well-known travel destinations such as Rome. Less publicized destinations such as Siena are even better.

Sienna

Located roughly an hour outside of Florence, Siena is one of my favorite places in Italy. When you think gothic architecture and medieval town, you think of Siena. Built as a fortified city behind large, thick walls on a small mountain, Siena oozes history. Cars are barred from much of the city, so you can meander down ancient brick alleyways below towering wall-to-wall residences.

In Siena, you’ll find a relaxed way of life, two music schools and just a general feel of what Italy must have been like in the past. Head to the Piazza del Campo in the heart of the city and grab a seat in a café. As you gaze across the city, you can view the Duomo Cathedral that towers over the city. Unlike other cities, the cathedral does not contrast with the buildings around it. All of Siena retains the gothic medieval architectural style and you’ll be hard pressed to find a better gothic example in Europe.

The best way to experience Siena is to simply stay there. Like wine, Siena improves the longer you stay. Daily explorations lead to surprising little shops, incredibly friendly people and a general feeling of peace.

Il Palio

If you prefer a little action on your trip, Siena has an event that rivals any in Europe. The Il Palio bareback horse race around the Piazza del Campo is a sight to be seen. The fun starts well before the race when various neighborhoods challenge each other. The challenge comes in the form of bands walking through “enemy” neighborhoods in the middle of the night and making an unholy racket. Eventually, each neighborhood produces a horse and rider for the day of the race. Bareback, the riders race for neighborhood pride among an absolutely screaming crowd of people. The running of the bulls has nothing on this event.

If you visit Florence while in Italy, take the time to spend a couple days in Siena. In fact, blow past Florence and go immediately to Siena.