World Travel Guides 2010

Aside from the country’s famous white-sand Boracay beach, Philippines is also the home of many natural wonders such as waterfalls. In fact, these waterfalls are one of the most visited spots in the country.

There are numerous falls in the Philippines but the twelve most famed are the following:

Let’s begin from the southern part of Philippines, the Iligan City Falls.

I. Iligan City is a home to more than twenty waterfalls and named as the “City of Majestic Waterfalls”. The well-known falls of Iligan are as follows: Read more »

Planning for a beach vacation is a great idea, however, picking a destination is hard because there are many places to choose from. To make things easier, here are the nine ideas that will help you decide where to go for your vacation.

• Hawaii Resort: Here, you can relax on the beach, swim in the ocean, play golf and indulge yourself in one of the many innovative spa treatments. Hawaii has some of the best weather in the world and that makes it a great choice for your beach vacation.

• Golf and Beach in Georgia: The Cloister at Sea Island in Georgia is the most popular in the East Cost. It offers 54 holes of championship golf, sandy beaches and a wide array of things for you to do. Read more »

When traveling, annoyances could be anywhere but you can keep them to a minimum so that you can arrive at your destination with your health and sanity intact.

When on a plane:

• Instead of bringing one large bag, distribute it between 2 smaller suitcases. This is to balance the weight while carrying your bags through the airport. Or, wheel your luggage.

• You have to stand straight and away from the overhead compartment when stowing your carry-on luggage. Heavier bags must be placed under the seat in front of you so you don’t have to lift them over your head. Read more »

It is frustrating that after planning for a trip in weeks or months one of you got sick along the way. Instead enjoying the whole trip, one of you needs to rest in the hotel room. So in order to avoid being sicked while on trip, you must keep in mind the following tips:

• The best medicine is being in the best possible shape. Do some biking, aerobics or long walks to be able to condition your muscles for long tours. Doing some research about the place and its culture makes your planning less stressful as well.

• Obtain information on the weather or climate so you may able to pack the right clothes for the trip. Know also the condition of the drinking water. Waters in some places are not palatable. You can also purchase water purification tablets if you are going to a place with suspect water sources. This can avoid water-causing sickness. Read more »

Originally Posted by David Farley on Yahoo! Travel

Swimming is almost beside the point when it comes to these 10 pools — found in gorgeous, unexpected locations. Tell the roving pool butlers we say hi.

Park Hyatt (Tokyo)

Why It’s Cool: Sure, Bill Murray took a dip here in Lost in Translation, but it’s the view from this sleek, 47th-floor swimming pool that’s truly remarkable: Floor-to-ceiling windows frame jaw-dropping vistas of Tokyo, and even venerable Mount Fuji, while the steel-and-glass pyramid-shaped ceiling floods the pool with natural light. The 65-foot-long, four-lane pool is striking at night, too, when the city’s skyscrapers light up. Read more »

To many travelers, it is a common rule to travel with light luggage. But some say that “the simplest rules are the ones hardest to follow”. So, no matter how simple and common the rule is, still it remains the most violated one.

Of course, you don’t want the things you needed for the trip to be left behind. But be careful not to over-anticipate all the possibilities during a trip, otherwise, your luggage may end as a heavy burden for a short trip.

In order to prevent that from happening, here are some tips that will help you determine what to bring for a short trip:

• You should consider the number of days for the trip. For a one-to-three-day trip, all the things that you need could fit in hand-carried luggage. Determine the number of clothes needed and add an extra set (for emergency use) no more, no less or else it would just weigh down your baggage. For an extended trip, you can always shop for clothes, wash your used clothes and try to mix-match for a different look. Read more »

If you are planning to spend your vacation in the United States of America make it sure that you have already processed all your legal documents so you’ll have a safe tour to the country.

Before you proceed to your dream journey, you must learn some tips the would provide your safety while you’re in U.S. tour.

A. Legal Matters: These are the safety measures being provided by the U.S. Embassy for tourists.

• Before leaving, you should register with the said embassy and must provide them with your itinerary and copies of your passport. This is to ensure that they know your whereabouts in case there’s a need to contact you, especially during emergencies.

• You passport must be valid and your visa should always be intact with it. Don’t forget to fill out all your information on the emergency page located inside your passport. Read more »

Asia is the biggest continent in the world, occupies a quarter of the world’s land mass. It is very impossible to have a single travel guide for all of Asia because like any other continents it’s also has numerous hot spots and destinations to choose from. Here are some guides for a few of the most happening countries in Asia.

Malaysia:

• In Malaysia, you will find food stands in the cities selling local delicacies like “teh tarik” (a creamed tea) and “roti canai” (a type of pancake). You must try those foods when you encounter them. The country has many religion like Christianity, Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism and see many churches and temples. It is advisable to bring light and cool clothing when you go there. Read more »

There are lots of travel deals being offered to an overwhelmed traveler so there is  no assurance that you ‘ve got the best deal because it is the cheapest one.

You have to weigh all the options being offered to you before choosing one. You must start searching for different travel agencies and compare deals then choose the best among them.

Here are some travel tips that will help you to save money and get the best deal. This are also applicable whether it’s a business travel or family vacation. Read more »

So, you’ve got yourself cheap airfare and it’s a big savings for you and yet, you want to save more money on your trip. Another way to spend less is to know how to save on travel reservations.

Here’s how:

• Plan your trip on off seasons. Hotel, airline and car rental rates are lower in this time due to lower demand. You can save as much as 50% on your budget if you book a room during low season. All you have to do is to call the hotel if they have off season discounts and ask them when you can avail it. Read more »

People need to take a break, to reconnect with their better half, to reward their youngsters and to recharge their soul. But organizing a holiday getaway can rapidly turn into a difficult project when the topic of costs comes up.

Airfare alone can kill the fun and when folks already account for food, shopping and accommodations, any budget-conscious mother would just give up and stay at home.

Fortunately, there are more options for fast and fun holidays without having the pricey air fares. Read more »

Disney World is one of the most popular theme parks in the world. Inside the park, you will see lots of beautiful attractions, rides and characters but by going there, you could feel headaches.

In order to enjoy your Disney World trip, you have be prepared to prevent unnecessary muscle and head pain. And how will you do that?

Here’s how: Read more »

We don’t want any trouble while we’re on a vacation that is why we are trying our best to avoid it.

However, accidents do happen unexpectedly and no matter how hard we tried just to keep safe, still, danger could struck us anywhere at anytime.

In reality, people have no choice but to be careful and more cautious to avoid accidents.
However, in the event that a mishap happens, the only thing that you can do is to deal with it and here’s how:

• Emergency numbers are very important

It is important to store all emergency numbers in your mobile phone, especially when you are away from home Read more »

Valentine’s Day is ain’t over. Lovers and couples can still celebrate and rekindle their romance even the day of hearts had passed. If you missed celebrating the valentines with your love one, still, it’s never too late to make it up.

With, the 10 best romantic getaways, the romance in your relationship will definitely have a fresh start for this year.

You just have to choose the best destination that you think will give fire to your romance. We will start with the most famous of all:

Paris, France

Paris is the city of life, love and light. It’s true beauty comes from the inside of the city. From Eiffel Tower to the streets of Montmartre. Wherever you go, you will definitely find magic, romance and history.

Linger on Paris’ oldest bridge, Pont Neuf, see the animated arts and musical scene of Pont des Arts or take a view on the top of the Eiffel Tower where the height of romance can be found as you gaze with the Paris’ lovely sunsets. Read more »

In traveling, people get to explore a different world. They get to discover the most exciting beaches, magnificent forests, ancient temples, the undiscovered taverns, etc. However, going to all of these wonderful places doesn’t guarantee you a 100% safety.

In traveling, there’s always the risks of getting into trouble, especially if you are not yet familiar to the new surroundings and environment. If not prevented, this might ruin your entire vacation. Read more »