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Asian Carp Crisis vs. B.P.Oil Spill Crisis 2010
From the Bottom of my heart, I dedicate this article to the men and women whose lives have been lost in oil well accidents, Eleven people died when the B.P. oil platform exploded on April 20th 2010. And to their families, and all the families in the United States that are emotionally and financially effected by the B.P. Oil Spill and The Asian Carp Crisis.
Are you wondering how can these two catastrophic environmental issues be compared?
Before I answer the lead question, I’ll tell you about a major decision I’ve made. I’ve decided to raise the level of importance of the Asian Carp invasion to a CRISIS level. The longer time goes by without stopping the advancement of the Asian Carp the level of danger is raised. I will from now on be calling this issue the “Asian carp Crisis,” until the advanced migration of the Asian carp is stopped
How did I arrive at this decision? It is like a war against the Asian Carp. It is a battle we need to fight against. But the Asian carp are advancing as we live and breathe daily. They are continuing to attack the environment we live in. And they are destroying the fresh water ecosystems that we need for very basic survival of human life on planet earth. Our United States Governments, local, State and Federal are taking no action to stop the exploding population of this invasive, environment destroying, life sucking species.
What are we as a society doing to combat this Crisis? My opinion is we are doing nothing to stop the advancement of the destructive Asian carp. Three times the U.S. Congress has been asked to take action on this issue, and three times they have refused to take action. The state of Michigan joined with other surrounding states to ask Congress to close off the flow of water between Lake Michigan and the Illinois River.
The Asian carp have been migrating north from the Deep South since 1970. They have migrated up the Mississippi River 1,506 Miles. Asian Carp have migrated northerly from the mouth of the Illinois River 273 miles to the Des Plaines River and the Chicago Sanitary and Ship canal. The distance from the Illinois River to Lake Michigan, through the Chicago ship and sanitary canal is only 28 miles. But if you go through the Cal-Sag canal it is only 15 miles to Lake Michigan.
And the Army Corp of Engineers is leading the American citizens to believe that Asian Carp have not migrated into Lake Michigan. I am insulted by the Army Corp and the US Congress that they think I will believe Asian Carp have not already advanced to Lake Michigan by way of the Chicago Ship and Sanitary canals. I will not stick my head in the sand, put on blinders and let the Asian Carp continue to destroy the beauty and bounty of the Great lakes that represent 30% of the fresh water that is on our planet. I believe the Asian Carp Crisis was created by The Environmental Protection Agency and they are continuing to try to cover that up. And worse than that, they are failing to take action to stop what is happening.
The continued lack to take action will ultimately devastate The 7 Billion dollar annual sport and commercial fishing industry of Lake Michigan. The Same devastation will be imposed on the rest of the Great Lakes, If we do not take Action Now to stop the Asian Carp population from exploding into Lake Michigan.
But what about the comparable devastating B.P. (British Petroleum) oil spill disaster also happening as I write this?
How does this compare to the Asian Carp Crisis?
There are 3 Short answers:
# 1 They are both disasters of epic proportion! http://hubpages.com/hub/Asian-Carp-Invasion-Resolution-Step-By-Step
# 2 They both will leave a void in our society and economy ! http://hubpages.com/hub/Water-Traffic-or-Asian-Carp-Who-will-Decide
# 3 They both are devastating to our environment ! http://hubpages.com/hub/Water-Traffic-or-Asian-Carp-Who-will-Decide
Our Federal, State and local governments have allowed oil companies to drill off shore for oil. This is a good this for our country. But there is not a plan to cap an oil rig collapse at sea? Why was there not a very specific, documented plan to attack this type of accident? I am insulted again by Government! They will strictly enforce U.S. citizens to pay their income taxes, whether you have a job, or not. But there is no plan to avoid the largest environmental disaster in history? And the company and responsible owners continue to make multi-Billions annually and will get every possible tax break they can to pay less income tax as well. What is wrong with this picture?
The BP oil company is allowing 210,000 gallons of crude oil a day to dump into the ocean waters in the Gulf of Mexico about 40 miles off the shores and beautiful beaches of Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabmama, Florida, and Texas. The oil is devastating bird life. The area where the oil slick is coming ashore is one of the largest fish and wildlife refuges in the world.
The spilled oil is devastating the shrimp population. The shrimp fishing has been stopped (By Law). Shrimp fishing is one of the largest sources of income on the Gulf coast. All crab fishing has been halted (By Law).
All other forms of commercial fishing have been ordered to stop (By Law). Shrimp, fish and other sea life are being contaminated with the crude oil. And if humans ingest any of those contaminated species, they too could become very ill or even die.
It is devastating the endangered species of sea turtles. The oil is damaging the population of whales, squid, jellyfish, pelicans, dolphins, drum fish, tuna, crabs, and virtually every living form of life that comes into contact with.
What are the effects of this tragedy? Short term effects are higher food prices for the food that is harvested in the Gulf of Mexico. There is also a huge loss of income for the businesses in the Gulf of Mexico that rely on the fishing industry for supporting their families. Billions of dollars will be spent on cleaning up the oil.
The long term effects are certainly financial devastating for the gulf coast area. If the ecosystem is able to recover it will take many decades. But the truth is that the environment in the Gulf of Mexico may never recover to be as productive as it was. I believe there is no way to figure the huge dollar amount of damage done economically or environmentally, and emotionally. Do you think B.P. is hiding some things ? http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/05/05/7-secrets-bp-doesnt-want_n_563102.html
But what I can say for sure is that the epic proportion of this BP oil disaster could have been prevented.
And also the epic disaster we face with the Asian Carp Crisis can be avoided at this time. But in the near future the Asian Carp Crisis will explode into Lake Michigan if we do not take action now
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Do you want to plunge into winter bash with best of entertainment programs and channels? Go and catch hold of directv that offers special packages at almost negligible price rates. Be it sports, movies to some serious content like political events, news and social awareness programs you can get them all from these Satellite TV packages.
Everyone knows that Americans are fun loving people and so naturally they hang around here and there with the aim of snatching superb programs. There are multitudes of people of foreign origin who have resided in the hubbub of this province since for a long period of time. They too are amusement freaks and want to explore most of television entertainment on every season. For winter season also they demand programs that they can enjoy with a glass of wine in hand, beside the fireplace. And if they can take glimpse of content in their own mother tongue they will definitely feel like to be in the top of the world. Rightly feeling the pulse, like other Satellite TV providers, directv too have choked out to launch special DirecTV packages for international communities. However DirecTV took a step forward. They have left no stone unturned so that they can bring in original programs along with a bagful of offers. That is to say, with each and every international package of DirecTV, you can get the exclusive DirecTV Receiver with the facility of digital recording and then viewing the same stuff several times as your convenient time. Also the channels are fully digitalized that ensure superb images and stunning audio track thereby taking your television viewing to its next level. Can you ask for anything more?
Thinking whether DirecTV offers special programs for South Asian community of United States? Yes. Not only South Asian you can also enjoy special DirecTV packages from Brazil, Vietnam, Korean and few more. Now it is high time to have a close look at the exclusive international DirecTV packages for South Asian people. Choose your choicest pack amongst all the exclusive 5 South Asian bundles and 3 a la carte channels. Let us have a look at them:
Top in the list is HindiDirect with its 9 exclusive channels in multiple programs on various subjects like song and musical programs, special shows for children, exclusive films and many more. Buy the prized pack at 29.99/month and enjoy a handful of shows like Hindi movies, shows on spiritualism, films, current affairs etc. Under this pack you can get channels like Star Plus , Channel 2005; Aastha, Channel 2005; Star News, Channel 2002;Star One, Channel 2003; Willow Cricket, Channel 2024; MTV India, Channel 2006; NDTV 24/7, Channel 2007; NDTV Good Times, Channel 2009; NDTV Profit, Channel 2010.
HindiDirectII is an exclusive package that offers all the exclusive HindiDirect channels, plus three special channels namely UTV Movies, STAR India GOLD and Filmy channel. Avail this bundle just at 39.99/mo
Three more exclusive packages are available. TeleguDirect with two exclusive 24X7 channels in Telugu is available at $ 14.99/ month. Available at 14.99/month, TamilDirect is an exclusive Tamil package. DirecTV’s BanglaDirect package that is prized at $ 14.99/offers exclusive Bangla channels at your programming chart. Plus, 3 al la carta channels like NDTV, Aastha, Filmy are also available.
Asia is becoming the most favorite destination of discerning travelers. In November, there are many cultural festivals happening all over Asia. Let’s take a journey to the most visited ones and tell us which one do you like.
That Luang Festival, Vientiane, Laos
The That Luang Festival is an important religious national holiday for Laos. The annual Buddhist celebration is held in the capital Vientiane in three days and two nights during the full moon of November, the twelve of lunar month. Back to the old days, Pha That Luang started in 16th century. That Luang means “Great Sacred Stupa” in Laos’s language. In fact, it is the most important religious temple for Lao people that has been destroyed and renovated many times. On that occasion, thousands of monks from all regions in Laos come to the capital Vientiane and gather in this monument. During this national festival, all offices and schools are closed. People eagerly take part in the preparation of flowers and offerings, candlelit procession and parade with dancers and musicians. The story behind this festival is praying for a better life.
In Pha That Luang, people give offerings including candles, lanterns presented in honor of Buddha to the monks at dawn in the final day to reflect their obedience.
Loi Krathong festival, Thailand.
On the full moon night of the twelfth lunar month (usually in November), Thai people hold the \’Loy Kratong\’ festival or the \’festival of light’ in such a romantic ambiance. \’Loy Kratong\’ is considered the most recognizable festival in Thailand. “Kratong” means the floating lotus-shaped vessel made by banana leaf; however, the “Kratong” can be made with various shapes and materials nowadays. Thousands of people gather beside on the riverbanks on that day. They only need to light the candles and joss sticks, stick them to kratong and let it flow along the water. The floating kratong represents for hope, longevity, release from sins.
The floating kratong represents for hope, longevity, release from sins.
Soorya Festival, India
Indian, the land of cultural diversity, offers visitors the longest art festival of the world. This huge festival opens during 111 days starting from September 21 to January 10 of the following year. During the long festival, the main activities are showing films and videos, conducting festivals of music, dance, painting, organizing seminars etc.
This huge festival opens during 111 days starting from September 21 to January 10 of the following year
Karatsu Kunchi Festival, Japan
Karatsu Kunchi takes place from November 2 to 4 in Karatsu City. The festival features huge hikiyama floats that are between 5m and 6m high and weigh from two to five tons. On the first day of the festival, those 14 Hikiyama are lighted up with paper lanterns featuring a magnificent setting at autumn night. On the second day, the Hikiyama are pulled to the sandy beach Nishinohama with hauling ropes. On the third day, people dressing in uniforms of Edo Period pull the Hikiyama back to the Hikiyama Float Exhibition Hall.
The festival features huge hikiyama floats that are between 5m and 6m high and weigh from two to five tons.
Cambodia Water Festival
The Water Festival is held annually at the full moon time between October and November in Cambodia. This national festival is the greatest and most exuberant festival in calendar of Khmer; even outclass the New Year celebration. The festival takes place on the banks of the Tonle Sap and Mekong Rivers in Phnom Penh. On this occasion, millions of people rush into that place to watch the huge boat racing with more than 400 boats and 2500 paddlers in 2010 festival. Traditionally, the racing commemorates the power of Khmer marine in the Khmer empire. In addition, this remarkable phenomenon can be seen as the thanksgiving of the Cambodian people to Mekong River for the fertile land and fish.
The festival takes place on the banks of the Tonle Sap and Mekong Rivers in Phnom Penh
Surin Elephant Festival, Thailand
Elephant is the most loved animal in Thailand; hence, the Thai people raise a giant animal in great esteem. There comes as no surprise that Elephant Festival is the most-visited occasion in Thailand. The popular celebration is held in Surin Province in the northeast region. No matter how the circumstances are, the festival begins on the third Saturday of November. Coming to the festival, you have chance to see 200 elephants from all over Thailand performing wide ranges of task including showing intelligence, strength, fighting with the Royal Thai Army. Otherwise, folk music and cultural performance are displayed during the festival.
Coming to the festival, you have chance to see 200 elephants from all over Thailand performing wide ranges of task including showing intelligence, strength, fighting with the Royal Thai Army
Ohara Matsuri Festival
Ohara Matsuri Festival is the representative for festival of Southern Kyushu. This festival is held annually on 2nd and 3rd November. The main event of this occasion is people from Japan and other countries gathering and dancing along folk song “Ohara-bushi” and “Han\’ya-bushi”. 2010 Ohara Matsuri Festival attracted about 22,000 dancing participants and 600,000 visitors.
The main event of this occasion is people from Japan and other countries gathering and dancing along folk song “Ohara-bushi” and “Han\’ya-bushi”
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The mystical land of India is one tourist destination no one can afford to miss. The beautiful valley of Kashmir, the eaches in Goa, the royal deserts of Rajasthan-one can go on and on about the physical beauty of India. India offers every possible tourist attraction. India is one of its kinds when it comes to diversity. In India the geography, culture and cuisine changes at every few kilometers giving it a mystical character. No matter how much you explore India, there is always something new to discover and experience.
India has a great history, which is reflected in the monuments and forts present in every part of India. The Taj Mahal, Lal-Qila, Qutumb Minar, Hawa Mahal and many other historically significant monuments can be visited. Sun-kissed beaches in Goa, backwaters in Kerala, virgin beaches in Lakswadeep all offer water sports, para-gliding and many other adventurous games.
The Himalayan Mountains and the beautiful valley of Kashmir are a treat to the eyes. Skiing, golfing, trekking, mountain climbing and many such activities can be done in the Himalayan Mountains. One can even experience Tibetan culture and lifestyle in McLeodganj, which is famous as little Lhasa. Situated at the bank of river Ganga is the city of spirituality: Banaras.
India offers a variety of tour packages for tourists like Adventure Tours, Wildlife India Tours, Rajasthan Tours, North India Tour, Spiritual Tours, Golden Triangle Tours, Ayurveda and Spa Tour, Palace on Wheels Tour, Safari Tour in India, Tribal Area Tours, and many others. Based on one’s taste and preference one can choose any of the tour options. These India tours offer items based on one’s preference. If you want to relax and rejuvenate then you can choose to go for Ayurvedic-Spa Tours and enjoy herbal spas in exotic locations.
Golden Triangle Tour is one of the most famous India Tour package. It consists of the three main cities of North India, Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. This tour offers sightseeing of Old and New Delhi, Taj Mahal and other monuments in Agra and the colorful city of Jaipur. The three cities are well connected with each other by air, road and railways. To experience the real India one should take a road or train journey, it will enable the tourist to see the compelling landscape of Northern India. Adventure Tours in India offer every possible activity for tourists. One can do mountain climbing, trekking, skiing, river rafting and many such activities in The Himalayan Mountains. One can try water sports in Goa, Scuba Diving in Lakshadweep and Andaman, Para-sailing and wind surfing in Kerala.
Spiritual Tours to India are very famous among foreign tourists. In India one can visit shrines of all the major religions of world. Banaras, Tirupati, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Haridwar, Rishikesh are among the famous spiritual cities. Safari tours will take you to deep jungles in India where one can see rare animals and birds and stay in the serene environment of nature.
India has many shades to it and you can explore all these shades by touring this beautiful and mesmerizing country.
Asia is a land of wonder and magic. If you have plans to visit the region, make sure you leave yourself enough time to experience the tropical wonder of places like Vietnam or Laos, or the pristine, picturesque beaches of Thailand. Plan your trip to the paradise of Asia and you’ll find yourself wishing you would never leave.
So, you’re going to Asia on business, the time you’re going is set, and it’s time to decide where you want to go during the “down time”. When the work is done and you need a little holiday, Asia offers a multitude of fantastic options. When making your selection, there really are certain places that will offer you the unique traveling experience you deserve, and you will be sure to leave this dreamy reality with a pocketful of memories.
• Thailand
The Land of Smiles is one of the most popular destinations in the world. The tiny, remote islands off the coast offer respite from the insanity of the world outside their humble shores. Basking in the sun, relaxing on the sand a few feet from the front door of your bamboo bungalow will provide you with ample reason never to go home again.
• India
It’s hard to describe the majesty and splendor of a country home to both India Gate and the Taj Mahal. The serenity of the miles and miles of beaches along the coast of the Indian Ocean, and the sights and sounds of and exotic land will intoxicate you, and thrill your senses.
• Nepal
When you get to Nepal, your adventure begins immediately. No matter if you’re trekking ancient pathways through forests, or gazing in wonder at the vibrant colors and diversity of the wildlife, Nepal offers a unique perspective into the Asian culture. Also, be sure to take a plane ride over the Himalayas. It’s a must!
• Indonesia
With lush, rich forests full of vegetation that seems to swallow you whole, Indonesia is the perfect destination for those who are intent on being surrounded by the beauty of nature. Visit the shore and experience pure amazement as you snorkel and dive through mirror-clear water that’s as warm as a blanket on a cold day.
• Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam
If you’ve ever watched a television show or movie where they showcase a tropical jungle in all its majesty, they have undoubtedly based it on the natural splendor of the foliage, vegetation, and wildlife of the jungles of these three countries. The coasts offer a blend of paradise and raw nature, and to experience these three countries is to know the wonder that is Asia.
• Singapore
You’ve done all the beaches; you’ve explored exotic jungles; now you want civilization. What to do? One word: Singapore. With style to spare, this more metropolitan country offers the brilliance of Asian city life. Mixed with an ancient culture that will make even the staunchest of stick-in-the-muds realize, as they shop the wondrous markets and eat the fine cuisine, that they’re actually having a great time.
• Taiwan
Taiwan? When did Taiwan become a tourist destination, you ask? Since before they started producing your AA batteries made there. Believe it! Taiwan is a center for both city life, and the idyllic surroundings of the country. The real beauty of the country is both the hospitality of the people, and the rich, ancient culture of Taiwan. Explore the Shihlin Night Market, or the Chaing Kai-shek Memorial. Whatever you do, don’t deny yourself the pleasant memories you’ll have by making this one of the hubs of your Asian adventure.
• Japan
A vacation here will give you everything. The decidedly unique culture of Japan will give you a unique perspective on Asian life. What do you do first? Maybe you could get lost in the bustle of downtown Tokyo or Yokohama, taking in the shops and self-catered apartments. Or visit the mystical Japanese countryside and see what people talk about when they mention ancient Oriental culture. The pristine countryside and exotic temples have made more than one poet be at a loss for words.
These are just a few of the recommended stops for you Asian trip. Try to visit more than one place on your journey. The countries that make up the continent are to diverse and unique to limited to only one. Make a list of everything you want to do on your vacation. You want to snorkel, shop, and go to the beach. Well, Asia can give you all that and more. Whatever you have in mind for your adventure, the countries above, and all of Asia, offer the opportunity to leave your workaday world behind, and escape into paradise.
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California has some of the best beaches in town. If you like surfing then you can try Huntington Beach, it’s one of the best beach there for great waves. It’s one of the best beach for surfing in CA. There’re no surfable waves at the other beaches. The waves are pretty low at the other beach. There’re many professionals competition at this particular beach. There’re plenty of shopping centers and restaurant across the beach for you to enjoy. The crowd is very upbeat here. There’re also clubs there too. You can expect to find fine dining, Asian and Mexican foods there.
If you enjoy swimming then Corona Del Mar beach is the place for you. The water is low and you can swim good here. The waves are too high at the other beach making it unfavorable to swim there. Corona Del Mar is located next to Newport Beach. This is a very upscale beach with many wealthy people. It’s very safe and very beautiful. Some of the beaches in LA are not that safe like Venice Beach where there’re plenty of homeless.
You can buy tickets to the theme park Disneyland. Disneyland is one of the coolest asset of Anaheim city. Your children will love this place. You can visit parks and rides and eat good foods. It’s very lovely inside. The price is around $ 40 and less for children. There’s also hotel nearby to accompany you. Six Flags Magic Mountain is another great asset of Valencia CA. You can get a thrill from all of the rides here. Tickets are around $ 40. There’re plenty of coupons you can get from cokes or magazine at your college.
Choose Your Pefect Wedding Theme
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Beach Theme Wedding: Whether you plan a beach wedding on a tropical island, a cruise ship wedding, or even a beach resort, you have a lot of options in choosing wedding favors, your gown and decorations. You can choose weddings favors such as Personalized Beach Theme cookies in the shape of bathing suits, shorts or umbrellas. Flip Flop coasters or candles to fashion the tables, or maybe even Custom Labeled Sparkling Water Bottles instead of Wine Bottles. Your centerpieces can be Miniature Palm Trees or any other tropical flower such a Birds of Paradise. The lighting can consist of Round Paper Lanterns if you are having a more informal or beach side wedding. Your gown can be free flowing and breezy using a light fabric such as chiffon.
Fairytale Theme: There probably won’t be a day when you feel more like a princess than your wedding day. To bring the fantasy of a fairy tale wedding to life, it doesn’t take a castle or a white horse, just a little attention to the details. Choose a dress with cap sleeves, a corset, or elaborate beading to give it the princess look. For decorations, garlands of pink roses, and gold ribbon. Place large glass bowls of water with floating candles or flowers on tables for the centerpieces. Instead of round tables, go for long banquet tables. Serve wine in large studded goblets. Use a castle or horse-drawn carriage as a motif for invitations, programs, and party favors.
Asian Theme: Beautiful sandalwood hand fans are wonderful for outdoor, summer weddings. Frosted Chinese takeout box candle holders set the mood. Custom fortune cookies are the perfect way to end a dinner. Asian theme wedding favors commonly feature bright colors and nature motifs. Red and gold are celebratory colors in many Asian cultures, representing happiness and prosperity. You can opt for Mini Bamboo Plants, Mini-Teapots accompanied with some fresh loose green tea, engraved wooden chopsticks, or even Mini-Asian Inspired Designed Candles.
Decade Theme: The Roaring 20′s all the way through to 80′s Retro make a wedding fun and fabulous! For the Roaring 20′s hire a jazz band, and teach everyone the Charleston. For décor, think art deco. Ostrich feathers and strings of pearls make appropriate table decorations. For fun, set out a few decks of playing cards, or a game of croquette.
How about 40′s Swing? Hire a Big Band and ask the gentleman guests to wear baggy suits and the ladies vintage dresses. Decor should be simple and modest; some understated flowers in a classic glass vase, and candlelight.
Psychedelic 60′s: For all you hippies out there, this is the perfect wedding theme. Peace and Love is the overall theme of a 60′s style theme wedding. Dress up the reception with wild flowers and a dove motif for a softer look. Or to go all out, use lava lamps in the centerpieces, peace signs, and happy faces on programs, and place cards. For party favors you can make tye dye shirts or even mood enhancing incense kits. Instead of the limo or horse and carriage you can rent a VW Beetle to drive off in the sunset together.
70′s Disco: Strobe lights, a disco ball and you’re set! Have the DJ teach your guests to *Do the Hustle*! For favors, try to find fun, nostalgic 70′s novelty items, such as lava lamps, 8-track tapes, latch-hook rugs, and mini disco balls.
Retro 80′s: Since the 80′s is still a pretty recent decade, creating an 80′s theme should be quite easy. A tribute to the 80′s would definitely have to include music from the decade. That should be easy since 80′s music is the most fun to dance to anyway! For fun favors and table decorations, send guests down memory lane with items like Rubik’s Cube, some garbage pail kids trading cards, He-Man and She-Ra action figures, and Bubblicious bubble gum.
Singapore as a tourist hub needs no introduction. Tourists visiting this exotic location exceed the 10 million count every year, which well corroborates its significance in the world map. To attract more tourists, the Singapore government has even decided to legalise gambling besides also allowing the development of two casino resorts at Sentosa and Marina South. The natural beauty and architectural splendor are no doubt the plus points but the lighting of the civic and commercial buildings of the city area at night has further transformed it into a more exciting place. Foodie freaks will find Singapore worth the visit more so if a visit is made in the month of July, the period when the Singapore Food Festival is held every year to celebrate Singapore’s cuisine. With over 2000,000 foreigners seeking medical care each year, Singapore is also deemed a medical tourism hub.
No matter what your purpose of visit is, you can easily get an accommodation in any of the hotels in Singapore. Few of the three star hotels in Singapore worth mentioning are Albert Court, Chinatown, Bayview, Copthorne Orchid and more. You may also opt staying in Ascott Raffles Place, Crowne Plaza, Four Seasons all five star hotels in Singapore.
Two more destinations most visited in Asia are Malaysia and Macau not to mention about Shanghai, Phuket, Kuala Lumpur, etc. All these exotic locations are rich in natural splendor and cultural heritage. And return flight trips to these places including accommodation in hotels in Malaysia, hotels in Macau, and hotels in the other cities are affordable. Few of the hotels in Malaysia worth mentioning are Bukit Tinggi, Cameron Highlands, Cherating, Damai Beach, Damai Laut, Genting Highlands, Ipoh, Johor Bahru, Kota Bahru, Kota Kinabalu and the list goes on.
Amid the four star hotels in Macau are Casa Real, Casa Real (Elite), Golden Dragon, Grandview, Metropark, Grandview, Holiday Inn, Emperor, and more. If you want to cut down on the cost on accommodation, choose the three star hotels in Macau such as Beverly Plaza, Fu Hua, Guia, Metropole, Best Western Taipa, etc.
There is a galore of reasons for booking cheap flights to India. Enjoying some magnificent sun, sand and surf vacations is one of the most compelling reasons for beach lovers to visit the country. An Indian beach holidays also cost much less than what one has to shell out in many other parts of the world. Here are two of the most famed beach destinations in India.
Goa
Almost every visitor to India swears that Goa is the country’s best beach vacation getaway. Year after year, hundreds of visitors make advance bookings on their flights to India to bag cheap tickets to India. After all, this charming destination’s sun, sand, and surf experience is legendary to say the least and just thinking about the place prompts one to embark on flights of fancy. Having spent some three to four centuries under Portuguese colonial rule, Goa woke up with a massive colonial hangover and remains one of the most westernised places in India worth buying flight tickets to. Visiting the destination spells as spending lazy days on the beaches, indulging in adrenalin pumping water sports, dancing away the nights in beach parties, and guzzling down gallons of cheaply available booze.
Kerala
Kerala’s beaches have their own bit of unique charm. While Goa may very well offer beach games and bar be cues, Kerala steals the thunder when it comes to the pristine appeal of beaches. Most of the palm fringed beaches have a virginal quality, which is a far cry from Goa’s tourist filled beaches. Besides beaches, Kerala has many other claims to fame as well. In fact, the destination was voted as the best Asian holiday destination in the ‘Best in Travel poll 2010’. The poll was conducted by Smart Travel Asia, an independent online travel magazine.
Thailand’s Amazing Beaches
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Thailand is a country in the Southeast Asian Region that boasts world class and amazing beaches that flock of locals and foreign tourists visit each year. And although the northern part of the country is rich with natural resources, it is landlocked by the countries of Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia, so only the central and the southern parts which borders Malaysia (with the Gulf of Thailand on the east, and the Andaman Sea on the west) are gifted with crystal clear and white sandy beaches.
Here are some of the world class beaches that dominates southern Thailand (from island beaches to mainland beaches).
In random order.
1. Cha Am Beach (Petchaburi)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/cha-am.htm
2. Bang Saphan Beach (Prachaub Khiri Khan)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/hua-hin/bang-saphan-beach.htm
3. Klong San Beach (Koh Chang Island)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/koh-chang-island/klong-son-beach.htm
4. Than Sadet Beach (Koh Pangan Island)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/koh-phangan-island/than-sadet-beach.htm
5. Lipa Noi Beach (Koh Samui)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/koh-samui-island/lipa-noi-beach.htm
6. Koh Nang Yuan Island ( Koh Tao)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/koh-tao-island/koh-nang-yuan-island.htm
7. Koh Phi Phi Island (Krabi)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/krabi/koh-phi-phi-island.htm
8. Naklue Beach (Pattaya)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/pattaya/naklua-beach.htm
9. Koh Yao Island (Phang – Nga)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/phang-nga/koh-yao-island.htm
10. Kata Beach (Phuket)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/phuket/kata-beach.htm
11. Koh Samet Island (Rayong)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/rayong/koh-samet-island.htm
12. Railay Beach (Krabi)
http://www.beachthailand.com/thailand-beaches/krabi/railay-beach.htm
These amazing photos of breathtaking beaches are paradises in the land of smiles. And because of these gifts, Thailand’s tourism industry is booming recieving thousands to millions of tourists every year. Majority of tourists are from Europe, North America, Australians and neighboring Asian countries.
Enjoy!