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By admin, January 24, 2011 7:56 pm

Before traveling outside your native country to another country you should prepare yourself.  Learning about the country before you go can prevent common problems or confusion.  Cultures vary throughout the world and sometimes a simple misunderstanding can become a big deal.  Learning about the basic life, culture and laws of a country you are traveling to can help you to be prepared and have an enjoyable vacation.

The basic things you need to know include how to get around, business hours and various other points.  Once you get to Costa Rica you need to know how to get around from place to place, especially if you are not within walking distance of your destination.  Buses are the main form of transportation.  It is the most cost efficient and easiest way to get around.  Do be aware that the buses in Costa Rica are small and sometimes cramped.  You will not be able to take along luggage and if you need a lot of legroom you will be in trouble.  Another form of transportation is a rental car.  They are quite more expensive and you need to have insurance that will cover the rental car in case of an accident.  Also know that most rental cars are standards, so if you do not know how to drive one you may be out of luck.  Business hours in Costa Rica are much like that in the United States.  Typically they run from 8 or 9 AM to 3 or 5 PM.  Everyday… Read the rest

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By admin, January 14, 2011 4:09 am

One of the most prestigious “new world” wine producing regions, Chile’s central valley has produced award winning wines in recent years. Enjoy a bicycle tour of the Chilean wine country, pedaling through vineyards of the Central Valley, then turning south and bicycling along the stunning beaches of the scenic Pacific Coast. We stay in historic colonial cities such as Santa Cruz and Constitucion and visit secluded villages and beach resorts. This is an excellent trip for both wine and food lover – and photographer!

Highlights
Historic Vineyards of Chile’s central valley
Colonial Chilean Cities such as Santa Cruz
Fabulous cycling along valleys and coastal roads
Three wine tastings and winery visits
Unique Aspects

No other bicycle tour allows you to explore Chile’s central valley and its famous wine region as this trip does. After our bicycle ride through the vineyards we head towards the Pacific coast. Far from the touristy towns further north, we’ll explore smaller towns that have historical importance and a local ambiance.

Best Time to Go

Best Time to Go: April – June, September, October

Accomodations

Three and four star unique hotels, country estates, and other centrally located hotels.

Duration

11 days. For a shorter tour – 8 days with similar itinerary.

Sustainable Elements
Pedal power is the main means of travel for our customers and guides, saving on gas and emissions
Local guides travel with you to interpret local culture
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By admin, December 18, 2010 10:37 pm

India, the land of beauty and charm is every travelers dream destination. Travel to India  is like

a journey into a mystic land of a colorful kaleidoscope. Staring to scenic beauty to rich cultural

heritage and diverse traditions, the country has it all. Tour various parts of this gorgeous country

and experience delight like never before.
India is the birthplace and conglomeration of diverse faiths and religions. India travel also

includes trips to renowned pilgrimage spots like Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri, Amritsar,

Varanasi, Badrinath, and Mathura, Haridwar, Tirupati and other places across the country.
India is, with its diversity, a beautiful, enchanting, yet enigmatic country at the same time. There

is more to this country than words can tell or books describe. India is not only a travel

destination but also it is an experience. With assistance of a tour operator or a travel planner

you can make your tour to India memorable and cost effective and of course cheap travel to

India. You can get information from a reliable travel agency regarding India travel packages.
India has hundreds of temples of different Gods and Goddesses. Monuments like Taj Mahal, Red

Fort, Purana Quila the Qutab Minar, all go to show the efficiency of the Indian architect.

Besides these monuments, there are several other buildings like the Victoria Memorial, Gateway

of India, Parliament House, the Secretariat and the Rashtrapati Bhavan all point at our History

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By admin, December 12, 2010 9:12 am

Of course you could! There are plenty of opportunities for travelers who want to work overseas especially if you speak English or better yet, are bilingual. But to work abroad there are some things to consider before you go.

1. Find out if Americans can work in the country you intend to travel to. Not all countries allow foreigners to work there while they are visiting.

2. Get a work permit. This documentation is different from your passport or visa. You can organize a work permit before you leave home or once you arrive in the country you want to work in. This will depend on where you intend to work. 

3. If you are a traveling student, it may be easier to get work through a student work exchange plan. Or you may even be able to organize a transfer through your company to work abroad. If so, all the leg work will be done for you.

4. If you have a particular job in mind, in a particular country, then you will need to do some research and contact potential employers before you go. If you do find someone wishing to employ you before you leave on your travels, get them to send you a letter stating the employment offer with a copy to their respective government. You will then be issued with a work permit for that country.

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By admin, November 26, 2010 7:24 pm

There are many things to keep in mind when traveling, whether you are a budget traveler or not. You obviously want to keep what money you have for your trip rather than lose it or have it stolen. You also want to keep yourself and traveling companions safe from harm. Here are some tips to follow to ensure your trip is safe and enjoyable in a foreign country.

1. Have a valid passport and all visas required for your trip. Make two copies of your passport. Keep one in a separate part of your travel luggage and the other leave with someone at home.

2. Be aware of any travel warnings for the country you are visiting. Find out about security and safety conditions in your destination.

3. Secure travel insurance!

4. Ensure you have been vaccinated against any infectious diseases prominent in the area you will be traveling to.

5. To make sure you can be contacted in case of an emergency, make a copy of your itinerary and leave it with someone at home.

6. Travel light and don’t pack valuables that you wouldn’t want to lose. Leave your jewelry at home but take an extra pair of glasses if you can’t live without them.

7. Remember you are a foreigner when you travel. You are a guest in their country and therefore should abide by their laws, and to a certain… Read the rest