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By admin, February 2, 2011 12:41 am

Egypt is known for its rich heritage that includes attractions like the pyramids and the ancient temples. It is even considered to be a place of pilgrimage for people from Christian and other religious communities. Here you find the pleasures of scuba-diving, desert safaris, fishing, and golf playing. Red Sea Egypt is regarded as the best place for relaxation for people who visit Egypt. Red Sea Egypt is also the Sinai coasts with its coves, beaches and natural or religious sites. Sti-travel can guide you on all that needs to be done or seen in and around the place.

Red Sea Egypt is known for its mountain ranges that are red and mineral-rich in its contents. Mariners visiting the coast of the Red Sea name the sea as Mare Rostrum. The Red Sea of Egypt is famous for its rich coral reefs and teeming underwater life Red Sea ports are the departure points for snorkeling, diving and fishing excursions.

The Red Sea Egypt is located on the eastern coast of Mainland Egypt that borders this sea and the shores of the Sinai Peninsula. Hurghada and Sharm-el-Sheikh are two coast cities that should not be missed. Sti-Travel can arrange wonderful vacations to these scenic beach resorts with a direct international flight to Cairo, and a short internal flight to Sharm or Hurghada – or overland by car or bus.

The weather of Red Sea Egypt remains moderate throughout the year, with calm shores, which makes the journey to the sea a… Read the rest

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By admin, January 6, 2011 7:17 pm

Best Practices for Responsible Travel for Tour Operators

Green Travel Socio-cultural best practices:

Provides clients with pre-trip socio-cultural information. Seeks culturally authentic attractions and educates clients about local culture while on sites. Actively consults with local community members/stakeholders on shared sustainability issues. Does not jeopardize the provision of basic services to local people nor limits their access to local resources or culturally and spiritually important sites. Respects local cultural lifestyles such as dress and food, and encourages sensitivity in clients to the unique customs of the region.

Green Travel Environmental best practices:

Provides clients with pre-trip information on ecological issues and attractions. Demonstrates correct knowledge, and respect for, plant and animal life in day-to-day practices, and educates clients on local ecology where appropriate. Makes monetary contributions to conservation efforts in the region. Makes physical (e.g., tree planting) contributions to conservation efforts in the region. Employs measures to actively minimize impacts on the environment (e.g.,carbon offsets). Uses vehicles with lower emissions; uses transportation wisely to reduce environmental impact. Uses solar, wind, or other alternative energy sources in operations at operator’s site and destination’s. Actively reduces, reuses and recycles at operator’s site and destination’s. Uses local and fair-trade goods and services.

Economic best practices:

Employs local people, is equitable in hiring women and local minorities, and pays fair wages, meeting or exceeding the highest local standards. Uses companies that are locally owned/operated. Uses accommodations that have been built using local materials where possible and minimize impact on the environment. Uses sustainable products… Read the rest

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By admin, January 5, 2011 11:26 pm

Best Practices for Responsible Travel for Tour Operators

Green Travel Socio-cultural best practices:

Provides clients with pre-trip socio-cultural information. Seeks culturally authentic attractions and educates clients about local culture while on sites. Actively consults with local community members/stakeholders on shared sustainability issues. Does not jeopardize the provision of basic services to local people nor limits their access to local resources or culturally and spiritually important sites. Respects local cultural lifestyles such as dress and food, and encourages sensitivity in clients to the unique customs of the region.

Green Travel Environmental best practices:

Provides clients with pre-trip information on ecological issues and attractions. Demonstrates correct knowledge, and respect for, plant and animal life in day-to-day practices, and educates clients on local ecology where appropriate. Makes monetary contributions to conservation efforts in the region. Makes physical (e.g., tree planting) contributions to conservation efforts in the region. Employs measures to actively minimize impacts on the environment (e.g.,carbon offsets). Uses vehicles with lower emissions; uses transportation wisely to reduce environmental impact. Uses solar, wind, or other alternative energy sources in operations at operator’s site and destination’s. Actively reduces, reuses and recycles at operator’s site and destination’s. Uses local and fair-trade goods and services.

Economic best practices:

Employs local people, is equitable in hiring women and local minorities, and pays fair wages, meeting or exceeding the highest local standards. Uses companies that are locally owned/operated. Uses accommodations that have been built using local materials where possible and minimize impact on the environment. Uses sustainable products… Read the rest

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By admin, December 26, 2010 7:38 am

India is the land of culture and traditions. Indian culture, heritage, architecture, fairs and festivals are rich and diverse thereby unique in its own way. Few countries in the world are having such an ancient and diverse culture as India has. It has a lot of options to attract visitors and tourists.

Large in size and amazing in scope, India is a tourists’ paradise. Travel India and get to know about its unique qualities. India is the home of some of the most ancient civilizations and has a lot of options to attract visitors and tourists.

Different tour packages and activities lined up in India are:

Rajasthan Tour Packages:

Enjoy your Rajasthan tour in a land of rippling sand dunes, grand Rajasthan palaces and majestic forts. Enjoy the ride on Rajasthan camel safari, Rajasthan wildlife and Golden triangle Tour. Travel through historic cities of Rajasthan and hear tales of heroic Rajput deeds on your Rajasthan tour.

Wildlife Tours:

Under wildlife tours: A fun filled and thrill full entertainment is provided to unfold the wildlife adventure of India with the wildlife tours  It comprises of trip to national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, wildlife safaris and more..

India Travel packages are coupled with expert guidance on animals and wild life adventure. Surely you will discover the unique “Life in Jungle” and enjoy the non stop thrilling action of wild herds.

Ladakh Adventure Tours:

As one of the leading adventure  tour company in India today. We take special care while arranging trekking tours, mountaineering,… Read the rest

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By admin, December 25, 2010 12:08 pm

The Golden Triangle tour of India includes three destination Delhi, Agra & Jaipur. India travel agent takes you to reach your dream destination. Travel India and get to know about its unique qualities. India travel agents make this tour the most historical & cultural tour of India in your life.

Take a look at famous attractive destinations covered by the Golden Triangle Tour Packages India. The journey start from Delhi continues to Jaipur & Agra finally ends at Delhi.

Delhi – The capital of India has a rich history. The city is dotted with spellbinding mosques, forts, and monuments left over from the Mughal rulers that once occupied the city. Delhi’s most famous monument, the Red Fort, stands as a powerful reminder of the Mughal emperors who ruled India. Its walls, which stretch for over two kilometres (1.2 miles), were built in 1638 to keep out invaders. However, they failed to stop the fort being captured by the Sikhs and the British. To take your imagination back to the ancient era, a one hour sound and light show of the fort’s history is held each evening. Jama Masjid is another marvellous treasure of the Old City, Qutub Minar (the tallest brick minaret in the world), and Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi and are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The towering archway of India Gate at the canter of New Delhi is a war memorial, built in memory of the Indian soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Army in… Read the rest