Anthony met Cleopatra at Side on Turkey's Mediterranean coast for a romantic interlude.Then he gave the Egyptian queen her own private Turquoise Coast beach covered with sand shipped in from Egypt so she wouldn't feel homesick. That was then, this is now: great beaches and resorts, private yacht cruises, excellent restaurants, lively cafe life, world-class museums...read more


Finish early one of the weekdays and visit Beihai Park, near the Forbidden City. It will be well worth bunking work I promise! Its an ocean of tranquility amidst the craziness of Beijing. There are Buddhist temples by the lake and the footpaths are lined with willow trees making it one of the most beautiful public parks in China. It is open till 10 pm and admission charges are ¥10. ...read more


Scuba Diving and Snorkeling: There is excellent visibility upto 200 feet, easy conditions and abundant marine life which will make snorkeling and scuba diving a joy for you. There are three operators whose names I have found for you. Dive Provo is owned and operated by Alan...read more


Following a lot of tourist accidents, tourists can no longer drive themselves. There might be some people who offer to rent you bikes but this is illegal, so avoid renting. You have the following choices: TUK TUK : Tuk tuk can be rented for a full day for $6. You can ask any tuk tuk driver to take you around for a day. They might ask...read more


Sentosa Island is a must do especially for kids. Underwater World is Asia's largest tropical fish oceanarium. Images of Singapore - Explore this kid friendly version of the history of Singapore. Dolphin Lagoon - Try to time your visit for the "Meet the Dolphin" sessions from 11.00 am - 5.00 pm...read more

You can visit in the the daylight or in the night. People who have been there recommend that you go in the day and witness the awesome panoramic views of Paris. On a clear day, you can view till 25 miles or more. The observatory is on the 56th floor and there is also a 360 degree cafe where you can sit with a glass of champagne and munch on some snacks...read more

Besides the beach shacks, which offer basic but authentic goan cuisine, you should also try out one of these speciality places. Sauza Lobo's on Calangute beach, is a must for fine goan food. Cavalla, around the Baga beach area, offers a great ambience and a range of international cuisine. Cafe Lila, near Baga river, has the best breakfast in Goa. Try the fresh watermelon juice here...read more


The drive from Valencia to Barcelona is a short drive of approximately 3 to 4 hours. There is a fast motorway as well as long sightseeing routes. If you have a day to drive from Valencia to Barcelona, then you can take the longer scenic route. The travelers who have been there earlier don't recommend this route because of some traffic jams in the tourist season...read more