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Monday, October 5, 2009

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Tours



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Samui





Pi - Pi




Phi Phi - are two twin-island 30 kilometers from Phuket. One of them
uninhabited, other shelters several hotels and bungalows. Both islands are
pristine and beautiful nature - the secluded coves and white beaches,
turquoise sea, lush vegetation, majestic cliffs, colorful coral, a large
number of different species. This is really a heavenly place. It is on
these islands, the film "Beach" about a book of Alex Garland. Not far from
the Phi Phi islands are numerous, unique flora and fauna, pristine,
uncorrupted by civilization. These guided tours of different lengths. P>



How to get there?




to the islands can be reached within an hour and a half by boat or
private boat motoronoy from Phuket or Krabi.


Pattaya



Lanta



This picturesque tropical island off the southern coast of
Thailand to escape the mass influx of tourists. There are no hotels,
skyscrapers: the local law prohibits the construction of the building,
which would be higher than coconut palms.



travelers will get mysterious caves, mangroves, beaches with fine
white sand, mountains covered with virgin forest. The coral reefs
surrounding the island - a paradise for lovers of scuba diving. The waters
in the Andaman Sea off the coast of Lanta declared marine reserves.



Lanta Resort is located 70 kilometers south of the city and airport
of Krabi. To get to the island is by ferry.



Krabi




Krabi province, located about 800 kilometers south of Bangkok and 170
kilometers from Phuket, thanks to its natural beauty is rightfully
considered the pearl of the Andaman coast. Resting here that one can
admire the magnificent views of the sea and the coast. The palm groves,
white sand, covered with green cliffs and emerald waters of the sea form a
picturesque landscapes. Terrain in Krabi is largely mountainous, and here
there are high cliffs up to 300 meters.

What to see?



particularly famous for this part of Thailand's "green" attractions.
Much of the coastline and numerous islands had the status of national
parks. In one of the most famous - Mu Ko Phi Phi - is a unique
place Susan Hoi, where you can see an incredible number of shells - vorast
some of them reaches 40 million years. Part of this park Phi Phi Island
are particularly known yet due to the fact that there were shooting the
movie "Beach".


lovers coral reefs can go to the park Mu Ko Lanta , uniting
several islands. The largest of them, Ko Lanta Yai is a developing resort
destinations. Here it is interesting to visit the caves, to visit the
orchid farm and learn about marine life of the Roma, who live in houses on
stilts.


National Park Phao Khan Bench draws a rich fauna, rocky
landscapes, rivers and waterfalls. And in the park Than Bokkhorani b>, occupying an area of 121 sq. km, in addition to these natural
attractions, there is a picturesque pond, which is formed from the cliffs
drop down a waterfall, and a magnificent botanical garden with lush
tropical vegetation.



Entertainment



Krabi tourists waiting for a variety of options for leisure. Those who
like rock climbing will be interesting to test himself on the limestone
rocks at Ao Nam Mao in Phra Nang, where you can rent the appropriate
equipment. It should go on a boat on a sea voyage, to do snorkeling, sea
or river kayaking, fishing, diving or just to stroll the white sand,
looking at the fancy shells, which, incidentally, is forbidden to export
from the islands a national park.


In coastal waters of the swimming schools of multicolored fish that
are not afraid of people. Favorite pastime for many tourists - standing in
warm water and feed bread crumbs fish that swim safely and take food
directly from the hands. And when someone comes out of the water, fish
iridescent in the sun train, accompanied by the outgoing to the shore. p>


Krabi has to offer holidays on the best beaches. Most popular - Ao
Phra Nang, Hat Rai Le and Ao Nam Mao - are concentrated around the Cape of
Ao Nang, reachable only by boat. In fact, the Cape is the longest and
furnished in Krabi beach Noppharat Thara.


Bangkok



Sunday, October 4, 2009

Tours



York 4 *




Business Card


hotel is a five minute walk from the central Orchad Road and near the
main commercial and financial districts of Singapore. Metro station just a
few steps from the hotel.

Placement


Amenities: 406 renovated rooms equipped with modern amenities.


Service


3 restaurants and bar, business center, full service for banquets and
conferences, outdoor pool and Jacuzzi.

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Shangrila-Rasa Sentosa 5 *




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On the island of Sentosa, 15 minutes from the main business and
shopping district of Singapore, 30 minutes from the International Airport
Changi. Located on the sandy beach of the silos at the South China Sea. P>

Placement


In the rooms: TV, telephone, electronic safe, air conditioning,
mini-bar, the equipment necessary for making tea and coffee. Rooms are
decorated in natural colors and decorated with local woods.

Service


7 restaurants, cafes, bars, conference rooms, a fitness center, sauna,
massage, swimming pool of unusual shape, which is adjacent to 2 swimming
pools with Jacuzzi and children's pool with water slides, a playground for
children, water sports center on the beach , golf, squash.

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Orchard Parade 4 *




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hotel is ideally situated
in the very beginning of the famous streets of orchids, just 25 minutes
drive from the airport and 15 minutes drive from the major international
venues.
Hotel consists of two separate buildings. Has two VIP-club on
the choice of guests with excellent opportunities for business.

Accommodation

The hotel has 680 rooms
including 13 suites and 1 Presidential Suite.
In the rooms: private
bathroom, hairdryer, telephone, TV, minibar, safe .


Service

Restaurants, bar, swimming pool,
beauty salon.

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Negara 5 *




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This hotel - the perfect place for leisure and business
simultaneously. Located in the fashionable area of Orchard Road including
shops, entertainment centers and financial institutions. Decorated in
gold, black marble and wood, suitable for both businessmen and tourists.

Placement


hotel combines all that is necessary traveler, namely - good location,
excellent service, excellent restaurants, bars, cozy lounges, and of
course the rooms are tastefully furnished and decorated.


Rooms: The hotel has 21 floor and 200 furnished rooms and suites. In
the rooms: air conditioning, desk, minibar, safe, telephone, equipment for
making tea and coffee making facilities, bathroom and shower, 2 hair
dryers, chair of Italian design, color TV.

Service


business center, storage room, call the doctor around the clock,
rental cars (limousines), laundry and dry cleaning services, mobile
phones, parking, a fitness center, sauna, massage service, 6 rooms for
seminars and cocktail parties for 150 persons, restaurants and bars, a
lobby bar.

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Merchant Court 4 *




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high quality and good
location of hotel Mercbant Court determine its growing popularity among
tourists from all over the world. Caring and attentive staff will exceed
your expectations.
Only on the island of "hotel-pension».

Placement

The hotel has 476 rooms.

In the rooms: private bathroom, hairdryer, telephone, TV, mini-bar,
bathrobe and slippers.


Service

Several restaurants and bar,
tropical pool, jacuzzi, spa.

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Concorde 4 *




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Located 5 minutes drive
from the shopping center Orchard Road. Elegant rooms, bright Holes, good
food and a decent standard of service - are ideal conditions for rest. P>

Placement

The hotel has 512 rooms,
including suites.
In the rooms: private bathroom, air conditioning,
telephone, TV, fridge.


Service

restaurant, cafe, bar, pool,
tennis court, hairdresser, parking, business center, post office, safe,
laundry, car rental.

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Thursday, October 1, 2009

Useful information





Climate: The temperature of one season from another
is not significantly different. In the summer, from May to September, the
air temperature reaches 45 C and, thus, there is high humidity. Winter
season, from December to February, not so hot (20-30 C). In the winter
months are possible draft.





Capital: Abu Dhabi.





State Organization: State of the United Arab
Emirates (UAE) was formed in December 1971 when the Emirate of Abu Dhabi,
Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain, Al-Fujairah set up a federation. A
year later they were joined by the principality of Ras al-Khaimah, after
which the sovereign state, United Arab Emirates (UAE), an area of 83600
square. km was composed of 7 emirates.


The largest in size and value are important for Abu Dhabi and Dubai,
which complement each other. If Abu Dhabi is the seat of the federal
government and the main center of the oil industry, Dubai - is a leading
commercial center, which has developed commercial and business ties with
Middle Eastern and other countries.





Head of State: Until recently, the head of state
was Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. He ruled Abu Dhabi since 1966,
served as President of the UAE since the formation of the country in 1971,
locals call him "Father" and were highly respected.





Population: 2,6 million people.





Language: Arabic. Most residents speak
conversational English. In Arabic, can express themselves far from all.
Widely distributed in Urdu, Hindi, farsi. Almost everywhere there are
tourists from Russia and the CIS, staff knows a few words in Russian.





Religion: State religion of the UAE is Islam, on
the basis of which others are still building in the country's legislation.
Lifestyle in the UAE is fully subordinate to the main source of law - the
Sharia, based on the regulations, taken from the Quran. In addition, there
is an unwritten code of conduct and certain framework of rules to be
followed by all visitors. All serious offenses involving fatalities,
injuries and cases of drugs, are under the jurisdiction of the Muslim
sharia court. The most severe penalties for the importation and
distribution of drugs, as well as for crimes of a sexual nature. Criminal
offenses are cohabiting and other non-marital sexual relations. The
country has banned gambling. Ramadan - month of fasting when Muslims are
prohibited from eating, drinking and smoking in the daytime. On arriving
in the country is also required to refrain at this time from smoking,
eating and drinking in public places or in front of others.





Time: ahead of Kiev in the summer of 1, and in
winter - for 2 hours.





Money: dirham is the official national currency of
the UAE. In one AED - 100 fils. The rate of dirhams to the dollar has
remained unchanged for over 10 years and is 3,65 Dhms for $ 1. Payment for
goods and services produced dirhams, but many stores accept for payment
and dollars. In calculating the dollars you can give delivery in dirhams
and dollars. Local and foreign banks are represented in the UAE, offering
a full range of banking services. Banking hours: c Saturday to Wednesday
08:30-13:00, Thursday 08:30-12:00. Some banks are open from 16:00 to
17:30. Currency exchange desk: 08:00-13:00 and 16:00-20:30. In most
hotels, shopping malls and large shops accept credit cards American
Express, Master Card, Visa, Dinners club.





Clothing: OAU is a Muslim country, so the clothes
should be fairly modest, especially during Ramadan - the Muslim month of
fasting. In the Emirates, formed the unwritten rules of behavior and
dress. If swimwear, including bikinis, is acceptable on the beach or
poolside hotel, in other cases should not appear in public in too open or
tight clothes. This is especially true of the emirate of Sharjah, where
the laws are more stringent.





Transportation: in the UAE drive on the right.
Traffic rules are almost the same as in Russia, the only difference - the
set of circular junctions. The advantage of the motion on the roundabout
is the one who is already on it. The entrance to the intersection, if he
is busy traveling in front of traffic, is banned even in authorizing the
traffic light and is considered a violation. Road signs are also similar,
the inscriptions written in English and Arabic. The permitted speed in
urban areas 45 - 60 km / h on express highways - 100-120 km / h (sometimes
higher). The road is controlled by stationary radars. When speeding car,
the offender is automatically photographed. Receipt of payment of the fine
will do for the company, where you take a car. The most common reasons for
fines: speeding, disregard for safety belts, failure to pedestrians at a
pedestrian crossing, parking in a prohibited place. Usual price for a paid
parking 2 Dhm / hour, after 21:00 and
Fridays parking on the street anywhere free.





rental cars: In the Emirates there are many
companies offering vehicles for rent. You can order the car at the
airport, on the phone at the hotel or in agencies, rent a car. Offered
machines of any brand, with or without a driver, at any time (but not less
than 24 hours). The most famous are the company's international class:
"Avis", "Hertz", "Europcar", "Eurodollar", local - "SSS Spider", "Inter
Emirate Rent".

Rental conditions:


- The minimum time - 24 hours


- Individual farmer rent a car, must be at least 21 years


- Passport (sometimes a copy of the passport)


- International driving license not less than 1 year ago


- 2 photos


In the car rental companies you will make a temporary permit to drive
in the UAE. It is valid for one period for which rent a car. Prices for
rental cars may vary depending on the company and the lease term (from $
40 per day and above).





Beach: Gulf Coast is famous for its golden sands
and exceptional water clarity. In the Emirates, a lot of perfectly
equipped beaches at the hotels on the coast. Use of the beach for hotel
guests free of charge. If you are staying at a local hotel, you can swim
at "wild beach". No problems with a visit to the beach you will not arise:
from the hotel and back every day is a free bus. Sunbathing should be
extremely cautious. Do not forget sunglasses and creams. It is strictly
forbidden to sunbathe in the nude, as well as the ladies without a bathing
suit top. Do not drink alcohol at the beach. Departing from the beach,
remove to a litter.





workers and weekend: State agencies are working 5
days a week, from Saturday to Wednesday, weekends: Thursday and Friday.
Private companies are mostly working 6 days a week.





Religious Holidays: are marked by the lunar
calendar, adopted in Islam.





Point: Museums, art galleries here are no worse
than in any other country. Moreover, the UAE has its unique history. In
Dubai, next to modern skyscrapers you can see the ancient Arab streets.
Here is a magnificent example of Islamic architecture - Jumeirah Mosque,
palaces of sheikhs, the World Trade Center, Dubai Museum. In Abu Dhabi you
will visit the amazing beauty of the palace of Al Huang on surdoverfi see
the old methods of manufacturing of wooden boats. After leaving the East
Coast, you'll see a territory untouched by civilization: oasis, surrounded
by lush gardens, dry bed of the mountain rivers, mountain ranges Hajjar.
Those who prefer active recreation necessarily go to a desert safari with
an evening barbecue or in the water park "WILD WADI", one of the best in
the world.


Jumeirah







Jumeirah - coastal residential and resort area of
Dubai, located on the territory of the second largest emirate of the UAE.
Throughout the history of the Arabs living in Jumeirah, engaged in
fishing, pearl fishing and trade. Nowadays the area has gained popularity
among European and Western immigrants working in the emirate, and became
their principal place of settlement, which influenced the rapid growth of
construction along the coastline of the Gulf of Dubai. Jumeirah is also
well known to many tourists visiting the emirate. In Jumeirah located
mainly low private residential buildings, including the expensive and
luxurious mansions, and modest town houses built in different
architectural styles.




Jumeirah is considered
one of the most prestigious parts of Dubai, which led to the creation of a
special brand, meaning the exclusivity of the area. It grew luxury villas
belonging to the most affluent residents of Dubai, as well as the most
fashionable hotels Class "de luxe", for example, "Jumeirah Beach» Jumeirah
Beach Hotel and Burj Al Arab »Burj Al Arab. Dynasty, the ruling Dubai,
named her first-class hotel chain "Jumeirah".







Fujairah





The road along the mountain ranges Hodzhar, sandy beaches. Large
selection of water sports, the rich history make the emirate of Fujairah
extremely attractive for tourists. Here many old buildings with beautiful
architecture. The exquisite beauty of ancient forts and mosques, as well
as beautiful nature will be boon for amateurs.


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