Mauritius Package




Mauritius is an island nation off the southeast coast of the African continent in the southwest Indian Ocean, about 870 kilometers east of Madagascar.

Mauritius, a sparkling crystal in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, will fascinate you. The contrast of colours, cultures and tastes makes the island so charming that the scene is set for an unforgettable holiday. Here, you have the opportunity to experience unparalleled luxury: a level of refinement that is head and shoulders above that on offer in other tropical holiday destinations. Here, you will discover the true meaning of ‘beauty’ – a realisation that will compel you to return to Mauritius’ shores time and again.

Mauritius is a blend of diverse cultures and religions. Its population coming from three continents has brought traditions and beliefs from their ancestral countries. Religious festivals are celebrated in a spirit of peace and harmony throughout the year.


Come and explore Mauritius!

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3D2N Mauritius plus 5D4N South Africa Package (May-Dec 2013)
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ÃŽle aux Cerfs Island in Mauritius


7 Colored Earths of Chamarel




Las Casas Filipinas De Acuzar

Bataan, Philippines


A living museum of Philippine customs and traditions are re-born in a community typical of the 18th to early 20th century Philippines.    Historical Principalia  or noble class mansions, House of Stone  or Bahay na Bato and Wooden Stilt  houses that once, were  old and decaying architectural  pieces of a  bygone era  and slowly fading into the background of modern urban life are now,  restored  in a picturesque setting reminiscent of a Juan Luna or Amorsolo paintings.  These architectural treasures that have been carefully and painstakingly reconstructed from different parts of the country and rebuilt, “brick by brick” and  “plank by plank”  now ,  stand resplendent with pride  against a backdrop of majestic mountains, expansive rice fields and   a running river that flows to the sea.



Currently, there are twenty seven  heritage architectures, each full  with memories and history.
Walking along village cobblestone streets or riding one of the caruajes (horse-drawn carriages) commands a feeling of nostalgia and wonder, romance and appreciation  of simple living  at its best.





At Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar, the legacy of our forefathers and the beautiful Filipino traditions live on. It is a step back into the past, reliving the age- old traditions and practices distinct to our culture, without leaving the luxury and comforts of the modern world.

A showcase of Filipino talent, ingenuity and craftsmanship, Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar takes pride in the past... And keeps its hope for the future.


Text and Photos from:  Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar website






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GETTING THERE




Royal Caribbean: Caribbean Cruises

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For September  2013


7 NIGHTS WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE
Ship:                     Allure of the Seas
Sail Date:              Sep 08, 2013
Cruise Fare from:  $744+ per person
Ports of Call:        Fort Lauderdale (Florida), Labadee (Haiti), Falmouth (Jamaica), Cozumel (Mexico), Fort Lauderdale (Florida)

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Cozumel, Mexico



7 NIGHTS EASTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE
Ship:                      Oasis of the Seas
Sail Date:              Sep 07, 2013
Cruise Fare from:  $774+ per person
Ports of Call:        Fort Lauderdale (Florida), Nassau (Bahamas), Charlotte Amalie (St. Thomas), Phillipsburg (St. Maarten), Fort Lauderdale (Florida)

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Nassau, Bahamas
Phillipsburg, St. Maarten


* Cruise fares do not include international airfare from Manila.
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Royal Caribbean: Alaska, Canada, New England






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For August / October 2013


7 NIGHTS ALASKA CRUISE
Ship:                       Rhapsody of the Seas
Sail Date:               Aug 23, 2013
Cruise Fare from:  $684+ per person
Ports of Call:            Seattle, Juneau, Skagway, Tracy Arm Fjord, Victoria BC, Seattle 



Alaska Inside Passage


7 NIGHTS CANADA AND NEW ENGLAND CRUISE
Ship:                       Brilliance of the Seas
Sail Date:               Oct 20, 2013
Cruise Fare from:  $524+ per person
Ports of Call:            Boston, Halifax, St John (New Brunswick), Bar Harbor, Portland, Boston



New England



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Celebrity Cruises: Alaska Cruise


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For July to September 2013


7 NIGHTS ALASKA TRACY ARM FJORD CRUISE
Ship:                        Celebrity Solstice 
Sail Dates:              Aug 30, 2013
Other Sail Dates:       July 5, 12, 19, 26 / Aug 2, 9, 16, 23
Cruise Fare from:   $894+ per person
Ports of Call:             Seattle, Ketchickan, Tracy Arm Fjord, Juneau, Skagway, 
                                 Alaska Inside Passage,   Victoria BC, Seattle



Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska



7 NIGHTS ALASKA HUBBARD GLACIER CRUISE
Ship:                        Celebrity Century
Sail Dates:              Sep 01, 2013
Other Sail Dates:       July 7, 14, 21, 28 / Aug 4, 11, 25 / Sep 8
Cruise Fare from:   $664+ per person
Ports of Call:             Vancouver, Icy Strait Point, Hubbard Glacier, Juneau, Ketchikan, Vancouver

Hubbard Glacier, Alaska




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Royal Caribbean: Southeast Asia Cruise




SOUTHEAST ASIA HOLIDAY CRUISES
Onboard Royal Caribbean's MARINER OF THE SEAS - Asia's Largest Cruise Ship


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5 Nights Spice of Southeast Asia Cruise
Sail Dates:  Dec 23, Dec 28 (2013)
Cruise fares from $745+ per person
Ports of Call:  Singapore, Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Penang, Phuket, Singapore









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Royal Caribbean: Malaysia, Phuket Cruises

Cruises to MALAYSIA and PHUKET from SINGAPORE
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For November to December 2013


Singapore
3 Nights Best of Malaysia Cruise
Sail Dates:  Nov 15, Nov 29   (2013)
Cruise Fare from $385.00++ per person
Ports of Call:  Singapore, Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Singapore






Petronas Twin Towers, KL

4 Nights Port Klang and Phuket Cruise
Sail Dates:  Nov 25, Dec 9   (2013)
Cruise Fare from $495.00++ per person
Ports of Call:  Singapore, Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Phuket, Singapore









Phuket Beach


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Australia Tours

Island, country, continent… Australia is a big'un whichever way you spin it. The essence of the place is diversity: deserts, coral reefs, tall forests, snow-cloaked mountains and multicultural melting-pot cities.

The Sydney Opera House
Hip Cities Most Australians live along the coast, and most of these folks live in cities. In fact, Australia is the 18th-most urbanised country in the world, with around 70% of Australians living in the 10 largest towns. It follows that cities here are a lot of fun! Sydney, the sun-kissed Harbour City, is a glamorous collusion of beaches, boutiques and bars. Melbourne is all arts, alleyways and Australian Rules football. Brisbane is a subtropical town on the way up; Adelaide has festive grace and pubby poise. Boomtown Perth breathes west-coast optimism; Canberra transcends political agendas. If you're looking for contrast, the tropical northern frontier town ofDarwin and chilly southern sandstone city of Hobart couldn't be more different. But whichever city you're wheeling into, you'll never go wanting for a decent coffee, live bands, art-gallery openings or music festival mosh-pits.


Food and Drink Australia has broken the binds of its Anglo meat-and-two-veg culinary past, serving up a
multicultural fusion of European techniques and fresh Pacific-rim ingredients. 'Mod Oz' (or Modern Australian) is what the locals call it. Seafood plays a starring role − 'Hardly surprising on an island this big!', we hear you say…but from succulent Moreton Bay Bugs to delicate King George Whiting, there's a lot of variety in the ocean's bounty. And of course, beer in hand, you'll still find beef, lamb and chicken at traditional Aussie BBQs. Don't drink beer? Australian wines are world-beaters: punchy Barossa Valley reds, McLaren Vale Shiraz, Hunter Valley Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc from Tasmania's cool-climate Tamar Valley. Need a caffeine hit? Italian cafes have always known how to make the perfect espresso, but now there are coffee machines in pubs and petrol stations, and baristas in downtown coffee carts − you're never far from a double-shot, day or night.


It's a Wide Open Road There's a heckuva lot of tarmac across this wide brown land. From Margaret River to Cooktown, Jabiru to Dover, the best way to really appreciate Australia is to hit the open road. Car hire here is relatively affordable, road conditions are generally good, and outside of the big cities there's bugger-all traffic. If you're driving a campervan, you'll find well-appointed caravan parks in just about every town of any size. If you're feeling more adventurous, hire a 4WD and go off-road: Australia's national parks and secluded corners are custom-made for down-the-dirt-road camping trips. So embrace your inner road warrior and sing it loud: 'Get your motor runnin'…Head out on the highway…'



Gold Coast, Australia

Text from Lonely Planet


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Temple Run at Angkor Wat

Travel Blog by J
Feb 10-14, 2013


Among the items in my Bucket List are to see Machu Picchu  in Peru, Borobudur in Indonesia and the Angkor Wat  in Siem Reap.  I am fascinated by temples and old civilizations, interested in the stories behind the structures and symbols etched in stone.  This year, I was lucky to tick one item off my BL: Angkor Wat!

Sunrise at Angkor Wat

Booked 5 days in Siem Reap and stayed at the lovely Siddharta Boutique Hotel, just a few minutes away from the Angkor Wat Complex.

I have heard some people say that by the end of one's stay in Siem Reap, one would have been "templed out."  While that is true (I won't deny it), it is still worthwhile to see all the temples that you could for the duration of your stay for each temple is unique.



Here's what we did in 5 days

Day 01:  Evening arrival in Siem Reap.

Day 02:  Banteay Srei, Banteay Samre, lakeside lunch, Banteay Kdei, Ta Phrom (site of the movie, "Tomb Raider"), Ta Keo, Phnom Bakheng



Banteay Srei has the most intricate stone carvings.





Banteay Samre


Ta Phrom's characteristic overgrowth of roots made famous in "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider"



Day 03:  Sunrise at Angkor Wat (a definite must-see), explored Angkor Wat after breakfast, South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Bauphon, Terrace of the Elephants and Leper King.  Pub Street at night.


Angkor Wat



South Gate of Angkor Thom


Bayon Temple



Pub Street very alive at night with its many bars, restaurants, spas and shops.


Day 04:  Preah Khan, Angkor National Museum, Artisans D' Angkor, Spice Shop


Preah Khan


At Artisans D' Ankor: ladies doing some intricate lacquer work
Day 05:  Depart for Manila




Some  travel tips when going to Siem Reap:

* The best time to go would be from December to January when the weather is cool.  February was still okay, but dry and quite dusty.

* Pack an umbrella, a hat and a bandana to protect yourself from the sun and dust.  Some roads that lead to the temples are unpaved.

* Keep yourself hydrated.  Wear comfortable walking shoes.


* You must purchase an Angkor Pass to visit the temples.  Passes are sold in one-day (US$20), 3-day (US$40), and 7-day (US$60) blocks that must be used on consecutive days.  Your photo is taken on the spot at the time of purchase.  You must keep this pass with you at all times as you will need to present them upon entry to the major temples.

At the time we were there, the 3-day pass we purchased was actually valid for 7-days.  I am not sure if it was some kind of promotion.


* Hire a knowledgeable tour guide.  As of 2013, the services of an English-speaking tour guide runs at US$25 per day.  You can appreciate the temples more when the history is explained to you. With the vastness of the temple complex, having a guide will also save you time in navigating your way through the sites.  If you wish to be accompanied by your guide to see the sunrise at Angkor Wat, you need to pay an additional $5.00.

* Hiring a tuk-tuk is a cheap way to explore the temples.  As of 2013, the tuk-tuk service is US$15 per day.  Give your driver a tip if you are especially pleased with his service.  It will be much appreciated.

* Treat yourself to a traditional Khmer massage after a long day at the temples.  There are many massage salons in the city (or maybe one at your hotel) that offer these at reasonable prices.


Enjoy your trip! :)