The Best of Bulgaria
Several weeks back, a couple of friends and I were on vacation in Bulgaria. Since we’ve heard nothing but interesting stories of this south-eastern European country from our friends who have made the journey there, we decided to make a trip there ourselves to see what the fuss is about. We agreed to fly to Bulgaria in June as we have been told that it was the best time to visit the place from a scenic and cuisine point of view. As we arrived at Sofia Airport, we immediately went to an internet café to search for nearby rent-a-car shops as we believe the best way to experience a foreign country was to go about it ourselves.
During our search, we came across a site named avtorentacar, which had a summary of basic rules for driving in Bulgaria and we were surprised as the rules were quite different compared to our local ones. We managed to locate a car rental shop in Sofia called “SAVOY RENT A CAR” where we got ourselves a Nissan X-Trail. We spent our 1st day in Sofia where we visited the Russian churches and the Bulgarian History Museum. We even got a chance to sip some espresso in on the open-air bars near City Garden. We ended the night with dinner at a local restaurant called Beyond the Alley. We started our 2nd day at 6am as we wanted to catch the early morning service at Rila Monastery which is a site listed under UNESCO. We then had lunch at Drushliavitsa restaurant, which was quite close to the monastery. After that, we headed south to Melnik where we did some wine sampling. Day 3 started out with a morning drive to the heritage village of Kovachevitsa. We stopped by at Leshten for lunch before continuing our journey.
When we arrived at the village, we were amazed by the architectural style of the buildings which remained till this day. As the area was surrounded by canyons, crystal clear rivers and thick forests, we were treated to one of the best scenic views in Bulgaria. We spent our 4th day heading back to Sofia where we did some last minute souvenir shopping and sightseeing. We retired to bed early as we had an early flight the next morning. At the end of our trip, we only had this to say about Bulgaria – truly mesmerizing. And if given the chance, we would definitely visit this wonderful country again in the future.
Tags: rent a car, car hire, rent a car bulgaria, bulgaria rent car, bulgaria rent a car,car rent bulgaria,car hire bulgaria,bulgaria car hire,bulgaria rental car, bulgaria rental car, bulgaria car rental,bulgaria cars rental, Varna, Bourgas, Burgas, Plovdiv
Every BIT Worth the Wait: MyGreatWorld.com left BETA
Whether you love your city or if you really hate it: there is nothing more suited to describe the secrets of a spot to the global neighbourhood than PHOTOS - and, regretfully, vast masses of digital captures are still laying dormant on hard-drives around the world. By means of an advanced database-technology, photos at MyGreatWorld.com now become a database and an archive of time and place and a witness of change and development, revealing the fake designs in glossy travel-magazines etc.
After months of thorough testing the already acclaimed worldwide Photo Community at http://www.MyGreatWorld.com on August 28, 2008 has fired up its engine with a number of enhancements: Faster, more simple to use and still free with ALL its features, the innovative map-based visual database is becoming a real alternative to established sites. EXIF-Data (where available) is now displayed in the pictures and all titles and descriptions are indexed for keywords and retrieval in the mighty ‘Advanced Search’. Users can choose a night-scheme instead of the default one and still you are not asked for any personal data to register.
Within the Upload-Procedure users are invited to add new cities to the constantly growing community on their own and to describe both, their pictures and the locations - to either recommend them or to warn other visitors. With MyGreatWorld.com being a fairly new service, there is a good chance that you are the first to setup your city or any other spot. The former country-sites (http://www.MyGreatFrance.com, http://www.MyGreatGermany.com, etc) will become Text-Travel-Blogs shortly.
MyGreatWorld.com now accepts do-follow links to external sites on all pages (even on each photo-site) as long as there is a gain in information on the respective city, landscape or point of interest.
Tags: city, notable spot, landscape, each pla, MyGreatWorld, spot related, photo community, France, Germany
Austrian Adventure
If one would have been to Austria, I’m certain that some would have been spoilt for choice when it came down selecting the accommodation from a long list of Austria hotels. Furthermore, it is critical to choose a hotel which not only suits our taste but our pockets too! Well, I was in that predicament while planning for my vacation to Austria and fortunately for me, I came across Austria hotels which helped me make my choice. In the capital city of Vienna, there are 3 notable hotels to choose from. There’s the Hotel Imperial (5 stars), Hotel Astoria (4 stars) and Golden Tulip Art Hotel (3 stars). All 3 are strategically located in the city and are within walking distance to the renowned theatres and art centre of Austria. In addition, the Hotel Imperial has won several awards for its excellent hospitality such as being in Conde Nast Traveler’s 2002 Gold List. Anyhow, to those who are interested in Austria hotel reservations in the other Austrian cities like Graz, Innsbruck, Linz, etc can visit Austria hotel reservations .
If Austrian art and culture isn’t your cup of tea or you prefer something more extreme, then you should definitely give winter sports like skiing a try Austria ski holidays have become increasingly popular due to Austria’s beautiful sunny skies and mild temperatures which also promote optimal skiing conditions as the snow base is not too heavy. For skiing enthusiasts, there are several criteria which attract them to a certain ski resort. For example, some may prefer higher accessible vertical (i.e. piste to lowest ski lift) while others may prefer ski resorts which have large skiing areas. However, the Austrian ski resorts can cater to both these groups. For example, the Innsbruck ski resort boasts a maximum accessible vertical of 2620 metres (which is the highest in Austria) and this would definitely appeal to those vertical lovers. And for those who prefer very large ski areas can head on to Amade ski resort which have a staggering 865km skiing area.
All in all, Austria is a wonderful country that caters to all types of tourist, whether you’re an art enthusiast or a ski lover.
Tags: Austria, hotels, ski, hotel, holidays, Austria, Hotels, Reservation, booking, Resorts, accommodation, Ski, holiday, Travel, Tourist info, trips, vacations, Snow Levels, Skiing conditions, Festivals, Salzburg, Vienna, Austria destinations, Alps, mountains, summer skiing, snow cover, reports
Costa Rica Vacation Packages
At CostaRicaVacation4Me, every one of their Costa Rica Vacation Packages include domestic transportation, fantastic tours, and of course - top-notch lodging and hotel reservations. They can set you up with a rental car (often times, at no extra charge), safari tours, or shuttle bus transportation. The standard vacation packages range from a 7 day stay to a 2 week stay. By purchasing a Costa Rica Vacations package, you can enjoy the attractions like the Manuel Antonio National Park, Poas and Irazu Volcanoes, La Paz Waterfalls, and many more popular tourist hot spots. With the lowest prices on private packages in the industry, let this travel company plan your Costa Rica Vacation today! Many satisfied customers have helped make this company a leader in Costa Rica vacation travel.
Tags: Costa Rica, Costa Rica vacations, Costa Rica vacation, Costa Rica holiday, Costa Rica Tour, Costa Rica travel, Central America travel, Holiday Costa Rica, Central America vacation, Central America holiday, Caribbean vacation, Caribbean holiday, Caribbean travel
Hello Vietnam!!
Remember Angelina Jolie in Tomb Raider? Did you know that Angkor Wat is one of the most beautiful ancient ruins on earth? And, in case you’re not good at geography, this magnificent structure resides in a humble country called Cambodia, which is near Vietnam.
Vietnam’s tourism industry is slowly but surely picking up over the years. Known for it’s scenic natural views, it’s one place nature lovers must not miss. As a matter of fact, I am doing a bit of research on Vietnam tours as I intend to travel Vietnam, either by tour or backpacking sometime next year (well, I need to save enough money for the trip!).
I’m trying to find a package that allows me to tour Vietnam and Cambodia, and perhaps Laos as well. There are many tour options and there are also cruises as well for those who wish to visit the famous Halong Bay. I think it’s good to know a little about the country you plan to visit. Beside tourist spots, I think it is good to know a little about the people and the culture just so you know what to expect. If you’re looking for travel information like language and literature; climate and weather; currency etc. try checking out VietnamEasyTravel.com.
This site has a whole list of nice hotels for you to choose from..in alphabetical order! I’m trying my luck to find Hotel vietnam but it’s not on the list..perhaps such hotel does not exist *shrugs* Anyway, it’s still a very resourceful web site since the hotels and resorts it features comes with star ratings, price rates and a brief review. By the way, you can also search for Flight vietnam information. There’s even a section where you can chat with the team’s professional travel experts via MSN, Skype and Yahoo Messenger.
Tags: Travel vietnam, vietnam tour, tour vietnam, vietnam travel, vietnam holiday, vietnam vacation, vietnam travel agency, vietnam beaches, Travel indochina, indochina travel, indochina tour, vietnam resort, vietnam hotel, vietnam accommodation
Suite Yourself in Las Vegas
Moving to Las Vegas soon? Moving to somewhere new, to me, is a terrifying idea. What if I can’t get used to the new environment? What if I don’t like my new job? What if it turns out that moving to LAs Vegas isn’t the best idea? You can probably tell by now, I’m pretty much a home person.
Finding the perfect place to stay can be quite challenging. I mean, no offence, but living for a long term in a motel is not a very good idea. You want a place you can call home, somewhere comfortable and affordable. You will want to have privacy, some brick walls instead of wooden partition. You want to have your own space, not share a dorm with a dozen of strangers. Perhaps you want to rent a place that is near your new workplace or very accessible by public transportation. Maybe you would prefer somewhere less high traffic, or just a room for yourself instead of an apartment. Fully furnished? Partially furnished? Can you keep pets?
If you are looking for Las Vegas Apartments, then this site is the ideal home search portal simply because it has a list of Apartments in Las Vegas for rent. With properties all across Las Vegas, be it Western, Southern, Central, Eastern, Northern, even NorthWestern, there will be a place for you. Now, the important thing is the rent, right? Well, rent starts from..are you ready? Only $100..up to $2000, of course, it depends on the location, facilities and space.
You get to see pictures of your new abode on the website so you don’t need to, say, travel all the way from Washington D.C. to Las Vegas just to view a room/apartment. And for your convenience, some maps are available for viewing too so you can roughly gauge the distance between your new loft and new workplace.
Tags: apartments in Las Vegas, find Las Vegas apartments, apartments in and around Las Vegas, Las Vegas apartment guide, find renters in Las Vegas, Las Vegas movers, short term housing in Las Vegas, corporate housing, find an apartment in Las Vegas
Car Hire in Australia & New Zealand- Tips for a Hassle Free Car Rental
Travelling around Australia or New Zealand can be a whole lot of fun by renting a car. There are 1000’s of rental places and 100’s of cars to choose from. How do you know which where to hire and which car to go for, well…simple, follow these simple steps and you will enjoy the whole experience.
1. Make a reservation at least one week in advance.
Make your booking as early as possible. Research has shown that the earlier you make the a booking the cheaper it tends to be, a bit like the airlines. As the booking pace increases, the rates can go up….While booking earlier doesn’t always guarantee a price break (during peak travel seasons, for instance), you’re more likely to come out ahead. Additionally, some rental car companies will offer a discount if you make your reservation online.
Find out about the company’s cancellation policy when you make your reservation. Specifically, you want to know whether there is a cancellation charge and how much advance notice is required to avoid heavy penalties.
2. Choose a company based on rates, vehicle availability and service.
Most major companies including Budget Car Hire offer deals If you’re a frequent traveller, you know that the major rental car companies have special programs that qualify repeat customers for discounts, greater choice of vehicles and faster service. For those who travel only occasionally, however, it’s a good idea to compare rates based on the type of car you want (mid-size, full-size, SUV and the like) and the location and dates of your trip. Although the major companies have largely homogeneous rental car fleets, if you want a specific model (a Toyota or Ford, for example), check on its availability before you make a reservation. And if you’re seeking an exotic car or anything more luxurious than a Audi or BMW, you’ll need to call around well in advance.
Keep in mind that vehicles rented at airports typically incur an airport tax or surcharge (they’re in your contract). While you can avoid this surcharge by renting your vehicle from a non-airport location, you will usually have to arrange your own transportation to the rental office.
Service is another consideration: If you previously had a pleasant experience with a company because of their efficient service or willingness to get you into a specific vehicle, use them again. Smaller, independently owned companies might be appealing because of their ultra-low rates or the availability of hard-to-find, exotic vehicles. You should, however, research these companies thoroughly before handing over your credit card. Find out what kind of roadside assistance the company offers — if the rental vehicle breaks down, you don’t want to be in the position of having to pay for towing out your own pocket. In addition, make sure that you plan around the company’s operating hours. “Some [smaller companies] are not open 24 hours, so if you have a late flight, you might not be able to pick up the car when you want it,” Rebello said.
3. Should you buy the rental company’s insurance policies?
Car hire companies have a menu of insurance policies that they would like to sell you. While in theory, each policy could be of some benefit under the right circumstances, you should review each plan (and all of its provisions, limitations and exclusions) before making a purchase. You’ll need to request this information over the phone or at the rental office, as the major companies only provide a summary on their Web sites.
Rental car companies generally offer liability coverage in two parts — a supplemental liability policy protects against claims from others and a Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) covers the rental car. LDW isn’t insurance per se; rather, it’s a company’s agreement not to hold a consumer liable for loss from all or part of any damage to merchandise (though it’s an agreement that you must buy). The advantage in both cases, of course, is that your own insurer never has to know about any incident that might involve you and your rental car (provided the damage doesn’t exceed the limits of the rental company’s policy).
“If you’re renting for a couple of days as a business traveller or a few days to a week as a vacationer, it’s a good idea,” Rebello said. If you have a long-term rental, however, you’ll probably find that the rental company’s coverage becomes too expensive.
In most cases, your own auto insurance policy applies to rental cars, as well. That is, you should still have protection against bodily injury and property damage claims from others while you are driving a rental car — and should the rental car be damaged, vandalized or stolen, that would be covered, as well. We say most, because it’s important to consult your policy and/or your insurance agent to verify coverage. This is especially important if you’re going to rent a high-end car that exceeds the value of your insured vehicle.
Assuming that your insurance is in order (and leaves no assets exposed), there should be no need to purchase additional liability coverage since you’re already paying a hefty premium every six months. However, if you’ve had a recent string of unfortunate vehicular mishaps and/or you know that you can’t afford a premium hike (or worse), it could make sense to purchase extra coverage from a rental car company for peace of mind.
4. Put all additional drivers in the rental contract.
Whenever you let someone not included in the rental contract drive the vehicle, you risk voiding the contract. And Rebello warned, “Claims against the company’s insurance coverage — and even your own personal insurance coverage — may be compromised.”
So swallow the added fees and put everyone in the contract. Most companies won’t charge extra for your spouse, but you should ensure that his or her driving privileges are provided for in the contract.
5. Pre-pay or refuel it yourself?
Rental companies generally offer you the option of either paying for a tank of gas in advance (at a self-serve rate) and bringing the vehicle back empty or refuelling it yourself. While the pre-pay option is certainly cheaper than returning the vehicle empty and paying the higher surcharge amount in the contract (per gallon), there is no guarantee that it will always be cheaper than refuelling the car on your own. So, plan accordingly — if you know that you won’t be using a full tank (250-300 miles), don’t use the pre-pay option.
6. Inspect the vehicle thoroughly before you leave the lot.
Since you could be held responsible for any damage to a rental car (beyond “normal wear-and-tear”), you should take a walk-around with the sales agent before driving off. Inspect the vehicle for existing dents, scratches and other damage, and make sure that anything you find is noted in the contract.
7. Stick to the contract’s terms.
If there are mileage restrictions in your contract (and there often are), stay within them in order to avoid post-rental penalties. Further, you should steer clear of any restricted activities — putting snow chains on the tires, towing a trailer, off-roading, transporting people or property for hire could jeopardize insurance coverage for any damage sustained by the rental vehicle. This applies specifically to insurance purchased from the rental company, but failure to adhere to the company’s rules could complicate dealings with your own insurer, as well.
8. What if the vehicle breaks down?
Major companies usually provide roadside assistance. Look at your contract — it should include instructions and a toll-free number.
9. What if the vehicle is damaged?
If your rental car is involved in an accident, most companies will require you to come to the rental office to file an accident report. Read your contract — you’re usually required to file a report within a certain amount of time. Many companies will want a police report, as well, particularly if it was a major accident. Check your contract to see when this is required (if you’re confident that you weren’t at fault, it’s definitely to your advantage to get a police report). All of this applies as well if your rental vehicle is vandalized or stolen.
If your vehicle is damaged while in the care of a hotel’s (or restaurant’s) valet parking attendants, you’ll need to work things out with the hotel before filing a report with the rental company. A cool head and a police report should get you through these situations with minimal aggravation.
10. Return your rental car on time.
Since car rental rates run on a 24-hour clock, you will incur extra charges even if you’re only an hour late in returning a vehicle. The hourly rental rate is usually one-third of the daily rate, so if you’re three to four hours late, you’ve tacked on another day’s charges to the total bill.
Tags: car rental, deals, car hire, car lease, thrifty, budget, avis, sydney, perth, australia, melbourne, perth, cairns, brisbane, adelaide
Gamelodges
Are you longing for a true African safari adventure in the best game lodges of Southern Africa? Well, the call of the African bushveld is right here at www.gamelodges.za.net
www.gamelodges.za.net offer friendly, professional service while organizing a magical vacation in the safari destination of your choice from South Africa to Botswana, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia and Zambia.
At www.gamelodges.za.net , we will provide you with the perfect game lodge accommodation, exciting safari tours and more, to ensure that you enjoy every minute of your vacation and witness this captivating continent in all its glory. There are rugged mountains, endless bushveld regions, tropical forests, abundant swamplands, vast savannahs, hazy hot plains with darting Antelope and the exhilarating sight of the Big Five (Buffalo, Elephant, Lion, Rhino and Leopard).
We invite you to explore all the provinces of South Africa with the interesting scenery, cultural diversity and exciting, unique game lodges. You will find great hospitality, wonderful accommodation and exquisite scenery.
Visiting the Southern African countries of Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana will be easy thanks to Gamelodges.za.net. We offer everything you need to enjoy the amazing sights and sounds of these countries, as you journey to the magnificent Victoria Falls, the salt pans of Makgadikgadi, the Okavango Delta and Swamps, the Kalahari Desert, Etosha Salt Pans and more.
With luxury accommodation in the heart of Africa surrounded by stunning scenery, gorgeous sunsets, and abundant wildlife, you will soon forget all about the stresses, hustle, and bustle of daily life.
So, what are you waiting for? Reserve your ultimate safari vacation in South Africa or any other Southern African country now, and we will guarantee you a fantastic saving of 10 - 30 %. Choose from top quality lodges, guest houses and hotels to make your dreams come true.
The Amazing Mother Africa Beckons!
Disney has entered the building!!
I am sure everyone has seen the Disney Channel before. How could anyone grew up without seeing Disney? Since I was a little kid, I always wanted to go to Disneyland and meet all the characters there. It would be great to see it with my own eyes, Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Minnie, and many more! My daughter loves the Lion King, and often she asked me to take her to Disneyland, and I would love to, someday.
My friends told me that Disneyland is having a promotion on its resort rooms and packages. For a limited time, Disneyland is offering special Disney discount codes for its prospective customers. They give discounts on the park tickets, rooms and even for their lunch and dinner.
A must for all parents who like to bring their kids to Disneyland, is a Disney Cruise. Now, they are expensive, but you should check this out, MouseMisers also has special Disney Cruise specials. The Disney Cruise is fantastic for all of your family members, whether they are 3 or 103. To be able to relax on a cruise, in a Disney environment, it’s like a fantasy came true! I hope Ariel will show up!
The best is yet to come! Disney World is even offering a better deal, a unique offer, the Disney World free dining offer for it’s visitors! This is a great chance to take your entire family to Disney World, and save a bunch of Disney Dollars. Even for me, even though I am 35 years old, I still love watching Disney movies. My latest favoritee is Pirates of the Caribbean, I would love to be able to ride the Pirates ride with my daughter.
More Here: Disney Cruise specials
Tags: discounts, disney world, walt disney world, disney visa, magic your way, dining plan, adventures by disney, free dining
KLIA Limo | LCCT Limousine | Sepang Car Service | MAS Limo
You can hire any KLIA car service which would be really cheaper in comparison to the limousine service but the awe that would be created amongst your kith and kin on your alighting from the limo will be unmatchable.
LCCT limousine service is one of the best providers of limo service in Sepang, KLIA and above all it is renowned for the most cost-effective Kuala Lumpur car service. You can even hire Malaysia limo even if you are not in Malaysia and Selangor as the company is the premier worldwide limo service provider. The exclusive worldwide limo services provided by the company include:
• Sepang car service
• Limousine service in Selangor have been hired nowadays for almost every occasion whether it is a wedding, night-out, anniversary, corporate meeting, and receiving guests from airport, birthdays, or bachelor’s party. The reason being the elegance, grace and the reputation that limo lends to your arrival at any place or event.
• KL bus charter
• Airport transportation KLIA and LCCT
Whether it is a short trip to the airport or a long trip to different states the best car hire will be of limo. Limo hire is not only for style statement since limo is the luxurious of all the Malaysia car service.
Sepang limo service will be your first and last stop once you have enjoyed its Seremban limo service as it provides additional luxury services along with car.
Limousine service in Johor has been on increase due to its great demand in business sector. Most of the big business groups hire Genting limo to receive and escort their foreign business delegates. Limos make a great impression on the business clients and increase the reputation of the company which in turn brings in more business.
Business transportation should not only be on time but it must have look of great elegance and make a style statement of the company in the eyes of the other business associates and competitors in the market and for this best car service to be hired is limo.
If your business is Melaka based or you have to arrange a business trip for your company even outside Malaysia, Sepang KLIA limousine will be the best option as it ensures comfort and luxury of time and space to your travel. AirAsia limousine service is easy to hire and offers airport transportation Kuala Lumpur, KL limo service, Bukit Bintang bus charter within the Kuala Lumpur and even outside the state. You can even hire limousine service Malaysia on hourly basis.
You can opt for this service when you are not sure about the destinations you will be visiting in your hired Malaysia limo. Also, the KL limo service provider avails you their additional service of a trained chauffeur who knows all the geographical routes and is an expert driver who assures you timely reach to your desired destination. You can even hire the service of bus charter for a large group of people who are going on a party or a trip. if you are interested in hiring luxurious worldwide limousine services, you can contact-: Sepang Limo 0136679137 or email adfunk@gmail.com
Tags: KLIA Limo, LCCT Limousine, Sepang Car Service, MAS Limo, KLIA car service, limo service Sepang, Sepang car service, Kuala Lumpur limos, Airport transportation KLIA, LCCT
