Sandwiched between Atlantic rollers and the Namib Desert, Swakopmund is one of those great traveller way stations along the African road. At once Namibia’s adventure capital and a surreal colonial remnant, part destination in its own right and part launch pad for an exploration of the Skeleton Coast and Namib Desert, this is a city …
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Sossusvlei, a large ephemeral pan, is set amid red sand dunes that tower up to 325m above the valley floor. It rarely contains any water, but when the Tsauchab River has gathered enough volume and momentum to push beyond the thirsty plains to the sand sea, it’s completely transformed. The normally cracked dry mud gives …
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Traveling within Luanda city Travel cheap with a candongueiro. White and blue vans—mostly Toyota HiAces—zip furiously along every road, avenue and alley, carrying millions of people to and from work and everywhere in between. These collective taxis are how most Luandans get around, at 150 Kwanzas (90 cents) per ride. If you want to catch one, study …
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Angola is situated on the west coast of Southern Africa, bordered by Namibia to the south, Zambia to the east, the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west. The official language of Angola is Portuguese, which was inherited from the colonial period when Angola was under Portuguese …
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Windhoek Hosea Kutako International → Luanda 5 Jun · 16:35 – 5 Jun · 19:05Direct · 3h 30m Luanda → Windhoek Hosea Kutako International 8 Jun · 11:05 – 8 Jun · 15:35Direct · 3h 30m It was my first time flying with TAAG Angola Airlines and of course I was feeling excited. They do …
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Address: 12 Sukhumvit Soi 2, Bangkok, 10110, ThailandEmail: BKKSO_HOTEL@hilton.com Skyline views and city convenience Take in city center views from the downtown Bangkok hotel. Doubletree Hilton Bangkok Ploenchit is a 10-minute walk from Nana Plaza and Central Embassy, with multiple BTS stations nearby. The fitness center is open all day, and there is also an …
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Flight: ET639 Ethiopian Airlines Origin: Singapore 02:00Destination: Addis Ababa 05:50Plane: Boeing 787-8Duration: 8h 50 min Ethiopian Airlines is a Star Alliance member, having joined in December 2011. The company slogan is ‘The New Spirit of Africa.’ Ethiopian’s hub and headquarters are at Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa, from where it serves a network of 125 passenger destinations—20 of them domestic—and 44 …
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Depart: MCO 9.20amArrive: FLL 10.25am Airline: SouthwestPlane: Boeing 737-700 (twin-jet) Southwest Airlines is a major U.S. airline known for its low-cost fares and customer-friendly policies. It was founded in 1967 and operates domestic flights within the United States, with some destinations in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. Since we were headed to board our …
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28 November 2022|New York – Montreal 10:35LaGuardia Airport B28 Nov 202212:00Montreal-Trudeau International Airport Air Canada AC8635 | 1hr25mins It was a short-haul flight. When planning for this trip, I was contemplating between the Amtrak train from New York to Montreal, which takes 10 hours and it travels during the day, thus we would lose precious time on our holiday. The other …
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Here is the suggested itinerary from ChatGPT: Day 1: Day 2: Day 3: Of course, this is just a suggestion, and you can customise the itinerary to suit your interests and preferences. Jeju Island has many other attractions and activities to offer, such as beaches, waterfalls, and natural parks, so make sure to do some …
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Desaru is a coastal resort town located in the state of Johor, Malaysia. It is situated on the eastern coast of the Johor Bahru district, facing the South China Sea. Desaru is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches, scenic golf courses, and various outdoor activities. Desaru is easily accessible by road and …
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Udo literally translates to Cow Island, with “u” meaning “cow” in the Korean Hanja alphabet (Chinese words used in Korean). It’s named after cows because, apparently, the outline looks like a cow lying down or the top of a cow’s head depending on who you ask. People started inhabiting and visiting Udo during the Joseon Dynasty …
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The hotel is off Highway 1 in the central business district. Being less than a kilometer from City Square shopping and Persada Johor Convention Centre, it only takes 10 minutes on foot after crossing the Malaysia customs at CIQ complex. Mid Valley Southkey Mall is seven km away, and Aeon Mall and Toppen Shopping Centre …
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Address: The Forum Level B1 – Resorts World Sentosa – 8 Sentosa Gateway Prices Book your tickets here 🎫 Standard Admission (Resident and Tourist) – includes entry to the experience 🎫 VIP Admission (Resident and Tourist) – includes entry to the exhibition, entry to the VR experience* with skip-the-line, and a Van Gogh Starry Night poster 🎫 Premium Flex Entry VIP (Resident and …
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Departure: Gimpo (Seoul)Arrival: Jeju City Airline: Jeju Air Flight: 7C101Duration: 1 h 10 minPlane: Boeing 737-800 Jeju Air Co., Ltd., is the first and largest South Korean low-cost airline. It is also a founding member of the Value Alliance. For our trip to Jeju Island, we decided to fly with Jeju Air as it was …
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We started off the morning by having a local breakfast near our hotel. We chanced upon this donut shop that sells freshly made donuts and breads. Due to the language barrier and me not understanding all of the Korean that is spoken by the service staff, I only tried certain pastries. We had wanted a …
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Second time to Jeju, and looking forward to it. The first time when I visited Jeju, it was with my mother and it was in 2012. We did not rent a car, so it was quite inconvenient to explore areas outside of Jeju City. This time round, I rented a car from Lotte car rentals, …
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The Florida Keys are a chain of islands located off the southern coast of Florida. They stretch about 120 miles from Key Largo in the north to Key West in the south. The islands are connected by a series of bridges and causeways, including the famous Seven Mile Bridge. From south of Miami, it is …
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From tantalising gastronomic tours to railway adventures and dune buggy experiences, Palma has a whole lot to offer beyond its beauty and beaches. Prepare to experience this city in its full glory. Explore differently Train, car, bike, buggy? Whatever your preferred mode of exploration you’re guaranteed to experience something incredible. Take the train to see Mallorca’s …
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Event date: 13 Jan – 26 Feb 2023 Dahlias are beautiful flowering plants that are native to Mexico, Central America, and Colombia. They belong to the Asteraceae family, which also includes daisies and sunflowers. Dahlias are known for their showy blooms, which come in a wide range of colours and shapes. They are a popular …
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Beautiful beaches and all night parties are just a small part of Miami’s charm. So if you’re looking to learn more about Florida’s most fun city then you’re in the right place. Although Miami is the second most populous city in Florida, the Miami metropolitan area is the largest in the state. Due to being …
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When you mention Orlando, theme parks such as Disneyland or Universal Studios come to your mind. It is the theme park capital of the world. With the estimated 52 million tourists a year, Orlando and many other areas in the region have been developed a lot to offer a traveller who wants to see something …
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North America’s largest francophone city is a blend of French-inspired joie de vivre and cosmopolitan dynamism that has come together to foster a flourishing arts scene, an indie rock explosion, the Plateau’s extraordinary cache of swank eateries and a cool Parisian vibe that pervades every terrasse (patio) in the Quartier Latin. It is also the …
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New York City is composed of five boroughs: The Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island. Each borough is coextensive with a respective county of New York State, making New York City the largest U.S. municipality situated in multiple counties. Manhattan traces its origins to a trading post founded by colonists from the Dutch Republic …
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