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Kollam, is also known as Quilon is located approximately 75 kms away from Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala. Kollam was an ancient port city on the Arabian cost. This town have a rich costal history that even made the famous ancient travel writer Ibn Batuta to refers this port as one of the five important port in the 14th century. You should reconsider the fact that Ibn Batuta traveled 24 years vigorously around the globe on the known world. Kollam shares it's boundary on the south by Thiruvanathapuram District, on the north by Pathanamthitta & Alapuzha, on the east by Tamilnadu and on the west by Arabian Sea. The Kollam town is known for its cashew trade & processing and coir manufacturing. Kollam district's around thirty percent is covered by the Ashtamudi Lake, therefore it called as "Gate way to the backwaters of Kerala" and thus a outstanding tourist destination in the region. Kollam town is well copious with beautiful beaches such as, "Thirumullavaram beach" is an ideal place for swimming & bathing. This wonderful beach is located only 5 kilo meters away from Kollam town. "Thankassery beach" located around 5 kilometers north of the Kollam town, it is also known for its European settlement during the colonial days. Some remnants of the European settlement is still exist. This beach is very famous for its 44 meter tall light house. This light house was built in 1902. Nendakara located 7 kilo meters away from the city is famous as a view point for " chaakara" a post monsoon phenomenon occurs in the cost, that attract a plenty fish to the cost.

Ipoh old Town Wall Art Mural becomes the new attraction in the Ipoh city. Ipoh was a town full of historical buildings and a lot of delicious food

I had been visiting France since 2000. But now days I am traveling small towns of France also using the same France Schengen Visa for my visit. These small towns give you all together a different taste to your Tour.

There's a little town smack-dab in the middle of Australian Outback, that has taken the country's nickname 'Down Under' quite literally. Welcome to Coober Pedy, an Australian mining town that lives underground!

Kuala Kangsar is the royal town of the state of Perak in Malaysia. Its a small laid back town that I visit it often cause its the hometown of my other half. I like the relaxing laid back atmosphere especially after a hectic week at work

Daily cheap flights to Osaka from cape town with no stops , direct and return flights available too.

One of the most popular hill stations in India, Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Located at 1600 Mts above sea level, this was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make Munnar a unique experience. Munnar is essentially a tea town. The tea plantations have now been taken over by the Tata Tea Company. The visitor is greeted with miles and miles of unending tea plantations on entry into Munnar. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here is the Neelakurinji a flower which bathes the hills in blue colour once in twelve years. The Neelakurinji, will bloom next in 2006 AD. Munnar also has the highest peak in South India - Anamudi - which towers over 2695 Mts and is an ideal spot for campers who like to do some trekking.

A trip to Dhanuskodi a "Ghost Town" in Rameswaram Island

Throughout Vietnam there are a multitude of outdoor adventure activities to get involved in. You can cycle the length of the infamous Ho Chi Minh Trail, the name given to the many supply routes and trails used by the Viet Cong to deliver arms and supplies to the their troops fighting in the south.  There is rock climbing, kayaking and some outstanding trekking to be enjoyed in the central highlands and in the north of the country around well-known locations such as the former colonial hill station of Dalat in the highlands and the outpost of Sapa in the countries far north. Participating in an Vietnam adventure tour will allow you access to all these activities, give you the opportunity visit and stay in hill tribe villages whilst also including some of the must see attractions and cities to be found throughout the country.  Hanoi is the finest city in Asia right now; it's the place to spend a few days. The place is simply bubbling over as the country starts to realize its commercial and tourist potential. Further south there is the former Imperial capital of Hue and the quaint town of Hoi An, both is worth a few days of any traveller's time.

Gokarna, a temple town in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India, meaning "Cows Ear", was once a unwinding place for Goa aliens, hippies and backpackers, who were tired after the heavy partying in Goa;

Located in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala, Adoor is a small town famous for its rich cultural heritage and everlasting religious belief.

Chef Pasqualino Barbasso is in town to perform amazing acrobatic shows - catch a sneak peek here!

In town to promote Asia's Next Top Model, the latest adaptation of the 38-year-old's successful franchise, we had a chance to get up close and personal with the California-born celebrity - without getting starstruck. And here's how we did it.

SOFITEL METROPOLE HANOI Renovated from the only one-century luxury hotel in town. French-colonial style, best location in the heart of the town centre. : French and Vietnamese cuisine, daily buffet, various bars, pub and restaurants, business centre and function room, swimming pool, big fitness centre, garden, health club, bakery shop, hairdress HILTON HANOI OPERA Seven-storey colonial style hotel with 269 deluxe rooms and suites.