15th
July
2007
by Tom Carter
The news was shocking!
The ticket agent at the Shangri-la bus terminal in Zhongdian, Yunnan province was happy to tell me over and over, in both Chinese and English, that yes, foreigners can now travel east through the Tibet Autonomous Region to Lhasa … overland and without a permit! I really couldn’t believe what I was hearing, but rather than falling down in rapture, I agonized over taking advantage of this new policy or continuing as planned on my already-paid-for, government-authorized, one-week tour across Kham to Lhasa. Ultimately, it would have been silly for me not to choose the latter.
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posted in Exotic Location, Trekking, Adventure, East Asia, China |
15th
July
2007
by Anita Reid
Spain and its Costa del Sol region in particular is a Mecca for holidaying golfers from all over the world. With its combination of sun, sea, cities bursting with culture and nightlife, scenic beauty and over 90 golf courses in Andalucía to choose from, it’s easy to see why.
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posted in Europe, Spain, Getaway, Vacation, Mountains, Outdoor, Destination, golfing |
15th
July
2007
by Tyler J Stevenson
Fishing lodges are a great way to get to retreat for a weekend.
Canadian fishing resorts offer a variety of services and most
importantly excellent fishing. Whether you’re a fly-fisher or your
regular lake trout fisher, a fishing lodge and resort in Canada is a
great way for you to catch the big one!
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posted in Canada, Getaway, Vacation, Lake, Outdoor, Fishing |
15th
July
2007
By: vagabondgrl
Located just one hour north of Atlanta at the bottom of the Appalachians, Big Canoe is a haven for harried city dwellers and a vacation wonderland for anyone with a mind to enjoy the great outdoors in a beautiful, comfortable setting. Vibrant green forests and imposing mountain peaks provide a stunning backdrop like none other, and ample activities and cozy accommodations are the finishing touches to what will surely be a pleasant retreat from the hubbub of daily life.
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posted in Hiking, Vacation, Lake, Outdoor, Fishing, Destination, water sports |
