How much would it cost to travel around Asia and Europe?
So, in a couple years I'm planning on travelling all through Asia, and Europe. I'm gonna start saving now, because I want to go in 4 years. I will be staying in hostels most likely, BUT in some places (Rome, and Paris) I do have family friends that are there so they'll let me be with them for a couple days. How much will the total be (An estimate). Thanks so much!
Other - Destinations - 4 Answers
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Well it really depends..the flight is going to cost the most to Asia..since the exchange rate tends to be favorable to westerners there..time spent there will be cheap, housing ,food , site etc. Europe however flights are cheap but everything else is expensive esp western europe during hte summer. Look up flight prices and hostel prices then add about 20 Euro per day for food and another 15 for sites.
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I think Contact any tour operator who gives full information about this tour package.
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sri lanka is a nice place to travel. Because there are lots of thing and places to watch in a small island,if you gone a start from Colombo u can travel to any direction in around two,three hours by a vehicle. http://www.leisuretours.biz/ http://www.hellovisit.com/ http://www.leisuretours.biz/tours/island-explore-tour http://www.lanka.com/sri-lanka/sri-lankan-beaches-96.html http://www.srilanka.com/photogallery/gallery.php Major tourist attractions are focused around the islands famous beaches located in the southern and eastern parts of the country. Ancient heritage sites located in the interior of the country and lush green resorts located in the mountainous regions of the country. There are manyNational Parks you can visit in Sri Lanka. Yala is the largest national park. http://www.info.lk/srilanka/srilankanature/nationalparks.htm http://www.nature.alawathugoda.com/ohiya.htm Also Pinnawala Elhipant Opernage famous residents such as the three-legged elephant, Sama, who stood on a land mine, and a blind elephant, Raja. The orphanage population is constantly augmented by new arrival Born Free in captivity: about one elephant is born here every year. The successful captive breeding project had so far produced 22 second generation births. http://www.angelpark.lk/pinnawala.html If u want to shopping during you`r trip, You can buy cloths( like cloths for you`r winter season,also other cloths) very cheap in Colombo(House of fashion,odel,majick city,kandy…are few of good fashion houses in sri lanka. If u want to buy leather works like bags, wallets,chairs… very cheap in pinnawala. If u want to buy jems Rathnapura is the best place to buy them. I hope u will enjoy you`r trip.
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Read this site :- http://www.leisuretours.biz/tours/island… http://www.lanka.com/sri-lanka/sri-lanka…
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
What is the best country to visit in Asia for Americans?
What is the best country to visit in Asia for Americans?
I'm planning a trip in May. I live in LA and will have one week to spend in Asia, so I want to go somewhere that is safe, rich in culture, and has a lot to see. Anybody have any suggestions?
Other - Asia Pacific - 14 Answers
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Go to Fiji Islands...That all answers your quest. It's in South Pacific though.
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Singapore is a really nice place in Asia, probably better than most American cities, I would suggest it, although it is lacking a little on the "sites to see" list. Shanghai and Hong Kong are coll cities to see as well.
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well, 1st of all. i think that the PHILIPPINES is the best place. theres soo much CULTURE as u asked for and plus most people speak english. dont stay in MANILA, the capital. thats crap. go to BAGUIO city (thats 6 hours north). the people are honest and warm. Especially visit cebu and the southern area called Visayas. there you can swim with the whale sharks. see the smallest primate. (forgot what its called) anyway, yeah goo check it out. :) that's what i think. HOPE u have a great vacation.
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Thailand is a good country to visit i went there and i liked it. Its really cheap. People are really friendly the only downside is everyone is going to always ask for money and there alway going to try to sell you something but other than that you would like thailand one more thing i went to Pataya
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Safe, rich in culture, and a lot to see? Well, my first thought is China. Mainly because it's extremely rich in culture AND there is a LOT to see! Safety may be of slight concern, but it's not such a big deal, so I think China would be the best choice for you! Japan is safe, and has a lot to see. If you go to Kyoto and Nara, you will find a lot of the traditional culture and sights. Southeast Asia is also good. Places like Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam are very rich in culture, and they offer a lot for tourists. Safety may be more of a concern in Southeast Asia, but most people who use common sense (and perhaps research a little about the country they are visiting) have no problems. Someone suggested Singapore, but Singapore is not "rich in culture", because it is a city. Cities always tend to be more modern and less traditional, so "culture" is difficult to find. Also, there are not really that many sights to see.
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americans? go to the Philippines and you will see alot of americans there. anyway, safe: everywhere in the world can have a safe place if you yourself would take care, rich in culture: i would say china and alot to see: what are you looking for? beaches?, historical places? (like japanese and spanish heritage ), shopping malls, bars.. etc.. well, go to the Philippines theres alot you can see there and one more thing, as american, you should go to a country that the people there almost can speak english: Philippines! the only fluent english speaker in asia.
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india
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Visit the Philippines, It's less expensive. People speak English, you'll have no problem with communication.
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The Fiji Islands is the BEST! Experience their Culture and the Ever-Smiling faces of the Fijian people and their Hospitality at its best. Beautifull People...Evergreen Forests...White Sandy Beaches and Tropical Weather all throughout the year!
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hk
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India is the best country for those who love biodiversity and climatic diversities. It is relatively a safe country provided you are honest, a strong believer of 'Live and Let Live Culture' and denounce extremism and fundamentalism of any sort.
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I'm planning a trip in May. I live in LA and will have one week to spend in Asia, so I want to go somewhere that is safe, rich in culture, and has a lot to see. Anybody have any suggestions?
Other - Asia Pacific - 14 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
Go to Fiji Islands...That all answers your quest. It's in South Pacific though.
2 :
Singapore is a really nice place in Asia, probably better than most American cities, I would suggest it, although it is lacking a little on the "sites to see" list. Shanghai and Hong Kong are coll cities to see as well.
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well, 1st of all. i think that the PHILIPPINES is the best place. theres soo much CULTURE as u asked for and plus most people speak english. dont stay in MANILA, the capital. thats crap. go to BAGUIO city (thats 6 hours north). the people are honest and warm. Especially visit cebu and the southern area called Visayas. there you can swim with the whale sharks. see the smallest primate. (forgot what its called) anyway, yeah goo check it out. :) that's what i think. HOPE u have a great vacation.
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Thailand is a good country to visit i went there and i liked it. Its really cheap. People are really friendly the only downside is everyone is going to always ask for money and there alway going to try to sell you something but other than that you would like thailand one more thing i went to Pataya
5 :
Safe, rich in culture, and a lot to see? Well, my first thought is China. Mainly because it's extremely rich in culture AND there is a LOT to see! Safety may be of slight concern, but it's not such a big deal, so I think China would be the best choice for you! Japan is safe, and has a lot to see. If you go to Kyoto and Nara, you will find a lot of the traditional culture and sights. Southeast Asia is also good. Places like Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam are very rich in culture, and they offer a lot for tourists. Safety may be more of a concern in Southeast Asia, but most people who use common sense (and perhaps research a little about the country they are visiting) have no problems. Someone suggested Singapore, but Singapore is not "rich in culture", because it is a city. Cities always tend to be more modern and less traditional, so "culture" is difficult to find. Also, there are not really that many sights to see.
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americans? go to the Philippines and you will see alot of americans there. anyway, safe: everywhere in the world can have a safe place if you yourself would take care, rich in culture: i would say china and alot to see: what are you looking for? beaches?, historical places? (like japanese and spanish heritage ), shopping malls, bars.. etc.. well, go to the Philippines theres alot you can see there and one more thing, as american, you should go to a country that the people there almost can speak english: Philippines! the only fluent english speaker in asia.
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india
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Visit the Philippines, It's less expensive. People speak English, you'll have no problem with communication.
9 :
The Fiji Islands is the BEST! Experience their Culture and the Ever-Smiling faces of the Fijian people and their Hospitality at its best. Beautifull People...Evergreen Forests...White Sandy Beaches and Tropical Weather all throughout the year!
10 :
sg
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sg
12 :
sg
13 :
hk
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India is the best country for those who love biodiversity and climatic diversities. It is relatively a safe country provided you are honest, a strong believer of 'Live and Let Live Culture' and denounce extremism and fundamentalism of any sort.
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Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Is it cheaper to buy a sailboats in asia?
| Is it cheaper to buy a sailboats in asia? I was thinking about buying a small yacht in the next year and sailing across the pacific with a friend. By default i was just planning to buy it in california and sail west. While tossing the idea around my friend suggested that instead we fly to somewhere in asia and buy a boat there and sail it back. His thinking being that if they are made over there half the price must be transporting it to america! If we bought it in america and sail it over there, then decided we dont know what to do with it and want to sell it we may not be able to get back even 1/3rd of our investment (supply and demand). But if we go there first and sail back we might even be able to sell it for more than we paid! Any ideas, tips or thigns we should look out for? Boats & Boating - 4 Answers Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions : 1 : Its the same about clothes, yes - its cheaper, but sometimes the quality is not good. 2 : I think you may have a chance of finding something at a good price. There a lot of Boat wood comes from overseas; i.e. Teak, should you want some pretty wood inside and out. I wish I knew more to tell you. One though is years ago a Boat Builder named "Cheoy Lee" in Hong Kong made some excellent boats. I not sure they still build the Cheoy Lee sailboats or if they even located in Hong Kong. Last I searched around I think they in Florida now building big ships. But, I would assume the Boat Labor in Hong Kong still there and should be someone building good boats. 3 : Have you ever bought a sailboat before? Actually have you done much sailing before? Are you looking at new or used boat? Cheaper yes, riskier very much riskier. Buying sight unseen, or with no other options can be a big roll of the dice. Do you have the funds to fix it or to fly back if you don't like it? Or if your buying new, what happens if the boat takes 3 or 4 months longer to make than expected? Thought about what if you get there and there is nothing you like? If you sail over there, and want to sell. The best way to sell is by Yachtworld.com or similar brokerages. You will be selling to other "Americans" that have more money usually than the locals. 4 : They say the cheapest place to buy a used boat is in the Canary Islands, because many have started off from Africa and that is as far as their mates would sail. So many boats are sold or abandoned there. Cheoy Lee is a good boat, too. Have any boat surveyed before buying it. |
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