Orlando Travel Guide

There is no disguising the fact Orlando is a city built on theme parks - lots of them. Until 1966, there was precious little here in central Florida, but growth has spiralled thanks to a huge influx of tourists following the arrival of Walt Disney World Resort.

From the original Magic Kingdom, which opened in 1971, Disney has added three more theme parks, two water parks and a host of associated development, including hotels, shops and golf courses to make it a true 'World' resort. With Disney setting the example, SeaWorld (three theme parks) and Universal (two) have added to Orlando's reputation as the family entertainment capital of the world. Between them, they draw nearly than 50 million visitors every year, and that has meant a huge growth in associated hotels, restaurants and shops, plus a host of smaller-scale attractions.

Harry P.Leu Botanical Gardens

Attractions in Orlando are not only meant for fun and entertainment. When you want to take a break from the bustling life of its shopping streets, entertainment centers and theme parks, you could take refuge in the arms of Mother Nature. Harry P. Leu Botanical Gardens is spread in almost 50 acres of space and it is home to more than 2000 species of plants.

Located only a couple of minutes from downtown Orlando, the Garden is situated on the banks of Lake Rowena. The Botanical Garden is more recognized in Orlando because it is the only house museum in the city that is open to public. The house museum was a farmhouse, which was restored in 1880s, refurbished to give its accurate historical décor before being opened to the public in 1962.

Disney Wide World of Sports Complex

One of the greatest sports Attractions in Orlando, Disney Wide World of Sports Complex is the ultimate destination for fans and competitors alike. Not only that, it has something to offer for each and every one of its visitors. 

Disney - MGM Studios

History of Disney MGM Studios Theme Park. Disney MGM Studios, the third park in Walt Disney World resort was opened on 1st May 1989. The theme park is now known as Disney Hollywood Studios. Disney - MGM Studios was modeled on Hollywood and show business of the 30s and 40s.

In 2007, MGM Studios came in the top 4 most visited amusement parks in the country and among the top 7 worldwide by setting a record guest visit of 9 million.

Daytona International Speedway

Daytona International Speedway is one of the most popular and famous attractions in Orlando among teenagers and adults equally and it has given the city, the reputation of being jazzy and sporty as it has been a home to all kinds of race sports since 1959.

The different type of racing sports includes motorcycles, go-karts, sports cars, modified pickup trucks, and stock cars. It is located 1801 West International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, and Florida 32114. There are different types of tracks for different races. The different courses include tri-oval, road courses, super cross, flat tracks and Indy racing League. Today, its racing tracks hold the capacity for 168,000 spectators.

Cypress Gardens Aventure park

Cypress Gardens Adventure Park kicked off on January 2, 1936. Who could have known that it would become a showplace for 8000 different varieties of flowers from over 90 different countries? It was a theme park and electric boats were available to see the eye catching botanical gardens.

Gradually it became the most prominent attraction famous for its spectacular water ski shows, eye-catching lush green gardens, and for its hot and attractive Southern Belle models. A numbers of movies were also shot in this garden. In the early 1960s, a boat was also introduced for customized photography. After that, it became a renowned spot for shooting television commercials. A couple of other things were also added with the passage of time which includes an ice skating show.

City Walk Orlando

City Walk is the entertainment Capital of Orlando and is one of the best attractions in Orlando for couples and teenagers. Its design is of a 30 acre complex offering variety of amenities which include shopping, dining and other entertainments.

It is a home to themed nightclubs, restaurants, concert venues, shops, cinemas and street performers. It has earned the reputation of an ideal place for family fun, a place to hang out with friends and to spend romantic evenings for couples. Some people think that City Walk is the response to Downtown Disney, but the truth is this place is one of its kinds. It offers a variety of dining options from hot dogs to haute cuisine. As it is located in between the two large theme parks of Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, it serves as a gateway to experiencing the two most amazing theme parks of the world.

Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art

Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art is located in Winter Park, Florida, USA. It is one of the most popular and prominent attractions in Orlando for those people who have passion for arts and appreciate aesthetics. Undoubtedly, it has one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of Louis Comfort Tiffany. The collections include striking and eye-catching jewelry, fabulous pottery, expressive paintings, amazing art glass and beautiful interior chapels.

Capone's Dinner and Show

Capone’s Dinner and Show is located in 4740 West Highway 192, Kissimmee 34746. It is type of a cheerful nightclub cabaret, sketch comedy revue, and all you can eat Italian Buffet. Its timings are 8:00 p.m. nightly during spring and summer, while during fall and winter its timings are 7:30.

Busch Gardens

More than just a Garden to Explore

The Busch Gardens is indeed not an ordinary garden that you might be thinking as it is. That is if you haven’t been to this place which is just one of the best attractions of Orlando.

It is truly more than just a garden to explore. You will be amazed to see the wonders that this monstrous garden can offer. Not just flowers to behold nor exotic plants and wonderful landscape to wander around. There really is a whole lot in store for everyone in this mystical garden of some sort.

Buena Vista Watersports

Haven for Water-skiing

Buena Vista Watersports is just one of the many attractions in Orlando. It is in fact now gaining more popularity as the haven for real awesome water-skiing experience. More and more people are trying to inch their way to enjoy all the recreational water sports that you can think of. This is also a nice place to check out when you are in Orlando as it is conveniently located near the other wonderful places in the area. As the name suggests it is the perfect place for those who love engaging themselves with any exciting water sports.

Arabian Nights

Mystical feast to look forward

Arabian nights is one of the best attractions in Orlando that both local and foreign tourists will truly enjoy while paying a visit in Florida. This is why this attraction is now gaining more and more popularity in many other parts of the globe. This is why more of those who have had the chance to watch a night of magical show will always look forward to the next visit.

Adventure Island in Orlando

An Adventure Island worth exploring

Adventure Island is definitely one of the many attractions in Orlando. In fact, other than World Disney, it is one of the wonderful places that both foreign and local tourist will be looking forward to when planning a visit in Orlando. It is indeed a nicely made themed park worth the visit when you are in Florida.

The island which is actually a part of the world renowned Universal Studios Resort, offers a vast experience of getting into the world of myths, legends and even movies. Both young and old will definitely love to explore the whole adventure island which is undeniable one of the greatest attractions in Orlando.

What to see in this adventure island?

For those who haven’t been to this place, it will surely be an amazing experience to see for the place for the first time. Aside from the amazing roller coaster ride, you will definitely enjoy hoping the five different themed-islands within the island itself.

Each of these islands also offers its exclusive rides which will surely bring out the child in you and at the same time test your limits for adventurous rides. You will really have the best times of your life in this island filled with mystical adventures.

Islands in Adventure Island

• Seuss Landing - this is the right place to explore for real fans and followers of Dr. Seuss. It is the best place where you can see your favorite characters doing their unusual tales right next to you. 
• Jurassic Park – as the name suggests, it is the haven for those who have not outgrown their love for different kinds of dinosaurs. Being the largest of the five islands, here you will see amazing magic of science which brings dinosaur back to life for everyone to behold.
• The Lost Continent – This is the island to explore for those who love to bring back time. It will give them the chance to experience an amazing trip down memory lane bringing them to ancient myths and epic legends.
• Toon Lagoon – If you love just fun at its best then is the right place for you to explore. You will definitely have the time of your life laughing out with the many funny adventures that you and your family will definitely enjoy exploring in this island.
• Marvel Super Hero Island – This is the island where some of the greatest superheroes of the world converge to take the biggest fight against equally super villains. The place will surely bring out the child in you.

Prambanan The Most Beautiful Hindu Temple in the World , Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Prambanan Temple (built 9th century). Candi Prambanan is the grandest temple in Java apart from Borobudur. Located on the Prambanan plain, this sprawling temple complex sits majestically in an open area about twenty kilometers south of Mount Merapi, which dominates the horizon. The temple was constructed in the early ninth century by the Sanjaya dynasty, a flourishing Hindu kingdom that shared the island with the Buddhist Saliendra dynasty that built Borobudur. The relationship between the two dynasties is not clear, but one theory maintains that the Sanjayas constructed Candi Prambanan as a symbol of dynastic power in response to the construction of Borobudur.

Nepal Travel Guide

Nepal is one of the richest countries in the world in terms of bio-diversity due to its unique geographical position and altitude variation. The elevation of the country ranges from 60 meters above sea level to the highest point on earth, Mt. Everest at 8,848 meters, all within a distance of 150 kilometers resulting in climatic conditions from sub-tropical to arctic.

This wild variation fosters an incredible variety of ecosystems, the greatest mountain range on earth, thick tropical jungles teeming with a wealth of wildlife, thundering rivers, forested hills and frozen valleys.

Within this spectacular geography is also one of the richest cultural landscapes anywhere. The country is a potpourri of 101 ethnic groups and sub-groups who speak over 92 languages and dialects. Nepal offers an astonishing diversity of sightseeing attractions and adventure oppurtunities found nowhere else on earth. And you can join in the numerous annual festivals that are celevrated throughout the year in traditional style highlighting enduring customs and beliefs.

Mountaineering Expeditions Nepal

Nepal Himalayan has become a great theatre of expedition activity and the drama of success and failure have provided impetus to thousands of men and women to meet the ultimate challenge. The Nepal Himalayan has been an attraction to many people, be they saints, philosophers, researchers or adventures.

Mt. Makalu Expedition

Makalu (8,463) is the fifth highest mountain in the world. It is an isolated peak, located just 14 miles east of Mount Everest. Its size alone is impressive, but its structure, that of a perfect pyramid with four sharp ridges, make this mountain all the more spectacular.

It has proved to be a challenging climb, as only five of its first sixteen attempts were successful. Previously, it had been admired and studied by several Everest parties, but like so many other giants in Khumbu region, it was not attempted until the summit of Everest had been attained in 1954. A French group first climbed Makalu in year 1955.

Mt. Lhotse (8,516m) Expedition

Mt. Lhotse was climbed by a Swiss expedition in 1956. Its lower peak, mount Lhotse Shar 8383m, sometimes considered a separate 8000m peak, Mount Lhotse, which means "South peak" is a part of the Everest massif, just to the south of Everest. The primary route on mount Lhotse is via Everest's South Col. But by 1955, despite the activity on Mount Everest, Lhotse was the highest unclimbed peak in the world.

The first attempt on Mount Lhotse was by an international team in 1955. One member of the party was Erwin Schneider; during this expedition, he began work on the first of the series of high-quality "Schneider maps of the Everest region". The same Swiss party that made the second ascent of Everest in 1956 that made the first ascent of Mount Lhotse from a camp just below the South Col.

Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586m)

Kanchanjunga, at 8,586m, is the third-highest peak in the world and the second-highest in Nepal. It was first climbed by a British team in 1956. The peak consists of four summits. The west summit, Yalung Kang, is 8420m high and some people classify it as a separate 8000m. Peak.

The first Westerner to explore Kanchanjunga was the British botanist JD Hooker, who visited the area twice in 1848 and 1849. Exploration of the Sikkim, side of the peak continued with both British and pundit explorers mapping and photographing until 1899. In that year a party led by Douglas fresh field made a circuit of Kanchanjunga and produced what is still one of the most authoritative maps of the region.

Everest South Face Expedition

The Mount Everest is the highest peak of the World 29028ft. (8848m.) through which the climbing toppers feel them selves as the most proud and adventurous personnel of the World. Sir Edmond Hillary and Late Tenzing Norge Sherpa first climbed this peak in May 29, 1953, after their long time's effort.

Everest Base camp is situated on the north of Khumbu glacier at high of 18000ft. All the international Mt. Everest climbers assemble here during the starting and at the ending time of there climbing. Normally the climbing duration of this expedition lasts for 90 days. All the climbers who mass there at the base camp seem really busy with excitement for the preparation of their expedition to reach on the summit.

Places of Interest in Nepal

Perched on the southern slopes of the Himalaya, state of Nepal is as ethnically diverse as its terrain of fertile plains, broad valleys, terraced hillsides and the highest mountain peaks in the world. The Nepalese are descendants of three major migrations from India, Tibet, and North Burma and Yunnan via Assam.

Each part of Nepal has its own, historical, geographical, cultural, traditional and religious significance, rich biodiversity and ethnic diversity. This aspect has made a visit to Nepal so much intriguing, exciting and wonderful.

Festivals & Events of Nepal

Festivals of Nepal reflects Nepal culture, Nepal tradition and custom. It plays vital roles in the lives of Nepalese.

MAGHE SANGRANTI (January)
As the Sun enters the southern hemispheres, people in Nepal celebrate Maghe Sankranti on 14th January. On this very day people take early morning bath if possible in a holy river of Bagmati, put on the best of clean clothes and visit Lord Vishnu’s temples to pay their homage to the god with puja items like flowers, license, fruits etc. At home they read Bhagwad Gita, a sacred Hindu book. Messaging entire body with mustard oil is regarded as very auspicious on this particular day. Nepali family enjoys a hearty delicious meal comprising rice cooked with lentils, yams and sweets like laddu made from seasame and sugarcane paste etc. On this day people in huge numbers gather around Devghat in Chitwan to take a dip into the meeting point of river Kali, Gandaki and Trisuli. Such action is believed to free devotees from sins, cleanse their soul and make them closer to god. This day onwards days get longer and warmer.

Disneyland Paris Travel Guide

While some people might never dream of incorporating a thoroughly American stop like Disneyland into their Paris vacation, the fact is that Disneyland Paris is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the region – and if you’re traveling with kids, a Disney-aholic, or just want a break in the usual museum/gallery routine, then a day spent at EuroDisney is a great alternative. The fact that it’s easy to reach from Paris, via car or public transportation, makes it even more appealing.

BOROBUDUR TEMPLE TOUR AS BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN INDONESIA

Who does not know Borobudur? This Buddhist temple has 1460 relief panels and 504 Buddha effigies in the complex. Millions of people are yearning to visit the buildings included in this World Wonder Heritages. No wonder, for the architectural and function as a place of worship, Borobudur is attractive heart.

Italia Travel Guide

Italy is a Mediterranean country in the south of Europe. Its west coast is the Mediterranean Sea and the east coast is the Adriatic. France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia form its northern border. Its highest point, in Monte Bianco, is 4748 meters. The mainland is a peninsula and Italy also includes the two large islands of Sicily and Sardinia.

Venice, Italy Travel Guide ( The City of Magic )

Vibrant, vivid and vivacious, Venice, La Serenissima, Queen of the Adriatic holds a mystical aura of a city of canals and palaces. Achingly beautiful, Venice holds sway as one of the most enchanting places in the world. With canals, bridges and islands,

An Eternal Ballad

As an eternal theater reflected in its canals, Venice dubbed as the Supreme Serenity, is magical with its inhabitants attached to its romantic atmosphere, its serene waters and its unique vivid scenes of life is memorable and mesmerizing. Bustling with energy, the tangy odour of ozone, coffee, chocolate and a tradition of famous wines, penetrates the air with the song of its history silently singing a ballad of love and war.

A Culinary Journey to Venice, Italy

The aromas of Venice and its cuisine are exciting, exquisite and excellent with its reputation of international gastronomic delights. Its cuisine has been imported from far-off places giving way to culinary innovations that include the tasty polenta, the divine pasta e fagioli, baccala, cookies, waffles, risotto, Risi e bisi, Brodo di pesce, Fegato alla Veneziana con Cipolle and Zuppa di cozze and a host of cosmopolitan dishes.

Major Festivals of Venice, Italy

Venice with its festive air adds to its celebrations whose ambience has an eternal air of jubilation and joie de vivre. The Snail Fest, the Carnivale de Venice, the Children’s Carnival,

A Memorable Legacy

Mesmerizing, mystical and magical, Venice as unique as its ambience displays a magnificent collection of amazing architecture. The captivating Ca’ d’ Oro, is structured in the Gothic style showcasing the Galleria Franchetti whose amazing collection of tapestries, bronzes and paintings display the style of the 15th and 16th centuries with many works by Titian. A panoramic view greets the eye from the balconies on the first and second floors overlooking the Grand Canal. Venetian depictions of St. Bartholomew as a polytych along with Tuscan art, frescoes, with works by Tintoretto, Titian, Carpaccio, Mantegna, Vivarini, Signorelli and van Eyck are displayed in profusion.

A Cosmic Gift

Venice with its islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello are amongst the many pieces of an intricate jigsaw puzzle thrown haphazardly over the shallow stretch of Laguna Veneta. The slim and slender Lido di Venezia lies to the east and makes its way 10 Kilometers to the south to another narrow stretch called Pellestrina, slimming down to the laid-back town of Chioggia. The lay of the land in Venice goes back inland to the industrial town of Mestre whose southern half houses Porto Marghera with its huge shipping docks.

A Divine Grace of Venice, Italy

The history of Venice is fascinating and longer than its canals. As a center of enormous and extensive trade, Venice was a great sea power with trade relations with the Mediterranean region and the Far East, holding a supreme position till the Age of Discovery. The artists and artisans of Venice were influenced by the talent from the Orient and they infused this intricate art into their divine creations especially into their traditional chief occupations of glass-making and textile industry. 

Parma, Italy Travel Guide

Parma, Italy - The city of delights.

The name conjures up many different things for different people, all pleasurable. For the artist, it brings to mind Corregio and Parmigianino, the musician recalls Giuseppe Verdi and Toscanini, the archaeologist thinks of rich castles, cathedrals and fortresses, for the fashion-conscious it spells style and elegance, and for the gourmand, it means cheese and ham.

Travel Guide Lecce, Italy

Lecce Italy Travel Guide - Find the best travel tip, history, tourist attractions, famous churches, travel information, and an exclusive guide to shopping, food & drink and nightlife in Lecce, Italy. This city of Lecce, Italy is a dream for people who love Baroque architecture. Another typical Italian city, this place is unique for the fact that it has a multicultural history. Many civilizations had left their mark here and this is evident by the variety of designs and styles in the architecture as well as the multitude of crafts practised here. Situated in the south-eastern cusp of Italy near Salento, the small city of Lecce is considered an abode of cultural heritage. It is a flamboyant place with a mix of all cultures like Norman, Spanish and even Byzantine. The beautiful architecture of the masons, with their mix of animals, birds, monsters and cherubs never cease to surprise tourists with their architectural extravagance and eye for detail.

Travel Guide Naples, Italy

(Napoli) Naples Italy travel guide to the largest city in the southern part of Italy, which is greeted by tourists with mixed feelings. Many cities might inspire instant love or hate and Naples is one of them. Polluted, chaotic and dirty is what hits you first, but like other cities that fit the description, Naples is a wonderful place to spend a few days. It is full of life and friendly people. There have been settlers in Naples from the 9th century BC.

Shopping in Naples, Italy

Naples is not a big shopping hub but you will find some good buys provided you are a patient shopper. Many people shop for corals. Though they come from Thailand it is beautifully encrusted in jewellery. Torre del Greco on the outskirts of the city is where many tourists go.

Night Life - Naples, Italy

The 19th century gallery, Galleria Umberto I, is the city’s social center with lots of places to shop and dine. Gran Caffé Gambrinus is Napoli’s oldest café, dating back to 1860.

Solfatara Crater - Naples, Italy

The Solfatara Crater is believed to be the home of Vulcan, the god of fire. What is amazing about the crater is that the entire rock is supported only by the steam pressure underneath.

Palazzo Reale di Capodimonte - Naples, Italy

This palace on the northern edge of the city took almost a hundred years to be completed. Built for Charles of Bourbon from 1738, it has a distinctive pinky-orange and gray colour. An extensive restoration project was undertaken in the 1990s.

Catacombe di San Gennaro - Naples, Italy

This catacomb is a mix of tombs, corridors and vestibules.

Palazzo Reale - Naples, Italy

Located in the heart of the city, the Palazzo Reale is structurally and architecturally Naples most impressive building.

Museo Archeologico Nazionale (National Archeological Museum) - Naples, Italy

This museum is home to one of Europe’s most valuable archeological collections. The Roman and Greek sculptures and the artifacts from the Pompeii and Herculaneum excavations are definitely a must see.

Duomo - Naples, Italy

The Cathedral of Naples might not be as impressive as some in other Italian cities, but it merits a visit nonetheless. It was consecrated in 1315 and was built in the Gothic style. There have been several changes over the centuries and each part of the duomo is from a different era. The altar is said to contain the blood of the patron saint of Naples, St. Gennaro.

Chiesa San Domenico Maggiore - Naples, Italy

Built between 1289 and 1324 this massive Gothic structure was rebuilt during the Renaissance and baroque eras.

Bandungan and Gedong Songo Temple On Central Java

This is a resort on the slope of mount Ungaran, about 900 meters above sea level. Gedong Songo (nine buildings), a group of small 8th century Hindu Javanese temples, can be reached either by car or on horseback from the town. Built at about the same time as the temples of the Dieng complex, Gedong Songo is one of the most beautifully sited temple complexes in Central Java and the views alone are worth the trip.

MERAPI VOLCANOE TOURISM

MERAPI VOLCANOE

Merapi volcano is one of the world's most active and dangerous volcanoes. It contains an active lava dome, which regularly produces pyroclastic flows. It has been active for 10,000 years. This fire mountain remains one of the most active and dangerous volcanoes in the world. It can be seen from its name; Merapi from Javanese word 'Meru' means 'Mountain' and 'Api' means 'fire'. The internally giant smoking Mount Merapi is one of the active volcanoes that found in Indonesia. It is presenting its peaceful and sleepy dense forest.

Ambarawa Railway Museum, Long Path of History

Ambarawa district is another center of attraction in Semarang Regency. Apart from charming view of mountain and lake with its perfect weather, Ambarawa preserves history of the nation’s long journey. Railways, a precious product of modern transportation history, is well kept at Ambarawa Railway Museum.

Malaysia Tourism Guide

Malaysia is a country of contrasts, bathed in the warm tropical sun, endowed with 3,000 kilometers of coastline, several historic cities, a unique cultural mix, a string of cool hill resorts, the world’s oldest rainforest—and even Southeast Asia’s highest mountain. Add to this a delightful fusion. 

Japan Tourism Guide

Geography

Japan is situated in northeastern Asia between the North Pacific and the Sea of Japan. The area of Japan is 377,873 square kilometers, nearly equivalent to Germany and Switzerland combined or slightly smaller than California. Japan consists of four major islands, surrounded by more than 4,000 smaller islands.

Thailand Tourism Guide

Thailand is often referred to as "The Land of Smiles."

From the moment you arrive, you will understand why. You'll see more people smiling in Thailand than you will anywhere else in the world, and with good reason!

SINGAPORE TOURISM

Singapore is the smallest country from the South-East Asia, with a surface of 630 square kilometers and with a population of 2 million inhabitants. The capital and the only city is Singapore, and the official languages are malaise, mandarin, tamil and English. It is a heavily industrialized city, but tourism is also an important branch of the economy.

Bangka & Belitung Island, Tourism Indonesia

Bangka-Belitung is one of Indonesia provinces. It includes two large islands, Bangka and Belitung, and several smaller ones, which lie east of Sumatra, northeast of South Sumatra province. Bangka Belitung (BABEL) Islands province is the 31st Province in Indonesia, one of the newest provinces. Bangka Belitung get it’s approved as a new province in 2001 separated with south Sumatra.

SOUTHEAST SULAWESI, TOURISM INDONESIA

Formerly called the Celebes, Sulawesi is one of the world's most uniquely shaped islands. It is often referred to as the "Orchid Shaped Island". Historically, Sultans ruled this land and the Local area is Governed by regents. Today, Sulawesi is divided into four provinces, one of them being Southeast Sulawesi, covering the lower eastern leg of this beautiful island.

Komodo Island Indonesia ( EAST NUSA TENGGARA )

East Nusa Tenggara Islands have been shaped by the power and force of an enormous chain of mountains and volcanoes, which begins from the North of Sumatra and stretches east across Java. The province consists of over 550 islands, but is dominated by the three main islands of Flores, Sumba, and Timor. Occupying a unique position at the junction of Australian and Asian submarine ridges marked by the Wallace Line, it is one the world's most dynamic and exotic marine environments with nearly every species of coral and tropical fish represented. The arid landscape of eastern and southeastern Nusa Tenggara is the result of hot, dry winds blasting in from the Australian continent. In fact, in many coastal areas not a drop of rain falls during most of the year.

Central Java Tourism Indonesia ( Borobudur Temple )

Central Java Province, as one of the Indonesia tourist destination areas, offers various kinds of tourist attractions whether natural, cultural, or man made features.

Yogyakarta, Indonesia Tourism ( Jogjakarta )

Yogyakarta Special Region (Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, DIY) is officially one of Indonesia's 32 provinces. Yogyakarta is one of the foremost cultural centers of Java. This region is located at the foot of the active Merapi volcano, Yogyakarta was in the 16th and 17th centuries the seat of the mighty Javanese empire of Mataram from which present day Yogyakarta has the best inherited of traditions.

Lombok Island, Indonesia Tourism ( WEST NUSA TENGGARA )

The Wallace Line, named after 19th century naturalist, Alfred Russell Wallace, marks a point of transition between the flora and fauna of Western and Eastern Indonesia and acts as the Western boundary of West Nusa Tenggara, which includes Lombok Island and Sumbawa.

Bali Island Indonesia

Bali Island, the perfect holiday destination for all ages offers something for everyone. Bali offers not just various customs but also various "adrenalin pump" parks. Many exciting amusements are available in Bali, with something new opening all the time. The number of offshore and inland attraction are on the rise because many tourists want them. This tropical paradise has a unique blend of modern tourist facilities combined with wonderful shopping and a rich past and heritage. After white water rafting that has gained popularity in Bali, comes offshore rafting or ocean rafting. The more adventurous sort of amusement has now become an alternative sport for tourists.