Name: Alucious
Question: From South Africa do I need a visa for Israel and how are the hotel fees. Could you tell me prices in Rands please. Thank you.
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Trans Siberian Railway: From Beijing to Irkutsk
Posted in Destinations Of The Month, East Asia, Eastern Europe, Middle East, Travelogues by Dakota on October 29, 2009
Trans Siberian Railway: From Beijing to Irkutsk
September 2009
The Trans Siberian rail journey has long been a dream of mine. Armed with a surge of confidence and knowledge the optimal season was quick in passing, I decided to travel to Beijing to embark upon the train via Mongolia to Lake Baikal and the city of Irkutsk.
It was September and the weather had been glorious in Beijing, a welcome relief from the sauna that is Hong Kong. September is one of the best times to embark upon the rail journey as the crowds of summer have largely dissipated. I was able to arrange tickets via a specialist travel agency by the name of Monkey Shrine, and after a fun filled week spent with friends in Beijing, I began my journey…
Israel changes its visa rules
Posted in Middle East by Dakota on August 23, 2009
Israel has apparently switched up its visa rules in respects to visitors also wishing to travel to the West Bank, under control of the Palestinian Authority. While before one visa applied to both regions, meaning a person travelling to Israel could also travel into the West Bank and then back to Israel.
Now it seems Israel is effectively refusing to issue visas to any visitor who intends to visit the Palestinian Authority. Although the policy is being implemented sparingly, it can still abruptly ruin a person’s travel plans.
The Palestinian Authority has protested the measures saying it unfairly restricts commerce in the West Bank. The US State Department has also issued a statement criticizing the new visa policies.
If you would like to read more about the new visa regulations, please take a look at this article from Time Magazine: http://news.yahoo.com/s/time/20090822/wl_time/08599191791700
Destination of the month - March 2009
Destination of the month: Muscat, Oman. March is a good month to visit Oman as time of year takes on a new level of importance whenever you are visiting the Middle East. Built between the mountains and the Arabian Sea, Muscat is the antithesis of more high-profile Middle Eastern cities such as Dubai. Here the architecture is understated and natural beauty takes precedence.
Check out our website for information on the region and other travel information for Muscat: http://www.travelersdigest.com/muscat.htm
Airline Reviews
Posted in East Asia, Middle East, Southeast Asia, Southern United States, Travel Advice, Western Europe by Dakota on February 6, 2009
The following is a list of short and concise opinions on major airlines across the globe. The opinions are derived from a consensus of travellers who fly on a more than frequent basis.
Destination of the month - November 2008
Destination of the month: Petra, Jordan. Named one of the ‘new seven wonders of the world’ Petra is renowned for its rock cut architecture. This time of year is good for a visit to Jordan as it lets you bypass the scorching heat that plagues the region throughout most of the year. You can expect the skies to be sunny & the people friendly.
Check out our website for information on tours to the region, and other travel information for Petra: http://www.travelersdigest.com/petra.htm
Mailing List: November
Hello everyone, this is our mailing list for the month of November. This month we hear from Kurt Sherwood on his recent trip to the world’s newest nation East Timor. But first we’ll discuss our destination of the month.
Transportation - Alanya-Marmaris, Turkey
Posted in Middle East by Dakota on June 1, 2008
Name: Jenny Kerslake
Question: Hi, I will be arriving in Alanya in Turkey on the afternoon of Wednesday the 1st of October. My husband and I then need to travel to Marmaris by Thursday in order to link with a tour. Could you please let me know if there is a bus or train service for this connection. Thank you
