The very name “Hawaii” has always made people think of sun-drenched beaches, tropical drinks and beautiful “hulla girls”. But modern Hawaii and more specifically Honolulu has a lot more to offer than that. Tourists are attracted by the sun, surf and sea to have a relaxing holiday perhaps escaping the grip of the northern winter back home. But Honolulu is also an international city with all the visitor attractions, culture, shopping, dining, nightlife and entertainment that you would find in much larger cities.
One of the major attractions is the Pearl Harbour Naval Facility which is world famous as the site of the Japanese attack on American soil that sparked the war in the Pacific in 1941. Visitors can tour the USS Arizona memorial which is built on top of the remains of the sunken battleship. The names of the men lost are posted at one end of the memorial. Be sure to dress appropriately when visiting this solemn site. There are many other amazing exhibits such as the USS Missouri, or mighty Mo, and a submarine. Many people who visit Pearl harbour also visit the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific located in Punchbowl crater, an extinct volcanic crater with the best views of Honolulu and Waikiki.
If you liked the submarine at Pearl Harbour why not go on a real submarine. The Atlantis Submarine Tour takes visitors beneath the waves in a real, modern day submarine to view the coral reefs off shore from Honolulu. This is a very popular tour so make sure you book early. If you don’t fancy going underwater there are plenty of boat cruises to enjoy in this wonderful location.
If you are into more active pursuits perhaps a walk to the top of Diamond Head Crater would suit you. This is best early in the morning before it gets too hot. But whatever time of the day you go the views over Waikiki are spectacular and well worth the effort of the walk. If you are staying in a Waikiki hotel near Diamond Head you can easily walk there.
Another popular attraction with tourists is the Polynesian Cultural Centre. This centre has many exhibits and interesting shows including lunch and dinner shows. The centre covers all Pacific cultures including Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, Cook Islands, Fiji and the New Zealand Maori. Make sure you book this one as it can sell out quickly.
Waikiki is the beach side district of Honolulu where the tourist hotels and apartment buildings are located. Many hotels are located right on the beach but will naturally be expensive. The Sheraton Waikiki has the prime location in the centre of Waikiki beach. However, there are many excellent Waikiki hotels one or two blocks from the beach at more affordable prices. During the day the beach is the main attraction. The gentle waves and warm, clear water of the north Pacific are perfect for swimming. Waikiki also has many shops, cafes, restaurants and night spots so if you stay in Waikiki you don’t need to leave the area at night.
Friday, July 22, 2011
What Makes Switzerland A Great Tourist Destination
Most international tourists who arrive in Switzerland arrive in Zurich where the main international airport is located. Now Zurich is not the capital of Switzerland as many people believe but it is the largest city. Bern is the capital of Switzerland. Zurich is the original Swiss town located on the banks of lake Zurich, at the mouth of the Limmat River, with mountain views. Today, Zurich has grown into one of the financial centres of the northern hemisphere with one million people living there. German is the official language but many people will understand English, French, and sometimes Italian as well. Switzerland is famous watches, chocolate, cheese, and Swiss Army knives.
As a result of the large numbers of overseas visitors arriving every day there are many international standard hotels available to choose from. Most visitors choose to stay in the central business district or in the lake side areas which are located adjacent to the city. These areas have a huge selection of excellent restaurants. Another place to stay is near Zurich airport as the accommodation is less expensive and only a short train ride from the city centre.
No visit to Switzerland would be complete without visiting the Lake Lucerne, Switzerland’s premier lake side town and tourist hotspot. With such picturesque mountain and lake views, Lucerne is always popular with tourists and is an included stopover on many European coach holidays. The area offers beautiful vistas, great shopping, dining, luxury hotel accommodation and many tourist attractions at numerous mountain resorts. Lucerne is the gateway to Central Switzerland with all its marvellous alpine scenery.
Mount Pilatus is one of the highlights of Central Switzerland at 2132 m (7000 ft) above sea level. Travel on the steepest cogwheel train in the world (ascent 48%) from Alpnachstad or the spectacular aerial tramway and modern panoramic gondolas from Kriens to the mountain top hotel and see for yourself the breathtaking panorama of mountain peaks. Of course you can walk to the top on foot, which takes at least 4 hours from Kriens. A pleasant alternative is to walk down to Kriens from the bottom of the middle cable-car section.
The Grindelwald Tour gives visitors the opportunity to explore some of Switzerland's most magnificent Alpine regions on a day trip from Lucerne to Grindelwald. Along the way you'll visit the lovely town of Interlaken and it is highly recommended to take the cable car ride (operates late May to late October only) to the sunny terrace of Mt. First, at 7,113 feet (2,168 meters) for a breathtaking panorama of the Bernese Alps. After free time to spend at your leisure in Interlaken, journey to the well-known holiday resort of Grindelwald, nicknamed the "Glacier Village".
Only one hour’s drive to the west of Lucerne is the capital city of Bern. This is an attractive city of one million located on a river. The city centre has a medieval charm with modern shops located within old buildings.
Another very popular place, further to the south, is the mountain village of Zermatt at the base of the Matterhorn Mountain. Visitors can take the cable train to the top of the Gonergrat to view the mighty Matterhorn close up.
There is just too much to do and see in this beautiful country.
As a result of the large numbers of overseas visitors arriving every day there are many international standard hotels available to choose from. Most visitors choose to stay in the central business district or in the lake side areas which are located adjacent to the city. These areas have a huge selection of excellent restaurants. Another place to stay is near Zurich airport as the accommodation is less expensive and only a short train ride from the city centre.
No visit to Switzerland would be complete without visiting the Lake Lucerne, Switzerland’s premier lake side town and tourist hotspot. With such picturesque mountain and lake views, Lucerne is always popular with tourists and is an included stopover on many European coach holidays. The area offers beautiful vistas, great shopping, dining, luxury hotel accommodation and many tourist attractions at numerous mountain resorts. Lucerne is the gateway to Central Switzerland with all its marvellous alpine scenery.
Mount Pilatus is one of the highlights of Central Switzerland at 2132 m (7000 ft) above sea level. Travel on the steepest cogwheel train in the world (ascent 48%) from Alpnachstad or the spectacular aerial tramway and modern panoramic gondolas from Kriens to the mountain top hotel and see for yourself the breathtaking panorama of mountain peaks. Of course you can walk to the top on foot, which takes at least 4 hours from Kriens. A pleasant alternative is to walk down to Kriens from the bottom of the middle cable-car section.
The Grindelwald Tour gives visitors the opportunity to explore some of Switzerland's most magnificent Alpine regions on a day trip from Lucerne to Grindelwald. Along the way you'll visit the lovely town of Interlaken and it is highly recommended to take the cable car ride (operates late May to late October only) to the sunny terrace of Mt. First, at 7,113 feet (2,168 meters) for a breathtaking panorama of the Bernese Alps. After free time to spend at your leisure in Interlaken, journey to the well-known holiday resort of Grindelwald, nicknamed the "Glacier Village".
Only one hour’s drive to the west of Lucerne is the capital city of Bern. This is an attractive city of one million located on a river. The city centre has a medieval charm with modern shops located within old buildings.
Another very popular place, further to the south, is the mountain village of Zermatt at the base of the Matterhorn Mountain. Visitors can take the cable train to the top of the Gonergrat to view the mighty Matterhorn close up.
There is just too much to do and see in this beautiful country.
What Makes London A Great Tourist Destination
Most international tourists who arrive in England arrive in London at one of the four international airports, Heathrow, Gatwick, London City or Luton. Situated on the River Thames in South-East England, London is the largest city in Western Europe with an official population of 7.5 million people (14 million for the city's total metropolitan area). It is one of the world’s financial and political centers, and is famous for world-class shopping, fashion, architecture and its cultural experience.
The 2012 Olympic Games will be held in London on 27 July-12 Aug 2012, which makes London the first city to hold the Olympic Games three times, having hosted the games previously in 1908 and 1948. The 2012 Paralympic Games will be held on 29 Aug-9 Sept 2012.
As a result of the large numbers of overseas visitors arriving every day there are many international standard hotels available to choose from. Most visitors choose to stay in the central business district or in nearby areas which are located adjacent to the city. These areas have a huge selection of excellent restaurants. Another place to stay is near Heathrow airport as the accommodation is less expensive and only a short train ride from the city centre. The high season in London is late spring and summer and around the Christmas season.
After the royal wedding of William and Kate, Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the Queen, has become the most visited place in London. Located at the end of The Mall, the palace was built in 1803 for the Duke of Buckingham and has been the London home for the royal family since 1837. The changing of the Guard takes place on the forecourt of Buckingham Palace every day at 11.30am during summer and on odd days the rest of the year.
One attraction not to miss is Madame Tussaud’s. The famous and very popular wax museum exhibiting movie stars, pop stars, world leaders and the royal family. The Spirit of London taxi ride takes visitors through a summary of London’s history while the Chamber of Horrors displays the darker side to human nature.
Another top tourist spot is the London Eye, also known as the ‘Millenium Wheel’, is one of the world’s largest Ferris wheels with 32 enclosed gondolas that give visitors spectacular views across the capital.
The British Museum is the largest museum in Britain and a very popular tourist attraction. The museum is huge with so many art treasures and interesting exhibits that it may take more than one day to see everything. However, admission is free so many tourists come back several times. One of the most popular exhibits is the Rosetta Stone that was discovered in 1799 and was the key to deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphics.
Only one hour’s drive to the west of the city of London is Hampton Court Palace, built in 1514, and became the residence of King Henry VIII. The palace has a long history and visitors can tour the stately rooms and get lost in the famous 300 year old maze.
The 2012 Olympic Games will be held in London on 27 July-12 Aug 2012, which makes London the first city to hold the Olympic Games three times, having hosted the games previously in 1908 and 1948. The 2012 Paralympic Games will be held on 29 Aug-9 Sept 2012.
As a result of the large numbers of overseas visitors arriving every day there are many international standard hotels available to choose from. Most visitors choose to stay in the central business district or in nearby areas which are located adjacent to the city. These areas have a huge selection of excellent restaurants. Another place to stay is near Heathrow airport as the accommodation is less expensive and only a short train ride from the city centre. The high season in London is late spring and summer and around the Christmas season.
After the royal wedding of William and Kate, Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the Queen, has become the most visited place in London. Located at the end of The Mall, the palace was built in 1803 for the Duke of Buckingham and has been the London home for the royal family since 1837. The changing of the Guard takes place on the forecourt of Buckingham Palace every day at 11.30am during summer and on odd days the rest of the year.
One attraction not to miss is Madame Tussaud’s. The famous and very popular wax museum exhibiting movie stars, pop stars, world leaders and the royal family. The Spirit of London taxi ride takes visitors through a summary of London’s history while the Chamber of Horrors displays the darker side to human nature.
Another top tourist spot is the London Eye, also known as the ‘Millenium Wheel’, is one of the world’s largest Ferris wheels with 32 enclosed gondolas that give visitors spectacular views across the capital.
The British Museum is the largest museum in Britain and a very popular tourist attraction. The museum is huge with so many art treasures and interesting exhibits that it may take more than one day to see everything. However, admission is free so many tourists come back several times. One of the most popular exhibits is the Rosetta Stone that was discovered in 1799 and was the key to deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphics.
Only one hour’s drive to the west of the city of London is Hampton Court Palace, built in 1514, and became the residence of King Henry VIII. The palace has a long history and visitors can tour the stately rooms and get lost in the famous 300 year old maze.
What Makes Vienna A Great Tourist Destination
Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria located on the Danube river. Vienna's history began with the Romans, who founded it in the first century as one of a line of Roman defensive outposts against Germanic tribes. Later Vienna hosted the Hapsburg court for several centuries; first as the imperial seat of the Holy Roman Empire, then the capital of the Austrian Empire, and later of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Today Vienna is a magnificent city with many beautiful buildings and palaces. It is famous for its musical and cultural heritage. The Historic City Centre is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Most international tourists who arrive in Austria arrive in Vienna where the main international airport is located.
One of the most popular tourist attractions is the Hofburg Palace which was the imperial residence of the Habsburg emperors until 1918. The Imperial Palace itself now houses the offices of the Austrian President, a convention center, and the Spanish Riding School. The Palace also houses several museums which are open to the public, including the Imperial Apartments of Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth (popularly known as Sisi).
The other palace is Schönbrunn the Hapsburg summer palace. Schönbrunn Palace together with its ancillary buildings and extensive park is by virtue of its long and colourful history one of the most important cultural monuments in Austria. Scheduled as a listed monument, the whole ensemble, including the palace, the park with its numerous architectural features, fountains and statues and the zoo – the oldest of its kind in the world – was placed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List in 1996.
One interesting and unusual tourist attraction is Seegrotte Underground Lake. A very popular tourist attraction located 20 km south of Vienna and is the largest underground lake in Europe. In 1912 an underground blasting operation in the gypsum mine went wrong and caused millions of litres of water to flood the lower level galleries of the mine creating the largest subterranean lake in Europe. In the 1930s the mine was opened to the general public as a tourist attraction. During World War II the Seegrotte was requisitioned by the German military forces as the subterranean site offered protection against bombing raids. The Germans built an underground aircraft factory inside the far flung tunnels and 2000 workers were employed to produce one of the first jetfighters of the world, the "Heinkel HE 162 Salamander". This aircraft was one of the secret weapons of the German Luftwaffe. A model of the plane and some original parts are shown inside the Seegrotte. After the war the Seegrotte was reopened as a tourist attraction.
While in Vienna don't miss your chance to visit Austria's other great city, Salzburg – the home of Mozart and the beautiful Mirabell Gardens and Palace. On the way to Salzburg travel through the stunning Austrian Alps passing by the beautiful Salzkammergut landscape with its mountains and lakes, and where the Emperor Franz Joseph and his family used to spend their holidays. Discover Salzburg with an afternoon walking tour through the old city. Your guide will show you the most important sights of the old Bishop's Seat including the Cathedral, the Festival Hall, St Peter's Abbey Church and its graveyard (the tomb of Mozart's sister Nannerl). Among the busy shopping streets you'll see no. 9 Getreidegasse, where the famed Wolfgang Mozart was born and lived until he was 17 years old. While passing through the gardens of Mirabell Palace you will see the statue of the Pegasus, the winged horse. On your return journey to Vienna, enjoy great views as your coach passes through Fortress Hohensalzburg, one of the largest medieval castles in Europe.
Vienna is the perfect gateway to eastern Europe. There is just too much to do and see in this beautiful country.
One of the most popular tourist attractions is the Hofburg Palace which was the imperial residence of the Habsburg emperors until 1918. The Imperial Palace itself now houses the offices of the Austrian President, a convention center, and the Spanish Riding School. The Palace also houses several museums which are open to the public, including the Imperial Apartments of Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth (popularly known as Sisi).
The other palace is Schönbrunn the Hapsburg summer palace. Schönbrunn Palace together with its ancillary buildings and extensive park is by virtue of its long and colourful history one of the most important cultural monuments in Austria. Scheduled as a listed monument, the whole ensemble, including the palace, the park with its numerous architectural features, fountains and statues and the zoo – the oldest of its kind in the world – was placed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List in 1996.
One interesting and unusual tourist attraction is Seegrotte Underground Lake. A very popular tourist attraction located 20 km south of Vienna and is the largest underground lake in Europe. In 1912 an underground blasting operation in the gypsum mine went wrong and caused millions of litres of water to flood the lower level galleries of the mine creating the largest subterranean lake in Europe. In the 1930s the mine was opened to the general public as a tourist attraction. During World War II the Seegrotte was requisitioned by the German military forces as the subterranean site offered protection against bombing raids. The Germans built an underground aircraft factory inside the far flung tunnels and 2000 workers were employed to produce one of the first jetfighters of the world, the "Heinkel HE 162 Salamander". This aircraft was one of the secret weapons of the German Luftwaffe. A model of the plane and some original parts are shown inside the Seegrotte. After the war the Seegrotte was reopened as a tourist attraction.
While in Vienna don't miss your chance to visit Austria's other great city, Salzburg – the home of Mozart and the beautiful Mirabell Gardens and Palace. On the way to Salzburg travel through the stunning Austrian Alps passing by the beautiful Salzkammergut landscape with its mountains and lakes, and where the Emperor Franz Joseph and his family used to spend their holidays. Discover Salzburg with an afternoon walking tour through the old city. Your guide will show you the most important sights of the old Bishop's Seat including the Cathedral, the Festival Hall, St Peter's Abbey Church and its graveyard (the tomb of Mozart's sister Nannerl). Among the busy shopping streets you'll see no. 9 Getreidegasse, where the famed Wolfgang Mozart was born and lived until he was 17 years old. While passing through the gardens of Mirabell Palace you will see the statue of the Pegasus, the winged horse. On your return journey to Vienna, enjoy great views as your coach passes through Fortress Hohensalzburg, one of the largest medieval castles in Europe.
Vienna is the perfect gateway to eastern Europe. There is just too much to do and see in this beautiful country.
What Makes Hong Kong A Wonderful Tourist Destination
Hong Kong is the place where West meets East, as a result of being Cantonese Chinese with a long-time British influence. Today, the former British colony is a major international visitor destination and more recently a destination for China’s increasingly affluent tourist population. It is one of the world’s financial centers and famous for excellent shopping, modern architecture and delicious Cantonese cuisine.
Hong Kong is a now a Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China and maintains a separate and independent immigration system from that of mainland China. This means that unlike mainland China, most Western and Asian visitors do not need to obtain visas in advance. However, it also means that a separate visa is still required to enter mainland China from Hong Kong. China's socialist economic system will not be implemented in Hong Kong for at least fifty years (if ever) after the transfer of sovereignty and Hong Kong will enjoy a high degree of autonomy in all matters except foreign and defense affairs.
Hong Kong is well known as a shopper’s paradise, whether it’s designer label products, electronic goods or a range of locally-made souvenirs, the choice is endless. With one of the world’s best airports, Hong Kong is an ideal stopover and the perfect gateway to travel into China or a visit to the Portuguese colony of Macau.
Enjoy the fantastic view of Hong Kong from the lookout on Victoria Peak. The view encompasses Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and Victoria Harbour and is excellent viewing day and night. Take the Peak Circle Walk or go directly to the Lugard Road Lookout for fabulous views over the harbour. There are more great vistas from the Lions View Point Pavilion and the viewing terrace at the Peak Galleria, as well as the Peak Tower Sky Terrace. There are many walking tracks around the peak that offer nice views of all sides of the island. There are two shopping malls: The Peak Tower and The Peak Galleria, which provide restaurants, a supermarket, and souvenir shops. The famous old peak tram runs from Central [Lower Peak Tram Terminus on Garden Road] to the Peak or take the scenic bus to the Peak. Madame Tussauds Hong Kong is located at Victoria Peak. The world-famous wax museum now features more than 100 incredible wax likenesses of stars, world leaders and sports heroes displayed in five totally interactive themed settings within the Peak Tower complex.
Hong Kong Disneyland located on Lantau Island and is best reached via the MTR Disneyland Resort Line from Sunny Bay Station. Hong Kong Disneyland is smaller than other Disney parks but offers some unique attractions such as "Festival of the Lion King" stage show, "Golden Mickey's" stage show, "Mickey's PhilharMagic 3D" show. The park is very busy around Chinese New Year but has short queues most of the year.
Hong Kong is the perfect gateway to China. There is just too much to do and see in this beautiful city.
Hong Kong is a now a Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China and maintains a separate and independent immigration system from that of mainland China. This means that unlike mainland China, most Western and Asian visitors do not need to obtain visas in advance. However, it also means that a separate visa is still required to enter mainland China from Hong Kong. China's socialist economic system will not be implemented in Hong Kong for at least fifty years (if ever) after the transfer of sovereignty and Hong Kong will enjoy a high degree of autonomy in all matters except foreign and defense affairs.
Hong Kong is well known as a shopper’s paradise, whether it’s designer label products, electronic goods or a range of locally-made souvenirs, the choice is endless. With one of the world’s best airports, Hong Kong is an ideal stopover and the perfect gateway to travel into China or a visit to the Portuguese colony of Macau.
Enjoy the fantastic view of Hong Kong from the lookout on Victoria Peak. The view encompasses Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and Victoria Harbour and is excellent viewing day and night. Take the Peak Circle Walk or go directly to the Lugard Road Lookout for fabulous views over the harbour. There are more great vistas from the Lions View Point Pavilion and the viewing terrace at the Peak Galleria, as well as the Peak Tower Sky Terrace. There are many walking tracks around the peak that offer nice views of all sides of the island. There are two shopping malls: The Peak Tower and The Peak Galleria, which provide restaurants, a supermarket, and souvenir shops. The famous old peak tram runs from Central [Lower Peak Tram Terminus on Garden Road] to the Peak or take the scenic bus to the Peak. Madame Tussauds Hong Kong is located at Victoria Peak. The world-famous wax museum now features more than 100 incredible wax likenesses of stars, world leaders and sports heroes displayed in five totally interactive themed settings within the Peak Tower complex.
Hong Kong Disneyland located on Lantau Island and is best reached via the MTR Disneyland Resort Line from Sunny Bay Station. Hong Kong Disneyland is smaller than other Disney parks but offers some unique attractions such as "Festival of the Lion King" stage show, "Golden Mickey's" stage show, "Mickey's PhilharMagic 3D" show. The park is very busy around Chinese New Year but has short queues most of the year.
Hong Kong is the perfect gateway to China. There is just too much to do and see in this beautiful city.
What Makes Malaysia A Great Tourist Destination
Malaysia, located in South-East Asia, is comprised of two parts: Peninsular Malaysia, bordering with Thailand in the north and Singapore in the south, and East Malaysia, with the states of Sarawak and Sabah sharing the island of Borneo, with Indonesia and Brunei.
The country is endowed with beautiful beaches, invigorating highlands, tropical jungle, charming country sides, vibrant cities and a spectrum of colourful cultures. Malaysia's national parks are amongst the world's oldest tropical rainforests. Glimpse exotic flora and fauna such as the Sumatran Rhinoceros, the Sun Bear, the Malayan Tiger, the Orangutan, Rainforest Tarantulas, Monkeys, and even the world's biggest flower, the Rafflesia.
The Malaysian Tourist Centre is the place to start your Malaysian Adventure. It's open 24hrs daily and housed in a renovated old tin miner's mansion, located on Jalan Ampang ("Jalan" means road in Malay) near the Petronas Towers. Originally built in 1935 by a wealthy Chinese tin miner, the mansion served as a war office for the British army and later the Japanese army during WWII.
The Petronas Twin Towers are two of the tallest buildings in the world standing 452meters (1480ft) at the Kuala Lumpur City Centre development. The 88 level towers were constructed in only 4 years with concrete and a stainless steel and glass exterior. The movie Entrapment, with Sean Connery and Catherine Zeta-Jones, was filmed on location. The double-level skybridge on levels 41 & 42, which joins the two towers, is open to visitors from 9-10.30am and 2.30-4pm daily (except Sunday). The visit is free of charge. At the base of the towers is the Suria KLCC shopping complex.
The KL Tower (Menara Kuala Lumpur) was designed with an Islamic influence, is 421metres (1380ft) high and sits on top of a hill giving the best views of KL. There is a souvenir shop, revolving restaurant, cafes and public observation deck with an audio tour of the view in every direction. At the base of the tower are shops and an area that hosts venues such as fashion parades. The Tower is located next to the downtown area in the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, a natural jungle sanctuary for birds and wildlife, with a rain forest walk and suspension bridge for visitors.
Malaysia is a premier shopping destination in Southeast Asia. From the antique and the exotic to modern electronic and audio-visual equipment, the constantly changing product range available in Malaysia includes an extensive collection of designer labels from the fashion capitals of the world. Duty-free shops are found in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and international airports.
Bukit Bintang Area at the intersection of Jalan Sultan Ismail and Jalan Bukit Bintang is part of an area known as the Golden Triangle business district. The monorail travels through this area of up-market shops, high-class restaurants, international hotels and nightlife. There are many large shopping plazas in the area all within walking distance: Bukit Bintang Plaza, Sungei Wang Plaza, Imbi Plaza (specializes in computers and software), Lot 10, Starhill Plaza and KL Plaza.
KL is the perfect gateway to the rest of Asia. There is just too much to do and see in this beautiful country.
For more information about Kuala Lumpur hotels and http://www.hotelworld.tv
The country is endowed with beautiful beaches, invigorating highlands, tropical jungle, charming country sides, vibrant cities and a spectrum of colourful cultures. Malaysia's national parks are amongst the world's oldest tropical rainforests. Glimpse exotic flora and fauna such as the Sumatran Rhinoceros, the Sun Bear, the Malayan Tiger, the Orangutan, Rainforest Tarantulas, Monkeys, and even the world's biggest flower, the Rafflesia.
The Malaysian Tourist Centre is the place to start your Malaysian Adventure. It's open 24hrs daily and housed in a renovated old tin miner's mansion, located on Jalan Ampang ("Jalan" means road in Malay) near the Petronas Towers. Originally built in 1935 by a wealthy Chinese tin miner, the mansion served as a war office for the British army and later the Japanese army during WWII.
The Petronas Twin Towers are two of the tallest buildings in the world standing 452meters (1480ft) at the Kuala Lumpur City Centre development. The 88 level towers were constructed in only 4 years with concrete and a stainless steel and glass exterior. The movie Entrapment, with Sean Connery and Catherine Zeta-Jones, was filmed on location. The double-level skybridge on levels 41 & 42, which joins the two towers, is open to visitors from 9-10.30am and 2.30-4pm daily (except Sunday). The visit is free of charge. At the base of the towers is the Suria KLCC shopping complex.
The KL Tower (Menara Kuala Lumpur) was designed with an Islamic influence, is 421metres (1380ft) high and sits on top of a hill giving the best views of KL. There is a souvenir shop, revolving restaurant, cafes and public observation deck with an audio tour of the view in every direction. At the base of the tower are shops and an area that hosts venues such as fashion parades. The Tower is located next to the downtown area in the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, a natural jungle sanctuary for birds and wildlife, with a rain forest walk and suspension bridge for visitors.
Malaysia is a premier shopping destination in Southeast Asia. From the antique and the exotic to modern electronic and audio-visual equipment, the constantly changing product range available in Malaysia includes an extensive collection of designer labels from the fashion capitals of the world. Duty-free shops are found in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and international airports.
Bukit Bintang Area at the intersection of Jalan Sultan Ismail and Jalan Bukit Bintang is part of an area known as the Golden Triangle business district. The monorail travels through this area of up-market shops, high-class restaurants, international hotels and nightlife. There are many large shopping plazas in the area all within walking distance: Bukit Bintang Plaza, Sungei Wang Plaza, Imbi Plaza (specializes in computers and software), Lot 10, Starhill Plaza and KL Plaza.
KL is the perfect gateway to the rest of Asia. There is just too much to do and see in this beautiful country.
For more information about Kuala Lumpur hotels and http://www.hotelworld.tv
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