Archive for September, 2011

Breaking Away From the Beaches of Bali

September 25th, 2011

If you are looking for a unique adventure in Bali, then you should go outside the comfort of the Bali hotels on the beach and start walking around the island. Because aside from the pristine white sand shores of the island, there are other wonderful attractions in Bali which you should never forget to visit – simple places which can give you the same excitement and relaxation that beach resorts do.

One ideal destination is the Bali Botanical Gardens. It is a place where learning and relaxing is done at the same time. Boasting a very extensive collection of plants for anyone to awe themselves with, this attraction teaches its visitors the use of these natural creations on the daily lives of the Balinese people.

The garden basically occupies a total land space of 157.5 hectares. It is a serene escape which is 1.2 km away from the heart of Ubud. It displays more than 2000 species of plants which includes ferns, orchids, cactuses, medicinal plants, ceremonial plants, roses and aquatic plants. Combined, all these create a very great spectacle perfect for photo captures.

In Bali Botanical Gardens, however, it is not only trees and plants which are the primary attractions. There are different kinds of fauna as well. People will surely feel the serenity as birds and butterflies flutter around them. There are also tree shrews jumping from trees to trees, as well as macaques.

Another attraction in Bali which you should leave your Bali hotel for is the Bali Bird Park.

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Washington D.C. Vacation

September 22nd, 2011

Washington, D.C. is a lovely city in the United States. It is one of the most prestigious destinations you can visit. The city’s river views, wide-open avenues and front porches make Washington, D.C an ideal place to visit. It is a popular destination for many tourists. Discover the rich culture of the city through its dozen museums, classic restaurants, cozy hotels and breathtaking parks. Have fun and relax in this tourist destination by exploring all of its popular and lovely attractions. Here are five things you will love to do in Washington, D.C.:

What to Do During Your Washington D.C. Vacation

• Have a tour at the National Monuments and Memorials. Washington, D.C. is home to various memorials and monuments. These landmarks symbolize how the people in this city commemorate and honor their statesmen, poets, generals and politicians. To see most of the monuments and museums in the city, you can start from the National Mall going to the Lincoln Memorial Park. Instead of visiting these landmarks in the morning, you can also try going to the place at night. It is breathtaking to see these monuments and memorials when they’re illuminated at night.

• Watch Concert at the Kennedy Center. Watch world-class live theatrical performances at the Kennedy Center. If you love performing arts, you can visit the Millennium Stage in the Grand Foyer of the Kennedy Center and watch free daily performances. Often performed here are musicals, multi-media shows and family programs.

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