Diamonds Tour

What is the first thought coming in your mind when you think of India?Probably most people would answer with clichés like poverty, noise andchaos. Although that side of India does decidedly exist – it’s only one facetof a country with a cultural richness promising marvelous travelexperiences. The opportunity of doing unique luxury tours through India willbroaden one’s horizon regarding the world’s second largest population- be it discovering the heritage sites of Old Delhi and visiting private ateliers of New Delhi-based fashion designers while staying in luxurious hotels such as Oberoi, Aman and The Imperial, or visiting  Tibetan Monasteries in the Indian Himalayas (belying onceagain the rich cultural diversity of India) traveling along the untouched foothills of the Himalayas, continuing with a hiking tour through…

The people of south Vietnam are often very proud of the richness and vastness of this land. When referring to the rice fields in this area, they often say, “co bay thang canh”, meaning the land is so large that the cranes can stretch their wings as they fly. Today, the region is one of Vietnam’s highest producer of rice crops, vegetables and fruits. Life On The Mekong The Mekong Delta was an ancient Khmer territory. The area was mostly marshland and forest. When the Nguyen Lords took control of this region, a series of canals were built and a system of transportation was implemented in the maze of water ways in the area. The Mekong Delta is divided into 9 provinces: Long An,…

You’ve got to eat while traveling and most tourists will tell you that the best part of the whole trip is experiencing the food while in foreign places. If you are a fussy eater or have special dietary needs, you can still be accommodated while traveling, just plan ahead.   What better way to immerse yourself in the local culture than by visiting the local markets. Not only will you get to see and try the local cuisine, but you’ll probably save a lot of money. Eating in restaurants, especially those geared towards the tourist trade, can get very expensive. Try buying your food fresh from the markets and preparing it yourself. Or buy already prepared food from the market vendor.   In Bangkok…

There are loads of fantastic ways to get free entertainment when traveling. All you need is a bit of research before you go and to think a bit laterally. Whether you get your entertainment from music, theatre, lectures, walks or museums there are free experiences all over the globe. Here are some ideas to consider when traveling at home or abroad:   1. Go for a hike or a bushwalk. Remember to pack enough food and drink and sunscreen. Enjoy the country’s scenery for free. 2. Gallery openings are a way to see local art and you might even get free wine and food thrown in! 3. Art walks and garden tours are where you visit local art galleries or homes with gardens for…