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Monday, January 7, 2013

10 of the most fortunate in the world

The lucky life makes people happier. If you are traveling goal is to find happiness, come to the following 10 countries.

Survey from The Economist Intelligence Unit(EIU) reveals sequence luckiest country in 2013.There are 80 countries are sorted and ranked first achieved by the Swiss, as reported by the Economist, Friday (01/04/2012).

EIU conducted researchvery seriously to find the index of which countries have aspects of happiness. Aspects include health, safety and welfare. Fromsome of these,Switzerland managed to fulfill all of them.For  the traveler who wants to seek safety and health during the holidays, a vacation in the Swiss so the best answer.

Ranked secondas the most fortunate filled by Australia.Travelers can enjoy the vacation days with more cheerful and safer when spree to the Land ofthe Kangaroo's. Third most fortunate country in the world in 2013 is coming back from Europe, specifically Norway.

Continues to fourth and fifth,there are Sweden and Denmark. Apparently, you need all the way vacation to Europe or Australia for a vacation in the fortunate countries. Because Asia also has alucky countryin 2013 this is Singapore.

Merlion State beat New Zealand, Canada and the Netherlands who are in lower positions. While the tenth most fortunate countries are HongKong. Immediately select your favorite country and enjoy a holiday with the sensation of luck.

Here are 10 of the luckiest countryin the world in 2013:

1.Switzerland
2.Australia
3.Norway
4.Sweden
5.Denmark
6.Singapore
7.NewZealand
8.Netherlands
9.Canada
10.HongKong

Top 7 World Destinations In 2013

historical fort in Rabbat, Morocco
historical fort in Rabbat, Morocco

Have you made the traveling schedule for 2013 is? If not, seven destinations in the world can fill the agenda of your next trip. There are trekking in snowy mountains to musical performances for a full year!

The seven destinations have their charm. Just choose, you are going for a walk into the jungle, to see the historic buildings, or come to a country that has hundreds of cultural events in one year. Seven places are not the 'new'. But, the easy routes and the increased growth of tourism facilities allow you to travel to there.

1. Scotland, United Kingdom
Glen Etive in Scotland
One side of beautiful Glen Etive in Scotland 
For the traveler James Bond movie fan, would know about Glen Etive or better known as Skyfall. Yes, Skyfall is Bond was born and spent his childhood. The region has beautiful natural feast for the eyes.


Regions Glen Etive has lined mountains look beautiful. You are free to trekking in the mountains here. Get ready to be mesmerized by the view of the mist, brown soil and green grass. Prepare also a thick jacket because the air here is pretty cool.

In addition, Scotland has a variety of exciting events in 2013. There's The Dumfires & Galloway Wildlife Festival 2013 (March 29-April 14 2013) for nature lovers and environment, Heb Celt Music festival 2013 (17-20 July 2013), Scottish Food and Drink Fortnight (7 to 22 September 2013), and The Open Championship Golf Tournament (July 14 to 21).

Scotland state that total, 750 km in length, can be traced on foot. Do not believe? Now there is a new track called Gore-Tex Scottish National Trail. The line was stretched from the Scottish-English border to Cape Wrath. Travelers will pass watery lakes super clear, with many route choices like the West Highland Way and Rob Roy Way.

2. Rabbat, Morocco

historical fort in Rabbat, Morocco
Famous African mainland Tanzania, Kenya or Egypt as a favorite destination for the traveler. Apparently, you can also visit the city of Rabbat in Morocco, parts of North Africa. Why, the city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July 2012.

One reason Rabbat a UNESCO World Heritage Site is a blend of east and west, ancient and modern in one city. Many traveler said, Rabbat is a combination of the ancient city of Muslims with western modernity. Evidence, Hassan Mosque and the Medina still indulge Muslim traveler with traditional markets, as well as directly overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

In addition, there are areas with buildings of French architecture with wide streets. You can relax and enjoy the city atmosphere of cozy cafes.

Rabbat city even more indulgent traveler. New tram lines have been built into the neighboring town of Sale, which has a new airport. It is certainly easier ni traveler to come there.

3. Kosice, Slovakia

Live music for a full year in Slovakia
Live music for a full year in Slovakia
City of Kosice in Slovakia is a paradise for lovers of European cultural traveler. This year, the city in eastern Slovakia was chosen as the European Capital of Culture, along with City of Marseille in France.

There are 300 cultural performances during the year 2013 in this city. The opening ceremony ECOC (European Capital of Culture) will start on January 19 to 20. Later, the event will take place spread across the city, ranging from theater, main roads, to restaurants and cafes. Festival of music, theater, and cultural performances Hungary and Slovakia can enjoy during the year 2013 in this city.

Cultural arts performances will be held throughout the city, from the State Theater to Hlavna Road, up to a few clubs and restaurants. Travelers can enjoy cultural performances-performances while walking on the pedestrian. Passing the Gothic cathedral St Elisabeth and tasting Kosice Gold. It is a typical city of Kosice cocktails. Shhh! You know the secret recipe!

4. Sub-Saharan Africa

For the adventurous nature jungle, do not miss the sub-Saharan Africa in 2013. You can adventure to the mainland Tanzania and meet wild animals, trekking up Mount Kilimanjaro, or playing to the white sand beaches in Mombasa, Kenya.


In 2013, the airline named Fastjet will allow you to explore the African trip. Fastjet is a budget airline for flights to other African regions. Fastjet based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, is now flying to the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mwanza to the south of Lake Victoria is famous.

This year, Fastjet also scheduled to fly to Ghana and Luanda, Angola, to Entebbe in Uganda and Zanzibar beach resort in Tanzania and Mombasa in Kenya. The airline will also establish a new base in Nairobi earlier this year.

5. Gettysburg, USA

Gettysburg
Gettysburg, historical sites in the United States
Gettysburg in Pennysylvania, is one of the historical sights in the land of Uncle Sam. In this place, you can see several locations that a silent witness to the massacre that happened in 1863. Building and old cannon also can be found in there.

Starting 28 June to 7 July 2013 will be held several performances related to the history of U.S. wars, including the U.S. Civil War History. Travelers also can watch the show on Independence Day (Independence Day) falling U.S. on July 4. The show will be held at the Gettysburg National Military Park.

6. Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Van Gogh, Amsterdam
Van Gogh painting in one corner of the City of Amsterdam
There was a special on the city of Amsterdam in the year 2013. City of Amsterdam will celebrate the many birthday parties, such as anniversary-160 Vincent Van Gogh, one of the greatest painters in the history of European art. The celebration will take place on March 30, 2013. There will be a special exhibition and opening hours of the time the Van Gogh Museum.

In addition, there is also a warning 125 years the world's largest orchestra, the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. On 10 April 2013, the orchestra will hold '125 Years Concertgebouw Orchestra and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra '.

There is also a celebration of 400 years for the canal city of Amsterdam, Royal Zoo zoo 175 years old, and the Rijksmuseum National Museum that has been completely renovated over the past 10 years and will be opened on the 13th of April. Well, there are a lot of party in Amsterdam!

7. Colombia

Colombia is famous for its charming Andes. This year, with hotels such as Hilton, InterContinental, and Marriott, as well as the opening of new routes direct flights to Colombia will allow tourists to come.

In 2013, the Bogota, capital of Colombia, is designed as a candidate for UNESCO City of Music. The city does have a rapid growth of the art of music and dynamic as the main center of music-making and activities in Latin America.

For that, pegelaran music concerts and festivals will take place in Bogota this year, from performances in public parks to live music in the club. In addition, there will be also Bogata International Music Festival the first time on 27 to 30 March 2013. 55 concert music in performances for 4 days was devoted entirely to Beethoven.

Friday, December 21, 2012

Most Unique Christmas Traditions in the World

ONE of the most interesting things about travel is seeing the local customs. Especially for Christmas, there are some weird but wonderful ritual in the world. Here are some of them.

1. Krampus in Austria and Germany 

In contrast to the benevolent Santa Claus, Krampus is a creature who would punish the children at Christmas Day. In Bavaria, people would dress up as the Krampus and cause chaos on December 5. If you meet with one of Krampus, be sure to offer him a snack schnapps.

2. CagA Tio and Caganer, Spanish Catalonia 

CagA Tio is a hunk of wood with a face drawn. During two weeks in early December, timber is filled with a variety of snacks such as cakes and sweets. On Christmas Eve, a log is beaten until it came out just like the pup or defecate. Well, caganer more extreme, instead of wood menerupai even human figures are defecating. The government has actually been banned Barcelona habit since 2004, but local residents opposed it. Interestingly, there caganer shape variety and some even resemble celebrities.

3. Donald Duck, Sweden 

There are a few movies and TV shows are synonymous with Christmas, but in Sweden there is one film that they would not miss Christmas time. Families in Sweden would get together every Christmas Eve to watch the Disney Christmas special has aired on the same channel on December 24 since 1959.

4. Roller skating at the church, Caracas, Venezuela 

Christmas celebrations in the capital city of Venezuela began on December 16 with a morning mass (Misa de Aguinaldo). Of course there is nothing strange about attending Mass, but people usually choose to come with roller skates. The road was closed to traffic until 8 am, when the pilgrims return home.

5. Black Pit, The Netherlands 

Biggest culture shock is present in Amsterdam on December 5, when the men took to the streets with a black face. Black Pit will help Santa to hand out toys and candy to the good children, but bring these bad boys to go to Spain, where they may feel traumatized by CagA Tio ritual.