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Shane Lee asked:




This arctile is about the Tibet tours and you can find some helpful information in it if you are planning your trip to Tibet now.

 

The Main Tibet Tours 

Lhasa is the capital of Tibet and is the politics, ecomony and culture center of Tibet. It will take you at least 2 or 3 days to see this unique Tibetan city. I reommend that you plan a 7 days’ trip for your Lhasa travel . 2 or 3 days for the “Sky Lake” and 3 to 4 days for Shannan or Rigazhe. You can experience the unique culture of Tibet in these areas. What attract millions of tourists here is the religious culture of Tibet and it will be a pity to miss these traditional Tibetan places if you are alreay in Tibet. There are six notable areas for tourists in Tibet and they are: Rigazhe, Shannan, Naqu, Ali, Linzhi and Changdu. Here are the most popular tours for your Tibet travel:

(1). Lhasa – Rigazhe – Lazhi – Zhangmu. This is a traditional tour for the foreign tourists and is recommended by most Chinese travel agents. You can visit the second largest city of Tibet – Rigazhe in this trip for your Tibet travel. The brilliant Zhishilunbu temple and Banchan Palace is in Rigazhe. Other attractions in this tour are: Yaluzhangbu River, Shaga Temple, Mount Forest. The whole trip will take 8 to 12 days.

 

(2). Lhasa – Rigezhe – Lazhi – Cuoqin – Gaizhe – Geji – Shiquan River – Pulan. This tour is not an easy one. But it is very attractive. You will go throught the Aligaoyuan(it is called the roof of the world), Mount Sanmubati, Snow Mountain Balingang, Mysterious Guge Palace. Now this tour is becoming the most popular one in Tibet travel because you can experience the unique culture and natural scenes of Tibet in it. Although it is a tough trip, it is still the first choice for thousands of adventure travellers. This tour takes 3 weeks.  ( I will choose this trip for my Tibet travel, it is an exciting one )

 

(3). Lhasa – Jiangmu – Rigezhe – Lhasa. This tour will go through the Qushui Bridge, Mount Gangbala, Yangzhuoyong lake. When you arrive Jiangzhi city, you can visit the famous Baiju Temple(It is also called Wanfota). This trip focuses on the Tibetan religion and culture and the total time it will cost is about 2-4 days.

 

(4). Lhasa – Shannan. Shannan is called the “Birth place of the Tibetan nation” and it was the center of an old civilization named “Yalonghegu”. The attractions of this trip are: Shangye Temple – the first temple of Tibet, Changzhu – the fist Buddha hall of Tibet, Suodang – the first farmland of Tibet, Yabulakang – the first palace of Tibet. They are all telling tourists the old Tibetan culture and history. This tour is mainly about the history of Tibet and 2-3 days will be enough for it. ( A good choice for your Lhasa travel or Tibet travel if you are interested in the Tibetan history )

 

(5). Lhasa – Naqu – Germu. This is a trip along the Qingzang road and focuses on the scenes of the Tibetan grasslands and snow mountains. The main attractions for this trip are: Chubu Temple, Yangbajing, Namucuo Lake, Mount Lianqingtanggula and Naqu. This trip is about 1200 kilometers long.

 

(6). Lhasa – Linzhi – Shannan – Lhasa. The most attractive place for this tour is Linzhi. It is called a place like Heavan in Tibet. The famous Lalvzhangbu Valley is right here in Linzhi. It is a very attractive place for the scientists and adventure travellers. The total length of this trip is about 2000 kilometers and usually it will take 4-7 days.( I like the beautiful Linzhi. It is another good choice for your Lhasa travel or Tibet travel )

 

Some tips: You will have a comprehensive understanding of Tibet if your plan for the Tibet travel is more than 2 weeks. A jeep or SUV will be helpful for your Tibet tours.

 

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Keith McGregor asked:

Mini Kites

Generally these kites are no bigger than a foot across, ideally suited for the youngest flyers, they can fly in the slightest of winds and simple to fly, a single line attached to the kite means that they can be flown with ease. On the whole the Mini Kite range is the cheapest range of kites we stock, which also makes them great birthday presents for young children. As these kites are made and sold with young children in mind, safety is of paramount importance, their small size means even in a worst case scenario of the kite being crashed into someone it is unlikely to cause any injury. Please also read the section below on safe kite flying.

Diamond Kites

The classic kite shape, unchanged for centuries, but now available in a huge range of styles and sizes. The diamond is a suitable first kite for children and is a very easy to fly style of kite, although some consideration should be given to the size of the kite as we sell many different sizes of diamond kite and some of the larger kites may be unsuitable for smaller children. Diamond kites generally require only the slightest of breezes to fly and can reach a high altitude quite easily, most can also be easily adjusted for the angle of flying to ensure a stable flight in a wide range of wind conditions, although they are best flown in a moderate wind coming from a constant direction. Diamond kites can usually be disassembled easily by removing the horizontal strut, which makes them easy to store and transport. Please also read the section below on safe kite flying.

Creature Kites

Creature kites are available in a wide range of shapes and sizes, and as the name suggests they represent a creature, which could be something you’d expect to see in the sky, like a bird or butterfly or something you may not expect to see soaring through the air like an octopus or frog. Some are diamond in form, some are delta, but some are purely custom shapes to represent the creature. They are 99% single lined, and therefore an easy kite to fly for the novice pilot and very appealing to the young pilot. Usually requiring a moderate wind to fly they are a low drag kite which means they’re not going to pull you about when you fly them but can easily reach a good height with little effort. Please also read the section below on safe kite flying.

Delta Kites (Not to be confused with delta stunt kites)

Delta kites are named after their delta-wing shape, a slanted triangle design, very aerodynamic and able to fly in very gentle breezes. Alike to a birds wings or an aeroplanes body. They are a single line kite and simple to fly, suitable for young pilots they represent a change to the standard diamond shaped kite and are more suitable than the diamond to changable winds, although not suitable for strong winds as they tend to ‘corkscrew’ in the air. Available in a wide range of sizes, shapes and colours they are a very fun kite to fly and will be an enjoyable gift for any child, check the size of the kite though as some are bigger than others and the larger ones may not be ideally suited for the youngest of pilots. Please also read the section below on safe kite flying.

Box Kites

Another age-old design, the box kite, flies in a different fashion to other kites in that the air passes through the kite to create lift rather than push against a solid face. They usually look as though they shouldn’t fly, but in fact are one of the most graceful flying kites there are. Not available in as many forms as the diamond kite, but every one is beautiful in it’s own way. They are suitable for children as they produce very little drag, but may also appeal to the adult flyers out there, in fact they are the ideal gift for active grandparents to accompany their grandchildren when they’re flying their kites. Single flying line guarantees an easy flying experience. Please also read the section below on safe kite flying.

Stunt Kites

Getting a bit more complicated now than the previously mentioned kites, stunt kites get their name from their ability to perform tricks in the hands of the pilot, this is down to their 2 string control method, which by shortening or lengthening one of the strings by pulling or extending one of the control handles makes the kite take a different course through the air, practice will allow the pilot to perform amazing loops, dives and climbs with ease. Not the perfect choice for smaller children, but will be greatly received by older children, and also adults, for who we stock a wide range of high end stunt kites. When browsing our shop note that the stunt kites are divided into different sections; childrens, novice, advanced and expert, this is generally dictated by the size of the kite – the larger ones produce more pull and require more tug on the lines to perform their tricks. Please also read the section below on safe kite flying.

Power Kites

Finally we reach the cutting edge of 21st century kiting – The power kite, ever more popular and our best selling kites. Powerkites are named for just that reason – they take the maximum power from the wind, flying a power kite is not about watching it gracefully soar into the air, it’s all about the drag. Even the smallest power kite can produce an outstanding amount of pull, and the largest can even make you take off! Always take care when choosing a power kite that the person you’re buying it for will be able to cope with it. Safety is of maximum importance when flying a power kite and that’s why we stock a wide range of safety equipment to accompany the power kites, such as kite killers (specially designed wristbands which will allow the kite to drop out of the sky in an emergency), and a range of protective body wear; like gloves, pads and helmets. We recommend that you work your way up through the sizes of power kite and don’t just jump in at a huge 6 metre kite without prior experience. Safety aside, power kites are popular for one reason, they’re so fun to use, whether you fly it on it’s own or combine it with an ATB (off-road kite powered skateboard) or a buggy, they produce a huge amount of power which is very exciting to be at the end of. Smaller power kites tend to be 2 lined, whilst larger ‘traction’ kites are generally 4 lined, which require some form of handles or harness to fly them, sometimes these are supplied with the kite or they are available seperately. Again we have to stress the safety point with power kites, fly safely, know your limits and most of all choose the time and place to fly your power kite with the greatest of care, for yourself and other people. Please also read the section below on safe kite flying. And see our special page on flying power kites safely.

Safe Kite Flying

Location – Select a location that is free of obstruction such as houses and trees that can pose a danger to your kite and the public, and even more importantly do not fly your kite anywhere near power lines, substations or airports. Make sure wind conditions are right for your particular kite. Also make sure that as well as preventing damage to yourself and your kite, that you are going to fly in an area where you are not going to cause harm to anyone else or any wildlife, a beach is a perfect place, but make sure that there are no people around you if you are using a large or powerful kite. Also be aware of changing weather conditions, if you think there may be a storm approaching, quickly and carefully cease your flying activities, a kite can act as a lightning conductor when it is damp, and even if there’s no lightning, excessive winds can damage or destroy your kite, or just pull it from your hands, which in the case of children can be very upsetting.

Launching – With the wind at your back, take the kite about 50 feet or more downwind and have a friend hold it up, pulling the line tight. As your kite catches the wind, pull on the line handle until the kite gains altitude. Smaller kites can be launched from a smaller distance than this. Ensure you quickly give the kite lines some length after launch as the wind tends to swirl close to the floor and can quickly bring your kite back down. Ensure that there is no chance of wrapping the lines around another person or yourself as this can be dangerous in changable wind conditions.

Landing – Release the tension on the line of your kite and this will allow it to drift to the ground, quickly retreive or immobolise your kite as it can easily take off again in the right conditions. Choose a suitable place away from water and busy public places for this. You may also find that you can just wind your kite back onto the string and as your kite is approaching the ground it can be caught and held for you while you finish winding it up.

Above everything else USE YOUR COMMON SENSE, and constantly be aware of your environment, the wind is always changing and can only be guessed at. Keep aware of other people coming close to you and always supervise young children when flying kites. When you follow the necessary safety steps kite flying can be one of the most enjoyable pastimes all year round. Thank you for reading – and fly safely.

Josiah Walter asked:




“Hi! I’ve just been invited to attend an ‘informational session’ at XYZ Airlines that’s being held next Saturday. I sent them my resume a couple of weeks ago. Is this an interview? Is there anything I should know?”

Yes, Virginia, airlines are hiring flight attendants again – and the so-called ‘informational session’ is often the first step in the flight attendant job interview process. Start off by congratulating yourself – obviously, your resume and cover letter did their job, and now the company wants to meet you in person. That’s the good news. The bad news is that they probably also liked a few dozen other people’s resumes enough to also invite them to this cozy little tea party. Much like acting, where there are dozens of people who want that one job, those who fill positions for flight attendants at major airlines have their interview process down to an art. If you’ve been invited in for a flight attendant job interview, here are some things that you should know.

The “cattle call”

The first stage of the interview process is often called a ‘cattle call’, after the same practice in the acting profession. The airline will invite as many as several hundred applicants to a conference center or hotel where you’ll get to fill out an application, then stand up and introduce yourself. You’ll have two to three minutes to wow the interviewers with your personal statement, and if you do, you may get an invitation to a personal or small group interview later in the day.

This kind of flight attendant job interview is great for the airline, especially if they’re hiring a lot of people in a short time – for instance, when they’re opening a new base in a new city. It’s far less expensive for them to rent conference centers in several cities and weed through several hundred people in a day than it would be for them to fly everyone to the home base for personal interviews. Unfortunately, it’s not so great for you – you need to make a good impression in a very short time. Basically, it’s a ‘stress interview’ – you may be asked, “Tell me a little about yourself,” or be hit with a tougher interview question. Your best strategy for this kind of flight attendant job interview is to practice responding spontaneously to many different questions. They’re looking for unruffled poise – and that comes with practice.

Small group interviews

If you wow them in the cattle call, or if your resume is really impressive, you’ll move on to the second round of interviews, usually a small group flight attendant job interview. You’ll be seated in a room with 8-10 other applicants while the interviewer asks questions of the group at large. It’ll be up to the applicants to answer in their own order – and how you answer questions will be as important as what you say in response to the questions. The recruiters will be watching you as much for your demeanor as for your knowledge – remember, they’ll be training you after they hire you, so knowing the job isn’t the most important thing here.

The best strategy is answer first on some questions, last on some questions and somewhere in the middle on most questions. When you answer, be polite and pleasant, never ever belittle another person or their answer, and answer briefly and concisely. The types of questions you might be asked will range from ‘How do you handle a conflict in this situation?’ to ‘What’s the most important thing to remember on an international flight?’

The interviewers are looking for people who are poised, confident and sensitive to other people. Remember, their job in a flight attendant job interview is to find people who will represent the company and make them look good to the customers. As a flight attendant, you are the person that people will associate with the airline. Make sure you project a confident, competent attitude.

One-on-one interviews

So you made it to a one-on-one interview. That’s quite an accomplishment in itself. At this point, the advice isn’t much different than it is in interviewing for any other job. Listen to the questions asked; respond to them briefly and concisely. Take the time to draw out your interviewer a little – knowing whether she or he was a flight attendant, and what his or her experience is in the industry can help you frame your answers effectively. Most importantly, remember that the airlines hire as much for attitude and image as they do for skills – as noted before, they’ll train you in the knowledge that you need. Instead, you should be working to present an outgoing, resourceful and friendly personality – just the kind of person you’d want in the aisles on your flight home.

Adam Jaylin asked:




The peak of the summer season has started and if you haven’t planned a holiday as yet, then it is high time to do it now. And if you have started thinking that you probably won’t get the a booking anywhere, then you are seriously mistaken. You might be unaware about the worth of the strong medium called the Internet where last minute bookings are the order of the day. Keeping an ordinary customer’s need into consideration, last minute travel deals are indeed one of the most important packages that have made our lives convenient and easier. You can check out the various search engines to find some of the best deals that are made available to a customer.

Last deal bargains could also work out in the case of booking of hotels and booking of flights as well. Last minute travel deals could easily be obtained in the case of international flights as they greatly cut down the rates of the unsold tickets in the last minutes, for it is better for them to sell off the tickets at a low price than to take an empty seated flight. You can check some airways sites in case you want a cheap flight and bookings should be ideally done from a Wednesday morning to Thursday afternoon for obtaining cheap ticket. And if you aren’t convinced by the existing flight rates, you could check out the historic data that could easily tell you about the historical average rates to pay off for a flight. It is also important to look into the small airlines for your trips for a better deal as many websites don’t include them in their list.

The reservation for your hotels should be sought with a certain flexibility in your travel schedule as you might get a cheap reservation. You could also check on the ‘best price online’ sites as they could also promise you the cheap rates on your hotel bookings. Also, it is advisable for you to not change the dates of your hotel bookings once you freeze them. In this case, you might be penalised by the authorities.

In this way, last minute travel deals can easily be made available to you if you try to find them.

Wolfgang Jaegel asked:




One of the most popular ways to celebrate a wedding anniversary would be by taking a tour together to some exotic destinations. This in turn would help you to refresh your relationship and rekindle the romantic feelings for each other. Each year of wedding anniversary has its own significance. For instance, first wedding anniversary is special for every couple. Likewise, 10th 20th, 25th, and 50th anniversaries also deserve a special honor, as each of them marks major milestones in a relationship.

For celebrating a wedding anniversary or for a romantic getaway, no other destinations in the planet would be as astounding and romantic as French Polynesia – a French overseas country with about 118 islands and atolls in the center of the South Pacific, all of which are grouped into five archipelagos such as the Society Archipelago, the Marquesas Archipelago, the Gambier Archipelago, Tuamotu Archipelago, and the Austral Archipelago.

Among which the most visited as well as the most popular is Society Archipelago, with such island destinations as Tahiti, the largest and the main island among the Tahitian Islands; Bora Bora, acknowledged as the Jewel of the South Seas and considered the most romantic destinations on the earth; Moorea, with its much famed Tiki Village; and Huahine.

Tahiti and its sister islands provide a spectrum of options in order to make your wedding anniversary memorable. For instance, for those who want to renew their marriage vows or start their honeymoon in a special way, a great way would be to get married in a romantic traditional Polynesian style.

A great way to get married in Tahiti is by approaching Tiki Village Theater in Moorea. At Tiki Village, the bride to be is massaged and pampered with manoi oil and exotic flowers. Then, she is dressed like a princess with traditional Tahitian wedding pareu and crowns made of flowers. On contrary, the groom is taken by villagers to a nearby private motu, where he is tattooed and dressed akin to a village chief. After this, the groom is brought back to the village, where he is welcomed by the bride. Then, the High Priest recites the wedding vows which, if required, are translated for the couples. This is followed by traditional dance and music performances.

Further, Tiki Village provides couples with three wedding packages to choose from such as the Princess Wedding Package, the Royal Wedding Package, and the Royal Deluxe Wedding Package. Mostly, the packages cover authentic Tahitian village, the service of village high priest, a bottle of champagne, marriage certificate made of Tapa, and flowers. In short, wedding in Tahitian style at Tiki Village is an experience whose memories last for a lifetime.

Apart from these, a plethora of tour operators, upscale hotels and resorts, and cruise lines are also in the scenario to render excellent wedding services as well as packages inclusive of service of wedding planners and professional photographers, a bottle of champagne, flower bed, and romantic dinner. Depending upon the requirements of the couples, these packages are sometimes customized.

Majority of the hotels and resorts in French Polynesia, particularly spread across the islands of Tahiti, Bora Bora, and Moorea, come with a range of accommodation choices that are exclusively designed for newly weds, honeymooners, and couples celebrating their wedding anniversaries.

Most popular among the choices that are available for couples are overwater bungalows, elegantly appointed with king beds and private decks with steps directly leading to shimmering lagoon; one bedroom suites, with commanding views of the surroundings; motu bungalows, featuring direct access to stupendous beaches; and two bedroom villas, providing ultimate in privacy and romance. Whether it is of any type, an accommodation option in Tahiti is mostly attached with such top-end amenities as air conditioning, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, television, DVD and CD players, direct dial telephone, iron and ironing board, private safe, and superb bathroom with bathtub and separate showers.

When comes to facilities, majority of the accommodation options would come with facilities like spa centers offering signature massage and beauty treatments, excellent dining facilities, and facilities to enjoy an array of activities from water sport activities such as swimming, kayaking, and canoeing to land based activities including hiking, sightseeing tours, 4X4 safari tours, and more.

Eric Transue asked:




There are many people who love to think twice before they opt for air flight. If you are a frequent business traveler you may avoid business class travel thinking that it is expensive. You go for flying coach and have to suffer from traveling uncomfortably in cramped spaces. This can work for you if on a short distance flight but on long distance air travel this can be pretty uncomfortable. There is a common misconception that business class means unnecessary wastage of money. In fact, you can actually save money on them and at the same time go in for air flight that is more comfortable and enjoyable.

When you fly coach you have to sit in seats that may be too cramped for you. In long distance travel you cannot lie down and the only option that you have is to recline a bit as these seats do not give you much leg space as they accommodate more people. The business class gives you better seats and at the same time you also have more personal care and privileges that are given to you. There are many flier programs if you are a regular flier that gives you attractive offers and eventually a free air flight. In order to get the best deals you need to some research and check into the different air fares that are offered by the different airlines. Your air flight agent will be the best person to advise you and so get in touch with him today and stop flying in discomfort.

Jon Kelly asked:




Sooner or later, many people find themselves facing a very long plane trip. Professional assignments, family events and even the occasional dream vacation can motivate people to contemplate spending many hours on an airplane. If you are planning to travel a great distance, your only options would be to cover the distance in a single flight or plan to make one or more stopovers along the way.

Each method has its advantages and disadvantages, and one of the main disadvantages of a flight with stopovers is time lost. In a situation where the distance will involve a great deal of travel time, the time wasted by boarding and exiting the various planes could add hours to an already lengthy trip.

Beyond this extended trip time, stopovers will also increase the risk of missing a flight or causing your luggage to be put on the wrong plane. Despite the attraction of being able to get off a plane midway through your trip, the risks and inconveniences of a flight with stopovers could ultimately be discouraging factors. If these considerations lead you to choose an uninterrupted flight, there are several tips and precautions that can make your time on the airplane more comfortable.

Food And Beverages For A Long Flight

You may or may not be allowed to bring your own food and beverages onto the airplane, but there are helpful tips that you can follow regardless of whether you will be supplying your own refreshments or getting them on the plane.

Most long flights will include a meal, and you should be careful that you don’t eat so much that it upsets your digestion. You will want to relax as much as you can, and sleep if at all possible. So while it may seem tempting to eat a lot in the hopes that a large meal will make you drowsy, you may simply end up with an upset stomach that keeps you awake.

Knowing your limits in terms of food intake will help you have a pleasant flight. Above all, any passengers hoping to sleep on the flight should avoid caffeinated beverages such as coffee, tea, colas and other caffeinated sodas. Not only will these drinks keep you awake, their caffeine content could also contribute to dehydration. Water, juice and decaffeinated versions of coffee, tea and sodas are much better choices for those who wish to sleep on the plane. And because the effects of caffeine can last several hours, it would be wise to avoid caffeinated beverages in the airport as well.

Moving Around On The Plane

For part of the duration of the flight, you will be allowed to move around in the aisles of the plane. On a long flight, you should take the opportunity to stretch and walk around whenever it is convenient to do so.

Getting up from your seat will not only help you avoid muscle cramps and stiffness, it will also reduce the chances of a blood clot forming due to prolonged lack of motion. Staying fully hydrated will also help reduce this risk. With these tips in mind, you should be able to reach your destination safely and with minimal stress.