Exploring the Wonder of Crude Marine Tourism at Raja Ampat

That Indonesia is a wonderful tourist destination is not a secret. It is home to many stunning islands, diverse cultures and delicious foods. Indonesia has so many wonderful tourist destinations that offer naturally rustic environment, which you cannot find in Bali or in any other established destinations. One of them is Raja Ampat in the Province of Papua, Indonesia.

What to Do

Diving

Raja Ampat is the destination of choice for divers and marine tourism lovers. It is even said to be one of 10 world’s best places, if not the best one, for diving since it has rare seawater flora and fauna. It has more than 600 species of coral reefs, which are not found at any other areas anymore. Preserved coral reefs are found in the strait between Waigeo Island and Batanta Island, in Kofiau, Misool, and Wayag Islands.

Boat Tour

Exploring the islands using a boat is an amazing activity to do in Raja Ampat. Renting a small boat, you can explore the islands freely. You can travel to the four main islands, with their hilly contour, and hundreds of other smaller islands. It is for sure, you will be amazed by the natural panorama surrounding you.

Trekking

Another way to explore the islands is trekking. Raja Ampat is known for scarce, unique fauna, like bald Cendrawasih, red Cendrawasih, maleo, waigeo, or kus-kus. In addition, trekking in the area of Tomolol will bring you to old bat caves, rare orchids or palms. Having a seat near to the natural falls in Salawati Island soothes your soul and mind, of course. There is also a traditional village in Waigeo, where you can sightsee and enjoy the unique and rustic environment.

What to Buy

Papua community is known for unique handicrafts, made of natural materials, particularly wood and bamboo. To get something interesting for your beloved ones at home, you can go handicraft centers or souvenir stores, such as plait crafts (anyaman) at Arborek, South Waigeo Island. You can bring the following stuffs home.

Sculptures, made by Asmat community; you can also learn to make the sculpture with the assistance of Asmat crafters.
Traditional clothes
Traditional flutes, and some other crafts

Where to Live

Raja Ampat is under large construction projects for accommodations in the Tourist Center, namely Saonek Monde, resorts in Nyandebabo, Waiwo Island, and South Wiageo Island. Right now, you have some alternative resorts, including:

Island camps, where you can enjoy local dishes like fish soup
Boathouses that are usually provided by diving agents
Kri Eco Resort, a unique resort with rustic style, built over the water
Sarido Bay Resort, which provides you with the joy of a house reef style
Hotels and resorts on Saonek Monde, Mansuar island, and Tenwupnor island

You may have to allocate relatively substantial amount of budget for a visit to Raja Ampat. From Jakarta, Indonesia, you fly to Sorong via Manado. The flight takes about 6 hours. From Sorong, you can go to Raja Ampat using speedboat or long boat for about 40 minutes of travel time. The standard transportation cost to Raja Ampat ranges from IDR 1 million to 1,2 millions. Surely, the cost and time you invest to visit Raja Ampat will be paid by the joy and unforgettable experience you get.

10 Duck Dishes from All over the World

Duck dishes may not as popular as chicken dishes, maybe because the meat is darker and harder so it would take longer time to cook it and many people hardly deal with the strong smell of the duck. Nonetheless, duck is used in various dishes all over the world. Nowadays, popularity of duck dishes is increasing as more and more people know how delicious the dishes are, if you know how to cook it right. If you need some recommendation, here are 10 duck dishes from all over the world.

1. Pecking Duck: this could be the most famous duck dish in the world because we can easily find the dishes in many Chinese food restaurants. This is national dish of China originally from Beijing and has been prepared from the Ming Dynasty. The whole body of the duck is seasoned and then roast by hanging it in the oven. It is served by slicing the meat. Some restaurants serve it with hoisin sauce or sweet bean sauce on the plate.

2. Foie Gras: this is another famous duck dish due to the delicious taste as well as the controversy. Foie gras is French dish made from fattened liver of duck. To make the liver fattened, the ducks are forced to eat and this fact make animal lover angry. Due to the force-feeding process, some countries prohibit foie gras.

3. Bebek Betutu: this is Indonesian duck dish originally from Bali. The dish is spicy and highly seasoned that some Balinese even made it extra-spicy with more red chilli pepper. After seasoned, the duck is wrapped with banana leaves and roasted.

4. Czernina: this duck dish is a traditional sweet and sour soup from Poland. The dish becomes popular due to the ingredient. Czernina is made from duck blood with addition of poultry broth. In Poland, czernina is mostly served for young men.

5. Oritang: in Korea, duck is shimmered with various vegetables to create a delicious guk or Korean soup. In Korea, different region has different oritang variant. Some of them made clear soup oritang and the other made stew. Addition of chilly is popular variant.

6. Arroz con Pato: this one is duck version of arroz con pollo (Latin rice and chicken dish) originally from Peru since Peruvian prefer duck. To make the dish special, Peruvian add cilantro and dark beer to the recipe. Some variant also use vegetables.

7. Turducken: the name is actually derived from turkey and duck. This American dish is combination of turkey and duck. The Americans cook turkey that stuffed by duck meat.

8. Long Island Roast Duckling: roast duck is very popular in the world and roast duck from Long Island is special. The duck is roasted in a whole to let the fat melt. In some restaurants, the Long Island roasted duck is served with cherry sauce.

9. Zhangcha Duck: China is well known for duck dish and this one is originally from Sichuan. The dish is also called tea-smoked duck because after marinated the duck is smoked over tea leaves and twigs.

10. Confit: another duck dish from France, this one is free from controversy. Confit is made from duck leg that should be marinated with salt, garlic, and some herbs for about 36 hours before cooking. The cooking process could be fry or grill.

How To Be Prepared For Road Tripping With Kids

Road tripping with kids is certainly fun and entertaining, but what do you do if you get a flat tyre and there is nobody around to give you a helping hand? The little ones will start crying, you will be stressed and this will surely take its toll on your trip. It is essential to be prepared when going on a road trip with children, given the fact that unpleasant situations occur when you least expect them. Here are several aspects you need to consider before going on a road trip with your kids:

1. Always Bring The Essentials With You

There are several items that must not miss from your car when you go on a road trip, no matter if you go alone or with your children. Don’t forget your cell phone and your car charger at home, as you may need it to call for help if emergencies occur. At the same time, have a phone card just in case: pay phones can turn out to be real life savers when you don’t have cell phone signal.

At the same time, get enough bottled water and non-perishable snacks for you and your children to eat, if you get stuck somewhere in the wilderness. Your car can break down in the most unfortunate areas, and you will need something to eat while waiting for help. Also, roadside emergency kits are essential as well: make sure you have a flashlight, flares, jumper cables and gloves, in case you get lost or you get stuck in the snow, as it often happens when you travel during winter.

2. Prepare Your Car Before You Leave

This is another important aspect that needs to be considered, especially if you plan to cover many miles. Take your vehicle to a trusted mechanic to check it, change its oil, check the fluids and to make sure that the tyres are inflated correctly. If you do the routine check up, you are unlikely to experience any car-related problems during the trip. Better be safe than sorry!

3. Learn How To Change A Flat Tyre

This is by far one of the most common problems related to cars these days, and everybody should know how to change a tyre. You can wait for hours on a highway until another driver decides to help you, and this is certainly not very pleasant when traveling with children.

In a nutshell, all you have to do at first is to pull over and secure the car with a rock in front of all the four tyres. After that, place the jack under the car frame and slowly raise it until it fully supports the car. Once the car is fully supported, loosen the nuts of the flat tyre, remove it, replace it with the spare tyre and tighten the nuts. Lower the car to the ground, remove the jack and you are good to go! Here is guide that might be helpful – how to change tyre step by step.

4. Bring An Empty Gas Can And Always Watch The Gas Gauge

Despite the fact that you should have no problems finding a gas station, there are several highways with very few gas stations, where you risk to run out of gas. Running out of gas when you are on a road trip with your children is certainly very unpleasant, especially if the area is unpopulated. This is why it is recommended to always keep an eye on the gas gauge and to have an empty gas can to fill at the closest station.

Highlights of British Columbia

Highlights of British Columbia.
British Columbia is Canada’s south-western province bordering the Pacific Ocean and Alaska. There are vibrant cities, towering mountain peaks, blue ocean waters dotted with islands, and sun-baked desert. You can hike coastline or mountain trails, go whale or bear watching, visit award-winning wineries and relax at great resorts. Here are some suggestions:

Vancouver
This world-class city takes full advantage of its water-side location, has some good urban attractions, plenty of green space and many recreation opportunities in the mountains 20 minutes north of downtown. Visit Granville Island’s covered Public Market, a smorgasbord of culinary delights. Walk the 8.8km Stanley Park seawall, take a leisurely horse-drawn cart ride through the lush forest or relax at the ever-busy, family-friendly Second Beach on the park’s western side.
Gastown, one of the oldest areas in the city, is a place to stroll down cobbled streets, explore its historic buildings and courtyards and enjoy its unique shopping, nightlife, and attractions. Don’t miss the statue of “Gassy Jack” and the wonderful steam clock that announces the quarter hours with a whistle chime.

Capilano Suspension Bridge
The first Capilano suspension bridge (www.capbridge.com/‎) was built at this North Vancouver location in1889. The present challenging bridge stretches 137m across and 70m above the Capilano River and is extremely popular . The bridge is what has made the park famous but there are several other excellent attractions. A highlight is the opportunity to see, touch and learn about the temperate rainforest with its 1000 year old trees, from both ground and treetops levels.
The twenty-seven acre privately-owned park provides tranquillity, adventure, thrills, meals, souvenirs and an unforgettable experience all at the same time. Cliffwalk is the park’s newest attraction and here you are challenged by a cantilevered walkway clinging to the granite cliff high above Capilano Canyon. You will experience exhilaration or fear but are likely to have a sense of achievement on finishing.

Whistler
Whistler (http://www.whistler.com) booms in winter but at other times it is still a delight. The pedestrian village has won numerous design awards and Whistler has been regularly voted among the top destinations in North America by major ski magazines. The vibrant Village Stroll is a perfect place for people watching, shopping, dining or just kicking back. Grab a drink on an outdoor terrace and take in the glorious mountain scenery before indulging in a gourmet meal.
If you are into mountain biking there are plenty of opportunities for adventure. If not, take the Whistler Gondala ride to the top of Whistler Mountain then the amazing Peak to Peak journey between the top of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. You won’t be disappointed.

Highway 5
This is a 525 kilometre north-south road in the southern part of the province. South of Kamloops, it is a 186 km freeway. North of Kamloops the two-lane road follows the North Thompson River valley through the isolated forested hillsides and grasslands of the Thompson Plateau. This is a quiet, lightly populated region, with Clearwater the first significant settlement. This is the closest town to Wells Grey Provincial Park, with its stunning vistas of high mountains, deep canyons, volcanic cones, brooding old-growth forests and raging white-water rivers.
The highway continues north to the small settlement of Valemont. In winter this is the base for superb alpine snowmobiling with groomed trails and spectacular scenery. At other times there is white-water rafting, fishing or observing the wildlife in the Cranberry Marsh Sanctuary. The Mount Robson Provincial Park is 35 kilometres further north and a viewing point provides glorious views of Mount Robson, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies.

Field, Golden, Glacier National Park
Highway 1 climbs Kicking Horse Pass, the point where the Canadian Pacific Railway and the Trans Canada Highway cross the continental divide between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Near the top is a viewpoint where you see the famous spiral loop on the railway. If you are lucky you are rewarded by a view of an enormous freight train crossing over itself. Field, an historic railway town with a dramatic river outlook, provides a reason to stop as does Golden, a tidy town just off the highway.
There are two national parks here; the Yoho National Park and the Glacier National Park. The country is spectacular and it is tempting to stop at every turn. At the Rogers Pass Discovery Centre you learn about the intrepid railroaders who built the railway through this wilderness and the avalanche scientists and others who keep this wintery pass open today. Further on, the Hemlock Grove Trail, an interpretive boardwalk through the world’s only non-coastal cedar-hemlock rainforest, and the Skunk Cabbage Trail, through a unique wetland, are both great places to stretch the legs.

Wine country
The Okanagan Valley (http://www.okanagan.com/) has lakes, world-class golf, mountain and wellness resorts, great beaches and trails, and outstanding mountain biking, and it is also Canada’s best wine country. Vernon and Penticton are significant towns and Kelowna is the largest city in BC’s interior. The area has something like 90 wineries, many of them clustered between Peachland and Osoyoos and it’s here that Oliver lays claim to being Canada’s wine capital.
Throughout the valley you pass through cherry and stone fruit orchards and are tempted to explore many of the wineries. Greta Ranch Winery is attractively set high above the lake. At Dirty Laundry Winery you pass under a washing line hung with underwear to get into the tasting room and restaurant. Poplar Grove Winery has a beautiful building high above Penticton and a great cabernet franc wine. There are spectacular mountain and lake views everywhere and plenty of accommodation and other facilities. No wonder this region attracts so many visitors.

Watermark Beach Resort
The splendid Waterfront Beach Resort (http://www.watermarkbeachresort.com/‎) has lake frontage in the main street of Osoyoos and the views from our huge balcony are stunning. This is Canada’s warmest lake and the area calls itself Canada’s only desert but for many visitors it is simply paradise. The luxury resort has space, a lovely restaurant with an innovative menu, and excellent spa and massage facilities. The surrounding area has many wineries and several attractions including a desert boardwalk, a huge model railway and the spectacular Desert Cultural Centre which has a museum and an interesting walk with First Nations guides.

West Coast Railway Heritage Museum
Located in Squamish, this impressive outdoor museum (http://www.wcra.org/‎) has interesting authentic railway equipment and the magnificent Royal Hudson steam locomotive restored to its full beauty and housed in a huge hall. There are many items to climb over and there is an opportunity to learn how Canada’s mail was processed on rails. The park has 90 pieces of heritage railway rolling stock; the oldest are the business car British Columbia (1890) and a rare Canadian Pacific Colonist sleeping car (1905).
There are several buildings making up the park centre including Brightbill Heritage House and the Squamish Station, designed in 1915 but not built until 2000. This is one for the whole family and if you are a railway buff you will be in heaven.
Words: Len Rutledge
Pictures: Phensri Rutledge

The author.
Len Rutledge (www.LenRutledge.com) is an author and travel writer who has written thousands of newspaper and magazine articles and over 25 travel guide books. He currents writes the e-book Experience Guide series available from Amazon and has written the popular Bangkok Bargain Shopping app for Android and Apple devices.

The Best Travel TV Show

Do you want to travel around the world but you only have small funds to spend? You probably still need time to save. However, you may not know when you can go. Alternatively, you can follow travel TV show to get information of things happening and existing around the world. At least, you should watch one of the following travel programs.

9 Travel TV Shows You Should Watch

Watching travel show is one of the ways to let your mind make trips around the world without having to move your feet. It is easy, free and fun.

1. Around the World in 80 Days

British travel documentary series made to support the annual BBC Children in Need charity appeal in 2009. It starts from the Reform Club in London and ends at the same place. The journey is made without a flight.

2. Bridget Sexy beaches

USA documents Bridget Marquardt in traveling to visit different countries to explore their beaches, meet the locals and participate in various activities and also enjoy the nightlife.

3. Samantha Brown Series

Passport to Europe, passport to Asia, etc. can tell you how to go abroad. Samantha Brown knows how to travel and she will take you around the world.

4. Don’t tell my mother

Hosted by Diego Buñuel and shown on subscription television channel Nat Geo Adventure. There are many places in the world to visit such as Colombia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, North Korea, Tokyo, Lagos and many more.

5. Scam city

This tv show will takes you to unusual traveling experience, exposing more crimes in tourism, including thieves. Conor Woodman goes around with an undercover team and hidden cameras and let himself scammed, rubbed and conned.

6. Banged up Abroad

British documentary television series created by Bart Layton. Most of the episodes feature the stories of people who have been arrested when travelling abroad.

7. Somewhere in China

Produced by Nat Geo Adventure, a cool TV show that will treat you with the stunning footage of China. It is where filmmaker/photographer duo Peter and Jeff Hutchens back to China where they lived as children.

8. Globbe treker, in Australia, Thailand and Canada, and more.

It is originally broadcasted as Lonely Planet. It is an adventure tourism television series produced by Pilot Productions. The show does not only cover a kind of traveling experience but also expose more to get deeper to the local culture. The presenters also take a part in different aspects of regional life including attending wedding ceremony.

9. An idiot abroad

British travel documentary television series on Sky1 and Science. It documents Karl Pilkington’s journey to foreign countries under the guise of visiting New Seven Wonders in the world.

So, do you still want to travel abroad? Make sure you know where to go and what to do there. The coolest travel TV shows are great sources of knowledge to learn about before you take a flight.

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It’s a foodie show, it’s a travel show

Do you have much interest in culinary? If you go to a new place, make sure you spare the time to taste the local foods. Do you feel hesitated? The foodie adventure television show can be a great and free guide to follow. This article will show you some of the coolest foodie adventure TV shows.

The 10 Coolest Foodie Shows on TV to Follow

There are many foodie adventure TV shows to watch. But not all of them can offer the quality culinary program. If you want some cool recommendations, here they are:

1. No Reservation

This foodie adventure program is hosted by Anthony Bourdain and known as a popular American travel and food show on the travel channel. The host will take you to travel not only throughout the US but also around the globe where you can get special treats of cuisine and culture.

2. Street Food Around the World

Who says that the street food is less tasty than the restaurant food? There are many food stalls to find around the boulevards, alleyways and streets. Ishai Goshai will take you to visit them and taste the special foods that become the local people’s favorites.

3. Bizzare Foods

Andrew Zimmens will let you know about the exotic or even disgusting foods you can eat on Bizzare Foods TV show. This program invites your imagination to taste the totally different kinds of foods while traveling around the world. Raw pig’s testicle, giant snails, fried grasshoppers and many strange dishes are going to be discovered by Andrew Zimmens.

4. Man vs food nation

Can you beat foods? Adam Richman hosts man vs food nation and takes you to explore the US to taste the most iconic food dishes of local eateries. He will also take any talent for a food challenge while he serves as the coach.

5. Kimchi Chronicle

Are you a big fan of Korean stuff? Make sure you know their most iconic food, kimchi. Chef Marja Vongerichen will explore more about this food, share you its history and so on. She will let you know how to cook this Korean food in American kitchen too.

6. Ho Chak – Singapore and food glorious food – Singapore

Asian food channel also airs food travel programs in 24 hours, including Ho Chak which means tasty or very tasty. You will mostly be introduced to tasty Southeast Asian foods. You can also know more about them by following food glorious food TV show.

7. Taste with Jason – Malaysia

Jason is a music composer and a telecommunication engineer at the initial stage. He also has passion to culinary. That is why you are invited to follow taste with Jason show via Asian Food Channel and Mediacorp’s channel 8.

8. Martin Yans china

Have you ever visited china or tasted their iconic foods? Martin Yan will take you to a fascinating tour for exploring the four schools of Chinese cuisine. He will take you to different places to find the popular foods in china.

9. $2 Wonderfood – Singapore

Are you hungry but running out of cash when visiting Singapore? Before this situation happens to you, Ben Yeo will let you know the cheapest and tastiest foods around Singapore through $2 Wonderfood TV show.

10. Dining with Death

This culinary TV show will take you to explore the mysterious and exotic dishes served around the world. It really challenges your braveness to take a bite.

Do not you see? There are many cool foodie adventures TV shows you should not miss to watch.

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5 most dangerous travel destinations of the world

There is always an inherent amount of risk that tourists take when travelling. Even in the safest destinations, seasoned travellers know how to protect themselves against petty theft and common tourist scams. However, visiting certain areas around the world will ratchet the tourist threat index to an uncomfortable level for most. That being said, a select adventurous few revel in exploring the places that others dare not venture. There are plenty of dangerous places around the world that still remain open to visitors, but the following countries have made it into the top 5 list:

Somalia

Straddling the Horn of Africa, Somalia is home to a stunning coastline and unspoilt beaches. Unfortunately, nearly a dozen warring factions have made the country a practical blackout zone to tourism. The government itself is involved in a fair amount of fighting, and safety is in no way guaranteed for tourists in Somalia.

Somalia’s capital Mogadishu has long been considered one of the most dangerous cities in the world. Independent tourism in this region in strongly discouraged due to the high risk of kidnapping and assault. Major hotels in Somalia recommend visitors to travel with hired armed guards. The major attraction near Mogadishu is the stunning Somali Beach. For tourists that do wish to brave a trip to coastline, keep in mind that under local laws women must swim fully clothed and avoid loitering with men.

Syria

Though Syria has always been a country where tourists were advised to exercise a high degree of caution, the recent outbreak of civil war has made this alluring destination practically off-limits to visitors. This is unfortunate as the nation is full of ancient treasures and sights of major historical interest. Damascus, its capital city, is the oldest capital in the world and home to the stunning Umayyad Mosque, Fakhr-al-Din al-Maani castle, and Azm Palace.

Up until the country’s recent unrest, Syria welcomed tourists, and possessed a tourist-friendly infrastructure. It is still possible to visit Syria, though widespread violence throughout the country has made things so unsafe that EU and US citizens still within Syria have been asked to contact their embassies in order to arrange safe transfer home. For those still wishing to make the trip, visas can be obtained upon arrival into the country. There are several routes of entry into Syria from neighbouring Turkey. Due to tensions with Israel, visitors with entrance or exit stamps from Israel on their passport will not be allowed into Syria.

Iraq

Much of Mesopotamia, widely considered the cradle of civilisation, is confined within the borders of Iraq. With remnants and ruins from the ancient Sumerian, Assyrian, Akkadian and Babylonian empires, Iraq is a veritable treasure chest of historic gems. Given the country’s history, it’s understandable that despite what Iraq has to offer, a vast majority of tourists would not consider travelling there. In truth, these travel fears are largely warranted. Though the war in Iraq may be officially over, the threat of violence and kidnapping in the centre of the country remains especially high. Travellers intent on seeing the ancient ruins of Babylon, Ashur, and Hatra may do so at their own risk. Visas must be secured before entering the country, and armed guards will be essential in some areas.

Yemen

Yemen is a fascinating country with perfectly preserved historic towns and stunning Red Sea beaches. However, all travel to this country on the Arabian Peninsula is strongly discouraged by most Western governments. Instability, terrorist attacks, and a high prevalence of kidnappings make this a largely unsuitable environment for tourists. Yemen also suffers from a relatively poor infrastructure. As a foreigner, solo car travel is difficult for numerous reasons, and trains are non-existent. In addition, the political situation in the country is very unstable and visa requirements change often.

Those who wish to venture into Yemen despite the risks can do so by flying into Sana’a from Dubai. Along with Old Sana’a, Yemen’s major attractions include the magnificent ancient towns in Hadhramaut, and the beach city of Al Hudaydah.

Zimbabwe

Once one of the richest nations in Africa, Zimbabwe has struggled against both economic and political collapse over the past 10 years or so. This instability has unfortunately put this former tourism hot spot on this list. Home to Victoria Falls, and Zambezi National Park, Zimbabwe is a beautiful country full of native wildlife and stunning natural scenery.

Outside its national parks, the country’s major cities are considered unsafe for tourists. In addition to armed robbery and assault, disease is a major threat to tourists staying in the landlocked African country. Visitors are encouraged to get hepatitis A, typhoid, malaria, and rabies vaccines before arriving in Zimbabwe.

Travellers insistent on seeing Victoria Falls and Zambezi National Park can stay in stable Botswana or South Africa. Day trips operate regularly from these nearby countries and are considered relatively safe.

Travelling With Children – Tips For Reducing Distraction

Anyone who has travelled with kids before can confirm that they can cause a huge distraction, especially if they are arguing or complaining on the backseat. This could be as a result of boredom or hunger and handling it can be such a hassle. It is quite interesting to note that there are several other common distractions that you can face on the road and so as the chances of an accident while traveling with your children. For instance, a recent research has revealed that over 1.5 million car accidents occur annually due to driver distraction.

Surprisingly, nearly 25 percent of these accidents are attributed to driver distraction caused by kids. Fortunately, the following tips will surely help you maintain your focus while travelling with your children.

Tip #1: Keep your kids busy and occupied

Usually, bored and impatient kids tend to ask a lot of questions that might take your focus away from the road. Such questions might be based on how long the journey is or any other subject that might steal your focus. While it’s true that edgy kids are a common cause of distraction for any driver, keeping them occupied with toys, travel games and books is the best solution.

Tip #2: Regular breaks are essentially helpful

This is one of the most important ways of minimizing distraction while travelling with children, especially during long drives. For instance, you should plan on taking regular breaks to reduce occurrence of distractions caused by fatigue, boredom, hunger or the need to use a wash room. Also, you can use such breaks to have meals or snacks instead of drinking and eating or passing foods and drinks while you’re driving because it can keep your hands away from the driving wheel. Additionally, eating or drinking in the car can result in choking dangers for your kids or for you as the driver.

Tip #3: Avoid using your cellphone

Taking of care of your kids and other occupants of the vehicle you’re driving is more important than picking up your calls or using your phone while driving. There is always the right time to make a phone call or use your phone for any other reasons, especially while you are on a break or when another person is driving. However, if it’s absolutely urgent for you to use your phone, the most prudent ideas would be to use a hands-free headset or a Bluetooth module. As much you’ll still be feeling distracted, you’ll be able to keep your hands on the driving wheel.

Tip #4: Hybrid cars are very safe for kids

Children usually require booster or safety seats to enhance their safety apart from other things like sufficient space for proper accommodation of their most crucial safety equipment. Actually, a hybrid car is the best option for this given that it has a good number of integrated precautionary features to increase your kids’ safety. While maintaining high levels of road safety and performance, hybrid cars are capable of addressing all the important issues with your children that might cause distraction.

As mentioned earlier, distracted driving mainly accounts for the increasing road carnage’s that in most cases result in fatalities. However, with the above mentioned crucial tips, you can reach you destination with your children happy and safe.

Experience the very best of India on Royal Rajasthan on wheels

Rajasthan is the most famous tourist destination in India and extremely popular among world travelers. A vibrant land most synonymous with its colorfully dressed people with men in their turbans and women in their sarees, a trip to Rajasthan is a visual treat. Ruled by Rajput princes whose heroism and bravery are often romanticized in the folklores. It is a great tourist destination with stunning palaces, majestic forts and serene lakes which adds to the charming desert settings. When it comes to offering choices, Rajasthan can stun people with its variety and please even the most fussy traveler. Get a taste of the regal aura of this fabled land by traveling like a Maharaja on Royal Rajasthan on wheels which offers an elegant ride to the most fascinating destinations in Rajasthan.

The journey is designed to give you a taste of royal living which you will notice as soon as you enter this luxury train. You will not only be impressed by the plush interiors which are designed keeping in mind the style and grandeur of royalties. A traditional welcome with tikka and garland awaits you at the railway station. A music band will give you a royal salute and you will be pampered throughout the journey. The train has total 13 coaches each named after a famous palace of Rajasthan and creates same cultural ethos in their interiors. There are also two restaurants for the delight of the visitors. The menu includes Thai, Chinese, Mexican and continental along with authentic Indian cuisine. The luxury train of Royal Rajasthan on wheels is equipped with world-class amenities like lounge saloon, rejuvenation center and souvenir shop. You can enjoy yourselves at leisure and play games or just enjoy the panoramic view outside and savor each of them.

The itinerary of the luxury train is tastefully created to provide an insightful and enjoyable tour experience. You explore not only the rich wildlife if the region but also marvel at the spectacular architecture of some of the most ancient temples and remarkable forts offering you the very best of Rajasthan. The train journey includes destinations like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Chittorgarh and Agra. Varanasi and Khajuraho has also been included in the itinerary recently. Khajuraho is the spectacular rock cut temples and also a UNESCO world heritage site white Varanasi is the spiritual center for Hindus and one of the oldest living city in the world. Luxury trains in India have come a long way after the introduction of first luxury train, Palace on wheels and 1982. Royal Rajasthan on wheels recreates the romance and splendor of royalties of the bygone era and brings out the colors of amazing land of Rajasthan.

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Things you Didn’t know about Adelaide

Adelaide is the capital city of South Australia and it is also the 5th largest city in Australia. While most of the things about the city may be out there, there are a few things that you didn’t now about Adelaide and some of these include:

On O’Connell is the name of the city’s cricket bakery. This supports the team by the name of Rebacks. Here you can get freshly baked bread and also show your support for the Klinger & Co. The bakery also offers internet access. This is quite a unique bakery that is located only 5 minutes from the city. It is found right in the middle of the food hub on the busy O’Connell Street. It offers more than 200 delicacies which are made by a team of professionals. This is a great place to hang out with friends and family and it also allows tourists to sample some of the iconic food in Lamington and Pie Floater. It is open all days of the week 24 hours meaning you can walk in anytime you want. This is also a great place to stop over from a fun night out to savor hot pastry that is served straight from the pie warmer.

A magic cave

This is probably one of the things you didn’t know about Adelaide. This is also known as the Rundle Mall which some people also refer to as Malls Balls. Here you can pay Santa a visit and let him know all your wishes. The place also gives you an opportunity to admire the gorgeous Rundle Mall Pigs names Augusta, Oliver, and Truffles. This also gives you an opportunity to explore “German Town” with a wide variety of cafes, restaurants and delicatessen. You will also get to view the Christmas lights that are hang on the West End Brewery.

Adelaide oval

Some of the things that you do not know about the Adelaide oval is the fact that no spectators will be allowed to be more than 40m from the toilet, beverage or food outlet. Almost all seats here are undercover allowing people to enjoy the action regardless of the type of weather. In addition to the seating capacity there is a huge standing capacity allowing around 61, 000 people to attend an event at a time. There is enough space among the seat thus people will not have to stand to let other people pass meaning that you will be more comfortable while watching the action.

Getting around the oval will be quite easy because there are multi level atriums featuring escalators, lifts and concourses that are up to 10m wide. Although other sports will also be played here, cricket will take prevalence and will be played many times especially during summer. You will not even have to carry cash when you are at the oval as there are numerous point of sales stations that allow a person to tap and go. As you visit the city of Adelaide you will be surprised at how many things you will explore to make your visit more interesting.

By Melissa Davis who spend 2 week in Adelaide and explore accommodation in Adelaide, restaurants, history and all interesting facts related to this amazing city.