Friday 29 November 2013

Garuda Indonesia introduces “Visa on Board” on its Guangzhou-Jakarta flights



Garuda Indonesia announced that the airline now also provides Immigration on Board services for passengers on its Guangzhou – Jakarta flights. Visa on Board from China has been extended earlier on Garuda’s Shanghai-Jakarta flights since May this year.

Previously, “the Immigration on Board” service has already been introduced in six other Garuda services, among others : Tokyo (Narita) – Jakarta, Seoul – Jakarta, Sydney – Jakarta, Tokyo (Narita) – Denpasar (Bali) , Osaka – Denpasar and Sydney – Denpasar.

“Immigration on Board” is an immigration document handling service that provides “Visa On Arrival” to passengers on board a Garuda Indonesia flight with the assistance from immigration officers designated on the Garuda flight to Jakarta. Garuda Indonesia provides the service in collaboration with the Directorate General of Immigration of the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights of the Republic of Indonesia.

To obtain the Immigration on Board service, passengers must first purchase a visa on arrival voucher at Garuda Indonesia check-in counters at airport of departure. During the flight, two immigration officers will conduct passport checks and issue visa on arrival. Passengers who have been given the entry visa will also receive a special card that must be returned to the ground immigration officers upon arrival (at Soekarno-Hatta) before leaving the airport. The immigration on board service gives passengers the freedom to bypass queues at the immigration counters and have a more pleasant travel experience in Indonesia.

Wednesday 27 November 2013

Blue Friday - for Select Friends Only

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Blue Friday for Select Friends Only

  

Dear Friends,

As we approach this year's holiday season, we wish to remind you that you can easily skip the unpleasantness coming from Black Friday and instead take part in our Blue Friday Event. Share with your loved ones the gift of Comfort, Warmth, Relaxation, & Fabulous Food.

For full week reservations made by Christmas 2013, you will get custom Bluefields glasses with our B logo for holiday stockings, a complimentary YS Falls/Black River excursion AND a $400 Spa Credit.

Sit back, relax, and don't worry about braving the crowds for deals. We have you covered.



The Bluefields Bay Villas team 



*This offer is good for Peak Season 2013 rentals and is only for new reservations booked directly with us. This may not be combined with any other offers. Max 4 glasses per booking.

Please contact us for more information at 1-877-955-8993 or vacations@bluefieldsvillas.com 

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Garuda 'Explore' new routes

Garuda Explore
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Garuda Indonesia has introduced a new sub-branded carrier to strengthen its domestic flight network, in anticipation of ASEAN’s 2015 Open Sky policy.
The ‘Explore’ brand will support Garuda’s national connectivity program by servicing growing economic regions and tourist destinations in remote areas of Indonesia.
Turboprop aircraft (ATR72-600), with a seat capacity for 70 passengers, will be utilised on new routes serving eastern Indonesia.
Garuda Indonesia will receive 35 ATR72-600 in stages up to 2017, accompanied by firm orders for 25 aircraft and options for an additional 10 aircraft.
Garuda have been operating ‘Explore Jet’ since October last year, serving the airline’s network in both eastern and western Indonesia aboard Bombardier CRJ1000 NextGen aircraft.

RP Marketing. 

Friday 8 November 2013

Mesmerizing Bach Ma National Park from Danang



Located midway between Hue and Danang, Bach Ma National Park covers an area of 22,000 hectares. Home to a wide variety of animals and plants, the park is well-known for its biodiversity.
The weather here is like the weather in Dalat or Sapa due to its high level compared with the sea. Coming to visit the park, day trippers will have chance to discover the beautiful landscape and natural wonder, while they enjoy an adventure of the spirit.
At 8:00 am you will start the tour to Bach Ma from your hotel. After about an hours driving on National Road, you will come to Cau Hai town, turning onto the road to Bach Ma which is sinuous and gives you a stunning, panoramic view of Lang Co and Phuc Loc Lagoon. You will be dropped at the Do Quyen Bach Ma Villa, where you will start to trek to the summit through a tropical evergreen forest. You will take a rest and get some fresh air on the top of mountain, watching clouds, sky and waterfall, as well as admiring the spectacular views north to Hue and south to Lang Co Beach. ” Says Hiep Ha, Danang Office’s Operation Manager of Luxury Travel Ltd. 
Travelers will take a nature walk through the rain forest, heading to five beautiful cascading lakes. From lake number 1 to lake number 5, you essentially climb down alongside waterfalls on very slippery rocks and tree roots using ropes. This being the case, travelers should prepare well for this trip and a lunch box should be prepared as well as they will be challenged and work up an appetite
After passing the five lakes, travelers will continue trekking for 1km in the forest, before encountering the next challenge, which is to climb down and up a hill with 200 steps to reach the waterfall. Finally, travelers will reach the top of the waterfall, Do Quyen (Rhododendron) and admire the beautiful views from the top.
Bach Ma National Park is a good day trip for holidaymakers based in Danang, Hue or Hoian or many resorts in Lang Co. It is also ideal for travelers who want to go off the beaten track on the way from Danang to Hue. For those who like nature, wild life, walking and a sense of adventure, this trip is a good choice.” Adds Ha Van Hiep
Bach Ma day tour price start at 69 USD for the private party of 6 people, including private pick up and drop off services, entrances fees, lunch box, water, fruits and English speaking tour guide. Tour departs daily from 8 am or 1 pm for afternoon option. Discover more at www.luxurytravelvietnam.com 
Vietnam-based Luxury Travel Ltd. is a long established Asian specialist in the art of travel and serves today’s most sophisticated travelers with luxury privately guided and fully bespoke touring holidays in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar and Thailand. Luxury Travel Ltd. has won numerous travel awards for excellent performance, including the most recent award: “The Finest and Most Innovative Luxury Travel and Tour Operator.” Visit Luxury Travel on Facebook athttp://www.facebook.com/luxurytravelcompany.

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The new way to visit the tunnels is very convenient, taking just 1 hour and 15 minutes to get from Ho Chi Minh City, with NO traffic jams! Saigon’s based daytrippers can admire the perspective of the HCMC skyline as they cruise upstream on the new yacht.
Many travelers go by road to Cu Chi, but you will take a half day excursion by waterway to the famous tunnels, which stretched for over 200 km and became legendary during the 1960s when they played a vital part in the American War.” Says Pham Ha, Founder and CEO of Luxury Travel Ltd.
Your adventure starts from Bach Dang Pier, and you will go on a scenic tour to discover the natural beauty and Vietnamese lifestyle along the river bank. Binh Duong Province is on the right hand side and Ho Chi Minh City on the left as you begin cruising through the frontier and you willed be amazed that just a few minutes from Bustling Saigon, there lies a peaceful countryside and amazing life in the world of water.”
The boat will continue to Cu Chi (Ben Dinh) which now is a popular spot for both Vietnamese and foreign tourists. Take a short walk to the “iron triangle” of Cu Chi. Travelers will have plenty of time to explore the tunnel system and watch a video about them, which includes commentary from former soldiers to help travelers better understand the history of the area.
In their heyday, the tunnels were a functioning underground city, including numerous trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers & kitchens. After an hour and a half visiting the tunnels, travelers will go on boat back to Saigon where the tour ends.
Tour price start at 98 USD for the private party of 6 people, including private pick up and drop off services, entrances fees, water, fruits, boat trip and English speaking tour guide. Tour departs daily from 8 am or 1 pm for afternoon option. Discover more at www.luxurytravelvietnam.com 
Vietnam-based Luxury Travel Ltd. is a long established Asian specialist in the art of travel and serves today’s most sophisticated travelers with luxury privately guided and fully bespoke touring holidays in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar and Thailand. Luxury Travel Ltd. has won numerous travel awards for excellent performance, including the most recent award: “The Finest and Most Innovative Luxury Travel and Tour Operator.” Visit Luxury Travel on Facebook athttp://www.facebook.com/luxurytravelcompany.



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Lake Murray Lodge - Papua New Guinea





TRANS NIUGINI TOURS is pleased to announce that construction of our newest LAKE MURRAY LODGE is almost complete and soon we will be accepting bookings for 2014. Nestled amongst the trees on Boboa Island the Lodge has 12 rooms with twin/double beds and a large verandah overlooking the lake.
The main lodge, with a wrap around verandah and water views on three sides will house a dining room. bar, lounge and reception area. In keeping with our eco-friendly philosophy the entire lodge operation is solar powered.
The lodge will operate comfortable "rivertrucks" for touring around the lake.
LAKE MURRAY LODGE can also be combined with the other wilderness lodges of Papua New Guinea in Ambua Lodge, Karawari Lodge, Sepik Spirit, Rondon Ridge, Bensbach Wildlife Lodge and Malolo Plantation Lodge.
CULTURE - Villages can be visited where one can experience the unique culture of the Lake Murray area.
BIRDING - The Western Province is home to over 50% of Papua New Guinea's total bird population and Lake Murray is one of the best bird watching areas in the province. 
FISHING - Lake Murray is known for its Black Bass and Barramundi. The sport fishing is catch and release. 
"NESSIE" - There has been reported sightings of its own "Nessie" in the Lake, believed to be a relative of the Theropod dinosaur family.
Additional details and photos can be seen on our web site www.pngtours.com
 Best Regards - Bob Bates
TRANS NIUGINI TOURS
Tel: +675 542 1438
Fax: +675 542 2470
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