Month: September 2021

This panoramic train connects the north of Europe to its south – right through the UNESCO World Heritage site of Rhaetian Railway, passing by glaciers on its way down to palm trees.

Itinerary > Tirano - St. Moritz

Hailed as one of the most spectacular train routes in the world, the Bernina Express between the Italian city Tirano and the Swiss Alpine resort St. Moritz is not one to be missed. As well as being a UNESCO World Heritage route, the Bernina Express is the highest train in Europe with its winding track reaching peak altitudes at Ospizio Bernina station (2,253m). Relax behind panoramic windows as you sweep between the contrasting scenery of Italian palms and Swiss glaciers, taking in the many cultural landmarks and engineering highlights along the way. Travel from Tirano to St. Moritz in 2 hrs 11 mins.

Yaroslavl is the capital of the Golden Ring of Russia. Here, in Yaroslavl, tourists start their journey through the ancient Russian cities. This cozy small town on the Volga River has preserved the architecture of the 12th-19th centuries, so the Old City has been inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.

Come here to listen to the bells of ancient churches, watch performances on the stage of the first theatre of Russia and try traditional Russian cuisine.

According to the plan of Catherine II, the historic center of Yaroslavl was fan-shaped, with Sovetskaya Square in the middle and other streets fanning out. The Church of Elijah in the center of the square has survived the revolutions and kept its original form. Go inside to see the carved iconostasis and amazing frescoes of the 17th century – the colors are still bright, although they are more than three centuries old.

You can find a bronze map showing the main streets with its sights in the park near the church. If you need a more detailed plan, just turn into Sovetsky Lane. This is where Golden Ring Show Layout Museum is located. For about two years, artists, sound and 3D engineers have been creating miniatures of Yaroslavl and thirteen other cities of The Golden Ring of Russia – layouts with houses, cars and residents.

Go down the alley to get to the Volga Embankment. A wide linden alley with romantic pergolas, downhills, stairs, and an old wrought iron fence is one of the most picturesque sights in Yaroslavl. Street musicians often perform here, local souvenir shops offer painted gingerbread, whistles, enamel ornaments and embroidered light felt boots made by a local felting factory. There are many museums on the embankment – the Metropolitan’s Chambers, the Museum of the Yaroslavl City History, Music and Time, the Art Museum in the Governor's house.

SU flight schedule from Sheremetyevo (SVO) to Tunoshna (IAR)

With the change of seasons, you get to say aloha to the winter rain and their chilly nighttime temperatures (by local standards) and then gratefully welcome spring’s warmer waters, blooming flora and scenic mountain views.

Spring is a season for rebirth and renewal, and, after the winter thaw, there’s no better place to enjoy it. For those of you considering a much-needed vacation to the islands, here's the“Top 3 Reasons Why Tourist  Love Springtime in Hawaii.”  Hope it will encourage you to rediscover your bathing suit, dust off your hiking shoes and start fresh with a springtime adventure to the Islands.

Spring Flowers
Spring flowers take on a new meaning in Hawaii. The rainforests and gardens bloom with a variety of indigenous and non-native plants -- from the fragrant, white pikake to the colorful yellow hibiscus, Hawaii’s official state flower. To experience the colors of spring, visit one of the many botanical gardens throughout the islands. Foster Botanical Garden on Oahu is one of the oldest in the state and features trees planted in the 1850s.

Whale Watching
From December through April, a different kind of visitor frequents Hawaii’s shores. Humpback whales, called kohala in Hawaiian, migrate 3,000 miles from Alaska to breed and nurse their young in Hawaii’s warm waters. Kohala are culturally significant to Native Hawaiians and are considered kama‘aina, or native-born.These gentle giants range from 40-50 feet and weigh up to 45 tons. It’s not unusual to see them breach out of the water just offshore from your blanket on the beach. Boat tours are an exhilarating way to see these kohala up close. While the shallow waters between Maui, Molokai and Lanai are some of the best whale-watching spots in the world.

Wonderful Weather
Of course, the top reason to visit Hawaii in the springtime is the weather. April is typically the end of the wet season, and temperatures range from roughly 70ºF to 79º. If you plan your trip right, you can book your vacation right before the heat and crowds that inevitably arrive each summer. And since you’re avoiding peak travel season, you may even save on airfare, hotel and activities as well.

HA flight schedule from Kuala Lumpur to Honolulu via Japan (NRT) and Korea (ICN)
 

Safe, clean and loveable are the words often used by residents and repeat visitors to describe Davao City. The international gateway to Mindanao, Davao has been enjoying an economic boom the past few years, with a handful of young entrepreneurs opening up trendy restaurants and bars. But the fun doesn’t stop in the city – natural attractions are close by and you have a choice between water and mountains.