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Seaside Development – Equity Weekly, Main part 2, Show # 68

admin — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:32:37 +0000

Many of the Cambodian Islands and sea shore was largely unknown until the last few years. But today, almost all islands have been leased for tourism development. National parks are being reamed for profit while developers say they protect the natural assets. This is a sequence extracted from the Equity Weekly TV show #68, broadcast on 14/12/08, produced by UNDP and TVK, with support from SIDA, AusAid, Canadian International Development Agency and Irish Aid as part of the SDEP (Strengthening Democracy and Electoral Processes in Cambodia) project of UNDP CAMBODIA. For more information, visit our website: www.equitycam.tv

Duration : 0:7:12

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Vibrant Gujarat Tourism – Where life is a celebration [ official video ]

admin — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:32:32 +0000

On behalf of everyone in Gujarat we extend towards you our very warm welcome. The main intention behind creating this website is to share the colors, the romance, the heritage, the insights as well as the mystique that entwines this Gujarati legend. It is an attempt to equip you with all the relevant information, tools and resources needed to make your journey enriching, uncomplicated and enjoyable. The Gujarati soul is embodied by its regular everyday people. We hope that to some extent, this website will also connect you with the warmth and celebratory spirit of its people.

Eight tourism hubs have been created, which are ahmedabad Metro, Ahmedabad Rural (North Gujarat); Surat (South Gujarat); Vadodara (Central Gujarat); Rajkot, Junagadh & Jamnagar (Saurashtra) and Bhuj (Kutch), for convenience of tourists visiting Gujarat.
These hubs are well equipped with the modern infrastructure, facilities and services in the areas of commerce, communication, connectivity, hospitality, transportation, medical facilities etc.

Some good reasons to travel to gujarat:
•Travelling is therapeautic
•Travelling is educational
•Travelling helps in learning diverse Culture Traits
•Gujarat harbours picturesque landscapes, historical sites
and long stretches of Coastlines
•A visit to Gujarat is rejuvenating, relaxing, Inspiring
•Relate to the vibrant culture and make friends
• Leave with spellbound Memories, lasting impressions
and life long learning

Gujarat is one of the most diverse States in India. Its history stretches over a long years from the age old Harappan Civilization to the Mughal period. Gujarat’s endless journey from Roots to Wings is timeless with historical and cultural traditions glorifying the State.

The Land of the Legends
Gujarat, the Land of the Legends, is the birthplace of many Freedom fighters like the legendary Mahatma Gandhi, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and many others who fought the freedom struggle, infusing the qualities of tolerance, brotherhood, non-violence and patriotism into Indians.

Historical and Archaeological Monuments
The cultural mix enhanced with over 4500 years of history has endowed Gujarat with some of the greatest historical and archaeological monuments. While Lothal offers an unparalleled insight into the Harappan civilization, Ahmedabad has specimens of Indo-Sarcenic architecture, Palitana has a profusion of temples in the Jain style, Junagadh displays Buddhist caves and Rajput architecture appears all over different parts of Gujarat. A major Tourist destination of immense potential, its historical monuments represent the great religions of Asia Hindu, Buddhism, Jain, Islam, Parsi and Sikh.

Duration : 0:10:0

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Sri Lanka Tourism-General Infomation & History of Sri Lanka

admin — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 04:08:10 +0000

A Land like No Others
Sri Lanka has a rich history dating back thousands of years.
Sri Lanka – Pearl of the Indian Ocean, Serendib, Ceylon, Land of the Lotus Eaters – has long captivated travelers with its natural beauty and its rich culture.
From the golden beaches of the southern coast to the mist-filled hill country, from the ruins of the cultural triangle to virgin rainforests, and from lush green paddies to desert-like plains, Sri Lanka offers travelers diverse experiences and seven UNESCO World Heritage sites. But it is the hospitality of the Sri Lankan people that makes travel in Sri Lanka truly delightful.

Duration : 0:2:37

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SUGGEST A SLOGAN FOR NWFP’s TOURISM PROMOTION!

admin — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 03:32:19 +0000

Suggest a tourism slogan for NWFP and win 2 nights in Nathiagali + Cash!!

SARHAD TOURISM CORPORATION (STC) IS SEEKING ATTRACTIVE SLOGANS FOR PROMOTION OF TOURISM IN THE PROVINCE

The romance of North West Frontier Province of Pakistan is timeless and legendary. In a bid to attract more domestic and international tourists and to project the region positively, STC invites one & all to suggest appealing, catchy and
attractive slogans that could be adopted for tourism promotional purposes. The slogans and catchwords shall be displayed on important tourist entry points and printed on stickers and tourist brochures. Winning slogan would be selected by the Tourism Advisory Committee.

Slogans should:
• reflect NWFP’s fabled cultural, historical & tourism charm, identity and values.
• be in versions of English, Urdu or Pashto.
• consist of a phrase or sentence of words readable.
• be easy to remember & convey a sense of our traditional hospitality, warmth, cordiality, enchanting natural beauty and adventure that is the Frontier.
• be accompanied with the contributor’s name, phone and address.
• be submitted before May 20, 2008.
• be sent by email (stcnwfp@hotmail.com) or fax (+92-91-9210871)

Sarhad Tourism Corporation (Govt. of N.W.F.P)
13-A, Khyber Road, Peshawar.
Pakistan
www.nwfptourism.com.pk

“The Frontier’s recorded history goes as far back as 539 BC at least, when it was a province of the Persian Alchaemenian Empire. From then onwards it came under the sway of many different rulers namely Mauryans, Greeks, Scythians, Kushans, Sasanians, White Huns, Hindu Shahis, Ghaznavids, Slave Dynasty, Ghorids, Suri Afghans, Mughals, Durrani Afghans, Sikhs, and the British.” AJ

Keywords: Peshawar Pakistan Khyber Pass Bannu Kohat Mardan Swat Hazara. Dera Ismail Khan, Kohat, Tank, Hangu, Waziristan, Tirah, Dargai, Nowshera, Mardan, Swat, Swabi, Bannu, Hangu, Charsadda, Karak, Chitral, Dir, Lakki Marwat, Tank and Buner, Mansehra, Malakand Agency, Takht Bahi World Heritage Site, Railway, Railways, Khyber Pass, Abbottabad Nathiagali Dungagali Doongagali Kalabagh Galiyat Ghairagali Chitral Kalash Welcome to Pakistan Himalayas Pashto Pushto Pukhto Pakhto Pakhtu Rabab Traditional Instrumental Music Afghan North West Frontier Pakhtunkhwa Pukhtunkhwa Northern & Tribal Areas of Pakistan Itinerary Travel Tourist Destination Tourism British India Raj Pakistan Legends Bollywood Squash Pakhtuns Pashtuns Pakhtoon Pashtoon Pathan Pathans arts crafts handicrafts folklore legends costumes music traditional culture cultural food cuisine culinary win award competition prize History Lonely Planet Pakistan Travel Guide. Pakistan travel information, advice, hotels, reviews, maps and itineraries. Pakistan handbook Insight Travel Guide to Pakistan

Duration : 0:7:22

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New Zealand Kiwi Country 2009 – 3 Minute Hightlights

admin — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:58:08 +0000

I have been fiming New Zealand since 1987. This video clip is a great example of just how beautiful New Zealand is!! You can find out more about my productions at http://nzvideo.co.nz …. About this DVD:Kiwi Country New Zealand is this country’s best selling special interest travel and holiday DVD. Covering all leading tourist attractions and free sights from North Cape to Milford Sound, Kiwi Country New Zealand is your complete DVD collectors edition of our beautiful country. Highlights include Maori Culture, The Haka War Dance, Travelling New Zealand’s Main Tourist Trails. This DVD takes you to Northland, The Bay of Islands, Kauri Forests, Auckland, Waitomo Caves, Rotorua, Napier, Taupo, Wellington, Picton, Nelson, The West Coast, Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, Mount Aorangi (Mount Cook), Lake Tekapo, Wanaka, Whakatipu, Christchurch, NZ Wildlife including the Kiwi and Tuatara plus many more spectacular sights and attractions of both the North and South Islands. Now fully updated with 2 free bonus video, “Maori Culture” and “New Zealand Wonders of Nature” included in the DVD. There is also a full video clip of a Maori Haka plus a scenic slideshow on New Zealand. This Award Winning DVD promises to both inform and entertain.

Duration : 0:3:20

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Elmwood Village – Culture, Tourism and History

admin — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 17:15:21 +0000

The Elmwood Village, a bustling community in the heart of Buffalo, New York, is a treasure trove of cultural and historical points of interest. Take our video tour and sample a small taste of what we have to offer.
http://www.foreverelmwood.org

Duration : 0:2:35

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Sustainable Tourism with GAP

admin — Sat, 29 May 2010 04:24:58 +0000

From http://intheknowtraveler.com. Maryl visits with Marie Ann of GAP Adventures at the Los Angeles Times Adventurers Travel Expo help on February 10-11. Marie Ann gives travelers options to over 1000 trip options worldwide. The refitted 18th Century boat trips sounds great.. Produced by Wayfarer Digital for In The Know Traveler.

Duration : 0:2:22

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UNSEEN: France, Part 6 (South of France Clean-up)

admin — Sat, 29 May 2010 04:24:56 +0000

Hosts Max Lugavere and Jason Silva present a look at life in France as usually experienced only by locals and adventurous travelers. In Part 6, volunteer cavers pitch in to help clean up a cave in south central France that became an unofficial garbage dump over the years.
VIEW more UNSEEN & SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Playlist here…
http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=40B3A8A791BDB229

Duration : 0:5:56

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UNSEEN: India

admin — Mon, 24 May 2010 21:04:54 +0000

Hosts Max Lugavere and Jason Silva present a look at the people and culture of India that highlights things usually seen only by locals and the most adventurous travelers. Highlights include a 500 year-old tradition of dropping newborn babies from a tower as a way of ensuring them good luck, filmmakers take a ride with Mumbai’s female-only taxi service, and millions of Hindus brave the frigid Ganges River to wash away their sins during one of the world’s largest gatherings.
VIEW more UNSEEN & SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Playlist here…
http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=40B3A8A791BDB229

Duration : 0:45:22

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2011 Visit Sri Lanka / Sri Lanka Small Miracle

admin — Thu, 13 May 2010 05:06:16 +0000

Sri Lanka Small Miracle –
Sri Lanka Tourism officially launched its new logo and tagline Sri Lanka Small Miracle yesterday (23)with the ushering of peace in a new era.

Addressing the guests and media via a live feed from Temple Trees at the launch of Small Miracle at the BMICH, President Mahinda Rajapaksa declared 2011 as Visit Sri Lanka Year.

In keeping with this theme, a series of activities and events have been planned in 2011 to lure in more tourists to the island.

The President said: Having regained peace, my vision for development of tourism has become a reality. The rebranding is an integral part of the repositioning strategy of Sri Lanka Tourism, and comes at an opportune time with the dawning of a new era of peace in Sri Lanka, where there are much expectations and opportunities in the tourism industry.

Managing Director of the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau Dileep Mudadeniya, said The objective of the Sri Lanka Tourism re-branding exercise was to create a single core idea that can change peoples perception of the country.

The challenge faced by Sri Lanka Tourism during the brand strategy planning session in 2006 was to find an idea that embraces the truth of the country, which is relevant to the potential visitor; then communicate that idea through every material item produced, thus establishing an integrated marketing communication approach, he said.

Sri Lankan tourism industry has a great potential in the future. In 2008 Sri Lanka Tourism was able to earn economic events worth around US$ nine trillion and we hope that in the future Tourism will be one of the major foreign exchange earning industry, Chairman of the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, Bernard Goonetilleke said.

Duration : 0:3:20

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