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Los Angeles is the largest city in the state of California and the second largest in the United States. Often abbreviated as L.A. and nicknamed The City of Angels. Millions of visitors arrive each year in Los Angeles eager to experience for themselves the epitome of the American Dream. Los Angeles is not really a city but rather a sprawling metropolis constituting more than 80 smaller city areas woven together by a daunting network of traffic-congested freeways without a clearly defined centre. LA is just one of these cities with Downtown at its heart.

Los Angeles has a Mediterranean climate or Dry-Summer. Los Angeles enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the year, with an average of 263 sunshine days and only 35 days with measurable precipitation annually.

Transportation
Public Transportation
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority and other agencies operate an extensive system of bus lines, as well as subway and light rail lines across Los Angeles County, with a combined daily ridership of 1.7 million

Air Transportation
The main Los Angeles airport is Los Angeles International Airport. The fifth busiest commercial airport in the world and the third busiest in the United States

Best Hotels in Los Angeles
Avalon Hotel
Belamar Hotel (The)
Best Western Airport Plaza Inn
Best Western Golden Key Motor Hotel
Best Western Mikado
Cadillac Hotel
Chamberlain
Chateau Marmont
Crescent Hotel
Custom Hotel
Georgian Hotel (The)
Hilton Checkers Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn LAX/El Segundo
Holiday Inn Express Rosemead
Holiday Inn Hollywood Walk of Fame
Holiday Inn Los Angeles City Center

Egypt is mainly a country in North Africa with the Sinai Peninsula forming a land bridge in Western Asia. Egypt does not receive much rainfall except in the winter months. On the northern strip the rainfall is received between October and March. The best time to visit the majority of sights, including the pyramids and the Valley of the Kings, is from February to April and October to November, when it is hot enough to know it’s the ‘Land of the Sun’.
For centuries Egypt has attracted visitors and for good reason. The world-renowned treasures of this fabled country, from iconic pyramids to medieval bazaars, almost defy description. But take a look beyond the obvious archaeological treasures, and a country rich in natural beauty and vibrant in contemporary culture is easily revealed. Football is the national sport of Egypt. Squash and Tennis are other popular sports there.

TRANSPORTATION
Transport facilities in are centered in Cairo, the capital, and largely follow the pattern of settlement along the Nile. The main line of railway network runs from Alexandria and Aswan and is operated by Egyptian National Railways.

ATTRACTIONS
Egypt is home to the world’s longest rivers Nile. In Egypt’s local language the river will be pronounced as Bahr el-Nil. It is said that if you drink water from the Nile, you are sure to return to Egypt. Visitors taking a Nile cruise can watch the history of this ancient civilization drift past whilst enjoying the modern day comforts of a twenty-first century ship. There is also a Traditional Nile Boat for tourists. These are known as Feluccas.

Egypt is well known for its main attraction of Pyramids. They are the best-known ancient monuments and one of the seven wonders. The famous Sphinx stands in front of the Great Pyramid, with the body of a lion joined to the head of a man. There is a Sound and Light show every night at Giza which adds to the atmosphere surrounding these mysterious ancient sights.

THINGS TO DO
Feluccas are very basic but relaxing and enjoyable way to travel down the river. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are usually included on the Felucca and are cooked and served on board by the crew. The food is again basic but varied and filling and in the afternoon they will also serve Egyptian tea and Nubian cake.

ACCOMODATION
Since the country has hosted mass tourism, there are plenty of accommodation options in Egypt to suit all budget. The wide options include; Hotels, Camping, Resorts, Youth Hostels, Guest houses and so on.

Part of what makes Egypt one of the world’s great travel destinations is the pulsing and influential modern Arab state that throbs beneath the surface. Ultimately, the best of the country is understood not so much under the shadow of its great monuments, but in the call to prayer at sunset.

Turkey is the successor state to the Ottoman Empire. Turkey might be the world’s most contested country. Its landscape is dotted with battlegrounds, ruined castles and the palaces of great empires. Turkey has come to acquire increasing strategic significance. Since then, Turkey has become increasingly integrated with the West through membership in organizations such as the Council of Europe, NATO.

Climate
Turkey is situated in Anatolia and the Balkans, bordering the Black Sea. Turkey’s diverse regions have different climates. The Aegean and Mediterranean coasts have cool, rainy winters and hot, moderately dry summers. Annual precipitation in those areas varies from 580 to 1,300 millimeters, depending on location. Generally, rainfall is less to the east.

Transportation
When you travel to Turkey, keep this in mind: Turkey is big: 1700 km (1056 miles) from east to west if you travel by road, a trip of several days. To get around Turkey, there are two feasible options: road or air transportation. Ferries and railways are almost obsolete in Turkey. You can rent a car provided that you are used to driving in chaotic traffic.

Air Travel in Turkey
You can fly from Istanbul (west) to Erzurum (east) on Turkish Airlines (TK, THY) in about two hours for a one-way fare of as little as TL79 if you buy your ticket well in advance. Most other TK domestic flights cost between TL69 and YTL200.

Bus Transportation in Turkey
Bus is the main public transportation mean in Turkey. It is cheap and frequent. Some bus companies have very modern buses in their fleet, the comfort level varies greatly from one company to another. There are only a handful of companies in Turkey that would be comfortable for a Western traveler.

Railways
Unfortunately, Turkey’s economic policies of using highways as the main mode of transportation has resulted in lack of progress in Turkish Railways. Trains are mostly outdated and routes are limited.

Light Rail
After almost 30 years without any trams, Turkey is experiencing a revival in trams. Established in 1992, the tram system of Istanbul earned the best large-scale tram management award in 2005. Another award winning tram network belongs to Eskisehir, a city with a new tram system opened in 2004. Several other cities are planning or constructing tram lines, usually with modern low-floow trams.

Hotels in Istanbul
Dedeman Hotel
Grand Cevahir Hotel
Hyatt Regency
Ceylan Intercontinental
Eresin Crown Plaza
Hotel Taksim Plaza/point
Grand Star Hotel
Eresin Taksim Hotel
Taksim Hill
Grand Yavuz Hotel
Taksim Gonen Hotel
B.W Senator Hotel
Konak Hotel Taksim

Shimmering from the desert of Nevada, Las Vegas is the most dynamic, spectacular city on earth. Las Vegas is situated on the dry desert floor within Clark County. It is a well known major resort city for gambling, entertainment, dining and shopping.

CLIMATE
The city enjoys abundant sunshine year-round and has about an average of 300 sunshine days a year, with very little rainfall. The summer months of June through September are very hot and mostly dry while winters are of short duration and the season is generally mild. The mountains surrounding Las Vegas accumulate snow during the winter but snow is rare in the Las Vegas Valley itself.

TRANSPORTATION
There are two types of transportation, public transportation system which is known as RTC Transit. It provides bus service throughout Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas and other suburban areas of the valley. Another is intercity bus service which is to Las Vegas, provided by traditional intercity bus carriers including Greyhound, Green Tortoise and several Chinatown bus lines.

ATTRACTIONS
Las Vegas’ major attractions are its casinos. There are popular hotel casinos located on Las Vegas Boulevard, better known as Las Vegas Strip. There are number of these hotels having thousands of rooms with large adjoining casino areas. Casino hotels can also be found in the city’s downtown.
Apart from casinos there are number of attractions such as Fremont Street Experience. It is an exciting pedestrian promenade. One-of-a-kind light and sound show derived from over two million lights and 540,000 watts of concert-quality sound.
Other attractions include Theme Parks, Gallery of Fine Arts and much more.

ACCOMODATION
When it comes to accommodation, there is a wide range from Resorts & Hotels to Casino Resort; Non-Gaming hotels to Motels and also Inns. Be it budget or location, it is all available!

Just as Rome wasn’t built in a day, Caesars Palace on the Las Vegas Strip continues to reinvent itself and redefine luxury. The legendary casino suits the tastes of high-rollers, celebrities or anyone with cash to spend. In a private enclave off the casino floor is Las Vegas’ largest poker room, measuring 14,000 square feet.

From the moment guests pass the majestic fountain at the front of Caesars Palace, it is clear that all roads lead to Rome. The hotel has paved a solid legacy as a world-class destination for dining, gambling, shopping, service, entertainment and nightlife.

India is the largest country in Indian Subcontinent and shares borders with Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Indonesia. It is the seventh largest country in the world and second to China in population.
India is the land to travel to, a heaven of tourism delights. Tourists come to India for its wealth of sights, cultural exuberance, and diversity of terrain and much more, India is where people live with variety. Mud huts and mansions face off across city streets. Lurid luxury and limp living are inhabitants of the same lane. Covers geographical location as to where on map would one finds it. We will then brief you about the living standards there after transportation. After that one of the most famous attraction and Luxury train.

NATIONAL CARRIER AND INLAND TRANSPORTATION
The national carrier of India is Air India which operates between India and several other destinations on non-stop basis. For domestic journey there are other small carriers as well such as Jet Airways. Besides, one can also decide to take trains for city to city journey. It is the best option for tourists who love sight seeing.

ATTRACTIONS
One of the eight wonders of the world is located in India. Yes, it is no other than the Taj Mahal situated in Agra city. The Taj is the most beautiful monument built by the Mughals, the Muslim rulers of India. Taj Mahal is built entirely of white marble. Its stunning architectural beauty is beyond adequate description, particularly at dawn and sunset. The Taj seems to glow in the light of the full moon. On a foggy morning, the visitors experience the Taj as if suspended when viewed from across the Jamuna River.

LUXURY TRAIN
India has one of the famous luxury trains called Palace on Wheels. The Palace on wheels is rated as one of the top ten luxury train journeys in the world. It offers you a heart-rending trip to the splendid forts and palaces of Rajasthan. Also discover the royal history of Taj Mahal in Agra. On the Palace on Wheels your journey is full of enthusiasm and luxurious feeling. The train is completely self- sufficient and is fully air-conditioned, comprising of 14 deluxe saloons. Especially facilitated for you with all modern amenities of everyday life, you would find the royal past haunting you in the historical coaches. The two dining cars are decked up in true Rajasthani style and each saloon has personal attendants, khidmatgars, for your service. Step aboard for a journey into the past on a luxury train!

India is a one-stop destination for all! Be it tourists, shoppers, education, and the list goes on and on…

England is a country which is part of the United Kingdom. Its mainland territory occupies most of the southern two-thirds of the island of Great Britain. England is bordered by Scotland to the north, Wales to the west and the North Sea, Irish Sea, Celtic Sea, Bristol Channel and English Channel. The capital is London, the largest metropolitan area in Great Britain, and the largest urban zone in the European Union by many measures. Shortly describing the overview, climate & major rivers of England and some other facts which a tourist may take interest in considering while his/her visit such as transport, accommodation and attractions.

CLIMATE
England has a temperate climate, with plentiful rainfall all year round, although the seasons are quite variable in temperature. However, temperatures rarely fall below -5 °C (23 °F) or rise above 30 °C (86 °F). The prevailing wind is from the south-west, bringing mild and wet weather to England regularly from the Atlantic Ocean. It is driest in the east and warmest in the south, which is closest to the European mainland. Snowfall can occur in winter and early spring, although it is not that common away from high ground.

MAJOR RIVERS
England has a number of important rivers including the Seven (the longest river and largest river basin in Great Britain), Tees, Thames, Trent, Humber, Tyne, Wear, Ribble, Ouse, Mersey, Dee, Aire, Avon and Medway.

TRANSPORT
Most of the British National Rail network lies in England. Urban rail networks are also well developed in London and other cities, including the Manchester Metrolink and the London Underground.

ACCOMMODATION
Apart from hotels, there are many other accomodation options which allows visitors to suit according to their budget & comfort, such as Bed & Breakfast facilities, guest houses, self catering, camping, holiday camping & youth hostels.

ATTRACTIONS
London Bridge
Is a bridge between the City of London and Southwark in London, England, over the River Thames. Situated between Cannon Street Railway Bridge and Tower Bridge, it forms the western end of the Pool of London. On the south side of the bridge are Southwark Cathedral and London Bridge station; on the north side are the Monument to the Great Fire of London and Monument tube station.

British Airways London Eye
The world’s largest observation wheel offers a spectacular way to take in over 55 of London’s most famous landmarks in just 30 minutes.

Tower of London
One of the most famous fortified buildings in the world. The Tower has been a palace, prison, treasury, arsenal and even a zoo.

London Zoo
There’s something for everyone, from Asian lions to Sloth bears and the incredible ‘Animals in Action’ demonstration where our finest flying, leaping and climbing animals show off their skills. Set in the heart of London’s majestic Regent’s Park, London Zoo boasts not only a vast array of amazing animals, but also beautiful gardens, fine art and astounding architecture.