While roughly 95% of the Thai people are practitioners of Theravada Buddhism, the official religion of Thailand, religious tolerance is both customary in Thailand and protected by the constitution. By its very nature however, Buddhism, which is based on the teachings of the Buddha, “the enlightened one” (nee Siddhartha Gautama), is a compassionate and tolerant religion, the aim of which is the alleviation of suffering. Consequently, Thai people are very respectful of the religious beliefs of others and are very open toward discussing their Buddhist values with visitors. In fact, there are many opportunities in Thailand to visit Buddhist temples to learn about or study Buddhism and perhaps to learn to meditate.

Wish you could exchange your wedding vows amidst a rich coral island? Dreaming of a romantic honeymoon atop an atoll that promises memories that you will cherish a lifetime? Looking for a perfect family beach holiday destination?Maldives has it all. Holidays at a Maldives resort promises you clear blue skies, turquoise clear waters perfect for scuba diving, amazing water sports, sunbathing and snorkeling, vast white sandy beaches ideal for walkers. Laze away leisurely in an oasis of peace and tranquility far away from the rigmaroles of life on Maldives Island.

Turkey is predominately an Islamic country with democratic government and pluralist parliamentary system. Cultural heritage of Turkey dates back to Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Tourists to Turkey can experience exceptional friendliness and hospitality from Turkish people.

Turkey can be accessed by air, road, sea and train. There are various options available for internal transport within turkey. Private agencies offer comfortable, affordable intercity buses. Rental cars are available which could be hired with the drivers.

Bermuda, the name conjures up images of wonderful beaches, lazy holidays and world class cruises. Bermuda, with its pleasant weather and lush vegetation, comprises nearly 180 islands in the Atlantic Ocean. Bermuda boasts of pink sandy beaches and dazzling turquoise waves. A Bermuda cruise is a wonderful way to experience this exotic locale. Find out how you can plan a Bermuda holiday.

Canada is not just Niagara Falls and the Rocky Mountains. There is much more. Ottawa, the capital city of Canada has a unique combination of attractions to tourists with diverse interests. Besides its beautiful natural setting of acres of forests, spectacular waterfalls, pristine beaches, green mountains, beautiful parks and pathways, there is dance, sports, music, museums and galleries, heritage sites, cultural activities and world-class shopping centers.

Read further and check out the many exciting possibilities that await you on your vacation to Ottawa. Gather information about Ottawa, its attractions and choose Ottawa vacation package. There are varied deals that address different interests of Ottawa vacationers. Ottawa vacation package for nature lovers, Ottawa vacation package for the active people who love outdoor activities, for singles, couples and family- there are customized vacation packages and also those that are tailor-made.

Bushbabies Monkey Sanctuary is about an hour’s drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria. Set within the low mountains of the Magaliesberg range, the sanctuary offers a free-roaming forested home to primates that used to be personal pets, or that used to live in zoos or other places of captivity.

If exploring nature without ruining its natural beauty and conserving the environment is your passion along with improving the lives of local people, you could visit protected places earmarked as ecotourism sites. Enjoy canopy walking to conservation, animal rehabilitation adventure and rich wildlife - ecotourism holidays could help you do this and much more ...

Ecotourism is all about nature, wildlife and culture. It is for the Eco conscious traveler to experience the world of glory while looking at the environment. Hike in New Zealand or shoot down its rapids in a kayak. Volunteer to help build wells and bring clean drinking water to the inaccessible rural communities in remotest Africa. Or simply indulge in a well-planned holiday that should have a minimum negative impact on the natural environment.

Galapagos Islands are the only place on earth where animals, birds and reptiles do not fear humans. Animals here are very friendly and accept humans as a part of their environs. Charles Darwin was spellbound by these islands and with the life forms that survived within the restricted area of these islands. The Galapagos Islands are located on one of the most active volcanic regions of the earth, the Nazca Plate. They are also popular as the 'laboratory of evolution' because it is home to unique species of plants and animals that have displayed continuous evolutionary changes. These islands have remained the focal point of fascination for researchers and tourists alike.

An odd-looking pear-shaped with a thin top, Colombia is perhaps the only country in South America whose beaches are lapped by both the Atlantic and the Pacific. Colombia borders Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador and the Panama.

Wedged between Venezuela to the east, Brazil to the south, and the Caribbean to the north, it is cut across by the Andes mountain chain running across the American continent. The diverse geography divides its territory into five broad regions, the Amazonian, Andean, Atlantic, Orinoquian and the Pacific.

Colombia is incredibly diverse in its climate ranging from rainforests to snow covered peaks, to deserts, flatlands, forests and several others.

'There is no island that is more beautiful in the world' exclaimed Christopher Columbus, when he arrived on the Dominican Republic in 1492. A paradise to discover, Dominican Republic boasts of golden sandy beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters and mysterious lush valleys, whispering majestic tall mountains and above all, wonderful and friendly people.

Lying in the same waters as Cuba and Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic takes up the eastern two thirds of the island it shares with Haiti. A vacation to the Dominican Republic promises to be a mix of caves with lush interiors, with the lore of pirates and Victorian gingerbread houses, and a 900 miles coastline!