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Arab Emirates
Passengers of the national airline Emirates can acquire on the aircrafts magnetic papers
(in cuts of two and eight minutes) in order to phone and to send fax during the
flight. 3/99
Arab Emirates
In Dubai has been inaugurated an underground museum. Aircon and rich of
testimonies of the local culture and of the local flora and the fauna. 4/99
Argentina
It has been opened in Buenos Aires the " Library of the memories
". A documentation very important on the efforts of the mothers of the Plaza
de Mayo. The library is located in the faculty of philosophy of the University of Buenos
Aires in the Puan Str.. -07,00-
Australia
Between Perth and Freemantle there is now a daily ferry. It is also possible to
carry a bicycle, an good alternative to the car! -07,00-
Australia
Melbourne. In the city there is now a " Greeter Service ".
This service offers the opportunity to visit the city accompanied by a local person. They
are not official guides but friendly people thet offer this service free of charge. 25
languages are represented - 7.99
Australia
VIP Backpacker Discount Card is denominated an australian saving card.
The card allows to benefit of various price reductions and facilitations for hotels,
transports, car renting, etc. The validity is one year and the cost approximately 20 USD.
Information: www.backpacker.ch -3.99
Australia
Effective July 1. 1998, a new fee for term visas has been set: SFr. 50
for six months plus SFr. 40 for administrative costs (Australian Immigration and Trade
Services) -10.99-
Bahamas
New ferry service from West Palm Beach (Florida) to Freeport (Grand
Bahama). The 120 km are covered in 99 minutes; the first boat leaves from Florida
at 9 am, the last one returns at 8.30 pm. The cost for the round-trip is 124 USD. - 04,00-
Belize
Every morning a minibus covers the way between Belize City and Flores in
Guatemala, where the Mayan ruins of Tikal are situated. Local peoples are not informed of
this connection that leave at 10.00 close to the Marine, opposite the Post Office.
Duration of the distance 1.30 hours, cost 3.5 USD. - 10.99-
Birmania (Myanmar)
Now it is possible to enter again the country from Thailand. The
border places of Mae Sai-Tachilek, Mae Sot-Myawaddy and Ranong-Kawthaung as also the Three
Pass Pagoda near Sangkhlaburi has benn reopened. 04,00-
Brazil
Crime against tourists is diminished in last the 2 years of 20%. The improvement follows
the introduction of a special police for the tourists (beach, etc.) -
3/99
Brunei
Taxis to the airport are very expensive. But now there is an alternative: the violet taxis
of City Transport Service (CTS). The service is offered from 6 am to 10 pm. -
3/99
Bhutan
The Kingdom of the Bhutan has decided to allow the television on its
territory. The first transmission was the 2. of June 1999, in the occasion of the 25.
anniversary of king Jigme Singye Wangchuck. -7.99
Cambodia
Visitors of the Angkor Temple need now a photo in order to avoid
the abuse and the swindles with entrance tickets. -07,00-
Cambodia
In Phnom Penh there is a new taxi service: Vantha Taxi. The cars
are equipped with taximeter; the first two km cost 3500 Riiel, than 500 Riel per km. In
the evening it is assured a bodyguard in the taxi. -12.99-
Canada
Smoking is not banned in all public places in the Province of British
Columbia. It has been banned in bars, restaurants and most other buildings, but certainly
not in public places such as parks. -03.02-
The longest path of the world has been inaugurated in Canada. With its
15'000 km the "Trans Canada Rail " connects the Atlantic (St Johns) with the
Pacific (Vancouver) and it is at disposition of hikers, bikers, horse and skiers
excursionists. -11,00-
China
The 12th and 13th tower of the old wall of Simatai, approximately 20 km
north-east of Beijing, have been recently opened to the tourists, this part of the wall is
one of the most impressive. -12,00-
The city of Kunming (southwest) has been transformed. In occasion of the
Garden Exposition the town has become an authentic park and also the traffic is no
more chaotic. -7,99
China / Japan
There is now a ferry which travels the Shanghai/Nakasaki
route. It cost much less than flying and there are students rate. It takes approximatively
1 1/2 days for the journey.
Cuba
Since the 1. of January Swiss tuorists need a " tourist paper " for
Cuba. It costs 40 SFR. The information is from the Cuban embassy in Bern. -. 3/99
Egypt
A new museum is in preparation close to the plane of Giza, approximately
15 km from the old museum of Kairo. It is situated in front of the sfinx and the three
pyramids of Cheope, Chefren and Micerino. Tutankhamon and olther historic monarchs will be
moved into it. -05,00-
After 7 years the Sfinx is completely restored. Before oher diggings will
recommence it is now the ideal time to visit the place. -12.99-
Cairo: internet bars are located in the Nile Hilton (Black Corner)
and in the Maadi Grand Mall in the south of the city. The computers are good, the
telephone lines not. 4/99
Prices of the trains are doubled! In Cairo it is
practically impossible to buy a ticket in the station. Hotels has a monopoly of the
tickets sell. No more student rates. - 4/99
England
Since september 1998 there is a new airport service between Kings Cross
and Bedford. It is therefore possible to reach the airport of Luton in 30 minutes instead
of the previous 45 minutes.
France
Good news for the smokers flying with Air France. The company has
allocated space for smokers on some no smoking flights: the cabin "Air
pur". A bar area in business class and an area in economy, both in a position
to accommodate from 5 to 10 persons and equipped with special powerful special exhaust
fans and ash tray.
Germany
Lufthansa is 40 years old and every first thursday of the month on the website puts to the
auction tickets for various destinations - 6,99
Ghana
The country has a new national park: Kyabobo-Range-Nationalpark. It is
situated in the nord close to the border with Togo and the Fazao-Mafacassa-Nationalpark.
To go there you have to reach Nkwanta, passing for the south - Hohoe (4-5 hours). The
tourist infrastructure is still not ready, but you will experience a genuine stay.
Greece
Athens has now a new metropolitan. The infrastructure is very modern and
will facilitate the movements in the Greek Capital, as also it will contribute to the
reduction of the pollution. -2,00-
Guatemala
Guatemala's newest tourist attraction has the romance of steam rail,
great scenery viewed from vintage passenger coaches and a fascinating history. During the
approximately 4 1/2 hour round
trip journey it will meander from Guatemala City across the
continental divide of the Sierra Madres, through numerous
canyons ("barrancas"), across breathtaking trestles and "photo
op" switchbacks to Agua Caliente & Sanarate, Department of El
Progresso. -12.00-
Guatemala (Honduras)
In Guatemala and Honduras the police has been reorganized and it seems to
make now a good job. Crime is in strong lessening. The same is happening in Nicaragua
-7.99
Honduras
The country seems to have recovered part of the serious damages caused
from the hurricane Mitch and many of its infrastructures have been reconstructed
as well as various ways of communication. -02,00-
Hongkong
The most exceptional panoramic sliding scale transports the
visitors of the Ocean Park to Hongkong. Its length is 227 m and allows to see the China
see and The Iisland Ap Lei Cahu. -02,00-
Kenia
The market in the center of Nairobi does no more exist. A place of still
genuine commerce desappeared and approximately 300 families have lost their source of
subsistence. Behind this act are commercial and religious interests. 4-99
India (Andamane)
The Andamane islands can now be visited without special permission. At
arrival you can get a valid document for thirty days.
India
Its all madness about the flood in Orissa. For tourist its absolute safe,
dont be misguded by wrong media news. Sanjay. -08.01-
In New Delhi a guesthouse for women only has
recently opened. It is situated on the south side of the city, a calm and safe zone and
the cost per person is inferior to 10 USD. Information: NAARI, B1 / / Vishal Bhawan, 95
Nehru Place, New Dehli 110019, India.
Indonesia (Bali)
A special tourist police has been instituted on the island in order to
help the tourism in crisis because of the news of political and economic problems of the
country. The tourist police will patrol the roads and the beaches. -07.00-
Iran
Back from Iran at the beginning of October we advise that in Ispahan the Zayandeh
River, before an oasis with abundant waters, is practically dry because of the
lack of rain. Isphan is also known for its famous bridge with 33 arches over the
Zayandeh River, now it is only a memory. Annamaria. - 11.00-
Italy - Switzerland
New daily (4 times) bus service from Milano Airport Malpensa to Switzerland
(Malpensa-Chiasso-Lugano). Cost: 20 USD. Hugo - 5.99
Italy
Now you have the possibility to travel to the main attractions of Rome by bus
(n. 110). It starts in Piazza dei Cinquecento at 10.30, 14.00, 15.00, 17.00 and 18,00. The
cost of the ticket is Lit. 15' 000 (agency ATAC). - 9.99 -
Italy
Internet site http://www.provincia.grosseto.it/turismo
is activated, you will find information of all farms offering rural, hotels, campings
accomodation end museum, natural parks in "Maremma" Tuscany. E
mail urp@provincia.grosseto.it -5.99
Japan
Sumo wrestling matches, the traditional Japanese sport, are now more
accessible. Perhaps because of the difficult economic situation it is relatively easier to
find tickets. The cost for seats in the back rows is approximately 20 dollars.
Jordany / Syria
The train of the legendary Hedjaz Railway Line has been restored and
it is now more comfortable. It transports the passengers from Amman to Damasco in 11
hours, three times weekly with stop in Rusaifeh, Zarkah, Kirbet, Samrah, Makraq and Dara.
-05,00-
Jordan
Persons with a student pass can visit Petra free of charge, requesting
permission from the ministry of antiquities (ministry of tourism) in Amman.
Laos
Shortage of Kip, the local currency, and the payments are in in USD or Thai Bath.
The black market reappeared. Claudio. - 10.99-
Laos
Now it is possible to obtain the entry visa at the airport of Luang
Phrabang, beyond at the airport of Vientiane and at the bridge of Nong Khai.
Claudio. -10.99-
Madagascar
At the international airport of Ivato there is no longer the feared
controls of currency and even customs formalities seem to be faster. In compensation
the black market is healthy more than ever.
The famous market Zoma in Antananarivo it is divided in fields and
distributed in several points of the city. There are therefore 2 markets for handicraft,
one for flowers and one for food. -02,00-
Malaysia
In Kuala Lumpur has been instituted a comfortable bus service from and for the
airport. One way 10 RM. The bus is equipped with aircon. Licia. -03,00-
For BA flights it is no more necessary to reconfirm
the departure from Kuala Lumpur and there is non more airport tax. Licia. -03,00-
In the malese state of the Kelantan, strongly Muslim, it has been
decided that in future the swimming pools and bathing centers will be
separated by sex.
Myanmar (Birmania)
In order to promote the tourism, 9 border stations between Birmania and Thailand
have been opened. Some of these: Sittwe, Myttkyina, Pathein and Chaugtha Beach. -7.99
Myammar (Birmania)
From this year there is now one new airline: Yangon Airways. It
practically assures the same connections of Air Mandalay but the costs are inferior by
10-15%.
Namibia
The road from Victoria Falls to Kalambeza (Botswana) and therefore to Katima
Mulilo (Namibia) is now complete and very good. -4.99-
Nepal
The Trekking Permit for three of the most visited regions in no
more necessary: the ways in the Langtang, for Monte Everest and the the round way of
Annapurna. -12.99-
Nepal
You can easy obtain the tourist visa at arrival to the airport
of Katmandu. Two photos and 30USD are necessary (cash!) for a stay permission of 60 days.
-12,99-
New Zealand
A governmental program promises lodging in exchange for work (4 hours
every day of aid on one small farm). A good way to get to know local habits. Information:
Farm Helpers in New Zealand, P.O. Box 99, Woodville, NZ 5473.
Norway
On the 8 Oktober 1998 a new and modern airport has been opened in
Oslo. It is 47 km from Oslo and is open 24 hours a day. It is connected, in only
19 minutes to the city center by express trains, departure every 10 minutes.
Philippines / Malaysia
New ferry from Sandakan (Sabah, East Malaysia) to Zamboanga (Philippines).
The service is faster than hte previous (8 hours). Price: from 100 to 150 RM. - 7.99
Portugal
" Toll free line of support for tourists ": Portuguese, but
available in 4 languages (English, French, Spanish and Portuguese). It is available from 9
am to 8 pm every day (Saturdays until 12 pm). Free telephone service with information on
museums, restaurants, lodges, monuments, transports, hospitals and police stations:
08000-296296
Singapore
The bus number 16 does not lead any more to the airport, but number 36. Moreover there is now
a special transport to the airport from the center of the city; the cost is 5 USD
-12.99-
Spain
A museum dedicated to the ancient paintings of the coves of Altamira has
been opened to the public in Satillana del Mar in the Cantabria province. The
reproductions proposed in an evocative atmosphere are practically identical to those
originals. Such perfection of reproduction has only few equal ones in the world. -04.00-
Formentera. The 1. of June a new Diving Center has been opened. Located
at Porto Porto de La Savina the Center is very well equipped.
Switzerland
In La Chaux-de-Fonds has been opened a museum dedicated to the watch art.
Promoter is one of the most ancient house that producing clocks: the Girard-Perregaux. The
museum is situated in the Villa Daisies in Place Girardet, in the center. -12,99
Swiss Backpacker News is the name of the newspaper dedicated to those people
travelling to Switzerland on a little budget. Information: Swiss Tourist Office or by
Intenrnet. - 2/99
Taiwan
From this year an efficient bus service is in service with
stops for all main destinations. The departure point is a station near Chungli, where
buses from and for Taipei also stops. The tickets can be acquired upon arrival at the
airport CSK.
Tanzania
The last time a train traveled between Moschi and Dar el Salaam was in August 1997.
Thailand
Bangkok. At the end of last year it was inaugurated the "Skytrain".
The line suspended over Bangkok not only offers the possibility to avoid the city chaotic
traffic, but also to enjoy a sure evocative panorama. -08.00-
Thailand
The northern region of Thailand along the Birmano border, between Tha Ton
and Mae Sai, is currently off limits, due to a traffic of amphetamine
operated by the Wa army towards Thailand. The thai government has decided to close smaller
border towards Birmania. The traffic is being moved towards east, through the Laos, always
in direction of Thailand. We expect that next there will be restrictions also in the
north-western region of the Laos. Claudio. -8.99-
Thailand
For the flights to Europe there is now an airport departure tax of 500 B.
From 1. May the prices for local flights are up 13,5%. -7,99
Thailand
The board of Aranyaprathet between Thailand and Cambodja has been
reopened also for tourists. Every Wednesday and Saturdays there is a transports with
departure from Bangkok (11 hours) accompanied by security staff. The cost until Angkor is
approximately 80 USD. -3/99
Thailand
From the center of Bangkok to the airport there is one new possibility of
transport apart from limousines and taxis. Aircon buses leave every fifteen
minutes covering three different ways from the BMTA. The directions: A1 Silom, A2 Sanan
Luang, A3 Phra Khanong.
Thailand
There are many new ferries to the islands of the Gulf of Thailand. For
example, every days, 3 departures from Surat Thani in direction of Ko Pha Ngan, 1 every
day towards Ko Samui, Ko Tao and Chumphon.
USA (New York)
In New York there is a "Metro Card".
A magnetic card that allows to travel on metro and buses. Ideal for the excursions.
The card is sold in all the stations. -7,99
New Visitors Center in New York. You can find tickets for shows and tours,
international video, newspapers and access to Internet. Address: 1560 Broadway, East side
of B'way, between 46th and 47th Street, close to McDonalds. - 2/99
USA
Also Tower Air has cancelled the smoker flights. Consequently now all the
americans airlines are no smoking for the national as well for the international flights.
-7.99
The Yosemite National Park in California will be closed automobile
traffic in 2001. Shuttlebuses will be available to take you to and from the lodges.
It is possible to pay or to withdraw cash with your EC card also outside
Europe. The network is in continuous expansion but still relatively small. However in the
USA there are already approximately 660' 000 stores that accept EC cards, but in Hongkong
only 16.
New high speed ferry Fort Myers-Key West in Florida. Three hours, return
fee 110 USD.
Old school buses have been recycle and constitute a good alternative to
the camper. They are furnished and they offer space to 5-8 persons. Currently the cost for
week rent is approximately 1000 USD. Info: Basis Service Group.
USA (Montana)
Montana till today did not have speed limits on the roads. Now it has introduced a
maximum speed of 70 and 75 miles. The cause: an increasing number of incidents -
9,99-
Vietnam
Currently in Vietnam it is very easy to send in Email and to use Internet
nearly in all cities and it is very cheep. Dario. -07,00-
Zambia
Shortly has been opened the National Museum near Kamwalla (over
Independence Avenue). Local art, paintings, sculptures, typical scenes of the villages and
working tools can be seen there. -7,99
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