September 28, 2009 archive
Halal friendly travel and Hotels for Muslim travelers
Crecentrating is a guide to halal friendly travel for Muslim travelers. It has a wide range of information on Hotels, Airports and places to visit.
Since of late there has been an exponential increase in the demand for Halal friendly hotels and travel to suit the discerning Muslim travelers. We specialize in offering the most luxurious resorts and food that meet all the expectations that any Muslim traveler requires on a holiday. We also realize that these unique groups of travelers have specific needs which some resorts, hotels, restaurants maybe unable to accommodate and we understand that it is a hassle to try to organize a trip of this nature where all aspects are taking into account. Therefore Muslim travelers can eliminate the stress and hassle by using our website to plan the entire stay which understands and takes the specific requirements of Islam into account and make it easier to have a holiday which is halal.
Our website will make it simple for you to choose a hotel with filtering halal hotel results by requirement such as Salaath facilities, Halal Food facilities, Ramadan facilities, Guest bathroom and toilet facilities, .Recreational activities, family friendly services and facilities and Other Halal friendly hotel services.
We also provide halal friendly apartments with the same services for larger groups and for families ranging from ones who wish to have the home environment on their travels to those who requires super luxurious apartment style living on their travels abroad.
We help you travel to destinations in Asia, Middle East and Europe. All details are available on our website and booking and reservations can also be done with the ease of using www.crescentrating.com . We take pride in offering you a selection of finest accommodations which are Halal friendly all over the world.
We are proud to say that we have dedicated ourselves to assist the Muslim traveler to have a much more luxurious, comfortable and enjoyable stay overseas wherever it may be. We also have a feedback forum which will enable you to talk with other travelers, get their opinions and interesting facts which could help make your stay better. Also, you will be in a position to share your views with other travelers or to get any help or assistance.
The website also provides other details such as prayer times, the weather overseas, things to do and a lot more facilities which will in turn make your stay far better and more enjoyable. And with a extremely user friendly and efficient interface using special feature such as currency converters, icons, and other assisting features it makes Cresentratings the most convenient method for the making plans for a memorable stay for the Muslim traveler.
Real Life Adventure is Not Limited to Exotic Places
When I was a teenager, I thought that adventure was going to places like Fez, Chiapas or Vancouver Island. Well, I went to those places and had adventure but over the years I learned that going thousands of miles from home to a completely alien culture and language is not the only route to adventure.
Before I was 20 I was a veteran world traveler that pushed the limits of adventure and was ready for more. But it occurred to me even back then there was a fly in this ointment. It had to do with anecdotal evidence or what I observed in the ‘real’ world. Adventure wasn’t as simple as buying a ticket and going somewhere.
Many people I met would go to exotic places and not be effected at all. Part of this was their means of travel and accommodations and another part their mindset. It goes something like this: ‘by golly we are going to see and do but let’s not let down our hair lest we interact in ways that are not culturally comfortable for us.’ Summary: we gonna travel but we ain’t gonna experience.
Consequently I met world travelers that were no more world wise than my neighbor across the street that never leaves the county.
But, hey, don’t be surprised if you find out you started a tad late. 20 years after I took those youthful trips I took another trip. The wife and son spent the summer down at the farm in Veracruz but I had to stay in California to work. During that span I took off ten days to drive up to Canada. It was the first trip I had taken by myself in 20 years.
But it wasn’t the same. I never hitchhiked. I had a car and not a motorcycle. I had a credit card and not just some tightly budgeted cash. I stayed in a hotel and did not once sleep on the ground or beach or someone’s kitchen floor. I even came back before my 10 days was up. On every other trip I had ever taken I was always late getting back home. The reality was I just wasn’t the same person I was 20 years before.
If you are young, do your adventuring as soon as you can. Don’t listen to those that say all you should be doing is studying and working. There will be plenty of time for that but adventure is a fragile thing and not something you can postpone forever. Over time it can be lost.
In fact if you are lucky like I was you will meet people that will tell you how much they regret not adventuring more when they were young. Now, many middle aged men my age have become obsessed with trying to find adventure before they die. They went from college to corporation and finally in their late fifties and early sixties can adventure and do what they want. Good luck. If they had done their adventuring when they were younger they wouldn’t be so ornery and stubborn and angry and frustrated. Tough attitude to start out with on an adventure…
But I also met folks that were having fantastic adventures while never leaving their communities. So much for adventure being only found in exotic places. I met many different types of people for whom each day was an adventure. If their day was anything but adventurous, they made it adventurous. They could have boring jobs and live in boring communities and have boring families but they were always so excited about life and adventure that they could hardly stand it.
What they do is create and customize their own adventure and become engaged by it. For them every minute is sheer joy at celebrating being alive. They are too busy being grateful to complain. They are too busy being humbled to be presumptuous. They understand that the greatest gift a human can extend is friendship and the here and now is nature’s greatest gift. What me worry?
I came to understand being engaged one hot Moroccan night in Rabat as I lay awake drenched in sweat on my hotel bed. I had been to the interior and gotten a most nasty case of amoebic dysentery; diarrhea, fevers, shakes and all.
I did not worry that I was a teenager with little money and very sick in a strange country so very far from home. In fact I did not worry at all. I knew I would be fine. I would survive this ordeal and anything else in the future.
And I did. I continued a life of one adventure after another. I had arrived. I was engaged.
Online Hotel Bookings, Kenya Travel, Africa Travel, Africa Hotels and Lodge, Wildlife Lodges, Camping Hotels and Lodges
One of the limitations of traveling to Africa is the slow pace with which its travel industry has in embracing the use of technology. Many would be travels today are more comfortable on making a payment by use of a credit card for the following reasons
1. At the top of the list is the fact that i can pay for it now look for the money and 30 days later refund the credit card company.
2. It is less cumbersome as traditional methods of payment require one to go the bank and transfer the money while a credit card payment can be done from my home or desk-top
3.It is thus much easier and faster to finalise the transaction.
4. I can then say it cost less in terms of time and money as opposed to traditional ways since you do not have to queue at the bank, burn fuel to get there and then make phone call follow-ups.
5. Credit card payment is today a much safer way of transacting since a third party ‘the merchant’s involved. It is for this reason that a number of African organisations are quickly taking up this idea of enabling credit card processing on their website and acquire a competitive edge against those who have not yet done the same.
A few websites in Kenya, Egypt and South Africa are already offering holiday makers an easier way of booking their accommodation and saving time spend calling hotels and agents to get bookings.
What to Expect From Thailand Travel and Hotels
Looking for a relaxing yet adventure-filled vacation? Even before the Leonardo DiCaprio starrer, The Beach, brought controversy – and media mileage to this mystical yet modern country in the east, Thailand has long been a favorite among tourists – especially backpackers who want to experience a holiday to remember.
For first-timers in Thailand, it is highly recommended to stay in the country’s capital, Bangkok for at least three days. In spite of the many high-rise buildings and posh malls, Bangkok has certainly not lost its Eastern charm as you are reminded of the Thais rich culture every place you go – through the many temples, the delectable food, and the people’s warm hospitality. It is also good to note that holidaying in Thailand – no matter which Thai city you choose to stay in, is actually very cheap.
So let’s start with the basics of planning the ultimate Thailand holiday. First things first, you will need to find a clean, reputable – and affordable Thailand hotel. If you’re a first timer at this country, you will be surprised by how many Thailand hotels there are. From the super posh to the dirt cheap hotels frequented by backpackers, there certainly are a lot of choices when it comes to a suitable Thailand hotel for all your needs and preferences.
For those who want budget-friendly Thailand hotels that are right smack in the center of Bangkok city, the Pratunam or the Pathumwan area is the place to go. A lot of vacationing families and Asian tourists abound in this area so expect everything to be very touristy. The good thing about the Thailand hotels available in this area though is that majority of the major shopping destinations are easily within reach here. Some of the must-sees are: the popular MBK mall, the uber posh Siam Paragon and the trendy Platinum mall, which is just a few steps away from the very crowded, Pratunam market. The Platinum mall and the Pratunam market are both highly recommended by those who frequent Bangkok, you can get trendy and fashionable items for a much cheaper price compared to tourist traps like the Suan Lum Market. Just don’t forget to haggle and if you can, buy in bulk.
But back to the hotels, if you have a budget for just a 3-star hotel, expect most of Thailand hotels under this category to be fairly decent. Usually with outdated furnishings and fairly clean rooms, 3-star Thailand hotels are still able to make up for these through the great prices that they are offering as well as for the free hotel breakfast for each day of your stay. So load up on the yummy treats that will be on offer and you will surely be able to save a bit since you won’t be go around Thailand on an empty stomach.
Of course, as an added service – and a great way to earn extra, Thailand hotels also offer great sightseeing tours for their guests. If you’re not that stingy, you will find the prices for these tours to be fairly decent. Expect these tour packages to include a visit to the Grand Palace; the nearby Wat Pho where you will find the world famous, Temple of Reclining Buddha; a tour of the Floating Market where you can sample cheap and yummy Thai delicacies; and a chance to ride an elephant at the nature trek.
Other things that are pretty common services and facilities with Thailand hotels are a decent internet connection – usually available at the hotel lobby, a laundry service, and hotel pick up service. If you are interested to find out more about places to stay whether in Bangkok or other cities in Thailand, just check out the Internet for more.
Overview of Indian Culture and Travel Places, Hotels Information
Culture of India:
Indian Marriages-Indian marriage is unmoving taken as an organization where not two people but two families get united. So, it always calls for active celebrations full of music and dance. With in India, every social group and the people has its own way of performing the rituals of matrimony. In Hindu marriages, while Punjabis perform the ‘Roka’ ceremony in weddings, Sindhis perform the ‘Berana’. But most common of all is the ritual of Hast Milap ceremony popularly called Paanigrahan Sanskar.Indian Dresses-Beauty of Indian women lies in the clothes she wears. Very traditional and cultural yet modern Indian Saris are famous in world. It is worn with a blouse that covers the upper part of the body. In rural parts a version of sari, called ghagara -choli is very popular. Choli is like a blouse that covers the upper part of the body and ghagara is like a long Skirt.
About India:
India is one of the countries in the world, today, in which the religious structures, which define the nation’s identity, are intact for over 4000 years. There is possibly no other country where religion is so inextricably intertwined with every aspect of life. India was the birth place of the two of the world’s great religion Hinduism and Buddhism and one of its smallest (Jainism). India’s first major societies flourish for 1000 years from around 2500 BC along the Indus River valley. The genesis of Hinduism can be traced all the way back to this early culture.
Travel Destination of India
The country’s incredible topographical variations is its cultural range, the result of the coexistence of a number of religion as well as local traditions. The towering temples of South easily identified by their ornate sculptured surfaces, are associated with a great many crafts and performing arts of the region.
Ayurveda Tours in India
Ayurveda aims at uprooting the main reason of the disease and its life time cure through a proper disciplined and diet lifestyle. Ayurveda, an ancient discipline of medical sciences, evolved in India during Vedic time. The busy and mechanical lifestyles of the people nowadays have increased the popularity of Ayurveda India Tours as one of the theme travel India Tours. This in turn has Shooted up the graph of tourists coming for the Ayurveda Tours in India.
Hotels in India
Some five Star hotels in mumbai- Hotel Marine Plaza, Hotel Sahara Star, Sea Side Hotel Pvt. Ltd , Oberoi Hotel, Hotel Taj Lands End. Some five star hotel booking in Delhi- The Grand New Delhi, Radisson Hotel, Hyatt Regency, The Maurya, The Park. Online Hotel Reservations in Jaipur-rambagh palace hotel, hotel clarks amer, hotel jaipur palace, jai mahal palace,bissau palace.
Madhya Pradesh India Tour
MP (Madhya Pradesh) located in the center of India, has lot of tourist destinations in MP. The formation of state was not based on any language; rather it is a geographically identifiable state. Madhya Pradesh is full of naturally beautiful sites including Bhimbetka Caves, Sanchi Stupa, Khajuraho , Forts of Gwalior, bhoapl, Indore and Mandu and also Datia. Madhya Pradesh offers the visitors a number of tourist Places. Ujjain, Gwalior ,Indore, Jabalpur, Guna and capital city of Bhopal are some major cities of the state.Some popular air port in Madhya Pradesh are Raja Bhoj International Airport Bhopal, Gwalior Airport, Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport Indore, Civil Airport Khajuraho.