Georgian Bay Cruise

Georgian Bay has just been designated by the United Nations as a unique biosphere reserve. Located in Ontario, Canada, you can cruise its around 30,000 islands through the Island Queen that departs from Parry Sound, Ontario. There are 2 cruises every day in the summer for two or three hours. We took the three-hour wilderness cruise to have a good view of the vast unique biosphere that is Georgian Bay and enjoyed it so much.

Bring this tote with you for the cruise.

How to Have a Grand Beach Vacation

We all look forward to summer vacation. Just the mere thought of weeks without meeting deadlines and overtime work can already give one a feeling of being on cloud nine.

Nothing is more refreshing and exciting than spending vacation amidst crystal clear waters, cool sea breeze, and exotic food. So how can you have a grand beach vacation? Here are some useful and practical tips to help you out.

• Surf the web
The internet is the best place to start. Most resorts advertise their services in the web.

Surf and look for resorts which interest you and visit their sites. The websites can provide you with any information about the resort and give you a bird's eye view of what they offer including amenities, transportation, hotel rates, recreation, and tourist destinations. Furthermore, you can also avail of promos and other great deals from the resorts.

• Try something different

Do you always spend your vacation in the same place? Are you bored with the usual

places you go to? Well, now is the best time to try something different. Summer opens opportunities for people to travel far and wide. Go somewhere else and discover the wonders of other local destinations or visit beaches in other countries. Aside from the shift in the environment, you can also meet new friends and be exposed to a different culture. By doing so, you can add more spice to your vacation.

• Plan with your friends
Summer is the best time to bond with your friends. By planning your beach

vacation together, you can agree on a place to go, hotel to stay in, activities to do, and get major savings. Avail of group packages and have fun together without damaging your pockets.

• Spend a vacation with your family
Tighten family ties this summer vacation by spending a few days with your

family at a beach resort. Go swimming or snorkelling together with your kin. Have a beach barbecue or a campfire and party the night away with people who love you the most.

• Go on a cruise

Haven't tried it yet? Well, this time indulge yourself on a cruise for a few

days. Although you have to pay more than usual, the benefits are great. There's no need to worry about hotel reservations or transportation. Plus, you get to meet other people and visit places you've never been to. In addition, you have more sufficient time to relax and enjoy your vacation.

We are living in a fast paced world we often neglect our body's cry for rest. Summer is fast approaching and with weeks of free time on your hands, treat your mind and body by spending your vacation at the beach. Rejuvenate yourself by being close to nature and having a wonderful time as well.

There are many beaches to choose from. If you want to have a grand beach

vacation, now is the time to start planning and looking for possible destinations. Surf the web, go somewhere else, try something different and plan with your friends or family for memorable grand beach vacation.

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By Stephanie Prevendido

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The Bridge of the River Kwai

Spanning the Kwae Yai River, this iconic railway was built by Allied prisoners of war during World War II. Started in 1942, this 415 kilometers long bridge from Rachaburi to Myanmar claimed over 100,000 prisoners dying during its construction. A Commonwealth Graves Commission maintained cemetery close to the bridge now honors the bravery and sacrifice of these prisoners. It is worth a visit when your are in Thailand. It is located in Kanchanaburi Province of Thailand, about two and a half hours ride from Bangkok.

Bon Om Tuk in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Today, Phnom Penh is busy preparing to celebrate tomorrow's festival, Bon Om Tuk, ow Water Festival. The performers are busy practicing in the different temporary theaters set up in the parks in the city. But the most famous of the performances is the boat race on the Tonle Sap River. Boats from the different provinces come to join the race. Each team goes on its own rythmn with the lead guy in the boat conducting with his hand or with a drum or with his paddle. It is very colorful and offers a great spectacle to both locals and tourists.


This festival is celebrated on the occasion of the Tonle Sap River turning its course. It is also to commemorate the victory of Jayavarman VII over the Chams who invaded the Khmer Kingdom. As well, it is to celebrate the end of the monsoons and the beginning of the fishing season.

The Sisowath Riverside is the best venue to view the race. There are many restaurants with second or third floors to give you a good view. For some of us, the Foreign Correspondents' Club or the FCC as it is known in Phnom Penh is the best place to get a really good view of the celebration.

White Rose Restaurant, Battambang, Cambodia

When you go around Cambodia, most likely, you will go through Battambang Province, a bustling province close to the Thai border. 

It is famous for its sweet oranges around September and October as well as its unique Cambodian cuisine. To try this, go to White Rose Restaurant. It is right at a strategic corner of the big market and shopping area. As you go to the restaurant, you will see the tables always full of both foreigners and locals. 

You must try the coconut smoothie made from a very milky coconut that only grows in that province. You can also buy this coconut from the restaurant to bring home with you, keep very cold in the fridge to be enjoyed in your own home made smoothie. 

They also make other types of smoothies from a variety of local fruits ranging from papaya, to honey pineapple, dragon fruit and whatever are in season. This is worth a stop for a very good meal.