Music Festival Destinations

Hey party people! here are the world's top music festivals. Thesse are the festivals nearby. Here are some information and snaps from the most famous electronic dance music festivals.

1. Future Music Festival Asia. Fututre music festival Asia was held even in Malaysia. The tickets are around 100$ for three nights entrance. The festival is held in Australia and Indonesia as well. You can see world's top DJs playing at this music festival. This festival is mostly at the mid year.

2. Sunburn Festival - GOA India. Sunburn Festival is a 3 day rave held at Goa, India. The party is held non stop for three days on the exotic beach of goa. Many people around the world visist goa for this festival. The tickets are as cheap as 80$. And even the hotels and challeys are much cheaper. 

3. Tomorrow Land - Belgium. This is the most famous music event as of now. The festival is held anually in belgium during the end of july. It started out small and now is the most talked show around the world. Everyonedreams of going here.

Amazing Cameron Highlands

Ready to eat strawberries!

The Cameron Highland is one of Malaysia's most extensive hill stations. It is 200 kilometres from 

Kuala Lumpur. Situated at the northwestern tip of Pahang. It is the smallest consistency in Pahang.

The name is given according to Sir William Cameron who discovered the highlands in 1885. Me and my friends had a chance to go there and see beautiful tea and strawberry plantations. It took about three hours to reach there by car but it definitely worth it. The Thompson Waterfall is a nice place to take a short break when driving up to Cameron Highlands. So we took a break and it was a beautiful waterfall with a cold water. As we reach there, we went to see tea plantations first and it was one of the best views i have ever seen. Another place we have visited there is Big Red Strawberry Farm is a place where you can see a lot of strawberries from the seed until ready to eat. There were handmade good products made by strawberries such as ice-cream, cake, candy and many more. And we took a chance to try strawberry ice cream, which cost 15RM. Here are some captures i took there. 

 Looking at this amazing view

Together with my friends

The Thompson Waterfall

I definitely suggest you to visit this place if you are interested in amazing views and yummy strawberries. 

An unexpected trip to Genting Highlands

Today's post is about my trip to Genting Higlands, which is the hill resort situated within the Titiwangsa Mountains on the border between the states of Pahangang and Selangor of Malaysia. 

Me and my friends did not even expect going there until one of our friend rented the car in purpose to meet his brother at the airport but the car was free until next morning. So we decided to go to beautiful highlands with an amazing view. From Subang Jaya it took us about an hour to reach there. As we reach there by car, we took a skyway which cost 12.80RM for normal two way. The view from the skyway is amazing and breathtaking. The distance of skyway is 1.69 km and in fact it is considered as a world's fastest and South East Asia's longest gondola lift. Couple of years ago there was a Theme Park but now it is under renovation and  a 20th Century Fox World movie inspired theme park is expected to be constructed there. Now there is a casino, which is considered as the only legal casino in the country. There are different restaurants and shops inside of the building. To spend a night there are different hotels as Resort Hotel and First World Hotel, which cost from 100RM and above.  Here are some pictures i took in Genting Highlands.

 Me and my friends trying to be a statues

Genting skyway

Unexpected trips are full of fun as there are always different situations, which makes you and your friends more cohesive. And Genting is definitely one of the best places to visit. I hope to come again when a new Theme Park will be constructed and ready for new visitors.

Top 5 destinations for backpackers

Backpackers is the new cool!

Dear fellow backpackers, if you love backpacking, you should try these 5 places and it is a MUST!

Portugal

Portugal is every bit of the Old World wonder and natural beauty that Spain and Italy are, but at a far more reasonable price. Lisbon is a work of art that shows the weight of its age, but remains proud and elegant all the same. For backpackers, getting from Porto (the first point of entry on many budget flights) down to the Algarve (the stunning coastal region on the southern most point of Portugal) which joins up with Spain is pretty cheap, comfortable and easy. A great public transport system means that chopping and changing from the coast to Fatmia and other inland attractions (the wine route, for example) are not a problem and are pretty comfortable. For great weather, beautiful scenery, excellent wine and festive people, Portugal is incredible value for money.

Peru

The Inca Trail has been very high up on the list of backpacking Must Sees for many moons. Although it's frequently criticised for being overly commercialised, Machu Picchu is every bit as mysterious and beautiful as the pamphlets say - you just have to share the view with a few other people. But there is so much more to this wonderful South American destination than the fabled ruins - which are still worth seeing, along with plenty of other sites that will also blow your mind. The coastline is peppered with secluded beaches to lose yourself on, lively towns that lend themselves to great parties, great festivals and spicy food that puts the sun's fire in your mouth (in a good way).

Vietnam

Vietnam has been through hell to get on a list like this, enduring a series of wars that crippled the country for decades. With the worst over now, the country is moving forward and becoming more and more popular for better reasons than its history of gun fights. It's such a beautiful place that welcomes you with a happy grin full of broken teeth. The mix of nature, culture and tradition is exquisite. The rice paddies in the Mekong Delta have been feeding the nation for centuries; witnessing the timeless job and mingling with the people who do it gets straight to the heart of what backpacking is all about - experiencing different ways of life.

New Zealand

There is no second guessing the immense popularity of New Zealand - it's one of those places that people just associate with beautiful landscapes. The National tourism board probably owes Peter Jackson a large royalties cheque for putting the country's fjords, lakes and forests on a worldwide platform that caused backpackers to hit the nearest travel agent and book their tickets without further discussion.

One of the biggest draw cards about the country is being able to see such otherworldly beauty without the language barrier or having to slum it from town to town in buses that look like something from the scrap yard. It's a great country, with very friendly people and incredible features - it's so simple. The biggest obstacle UK backpackers face is getting there - it's one immensely long flight.

Patagonia - Chile and Argentina

It's difficult to speak about Patagonia generally, because it is one of those places that people spend their whole lives waiting to visit and hike. From the Chilean and Argentinian side, the landscapes and views are epic - for want of a better, even more epic description.

For serious hikers and trekkers, it's perhaps more of a Must-See than those just wanting to gawk at the frozen cliffs and glaciers that surround its turquoise lakes. You will need to be, at the very least, a competent walker and willing to spend large quantities of time outside, to enjoy it. It's not the most hospitable destination, but for those who are up to the challenge and prepared for the obstacles, you'll struggle to find somewhere that matches up to the prestige of a hiking trip in Patagonia.

Where to find the best food in Malaysia? SHHH! It’s a secret ;)

Food is the reason why you would drive or even fly a thousand kilometers. There is nothing more satisfying than a good taste in your mouth.

How about we share with you our very own secret dining places in Malaysia

1. Gold Chilies - best butter milk chicken ever! The place is in Subang Jaya s15. The place is always full and you might have to queue up to get a seat. Yeah it is that full!

2. A liya Restaurant. A place to get Sri Lankan food. This is a place hidden to a lot of malaysians or it is just hard to find. The place has better Sri Lankan food than in Sri Lanka. This is not a joke. The food is so great. 

3. Di Tandoor. This place offers the exact taste of the indian spicy dishes. You could have a full tummy and exit the door without any regrets. Di tandoor as the name defines, serves the best tandoori chicken i have ever had in my life. 

Travel Safely

Here are some tips for the fellow travelers. Be safe Have fun!

1. Back (packer) glance

Get in the habit of looking back when you get up to leave somewhere. Travel is very distracting, and you're probably carrying more stuff than when you're at home, so you're more likely to leave a jacket or journal at that Parisian cafe table where you were people watching.

2. Separate your sources of money

You know how you keep all your bank cards in your wallet/purse when you're at home? Well, don't do this while you're travelling. Keep at least one in a different place, preferably not on your person. If you lose all your cards on the road it is very difficult to get replacements, and being without money in Timbuktu can be kind of unfun.

3. Don't keep your wallet/purse in your jeans' back pocket

To avoid being pickpocketed, keep your wallet in your front pocket, especially a pocket that can be buttoned up. Best of all, use the inside pocket of your jacket. There are also a load of different 'money belts'  that either hang inside your shirt or wrap around your waist (under your shirt), etc. Make sure it's waterproof because travelling can often be sweaty/perspiring work. I'd advise against the bum bag/fanny pack varieties. There is no better way to advertise the fact that you have a load of valuables on you...and, of course, they were never ever cool.

4. Scan all your major documents

Scan your travel documents and email them to yourself. It was traditional to photocopy your passport and visas, travel insurance etc, and keep them in a separate part of your luggage. But that's old school. These days, digital is best - that way your documents won't go missing even if your bags do.

5. Don't trust strangers who wear turtle neck/polo neck tops

Only kidding about the turtle necks. It is hard to get to know the locals at a destination if you don't trust them, but there are limits to how much you should trust them when it comes to your personal safety (going with them into a risky area of town), money, and consuming their food or drink (if they are not consuming it themselves). Do a search on Lonely Planet's Thorn Tree forum for the latest scams that travellers have reported for where you are going. Also, look at the 'Dangers and Annoyances' sections in your Lonely Planet guidebook and ask your hotel/hostel staff for safety tips.

6. Get travel insurance

This is mainly for health costs if you get ill or injured while abroad. Hospital costs can quickly get into the tens of thousands of dollars, even for a minor injury. Insurance is worth it.

7. Get vaccinated

Visit your doctor before you leave to get all the relevant vaccinations/immunisations for the destinations you're visiting, and to learn what health precautions you should follow.

8. Avoid PDAs

I mean Public Displays of Affluence (not affection). If you're travelling abroad then you're more than likely to be richer than most of the locals, but advertising this fact by wearing gold jewellery or carrying a $2000 camera around your neck is not advisable. It makes you a target for thieves. Leave your jewellery at home and keep your camera in a bag when you're not using it.

9. Some things are best perfected at home

It may seem like a breeze, but be advised that teaching yourself to ride a motorbike or jet ski in a foreign country is probably unwise. In Thailand, for instance, 38 people a day die in scooter accidents. Some travel insurance policies won't cover scooter-related injuries so make sure you check your travel insurance first.

10. Check the fine print and certificates of instructors

If you're doing a specialist course (scuba diving) or something risky (bungee jumping) then check the operators have legitimate qualifications and a good safety record. There's usually a reason a course is cheaper than the others. PADI has a list of qualified diving operators.

11. Don't leave your belongings unattended in public spaces

This is so obvious that I am embarrassed to mention it, but people do it all the time. Most notably, travellers leave their bags at their feet or hanging from the back of chairs when they're at cafes or restaurants. Either keep them on your lap or wrap its strap around your leg.

12. Give it up

There is a simple rule that people find hard to follow: if you are mugged, give over your wallet, watch etc. This shouldn't be a problem if you have insurance and you've left all your irreplaceable stuff (eg grandma's necklace) at home. Just do it, and walk away uninjured.

13. Don't give to beggars

There are exceptions to this rule, such as monks seeking alms. But, in general, don't give away money to people on the street. Apart from the fact that you may have to get your wallet/purse out, encouraging begging is not the most efficient use of your money (and goodwill). If you want to help out then do some volunteer work in the destination or donate some money to a local charity for the homeless or loan some money to a poor entrepreneur.

14. Be wary of using your credit card at an internet cafe

Internet cafes' computers may have key logger software or hardware that records your key strokes, so unscrupulous characters (not necessarily the owners of the cafe) can see the username and password to your online accounts (banking, email etc) or grab your credit card details. A good trick to make this more challenging for them has been proposed by Thorn Tree user Karlo: open a couple of other browser windows (for the website you are using) and half way through entering your passwords or credit card information type incorrect information into these windows.

15. Don't pat stray dogs and cats

This is more of a 'note to self' than to you, after a stray dog tried to pull my thumb off in Buenos Aires. You may be missing your pets at home, but stray animals may be carrying rabies and other fun infections (and big teeth). You should also not feed monkeys, for the same reason. (Pictured above is me with an affectionate Siamese cat in Bangkok — who belonged to this store owner.)

16. Your worst enemy may be your travel companion

Often your travel companions will take risks that compromise your safety. They'll ask for help from people that you wouldn't go near, they'll aggravate a situation with arrogance, or they'll break any number of the no-nos mentioned above. Don't submit to their peer pressure. Stand your ground. And if they continue to be unsafe then consider parting ways.

They call it the heaven on earth. Let’s go to MALDIVES

Hola,

If you are a traveller and you haven’t dreamt of going to Maldives then here is your chance. The country consists of thousands of islands and you cannot find a whiter beach than these. From the most luxurious to backpackers, they have got deals for you.

The most beautiful thing is the beautiful reef. You can either go snorkeling or go to the deep dives with the help of a dive instructor. You can find these instructors in each and every resort.

The islands are all over the country. All you need to do is talk to your travel agent and the rest is done for you. The most common mode of transport is through seaplanes. Have you ever seen a plane landing on the sea? Yes it is for real.

There are a lot of exciting surprises in maldives. Grab your bag and LETS GO MALDIVES