Looking For a Place to Stay When Planning a Safari in the Beautiful Plains of Maasai Mara?

MPATA SAFARI HOTEL

This is a five star Hotel in the middle bushes of Maasai Mara situated just at the hill escarpment from the view of the Mara river where you can see the action of the migration of herds. You have all heard of the seven wonders of the world where wildebeests cross the crocodile infested river to the other side of the Serengeti. This happens to take part in the months between July, August and September when these animals migrate in search of greener pastures.

This is one caption you get just from the veranda of the cottages of the Hotel and the view is breathtakingly beautiful. The Hotel has a blue sky clear swimming pool just outside the restaurant and bar area. The reception is very warm, with the staff practicing a very high customer service.

You have the porters who show you to the distinctive cottages who are very friendly and helpful and they will go out of the way to offer extra services like waking you up early for the safari excursions.

The cottages are deluxe suites that consists of a

- kitchenette,

-en suite,

-bedroom,

-Lounge,

-A veranda and

-A jacuzzi. They were designed by a Japanese architecture and the style is exquisite not to mention the comfort. The jacuzzi is designed just outside the veranda overlooking the bushes below and it is really exciting to hear the howling of the hyenas as you relax in the warm bubbly water.

This is a really ideal place for newly weds who are looking for that exotic far away honeymoon and especially lovers of nature. Its ecstatic and stimulating physically and psychologically leaving you feeling the connection of nature and human anatomy. Every morning, you awake to the safari expeditions driven by the very friendly Mpata tour guides who have an intensive knowledge of each and every corner of the savanna and the history of the local Maasai villagers and who also know where and how to search for the big fives especially the right moment when they are having their meals.

Coming back to the Hotel you are escorted to the lavish restaurants that serves you with mouth watering breakfast prepared freshly by experienced chefs. They serve exotic dishes from a variety of recipes and ingredients produced locally and a melange of Japanese and Kenyan style. I will not omit other important details like the Maasai warriors hired to entertain guests as they dine with their high jumps and demonstration of spears, you will leave Africa with memories that will linger in your mind for a long time after. Oh did i forget to add that they have a library, with a display of souvenirs of local products and things for you to take home to keep you reminded of the entire experience. I would recommend anybody who would be interested in taking a safari to consider this Hotel if they are anywhere in Kenya. Happy reading viewers and i hope the information is going to be of help to you when you consider traveling to that part of the world.

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Thailand Do's and Don'ts - Staying Out of Trouble in Thailand

Every country and region has their own cultural differences that make trips to foreign lands that much more exciting. Indeed while finding out about and enjoying the differences in other cultures can be one of the great experiences of traveling, there are some things about Thailand that you may like to know before you go, to avoid any unnecessary cultural goofs, or in the worst case, jail-time.

Respect the Royal Family.

This had got to be one of the most important rules in Thailand. The king in Thailand is highly respected and loved by all of the Thai people and any disrespect toward the king or any member of the royal family will not only deeply offend the Thais, it can also land you in jail. Lese Majeste is a crime that is still on the books in Thailand, and people still get prosecuted for it. Also many people do not know that the Lese Majeste laws in Thailand actually apply to all royal families around the world; so theoretically, you could get arrested for expressing disrespectful opinions about Queen Elizabeth II or Belgium's King Albert II. Thais can even find seemingly innocuous questions like "why is the king so revered in Thailand?" as offensive, so it is probably best not to talk about the royal family at all in Thailand.

Disrespecting the King is not confined to words. If you go to the movies in Thailand, the Royal anthem is played before every movie and all patrons must stand up during it. If you don't stand and quietly observe this show of respect, you will find yourself the target of the ire of other patrons and may even be reported to the police. Also, images of the king must also be respected. As the king's image appears on all Thai currency, be sure to treat this with respect. For example, if you drop a coin and it rolls away, do not stamp on it with your foot to stop it rolling any further, this is considered disrespectful as is folding paper money in a way as to make the king's face smile or frown, which I personally found out the hard way is not funny in Thailand.

Physicality

In Thailand the head is considered the highest part of the body, both figuratively and literally. You should never touch the head of other people, even children. If you do touch someone's head, even slightly, you should apologize. Conversely, the foot is the lowest part of the body and considered dirty. You should never use your foot to point out objects, or even worse, people, as this is considered very rude. Also take care never to step over other people, for example if they have their legs outstretched on the floor. It is better manners to walk around people than to step over them.

Public displays of affection are frowned upon in Thailand and most people will be embarrassed to witness people kissing or hugging in public.

Also, while the beautiful beaches may make you want to soak up as much sun as possible, topless sunbathing is looked down upon in Thailand and is not appropriate.

Buddhism

Nearly 95% of Thais are Buddhists and temples are an integral part of the quintessential Thailand sightseeing itinerary.

When planning on visiting a Buddhist temple, you should dress appropriately, meaning no open-toed shoes. Legs and shoulders should be covered, so no shorts or tank tops. Shoes are allowed on the grounds of the temple, but not inside where the Buddha image is kept. Also keep in mind the point made above about pointing with your feet. If you are sitting inside a temple, take care so that the soles of your feet never point towards the statue or image of Buddha.

Buddhist monks cannot come into physical contact with women or sit next to them on public transport. A woman cannot hand anything directly to a Buddhist monk. If a woman wishes to give something to a monk, the correct procedure is to hand it to a man who will hand it to the monk. However if the woman feels that she must give the item to the monk directly, he can spread out a piece of saffron robe or handkerchief, and she can place the item on top of this.

Respect

Thai culture places a lot of importance on respect for the aged. While dealing with older people, it is best to be as respectful as possible. This is a good thing to keep in mind if you are haggling with a merchant or speaking with a tuk tuk driver. Your respectful tone will not only save you "face", an important concept in Thailand, but it may even be rewarded in the price you finally agree upon.

A quick way to lose "face" and the respect of Thai people is to lose your temper in public, or worse yet, shout at someone in public. Thais a re very uncomfortable with public displays of anger and consider it very uncouth. Getting angry at someone in Thailand is very unlikely to help you get your way, and in fact merely hardens the other party's stance and any sympathy you may have had from surrounding people is likely to evaporate quickly. Best to keep your cool and a smile on your face.

Disciplining your children or arguing with your spouse in public are also included in this category of no-nos.

Scams

Be careful of overly friendly strangers who approach you in the street and offer to show you around town. A common scam is for a well dressed person to approach you as you are heading towards a temple and tell you that unfortunately the temple is closed that day and offer to show you to another one, or to show you a good gem store. Don't go with these people! The gem store ruse is also common among tuk tuk drivers. They often say that they can show you some good gem stores, and that they can receive coupons for gasoline for bringing you to the store. They will then say that they will not receive their coupons if you do not buy anything and try to guilt you into buying something. Any gem store that participates in such activity is highly unlikely to sell you genuine stones. Unsuspecting tourists are often told that they can resell the gems at a partner store in their home country for high profits, only to discover that the stones are practically worthless once they get back home. Don't be fooled by the lovely smiles on the beautiful young ladies in the stores!

Taxis

When hailing a taxi, hold your arm up with your palm facing downwards and make a beckoning motion with your fingers, kind of like a "shoo" go away" motion in reverse.

Also by law all taxis must turn on the meter when they carry a fare. Some drivers may sometimes try to strike a deal with you off the meter before you leave. This will never be in your favor, and as stated above is against the law. If the driver hasn't started the meter when you depart, kindly remind him by saying "metaa na kap" if you are a man and "metaa na kaa" if you are a woman.

Finally

Do try to learn some of the local language, even if it is just simple greetings and numbers. Your holiday will be that much more enjoyable when the locals see you putting in an effort to speak their language. You will receive a much warmer reception by the already famously friendly Thais that you will be very happy that you put in the effort to learn.

The author is an Asia based frequent traveler and runs a number of travel and Thailand related websites including Thailand Hotel Reservations A self-confessed hotel freak, he plans on staying in and reviewing as many Cha Am hotels as possible.

Hotel Amenities - The Quality of the Amenities Equals the Hotel Quality

Luxurious body wash and Shea butter body lotion, 400 count bed linens and plush bath towels. These are just a few of my favorite things; they are also expected at 5 star hotels. What else do you expect if you've booked a room in hotel touted as a 'luxury hotel' or a '5 star resort'? Is rich, brand name coffee a given? What about heavy duty, but appealing to the eye, ice buckets, functional hangers and an up-to-date binder offering a list of hotel services, things to do and other amenities? The truth is these are all items commonly found in hotels, motels and motor lodges, too.

Does the quality of the hotel determine what hotel amenities you should expect and the quality of those same amenities? For example, if you're staying at a motel that's just off the interstate you may not get coffee in your room. You should expect functionality. In other words clean sheets and a clean bedspread in good repair, curtains that provide basic privacy and disposable drinking glasses wrapped in plastic are the hotel supplies you should expect.

All hotels, regardless of their rating, also provide bath towels, hand towels and wash clothes along with bar soap and toilet paper. These are hotel supplies every hotel offers. Whether the toilet paper is one step above sand paper or one step down from a wet, heated towel is another subject entirely. A Bible, a binder about the hotel and hangers in a closet or coat area are also typical hotel supplies.

The quality of the hotel supplies that a hotel uses and offers will depend on the hotel quality itself. A roadside motel will not have high quality sheets and down comforters just as a luxury resort in Miami will not have plastic ice buckets and coffee in tea style bags. Hotels will usually offer their guests the 'top of the line' hotel supplies for the hotel's price point. Every hotel wants you to be comfortable and leave happy with your stay and the service offered to you.

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Manas National Park Accommodations

Bans Bari Lodge
This lodge is situated right at the gate of Manas National Park. It has tea gardens and offers spectacular views of the Himalayan foothills. It also has about 16 spacious and comfortable rooms. All rooms have attached bathrooms with hot and cold running water.

It also has writing cum dressing table, comfortable twin beds, colored television and cane chairs. The lodge has a welcoming atmosphere which includes a lobby where guests can relax and rest on sofas. The lodge also has a beautiful dining room, weather-resistant chairs and table set outside for breakfast and dinner functions.

Manas Lifestyle Resort
This 5-star resort is situated about 120 kilometers away from Mumbai via the Mumbai-Nashik highway. The resort is also situated 3 kilometers away from Igatpuri. It is segmented with rustic natural landscape that seems to purposely envelope the resort.

This 5-star resort has an on-site restaurant that serves multiple-dishes including Indian, Chinese and Continental dishes. It has 50 rooms categorized into deluxe cottages and standard suites. All rooms have colored television with several cable channels, direct dial telephones and attached bathrooms with hot and cold water. The resort features 3 conference halls, a swimming pool, beauty parlor, Ayurveda massage and sauna as well as a health club with Jacuzzi.

Getaway Hotel
This 4 star hotel is situated about 35 kilometers away from the Nasik Airport and 13 kilometers away from the Nasik Railway Station. The hotel is also situated near several attractions, including the Manas National Park.

Gateway Hotel offers warm hospitality and excellent amenities. It about 75 guestrooms which includes 3 suites. All guestrooms have international direct dial telephone, a mini bar, colored television with many cable channels, a coffee maker and laptop connectivity as well as attached bathrooms with hot and cold running water. The hotel also features a safety deposit box, car rental facilities, a travel desk, business center and laundry services as well as currency exchange.

About Manas National Park

Manas National Park is a combination of many retrospects such as a Project Tiger Reserve, Wildlife Sanctuary, Biosphere Reserve and a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site. This Park set in Assam, India, is known for its endangered and rare wildlife such as the Pygmy Hog, Golden Langur, Hispid Hare and the Assam Roofed Turtle.

Guwahati city is the closest city from this park. It is only 176 kilometers away.

Fauna in Manas National Park

Manas National Park has recorded about 380 species of birds, 50 species of reptiles, 55 species of mammals and 3 species of amphibians. The fauna of this park includes the Golden Langurs, Capped Langurs, Asian golden cats, Clouded Leopards and Leopards, Tigers, Barasingha as well as Asian Water Buffalos, Indian Rhinoceros and Asian Elephants.

It also includes the Assamese Macaques, Chital, Sambar Deer and the Hog Deer, Barking Deer along with Sloth Bears, Smooth-coated Otters, Hoolock Gibbons and the Slow Loris.

Flora in Manas National Park

The flora in Manas National Park includes the Syzygium cumini, Anthocephalus chinensis, Aphanamixis polystachya and the Bombax ceiba, Cinnamomum tamala as well as the Terminalia bellirica and the Gmelina arborea. The grasslands along this national park include the Arundo donax, Imperata clylindrica, Phyllanthus emblica and some species of Mussaenda, Premna, Grewia, Leea as well as Clerodendrum.

How to Reach Manas National Park

By plane, the closest airport in this park is the Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, 70 kilometers away. You could travel by train through the nearest station at Barpeta Road. You could also drive en route to the closest highway called NH 31. This is about 22 kilometers away.

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Pubs in Cambridgeshire

There is such a wide variety of pubs in Cambridgeshire that it's difficult to know where to start.

You will find England's smallest pub, the Nutshell in the Suffolk town of Bury St Edmunds. I must warn you now, this isn't a pub for a pub crawl! You can barely get 5 people in, including the bar staff but it's definitely worth a visit if you are in the Cambridgeshire/Suffolk area, purely for it's historical interest.

Barely 20 miles away in Cambridge you will find one of the UK's biggest pubs, The Regal on Regent Street Cambridge. The former picture house has been converted into a 2 storey monster of a pub with 5 or 6 separate drinking areas. The only curious thing about this place is that will all that space they didn't think to put a dance floor in and have it as a pub/club which means at times in can be lacking in atmosphere. That said, if there is a large group of you looking for somewhere to start the night you can't go far wrong than starting here.

In between these two there are over 600 other pubs in Cambridgeshire ranging from the uber cosmopolitan bars in Cambridge, to the more tranquil traditional pubs in and around Ely and St Neots. The other major Cambridgeshire cities such as Huntingdon and Peterborough have the expected mix of young, hip and trendy bars in the city centre and some great gastro pubs on the outskirts.

Craig Jeavons is the Managing Director of http://www.cambridgeshiretouristguide.com the comprehensive guide for where to go and what to do in the county of Cambridgeshire.

Desperately Want to See Her Again - Five Tips How to Respond When Your Date Never Calls Back

People may see men as being in the losing streak in the dating game because tradition dictates that men ask the women out, pay for the date and call to follow-up on a second date. However, women empowerment movements have given men a breathing room, with more women insisting on going Dutch or calling the guy after the first date to follow-up on a second date. Despite this, the rules still dictates the norms and tradition that we are used to.

This becomes even more despairing for men if on the first date, he realizes that his date is one great gal and he is tethering on hooks waiting for her to call back. Did she lose your number? Was it a good idea to write: you are hot!, beside your phone number? Did you remember her putting the paper napkin with your precious number in her purse or just leaving it at the table? Was it even a good idea to write your number on a table napkin? These questions can drive a man nuts so here are a few tips on how you can overcome the insanity.

1. Keep your cool

A man mopping around is not an attractive man. Don't sweat it. You can think about it but stop acting like a love-struck teenager. Besides, getting depressed over the whole thing will only make you, well, more depressed. It is not conducive for productive thinking. Live your life and clear your mind. Get busy.

2. Call her

It is perfectly normal to do so. She might actually just have been genuinely busy and was unable to return your calls. Try and try again. Tenacity can have its rewards. Try calling both her home phone number as well as her office landline.

3. Widen your search

If you do not have her number, you can try calling friends that you have in common. It is also easy to Google her or look her up in the directory. She might even be surprised if you called. That will tell her how interested you are that you would go such lengths to find her number.

4. Shower her with gifts

So maybe she is busy and is still no returning your call. Desperate times call for desperate measures. Send her a huge bouquet of deep red roses, maybe even a cute teddy bear. You can even be nonchalant about it and add a little note thanking her for the wonderful evening you just had. Your first date can be a good excuse to show your gentlemanly nature.

5. "Accidentally" bump into her

As a last attempt and short of being scary, of course, ask your common friends the places where she usually frequents. Try to make it inconspicuous. Choose public places like a nearby bar or an art exhibit opening, somewhere authentic and possible. If she still brushes you off, I think this is a signal there that she is not interested. There is nothing wrong if your date does not return your calls or gave you hints that she does not want to see you anymore. If after all the efforts you have exerted you still think she lost interest in you, accept it and move on.

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Chubby Girls Can Get Great Guys - Here is How You Do It

Do you find yourself wondering whether or not chubby girls can get great guys? Are you looking for what you have to do to find a great love? Do you want more from your love life and your relationships? Somewhere along the line and for some reason that many aren't sure about, society has told women that they have to be of a certain size to get great guys. The truth of the matter is that women of all sizes find themselves looking for and longing for love. However, the good news is that women of all sizes can find it. Chubby girls can get great guys this way.

Looks.

While love isn't based on looks, there is still a lot of things that one should know. The first thing that one should know is that it doesn't matter how skinny someone is, if they aren't beautiful inside they will drive men away. On the other hand, you looks are going to matter in some ways, even for the best of guys. So, look your best so that you feel great and act like you feel great. Remember that you are beautiful and it doesn't matter whether or not you are chubby.

Inside.

What matters most about a person is what is on the inside. You need to make sure that you have built this up so that you get the most out of it. You want to be confident, positive, and you want to let that inner beauty shine. To do this you will want to make sure that you are taking the time to build this part of yourself up.

Keep it up.

Chubby girls can find great guys. However, they like skinny women tend to give up after a while. You don't want to give up or you will never find love. You want to make sure that you work to keep it up. Keep on it and make sure that you are having a bit of fun while you are at it.

Chubby girls can get great guys. All you need to do is look your best, let your inner beauty shine, and make sure that you keep yourself out there. If you do that you will find a great man who will make a difference in your life forever.

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Krabi Thailand Hotels - Offering Good Value For Money

Krabi is fast catching up with other popular tourist destinations in Thailand, as visitors are discovering the magical experience it can offer. Beautiful beaches, enchanting islands and limestone karsts are all present here in abundance. The added attraction of Krabi is its laidback atmosphere and serenity. Krabi Thailand hotels are also not as high-priced as those at Phuket or Pattaya are.

Krabi Thailand hotels are available from luxury to budget, with everything in-between. Most the luxury hotels are located along the picturesque beaches of Krabi such as Ao Nang and Railay. Krabi town abounds with budget guesthouses for the backpacker crowd and low-budget hotels for the families.

Ao Nang is the most popular beach resort of Krabi, with a huge collection of hotels, resorts and villas located in and around the beach area. The beach area has an array of restaurants and bars to cater to the needs of the tourists. The beach still remains uncrowded and offers a host of water-based activities for the adventure-seeking tourists.

Some of the hotels in the luxury segment are Ao Nang Phu Petra Resort, Sala Talay Resort & Spa, Vogue Resort and Spa, Krabi Resort and Ao Nang Paradise Resort. Ao Nang has a good selection of cheap lodgings as well.

Railay beach is the next sought-after destination in Krabi. It is quieter than Ao Nang is and is considered the perfect base for adventure sports such as rock climbing. Though Railay has enough hotels in luxury to mid-budget range, cheap digs for backpacker crowd is conspicuous by its absence.

Krabi town is the usually the transit point for many tourists. Hence, not many hi-end hotels are found here. However, it has some cheap accommodation options for families and backpackers.

Krabi Thailand hotels are easily available during off-season. However, high-season witnesses all the good hotels fully booked in advance. This means that it is advisable to reserve rooms to avoid disappointment.

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