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About Flights to St Moritz
May 1st, 2010 by Tom Martens, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
A prime example of the traditional ski resort city is St. Moritz. Skiers come to absorb the glamour and culture of the city, which is as vital as the skiing. The flights from the UK and Ireland range in price from 200-300, with Swiss International Airlines offering some of the better fares. While it is encouraged to shop for prices, Lufthansa rates are typically higher but offer flights deparing from London, Heathrow, Manchester, Gatwick, Birmingham and Glascow.
International Travelers travel to St. Moritz via Zurich, which is located about 150 miles from the resort. From there, catch a train from the airport to Church and then transfer for train to St. Moritz. Those, who have money to spare, can chose to take a plane from Zurich to Samden, a local airport near St. Moritz.
Considered the oldest and one of the most famous winter resorts in the world, the only time to visit St. Moritz is ski season, mid-November through April. Youll find the best snow around Christmas, but even better, the sun shines on St. Moritz all year, making for a more pleasant winter holiday. St. Moritz has also been known as a traditional spa town since the Middle Ages.
For skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts of all levels, St. Moritz offers an amazing 80 kilometres of track (piste) length, a total of 88 slopes. With 40 percent of these slopes reserved for experienced skiers, the remaining 60 percent of the slopes are for novices and beginners. With the area being linked to two other ski areas in the region, there is access to an additional 270 km of slope area outside the Ski resort area. The slopes are all connected by 56 lifts. From cross-country routes to a snowboard park, St. Moritz also has the Crest run, a sled racing run which is more than 1,200 metres
If you tire of the slopes, St. Moritz offers plenty of options. Mountain climbing, paragliding, bob sledding, horse races and snow cricket are some of the additional outdoor alternatives. You can also ice skate on the resort lake or snuggle up on a horse-drawn sleigh ride.
Indoors, you can choose from gourmet restaurants, casinos, bars, nightclubs and concert venues. Shop in the glitzy boutiques or experience the culture through the art and folklore museums. Soak in the scenery with a train ride on the luxury Glacier Express or the Berninina Express.
Tom Martens is the content coordinator for bestukflights.co.uk the UK’s premier flight and travel comparison portal which includes a detailed section on Travel to Switzerland and Flights to St Moritz.
Find Flights to Ko Chang
April 11th, 2010 by Tom Martens, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
Ko Chang, part of the Trat Province, is about 330 km from Bangkok and is Thailand’s second largest island and the largest in Ko Chang National Park. Tourism in Ko Chang has increased dramatically just in the last few years.
Bangkok Airways flies twice a day from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Trat. You can get to Bangkok inexpensively thanks to healthy competition for this route. All flights to Bangkok from the UK are out of London Heathrow. British Airways and Quantas offer flights to Bangkok, as well as Singapore and Hong Kong, as one of its stopping points on the “kangaroo route” to Australia. Also try Thai Airways and Taiwanese carrier, Eva Airways.
Ko Chang has three seasons including the cool season from November to February, the hot season from March to May and the rainy season from June to October. In general the climate is hot and humid with lots of rainfall, 4,000 mm per year.Direct door-to-door mimibus transfers will get you from Trat to Ko Chang and fares include the ferry crossing.
If you go to Ko Chang, you need not worry about getting around and transportation. The community is laid back and while there are public modes of transportation, you will find that the good old fasioned method of walking is still a very popular option as well.
Ko Chiang is only five hours from Bangkok, which has allowed its tourism industry to grow rapidly, as Bangkok families enjoy traveling to Ko Chiang on vacation. Bidrs, deer, snakes, and even elephants call the Ko Chiang area home. Jungle hikes, diving expeditions, and snorkeling excursions can all be taken in the area.
The best known of the 47 islands of the Mu Ko Chang National Park is Ko Chang. If you’re an adventurer, you can take part in an 8 hour tour of the Than Mayom Waterfall and the Khlong-Plu Waterfall. If that isn’t enough, you can plan an overnight camping excursion in the jungle. If you’re looking for luxury, you can enjoy Thai villas at the Aiyapura Resort and Spa. You will be sure to enjoy the surrounding tropical gardens and breathtaking ocean views.
The best beaches, hottest nightlife, and most comfortable hotels can be found on the island’s west coast. The most popular beach on Ko Chang is Had Sai Khao, or White Sands Beach. Entertainment comes from jazz clubs, beach bars, and many night clubs. You can choose to sleep in luxurious hotel rooms or in bungalows or thatched huts right on the beach, depending on the experience you’re looking for.
Klong Prao Beach has a steeper, sandy beach with a beautiful rocky landscape in its northernmost area.Kai Bae Beach is similar to Klong Prao. You can hire canoes and kayaks, and there are plenty of dive shops. Bang Bao Beach is a fishing village built on stilts. Hire a boat and fish or snorkel to view the rich coral life.
On Khlong Prao, Chang Chutman offer half-hour and hour-long elephant safaris into the interior. You can also go on foot, preferably with a local guide. Start at the southern end of the island.
The Monkey Training Center located at Mu 4 Hat Sai Khao, Tambon Ko Chang, provides training as well as shows highlighting the monkeys’ abilities, especially at gathering coconuts.
Tom Martens is the content coordinator for bestukflights.co.uk the UK’s premier flight and travel comparison portal which includes a detailed section on Travel to Thailand and Flights to Ko Chang