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Archive for January, 2010
Bahrain Tourist Visa Requirements
January 24th, 2010
The country of Bahrain is located on the Persian Gulf. Its shores are fringed with sunny beaches and dotted with islands both natural and man-made. Formerly known for its pearls, Bahrain is now known for shiny new cities and tourist developments, like the Bahrain World Trade Center.
Bahrain's beaches and its modern facilities make it a popular tourist destination-in fact, with 2 million visitors a year (per Wikipedia), it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Middle East. Bahrain is continuing to build more tourist facilities, so that number will probably increase in the years to come.
American citizens who wish to visit Bahrain will need a passport and a Bahrain tourist visa. You can obtain a two-week tourist visa on arrival or via the Bahraini government web si
Zambia Visa Requirements to See Victoria Falls
January 23rd, 2010
Located on the Zambezi River, Victoria Falls is claimed to be the largest waterfall in the world. The waterfall's indigenous name, Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Mist that Thunders) gives a much better idea of its grandeur than the name given to it by English explorers. Victoria Falls is approximately 5,600 feet wide and 60 feet high.
If you are lucky enough to visit Victoria Falls at night, by the light of a full moon, you may even see a "moonbow," a rainbow in the dark. Moonbows are caused by the light of a full moon reflecting off the spray of the falls. They are very rare, and Victoria Falls is one of the few locations on earth where they happen with any frequency.
You can visit Victoria Falls either through the Zambia side or the Zimbabwe side. Zambia visas can be obtained in advance or
Vietnamese Visa Requirements for Business Travelers
January 19th, 2010
Although Vietnam is relatively poor overall, the country's economy has been growing rapidly over the past decade. In fact, according to Wikipedia, between 2000 and Vietnam's GDP grew at a rate of 7%, the second-fastest growth rate in the world during that time. Vietnam became a member of the World Trade Organization in 2007.
All of this means that Vietnam is increasingly becoming a destination for business travel, and it's important for travelers to know what to expect.
One important element that business travelers visiting other cultures must consider is the way that business etiquette can vary from country to country. According to this article from BuyUSA.gov:
"Vietnam is a markedly Confucian society and its business practices are often more similar to those of China,
Indonesian Business Visa Requirements
January 17th, 2010
If you are going on a business trip to Indonesia, it is important to do your homework first to ensure you are well-prepared for your trip. That includes making sure you have the right type of travel visa.
Business travelers need an Indonesian business visa. To make sure that your trip goes smoothly, you should apply in advance so that you have your visa before you depart the US.
Here's a list of what you will need to apply:
2 copies of the Indonesian visa application form
2 passport-sized photos
A copy of your round-trip tickets or your itinerary
A business letter of responsibility from the company that you work for.
If you need a multiple entry visa (ie, you will be entering and exiting Indonesia more than once) , you also need a letter of invitation fr
Azerbaijan Visa Requirements to See the Walled City of Baku (UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Week)
January 16th, 2010
This week's World Heritage Site of the Week is an ancient walled city in the country of Azerbaijan. The Walled City of Baku has been inhabited since the Paleolithic period. Over the centuries, the city has been Zoroastrian, Sasanian, Arabic, Persian, Shirvani, Ottoman, and Russian.
The buildings in the Old City are believed to date back to the 12th century AD, and include minarets, bathhouses, a palace and a tower. One of the main features is the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, an intricate stone palace build in the 15th century. Another landmark is the Maiden Tower, a round stone tower that dates back to the 12 century, possibly earlier. Once a watchtower, it has been turned into a museum.
The site was made into a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. The UNESCO website says i
