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Archive for February, 2010
Indonesian Tourist Visa Requirements
February 10th, 2010
Tourism is one of Indonesia's main industries-according to Wikipedia, it is the third-largest non-oil/gas-related industry in the country. An average of 5 million tourists come to Indonesia from other countries each year, attracted by the picture-perfect beaches, amazing scuba diving, lush rain forests and a rich, diverse culture.
Indonesia has 33,999 miles of coastline and approximately 17,000 islands. Many of the islands are uninhabited, and 57% of the country is covered in rain forest. Outdoor activities like hiking are popular, as are water sports like surfing. Diving is another common activity-the waters off the coast of Indonesia are home to 3,500 different species of marine life.
To travel to Indonesia, an Indonesian visa is required. You can apply on arrival at certain air
Get a Chinese Visa to Celebrate the Year of the Tiger
February 9th, 2010
Have you already broken all of your New Year's Resolutions, maybe more than once? If you're already in need of a fresh start, celebrate New Year's a second time with the Chinese.
Instead of celebrating the New Year on a specific date, the Chinese celebrate the New Year on the second new moon after the winter solstice. This year, the Chinese New Year falls on February 14th-so it's also a great place to be if you despise Valentine's Day.
Chinese New Year's customs include wearing new clothes, passing out "red packets" containing money to children and young adults, and of course, lots and lots of fireworks.
To visit China for the Chinese New Year, you will need a Chinese tourist visa, called an "L visa." Depending on your needs, you can apply for a single -entry Chinese visa valid fo
Get a Turkmenistan Visa to See Ancient Parthian Fortresses
February 8th, 2010
This week's UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in the country of Turkmenistan. The Parthian Fortresses of Nisa are the remains of two fortresses that date back to the Parthian Empire, which ruled the area from the middle of the 3rd century BC to the 3rd century AD.
The Parthians competed with the Roman Empire, providing a barrier to expansion that they were never able to defeat. Nisa was their capital city. The two fortresses contained in the UNESCO World Heritage site date from different time periods, and are called Old Nisa and New Nisa.
The UNESCO World Heritage website says that Nisa was chosen to receive the World Heritage Site designation because "the archaeological remains vividly illustrate the significant interaction of cultural influences from central Asia and from the M
Armenian Business Visa Requirements
February 7th, 2010
Armenia broke off from the Soviet Union and became independent in 1991. After a rough start, Armenia's economy has taken off, and according to Wikipedia, "Armenia has had strong economic growth since 1995."
If plan to take a business trip to Armenia, you do need to be prepared with the appropriate travel documents. In addition to your US passport,you will also need an Armenian business visa. Here's what you need to get one:
1 completed Armenian visa application form
1 passport photo
An official invitation from the Armenian Foreign Ministry.
A business letter of responsibility from your employer in the United States.
The business letter of responsibility must guarantee return transportation and sufficient funds to support you while you are in Armenia, and must state t
Bolivian Tourist Visa Requirements
February 5th, 2010
Tourists come to Bolivia for a variety of reasons, including the remote, forbidding beauty of the Andes Mountains, ancient Incan ruins, Lake Titicaca, and the capital of La Paz.
To visit Bolivia, American citizens need both a US passport and a Bolivian visa. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the time you enter the country, and you can get a visa either before you leave the US, at the airport when you arrive or at official land border crossings.
Bolivian visas cost $135, and you must pay in cash if you decide to apply for one on arrival.
Here’s what you’ll need to apply for a Bolivian tourist visa.
One Bolivian visa application form
A US passport, valid for at last 6 months after you plan to enter Bolivia.
1 passport-sized photo, 4 by 4 centimete
