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Mali Visa Requirements for Hiking in Dogon Country
March 19th, 2010
The Dogon are an African ethnic group that live in the central plateau region of Mali. Isolated, they have retained a fairly traditional lifestyle. The Dogon are known for their unique architecture, their sculptures and carved wooden masks, and their mythology.
Now, according to the New York Times, the area they live in is becoming a more popular destination for tourists looking for a unique travel experience. With the help of a local guide, you can hike between different Dogon villages, and even to the caves where they bury their dead.
However, there are a few important things that you need to be aware of before you go. First, expect primitive accommodations, and come prepared. Second, make sure you get a knowledgeable, reputable guide! The writer for the New York Times had an e
Chinese Visas for the 2010 Shanghai World Expo
March 13th, 2010
From May 1st to October 31st, 2010, China is hosting the 2010 World Expo in Shanghai, taking part in a tradition that goes all the way back to 1851, when the first World's Fair was held in London, England. This year's World Expo is expected to be the biggest yet, as organizers prepare to welcome approximately 70 million visitors.
This year's theme is "Better City, Better Life" and representatives from at least 231 countries and international organizations will show off innovative urban design and planning techniques, as well as environmentally-friendly technologies.
About 5 percent of the visitors to the Expo are expected to come from outside China. According to AllHeadlineNews.com, China has instructed embassies and consulates to use an "easy process" for approving Chinese visa
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
Brazilian Tourist Visa Requirements for Carnaval
January 28th, 2010
It's almost that time of year again...in February, roughly 40 days before Easter, Brazil holds a massive party: Carnaval. In this mostly Catholic country, Carnaval is one last chance to let loose before the sacrifices of Lent.
Of course, you don't have to be Catholic to enjoy Carnaval. In Brazil's major cities, the event is celebrated by parades, costumes, samba dancing and partying in the streets. The types of music and parades differ from city to city, and the dates of the celebration may vary by a day or so as well. For example, Rio de Janeiro's Carnaval celebrations occur on a Monday, while Sao Paulo happen over a long weekend, from Friday to Sunday. So, make sure to do a little bit of research before you make your travel arrangements.
All US citizens traveling to Brazil must hav
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
