Indian Visa

All nationalities traveling to India must have an VISA prior to arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), even for airline transits. Travel destination India is pretty strict issuing visa’s and has multiple requirements which count for all travelers. For price inquiry please contact the embassy, a basic tourist VISA to India for 3 months costs €65 in Europe and $80 in North America, while Students, Business, Journalists or Family visa’s start at €99 ($120).

- Original passport which is valid for at least 6 months after date of arrival India.
- Original passport photo’s (2 pieces).
- Completely filled in visa application form.
- Copy of your (e)-ticket purchase, with receipt.

Further more, India has different rules for VISA applications which are as follow,

Multiple Entry In case you’re in need of an double or multiple entry VISA you also need copy of tickets to another country, and a travel plan. For instance; Arriving 1th of January in India, 15th of January by plane to Nepal, 1th of February return to India.

Children Children under the age of 18, wanting to travel alone or with a single parent to India need a written permission from the parent not traveling along, plus a copy of his/her passport. When the children are traveling alone, they need a written permission from both of the parents, plus a copy of their passports.

Students Students traveling to India need to show proof of a school registration and a recent copy of a bank account statement on their name.

No income Any traveler without form of occupation is required to present a recent copy of a bank account statement on their name.

Nationalities Travelers that have an foreign nationality but are born in Sri Lanka, Myanmar, China, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iraq need to contact the embassy personally, after a conversation the Indian embassy shall request permission at the country of origin.

Repeat In case you have traveled to India before, your visa needs to be expired for at least 2 months before you can request another visa to India.

Long periods In case your a tourist, traveling for longer than 3 months to India, you need a written declaration, stating that your visit to India is purely on tourist bases and that you will not perform any other occupation while in the country.

Business If you are traveling for business purposes to India you also need to fill the backside of the visa application form (part C). As well an official written guarantee letter from your company stating; the employers function within the company, that the company is responsible for all of the travelers costs. In case you need a Multiple Entree Visa this, specifically needs to be written in the official letter.

Besides a letter from the company you work for all, you also need a invitation letter from the India cooperation, where it says the chamber of commerce numbers, and all other legal information such as; company address, reason of visit. In case there’s need to an Multiple Entree visa, it also needs to be confirmed in this letter.

In case the employers function within the company is lower than manager, owner or CEO than the following files also need to be included; Guarantee from boss or manager and a recent copy of the employee’s bank statement.

Auckland City

Auckland City is the most populous city and local authority covering the Auckland isthmus, most of the islands within the Hauraki Gulf and North Island of New Zealand. It’s situated in the Auckland Region where also the Auckland Regional Council is based. In 2009, it was rated the 4th best place to live worldwide. As of latest measurement the city of Auckland has a population of 450 thousand.

The city of Auckland has been divided in several districts including; Manukau (south), Waitakere (west) and North Shore (north). It’s often referred to as “City of Sails” for the large number of yachts that lie in the Waitemata Harbour and Hauraki Gulf, but perhaps its best known as the “City of Volcanoes” with about 48 individual volcanoes active on the Auckland Volcanic Field. Further more brings Auckland’s rich Pacific cultural mix many festivals to the city, popular by locals and tourists. As a travel destination it fits all the basic needs for any traveler, such as active nightlife, restaurant and shopping scenes.

Auckland City is an easy reach from anywhere in the world, simply book your ticket to New Zealand’s largest airport: Auckland International Airport. The airport has direct connections to locations in the South Pacific, United States, Asia and also Buenos Aires and Santiago in South America. From the airport you can take an airport shuttle or taxi to the city.

For American citizens, no visa is required. When coming from a visa-free country, you would have to present proof of further travel such as travel tickets and evidence of sufficient funds for the entire trip. As for the passport, it must be at least three months valid after your last day in New Zealand. You also have to prove that you are leaving the country at an appointed time. Not only that, you also have to show that you have enough funds per person for each month of stay. The good thing is that your visa may cover your spouse and your dependent children.

Munich

Munich (München) is the capital city of Bavaria, Germany. It’s situated on the banks of the River Isar north of the Bavarian Alps. Munich is the 3rd largest city in the country, after Berlin and Hamburg. As of latest measurement the city of Munich has a population of 1.35 million people.

Munich is an huge city which has several districts including City Center, Schwabing, Olympic area, Haidhausen, Neuhausen & Nymphenburg and Thalkirchen containing all the basic travel needs for an successful holiday including sightseeing, restaurants, nightlife and accommodation. Munich is also known worldwide for its architecture, culture, history and of course festivals such as the yearly Oktoberfest. Some even state and believe that Munich’s cultural scene outranks Berlin by its quality of museums as well architecture. Although heavy bombing and damage during the second world war, many historic buildings have been successfully rebuilt.

Munich is an easy reach from anywhere in the world through the Munich International Airport, which is the second largest airport in Germany but can also be reached by train or car from many European destinations. For traveling within the city, use the Tram (streetcar), bus or U-Bahn (subway), when traveling to suburbs use the S-Bahn. Travel tickets go per individual, day or weekend trip.

Travelers to Munich need a valid passport and visa. American citizens will receive a 90 day visa upon arrival. To transport yourself within the city is easy, Berlin offers many different forms of transportation. There’s trains, trams, subway, bus and taxis. The best period to visit Berlin is the summer months from June till August when outdoor cafes, restaurants and events come alive.

Benin City

Benin City, not to confuse with Benin is the capital of the Edo State in the south of Nigeria. The city is situated approximately 25 miles north of the Benin River and 200 miles east of Lagos by road. Benin City is the center of two Nigerian industries including processing palm nuts for oil and the rubber industry. As of latest measurement the city has a population of 1,3 million people.

Benin City was once, one of West Africa’s most important cities until the British came and robbed the city’s valuables. Nowadays the city is still an important center of traditional African arts. The national museum for example, nearby the Oba Palace are both great locations to view Benin City’s finest pieces of arts, even of which the British stole most. The particular beauty of Benin City is the surrounding moats which are historical like the great walls of China, and were used as defense against enemies. The moat has taken over three years before it was complete, further more is the city of Benin known for having the “Best Bronze Casters” in West Africa.

The city center of Benin is rather compact, therefore it’s easy to get around. Although some rules apply, especially when traveling alone. Keep a look at the taxi’s, officially these should be painted red, rather than wine in the body, and yellow on the roof. If a taxi isn’t painted red/yellow they aren’t a official taxi, beware of stepping in. Getting around at night, is pretty much the same as daytime, yet if a commercial vehicle carries no passengers, feel skeptical about entering or stepping in. Besides buses and taxis you can also travel on motor bikes. Be aware that by law the movement of commercial motorbikes between the hours of 7PM and 6AM is not allowed.

Furthermore while in Benin City; try eating Suya which is baked meat, kinda like BBQ but much better, as well pounded yam and obgolo soup named Draw soup and try drinking Palm wine straight from the farmers, as the bottle wine doesn’t taste as good.

To get a Nigerian visa, you must have a passport that is valid for up to at least six months. You must also present your yellow card or current vaccination certificate along with evidence of sufficient funding for your stay. Round trip tickets are also necessary to show that you are planning to stay in Nigeria for only a certain period.

Walcheren

Walcheren is a peninsula in the province of Zeeland in the Netherlands, enclosed by the Nord Sea, the Westerschelde and the Veerse Meer. The coastline consists of dunes and made up dykes. Walcheren counts 113.000 residents, on a area of 216 square kilometers, it’s the densely populated area of Zeeland. In 1953 Zeeland was caught by a flood disaster, but Walcheren had almost no damage. To prevent such a catastrophe, the Netherlands started in 1958 the Delta works. A dam across the Oosterschelde connected Walcheren to North Beveland, which in his turn, has been connected to the province North Brabant at the mainland. A side effect of these Delta works where that the connection of Walcheren whit the rest of the Netherlands eminent was improved. The dam across the Oosterschelde closed in the water off the Veerse Meer, which became a popular aquatics area, what attracts many tourists.

Middelburg is the provincial capital, it lies in the centre of Walcheren. It a beautiful town, where you can travel with an open boat through the old canals. On both sides there are beautiful old buildings en warehouses, there are very low bridges and an old sluice. Your guide will tell you all about it during the trip. In Middelburg there is also Family Amusement Mini Mundi, it has amongst other things a family coaster, a swing boat and there is a 10 meter high balloon tower. For the kids there is an inside and outside playground.

Vlissingen is the main harbor, it lies in the south. A great attraction in Vlissingen is the Arsenaal, It’s a sea aquarium, where they have the biggest collection off marine animals. You even can pet sharks and rays here. There is an 65 meter high viewing-platform with a spectacular view over sea and from where you also have a view at one off the Europe’s biggest harbors. Fort Rammekens is the oldest sea fort of West Europe, its partly due, but has still the impressive appearance of time. It was build in 1547. Fort Rammekens forms the heart of a unique nature on the banks of the Westerschelde. It’s surrounded by a beautiful wooded area where you can take a delightful walk. It’s a beautiful and quiet environment.

The Veerse Meer is a unique world in development for diving enthusiasts. Eels, lobsters, anemones, shrimps and flatfish can be seen at every dive, as can also the beautifully brilliant-colored colonies of tube sea-squirts. The Veerse Meer is also an aquatic area, where you can go surfing, sailing, wakeboarding, kite-surfing and waterskiing. Naturally you can just enjoy the beaches from Walcheren for swimming, walking or building a sand castle There are several good restaurants en theatres on Walcheren, and you can chose to overnight in a luxury hotel or sleep in a beach hut or on a campsite. Walcheren is fun for everyone.

Aloha, Jalan P. Ramlee

Situated in Kuala Lumpur’s best and most popular nightlife area Jalan P. Ramlee, up market Golden Triangle and nearby KL’s landmark attractions Suria KLCC and Petronas Twin Tower lies the 30,000 square foot and three and half story high Ahola nightclub, bistro, restaurant and exclusive VIP Lounge. The club is famous for it’s interior design style including modern lounge couches, large bar, ambient lighting which changes according to moods and a friendly staff. The club is opened every night till 3 AM, with the busiest nights being Friday and Saturday. Ahola has no cover charge.

Each floor plays its own music, with a wide variety from 80’s to modern and the latest R&B hits. As of latest information Ahola has a “Wednesday Night Hula” promotion where if 5 ladies as a group enter Ahola before 11pm they will receive a free bottle of Jonhy Walker Black Label worth 233 RYM (about $68 US). The Aloha nightclub fusses it’s mystique, uniqueness and modernity of Hawaii tradition and matches up with international nightclubs and hangouts such as New York, Paris and Amsterdam. When visiting the Jalan P. Ramlee area, or looking for a fun night out try stopping by Ahola later at night.

Once the club lights turn on, you’re a little drunk and hooked up with a girl it’s time to go home. Upon the exit of Ahola you will get flooded by expensive taxi drivers and hustler. It’s best to avoid them, turn right and proceed to the main road to hail down a metered taxi. The only club opened after 3 AM in Kuala Lumpur is Hot Zone which is opened till morning, it’s not known by every taxi and located in an old shopping mall about 5 to 10 minutes away from Jalan P Ramlee street.

Club Ahola
Lot 924, Jalan P.Ramlee
50450 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2711 7266
Fax: 03-2711 7233

Jalan Bukit Bintang

Jalan Bukit Bintang is a famous, some locals even say premier street in the capital city of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur. The street begins at the Pavilion Shopping Centre running all the way down to the junction with Jalan Pudu, another parallel running street which is active 24 hours per day. The street is especially famous for it’s high quality malls and hotels located at the far end of the street. Though the street also has a cheap side right after walking by KFC, this area can also become rather shady especially during the night with a few souvenir stalls and hustlers offering massages or sex.

A pedestrian walkway is situated at the side of the Pavilion Shopping Centre, it’s filled with restaurants, cafe’s and bars. Most of them offer killer happy hour deals on meals and drinks, though as a visitor be prepared on busy times during these hours, as well the constant running cold air-conditions, along with loud music coming out of each individual restaurant, bar or shop. It doesn’t stop here, most restaurants have several LCD flat-screens playing on several channels, along with other customers talking, laughing and eating it generates one big cluster of sound. Love it, or hate it, the food being served it cheap and enjoyable. To avoid the crowds, simply go beyond happy hours.

Most of the shopping centers in the area are high end and provide luxury like the Star Hill Shopping Centre, Sungei Wang and BB Plaza. They are huge, have several levels and are filled with branded stores, for endless shopping on clothes, high tech electronics, perfume and other goods sold on average 450 shops per mall. All of the malls are open from 10 am till 10 pm, have a food court, fast food, coffee shops, restaurants, game stations and ATM machines to the customers availability. Another popular mall in Kuala Lumpur is the Mid Valley Mega Mall just about 15 minutes from Jalan Bukit Bintang.

There’s just one nightspot on the Jalan Bukit Bintang street, named Not which is situated upstairs at The Ship, opposite of BB Plaza. It’s been ongoing for years, have a live band playing and a cover-charge like most night places in KL. The main crowds are young locals, the bar gets packed around midnight. Although the lady-boy show can also be a good portion of fun for the open minded traveler. While semi-naked men, pretending to female dancing is stage has permission from authorities, there’s no authorities for actual females dancing alike.

All by all should the Jalan Bukit Bintang street be on the checklist of travelers to Malaysia’s capital city Kuala Lumpur. Just like a visit to Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown and Jalan P. Ramlee nightlife area.


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