Sunday, January 31, 2016

Airports in Sweden

Book cheap flights to Sweden to have new experience in this beautiful country. As a country in Northern Europe, Sweden owns many beautiful natural landscapes and the unique historical culture.

Cheap flights to Sweden
Cheap flights to Sweden

Sweden is one of the countries in Northern Europe in Scandinavia. In terms of geographical location, Sweden shares border with Norway to the west, Finland to the northeast, Bothnia and Baltic Sea to the east and the south. Stockholm is the capital of this country. Sweden has stretching coastlines to the east and majestic mountain system of Scandinavia, a vast mountain range which constitutes the border between Sweden and Norway. Meanwhile, this kingdom has the sea border with many countries such as German, Russian Federation, Denmark, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. With 449,964 square kilometers, Sweden is the largest country in Northern Europe with the population of 9.5 million people. About 78% of Sweden area is forest, while the area of arable land is only about 1%. The north is heavily forested; the west is mountainous region, while Southern Sweden is predominantly agricultural. Sweden is located in the Arctic area, but due to the great influence of the Gulf Stream, Sweden climate is relatively mild. In summer, the average temperature is about 15°C – 17°C. In winter, there is the difference between the south and the north, the average temperature in the north is -14°C and the south is -10°C.

Tourist attractions in Sweden

Waterfronts in Sweden
Waterfronts in Sweden

Sweden is an attractive tourist destination for tourists around the world with many attractions. Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmoe are the top destinations for tourists when visiting Sweden. Among them, Gothenburg tops the list, because the city has relatively cheap service prices, many attractive places, and friendly and hospitable citizens. It is also the second largest industrial city in Sweden, the hometown of the famous car brands worldwide like Volvo and Ericsson mobile phone.
Gothenburg by night
Gothenburg by night

Tourists should visit around the city with attractions such as Central Square, Poseidon Statue - the symbol of the city. Poseidon status stands majestically as protecting the prosperity, peace to the city. Skansen Kronan Fortress is located on the poetic hill, was once a famous prison in the war. Now, it has become the military museum for tourists to visit and learn. Haga will be a great place with lovely wooden houses built from the 19th century. Liseberg Amusement Park, the largest park in Nordic region is also interesting place in Sweden for relaxation. Interestingly, tourists should experience the feeling of sailing along the Gota River to admire the beauty of Gothenburg city on the beautiful days.
Gamla Stan from Katarinahissen
Gamla Stan from Katarinahissen

Leaving Gothenburg City, tourists should drop by Stockholm of Sweden. Stockholm was once the Gamla Stan medieval town with magnificent Royal Palace and Riksdag Palace. Visiting Stockholm, tourists can walk around the maze with ancient narrow alleys of Gamla Stan. Also, coming here tourists can buy a famous Tre Kronor shirt - the symbol of Sweden and plastic Viking hat. Tourists who are interested in exploring natural beauty of forest and mountain in Stockholm should drop by the large Djurgarden Island, this would be the appropriate place to discover and learn about nature. The city is known for museums such as Skansen and Vasamuseet. Those who love the quiet and peace can visit Skeppsholmen Island and Kastellholmen Island which have stunning beaches.
Adelgatan in Lund
Adelgatan in Lund

Lund city is famous for thrilling fairy tales of Andersen. Walking on the clean and clam paved roads in Lund, watching the surroundings and windows of colorful old houses, tourists seem to be back to the interesting fairy tales on their childhood. Lund city always hides an ancient and idyllic beauty with the Nordic architectural style. The idyllic, quiet beauty of local people always attracts the attention of tourists. In addition, there are many other attractions in Sweden such as Visby Ancient Capital, Gamla Stan Old Quarter, Kalmar Castle, Stockholm Island and Drottningholm Royal Palace.

Airports in Sweden

Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport

Currently, Stockholm-Arlanda Airport is the main airport in Sweden. It is exploiting daily domestic and international flights direct to/ from Sweden. In addition, tourists can choose flights from Sweden to destinations around the world easily at some major airports of Sweden such as:
- Stockholm-Bromma Airport (Stockholm)
- Göteborg Airport (Göteborg)
- Trollhättan-Vänersborg Airport (Trollhättan)
- Kristianstad Airport (Kristianstad)
- Storuman Airport (Storuman)
- Mora-Siljan Airport (Mora)
- Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport (Helsingborg)
- Kalmar Airport (Kalmar)
- Örebro Airport (Örebro)
Presently, tourists who want to choose cheap flights from Sweden to Vietnam can book cheap tickets of the reputable airlines in Asia. Airlines operating flights Sweden - Vietnam are Qatar Airways, China Southern Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Air China, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates...

Popular airlines in Sweden and to Sweden

Scandinavian Airlines Airbus A319
Scandinavian Airlines Airbus A319

Scandinavian Airlines is the multinational airline of Sweden, Norway and Denmark. Also, it is the largest airline in Europe. It always offers the best service for customers. The airlines is currently operating cheap flights to Europe and some countries in other continents including America, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and China… Popular and low-cost airlines flying to Sweden are Czech Airlines, Finnair, EasyJet Switzerland, Air China, Air Berlin, Air Croatia, Air France, Air Serbia, Austrian Airlines operated by Tyrolean Airways, Belavia, Czech Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Emirates, Aegean Airlines, Adria Airways, Estonian Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Germanwings operated by Eurowings, Icelandair, Iran Aseman Airlines, Iraqi AIrways, LOT Polish Airlines, Luxiar, Pegasus Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, TAP Portugal, Swiss International Air Lines, SunExpress, Ukaine International Airlines, Untied Airlines, Vueling and some other airlines.

Other useful information

Stockholm City Centre
Stockholm City Centre

- Meat, fish, potato and bread are the most popular dishes in Kingdom of Sweden. If tourists want to try the unique traditional dishes of this country, they should taste Husmanskost. Tourists should choose Michelin-starred restaurant to enjoy specialties of Sweden. In addition, there are popular dishes of the Nordic region as black sausage, meatballs, potato dumplings, pickled herring...
- Stockholm has many famous shopping centers in Sweden with fairly reasonable price. If tourists are not European citizens, they can buy duty-free goods because this country provides tax exemption for all tourists who are not members of EU. All shopping centers, supermarkets, department stores in Sweden are opened all week.
- Swedish people attach much important to queuing. Therefore, when tourists come to anywhere that needs queuing they should not jostle with someone, otherwise they will get the unsympathetic eyes of the people here. Please adhere to the queue, take the number if available and wait for their turn.
- Transportation system in Sweden is very convenient, roads are wide and clean, traffic jam rarely occurs. Tourists can choose many different means, but the most common public means here are bus and bicycle. Therefore, the air in major cities of Sweden is always fresh and almost no dust. Traveling with two means, tourists not only can save cost for tourists but also have the chance to see the city more.
- The official currency in Sweden is euro, but tourists can also use US dollar, so they should change money into one of two types of currency. Tourists should change currency at exchange foreign currency counters at airports or banks to get the higher rate than other places.
- There is an interesting thing in Sweden that is restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs are not allowed to sell strong liquor. If tourists want to buy and drink strong liquor, they can only come to restaurants belonging to the chain store of Systembolaget. Under Swedish law, the citizens over 20 years old are allowed to buy strong liquor. Maybe thanks to this, social evils rarely occur in Kingdom of Sweden.


Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Ireland useful information

Ireland is a peaceful and romantic island county in North -Western Europe. Book cheap flights to Ireland to explore the long history and culture with beautiful castles and majestic natural landscapes.

Cheap flights to Ireland
Cheap flights to Ireland

Ireland also known as Republic of Ireland is located in European with the area of 70,782 square kilometers and the population of more than 4.5 million people. Though Ireland is situated in Europe, it is an island country. It is bordered North Ireland to the north, Atlantic Ocean to the west and south and the Irish Sea to the east. Ireland has the relatively flat terrain. The center of Ireland is mainly plains surrounded by many small and large lakes and rivers. Among them, the longest river is Shannon River running through two famous lakes of Lough Derg and Lough Ree. The high mountains are mainly concentrated in focus on the coast with Carrantouhill Mountain that has the highest peak of 1040m. Eastern and central Ireland is mainly plains, so land is very fertile. Ireland is also known as an emerald island thanks to a beautiful verdant countryside like a painting. Temperatures between regions in Ireland are similar because Ireland is influenced by the Gulf Stream. Between January and February, the temperature is the coldest months with the temperature from 4-7°C. The warmest months are July and August with the temperature of 14-16°C. 
Ireland stipulates that all citizens have the right to the religious freedom. Christianity is the predominant religion with over 86% most followers, including the Roman Catholic Church is the largest church. The country is ranked as one of the highest rates of regular Mass attendance in the world. The Protestant denomination is the second largest religion in Ireland with about more than 4%. The Muslim accounts for 0.8% and over 4% of population have no religion. Although the number of Hindu and Buddhism populations is growing. 

Tourist attractions in Ireland

Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin, Ireland
Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin, Ireland

The first destination when setting foot in beautiful country of Ireland is Dublin. Also, this is the city attracting numerous tourists in Ireland. The Dublin City is the convergence of unique museums, large parks with fresh air and romantic scenery. Coming here, tourists should visit the gentle and poetic river of Liffey to admire firsthand the beautiful symbol of Dublin capital as Custom House built in the 18th century, ancient Hapenny Bridge designed impressively and unique, the Church of St.Patrick and St. Jamess Gate Brewery.
Temple Bar, Dublin
Temple Bar, Dublin

Tourists will feel relaxed when walking along Liffey River to Temple Bar Tourist Street, then enlisting to visit museum located near the street. Traveling to the northern bank of Liffey River, tourists will see the building of Liffey International Financial Service Center designed extremely modern and impressive. Docklands pier is a venue for major events such as the famous Fringe Festival. Another attraction that tourists should not ignore is Grand Canal Theater, an extremely impressive and unique architectural masterpiece creating a highlight for Dublin capital.
Aran Island stone walls
Aran Island stone walls

In addition, Aran Island is also an interesting destination for those who like to explore the life in rural areas and traditional customs of this country. Meanwhile, tourists who love nature can visit Glenveagh National Park to experience the wonder of nature. Coming here, tourists can participate in hiking and climbing, and watch many famous wild animals. If tourists want to learn more about the history, cultural tradition of Ireland, they should drop by well-known museums such as Dublin Museum, Garda Museum and so on.
Abbey Theater in Dublin
Abbey Theater in Dublin

Other attractions tourists should visit are Abbey Theater with beautiful ancient architecture that often takes place the famous plays in the world; Trinity College, Blarney Castle, Howth village with stoned stacked into countless terraces stretching to the sea. Interestingly, tourists can spend time discovering lush green hill on Dublin Bay. North Null Island is the home to wild species and many rare species of birds in winter.

Airports in Ireland

Dublin Airport Original Terminal Building
Dublin Airport Original Terminal Building

Dublin Airport is currently the main international airport in Ireland. This airport is serving direct domestic and international flights to/ from Ireland. Tourists can choose flights from Ireland at some major airports such as
- Cork Airport (Cork)
- Shannon Airport (Shannon)
- Waterford Airport (Waterford)
- Kerry Airport (County Kerry)
- Weston Airport (Dublin/ Leixlip)
- Galway Airport (Galway/ Carnmore)
Presently, tourists who want to book cheap flights from Ireland to Vietnam can select cheap flights of prestigious airlines in Asia. The popular airlines from Ireland flying to Vietnam are Vietnam Airlines, Thai Airways, China Southern Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Jetstar Asia, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, British Airways, etc.

Popular airlines in Ireland and to Ireland

Aer Lingus A320
Aer Lingus A320

Aer Lingus is the most popular airlines in Republic of Ireland. It is also the largest airlines in Europe. Its quality of service is appreciated by passengers. The airline currently offers cheap flights to Europe, Asia and some countries in other continents including American, Turkey, and United Arab Emirates...
Popular and low-cheap airlines flying to Ireland consist of Delta Air Lines, Emirates, Finnair operated by Nordic Religional Airlines, Germanwings operated by Eurowing, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Swiss International Air Lines, Air France operated by CityJet, Air Moldova, Arkia Israel Airlines, British Airways operated by BA CityFlyer, Croatia Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Icelandair, Mistral Air operated by Go2Sky, Travel Service Airlines, Thomson Airways, US Airways operated by American Airlines, WetJet, Transavia France and other airlines.

Other useful information

Dublin Bus
Dublin Bus 

- Unlike other countries, Ireland has no metro, the main public vehicle here is bus, tram (or so-called Luas), train and bicycle. In this country there are bike lanes, so rent a bicycle to explore the city is also a great choice. There is a bus from Dublin Airport to the city center with the price of about 6 euro/ way and 10 euro/ round-trip ticket. To reduce cost, tourists should purchase round-trip tickets and keep it carefully. 
- Main cities of Ireland have many supermarkets selling fast food, the price is quite cheap compared to many European countries. Tourists can sit at tables next to the windows to eat and watch the streets. Bread, sausages, Pâté, pizza, cheese and vegetable stew are always available and are the choice of most tourists. Fruits include apples and grapes divided into small bags; they are very tasty and quite cheap.  
- The official currency in Ireland is Euro, but tourists can also use USD in many places, so tourists should change into one of two types of currency for convenience. Tourists should change money at the exchange foreign currency at the airport or big banks to get a higher rate than many other places. Also, tourists can easily pay with international credit cards such as Visa, Master...at the shops, restaurants, supermarkets and larger shopping centers, luxury hotels...When paying with cards, tourists should review price on the bill and keep it carefully.
- Ireland cuisine is not too special. Two traditional dishes that tourists should try are the bacon and Irish stew. In addition, other dishes that tourists should not ignore are sausages, beef with five spices - cabbage, mashed potato, Dublin Lawyer... To enjoy the taste of traditional Irish cuisine, tourists should arrive at famous restaurants, crowded bars or join a cozy family dinner of Irish.
- To book hotel, tourists should consult and book via the website specializing in hotels as Expedia.com, Booking.com, Hotels.com, priceline.com... There are many cheap hotels the tourists' choice such as Generator Hostel Dublin with the price of 70-80 Euros/ night for 1 room for 4 adults and the hotel also equips with computer connected free Internet. Tourists should find hotels near the tourist area for easily traveling, visiting and entertaining.


Sunday, January 24, 2016

Austria useful information

Cheap flights to Austria are the chance for visitors to watch the dreaming landscape, visit ancient places or immerse in unique cultural festivals. Austria is one of the world’s richest and most peaceful countries, also an ideal destination of visitors.

Cheap flights to Austria
Cheap flights to Austria

Austria is officially known as Republic of Austria.  The country is a member of United Nation as well as European Union. Austria territory covers 83.858 square kilometers with the population of more than 8 million people.  It borders Germany and Czech Republic to the north, Slovakia and Hungary to the east, Slovenia and Italy to the south, Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west.
About 60% of the country is mountains including part of the Alps to the east- one of the longest and largest mountain ranges in Europe. Meanwhile, Bohmen Mountain runs to Bayern state of Germany's southernmost and the Czech Republic, the eastern border area is majestic Carpat Mountain. Grossglockner Mountain with the height of 3797m in Hohe Tauern is the highest mountain in Austria. The rest are vast deltas located in the eastern Austria, running along the second longest river in Europe - Donau. Austria has dry climate from west to east; the east and southeast is continental climate.

Tourist attractions in Austria

Vienna State Opera
Vienna State Opera

Vienna is always an indispensable destination in the trip to Austria. The capital attracts visitors by beautiful landscapes, magnificent ancient palaces and castles. The blend between modern and ancient beauty of Vienna has created the attraction for visitors. Additionally, there are indispensable attractions in Austria such as the Museum of Art History, Church of St. Stephen, the Museum of Music - Haus der Musik, Danube River, Augustinian Friars church, Vienna National Opera, Vienna Furniture Museum, Wotruba Church, Stephansplatz Square, Hofburg Castle, and Royal Treasure Museum.
Bregenzerwald in Austria
Bregenzerwald in Austria

Located not far away Vienna, Bregenzerwald is dubbed as the most romantic paradise in Austria. There is an extremely romantic landscape with vast green forests covering the eyes of visitors. Coming to Bregenzerwald town, visitors will feel like they get lost to a peaceful, poetic, romantic and mysterious world.
Neptune Fountain in Schönbrunn Palace
Neptune Fountain in Schönbrunn Palace

Schönbrunn Royal Palace is always an attractive place of visitors around the world and also one of the most popular tourism spots of Austria. The palace is designed very nicely and impressively, combined with the beautiful French garden; the harmony between the palace and landscape has created the attraction of this architectural work. Schönbrunn Palace and garden was recognized as the world heritage in 1996. 
Hallstatt Village in Austria
Hallstatt Village in Austria

Hallstatt Town is considered as the gem of Austria. The town is located in Salzkammergut Lake with the altitude of 500m above the sea level. The village is famous for beautiful houses shimmering on the lake with surrounding spectacular mountains. This is always a relaxing place of visitors. 
Interestingly, visitors can visit the birthplace of Mozart - the talented composer. The apartment where Mozart's family lived in has become a popular attraction of tourists. Coming here, visitors can admire the violin that Mozart played in his childhood and violin playing in his concerts, the clavico, piano, objects, and many photos of him and his family.

Airports in Austria

Vienna International Airport - Skylink interior
Vienna International Airport - Skylink interior

Presently, Republic of Austria exploits several domestic airports and one international airport (Vienna International Airport). Among them, Vienna International Airport is serving direct flights to/ from Austria. Tourists can choose flights from Austria at some major airports such as
- Vienna International Airport (Vienna capital)
- Innsbruck Airport (Tyrol)
- Graz Airport (Graz)
- Klagenfurt Airport (Carinthia)
- Linz Airport (Linz)
Visitors in flights from Austria to Vietnam will arrive at two largest airports in Vietnam including Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) and Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi) can easily select flights of the reputable carriers in Asia. Airlines exploiting cheap flights Hanoi - Austria are Qatar Airways, Air France, Korean Air, Kuwait Airways, Turkish Airlines… While airlines operating flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Austria include Qatar Airways; Vietnam Airlines, Korean Air; Turkish Airlines; Etihad Airways; China Airlines…

Popular airlines in Austria and to Austria

Austrian Airlines Boeing 767-3Z9ER
Austrian Airlines Boeing 767-3Z9ER

Austrian Airlines, Air Alps, LTU Austria, Lauda Air and InterSky are 5 most popular airlines in Austria.  The quality service of these airlines is quite good.  These airlines are operating cheap flights to Europe (including Eastern Europe and Northern Europe) and Asia (Korea, China, Qatar, Turkey).
The major and low-cost airlines fly to Republic of Austria are Ukraine International Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, SunExpress Deutschland, SkyWork Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Qatar Airways, Transavia, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa Regional operated by Lufthansa CityLine, Iran Air, KLM operated by KLM Cityhopper, Kuwait Airways, Montenegro Airlines, Eurowings operated by Austrian Airlines, Croatia Airlines, EgyptAir, Air China, Aeroflot operated by Rossiya, Adria Airways, Air Algerie, airBaltic, Air Cairo, Air Malta, Air Moldova, Air Serbia, Alitalia operated by Alitalia CityLiner, Brussels Airlines, Georgian Airways, Finnair operated by Nordic Regional Airlines, Korean Air, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Pegasus Airlines, Freebird Airlines, Europe Airpost, Bulgaria Air and other carriers.

Other useful information

Mariahilfer Strasse Shopping
Mariahilfer Strasse Shopping

- Appropriately 95% of Austria population use German; therefore German is the official language of this beautiful country. In addition, there are Slav language and other languages of ethnic groups also used in Austria.
- Note that when purchasing any goods with cheap prices or promotion at shops, visitors should check carefully the quality of that item. Because in Austria, goods sold with cheap price and discounted usually are not good.  So before deciding to buy visitors should think and check very carefully.
- In Austria, there are many unique souvenir, exquisite handicrafts... If having items those visitors like and are affordable, they should buy because it is difficult to have the second chance to but such items.
- Famous gifts that visitors should purchase in Austria is the Austrian wine - the indispensable wine in the party in Austria, Demel bakery- a famous delicious cake in the world, Sacher cake - a famous delicious specialties of Austria, Mozart balls, made of extremely delicate porcelain items, Australia coffee and delicious Chocolate. These are meaningful gifts for friends, family and relatives. 
- Bargain hotel room rate: If visitors stay at luxurious hotels, they do not need bargain. However, if visitors rent rooms in hostel, budget hotel or motel, they should bargain to get the most reasonable prices, especially when the journey is not on important holidays of this country.  Also, on the important occasion, the room rates often increase. 
- If traveling to Austria right at the time of major festivals in Austria, visitors should not miss the chance to join and enjoy yourself in these famous festivals such as Life Ball Festival in Vienna, Christmas and Krampus Night Festival usually held on December 5th each year. 
- If tourists are followers of fashion, the popular shopping places are always the first choice.  Shopping is always an indispensable activity when coming to Austria. The popular and prestigious shopping places are Mariahilfer Strasse, Landstrasser Hauptstrape, Favoritenstrape, Kramergrasse and Alter Platz.


Wednesday, January 20, 2016

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Popular flights to Ukraine

Book cheap flights to Ukraine, tourists will have the exciting experience of a new land with many special architectural works and unique culture. Among top 8 countries thriving on tourism in the world, Ukraine attracts millions of visitors each year.

Cheap flights to Ukraine
Cheap flights to Ukraine

Ukraine is one of large countries in Europe. It borders Russian Federation to the east, Belarus to the north, Poland, Hungary and Slovakia to the west, Rumania and Moldova to the southwest, and the Black Sea and Sea of Azov to the south, respectively. Ukraine has an area of 603.7 thousand square kilometers with nearly 50 million people. Its capital is Kiev. Ukrainians make up 73.6% of the population, while Russians account for 21.1%. The rest are 1.3% of Jews, 0.8% of Belarusians, and 0.5% of Bulgarians. The official language here is Ukrainian.

Tourist attractions in Ukraine

Golden Gate in Kiev, Ukraine
Golden Gate in Kiev, Ukraine

Like other capitals in Eastern Europe, Kiev is an ideal destination in Ukraine. Kiev is the oldest city in Eastern Europe. The popular attractions here are Independent Square, St Sophia's Cathedral - dating from the 11th century, National Theatre, Khreshchatyk Street, Pecherska Lavra - an ancient and beautiful monastery built eight centuries ago, the St. Andrew's Cathedral -this former summer residence of Queen Elizabeth of Russia, Golden Gate - seen as a solid barrier protecting the city during the 11th century.
Saint Sophia Cathedral in Kiev
Saint Sophia Cathedral in Kiev

St. Sophia's Cathedral is extremely impressive work with the green roof created its specific characteristics. The most famous architectural work in Ukraine was recognized as world heritage. Besides, tourists can visit and explore the area of Vietnamese community in Kharkov. Tourists will feel the life and culture of Vietnamese community here. Odessa is the ancient port city with beautiful beaches, museums, squares, monuments... Coming here, tourists can relax and walk along Primorsky Boulevard, visit Rechelieu Duke Statue - founder of Odessa, and then climb the Potemkin ladder leading to the harbor.
A corner of Black Sea in Ukraine
A corner of Black Sea in Ukraine

Black Sea will be a preferred place for those who want to explore and relax on the beach. Tourists who prefer to explore and go trekking should come to Carpathian Mountain to participate in skiing, fishing, hunting and hiking. Other indispensable attractions in Ukraine are Smotrych River Canyon, Trinity Church, St. Nicolas Cathedral, Mintrans building, Odessa Opera and Ballet Theater, Folk Architecture and Life Museum, Kamianiec Old Fortress and Khotyn Fortress.

Airports in Ukraine

Boryspil International Airport - Terminal Hall
Boryspil International Airport - Terminal Hall

Ukraine is one of countries having many operating airports in Europe. In which, many airports are serving daily domestic and international flights to/ from Ukraine. Tourists can choose flights from Ukraine at some major airports such as:
- Boryspil International Airport (Boryspil, Kiev)
- Dnipropetrovsk International Airport (Dnipropetrovsk)
- Chernivtsi International Airport (Chernivtsi)
- Donetsk International Airport (Donetsk)
- Zaporizhia International Airport (Zaporizhia)
- Uzhhorod International Airport (BruneiUzhhorod)
- Simferopol  International Airport (Simferopol )
- Lviv International Airport (Lviv)
- Zhulyany Kiev Airport (Kiev)
Presently, flights from Ukraina to Vietnam will reach two largest airports in Vietnam including Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) and Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi). These flights are connecting ones; passengers have to transit at one of airports in Asia or Europe. Airlines offering cheap flights Ukraine - Hanoi are Vietnam Airlines, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines… Cheap flights Ukraine - Ho Chi Minh City are also operated by Vietnam Airlines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines…

Popular airlines in Ukraine and to Ukraine

Ukraine International Airlines 737
Ukraine International Airlines 737

Ukraine International Airlines, Aerosvit Airlines and Windrose Airlines are the 3 most popular airlines in Ukraine. They are operating domestic and international cheap flights to Europe (including Western Europe, Eastern Europe), Middle East and Asia. Popular and low-cost airlines flying to Ukraine consist of  Aeroflot operated by Rossiya, Air Arabia, Air Astana, S7 Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, LOT Polish Airlines, British Airways, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Astra Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Turkmenistan Airlines, UP operated by El Al, Taban Air, Estonian Air, Ellinair, Czech Airlines, Belavia, Azerbaijan Airlines, Austrian Airlines, AirBaltic, Aeroflot.

Other useful information

Street in Kiev
Street in Kiev

- Vareniki, borshch and pirogi are famous traditional dishes of Ukraina cuisine. If tourists are unfamiliar with the Eastern Europe cuisine, they can easily buy kebab or sushi on several streets. If tourists wishing to enjoy the delicious tastes of coffee should drop by Pobeda coffee shop near Kyev Station. Most restaurants and coffee shops in Ukraine have menus written in English and Ukrainian. Also, tourists can enjoy delicious coffee of Ukraine, Italy, France, and America.
- Ukraine is also an ideal shopping destination. Here is a meeting place of famous brands around the world. In addition, Kiev is dubbed as the shopping paradise for those who are fans of souvenirs’ collections. However, it is not a good news that Kiev is one of the most expensive cities in Europe. So, you should consult and bid before purchasing.
- Tourists should change a little money of Ukrainian Hryvnia at the airport to use if necessary, because credit cards are not always able to withdraw money from ATMs in Ukraine.
- In Ukraine, cars, subways and buses are fairly common means of transportation. Walking is also an interesting experience. Local people here are very friendly; if tourists do not understand the map, it is easy to ask local people for help.


Sunday, January 17, 2016

Tourist attractions in Russia

Cheap flights to Russia will be great opportunity for tourists to explore the country of birch trees with diverse cultures and unique landscapes. Once setting foot here, tourists who love nature will be enchanted by the green steppe, clear lakes and wild.

Cheap flights to Russia
Cheap flights to Russia

Russia or known as Russian Federation is a country in the north of Europe and Asia. It is a large country in the world bordering Ukraina, Finland, China, Mongolia, Estonia, Belarus, Kazakhastan, Gruzia, Latvia, Litva and Poland (through Kaliningrad Oblast), Azerbaijan and North Korea. It also shares maritime border with America through Bering Strait and Japan via Okhotsk Sea. Russia has the largest area in the world with 17,075,400 square kilometers, accounting for more than one-ninth worldwide area. Despite being the largest country in the world, Russia is the world's ninth most populous nation with nearly 142 million people. 
As its area extends across Asia and Europe, Russia has about 11 different time zones and a variety of environments and terrains. Russia has the largest mineral and energy reserves in the world. Also, it owns the world's largest forest reserve and occupies a quarter of fresh water which is not frozen worldwide. Due to large area, Russian Federation often has different types of climate depending on many factors. But almost Russia's territory only has two distinct seasons: winter and summer. While fall and spring are very short because of the changes in the weather between winter and summer. In winter, the weather is quite cold. The coldest month is January on mainland and February on the coast. The summer is hot and humid; July is often the hottest month in Russia. 

Tourist attractions in Russia

Saint Basil Cathedral
Saint Basil Cathedral

Moscow is the top destination attracting numerous tourists every year. Coming to Moscow, tourists will have the opportunity to discover the whole city on the most modern metro system in the world. Make sure that this experience will leave an extremely deep impression on tourists. The popular attractions in Moscow are Lenin Hill, Kremlin Palace, Red Square, President Ho Chi Minh Monument, St. Basil's Cathedral, Christ Church, Victory Park, Museum of round painting, Arbat Old Town, Alexandrovsky Garden, MGU School, Monument of anonymous martyrs, Sparrow Hill, underground supermarket, Kutuzovsky Triumphal Arches, Moscow Zoo, Treti- yakovskaya Art Museum, Vietnamese markets in Moscow, Lomonoxov University...
Palace Square, Saint Petersburg, Russia
Palace Square, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Visiting Saint Petersburg, tourists will be impressed by the rich culture and history of Russia. There are plenty of attractions such as the Winter Palace - one of the most famous palaces in the world, Ermitajz Meseum - the largest museum in Europe, the Church of St. Issacs, Peter Cannon Station, Pushkin Village, Nicholas I monument, Statue of St. Paul, the largest bookstore in the city, Open Bridge, Petro-Dvarets, Peter I Monument... The church of St. Isaac is considered as an architectural wonder of the old tsarist empire. The church was built by dozens of gems and jade. Inside the church is designed with large space, interior decoration is extremely impressive with the exquisite reliefs, mosaics, murals, and glass window imbued with Orthodox style. In particular, the dome of St. Isaac Cathedral was decorated with more than 100 kilograms of gold and is more than 100m high creating a gorgeous and magnificent beauty for the church.
Golden Ring - State Historical and Architectural Museum Preserve
Golden Ring - State Historical and Architectural Museum Preserve

In addition to the attractions above, tourists should drop by Golden Ring, which has the old towns, an outdoor museum, palace, church imbued with Russian cultural architecture, Ostankino Tower with the height of 540m, Bolshoi Theatre – famous training center of Opera and Ballet in Russia. Apart from Moscow and St. Petersburg, Russia owns countless attractions such as: Kazan, Novosibirsk, and Nizhny Novgorod…

Airports in Russia

Domodedovo International Airport
Domodedovo International Airport

Currently, Russia is one of the countries owning the most airports in Eastern Europe. Among them, there are many airports operating direct domestic and international flights to/ from Russia.  Tourists can book cheap flights from Russia to many destinations around the world at some major airports such as:
- Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)
- Roschino International Airport (Tyumen)
- Sochi International Airport (Sochi)
- Kurumoch International Airport (Samara)
- Vladivostok International Airport (Vladivostok)
- Volgograd International Airport (Volgogard)
- Roschino International (Roschino)
- Khrabrovo Airport (Kaliningrad)
- Mineralnye Vody Airport (Mineralnye Vody)
- Yakutsk Airport (Yakutsk)
- Kadala Airport (Chita)
Flights from Russia to Vietnam are presently have main destinations as Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) and Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi capital) offered by Vietnam Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Qatar Airways, China Eastern Airlines, Thai Airways, Emirates, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, Japan Airlines, and Aeroflot Russian... Cheap flights from Moscow to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City are mainly exploited by the carriers. They also operate cheap flights to Europe, and many continents in the world.

Popular airlines in Russia and fly to Russia

Aeroflot Airbus A320-200
Aeroflot Airbus A320-200

Aeroflot, S7 Airlines, Transaero and VIM Airlines are four major airlines in Russia. These airlines are operating domestic and international cheap flights to Asia, Middle East, Americas, and within Europe. Popular and low-cost airlines flying to Russia are Air India, Vietnam Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Ukraine International Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Pegasus Asia operated by Air Manas, Royal Jordanian, Pegasus Airlines, Montenegro Airlines, Mistral Air, Kyrgyzstan Air Company, Japan Airlines, Israir Airlines, Iberia, Meridiana, Brussels Airlines, Blu-express operated by Blue Panorama Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines, Air Berlin, Aegean Airlines, Tajik Air, and British Airways

Other useful information

 
Stary Arbat, ul Arbat, Moscow
Stary Arbat, ul Arbat, Moscow
- In Russia if tourists stay at 3-5 star hotels, the service carrying luggage to their room will be charged about 8-10 USD/suitcase. Personal items as toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs, and slippers will not be available; therefore, tourists should remember to bring the necessary items in the trip.
- Remember to bring essential items like sweaters, light jackets, scarves, medicine, hat, small umbrella, socks, colic medicine when traveling here in winter... The humidity in Russia is quite low, so tourists should carry lipstick lotion, body lotion, and saline...
- Tourists should not wear high heels or hard footwear, it will be inconvenient for tourists to get around on foot.
- Tourists should have information of the hotel where you are living to call them in case of incidents. The official language in this country is Russian; English is rarely used here.
- Security in Russia is ensured, but for the safety, tourists should be careful and must always pay attention to their belongings. They should go out in groups.
- The Russians respect the individual freedom, so tourists should heed prohibitive road signs. Those who violate may be fined.