I'm in Sydney for another 3 weeks, what are the MUST dos
I've been here for 2-3 already and have done well, err not much. Met up with friends and drank. I'm now feeling the urge to get out and do stuff. I'll probably come back here when it's hotter but what should I do know while I still have pennies. + where is recommended to get RSA & RCG. I've seen it advertised in a few places and I think I should get both but have spotted that ... [Posted by Chris N, in the Australia / New Zealand & The Pacific Forum - Jul 02, 07:03]

Western Ghats is going to be WORLD HERITAGE.
The pristine forests of Western Ghats have been recommended to be considered as a World Heritage spot. UNESCO members told reporters that the recommendation has been received from the Government of India and the papers are being processed. Herve Barre, representing the culture sector in UNESCO head office, Art Pederson, representing the World heritage Centre and Nicole Bolomey, representing Culture Tangible heritage said that India has about 27 heritage spots and the country has a very unique diversity which is useful in understanding local problems. Answering a query whether declaring Western Ghats as a world heritage spot will restrict the movement of local residents and effect developmental activities, the team said that it should be decided by the local government. The also informed that people can get involved in preserving activities, handicraft business, tourism activities. They said that the theme of the workshop was based on communities, livelihood and tourism. Karnataka tourism department is hosting the three-day workshop. About thirty foreign and Indian delegates were present. H T Ratnakar, AGM from KSTDC, Sridhar were present.

Beas Kund, Hamta pass or Chanderkhani pass for family trekking.
Which will be best and comfortable trek among Hamta pass, Beas Kund and Chanderkhani pass. I saw images of al these and am confused what I should do ?

Blue Mountains day trip asap? Sydney tours.
I'm in Sydney at the moment and was wondering if anyone wanted to do the Blue Mountains tour in the next couple of weeks. Or any other tour that should be done. :) ... [Posted by Chris N, in the Travel Companions Forum - Jul 02, 02:40]

Disney adds robotic Obama to attraction
He looks like President Barack Obama, speaks like him, and even gestures like him, but he is not exactly the president of the United States.

I need help with organizing my itinerary....
Here is my itinerary. I will be traveling to Italy & France for about 3 months. Scigliano – August (first or second week). I will be staying with family. Sorrento, Island of Capri, Positano, Amalfi Coast, Ravello (5 days) * I read that the Island of Ischia is a cheaper alternative to Sorrento that I you can visit the above places from this Island. Apparently, it’s not as touristy as Island of Capri and Sorrento. I don’t know because I have ... [Posted by Isabella36, in the Europe Forum - Jul 03, 15:09]

Santa Monica - Santa Barbara, HELP!
Hey guys, Anybody have any idea on the cheapest and easiest way to get to Santa Monica to Santa Barbara??? Hope you can help! ... [Posted by DaniAJ10, in the North America Forum - Jul 02, 19:06]

Camino Revisited (debrief)
Hello Scallop shellers, I'm interested in folks who have walked the Road to Santiago - what their reasons (in retrospect) were for embarking on the journey were, or still are. We walked to Santiago from Pamplona 12 years ago and I have always been fascinated with mine and others' motivations. Would love to hear from you. ... [Posted by almis, in the Europe Forum - Jul 02, 19:49]

Advice on Rail Pass choices & Itinerary sched (3 - 4 months)
I and my son (11yrs old) plan on backpacking around Europe for three to four months, starting 1st week of August. I have read conflicting advise specifically on which rail pass to purchase. I am hoping to get some clarity from this post as well as advise on other topics given the itinerary below. 1st leg- London (1 wk) - Amsterdam - Berlin - Prague - Krakow - Budapest - Vienna - Munich (3 ... [Posted by Lana-Josh, in the Europe Forum - Jul 02, 14:14]

Bus times for inter-country travel
Hi all Tomorrow I'm embarking on a new adventure, travelling South America on my own. I'm trying to find information on bus timetables in English (a bit of a long shot I know). Does anybody know any websites to check out? I've tried googling and most seem to be Yahoo questions and stuff, whic isn't too helpful. I was thinking that they can probably help me at the hostel if they speak English. Do they speak English in hostels over there? I'm ... [Posted by stupidn00b, in the Central/South America & The Caribbean Forum - Jul 02, 15:08]