Romantic gateway to Paris

By now, I am sure you have already heard the news that AirAsiaX will be flying to Paris (Orly) on 14th Feb 2011.

How I wish i am the one flying there on Valentine's Day...Paris being the most romantic place on earth. Oh well, only if I am in Paris to see if it's really true.

Anyway, for those of you who managed to booked your flights to Paris, I guess you have made your research prior to your booking. In fact, when i googled Orly at google maps next to my dream destination, Paris, it only takes around 40 mins to the capital city of France.

The packages offered by Air Asia seems pretty economical especially the hotel located at the suburbs of Paris. Anyone who have been to Europe/France knows that its one of the most expensive cities to live in. As such, the promotion on the hotels are rather economical and make way for those on budget. Imagine, for a 5days 4nights at Paris cost a decent RM 2400 per person inclusive of flight ticket, tax and hotel accomodation.

With so many places to visit, especially the acclaimed Eiffel Tower, Arch de Triomphe, those who loves history will pretty much enjoy the monuments and scenic view of Paris. Not forgetting, The Louvre Museum is a MUST-visit place in Paris. People say you've never been to Paris until you've stepped in to these 3 places. Eventhough we have read and watched so many movies about Paris, the Mona Lisa painting located at The Louvre Museum is a definite YES for any art lovers. If you've watch Da Vince Code, Leonardo Da Vinci is equally famous for his works of art and sculpture, and these are places who want to visit in Paris.

For those who think history are boring subject, then this will interest you...Chanel, Dior, Hermes, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Louis Vuitton and Yves Saint Laurent. YES, all these are french fashion. Of course, you'll ooh and ahhh when you to step into these fashion streets.

France is also famous for its wine especially in Champagne, 150 km east of Paris. Take a day tour enjoying wine tasting and visit the stunning 13th century Rheims cathedral. Those colourful vineyards are a must-see and a  good location site for outdoor photos.  Famous vineyards :to visit are Moët et Chandon in the village of Hautvilliers, Reims and Mumm, another famous Champagne wine cellar.

Another place that caught my attention is Normandy approx 4 hrs drive from Paris. At times, you will read articles in the newspaper promoting this place in France. Discover world famous Mont-Saint-Michel, an incredible French island off the coast of Normandy topped by a spectacular 12th century abbey. Since you will go to France atleast once in your entire life, then make sure you visit this place for a life time experience.

If you have kids going along, then another place to visit and have the adreline rush would be Disneyland Paris. Other than that, you might want to go for a romantic dinner cruise with your spouse, enjoy a cup of coffee by the road side, visit to Palace of Versailles or even enjoy a night of Moulin Rouge show. If you have nothing to do, then head toward The Hilton Arc de Triomphe Paris hotel, just in case you meet Paris Hilton!

Holiday season is here again !!

Are you travelling this holiday season??

If you are, time for rejoicing as you will be among the thousands / millions going for holiday this December...

Before I blog further, let me just introduce why I decided to come up with this blog. As some of my friends may know, I love to travel, especially buying ZERO-FARE air tickets from Air Asia each time they are out. And YES, you are right, I will be the first to purchase the tickets at zero fare or at great bargains.

I have to specially thank, Joon Hui for his idea on this blog 'holidayguru'. So, i do hope lots of people will come and read my blog and get as many ideas on travelling. Besides, getting air asia tickets are not as difficult as you seem. If you devote enough time on planning, i believe anyone can purchase zero fare promo any time.

For starters, if you would like to purchase low fare tickets from air asia, you will need to log in to airsia.com at 12 midnight everyday to know their latest air fare or keep lookout on your email. If you intend to get cheap fares, definately you have to endure some physical pain by losing some beauty sleep to gain this promo fare.

In order for you to plan for an ecomonical fare such as rm 1500 to Taiwan 7D/6N with accomodation, transport, sightseeing, meals, etc. It doesnt take a genius to strike a lottery. All you have to do is plan early!!
REMEMBER, air asia always come out with a promotion 8 to 12 months earlier.

So let's say you intend to travel to Taiwan in Nov 2011, then the low fare tickets will be out in probably Nov 2010. The earliest is 8 months (meaning for Jul to Nov 2011), you need to book in Nov 2010  to plan because air lines need time to plan for their mileage and preparation, imagine flying to Taiwan with just 10-20 passengers. They will be making losses !! So when the date approaches to 1 - 2 months and the air lines still facing 50 -75 % less passenger load, they will come out with last minute fare to entice the crowd. In this circumstances, normally Air Asia will cut up to 20-30 % off the fare. So, if you are one of the last minute shopper, you might get travel bargains at times if you are lucky, and that also need you to lose some beauty sleep by logging in at mignight most time for a better deal.

That's all for now and happy holidays!

Stay tune !