Tuesday 31 July 2012

Top 5 Tourist Places To Travel In Massachusetts | United States


Massachusetts is a U.S. state in the New England region of the northeastern United States of America. Massachusetts is the 7th least extensive, but the 14th most populous of the 50 United States. Massachusetts has played a significant historical, cultural, and commercial role in American history. Massachusetts is a leader in higher education, health care technology, high technology, and financial services. This state is overflowing with history, outdoor and sport activities, music and entertainment, and a confluence of ethnic groups and foods. Here is a list of top 5 attractions of Massachusetts.

1. Worcester Art Museum: 

Worcester Art Museum
The Worcester Art Museum opened in 1898 in Worcester, Massachusetts. This is the second largest art museum in New England. This Museum houses over 35,000 works of art dating from antiquity to the present day, representing cultures from all over the world. This Museum consists of a café, library, museum shop and a year round roster of classes for adults and children. Here you will get an amazing cultural experience. Don’t miss this place.

2. Butterfly zoo:

Butterfly Zoo
Butterfly zoo is specially intended for the breeding and display of butterflies. Some butterfly houses also has other insects, scorpions, spiders, etc. Guide tours may last about fifteen minutes. During this tour you, guides may show you butterfly eggs, caterpillars, and chrysalides. Here, in this butterfly house you will find over 500 species of living butterflies with which they may associate up-close and personal.

3. Nantasket Beach:

Nantasket Beach
Nantasket Beach is in Hull, Massachusetts. This is one of the busiest beaches in Greater Boston. Here you can enjoy sand-side boardwalk and you can also catch live performances by local performance artists. You will be definitely amazed by everything.

4. Martha’s Vineyard:

Head Cliffs Martha Vinyard
Martha's Vineyard is an island and it is located in south of Cape Cod in Massachusetts. This Island and is the 58th largest island in the United States, and the third largest on the East Coast of the United States. Here you will experience some of the most beautiful summer weather in the world.

5. Buckman Tavern:

Buckman Tavern
Buckman Tavern is a historic American Revolutionary War site. This is located on the Battle Green in Lexington, Massachusetts. This place is operated as a museum by the Lexington Historical Society.

Top 5 Tourist Places To Travel In Connecticut | United States

Connecticut is a state which is in the New England region of the northeastern United States. Connecticut is the 3rd least extensive, the 29th most populous of the 50 United States. This state was one of the original Thirteen British colonies who formed the United States. In Connecticut you will find a lot of fun attractions and a wealth of history. Here is a list of top 5 places of Connecticut.

1. Gillette Castle State Park: 

Gillette Castle
Gillette castle was originally a private residence commissioned and designed by William Gillette, an American actor who is most famous for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes on stage. This park consists of the castle and its grounds and receives 300,000 annual visitors. It includes a museum, hiking trails, and a picnic area, and holds many theatrical celebrations.

2. Hartford:

Hartford
Hartford is the capital of Connecticut. If you’re interested in self-guided walking tours, Hartford is an excellent place to do this due to its small size. If you are in Hartford then you can visit some of the places like Bushnell Memorial Park, Old State Capital, the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch and Traveler’s Tower observation.

3. Sleeping Giant:


Sleeping Giant Mountain
Sleeping Giant of south-central Connecticut is a rugged trap rock mountain located 8 miles north of New Haven. The Giant is known for its expansive cliff top vistas, rugged topography, and microclimate ecosystems. The park is a lovely place to hike and get stunning views, especially from the stone tower vantage point, where you can get amazing views.

4. Windsor Locks:

Windsor Locks
Windsor Locks is a town located in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States. Windsor Locks is home to one of the most interesting places to visit in Connecticut – The New England Air Museum.

5. Mystic:

Mystic sign
Mystic is a village in New London County, Connecticut, United States. Mystic is located within the towns of Groton and Stonington. Mystic Seaport is a great recreation of a period seaport village. If you are with kids then you can visit Mystic Aquarium and can see the sea lion show.


5 Beautiful Places to Travel in Nebraska | United States


Nebraska is a state on the Great Plains of the Midwestern United States. Nebraska has many historic landmarks such as pristine state parks, forts and many cultural attractions like Great Platte River Road Archway Museum. Nebraska is known as the land of corn and cattle. You will definitely have a relaxing vacation here. If you are going to Nebraska then don’t miss these top 5 places of Nebraska.

1. Boot Hill:

Boot Hill Graveyard
Boot Hill is in Ogallala, located in north central Nebraska. Here, old-time burials were laid to rest in a historic cemetery, where the dead were generally buried with their boots on - hence the name, "Boot Hill”.

2. Orpheum Theater:

Orpheum Theater
Orpheum Theater is in Omaha, Nebraska. This theatre is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Orpheum hosts programs best served by a more theatrical setting, including the Broadway across America-Omaha series and Opera Omaha.

3. Niobrara State Park:

Niobrara State Park
Niobrara State Park is a state park of Nebraska, USA. It is located on the bluffs at the confluence of the Missouri and Niobrara rivers. Here you will find a variety of animals, most notably the white-tailed deer, roam about the park. There is also a swimming pool and an interpretive center.

4. Lincoln:

Lincoln City
The City of Lincoln is the capital and it is also the second-most populous of Nebraska, United States. Lincoln was founded in 1856. In this city you will find a variety of things to do and see. This city boasts a Children’s Zoo and a Children’s Museum. You will definitely have in this city.

5. Fort Atkinson State Historic Park: 

Fort Atkinson West Rampart
Fort Atkinson State Historic Park is located right on the Nebraska-Iowa border. It is a national historic landmark. Here you can enjoy live traditional-craft demonstrations and Civil War re-enactments every weekend. It’s a very interesting place to visit.

Top 5 Tourist Places to Travel in Minnesota | Unites States of America


Minnesota is in the Midwestern United States. Minnesota is the 12th most extensive and the 21st most populous of the U.S. states. Minnesota is known for its relatively mixed social and political orientations, and has a high rate of civic participation and voter turnout. This state ranks among the healthiest states, and has a highly literate population. This is a beautiful state. This state consists of many beautiful places. Here you will have so much to do and to see. Here is a list of top 5 places of Minnesota.

1. Voyageurs National Park:

Voyageurs National Park
Voyageurs National Park was established in 1975. This park is notable for its outstanding water resources and is popular with canoeists, kayakers, other boaters and fishermen. The main body of the park is only accessible by boat or, in the winter, by snowmobile, ski, or snowshoe. This park has several boat ramps and visitor centers around its periphery.

2. Itasca State Park:

Itasca State Park
Itasca State Park was established in 1981.About 500,000 people visit Itasca State Park annually. This Park contains the headwaters of the Mississippi River. It is Minnesota's oldest State Park. Within Itasca State Park there around 100 lakes, 50 miles of hiking trails, 100 electric campsites, and over 200 drive-in campsites. Here you can see a plenty of historical sites. You can also enjoy plenty of camping, hiking and fishing.

3. Gooseberry Falls State Park:

Gooseberry Falls
Gooseberry Falls State Park is a state park of Minnesota, USA. It is located in Silver Creek Township. The park offers 70 non-electric camping sites. There are 18 miles of hiking trails, including 8 miles of mountain bike trails. It is the beautiful and calming sights you will see while at Gooseberry falls.

4. Lake Minnetonka:

Lake Minnetonka
Lake Minnetonka is a lake in the U.S. state of Minnesota. This Lake is located west-southwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul. It is a very popular destination. The lake is an irregular shape with numerous bays and islands. Throughout the lake you will see multi-million dollar homes and lavish boats. You will not find a shortage of things to enjoy on this lake.

5. Mall of America:

Mall Of America
The Mall of America is a shopping mall located in Bloomington, Minnesota. This mall was opened in 1992 and it receives 40 million visitors annually. It is the second largest mall in the United States. . There are 520 stores throughout the enormous three level malls. There is an indoor park here. This theme park includes roller coasters, rides, games, and other attractions. . Other attractions in this mall are Lego Land, a Movie Theatre, and a flight simulator. Mall of America attracts millions of tourists every year.

Top 5 Tourist Places to Travel in Wisconsin | Unites States of America


Wisconsin is located in the north-central United States and is part of the Midwest and Great Lakes regions. Wisconsin is the 23rd most extensive and the 20th most populous of the 50 United States. Wisconsin's capital is Madison, and its largest city is Milwaukee. Here you can get plenty of American History and breathtaking landscapes. Here is a list of top 5 places of Wisconsin.

1. Big Bay State Park:

Big Bay State Park
Big Bay State Park was established in 1963.Big Bay State Park is a state park of Wisconsin, United States, on Madeline Island. It is the biggest of the islands, and boasts beaches, caves, thick forests, trails, rivers and more attractions for outdoorsy types. The park is open year-round, though winter visitation is mostly limited to hunters, snowshoers, and cross-country skiers.

2. Miller Park:

Miller Park
Miller Park is a ballpark and it is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Miller Park features North America's only fan-shaped convertible roof, which can open and close in less than 10 minutes. Large panes of glass allow natural grass to grow.

3. Capitol Building:

Capitol Building
Wisconsin’s Capitol State building is in Madison. It houses both the chambers of the Wisconsin legislature along with the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the Officer of the Governor. The Wisconsin State Capitol is the tallest building in Madison. One hour tours of the building are free. You can see the fine artwork in nearly every room and can spot the 43 different types of stone used in the construction.

4. Lake Geneva:

Lake Geneva
Lake Geneva is a city in Walworth County, Wisconsin, United States. It is located on Geneva Lake, it is southwest of Milwaukee. It is popular with tourists from metropolitan Chicago and Milwaukee. The mansions on the lake are immense and dramatic .Here you can take a tour of the lake by boat.

5. Door County:

Door County Sign
Door County is a county in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. Door County is a popular vacation and tourist destination, especially for residents of Wisconsin and Illinois. There are many things to do here like hiking, biking, camping at peninsula State Park and so many other things.


Virgin Atlantic: 100 triệu bảng cho Upper Class Suite

(Viet Aviation) 100 triệu bảng là số tiền mà Virgin Atlantic đã tiêu tốn để nâng cấp dịch vụ hạng Thương gia. Số tiền này bao gồm việc làm mới cabin với tên gọi Upper Class Dream Suite, xây thêm một phòng chờ Clubhouse tại phi trường New York JFK rộng 10.000 feet vuông.

Virgin Atlantic Upper Dream Suite trước tiên chỉ có trên Airbus A330-300 mới, chuyến bay số hiệu VS003 - VS004 từ London đi New York và ngược lại. Dự tính 3 năm sau, hãng Virgin Atlantic sẽ trang bị Upper Class Dream Suite trên toàn bộ đội bay đường dài.



Ấn tượng nhất là quầy Skybar thiết kế hiện đại đủ chỗ cho 8 người. Chiều dài 2.7m, đèn LED đổi màu liên tục, nội thất bóng bẩy, thức uống hảo hạng... Giữa quầy bar và khoang hành khách Upper Class Dream Suite phân chia bằng tấm màn được kết 1000 viên pha lê Swarovski!







Ghế giường nằm hạng Thương gia sắp hình zig-zag với 33 chỗ. Nệm da êm ái, chiều dài 87 inches (2.2m), các vách ngăn được làm từ nhựa trong suốt cho cảm giác không gian rộng hơn bình thường:




Upper Class kiểu cũ:


Sang trọng, rộng rãi, thoải mái, ấn tượng, lung linh, rực rỡ... là những gì có thể diễn tả về Upper Class Dream Suite!

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Ảnh mô hình Airbus A350XWB


(Viet Aviation) A350 là sản phẩm máy bay thân rộng của Airbus nhằm thay thế A340 và đối thủ cạnh tranh trực tiếp với Boeing 777. Tính đến tháng 7/2012, đã có 548 đơn đặt hàng cho loại máy bay này.

>> Skytrax 2012: Giải thưởng First Class <<

Khoang Hạng nhất (First Class) và hạng Thương gia (Business Class):



Cũng giống như Boeing 777, 787, phần đầu của máy bay có cabin nhỏ dành cho phi công khi bay chặng dài nghỉ ngơi:


Nội thất Business Class theo trào lưu mới nhất hiện nay: kiểu xương cá (herring bone). Tận dụng được khoảng không gian tối đa, đảm bảo sự riêng tư tuyệt đối, ghế ngả thành giường nằm rộng rãi, thiết kế hiện đại... là những ưu điểm ngày càng được minh chứng rõ rệt.



Ghế hạng Economy Class nằm ở khoang kế tiếp. Đây cũng là chỗ Airbus đặt cabin crew rest dành cho tiếp viên trong các chặng bay siêu dài xuyên Thái Bình Dương hoặc liên lục địa Âu Á thư giãn...


Overhead bin rộng rãi, các vali tiêu chuẩn có thể đặt nằm ngang với dàn đèn led hiện đại:


Cửa sổ rộng hơn, chỉnh mờ bằng điện, đèn mood light... tương tự cabin Boeing 787:



A350 có giá từ 245 đến 320 triệu USD. Chiều dài tối đa 74m, tầm bay xa nhất 15.700km ở độ cao 43.100 feet (13.1km), vận tốc tối đa 945km/h. Airbus lên kế hoạch trình làng chiếc máy bay tầm xa thân rộng này vào năm 2014.

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Monday 30 July 2012

Ứng dụng công nghệ giải trí trên phi cơ

(Viet Aviation) InFlight Entertainment (IFE) thiết bị vốn được xem là xa xỉ trước đây chỉ trang bị cho hạng Thương gia thì nay đã lắp đặt rộng rãi ở hạng Phổ thông. Ngay cả hãng hàng không giá rẻ cũng không nằm ngoài cuộc chơi này với màn hình hiển thị lớn hơn, sắc nét hơn và nội dung cực kỳ phong phú dành riêng cho hành khách của mình.


“InFlight Entertainment” những năm 1950: đánh cờ hoặc tán gẫu!


Emirates Airlinws tiên phong gắn màn hình cá nhân lên mỗi ghế vào năm 1992:


Bạn phải trả tiền mướn iPad trên các chuyến bay Jetstar Australia. Ví dụ 10 AUD (khoảng 8.5 USD) cho chặng Melbourne - Gold Coast:



Cathay Pacific nâng cấp màn hình rộng 9 inches điều khiển cảm ứng cho Economy Class trên Boeing 777:


Sạc pin điện thoại khi đang bay là chuyện bình thường. Cathay Pacific Boeing 777-200ER:


Rất tiện lợi cho các tín đồ mê đọc sách mà không làm phiền hành khách bên cạnh:


Virgin America tự hào có Red Store được thiết kế giao diện rất bắt mắt:


TrayVu - bàn ăn và screen thiết kế 2 trong 1:


TrayVu Slim trang bị Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 inches. Hành khách phải trả 10 - 15 USD cho dịch vụ này của West Jet (Canada):


Hạng thương gia (Business Class) American Airlines có thêm lựa chọn giải trí Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 inches bên cạnh hệ thống IFE có sẵn!


Dù là hãng hàng không giá rẻ nhưng Fly Dubai cũng tỏ ra không thua kém với bất kỳ tên tuổi lớn nào. Tuy nhiên bạn phải trả từ 10 đến 30 AED để thưởng thức trọn vẹn 150 bộ phim, 250 album ca nhạc và nhiều chương trình giải trí hấp dẫn khác:


InFlight Entertainment tương lai sẽ có 2 màn hình cảm ứng, điều khiển bằng cử chỉ, độ phân giải HD, dung lượng cực lớn...:



Để tìm hiểu về IFE của Qatar Airways, top 10 hãng hàng không trang bị hệ thống giải trí cho hành khách tốt nhất hoặc Emirates áp dụng công nghệ internet vệ tinh các bạn click theo các đường dẫn trên.

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