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Thu, 29 Jul 2010 19:16:04 GMT+00:00
Channel with Luxe City Guides TechWhack (press release) We're confident they will love the content on the new travel channel, as well as the exclusive mini guide we have created just for them. ...

29% Increase In Hotel Guests From Saudi Arabia In First Half 2010 - Al-Bawaba
Sun, 01 Aug 2010 09:16:51 GMT+00:00
Al-Bawaba Abu Dhabi, tipped by leading travel guides Lonely Planet and Frommer's as a top 10 destination to visit this year, is upping its leisure tourism proposition ... Abu Dhabi draws more visitors from Bahrain Trade Arabia

Are travel guides helpful or do they just narrow our experience of a different culture?
Q. I wanted to ask this question because I feel that travel guides often make sweeping generalisations and stereotypes about people, culture and society, preempting preconceived ideas about a potential destination. I often see other travellers in a cafe for example, reading their guide book rather than actually experiencing the holiday they are having. I find this confusing. Are travel guides just a money making scheme written by people who don't know the truth about a country, or do they have a genuine benefit to travellers and destinations alike?
Asked by antonio - Fri Aug 21 20:24:10 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I personally have had guides in Kenya, Tanzania, Egypt, Amsterdam (just a city tour), and Peru. Only one was not so great that was Amsterdam. The others were very serious about providing the best experience. They all loved their country, and were passionate about telling its history. They shared the good and the bad. They showed us the real history, even things that might not be so "tourist friendly". I've had guides invite me to their home and met their wives, and children. They've cooked dinner for me (not part of the trip) They've gone way above and beyond the call of duty because I showed them that I really cared and wanted to learn. I guess what I am telling you is this... if you are passionate about learning about a place, your guide… [cont.]
Answered by Lana T - Fri Aug 21 23:13:04 2009

How to get a job as one of those travel guides in Travel channel....etc. more info below.?
Q. I want to be one of those travel guides on TV.. where i travel in different cities around the world and show them on TV... is there something specific that you call them??? how can i become one?
Asked by !!! - Sun Oct 26 12:45:06 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If I knew how, I'd be one already!! Haha but in all seriousness, you need to have a well qualified background, such as a pro chef, (Anthony Bourdain) , or journalism skills, with a myriad of information, a well developed vocabulary and most importantly, an entertaining person who can present the place. Don't be fooled, alot of those hosts research afterwards to add commentary to the show, it's not like they know all the facts that they edit into the show. But I think the travel channel is looking for a personality who has a unique 'charm' about them. Not to sound vain, but frankly, I think I'd be great! How 'bout a joint effort? haha. Try sending in videos or something or go to casting calls.
Answered by KevForTomorrow - Sun Oct 26 12:56:54 2008

What is considered to be the first travel guide book?
Q. I'm not talking about Victorian era, I'm wondering way back in history if there is evidence of Arabic or Chinese or Indian travel guides and what their context is (written by a holy man or explorer or merchant perhaps?) Thanks
Asked by Whenderson - Wed Oct 7 11:56:10 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. like well that one book...with the guides...about travel...you know...
Answered by Ra6chel (the 6 is silent) - Wed Oct 7 15:27:34 2009