We’ve been to Russia in Moscow’s airport last year when we had a stop over to Armenia. So Russia is our destination this summer vacation, though we didn’t apply for visa yet because I am still waiting for the release of my passport. I renewed my passport almost two months ago and hopefully I could get it in few days so we could forward our papers to the travel agency that will help us to get a  Russian visa.

The thing is these past few days my husband was a bit worried about me because of racism issue in Russia to non-white people.  He offered that if I like he would buy me ticket to another country I would like to visit instead of traveling to Russia.  I didn’t bite his offer but I am now a bit scared of going to Russia know.

Any tips for travelling to Russia?

Canada is one of the most visited countries in the world, and from its spectacular mountains to the vast landscape of rainforests and national parks, it really is an amazing place to holiday. 2013 has been a big year for Canada, mostly because of the large range of new attractions that have opened across the country.

Canada is one of the few countries in the world that is able to offer such a wealth of natural beauty combined with energetic activities and entertainment. Whether you’re looking for a skiing holiday adventure or a sun-kissed beach holiday, Canada has it all, and from local cuisine to water sports, there’s so much to take advantage of. Let’s take a look at some of the best new attractions in Canada for 2013!

Montreal

One of the most loved cities in Canada, Montreal is so much more than a tourist hotspot. Not only does it offer one of the best entertainment districts in the country, but its diverse culture, from food to art, continues to cement its place on the tourist map. With the opening of the brand new planetarium on the April 6^th, Montreal will have a new gateway to the stars, and located in the middle of Space for Life, the country’s biggest science museum, it’s sure to be a real hit!

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Combining with the Botanical Gardens as well as the Biodome Insectarium, the Rio Tinto Alcan Paletarium is $48m worth of contemporary excellence, and it’s also extremely eco-friendly. Taking over two years to build, its stunning exterior mirrors its technologically creative interior, and there’s no doubt that kids will be awe of the vast selection of entertainment inside.

The Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium blends art with science, and it offers a simplistic and original approach to astronomy, namely to gain interest from amateur star-gazers in Montreal, as well as the rest of the country. From the Milky Way Theatre to the Chaos Theatre, visitors are taken on a journey of sound, space and spectacular visuals, mapping the historical course of planet Earth while exploring the surrounding cosmos. Compare prices online before you travel to Canada when looking to rent a car for your holiday.

Vancouver

Vancouver is another extremely popular city in Canada, and 2013 has seen a number of new additions to the entertainment industries. Take Fly Over Canada for example, a popular attraction for tourists, and one of the most exciting things to do in the city. Located at Canada Place and opening in May, visitors will be able to see Canada’s biggest, best and most beautiful sites with the help of the latest virtual flight technology.

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Guests are strapped into their seats while a huge spherical screen is lowered down around them. With amazing views the country, you’ll be taking on a spectacular virtual journey across the country, with sounds, smells and cinematic music to make your experience even more authentic. The faster you travel across the country, the more wind you’ll be able to feel blowing through your hair, with astounding attention to detail on the Fly Over Canada tour.

After about an hour of wandering and enjoying the sight cherry blossoms at the back of National Assembly we took the subway and decided to visit Namsan Park to see more flowers and cherry blossoms. I am not expecting that Namsan Park is where the N Seoul Tower or Namsan Tower is located I thought it was just below the mountain but when we arrived at the top of Namsan mountain I was a little bit disappointed not because it is the same park but because the flowers are not yet blooming.

I think it will take one more week before the flowers bloom, it was just too bad that I can’t return to Seoul everyday. From Chungmuro Station (Seoul Subway Line 3 or 4), Exit 2  we take Namsan Shuttle Bus (Yellow) 02 or 05 in front of Daehan Theater (대한극장).