Climb Taishan mountain in China's Shandong province up about 6,500 steps. Beautiful views and ancient sites...

I am greatly looking forward to white water rafting while in NZ, and I found this website for access to class 5 rapids. It's located on the northwest coast of the South Island near Hokitika.

Does anyone know when might be the best time to go? Would there be decent rapids in late January / early February?

http://www.riverplay.co.nz/AdventureRaftingItinerary.htm

We can't forget to visit the island of Ischia(sp?)

http://www.ischiaonline.it/

Overall hostel site for London with many recent ratings..http://www.hostellondon.com/

Here's a newly renovated hostel in London near Paddington Station with rave reviews. about 25 pounds per person per night for a double bed private room with private bathroom. Right now, that's about 44 USD pp. http://www.travelstay.com/pages/WakeUpLondon.htm