Monday, September 27, 2010

The Beautiful Beach of Fernando de Noronha, Brazil


Fernando de Noronha is a small volcanic island found a few hundred kilometres off the coast of Brazil. One feels like you’re in the middle of the tropical Atlantic here - volcanic rocks jut into the sky and the scenery is of cliffs, pounding waves and beautiful beaches. The beaches of Fernando de Noronha are dramatic and stunning, ranging from cliff backed coves to long beaches popular with surfers. Fernando de Noronha has some of Brazil’s best surfing, and also some of the best scuba diving in addition to the country’s best beaches. Much of the island is a National Park as it’s full of endemic birdlife, and many of the beaches are important turtle nesting sites. All in all there’s many reasons to visit Fernando de Noronha.

Sunday, September 26, 2010

Vacations summer in Calabria Beach

Calabria, the southernmost province of Italy is surrounded by the crystalline waters of three seas, the Mediterranean, Tyrrhenian and Ionian seas. Across the Ionian sea lies Sicily, and beyond it the east coast of Tunisia on the African mainland, easily accessible by ferry. To the east lies Greece and the Middle East; to the west the Mediterranean stretches from the Straits of Messina to the Straits of Gibraltar. In the north of the region lies the stunning high mountain region, with an alpine landscape with excellent skiing, rich in forests and lakes. Around it are over 800 kilometers of the richest and most scenic coastlines that Italy possesses. There are many historical sites and temples, Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Norman, and Bourbon palazzos dot the region.
Miles and miles of white sandy beaches and rocky coves and the crystal clear and clean waters of the Mediterranean Sea. A backdrop of stunning mountains, hiding quaint picturesque villages, ancient ruins, luxurious spas and ski lodges among their wooded lower slopes. A perfect climate all year round in a region yet unspoilt by chainstores and mass tourism. This is the real Italian Riviera.
Recorded history begins with the rise of the Greek civilisation. Southern Italy lies on the main seaways between three continents, Europe, Africa and Asia, and many cultures and civilisations have contended for control of this small region. The inland highlands were remote in older times , and this remoteness created a regional character and culture still quite separate and unique in Italy, where Greek and Byzantine dances are still celebrated during the many festivals. Modern transport such as the international airport, highways and fast ferries, are now making the region easily accessible for the first time.



The Beaches in Calabria

The beach in Gioia Tauro is combo of 90% sand and 10% pebbles. (If you have sensitive feet we suggest you bring slip-on beach slippers for walking comfort). It's 3Km in length (great for taking those long beach walks) 75 meters wide thus plenty of space. There are several lido's, restaurants, bars and outdoor showers (during peak season). This beach is very under developed it's very family oriented and not over crowded. Lot's of free parking. Because it has no cliffs or mountains around, there's a constant breeze from the sea. On a clear day you can see the Lipari Islands and Capo Vaticano. The water is crystal clear - aqua marine.

The beach in Palmi is combo of 95% sand and 5% pebbles. (If you have sensitive feet we suggest you bring slip-on beach slippers for walking comfort). It's 1Km in length and in a cove 50 meters wide thus can be very crowded. There are several well established lido's, restaurants, bars. Free parking is limited (during peak season). This beach is moderately developed with family & singles attending and can be very crowded. It's surrounded by cliffs and mountains, there's little to no breeze from the sea. On a clear day you can see the Lipari Islands. The water is crystal clear - aqua marine.

The beach in Tropea  is 100% sand. * Voted one for the TOP 10 beaches in Italy 2004. The sand is granular and soft. It's 500 meters in length 30 meters wide thus can be very crowded. There are a few restaurants, bars and no outdoor showers. This beach is moderately developed and family/singles oriented. Hard to find free parking (during peak season). It's surrounded by cliffs, there's a light breeze from the sea. On a clear day you can see the Lipari Islands. The water is crystal clear - aqua marine.

The beach in Capo Vaticano is 100% sand. The sand is granular and soft. It's 500 meters in length and 30 meters wide thus can be very crowded. There are a many restaurants, bars and no outdoor showers (during peak season). This beach is moderately developed and family/singles oriented. Hard to find free parking (during peak season). It's surrounded by cliffs, there's little to no breeze from the sea. On a clear day you can see the Lipari Islands. The water is crystal clear - aqua marine.

The Beach in Scilla is 100% sand. The sand is granular and soft. It's 1 km in length 60 meters wide thus it's not crowded. There are a several restaurants, bars and no outdoor showers (during peak season). This beach is moderately developed and family/singles oriented. Very hard to find free parking (during peak season). It's surrounded by cliffs, there's little to no breeze from the sea. On a clear day you can see the Lipari Islands and the coast of Sicily. The water is crystal clear - aqua marine.

The new beach in Reggio di Calabria is 100% sand. (the sand was brought in from Gioia Tauro). It's 1Km in length (great for taking those long walks) 25 meters wide thus little space. There are many lido's, restaurants, bars and outdoor showers (during peak season). This beach is very developed. Families and singles enjoy this beach not crowded. Lot's of free parking. Because it has no cliffs or mountains around, there's a constant breeze from the sea. You can see the coast of Sicily and mount Etna. The water is crystal clear - dark blue.

The beach on the Ionian Sea (Capo Rizzuto, Locri, Soverato, Rocella etc) is 100% sand. Most beach towns have 4Km length beaches (great for taking those long walks) 60 meters wide thus lot's of space. There are many lido's, restaurants, bars no outdoor showers (during peak season). The beaches are very developed. Many singles enjoy these beach thus they can be very crowded. Lot's of free parking. Because there are no cliffs or mountains around, there's a constant breeze from the sea.

Friday, September 24, 2010

The Fantastic Pinones Beach of San Juan, Puerto Rico

Breaking away from the San Juan city limits the most scenic drive is up coastal Highway 187. Along Highway 187 is Pinones, where beach goers beat a path to because of the wonderful strip of sand. There are still traces of hurricane Hugo which hit in 1989. But the best thing we liked about Pinones is the paved bike path that runs some six miles through mangroves, rock formations, and hugs the coast.

You’ll see the signs off the Highway, and note a mile-long gravel parking lot. This is your cue for the most popular part of the beach. It is here that an offshore rock ledge forms an almost mile-long natural pool where families come to enjoy the sandy bottom and super calm water. And it’s never more than four feet deep! Now you know where to take the little ones, or just bring some cold drinks and chill out in paradise. Hard choices.

If you get to Pinones Beach early, you’ll be able to stake out one of the few coconut palms. If you don’t, make sure you bring some sort of shade.

When here, you’ll be able to count the many aircraft taking off out of San Juan International Airport. The beach and coast lie right in the flight path. And that’s the reason why one of the more popular surf breaks here is appropriately called “Aviones.”

Further east, we noted miles upon miles of sand dunes with coconut palms dotting them. It would seem you could hike along them for a day, but you’d probably be trespassing at some point. Make sure you take a canteen and a camera if you go.

Because of the rock ledge, swimming isn’t the best. But we found a nice swim area called Vacia Telega at the far eastern point of Pinones Beach, about where those dunes start. Don’t worry though. You can tan forever, or fish, as many do. Walk eastward to the point – you’ll enjoy the view.

One last tip – bring some drink and food as there isn’t always the occasional beach vendor here. But down at the west end of the strip, we did find El Pulpo Loco, with seafood and guess what?! Mountain bikes to rent! Make sure you ride the trail.

The Best Beaches of Greece for Holidays

Mykonos is famous for its beach culture that’ll help golden-up your tan. For the best beaches, head to the southern part of the island. These islands also have quaint fishing villages, seal watching opportunities, as well as an ancient language and culture.

Holiday resorts on other Greek islands are numerous and widespread, so that there is sure to be Greece package holidays that appeal to everyone, with just the right blend of nightlife, culture and relaxation. You will note that Palmyra Beach is ideally located for travelers who wish to broaden their knowledge of Greek culture and learn more about ancient Greek art and mythology. Hotel guests can commute easily to the Greek ancient sites of Athens to the Acropolis , to Cape Sounion, to museums and to other major historical sites. The alternating invaders, the peaceful settlers, and the country’s position at the crossroads between east and west, have all left their mark on the Greek cultural landscape. Archaeological sites abound in the country side, and museums in cities protect priceless artifacts from antiquity.

There are an almost endless number of beach resorts in idyllic locations around the world. From the party beach resorts of Ibiza to the secluded beaches of the Greek Islands or the tourist hotspots of Malaga and the Playa de las Americas, there is a beach holiday suited to every beach lover. Though most of the beaches here are built up with resorts, they are gorgeous enough to attract visitors, some rich and famous, from around the world. On this relatively large island there are numerous small villages, some with relatively deserted beaches. There are many resorts and organized beaches along Crete’s north coast, with the less crowded options on the south and west side. Whichever island you choose to visit, there will be a wealth of beaches waiting for you.

Most resorts have private beaches beyond the public beach area and the water’s edge. Visitors staying in the resorts, apartments and beach clubs here enjoy a quieter beach experience. In the same time, many resorts offer all inclusive vacation packages, that are the best way to really enjoy relaxed beach holidays. Athens can be a good platform where from tourists can explore other regions of Greece like: Corinth, Epidaurus, Makedonia with its capital city Thessaloniki and Mycenae. The busiest and best-known beach resort on the island is Skala Eresou on the west coast which attracts a mixed bag of holiday hordes – from north European package holidaymakers and hippy types to archaeologists and lesbian groups. The three-kilometre sandy beach here comes a close second to Vatera and offers all manner of tourist facilities including seafront tavernas with wooden dining platforms by the water.

With more than 2,000 islands, ranging from tiny atolls to the veritable continent that is Crete, maritime Greece is unmatched for sheer variety. Beaches, history, walking, cycling, water sports, festivals, food ecology: chances are if you want it, they’ve got it. Style bars in Heraklion (Crete) can serve the locals such vegan beery delights as Chimay and Hoegaarden. Blessed by Mother Nature, Crete delights the senses with its fertile valleys, mountain peaks, sacred caves, and fresh local goat cheese, basil, figs, and wine. This is a great place to explore (by car) and relax for a week if you’re not interested in island hopping.


Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Chabahar Seaport and Bandar Abbas Seaport

Chabahar Seaport

Chabahar is a seaport on the Oman Sea in southeastern Iran, where is the coastal area of the Oman Sea. Due to the prominent position it enjoys regarding access to the free waters, in addition to other aspects such as trade, commerce and navigation this part of Iran holds specific location. The winter months can be best for water sports and recreation.

On the coast of the sea, particularly in the southern region of Chabahar is a rocky coastal area with a beautiful landscape, specially during sunset. Parts of the shores of the Oman Sea is greatly valued for its recreational areas and those concerning the safe swimming zones, canoeing, water skiing and other such sports.


The Oman Sea contains various minerals and a variety of water species, in particular algae and plankton. These have a positive affect on the human body.

Caves and hills in a depth of 15 meters would bewilder any viewer. The sea in this part is intact and the aquatics are not afraid of divers. Chabahar coasts provide the best choice for water adventures such as windsurfing, diving and underwater excursions. 

Bandar Abbas Seaport and capital of Hormozagan Province
It is located on the south of Iran at an elevation of 15 meters above sea level and overlooks the strategic Strait of Hormoz. Bandar Abbas is the largest and the most equipped port, which occupies a strategic position of the greatest importance. In summer it gets sizzling hot and very humid here, but it's pleasant enough to visit in winter. 



The wide beaches are covered with silky sand, cleansed by fairly ample tides. The gentle slope provides a safe playground for children. The newly constructed hotels offer gardens, swimming pools and playing fields

Bushehr
The coast of this province is of two types,i.e., sandy and rocky. The latter in itself is a wonderful sight worth seeing. Being of limestone and due to the active water erosion, leaving beautiful and natural impressions behind. The sandy shores, however, provide recreational areas for water sports. Bushehr being close to the cities of Abadan, Bandar-e-Abbas, Shiraz in Iran; including other countries of Persian Gulf such as Kuwait and Bahrain, attracts many tourists and visitors during the winter season.

Friday, September 17, 2010

The Pasir Putih Beach,Situbondo East Java

Pasir Putih Beach is a maritime and nature tourism object because it lies between a sea and a mountain. And it said that the Situbondo Pasir Putih Beach became known because of its nice and beautiful, concave beach, with its sparkling white sand. The sea, the beach, the forest and the mountain are the main tourist attractions that you can enjoy.

Pasir Putih tourist resort lies on the north coast of East Java and along Bungatan district - 21 km to the west of the centre of Situbondo and easily accessible by any transportation because it is by the side of a main road from Surabaya to Banyuwangi. It is 174 km from Surabaya to Pasir Putih Beach and takes about 4 hours by bus and about 2 hours from Ketapang, Banyuwangi

Some tourist Attractions in Pasir Putih

As a marine tourism resort, Situbondo Pasir Putih Beach is the ideal place to practice water sports, such as swimming, diving, and wind surfing. This beach also often becomes the water sports competition arena, either of regional, or national scale. Like wind surfing, sailing, as well as traditional fishing boat competitions, are often held here.
Many attractions that you can enjoy over there, they are:

  • Diving.
    If you like Diving and under water adventure, Pasir Putih will bring you to your special satisfaction because it has beautiful under water life such as coral reef and colorful fishes.
  • Canoeing.
    Pasir Putih provides those who like canoeing with fiber glass canoeing board.
  • Swimming.
    It's very nice to swimming in the warm seawater of Pasir Putih tourism resort after having a great hike.
  • Sailing on the traditional boat. You can have great fishing or just having a close look at beautiful coral reef and colorful fishes.
  • Wonderful sunrise and sunset will give you special impression while your stay over there.
  • In October, you can see “ Petik Laut” (traditional feast for fishermen held to ask for the God's mercy and blessing, in order to get prosperity by holding some festivals, shows of traditional music like “Gandrung” and also by throwing some food, cakes, the head of an ox to the sea in special ceremony.

Public Facilities
Pasir Putih tourist resort is under Situbondo local government management and operated by a state enterprise of the local authority. It provides visitor with some necessary facilities such as:

  • Hotels and cafes. There are some hotels such as Sido Muncul Hotel which has 44 rooms, Mutiara Hotel which has 12 rooms, Pasir Putih Hotel which has 21 rooms, 10 motels and 26 cottages, 2 cafes, convention building enough for 1000 people and a large parking area.
  • All night diners, which sell various seafood
  • Art and souvenir shops. You can buy some wooden handicraft and others.
  • Sightseeing Huts
  • A tennis court
  • Camping area
  • Public convenience and playground
  • A swimming pool
  • A convention hall
  • Car rental and it is cost 350.000 for 18 hours (not including driver and fuel)
The route
You can get to Pasir Putih from two directions. First, from Bungurasih (Surabaya bus station), you can take the bus going to Banyuwangi and the fare is 16.000 rupiahs by a regular bus and it takes about 4 hours, but the fare is 26.000 rupiahs if you take patas bus (an air conditioned two-two seat which round trip route in one province with fixed fares). The second direction is from Banyuwangi, you can take the bus station with the bus fare of 13.000 rupiahs and from the station you can take a public transportation (bemo) or regular bus and fare is about 2.500 rupiahs..

The Mexican Riviera Beaches,Mexico

As anyone planning a Mexico beach vacation is aware, Mexico beaches are among some of the most tempting in the world. Mexico beaches are some of the most beautiful in the world. With pristine white sand, clear blue waters and a bevy of activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, swimming, surfing and much more. Chichen Itza, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Ixtapa, Puerto Escondido, Cancun, Cozumel and Cabo San Lucas are just a few of the more popular Mexico beach destinations.

Depending on your preferences, the best time to plan your Mexico beach vacation is likely between November and May. Although the weather is quite nice during the winter, Christmas and Easter generally attract huge holiday crowds and prices skyrocket. June and July are by far the hottest months of the year and Mexico beaches will be oppressively humid. Summer also sees the greatest influx of insects to the area, although these months are generally the least expensive travel times.

Once you"ve decided when to plan your Mexico beach vacation, you"ll next want to decide on a destination. Cancun beaches are the most popular for travelers from all around the world. The water is clean, the beaches are seemingly endless and the town of Cancun offers plenty of activities. Most travelers stay at a Mexico beach resort when staying at Cancun beaches, and there are certainly plenty to choose from in Cancun. Cancun beaches are famous throughout the world for exceptional scuba diving, in particular and any Mexico beach resort in the area will offer information about diving, as well as discounts on diving tour packages.

Tulum is another popular beach destination. Located on the Caribbean coast, Tulum is one of the prettiest beaches in all of Mexico and offers a lovely view of ancient Mayan ruins that overlook the beach to boot. Tulum is a great destination for beach lovers looking to relax and splash about in the water without a lot of the busy activity that characterizes more touristy towns like Cancun. Electricity more sparsely available in Tulum accommodations, however the sandy cove and calm waters of this beach location is the perfect place for a swim.

Cabo San Lucas is yet another famous Mexico beach vacation spot with miles upon miles of warm white beaches stretching along side Mexico beach resorts and well kempt golf courses. Playa Cemeterio, Playa Santa Maria, and Playa Costa Azul are a few of the beaches located just steps from downtown Cabo San Lucas. Playa Costa Azul is a favorite among surfers, while some of the more northern beaches offer excellent scuba diving.

Although the most coveted Mexico beaches can be found on the Caribbean coast, the Pacific coast also has a nice group of Mexico beaches. Puerto Vallarta is one of the more well known, particularly among divers who travel to the area for the migration of humpbacked whales each winter. Acapulco is another Pacific Coast favorite, with a huge collection of Mexico beach resorts all along the shore.

Smaller Mexico beaches can be accessed from many of the larger resort towns, and travelers will be delighted to find that there are really no bad beach choices in Mexico. Depending on whether you want to include shopping, sun bathing, scuba diving, fishing, or even surfing as part of your Mexico beach vacation, you"ll be sure to find the ideal Mexico beach for any kind of travel.

Monday, September 13, 2010

The Ultimate Jungle Beach Holiday (Santa Teresa, Costa Rica)

Jungle Beach

Costa Rica has long been a top destination of travellers from around the globe. It has something for everyone but the reasonably unknown and unspoilt beauty of the southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula, on the Pacific coast around Santa Teresa, is a hidden gem. It has a growing community of surfers and artisans from all over the world who have decided to make it their home. This has translated into a vibrant and colourful place to explore and chill out, with the perfect combination of a tropical beach town matched with quality restaurants and services.

It is quite a difficult place to get to but once you make the trip from either San Jose or Liberia (and please only travel in a 4x4 in the wet season!), it is very much worth the effort.

Here are my top 5 reasons for adding it to your hit list of places to visit:

1. The beaches are your own. No more worries about other sun worshippers getting too close for comfort on a packed and sweaty beach. The beaches from Mal Pais up to, and especially Manzanillo are huge and people-less. You sometimes feel that you are on your own private beach and this photo shows you exactly what I mean.

Being in the tropics also means that the beaches are surrounded by lush, dense jungle, full of the sounds of howler monkeys and an abundance of huge palm trees. Pick coconuts and drink the fresh and naturally isotonic pipa juice from your hammock – it really is this idyllic. Our beaches recently won Trip Advisor's best beach in Central and South America.

There are rock pools between Manzanillo and Playa Hermosa between mid and low tide. Not only are these tidal pools breathtaking to see, but there are a whole host of little fish to share the experience with. This makes for stunning images for those budding photographers out there and it doesn’t cost a penny. When the tide is high, you wouldn’t even know they were there!

2. Incredible surf. I am not a surfer, but my husband is, so I feel qualified (by association), to write about it. I don’t know if you surf but this is an exceptional place to give it a go. During the dry seasons, the waves on Hermosa beach are consistent and gently rolling, providing the novices out there with sufficient white wash to get the basics covered and practice and practice and practice. During June, July and August, the surf can get quite big and scary or big and fun, dependant on your skill level. Being a surfing town also means that there is no shortage of quality surf instructors – for all ages and all of whom speak at least a few languages proficiently. Lessons cost around $40 - $50 for a two hour session and you can also hire boards from around $10 a day. The beach breaks of Playa Carmen, Mal Pais and Santa Teresa are some of the more consistent in the whole country. Waves all year round. There are also a number of secret point breaks that you might encounter.

3. Yoga. Where there is surf, you will find yoga – and lots of it too. Whether you are into pilates, ashtanga or vinyasa flow, there are some breathtaking places to practise that are extremely reasonably priced. One of the most beautiful I would recommend, is Horizon, Playa Carmen, with inspiring vistas. A favourite and long established yoga teacher for the area is called Nancy Goodfellow. Nancy is based out of Prananar down in Hermosa and can be reached through www.pranamarvillas.com. I have been with some seriously advanced people in her class who have rated Nancy amongst one of the best in the world.

4. The Sunsets. Moving onto something a little less high physical impact, the sunsets here are amazing. Being on the Pacific side of Costa Rica means glorious and never ending glows each evening. The only question is where to watch it Justify Fulleach night: do you head up the mountain to Brisas del Mar for spectacular views of the peninsula, scrumptious cocktails and yummy food, head to the beach bar at D&N on Playa Carmen for some chilled out sunset music or simply retire to your beachfront villa or hotel?

5. Wildlife Aplenty. I touched on this earlier, but the Nicoya Peninsula really is haven for travellers looking to be submerged in nature. There are huge iguanas everywhere, white faced and howler monkeys in the trees outside your bedroom window, colourful parrots flying through the air, wonderful nature walks through the Cabo Blanco nature reserve and if you are lucky, you might even get to see baby turtles being released into the sea at Calatus, a 45 minute drive north of Manzanillo.


There are so many more reasons that you should think of coming to Santa Teresa – horse riding, buying freshly caught fish straight off the fishermen at Mal Pais, artisan organic farmers markets on Saturday’s or just slowing down for a few weeks, but for now, I hope that I have given you a taste for the Nicoya Peninsula. Come and enjoy it for yourselves.

Friday, September 10, 2010

Luxury Beach Rotana Hotel – Abu Dhabi

Beach-Rotana-Hotel-Towers

Beach Rotana Inn is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi (Dubai) and is a 30 minute drive to Abu Dhabi International Airport. The hotel has in its vicinity famous shopping malls, commercial district and exhibition centre.

Beach hotel Dubai

The hotel has its own private beach and an excellent health club, offering a gym, huge outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, business center and pool bar.

spa- hotel rotan. Dubai

Zen the spa at the Beach Rotana leaves its visitors with a unique, breathtaking and well-being experience they will seek every time they are in Abu Dhabi.

beach rotana hotel -dubai

The hotel offers comfortably spacious rooms and welcoming service. The spacious and well equipped rooms and suites offers comfort with the latest modern day conveniences. 140 modern studios with king or twin beds, 68 Junior Suites, 76 one-bedroom suites and 4 Penthouses with 3 bedrooms.

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Amenities:
Air Conditioning, Newspaper (Free), Refrigerator, Iron, Telephone, Television (Cable/Satellite), Non-Smoking Rooms, DVD/VCR.

The Bucuti Beach Resort , Aruba - Best European Style Resort

The Bucuti Beach Resort Aruba 1
The Bucuti Beach Resort is the most relaxing place on earth. Bucuti Beach Resort featuring Tara Beach Suites & Spa is a European style resort that offers full facilities including dining, concierge, fitness center, gift shop and much more. The Bucuti Beach Resort is the most relaxing place on earth. The staff took care of our every need but were never intrusive. A very gracious group of people who were always willing to advise on where to go and what to do to get the island experience.
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All Bucuti Beach Resort featuring Tara Beach Suites & Spa guest rooms offer a microwave, mini-bar, refrigerator, in room safe, hair dryer, iron and board, large balcony or terrace, cable television, wi fi broadband internet access, Aruba Aloe toiletries, complimentary coffee service and coffee maker, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, direct dial phones and king or queen sized beds.

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Contact
Aruba Bucuti Beach Resort and Tara Beach Suites & Spa
Information: info@bucuti.com
Reception: concierge@bucuti.com
Reservations: info@bucuti.com

Monday, September 6, 2010

Vacation Spots on the East Coast of Florida

Florida's 360-mile East Coast spans from Key Biscayne and Miami Beach in the south, to Amelia Island in the north. The East Coast, comprised of 15 major cities, is a summer beach vacation destination with numerous resorts, hotels and inns that feature championship golf courses, upscale dining establishments, private beaches and a wide variety of on-site activities tailored for singles, couples, families and large groups
  • Amelia Island Plantation

    Amelia Island Plantation, on Amelia Island about 20 miles north of Jacksonville International Airport, sprawls over 1,350 acres between the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. A Florida Department of Environmental Protect (DEP) certified green lodging destination, the plantation boasts a game room, fitness center, two swimming pools, hot tub, tennis court, and golf course that Forbes magazine calls "the best on Amelia Island." Guest rooms and villas include amenities such as fully-equipped kitchens, separate dining and living room areas, Serta pillow-top mattresses, 32-inch flat-screen televisions and mini-bars. Amelia Island Plantation offers ocean-side fine dining, and family-friendly casual dining at the golf course restaurant, beach club or verandah-style restaurant. The plantation also houses a 44,000-square-feet retail shopping facility and on-site nature center that offers scheduled activities such as wildflower tours, bird watching tours and kayaking excursions. Amelia Island Plantation 6800 First Coast Highway Amelia Island, FL 32034 888-261-6161 aipfl.com
  • The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club

    Gayot.com says that The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club's staff leaves no stone unturned when it comes to guest comfort and activities. The Mediterranean-style resort, between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, is a 300-acre secluded retreat that boasts two championship golf courses, a private beach club on the Atlantic Ocean, four tennis courts, a spa, fitness center and three swimming pools. The Fairmont's multiple dining options include a casual sea-side eatery, an open-terrace grill, upscale steakhouse and Italian-American style fine-dining restaurant. The resort's guest accommodations include flat-screen televisions, private balconies, soaking tubs, separate showers, work stations with desks and Wi-Fi. The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club also offers 40,000 square feet of meeting facilities, a three-mile jogging path and exotic herb garden. The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club 19999 West Country Club Drive Miami, FL 33180 866-840-8069 fairmont.com
  • Sundy House

    The Miami Herald calls the Sunday House a 1920s-style hotel with a tinge of hip. The Victorian-style boutique hotel in downtown Delray Beach is set amidst an acre of tropical gardens that boasts over 500 species of exotic plants, and gazebo and bench rest areas strategically placed around flowing streams and waterfalls. Each individually decorated hotel room or suite features amenities such as original artwork, private patios or balconies, fully-equipped kitchens, washers and dryers, Jacuzzis and plasma televisions. The hotel's grounds offer a freshwater swimming pool, a fine-dining establishment and contemporary, upscale lounge. Sundy House also offers complimentary beach shuttle services, and is near Delray Beach Tennis Center and Delray Beach Golf Club. Sundy House 106 S Swinton Ave. Delray Beach, FL 33444 561-272-5678 sundyhouse.com

Enjoy the Exotic and Eye Catching Scenic Beauty At The Palm Beach

We all know this fact very well that nature is the most beautiful gift of god that is present on Earth. The exotic and outstanding beauty and splendor of nature and its components is really indescribable. Today, most of the people love to visit these natural attractions like

spectacular water falls, exotic and eye catching beaches and hill sides. There are numerous out of the ordinary natural attractions that are located in different parts of the world. Most of the people who love to enjoy their seasonal vacations with their family members prefer to visit a natural vacation spot rather than any kind prehistoric monument or palace.

Well, if you are also a lover of natural beauty and if you are wishing to visit a perfect natural vacation site along with your family members, then you must go through this article once. Here in this article, I am going to discuss about some of the most relevant facts related to the grand Palm Beach of Aruba. I am sure that this article of mine will prove out to be a great help to you in selecting a perfect natural holiday destination for yourself.

The grand Palm Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches of the world. People from all across the world love to enthrall themselves with the mesmerizing and fascinating beauty of this exotic beach side. The grand Palm Beach side is situated in the North Western part of Oranjestad, which is the capital of Aruba.

A large number of foreign tourists as well as local residents of the nearby areas visit this grand beach side every year. The grand and exotic Palm Beach is one of the most popular attractions for the residents of Aruba. A large number of visitors love to visit this grand beach side during their weekends.

There are various five star and seven star hotels that are located in the nearby areas of this grand beach side. There are numerous upscale shopping centers, shopping malls and high storey’s building which are situated near the Palm Beach. This grand beach is well enhanced with various attractions that attract a large number of children as well as people of all ages. Surfing, swimming, beach volley ball and parasailing are some of the most popular water adventures on this grand beach side.

Make A Perfect Trip At The Baby Beach And Experience The Beauty Of This Seaside

The baby beach is situated in Aruba and is known for its splendid beauty and natural environment. The Aruba has several beaches and this one is also a major part of this place. Though it is always full of crowd and noises but still the visitors prefer it for spending their vacations here. The beach offers all the excitement and the fun the visitors want to have during their holidays.

The baby beach is a popular beach where you can enjoy the water activities like swimming, snorkeling, boating, fishing etc. Those who are good at diving and swimming can enjoy a lot as the water is fresh and clean and therefore ideal for swimmers. Most of the tourist love to wander about on the sandy beach and sit by the beach side and enjoy some soothing moments. Even sun bathing and scuba diving is also a common activity enjoyed by the tourists.

As it is a well known tourist spot for snorkeling so the beach is crowded with several people. The beautiful and scenic landscapes are the greatest attractions that make you go crazy. The atmosphere all around the beach is just awesome and lovely. One cannot be left behind admiring the panoramic views. Apart from being a thrilling experience the beach also offers cool environment.

For the people who are new to water activities can take a guide with them for their help. These guided tours are available on the beach and you ca hire them if you wish. Therefore they help you to explore more about the beach and its adjacent places as well. Do not forget to take cameras with you to capture all the pleasure moments together with family and friends. Even for romantic lovers this place is an ideal one.

On the baby beach you will find different varieties of sea food. So for the lovers of sea food they can enjoy as much as you want. These will also include some special dishes of Aruba. Therefore do not forget to taste the delicious sea food near the beach side. Even the accommodation facility will be available for the visitors. Though they may be costly but you can enjoy the evening time at the beach side. Also it is very gorgeous to watch the sun setting in and its beauty is just out of the world. The fascinating beaches are really amazing and you can experience the every bit of it.


Diveagar Beach – A Treasure Beach of India

Holidays are approaching near and most of the people have started to plan about spending their holidays on some exotic vacation spot. We all know that there are numerous and out of the ordinary holiday destinations which are located in different parts of the world and these vacation spots make India incredibly beautiful. There are various natural vacation sites like water falls and beach sides, giant man made structures and prehistoric castles and palaces.

Today, most of the people prefer to enjoy their holidays in the lapse of nature so that they can easily spend some grand moments with their family members and relatives. Well, here in this article, I am going to discuss about some of the most relevant and indispensable facts related to the grand Diveagar Beach of India. So, if you are planning to make your holidays memorable throughout your life and if you want to gain some knowledge about the variations and diversities of India, then you must read this article once.

The grand Diveagar Beach is one of the most popular beach sides of India which is situated in the Western Coast. This grand and exotic beach side is located in the Raigad district in the state of Maharashtra. It is located at a distance of 170 kilometers to the South part of Mumbai. This grand beach side is easily accessible through the Mumbai-Goa highway.

This naturally modified seaside beach extends to a length of about 6 kilometers which make it as one of the largest beach sides of India. This beach side is well enhanced with the Suru trees which are very much common in the coastal Maharashtra. There is also a temple of Lord Ganesha which is one of the major attractions of this beach side. The idol of Lord Ganesha is made up of pure gold.

You can easily find various sand bubble crabs on the shores of this grand beach. There are various attractions which make it as one of the most popular weekend destination for the youths as well as the children. Swimming, surfing, fishing, scuba diving, beach volleyball and beach football are some of the major attractions that simply creates a sense of magnetism on the minds of the visitors. There are various hotels and private cottages which are located on the shores of this grand beach side.

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Flic en Flac Beach-Mauritius, Amazing White Sands Vacation Destination

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located near the capital city of Port Louis. This beach is a nice beach for swimming, snorkeling and diving. It faces west, so you get grand sunsets. Ask any local and you’ll get a different opinion. First, there’s the tourism community that wants to exploit it. Hundreds of rooms, generally apartments and condos, have sprung up over the past five years, angering those who want Mauritius to remain ecologically beautiful.

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For or against the development, you must be united on one opinion, and that is that Flic-en Flac is gorgeous. It stretches for a mile or so along the coast – white sand and a deep, blue lagoon. Here, you’ll find tourists from every walk, enjoying holidays in Mauritius.

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Okay, the name sounds cute, but this isn’t considered a beach for the locals. For one, it’s not as inviting as, say, Tamarin Bay Beach. Driving south down the Port Louis to Tamarin road, you’ll see the signs for Flic-en Flac. After a tour through sugar cane fields, you are in the Flic-en Flac village.
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Many websites have Flic-en Flac on the wrong side of Mauritius. It is not in Flacq province. It’s just southwest of Port Louis facing Madagascar. If you want to visit, don’t head out the wrong way.
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