Archive for April, 2008
Approximately two hours from Cape Town, visitors will find Hermanus. This quaint destination spot, located near the most southerly point on the continent, is considered to be a major tourist location due to the fact that it perhaps the best place in the entire world for whale watching. In particular, Hermanus is known for being an excellent location catch sight of the Southern Right Whale. When planning a visit for whale watching, keep in mind that peak times to catch sight of these beautiful se...
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Legend has it that the first settlement in the area that became Larnaca (then known as Kition) was founded by Noah's great-grandson Kittim. At one time Kition was the principal colony in Cyprus, of the ancient civilisation of Phoenicia until becoming part of the Greek Hellenistic world. The ancient site is at the north end of modern day Larnaca, with the earliest remains believed to go back to the Mycenean age (circa 1400-1100 BC).
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When thinking of Majorca, most people think of the club 18/30s or the historical sights of Palma Nova, but now Majorca has much more to offer besides the norm. These days there are quiet tranquil resorts that cater for the easy going holiday and some of the hotels Mallorca, Majorca have opted for this tranquility. Of the Spanish Islands, Majorca is the largest of the Balearic's where the package holiday industry began in sixties, and is as popular for family holidays now, as it was back then wi...
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Off the coast of Spain's mainland there are three islands Majorca, Minorca and Ibiza, there are renowned for there overwhelming beauty. The second largest of this trio of islands is Majorca, which is also known as Mallorca, this Island is scattered with major resorts, together with quiet rustic family hotel in Mallorca, Majorca. The restaurants here have the most delicious Spanish cuisine, with a delicate balance of seafood, spicy rice and fresh vegetables. The fish are fresh from the morning c...
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Recently retired, Jim and Barbara are looking forward to the adventure of a lifetime. Ever since they were first engaged to be married, years ago, they've longed to 'do' Europe ' to experience at first hand the sights and cultures of places they've only ever heard of and have yearned to see. Learn how they achieved their dream.
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An Alaska adventure travel package allows for travelers to experience things like riding on a dog sled and go ice fishing. And the scenic views alone in Alaska a worth the affordable prices of adventure travel packages.
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Often referred to as the birthplace of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, Philadelphia yields not only cobblestone streets and historical landmarks, but culture, artistic and ethnic treasures as well. The fifth-largest city in the country, Philadelphia is home to one of the greatest concentrations of American history and an excellent locale for student travelers.
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Palm Beach, aka "The Island", is located on the ocean side of the Intracoastal Waterway approximately 65 miles north from Miami. This popular Florida destination is renowned for its unique enclaves of the rich and famous where ostentatious displays of wealth and privilige are the norm. With a population of 20,000 in summer and 40,000 in winter, Palm Beach has been the preferred winter residence of families such as Kennedy, Rockefeller and Pulitzer.
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Cape Town is without a doubt the most popular destination within the region, set against the fabulous backdrop of Table Mountain. This city of great beauty is carefully situated on the Cape Peninsula, a small strip of land that is set on the furthest western corner of Africa, jutting directly into the Atlantic Ocean. Visitors will find a wide array of accommodation options ranging from romantic boutique hotels to hotels full of colonial charm.
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In Garden Route, visitors will find a number of charming settlements and towns worth exploring or even selecting as a main base for exploration of the rest of this picturesque region. Mossel Bay, a beautiful seaside town, offers a sun drenched peninsula situated conveniently between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town. The warm and tranquil waters of the Indian Ocean and expansive stretches of north facing beaches provide a view that is truly incomparable.
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