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Having Fun in Fortaleza, Brazil
2007-12-04 14:36:00
Brazil is one of those exotic vacation destination which has always intrigued me as a place with many fascinating places and sights. One of those places in Brazil would be Fortaleza , the capital city of the State of Ceará. It has been for decades one of the most popular destinations of Brazilian tourists, and now it's gaining popularity among the Americans and Europeans.What's so great about Fortaleza one might ask? For one, the visitors are attracted by a combination of the sunny beaches, the busy and safe nightlife, the delicious culinary, the rich Brazilian culture, the very peaceful and friendly people. Besides enjoying the beaches, visitors can enjoy the Fortaleza nightlife, take city tours, go shopping, take short trips to neighbour beaches, and more.Despite being one of smallest States in Brazil, Ceará has one of the longest coastlines in the country. And Fortaleza definitely has some of the nicest urban beaches in Brazil, while Ceará has well preserved, nearly wild, une...
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Vacation in San Diego
2007-12-04 14:04:00
Ever thought of going to San Diego to spend your summer holidays with your loved ones? San Diego is located on the west coast, California . It's an ideal vacation destination whether you're beach lover, a surfing freak, or into sailing and waterskiing. Not forgetting of course the shopping centres and entertainment outlets and bar. San Diego is simply an ideal place for a family break. Mission Bay is the center of water activities in San Diego. It offers surfing year round with larger waves in the winter, but cleaner conditions and warmer water in the summer. In San Diego you can also go to the world famous reef breaks of La Jolla and Sunset Cliffs as well as such famous breaks as Tourmaline Surf Park, Windansea Beach, Bird Rock and much more.Instead of staying in one of the many hotels that they have in the city, why not try to get yourself a much more comfortable accommodation for a long term stay? There are many San Diego beach house which you can rent for as long as you want...
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The Most Dangerous Beaches Of The World
2007-11-28 10:37:00
American magazine Forbes has made the list of world beaches where most often dwell sharks which are dangerous to human. Herewith the edition refers to the ISAF (International Shark Attack File). The International register of shark attacks fixes all similar cases known for the last 500 years.Here is the list of beaches with the biggest amount of sharks:Australia (Brisbane)Coastal waters of Australia are full of sharks of all kinds. The majority of attacks happen at the east coast, but in the south there are more death cases. None of beaches are absolutely safe.Florida (New Smyma Beach)Wonderful climate and sandy beaches attract to the coast of Florida not only tourists. Sharks feel comfortable here too. To tell the truth, sometimes they get swimmers and fish muddled up.California (Bolinas Beach)The sea to the north from San Francisco is teeming with seals and hence with sharks. Bolinas Beach is in the centre of so-called "red triangle", the place where is a great amount of white shar...
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Thanksgiving In Asheville
2007-11-24 14:57:00
If you are longing to leave the confines of the city for a relaxing mountain getaway, there is no better destination than Asheville , NC. Thanksgiving in the mountains of Western North Carolina offers unparalleled fall beauty with the autumn colors just peaking, warm days and cool nights. Asheville is the perfect city for a North Carolina holiday vacation. Whether coming from the city of Atlanta, Raleigh, Charlotte or Durham, Asheville is less than a four-hour drive away, but still provides visitors with the feeling of being in a different world. Asheville offers many different styles of lodging - from boutique hotels and luxury resort condominiums to luxurious hotel suites with concierge services that will make your visit worry free.A Magical Holiday Mountain GetawayA mountain holiday visit to Asheville would not be complete without a stop at the Biltmore Estate. Starting on November 3, the Candlelight Christmas Evenings at the Estate are one of the areas largest attractions. This i...

The Best Nude Beach in Australia
2007-11-19 05:14:00
There are many beaches all over the world from California to Hawaii from Miami to the South of France. In addition, there are many nude beaches all over the world as well. There are some nude beaches located in the United States such as Black's Beach and the Red White and Blue Beach which are both located in California. However, there are more nude beaches internationally.There are many beaches all over the world from California to Hawaii from Miami to the South of France. In addition, there are many nude beaches all over the world as well. There are some nude beaches located in the United States such as Black's Beach and the Red White and Blue Beach which are both located in California. However, there are more nude beaches internationally.Most people like to go swimming either at a swimming pool or at the beach. In fact, many people go on vacation somewhere warm weather is located so that they can lie in the sun at the swimming pool or at the beach. Moreover, at the beach people ...
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Dreamworld - So Many Worlds In One!
2007-11-18 15:40:00
Dreamworld is home to Tiger Island, Nick Central, The Australian Wildlife Experience, Wiggles World, Big Brother, FlowRider and some of the tallest, fastest thrill rides in the world, Dreamworld is the ultimate place for family fun.Experience one of the fastest, tallest, adrenalin pumping rides in the world - The Tower of Terror. Try a 120-metre drop, plummet back to earth in a five-second free fall on the Giant Drop, or swing nine stories high, spinning 360 degrees and experience zero gravity on The Claw.If you prefer your thrills a little more sedate, you can cruise on a paddle wheeler, visit the home of Big Brother, see Bengal tigers playing, visit Nick Central or explore Wiggle World. A great family day out for all at Dreamworld.Also visit www.dreamworld.com.au for more information.Source
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Fans Fly
2007-11-13 05:58:00
Mon 29 Oct 2007By Paul MajendieLONDON (Reuters) - Tourist chiefs keen to tempt "set-jetters" to Britain launched a campaign on Monday to cash in on historic locations featured in the new Cate Blanchett movie "The Golden Age" about Tudor Queen Elizabeth I.Location vacations have proved to be a major tourist draw with visitors flocking to see where the Harry Potter movies and "The Da Vinci Code" were made. Britain has set up film tourism offices in Los Angeles and Mumbai.Tours inspired by movie and TV locations -- known as "set-jetting" in the travel business -- are thriving with "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy boosting New Zealand tourism and Hawaii promoting Elvis Presley and Indiana Jones sites."Set-jetting is a great way of marketing a destination," said Tom Wright, chief executive of the national tourism agency VisitBritain."This is a major opportunity for us to remind visitors -- and Americans particularly -- of one of the enduring appeals of our destination," he said."If the ri...
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Some Of The Interesting Places In Singapore
2007-11-02 15:36:00
The Singapore Zoo is among the most visited tourist destination in Asia. If traveling with kids, this is one of the must-visit spots on the island. The Singapore Zoo is been much acclaimed for its open landscape and spaciousness where in the animals live in enclosures simulating that of their natural habitat.The zoo is filled with exotic animals like white tigers, polar bears, and Asian elephants etc. In addition, the Singapore Night Safari is one of Singapore?s premier tourist attractions. The Night Safari is the world?s first such attraction. Experience wildlife on a 45-minute tram ride or take one of the three Walking Trails to get a feel of the park in eight geographical zones covering forty hectares of forested park.The sight of watching over one hundred different species of nocturnal animals (including leopards, lions and tigers) is simply amazing and something you will remember always.If you're bored of seeing the numerous shopping malls and restaurants in Singapore, then tr...
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Planning for your Next Holiday
2007-10-25 17:28:00
Holiday - something that most of us want in abundance but could only, most of the time, scrap our way through with the commitment and time we have. But who's to say we can't plan for a perfect holiday? I was surfing the net to get some ideas of places of interest to visit. I wasn't really targeting any place in particular, but I've always fancied the idea of going to Spain. Yes, Espanol. Bullfights, cool music, excellent weather, great food, all these things sort of came to mind. The first place to visit would of course be Madrid, the capital of Spain. Now where to stay in Madrid one might ask? I ran through some interesting sources of hotels in Madrid and some of the accommodation offered were pretty reasonable. Being very much a budget traveler myself, I am always looking for the best deals to go with my travelling plans and expectations. There are good offers for discounted hotels in Madrid and you shoud check sites which offer the ones you are most comfortable with. I also f...
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More Than War in Sierra Leone
2007-10-19 17:32:00
By Katrina MansonBoboh village used to do a roaring trade in the "Pa Gbana" cocktail, a mix of fermented local grasses, coconut and lime favored by tourists to wash down freshly-cooked lobster.Nowadays there is little demand for the drink, named after the village's oldest resident: the only foreigners on Boboh's pristine beaches, south of Sierra Leone's capital Freetown, are development workers taking time out.The former British colony's 1991-2002 civil war, which killed 50,000 people and horrified the world with images of Kalashnikov-toting child soldiers high on drugs, destroyed what was once a lucrative tourism industry.In the heyday of the 1980s more than 30,000 people visited every year, many of them arriving by helicopter and checking into exclusive beachside hotels.Since the war, the numbers have dwindled to almost zero. Resorts were vandalized by rebels, foreign investors fled and unemployment spiraled.But hopes are rising that tourists could return again after this year...
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Mexico's Allure
2007-10-17 08:33:00
Mexico was named as the best place in the world to retire by an annual retirement index, replacing last year's winner Panama where real estate prices have soared.Releasing its 15th annual global retirement index, International Living magazine said Mexico had jumped four places to top the list due to "an affordable combination of modern features and old-world charm."The report analyzes 29 countries, and gives them scores in categories including real estate, entertainment, special benefits offered to retirees, culture, safety and stability, healthcare, climate, infrastructure and cost of living."Moving to Mexico means you can still have all of the amenities you grew accustomed to north of the border: cable TV, high-speed Internet, and modern home appliances," said the magazine's managing editor Laura Sheridan in a statement.Mexico also won praise for its health care, diverse climate and affordable real estate.The magazine, which caters for people living and working overseas, said a ...
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Grand Bahama Cruise - For Free!
2007-10-13 18:26:00
There is this great offer from Discovery Cruise Line for American military personnel who have served or are currently serving in Iraq or Afghanistan, which is a one day free cruise to the Grand Bahama Island. If you don't know where Grand Bahama Island is, it's just 52 miles to the east of Palm Beach, Florida. The island has 14 established resorts from beach and golf resorts to yacht clubs and casino.And if you're into diving, they also have a spectacular array of diving spots around the island. Apparently Grand Bahama has the second largest underwater cave system in the world, and it is famous fo its blue holes and azure portals in the reef.In Free port, Grand Bahama, you can enjoy boating, golfing and also shopping all in one city area. It's possibly the best place for those in the military after serving their country for months and months on end, and this offer is just not to be missed. It's absolutely free, for a day you can just simply relax, free your mind from all your du...

Lifeline to Italy
2007-10-08 16:25:00
If you are looking for extreme luxury with tropical surroundings, you don?t have to look any further - the Maldives is a perfect destination for a once in a lifetime vacation.Once a completely remote and isolated tropical paradise, the Maldives has now become a very popular holiday destination for Europeans and Americans. The Maldives is made up of a group of atolls with luxury resorts scattered around its coastline.The Republic of Maldives is located in the Indian Ocean. Situated south of India and south west of Sri Lanka, the Maldives total twenty-six atolls with over 1000 small islands, most of which are inhabitable.Most of the resorts have their own entities with some resorts taking up whole islands - these resorts offer great privacy and ensure a relaxing vacation. Nearly all of the holiday resorts are located on the five main atolls, which are Kaafu, Vaavu, Baa, Alifu and Lhaviyani. Alifu is the main tourist zone where new hotels and resorts are in the process of being built.T...
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An Island Of Harmony
2007-10-06 15:53:00
By Hsu Chuang KhooGEORGE TOWN, Malaysia (Reuters) - The sweet smell of incense from a centuries-old Chinese temple, the perfume of a Hindu shrine decked in flowers and the call to Muslim prayer.The old Malaysian trading port of George Town makes a powerful assault on the senses, through the peaceful co-existence of Asian races and religions, all crammed together in a streetscape stuck in time.While the world resounds with religious discord, multi-racial Malaysia is pushing for George Town on the island of Penang to be recognized internationally as a historical oasis of religious and social harmony, worthy of becoming a World Heritage site."Penang is so unique -- a multicultural trading town, a melting pot of all the great religions, townscapes of unique architecture," Laurence Loh, a conservation architect working on the World Heritage submission."There's nowhere else in the world like it. There is only one Penang in the world. It's all that we really are, that's the whole sellin...
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Zoo Negara, Malaysia
2007-10-02 17:10:00
Zoo Negara is the first national zoo in Mala ysia . It was opened in 1963. Until now, the Zoo is owned and operated by the Malays ian Zoological Society. It has a collection of a wide range of animals from all over the world. Besides showcasing the animals, the Zoo emphasized on these four main areas - Conservation, Education, Research and Recreation. The zoo is a valuable resource for all visitors from within Malaysia and overseas.Zoo Negara (The National Zoo) is located in Hulu Kelang about 13km from Kuala Lumpur. The zoo houses some 4,000 animals from over 400 species including birds, fish, mammals and reptiles. It is particularly popular during weekends and public holidays. Besides just watching the animals, including performances by orangutans and sea lions, children can also go for horse, camel and elephant rides. The spacious picnic grounds around the boating lake are excellent for family recreation. Other facilities available within the 25ha ground are restaurants and mini-trai...

Bangkok, Thailand
2007-09-29 15:48:00
Bangkok has dominated Thailand 's urban hierarchy as well as its political, commercial and cultural life since the late 18th century. Distinctly modern and Westernised, Bangkok is still a sleepy Thai village with a louder soundtrack of traffic and nightlife.Bangkok proper seethes on the east side of the Mae Nam Chao Phraya (Chao Phraya River), drawing rural Thai folk into its cluttered fold daily. The city is reportedly sinking at a rate of 5cm (2in) every year, but there's too much sànùk (a Thai sense of fun) going on for that to get anyone down.With so many cultures and beliefs colliding in Bangkok, it's rare to be in town and not run into a festival of some description. This is especially true in the cooler months from November to February, but religious and cultural events occur year-round. Coronation Day is on 5 May - you may get a glimpse of the royals at Wat Phra Kaew. Also celebrated with some fervour in Bangkok is the King's Birthday on 5 December - some residents erect ...
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Blue Heaven for Big Fish
2007-09-27 15:08:00
PALAU, an island nation in the Pacific Ocean, roughly 500 miles east of the Philippines, is a diver?s dream, nowhere more so than at a piece of coral reef called Blue Corner. It?s a slope followed by a sharp drop-off, and it?s one of the most famous dive sites on the planet, the Via Veneto of the underwater world.Palau's profuse, unspoiled reefs offer a wealth of marine life, coral formations and wrecks. Dives begin in knee deep water and plunge straight down to depths of 1000 feet and more.Blue holes, huge caverns and an immense variety of rare and exotic marine species are easily accessible in clear water with visibility exceeding 200 feet. Vast numbers, not found anywhere else in the world, of large pelagic predators, sharks, turtles, dolphins and many species of migratory fish gather here at a unique crossroads of three of the world's major ocean currents. Land locked marine lakes, accessible from the sea through tunnels beneath the island's steep shorelines, are home to rare...
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The Great Wall Of China
2007-09-24 15:46:00
For any average traveler who visits China for the first time, the Great Wall which is said to be visible from the moon is always an indispensable fixture on the itinerary. Without it, a trip to China would be incomplete. The reason is simple: it is one of China?s most important cultural and historical symbols. It is also one of the best known ancient constructions in the world. The massive project stretches from Shanghaiguan in the east to Jiayuguan in the west, a distance of over 6,300 kilometers, covering eight provinces, municipalities and autonomous regions.The Great Wall was first built as a defense line against nomadic incursions. Its military and strategic importance was unmatched by any other projects in ancient China. The construction of the wall began around the 7th-4th century BC during the Spring and Autumn Period (770-476BC). At that time, feudal states built walls for self-defense against the invasion of nomadic tribes. In 221 BC, after unifying China, Qinshihuang, the...
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Tioman Island, Malaysia
2007-09-17 16:18:00
Further up Mala ysia 's eastern coast are the enchanting beaches of Pahang as well as the fabled island of Tioman. Picturesque villages and the serene rhythms of the South China Sea make the Pahang coastline one of the most enchanting locations in all of Malays ia.For centuries, Pulau Tioman has been regarded as a jewel in the sea. One early Malaysian legend claims Tioman to be a transformed dragon princess. Apparently the beautiful princess stopped enroute to Singapore from China to admire the charms of this spot. So enraptured was she that she decided to discontinue her journey, take the form of an island, and remain there as a place of shelter and comfort to passing travellers. Tioman's beauty, from its towering dual volcanic peak to its soft sands, swaying palms, and vibrant profusion of tropical wildflowers, is such that it lends credence to the tale. One indication of Tioman's enduring ability to inspire fables is that it was chosen as the location for the film version of the ...
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Bako National Park, Sarawak
2007-09-16 14:32:00
Anyone can visit Bako National Park in a day. Located 37 kilometres from Kuching, the park is rich with an abundance of flora and fauna with at least seven major types of vegetation typical of Sarawak . Although it is one of Southeast Asia's smallest national parks it contains almost every type of vegetation found in Borneo.Not only is Bako compact, it's easy to explore. Jungle trekking is the best way to fully absorb the richness of the park's treasure. A system of 16 colour-coded walking trails offers full day jungle hikes to gentle strolls. The circular Lintang trail passes through all of Bako's vegetation types from dipterocarp forest, scrub-like padang, swamp forest, mangroves and delicate cliff vegetation. The Telok Delima and Telok Paku trails are the best vantage.The park can only be reached by a 20-minute boat ride from Kampung Bako. It has been protected since 1957 so the animals have become used to human visitors and are less shy than their remote jungle cousins. This ...
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Visit Malaysia Year Story Celebrating 50 Years Of Nationhood
2007-09-14 18:24:00
Come 2007, Malaysia will celebrate 50 years of independence. The month of August will be filled with a myriad of parades, cultural performances, street shows and carnivals to commemorate the country's Independence or Merdeka Day on 31st August.It was on 31st August 1957 when history was made as the Union Jack was lowered and the Malaysian flag hoisted, with the first Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj leading the people in the famous shouts of Merdeka! Merdeka! Merdeka! (Independence!)For more than 30 years, Merdeka Day celebrations have been marked by parades involving uniformed personnel, corporate players, school children, cultural dancers, athletes and Malaysians from all walks of life. However, in recent years, the event has grown into a much anticipated and exciting month-long celebration nationwide.This forthcoming Golden Jubilee celebration marks a significant milestone in the history of the nation. Join the enthusiastic crowd at the Merdeka Square in Kuala Lum...
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Visiting Langkawi, Malaysia
2007-09-14 17:25:00
Langkawi is certainly an interesting place to visit with its numerous locations to explore. Life in this place is different because of the options that one has in terms relaxing through site-seeing. There are many parts of the world that do not have such an amazing landscape with beaches, hills and caves that Langkawi has. If you want to see spectacular sites with clear blue waters and breathtaking sunsets then this is the place you ought to be. In order to have a pleasant stay at Langkawi and enjoy all that the surrounding has to offer, there are few tips that should be followed. These are briefly explained below.Langkawi CultureLangkawi is part of a country where Muslims make up a significant number of the population. The society is quite liberal, and they invite foreigners to enjoy their vacations there. Tourism is important for this place because it makes up a significant portion of the revenue. However, the level of tolerance is most as much as other tourist resorts. There are ...
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Sarawak Cultural Village
2007-09-12 07:50:00
Tucked away on the foothills of legendary Mount Santubong, 35 km away from Kuching is Sarawak 's fascinating cultural showcase, the award winning "Sarawak Cultural Village ". This living museum depicts the heritage of the major racial groups in Sarawak and conveniently portrays the respective lifestyle amidst 14 acres of equatorial vegetation. Here, it is possible to see Sarawak's ethnic diversity at a glance. The handicraft is both bewildering and tempting, including the Kain Songket (Malay cloth with gold inlay), Pua Kumbu (Iban housewives textiles), Melanau Terendak (sunhat), Bidayuh tambok (basket), Iban parang (swords), Orang Ulu wood carving and Chinese ceramic.The 45-minute cultural performance of songs, dances and entertainment is something you will not want to miss out during your visit to Sarawak.For more information, please visit http://www.scv.com.my/