Feb 8
February 8th, 2010
Guadalupe Island's 100-foot visibility is evident in its
crystal-blue water. Unlike the Farallons or South Africa,
Guadalupe Island has great visibility. This allowed us to see
the great whites from a distance giving notice to get the
cameras ready.
Our white shark encounters provided action from daybreak until
sunset. Swimming slowly and cautiously around our shark cages
were male and female white sharks ranging between the sizes of
12 to 16 feet in length. During close-up passes, the ...
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Feb 3
February 3rd, 2010
So you're headed to Orlando... but where to start? You'll find
such a wealth of fantastic resorts and restaurants it can be
difficult to choose exactly what you wish to indulge in. How
best can you plan a visit in which each day comes with the
finest this marvelous vacation spot has to offer? In order to
help you in making the overwhelming decisions of where to stay
and what places to dine, here are what I believe to be Orlando's
best offerings:
Best Deluxe Resort On Disney property it's the ...
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Feb 2
February 2nd, 2010
Is your image of Walt Disney World one of sleeping in
motel-style accommodations and dining on hamburgers as you roam
the theme parks? Well, it's time to change that picture. Instead
of a chain motel, how about an African-style lodge or a resort
with the sophisticated ambience of an exclusive yacht club?
Instead of chicken fingers, how about Potato Wrapped Florida Red
Snapper with a Creamy Leek Fondue, Basil-Crusted Rack of Lamb
with a Ragout of Spinach, Shitakes, and White Beans, or ...
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Feb 1
February 1st, 2010
So you think a trip to Walt Disney World is one only the kids
can enjoy. Well, think again! Here are a few tips for making
your vacation to Mickey Mouse Land a memorable one for the whole
family.
'Hire a babysitter for an evening alone. - If you're a
registered guest of a Disney resort, drop off the kids at one of
their child care centers for around $10 per hour, per child.
They'll be given dinner along with classic Disney movies, arts
and crafts, and video games. If your child is under 4 or ...
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Jan 31
January 31st, 2010
Is it possible for sophisticated travelers to really enjoy
themselves in the land of Mickey Mouse? Absolutely! Walt Disney
World has undergone a transformation much like that of Las
Vegas, with an abundance of fantastic themed resorts and
sumptuous dining choices.
Maybe your image of Disney is of lackluster, motel-style
accommodations. Not so! All deluxe property choices are unique
and offer that special Disney touch. You'll find them to be
adorned with impressive lobbies, painstakingly ...
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Jan 30
January 30th, 2010
So you're headed to Walt Disney World ... but where to start?
Disney offers such a wealth of fantastic resorts, restaurants,
and top-drawer entertainment experiences it can be difficult to
choose which fantasy you wish to indulge. How best can you plan
a visit in which each day comes with the finest Disney has to
offer? Here are a few tips that can make the difference between
a mediocre trip and a fantastic one:
Best Time of Year for a Disney Vacation If at all possible plan
a trip to Disney ...
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Jan 29
January 29th, 2010
Stretching from the peak of Snowdon to Bardsey Island (or Ynys
Enlli - the Island of the Tides), the Llyn Peninsula is a unique
and beautiful part of North Wales, renown for its natural charm
and mild climate.
So spectacular is its coastline that many thousands of acres
have been protected by the National Trust, and vast tracts of
land have been designated Areas of Special Scientific Interest.
It is a haven for wild flowers and its indigenous wildlife
attracts naturalists from far and wide - ...
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Jan 28
January 28th, 2010
SABAH is Malaysia's premier nature adventure destination
situated in the northern tip of Borneo Island, the third largest
island in the world. Sabah is popular for its wildlife
conservation attractions, rain forest, surrounding nature and
islands, beach resorts, tropical white sandy beaches, crystal
clear water, and its warm and friendly people. If you are
thinking of visiting Borneo, these places of interest and
activities will whet your appetite!
Mount Kinabalu
Let me begin with my favorite ...
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Jan 25
January 25th, 2010
Sandakan is situated on the East Coast of Sabah, Malaysian
Borneo. On its West is the interior mountain range and on the
East is the Sulu Sea. Sandakan is definitely a dream location
for travelers interested in wildlife and nature. Our Sandakan
Wildlife Expedition brings you closer to three of the worlds
most exciting conservation programmes: Turtle Conservation on
the Turtle Island Parks, Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center in
Sepilok and the Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary. In addition,
this ...
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Jan 11
January 11th, 2010
Vacation rental is the latest travel accommodation to join the fray of several abodes available for tourists. Rental homes are different from hotels and lodges insomuch as they are essentially homes themselves. This means that you don't have to deal with hotel staffs or other vacationers swarming the lobby or running around the halls. And the dissimilarity extends to the concerns you need to address when booking a holiday rental. To help you, here are some basic pointers. Location Aside from ...
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