Archive for February, 2009

Costa Dorada

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

The Costa Dorada enjoys the very best climate of all the Spanish costas - warm and dry without the searing heat of the south, with the soft breeze off the Mediterranean keeping the temperature tolerable. Its beaches, too, are hard to beat. No wonder they call it the ‘gold coast’. If you’re looking for cheap holidays to Costa Dorada, make sure you book with the experts - we’ve been arranging good value breaks to the region for 15 years. We know all those places that make a holiday special - our representatives can point you in the direction of the best restaurants and bars, and can even arrange daytrips to some of the area’s best attractions, such as the thrilling Port Aventura theme park.

Running along the east side of Spain, from Barcelona to Tarragona, the gold coast stretches for 150 miles - and, for most of that, it’s an unbroken stretch of soft sands, lively resorts and shallow, safe waters. Salou, in particular, is great for families, offering round-the-clock entertainment, good bathing, excellent shopping and a range of accommodation to suit all budgets. Sitges is more cosmopolitan, with its big-name boutiques and high class dining. Wherever your trip takes you, make sure you check out the local Catalan dishes, hearty stews and casseroles based on the fruits of the sea, washed down with fruity local wines (try anything from Tarragona and you won’t be disappointed). Inland, as the coastal plains rise to meet the mountains, vineyards and olive groves, ancient villages and fascinating towns such as Reus and Montblanc, with its fine Gothic church or Penedes, one of Spain’s chief Cava wine producing regions.

Essentially, though, the Costa Dorada is a coast of good quality, family-friendly resorts - with plenty of services and activities designed specifically for children, from water parks and swimming pools to outdoor cinemas and amusement arcades. With so many excellent restaurants, bars and attractions prices stay low, which means that cheap holidays to Costa Dorada can be enjoyed even in high season. That said, if you’re looking for a last minute holiday in Costa Dorada, you’ll get even more holiday for your money.

Carnival Cruise - A Perfect Holiday - Rock and Rolling with Carnival Cruise

Friday, February 27th, 2009

Carnival plays every song- from hard rock, musicals, country music or big band. There is a sing-along piano for you to hum along. Compare it to the land vacation where you are constantly involved with the buying theater tickets, reservations, valet parking and looking for other things to do.

The Alaska Cruise

Due to weather hindrances, cruises to Alaska are strictly restricted during the summer months from early May to Mid Sept. June, July and August are the peak seasons when the average daily temperatures reach up to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. The best time to sail is May and September as temperatures soar around 50 degrees. Luxury vessels and midsize ships sail from Vancouver, BC and Seattle. At both embarkment and disembarkment points, you are able to visit the ports of Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway.

Cruise The Nile of Cleopatra

A cruise along Nile is an excellent way of visiting scattered archeological sights in a country with less than spectacular roads and airline service. In fact, some quality travel agents recommend cruising as the preferred method of transportation in Egypt. The best time of year to enjoy a Nile cruise is winter, from December to February, due to the hot desert climate.

Caribbean Cruise: An Enchanting Experience

A Caribbean cruise takes you to a land of lush vegetation, beautiful beaches and dense forests. Amidst the luxuries of the modern resort, you have the good fortune of experiencing the richness of the immaculate nature reserves. You witness nature in all its glory be it Puerto Rico’s dense rain forest or the nesting grounds of flamingos on Bonaire’s beaches. The pleasant climate of the Caribbean is just perfect for a swim in the sea, snorkeling or just basking on the beach. It is an ideal location for a nature or outdoor lover.

Disney Cruise Line

The ships are distinctively Disney, with the famous mouse silhouette prominently placed on the smokestacks and appearing frequently throughout the ships. That’s not all; a fifteen-foot statue of Goofy is the figurehead on Disney Magic while Donald Duck adorns the front of Disney Wonder. Of course, cast members masquerade through the ship in costumes of the famous Disney characters. Disney art is featured on the walls and images of Disney characters appear everywhere. Disney excels at promoting everything Disney so expect onboard shops to be full of Disney memorabilia.

Adventure Sports in New Zealand

Wednesday, February 25th, 2009

New Zealand, with our reverse season to the Northern Hemisphere, is well recognised as an international ski destination. With a diverse range of options from commercial, Nordic cross-country, club fields and heli skiing, visitors to New Zealand find the variety staggering

Strangest Spas in Singapore

From bird poop on your face to a million dollars worth of diamonds draped down your spine from the extravagant to the downright bizarre spas are dreaming up more and more unusual treatments to keep you smooth, relaxed and beautiful or at the very least amused.At least they”re not piranhas.

Algarve

Saturday, February 21st, 2009

With a creative blend of Spanish, African and Moorish influences, along a hundred mile stretch of golden coast, the Algarve is enchanting and cultured. Moorish towns and traditional white washed villages contrast cosmopolitan resorts and luxury harbours, while a wealth of sporting facilities, including world famous manicured golf courses, dot the region. Yet the Algarve’s greatest asset is undoubtedly its climate - over 300 days of sunshine year after year, as warm as the local welcome.

Zakynthos

Friday, February 20th, 2009

The Venetians christened Zante ‘the flower of the Orient’, and its easy to see why as this typically Greek island is one of outstanding beauty. Zante’s beaches are among some of the best in the whole of Greece, with golden sands and wonderfully clear waters.   Many come here to see the protected Loggerhead turtles who nest and lay their eggs on the beaches along the southern shores.

 More come to sample the food, which when mixed with traditional Zakynthian hospitality is a unique experience you’ll want to try again and again. A visit to picture perfect Smugglers cove is a must - the most famous and prettiest beach here.

Holidaymakers are taking at least one trip in the UK

Friday, February 20th, 2009

Despite continuing competition from destinations overseas, increasing numbers of Britons are holidaying in the UK at least once a year, it has been claimed.

An Exotic Hawaiian Cruise Trip

Friday, February 20th, 2009

Hawaiian Islands, a cluster of 137, provide adventure ? sports,relaxation and a new insight to oneself. The islands make onewonder whether you are at land or at sea.

River Cruises Can be Such a Rich Experience

All the vessels are beautifully furnished, displaying attractive art objects with public areas reflecting the atmosphere around each region you cruise. It is the most pleasurable experience on river vessels as all offer personal service with the help of a smiling bilingual staff. You are provided with a single seating superb dining arrangement and well-accommodated cabins, which are comfortable and airy.

Family Get-Together for Fun

A movie to watch, a relaxing massage, snooker game?anything, you just name it. You have many activities to choose from, actually that is the most difficult part- to decide what to do. Family cruise is one of the healthiest entertaining ways to enjoy your vacation with your family and cherish the memories forever. You will find selective activities and tailor made services for all of you. You just need some planning.

Asia Cruises: Lasting Impressions of Culture and Tradition

The Asia cruise takes you to the opulence of Singapore & Hong Kong, definitely worth a look. The jungle temple in Thailand, the Konark temple of India, or the peaceful eyes of Buddha in Vietnam, redefine faith and religion of the believers and non-believers alike.

Carribean Cruise

Planning for a future Caribbean Cruise is relatively easy nowadays, as most of the cruise liners have their details listed on their own web portals. Tour operators abound all over the continent and a lightening speed service is almost assured on a click of a mouse button. A well planned tour schedule might well work advantageous as tourists clog the liners during vacation time. Depending on the season, cabins may get completely booked months before the cruise is scheduled to set sail and hotel accommodation becomes too difficult. Caribbean cruise bookings can be made either online or by tour operators. Here comes the most difficult part of the plan; choosing the right liner. Most of the cruise liners vie each other for their share of almost two million prospective travelers. The competition among these cruise line operators is very fierce and getting the major chunk of the lot is the ultimate motto. Never ever get confused as to which liner should be chosen. Well, it depends on your objective.