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British Virgin Islands – A New World Of Attractions

British Virgin Islands – A New World Of Attractions
The British Virgin Islands is also known as the Territory of the Virgin Islands and lies in the Caribbean towards the eastern direction of Puerto Rico. The islands make up division of the Virgin Islands archipelago and the rest of the islands comprise the U.S. Virgin Islands. The British Virgin Islands include the major islands of Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost Van Dyke. Along with this, some fifty other minor islands and cays are is also there. Road Town is the capital and is located on Tortola which is the major island with 20 kilometre in length and 5 kilometres broad. The total population of the islands is 22,000, out of which 18,000 people live on the island of Tortola. The first settlers of these islands were by the Arawak from South America during 100 BC. There lived there till  [...] 

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Exploring The Breathtaking Curacao Island

Exploring The Breathtaking Curacao Island
The island is part and parcel of ABC islands and came into existence during 1499. Willemstad, the island’s capital city, is a dockyard for many cruise ships and you will enjoy walking around the cosmopolitan region. Reaching their by cruising will give you heavenly feel and the surrounding dark blue and light pink colored structure is the best sight. Designated as World Heritage Site by UNESCO, it is divided into two parts i.e., Otrobanda and the Punda and the Queen Emma Bridge connects both the sides. Be there to take glimpses of the magnificent architecture, attractive museums as well as great shopping. The widely spoken languages include Spanish, English, and Dutch and the currency in use is Antillean Florin of Netherlands as well as U.S Dollars. Don’t go by its size as the big things  [...] 

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Don’t Forget To Try Fungie During You Cruise In Antigua

Don’t Forget To Try Fungie During You Cruise In Antigua
Antiguans are quite fond of boasting the 365 shorelines which the country has by saying that they can visit a new beach everyday throughout the year. And at the same time as no one is actually counting to make sure the correctness of this captivating marketing drive, it’s factual that this squiggly fashioned little island is jam-packed a number of jewels in the form of beaches, everyone with their individual only one of its kind plea. Antigua was initially populated by the peace loving Arawak Indians in the beginning of the year 200 B.C. They lived in this region in anticipation of the entrance of the Caribs in the vicinity. Caribs are the Amazonian ethnic group, the name was of the tribe has its origin from the Spanish phrase “caribal,” which means “cannibal.”  [...] 

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Try Out The Numerous Cruising Options At Acapulco

Try Out The Numerous Cruising Options At Acapulco
Acapulco has practically each sort of cruiser to select from – yachts as well as catamarans, and also trimarans (you will find them single as well as double deckers). Cruises keep on going across in not just the morning, but also the afternoon as well as the evening. A number of cruisers proffer buffets as well as open bars, and also live music being played; which some of the cruisers only offers the snacks as well as drinks, and also the taped music. Prices of the cruise vary from $24 as many as $60. Cruise workers appear and than disappear, and their contact numbers vary so regularly every year that it’s useless to record them at this juncture; to locate out what cruises are at present operating, get in touch with any Acapulco travel bureau or your hotel’s sightsee desk, as  [...] 

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Intermingling Of Arab And African Culture: Tunis (La Goulette)

Intermingling Of Arab And African Culture: Tunis (La Goulette)
Even though the city, Tunis, dwells beside the great Carthage, the place has left with little resemblance of the Punic period, from sixth century BC to one hundred and forty six century BC, and of the Phoenicians people who lived there. That’s because of the Romans who were ruling over Carthage had shattered the whole place during third Punic War. But the city, Tunis, is now the modern metropolis with more than 2 million populations. This city attracts tourist from all over the world because of its mix culture of Arab and African and it is even open-minded compared to North African neighbors. But the Arabic there is interspersed with French because it was colonized by the French. The city is divided into two sections: old Arab town and Ville Nouvelle which was created by the French. The port,  [...] 

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One Of The Healing Places: Safaga Cruise

One Of The Healing Places: Safaga Cruise
Safaga is a unique place where most of the tourists are attracted by the medical characteristic of the place. Neither a doctor nor a witch doctor in characteristic but this particular Black sand dune beach is proved to be beneficial for skin ailments by the researchers. The sea water of this beach is highly saline as well as rich in minerals, making the Red Sea Riviera famous as a curative destination. Safaga is a little town settled in the Luxor city of Egypt. It’s a small port situated on the red sea coast, attracting passionate water sport adventurer towards it. It’s mainly famous for kite surfing and wind surfing and in 1993 it had also hosted Red Sea world wind surfing championship. But except for the water sports, Safaga has some great diving spots offering offshore reefs of Panorama  [...] 

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Sail In The Ocean With Agadir Cruise

Sail In The Ocean With Agadir Cruise
Agadir was a small village which made a mark in history in the year 1505 with the building of trading post by the Portuguese, which was defended by Santa Cruz fortress Cap de Gua. The sudden change came into Agadir with many ships arriving on daily basis. The trade of sugar cane, dates, spices, oils, wax skins, and gold. In the year 1960 the village of Agadir got hit by an earthquake and destroyed and it was rebuilt as holiday capital. Today it is an engaging town, and a popular beach vacation, destination for Moroccans and Europeans. The white sculptural buildings with and multi colored flowers in gardens are amazing with beautiful look all around the village make this place best visit for every tourist. The ocean view hotels and resorts with striking beaches and many activities and perky  [...] 

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Scuba Diving Destination: Sharm El – Sheikh Beach Resort

Scuba Diving Destination: Sharm El – Sheikh Beach Resort
Have you ever imagined yourself standing on dazzling white sand, wind passing through your hair softly and all you could see in front of you the crystal clear water moving to and fro on the seashore while the sun, at the horizon, is melting down into the sea and leaving the shades of red, orange and yellow colors in the sky and laying a carpet on the water for the dreams of tomorrow. All you could hear is soft whistling of the wind passing by you and birds chirping who are heading back to their nest. The whole experience looks like a dream but dreams do come true! One of the cities in Egypt named Sharm el- Sheikh has long stretched and beautiful beaches with clean and crystal clear, blue water you have ever seen and the sand so soft and white feels like you are walking on flowers petals. Once  [...] 

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Cairns: A Gateway To Rest In Marine World

Cairns: A Gateway To Rest In Marine World
It definitely feels great when you get on the land after traveling on ship. No doubt the experience of being in amidst of the sea is just mind blowing. But the love for land is also immense. So when we landed on cairns after a amazing sea voyage it made our heart plunge. Cairns belongs to one of the sixth state in Australia, Queensland which is most prominent as it is connected with various main world heritages comprising the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree national park. It is also well known as a gateway to Great Barrier Reef and Daintree. Well known as a cosmopolitan city it is always buzzed with international travelers especially comprising Japanese tourist who are particularly provided with hospitality. The shops enfold signs written in katakana as well as in English. Naturally blessed  [...] 

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World Largest Man Made Artificial Port: Casablanca Cruise

World Largest Man Made Artificial Port: Casablanca Cruise
Casablanca not only rules the Moroccan business but it also rules the world for being one of the world’s largest artificial ports. The port is situated on the Atlantic Ocean so the location makes it the main seaport. The harbor is man-made including three thousand one hundred and eighty meters long Moulay Youssef Jetty and leads the fishing industry such as fishing and fish canning. It also makes a beautiful and romantic cruise destination. It is also a famous tourist spot in west Morocco. It only manages the maritime trade. Thousand of sightseers come to see the port while exploring the city of Casablanca. Hassan II mosque is nearby the Casablanca port. The total area covered by the port is approximately six hundred and five hectors. To speak about another aspect of the port would be that  [...] 

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