The most beautiful island of Polynesia.
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Bora Bora is a high island with a lagoon and islets on the reef around the island in French Polynesia. It is located in the archipelago of society and especially the leeward islands. It famous for its turquoise lagoon colors as well as its many islets called "motu". It is located 250 km north west of Tahiti. It can be reached by aircraft ATR 42 or 72 with the local airline Air Tahiti, the flight duration is about 1 hour.
The airport is on a islet, you reach the main island city Vaitape by lagoon fast shuttle, hotels located in other islets come retrieve their customers with boats. There is 4500 inhabitant on the island, they are very welcoming. Population has good living quality as the hotels offer a lot of job on the island.
It is part of French Polynesia, language is French and most of the people know english. The island has only one pass to enter or exit the lagoon. During World War II, Americans set up a military base, the cannons are still visible and points to the ocean. It is the most visited island of Polynesia after Tahiti. The famous explorer Paul-Emile Victor spent his retirement until his death in 1995. Many hotels are located there and many offer the famous overwater bungalow, specialty of the island. The island is gorgeous, the word paradise there take all it's sense.
Big Island Resort Offers Cultural Immersion
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4/23/2010 04:15:00 PM
(They even have a Hawaiian Cultural Committee to make sure everything is done right.) Visitors can learn about local Hawaiian heritage and history by something as simple as dining on authentic Hawaiian cuisine, or try something artistic like taking hula dancing or ukulele lessons.
Some of the interactive cultural activities include the KPC Hawaiian Legends & Storytelling, a new restaurant dinner event featuring an island-inspired four-course meal and authentic Hawaiian storytelling, and the Evening Under the Stars at Wai'ulua Bay, which brings guests together at Ocean View Terrace with picnic baskets and tales from members of the Hawaiian community.
Travelers interested in the resort's cultural immersion opportunities can book the 7th Night Free with Luau package. Available trough December 31 with a minimum seven-night stay, the last night is free and guests receive two complimentary Luau tickets. Rates start at $239 per room, per night.
Norfolk Island the exotic holiday destination in the Pacific Ocean!
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4/17/2010 05:13:00 PM
Norfolk Island is one of the hottest searches today. Kudos to its beauty and the perfect climatic condition that makes it the apt spot to spend your vacations! But how many of us actually know the details about the small island? Sources like Wikipedia etc. help us to know theNorfolk Island better.
Norfolk Island is a small island in the Pacific Ocean located between Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia. It forms a part of Commonwealth of Australia, yet has a limited degree of self-governance. It is one of Australia’s external territories adjoining with two neighbouring islands. The Norfolk Island is symbolized by the evergreen Norfolk Island pine which is printed on its national flag. The Norfolk Island pine is the native tree there.
The Island is located in the South Pacific Ocean, east of the Australian mainland. It is located at 29°02′S 167°57′E / 29.033°S 167.95°E / -29.033; 167.95 and has an area of 34.6 km² (13.3 mi²). It has a coastline of 32kms. The climate is subtropical and mild with little seasonal differentiation. The temperature always remains between 10°C to 26°C. And this is probably the best reason to visit the place anytime throughout the year.
Tourism is the main source of economy in the Norfolk Island. The only major natural resource in the island is fish.The Norfolk Island National Park covers almost 10% of the land of the Norfolk Island and mainly contains the remnants of the forests which originally covered the island, including stands of subtropical rainforest.
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Norfolk Island is a small island in the Pacific Ocean located between Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia. It forms a part of Commonwealth of Australia, yet has a limited degree of self-governance. It is one of Australia’s external territories adjoining with two neighbouring islands. The Norfolk Island is symbolized by the evergreen Norfolk Island pine which is printed on its national flag. The Norfolk Island pine is the native tree there.
The Island is located in the South Pacific Ocean, east of the Australian mainland. It is located at 29°02′S 167°57′E / 29.033°S 167.95°E / -29.033; 167.95 and has an area of 34.6 km² (13.3 mi²). It has a coastline of 32kms. The climate is subtropical and mild with little seasonal differentiation. The temperature always remains between 10°C to 26°C. And this is probably the best reason to visit the place anytime throughout the year.
Tourism is the main source of economy in the Norfolk Island. The only major natural resource in the island is fish.The Norfolk Island National Park covers almost 10% of the land of the Norfolk Island and mainly contains the remnants of the forests which originally covered the island, including stands of subtropical rainforest.
The Florida Keys & Key West
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4/16/2010 05:12:00 PM
Located off the southern shore of Florida, Key West can be described as “four miles of paradise”. Guests can enjoy private boat rides capturing exquisite postcard views of Key West or they can explore the city on bike as they ride through the vibrant town.
The heart and soul of Key West is the famous downtown location, Duval Street. At night fall, the landmark street transforms into a carnival with endless excitement beyond daybreak. As the city’s bar and restaurant district, Duval Street is also known for its great eateries and nightlife entertainment.
Sloppy Joe’s is a landmark bar in Key West that never leaves guests with a dull moment. The high-energy fused with live music and great drinks make this a staple in Key West’s nightlife.Bull and Whistle adds a breath of fun fresh air to Duval Street. Visitors often rave about the delicious food and the “feel-good” atmosphere. Bull and Whistle is considered one of the city’s “diamond in the rough” nightlife venues.
Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort
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4/15/2010 04:30:00 PM
Tiki Tribe kids' club attendants will host a daily free 30-60 minute activity focused on unique aspects of Marco Island's native ecosystem, i.e Dolphin Mondays, Sea Turtle Tuesdays, etc. Parents and the children will have fun learning Marco Island eco-facts; for example: when sea turtles lay eggs, up to 100 at a time, the temperature of the sand determines whether the turtles are male or female. The majority of the Earth Day program will take place on the pristine beach so participants will be enveloped in the local environment as they learn.
"One of the pillars that we live by is a reverence for nature," said General Manager Rick Medwedeff. "Educating our guests about the wonders that thrive on our beautiful beaches and Gulf waters is only part of it. Our efforts are protecting the environment for the next generation, so we designed our Earth Day programs to focus on children."
This extraordinary south Florida oceanfront resort became certified One Palm in October 2008 as part of the Florida Green Lodging Certification Program by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The Green Lodging Certification Program establishes environmental guidelines for hotels to conserve natural resources and prevent pollution. Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort utilizes energy-efficient windows and doors, green-friendly paint, fluorescent lighting and LED lighting, as well as temperature controls. Both the resort property and The Rookery at Marco Island golf course employ light level meters and a computer-monitored energy management system.
The premier south Florida golf resort practices green-friendly initiatives throughout the property from using all low-flow faucets, shower heads and toilets to cleaning linens every three days or by request. A state-of-the art laundry system uses 30% less water, electricity and gas. The food and beverage outlets are R12 freon-free and recycle all glass, plastic, paper, cardboard, metal and tin containers, as well as used grease. In-house printing (if at all!) is done on two-sided paper. Out of all the paper goods on property, over 60% is made up of 30% post-consumer recycled goods. All of the food and beverage outlets provide plastic cups made out of corn products and are completely biodegradable. Since February 2008, the Marco Resort has produced over 360 tons of recycled goods. Nestled on three miles of pristine southwest Florida white sand beaches, Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort is the perfect island within an island escape. Caressed by tropical breezes and inspired by a Balinese sense of harmony, balance and hospitality, this is simply, paradise found. From the magnificent new Quinn's Pool, surrounded by lush landscaping and outdoor dining and meeting spaces, to our elegant spa, private resort Rookery Golf Course, and our luxurious rooms and lanai suites that overlook the dazzling Gulf of Mexico, Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort is the sanctuary for relaxation, rejuvenation, discovery and play. Our attentive concierge service, choice of shopping, dining and recreational activities makes Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort the choice for unforgettable family vacations, memorable business meetings and Florida beach weddings.
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