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Showing posts with label Rare Places. Show all posts
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Saturday, November 7, 2009

Acapulco, Mexico - Pearl of the Pacific

Acapulco Glass Bottomed Ferries
Isla La Roqueta Virgin Mary Dolphins
Acapulco, the Mexican sweetheart is worth a visit even as the resplendent resort struggles to sustain the flair it once had during the halcyon days of the 1950s. Merry mornings, tropical revelry and glamorous nights make it a perfect place to replenish your psyche. There are glimpses of the past sprawled over the sallow beaches, stunning cliffs, sumptuous hotels and the spruced up restaurants and clubs. The beaches are an ideal place to relax and soak up the tropical sun albeit the pesky hawkers. The glass-bottom boat ride is a fascinating experience taking a peek at the cliffside mansions, fish feeding and a floating restaurant. You can see a submerged statue of the Virgin Mary through the glass bottomed ferries that gives a spiritual sensation. The Isla La Roqueta is a gorgeous little island with a myriad of sights to explore. Acapulco is never short of adventure sports like bungee jumping and cliff diving. At Acapulco's restaurants don't forget to taste the scrumptious pozole, a local stew/soup made from corn, pork and chicken, avocado, oregano, etc. At night the city just refuses to sleep and the party goes on and on forever. Music and discos keep your spirits high making your trip a memorable experience.

Saturday, September 5, 2009

Sailing soon at Muttukadu

Muttukadu Boating ECR
Muttukadu Boat House - Chennai
Muttukadu Sailing ECR

The Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation (TTDC) is planning to introduce sailing at Muttukadu. The pristine backwaters of muttukadu are a major tourist attraction with more than four thousand visitors thronging the place every weekend. Muttukadu is less than an hour's drive from the heart of chennai along the East Coast Road (ECR). A visit to muttukadu is irresistible on a Chennai tour and a boat ride on the resplendent waters is an excellent experience. Other noted destinations near muttukadu are MGM Dizzee World, Kovalam beach, and Crocodile bank to complete a fun filled day. High-speed water scooters and kayaks are available here. Parasailing and waterskiing will be introduced soon that will give a huge boost to adventure sports in the city.

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Good old San Juan

Puerto Rico's capital city San Juan promises interesting adventures for tourists and travelers. The place still has the scent of Spanish and is one of the most beguiling destinations in the Caribbean. Handsome highways, colorful buildings, assorted cars, lots of flowers and birds greet you to this colonial grandeur. The residences are enticing and the people here are open and friendly. History has a lot of tales to tell about San Juan and you will find standing testimonies even today. Check out the Parque de las Palomas or the Pigeon Park to get some real fun up close with the naughty birds. Feeding them can be an exhilarating experience and the birds can get really wacky. You will find all famous restaurants on the streets like McDonalds, Starbucks and Marshalls. If you want to try some authentic San Juan flavor taste the special snow cone drink. San Juan is not a place to be missed on a Caribbean voyage.

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Italy's Bellagio

A tour to Italy can give a refreshing experience to anyone of us. We all know Milan - Italy's Fashion Capital and an hour drive from there will take you to a truly dazzling place on earth called Lake Como. The lake was created by a glacier that made its way down from the Alps a long time ago. At the heart of the lake is the beautiful town called Bellagio with its pristine architecture and serenity personified landscape. A honeymoon in Bellagio is the best thing you could offer on earth to your loved one. The place is brimming with romance and love is in the air. Don't forget to pick up a Bellagio water taxi and spend some time in the waters. A sizzling waterfall on the way will capture your heart for a long time. A multitude of fabulous villas decorate the lining of the lake and many celebrities have bought them for their sheer beauty. Look out for the Balbianello villa and the stunning roof top gardens. A famous hotel called Villa d'Este is a favorite among several celebrity guests. Happy Italian Adventure..!!!

Magnificent Mauritius

Mauritius is a romantic island with perfect weather conditions and stunning scenery. You will enjoy shopping at the big markets and the locals are amiable and they speak English, French or Mauritian Creole. This island is a gem of a place to spend your holiday with a romantic flavor. Just hire a sailing boat and feel the waves kissing your boat with love. On board the boat you can be assured that you will get complete privacy. Just chill out and enjoy the cuisine. Seafood here is especially fresh and healthy. The lagoon will offer plenty of beautiful panorama underneath and just capture them in your camera to take back home. Mauritius will provide you with one of the most beautiful sunsets on earth and the party begins soon after. You can shake a few parts in your body learning the national dance Sayga in the evening.

Friday, April 3, 2009

Marrakesh in Morocco

There is no better way to kick start your African safari than starting it from Morocco. Marrakesh is a magical city in Morocco perched between the gigantic Atlas mountains and the arid Sahara desert. The ancient city adorned with blind alleys, secret courtyards and perky market places doesn't fall under any particular pattern or architecture. Marrakesh city has a touch of mystery in its looks. Life in Marrakesh is never short of action and the famous Djemaa el Fna Square is always busy embedded with active performers like snake charmers, storytellers, henna painters, musicians, acrobats and a plethora of hawkers inviting us into their world. The gardens here are beautiful and the way they are irrigated is stunning. Marrakesh also offers original Moroccan cuisine that is easily available anywhere. People also speak French and English apart from Arabic. In the evening the place is filled with the sound of prayers. The people are really amiable and hospitable.

Saturday, March 14, 2009

Wallaman falls in Oz

Australia is a country that nurtures some the rarest flora and fauna in the world. Northern Queensland has the highest sheer drop waterfall down under called Wallamen falls and it is a rare beautiful place on earth. Traveling north from Townsville will take you to the wet tropics that extends for nearly 450Km covering a massive 900,000 hectares of breathtaking wilderness. It is an ideal place to relax and embrace mother nature. Children will love this place and it will be an entirely different experience for them. The wetlands are replete with birds and wildlife. If you are lucky you might get close with the southern Cassowaries which are ancient and the largest flightless birds in Australia. The Cassowaries are an integral part of the rain forest ecosystem and are regarded as keystone species. Several other species of birds can be located here especially in the evening and early morning. Camping here for a day is a great idea to detach from the frenzy work atmosphere and unwind.




 
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