Exotic locations
April 22nd, 2010 at 05:47pm
Under Adventure+ Exotic locations
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50% off Arctic trips (you’ve probably already seen this offer in our previous post) – 9 day Expedition Cruise from only £1045 using promo code Arctic50 for travel by 31st December 2010!
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April 22nd, 2010 at 12:55pm
Under Cruise vacations+ Exotic locations
The dust (or possibly ash) is settling on the paralysis of the aviation industry in most of Europe caused by the eruption of an unpronounceable volcano in Iceland. Thousands of stranded tourists are at last making their way home – most of them by sea! – and many people will be a bit wary of relying on air travel as a way of getting to and from their vacation destination in future.
Over the last few decades, it’s been taken for granted that you can hop on a plane and fly to some far distant location with never a worry about getting home again in good time. But with volcanoes being so unpredictable, it wouldn’t be surprising if this attitude undergoes a marked transformation – particularly with those who were the victims of unscheduled extensions to their journey.
All is not lost, however. Even if air travel seems less attractive, that doesn’t put exotic holidays out of reach. There’s always a cruise – and this doesn’t have to be confined to Greek islands or Dutch canals, either. One possibility which has just been brought to my attention – and at a bargain price – is the Arctic cruise.
Gap Adventures, the Great Adventure People, are currently offering their Arctic Adventure Cruise for 50% off! This stunning opportunity is guaranteed to sell out fast, so don’t miss out. Use the code “Arctic50″ to get your discount.
Take this chance to visit areas still unspoilt by man – see polar bears in their natural habitat instead of loping sadly around your local zoo. Other land animals you might get a glimpse of include the Arctic hare, lemming, musk ox, caribou, Arctic fox, wolf, wolverines, ermines, and Arctic ground squirrels. There are also many birds and marine species including baleen whales, narwhals, killer whales and belugas. Narwhals are particularly interesting as the males have a long tusk – up to 10 feet long! – which in medieval times was thought to be a unicorn horn (as it was generally found without the creature). They tend to gather in groups of 5-10, so if you are lucky enough to come across a group, you may even see them tusking!
This is quite definitely the chance of a lifetime, and not to be missed at this price.
By admin
April 17th, 2010 at 11:26pm
Under Cruise vacations+ Exotic locations
Decisions have to be reached prior to boarding a cruise ship bound for Antarctica. You want a cruise vessel that is able to give everything you need for the vacation. All Antarctic cruises have advantages and this article explains how they can help decide which suits you best.
Ask yourself if you would rather go on a big or a small ship for the Antarctic cruise vacation. Smaller cruise ships can hold from 50 to 100 persons. Between 200 and 3000 people can fit in on a big ship at any one time. Pay attention to the positives and negatives of ships you consider for your Antarctic cruise.
Most of the games and amusements done on land can also be found on cruise vessels. There is a pool for relaxing as well as casinos and gyms as alternative options for entertainment. Have help getting dolled up for dinner and consult with a physician if you are unwell. Keep in mind that large ship Antarctica cruises are a lot less personal.
Big ships seldom approach the shorelines when cruising. They are prevented by environmental controls and the tourist numbers they carry. Cruise vacations are perfect for people who are not fond of sightseeing. Those riding large vessels that are looking forward to going ashore have to check cruise ship laws on the matter. Seagoing vessels have schedules to keep so they can only stay at a certain location briefly.
A smaller ship gives you more time to explore because it drops anchor more often. They are anchored close to shore which means more time for you to see wildlife and visit distant sites. There is less to see to because there are only a few people involved.
People are treated more warmly on small vessels. It is therefore not hard to talk to the other travelers and even the staff. You have plenty of time to do activities you like from mountain climbing to scuba diving to kayaking. Doctors at the clinic on small ships do not charge anything for consultations. Larger ships require a fee.
Staying protected while aboard is a key concern. Smaller vessels are usually higher ranked when it comes to their ice rating. Damage from icebergs is avoided by the ships because they are built for the ice. Your chosen cruise vessel must be ready with the necessary equipment in case tragedy strikes. This is usually a legal requirement so ships are forced to obey.
A cruise on a smaller ship can be quite educational. Familiarize yourself with Antarctica through information provided by knowledgeable historians. Go for companies that focus on providing Antarctica Cruises. You are sure to get more out of the experience this way. You can decide quicker which between big and small vessels is most appropriate if you know their differences. Travelers would like to come out of the trip bursting with positives.
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By SK
November 16th, 2009 at 04:11pm
Under Attractions+ Exotic locations
There’s a story on CNN about a golf course owner in Afghanistan, Mohammed Afzal Abdul. The course isn’t a new one (who would be that crazy?), but the tenacity of this man in the face of repeated devastation (and arrest) at the hands, first of Russian troops who used the course as a base and drove tanks over all the greens, followed by Taliban forces who blew up the club house because it served alcohol, is incredible.
Now the grass is gone, replaced by sand stained gray with oil to keep it in place, and visitors are few in comparison to the glory days when foreign diplomats would come to play a round or two before retiring to the 19th hole for a well-deserved drink.
Although the course is on the outskirts of Kabul, I don’t recommend a visit, at least not for the forseeable future, as the road is frequently targeted by bandits looking to rob or kidnap those who pass by. But if you leave it for a couple of decades, perhaps you’ll have the chance to visit Mr Abdul’s course and meet in person a man who epitomizes the Afghani attitude to adversity.
By admin
November 13th, 2009 at 05:49pm
Under Exotic locations+ travel news
The World Travel Market is a week-long premier event for the tourism industry as a whole, where there are many stands extolling the virtues of destinations around the world, as well as travel operators.
The World Tourism Awards are also announced each year. This year the three winners are Tourism Cares, Gap Adventures and Cyrene in Libya, all of whom are commended for their commitment to sustainable tourism and preservation of the cultural heritage.
Iraq’s representative at WTM, Mr Hammoud al-Yaqoubi, the chairman of the Iraq tourism board, says he does not expect a flood of tourists next year, but said, “We want to prove that Iraq still exists and maybe we can change people’s minds about it,” adding that he sees tourism as a way to regenerate Iraq.
In the 1970s, before the first Gulf War, Iraq was a popular exotic tourist destination, and even today, there are specialist travel operators who offer Iraq tours, even though the Foreign Office is advising against traveling to Iraq for the time being.
Inside Iraq are many names familiar from bible study: Ur, Babylon and the Garden of Eden are all to be found, as well as Samarra (from “Appointment in Samarra”) and many other beautiful places which have survived decades of war. It will be a huge step forward when tourism finally returns to Iraq, and I hope that day is not too far in the future.
Lots more interesting pictures of Iraqi landmarks are to be found in the article by BBC News.
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