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Philippines Puerto Princesa River Is One Of New7Wonders Of Nature

January 30, 2012 by admin · Leave a Comment

The Puerto Princesa Underground River (PPUR) is now officially one of the New7Wonders of Nature, the founder of global campaign announced on Saturday.

Bernard Weber, founder-president of New7Wonders, congratulated the Filipinos as the 8.2-kilometer Palawan river joined the Amazon rainforest, Vietnam’s Halong Bay and Argentina’s Iguazu Falls as among the world’s new seven wonders of nature.

“When your very own President Aquino came out in support of the PPUR campaign, I knew that this country was taking the New7Wonders of Nature seriously,” said Weber. “Fans of PPUR all over the world responded to his call for action by voting in record numbers and today’s confirmation is the well-earned reward for this extraordinary display of enthusiasm.” [Read more...]

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Mutineers’ Barren Refuge Turns Tourist Paradise

January 23, 2012 by admin ·

It’s bare of white sandy beaches and about as far away as you can get from anywhere – but that hasn’t stopped super-remote Pitcairn Island from marketing itself as a holiday paradise in a newly embraced tourism push.

Today, about 50 residents on the lonely island in the South Pacific are celebrating Bounty Day – or the 222nd anniversary of the burning of HMS Bounty – along with a handful of visitors who were drawn in for the festivities.

Islanders hope the official holiday, marked with boat races and the annual burning of a miniature replica of the Bounty, will become an annual tourist-puller as they look to holidaymakers as a way to bolster a flagging economy. [Read more...]

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Obama Orders Streamlining Of Foreign Tourist Visas

January 22, 2012 by admin ·

President Barack Obama on Thursday ordered the streamlining of applications for foreign tourist visas to the United States, focused on increasingly affluent Chinese and Brazilian visitors, in an effort to boost tourism and create jobs.

Obama announced the modest package of reforms at the Disney World theme park in Florida, a state whose economy is heavily dependent on the tourist industry.

The state, closely divided between Democrats and Republicans, will be a crucial battleground in November, when Obama faces a re-election vote that may hinge on Americans’ perceptions of his handling of the economy. [Read more...]

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Celebrate Spring

August 31, 2011 by admin ·

Wine and nature lovers, and families, can celebrate spring at the Botriviera Spring Festival, which features gastronomy, tastings and entertaining activities, as well as local artists and more.

The festival line-up this year begins with the Winemakers Selection on September 9 at the Kol Kol Mountain Lodge in Bot River.

Winemakers will showcase their wines alongside culinary delights.

Tickets cost R100.

Email info@kolkol.co.za

Throughout the weekend participating wine estates and restaurants will announce their involvement by placing pink barrels at their entrances. [Read more...]

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Fall Tourism Continues Summer’s Gains

October 18, 2010 by admin ·

Golf, the traditional backbone of shoulder season tourism, remains weak as golfers spend less and discounts run high, officials said.

Many hotel, attraction and restaurant managers said that they’ve seen modest growth in part from couples and group events, such as The Southeastern Atlantic Shriners Association festival in September. Weather will likely determine how business will be for the rest of the fall, they said.

“Overall, we’re encouraged by the positive trends we’ve seen both in terms of the number of people and the occupancy rate and while the golf industry is seeing lower than desired growth … that’s a very good sign in a weak economy,” said Brad Dean, president and chief executive of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. [Read more...]

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Listening To The Call Of Seagulls

November 10, 2009 by admin ·

Have your friends chosen where you want to spend your vacation? Well, you are not alone, since most families have not yet decided where they want to go. How about having it in a tranquil place where you can dash easily in your bare feet and bathing suit out the front door to the beach beyond which is only a few feet away? Yes, explore some of your options at Myrtle Beach Accommodation, where you will discover various choices and have a comfortable seaside living at affordable rates.

Moreover, discover those appealing attractions that you want to go see or do. To some point, select destinations that have a number of interesting attractions to both you and the entire family such as Myrtle Beach Accomodations. Yes mind you, we are now contemplating to have our vacation and unwind in an area where beautiful sunrises or sunsets can be seen along the coastline while listening to the call of seagulls as they probably soar across the shoreline waves.

In a nutshell, though it was a quite time consuming activity to discover that ideal vacation plan, however, we are very much pleased with the end-result and have decided to finally settle down and stay at Myrtle Beach Hotel having been one among of the distinguished ocean view resort at the area. With their over-sized balconies overlooking the Atlantic Ocean certainly will give everyone the feeling of complete satisfaction. So guys, see you around there.

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Travel Challenge: An Autumn Break In Japan

September 21, 2009 by admin ·

Every week we invite competing companies to give us their best deal for a specified holiday. Today: an autumn tour of Japan. Prices are for two people traveling together for 14 nights over the Jidai Matsuri and Kurama Fire festivals; return Heathrow-Tokyo and internal flights, transfers, touring and some meals are included.

Trailfinders

£7,118: Discover Japan’s Cultural Treasures

Departs 10 October and includes Thai Airways flights via Bangkok, a guided tour from Tokyo to Osaka and accommodation in three to four-star hotels. “This fascinating tour offers a taste of the captivating culture of modern and historic Japan, as well as enchanting mountain scenery and beautiful gardens. You’ll also experience something unique with two colourful local festivals,” says Nikki Davies of Trailfinders. (0845 050 5871; trailfinders.co.uk)

Into Japan: Specialist Tours

£9,500: Luxury Japan Autumn Tour

Departs 18 October and includes JAL flights; touring in Kyoto, Mount Aso, Hiroshima, Miyajima, Hakone, Mount Fuji, Kamakura and Tokyo; and luxury accommodation, including traditional ryokan. “This tour takes in two fantastic festivals, the Jidai Matsuri in Kyoto and the Kurama Fire Festival as well as including a private Geisha dinner and first-class travel on the Bullet Trains. The tour follows a leisurely pace and is the ideal introduction to Japan,” says Into Japan’s Robin Hurst. (01865 841443; intojapan.co.uk)

Magical Japan

£5,980: Japan and Okinawa Highlights

Departs 15 October and includes ANA flights; touring taking in Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Osaka and Okinawa; and luxury accommodation. “Mid-October is the perfect time to view the autumn leaf changing in Japan. This tour visits must-see sights in Tokyo, Kyoto and Mount Fuji as well as experiencing the famous Bullet Train and Hakone Hot Springs. The second half of the holiday is spent relaxing on the tropical beaches of Okinawa island, staying at the prestigious Marriott Resort & Spa Hotel. Enjoy magnificent panoramic sea views from your large bedroom – as far as the facilities and room sizes are concerned, we think the Marriott is the best in Okinawa,” says Ling Davies of Magical Japan. (0161 962 9054; magicaljapan.co.uk) By The Independent.

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