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Idyllic Island Holidays in Mauritius

admin — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 02:56:31 +0000

Vacation in Mauritius Island

The Republic of Mauritius is a tropical island situated in the warm Indian Ocean, 2 000 km off the coast of Africa. With more than 145 km’s of pristine golden beaches, gorgeous lagoons, mountains and tropical forests all surrounded by the third largest coral reef in the world it is no wonder Mauritius is considered the perfect holiday destination. There are so many things to do and see and so many gorgeous places to stay whilst in Mauritius you’re going to wish you had booked a lengthier sojourn.

Deep Sea Fishing

If you are interested in deep sea fishing you will be delighted by the bountiful ocean waters surrounding the exquisite island paradise of Mauritius. Although big game fishing is always excellent in Mauritius, anglers will want to visit between October and April for the very best opportunities. Mauritius holds several international and African fishing records, including that of the mako shark of 506.8 kg’s, the blue shark of 181.8 kg’s, a white tuna of 101.8 kg’s and blue marlins of 615.9 kg’s.

Tuna, wahoo, sailfish, bonito, shark, marlin and barracuda are but some of the species you will encounter on your Mauritian deep sea adventure. There are several boat operators who will take you out for a full day of spectacular scenery, awesome on board atmosphere and some of the finest deep sea fishing you will ever experience.

Cuisine

Mauritius is a real melting pot of cultures, religions and ancestral ties and the local cuisine has been influenced by each of these factors. Dining in Mauritius is a gastronomic delight that allows you to experience flavours from each corner of the globe. Mauritian menus are an eclectic mix of Asian, Indian, Chinese, French and Creole influenced dishes. During your idyllic island holiday in Mauritius you should attempt to experience as many of the dishes as possible. From the curries and bryanis to the rougailles and seafood delights – the aromas and flavours of Mauritius will not disappoint.

Golf in Mauritius

Mauritius, with its magnificent vistas and variety of courses, is a haven for golfing enthusiasts. Most of the islands 10 courses are attached to hotels and are either reserved exclusively for the hotel residents, residents in the neighbouring or sister hotels or open to the public. Situated in Vacoas, the Gymkhana Club is the oldest golf course in Mauritius and while it lacks certain of the more modern courses complexities it is beautifully maintained and open to members as well as visitors to the island. Designed by world renowned golfer, Bernhard Langer the Ile aux Cerfs Golf Course is one of the most stunning courses in the world. Situated on its own tropical islet each of the 18 holes are sea facing.

Apart form being the most beautiful course in Mauritius, it is also one of the most challenging; but the gorgeous views, immaculate greens and great facilities make it a favourite amongst golfing enthusiasts. Designed by South African champion Hugh Baiocchi, the 18-hole Legend Golf course, is another of the islands golfing hotspots not to be missed. There are 10 superior courses in Mauritius and golfing enthusiasts will have a ball trying their hand at each and every one. Choose from the Maritim, Shandrani and Paradis Hotel Golf Courses, the Heritage Golf & Spa Resort, the Links Golf Course and the Trou aux Biches Golf course.

Marine Life

Mauritius is as gorgeous off land as it is on. The ocean surrounding the idyllic holiday spot is teeming with exotic marine life. To experience sights like tropical fish and weaving eels and some of the oceans most magnificent coral beds all you will need is a pair of flippers and a snorkel. Undoubtedly one of the best ways to experience this magical underwater kingdom is by submarine.

A submarine tour operator on the island will introduce you to the beautiful and mystic world of shipwrecks and life under water. An absolute treat is the Under Sea Walk during which you can experience the thrill of walking on the sea bed, in absolute safety.

Some Tourist Attractions

The Jardin Botanique de Pamplemousses (Jewel of the crown) gardens are internationally renowned amongst naturalists for the sheer number of indigenous and exotic plants species.

The Bird Garden of Casela is home to 140 bird species from throughout the world. The gardens main attraction is the Mauritian Pink Pigeon, one of the rarest birds in the world and one which is fighting to avoid extinction. The Aquarium is another of the Mauritian hotspots, home to over 200 species of fish, invertebrates, corals and sponges visitors who are weary of going under the water will be able to view their world on dry land. The Vanille Crocodile & Tortoise Park is another of Mauritius’ eco attractions and is not to be missed. The Tamarin Falls are undoubtedly one of the islands major attractions.

Although difficult to reach the gorgeous series of seven waterfalls is definitely worth the trip. The Waterpark; with loads of fun water activities and fantastic restaurants, is a hit amongst young old. There are also a range of sublime beaches, museums, monuments, shopping centres, restaurants and pubs scattered across the island. Apart from the magnificent beauty, the eclectic mix of cultures, attractions and tastes are what draw holidaymakers to Mauritius. There is no better way to spend a holiday than on an island paradise. With a range of luxurious accommodation offerings in Mauritius and a host of other African destination many travellers turn to Superior Choices when booking their holiday accommodation.

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What’s happening in Asian tourism?

admin — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 01:49:32 +0000

Tour operators, hotels and airlines are bracing for a rocky 2009 as the global financial crisis hits long haul travel. Asia has been experiencing a travel boom with a massive range of geography from the snow-capped Himalayas to some of the best beaches in the world. But last year saw a drop in numbers. This year, negative growth is expected all round. Let’s put this in context. The United Nation’s World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) showed the loss of tourism business most strongly in the Asia-Pacific region as compared to the Americas, the Middle East, Europe and Africa.

This is echoed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) which is warning that global airlines are facing possible collapse as revenues fall. The consequence is that between 300,000-400,000 jobs are at risk in air transport, travel and tourism sectors. Why is the fall so bad in Asia? The answer is this is not simply an economic problem. Tourism was doing well in India, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Macao until the news media began carrying stories of political and other problems. There was a major protest in Thailand that shut down Bangkok’s airport for a week. As a result, more than a million tourists cancelled their bookings.

In India, the terrorist attack in Mumbai was directed at the top hotels and the tourists, and the result has been a general drop in travel to all Indian destinations, even those pure tourism areas like Goa – bookings down 25%. Sri Lanka has become a war zone in the public’s imagination and Macao’s visitor numbers have been affected by a cutback in the number of visas issued by China. These destinations are now anxiously courting business through promotional prices. Even the best hotels in the most favored destinations are discounting.

In places like Singapore and Hong Kong, room occupancy is down to around two-thirds and, to maintain their competitiveness, there are a whole range of incentives for those prepared to make longer journeys. In short, there has never been a better time to think of planning a holiday in Asia. Although there will be some security concerns – everyone wants to relax when they are on holiday – the region is once again calm and anxious to rebuild its tourist business.

With support from their governments, all the airlines carrying tourists to Asia are offering cheap air tickets. Because room occupancy rates across the region are way down, there are genuine bargains to be had for both short and long-stay holidays. If you are prepared to invest a little time in researching the market, you will be able to find amazing value. How do we know? Because the regional tourist boards are forecasting 3% growth in numbers over the next three years. The hotel and restaurant trade and the airlines are integral parts of the regional economy. Governments are dipping into their reserves to encourage more tourism. In real terms, there has never been a better chance of finding cheap air tickets than over the next six to eight months.

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Big Island, Hawaii Promotes Health & Wellness Travel

admin — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 05:51:46 +0000

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Because of the rise in wellness tourism business owners on the Big Island of Hawaii have got together to promote a travel initiative that they collectively hope will prove so successful that it will eventually be adopted by the rest of the state. The Hawaii Island Wellness Travel Association, composed of 120 business owners and holistic professionals, has set up a meeting with both the Big Island Visitors Bureau and Hawaii island County officials to take the initiative further at which they hope to agree marketing strategies, develop effective packaging and adopt a set of rules for health and wellness travel to Hawaii islands, which they regard as a booming business.

Big Island Hawaii

As recently as 2005 almost $50,000 was set aside by Hawaii Tourism Authority to be used to quantify how well wellness tourism could be developed in the archipelago. A leading research company was approached to produce a comprehensive study of the health and wellness tourism market for the state of Hawaii. However, significant progress stalled once the report had been produced, and only now, some two years later, is the idea being re-launched.

One of the most vociferous proponents and advocates of wellness tourism Lew Whitney, co-founder of the Kokolulu Farm and Qigong Center based in North Kohala said: “We’ve been trying for years to persuade the Hawaii Tourism Authority that this (wellness) offers a great opportunity for the whole state of Hawaii and not just the Big Island.” Over the last nine years the Center has offered a range of cancer retreats and meditative healing programs and Whitney admits that it has been a struggle getting the message across to tourism chiefs. However, Whitney highlights that the Center, located on the northern tip of the Big Island, has been successfully trading for almost 10 years, and with little promotional help from the Hawaii Tourism Authority has managed to remain in business, albeit with the help of some charitable contributions.

Big Island Hawaii

Indeed, leading research group Mintel produced a comprehensive Market Research document which looked at wellness tourism being offered throughout the world in places as far flung as Japan, Hungary, India, Austria and Thailand. It concluded, amongst other things that markets were expanding as more and more people, of all ages, made their vacation choices based on health and wellness travel demonstrating that that the sector had a bright future.

As more people take to using alternative and natural remedies, tying wellness into hotel deals in Hawaii could herald a bold new initiative that in the long run may well add an extra string to the already well developed tourism bow for the state. (By Adam Singleton)

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Stay at The St Johns Hotel, Birmingham

admin — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 12:09:44 +0000

Where will you go on holiday at the end of this year? If you want an end year holiday to European, especially to the United Kingdom, a vacation to the beach is not a good choice. Winter will not be the right time for a vacation to the beach. During winter vacation in the United Kingdom, for example in Birmingham, looking for a warm place is the right choice.

In Birmingham you can visit Cadbury World, Warwick Castle, Sealife Center, The Big Wheel or Touchwood shopping center. That are a few attractions that you can meet in Birmingham. In addition, you can watch the local even which is always available throughout the year. Place for lodging, there is a famous hotel is The St Johns Hotel in Birmingham.

To go to this hotel, only just Minutes away from the M42, the NEC and Birmingham International airport. The St Johns Hotel boasts the perfect location for Exploring local events and attractions in the Birmingham. So, if you want a vacation to Birmingham, do not forget to make a reservation first at this hotel. Reservations can be done via phone, fax or email. Enjoy your vacation there!

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Grand Bahamas Island Gives You a Time of Your Life

admin — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 09:28:55 +0000

We all long for a beautiful and thrilling vacation with our loved ones. A vacation proves to be a great way for body and mind rejuvenation, also gives us many opportunities to enjoy ourselves with our loved ones and also gives us the chance to come close to our loved ones and our family members. With the ever-increasing competition all around, life has become more of a rat race.

We barely get time to unwind ourselves and rejuvenate ourselves. The everyday work and the everyday hectic schedule of life has definitely made us more like machines and therefore, to take a break from our daily routine life and go in for a nice vacation with our loved ones. The grand Bahamas Island in caribbean is one such beautiful place that gives all its tourists a time that they can never forget.

We all work hard day and night to accomplish our dreams and our goals. We try our level best to compete with others and to give our best to the world. In this quest of trying to be the best and trying to be keep up pace with the constant competition, we generally tend to avoid our personal lives and forget the fact that we are human beings and that we should be able to live like humans. Well, all these thoughts make us want to go in for vacations and to spend more time with our family, friends, and going to the grand Bahamas Island is one of the best things to do. This place is one of the most beautiful places on this earth and it makes one feel close to nature. The scenic beauty of this place is definitely one thing that everybody would crave.

The grand Bahamas Island is a conglomeration of seven hundred small islands and this is definitely one of the best things about this place. This place has immense serenity in it and any tourists who goes there once is bound to come back repeatedly to have a wonderful time. The more one goes to this place, the more he or she is bound to fall in love with this place. This place has a thing of its own and it is this very thing that gives it a mystical and a serene nature. This place gives one the freedom to fall in love with nature, enjoy himself or herself with friends and family. This place basically helps one to have a thorough rejuvenation of the body, mind and the soul.

Well, there are n numbers of travel agents that can help you with your vacation to the grand Bahamas Island. All you would need to do is to look out for a travel agent that can help you with your vacation. These people generally arrange for the flight tickets, reserve hotel rooms and also arrange for tour guides. This definitely makes your stay worthy and also helps you to avoid any sort of a problem. Therefore, find yourself a good travel agent and pack your bags to have a time of your life.

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