Archive for the ‘Islands’

  • Bora Bora – Crowning Glory of South Pacific – Part I
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    Bora Bora – Crowning Glory of South Pacific – Part I
    A verdant island paradise encased by barrier reefs, proffers immaculate beach settings, a thriving translucent lagoon with its cache of underwater fauna, Bora Bora truly engages all the senses leaving you utterly invigorated. Nuzzled in the West of Bora Bora, Vaitape, the main village and the heart of the island is situated close to the main channel of the lagoon, making it the ideal place to commence our exploratory venture of the island. Several skilled locals display their amazing works of traditional art and mementos at the Centre Artisanal de Bora Bora. The Vaitape pier has an art market that offers splendid handmade pearl and shell jewels. The sole road that swathes around the island is rimed with many memorabilia shops and establishments selling classy Tahiti black pearl jewelery whose demand never ceases. The twin towering  [...]
    Posted at July 23rd, 2009 at 10:07 pm
  • Andaman Islands – Treasure Trove Islands Part-II
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    Andaman Islands – Treasure Trove Islands Part-II
    The Ross Island, the ex-capital city during British rule, is a small island, home to wrecks of old structures like Government House, Chief Commissioner’s House, Press and Ballroom amongst several others reached from the Phoenix Bay Jetty via boat services. The aborigines were convinced by the British to come and settle down, whose houses, tools and lives are depicted in the Anthropological Museum at Phoenix Bay. Smritika museum has been set up by the Navy that portrays the rich history of the island. The tranquil, small, scenic island of Viper has borne silent witness to unthinkable torment, with many who breached the Penal Settlement, being compelled to slog it out in chains. The gallows erected atop the hummock was strategically located so that all prisoners could witness it. The vegetable basin of the Andamans, the thriving  [...]
    Posted at July 19th, 2009 at 12:07 am
  • Andaman Islands – Treasure Trove Islands Part-I
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    Andaman Islands – Treasure Trove Islands Part-I
    Lobbed away from the Indian mainland, Andaman and Nicobar islands is the archipelago comprising of 572 bright emerald islands, atolls and rocks that has been the abode to some of the most primeval tribes in the world. Situated on the South-East part of the Bay of Bengal, it is home to India’s singular active volcano. Andamans offers a wide ranging experience right from its tumultuous past to its vast flora and fauna, the lush rainforests- a naturalist’s haunt, adventure sports along with a host of other options in the offing. Located 29 kms from Port Blair is the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, where one can get up close to the unique coral forms and underwater marine life from glass bottom boats. The Marine Park spans a 281.5 sq.km area comprising of bays, wide open seas and 15 islands of varying sized islands. The scenic  [...]
    Posted at July 18th, 2009 at 12:07 am
  • Fascinating Fiji : Travel Fiji Island For Holiday
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    Fascinating Fiji : Travel Fiji Island For Holiday
    Fiji Island is the one-stop for an all-rounded experience of reefs, multitude of volcanic creations, innate greenery, untarnished beaches, majestic waterfalls combined with warm hospitality making it almost irresistible to many. The capital Suva has several worth visiting destinations like the Fiji Museum – a primeval, archeological warehouse with preserved Fiji remnants of the past century, Albert Park, Col-I-Suva Forest Park for trekking adventures, Government House, Siva Subramaniya temple- largest Hindu temple, Laucala Bay, Catholic Church, Botanical Gardens and Municipal Handicraft Centre. Get enthralled by the towering Sleeping Giant Mountains at Nadi Bay Beach or the nearby Wailoaloa Beach. Engage in the aquamarine haven of the Denerau Beach or head off to the South Sea Island of Mamanucas for underwater snorkelling. Fiji  [...]
    Posted at June 20th, 2009 at 09:06 am
  • Blissful Bali Indonesia
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    Blissful Bali Indonesia
    Bali, Indonesia the mystic miniature island in the Indonesian Archipelago of premier aboriginal descent has an enthralling range of choices from jungle safaris, forest lands, waterfalls, innate springs, beaches, majestic mountains to a thousand odd sacred shrines. Splatter around under the towering 40 meters waterfalls of Gitgit were the lure to take a dip in the pristine pools are believed to cause rift in lovers. Lovina has an impressive beach and the gripping low level falls of Air Terjun. A challenging hike up to the 100 meter high Blahmantung falls close to Pupuan is definitely worthwhile. Visit the magnificence of the sole Buddhist monastery, The Brahmavihara Arama or take a therapeutic dip in the bubbling springs of Air Panans located in Banjar. The beckoning freshwater springs emanating in Yeh Sanih and the scenic backdrop  [...]
    Posted at June 19th, 2009 at 07:06 pm
  • Seychelles Island – The Paradise On Earth
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    Seychelles Island – The Paradise On Earth
    People who visit Seychelles Island are impressed by the amazing natural beauty of this island. It is situated in the Indian Ocean off the Coast of Africa. The perfect combinations of these 115 islands are worth calling as ”Paradise on earth”. It is a place where it is easy to fall into a relaxed and easy frame of mind. This island has managed to protect their native population in their original habitat which attracts the tourist traveling from other countries. There are many islands who are unfazed by the modernization and hence you can get a glimpse of the olden era. The natives are friendly and harmless people and are totally ensconced into their own culture and traditions despite being in touch with the modern tourist and civilizations. The natives of Seychelles still earn their living by fishing and cultivation in the most  [...]
    Posted at June 10th, 2009 at 02:06 am
  • Gracious Philippines And Its Wonders
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    Gracious Philippines And Its Wonders
    Rice Terraces of Banaue Rice Terraces of Banaue are located in central Luzon and have been carved by local lfugao people. This carving is one of the greatest attractions of Philippines and is over 3,000 years old. The work is still going on as terraces are even made today. If the carving are made to end there is a possibility of them stretching 14,000 miles. These are included in UNESCO World Heritage site in the year 1995 and are also on the endangered list of 2001. Rice Terraces of Banaue are worth seeing. Tubbataha Reef: Tubbataha does not consist of any human settlement. Tubbataha Reef is located in the middle of Sulu Sea. To visit this beautiful reef you need to make a boat trip which comprises of 92 miles from the city of Puerto Princessa. This beautiful reef covers an area of 968 km² and more than 300 coral species and 400  [...]
    Posted at April 27th, 2009 at 11:04 pm
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