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An archipelago (pronounced /?rk?'p?l?go?/) is a chain or cluster of islands that are formed tectonically. The word archipelago is directly derived from the Greek arkhon ( arkhi-) ("main" - and so "leader" in "monarchy" for example) and pelagos ("sea"). In Italian, possibly following a tradition of antiquity, the Archipelago (Greek ????p??a???) was the proper name for the Aegean Sea and, later, usage shifted to refer to the Aegean Islands (since the sea is remarkable for its large number of islands). It is now used to generally refer to any island group or, sometimes, to a sea containing a large number of scattered islands like the Aegean Sea. [1]Archipelagos are usually found in the open sea; less commonly, a large land mass may neighbour them. For example, Scotland has more than 700 islands surrounding its mainland. Archipelagos are often volcanic, forming along island arcs generated by subduction zones or hotspots, but there are many other processes involved in their construction, including erosion, deposition, and land elevation. The five largest modern countries that are mainly archipelagos are Japan, the Philippines, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Indonesia. The largest archipelago in the world by size is Indonesia (according to the CIA World Factbook)[2]. The archipelago with the most islands is the Archipelago Sea in Finland, but these islands are generally small. r style="clearboth" />
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1. The Seychelles: A Good Idea For Offshore Banking And Company Formation?
November 20, 2009
Although the offshore banking world tends to focus on locations closer to the United States - the Cayman Islands, Panama or Bermuda, for example - there are offshore jurisdictions worldwide that, in this technological age, may actually be a smarter investment option for your offshore-based company.
The Seychelles is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar and comprised of 41 granite and 75 coral islands. England and France have long been interested in the Seychelles, with England finally winning out in 1814. From then until 1976, they were under English rule as a Comm... (read more)
Author: Richard Collins
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2. Tourists guide to Malta
November 16, 2009
Malta is a tiny archipelago, located in the Mediterranean Sea. Because of the strategic location of this island, it has attracted many colonizers in the pre-colonial era, including the Romans, the Arabs, the French led by Napoleon Bonaparte and lastly the British. However, for its rich history, as well as diverse culture, Malta has attracted millions of tourists every year. And probably this is why car hire Malta has become so popular in the small island. If you have your own car with you in this foreign and, you can roam around according to your pleasure, without maintaining the strict schedu... (read more)
Author: hiddenwork52 hiddenwork52
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3. Why You Should Visit The Galapogos Islands
October 27, 2009
The Galapogos Islands are an archipelago of islands in the eastern section of the Pacific Ocean, administered by Ecuador but located roughly 1,00 kilometers (620 miles) west of the mainland of South America. In all there are thirteen major islands as well as 6 smaller uninhabited islets, which together take up approximately 50000 square kilometers (nineteen thousand five hundred sq mi). The islands are famous for their amazingly rich multiplicity of unique wildlife and mainly unspoilt natural surroundings.The animal life for which the Galapogos Islands are famous is indeed marvelous, includi... (read more)
Author: Rob Pettifer
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4. Brijuni
October 26, 2009
Fažana, a few miles northwest of Pula, is the starting point for excursions to the Brijuni Islands.As the archipelago is national park since 1983, Day visitors can book only organized excursions to the islands. Hotel guests can explore the islands on your own.Boat House at the port of Veli BrijunThe history of the Brijuni archipelago extends far back. Even before the Christian era Romans settled the islands. Magnificent villas and large estates emerged. Venetians use the islands from the 14th Century, also as a summer resort. During World War II, the islands were situated there and the militar... (read more)
Author: Terry Villarreal
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5. Plan a Romantic Getaway in the Canary Islands With Affordable Lanzarote Hotels
October 19, 2009
For anyone seeking a destination that both ignites and nurtures passion, Lanzarote is a strong candidate. Also known as ‘Fire Island’ or the island of ‘Red Mountains’, Lanzarote sits off the coast of Africa in the Canary Islands archipelago and has been receiving visitors for over 3,000 years. The Phoenicians were the first to settle there, in relatively modest numbers, but now over 5.5 million people flock to the island each year. It’s not just the diverse flora and fauna or the intriguing volcanic countryside that attracts people to this captivating isle; a romantic ambience permeates both t... (read more)
Author: Kate Dunstan
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6. Creating A Car Out Of Bamboo
October 19, 2009
Located in the Visayan region of the Philippine archipelago, Tabontabon, Leyte introduced three model cars made from bamboo. This fifth-class municipality situated 30 kilometers south of the busy Tacloban City developed these eco-friendly cars as a part of environment-friendly projects spearheaded by Mayor Rustico Balderian. Aside from the eco-cars, a water recycling equipment is also on his agenda. He also takes part in livelihood projects utilizing plastic wastes which are used in making slippers, bricks and bags. All these projects are based on his support for the climate change campaign. ... (read more)
Author: Krystal Bennion
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7. The Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa: for the vacation of a lifetime
October 14, 2009
The Moorea Pearl Resort and Spa is ranked amongst the best beach resorts known to mankind, situated as it is on more than seven acres of sandy white stretch. The island of Moorea is truly a pearl of the Pacific and the Moorea Pearl luxury beach resorts a jewel in the lively archipelago. Beset by a shallow lagoon and the velvet waters of the ocean, the island juts out like a gentle reminder of all that is wonderful and pleasant in this world. Rolling hillsides, gushing waterfalls, gently hued cottages over the cliffs… all make for one of the best beach vacations that could actually rival your ... (read more)
Author: Mike Greaves
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8. Tuscany beach holidays
October 09, 2009
Capraia is another famous destination in all the Tuscany beach holidays. Capraia is located to the north of the Island of Elba and situated to the eastern part of Capo Corso. It is closer to the Cape and not the continent. A small island of the archipelago of Tuscany, Capraia is characterized by wild and rugged landscape. The area covered by the island is 19 sq.km and it offers a pristine natural setting. The untouched beauty of this small island makes it an interesting destination for many in their Tuscany beach holidays.
An exciting two hour ferry boat ride from Portoferraio and Leghor... (read more)
Author: Robert Gardentin
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9. Reasons for Building A Home In The Philippines
October 08, 2009
There are several reasons that make the Philippines the ideal place for building your home. These are just some of them:
First, since the Philippines is an archipelago, one has more than seven thousand islands to choose where to build a house in. Various Philippines homes are built on different terrains and reflect the nature of the location where they are built on. For example, homes near beaches and other bodies of water usually stand on stilts to compensate for the changing of tides, occasional typhoons, and sometimes even tsunamis. The Philippines provides a great variety of locations... (read more)
Author: Deirdre Gonzales
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10. Highlights of Travel to Philipines
October 02, 2009
Philipines Travel HighlightsPhilipines is a little-visited travel destination but a highly rewarding one. As an island nation that is isolated from the rest of Asia, few people make the effort to visit Philipines, but those who do visit are treated to an unspoilt and dazzling experience.Not just an island but rather an archipelago consisting of over 7,000 islands, its spectacular natural wonders are part of the Philipines' charm. With its tropical climate, Philipines features jungles, pristine white sandy beaches, mountains, volcanoes, and other kinds of beauty that words can not do justice to... (read more)
Author: Chuck Edwards
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11. Cheap flights to Philippines - Incredible City of South East Asia
October 02, 2009
Philippines is one of the most livable and vibrant city of South East Asia with Manila its capital city. It is one the most visited destinations by the travelers from all round the world. It is becoming the favourite destination of holiday makers in South East Asia. It is one of the most inexpensive countries of South East Asia. Book cheap flights to Philippines and experience a wonderful vacation.
It has become the favourite destination for honeymoon makers from all parts of world. Philippines is the second-largest archipelago in the world and abundant in nature, rich in culture, and fil... (read more)
Author: Jack Smith
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12. Luxurious Experience In Siam At Affordable Prices
October 01, 2009
Siam is the realty of mediocre grouping with player mediocre activity and reflection. On the digit assistance they substance humbleness of hunch and compassionateness of attitude; on another assistance they wage world’s voluptuous and foreign places at affordable prices. Siam is the realty of grouping with new knowledge and civilized playing ideas.
Beach villas phuket, which is famous to be hunch of Thailand, has an archipelago of clannish islands. Those clannish islands recognize visitors to humanities seafronts, firm and toothsome foods with temperate assist that can attain you springy ... (read more)
Author: Sanjeev Sharma
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13. Bocas Del Toro
September 24, 2009
The city of Bocas Del Toro is located on the island of Colon on the North Western coast of Panama. The archipelago consists of seven main islands and some smaller islets. If you are looking forward to a relaxed holiday and are interested in eco-tourism, then Bocas, as the city is popularly known, is the place for you. Getting Here It is quite easy to get to Bocas, you can either take a flight from Panama City or from David. You could also drive down and take a water taxi from Almirante or from Chiriquí Grande. It is a good idea to plan a long stay in Bocas. Most tourists to the area... (read more)
Author: Jose Zolinski
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14. Boca Chica Panama
September 24, 2009
Planning a holiday in panama and are especially interested in marine life sighting and diving? Boca Chica is the destination you should be heading of to. One of the most wonderful things about this country is that it has something spectacular to offer you irrespective of the kind of natural terrain and setting you are looking for. Boca Chica is a quiet little village on the Western coast of Panama, about an hour’s drive from David. If you are driving in from Boquete, then it will take you about two hours to get here.
Boca Chica sits on an archipelago of over an hundred islands. It is one ... (read more)
Author: Jose Zolinski
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15. What to See in Bacolod City
September 17, 2009
The capital of Negros and its most vibrant city, tourism in Bacolod, Philippines has also been the main engine that is propelling the province to prosperity. The many sightseeing wonders and hotspots have turned it into one of the biggest attractions in the archipelago.
So how does one get started on a tour of this fascinating place? The best time for most would be in early October as that is when the famed Masskara Festival occurs. Here the participants wear oversized multicolored masks painted with smiling faces, and are attired in equally colorful costumes while dancing to the beat of... (read more)
Author: Kenny Leones
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16. Some Facts About Palawan
September 17, 2009
Palawan is one of the provinces that can be found in the Philippine archipelago and is situated in the region of MIMAROPA with Puerto Princesa City as its capital. This province is perhaps the biggest one in the whole of the Philippines if jurisdiction were to be the issue as it?s islands span across all the way from Mindoro towards the south west, in Borneo, and lies in the middle of the Sulu Sea in the south eastern portion of the country and the north western in the South China Sea. The approximate measurement of the land mass of the island is about four hundred fifty kilometres or two hund... (read more)
Author: Kenny Leones
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17. Bahamas Yacht Charters - Why You Need
September 17, 2009
When you decide on Bahamas Yacht Charters you experience more than 500 miles of tropical waters to explore. The Bahamas is an archipelago to facilitate contains more than 700 islands, so but for you experience heaps of cash you won’t prevail on to glimpse them all in solitary charter vacation. Choose from crewed yacht charters or a bareboat charter, but whichever solitary you take, you can decide wherever you fancy to try. Bahamas Yacht Charters can help you arrange your vacation so to facilitate it fulfills your all need.
The difference in crewed yacht charters and bareboat charters is i... (read more)
Author: Ruel Hinaloc
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18. Bahamas Yacht Charters -Taking Your Own Boat To The Bahamas
September 17, 2009
When you decide on Bahamas Yacht Charters you suffer on top of 500 miles of tropical waters to explore. The Bahamas is an archipelago to contains on top of 700 islands, so except you suffer many of cash you won’t acquire to date them all in solitary charter vacation. Choose from crewed yacht charters or a bareboat charter, but whichever solitary you desire, you can decide everyplace you crave to move. Bahamas Yacht Charters can help you design your vacation so to it fulfills your all need.
The difference in crewed yacht charters and bareboat charters is in the services to the yacht offers... (read more)
Author: Ruel Hinaloc
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19. Taking Your Own Boat To The Bahamas
September 17, 2009
When you decide on Bahamas Yacht Charters you bear more than 500 miles of tropical waters to explore. The Bahamas is an archipelago to facilitate contains more than 700 islands, so but for you bear heaps of cash you won’t understand to think about it them all in individual charter vacation. Choose from crewed yacht charters or a bareboat charter, but whichever individual you pick, you can decide wherever you famine to go off. Bahamas Yacht Charters can help you strategy your vacation so to facilitate it fulfills your all need.
The difference in crewed yacht charters and bareboat charters ... (read more)
Author: Ruel Hinaloc
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20. Imagining Taking Your Own Boat To The Bahamas
September 17, 2009
When you decide on Bahamas Yacht Charters has over 500 miles of tropical waters to explore. The Bahamas is an archipelago that contains over 700 islands, so unless you have plenty of cash do not get to see everyone in a holiday letter. Bahamas yacht charters with crew or bareboat charter, but whichever you choose, you can decide where to go. Bahamas Yacht Charters can help you plan your vacation to meet all your needs.
The difference in crewed yacht charters and bareboat letters is in the services offered by the ship. You do not have to know how to navigate the boat if you want the cheap... (read more)
Author: Ruel Hinaloc
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21. How to remove lingering odours in your home with Aromatic Candles
September 02, 2009
Many people choose to burn aromatic candles throughout their homes as a way to remove some of those linger, annoying odors. Odors from cooking, pets, dampness, tobacco smoke, chemical cleaners tend to penetrate through clothing, furniture and drapery and by burning candles that have a certain scent will help eliminate some of these odors. There is a vast array of scented candles on the market for you to choose from, that vary in both size and price that will help you solve this problem.
Votivo candles come in vast array of scents designed to suit both your mood and budget. These candles a... (read more)
Author: infor matics
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22. Vacations in Hotels in Hawaii
August 31, 2009
A lot of people are dreaming on a tropical holiday, honeymoon and wedding. Best hotels in Hawaii which situated near Islands is an archipelago situated in the Pacific Ocean and is an ideal place this dream come true. It is also one of the most beautiful states of the United States America and has eight major islands these the big island, Maui, Kahoolawe, Lanai, Molokai, Oahu, Kauai and Nihau and a large number of desert island. This is no mean that which island of the archipelago decides visitor to enjoy their vacation because all islands of it offer huge holiday packages. Kauai is very popu... (read more)
Author: supreet Malhotra
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23. The World's Most Beautiful Beaches
August 27, 2009
“The World’s Most Beautiful Beaches” - A strong competition to Maldives The beauty of Seychelles is hard to get over once you visit it. It is an archipelago republic comprising of 115 islands on the Indian Ocean, approximately 1,500 kilometers east of mainland Africa, and northeast of the island of Madagascar. Most people consider it to be as beautiful as Maldives, but in reality it is more charming than Maldives. Although Maldives has beautiful beaches, luxury hotels, and dense coconut trees, similar to Seychelles, the landscape that defines Seychelles is extraordinarily bewitchi... (read more)
Author: tia jones
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24. Must See Sights For Those Staying In Seminyak Hotels
August 26, 2009
Whilst there are some who say any portion of Bali is a paradise, many holidaymakers choose to spend their time on the archipelago’s southwest coast. When they select Seminyak as their vacation home base, the wonders of this tropical paradise will most certainly come to life.
Although considered by many to be a suburb of the larger Kuta, Seminyak does offer holidaymakers a number of attractions worth seeing. In addition, the proximity of the larger city is close enough that its sights are also wide open for visitors who stay in Seminyak.
Those who choose to say in Seminyak hotels will... (read more)
Author: Raymond Horsfall
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25. Panama's San Blas Islands
August 26, 2009
Real estate in Panama may be quite attractive and exotic on its own, but you have to see the Islands that are found in the San Blas Archipelago on this side of the world. These islands dot the entire Caribbean coast in Panama starting from the Golfo de San Blas (which is a good real estate in Panama) and stretching to the border of Colombia. There are three hundred and seventy eight islands in the San Blas area and around forty nine of these are inhabited by Kuna Indians, a fiercely independent people. The San Blas islands are only twenty minutes away from most real estate in Panama by a plane... (read more)
Author: rochelle lunn
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