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1. Tahiti Cruise and Vacation July 30, 2008 Tahiti Cruise & Vacation is your online travel agent and guide to Tahiti, the largest and arguably one of the most picturesque patches of land in the southern Pacific Ocean. Tahiti Cruise & Vacation offers quality advice and services tailor-made for tourists planning to visit this Polynesian paradise. In our portfolio, you find specials offers and packages, including honeymoon packages, cruises, hotels and resorts, and various adventurous and leisure activities. Tahiti islands, along with Bora Bora and Moorea, are the most famous islands in the French Polynesian archipelago. In Tahiti, attra... (read more) Author: Tuanua Degage

2. Camping on the Beach July 15, 2008 When it comes to going beach camping, it canbe very difficult to pick a destination. There are many places you can go; whether you want to explore thebeaches of Southern California and the West Coast or the endless beaches of Florida and the Eastern Seaboard. This article will help you find that perfect beach for the entire family to enjoy. Beach Camping is not limited to the shores of the ocean or gulf. You can find many beautiful beaches throughout the country along the shores of lakes, man made reservoirs such as Lake Mead or Lake Powell (there are literally hundreds of man... (read more) Author: Piet Van Lier

3. An overview of Santa Monica Real Estate, Ocean Park Real Estate and Sunset Park Real Estate July 11, 2008 If you are thinking of owning a real estate in Ocean Park or in Sunset Park in Santa Monica, you may not be the only one to do so. Real estate properties in both Ocean Park and Sunset Park have been in high demand for some time now. Here are a few advantages of owning a piece of property in these areas. Sunset Park and Ocean Park are neighborhoods located in southern Santa Monica, just north of the Venice, CA. Both neighborhoods are bordered by Pico Blvd and the southern city limits of Santa Monica. Lincoln Blvd splits the two neighborhoods, with Ocean Park running west of Lincoln and Sun... (read more) Author: Fabiola Groshan

4. Esperance- A Secret No More! June 27, 2008 Its called the 'Secret South'- the length of Western Australian coastline next to the Southern Ocean that until recently has been largely ignored by the tourist masses. But as travellers get more intrepid and even the most far flung places become more accessible this is one secret that is out the bag. In the summer months the full hotels, motels and caravan parks in Esperance, the largest town on the coast, are testament to the growing popularity of the region. And theres a lot to see there- its a place you go to appreciate nature, to indulge in the wide open spaces and the fresh air of unsull... (read more) Author: Gavin Wyatt

5. Title: Travel Along the West Coast, Phuket - Pearl of the South June 25, 2008 Phuket is largest island located southern of Thailand, connected by bridges to the Andaman Sea coast in the Indian Ocean, lying between 7'45? and 8'15? north latitude, and from 98'15? to 98'40? west longitude on the map. This tropical island is mostly mountainous, forming 440 km mountain range from north to south. The highest elevation of the island is at 529 m above sea level. 70% of geographical area is covered by forest. The western coast is filled with tourists because of its geographical sandy beaches while the east coast beaches are more often muddy. Phuket is Thailand’s largest islands ... (read more) Author: Johan Hedin

6. Title: Nightlife at Patong Beach, the Place that Never Sleeps June 25, 2008 Phuket is an island surrounded by an ocean, which is located southern of Thailand and resides in Andaman. By its natural geographic, the spot is perfect for tourism industry. The island has been made a destination point and opened for tourism business since early 1980. Various hotels, restaurants, souvenir shops are striking for overwhelming number of customers. Although many sites have been constructed to support the tourism industry projects, its original convention and geographic are left undisturbed. However, for more on a conservative tourism, beaches on the north and southern part are re... (read more) Author: Johan Hedin

7. Places to visit in Atlantic City June 25, 2008 On the eastern side of the North American Continent lies the state of New Jersey, at the north of Cape May and southern most part of New Jersey Atlantic City is located. Atlantic City which is commonly known as the America's Playground is famous for its Casino resorts, Boardwalk, Spas, incredible attraction, fine dinning, first class entertainment and numerous numbers of remarkable places to visit and things to do. Atlantic ocean which is located at the Atlantic City in South Jersey attracts the estate developers to make the place into attractive holiday spot all year round. The islands and th... (read more) Author: Harry Lee

8. Australian beaches June 08, 2008 Australia, as you're probably aware, is an island, surrounded by water on all sides. To the east lies the South Pacific Ocean; to the west the Indian Ocean; to the north the Timor, Arafura and Coral Seas; to the south the Southern Ocean and Tasman Sea, and Tasmania is separated from the mainland by The Bass Strait. Here you'll find some of the best beaches on the planet. The huge mainland coastline stretches for nearly 37,000 km and includes 11,011 beaches and with the addition of all the coastal islands this amounts to more than 47,000 km, more than any other nation. (By the wa... (read more) Author: John Morrad

9. Neighborhoods of San Francisco City, California June 07, 2008 When you look at San Francisco, the city is surrounded by 106 neighborhoods. This article will explain you some of it neighborhoods. The Ashbury Heights is a neighborhood of SF on the hill to the south of the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, north of Belgrave Avenue, east of Stanyan Street and west of Clayton Street. Tank Hill is situated in the southeast corner of Ashbury Heights. The Balboa Terrace is a small residential neighborhood in south west of SF bounded by Junipero Serra Boulevard, Aptos Street, Monterey Avenue and Ocean Avenue along the southern edge of St. Francis Wood development. Ano... (read more) Author: Brayan Peter

10. Sri Lanka holidays - Excellent Tourist destination June 05, 2008 The most scenic islands in the world – Sri Lanka, have been alluring visitors on Sri Lanka holidays not only lately but from ages. Sri Lanka is a land blessed with enormous natural wealth that has made it a much sought after destination. Located in the center of Indian Ocean, the Sri Lanka map forms a teardrop shape, right at the southern tip of India. A rich colorful country welcomes its visitors with all the warmth and an opportunity to explore the hidden treasures of this island. A small island it has around twenty million people inhabiting it. Though, the country has increasingly become a ... (read more) Author: Nancy Eben

11. Strahan- Raw Beauty on the Tassy West Coast June 02, 2008 The World Heritage area that covers some 20 per cent of Tasmania is at it's most wild and beautiful on the island's West Coast. Here the thundering waves of the Southern Ocean and the uninhabited rocky shores meet each other head on, as unpredictable as the rapidly changing weather of the region. As it is largely uninhabited, a journey down the West Coast is like a trip through an age-old landscape, through ancient rainforest and past steep sided gorges. Just one town exists on this coastline, a historical village called Strahan. Strahan is seen as holding the keys to the World Heritage Area, ... (read more) Author: Gavin Wyatt

12. South India Tour May 29, 2008 Introduction Covering the entire Indian Peninsula, South India has the river Narmada and Mahanadi on its northern side and Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal surrounding its western, southern and eastern sides. The people of South India are called South Indians. The womenfolk here wear saree and the men sport white dhoti or bright colored lungi festooned with batik patterns. History of South India South India had witnessed the rule of a series of dynasties such as the Cholas, Pandyas, Cheras, Hoysalas and Vijayanagar. Several forts, palaces and temples were constructed... (read more) Author: Minhaj Alam

13. Sea Burial, Make the Last Journey of Your loved one, a Memorable one May 29, 2008 Burial at sea or the sea burial describes the procedure of disposing of human remains in the ocean, normally from a ship or boat. Burial at Sea services are available at many different locations and with many different customs, either by ship or by aircraft. Usually, either the captain (or commanding officer) of the ship or aircraft or a representative of the religion performs the ceremony. Legally, a captain can bury remains at sea, provided that environmental regulations are satisfied. Sea Burial is a low cost alternative to the traditional land burial. In an individualized manner, we p... (read more) Author: Yatch Charters

14. Tourism and Tradition - Get both with a Greek Holiday! May 15, 2008 Surrounded by beautiful ocean, Greece is the southern most country on the European mainland. Over 1400 Greek islands are scattered in this part of the eastern Mediterranean, roughly 170 of them inhabited. Approximately half the size of England, the Greek mainland borders with Albania, Macedonia, Bulgaria and Turkey. Greece is a country of natural beauty, charm and warm hospitality. It is regarded as the birthplace of democracy and philosophy, as well as the Olympic Games. It enjoys great weather, beautiful and diverse landscapes, many scenic beaches and crystal clear waters. There are hun... (read more) Author: Andrew Regan

15. Incredible South India April 14, 2008 Introduction The word “South India” generally referred to all those regions and areas that lie in the peninsular Deccan Plateau and is surrounded by the Arabian Sea from its Western side, Indian Ocean from its Southern side and the Bay of Bengal from its Eastern side. The term South India also makes differentiation between the original inhabitants of India and the series of countless invasions made by the outsiders starting from Aryans, Persian, Greek, Scythians, White Huns, Seljuks, Tartars and Mongols who later on intermixed with original inhabitants – Dravidians - and assimilated the ve... (read more) Author: Minhaj Alam

16. Anatakitaki Cave - Atiu, Cook Islands March 16, 2008 Anatakitaki Cave – Atiu, Cook Islands The Anatakitaki Cave, also know as the Cave of the Kopeka is located in the south east of Atiu, an island situated in the southern Cook Islands in the South Pacific Ocean. The Anatakitaki Cave is the longest and most spectacular cave on Atiu. It has many corridors & chambers, approximately one kilometre in length and is home to the Kopeka bird, a native to Atiu. This swift like bird, nests deep within the caverns and navigates in the dark by using an echo locating series of clicks To get to the cave, enjoy a 30-minute walk through nati... (read more) Author: Melynnda Morrissette

17. Guide To a Sailing Charter in Australia March 11, 2008 From the nice coasts around Melbourne and Tasmania to the picturesque harbors around Sydney, the tropical Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef of Queensland - Australia has everything a sailor could wish for. The nice but small country of Commonwealth of Australia is found in the Southern Hemisphere. It is %considered to be% the smallest continent in the world and composed of other neighboring islets including Tasmania and Pacific and Indian Ocean islands. Australia is also surrounded with other well-known spots such as Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, New Caledonia, New Zealand, and Van... (read more) Author: D. Browall

18. About Windsurfing March 07, 2008 Windsurfing is the most dynamic sport you’ll ever know. The feeling of capturing the wind, riding it across the water that splashes is a welcome relief from the melting sun is only part of a windsurfer’s daily thrills. Whether taking in the light smell of a lake or the rich smell of the ocean and its bay, there is no doubt that the surrounding majesty of the water is a primary incentive for windsurfing. This is a truly young sport, born about 40 years ago in Southern California. It is the brainchild of an engineer and a businessman (a sailor and a surfer, respectively). It took... (read more) Author: Carl Solf

19. Amazing Seascapes in Albany February 28, 2008 The south west of Australia has plenty to offer the intrepid campervan explorer. Thick, towering forests lie side by side with rugged, rocky coastlines and beautiful beaches, all interspersed with quaint towns steeped in history and culture. In a far flung corner of the south west lies the bustling city of Albany, which at 409 kilometres from Perth is the ideal destination for a motorhome tour. Surrounded by three high mountains and facing the blue waters of the King George III Sound, there are enough natural attractions in and around this city of 30 000 people to fill a thousand holidays, and... (read more) Author: Gavin Wyatt

20. Costa Rica Travel Packages February 28, 2008 Located in southern Central America, Costa Rica is surrounded by three different bodies of water including the Panama Canal on the southeast, the Pacific Ocean on the southwest and west and the Caribbean Ocean on the east. Because of Costa Rica's close proximity to several bodies of water, the country is an ideal stopping point for various cruise ships carrying throngs of adventurous vacationers. Depending on the area of Costa Rica you are in, the climate can differ dramatically. There are cool wet mountain ranges, rain forests, dry tropical forests, cloud forests, the very dry Pacific coast a... (read more) Author: kamal kumar

21. The Lasting Appeal of Monterey Architecture February 22, 2008 Monterey architecture helped define the look of many Southern California cities, and is still one of the region's most popular home building styles. It's not uncommon to see entire neighborhoods of Monterey homes, especially in coastal areas where the abundantly-windowed style helps keep the ocean in clear view, and enables residents to transition easily between indoor and outdoor living. The timelessness of Monterey architecture, with its emphasis on clean, vertically-oriented features and functional layout, continues to make it an attractive choice for new home builders; Monterey neighborhoo... (read more) Author: Kevin Bilberry

22. Interesting places to visit in holiday destinations in Europe February 07, 2008 One destination with many a wonders, Europe is among the finest of all holiday spots in the world. Europe's weather varies from subtropical near the Mediterranean Sea in the southern region, to sub arctic near the Barents Sea and Arctic Ocean in the northern latitudes. Variance in tourist destination in Europe is in abundance. Italy Tourist Attractions Located in the Southern Europe, Italy is where you will find large number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From internationally acclaimed art galleries and historic museums to ancient monuments… places of interest and tourist attraction... (read more) Author: Nancy Eben

23. A heart for God's people January 13, 2008 We are a God-centered church with a passion for God's glory and a heart for people. It is our desire to see the glory of God become the all consuming desire of the people in the Bayview community, Norfolk, Virginia, and beyond. To accomplish that goal we simply do what the Chruch has been doing for over 2000 years...we preach the gospel and make disciples. Bayview Baptist Church has been making a difference in the Ocean View and Norfolk communities of Virginia since 1948. At Bayview you will meet people with a passion for the glory of God and experience preaching and teaching that is Go... (read more) Author: Cary Paulk

24. More Tropical Weather With Us December 02, 2007 When you receive the Seal you will want to take better care of the earth. And you will notice signs that the earth is sick--signs like the newest indication that climate change is rapidly happening, the expansion of the tropics. The tropical belt of the earth has expanded over the last quarter of a century, as measured by the tropical atmosphere. There could be another explanation than pollution, but the change is quickly happening. El Nino is an ocean-atmosphere oscillation that happens around Christmas time in the Pacific Ocean in the southern hemisphere. El Nino may have be... (read more) Author: Jason Witt

25. Cape Town Season November 27, 2007 Cape Town has been nominated as one of the top 5 places to visit before you die. With wonderful sunshine, majestic mountains and the ocean all around, this does not come as a surprise. For locals and tourists alike there are a variety of fun activities for all members of the family to participate in. The Harfield Village Carnival takes place this November 2007, right in the heart of the southern suburbs. It is a street carnival, which starts early in the morning and lasts until late at night. There is a selection of stalls offering, among many things, food and Christmas gifts. There will ... (read more) Author: Celeste Yates

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