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January 2013

5 Unique Australian Destinations to Visit

written by Mae

Australia is undoubtedly a land of extremes, and there are a multitude of incredible destinations to visit in this vast and ever-changing country. If you’re planning a trip to explore this amazing continent, here are 5 truly unique Australian destinations that should definitely be included on your travel itinerary.

The Great Ocean Road

This drive is essential for anyone who is exploring Australia by car. Many travellers even hire a car just to experience this amazing stretch of stunning scenery and breath-taking views. Aside from the natural beauty of the landscape, there are several towns that merit a stop along the way, including Port Campbell and Wye River. If you don’t fancy the drive, why not take advantage of one of the tours, and let someone else do all the running around for you!

Fraser Island

While visiting sunny Queensland, make sure you schedule a trip to the World Heritage listed site of Fraser Island. Fraser is the largest sand island in the world, and is home to a range of beautiful flora and fauna. From the pure white beaches to the towering rainforest trees, exploring this unique island paradise is a relaxing activity that the whole family can enjoy.

Fraser island

January 30, 2013 0 comment

Cuba

Isla De La Juventud – An Island of Many Names

written by Mae

Think holidays in Cuba began and end with Havana? So do most, but look a little beyond the obvious and join the privileged few than discover more!

There’s nothing quite like having something named after you as a means of thanks to your hard work and commitment – something Isla De La Juventud represents in fine form. Having been previously known under the equally charming handles of the Isle of Pines, Parrot Island and even Treasure Islands, Isla De La Juventud was renamed with the current moniker in 1975 as a tribute to youngsters studying, working and basically making the island what it is today – a real Cuban gem!

The region is comprised of nearly 700 small islets and cays, delivering a remarkable sensory experience for any visitor to Cuba in the form of the Los Cannareos archipelago. Nearby hills hide an insurmountable fortune in diverse and frankly stunning marbles, along with lush vegetation that contrasts remarkably with the rough coastlines.

Locals and visitors alike often refer to Isla De La Juventud as the land of ceramic and citrus, as along with the marble deposits the region is also an important centre for fruit production. Prior to harvest season, the air is filled with the intoxicating and unforgettable aroma of lemon blossom, as the enormous orange and grapefruit plantations near readiness. The quality of this fruit is in huge demand all over the world and is not to be missed out on when paying a visit to Cuba.

Such an overwhelming abundance of important historical and archeological sites has seen the Isla De La Juventud become a protected zone recognised all over the world, where rare and exotic creatures like enormous lizards and wild pigs run free as nature intended.

Fly fishing

January 19, 2013 0 comment

Travel Adventures

The Complete Guide to the Top Manufacturers of Kayaks in the US

written by Mae

If you live in the US you are in perhaps the best country in the world for kayaking, but why? With the Great Lakes and vast coastline throughout this nation you can kayak in the environment which suits you. But you must choose the right manufacturers of kayaks in the US by looking at customer service, reputation for quality, and innovation.

Ocean Kayak

Ocean Kayak came into being when the original founder of the company carved out two places in his surfboard in Malibu, California. This idea soon caught on and people began asking where they could get one. By the middle of the 1980s the operation had moved to Ferndale, Washington and the mass production of kayaks began.

This expansion led to the company creating the rotomolding technique. Rotomolded polyethylene made a practically indestructible kayak at prices the majority could afford. Its first breakthrough model, the Scupper Classic, soon began a tirade where its range expanded to offer quality kayaks to customers looking to ride in style wherever they want.

Now, the organization bases itself in Old Town, ME. It also has an office in Auckland, New Zealand, so avid kayakers around the world can explore the ocean waves using kayaks at the forefront of the industry. For its innovation alone, Ocean Kayak is a quality kayak manufacturer in the USA.

Top Manufacturers of Kayaks

Cobra Kayaks

January 18, 2013 0 comment

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Wednesday Whites 86: Abandoned

written by Mae

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#Jitensha, #Bicycle, bicicleta #Fahrrad, #Bisikleta

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We are all treading the vanishing road of a song in the air, the vanishing road of the spring flowers and the winter snows, the vanishing roads of the winds and the streams, the vanishing road of beloved faces. ( Richard Le Gallienne)

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No matter your age, I’m certain that you have wondered how far the road ahead would you still travel. You would often look back at the road behind you, tread memory lane as frequently as possible and hope to see that happy child running towards you, its bright eyes full of dreams, of promises. It is still the same child, now only grown; perhaps a bit aged, now more knowledgeable.

Lately, it has been seeing abandonment left and right, its heart getting broken bit by bit. It wonders, “why can’t life be as simple as when I was riding my bike down that hilly path?”

Change is inevitable, that’s true. So does aging, so does dying. But why must we leave childhood with such sweet abandon and go through life forgetting that this is all temporary?

January 16, 2013 0 comment

Accommodation

Roomorama: Finding Your Place in This World

written by Mae

Even the most prolific of travelers will agree that truly, there’s no place like home. But, the lure of cheap flights, travel deals, and the call of beauty waiting to be discovered can’t make you stay put. No matter where you go in the world, your heart and feet will always look forward to that cozy bedroom where your mom used to read to you at night. If you’re one weary traveler who has somewhat grown tired of staying in hotels, you’d be pleased to know that there is an alternative: renting apartments.

Prague Sunset

January 10, 2013 0 comment

Accommodation Hotel Nevada

Las Vegas for the Less Adventurous…not!

written by Mae

It’s not unusual that hearsay, television shows and movies greatly influence how one perceives or sees things. Las Vegas is one of the many cities that has fallen victim to this. Sadly, misconceptions flared by the media have hindered many to book a trip to this fabulous city…which is as normal as your regular state; schools, playgrounds, parks, hospitals, and everything that makes every metropolitan function are available.

No, it’s not only gambling or eating all day or being vain when you visit Sin city – which admittedly, would be the reasons that it has been christened such. The city promises fun not limited to live casino games you play at online, buffets and shopping. There are many attractions that kids and kids at heart would both enjoy. If you ever find yourself bound to a trip to the Sin city, make sure that you have readied yourself for a list of cool events to engage in and things to do and see.

Bellagio

January 4, 2013 0 comment