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St. Vincent & Deps. (Bequia, Canouan Grenadines)
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St. Vincent & Deps. (Bequia, Canouan Grenadines) St. Vincent and the Grenadines consists of 32 islands. It is an unpretentious and a relatively quiet destination, where active, eco-friendly vacations focus on hiking jungle trails, catching glimpses of rare parrots, trekking to spectacular waterfalls, and climbing an active volcano. The Grenadines, on the other hand, dazzle visitors with amazing inns and resorts, fine white-sand beaches, excellent sailing waters, and a get-away-from-it-all atmosphere. On St. Vincent, take a taxi to Wallilabou Bay and walk on the forgotten "Pirates of the Caribbean" set. Wallilabou Falls, one mile away, and stand in a waist-deep pool under 13-foot waterfalls. Bequia's summit gives scenic harbor views from the Old Fort, a restored plantation house. It is very famous for exceptional snorkeling and diving. Bequia attracts quite a number of tourists. The island is quite hilly and well forested with fruit and nut trees. There are 30 dive sites throughout this island. Each dive site can be reached in 15 minutes by a boat ride. Sources:
http://www.fodors.com/world/caribbean/st-vincent-and-the-grenadines/ http://www.footprinttravelguides.com/latin-america/caribbean-islands/windward-islands/the-grenadines/bequia/
St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John are the three islands of the U. S. Virgin Islands. St. Croix with 84 square miles is the largest of all the islands, while St. John is considered to be the most pristine of the U.S. Virgin Islands due to its National Park that covers two thirds of the island. Fort Christian is the oldest structure in the Virgin Islands. It was completed by the Danish in 1671 and has been used as a government building, church, and courthouse. Today this structure serves as a museum. The U.S. Virgin Islands offer some of the most stunning and beautiful beaches. Magen’s bay beach is one of the top ten beaches of the world and one of the sites most visited by visitors in St. Thomas. Trunk Bay is another beach located on the neighboring island of St. John also one of the top ten beaches. Coki Beach is very calm and offers safe diving. The fish at the beach are used to being hand fed. Sapphire Beach is another beautiful beach with white sand. This beach not as busy like other beaches. Source: http://www.bigseaproductions.com/_U.S.Virgin_Islands/index.html
A visit to Tortola offers a genuine chance to experience other islands in the British Virgin Islands chain. These include Norman Island, Jost Van Dyke, Peter Island, Marina Cay and Virgin Gorda. Tortola and most of the British Virgin Islands are mountainous islands. The climate and vegetation are much drier than many Caribbean islands. Tortola has no rain forests. The dry climate of the islands has a beneficial side effect; because of the lack of runoff, the clarity of the sea is more dependably higher than many other places in the Caribbean. For this reason, the British Virgin Islands are a popular destination for divers and snorkelers. Protective effect of the islands surrounding Tortola, seas tend to be calm here most of the time making the region a welcoming destination for those who are prone to motion sickness and want to participate in small-boat rides. The steady winds and calm seas also make Tortola and the British Virgin Islands are one of the world's premier sailing excursions. Cane Garden Bay at Tortola is the most popular beach in the British Virgin Islands. Brewers Bay and Smugglers Cove both beaches are considered to be the two best snorkeling beaches on Tortola. Source: http://www.cruisecritic.com/ports/newport.cfm?ID=16 ATLANTIC OCEAN
Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo is a wonderful complex along North Shore Road across Flatts Bridge in Hamilton Parish. Therea are more than 300 birds, reptiles and mammals from oceanic islands. The Aquarium houses more than 200 species of fish, and features the award-winning North Rock Exhibit. Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo is one of the top Bermuda sightseeing places. Kings Wharf Bermuda a great dockyard and naval base built by the British in the 19th century. This in one of the top Bermuda tourist attraction. Bermuda Maritime Museum a fascinating story of Bermuda's maritime heritage captured in a 19th-century fortress at the Royal Naval Dockyard in Sandys Parish. This become The National Museum of Bermuda after additional buildings and fortifications were added in December 2009. Dolphin Quest Bermuda a fantastic Dolphin center in Royal Naval Dockyard. You can swim with dolphins, touch or feed them. This is another must see Bermuda sightseeing place. Crystal Caves and Fantasy Caves Bermuda has a guided tour within the caves complex to experience the spectacular Crystal and Fantasy Caves. Crystal caves is located in Hamilton Parish. Source: http://www.bermuda-attractions.com/bermuda_000026.htm
The Faroe or Faeroe are 18 islands in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean, northwest of Scotland and halfway between Iceland and Norway. You will never be more than five kilometers from the ocean at any given point if you travel to the Faroe Islands. The countryside is flourishing with beautiful greenery. The Faroe Islands tourist season operates between May and September because of its proximity to the Arctic Circle. In the winter, only five hours of daylight so it is best to travel in the summer to get more sunlight. Faroe Islands travel can consist of a visit to the numerous picturesque towns like the capital Torshavn. The inner area of the islands has sharp mountain peaks and plentiful wildlife. The Faroe Islands functions virtually as a magnet for birds migrating over the North Atlantic Ocean. The birds are migrated from the east, but several North American species have also been migrated here. There are just a handful of local birds. There are lot of chances of finding rare birds at Faroe Islands. Rare birds can turn up everywhere, but there is a tendency that birds concentrate at the northern, southern, eastern and westernmost points, depending on the dominant winds. The landscape is both helpful and challenging. Due to the lack of trees birds will often end up in gardens in villages or seek shelter in the plantations. There are closely 300 different bird species have been recorded at the Faroe Isalnds. Only 100 of them are regular migrants or breeding birds. The rest of them are rare migrants and some new birds are add to the Faroe islands list every year. Source: http://europetravel.net/Faroe-Islands/
Greenland (Kalaallit Nunaat) is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of Denmark, located between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans, east of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. Narsarsuaq is a village in Southern Greenland. The term Narsarsuaq means the great plain in Greenlandic. The small population of Narsarsuaq is employed in the airport and the tourism industry. Its attractions include a great diversity of wildlife, gemstones, tours to glaciers, and an airfield museum. Illulisat is a beautiful town near Sisimiut in Greenland. The word Illulisat means “the icebergs.” There are number of reasons to visit this place including boat trips to view the gigantic icebergs, helicopter sightseeing trips, and trips to the surrounding settlements. Disko Bay is a bay on the western coast of Greenland. The bay characterizes the complete Greenlandic adventure at a single location. Disko Bay, also called Qasigiannguit, is ideal for hiking in the summer time, with tundra plains, gentle hills, green passes, blue fjords and mountain tops. Sermermiut is a settlement situated in close proximity to town of Illulisat. A tour to Sermermiut is one of the integral parts of Greenland tourism. This hiking tour is accomplished under the midnight sun and takes you to Sermermiut Mountain which is located less south of Illulisat. Source: http://northamericantouristdestinations.com/category/greenland/
Iceland's main attraction lies in its dramatic landscapes, which vary from glacial to volcanic. Numerous sections of its coast are spectacular and its snow capped mountains are glorious. During winter, the Northern Lights are worth a trip just for a view on a cold, clear night. In summer, the sun will dip below the horizon late in the day. The capital Reykjavik is a new and fun place to be in the New Year. Icelandic law places no restriction on the use of fireworks, so this activity is very popular. This is reason why the Icelandic people put on one of the best New Year’s Eve fireworks shows. Fireworks go on all night and peak at midnight. In Iceland, Christmas holiday does not end until on January 6th with a special celebration of the Twelfth Night. On this day the elves and trolls come out dancing and singing and celebrate with the Icelanders that gather around bonfires and celebrate with more fireworks. Whale watching in Iceland is an incredible place to visit. The best time to visit this place is from May to September. Source: http://www.thereareplaces.com/newguidebook/pdest/icpts.htm EUROPE & MEDITERRANEAN
Austria is an amazing travel destination. This little country in the heart of Europe has a full history, beautiful landscapes, and cultural riches. Fine hospitality attracts some millions of visitors from all over the world each year. Schönbrunn Palace is the most visited tourist attraction in Austria. Its unique style of imperial Baroque paintings in the archetypical Hapsburg light yellow makes it the number one place to visit. Schönbrunn is one of the world’s oldest and largest zoos which has been renovated recently according to the highest standards. The Giant Ferris Wheel is a prominent Viennese landmark. The Giant Ferris Wheel was built in between 1896 and 1897 and was recently revamped, making it better than ever before! Riding the Giant Ferris Wheel gives an amazing overview of the Viennese City. The Schlossberg Graz with the Clock Tower is the landmark of Graz, capital of the provincial state of Syria and Austria’s second largest city. Swarovski Crystal Worlds is a theme-park exhibition showcasing the crystal jewellery of Swarovski. This was built in 1995. The Basilica Mariazell is located a two hour car-ride in the South-West of Vienna. It is an important pilgrim location for Roman-Catholics. Source: http://euro-pen.hubpages.com/hub/Top-Ten-Attractions-Austria
The Balearic Islands of Majorca, Minorca and Ibiza are the definition of a sun, sea and sand getaway. Golden sands, clear seas and blue skies that are devoid of clouds is the amazing landscape in the Balearic Islands. Each of the three main islands has its own unique characteristics that appeal to different holiday makers. Majorca or Mallorca’s main attraction is its thriving nature and fascinating architecture. Palma is the capital city filled with intricate cathedrals, churches, and the stunning Bellver Castle. The Mondrago National Park consists of pure white sandy beaches and some of the most incredibly clear waters in Europe. Some may feel that a vacation to Menorca can sacrifice an exciting and busy nightlife. Ibiza is the Balearic Island and party capital of the world. Ibiza lets you drink and dance until dawn and then start all over again! Visit the mountains of the Serra de Tramuntana and take the antique tourist train from Plalms to Soller to see a breathtaking view. Source: http://www.eurotriptips.com/guide-balearic-islands-majorca-minorca-ibiza/
http://www.placesonline.com/europe/cyprus/paphos/introduction.asp http://lifestyle.iloveindia.com/lounge/cyprus-attractions-3023.html
The Czech Republic is a rapidly developing European nation. Prague is one of Europe's most beautiful cities. Historic Prague is well preserved and has been designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It was constructed between the eleventh and eighteenth centuries. The Charles Bridge connects the Old Town with the Lesser Town to the west and is lined with performers throughout the day. On the hill is the Prague Castle and its St. Vitus' Cathedral, a complex which dominates the city's skyline. The Castle (Prazsky Hrad) is a popular attraction along with its palaces and cathedrals. Take a river cruise to see Prague's beautiful sights from the Vltava. The Old Town Square and the Wenceslas Square (a grand boulevard really) in the New Town (southeast of the Old Town) are the two most popular meeting places in the city. The Old town is filled with colorful buildings, good restaurants, and is quite interesting. Source: http://www.thereareplaces.com/newguidebook/pdest/ezpts.htm
Visit the National Gallery to see its collection of Danish and European art, the Viking Ship Museum and Kronborg Castle, the castle from Shakespeare's Hamlet. Rosenberg Castle, a beautiful building, was built in the seventeenth century and has been transformed into a fascinating museum. Temporary and treasury exhibitions are open to the public. The 10 mile Oresund Bridge Connecting Denmark and Sweden carries over 6,000 travelers by car or train everyday. Legoland is one of the most popular places to visit in Denmark because almost everything is made out of Legos! The park was opened in 1968. It still delights Denmark visitors each year. The park offers countless attractions and fun rides for all ages, so everyone in the family will enjoy it! There are some indoor activities, exhibitons, and new thrill rides. The Tivoli Park in Copenhagen is another attraction that is pretty amazing. This park has serene park areas and activities for the little ones and rides for the thrill seeking teens and adults in the family. Shopping in Denmark is also a huge attraction. Stroget Street in Copenhagen is one of Europe's longest shopping streets and one of Denmark's top sights. Here you will find low prices, simple foods, clothing chains. The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen attraction is one of the smallest but still one of the best and most unique ones as well. The Little Mermaid is just 4 feet tall. She is located close to the shore of the cruise harbor "Langelinie.” Source: http://pongogirl2.hubpages.com/hub/The-Top-10-Best-Places-to-Visit-in-Denmark
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