2010 April travel tips and stories. Vacations ideas, cruises spa and resorts

Phuket is a very popular destination in Thailand in the last five years. While many of the sandy beaches on the western coast have attracted ruthless developers who have contrived to disfigure the area’s natural beauty, but the exception is the Trisara luxury resort and spa, which is situated on a private bay just fifteen minutes from the island’s international airport. Set in 40 acres (16 ha) of secluded tropical forest and parkland the resort consists of forty-two-sea-facing suites and villas that all have their won infinity pools. While the suites offer an enormous space inside, the villas at twice as big. Photo by: torbakhopper
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The Nam Hai Resort is a showcase of pure luxury, with one hundred stunning designer villas, set in perfect symmetry around manicured lawns and infinity pools that glide seamlessly into the unspoiled white sands of Ha My beach and the aqua-blue waters of the South China Sea, creating an air of peace and tranquility. Inside the opulent villas there is abundance of space and light: Split-level platforms contain king-size beds adorned with a mountain of soft cushions; bathrooms boast lengthy, eggshell-lacquered baths opening out onto private gardens of optional alfresco showering, daybeds and giant sofas are located on the porch for afternoon napping. The forty-pool villas have private temperature-controlled swimming pools and the added indulgence of a personal butler. Photo by: Sanctu
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Accessible only by water, the Six Senses Hideaway at Ninh Van Bay is totally secluded and dazzlingly beautiful. White sand glistens below towering verdant mountains, and sea is mesmerizing with its multiple shades of blue. All the villas in the resort were designed according to Vietnamese architectural traditions and offer the utmost in luxury, with their own gardens, handcrafted wooden bathtubs, wine cellar and walk-in closets.
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Tanjong Jara Resort is a very beautiful experience. The ancient philosophy of Sucimurni practices purity of the spirit, health, and well-being. Old treatments dating back to the days of the Malacca sultanate have been revived to treat modern-day needs. The Asam Roselle experience uses the healing power of hibiscus plant’s red flowers in a relaxing massage, creamy scrub, and rejuvenating tea drink to improve the complexion and benefit the kidneys. Traditional Malay massage, floral baths, and scented steam rooms ease tensions away. Photo by: HooLengSiong
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Surrounded by the surreally beautiful Hangzhou Mountains, mist-swathed lakes and a working tea plantation, the peacefulness of the Funchun Resort belies its proximity to the bustling modern cities of Hangzhou and Shanghai. This exclusive lakeside hideaway, the first of its kind in China, offers a quiet and luxurious living. All seventy lakeside and garden rooms and the twelve villas with private pools offer Zen-inspired living quarters. 
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Mardan Palace hotel and is located in Antalya, on the Turkish Riviera. It is only 10 km from International Antalya Airport and 15 km from Antalya city center. Mardan Palace is a perfect decision to have a relaxing holiday! Mardan Palace is located at the beautiful shore of the Mediterranean Sea in the Lara region occupying a total area of 180,000sqm, comprising 560 unique Rooms and Villas. Each of the guestrooms and suites boasts spectacular views on the pool side, mountain or the sea.
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Just few minutes away of the town of Marseille a piece of nature survive untouched among pine trees, rocky cliffs, and turquoise waters, all this making you feel as though you get across the Caribbean. Some of the cliff shores were once ancient river months. They puncture the shore as far as 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) inland. These areas are now protected and are left wild and untouched. Some have a few small, shedlike homes at the edge of the water with tiny little restaurants nearby. In Sormiou, Le Lunch restaurant offers plastic furniture and rather overpriced fresh fish, but it has a unique selling point. The Mediterranean gently laps at its feet while all around, the views offer only blue sea and impressive limestone cliffs.
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Landmannalaugar is a popular destination in Iceland for visitors seeking relief and tranquility. Whether you suffer from chronic arthritis, head-splitting migraines, depression, or simply stress, the hot springs are renowned for their healing and therapeutic powers.
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Renowned for its natural hot springs featuring rejuvenating benefits that discriminating travelers have enjoyed since the 18th century. A premier luxury resort located in the picturesque Allegheny Mountains of southwestern Virginia, United States. Presidents and princes are among the distinguished guests who have “taken the waters” in their legendary healing springs. Everything from the valet parking area to the golf course are well maintained. With activities ranging from skiing to fishing to horseback riding to hiking, this is a great place to visit and bring the whole family. Three major springs in the Warm Springs Valley of the Allegheny Mountains in Bath and Allegheny Counties can be found in western Virginia along US Route 220 – Warm Springs, Hot Springs and Healing Springs.
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Marlin Lodge is one of the greatest destination in southern Africa, perfect for safari stop. Thatched bungalows stretch along the sandy white bay of Flamingo, connected by walkways on stilts over the lush greenery. The freshwater swimming pool is hidden away in a glade of coconut palms. The rooms have spectacular sea views from the four-poster beds.
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