Rugen is the largest of Germany’s islands, nearly 1,000 sq km with 570 km long wiggling coastline of steep cliffs and broad, shallow inlets. It is a picture-book paradise of white cliffs, wide sandy beaches, wood and moorland with romantic castles, old churches and old-fashioned towns of fin de siecle villas. Photo by: mario_65

The main town is called Sassnitz, the ‘Gateway to Scandinavia‘. It is a colourful port with the longest seawall in Europe, a 1,450 m long mole where you can spend hours watching the boats come in – from passenger liners to fishing skiffs. Nearby is Jasmund National Park where the sheer chalk cliffs with their extraordinary charm, plunge dramatically into the sea. Behind the dense beech forest, there is unusually diverse woodland including wild apples and pears. There are several idyllic resorts dotted around the coast in the south east – old spa town with incredible clean beaches. Photo by: rhewson630@rogers.com

In contrast to the woods and hills of the eastern site, is a low-lying area of saltmarsh wetlands, tidal flats and peat bog with an incredible variety of flora and fauna. The lagoons there are heaven of thousands of migrating cranes. Photo by: nahaase

When to go: Rugen is beautiful at any time of year. The tourist season is April to October. Population: 73,000. Getting there: By boat – either across the Strelasund on the car ferry from Stahlbrode to Glewitz, or across the Baltic from Scandinavia. Photo by: eagle-ffm

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Cocos Islands are discovered in 1609, they were settled and owned by a single family from 1872 until the Australian Government acquired them in 1978. A pristine white beach is so typical of the beautiful Cocos Islands. The 27 coral islands are formed into two large, heavily vegetated atolls. They are the only atolls that Darwin ever visited but the coral ecosystem remains intact – and you can still see in their pristine conditions, exactly why they played such an important part in his theory of evolution.

North Keeling, set apart from the other islands, isn’t even inhabited, but you can come across extreme rarities like the Cocos buff-banded rail, robber land crabs, and both green and hawksbill turtles among other wonders, under its protection as Pulu Keeling National Park.

The Cocos islanders live on Home and West Islands, both given over to copra and coconut plantations that only add to their tropical glamour. There is no tourist industry at all. Wild place populated with divers and kite-surfers. However there are facilities for visitors, sponsored by the islanders who take in personal interest everyone who come. If you happen to be there, you are welcome to participate in the school fete, sports day or concert night. The tradition of hospitality is both, Australian and Malay.

The islanders, as much as the islands themselves, have retained a form of unpolluted innocence, and share a mutual respect that visitors immediately respond to. These islands are a dreamscape worthy to travel for.
When to go: Year-round. The winds last from April to September. But between that period the islands is second home for professional kite maniacs. Rain is most intense between March and July and usually falls in the evening after long sunny day. Population: 446. Getting there: By air, from Perth, to West Island, Cocos Islands. Photos by: Christian Bartens

Cabo de la Vela is a headland in the Guajira Peninsula in Colombia with an adjacent small fishing village. Facing the Caribbean Sea and Venezuela in the northern most part of South America. The department capital city is Riohacha.

Cabo de la Vela is the most visited tourist destination of La Guajira. It has paradisaical beaches and an excellent landscape.This truely special region is well worth a visit. From Riohacha you have to go by car over to Cuarto Vias then up through Uribia to Cabo de la Vela probably another 70/80 km.

There’s over 60 guesthouses  in Cabo de la Vela – all offer pretty basic accommodation in either cabanas with beds or in hammock. Seafood is the number one and only option and lots of beach restaurants have fresh langostas and fish on the menu.

Just as the Guajira is the ideal place for adventure tourism. Camping, bicycle tours, water sports, cultural exchanges, dances and festivals in the region.

It is a nice place and the sunset in Cabo de la Vela is amazing!

One of smallest regions in Italy, Liguria is also known as the Italian Riviera. It is a land of contrasts. Filled with romantic fishing villages, rock cliffs, and sandy beaches, Liguria is home to luxuries seaside resorts and the country’s largest commercial and naval port.

The spectacular journey along the Ligurian coast, near the border with France, goes through tunnel after tunnel, always bursting forth from darkness into warm sunlight, the aquamarine sea glimmering at your side. The region is used as the background area for movies about spies and sports car racing. 
 

Liguria is home to seventeen protected areas. The most famous of them – Marine Reserve attracts 5000 scuba divers to its waters every year. The climate makes it possible to practice many sports almost all year long. Water sports reign along the coast: sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing, kayaking, scuba diving and water skiing. The inland area offers excellent options for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. All of this makes Liguria a major tourist spot…

The AIR GAMES in Oludeniz, is an event for everyone from spectators to hard core acrobatic pilots. Also all new, beginner flyers are welcome. Oludeniz is a small resort village in the Mugla Province on the South West coast of Turkey on the Aegean Sea to the south and the high, steep sided Babadag Mountain, 14 km (9 mi) south of Fethiye.

Demonstrations of paragliding, skydiving, base-jumping, hangliding, para-motor flights, remote control plane shows, microlights, hard core acrobatic competitions, accuracy landing competitions. Also summer sun, beach and unbelievably turquoise sea is just in front of you. After the sunset the action does not stop, chilling out by watching snap-shots from the day in Cloud 9 and parties. Music, drinks, dancers and entertainment are until the crack of dawn.

It is becoming increasingly popular for festival goers to arrive early and get in a bit of relaxation or some sky time prior to the opening ceremony. Accommodation in Oludeniz is limited and fills up FAST so get in early. The Festival starts in 14th and ends in 18th, 2009.

Aleenta is natural, an intimate enclave by the sea, a resort in harmony with its surroundings, fresh and pure. Aleenta is soft as morning dew. Aleenta is inviting you to relax, a resort where you can feel at home. Aleenta is free.

Aleenta Resort offers different kind of accommodations from pool suites, ocean view suites, beach houses, penthouse, palm pool suites to frangileela suites, frangivaree suites and chaba villa.

If you are guest in Aleenta, you will have the opportunity to indulge in savoring Chef Rose's Kitchen the sustenance of life, healing herbs, exotic spices, refreshing elixirs, wholesome foods expertly prepared.

Indulge..., relax and revitalize your spirit. Pamper yourself in an unparalleled natural setting overlooking the sea. Inhale the fresh ocean air, let the sea breeze calm you and the hands of the healer take the stress away. Aleenta Spa experiences are essence of earth, detox, yoga.

If you stucked into the boredom choose to do as much as one wants or nothing at all. Aleenta activities are Cooking Class, Thai Boxing, Taichi, Yoga, Meditation, Kite Surfing, cycling possibilities are endless.

Aleenta offers a variety of packages to suite your holiday needs. All packages are based on double occupancy and exclude tax and service charge.

Aleenta Hua- Hin-Pranburi is a short 3 hours drive from Bangkok.

The Los Roques Islands are about 350 islands, cays and islets. The archipelago is a 40- minute flight from Caracas, Venezuela. Only 40 of Los Roques islands are large enough to have names. They attracting many visitors, especially from Europe. Because of the wide variety of seabirds and rich ocean life, Los Roques are declared as a National Park in 1972.

El Grend Roque is a modern fishing village which offers a lot of activities such as fishing, birding, snorkling, diving and kite surfing. On Grend Roque, the sandy streets are lined with low-key posadas and little else. As well as there’re small motorboats on Grend Roque ready to take you to the many deserted islands and cays.

Going to St.Barts is not so easy, not even with your private plane if you have one of course:)))Saint Barts is an overseas ownership of France. The island is also known as Saint Barts, Saint Barths or St. Bart’s and has a unique history.

The island is one of the four territories among the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean and is the only one, which has been a Swedish colony.

The right location of the island is approximately 250 km east of Puerto Rico and there’re 20 spectacular beaches all over it. So visitors can enjoyed the sunset panoramical or to visit Do Brazil, which is a bistro and bar, owned by Ynnick Noah, famed tennis star.

Stroll along the quay in Gustaria, the island’s main town travellers can examine the gigantic yachts, where Russian billionaires, East Coast rappers throw parties and backed playboys occupy young ladies on the aft decks:))))

As well as daredevils wind and kite surfers fly across the air and water on the Grand cul de Sac. Shell Beach can be taken on foot from Gustavia, which is perhaps the island’s best beach for serious swimming. Enjoy

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Kite Buggying or Parakarting is a fast growing sport that is great fun; it harnesses the power of the wind to propel a ‘pilot’ in a three-wheeled buggy using powerful ‘traction’ kites. The kite buggy is a light, purpose-built vehicle, it is single-seated and has one steerable front wheel and two fixed rear wheels. The driver sits in the seat located in the middle of the vehicle and accelerates and slows down by applying steering manoeuvres in coordination with flying manoeuvres of the kite.
Kite Buggying can be practiced in any open area of ground such as large fields and airfields, however the best place to go is the beaches where the surface is usually flatter, smoother and the wind is stronger and more consistent. Buggy speeds of double the speed of the wind are common.

It doesn’t take long to see why the Sheraton Waikiki is the hub for entertainment in one of the world’s liveliest destination resorts. During the day, guests soak up the sun while enjoying a myriad of activities from swimming, snorkeling, surfing and sailing — even whale watching in the winter.

In the spirit of ho’okipa (to entertain), the Sheraton has designed the Ho’okipa Activity Center. This special place includes a fitness center, a business center, and a children’s center (home of the Sheraton’s Keiki Aloha Program).
The perfect day comes to a perfect end with nightly music and dancing by the pool. Sip a cool drink and watch the magical sunset with friends and family before dining at one of the fine culinary choices available on-site.

The Sheraton is also boasts Esprit, Waikiki’s only beachfront nightclub featuring Hawaii’s finest entertainers — and it’s the perfect venue for dancing.

The Sheraton Waikiki can make your wildest dreams become a favorite memory.

The Sheraton Waikiki hotel boasts all the amenities any traveler would need or expect. A 24- hour concierge service assures guests have an enjoyable experience. Business travelers are happy to know there’s a recently renovated business center and a number of meeting rooms on-site, including the Hawaii Room (Waikiki’s largest ballroom) to facilitate any and all occasions.

Sheraton Waikiki Accommodations Include:

- Ocean View Rooms
- In-Room Safe
- Ocean Front Rooms
- Writing Desk
- Air-Conditioning
- Suites
- Individual Climate Control
- Telephone
- Hairdryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television Internet Access
(Some of the amenities above may not be available in all rooms.)

Imagine beaches so pristine, so untouched, that yours are the only footsteps in the sand…. You’ll discover the beaches of your dreams on Lizard Island and delight in exploring them on foot or by motorised dinghy. Take a gourmet picnic lunch and find a private beach to enjoy. White sands meet crystal clear waters and below the surface a myriad of colour and life awaits discovery. Snorkellers are rewarded for little effort, coral gardens, brightly coloured tropical fish and giant clams are a few of Lizard Island’s magical underwater sights.

Discover the variety of diving and snorkelling attractions that have made Lizard Island an international favourite. From coral gardens to the dramatic channel drop-offs and the famous ‘Cod Hole’ with its friendly residents, the Great Barrier Reef offers beauty beyond belief.

Hotel Amenities

-Overview
This premier resort off the coast of North Queensland is also a national park that features an idyllic lagoon and numerous vanilla sand beaches. Asian-influenced accommodations bespeak serene coastal chic

- stylish villas, suites and guestrooms all offer a private deck, balcony or veranda and superb sea views. Here you’ll be treated to full-spectrum hospitality as you enjoy a true reef encounter. The ocean calls with snorkeling in a garden of giant clams and renowned scuba diving at the world famous Cod Hole, where you’ll come face to face with a massive potato cod that swims right up to inspect you. Learn the true meaning of “seclusion” with a picnic lunch on a private beach. Set out on a magnificent walk and glimpse a monitor, the lizard after which the island was named. Explore the surrounding waters in a catamaran, then be touched by a massage at the Azure Spa.

-Restaurants and Amenities

-Osprey’s Restaurant, breakfast, lunch, dinner, local seafood, tropical fruits, menu changes daily, picnic hampers available

-Bar, lounge, Austrailian wines, liqueurs, spirits

-Beach, , water sports, surfing, glass bottom boat trips, catamarans, motorized dinghies, deepwater diving, snorkeling available

-Guided nature walks

-Freshwater pool

-Book, games room

- Azure Spa, range of treatments, massages, gymnasium

-Tennis court, night/day

-Island boutique

-Guest departure lounge, television, Internet access

- Meeting rooms

-Concierge, laundry service, safe deposit boxes, fax, currency exchange, postal service, first aid clinic

-Child Policy

Children 13 and older are allowed

Location

- Lizard Island is the northernmost Great Barrier Reef resort, 27 km off the Queensland coast, 240 km, north of Cairns

- Regular flights are available from all Australian capital cities to Lizard Island (LZR) daily via Cairns, CNS

Room Amenities

-Room Descriptions
Anchor Bay Room: Located in a tropical garden setting with easy access to Anchor Bay and the beach, Anchor Bay Rooms have a private balcony with hammock. Interiors are compact but comfortable. Family Rooms offer two separate sleeping areas.

Anchor Bay Suite: Set in a broad sweeping arc along Anchor Bay, with easy access to the main Lodge, Anchor Bay Suites offer captivating sea views and each has a pathway leading directly to the beach. Seamlessly blending indoors and out in an elegant and spacious open plan design, a large verandah with daybed is one of the many designer comforts.

Sunset Point Villa: Sunset Point Villas are set high on Sunset Ridge amongst native eucalyptus bushland. Providing filtered sea views over Anchor Bay or Sunset Beach, these Villas offer privacy and easy access to a string of secluded beaches. Each Villa has a private deck with comfortable Australian timber squatter chairs and a hammock. Inside, the mix of colors and textures creates a calm retreat with the surrounding coastal bushland the inspiration for the understated and elegant design.

Perched high above the Coral Sea and set on the point of Sunset Ridge, The Pavilion combines complete privacy with a spectacular 270 degree panorama of Anchor Bay, Osprey Island and Sunset Beach. Extensively refurbished mid 2003, a new expansive decking area incorporates a private plunge pool, sun lounges and a daybed area, inviting guests to relax and take in the stunning views. Leaving the balcony to stroll down a private path, guests will discover another secluded area where chairs and a table have been perfectly positioned to make the most of sea breezes and gorgeous views. Inside, the Pavilion offers every comfort. Bollinger champagne and a deluxe fruit bowl greet guests on arrival. A laptop computer for downloading and sending emails and high powered binoculars are among some of the special features.

Includes

-All meals, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages

-Motorized dinghies, paddle skis, sailboards

-Glass bottom boat trips and many island activities

-Packages and Promotions
-5-night minimum stay required, Sunset Point Villa

-4-night minimum stay required in Apr 2007-Mar 2008, Anchor Bay Room or Suite, Sunset Point Villa, or Pavilion

-All meals, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks

- Mortorized dinghies, paddle skis, sailboards

Fiesta Americana Vacation Club at Cancun Features

Spacious studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom villas

Well-equipped kitchens

Cable TV/DVD player

Air conditioning

Car parking

Exercise facilities

Fiesta Kids (an Entertainment Club for children)

Heated swimming pool

Tennis nearby

Deli

On-property restaurant

Water recreation

Golf nearby (fees apply)

Accommodations

Studios

Recommended Occupancy: 2 people
Maximum Occupancy: 4 people

One-bedroom Villas

Recommended Occupancy: 2-3 people
Maximum Occupancy: 4 people

Two-bedroom Villas

Recommended Occupancy: 4-6 people
Maximum Occupancy: 8 people

Three-bedroom Villas

Recommended Occupancy: 6-8 people
Maximum Occupancy: 10 people