exotic vacations

Goa / India

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With its fine sand, turquoise waters, lakes, waterfalls and its mountains, Goa (state in southwestern India) is an idyllic spot, considered by many among the most romantic destinations. The mixture of Indian and Portuguese culture attracts millions of tourists every year.

Cruises are best to visit this region, the most famous being the Mandovi River. Those who are fans of water sports can try absolutely anything that comes to mind at Dona Paula, located 7 km from Panajii. From here, opens a magnificent view over the river estuary and Zaur Mormugao port.

Of the many beaches in Goa, Calangute is one of the most popular coconut plantations increasing its charm. In the '60s, '70s hippie youth was known as the Mecca of Europe. Today, Calangute means with thermal water spas, massage parlors and supermarkets. If the golden sands continues to enchant millions of tourists, the church complex on the street or Alex Kerker art are additional attractions.

Nassau / Bahamas

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If you are fascinated with the landscapes of the series "Pirates of the Caribbean", then a holiday in Nassau would be the ideal choice for a relaxing stay, combining the tranquility of the Bahamas's tumultuous history.

Nassau town was founded by the British in the seventeenth century, received the name of Charles Towe. Shortly thereafter, the name was changed to the capital of Bahamas in Nassau, named in honor of King William III of Orange-Nassau. Due to strategic positioning, Nassau has often been attacked by pirates and Spaniards burned it 3 times.

By 1800, Nassau enter the tourist track, a resort soon became very popular among Americans. They still choose to spend their holiday in Nassau because of the small distance from the U.S..
Because natural resources are limited, tourism became the main source of income. With a population exceeding 180,000 residents, Nassau continuously exploring their potential for tourism to attract more tourists.

Hence the large number of restaurants, terraces and fancy intense night life who amazes even the most experienced party people. Besides these attractions, Nassau is famous for its large number of casinos.
Because it is one of the most important holiday destinations in the Bahamas, Nassau offers tourists many attractions. Among these, the most popular are the Pirate Museum, Gardens Ardastra (Lory parrots and flamingos are the main attraction), Nature Conservation Center, Fort Fincastle, Nassau Harbour Queen or stairs.

Punta Cana / Dominican Republic

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Traveling to Punta Cana, are absorbed by an isolated paradise with 40 miles of pearly beaches, dotted with palm trees, almost as a virgin paradise that time the island was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1492.

Punta Cana este cea mai rapidă creştere destinaţie turistică şi cea mai mare din Caraibe şi este o populară destinaţie de vacanţă de oameni din întreaga lume. Punta Cana boasts more that 50 hotels and 30,000 hotel rooms spread across 40 kilometers of the East Coast's beautiful white sand beaches, making it single largest tourist destination in the Caribbean. Punta Cana are mai mult de 50 hoteluri si 30.000 de camere de hotel răspândit peste 40 km de Coasta de Est a frumoase plaje cu nisip alb, ceea ce face cea mai mare destinaţie turistică unică în Caraibe. It is also the largest single destination for golf. Este de asemenea cea mai mare singură destinaţie pentru golf.

Relax on the beach, enjoy the crystal clear waters or explore the tropical surrounds a relaxing catamaran cruise to the Isle of Saone. White sandy beaches, coconut palms, crystal clear turquoise and a special Dominican touch Waters Makes Unforgettable day for a year of relaxation During your Caribbean vacation. white sandy beaches, coconut palms, crystal clear turquoise waters and a special note is the Dominican for a day of relaxation during unforgettable Caribbean vacation

Phuket/Thailanda

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Phuket Island is the island's largest and most likely knew of Thailand. It is also a province by itself, and while its economy was historically based on rubber and tin, now is no doubt that tourism is the most important of the island.

Reaching Phuket is quite easy, due to a bridge that runs on the island continent. There is also the Phuket International Airport, which receives daily flights from a variety of international centers. Buses, tuk tuks, taxis and motorbikes are the main form of transport on the island itself.

The beaches are one of the biggest attractions in Phuket, Patong hat, with its sandy beach three miles, restaurants, shops and night clubs is one of the most extensive and most popular. Hat Karon is another, and while the beach is less commercial, is adjacent to several resorts. There are also mountains, conservation areas and headlands to explore.

Festivals are a big part of the culture of the island, and there are some unique holiday on offer. The nine days Vegetarian Festival, which takes place in September and October, and Phuket Travel Fair, a variety of entertainment and attraction is different.Of course, like most of Thailand is exotic and delicious local cuisine, and many resorts, restaurants, hotels and other facilities, you are guaranteed a comfortable and enjoyable holiday on the island.

Isla de Margarita / Venezuela

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Margarita Island, located 40 km from the coast of Venezuela, is 244 km from shore. Beaches with crystalline waters, next to which you can listen to the waves, you can sunbathe and laze in peace. Sure, you do not expect to find here the right idyllic beaches, friendly restaurants and shooping quality. And even if you have not heard, however, does not mean that they do not exist. Making a tour of the island is more affordable than you think. With a lower fuel price than probalil anywhere in the world, renting a car is the best alternative. Like that of a taxi. The main streets here are a paradise for lovers of shooping. Conejeros Market or Porlamar are just some of the locations from which you purchase in addition to clothing, shoes, and souvenirs. Ah! Do not forget ceramic masks, beautifully decorated, or handmade sculptures, very attractive and affordable price.

El Agua Beach is one of the most popular and beautiful in the whole island. Most tourists gather there because the sand is very fine, numerous restaurants lined up along the beach, offering a break after a sunny day and tiring. Other beaches worth your attention and towel should be Juan Griego, Bella Vista, Playa El Guacuco and Yakue. For other places to desfeti your senses, or at least some of them, try the beaches of the north and west of the island. Parquito Playa is a spectacular white sand and coconut palms. Frequently Called St. Tropez's Margarita Island, the beach attracts countless wealthy Venezuelans.

But beyond the beaches there are plenty of places worth to be seen on the island of Margarita. Obviously, with clothes on. Historic architecture includes the Cathedral of Our Lady of La Asuncion, dating from the 1738 Los Robles, Pampatar Church, Santa Ana and St. Joseph. Castles and fortresses like the Castillo de San Carlos Borromeo (1664), Santiago de la Caranta Fortin (1596) and Castillo de Santa Rosa La Asunción (1683) are among the most impressive monuments. Resting La Laguna is the most visited attraction of the island of Margarita. Park can be accessed only by boat and has an impressive variety of flora and fauna, including white-tailed deer, ocelots, turtles and 107 species of birds. Over 10,000 hotel rooms in Margarita you expect from the most intimate and tropical influences, to the five stars. Prices vary depending on location from $ 20 per night per person. In a word, for all budgets.

And because such a holiday can not be happening without windsurfing, well know that there are a number of companies willing to rent to tourists and provide necessary equipment for beginners lessons. Prices are not very steep, starting at $ 35 for one session of 90 minutes. But whatever you choose activities that you can explore the island of Margarita careless May 1. And not only. You will find there, Venezuela's paradise!

Pattaya/Thailand

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Coral Island, Phuket or Hey Island This island of Phuket’s south coast is so well known for its coral reef that it is often referred to simply as Coral Island. in addition to the splendid reefs there are two fine beaches on the north and west. Hey island is part of a marine preserve, but accommodations, restaurant, various watersports, and diving are all available

If Pattaya’s crowded beach is not what you envisage to spend your precious vacation on, this full-day quick getaway to Coral Island makes for a perfect substitute ideal for family, couples and a group of friends.Nothing beats spending the day relaxing and working on your tan on an idyllic island. Located 7.5 kilometres off of Pattaya, Coral Island (Koh Lan) offers peaceful and immaculate sandy beaches — a perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of Pattaya.

Your visit to Pattaya is not complete without a day trip to the sprawling Nong Nooch Tropical garden, just 20 minutes away from the city. The 500 acre park with Thai style houses, orchids and cactus gardens and a picturesque lake was developed by a rich lady of taste, and now being run by his son. Nong Nooch stands for beauty, and that is what oozes out of every part of the park. The plants and the surroundings are very well maintained, but you do not get to see a single gardener at work. The park comes alive with cultural and elephant shows. The traditional dancers in their dazzling silk attires dance to the most melodious of songs and keep the guests enraptured. Few rounds of Thai boxing and elephant warfare add variety to the show. Elephant show follows, in an open field and the well trained animals keep you entertained with their skills in basket ball, bowling, soccer, dart shooting. Even there is foot massage for the brave few who volunteer to lie under the playful jumbos. Did you enjoy the show? Then buy bananas at Baht 20 to feed the insistent animal. Entry fee to the park Baht 300.

Island Corfu/Greece

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Corfu is an island covered with green pastures, vineyards and orange groves, all located at the foot of the second largest archipelago Pantokratoras.A ion, one of the most popular holiday destinations across Greece, with each beach-resort along the 217 km of coastline. Most of these resorts are targeted budget tourists limitat.Capitala island in the middle east coast is beautiful and surprisingly uncluttered, because it has a few small beaches, and most tourists are in town visiting spas and day trips. Toward land and olive groves and among the island's northern highlands, restful landscapes and traditional villages are also almost untouched by tourism fever.

The spectacular beaches of Corfu and the most beautiful coastal scenery found in the western part of the island. The biggest development occurred on the east coast, on both sides of Corfu town and airport and so you find more peace and quiet on the western coast, such sunsets and the sun shining in the Ionian Sea.

Part of the Byzantine Empire since the IV century AD, Corfu was occupied by the Venetians in 1205 and remained in their hands, resisting several Turkish attacks, until 1797, when it was conquered by Napoleon.In 1814, France has been removed by the British Empire and the following year, the island archipelago and its neighbors, fell under the protectorate of the British Empire britanic.Steagul was lowered in 1864 when the island became part of the kingdom of Greece.

Venetians have left behind a capital italienizata renascentiste.Francezii and a handful of churches have left a legacy of chic shopping passage, filled with shops and cafes, and British heritage dibtr consists of a collection of impressive public buildings and a preference for cricket and the local ginger beer.

Bodrum/Turkey

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Bodrum is the city and port on the Aegean Sea, located in southwest Turkey, on the southern coast of Bodrum Peninsula. The ancient city was called Halicarnassus famous for the magnificent Sierra mausoleum built after 353 BC - One of the seven wonders of antiquity. Today, Bodrum is a tourist and international shipping, but also a relaxing city, surrounded by gorgeous mountains, full of big markets and the scene of breathtaking sunsets. In Bodrum sand and water are warm, and to believe in the beauty of this place, you must visit it. Across from Bodrum to Karaada is the best place for diving.

Bodrum is divided into two contrasting areas - the eastern half is elongated beach, bars, nightclubs and restaurants typical Mediterranean resorts, and in the western half of town is focused around Bodrum Marina and yacht club here May arise leisurely life.

In Bodrum was born "father of history", Herodotus - then (484 BC) was called Halikarnassus - and he says that the city was founded by Dorians Greeks around 1200 BC In 650 Megarans starting location and extended the lead with 386 Persians came. The city's golden age began with the year 353, when he was named the capital of the Karia and when Artemisia II (377-353 BC) built the famous mausoleum - one of the seven wonders of antiquity, in memory of King Mausolos (husband Artemisiei brother).
Bodrum was ruled by the Romans, then by the Byzantines in 1522 and was conquered by the Ottomans, led by Suleiman the Magnificent. Only after the declaration of the Republic of Turkey Bodrum town was named. Shortly thereafter, in 1925, the Turkish writer Cevat Sakir Kabaagaçli was sentenced to three years in prison in the Castle of St. Peter in Bodrum, is accused of "removing citizens from military service." Writer befriended the local governor and escaped prison after a year and a half, then he bought a house overlooking the sea. The view from Cevat Sakir Kabaagaçli made to write many essays that praise the beauty of this fishing village, Bodrum. His writings have attracted such intellectuals and Turkey began its transformation into a small village famous seaside resort in the world.

Bodrum is situated on a peninsula. You can start your visit from the Bodrum peninsula clockwise, starting and continuing with Gümbet Bites, Akyarlar, Turgutreis, Gümüşlük, Yalıkavak, Gündoğan, Türkbükü, Torba and back to Bodrum. The trip will last no longer than 2-4 hours, depending on how much time you spend in each place. In Bodrum there are three large marinas, several hotels and an airport nearby.

Antalya/Turkey

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Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort in the Mediterranean region (ancient Pamphylia), is an attractive city with shady palm-lined boulevards, a prize-winning port on the Mediterranean. The picturesque old quarter, Kaleici, winding narrow streets and old wooden houses abut the ancient city walls. Lately, Have Many Foreigners bought (and continue to buy) property in and around Antalya town for the holidays for Their Retirement. Lately, many foreigners have bought (and continue to buy) property in and around Antalya for their holidays or retirement. It Became a popular area especially for the German and Russian nationals. He became a popular area especially for German and Russian nationals.
fluted minaret in Antalya Since its Founding in the second century BC by Attalus II, king of Pergamon, Attali Who named the city after himself, Antalya HAS Been continuously inhabited. Since its founding in the second century BC by Attalus II, a king of Pergamon, who named the town after himself Attali, Antalya has been continuously inhabited. The Romans, Byzantines and Seljuks in turn occupied the city under Ottoman rule Before it cam. Romans, Byzantines and Seljuks in turn occupied the city before it came under Ottoman rule. The elegant fluted minaret of the Mosque in Yivli Minareli the center of the city built by the Seljuk Sultan Alaeddin Keykubat in the 13th century HAS Become the Antalya's symbol. The elegant fluted minaret of the mosque in downtown Minareli Yivli Seljuk Sultan Alaeddin Keykubat built in the 13th century became the symbol of Antalya. The Karatay Medrese (Theological College) in the district Kaleici, from the Same Period, and exemplifies the best of Seljuk stone carvings. Karatay Medrese (theological college) in the district Kaleici from the same period, exemplifies the best of Seljuk stone carvings. The Two most important Ottoman mosques in the city has the 16th century Murat Pasa Mosque, Remarkable for ITS tile decoration, the 18th century Tekeli Mehmet Pasa Mosque. The two most important Ottoman mosques in the city are from the 16th century Murat Pasa Mosque, remarkable for its tile decoration, 18th century Tekeli Mehmet Pasa Mosque. Neighboring the marina, the attractive late 19th century Iskele Mosque is built of cut stone and set on the Four Pillars over natural spring. Neighboring port Iskele attractive late 19th century mosque is built of cut stone and set on four pillars over a natural spring. The Hidirlik Kulesi (tower) probably WAS Constructed originally as a lighthouse in the second century. Kulesi Hidirlik (tower) was probably originally built as a beacon in the second century. Today the church, the Kesik Minaret Mosque attests to the city's long history in ITS succession of Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman renovations. When Emperor Hadrian visited Antalya in 130 AD a beautifully decorated WAS Three arched gate into the city walls built in HIS honor. Today a church, city attesting Kesik Minaret Mosque long history in a succession of Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman renovations. When Emperor Hadrian visited Antalya in 130 AD a beautifully decorated three arched gate was built in the city walls in his honor.

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Beach Holiday Family Holidays in Antalya is the main reason Why keep holidaymakers coming back to this beautiful resort. Beach holiday in Antalya is the main reason why tourists keep returning to this beautiful resort. The scenery and beaches is Simply breath-taking. The scenery and beaches are simply breath-taking. Turkey Takes Seriously very tourism and the resorts and the beaches is very clean, Many Have Been awarded the blue flag. Turkey takes very seriously and tourism resorts and beaches are very clean, many were awarded the blue flag. While Taking your Holidays in Antalya, head for Some of the popular beaches and Konyaalti Such as Lara. While taking your holidays in Antalya, head to some of the popular beaches, such as Lara and Konyaalti. Lara Beach is Famous for Being One of the longest sand beaches in Turkey. Lara Beach is famous for being one of the longest sandy beaches in Turkey. You CAN find water sports activities Such as windsurfing, surfing, scuba diving, snorkelling, parasailing, jet skiing and water-skiing. You can find water sports activities such as windsurfing, surfing, scuba diving, snorkelling, parasailing, jet skiing and water skiing.