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Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket And Whale-Spotting In Cape Cod

Monday, March 21st, 2011 / Vulcanmind

By Arun Chitnis

Cape Cod encompasses a square area of 1033 kilometers. It is a peninsula in Northeast USA, situated in the eastern part of Massachusetts. Its connection to the mainland was, for all practical purposes, effectively cut in 1914 by the Cape Cod Canal.

In 1930, the Bourne and Sagamore Bridges were constructed, and a connective railroad bridge also exists. Since then, Cape Cod can be termed an island, with the part called Upper Cape in closest proximity to mainland Massachusetts. It encompasses the towns of Sandwich, Falmouth, Mashpee and Bourne.

Closer to the interior of Cape Cod is the Mid Cape, which includes the towns of Yarmouth, Barnstable and Dennis. Many villages are located in this area, as is the popular wind surfing destination Kalmus Beach (in Hyannis.)

Wellfleet, Truro, Orleans, Provincetown, Chatham, Brewster, Harwich and Eastham comprise the Lower Cape. This part of Cape Cod is a sharp Northward deviation that gives it its distinctive ‘bent arm’ shape.

Whale spotting is a popular activity in Cape Cod

Air transport facilities to and from Cape Cod comprise of the municipal airports at Barnstable and Provincetown. U.S. Route 6 or the Mid-Cape Highway runs squarely through the middle of Cape Cod. This makes almost every part of it very accessible.

It is a popular tourist destination, owing to the almost endless beaches that dominate the Eastern Atlantic seacoast. Approximately 40 miles of seashore in the 43, 500 acres of this prime residential and recreational land are clubbed under the National Park Service’s Cape Cod National Seashore. Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket are also major tourist draws.

Memorial Day and Labor Day see a significant influx of tourists, and these occasions are an important part of Cape Cod’s overall economy. The tourist industry thrives during three months of the year and lies mostly dormant for the rest of it.

Whale-spotting is one of the most famous features of the tourist-oriented Cape Cod experience. The other mainstays of Cape Cod’s business infrastructure are its shellfish, lobster, oyster and cranberry exports.

© Arun Chitnis is a professional content and copywriter, proof-reader and editor. He wields his pen on a diverse range of topics, but his primary areas of interest are medical and lifestyle issues, family dynamics, parenting, natural health, home improvement, real estate, humor and fiction.

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Goa Wildlife Sanctuaries And Parks: Not Just For Party Animals

Wednesday, March 02nd, 2011 / Vulcanmind

By Sanjog KR

Goa is a destination known for its rich and vibrant collection of flora and fauna, mesmerizing symphony of sun, sand and sea, gourmet cuisines and eclectic carnival.

The geographical location of this place gifted it with a range of wildlife sanctuaries which are also a vital facet of Goa tourism. These wild sanctuaries and Parks are enchanting destinations teeming with varieties of wild animals, birds and plant species.

Some of the well known wildlife sanctuaries in Goa are:

Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary

Goa’s only bird sanctuary which is located in Chorao Island on the Mandovi River. It spreads over an area of 1.8 Sq Km and is known for its rich collection of local as well as migratory birds.

This bird sanctuary is named after the India’s famous Ornithologist Dr. Salim Ali. It is among the well-known attractions and is known for several unique species of birds and plants. Some of the well known attractions are kingfishers, mudskipper, pintails, black drongo coots, egrets etc.

The mangrove ecology of this place nurtures several varieties of birds and plants. The exotic collection of 400 species of birds, including migratory attracts scores of tourists to this place. The best time to visit this place is from the month of October to March because the weather is pleasant and birds come here in plenty.

Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary

This sanctuary was initially established as a refuge for injured or orphaned animals. Today, it is a well known wildlife sanctuary visited by scores of tourists from several parts of the globe.

The attraction of this place is a botanical garden, a rose garden and a small deer-park. Some of the other common species found here are bison, wild bear, deer, leopards, serpents and birds.

The best time to visit Bondla wildlife sanctuary is from the month of November to March because the weather is pleasant.

Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary

This wildlife sanctuary is located 53 km from Panaji in Sanguem taluka, South Goa district. It is the largest wildlife reserve in Goa which is spread over an area of 240 sq. km. This sanctuary is situated amidst deciduous and evergreen flora which makes it rich in natural beauty.

The Molem National Park is a well known attraction of this park which is known for its herds of deer and gaurs (Indian bison), Malayan giant squirrels, clusters of monkeys and python.

The wild beauty of this park attracts scores of tourists to this place every year. But from October to March is considered as the best time to enjoy the beauty of this place.

Goa Tourism is among the most attractive destinations of India visited by both national and international tourists. Goa Wildlife Travel will offer you fun, thrill and excitement & make your holidays memorable.

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Celebrity Cruise Review: Comfort And Luxury On The High Seas

Thursday, January 20th, 2011 / Vulcanmind

Are you planning a great holiday? Going on a cruise can be the most memorable and comfortable way to spend your vacation. Apart from the comfort it brings, you’ll be able to visit many different destinations.

Why are cruises more comfortable than other modes of vacationing? Well, for one, instead of tiring yourself driving your car, or checking in and out of airports, cruising allows you to relax and explore all the amazing places your cruise ship visits.

A cruise is like being on a floating hotel and you won’t have to waste time and energy packing and unpacking your luggage. Nor do you have to worry about where to eat. On your cruise you’ll be served delicious meals and all you have to do is enjoy the food.

Celebrity Cruises are one of the best cruise liners

You’ll find many restaurants where you can choose your favorite cuisine on a cruise ship. The excellent, world-class chefs in these restaurants are experienced in serving vacationers and the food is usually very reasonably priced.

Instead of having to plan out activities yourself, as you would have had to do on an independent holiday, you can enjoy fun activities while cruising. You can have fun snorkeling while being supervised by the most professional divers you can even entrust your kids with.

One of the best cruise lines is Celebrity Cruise Liners. You’ll enjoy learning about new places and cultures with their informative lectures to about every destination you visit.

Get a taste of upscale boutiques and Las Vegas-style entertainment by Cirque du Soliel. There is also a casino on board where you can enjoy playing against the house. Enjoy the beautiful artworks and collections displayed all throughout your cruise liner.

Your night life will anything but boring thanks to the exciting bars in the Celebrity Cruise line. “The Bar at the Edge of the Earth” is a spectacular place where you can spend the night with your friends and fellow party-animals.

Delicious midnight aboard the Celebrity Century

Feel renewed and invigorated after being pampered at the famous Aqua-Spa by Elemis. You can visit some of the salon and parlors aboard the ship for a luxurious facial or relaxing massage, or let you body be treated by a licensed acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner as well.

Your kids will also enjoy their stay on the Celebrity Cruise liners There is a special place for kids called the Celebrity X-club and the Shipmates Fun Factory, where they’ll be treated to lots of fun activities like talent shows, treasure hunts, children’s dinner parties and slumber parties organized by professionals.

Apart from that, your kids can enjoy the pools and teen centers. You can even have them supervised on board while you and your spouse enjoy the world outside when the boat is docked.

Kids can enjoy the pools and activities

There are also excellent medical facilities on board, including dialysis, medical oxygen and other services for passengers who need extra care. Emergency care is also available on board; with multi-lingual medical staff that speak several languages.

You’ll experience every comfort and ease of a city lifestyle on the Celebrity Cruise line. Book your trip now and enjoy a one-of-a-kind cruising experience.

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Adventures In Goa: Aquatics, Camping, Trekking And GoKarting

Tuesday, January 18th, 2011 / Vulcanmind

By John Michel Cane

Sun, sand and snorkeling! Those who love Goa are crazy about its inimitable charm that has attracted hordes of tourists over the years. Goa is a must for those who love the passion and excitement of adventure sports and is well known for the variety of water sports offered.

Snorkeling in Goa is one of the most fun adventure sports that you can enjoy while exploring its beautiful beaches. Those who like more variety, can get their adrenaline pumping with other sports like river rafting, kayaking, parasailing, scuba diving, go-karting and trekking.

Aquatics In Goa: Scuba Diving And Snorkeling

Goa has many sites to enjoy this particular adventure sport. Being one of the popular sites in Goa, Grand Island possess some of the most thrilling adventure scuba diving sites such as Suzy’s Wreck, Umma Gumma Reef, Davy Jones Locker, Shelter Cove, and Bounty Bay.

A day trip to Goa can include a visit to this place where you can enjoy these water sports more easily. In addition to the adventure you’ll enjoy the view of the beautiful marine life on this beach. The famous Barracuda Diving club and other clubs at Bogmalo beach provide specialized water sports training to tourists.

If you want to enjoy learning more about these sports then you get enroll in one of these courses. With exotic sea species and water sports, Goa is truly a haven for travelers. The best time to visit is from November to April.

Kayaking on Palolem Beach in Goa

Trekking, Hiking And Camping in Goa

The best months to go for trekking in Goa are from October to December. The Goa Hiking Association organizes a popular hiking program in Panaji by every year in the month of October.

Even in the month of December, there are various trekking excursions and family trekking trips organized in Goa. Apart from this, there are famous treks accessible in this very travel destination.

Goa is not only fun for treks and excursions but also for the ancient temples, churches and other sacred places that dot the landscape and add to its exotic look and feel. You can take in the Portuguese architecture of the houses if you take a road trip in Goa.

Goa Go-Karting

Go-karting is the newest craze in Goa. One of the finest places in Goa to go-karting is at Nuvem, on the Panaji-Margao Highway. This place is near south Goa and its 500 meter long track thrills its trekkers with a lot of twists and turns in it. Another go-karting track is located in north Goa near the Calangute and Baga beaches. It is 300 meters long and fun to drive in.

Whether you just want to relax and enjoy the waves rolling at your feet, take the pleasure of adventure sports or just enjoy the sea food and culinary traditions, Goa is the ultimate destination for travelers. Even on a budget, you can have a great time with adventure tourism in Goa.

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Family Cruising: Vacation On A Boat With Your Loved Ones

Saturday, January 15th, 2011 / Vulcanmind

By Arun Chitnis

Cruise vacations have enormous appeal no matter whose company one is in – and sometimes even when one is alone. However, a family cruise is something that cannot be matched as far as memorable life experiences go.

You’ll never have to wonder with whom to share or reminisce about the voyage with, and your family will have yet another reason to consider itself as a special unit. A family cruise is an experience that lasts a lifetime.

The number of families who opt for this unique vacationing experience has grown by roughly 5% since the last two years. One reason could be the enormous amount of options that the Internet has suddenly brought into one’s living room.

Most families were not aware of the fact that almost ANYONE can go on a cruise of some kind or another, be it a mainstream tourist package or the customized kind. It is very likely that you and your spouse are not new to the cruise experience; but your children are another matter.

The amount of family bonding that can take place aboard a cruise liner bound for exotic locales – the shared discoveries, the adventure and the ammunition for bragging back at home – are unprecedented in other forms of family vacationing.

Powerfu family bonding can take place aboard a cruise liner

Most cruise companies offer specialized family packages that include ‘together’ activities and activities that are meant solely for kids.

Owing the high degree of competitiveness in this genre of vacations, the cruise experience for children has been given extensive attention. Activities for them on a cruise liner are now, more often than not, age-specific.

This effectively means that everyone can have the best possible time – including the parents, from whom the responsibility for keeping the children amused is practically nonexistent while on board.

While booking a family voyage on a cruise liner, it pays to ensure that the available rooms are customized for family occupancy, that the rates are all-inclusive (meals, activities, sightseeing, etc.) and that there is no hitch in documentation.

Check with your travel agent about immunization, travel permits and so on. Also look into the availability of specialized staff that will make sure that neither you nor your kids miss out on anything.

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Cruising with Kids

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