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by: Andy Bezara

Costa Rica’s mountainous topography and copious rainfall are both responsible for one of the best white water rafting river choices in the world. Experienced rafting outfitters regularly run about half a dozen of rambunctious rivers, and those river trips not only provide plenty of excitement, but also allow enjoying gorgeous scenery. Not only do white water rafting enthusiasts flock Costa Rica, including several Olympic kayaking teams, but every year tens of thousands of visitors experience here the thrill of rafting for the first time.
Costa Rica is the perfect place for a first white water rafting trip experience, since it has several rivers that offer a combination of reasonable rapids and beautiful floats. There are even rivers that are great for family excursions and bird watching, since they lack big rapids and flow through forests full of birds and other animals. In fact almost all river trips offer chances to see a bit of the country’s wildlife, such as iguanas, blue morpho butterflies, parrots, otters, king fishers, and herons.
The river routes available to rafters range from the turbulent waters of the lower Reventazon, where you hardly have enough time to catch your breath between rapids, to the meandering curves of the Corobici, where you spend more time watching wildlife than paddling. The most popular Costa Rica white water rafting trip offer a good combination of challenging rapids and calmer stretches where you can sit back and enjoy the passing scenery. If you’ve done a bit of rafting up north, you’ll find the comfortably cool water of Costa Rica’s rivers a nice switch from the chilly water of the northern rivers. All white water rafting trips can also be done in kayaks, but kayakers must be experienced.
A wide selection of outfitters run trips down the country’s most accessible rivers using trained river guides and modern equipment — all rafters are provided life vests and helmets — ensuring safe but exciting excursions. Costa Rica white water rafting trip one-day include transportation to and from the river, breakfast and a picnic lunch on the riverbank. Overnight trips often include lodging riverside cabins and all meals.
Following are a few of the most convenient rivers for Costa Rica white water rafting trip:
Reventazon: The Tucurrique section (Class III) is easy enough for first-timers. The Pascua section (Class IV-V) is very wild, and requires previous rafting experience. Can be run year round
Pacuare: The country’s longest and most spectacular river trip (Class III-IV) can be run from mid May thru mid March. Two-day trip recommended.
Sarapiqui: Beautiful river (Class II-III), good trip for beginners. Can be run out of San Jose or the Arenal area, from mid May thru mid March.
Savegre: Another beautiful river (Class II-III) excellent for first timers. River trips leave from Manuel Antonio and Quepos, May thru January.
Naranjo: A wild river (Class III-IV) near Quepos that requires some rafting experience. Run from June thru November.
El General: A popular three-day kayaking or rafting trip (class III-IV) best during the height of the rainy season, September to November.

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by: Marli Davis

I. Thou shalt pack HALF the clothes you want.
II. Thou shalt take TWICE the money you will need.
III. Thou shalt pack an abundance of Patience.
IV. Thou shalt NOT count calories, especially on cruises.
V. Your extra large luggage shalt have wheels.
VI. Thou shalt NOT feel guilty if you don?t write and mail postcards until after you return home.
VII. Thou shalt pack a little Caution.
VIII. Thou shalt practice using your new camera BEFORE
you depart on your vacation.
IX. Thou shalt NOT pack uncomfortable shoes, no matter how attractive they might be.
X. Thou shalt have wonderful experiences that will flow into wonderful memories!
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by: Andy Bezara

Costa Rica is a small country - just 75 mi/120 km separates the Pacific Ocean from the Caribbean Sea at the narrowest spot - Costa Rica still has some of the most diverse scenery in the world. Its coasts have both sandy beaches and marshy swamps, while its interior is dotted with volcanoes, dense with rain forests and abundant with unusual flora.
When you are planning your Costa Rica vacation, make sure to visit destinations like Monteverde Cloud Forest, Corcovado National Park, Tortuguero National Park or Manuel Antonio National Park. In addition, you will enjoy in your Costa Rica vacation, a wide range of adventure travel activities, including scuba diving, hiking around the Arenal Volcano area, and exploring the dense tropical rainforests.
What to do? Where to do? Fly through the rain-forest canopy on a zip line? Go white-water rafting? Climb a volcano? Laze on a white-sand beach in guanacaste and manuel antonio national park on the pacific coast or Limon on the caribbean coast? Check out colorful marine life while snorkeling? Or try to hook one on a deep-sea fishing excursion?
Costa Rica offers plenty of pleasant choices like these, especially if you’re interested in nature and outdoor activities. That’s why so many people have chosen to go there: In the past decade, the number of visitors has quadrupled, and tourism has become a big part of the nation’s economy. Costa Rica is practically synonymous with ecotourism - travel that incorporates education about the environment and promotes preservation of natural resources. The country has a large number of national parks and nature preserves that boast a rich array of birds, mammals, reptiles and rain-forest plants. The variety of birds, in particular, is astounding: Some 850 species are packed into a relatively small area, a bird watcher paradise. Approximately 25% of the country’s land has been set aside in protected areas, earning Costa Rica a reputation as an environmentally sensitive country and leader in ecological conservation.
The country has excellent conditions for a number of adventure sports, among them surfing, river rafting, hiking and scuba diving, wind surfing and mountain bike.Those who prefer a less strenuous vacation can view more than 50 volcanoes (Poas volcano, Rincon de la Vieja volcano, Irazu volcano and Arenal volcano) take boat trips down jungle rivers and float through the treetops in the world’s first Rain Forest Aerial Tram, visit La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Tortuga Island, The Cafe Britt Coffee tour

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by: Annette Gisby

Phillip Island is a small island and nature reserve off the coast of South Australia, about 140 km from Melbourne. On the island you can see koalas, kangaroos and the main to attraction, the Penguin Parade on Summerland Beach.
Every day at sunset, the Little Penguins (also known as Fairy Penguins) because of their diminitive size, return to the beach. As my husband is a penguin fanatic, it was one of the places on our list to visit during our trip to Australia.
There is a visitor centre at the top of the beach with details of all the world’s penguins, there is a gift shop too and rangers who can answer questions about everything you wanted to know about penguins and more.
As dusk was approaching, we made our way down to the beach, as did everyone else. On the beach was a stone grandstand, rather cold on the behind, so bring a coat or blanket to sit on.
Some people had even brought along a picnic, a family day out. As it got darker, people became more subuded and talked less, keeping an eye out on the beach to see the arrival of that first penguin.
Suddenly there was movement at the edge of the surf and all heads turned as one. There, standing by the edge of the water was the smallest penguin we had ever seen. He looked left, then right, as if he was contemplating crossing a busy road and then he ran quickly across to the sand dunes and the penguin burrows.
He must have been the scout, because after him, there came groups of penguins, some consisted of two or three penguins, some had about ten or fifteen, but they all made that same mad dash across the sand into the burrows, as if they couldn’t get there fast enough.
The crowd of penguin watchers was quiet, except for the occasional, “ooh” and “ahhs” from adults as well as children. The groups started to dwindle and finally no more penguins emerged from the sea.
We sat on the grandstand for a while, not talking, just feeling awed at what we’d just seen. Neither of has had ever seen penguins in the wild before, only in zoos and it was an amazing feeling.
You could see the penguins here every evening and morning, but they weren’t in cages or in small pools, the sea was their playground and it is a sight we would definitely recommend to anyone.
There were two floodlights by the grandstand, which didn’t seem to bother the penguins, but you weren’t allowed to take flash photographs as it scared them. Of course, there were some people who didn’t listen to the ranger and they were told off and escorted off the beach, so do listen to what they say.
After the penguins had gone to their burrows, you could walk along boardwalks and see them there. They make a lot of noise for all the size of them!
It wasn’t available while we were there, but now there is the option to have breakfast at sunrise, just before the penguins make their way back to the sea. That’s got to be worth a look.
So if you are venturing down under, make a small detour to Phillip Island and Summerland Beach. You won’t regret it.

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Annette Gisby is the author of the novels, Silent Screams and Drowning Rapunzel and the short story collection, Shadows of the Rose. She loves travelling and seeing new places, despite getting travel sick!
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Article copyright 2004, Annette Gisby.
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by: Mike Yeager

Vacation rentals are an option when you plan to go on a vacation and stay for any length of time. For example, Florida has the basic strategy of finding what the vacationer needs, what they are looking for and with what budget and then fulfilling that need. In the process, as a visitor to this beautiful state, you will have a wonderful and interesting vacation at a price you can afford. Stay as long as you like. A vacation rental makes that possible. It has both moderate and luxury accommodations in all areas of the state can be found very easily.
Vacation rentals can also be found with the owners. The owners are a pleasure to deal with, and most prompt with responding to the people. When you plan on taking a vacation, renting directly with the owner is less expensive; and you can receive very helpful, detailed information about the villa itself.
Vacation rentals in Myrtle Beach, the city thrives on millions of visitors to the beach every year has beachfront condominium complexes - these oceanfront condos range from inexpensive studios to luxury 4 Br suites. So is San Diego with the largest selection of Mission Bay and Mission Beach vacation rentals with daily, weekly and monthly rates. On the other hand, Kauai vacation rentals have an exclusive selection of accommodations with its breathtaking view and tropical surroundings making it truly one of the world’s most beautiful islands.

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by: Mike Yeager

Hotels in Las Vegas furnish a guest with the excitement, amenities and appeal of this wonderful destination. Everyone has heard of Circus Circus. Its appealing restaurants, theme parks, shops, gaming and the world’s greatest circus acts guarantees good fun for everyone. Best of all, it continues to be the value leader on the Las Vegas Strip. The possibilities are unlimited in where to stay, when you play in Las Vegas! Some things to consider when selecting a hotel are its amenities, restaurants, attractions and more. Check out the casinos for games, dining and entertainment.
Hotels like Hilton have the hottest entertainment acts performing nightly. From the nightclub center stage to the world famous theater, only the top acts in show business perform on stage at the Las Vegas Hilton. It has spacious accommodations, which provides you a homey atmosphere and makes you feel like a pampered guest. Heck, you can even enjoy yourself in cheap hotels or discount hotels.
Hotel Marriot —-What I really liked about the room was the huge Jacuzzi tub that you could lay down in. That is ultimate pleasure! There are several restaurants presently at the JW Marriott. The pool is one of the best features at the JW Marriott. It offers a serene environment to host board meetings or romantic weddings, receptions and social affairs. Wedding parties have the opportunity to select a venue sited for rehearsal dinners, bridesmaid’s brunches or evening parties when staying at the Marriott.

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by: Mike Yeager

A vacation is just what the doctor ordered for many people. While there is nothing wrong with working hard, it?s always fun to get away. Given the low cost of airline tickets these days, many people can go almost anywhere they want. From skiing in the mountains to sunbathing next to a pool, a vacation is a great time to relax and have some fun. Whether your have a day or a month off, make the most of it by doing something that you enjoy.
While many people like to spend their vacation in a warmer climate, others like to explore the great outdoors and go on hikes. No matter what your ideal vacation is, it will allow you to leave your troubles behind and embark on fun filled adventure.
Plan Your Vacation.
If you plan to fly somewhere for your vacation, book your airline tickets early. Also, try to make your hotel reservations as soon as possible. Doing so will reduce most last minute stress. It also helps to pack as lightly as possible. If you don?t know exactly what you want to do on vacation, it might help to check with a travel agency.
Keep in mind that you don?t have to travel far for your vacation. Many people take a vacation in their own town. Check out some of the tourist attractions in your own city that you might have forgotten about. If you pick the right vacation for you, you will be able to fully enjoy and look forward to a great time ahead.

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How Car Rental Agencies Can Make Your Trip That Much Easier

by: Mike Yeager

Car rental agencies, along with many other factors, have played a vital role in increasing the easiness of travelling by providing a service through which travelers can easily rent a car of their choice. One can rent a car of any color, shape and model at reasonable prices from these car rental agencies. A rented car, which has been rented from an office sited in one city, can be easily dropped at another office situated in a different city. Besides manual reservations, most car rental companies have developed interactive websites to assist in making online reservations and helping travelers.
Being able to rent a car is a service as the number of companies providing car rental services has greatly increased in the last few years. National car rental, Enterprise car rental, Budget car rental, Thrifty car rental, Alamo car rental, Cheap car rental and many others are all recognized for providing admirable amenities and services to their customers. Initially, many of these intended to capture the American market only, but now almost all have open sub-offices in many different countries of the world.
It really doesn?t matter where in the world you?re traveling to or from. You can easily rent a car to take care of your transportation needs. People even rent cars from the local car rental agency in their home town. Why? Possibly because their car isn?t as late model as they would like, yet they still want to take some time and get away.
Be aware that some car rental companies have geographic restrictions on their cars. You?ll need to know where you intend to go and make sure that your rental agreement allows that. Once you?ve dotted all the I?s and crossed all the t?s you can hit the road and really enjoy yourself.

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Why Not Stay At One Of The Top All Inclusive Resorts When You Need To Relaxe!

by: Mike Yeager

All inclusive resorts are the best getaways for people who want to relax and enjoy the serene nature. The destinations are spread out all over the world. A lot of those depend on the qualities, price and ultimate extravagant fun. Sandals resort which includes Jamaica, St. Lucia, Bahamas or Antigua that has been voted world?s Leading Honeymoon resort for six years in a row. Here you can engage in every land and water sport such as water skiing, scuba diving and an impressive fitness center. When comes to dining, there are extraordinary restaurants to choose from.
All inclusive resorts have a grand entrance; none can compare to the winding, palm-lined road that leads you to the beginning of your dream vacation. The playful dolphin fountain provides a dramatic sense of arrival to this gated Disney Area Resort. It is located just minutes from Walt Disney World in Kissimmee and can be perfect resort for a total vacation experience.
All inclusive resorts in Hawaii give you a great time to experience the scenic beauty and enjoy the great deal package indeed. The atmosphere at these resorts is laid-back, and the service is awesome. White beaches and sapphire lagoons at the Kauai are breathtaking. A line of chairs stretched across on grassy lawn. You can feel the crashing waves all day long. In all vacation resorts, guests can swim and snorkel and can be easily swept into the spirit of paradise.

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by: Mike Yeager

Vacation packages can be of different kinds, depending on the destination. Las Vegas is the place to escape from all sense of convention known by all as “The Gambling and Entertainment Capital of the World.” In recent years the attractions have expanded to include theme parks, family activities, excellent shopping, spas and world-class golfing. The whole world comes to Vegas to let loose and, in turn, you find yourself happily lost in a skylines from all the great cities of the earth. If you didn?t know better, you might think it was some strange desert mirage and Who knows, Elvis might still be in the building!
Disney vacation packages, Hawaii vacation packages, and all inclusive vacation packages, can offer you a great deal. How about Orlando vacation packages? A good travel agent can also help you with all this. Some package will handle virtually everything. For the same price you would pay for a hotel, a vacation rental home can offer you a lot more. Aside from the traditional accommodations, you will often get more space and amenities, a great alternative for family vacation package with kids.
Vacation packages in Hawaii, includes the best honeymoon location in the world. No place else on Earth is as romantic. With almost limitless attractions and activities, this is the perfect location for family vacations. It offers something for everyone - sports enthusiasts, beachcombers, adventure seekers . . . you name it!
Whatever you?re looking for, a well planned vacation package that includes covers all your concerns might be just what you?re looking for.

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