Showing posts with label beaches. Show all posts
Showing posts with label beaches. Show all posts
The Beaches of Cyprus
The Beaches of Cyprus
by Keith Barrett
Cyprus, nestling at the eastern end of the Mediterranean, has become a popular tourist resort in recent years. Blessed with extensive beaches and a warm climate, it's little surprise that so many are choosing Cyprus.
This little island seems to get more coverage in the media than many, partly due to the somewhat complicated political situation on the island. Since the 1970s the northern part of Cyprus has been under Turkish occupation, meaning that visiting that part of the island has been particularly complex.
It has, however, now become much easier to plan a trip to the island. This has been great news for holiday-makers, with the climate of Cyprus being ideally suited to those looking for summer sun.
Summers here are warm and dry, resulting in some very pleasant sea temperatures too. The Cypriot tourist board note that sea temperatures are so good that it is suitable to bathe in the sea at any time from May to October each year.
Such are the delights of Cyprus that it is little surprise that many choose the island for a beach holiday, taking advantage of the warm sea, fine beaches and excellent water sport facilities.
Visitors will find more than 400 miles of coastline, with almost 50 beaches having achieved Blue Flag status, which means that they have been noted as being clean and environmentally friendly.
A number of the beaches are located close to some of the island's larger towns and coastal resorts, ensuring that you shouldn't have a problem finding accommodation and entertainment.
Given all of the advantages that Cyprus has, both natural and man-made, it is obvious why this Mediterranean gem is so popular with visitors from Europe and further afield. The growth in tourism is likely to continue, but it is to be hoped that the popularity won't become so great that the Cypriot beaches become over-crowded.
Whatever the future holds for Cyprus, it is certain that the people of this island will continue to welcome visitors with the natural warmth that typifies the Cypriot people.
Rabat Hotels: More Than Just A Tourist's Resting Place
Rabat Hotels: More Than Just A Tourist's Resting Place
by Rcon Pascua
Your Moroccan adventure won't be complete without exploring the magnificent capital of this North African kingdom. Rabat is a must-see for every person in this busy world. The city simply offers a relaxing environment through tranquil beaches, comfortable Rabat hotels, and the majestic view of the vast Atlantic ocean. Aside from the comforting atmosphere, Rabat is also a great place to visit if you want to stay away from the hurly-burly of your modern-day lifestyle. You can surely take a break by staying in Rabat hotels.
However, despite the august reasons for you to indulge in your Rabat travel, many tourists still find one downside to visiting this city. Though tourists may come and go as they please, they usually find it difficult to get a place to stay. People in Rabat are somewhat shy, so please do not expect them to offer you their nice abode if you are new to this place. Instead, take delight in staying in one of the homey Rabat hotels to revel in this fascinating city even for a couple of days.
Unlike in other places where hotel accommodations can be horrible, staying in Rabat hotels is fortunately not a burden to endure. The Rabat hotel experience is indeed, a great pleasure to most tourists. After a long day of sight-seeing, Rabat hotels offer travelers like you with other forms of delight and convenience. In this list, you'll find more reasons to stay longer:
1. Relaxation after a long day of Rabat travel
Walking around Rabat, taking photographs, and shopping from one store to another can exhaust all your energy. At the end of the day, you'll definitely yearn for a soothing spa treatment or appreciate a massage to relax your tired body. But don't worry, Rabat hotels have top-of-the-line facilities and services to provide you with stuff that you need. With steam rooms and Middle Eastern medicine-inspired treatments, you'll surely find ways to calm your weary mind and soul.
2. Learning that never stops
Though you're in Rabat to take a break from your usual business, there's simply no reason why your mind shouldn't be fed with important information. Tourists like you love to travel so they can learn more, and this learning should never stop once you enter your hotel room. Fortunately, Rabat hotels can help satisfy this hunger for knowledge by providing you with complimentary newspapers and magazines. In addition to this, you can also do a little research about the city by using the hotel's Internet facilities.
3. Non-stop exciting activities
Going back to your hotel in this splendid city need not be dull and unsettling. While in other places, returning to your hotel simply means ending your fun-filled adventure to get some sleep-- this is certainly not the case in Rabat. After visiting a stream of Rabat tourist spots, more thrilling activities still await you in your hotel. Golf courses and swimming pools are only some of the greatest recreational facilities that Rabat hotels have to offer. But should you choose not to engage in heavy physical activities, you still can hang out with your friends or loved ones at coffee shops and bars within the vicinity.
Rabat hotels are more than just a resting place. They give tourists great reasons to keep on coming back to Morocco. The enjoyment they get from their activities inside Rabat hotels will always be one of their most meaningful Moroccan memories
READ MORE - Rabat Hotels: More Than Just A Tourist's Resting Place
by Rcon Pascua
Your Moroccan adventure won't be complete without exploring the magnificent capital of this North African kingdom. Rabat is a must-see for every person in this busy world. The city simply offers a relaxing environment through tranquil beaches, comfortable Rabat hotels, and the majestic view of the vast Atlantic ocean. Aside from the comforting atmosphere, Rabat is also a great place to visit if you want to stay away from the hurly-burly of your modern-day lifestyle. You can surely take a break by staying in Rabat hotels.
However, despite the august reasons for you to indulge in your Rabat travel, many tourists still find one downside to visiting this city. Though tourists may come and go as they please, they usually find it difficult to get a place to stay. People in Rabat are somewhat shy, so please do not expect them to offer you their nice abode if you are new to this place. Instead, take delight in staying in one of the homey Rabat hotels to revel in this fascinating city even for a couple of days.
Unlike in other places where hotel accommodations can be horrible, staying in Rabat hotels is fortunately not a burden to endure. The Rabat hotel experience is indeed, a great pleasure to most tourists. After a long day of sight-seeing, Rabat hotels offer travelers like you with other forms of delight and convenience. In this list, you'll find more reasons to stay longer:
1. Relaxation after a long day of Rabat travel
Walking around Rabat, taking photographs, and shopping from one store to another can exhaust all your energy. At the end of the day, you'll definitely yearn for a soothing spa treatment or appreciate a massage to relax your tired body. But don't worry, Rabat hotels have top-of-the-line facilities and services to provide you with stuff that you need. With steam rooms and Middle Eastern medicine-inspired treatments, you'll surely find ways to calm your weary mind and soul.
2. Learning that never stops
Though you're in Rabat to take a break from your usual business, there's simply no reason why your mind shouldn't be fed with important information. Tourists like you love to travel so they can learn more, and this learning should never stop once you enter your hotel room. Fortunately, Rabat hotels can help satisfy this hunger for knowledge by providing you with complimentary newspapers and magazines. In addition to this, you can also do a little research about the city by using the hotel's Internet facilities.
3. Non-stop exciting activities
Going back to your hotel in this splendid city need not be dull and unsettling. While in other places, returning to your hotel simply means ending your fun-filled adventure to get some sleep-- this is certainly not the case in Rabat. After visiting a stream of Rabat tourist spots, more thrilling activities still await you in your hotel. Golf courses and swimming pools are only some of the greatest recreational facilities that Rabat hotels have to offer. But should you choose not to engage in heavy physical activities, you still can hang out with your friends or loved ones at coffee shops and bars within the vicinity.
Rabat hotels are more than just a resting place. They give tourists great reasons to keep on coming back to Morocco. The enjoyment they get from their activities inside Rabat hotels will always be one of their most meaningful Moroccan memories
Lanta Island - Krabi Thailand so nice.
Lanta Island - Krabi Thailand so nice.
by darksingha
Ko Lanta lied on the west coast of Andaman Sea in between Krabi and Phi Phi Island . Large Size Island with 6 km wide and over 30 kms long, 9 beaches lie from north to south along the sunset coast. Stunning scenery, fantastic white sandy beaches, coastlines have more than 70 small islands and plenty with forest, coral reefs and under water life. Exposed to the Tsunami hit southern Thailand , Koh Lanta got very little physical affected. She has been quietly recovering with most hotels operating normally. Koh Lanta was very fortunate in that no damage occurred to the natural scenic beauty. All the beaches remain as beautiful as ever. All dive sites did not suffer in the disaster, rather the water is cleaner and clearer than ever.
How to get Ko Lanta
Ko Lanta is easy and inexpensive to reach from Phuket, Bangkok or Malaysia . The island is serviced by passenger ferries from both Krabi & Phi Phi and car ferries from the mainland.
Krabi is the most convenient gateway to Ko Lanta if coming from Bangkok, and if arriving from Phuket passage is via either Phi Phi or Krabi. Trang also serves as a regional transit point for those coming in from the south. Please bear in mind that if your arrival time is late in the day, the local minibus or public passenger ferries scheduled for Ko Lanta may not always be available.
Location of Koh Lanta
Koh Lanta yai ( big ) & Koh Lanta noi ( small ) are located in the
Andaman Sea of South-West-Thailand ( Malayan Peninsula ), about 45 km south of Krabi-town in the Krabi province.
~ 7' 28" north latitude, ~ 99' 4" east longitude.
The islands are only one km away from the mainland and accessible by ferry / car-ferry all year round.
The Koh Lanta district contains 53 islands which mainly are part of the Koh Lanta marine national park.
moutain of ko lanta island
Tourism in Koh Lanta
As mentioned in chapter Development, the develoment of tourism is ongoing for the last 20 years. The real ignition spark came about 6 years ago, when basic infrastructures arrived on the island. Every year since then, tens of new resorts, restaurants, shop etc. start their services along the west coast, right on the beach as well as at nearby mainstreets and hill sites.
Typical tourism "high season" is from November until May, with "paek season" from of December 20th until January 10th. Many businesses are opened all year round with very low prices during "low season", June until October. This time of the year is wonderful, too.
Tourist services of any style & for any budget are offered to the distinguished guest from around the world.
Well, so much information to display about Koh Lanta's tourism - too much for this web-site. Please refer to our Links to Ko Lanta for more details about accommodation, activities, transportation etc.
Here we would like to give you a brief overview of the "Tourist destination Ko Lanta".
The tourist center of Ko Lanta is " Ban Saladan " at the northern tip of Koh Lanta yai. Many shops, supermarkets, travel agents, dive-shops, restaurants and other facilities make it worth to spend some good time there. For most tourist guests on the island, this cosy village is the first and the last place to see, whilst being on the island.
Ferries to/from Krabi, Pee Pee and Phuket are departing and arriving at Ban Saladan pier, only.
All beaches on the west coast, in order from north to south : ( mentioned prices are estimated, average "high/low season" prices )
The first beach, "Klong Dow Beach", next to Ban Saladan, which is known to be the most beautiful beach, about 2 kilometer long, flat and white sanded. There are about 20 resorts on this beach. Prices from 400 - 4500 THB per night.
The second beach, " Phra Ae Beach or Long Beach ", about 5 kilometers long, nice and sandy. There are about 17 resorts on this beach. Prices from 250 - 4500 THB per night.
The third beach, " Klong Khong Beach ", 3 km long with sand and rocks. Great sunsets. There are about 22 resorts on this beach. Prices from 200 - 900 THB per night.
The forth beach, " Klong Tob Beach ", a short strip with sand and rocks. A very quiet beach with only a few bungalows around. Prices from 250 - 1000 THB per night.
The fifth beach, " Klong Nin Beach ", a beautiful 1,5 km long beach with about 10 bungalow resort. The famous "Otto Bar" just moved to there, formerly located at Klong Dow Beach. Prices from 250 - 4800 THB per night.
The sixth beach, " Klong Hin Beach ", with sandy and rocky parts - good for snorkeling. Klong Hin Beach is about 1 km long and has 3 resorts so far. Prices from 250 - 2600 THB per night.
The seventh beach, " Kan Thiang Beach or Bay ", a beautiful, curved sandy beach, 800 meter long. The only 4+ star Resort and Spa "Pimalai" and 3 other resorts are located there. Prices from 250 - 21000 (!) THB per night.
The eighth beach, " Klong Jark Beach, a small and quiet beach, surrounded by tropical jungle. There are 3 resorts on this beach. Prices from 300 - 900 THB per night.
The ninth beach, " Aow Mai Bai or Bamboo Bay " is the last beach outside the national marine park which is next to it. A quiet and private beach with only 2 bungalow resorts. Prices from 250 - 800 THB per night.
And last but not least the tenth and most southern beach, " Ta Noad Beach ", next to the old light-house, the landmark of Ko Lanta. The Lanta marine national park head-quarter is located right at this beach. No resorts or other commercial facilities there.
Ko Lanta is a diver's paradise for beginners and the experienced. There are very few places on the planet where divers can enjoy an underwater world so rich and diverse. And imagine learning to dive in water that's the same temperature as your bath water at home.
Nature in Koh Lanta Ko Lanta island offers tropical nature at it's best..
The tropical paradise off the south-west coast of Thailand has 25 km of beautiful beaches backed by verdant jungle & rain forest.
Here you still find real big trees, many animal species, including rare birds, mammals and reptiles. More then 80% of the island are covered with tropical rain forest, which is mostly protected national-park area.
The mangrove coast in south Thailand, covers sinking limestone ranges, millions of years old. On Koh lanta there are many mangroves, which you can admire while going on a canoe-trip. Mangroves and intertidal mudflats are of great conservation value in Thailand, helping sustain valuable inshore fisheries and protecting the coast from erosion.
If you arrive by car ferry, than watch out for monkeys, which are living here in the mangroves. They are crab-eating macaques and one of the numerous mammal species living in this environment.
Nature for a living, rubber tree and palm tree plantations: On Lanta are hundreds of rubber tree plantations, which are tapped every day before sunrise. The rubber then has to be dried, cleaned, and pressed, before being sold as 1,2 kg mats. Coconut palms and oil palms are common on Koh Lanta as in the whole south of Thailand and they provide a modest income for the local farmers.
Ko Lanta's rich waters offer sandy coves, coral reefs, limestone rock outcrops, rock reefs, seamounts and pinnacles, undersea caverns and tunnels and sunken ships. Water temperature ranges from 27 to 31 degrees - ideal for scuba-diving, corals and tropical fishes. More than 200 hard corals and 108 reef fish species have been catalogues in a study under way, but thousands more organisms around, too. The twin peaks of Hin Daeng and Hin Muang are rated in the worlds top 10 list of dive sites.
While tourism has grown quickly in the last few years, Ko Lanta has retained its traditional charm and great natural beauty.
The island of Koh Mak
The island of Koh Mak is located in the East of the Gulf of Thailand, 35 kilometers from the mainland, at latitude 11? 49' North, longitude 102' 29' East. Koh Mak is the third biggest island in Trat province after Koh Chang and Koh Kood, with an area of 16 square kilometers; it is mostly flat. The island has a circumference of 27 kilometers, and white sandy beaches stretch from the north-west of the island round to the south.
READ MORE - The island of Koh Mak
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