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Top Exotic Travel Destinations

Ah, the adventure of travel - the more places you visit, the more places you want to go. For the seasoned traveler, Europe is probably one of the first excursions you took. Or perhaps Hawaii, or the Caribbean. So having done the typical places, maybe now you’re looking to try somewhere different, some place exotic. Or maybe you want to do a budget trip and see the sights without spending a lot. Whatever your plans, we have put together a list of some of the hot vacation spots for 2006. Some are perennial favorites, others are trendy, and others are a little unique. But they all hold a great deal of magic for the experienced traveler. So, pick a spot, make some plans and take a trip! You have lots of memories just waiting to be made!

Costa Rica

Central America, specifically Costa Rica, is quickly becoming a favorite. People want a Hawaii alternative, and they want to go somewhere they have never been. Costa Rica fills this need. It’s beautiful, exotic, and friendly. Believe it or not, over a million tourists flock to the beaches of this environmental wonder every year. Any place that boats 6% of the worlds biodiversity in such a small land area has got to be impressive. And it is. Lush jungles are everywhere, teaming with monkeys, crocodiles, lizards, and a wide variety of exotic birds, and butterflies. It’s also politically and socially stable, making it very safe.

Southern Caribbean

Another great spot for 2006, and most every other year is the Southern area of the majestic Caribbean. Some would call it the “real” Caribbean, places like Aruba, St. Lucia, Barbados, and St. Kitts. Plus, you’ll be treated well: the native people of these islands are some of the friendliest in the world. And although there are mega resorts on many of the islands in the southern Caribbean, there are still plenty of open and tranquil areas where you can just kick back, relax and enjoy some quality time. Making the area even more interesting is the strong colonial influence that is felt in almost every area, whether it be French, Dutch, or English heritage.

Argentina

Looking for a fascinating place that is easy on the wallet? It’s all about Argentina. Their economic issues aside, this is the place of passionate people, beautiful natural wonders, and urban sophistication. And if you like soccer, well then, all the better! The major city, Buenos Aires has a European flavor to it and has plenty of great restaurants, and majestic grandeur. But at the same time, it also has a quaint charm with cobbled streets, gorgeous architecture and evocative art.

Las Vegas

That’s rightVegas baby. One of the all time favorites for travelers from all over the world. And why you ask? Maybe because there’s nothing quite like it anywhere else on earth. Plus, it was the first major gambling hot spot, legitimizing the age-old pastime, which seems to be growing in popularity with each passing year. Gone is the family friendly approach from five or six years ago - this town is clearly back to its original “adult playground” reputation. What’s that? Looking for a new resort? How about the Wynn Las Vegas, another over the top, beautiful place to spend a few days and nights. The shows of course are better than ever, with Barry Manilows nightly soir

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Breezes Resorts By SuperClubs Offers Peace-Of-Mind For Your Next Resort Vacation

Not many hotels in the Caribbean can offer peace-of-mind like the Breezes Resorts! The luxury all inclusive Caribbean SuperClubs have gone above and beyond your expectations, by offering you guarantees that your next holiday memories will be pleasant and worry-free.

Each Breezes Resort, plus their sister properties, come with three distinguished guarantees. A Satisfaction Guarantee that just means what it says. If you’re not happy with your vacation, all you have to do is contact the General Manager at your resort before your second night and if he/she can’t make it better, they’ll provide you with a credit voucher for the entire value of the unused portion of your hotel stay, good for up to one year at any Breezes SuperClubs Resort.

Their second Guarantee is amazing, because it protects your vacation for lack of Sunshine. Just think about it, for each and every day the sun doesn’t shine during your stay at your Breezes Resort, they will issue you a credit voucher equal to that day’s Super-Inclusive Room value!

In order to get your voucher, a Water Sports Director will make each day’s official Sunshine determination, and they claim on those rare occasions when the sunshine guarantee is declared, you can obtain your voucher at the front desk. Again this is good for one year towards another resort vacation or any Breezes or sister resorts in the Caribbean.

This is the best protection of them all in Guarantees! The No Hurricane Guarantee: should a hurricane happen to strike the resort, guests at the select hotel will receive a reimbursement for the total value of the disrupted nights.

It doesn’t stop there, you will also receive a voucher for a future stay for the same number of nights that were disrupted at any of the resorts in Jamaica, Bahamas, Curacao, or any other SuperClubs resort. Keep in mind this voucher must be used on the same month that was disrupted the following year.

So whether you decide to stay at the Breezes Montego Bay’s Super-Inclusive resort in Jamaica, or the active Breezes Curacao Resort Spa & Casino, one thing will be assured. As you’re dining in tropical terrace settings, experiencing a wide variety of watersports, relaxing at their luxurious spa, or playing the odds at the glittering on-site Casino, the guarantees that all the Breezes resorts offer will allow you to leave all your worries behind.

About the author: William Lezubski (Accredited Cruise Counsellor (ACC), and Certified Travel Counsellor(CTC) - William is a professional in the Travel Industry and is the owner and author of “Discount Caribbean Vacations Web Site” available at http://www.discount-caribbean-vacations.com

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Seven Perfect Days in Aruba

Aruba If this word makes you think of Paradise, of pristine beaches and a vibrant nightlife, of beautiful sites and perfect weather, you won’t be disappointed.

Aruba is a charming contradiction, an island of “two faces”. Its milky beaches and transparent blue waters will make you feel like you’re the first person to walk on the sand and soak your feet. But its Vegas-style casinos, parties and shows reveal the other, wilder side. Aruba is the perfect marriage of entertainment and leisure, an island where there really is something for everyone.

All Inclusive resorts and Aruba are practically synonymous. Engulfed in its ambience and relaxed atmosphere, the last thing you want to do is search for your wallet, worry about paying for daily meals and constantly watch the family vacation budget. With the affordability and convenience of all-inclusive resorts, Aruba visitors can forget all about that and let Aruba’s charm and spirit sweep them off their feet.

Aruba’s all inclusive resorts are some of the best in the world. There are over twenty-five resorts on the island, but the best, highest-rated ones are:

Wyndham Aruba Beach Resort
Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort
Radisson Aruba Resort & Casino
Aruba Grand Beach Resort & Casino
Allegro Aruba by Occidental

Aruba’s calling card is its year-round perfect weather. Aruba is located well below the hurricane belt. It’s one of the three islands, along with Bonaire and Curacao, located outside the hurricane belt. The average annual temperature is 83 degrees Fahrenheit, and rainfall amounts to just 17 inches a year, most of which occurs during the months of October, and November. It’s rare and warm, lasting no more than 15 minutes. If you’re planning a vacation of fun in the sun, picking Aruba is almost a guarantee you won’t be stuck in your hotel room, watching gray clouds pass over the roof.

If the blue clear waters call your name, and in Aruba - they certainly will, you’ll find the island full of options. Snorkeling, windsurfing, deep sea fishing, paragliding, jetskiing - Aruba is happy to oblige. If you can scuba, or want to learn, Aruba is world-famous for its coral reefs and friendly waters. At your all-inclusive resort, many water activities are free. Others, like scuba, can be conveniently arranged by the concierge.

Exploring Aruba is easy with an island tour. Better yet, consider a Jeep tour. Driving is fun and the sites are incredible. Aruba’s most photographed spot is its natural bridge, a coral formation rising 25 feet above the sea. Kids love guessing what the cactuses, which dot the island outside the resorts, look like.

Popular sites include:

Oranjestad city tour
Wilhelmina Park
Fort Zoutman
Aruba Historical Museum
Willem III Tower
Archaeological Museum Aruba

Numismatic Museum
Natural bridge
Hooiberg Mountain
Fontein, Guadirikiri and Huliba caves
California Dunes
California Lighthouse

Chapel of Alto Vista
Church of Santa Anna in Noord
Arikok National Park
De Olde Molen, an old Dutch windmill from Holland
Balashi and Bushiribana gold mill ruins
Boca Prins Cove
San Nicolas

If you love gourmet food, Aruba doesn’t disappoint on this front either. Every resort has its own buffet, featuring local and American cuisine, and plenty of seafood. One or two sit-down restaurants inside of each resort serve dinner, exquisitely delicious and fresh.

After a long, relaxing day of being pampered and soaking up the sun at your all inclusive resort, enjoy one of Aruba’s Vegas-style shows. The Broadway and Latin shows are long-time staples, along with the hilarious Don’t Tell Mama show. You can also try your hand at poker or blackjack inside one of Aruba’s dozen casinos. Back at your all-inclusive resort, drinks are, of course, included. Order your favorite and don’t worry about the wallet - at an all-inclusive Aruba resort, you don’t need it.

It’s true what they say in Aruba - it is One Happy Island.

Looking for more detailed information about over 400 all inclusive resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico? Find it at sunvacations.org and iberostar.info

The SunVacations.org directory features 36 destinations, with an extensive list of all-inclusive resorts for each. Finally, all-inclusive resorts information is conveniently available from one source, saving online vacation seekers hours of research time. Whether you’re a search guru or a new Internet user, SunVacations.org will help you find a resort of your dreams quicker and easier. Browse resorts, look at pictures, read reviews. Sunvacations.org directory is truly a one-stop information source for Caribbean and Mexican all inclusive vacations.

SunVacations.org offers discount travel packages for most all inclusive resorts.

If you believe that a picture is worth a thousand words, Iberostar.info is your vacation search destination. Iberostar.info is the world’s most comprehensive Mexican and Caribbean resorts photos source on the web, containing over 1,000 images. This unique Iberostar photo collection features 11 resorts.

Y. Smolyansky is a contributor to http://www.sunvacations.org and http://www.iberostar.info

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