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Sun, Sea and Sand Elements of a Perfect Holiday

There are a number of different ‘types’ of holidays out there - from the excursion geared towards activity enthusiasts to the getaway suited especially for those seeking a bit of relaxation. While, there are different destinations which offer both - the best has to be one which involves none other than sun, sea and sand. The idea of a ‘perfect’ holiday is undoubtedly different for every person; but with everything a seaside holiday has to offer - from a relaxing setting to a variety of options for activities - why wouldn’t you pack your bags and head for the shore?

For the water sport enthusiast, a seaside holiday is truly ideal. Choose from canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing, jet skiing, snorkelling, swimming, and fishing, among a number of other exciting options. On a beach break, vacationers can also embark on learning how to sail or maybe going on a guided boat tour; and for those who prefer land activities rather than entering the sea, why not go horseback riding along the beach, hiking in nearby hills to get to fabulous views, and most seaside vacation locations provide golfing facilities and even, on occasion, champion courses? And, of course, there is always the option to take in the tranquillity of the surroundings while doing nothing except lazing on the beach. Loll on the sand and listen to the waves crash upon the shore, or if that is not enough, maybe having an extra special treat with a spa retreat which is guaranteed to melt away the pressures of everyday life, could be the ideal solution. No matter what types of activities are chosen for a seaside holiday, almost everyone is guaranteed to come away feeling rested, refreshed, and renewed.

When it comes to accommodation, there are plenty of fantastic hotels and resorts to choose from throughout Europe and beyond - many of which are situated directly along the shore, to prevent vacationers the chore of having to walk even the shortest of distances. Imagine waking up to the sound of waves crashing gently on the shore, or to a view of the brilliant sun glistening upon the sea; such a serene setting is an invitation for anyone to unwind.

Many hotels frequently offer holiday package deals to include activities for individuals and groups alike - from guided outdoor tours and family-oriented activities to spa retreats within the hotel. So whether travelling alone, as a couple, or with family or friends, there are always a number of terrific deals available which can be found and tailored to requirements with little effort.

The seaside holiday holds a wealth of options in terms of activities to partake in; but with its dusky setting, it also offers every holiday-goer an opportunity to fulfil his or her idea of absolute relaxation. It’s therefore no wonder that the sea has always been - and still is - the ultimate holiday destination for people looking for a break from their normal lives.

Michael is a keen writer living in Edinburgh. Michael’s Website: Belfast Airport Taxis.

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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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Trailing the Tiger

So there are destinations and destinations, each offering their distinct USPs. Hot attractions that draw tourists seeking an ‘experience’ to carry home - a trophy to substantiate a battery of travel yarns. But in this craze for acquiring the best seller, our jetsetter often overlooks the finer details - colours that give a place meaning and significance. After all isn’t the great thing about travel, the joy of savouring an authentic experience in its entirety like the succulent slice of a fruit, stones, rind and all?

The tiger is undoubtedly India’s most charismatic export and the twenty seven odd tiger reserves dotting the country cope with a steady file of tourists descending with the single-minded determination of encountering the big cat - an encounter resourcefully ‘arranged’ by guides and rangers with persistence to match.

Make no mistake. To a wildlife freak - and I belong to the species - a tiger sighting is the climax of the safari, the delectable icing on the cake. Often however the obsessed tiger chaser, fanatically pursuing his quarry, remains obdurately blind to the countless other wonders that make up the typical Indian jungle experience, a realization that sank its teeth in during our first trip to the Kanha Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh.

Kanha is beautiful; a glimpse of its ancient forest giving way to open meadows and again erupting into thick sal or bamboo, suffices to counter any residual hangover of braving the hazards of Indian state transport travel. And queuing for entry to the safari, even the jeeps seem to purr in suppressed expectation.

Kanha has often been described as the best place in the world to see a tiger; alas during our visit it did not turn up even an apology of a pugmark, let alone a whisker. And we were not alone. “Seen any?” “No, you?” None” was the common refrain between jeeps. “It seems to be one of those days when for some unexplainable reason no tigers are spotted any where in the park,” consoled the guide. It was true. During the three days we were there not a single self-respecting tiger chose to disclose itself, not even as far as the Mukki range on the other side of the park.

A wasted trip then? Sure, if you discount the sambar, herds of gaur, and hundreds of chital and langurs and peafowl. Any rare sightings? Not unless you include the barasinghas (Kanha is the only place in the world where you find the hard ground variety of this species). At the very beginning we impressed upon our guide that besides the top cat, we were also interested in the other lesser creatures that constituted the food chain. Luckily he took our request to heart so that we were amply rewarded: a black necked stork wading in a stream, a collared scops owl simulating a dry tree stump, a crested serpent eagle surveying the terrain, nothing missed his trained eye. Suddenly he would motion the driver to stop and point. Only after following his frantic gestures and urgent whispers would we see it. A barking deer, outline barely discernable, crouching in a bush. A monitor lizard clumsily scampering over a rocky slope. Or a woodpecker excavating its larder.

Today, many wild excursions later, nostalgia relives golden memories of that first trip. Like the herd of gaur, calves and all, which grazed on unconcernedly letting us approach close. The glory of the evening light on their backs as they ambled away followed by a flock of cattle egrets. The unexpected sighting of a lone old bull foraging down at a waterhole, magnificent even in the past of his prime.

On our last evening in Kanha we waited by a stream, praying for the tiger our guide suspected was around, to appear. After a certain point it did not matter any longer and we simply surrendered to the electrifying atmosphere, jungle silence broken only by the repeated calling of a jungle fowl, as darkness quickly descended and our driver rushed to get back before the gates closed. The next morning Kanha saw an unexpected drizzle of rain. The temperature dropped sharply and an uncanny hush pervaded in the jungle. Few animals were about and on this last safari we saw a different side of the forest, eerie almost forbidding.

Later at the gate we met with the question again, “Any tigers?”

“No, tough luck”, I said, “But what the hell!”

For those interested, www.traveljini.com has extensively covers destinations in India including wildlife.

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Roozbeh Gazdar

Copywriter by profession… interested in travelling.

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