Well, if you ask me, narrowing your visit to the Dominican Republic down to just two spots would be a shame because every part of it is absolutely thrilling and memorable, but if you really had to choose then these two spots would be it.
Punta Cana Resort and Hotels.This place is simply beautiful, everything here is exquisite. It's every conservationist's dream. It was built with the ecosystem in mind. It's over 208 rooms all overlook either the resort's exquisite tropical gardens or the sea. Not a bad view to wake up in the morning to.
More to come!
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Friday, December 7, 2007
The Dominican Republic Beckons
The Dominican Republic is a beautiful island which lies in the heart of the Caribbean islands, it's serene and naturally stunning beauty has made it over the years, one of the holiday seeker's most alluring places of refuge. Its sheer warmth and hospitality has made it a tourist's haven, much to the delight of the local people who have gone the extra mile to keep the estimated 3million yearly visitors like you and I coming by investing heavily in building new five star hotels, airports to handle ever increasing traffic, more and more resorts, relaxation spots, beaches and the like.
These facilities are commendably all state of the art and standard, and one would expect them to cost a small fortune but surprisingly there's also a lot of flexibility in the cost of making use of these facilities, there are facilities to match the budgets of everyone from small, medium to low, meaning we can all go ahead and have fun no matter how lean our credit cards are.
The tiny island nation has also been attracting a lot of foreign financial investments lately making it a hot destination for business executives from as far out as Europe, more especially with the setting up of the parque cibernetico (cybernetic park). The parque cibernetico is a reserved area constructed to encourage technology based investors to set up shop in the tiny island nation. Many investors now come into the islands with the intention of staying and most have massive long-term infrastructural projects in the early planning stages. Government sources revealed that direct public and private investment figures hit the $1.9 billion mark by the end of year 2005 and this figure is expected to rise yearly.
The cape Cana tourism complex is one of the numerous beneficiaries of this recent flow of investment and it has a 10year development plan with estimated investment of about a billion dollars, the complex boasts of 25,000 square kilometer of land, inclusive of about 8km of unspoiled beaches, the complex is also expected upon completion to include hotels, villas, apartment buildings, three 18-hole golf courses, and a marina. Antlantica, a collection of resorts on the islands northern regions is also underway and initial investments are expected to hit $150 million mark. Some major hotel giants also have project underway in the islands, notably the Hilton group. Already it has launched a local manages a local hotel chain called the coral hotels and it is looking to build on that undoubtedly because of the excellent tourism potentials the island holds. Hilton has also recently made a $40million dollar investment on a 21 storey 228 room edifice in the capital Santa Domingo and it is reputed to be the best in its class in the city.
The UK's Buy bonus LTD also has made plans to put in over a $100 million dollar into a new hotel project.
Even as public and private investment continue to rise, the government of the Dominican Republic have also shown an even stronger resolve and determination to win even more investors over as so as to continue to provide the much needed jobs for its people. Thus it plans to leverage more on the tourism potential of the island and focus less on its more traditional source of income which used to be agricultural exports such as Sugar, Coffee and Cacao.
The Island nation's president has also pledged to invest heavily on developing the Island's basic infrastructure, focusing on transportation, highway development and rehabilitation, water treatment plants, waste treatment plants, beach rehabilitation and the like, as measures designed to bring in more tourists and ultimately more jobs.
These facilities are commendably all state of the art and standard, and one would expect them to cost a small fortune but surprisingly there's also a lot of flexibility in the cost of making use of these facilities, there are facilities to match the budgets of everyone from small, medium to low, meaning we can all go ahead and have fun no matter how lean our credit cards are.
The tiny island nation has also been attracting a lot of foreign financial investments lately making it a hot destination for business executives from as far out as Europe, more especially with the setting up of the parque cibernetico (cybernetic park). The parque cibernetico is a reserved area constructed to encourage technology based investors to set up shop in the tiny island nation. Many investors now come into the islands with the intention of staying and most have massive long-term infrastructural projects in the early planning stages. Government sources revealed that direct public and private investment figures hit the $1.9 billion mark by the end of year 2005 and this figure is expected to rise yearly.
The cape Cana tourism complex is one of the numerous beneficiaries of this recent flow of investment and it has a 10year development plan with estimated investment of about a billion dollars, the complex boasts of 25,000 square kilometer of land, inclusive of about 8km of unspoiled beaches, the complex is also expected upon completion to include hotels, villas, apartment buildings, three 18-hole golf courses, and a marina. Antlantica, a collection of resorts on the islands northern regions is also underway and initial investments are expected to hit $150 million mark. Some major hotel giants also have project underway in the islands, notably the Hilton group. Already it has launched a local manages a local hotel chain called the coral hotels and it is looking to build on that undoubtedly because of the excellent tourism potentials the island holds. Hilton has also recently made a $40million dollar investment on a 21 storey 228 room edifice in the capital Santa Domingo and it is reputed to be the best in its class in the city.
The UK's Buy bonus LTD also has made plans to put in over a $100 million dollar into a new hotel project.
Even as public and private investment continue to rise, the government of the Dominican Republic have also shown an even stronger resolve and determination to win even more investors over as so as to continue to provide the much needed jobs for its people. Thus it plans to leverage more on the tourism potential of the island and focus less on its more traditional source of income which used to be agricultural exports such as Sugar, Coffee and Cacao.
The Island nation's president has also pledged to invest heavily on developing the Island's basic infrastructure, focusing on transportation, highway development and rehabilitation, water treatment plants, waste treatment plants, beach rehabilitation and the like, as measures designed to bring in more tourists and ultimately more jobs.
Friday, October 19, 2007
WELCOME TO PERU!
The simplicity and the unassuming nature of life here in `Peru is what is most obvious to you as soon as you step outside the airport terminal in Lima. It strikes you the very instant you leave the relative sanity of the airport terminal and step onto the crowded, bustling streets.
The urgency with which the people here struggle to make a living is quite new to many of us who might have had the luxury of living in an environment where we find things relatively easy. Most of the people here live comfortably without most of the things we in the so called "western world" would feel are essential to our existence.
Most families here survive without access to clean portable water, electricity is unavailable to many homes, and modern healthcare is a luxury. Yet they live and are surviving. Yet the people are unbelievably cheerful and upbeat about life and so many things, you see it in the enthusiastic way they try to sell you coca leaves, coca tea and souvenirs outside the airport on the streets, it’s in the way their eyes light up when they think they have a chance of making a sale at your expense.
By the way, does the name coca ring a bell? Well it should. If you're by any chance wondering what coca leaves are, then I’ll tell you, they are leaves of a local plant that seem to help our bodies and cardiovascular system adapt to the high altitude effects you experience as you arrive in Peru. They are simply chewed or taken as tea. Then there's one more thing which Coca is famous, or should i say notorious for, can you guess yet? It’s the raw material from which COCAINE is produced. it ironically is one of Peru's biggest foreign exchange earners.
Peru was once home to the great Inca civilisation and the remains of their once immense and prosperous society is still the major attraction to the country today. Much of the most preserved remains of Peru's once great Inca Empire can be found at Machu Picchu amongst the high peaks of the Andes and around Lake Titicaca.
Cuzco is another popular tourist destination as it still has remains of both Peru's Inca heritage and its more recent Spanish colonial heritage. It is estimated to be at an altitude of about 11,300 ft above sea level, so you'd better take along enough coca leaves when you decide to pay a visit. The museums in Lima are also worth touring as they are in custody of many interesting and priceless artifacts dating back to the Inca civilisation.
Aguas Calientes is also an interesting location just below Machu Picchu. If you speak any Spanish at all you'd guess what's in store for you there, the name means "hot water". But don’t get worried about being boiled alive like a lobster it's more like warm water! Your Peruvian adventure is incomplete without a visit to the Amazon jungle which runs through Peru, the largest and richest rainforest in the world. It is reputed to have the largest number of plant and animal life on the planet and a guided tour of this beautiful ecosystem is something I’m sure you'll not forget in a hurry.
Monkey Island is quite famous for what its name suggests, its large monkey population, and believe me their comical antics are a delight to watch.
A trip to this great land steeped in beautiful ancient history is sure to open your eyes to the great beauty that lies in our world and you'll appreciate more why you and i owe it to ourselves and generations unborn to take great care to nurture it the more so it might bloom and grow for a long,long time to come.
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The urgency with which the people here struggle to make a living is quite new to many of us who might have had the luxury of living in an environment where we find things relatively easy. Most of the people here live comfortably without most of the things we in the so called "western world" would feel are essential to our existence.
Most families here survive without access to clean portable water, electricity is unavailable to many homes, and modern healthcare is a luxury. Yet they live and are surviving. Yet the people are unbelievably cheerful and upbeat about life and so many things, you see it in the enthusiastic way they try to sell you coca leaves, coca tea and souvenirs outside the airport on the streets, it’s in the way their eyes light up when they think they have a chance of making a sale at your expense.
By the way, does the name coca ring a bell? Well it should. If you're by any chance wondering what coca leaves are, then I’ll tell you, they are leaves of a local plant that seem to help our bodies and cardiovascular system adapt to the high altitude effects you experience as you arrive in Peru. They are simply chewed or taken as tea. Then there's one more thing which Coca is famous, or should i say notorious for, can you guess yet? It’s the raw material from which COCAINE is produced. it ironically is one of Peru's biggest foreign exchange earners.
Peru was once home to the great Inca civilisation and the remains of their once immense and prosperous society is still the major attraction to the country today. Much of the most preserved remains of Peru's once great Inca Empire can be found at Machu Picchu amongst the high peaks of the Andes and around Lake Titicaca.
Cuzco is another popular tourist destination as it still has remains of both Peru's Inca heritage and its more recent Spanish colonial heritage. It is estimated to be at an altitude of about 11,300 ft above sea level, so you'd better take along enough coca leaves when you decide to pay a visit. The museums in Lima are also worth touring as they are in custody of many interesting and priceless artifacts dating back to the Inca civilisation.
Aguas Calientes is also an interesting location just below Machu Picchu. If you speak any Spanish at all you'd guess what's in store for you there, the name means "hot water". But don’t get worried about being boiled alive like a lobster it's more like warm water! Your Peruvian adventure is incomplete without a visit to the Amazon jungle which runs through Peru, the largest and richest rainforest in the world. It is reputed to have the largest number of plant and animal life on the planet and a guided tour of this beautiful ecosystem is something I’m sure you'll not forget in a hurry.
Monkey Island is quite famous for what its name suggests, its large monkey population, and believe me their comical antics are a delight to watch.
A trip to this great land steeped in beautiful ancient history is sure to open your eyes to the great beauty that lies in our world and you'll appreciate more why you and i owe it to ourselves and generations unborn to take great care to nurture it the more so it might bloom and grow for a long,long time to come.
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Monday, July 2, 2007
THE JEWELS OF FIJI
Ever had the luxury of visiting the beautiful islands of fiji? If you have, then, lucky you. If you haven't and are hoping to do so someday, then there are 5 places you can absolutely not afford to miss on the islands, they're the jewels of Fiji.
The number of attractions and pleasurable activities available to you on the islands are virtually endless the problem is most of us dont have enough time and resources to spend exploring this beautiful island chain because the attractions are so numerous. However these ones are a must-see, dont dare leave them out of your itinerary.
You haven't seen Fiji if you havent taken a cruise among the Mamanuca islands. It is made up of over thirty small islands that are anchored just off the coast of Nadi, one of Fiji's larger Islands. Many of these islands are uninhabited by humans, thus they offer you the attraction of knowing what it feels like to be Robinson Crusoe. But seriously, if you'd like to get away for a while from the hustle and bustle of the world as we know it, then this place is perfect.
A variety of cruise companies offer trips around these islands, you'll get to enjoy snorkelling, diving and fishing in some of the most alluring locations. The wild life you'll come across is also something to remember, ever been up close and personal with a dolphin? Well,here's your chance, if you're lucky. The Mamuca islands are definitely a great experience, one very much worth looking foward to.
Bouma national park also stands out highly reccomended as an essential stop on your itinerary of fiji, its located pecisely on Taveuni, a preserved tropical rain forest that includes volcanoes, cliffs, beautiful mountains and breathtaking waterfalls as some of its major attractions. Its also home to a very wide variety of rare and exotic plant and animal life.
Take a hike through the bush under the careful observation of a local guide.Visit the Tavaro waterfalls, a group of three falls in the forest. Its an experience you'd want to take with you forever.
Fiji is home to some of the most exotic and breath taking coral reefs in the world today.There are a large number of certifiied diving sites all around the islands.You havent experienced fiji if you havent gone snorkelling and diving,and had the priviledge of getting up close to fiji's beautiful undersea world.
I've seen very few sights that can match the beauty of a bird's eye view of the islands, so if you have enough resources make sure you hire a chopper or an aeroplane from the many charter operators to take you on an aerial tour of the islands. The falls are a spectacular sight from the air.
Take a backward step into history and experience traditional village life before the original island settlers ever came into contact with europeans, all this in the village of Navala. its been largely untouched and kept preserved as it was hundreds of years back. Its houses are still built with bamboo and thatch, just as they were centuries back. Enjoy the rich and fascinating culture of the people of Navala.
The islands of Fiji are worth all the attention and more that you can give.It's the perfect getaway for anyone who just wants to get lost in its serenity, its an experience you would probably not forget as long as you live. Take time out to visit this beautiful island chain.
The number of attractions and pleasurable activities available to you on the islands are virtually endless the problem is most of us dont have enough time and resources to spend exploring this beautiful island chain because the attractions are so numerous. However these ones are a must-see, dont dare leave them out of your itinerary.
You haven't seen Fiji if you havent taken a cruise among the Mamanuca islands. It is made up of over thirty small islands that are anchored just off the coast of Nadi, one of Fiji's larger Islands. Many of these islands are uninhabited by humans, thus they offer you the attraction of knowing what it feels like to be Robinson Crusoe. But seriously, if you'd like to get away for a while from the hustle and bustle of the world as we know it, then this place is perfect.
A variety of cruise companies offer trips around these islands, you'll get to enjoy snorkelling, diving and fishing in some of the most alluring locations. The wild life you'll come across is also something to remember, ever been up close and personal with a dolphin? Well,here's your chance, if you're lucky. The Mamuca islands are definitely a great experience, one very much worth looking foward to.
Bouma national park also stands out highly reccomended as an essential stop on your itinerary of fiji, its located pecisely on Taveuni, a preserved tropical rain forest that includes volcanoes, cliffs, beautiful mountains and breathtaking waterfalls as some of its major attractions. Its also home to a very wide variety of rare and exotic plant and animal life.
Take a hike through the bush under the careful observation of a local guide.Visit the Tavaro waterfalls, a group of three falls in the forest. Its an experience you'd want to take with you forever.
Fiji is home to some of the most exotic and breath taking coral reefs in the world today.There are a large number of certifiied diving sites all around the islands.You havent experienced fiji if you havent gone snorkelling and diving,and had the priviledge of getting up close to fiji's beautiful undersea world.
I've seen very few sights that can match the beauty of a bird's eye view of the islands, so if you have enough resources make sure you hire a chopper or an aeroplane from the many charter operators to take you on an aerial tour of the islands. The falls are a spectacular sight from the air.
Take a backward step into history and experience traditional village life before the original island settlers ever came into contact with europeans, all this in the village of Navala. its been largely untouched and kept preserved as it was hundreds of years back. Its houses are still built with bamboo and thatch, just as they were centuries back. Enjoy the rich and fascinating culture of the people of Navala.
The islands of Fiji are worth all the attention and more that you can give.It's the perfect getaway for anyone who just wants to get lost in its serenity, its an experience you would probably not forget as long as you live. Take time out to visit this beautiful island chain.
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