Fall in love On the Islands of the Bahamas

The Islands of The Bahamas are some of the most beautiful and exotic in the world and the islands are known to have some of the best beaches anywhere.  Beaches range from white sandy beaches, golden sand beaches and pink sand hideaways.

Whether you are in the Bahamas for relaxation, a romantic getaway or adventure tops the list there is a beach somewhere in the Bahamas that suits you.  The islands are home to some of the largest resorts situated along the coast, but you do not have to be stay close to the coast to enjoy the ocean. Most of the beaches are open for public use and everyone of them are beautiful.  

Xanadu Beach located on the charming island of Freeport which is just 50 miles away form Miami on Grand Bahama Island is one of the prettiest and busiest with a dive shop and a host of activities both on and off the water.

                                                             

Taino Beach is another gem, with a playground and plenty of open stretches of sand and surf.  It is a family favorite.   The feeling of the sun on your shoulders and the sand between your toes is very exhilarating.

Taino Beach resort

Gold Rock  Beach situated of the beaten path  is another gem waiting to be discovered.  It is away from the hustle and bustle and a winding boardwalk leading through a mangrove forest will get you to this out of the way gem, but for those who make the effort to get there will be rewarded with excellent views.

Gold Rock Beach

    

            

On the Island capital of Nassau you will find Colonial structures, fine restaurants, and a bustling nightlife.  Its home to the famous Cable  Beach with powder soft white sand and is considered to be the best on the island.

                                                                                         

To get away from it all Great Iguana Island is designed for relaxation, chilling in a hammock, searching for shells or going for a swim with that special someone.  Badge beach is favorite to both locals and tourist a like

If deep sea fishing is your forte Devil's Point is an excellent starting point...

The small cays around Alice Island have they own secluded beaches where you can enjoy the Bahamas and get away from it all.

  Top Ten Reasons to Visit Africa for a Safari and Beach Vacation 



1.  Spectacular wild life.  Tanzania is a treasure trove for wild life in its unspoiled setting.  Large cats rule the land in this unspoiled wonder, with lions, cheetahs and leopard sighted regularly.  It is also home to an extensive national parks system  including Serengeti National Park, Africa's largest  Each spring millions of wildebeests and zebras move hundreds of miles north, a spectacular sight in the last great migration on earth



Wildebeest movement




2.  Bwindi Impenetrable forest is home to almost half of the worlds population of mountain gorillas.   Besides offering a wonderful backdrop to  Gorilla tracking,  you can also see chimpanzees, and many other mammals.  Bwindi has been recognize as a world heritage site.



3.  South Luangwa National Park is known as home to the "walking safari" located in Zambia offers its visitors a true African experience.  Wild life abounds and there are over 400 different species of birds, and the river is brimming over with hippos.  If luck may have it you could spot prides of  over 30 lions at time.  The park has over 60 different animal species and near the end of the dry season the animals mainly stay close to the water hole which makes for a great safari.  budget and luxury safari lodging can be found at the park.



To be continued....

Visiting Moorea, Tahiti on a Budget                                        


                                               The Island of Moorea Tahiti
                           


                                          

If you are anything like me going on a South Pacific vacation toTahiti is on your bucket list, but money could be a factor to do so sooner than later?  Well don't give up just yet because here are a few tips that will help you get to the south pacific without breaking the bank.  You don't have to go to Tahiti to visit French Polynesia..

 The Island of Moorea is just like Tahiti, but is for more budget minded travelers.  Keep in mind that its more rural and mosquitoes are more prevalent away from the coast, so keep that in mind when selecting your lodgings.  There are chickens everywhere and roosters crowing every morning after 6am can be a nuisance for those of us who likes to sleep in late that's why its important to select your hotel wisely.

Everyone speaks Tahitian and French, although anyone who is working in tourism will speak enough English to get by, although English is not well spoken by the general public. From the airport take the high speed ferry from Papeete. its only a few bucks more than the slow one, it gets there in half the time and its more sea-worthy. Air Tahiti - flights are about fifteen minutes long, and run back and forth several times a day. Be careful if you get airsick. 

The planes are small and fly at a low altitude so if there is any rough weather you will feel it the whole ride over.The roads are surprisingly good (thanks France). The main roads are all paved and quite wide. You can rent a moped for a day for about $50 USD and drive it around the island in a few hours without fear of death. If you don't know how to ride one, take it slow or you WILL get hurt. Or rent a car (expensive), or take a taxi (expensive), or Le Truck (cheap). There is also a shuttle bus service to and from the ferry terminal that goes around the whole island periodically. Hitching works with the usual caveats and risks

                     


     Dolphins in your back yard.    This is common as almost all of the homes backs up to a shallow lagoon, or are close to or within a five to ten minute walk to the islands swallow waters.

Resort bungalows
              
What makes Moorea special is that it still maintains much of its original local flavors.  It is home to some of the best beaches in French Polynesia, the interior regions of this island are covered by a large and dense population of mape or giant chestnut trees. A gorgeous reef surrounds Moorea, while on land huge peaks soar up to over 899 meters into the sky. Offering some truly extraordinary views, a hike up these peaks is an incredible experience.

                                           

              

       
                                                                                                     

                             

                                     

                    




Nearly surrounded by a calm, warm, relatively shallow and crystal clear lagoon, the waters within the lagoon are warm and inviting...  
                                                 

Your Wedding at Walt Disney World Resort...Pictures speak a thousand words


Thousands of couples choose Disney World as their wedding destination, and the park offers many exciting venues for tying the knot and then enjoying an over-the-top celebration.




Weddings can be booked between and 8 and 12 months in advance of the date, depending on the type of package you choose. To assure you get the date you want, book early.




Choose from one of Disney's three wedding packages -- Escape, Wishes and Couture. The Escape wedding package is for small groups of 20 or less. The Wishes and Couture packages can accommodate more guests.



Pay your deposit. The amount varies, depending on the type of wedding you choose.




Work with your wedding consultant to create the wedding of your dreams. You can choose from many different themes, including a ride in Cinderella's glass coach or theming from a particular Disney movie.


Get your Florida marriage license. You'll need to apply for this separately and have it ready before the wedding.



Consider adding a Disney vacation package for your honeymoon. You can stay at the parks or maybe take a Disney Cruise







        

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Beautiful beach side wedding dress