While Singapore is known to be a high-tech urban jungle, it is also home to patches of forests and those in the mood to literally swing through the trees should look to pay a visit to Forest Adventure! Before setting out on your tree swinging adventures, it is best to find centrally located accommodation and if you are on the lookout for such luxury hotels Singapore has to offer, then The St. Regis Singapore makes an ideal choice. It is one of the leading 5 star hotels Singapore and can be found in the lively embassy quarter, near many of the city’s top attractions. When you want a change of scenery, make sure to head to Bedok Reservoir Park where you will find Forest Adventure. Spread across a picturesque forest area, this thrilling aerial course features swings, bridges, trapezes and ladders that have been carefully incorporated into the trees. Among the highlights here are the giant zip lines that provide a thrilling rush as you “zip” a long at exhilarating speeds including a chance to go past the Bedok Reservoir. While you need to be at least 1.4m tall to go on the Grand Course, there is a special kid’s course for younger and shorter participants!
Month: March 2013
Bungee Jumping
Bali is a perfect place for thrill seekers who would love to engage in exciting outdoor activities. After a tiring day out a boutique hotel Bali would be a perfect getaway in Bali. L Hotel Seminyak is one such Bali luxury hotel that would offer a home away from home for the travellers. When in Bali, Bungee jumping is a must try. There are cliffs that are 40 m above the sea level and once you do it, you are sure to love the next few jumps. This adventure is a true adrenaline rush. You will be guided by experienced bungee jumping instructors and with the proper equipments and practice the task is something unforgettable and exciting which would make your holiday to Bali a memorable one.
The Wrights Hill
Several astounding beautiful tracks wind their ways through the many little towns that make New Zealand. Most places boast immaculate beauty and make trekking both adventurous and relaxing. There is one particular location that has so much more than the mere benefits of trekking; it is the Wrights Hill. 28 different tracks make their way through Wright’s hill and to top it all, this spot is intriguingly historic. Being the location of the famous Wrights fortress, it is certainly a must see for all those visiting New Zealand.
The Wrights Hill is located in the Karori suburb of Wellington and is the home to the famous fortress built between the years 1942 and 1947 during the time of World War 2. The fortress is predominantly created underground and consists of an array of tunnels, plotting rooms, gun emplacements and magazines. At some points these structures go as deep as 50 feet underground. The fort installed 2 large 9.2 Mk guns but although it was indented to be used, the fort never saw action. The guns and the entire defense was a protection against the Japanese but strangely, after the war, the guns were fired and sold as scrap metal to the Japanese itself. The entire fortress has an eerie aura within its walls. It is open to public on particular days; the queen’s birthday and Labor Day are some of the days but through prior appointment the fortress can be opened for viewing on other days as well. Film industries have been attracted to this location thanks to the structure of the fortress and the sound effects within it and an entire New Zealand horror movie was shot within these walls.
In the surrounding you can find nature at its finest. Several parks, lush flora and rare fauna are all found here. The Wrights Hill also provides connections between the Makara Peak mountain bike park and the Polhill area.
When it comes to staying in Wellington New Zealand hotels are found in plenty. One of the most popular Wellington city Hotel, is the Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay. This is one classy place that keeps you coming back for more.
Water sports in Queenstown
A vacation spent in Queenstown is one full of excitement and relaxation, and specially includes outdoor fun. Selecting centrally located Queenstown hotel accommodation preferably at a New Zealand Queenstown hotel such as Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview will help you make the most of your holiday. Outdoor enthusiasts can expect to have the thrill of a lifetime enjoying the wide range of water sports in Queenstown including whitewater rafting, diving, river surfing, kayaking, river jet safaris, river boarding and more. Adventure travellers will find themselves trying out one water sport after the other immersing in the addictive fun and thrill.
River Surfing Adventures in Queenstown!
If you are looking for adrenaline pumping thrills that go beyond the excitement of white-water rafting, then river surfing in Queenstown is definitely an activity worth trying out! Before heading off to conquer the rapids, it is best to find centrally located Queenstown hotel accommodation which you can use as a base to also explore the town. Situated within walking distance from the town centre, Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview is one such New Zealand Queenstown hotel that also features stunning views of the Remarkables mountain range. Once you have settled in make sure to sign up for some river surfing which takes place along the Kawarau River. The tours organised by Serious Fun, take place along two sections of the river namely Roaring Meg and Chinese Dogleg. Equipped with a wetsuit, life jacket, helmet and fins, you hold onto a board and let the river take you on an unforgettable ride amidst stunning natural landscapes!
Back to a golden history; Gold Fields Mining Centre
The guests at Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview will always have the opportunity to get a great view of the Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables mountain range. This New Zealand Queenstown hotel provides a quality service with modern accommodation, making it one of the bet Queenstown hotel accommodationoptions available.
Make a trip to the Goldfields Mining Center in Queenstown to witness a history that was based on gold, which took place during hundreds of years ago. Gold was first discovered in the area in the 1860s and the mining process had lasted for almost 100 years. A visit to this place will show you how the miners lived those days, the hardships they faced and the critical living conditions. If you’re lucky you will be able to find gold in the midst of virgin soil!
Xtream Adventures in Phuket
While Phuket may be known for its laidback coastal lifestyle, thrill seekers have plenty to experience here as well, especially at Xtrem Adventures! Before embarking on your extreme escapades make sure to find a well placed Phuket resort which you can use as a base for your travels and tours. Situated along Mai Khao beach, Anantara Phuket Resort Thailand is an ideal Phuket beach resort which also has a spa where you can unwind after all your lively excursions. If you want to combine a day out in nature with adrenaline pumping activities then make your way to Xtrem Adventures which can be found near Chalong circle. This adventure park in Phuket gives visitors a chance to climb trees, walk along bridges and zip across flying foxes all within a forested area! Experience a Tarzan like adventure that is suitable for younger visitors as well. Safety standards are strictly followed and you will be “swinging” amidst the trees without a care in the world in no time!
Cable Jungle Adventure
Phuket is a popular destination with many attractions. After a tiring day out in Phuket all you can think of is a luxury resort Phuket to relax and unwind. Regent Phuket Cape Panwa is one of the top Phuket luxury resorts available for the travellers to the island. One of the must try adventures in Phuket is Cable Jungle Adventure. This is entirely a new challenged designed for the travellers to the island and it allows you to cross the jungle with the help of a cable and explore the place from a height. This is done with maximum safety and thrill seekers need not worry about it. The cables are linked from tree to tree and once you embark on this adventure you will feel as if your are flying without wings.
Umanga Kahandawaarachchi is a passionate travel writer who writes under the pen name, Maggie Tulliver. Her field of writing covers a wide array of content and articles related to travel and hospitality industry.
Splendid China
Shenzhen is a Chinese metropolitan with many exciting venues. Whether you are on leisure or business, Ascott Maillen Shenzhen offers many Shenzhen serviced apartments to keep you safe and comfortable during your visit to the city. This centrally located serviced accommodation Shenzhen lets you explore most of the entertainment, shopping and dining venues in the city. One of the must visit venues in Shenzhen is Splendid China, a host of replicas of China’s historical building, breathtaking sceneries and traditional practices. Splendid China also lets you get a glimpse of the whole country, its geographical significances and landmark edifices through its miniatures. These miniature exhibits are amidst breathtaking parks and gardens. A leisure stroll down those buildings is a relaxing experience.
WAKEBOARDING IN KOH PHANGAN
Everyone enjoys the thrills and chills of snowboarding and skiing. Now this can be taken to the next level when executed on water. Wakeboarding is a relatively new water sport but is now thriving is Australasia and South East Asia. Thailand harbors one of the biggest wake boarding opportunities. Wakeboarding involves one riding a wakeboard (similar to a snowboard) and being towed by a motorboat. The rider can execute different techniques and moves such as the ‘nuclear’ and ‘the melon’.
Wakeboarding at the time of it inception was referred to as ‘skurfing’. It was developed in parts of Australia where water sports are in abundance. The boards used in the sport are made of fiberglass and were later crafted to perfection by craftsman Bruce McKee. Wakeboarding has risen to fame since it came to fruition even reserving a spot at the World Games, and has been part of the trend sports category since 2005.
Koh Phangan is a wakeboarding heaven and has acquired the latest equipment to give riders the ultimate thrill as well as maintain their safety. Brands of the highest caliber such as Liquid Force, Hyperlite, O’Brien natural 139 and Jobe are used. 2004 Mastercraft X-Star motorboats(Harriet) and Yamaha outboard boats(Roberta) are used to ensure a smooth ride and the maximum wake boarding experience. Many guest riders such as Parks Bonifay who is an X-games, pro wakeboard tour champion and Vans triple crown champion perform the unthinkable, tricky maneuvers occasionally for crowds to enjoy.
The wakeboarding experience comes at an affordable price of 1200 bht for a 15 minute set and 3500bht for a 1 hour time slot. Rates differ from boat to boat. In order to fully enjoy the wakeboarding experience one can find accommodation in state of the art Koh Phangan hotels and Koh Phangan resorts, which are in close proximity to the wakeboarding sites. The Rasananda Koh Phangan Villa Resort & Spa offers luxurious accommodation and friendly staff and services to make your stay a memorable one. This offers 64 villas and spas with their own private plunge pool. Also a signature spa is exclusive to the resort. The resort is tucked away among palm groves and faces a beautiful pristine beach.