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Bali Butterfly Park

Found 7 km north of the town of Tabanan, the Bali Butterfly Park also referred to as ‘Taman Kupu Kupu’ is where one will find myriad species of the tiny yet colourful butterfly. For those searching for luxury villas, Bali affords plenty to choose from. Famed for its Bali wedding villas which are known to entice many a couple, Alila Villas Soori should be a good bet of one is thinking of visiting these colourful species.

Such an enclosure which covers an impressive 3,500 square metres holds over 15 species of butterflies and is the ideal destination where one may carry out studies on the ecosystem, breeding and protection of these tiny creatures. Viewers will also be offered an opportunity to witness the life cycle of these beings as they transform from a mere caterpillar into a colourful butterfly. Endemic and rare species of the most sought after of butterflies can be witnessed at the park that provides visitors access to a souvenir shop surrounded by lush green vegetation that adds to the charm of the Bali Butterfly Park.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry. Google+

Kidzania Park Jakarta

Those tourists who come to Jakarta with families and little children have much to do with the young ones. Especially if they are on a holiday parents would be keen to give their small ones a real good time while also giving them an opportunity to learn a new talent or life skill. If this is what any parent has in mind, one of the best places to go to is the Kidzania Park, which is sure to be loved by any kid irrespective of their age as there are lots of fun activities for them to enjoy here.
It is ideal for edutainment as there are countless activities that revolve around play as well as education in an entertaining atmosphere where young ones are sure to enjoy while also learning various new things about diverse professions and life skills.
It is a great place to give small children some direction about their future and let them try out as many as 70 different professions which they may be interested in. Kidzania in Jakarta has been in operation since 2007 and as with other Kidzania parks elsewhere in the world here also there are several activities such as flight simulators and diverse fun and exciting attractions. It is a great game for participants as they learn the value of currency and how it can be used and it is also somewhat similar to a live monopoly game where they have to earn money referred to as Kidzos and then spend them.
Not only children but even adults can take part in the games here and there are extended hours on Mondays and the charges to enter vary depending on age. However during the school holiday season the charges to enter are almost double the fare.
For families staying at the various serviced apartments Jakarta during the school holiday season or at one of the many great luxury apartment hotels Jakarta such as the Citadines Rasuna Jakarta, this is definitely a must visit during the school vacation time to ensure that the children have a memorable holiday in this eastern capital of Indonesia.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry. Google+

Sea Kayaking in Sanya

The little city of Sanya marks the very bottom of China. Located on the tip of the Hainan Island this city is known for the magic it creates in its waters. Adorned with the most colourful species, Sanya’s waters have long been attracting plane loads of travellers year around. The excellent climatic conditions of Sanya make its waters accessible in any of the 12 months of the year and its waters are ideal for all kinds of sports. In a nut shell if you love the water this is where you should be.

The place with all its wonders has been nicknamed the Hawaii of China and it lives aptly to its reputation. With stretches of beaches adorned by long and lanky palms, Sanya is a tropical paradise. After all you can do pretty much anything you want in this part of the world. Its waters are fantastic for swimming and with the excellent visibility it boasts, activities like snorkelling has become a popular favourite for those visiting here. Snorkelling gives you access to the many underwater treasures Sanya is so popularly known for. The colours, shapes and sizes of the exquisite collection of marine life are truly fascinating. If you are interested in observing this underwater Eden without getting wet yourself, glass boat kayaks is an excellent option. In this activity, kayaks are fitted with a glass bottom enabling one to enjoy the area’s many underwater treasures from the comfort of your kayak. Sea kayaking in this place whether it is with or without the glass bottoms is an absolutely relaxing activity. The breeze gently caressing your face, the sparkling blue ocean and the shoreline adorned with rocks ad palms nearby truly does wonders to your soul.

There are several locations around this place where you can rent kayaks on a per-ride or per-hour fee to enjoy this blissful activity in this region. Some of them include the Yalong Bay, Haitang Bay, Dadong Bay and Sanya Bay. They all have an excellent collection of water sports as well if you want to try any.

When it comes to staying in a Sanya hotel, choose the exotic Anantara Sanya Resort & Spa. This Sanya resort is exquisite in every way and affords some unmatched views of the ocean beside you.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Roaming the Sands

Having seen it in the movies or in other people’s home videos, having a desert adventure to boast about is a must on a trip to Doha. If time is short adventurers can opt for an evening desert safari with a barbeque under the stars thrown or stay in a tented camp overnight to truly have a great adventure experience.

Adventurers venture out usually in convoys, 45 km south of Doha to enjoy the thrills of the desert. Dune bashing in a speeding 4×4 up and down the dunes and across a barren landscape littered with rocks and scrub is most people’s first introduction to the desert as well as the beginning of their Doha desert adventure. To anyone who thought that a desert was just a flat sandy area this is a good eye opener as the 4×4 races up steep dune crests and the next instant plunges down leaving a fluttery feeling in the stomach. Experienced and skilful drivers who wish to have a go at dune bashing can try it after a bit of practice. For those whose sense of adventure is tied up with action, sand boarding down the dunes, quad biking, riding twin seater buggies around dunes and trekking are other ways to enhance their experiences of the surroundings. Besides this, strange things happen in the desert outside Doha. Greyhound racing is one of them. Getting an expensive sports car bashed about in a rally and playing golf in the sand are other extraordinary experiences.

No desert adventure is complete without visiting a desert camp where the vastness and the solitude of the desert can be experienced underneath a star studded sky. In this case a camp by the Arabian Gulf. Interestingly this location is one of only two places in the world where sand dunes are found close to an expanse of water. Sitting on rugs around a campfire in the evening getting introduced to Arabic food and music and relaxing with a shisha afterward are essential parts of the Doha adventure experience. A camel ride before dinner where a reluctant beast has to be prodded to take up riders is an interesting diversion. Swaying atop the animal one can begin to understand the manner in which vast sandy spaces were traversed all those years ago. A horse ride over the dunes early in the mornings before the heat sets in or later in the evening is one of the best ways to experience the beauty and vastness of the desert.

Stay in one of the best locations in the city at Ascott Doha in close proximity to important commercial, business and entertainment destinations. Offering well designed studio, one, two bedroom and three bedroom apartments equipped with all conveniences desired by modern travellers, these Doha serviced apartments are the ideal living spaces for individuals, couples and families. When visiting the city choose these serviced apartments Doha to experience a relaxing stay where all needs are met.

Horse Racing in Doha Qatar

The Arab world has always taken great pride in their horses. Horses have been part of the Arab culture since the days of wars. In order to determine the best and fastest horses for war, the practice was to organise races. This practice still continues but out of a sense of pride and prestige and as a sport.

The Qataris take great pride in their prowess in breeding horses that are champions and much sought after world over. To this end in 1975 the Racing and Equestrian Club (REC) in Doha, Qatar was established under the leadership and sponsorship of His Excellency Sheikh Mohamed Bin Faleh Al Thani.

Pure bred and thorough bred horses are reared for prime racing events including those that are held at the REC almost every Wednesday and Thursday during the months from October to May each year. These horses have the most luxurious facilities that cater to their every whim and fancy. These facilities include a rehab centre, top of the range turf and sand tracks, many training facilities, state of the art stables, a pool, ambulance and most importantly a dedicated team of workers who lovingly care for the horses and ensure that they are in good shape and are fit to race.

The REC is extremely serious in its passion for horses and is the official sponsors in one of the most glitzy and prestigious international horse racing events – the Qatar Prix L’Arc de Triomphe. This event attracts a large number of serious horse racing enthusiasts and an even larger number of television viewers.
The REC in Doha has built up an impressive reputation in the quality and superiority of its pure and thoroughbreds and caters to a range of racing events held at its premises.

Those interested in these animals, in horse racing and those that are simply curious at such a facility should take the opportunity to visit the REC. If you hope to travel there and are looking out for a hotel in Doha then choose from a large selection of luxuriously comfortable, conveniently located options such as the Millennium Hotel Doha. Its extensive range of facilities and top of the range amenities make it an excellent Doha Hotel to base yourself from.

Go on a Jungle Safari in the Caribbean

Tipped to be one of the world’s richest nations in terms of bio diversity, the Caribbean Islands are perhaps best known as the world’s most popular beach holiday destinations. Frequented by celebrities and honeymooners alike, this stunning collection of islands offer visitors a lot more than pristine sandy beaches to lounge on. As an area with a wealth of natural attributes and tropical jungles the Caribbean nations are a wildlife enthusiast’s dream come true. With its jungle safari excursions fast gaining traction among nature loving tourists this engaging group of islands is set to become the next frontier in wildlife exploration and eco tourism.

Leaving behind the island’s five start resorts and paved highways a safari tour across the Caribbean Islands guarantees wet and wild adventures complete with intimate encounters with wildlife as well as the elements. Littered with thick jungle landscapes and hilly terrains the jungle landscapes in this part of the world are found nowhere else in the world as scenic vistas await at every turn. One of the most popular tours on offer is of course the Jeep Safari Adventure Tour from Montego Bay which takes visitors on a tour of Jamaica’s pristine waterfalls on zebra stripe painted 4×4 vehicles. In this ultimate off-road experience guests will come across naturally formed pools and secret cascades hidden from view while hiking enthusiasts will also get a chance engage in a river walk across a tropical territory. A visit to a former slave hospital in the area is also part of the tour which is conducted by knowledgeable guides that inform visitors of the culture of the country and the various anecdotes associated with each venue.

The Dominican Republic Mega Truck Safari on the other hand explores the lush sugar cane laden landscapes of the country on a 8×8 Monster Truck that can accommodate a large group of travellers. Country lanes, Dominican schools and culinary offerings from the island nation such as its famous coffee and other delicacies will also feature prominently in this tour which takes guests away from Punta Cana to rugged terrains.

The National Park Jeep Safari in the Caribbean lets one come face to face with the inhabitants of Christoffel National Park on an unforgettable tour of Curacao. Deemed one of the globe’s most engaging national parks this mesmerising jeep safari affords visitors views from an altitude of 300m above sea level. Passing former slave plantations and other historic sites this safari also frequently comes across herds of deer and bird life in a terrain full of orchids and lush foliage.

Travellers in search of Turks and Caicos luxury resorts will find no finer alternative to the Parrot Cay Turks & Caicos. Providing guests with the best in Caribbean accommodation this Turks and Caicos beach resort pulls out all the stops when it comes to vacationing in paradise.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry. Google+

Flight of the Gibbon

Swinging around from tree to tree savouring a breathtaking world below you certainly sounds exciting. In the ‘Flight of the Gibbon’ in Thailand for one day you experience just that; to swing around in the ultimate adventure of your holiday. The sheer thrill that comes with this activity is fantastic and makes one actually envious of the Gibbon and the paradise of a view that they experience each and every day.

The Flight of a Gibbon is located somewhere in between Bangkok and Pattaya and is one of the most popular tourist activities in the whole of Thailand. The fun zip lining action combined with the reassuring security makes this activity the most adventurous way to enjoy the breathtaking views of the jungle below you. There are a total of 22 zip lines spread across 3 kms right in the Middle of the Chompoo National Park. There is also 2 abseiling stations built here and the zip line stretches away into the Khao Kaew Safari; an exciting animal sanctuary that gives you plenty of interesting views of rhinos, elephants and most of all the Gibbons. Make sure one is stacked with pockets full of Bananas because the Gibbons certainly know how to make a treat out of them.

The Flight of the Gibbon package includes a 90 minute briefing prior to indulging in any activity. This briefing gives you an in depth safety guide along with a colourful brochure with background info and details of your exotic destination. On the completion of the briefing participants are asked to fill out an insurance form before being fitted into their safety gear.

The whole activity is eco friendly and is filled with little highlights of the importance of conservation of natural habitats, the vices of deforestations, details of the species of the area here and there. From the breathtaking sites below you to the rich flora and fauna that will greet you, with the Flight of the Gibbon, you are sure to fall in love with nature all over again.

While holidaying in Thailand, stay at the Anantara Bangkok Sathorn. These luxury hotels Bangkok give you the perfect blend of luxury and nature making it the finest Bangkok hotel there is to stay at.

Canyoning in Bali

Those who happen to be holidaying in Bali will always be spoilt for options in terms of things to do and places to visit. However if one is seeking an adrenaline rush then why not try out some canyoning? Choose an Ubud hotel from where you can be based during your adventures in Bali. Alila Ubud Bali with its popular Ubud accommodation options will prove to be a good choice of stay.
Head over to Tamata found in Kintamani where you can experience the sights and sounds of the jungle which will lead you to the Tamata gorge. Here you can jump off midway from the canyon and feel the thrills of an unforgettable adventure. Additionally the Kalimudah canyon serves nestled north of Bali is one of the more challenging of descents. The water slides, rappels and jumps are second to none while its lush flora and warm springs would be the ideal treat to your holiday in the outdoors. Be greeted by the wilds of Tukad Hijau that surround this steep canyon. With a beautiful cascade to enjoy one may also choose to trek on a river and into the heart of the tropical jungle.

Whale and Dolphin Watching in Kalpitiya

There are few places close to the Colombo city which have been recognised as tourist destinations, but Kalpitiya in the Puttalam District is drawing a lot of attention since of late because of the whale and dolphin watching expeditions that are available there. The area is popular as a fishing district and has stayed away from the tourism spotlight up until a few years ago. A large number of locals spotted dolphins and whales off the coast of Kalpitiya and this drew attention to the beautiful town of Kalpitiya. There are several travels and tour companies that offer whale and dolphin watching expeditions all you will need to do is get yourself to Kalpitiya and just ask around.

Kalpitiya is around 170 km from the city of Colombo; it is located in the North Western province. It is a remarkable area because from one side it is surrounded by the Indian Ocean and from the other side it is enclosed by a lagoon. For nature enthusiasts this is a perfect setting, you can go on boat rides in the lagoon and explore the natural vegetation and also observe whales and dolphins out in the sea. For whale and dolphin watching the best place to set off from is the Alankaduwa beach.

Other activities that you can indulge in when you visit Kalpitiya is to go diving or snorkelling along the reef. Since the sea around this region was least damaged by the tsunami of 2004 there is a rich variety of marine life dwelling here. After a diving or snorkelling outing check out the fishing community residing in the coastal areas, you can observe fisherman at work going out in the morning or bringing in their catch by night. The fish markets are also an interesting place to visit, you can choose from a delectable array of sea food at this market and you can be assured to strike a good deal for your purchase. The town was once colonised by the Dutch and remains of the Dutch Fort is a sight to see.

The best way to travel to Kalpitiya is by hiring your own vehicle and preparing for a road trip. Check out Sri Lanka car rental companies for some great offers on 4WDs and cars. Even an airport taxi in Colombo Sri Lanka can offer a package deal on a trip to Puttalam. Try out Malkey Rent A Car where you can choose from a fleet of vehicles as it has some good deals for rental.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Gravity Zone

Dubai is a shopping hub for most of the world and especially known for the exceptional quality of its gold jewellery. Therefore it is frequently visited by businessmen and so on. Yet, Dubai is a great place for the whole family young and old. There are so many activities that visitors of all ages can enjoy. A great place to stay, shop and do sightseeing, Dubai is a must-stop for any globetrotter.

When you think of gravity and defying gravity, you will no doubt think of the moon. Yet, here in Dubai, there is something else that you will love and will get your adrenaline pumping. This comes in the form of a 50 m Bungee Jump! The people at Gravity Zone in partnership with the UK Bungee Club have come together to give you this thrilling experience that will give you a scare and adventure to remember a lifetime. The Gravity Zone is open to all sorts of people, young and old and has different levels that one could try. This is the perfect place if you are looking for a new thrill in this UAE and if you love adventure and thrills that are safe! There is a very interesting story behind the development of bungee jumping but the one that lives on today is the tradition that it began on April Fools’day in 1979 when a group of students from the Oxford University Dangerous Sport Club jumped from a height of 245ft off the Clifton Suspension Bridge. They did this after being highly taken up by a movie of the same time period.

Today bungee jumping is more than just a prank. People from all over the world are interested in trying it and now you can, right at the Gravity Zone in UAE. So the next time you are looking for a thrilling adventure, book your flights to the sunny state of UAE. When looking for a place to stay choose from the range of Dubai luxury hotels A great place to stay at is the Millennium Plaza Hotel Dubai one of the finest 5 star hotels Dubai has to offer. So the next time you feel like experiencing an adrenaline rush, why not try ‘bungee jumping!’