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Exploring the Rottnest Island: An Unforgettable Coastal Experience

Located a little beyond the coast of Perth in Western Australia, the Rottnest Island is considered a perfect vacation destination with its sun kissed beaches, azure waters and fascinating wild life. Able to reach either by a ferry ride or by air, this island is certainly worth visiting due to the picturesque views from the island and the array of exciting land and water based excursions.

The island is so named by a Dutch explorer due to the high population Quokkas, a quirky looking land dweller that resembles the common rat. For travelers who are keen on island hopping and exploring the Australian waters while wishing to stay on the mainland and seeking, Perth apartment accommodation, there are number of luxurious resorts and hotels such as the Citadines St Georges Terrace Perth that provides superior comforts and services after a day of exciting explorations.

The Rottnest Island provides ample opportunity for avid surfers as well as proving to be a great location for diving, snorkeling, boating, kayaking, sailing, swimming and fishing making it an ideal vacation destination for families, couples and groups of friends. The island is home to an impressive coral reef as well as daunting shipwrecks with information plaques that are bound to delight seasoned divers. There are also a number of land based activities for visitors to indulge in such as hiking, biking climbing, as well as golf and lawn bowls at the newly renovated Country Club and a family fun park with a games arcade and movie theatre.

After an exhausting day of exploration one can reenergize and freshen up by sampling from the many varieties of fresh seafood stands, cozy coffee shops, and sophisticated restaurants as well the popular island bar. Regardless of all other attractions, the island is definitely a must see destination during a holiday to Western Australia only for the stunning panoramic views from the higher grounds of the island, of the ocean vistas below.

Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe. Google+

Xishuangbanna Dai Minority Park

Discover the unique traditions of the Dai ethnic community in the beautiful Yunnan Province of China. Learn of age old customs, and watch mesmerizing ceremonies that focus on long stemmed beliefs. The colourful festivities celebrated at the Xishuangbanna Dai Minority Park are indeed a treat to all visitors staying at a hotel Yunnan. If you wish to enjoy the beautiful province in absolute comfort do consider a stay at the Anantara Xishuangbanna Resort & Spa.

This amazing resort hotel in Yunnan blends in with the pristine beauty of the Yunnan Province. Snuggled up within a forest next to the Lusouo River the luxury Yunnan hotel boasts the best in comforts and amenities while giving you a taste of the areas rich culture and traditions. Expect typical Anantara hospitality here as you unwind at the spa; indulge in regional and traditional Dai dishes at the scenic restaurant or simply chill out at the pool. Accommodation is luxurious and utterly comfortable; choose from 80 deluxe rooms and 23 pool villas all boasting contemporary amenities and luxurious settings. Guests are offered village tours within Dai Park and excursions to Wild Elephant Valley and the White Pagoda.

Xishuang Banna in Yunnan is home to the country’s largest Dai community; which is why a tour of Dai Park is a must for a taste of age old customs and traditions. Located within a tropical rain forest the village comprises of typical bamboo huts which on its own is quite a treat to explore. Find out how the Dai use clever construction to heat the house and you may just be able to partake in a house building ceremony which is quite a serious affair involving food, drink and traditions.

Festival time is the best season to visit the Xishuangbanna Dai Minority Park make it in time for the Water Festival in April and you will be blessed with good luck all year round. Other colourful ceremonies include Opening the Door and Closing the Door Festivals in July and October, which are a reflection of the gentle nature and united front of this fascinating minority in gorgeous Yunnan.

Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe.

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Rainforest Trail

Hiyare Reservoir Rainforest is a small mysterious rainforest which has been known as an absolute paradise for wildlife enthusiasts, who are attracted to the area by its lush flora. There is plenty of lush and abundant flora. When compared with other national parks in Sri Lanka, Hiyare is more serene and peaceful with a quiet but large eco-system of plants, birds, insects and the occasional mammal such as deer or porcupine and many more types of small animals, Hiyare is seldom visited by tourists, so therefore its undisturbed, remote and peaceful. The Hiraye rainforest is situated within very close proximity to the Chaya Tranz Hikkaduwa Hotel, which one of the best Beach Hotels in Hikkaduwa. Hiyare Rainforest is one of the most important landmarks to discover in Hikkaduwa. The Chaya Tranz Hikkaduwa is located along the Southern coastline offering tourists a vibrant atmosphere of fun and adventure. This unique hotel provides guests with Southern Sri Lankan hospitality and unlimited beach life, the resort has been redesigned to reflect the easy going life style of Hikkaduwa with the luxurious touch of the Chaaya Hotel Chain. There are 150 superior, deluxe rooms and suites, and the resort also offers an assortment of facilities

Birds are the dominating species in the Hiraye Rainforest, there are 118 bird species, among which 13 are endemic such as the Sri Lankan Green Pigeon, Ceylon Rose, Two-spotted Threadtail and Black Ruby Barb. 29 mammal species are found here including the Mongoose, Purple-faced Leaf Monkey and Hog Deer, an extremely wary and nocturnal animal that is rarely seen in the wild by naturalists. There are also 78 butterfly species and 55 dragonfly species that can be seen peacefully fluttering among the lower foliage. Among the 34 reptile species, 14 are endemic reptiles such as the Sri Lankan Green Pit Viper and sub-species of the Indian Python.

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Boating in the Muthurajawela Marsh

Ceylon has undergone some diverse political and economic changes during the last four centuries due to colonisation. While the Portuguese controlled the coastal belt and handed them over to the Dutch in the late 17th century, the Dutch sought to establish their own legal system in the island. Subsequent to the British conquering the island and bringing the entirety of Ceylon under their control in 1815, the political, economic, social and cultural aspects of the island were significantly influenced leading to the development of the tourism industry in Sri Lanka from the latter part of the 20th century. With the development of the economy and infrastructure, Negombo hotels are greatly sought after due to their location and the easy access from the airport facilitated by the highway. While accommodation is available for almost all budgets, for a high-end luxurious stay, opt for Heritance Negombo.

In Negombo, there are a myriad of attractions and activities that would enthral a newcomer to Sri Lanka ranging from the intricate Dutch canal systems and the energetic local bazaars to the Negombo Beach and the Muthurajawela Marsh. The Marsh itself is quite extensive and covers around six thousand hectares including the Negombo Lagoon. Therefore, Muthurajawela is home to a diverse eco-system that sustains a myriad of wild species ranging from water birds and butterflies to crocodiles and pythons.

A boat ride through the Marsh would also allow tourists to see a number of native fish species including some which are endangered, as well as the Star Tortoise. The natural surroundings of the Marsh, particularly due to the lofty flora, provide the area with canopies and a sense of being in a forest. Given this diversity and the breathtaking natural beauty, a boat ride through the Marsh is an activity one should not miss out on when in Negombo.

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Moranbah – “The Mining Town” – The Youngest Town in Queensland, Australia

The Industrial Revolution ushered in an era of development and advancement that led to the rapid increase in modes of transport. As a result, mining towns became an increasingly popular phenomenon especially in places such as Germany where historical communities were found in Lower Saxony, North Rhine Westphalia, Bavaria and Baden Wuttemberg, in the United States of America and Australia. Mining towns in the state of Queensland in Australia were found in Blackwater, Middlemount, Moranbah, Mount Mulligan and Willows Gemfields. One such town, Moranbah, is found in the Isaac Region and was established in 1969.

This mining town can be explored by any traveller staying in Moranbah hotels and one should not be deceived into imaging the town as one which has not been touched by modernity. Moranbah is peppered with a number of entertainment facilities such as AFL, a skate park, off road racing and motocross as well as quality accommodation such as the Oaks Moranbah.

Given that it was established only in the 20th century, this town is unsurprisingly one of the youngest towns in the state even though it was explored by colonial powers in 1845, specifically by Ludwig Leichhardt. Though the town was initially established to provide miners and their families with a place to reside in that was close to the mines, Moranbah experienced rapid growth in the late 20th century. Being one of the youngest towns in the state, it has been the subject of investigative journalism where many assessed the impact of the industry on the rural population

For tourists visiting the area, the mining town holds greater attraction in that the Peak Range National Park is located in the vicinity. The Park, established in 1983, is also noteworthy, especially for environmentalists and nature enthusiasts as types of plant and animal species have been identified there.

Wuzhizhou Island Tourism Zone

With the holiday season upon us, holidaying is one of the most persistent thoughts on one’s mind. With the frost bitten cold of winter, celebrating Christmas and heralding the new year in a tropical climate is something many are opting to do and what better place to bid adieu to the past year than in some of the best islands in the world. According to sources such as the National Geographic, islands such as Fair Isle in Scotland and the Isles of Scilly in England are some of the most beautiful and naturally diverse islands in the European continent but for a truly tropical vacation, Bali in Indonesia and the Wuzhizhou Island off the Chinese coast of Hainan are ideal.

Because the island is located close to the city of Sanya, visiting Wuzhizhou Island from resorts such as Anantara Sanya Resort & Spa is fairly convenient while the island itself is located a mere twenty five miles or so from the closest airport. While visiting Yalong Bay, believed to be the best bay in China, ranks high on the list of things to do in Sanya, making a trip to Wuzhizhou island is something many environmentalists and nature buffs are inclined to do. This desire can be attributed to the biodiversity that thrives on the island which is also home to rare species of threes such as the Dragon Tree. Given that the island is considered home to over two thousand species of plant and tree life, it is truly an environmentalist’s haven.

In addition to the diverse plant life, one of the highlights of the island is its beach front. Primarily attributable to sea visibility which allows tourists to dive and view up to twenty seven metres below the surface, tourists and locals alike consider the Wuzhizhou Island a treasure. Enjoy well preserved coral reefs teeming with sea cucumber, lobsters, tropical fish and a myriad of marine life when in Wuzhizhou.

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travelers.

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Cultural Holiday Experience in Kandy

Kandy, is the last kingdom of our island, where once kings used to rule. Kandy is steeped in cultural heritage and natural beauty, historic monuments, enchanting forests, great rivers, breath taking vistas and picturesque mountains and valleys. Kandy is one of the most peaceful cities in the island, with its quaint city of old-world charm and ancient history. This city is mostly suited for rest and relaxation, and with its rich heritage, there is a lot of ancient and cultural places that one can visit. One of the best Kandy hotels to stay over, when visiting Kandy is the Cinnamon Citadel hotel. This hotel is one of the best of the luxury hotels in the hills of Sri Lanka, it is ideal for whose seek rest and relaxation and to those who come in search of the treasures of this ancient city. This hotel is one of the most unique hotels, designed with fused retro chic design with the rich heritage of this ancient kingdom.

The most important place that one should visit is the Temple of the Tooth, it is considered as the Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic- a tooth of the Buddha. The entire temple covers a large area as well as the main shrine and other temples and museums within the complex. Also, the World Buddhism Museum contains photographs, displays which illustrates Buddhism around the world. There are also Devales, four kandyan devales to the gods who are followers of the Buddha. The National Museum features royal regalia and reminders of Pre-European Sinhalese life. The museum also features the old Tusker the stuffed animal himself. It is a fascinating place, it is a well worth a look for the artefacts alone.
Walk over the main wall and admire the views of the gardens which are great photo opportunities. The Kandy Lake is also a beautiful and a peaceful setting that one can walk around and just relax by. There is also a very large shopping complex, called the Kandy shopping complex which has one of the most of the best brands in Sri Lanka.

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Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage

The Island of Sri Lanka is blessed with many wonderful attractions, foremost is the elephant population. Recognising the importance of preserving these magnificent creatures the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage is a refuge and nursery for several adult and baby elephants. Located in Kegalle which is just over a 2 hour drive from the capital Colombo, a visit to the orphanage is one of the thrills to be enjoyed when you book one of the Sri Lanka Holiday Packages on offer. In terms of excellent service and comprehensive customer care you may want to consider Sunshine Travels & Tours.

This tour operator promises you a wide variety of travel adventures around the island paradise of Sri Lanka. Choose a tour package covering the verdant wildlife parks or set-off on a great adventure white water rafting, mountain climbing or trekking the beautiful rainforests of Sri Lanka. The possibilities are endless be it a honeymoon escapade, visit of the cultural triangle, stay around the up-country tea gardens or soaking up the sun around the magnificent coasts; this travel agency promises to deliver. Expect excellent service the assistance of expert tour guides when you book any tour.

Established in 1975 the Pinnawela Orphanage as of 2011 was home to 88 elephants some of which are the 3rd generation to be born here. Animal lovers will love the experience, make it in time for the animals daily bath and you are in for a treat; as the giants do put up quite an impressive show as they bathe, play and enjoy the cooling waters of the river.

Baby elephants are bottle fed at scheduled times, again check and get there in time for some hands on experience of feeding the lovable calf’s, you can walk around the vast sanctuary and watch the bull elephants at work or get up close and personal with the gentler cow elephants.

Remember to take along your cameras and leave time to browse the many souvenir shops displaying lovely mementos of the gentle mammals.

Nigel Walters is a travel writer, who writes under the pen name, Fritzjames Stephen. His content is based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.

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Hin Ta and HinYai Rocks in Koh Samui

When one plans to embark on a truly indulgent vacation, Thailand is one of the best locations to enjoy a beautiful atmosphere, fun excursions, and rich culture. Also famous for luxurious accommodations at a hotel or a vacation club, Thailand boasts star class establishments such as Anantara vacation club.

Among the many fun excursions along the coast area, Hin Ta and HinYai, an odd and humors rock formation on the Lamai beach in KohSamui, Thailand, is considered a must-see destination by many vacationers. Also known as known as Grandpa (Ta) and Grandma (Yai) rocks, in a surprising twist, nature has imitated man giving these rock formationsa striking resemblance to human body parts, specifically the male and female genitalia. Therefore many tourist guides include this location mainly for this amusing sight which renders most the travelers in fits of laughter or embarrassed chuckles.

Behind the humors sights of the rock formation however, there lays a folklore tinged with sorrow about the appearance of Hin Ta/HinYairocks. The tales speaks of an old married couple by the name of Ta Kreng (Grandpa Kreng) and YaiRiem (Grandma Riem) who died at sea during a storm on their way to seek a suitable bride for their only son who had come of age. It is said that these rocks stand till today attesting to their true intentions.

The views from this location are truly exceptional and while the surrounding white sandy beaches does not offer a place to bathe, it allows travelers to relax and unwind as they sip on a delicious coconut drink easily available from the many vendors in the near vicinity. Travelers can also indulge in some holiday shopping along the road to the rocks where there are stalls on either sides selling a wide variety of products ranging from traditional souvenirs, locally handcrafted/handmade products, and unique sweets and candy made from coconut.While Thailand offers many other spectacular beaches and lush forests this unique attraction still manages to attract a steady stream of on lookers.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.

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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Australia is a delightful place to enjoy and experience the pristine beaches and wildlife. For travellers who want to experience both of these natural attractions must stay in a hotel that is conveniently located closer to the beach and the wilderness. With a short drive from the Cairns Airport and the city centre you find the Australis Cairns Beach Resort on the Beach which is the ideal seaside resort that offer spacious apartments for its guests. Each apartment overlooking the beautifully landscaped gardens or the glistening beaches there is no better accommodation that one can ask for during a holiday. This is a Resort in Cairns Australia that is also close to various tourists attractions such as Cattana Wetlands, Half Moon Bay Golf Course, Yorkeys Knob Beach, Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park and of course the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is a tour of Australia’s world heritage listed rainforest. The tour spans for 7.5 km over the pristine tropical rainforests that will take approximately one and a half hours one way or 2 and half hours for a return trip. You can glide just meters above the rainforest on a comfortable gondola cabin that can carry up to six persons.

The cable ride will take you above the Barron George National Park from Cairns to the town of Kuranda in Queensland. The tour allows you to unveil and learn about the botanically fascinating tropical rainforest, view the cairn’s tropical region and the glistening waters of the Coral Sea.

Considered as a major tourist attraction in the country the Skyrail is recognized to offer a premier eco-tourism experience. Most visitors combine the Skyrail tour with other adventure tours such as a ride on the Kuranda Scenic Railway and cruises to the Great Barrier Reef which will add extra bliss to your holiday.